Tensions Transplanted Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:03:45 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2400706 en-au © 2026 Tensions Transplanted yes 1f9828e6-e99c-5a2e-8b61-bd29c089b6d8 The Jewish Independent episodic false Tensions Transplanted – Season 2: As Australia heads into one of the tightest federal elections on record, The Jewish Independent investigates the rising impact of antisemitism and racism in political discourse. Hosted by podcaster and radio producer Rob Kaldor, this season features in-depth analysis from journalists and expert contributors, offering sharp insights into how these tensions are shaping public debate and policy.


]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) The Jewish Independent https://storage.buzzsprout.com/xz1sk8y1ug5v76fdi1m4u67q6u7w?.jpg Tensions Transplanted Season 2 - Episode 5 - Jewish Voices in Parliament: Julian Leeser and Josh Burns on Australia's Future Season 2 - Episode 5 - Jewish Voices in Parliament: Julian Leeser and Josh Burns on Australia's Future In Episode 5 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor sits down with Jewish MPs Julian Leeser (Liberal, Berowra) and Josh Burns (Labor, Macnamara) to explore how their Jewish identity has influenced their political careers — and how they each envision Australia's future post the 2025 federal election.  


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]]> In Episode 5 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor sits down with Jewish MPs Julian Leeser (Liberal, Berowra) and Josh Burns (Labor, Macnamara) to explore how their Jewish identity has influenced their political careers — and how they each envision Australia's future post the 2025 federal election.  


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]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-17062705 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +1000 1976 Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor, Julian Leeser, Josh Burns, Jewish politicians Australia, Australian federal election, Jewish identity in politics, Australia's future, diversity in Parliament 2 5 full false Season 2 - Episode 4 - The Muslim Vote Season 2 - Episode 4 - The Muslim Vote In Episode 4 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor explores how The Muslim Vote could influence the upcoming federal election. He’s joined by Dr Josh Roose from Deakin University to unpack key marginal electorates, the rising political engagement among Muslim Australians, and the emerging — and sometimes uneasy — alliances with the Greens. Together, they consider how the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict is shaping political discourse in the lead-up to election day.

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]]> In Episode 4 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor explores how The Muslim Vote could influence the upcoming federal election. He’s joined by Dr Josh Roose from Deakin University to unpack key marginal electorates, the rising political engagement among Muslim Australians, and the emerging — and sometimes uneasy — alliances with the Greens. Together, they consider how the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict is shaping political discourse in the lead-up to election day.

📖 Read Dr Josh Roose’s articles and more election coverage.

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]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-17026251 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +1000 1401 The Muslim Vote, Australian federal election 2025, Muslim Australians politics, Political engagement Muslim communities, Rob Kaldor podcast, Dr Josh Roose, Tensions Transplanted podcast, Australia marginal seats, Muslim voters Australia, Islam and Austral 2 4 full false Season 2 - Episode 3 - The Jewish Seats Season 2 - Episode 3 - The Jewish Seats In Episode 3 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor takes a close look at the federal election campaigns unfolding in Goldstein, Macnamara, and Wentworth — the three electorates with Australia’s largest Jewish populations. He’s joined by author Julie Szego, journalist Michael Visontay, and Jewish Independent editor Deborah Stone to unpack how October 7 and the rise in antisemitism are shaping campaign strategies, shifting voter sentiment, and influencing the political outlook in these pivotal seats.

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]]> In Episode 3 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor takes a close look at the federal election campaigns unfolding in Goldstein, Macnamara, and Wentworth — the three electorates with Australia’s largest Jewish populations. He’s joined by author Julie Szego, journalist Michael Visontay, and Jewish Independent editor Deborah Stone to unpack how October 7 and the rise in antisemitism are shaping campaign strategies, shifting voter sentiment, and influencing the political outlook in these pivotal seats.

📖 Read Julie Szego’s articles 

📖 Read Michael Visontay’s articles 

📖 Read Deborah Stone’s articles and more election coverage.

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]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-16986605 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +1000 2136 Australian politics, Federal election 2025, antisemitism,Michael Visontay, Julie Szego, Deborah Stone, Jewish voters, Wentworth, Ro Knox, Allegra Spender, Goldstein, Macnamara , Josh Burns 2 3 full false Season 2 - Episode 2 - The End of Bipartisanship Season 2 - Episode 2 - The End of Bipartisanship In Episode 2 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor speaks with Deborah Stone from The Jewish Independent about the collapse of bipartisan consensus on foreign policy and the growing political divide over antisemitism.

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]]> In Episode 2 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor speaks with Deborah Stone from The Jewish Independent about the collapse of bipartisan consensus on foreign policy and the growing political divide over antisemitism.

📖 Read Deborah Stone’s articles and more election coverage.

