On this episode of Coffee with Curtis Politics, Robert is joined by Rabbi Yaakov Menken, EVP for the Coalition for Jewish Values and a President Trump Appointee to the Advisory Board of Religious Leaders, U.S. Religious Liberty Commission. Rabbi Menken discusses his journey from a non-observant upbringing to becoming a leading voice in Jewish public advocacy. He shares insights on the Coalition for Jewish Values, the importance of religious values in public policy, and the challenges of combating anti-Semitism. The conversation also touches on the recent billboard campaign in Times Square, the implications of political candidates on Jewish communities, and the settlement with Columbia University regarding anti-Semitism. Rabbi Menken emphasizes the need for a unified Jewish voice in the public square and the importance of addressing anti-Semitic narratives.

On this episode of Coffee With Curtis Politics, Robert is joined by Eitan Chitayat, Founder of Natie Branding agency, Creator of 'I'm that Jew', watched by over 250 million people online, and a prominent Israeli activist. Eitan discusses his journey and the evolution of 'I'm That Jew' as a response to rising antisemitism and the events of October 7th. He emphasizes the importance of openly embracing Jewish identity, the trauma experienced by the community, and the need for a unified narrative. Eitan advocates for building confidence in one's identity and the necessity of collaboration within the Jewish community to combat antisemitism and promote understanding. The discussion highlights the significance of resilience, hope, and the future aspirations of the 'I'm That Jew' movement.

On this episode of Coffee with Curtis Politics, Robert is joined by Rabbi Raphael Shore, filmmaker, educator, and founder of OpenDor Media. Together, they explore the challenges of modern Jewish identity, the roots and persistence of antisemitism, and the role of storytelling in shaping how communities respond to hate. Rabbi Shore shares insights from his new book, Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Jew, and discusses his latest documentary, Tragic Awakening, which reexamines the world’s oldest hatred through a contemporary lens. The conversation ranges from the limits of Jewish advocacy to the deeper question of whether it’s the responsibility of Jews to “cure” antisemitism. It’s a thoughtful, wide-ranging dialogue about faith, resilience, and the narratives we choose to tell.

Order Rabbi Shore's book - Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Jew? here

Watch Tragic Awakening - here