The Lowdown

with Josh Rom, b roadcaster, journalist and commentator specialising in culture, entertainment, and the royal family The Lowdown podcast is the official podcast from the European Union of Jewish Students, representing over 160,000 young jews across Europe.

with Antonia Szenthe, Psychologist, project manager at Jachad Community Services, Federation of Jewish Communities in Hungary. The Lowdown podcast is the official podcast from the European Union of Jewish Students, representing over 160,000 young jews across Europe.

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 In the latest episode of The Lowdown, Deborah Meyer from Yad Vashem answers our questions on Holocaust memory, education, and our collective responsibility to remember the past, today and everyday. 🎧 Listen now! Link in bio.

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 In the latest episode of The Lowdown we dive into the complexity of diplomacy and the challenges faced as a diplomat with Yigal Palmor. Yigal, is a former spokesperson at Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and is the current Head of International Relations at the Jewish Agency for Israel. Yigal gives us insights about his career and the political complexity in Israel. 🎧...

In this episode of the Lowdown EUJS Vice Presidents, Matty and Natacha, speak to Nova Festival Survivor Hila Fakliro. Hila was a bartender at the Nova festival on October 7th 2023. Since then she has dedicated her time to travelling around the world, sharing her story and ensuring the plight of the hostages remain unforgotten. As we approach the second anniversary since October 7th we invite you t...

In this episode of The Lowdown, Máté Holler delves into Romania’s deepening political crisis, where a canceled election, far-right surges, and foreign interference have shaken the country’s democratic foundations. Sorin Ioniță, director of the Think Tank, Expert Forum, and a seasoned political commentator, joins to unpack the turmoil - from Kremlin-backed disinformation to unexpected influence fro...

In this episode of The Lowdown, Maria Borysenko, a Ukrainian activist and expert in analytics and advocacy, joins us to discuss Russia’s war against Ukraine and the rights of Ukrainians in Germany. Maria shares her firsthand experiences of the conflict, the resilience of the Ukrainian people, and the transformations shaping Ukraine’s fight for sovereignty. She explores the war’s impact on Europe,...

In this episode of The Lowdown, Judith Offenberg interviews Sarah Sackman, MP for Finchley and Golders Green and Minister of State for Courts and Legal Services. Sarah reflects on Labour’s transformation under Keir Starmer, the fight against antisemitism, and how the party regained the trust of Jewish voters. They discuss the 2024 landslide victory, the government’s response to the Israel-Gaza con...

In this episode of The Lowdown, Máté Holler dives into the political upheaval in Serbia, where mass student-led protests have led to the resignation of Prime Minister Miloš Vučević. Dr. Danielo Mandić, Associate Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Harvard University, joins to break down the protest movement, the broader struggle for democratization, and the regime’s efforts to consolidate power. They...

Join host Máté Holler on The Lowdown as we delve into the complexities of the Shoah with Dr. Natalia Aleksiun and Dr. Eliyana Adler, editors of the book Entanglements of War: Social Networks During the Holocaust. As International Holocaust Remembrance Day approaches, we explore the untold stories of resilience and social networks that shaped Jewish survival. The episode reminds us  how central hum...

In this special episode of The Lowdown, host Hanna Veiler is joined by Professor Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, a leading voice in family law and international women’s rights, and the founding director of the Rackman Center at Bar-Ilan University. Professor Halperin-Kaddari opens up about her work in the wake of October 7, tackling the gendered atrocities carried out by Hamas, the global denial of these c...

In this special episode of The Lowdown, host Hanna Veiler welcomes Amie Liebowitz, an Australian journalist working for the BBC – live from Summer U Greece. Throughout the episode, Amie tells us about her career with media outlets, dealing with intense topics like far-right politics and antisemitism as well as her path into journalism, the highs and lows, and what it means to cover crucial Jewish...

In this episode of The Lowdown, host Judith Offenberg welcomes Tom Khaled Würdemann, a German academic with Syrian heritage and Middle East scholar. They delve into the historical and contemporary aspects of antisemitism in Arab countries and Arab society, examining the intricate relationships between Jewish and Muslim communities. The discussion covers the evolution of these relations, particular...

