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One Day In October - Bonus Episode
12 december 2025 · 14 min
By popular request, here’s a bonus episode featuring highlights from our December 3rd One Day In October screening and moderated panel event. In this episode, you’ll hear from Oct. 7th survivor Sabine Taasa. Lees meer
Sabine Taasa is a French-Israeli survivor from the Israeli community of Netiv HaAsara, where her husband, Gil, and eldest son, Or, were murdered on Oct. 7th. She has since become a prominent advocate, sharing her family's story internationally, including speaking at the United Nations and appearing in the HBO Max series One Day in October.
This event was made possible by Jewish Parent Academy (JPA) and Jewish ERGs.
https://www.jpacademy.org/
https://www.jewishergs.com/
Stream One Day In October on HBO Max and follow on Instagram @onedayinoctoberofficial
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In A Pickle? Try Satire - Ryan Turkienicz, The Daily Brine
10 december 2025 · 33 min
What started as a satirical page run by 2 brothers has grown into a sharp, witty voice in the Jewish community. Ryan Turkienicz of The Daily Brine shares what’s brined his brain this year, the team's approach to satire, and why honesty matters more than Hasbara. Lees meer
Follow The Daily Brine on Instagram and TikTok @DailyBrine and read their writing at www.dailybrine.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:00 How 2 brothers started a satirical page
06:09 How has The Daily Brine been received by the community?
07:05 Voice Of The People - what is it & how is The Daily Brine involved?
12:08 What has brined Ryan's brain the most this year?
14:08 On Slam Frank!
17:57 The Daily Brine's dream headline
18:49 On former Mossad head - Yossi Cohen
22:56 "We're not going to win with Hasbara"
24:56 Why The Daily Brine started out as anonymous
26:30 Ryan's rules around content
27:31 Family telepathy
30:20 Ryan's message to the Jewish people
31:38 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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The Road Less Traveled Is Actually a Blast – Jen Cohn
3 december 2025 · 50 min
Jen Cohn — voice of countless characters and a true “joy hog” — sits down with Margarita to talk about the Jewish roots that shaped her, the unconventional turns of her career, and what it really takes to raise proud Jewish kids. Along the way, they laugh about Russian accents, psychic visits, and yes… even the voice of a matzoh ball. Connect with Jen on Instagram @heyitsjencohn. Lees meer
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:10 "I'm a joy hog"
06:10 Jen's Jewish upbringing & eclectic career
14:40 "The road less traveled is the more exciting road"
17:51 On Jews in entertainment & Jewish parenting
22:30 The steps to raising proud Jewish children
29:50 Jen's Russian accent
31:37 How is Jen preparing her son for college?
34:57 What is Jen optimistic about?
40:50 Margarita's trip to the psychic
42:16 What would a matzoh ball's voice sound like?
45:33 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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When Inclusion Leaves Jews Out - Steven Phillips of JewishERGs
26 november 2025 · 50 min
Margarita welcomes Steven Phillips — former tech leader, now founder of JewishERGs, and full-time advocate for Jewish representation in the workplace. Lees meer
In this episode, we dig into his journey of founding a Jewish Employee Resource Group at Amazon, scaling that into a worldwide community, and the challenges and opportunities Jewish professionals face at work.
Learn more about Steven's work at www.jewishergs.com
Follow JewishERGs on Instagram @JewishERGs
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:36 Steven's story - from Tech to Jewish ERGs
08:25 How did Steven take Jewish ERGs full-time?
09:54 What's the pushback to Jewish ERGs?
13:39 Which corporations get it right & which don't?
15:50 Margarita's experience at Amazon
19:42 How can Jews push back from hostility in the workplace?
31:23 Steven's visits to Israel & what they taught him
38:31 Steven's advice to Jews in corporate
41:57 What else is Steven working on?Margarita welcomes Steven Phillips — former tech leader, now founder of JewishERGs, and full-time advocate for Jewish representation in the workplace.
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Andrew Zimmern: Eat Everything, Fear Nothing
19 november 2025 · 46 min
Andrew Zimmern joins People Jew Wanna Know to talk about the Jewish upbringing that shaped him, from his grandmother’s legendary roast chicken and pickled tongue, to Shabbat dinners that later inspired Family Dinner. He reflects on his most vivid Bizarre Foods moments, including being marched through a Rio favela with AK-47s under his chin. He also opens up about the spiritual lessons he found in sobriety and why “being the only” has guided his entire media career. Lees meer
Lear more about Andrew's incredible work at www.andrewzimmern.com and follow him on Instagram @chefaz
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
05:41 How Margarita met Andrew's childhood best friend
8:16 Andrew's Jewish upbringing
12:08 "I want to be a NYC Jew"
13:07 "In the world of media & brands, it's better to be an only"
14:02 Andrew's staple Shabbat dish
19:48 Visiting Kazakhstan
27:19 Unsolved mysteries of Bizarre Foods - Rio & Mexico City
34:57 How do we stay connected in a disconnected world?
