Montana Tucker: From Influencer to Advocate

Montana Tucker: From Influencer to Advocate

On this week’s episode, Jesse speaks with renowned dancer, singer, and social media activist Montana Tucker. Montana discusses what it meant to wear her now-iconic Grammys dress, adorned with a large yellow ribbon in honour of the hostages taken into Gaza on October 7, as well as the legacy of being the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors. She also reflects on her journey from entertainment influencer to pro-Israel advocate and how using her platform for this work has enabled her to educate millions about antisemitism and Israel. Watch Montana's documentary, The Children of October 7, available on Paramount+. Featuring interviews with young survivors of the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel, this powerful documentary shares their firsthand stories of resilience and trauma.

The Fight For A Free Iran With Goldie Ghamari

This week, Jesse sat down with Goldie Ghamari, an Iranian-Canadian activist and former MPP. Having immigrated to Canada from Iran as a child, Goldie has spent decades speaking out against the Iranian regime and the IRGC, drawing from her firsthand understanding of the regime’s tyranny. She speaks with Jesse about the urgency of dismantling the IRGC, the future of Iran, and the Iranian people’s pursuit of freedom. They also discuss the growing problem of extremism in Canada and how rising anti-Western sentiment is creating a dangerous environment for democracy and Canadians alike.

Antisemitism in the Art World with Taiga Bentley

This week, Jesse sat down with Toronto-based artist Taiga Bentley, Owner/Director of Olga Korper Gallery and Founder of the Reframe Arts Fellowship, an immersive arts and culture experience in Israel for Canadian professionals in the visual arts space, in partnership with StandWithUs Canada. Jesse and Taiga discuss the connection between art and Judaism, how October 7th changed her worldview, and how it inspired her to share her Jewish pride and push back against antisemitism. Taiga also reflects on how, in the aftermath of that day, many in the art world were not welcoming toward pro-Israel perspectives, and how antisemitism has increasingly taken hold in creative communities. Reframe Arts Fellowship: https://www.reframeartsfellowship.com/ [Reframe Arts Fellowship: https://www.reframeartsfellowship.com/] Olga Korper Gallery: https://www.olgakorpergallery.com/ [https://www.olgakorpergallery.com/]

The Antizionist Era with Natasha Pein

On this episode, Jesse sits down with Natasha Pein, co-founder and Senior Executive Leader of the Stop Antizionism Initiative (stopaz.org) and author of Unmasking Antizionist Tactics: A New Face of Old Hate. Through her work, Natasha examines antizionism as a contemporary manifestation of antisemitism through rigorous research, strategic analysis, and actionable education. Jesse and Natasha break down what antizionism is, where it came from, and why it has become increasingly socially acceptable today. They also discuss how it impacts student life on campus and what an effective response to it actually requires from institutions.

3 Israelis: 1 Honest Conversation.

On this episode, Jesse sits down with a small group of young Israelis hosted by StandWithUs Canada during a week of campus visits, student dialogues, and community events. The group participated in our WordSwap program, which brings Israeli voices to Canadian campuses, countering the reductive and often distorted portrayals of Israelis promoted by antizionist activists on campus. Coming from Druze, Ethiopian, and Argentine backgrounds, they showcase the rich cultural tapestry of Israel and the deep pride they feel for their country. The group shares their personal experiences from October 7, describing where they were and how that day affected them. They also reflect on what it means to live in Israel today, a nation that endures immense challenges yet sustains a resilient spirit that carries over generations.