If you get to listen to it or read the transcript, it has some poignant and some painful (and both) moments
https://www.loom.com/share/5ebd28d52ead441ab18daaeae1f03209
Summary
Moderator Peter Savodnik, Senior Editor at the Free Press, sets the stage by discussing the resurgence of antisemitism in America, marked by recent violent incidents and rising hostility on campuses. He outlines how modern antisemitism has shifted predominantly to the left, confusing many traditional liberals. Savodnik introduces the panelists and frames the discussion around finding concrete solutions to combat antisemitism on campus. He emphasizes the need to understand the changes in campus life post-October 7th. Panel: The panel includes professors from various disciplines who share their personal experiences with antisemitism at UCLA. They discuss the impact of the current environment on their professional and personal lives, highlighting incidents of physical assault, social media harassment, and institutional challenges. They debate the efficacy of free speech, the role of DEI programs, and the necessity of combating BDS. Each panelist proposes ideas for addressing antisemitism, such as organized PR campaigns, emphasizing free speech, ending DEI, and fighting Zionophobia. Update on UCLA Antisemitism by Dr. Kira Stein: Dr. Kira Stein, founder and chair of the Jewish Faculty Resilience Group (JFRG), provides an update on the rising antisemitism at UCLA. She details various incidents, including harassment, physical assaults, and indoctrination in lectures. Stein outlines the need for a rapid response team and command center to address these issues effectively. She emphasizes the importance of mobilizing resources, raising funds, and building alliances to combat antisemitism. Stein calls for immediate support and donations to sustain and expand their efforts to protect the Jewish community on campus.
Chapters
0:00:00Chapter 1: Welcome.Jim Berk, CEO of the Simon Wiesenthal Center0:03:49Chapter 2: Moderator Speech.Peter Sabotnik, Senior Editor of The Free Press 0:09:00Chapter 3: UCLA Faculty Panel.- Nir Hoftman, MD, UCLA School of Medicine- David Nimmer, Esq, UCLA School of Law- Vivien Burt, MD, PhD, UCLA School of Medicine- Judea Pearl, PhD, UCLA Computer Science1:10:26Chapter 7: Update on UCLA. AntisemitismKira Stein, MD Founder and ChairJewish Faculty Resilience Group (JFRG) at UCLA
This was excellent. Thank you for posting!
Yes, it is him.