37:40 Andrew's new book about seafood & obsession with service
44:02 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Marching To His Own Beat - Nolan Marsh
12 november 2025 · 48 min
Musician and nomad, Nolan Marsh (@livefromthebus), joins us to talk about being Jewish in the U.S. Army, jamming at a neo-Nazi bar, life lessons from the road, and making music across the world. Follow him on Instagram & TikTok @livefromthebus! Lees meer
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:45 Nolan's story & Jewish upbringing
9:41 On serving in the U.S. Army as a Jew
11:26 A blues jam at a Neo-Nazi bar
19:00 The story of Daryl Davis, the black man who befriended the grand wizard of the KKK
22:00 Nolan's biggest lesson from living a nomadic life
30:21 Has Nolan been to Israel?
31:30 Nolan's take on staying relevant on social media
33:20 On making music all over the world
40:30 Nolan's musical inspirations
45:29 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Shabbat Schmooze: Hadar Baron
7 november 2025 · 25 min
Bonus episode featuring Hadar Baron, NYC-based singer, actress, songwriter & musician. Hadar won a giveaway Margarita did to be featured on the podcast! Lees meer
Bonding over their immigration experiences, a love for art, and Jewish life, this conversation will remind you just how many remarkable Jewish people we have in our community.
🎤 Follow Hadar on Instagram & TikTok: @hadarbaron / @hadarbaronmusic
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:23 From Israeli Immigrant to American Artist
06:38 The immigrant experience
11:54 The last 2 years as an Israeli artist
16:20 Playing Carole King
22:23 Hadar's message to the Jewish people
23:41 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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NYC's Famous Bagel Ambassador - Sam Silverman
5 november 2025 · 43 min
Sam Silverman—aka @BagelAmbassador—left the world of finance to build a bagel empire and uncover the deeper story behind this iconic Jewish food. He shares the surprising history of New York bagels, how the bagel industry has evolved, and, most importantly, why blueberry bagels are the worst. Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda02:19 From Finance to Bagels?!08:24 Sam's trip to Poland10:40 Sam's Jewish upbringing12:19 What is the bagel history of NYC? 17:19 How has bagel culture changed post-pandemic19:50 How Margarita waited almost an hour for a bureka 24:11 Bagel-making classes in Philly26:32 What's up with open-faced bagels? 28:30 Surprising piece of history about bagels 30:35 Sam's message to Jewish people 33:38 Lightning Round! 38:31 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination Lees meer
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Shabbat Schmooze: Rachel Lander
31 oktober 2025 · 26 min
Bonus episode featuring Rachel Lander, a software engineer from the Upper East Side who decided one stressful career wasn’t enough, so now she does stand-up too. Lees meer
Margarita and Rachel chat all things NYC, dating, & comedy.
Follow Rachel on Instagram & TikTok @rlandz
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:05 Rachel's eclectic NYC life & Jewish upbringing
07:57 How does Rachel think about comedy material?
11:20 Jeff Ross' one man comedy show
13:54 Why are sex jokes a comedic crutch for women?