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]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-16943685 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +1000 1533 Australian politics, Federal election 2025, antisemitism, Deborah Stone, Jewish voters, Dean Sherr 2 2 full false Season 2 - Episode 1 : Is Anti-semitism an Election Issue? Season 2 - Episode 1 : Is Anti-semitism an Election Issue? In this episode, Rob Kaldor examines the upcoming federal election with insights from political consultant Dean Sherr, who offers a rare insider’s view from Canberra. With a sharp focus on how antisemitism could shape the political landscape, Dean breaks down the key dynamics influencing the campaign.

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]]> In this episode, Rob Kaldor examines the upcoming federal election with insights from political consultant Dean Sherr, who offers a rare insider’s view from Canberra. With a sharp focus on how antisemitism could shape the political landscape, Dean breaks down the key dynamics influencing the campaign.

📖 Read Dean Sherr’s articles and more election coverage.
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]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-16902234 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +1100 1720 Australian politics, Federal election 2025, antisemitism, Labor Party, Anthony Albanese, Jewish voters, Dean Sherr 2 1 full false Episode 4: The political landscape and social cohesion Episode 4: The political landscape and social cohesion In Episode four – the final episode of Tensions Transplanted – Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian politics, arts and culture. Rob speaks with a range voices including Josh Burns, Labor Federal MP, Allegra Spender, Independent Federal MP, Tim Hollo, Executive Director of the Green Institute, Jeremy Leibler, President of the Zionist Federation of Australia, Councillor Robert Samuel, journalist John Stanley, cultural leadership expert Sam Cairnduff and founder of 'Jews of Sydney',  Kevin Garber.

]]> In Episode four – the final episode of Tensions Transplanted – Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian politics, arts and culture. Rob speaks with a range voices including Josh Burns, Labor Federal MP, Allegra Spender, Independent Federal MP, Tim Hollo, Executive Director of the Green Institute, Jeremy Leibler, President of the Zionist Federation of Australia, Councillor Robert Samuel, journalist John Stanley, cultural leadership expert Sam Cairnduff and founder of 'Jews of Sydney',  Kevin Garber.

]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-15819621 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 17:00:00 +1000 3100 BDS, Australian politics, Hamas-Israel war, antisemitism, Josh Burns, Allegra Spender 1 4 full false Episode 3: Schools,Universities and the Workplace Episode 3: Schools,Universities and the Workplace In Episode three, Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian workplaces, with a particular focus on schools and universities. He speaks with Josh Burns, a Labor Federal MP, Noah Loven, President of AUJS, Dr. Avril Alba, a university lecturer, and Rabbi Yossi Friedman, known as The Rabbi on Demand. They discuss issues such as racism and campus encampments. The episode also shares personal stories from individuals whose lives have been significantly affected by the conflict.

]]> In Episode three, Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian workplaces, with a particular focus on schools and universities. He speaks with Josh Burns, a Labor Federal MP, Noah Loven, President of AUJS, Dr. Avril Alba, a university lecturer, and Rabbi Yossi Friedman, known as The Rabbi on Demand. They discuss issues such as racism and campus encampments. The episode also shares personal stories from individuals whose lives have been significantly affected by the conflict.

]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-15779411 Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:00:00 +1000 3070 October 7, antisemitism, Josh Burns, universities, Palestinian activism, campus activism 1 3 full true Episode 2: Doxxing,Influencers and the Digital World Episode 2: Doxxing,Influencers and the Digital World In Episode Two, the impact of the Hamas-Israel war in Australia goes online. Rob Kaldor dives deep into the battle for dominance on social media as well as the dark art of doxxing. Rob speaks with well-known influencers including Clammy Fraud, Marnie Perlstein and hears the rationale of one of the doxxers. We also hear from some of the targets of the doxxing, including those whose lives were turned upside down through death threats and intimidation.

]]> In Episode Two, the impact of the Hamas-Israel war in Australia goes online. Rob Kaldor dives deep into the battle for dominance on social media as well as the dark art of doxxing. Rob speaks with well-known influencers including Clammy Fraud, Marnie Perlstein and hears the rationale of one of the doxxers. We also hear from some of the targets of the doxxing, including those whose lives were turned upside down through death threats and intimidation.

]]> The Jewish Independent Buzzsprout-15738852 Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:00:00 +1000 2910 doxxing, October 7, Israel advocates, doxxers, social media 1 2 full false Episode 1: October 7 and the Immediate aftermath Episode 1: October 7 and the Immediate aftermath In the first episode, Rob examines the immediate fallout of the October 7th attacks, including the protests at the Sydney Opera House. He speaks with Mark Spiro, who was arrested for displaying an Israeli flag, and Deborah Stone, the Editor of The Jewish Independent.  Rob interviews two members of Sydney's Lebanese community to gain their perspectives on the attack. 

]]> In the first episode, Rob examines the immediate fallout of the October 7th attacks, including the protests at the Sydney Opera House. He speaks with Mark Spiro, who was arrested for displaying an Israeli flag, and Deborah Stone, the Editor of The Jewish Independent.  Rob interviews two members of Sydney's Lebanese community to gain their perspectives on the attack. 

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