A Sociology of Antizionism w/ Prof Shaul Kelner

Sociologist and Jewish studies scholar Shaul Kelner joins us for a deep dive into the political and sociological roots of antizionism—and why understanding it as an organized movement rather than simply individual prejudice matters more than ever. We explore how antizionism has become increasingly institutionalized across academia, activism, and political culture, often creating a language and framework that fuels antisemitic narratives and violence. Kelner unpacks the distinctions and overlaps between antisemitism and antizionism, how movements on both the political left and right intersect in unexpected ways, and why reducing these issues to terminology debates misses the larger structural problem. From cultural narratives and activist mobilization to the future risks facing Jewish communities worldwide, this conversation offers a sharp, thought-provoking look at one of the defining ideological battles shaping public discourse today. About the guest Shaul Kelner is a Professor ...