Best Australian Jews Podcasts (2025)

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Bridging Cultures Through Basketball: Jared Armstrong’s Journey from Philly to Eilat 25:39

4d ago25:39

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In this uplifting episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with professional basketball player Jared Armstrong, whose inspiring journey has taken him from Philadelphia to the southern Israeli city of Eilat. Jared shares how his love for basketball and deep sense of purpose led him to Israel, where he plays professionally and runs JAB …

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All Things Passover with Author Dara Horn (PART TWO) 36:38

7d ago36:38

36:38

Shakespeare hated Jews?? In Part 2 of Jonah Platt’s fascinating conversation with acclaimed author Dara Horn, they dive deep into: 📚 The antisemitism embedded in classic literature — from Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice to Roald Dahl’s The Witches 📖 Dara’s entire body of fiction work and what inspires her stories 🍷 Her famously elaborate Passo…

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Episode #37 The case for Jewish action on climate change, with Joel Lazar 50:14

6d ago50:14

50:14

Why does the Australian Jewish community need its own climate advocacy network? In this episode, Tami and Dash sit down with Joel Lazar - CEO of the Jewish Climate Network - to discuss the intersection of Jewish values and climate responsibility. Joel explains how Jewish teachings inspire environmental stewardship, busts some common myths, shares s…

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Three Passover Reflections & “People Love Dead Jews” author Dara Horn (PART ONE) 58:26

14d ago58:26

58:26

Is the world more comfortable with dead Jews than living ones? In this powerful conversation, bestselling author Dara Horn (People Love Dead Jews) joins Being Jewish with Jonah Platt to discuss the origins of antisemitism, how it manifests today—including on college campuses—and why Holocaust education may be doing Jews more harm than good. Dara an…

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Episode #36 Melbourne International Comedy Festival spotlight, with Rapha Manajem 38:16

13d ago38:16

38:16

Tami sits down with Mizrahi comedian Rapha Manajem to talk about his upcoming Melbourne International Comedy Festival show, The Salmon Was Good. Rapha who proudly claims a Mizrahi/Ashkenazi – and potentially Sri Lankan Jewish – heritage dives into the chaos of identity, family and his most memorable experience as a Jewish youth movement leader. As …

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The Jews: An Indigenous People 59:04

18d ago59:04

59:04

Where are the Jewish people truly from? On this thought-provoking episode of IsraelCast, join host Steven Shalowitz as he welcomes back celebrated author, Holocaust scholar, and pioneering voice of the Modern Jewish Pride Movement, Ben M. Freeman. Ben introduces his groundbreaking new book, The Jews: An Indigenous People, unpacking the powerful and…

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My Struggle with God & Comedian Tiffany Haddish 1:05:07

21d ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Emmy and Grammy-winning comedian Tiffany Haddish opens up about discovering Judaism as an adult and having her “Black Mitzvah” at age 40! She covers all her toughest struggles in this raw and unfiltered conversation—from growing up in foster care, her mother’s tragic accident, to fighting her way to the top of Hollywood stardom. But one of her bigg…

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Episode #35 Reclaiming Jewish indigeneity, with Ben M. Freeman 46:52

20d ago46:52

46:52

In his third book, The Jews: An Indigenous People, author and advocate Ben M Freeman argues that to fully embrace Jewish indigeneity and reject the non-Jewish world’s attempt to impose its thinking upon us, the Jewish people must re-examine the idea that Judaism is a religion. Tami and Dash have some follow-up questions, and in this episode of ATA,…

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I’m Not Talking About Mahmoud Khalil & Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg 55:34

28d ago55:34

55:34

Female Business Leader Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Facebook and VP of Google, opens up about God, grief, resilience, and ambition. She discusses her experience in Big Tech, embracing her Jewish identity, the terrifying silence from allies after October 7, and the harrowing stories of sexual violence against Israeli women in her documentary “Scre…

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Episode #34 Losing the shame, with Lyndi Cohen aka The Nude Nutritionist 39:43

28d ago39:43

39:43

To celebrate the launch of TJI’s Body Image Series ‘Every Body’, Tami and Dash speak to Dietitian, Nutritionist, Author, Podcaster, Ted X Speaker, TV Personality and Influencer Lyndi Cohen. Lyndi discusses her experience growing up as a South African migrant in Sydney's Jewish community and how cultural norms and expectations shaped her relationshi…