16:14 Rachel's Jewish cookbook & how she met Brad Lander
17:50 Rachel's message to Jews today
20:28 How Margarita ran into Fran Lebowitz on the street
23:00 Rachel's dream dinner guest list of NYC people
24:33 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Singles Deserve Better: The PlotTwist Changing How We Date
29 oktober 2025 · 43 min
Healthcare professionals Julie and Danielle had zero tech experience—yet they built PlotTwist, a social and dating app reshaping how people connect. They share what inspired their leap from medicine to matchmaking, what sets Jewish dating apart, and the behavioral science behind finding “the one.” Follow @joinplottwist to see how they’re redefining modern dating!Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda03:28 Julie & Danielle's backgrounds05:13 Latest research on dating & what PlotTwist was created to solve11:30 What dating phenomenon has not been cracked? 13:06 Jewish dating vs. non-Jewish dating on PlotTwist15:56 How did Julie & Danielle learn how to start an app company? 20:04 Establishing boundaries as co-founders vs. best friends22:56 Julie & Danielle's own dating life 27:38 Behavioral Science dating tips from Logan Ury 29:34 Using Pareto Efficiency/ AI in dating32:54 What are some business do-overs Julie & Danielle would like to have? 35:02 Lightning Round! 42:07 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination Lees meer
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Shabbos Kestenbaum - We Need To DOGE Jewish nonprofits
22 oktober 2025 · 59 min
Margarita sits down with Shabbos Kestenbaum to unpack his unconventional journey—from Bernie supporter to PragerU, from suing Harvard to calling out Jewish nonprofits—and his bold vision for the Jewish future. Connect with Shabbos and follow his work on Twitter/X @shabbosk and Instagram @shabboskestenbaum. Lees meer
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:13 Shabbos' eclectic family & upbringing
05:06 From Bernie supporter to PragerU
11:50 Why Jews are moving to the right
14:20 How to combat antisemitism according to Shabbos
17:20 Why Jewish nonprofits are failing
24:00 The FIDF scam & why we should DOGE Jewish non-profits
26:29 What was the outcome with the Harvard lawsuit?
28:53 A rant about Hillel (of course)
33:50 "We welcome all people, but we don't welcome all ideas"
43:30 On Jewish life in Poland & Ukraine
53:00 Shabbos' message to the Jewish people
55:40 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Schlepping In Style - Alex Schinasi
15 oktober 2025 · 35 min
Margarita chats with Alex Schinasi—mom, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the viral Hulken bag. Alex opens up about her Jewish upbringing, parenting after October 7th, and what it takes to grow a brand in today’s market. From business lessons to mentorship and dream collabs, she keeps it real with wisdom and humor. Follow Alex on Instagram @alexschinasi and check out @hulkenbag to see the bag everyone’s talking about. Lees meer
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:07 Alex Schinasi's background & Jewish upbringing
07:04 How is Alex talking to her kids about life post Oct 7th
11:21 The Hulken bag!!! All about this business
16:12 Tried & true business principles - what are they?18:52 How is Hulken navigating dupes?
20:37 On tariffs
23:17 Alex's mentors
24:45 Alex's proudest achievement
27:42 On the culture of "BSing" in entrepreneurship
32:00 Who would be on Hulken's influencer trip?
33:07 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Class in Session with Charlotte Korchak
8 oktober 2025 · 59 min
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte Korchak—founder and senior educator of the Jerusalem Education Institute—whose life between the US and Israel, experience at Auschwitz, and work in Jewish education shape a candid dialogue on antisemitism, activism, and resilience amid global crises. Lees meer
Learn more about JEI at https://www.jerusalemedu.org/
Follow Charlotte on Instagram @charlottekorchak and JEI @jerusalemedu
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What We Discuss:
(00:00) Intro & Episode Agenda
(03:39) How Charlotte's life experiences shaped her into an Israel educator
(08:20) Solutions to Israel & Jewish education
(21:38) Trends on antisemitism
(37:36) Charlie Kirk's assassination
(43:10) Charlotte's incident at Auschwitz
(53:00) Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Dara Horn: The Antisemitism Lorax
1 oktober 2025 · 51 min
Dara Horn is the bestselling author of People Love Dead Jews and one of today’s sharpest voices on antisemitism. In this episode, she exposes the failures of Holocaust education, the tensions between diaspora and Israel, and the hard truths Jews need to confront now. Lees meer
Connect with Dara and support her work at www.DaraHorn.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
05:03 "Being a writer is less of a career choice and more of a chronic illness"
08:19 Dara, the antisemitism "Lorax"
09:41 How Holocaust education needs to change
18:00 What is the Tell Institute curriculum?
28:16 Role of the diaspora vs. Jews in Israel
33:37 Are Jews like everyone else or like no one else?
44:59 Dara's message to the Jewish people
48:13 Why are you in the defendant's dock against a racist?
48:50 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Next Stop: Jewish Storytelling with Benjamin Resnick
24 september 2025 · 46 min
Author Benjamin Resnick joins Margarita to talk about his debut novel Next Stop, the heart of Jewish storytelling, and the big questions that keep us all up at night. Insightful, thoughtful, and full of stories that linger long after the episode ends. Lees meer
Follow Benjamin on Instagram @Benjamin_Resnick and buy his book, Next Stop, anywhere where books are sold.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
06:03 Novelist turned Rabbi
08:44 Rabbis are meant to be storytellers
11:29 On Next Stop - Ben's debut novel
21:15 Jewish vs. Non-Jewish storytelling
28:30 Post Oct 7th, what message does Ben want to leave for Jews?
