https://thecjn.ca/podcasts/fighting-antisemitism-in-space/

KEY TOPICS

Here are some key topics from the interview with Henry Hank Wolfen:

• Space Travel:
  • Wolfen's experience on a Blue Origin spaceflight, including his preparation, the flight itself, and his feelings about the experience.
  • The cost of space travel and comparisons with Elon Musk's SpaceX.
  • The impact of the experience on Wolfen, including his perspective on Earth and the importance of protecting it.
• Fighting Antisemitism:
  • Wolfen's commitment to fighting antisemitism and his role as chair of Toronto's Jewish Federation's anti-Semitism committee.
  • His personal experiences with antisemitism, including his family's history of escaping pogroms in Russia and the Ukraine.
  • His views on the current state of antisemitism and the need for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
  • His call for moral leadership and accountability in addressing antisemitism.
• Jewish Identity and Tradition:
  • Wolfen's Jewish identity and his commitment to Jewish tradition, despite being an atheist.
  • His practice of Judaism, including Shabbat dinners and synagogue attendance.
  • The significance of the items he brought with him on his spaceflight, which reflected his Jewish heritage and family history.
• The Future of Space Travel:
  • Wolfen's belief that space travel will become more accessible in the future.
  • His hope that more people will have the opportunity to experience space travel and gain a new perspective on the Earth and humanity.

Social Posts

LinkedIn Post:

Headline: Space, Anti-Semitism, and the Power of Perspective: A Conversation with Hank Wolfen

Body: Join me as I sit down with Hank Wolfen, a Toronto businessman who recently embarked on a spaceflight with Blue Origin. We discuss his journey to space, his lifelong commitment to fighting anti-Semitism, and the profound impact this experience has had on his worldview.

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Instagram Post:

Image: Photo of Hank Wolfen in his Blue Origin space suit, with a yellow ribbon pinned on.

Caption: Hank Wolfen, a Toronto businessman, recently returned from a journey to space with Blue Origin. He shares his experience and his mission to combat anti-Semitism in a powerful conversation on the CJN Daily podcast. Listen now to hear his story.