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Alex Ryvchin, Co-CEO of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry and Author 54:15

1M ago54:15

54:15

While Jew hatred in America and Europe has been at the forefront recently, the reality is Jews everywhere are under siege. This is especially true in Australia, where attacks on Jews have ranged from doxxing and vandalism to arson, including the horrific firebombing of Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue. Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Alex Ry…

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Reflection from The Oscars & Wicked Producer Marc Platt 1:16:05

1M ago1:16:05

1:16:05

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hlknXe8OSAU Hollywood and Broadway producing legend Marc Platt (Wicked, La La Land, Legally Blonde) sits down with his son Jonah Platt for an intimate and powerful conversation on Jewish identity, Hollywood, and storytelling. In this special episode, Marc shares: 📍 Growing up Jewish in segregated Balti…

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Episode #33 Is AI prejudice towards Jews? With Guido Melo 39:58

1M ago39:58

39:58

Artificial Intelligence is on the rise – even this description could be written by AI! But what does AI think about Jews? In this episode, Tami and Dash talk to Afro-Brazilian, Aussie-Jewish writer and academic Guido Melo about the risks of AI stereotyping and prejudice. Articles related to this episode: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/what-gen…

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2000 Years of Jew Hatred & Australian Journalist Erin Molan 1:01:15

1M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

In this powerful episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, Jonah sits down with Australian broadcaster Erin Molan, an award-winning journalist, television presenter, and outspoken advocate for Israel. Known for her fearless commentary and sharp insights, Erin shares her unexpected journey—from having no Jewish friends to becoming one of Israel’s st…

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Episode #32 A feminist, a Zionist, an optimist and a realist, with Lynda Ben-Menashe 43:50

1M ago43:50

43:50

Powerhouse Lynda Ben-Menashe is the current president of the NCJWA (National Council Jewish Women Australia) and she joins Dash and Tami in the ATA studio to chat about her origin story, how she combated imposter syndrome and sexism in Jewish organisations, and the painful end to years of interfaith friendships because of October 7th. It’s our Inte…

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Joel Chasnoff, Stand-Up Comedian & Author 42:31

2M ago42:31

42:31

From Mel Brooks to Jerry Seinfeld, there is a proud lineage of Jewish comedians who use their experience and wit to make the world laugh. However, since October 7, those laughs can feel hollow, knowing how many of our brethren are suffering. Others, though, view comedy as a coping mechanism to deal with the pain and trauma. Host Steven Shalowitz si…

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The Sound of Silence & Shoe Legend Stuart Weitzman 1:05:14

2M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

He’s a mogul, he’s a “macher” and most importantly … a mensch. Fashion designer and Jewish philanthropist Stuart Weitzman will steal your heart as he joins Jonah to discuss the two things most dear to his heart: Shoes and Jews. Beginning with an insightful conversation around career lessons and principles, Weitzman shares paramount advice on what i…

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Episode #31 "I am always a Jew; a Lesbian Hebrew Jew", with Jewish Gay Rights activist Dawn Cohen 51:55

2M ago51:55

51:55

As Sydney celebrates its annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras festival, Dash and Tami speak with groundbreaking Jewish community activist and elder Dawn Cohen, co-founder of Dayenu Jewish LGBTQ+. Born and raised in apartheid South Africa, Dawn spent decades campaigning – ultimately successfully – for the acceptance of LGBTQ+ Jews in Sydney's Jewish co…

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The Normalization of Jew Hatred & Presidential Speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz 1:05:41

2M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Watch this episode on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast Like many American Jews, formal religious education for Sarah Hurwitz ended with her Bat Mitzvah at age 13. But after an unbelievable career as a Speechwriter for some of the nation’s most influential Democratic leaders (including Hilary Clinton, President Barack Obama, and First Lady Michelle Obama…

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Episode #30 The Holy and The Broken, with Ittay Flescher 41:54

2M ago41:54

41:54

To celebrate the highly anticipated release of The Holy and The Broken, Tami and Dash talk to the author himself: TJI's Jerusalem Correspondent & Australia’s favourite peacebuilder Ittay Flescher. Plus Dash celebrates Tami's accidental foray into the shmatte business. Articles relevant to this episode: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/book-revie…