In our 11th episode, host Judith Offenberg welcomes Eylon Levy, the former Israeli Government Spokesperson. Recorded five months after the horrors of the October 7th Massacre, he details the nation's collective mission to overcome trauma, return hostages, and secure a future free from threats, emphasizing a unified stance against adversity. Levy also discusses the alarming international respon...

In our tenth episode of The Lowdown, host Judith Offenberg is joined by Shahrzad Osterer, an Iranian-Jewish activist and journalist. Released on March 8 to celebrate International Women's Day and the relaunch of the EUJS Women's Network, Shahrzad shares her insights into the Iranian women's resistance against the Islamic Republic. She also sheds light on how this struggle is intertwine...

In our ninth episode of the Lowdown, Eryn Sarkin from the #BringOurFamiliesBack campaign, interviews Ayelet Svatitzky about her family and tragic experiences since October 7th. Ayelet's brother, Nadav remains in captivity in Gaza. Her mother, Channah, was released from Gaza after 49 days in captivity after being held in the Hamas terror tunnel network. Ayelet's older brother, Roi, was trag...

In this special episode of the Lowdown, hosts Judith Offenberg and Máté Zsédely-Holler address their experiences during the past few weeks since October 7th while making the traditional Ashkenazi dish of Blintzik.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Lowdown U , Lowdown’s special for Summer U 2023. Alina Bricman former President of EUJS and permanent EUJS enthusiast converses with outgoing EUJS President, Avital Grinberg. Discover Avital's journey, her proudest moments, and the story behind her decision to step down. The conversation doesn't stop there! Stay tuned as Alina introduces EUJS's Presi...

In this Breaking Exclusive episode, host Máté Zsédely-Holler speaks with Middle East Correspondent Jotam Confino, to discuss the recent developments from within Israel, as he asks "What's going on?" Jotam gives the Lowdown on what has been happening in recent days in Israel and predicts what's going to happen next over the coming weeks and months.

In episode 7 of The Lowdown, we host Barak Ravid, a leading Israeli political commentator and author. In this podcast, episode host Emma Hallali interviews Barak on Israeli-US relations, the impact of the Abraham Accords, and recent developments in the Middle East. Tune in to hear from Barak on the complexities of international relations and to discuss his new book, published in English just last...

Episode six of The Lowdown, “Laughing Loud and Proud with MODI” has been released in June for Pride month. In the podcast, episode host Máté Zsédely-Holler chats to Jewish American-Israeli comedian, Modi Rosenfeld as they discuss the man behind the comedian. MODI opens up about his Jewish identity, his sexual identity, his upbringing, and his comedy in what is an honest, earnest, and frank discuss...

This Breaking Exclusive episode of the Lowdown provides a status update regarding the ongoing escalation in violence that has been seen between Israel and terror groups operating in Gaza. The discussion touches on issues relating to a potential ceasefire, the hundreds of rockets fired from Gaza towards Israeli urban areas, Israeli air strikes into Gaza and the political implications stemming from...

Episode 5, which premieres on May 9th in celebration of Europe Day, delves into the upcoming 2024 European elections by looking a year ahead. The episode's host, Emily Bowman, is accompanied by German MEP Terry Reintke, who serves as the Vice President of the European Parliament's Greens/EFA Group. The conversation focuses on the importance of youth involvement, inclusivity, and equality w...

Episode four is a special podcast for Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. Special guest, Professor Philippe Sands KC, joins the podcast as the discussion delves into the themes of Holocaust remembrance and education now and in the future. The discussion is framed through a reflection on Professor Sands' books, East West Street and The Ratline. Also in the podcast, young Jews from across Eu...

Episode three dives into the topic of women's inclusion and gender equality for Women's History Month, as episode host Avital Grinberg is joined by former EUJS President, Alina Bricman. Avital is then joined by representatives of the Czech Union of Jewish Students and the Jewish Student Union of Lithuania for the monthly Battle of Unions.