As a note, we discuss colonial violence in its many forms - including sexual and racial violence - in this episode.
In the liberatory tradition of pesach, the Making Mensches team (Elana, Jesi/Rocki, and Jessie) bring you the first episode in what will be an ongoing series on Judaism and Abolition. In this first episode, we discuss the many overlaps between Judaism and Abolition, how abolition shows up in Jewish text and ritual, what abolition means, what this can look like in practice, how it relates to anti-zionism, and so much more. If you add berries to your seder plate, send us a picture!
We are excited to continue discussing this topic and bring other wise folks into the conversation in future episodes <3
Show Notes:
- Judaism and Abolition resource document
- Making Mensches Haggadah Library
- Critical Resistance
- Letter to the Anti-Rape Movement by Project Nia
- What About the Rapists? - Abolitionist Toolbox
- Hidden Water
- Khalil’s fund
If you enjoyed this episode, we are suggesting that donations be made to Matir Asurim!
[This episode was recorded in March 2026.]
Big thanks to Jesi for being part of the interview and the team, Jessie for editing the podcast, and to Nate for our podcast music. If you want to support our work, you can do so here.
