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In the latest episode of The Deep Dive, host Jacob Laznik speaks with Professor Shlomo Shpiro, Rabbi James Kennard, and Breaking News Desk Editor Shir Perets in the wake of the Bondi Beach massacre, a horrifying act of violence that has shaken Jewish communities worldwide.
The conversation goes beyond the headlines to explore how journalists, educators, and security experts process, report, and respond to communal trauma.
Prof. Shpiro is an expert in counterterrorism and provides a unique insight just days after the horrific attack. He explores the idea of readiness in these uncertain times and the issues the Jewish communities around the world face with effective security.
The episode also delves into the emotional ripple effects of such attacks. Professor Shpiro explains the psychological dimension of communal fear, while Rabbi Kennard addresses the responsibility of educators to help students navigate horror and resilience.
Together, the guests illuminate what it means to carry truth, whether in journalism, leadership, or faith, in the aftermath of violence.