I spoke wirh Duki Dror, the director of Unraveling UNRWA a probing and scrupulous documentary that dives into the history of the relief agency founded to aid Palestinian refugees in the wake of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, and how it evolved to become an organisation at the centre of global scrutiny.

In the wake of October 7 massacre and explosive allegations implicating UNRWA staff in kidnappings, Israel severed legislative ties with the agency amid Gaza’s deepening humanitarian crisis.

Drawing on historical and political perspectives, insider’s testimony, and archival footage, this documentary traces UNRWA’s 75-year evolution bringing its organisational dysfunction into focus and asking urgent questions about its legacy and future.

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I spoke wirh <a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gr/cl/v2.k1.sjjOuJaMbMeaNi_wHqz3tdvRN9fBKHDoVmWfBpGk-Ha7ixoUqK-iRdpKKl29f9Vim-wzD3M5p2dFkhM5W3rEIPQRDaX7y5ErVYJFD5gQeHeDtqUU5h2I3Cv0HDsHGe9UjzdvsBqoEx6G05UkJQxRxnVT0QruFu5oH4O9ZdyX3gMcw2cdsLB9e9hVNCw-SKuYpxslABTTe1XmAyWglvHJHVxZfYyUvROeV4Qt_Quftdqt0N_P" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="201894673363502788" data-linkindex="3">Duki Dror</a>, the director of <a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gk/cl/v2.k1.GrGZBeaSXpznJtxsOSe7YcfdBz7oop2e50Kp8TDmcNZVIQDA-omC11iRUGeaCbAhVdePMcTae42_gzcEEsc0Bv1a4nWdVnuxVWIq97HYxmryA07eDHOVKW5vtNnQmgbBmLFJuaG5KypEp27mNpymdRMwRZIuvSzIHTbY1Vx4IjGskdBolm5PyP9cMM-W_yAD9IpJfsmf18vfdQeUGg8ToyWZQ0tA8loC_81MhaJ2LVKnl1aVWCIR8A" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="201894673369794248" data-linkindex="4">Unraveling UNRWA</a>&nbsp;a probing and scrupulous documentary that dives into the history of the relief agency founded to aid Palestinian refugees in the wake of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, and how it evolved to become an organisation at the centre of global scrutiny.
In the wake of October 7 massacre and explosive allegations implicating UNRWA staff in kidnappings, Israel severed legislative ties with the agency amid Gaza&rsquo;s deepening humanitarian crisis.
Drawing on historical and political perspectives, insider&rsquo;s testimony, and archival footage, this documentary traces UNRWA&rsquo;s 75-year evolution bringing its organisational dysfunction into focus and asking urgent questions about its legacy and future.
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In collaboration with experts from all walks of life who specialise in various aspects of Israel&rsquo;s political life, arts and culture, you will hear in depth interviews delving into issues affecting Israel, Israelis and their involvements around the world.

UNRWA's Sorry Legacy

Speaking from Israel (Danny Lamm)

Defending the Antisemitism Envoy (Sam Salcman)

Former Executive Council of Australian Jewry and Zionist Federation of Australia president Dr Danny Lamm and his wife Rolene have made aliyah, fulfilling an ambition he has held since first spending time in Israel in 1968.

We talk about the impact on Israel of the US mid-term election results,  the electoral situation in Israel and how Gadi Eisenkot has been given the first opportunity by Israel's President Isaac Herzog to form a new government. (0:31-28:47)

Over the years Sam Salcman OAM has held many positions in Zionism Victoria, the Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) and the Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ).

Not hesitant in expressing his views lately he has sprung to the defence of Jillian Segal, Australia's antisemitism envoy who is constantly under attack for her ASECA reports that are suggesting meaningful ways in which antisemitism can be tackled. (28:53-57:49)