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Simon Newton-Smith, Senior VP of the Americas, EL AL Israel Airlines 35:03

2M ago35:03

35:03

IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Simon Newton-Smith, Senior Vice President of the Americas for EL AL Israel Airlines, to discuss the airline’s extraordinary role in keeping Israel connected amid unprecedented challenges. Simon shares insights into EL AL's resilience and operational strategies following October 7, detailing how the a…

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Going “Full Jew” & Covid Vaccine Inventor Dr. Drew Weissman 44:47

2M ago44:47

44:47

Watch the Podcast @BeingJewishPodcast One of the fundamental values in Judaism is Tikkun Olam, or “Repairing the world.” On this week’s episode, Jonah sits down with Dr. Drew Weissman, co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Medicine for his creation of the life-saving Covid vaccine - talk about repairing the world, literally! Dr. Weissman teaches Jonah…

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Michael Rapaport, Award-winning actor, comedian, podcaster, and pro-Israel advocate 53:56

2M ago53:56

53:56

As one of the most recognizable and outspoken advocates for Israel, particularly in the wake of October 7, Michael Rapaport has given a voice to millions of Zionists worldwide. Known for his unfiltered commentary, Rapaport delves into his Jewish identity, the challenges facing Israel and Jewish communities worldwide, and the vital role of humor dur…

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Episode #29 Explaining Australia's antisemitism crisis, with Dr Josh Roose 50:56

2M ago50:56

50:56

ATA is back. In their first episode for season 3, Dash and Tami discuss the summer of antisemitic attacks launched on Australian Jews. Who is behind the incidents? What is motivating them? How can it be stopped? Dr Josh Roose, political sociologist from Deakin University, shares his analysis. Relevant articles: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/a…

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Bringing Back The Hostages & Social Media Megastar Baby Ariel Martin 57:10

2M ago57:10

57:10

Watch this episode on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast With over 50 million followers across platforms, “Baby” Ariel Martin is one TikTok’s first homegrown stars. Known for her high energy lip-sync videos and youthful antics, Ariel’s career took a sharp turn after October 7th, when she witnessed the explosion of anti-Jew hate around the world and the si…

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Dr. Ronen Shoval, Israeli Philosopher, Author & Head of the Argaman Institute for Advances Studies 1:03:59

3M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

Even before the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attacks exacerbated life for Jewish students, universities were already hostile to anything related to Israel. Six months prior, when Dr. Ronen Shoval, head of the Israeli Argaman Institute, was lecturing at Princeton University, he required a police escort due to threats from protesters. Host Steven…

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Redefining Zionism & Canada's Anti-Israel Problem with Liberal MP Anthony Housefather 48:25

3M ago48:25

48:25

Watch this episode on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast Last year, Canadian Liberal Member of Parliament Anthony Housefather, a loud and proud Jewish political leader for many years, passionately denounced a virulently anti-Israel House resolution and even voted against his own party on it. His defiant and eloquent oration was the “speech heard ‘round th…

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Summer Shames – Back to School Special 25:23

3M ago25:23

25:23

The end of January means ‘back to school’ time here in Australia. Counting down the days to regain your personal space? Enjoy a bit of nostalgia? Still wake up at 4am to ruminate about the shameful thing you did in Grade 4? You’ll enjoy the very last instalment of “Summer Shames”. This episode was brought to you by Talia Levy Realty https://www.tal…

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Preserving Jewish Unity & NBA Champion Metta Sandiford-Artest 47:36

3M ago47:36

47:36

Watch the episode @BeingJewishPodcast Former NBA Defensive Player of the Year and NBA champion Metta Sandiford-Artest (formerly known as both Ron Artest and Metta World Peace) joins Jonah to delve into the complexities of what it means to be misunderstood, as Metta has been for much of his life, and as the Jewish community has been for centuries. T…

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Summer Shames - Co-worker evaluation time 26:59

3M ago26:59

26:59

Tami and Dash make the most of their summer break from regular programming to evaluate each other: the good, the bad, the shameful. Will Tami make it back for season 3? What's really been bugging Tami about working with Dash? You'll find out. Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Tami and Dash on Insta…

