Tensions Transplanted
The Jewish Independent
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Tensions Transplanted – Season 3
This six-part series explores the complex intersections of social cohesion, media influence, extremism, and rising antisemitism in the wake of the events at Bondi and October 7. Featuring a diverse panel of experts, journalists, and community leaders, the podcast delves into the mechanics of cancel culture, the spread of mis- and disinformation, and the structural roots of modern political polarization. Ultimately, the series seeks to answer difficult questions about legal accountability and how society can move forward to repair fractured communities. In Series 3 Rob Kaldor is joined by journalist Isy Oderberg.
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S3E1 Season 3 - Episode 1- Start at the beginning
After the Bondi massacre, many Australian Jews were shocked — but not necessarily surprised. In the opening episode of season three of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor and Izzy Oderberg begin with…
S2E5 Season 2 - Episode 5 - Jewish Voices in Parliament: Julian Leeser and Josh Burns on Australia's Future
In Episode 5 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor sits down with Jewish MPs Julian Leeser (Liberal, Berowra) and Josh Burns (Labor, Macnamara) to explore how their Jewish identity has influenced…
S2E4 Season 2 - Episode 4 - The Muslim Vote
In Episode 4 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor explores how The Muslim Vote could influence the upcoming federal election. He’s joined by Dr Josh Roose from Deakin University to unpack key…
S2E3 Season 2 - Episode 3 - The Jewish Seats
In Episode 3 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor takes a close look at the federal election campaigns unfolding in Goldstein, Macnamara, and Wentworth — the three electorates with Australia’s…
S2E2 Season 2 - Episode 2 - The End of Bipartisanship
In Episode 2 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor speaks with Deborah Stone from The Jewish Independent about the collapse of bipartisan consensus on foreign policy and the growing political divide…
S2E1 Season 2 - Episode 1 : Is Anti-semitism an Election Issue?
In this episode, Rob Kaldor examines the upcoming federal election with insights from political consultant Dean Sherr, who offers a rare insider’s view from Canberra. With a sharp focus on how…
S1E4 Episode 4: The political landscape and social cohesion
In Episode four – the final episode of Tensions Transplanted – Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian politics, arts and culture. Rob speaks with a range voices…
S1E3 Episode 3: Schools,Universities and the Workplace
In Episode three, Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian workplaces, with a particular focus on schools and universities. He speaks with Josh Burns, a Labor Federal…
S1E2 Episode 2: Doxxing,Influencers and the Digital World
In Episode Two, the impact of the Hamas-Israel war in Australia goes online. Rob Kaldor dives deep into the battle for dominance on social media as well as the dark art of doxxing. Rob speaks with…
S1E1 Episode 1: October 7 and the Immediate aftermath
In the first episode, Rob examines the immediate fallout of the October 7th attacks, including the protests at the Sydney Opera House. He speaks with Mark Spiro, who was arrested for displaying an…
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Tensions Transplanted has published 10 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Documentary, Society & Culture.
Tensions Transplanted is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 37m.