Former Executive Council of Australian Jewry and Zionist Federation of Australia president Dr Danny Lamm and his wife Rolene have made aliyah, fulfilling an ambition he has held since first spending time in Israel in 1968.
We talk about the impact on Israel of the US mid-term election results,&nbsp;&nbsp;the electoral situation in Israel and how Gadi Eisenkot has been given the first opportunity by Israel's President Isaac Herzog to form a new government. (0:31-28:47)
Over the years&nbsp;Sam Salcman OAM&nbsp;has held many positions in Zionism Victoria, the Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) and the Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ).
Not hesitant in expressing his views lately he has sprung to the defence of Jillian Segal, Australia's antisemitism envoy&nbsp;who is constantly under attack for her <a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gh/cl/v2.k1.o14fX-uqGuTo3QpAOw_BXEUyuw0nP42ZOyF4EPvycVYg0rB9E5S_bPeiEay7r07_cXxKTh9HueQYEXAoj9Q325L4kByx23LPmUKjdCuDA9-qcPm0U4BUX56s7ifg0xMTB0nwdNEFbbjDdhFewgO0SBcrmUwaYvaCEj5HLRx7DfRJrJ_sSacjQp9koUN2MYllO0rsZSQhSiNrW0wT8IivXT53PzdyLhtCcoQjLfCENn2EBZFgbjgUNw" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="203787144798406187" data-linkindex="4">ASECA</a> reports that are suggesting meaningful ways in which antisemitism can be tackled. (28:53-57:49)

Speaking from Israel (Dr Danny Lamm AM), Campaign against the Antisemitism Envoy (Sam Salcman OAM)

Former Australian Zionist Leaders Speaking Out

Last week Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, Jillian Segal AO released her latest report, which has updated priorities aiming to push antisemitism back to the margins

The report calls on institutions to adapt codes of conduct, ensure people understand the nature of antisemitism, and recognise the ascension of a new pervasive coded antisemitism identified as modern, ‘progressive’ antisemitism as being rife in Australia today, taking the hostility of Islamic extremism and far-left antisemitism, together with traditional antisemitic tropes, and giving it a respectable face through the language of social justice and human rights.(0:31-30:12)

Showing at JIFF 'The Choice' is an extraordinary documentary film that explores trauma, survival, and the radical power of choice through the interconnected lives of three women:
Dr. Edith "Edie" Eger: A renowned psychologist, Holocaust survivor, and author of the bestselling memoir The Choice: Embrace the Possible.
Iris Haim: An Israeli mother who turned to Dr. Eger’s book as a lifeline after her son, Yotam Haim, was taken hostage by Hamas during the October 7 attacks. 
Sapir Cohen: A former hostage who independently discovered the same core message of resilience and personal agency even while in captivity

I speak with the film's director John David Coles. (30:18-57:29)

Last week&nbsp;Australia&rsquo;s Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, Jillian Segal AO&nbsp;released <a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gp/cl/v2.k1.YRxkC-uoaoAy6hqEI1ntfV5lf6qzX3crOUD5NpdbeAtugaKLGlQCFyRkp8sqkOch5Pg5p1xFB5vzBmtCz1Ue53-69He9VJlTeSb4AbdoOM12m7j_S3TB9vTjpPLUWZ2BJ020UcL20uwfFBndsmPI1K8CuReqNs9tSXpInk53yL4S4EE2vWCE5B2ilS53pSzL4MEae8eRrPS_6g2dWntywedjguFgmeOLU598MGeYjZCFqApXZUOXw7KDteNbrfcD7RjlYDRgjkGIKJe11rTXpP3evzN5ERvNYBEuKCREimSI9jcsLakT7WbqnJdGH5DLT7Om5vuSv3TWKz4oi757suaIsUTL" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="203162277107467657" data-linkindex="1">her latest report</a>,&nbsp;which has&nbsp;updated priorities aiming to push antisemitism back to the margins
The report calls on institutions to adapt codes of conduct, ensure people understand the nature of antisemitism, and recognise the ascension of a new pervasive coded antisemitism identified as modern, &lsquo;progressive&rsquo; antisemitism as being rife in Australia today, taking the hostility of Islamic extremism and far-left antisemitism, together with traditional antisemitic tropes, and giving it a respectable face through the language of social justice and human rights.(0:31-30:12)
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Showing at JIFF <a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gr/c/v2.k1.k1fdcUqKY35z_ZBkn8BVQfR7WalEiVV_lVOz9n8Qj6ZuQk_kL4vOLr1tuLHbq9ks6p7FSXaZY9Fck2xp0FnhIyQtyI721lFR9bw1mWVliFjiMw1kGeKKUYaFs9wBnq2A7WFJfRVA3Bv6rf11IPmoBfMBM42k3wom1K1LxVpgpdKW5yCbax5D0yUInHv80s-2gictbDijwiR7cfmeu91kDLElrAouLGfH9ig_-9hFIAyJuEoZ7bC-h1KiQ2HEoHpV8168" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="203162277122147723" data-linkindex="2">'The Choice' </a>is an extraordinary&nbsp;documentary film that explores trauma, survival, and the radical power of choice through the interconnected lives of three women:
<ul>
<li>Dr. Edith "Edie" Eger: A renowned psychologist, Holocaust survivor, and author of the bestselling memoir <a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gm/cl/v2.k1.cV-RnzCnHN1ys_yGoq836y4EtmGFXIh8ulgI9aavQpdNGnfP8AKzWPqRnFoePOtApbCUCJdTn2K1bvit0_YTH4WSr5yKB3kjrMISCe6TWRqAhpNJswlG2HQWMSiI5u4Ue5m_gouabFLRM9nBVzzTB5q84W9Cz3cHgB2iux_P8b_KyaIFlXH-2Rl-9yNRHACDP5ZfbS-o9mbtXh6_gnzbV6wGvbiZP9YmWhqfa4dSwP4dYoRBKyCdHU0NrqCeh2BYrMQXNo_NBaYf3bJq2vu-FJ7S8fgY3i4AUgo1" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="203162277136827789" data-linkindex="3">The Choice: Embrace the Possible.</a></li>
<li>Iris Haim: An Israeli mother who turned to Dr. Eger&rsquo;s book as a lifeline after her son, Yotam Haim, was taken hostage by Hamas during the October 7 attacks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sapir Cohen: A former hostage who independently discovered the same core message of resilience and personal agency even while in captivity</li>
</ul>
I speak with the film's director John David Coles. (30:18-57:29)