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Gadi Ezra, Commentator, Author & Israel's Former National Public Diplomacy Unit Director 1:01:39

3M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

From his time on the ground in the Israeli special forces to his bridge-building efforts as the National Public Diplomacy Unit Director, Gadi Ezra has dedicated his life to serving his country. From his time in Gaza in 2008 to his recent engagement after being called up from the reserves, Ezra is intimately familiar with war and how Hamas operates.…

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A City on Fire and Congressman Ritchie Torres 27:36

3M ago27:36

27:36

Watch on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast In this highly-anticipated episode of Being Jewish, Jonah speaks with New York Congressmen Ritchie Torres about a wide range of issues including anti-Israel hate, the future of the Democratic party, and the soul of America. Torres, who has devoted much of his 10+ year career in politics to fighting anti-Jew hate…

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Summer Shames - The Big Shvitz 19:28

3M ago19:28

19:28

We’re in the middle of summer down here in Australia and that means it’s beach time, it’s pool time, it’s….shvitz time. Whether you’re willing to admit it or not, everyone has a shvitz story. This week, Tami and Dash’s shame is your entertainment as they recount their most embarrassing Shvitzy Stories of summers past. If you like this episode, you …

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BEING JEWISH LIVE - Hollywood Stars & Jewish Advocates Josh Gad, Ginnifer Goodwin & Marlee Matlin, Live from CBS Television City 1:24:59

3M ago1:24:59

1:24:59

Watch the show on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast We’re kicking off 2025 with a very special, first-ever LIVE episode of Being Jewish! Filmed in front of a studio audience at the iconic CBS Television City, Jonah sits down with Tony nominee Josh Gad, TV/film star Ginnifer Goodwin and Academy Award winner Marlee Matlin in a must-see, brilliantly honest …

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Summer Shames - A secret penchant for Sex and the City 16:50

3M ago16:50

16:50

We all had a straight male friend who secretly loved Sex and the City in the noughties. Was Dash ‘that guy?’ And more importantly, is he a Samantha, Carrie, Charlotte or Miranda? Tami investigates. If you like this episode, you might like: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/miscarriage-menopause-gender-transition-mikvah-reinvented https://thejewis…

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Dana W. White, Managing Director, Juno Collective, author, national security expert and political commentator 1:20:30

3M ago1:20:30

1:20:30

The history of relations between black and Jewish Americans has always been complicated, often oscillating between solidarity and distance. While the communities have historically been close, there is now a much more rampant pro-Palestinian sentiment in black populations, in addition to accusations of antisemitism. Host Steven Shalowitz sits down w…

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Summer Shames - What embarrassing music do you listen to? 22:00

4M ago22:00

22:00

From kitsch Irish Folk to attending a Hanson concert as a fully grown adult, this second instalment of Summer Shames is the perfect antidote to peacocking your 2024 Spotify Wrapped. If you like this episode, you might like: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/comfort-using-music-to-heal-post-october-7 https://thejewishindependent.com.au/the-best-je…

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The Importance of Allies & Haredi Real Estate Mogul David Lichtenstein 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Watch the episode on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast Jewish law, or Halacha, is as ancient as it is timeless, providing a fertile ground for centuries of rigorous debate and discussion - and few enjoy this fundamental Jewish practice more than Haredi podcaster and billionaire real estate mogul David Lichtenstein. Together with Jonah, Lichtenstein, who …

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Summer Shames - The Christmas/Hanukkah Special 22:10

4M ago22:10

22:10

Ashamed to Admit is taking a break over the summer, but Tami and Dash are bringing you short morsels of their the best/worst seasonal shames: welcome to Summer Shames. Chrismukah, reenacting baby Jesus’s bris, nebbish pot plant decorations and the re-gifting section of your cupboard. It’s all here in the first instalment of Summer Shames. Relevant …

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David Matlow, Owner of the largest collection of Herzl memorabilia in the world 51:26

4M ago51:26

51:26

Currently on display at the Herbert & Eileen Bernard Museum at New York’s Temple Emanu-El, the All About Herzl Exhibition showcases a wide array of original Herzl documents, ephemera, and artifacts. The exhibition includes materials drawn from the collections of the Theodor Herzl Archive at the Central Zionist Archives in Israel, YIVO Institute for…

