In this episode of Raw, I speak with Professor Eran Halperin, a leading expert on conflict resolution, political psychology, and the emotional dynamics that shape intergroup relations. As Israel grapples with the aftermath of October 7 and the ongoing war, Professor Halperin brings his deep expertise to unpack the psychological forces at play—how fear, anger, and trauma shape public opinion, decision-making, and the possibility (or impossibility) of reconciliation.
We discuss the cognitive and emotional barriers to peace, what history teaches us about societies in prolonged conflict, and whether there is a path forward in times of such deep division. This is a conversation that cuts through the noise, offering a nuanced, research-based perspective on one of the most complex and painful moments in modern history.