36:35 Why must there be something bad with something good?
43:10 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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We Are In WW3 - Alexander Rojavin
17 september 2025 · 53 min
Are we already in World War III? Alexander Rojavin—an intelligence, policy, and media expert on the frontlines of information warfare—joins us to untangle the chaos of today’s world. From Soviet anti-Zionist propaganda to TikTok, from the invasion of Ukraine to the weaponization of antisemitism, Sasha explains how politics, media, and culture collide to shape society—and what it will take to push back. Lees meer
Tune in for a conversation that’s equal parts alarming and hopeful, and discover why fighting disinformation might just be the fight of our time.
Connect with Sasha on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-rojavin-2a689568/
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
06:34 How a theater kid went into information warfare
11:20 The role of USSR in Anti-Zionism
16:19 How the global climate changed in 2014 because of the invasion of Ukraine
20:10 Antisemitism is a national security issue & why we can't seem to handle it
25:00 How China saved TikTok w/antisemitism
27:00 What are strategies that work to fight postmodernism & our current condition?
41:18 How many years will it take to change culture?
46:48 What are surprising information warfare tactics?
48:33 What gives Sasha hope?
50:29 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Jake Cohen - Dinner Party Animal, Unleashed
10 september 2025 · 35 min
New York Times bestselling cookbook author and social media star Jake Cohen joins People Jew Wanna Know to talk about his upcoming book Dinner Party Animal, what it’s like to be openly pro-Israel in media and TV, and—just maybe—settle the question of whether he’s psychic. Lees meer
Follow Jake on Instagram and TikTok @jakecohen, and grab your copy of Dinner Party Animal wherever books are sold.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:24 Who is Jake Cohen? His upbringing & career
08:02 Is Jake psychic?
09:28 Being in Israel during the Iran attack
14:41 How is Jake navigating the gay community and Hollywood as a pro-Israel personality?
19:43 Dinner Party Animal
21:40 What has Jake iterated as he has written more books?
22:44 What does Jake keep private vs. share?
27:01 What does Jake eat when he has the munchies?
28:26 Who would play Jake in his biopic? Does any celebrity make him nervous?
30:17 Jake's chef inspirations
32:56 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Speak Your Opponent's Language - with Z.E. Silver
3 september 2025 · 59 min
Margarita’s friend and fellow “Jinsta” activist Z.E. Silver joins People Jew Wanna Know to debate Hillel’s role on campus, unpack the dynamics of Jewish life, and share tips on winning debates. Lees meer
Z.E. is a content creator focused on Jewish peoplehood, antisemitism, and Israel, with experience at organizations including Chabad, AIPAC, ADL, Jewish Federation, Hillel, and JNF-USA.
Follow Zach on Instagram and TikTok @z.e.silver and @gam_v.gam, subscribe to his newsletter at beacons.ai/gamvgam, and check out his podcast On The Road To Zion.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
05:05 How Zach went from aspiring author to online Jewish activist
14:05 What does Zach make of the Jewish activism space and what's happening to our community?
24:20 A debate about Hillel
43:42 How do we fix the myriad of issues facing the Jewish community?
52:45 How to debate people who disagree with you
57:04 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Peter Beinart: The Case Against Zionism
27 augustus 2025 · 44 min
Peter Beinart is one of the most provocative voices in Jewish public life today—a journalist, commentator, and professor who critiques long-held assumptions about Israel, Zionism, and Jewish identity. Lees meer
In this episode of People Jew Wanna Know, Margarita pushes Peter on everything from Zionism's purpose to the future of a binational state.
Follow Peter on X @PeterBeinart and on Instagram @Peter_Beinart
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
09:34 Peter's upbringing & how it shaped his view of Israel
11:59 If Jews don't need Zionism, what do they need?
16:05 Peter's vision for a binational state
23:00 How can we unwind the conflict?
33:58 What has prevented Palestinians from establishing their own society given the billions in aid they've received?
