Ditching the Term “Antisemitism' + Music Manager Kenny Hamilton

Watch Being Jewish on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcastSubscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter:bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletterFor Sponsorships, please email:[email protected] contact us & all things BJJP:www.BeingJewishPodcast.comFollow Jonah on:Instagram - @JonahPlattX - @JonahPlattFollow Being Jewish on:Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcastTikTok - @BeingJewishIn this eye-opening episode of BEING JEWISH, Jonah Platt discusses the complexities of the term  “antisemitism” with guest Kenny Hamilton, a music mogul and former Justin Bieber bodyguard. The conversation dives deep into Kenny's journey towards converting to Judaism, his experiences working with Bieber and Scooter Braun, and how his identity as a Black Jew shapes his perspective on the current social climate. They also reflect on the shared cultural experiences between Black and Jewish communities, and the significance of Shabbat in fostering deeper connections. Kenny emphasizes the importance of speaking up against anti-Black and anti-Jew bigotry, and fostering a community of understanding and support. Join us for an enlightening discussion on breaking barriers and building a more inclusive world.All things Jonah:www.JonahPlatt.comConnect with Kenny!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennyhamilton/ Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Patrick Edwards);, Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Designer Noah Bell Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, and Consulting Producers: Shield Communications (Ariella Noveck & Bethany Mandel).Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Being Jewish!00:00 Reframing Antisemitism: A Call to Action01:40 Research Insights: The Ineffectiveness of 'Antisemitism'05:50 Introducing Kenny Hamilton: A Unique Journey07:15 From Radio to Bodyguard: Kenny's Career Path08:36 Discovering Judaism: Kenny's Conversion Story09:44 Experiencing Israel: A Life-Changing Trip15:36 Cultural Connections: Black and Jewish Experiences25:25 Systemic Racism and Jewish History26:40 Jewish Contributions to Civil Rights27:36 Personal Journey to Judaism29:01 Conversion Process and Reflections33:57 Challenges and Reactions41:25 Social Media and Public Perception46:54 Finding Joy in Jewish Traditions

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