Why Nas Daily Calls Himself Israeli First

Nas Daily’s Nuseir Yassin joins Unpacking Israeli History for a candid conversation about identity, belonging, and what it means to be Israeli, Palestinian, Arab, and human all at once. From growing up in northern Israel to navigating backlash after October 7th, Nuseir reflects on bridge building, nuance, Israeli society, Palestinian identity, religion, history, and why refusing simple labels can come at a cost. Recommended video The Complex Identity of Arab Citizens of Israel -    • The Complex Identity of Arab Citizens of I...   This episode is sponsored by Jewish Lives, a prize-winning series of biographies from Yale University Press. To learn more about Yitzhak Rabin's life, identity, and legacy, check out Yitzhak Rabin, Soldier Leader Statesman by Itamar Rabinovich at http://www.jewishlives.org. Use promo code RabinPod for 30% off. Questions or comments? Email us at [email protected] This podcast was brought to you by Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media. For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out:    • Jewish History Nerds      • Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam      • Soulful Jewish Living: Mindful Practices F...   #israel #identity #palestinians