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The Lowdown

By: European Union of Jewish Students (EUJS)
  • Summary

  • The Lowdown is the European Union of Jewish Students' monthly podcast. In each episode, we discuss a different topic within the broad fields of global development and human rights, alongside a leading decision-maker on the topic. The podcast takes each issue from a Jewish youth perspective - asking how can we boost Jewish youth activism on each topic. Supported by the European Commission
    European Union of Jewish Students (EUJS)
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Episodes
  • Former Goverment Spokesperson: Eylon Levy
    Mar 22 2024

    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 response, critiques the UN's lack of impartiality, and shares personal insights, concluding with a lighter rapid-fire segment.

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    16 mins
  • International Women's Day: Shahrzad Osterer
    Mar 7 2024

    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 intertwined with the battle against antisemitism and the denial of sexual violence since the October 7 Massacre, offering a powerful narrative of unity and resilience.

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    26 mins
  • Bring Our Families Back: Ayelet Svatitzky
    Jan 25 2024

    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 tragically murdered on Oct 7th.

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    16 mins

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