Kishinev: Auschwitz before Auschwitz

Prior to the Holocaust, the 1903 pogrom in Kishinev (now Moldova) was the most infamous occurrence of Jewish suffering in the Diaspora. In this episode, Noam explores the many myths that surround the massacre and how it inspired Theodor Herzl to propose the controversial Uganda Plan.

Big Ideas

1. The media can play a powerful role in shaping public perception and opinion.
2. The Kishinev Pogrom and its aftermath had a profound impact on the development of Zionism and Jewish self-defense groups.

Essential Questions

1. How do we identify and understand the "moments that change everything" in Jewish history?
2. How can we prevent and address antisemitism in society?
3. What was the impact of the Kishinev Pogrom on modern Jewish history?