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Holding Two Truths & Broadway Director Zhailon Levingston 56:30

4M ago56:30

56:30

Watch this episode on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast Broadway director and arts activist Zhailon Levingston has been making waves in the New York theater scene through his ability to challenge audiences emotionally at the same time he is entertaining them. In this episode, Zhailon, who is not Jewish, describes his love of the very Jewish practice of “…

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Season two finale: "Just want to make you proud" with actor and comedian Josh Glanc 1:02:55

4M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

In their last episode for season two, Dash and Tami chat with actor and comedian Josh Glanc about … so many things, including: leaving law behind to pursue a career in entertainment, the unbreakable intergenerational umbilical cord, flipped stereotypes in Australian Jewish schools, wanting to make everyone proud and an anti-Jewish heckler. Relevant…

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Colonel Richard Kemp - Retired British Army Officer 23:48

4M ago23:48

23:48

How does the Israel Defense Forces conduct war? Despite the rhetoric from the United Nations and college protesters, the IDF has a clear track record of valuing and protecting life while still efficiently combatting terrorists in the region. Colonel Richard Kemp returns to IsraelCast to discuss his observations from his time spent in Israel and Gaz…

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My ADHD Journey & Chef Michael Solomonov 1:00:13

4M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Watch this episode on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast 5-time James Beard Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author Michael Solomonov is famous for his groundbreaking & wildly popular Israeli cuisine for American palates, all of which he dishes on with Jonah in this week’s episode. A child of both Israel and America, Solomonov has made it hi…

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Episode #27 'Girl in Finance' with Blossom's Gaby Rosenberg 41:25

4M ago41:25

41:25

In this episode, your favourite ‘girl, interrupted’ chats to her favourite ‘girl, in finance’ Gaby Rosenberg from Blossom. Gaby talks about her (and her sister Ali’s) journey to becoming co-founders of a startup and explains some basic investment terms. Tami spontaneously cries like she did in primary school maths and they both open up about the pr…

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Prof. Shai Davidai, Assistant Professor of Management, Columbia University Business School 1:09:57

4M ago1:09:57

1:09:57

What does it mean to be an activist today? For Columbia professor Shai Davidai, it means being on the front lines speaking out against the rampant Jew hatred he saw on his campus. Despite the antisemitism he has faced, including a suspension from the university, Davidai continues to spread awareness of the plight Jews on campus face. Host Steven Sh…

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Standing Up To Bigotry & Emmy winner Patricia Heaton 59:47

4M ago59:47

59:47

Watch this episode on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast 3-time Emmy-winning actress and longtime activist Patricia Heaton found a new calling 15 months ago - leading the Christian charge to stand with Israel and the Jewish community in the wake of October 7th. In this week’s episode, Jonah and Patricia explore why her faith demands her to stand for truth…

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Episode #26 What is the Orthodox Jewish stance on reproductive rights? With Nomi Kaltmann 50:18

4M ago50:18

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With women's reproductive rights in the United States looking more precarious in the wake of the Trump re-election, Tami and Dash explore Orthodoxy's stance on abortion, family planning, and IVF. Who better to turn to than Melbourne lawyer, Orthodox feminist, an ordained rabbi and mother of four (and soon to be five) Nomi Kaltmann. In this episode,…

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Giving Thanks & NFL Vikings Owner Mark Wilf 46:36

5M ago46:36

46:36

Watch the show on YouTube @BeingJewishPodcast NFL Vikings co-owner and philanthropist Mark Wilf opens up about his family’s American rebuild in the wake of the Holocaust, the importance of Israel, and the “family business” approach that has led to so much success for the Vikings franchise.. As a child of Holocaust Survivors, Wilf discusses the resi…

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Episode #25 Celebrating Mizrahi music, food, and heritage with Shai Shriki 49:22

5M ago49:22

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For too long, the stories and culture of Mizrahi Jews – Jews from the Middle East, North Africa and Asia – have been unrecognised and unrepresented in Australia's Jewish community. Yet Mizrahi music, food, and culture have enriched Jewish traditions and cultural life for generations, weaving vibrant threads into the tapestry of Jewish identity – in…

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