Navigating Antisemitism - A Practical Podcast

What does awareness really mean when it comes to racism, antisemitism, and inclusion? In this episode, Rabbi Mendel Kastel speaks with Race Discrimination Commissioner Giridharan Sivaraman about how awareness can drive systemic change—and what happens when it’s absent. They explore the barriers people face when speaking out against discrimination, the danger of unconscious bias, and how seemingly...

What happens when antisemitism follows young people into the places meant to protect them?  In this episode, Rabbi Mendel Kastel speaks with Rabbi Gad Krebs of Moriah College about the growing impact of antisemitism in schools, and the subtle ways it can show up in students’ daily lives. From group chats to glances on the bus, Rabbi Krebs shares what he’s hearing directly from students, and how pa...

What does resilience actually look like, beyond the buzzword? In this episode, Rabbi Mendel Kastel speaks with Rabbi Zalman Abraham about the challenges young people face, especially when it comes to identity, purpose, and mental health. Drawing on his experience leading global youth wellbeing programs, Rabbi Abraham shares insights on why spiritual grounding, connection, and values-based educatio...

What does ethical trauma-informed care look like when working with people who have offended? In this episode, Rabbi Mendel Kastel speaks with Dr Kate Gould, a clinical neuropsychologist and researcher at Monash University, about brain injury, rehabilitation, and restorative approaches to justice. Dr Gould shares her work supporting people with acquired brain injuries in the justice system, and the...

What does respectful healthcare look like in a system as diverse as ours? In this episode, Rabbi Mendel Kastel speaks with Susan Pearce, NSW Secretary of Health, about how antisemitism and cultural bias can show up in subtle, but significant, ways across healthcare settings. We explore the challenges patients may face in hospitals and clinics, from miscommunication and misunderstanding to moments...

Navigating Antisemitism is a new podcast hosted by Rabbi Mendel Kastel, created by Jewish House in response to the growing tide of antisemitism in Australia. This series opens up clear, practical conversations about the challenges Jewish communities face, and the ways we can respond with strength, support, and care. Across five key themes – health, support, awareness, resilience, and education – t...