Gidi Grinstein was “in the room where it happened” negotiating peace among Israelis and Palestinians and has a way forward.

Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other

Can there be peace in the Middle East? Gidi Grinstein was “in the room where it happened” negotiating peace among Israelis and Palestinians and has a way forward.

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In this episode, Gidi Grinstein, founder and president of Reut Group and Tikkun Olam Makers, discusses his extensive background in public policy and political affairs in Israel. He covers his experiences with the Birthright Israel Program, peace negotiations with the PLO, and his transformative perspective on Jewish life after living in the United States. Gidi further delves into the concept of Jewish nationhood, his personal journey towards observing Jewish fast days, and reflections on complex negotiations for Israeli-Palestinian peace. The conversation also touches on the rise of antisemitism, external influences on protests, and the future of peace in the region. He shares insights into his work with Reut Group and Tikkun Olam Makers and expresses hope for a better future ahead of the Jewish New Year.

00:00 Introduction to Gidi Grinstein

01:23 Formative Experiences and Changing Perspectives

06:26 Complex Identity of the Jewish People

09:41 Observing Jewish Traditions

21:27 Negotiating Peace: Challenges and Insights

34:10 Netanyahu's Pragmatic History and the Trump Plan

37:43 The Importance of Palestinian Statehood for Israel

42:28 Challenges in Peace Negotiations: Finality of Claims

47:17 The Impact of October 7 and Hamas on Peace Efforts

52:15 Hope for Peace and the Role of International Forces

52:35 Addressing U.S. Domestic Politics and Antisemitism

01:02:43 Reut Group and Tikkun Olam Makers: Innovating for a Better World

01:08:05 Concluding Thoughts and Hopes for the Future

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