For the Sake of Argument

For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Joseph Cohen and Shaiel Ben-Ephraim have an in-depth, good-faith discussion and debate about Israel and the war in Gaza.For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Peter Beinart and Rudy Rochman debate Israel, Palestine, the West Bank, Gaza, and Iran. They also discuss whether being critical of Israel is more likely to create or abate antisemitism.For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Miko Peled and Jake Newfield debate the morality and moral agency of Hamas, Zionism, Israel, Palestine, and a solution.Miko Peled is the Grandson of Avraham Peled, who signed Israel's Declaration of Independence. Miko's father, Matti Peled, was the General of the Israeli Army. Miko is an activist and advocate for Palestine and has authored The General’s Son: The Journey of an Israeli in Palestine, and Injustice: The Story of the Holy Land Foundation Five. He is also an international speaker.For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfieldTimeline:00:00 - Introductions06:50 - Hamas38:55 - "Would you prosecute Hamas for killing your family?"39:56 - Moral Agency47:12 - Zionism1:04:13 - "Death to America, Death to Israel!"

Ilan Pappé is an Israeli historian, political scientist, and former politician. He is a professor with the College of Social Sciences and International Studies at the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom, director of the university's European Centre for Palestine Studies, and co-director of the Exeter Centre for Ethno-Political Studies. Pappé was also a board member of the Israeli political party Hadash, and was a candidate on the party list in the 1996and 1999 Israeli legislative elections.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfieldTimeline:00:00 - Introduction03:08 - What should Israel have done after October 7th?13:11 - Hamas15:56 - Buildup to October 7th21:46 - Is Hamas a terrorist group?30:00 - Zionism32:48 - The Solution34:22 - One State Solution37:07 - Do the Jews Deserve a State?39:00 - What would Ilan Pappe's parents do?41:47 - Do Jews Need Israel?45:27 - Antisemitism49:08 - lan Pappe's Life Story52:43 - Ilan Pappe was detained at a US Airport

Adam Khan, Luke Melkesian, Mason, and Micah Kunkle debate DOGE, DEI, and Trump's Immigration Policies.For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Peter Beinart is a prominent journalist, political commentator, and professor known for his incisive analysis of American politics and foreign policy. He is the editor-at-large of Jewish Currents and writes a regular column for The New York Times, focusing on topics such as U.S. foreign relations, Israel-Palestine issues, and progressive Jewish perspectives. Beinart is also a professor at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY and the author of several influential books, including The Crisis of Zionism and The Icarus Syndrome.For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Did Elon Musk do a Nazi Salute ? DEBATE with  @realsocratease  For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Cliffe Knechtle is a renowned Christian apologist and speaker, famous for his "Give Me an Answer" events where he addresses live, unscripted questions on Christianity. He has spoken on over 100 college campuses and at numerous churches worldwide. Knechtle is recognized for engaging with people of all worldviews, fostering respectful dialogue on faith and spirituality. Through his speaking, books, and media, he has impacted countless individuals, especially those seeking answers to life's big questions. His approachable, intellectual style has made him a well-known figure in Christian apologetics.For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Rudy Rochman is a prominent Israeli rights activist and filmmaker known for his efforts to foster understanding and dialogue around Jewish identity and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He gained international recognition for his grassroots advocacy and work in challenging anti-Semitism and misinformation through engaging social media content. As a co-producer of the documentary series We Were Never Lost, Rochman focuses on reconnecting Jewish communities worldwide with their rich heritage and historical narratives.Wajahat Ali is a celebrated journalist, author, and public speaker who tackles issues of culture, politics, and religion with wit and insight. Known for his book Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American, Ali explores his experiences as a Pakistani-American Muslim navigating identity and belonging. A regular commentator on major news outlets, he is a passionate advocate for inclusivity, countering Islamophobia, and fostering cross-cultural understanding.For the Sake of Argument podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfieldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EYApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfieldTimeline:00:00 - Rudy Rochman Opening Statement02:35 - Wajahat Ali Opening Statement09:17 - The Debate Begins46:57 - The Debate INTENSIFIES57:21 - Final Statements