41:29 Peter's message to Jewish people
42:50 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Places Jew Don't Wanna Go - Scotland & Ireland
20 augustus 2025 · 35 min
In this solo episode, Margarita unpacks her trip to Scotland & Ireland which turned out to be way more complicated than frolicking through fields and drinking Guinness. She explores the current atmosphere toward Jews in both countries, weaves in a sharp look at the history of Ireland and Northern Ireland, and shares the unexpected moment she actually needed the Heimlich (teehee). Lees meer
For exclusive content, follow the pod @peoplejewwannaknow on Instagram & TikTok
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Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib - Pragmatism for Palestine
13 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 6 min
Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, Palestinian-American activist and leader of Realign For Palestine, closes the Goy You Will Enjoy season. Lees meer
Realign For Palestine aims to cultivate a new generation of Palestinian voices committed to a two-nation solution, nonviolence, and radical pragmatism.
Follow Ahmed on X and Instagram @afalkhatib and support Realign For Palestine at https://realignforpalestine.org/
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:54 What is Ahmed working on & how is it going?
13:40 Ahmed's upbringing & disillusionment re: the Free Palestine movement
28:50 Appearance on Jubilee's Middle Ground
35:30 "What did they think would happen attacking Israel with the most right-wing government it's ever had?"
37:45 The harm of right-wing Jewish activism & inability to criticize Israel
41:25 Why growing a Muslim majority for Realign For Palestine is no longer the strategy
48:00 "The pragmatists need wins."
49:29 Israel will be a pariah state if it occupies all of Gaza according to Ahmed
51:39 What can Jews do to help?
01:01:00 Ahmed's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
01:04:24 Closing Remarks
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VOTE FOR MARGE FOR Z3 BRIDGE BUILDER!
12 augustus 2025 · 3 min
This is a PSA to vote for Margarita, who has been nominated for the Z3 Bridge Builder Award! Lees meer
The Z3 Bridge Builder Award recognizes individuals who are working to bridge divides within the Jewish people—between communities, across ideologies, between the Diaspora and Israel and more.
If Margarita wins, she will use the funds to create, for the first time, video podcast episodes! Your People Jew Wanna Know experience is about to get that much better!
VOTE HERE: https://a.cstmapp.com/gallery/999958/280732/757203924?lc=en-us
Thanks so much!
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When Allah Meets Adonai - Dan Khan
6 augustus 2025 · 49 min
U.S. Army Veteran and Muslim American, Dan Khan, joins the Goy You Will Enjoy season to share his powerful story of building bridges between Muslim and Jewish communities. Lees meer
Together, we explore big questions: Has Islam been hijacked? When is it worth forming coalitions with people you fundamentally disagree with? And what does it really take to create understanding across deep divides?
Follow Dan on Instagram: @its_dankhan
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:27 On Dan's upbringing, career & interfaith marriage
12:03 Has Islam been hijacked?
16:26 Dan's experience serving in the U.S. Army
23:10 What is American Peace Committee? How do we build bridges with non-Jews?
30:15 Some people are just lost causes
31:38 Demoralization of society & positive reinforcement
35:35 Building coalitions with those you don't agree with
41:08 Dan's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
48:11 Closing Remarks
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The History We Teach - Is It Enough? Melissa Mott
30 juli 2025 · 46 min
Melissa Mott, Executive VP of Education Strategy & Programs at the Simon Wiesenthal Center, joins Goy You Will Enjoy for a candid and powerful conversation on the state of antisemitism, Holocaust education, and Jewish identity today. Lees meer
With a decade at the ADL, and a career rooted in truth-telling and impact, Mel brings clarity, urgency, and no BS to her episode. This is the one Jew need to hear.
Check out the Simon Wiesenthal center at www.wiesenthal.org and follow them on Instagram @simonwiesenthalcenter
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:10 Mel's journey to become an educator & Holocaust expert
08:45 Non-Jews raised around Jewish communities often develop more positive views of Jews
12:50 How Margarita met her first Asian person
14:24 What is the work of the Simon Wiesenthal Center?
16:09 What is and is not working in combatting antisemitism?
24:30 Will Jewish orgs ever figure it out or should we assume "it's not coming?"
26:59 Has Mel been able to change hearts & minds?
30:10 What is it like for Mel to be part of the LGBTQIA+ community?
31:58 Mel's experiences in Israel
33:26 What has resonated with Mel from Jewish culture?
36:33 Mel's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
45:04 Closing Remarks
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"Hey Jewish people!" - Chris Caresnone (aka The Babka King)
23 juli 2025 · 45 min
Iconic content creator, Chris Caresnone (The Babka King), joins us on the Goy You Will Enjoy season to discuss building bridges through his love of culture, food, and humor. Lees meer
In this conversation, Margarita and Chris discuss his career, his POV on the current rise of Jew hatred, and the importance of having positive energy.
