Dave Rich: podcast appearances and interviews

Dave Rich is a British verification methodologist affiliated with the Community Security Trust. He is recognized as a leading expert on left‑wing antisemitism and holds the position of Head of Policy at the organization. Rich is also an associate research fellow at the Pears Institute for the Study of Antisemitism, where he completed his PhD. His academic work and activism have focused heavily on antisemitism, particularly its roots and manifestations in contemporary society.

Rich's first book, titled The Left's Jewish Problem: Jeremy Corbyn, Israel and Anti‑Semitism, was published in 2016 and originated from his doctoral dissertation. In 2023, he authored Everyday Hate: How Antisemitism Is Built Into Our World – And How You Can Change It, a work that received largely positive reviews. Critics have praised Rich for their thorough, data-driven approach, and their ability to connect historical antisemitism to modern conspiracy theories. Natasha Walter of The Guardian highlighted the significance of Rich's analysis, emphasizing his depiction of how antisemitic conspiracy theories threaten both Jewish communities and societal progress. Stephen Bush of the Financial Times described the book as insightful, comprehensive, and witty, further establishing Rich's reputation as an insightful commentator on antisemitism.