The text discusses the concept of the "Photo-Negative Ideology," where myths and narratives are used to justify violence and discrimination against others in the name of progress or protection of certain groups.

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, David Hopen, author of The Orchard, discusses the significance of finding truth in fiction and myths.

Professor Martin Kramer, a Middle East scholar and president of Jerusalem's Shalem College, has released a new book titled "The War on Error: Israel, Islam, and the Middle East," which aims to challenge misconceptions and prejudices present in academic discussions about Israel and the Middle East.