Watch the show on YouTube @JonahPlattOfficialMuseum-represented Artist, Feminist Advocate and Proud Jewish Mama Zoe Buckman joins Jonah in a frank conversation about anti-Jew bigotry on the left, both in the United States and the UK, where Buckman was raised. They discuss the progressive movements Buckman was once part of and how they’ve abandoned her since October 7th, while also looking at how the art world has changed for Jewish and Israeli creators. They also dig into the process behind Zoe’s unique artistic style and how she’s channeled grief, both personal and global, to create vibrant museum quality pieces. Additionally, she and Jonah discuss ways that Jewish individuals can deal with relationships that have been frayed since October 7th, while providing ideas on how to further unity within the community at large. Don’t miss this insightful and inspiring conversation on Being Jewish with Jonah Platt! Mentioned in EpisodeZoe’s Vogue Tribute to Her Mother History of Blood Libel & Jews Wicked Movie Trailer What is the Availability Heuristic? Tel Aviv InstituteHen Mazzig Leonard Cohen’s Quote About Judaism Zoe Buckman - “Tended” Exhibit Zoe Buckman’s Piece - “Songs Leaked From My Bedroom Walls”Zoe Buckman Uses Her Placenta To Create Art Hamas Uses Sexual Violence As Means of Attack Zoe Buckman’s Instagram Post About Anti-Jewish Hate in the Art World (August 11th) Van Jones Episode Art Basel Miami The Perez Art Museum Miami Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the podcast: https://beingjewishwithjonahplatt.transistor.fm/subscribe Follow Jonah on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jonahplatt/ Follow the Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingjewishpodcast/ Join the conversation on Twitter: https://x.com/JonahPlatt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beingjewish Threads: www.threads.net/@jonahplattAll things Jonah:www.JonahPlatt.comConnect with Zoehttps://www.instagram.com/zoebuckman/ Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Patrick Edwards); Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Designer Noah Bell Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, and Consulting Producers: Shield Communications (Ariella Noveck & Bethany Mandel).Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Being Jewish!00:00 Understanding False Validity00:35 The Harmful Conflation of Jewish Identity and Politics01:15 Addressing Bigotry and Misconceptions04:30 The Psychological Toll of Anti-Semitism05:41 Embracing Jewish Identity08:31 Introduction to the Guest: Zoe Buckman10:00 Zoe Buckman's Early Life in Hackney12:33 Experiencing Anti-Semitism in the UK20:52 Personal Loss and Rebirth31:06 Tattoo Ideas and Jewish Traditions32:37 Impact of Jewish Rituals34:48 Parenting and Jewish Identity36:30 Grieving and Moving On40:06 Artistic Journey and Achievements45:48 Challenges and Resilience in the Art World55:12 Future Plans and Lightning Round57:44 Listener Questions and Closing Remarks