Antisemitism Envoy's Latest Report (Jillian Segal AO), The Choice (John David Coles)

Antisemitism Envoy's Latest Report, The Choice

Set in the heart of Hassidic Jerusalem, this comedic, modern-day caper screening at JIFF and starring the famed Israeli film actor, writer, and singer Shuli Rand follows a disgraced badhan (a traditional Jewish wedding emcee) as he fights to reclaim his former glory.

I speak with the film's director Gidi Dar who created the film Ushpizin in 2004 which was the first feature film ever made in Israel's ultra-Orthodox Haredi community.

One of history’s most consequential and under-recognised Jewish women, Henrietta Szold left an indelible mark on the 20th century with her compassionate leadership founded on equality.

Set in the heart of Hassidic Jerusalem, this comedic, modern-day caper <a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gp/cl/v2.k1.qfG6aPfpMEp0l-upw97zentTJNDQUWS4fILCB-OFRPtcD1ThYwW40buwBnLInhYDWNnNlK12cuCuoQZZsJqCJteSsm_85ORifS9bxjGT6dEx7_LWI5n2mbVKldYFdkAjXmkOgA4snpc6loBcvgDXrfwJDr4xSAO4UbDZmNd02PUOZDzVIxLE_ufBe0pVyOqwwdPvuULPIeFP7yGgVhcTI8L4Q03qzJOsHF68ABNSHCqoZptXZ-rgD1rex1hOdeebt_aCZvluS7zqq0TsiY8I8w" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="202529042560189648" data-linkindex="5">screening at JIFF</a> and&nbsp;starring the famed&nbsp;Israeli film actor, writer, and singer&nbsp;<a href="https://zpdryj.clicks.mlsend.com/gm/c/v2.k1.BaOU7oCfwbJEqtM9d57aZo4A8DKojUzwCkkPvNdFlAQ1Pw2wS-XBpOFjVijO7lLlP9yHDRGXVj7tV-dYhjHp6R7MlmyOmTqa8iplH1v0MAzCHeGaRDwkDMpc2Vqd4OPqgC-uIAAqrzmlltxMeh2rlBmm0zTL5N5y3AOSt0GGeOtdQE1sGiRYWmZEs5hFIpL2xiwrVXsAXoQkbA3GYUn_WaHhvyy7avO7GiyuM_vDH1Mayw-Wa3aPvNAy80Pw1qZ-wjle" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-link-id="202529042565432529" data-linkindex="6">Shuli Rand</a> follows a disgraced badhan (a traditional Jewish wedding emcee) as he fights to reclaim his former glory.
I speak with the film's director Gidi Dar who created the film&nbsp;Ushpizin in 2004&nbsp;which was&nbsp;the first feature film ever made in Israel's ultra-Orthodox Haredi community.
One of history&rsquo;s most consequential and under-recognised Jewish women, Henrietta Szold left an indelible mark on the 20th century with her compassionate leadership founded on equality.

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