Episode Synopsis "Unlikely Connections"
Welcome to the Memphis Israel Scholars podcast. A podcast inspired by lessons, conversations, and connections made in our weekly class. In this episode, Ahava interviews Vida Velasco, Director of Strategic Initiatives of Hasbara Fellowships. Ahava explores how Vida’s connection to Israel and the Jewish people is so strong considering she herself isn’t Jewish. Hear about the special relationship and history Jews share with Vida’s home country the Philippines and walk away inspired and empowered to learn your neighbor’s story. This course is generously sponsored by Memphis Jewish Federation's Lemsy Endowment Fund. Run by Memphis NCSY/JSU and The Rose Grows. Produced by Rubicon Productions. Cover Art Danielle Yablonka.