Jew and Stew

Soft Diplomacy in a Hard Moment w/ Dr. Delphine Gamburg

Episode Summary

Dr. Delphine Gamburg shares her experiences growing up Jewish in France, making Aliyah to Israel, and her role as a diplomat in the Midwest. She discusses the challenges facing the Jewish community, the importance of community engagement, and the mission of the consulate in fostering relationships and addressing antisemitism. The dialogue highlights the complexities of Jewish identity in different cultural contexts and the need for solidarity and support within the community. Guest Bio Delphine Gamburg shares her experiences growing up Jewish in France, making Aliyah to Israel, and her role as a diplomat in the Midwest. She discusses the challenges facing the Jewish community, the importance of community engagement, and the mission of the consulate in fostering relationships and addressing antisemitism. The dialogue highlights the complexities of Jewish identity in different cultural contexts and the need for solidarity and support within the community.

Episode Notes

00:00 Introduction 

02:24 Jewish Identity in France

11:06 Making Aliyah and Life in Israel

16:25 Diplomatic Career and Family Life

18:41 Role of the Consulate in the Midwest

20:42 Controversial Street Renaming in Dearborn

28:39 The Role of the Consulate in Dearborn

34:01 Understanding the Consulate's Mission

37:41 The Importance of Community Visibility

43:17 Engaging the Jewish Community in Chicago