Follow Chris on Instagram @chriscaresnone and check out his website www.caresnone.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:20 How did Chris get into content creation?
06:10 Chris' response to antisemitic remarks on his videos
19:35 Chris' experience with Jewish people & his POV on energy
24:31 "I can create my own narratives, and I had to work through that idea myself."
26:25 Discussing Anti-Zionism
30:29 "If every single person stopped going to MAGA rallies, would it exist?"
34:45 On the importance on seeing positivity vs. negativity
39:35 Chris' question to Margarita about anything Jewish
42:52 Closing Remarks
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The Gazan Peacebuilder - Hamza Howidy
16 juli 2025 · 47 min
Gaza-born peace and human rights activist, Hamza Howidy, joins the Goy You Will Enjoy season to share his incredible story and commitment to fostering peace between Palestinians and Israelis. Lees meer
In this episode, we hear the crazy, unfathomable stories of Hamza's escape from Hamas imprisonment and torture, how his family discovered a Hamas tunnel under their house, and much more.
Follow Hamza on X @HowidyHamza and on Instagram @hamzahowidyy
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:56 Hamza's Gaza upbringing & the path to deradicalization
07:30 "I was an antisemite"
09:00 What is the current sentiment of Palestinians? Are polls accurate?
15:38 How was Hamza released after being imprisoned by Hamas?
16:40 How can Palestinians stand up to Hamas?
21:40 Hamza's recommended Pro-Palestinian organizations to support
23:03 Advice to Jewish people from Hamza
24:30 How has Hamza's perception of Jews change over time?
25:21 Margarita's experience at Israel Day Parade
30:00 Has Hamza been inside a Hamas tunnel?
32:54 Why did many Jews not support the second ceasefire deal?
35:40 Qatar's role in releasing Edan Alexander
38:00 Hamza's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
46:12 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Jonathan Elkhoury - That Gay Goy Guy
9 juli 2025 · 49 min
People Jew Wanna Know welcomes popular Christian-Lebanese activist, Jonathan Elkhoury, on the pod. We learn about his remarkable story and his take on the current situation in Israel since he lives there. Lees meer
Jon reflects on his years of activism, what he wishes he knew sooner, and offers useful tips for how to create allies.
Follow Jon on Instagram @Jon_Elk and on X @Jonathan_Elk
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:45 How Jon ended up in Israel & his advocacy work
07:50 Why did Jon go into activism & his life post-Oct 7
17:26 How has Jon's perception of Jews & Israel changed?
20:56 Our story is being rewritten - how can we tell the true story to non-Jews?
29:20 What does Jon wish he knew sooner about Israel activism?
38:45 What does Jon connect to in Jewish culture?
40:21 Jon's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
45:50 Closing Remarks
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Mer Hersam vs. Misinformation
2 juli 2025 · 43 min
Margarita interviews Mer Hersam - an influencer education and advocacy expert living in Washington DC. Mer is an ally who has done tremendous work to combat antisemitism and harmful anti-Israel rhetoric online, as well as being involved in the restoration and preservation of TikTok. In this episode, Mer talks about her background, why she felt compelled to speak up for the Jewish people, her trip to Israel post-Oct 7th, and much more. Lees meer
Follow Mer on Instagram @merhersam and on TikTok @mer.money
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:43 From modeling to activism - Mer's path
07:15 On saving TikTok & working on the presidential campaign
11:51 Mer's experience with the Jewish community & visiting Israel post-Oct 7
18:30 Has Mer witnessed antisemitism?
21:00 What has worked for changing people's minds?
27:21 Has Mer's perception of Israel/the Jewish people changed?
30:55 What resonates with Mer from Jewish culture?
32:55 Can we combat antisemitism in a major way in the next 4 years?
34:46 Margarita's question for Mer & Mer's question for Margarita
41:42 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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And Here's Leo - Leo Veiga
25 juni 2025 · 53 min
Leo Veiga, Modi Rosenfeld's producer, manager, and husband, joins People Jew Wanna Know for the "Goy You Will Enjoy" Season! Lees meer
Leo has raised the bar in entertainment, producing incredible comedy shows all over the world. In this episode, Margarita and Leo discuss his philosophy on allyship, Jinsta (Jewish Insta), and how his perception of the Jewish community has changed over time.
Follow Leo on Instagram @leo_veiga_ and check out his website www.leoveiga.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:29 Who is Leo Veiga & what is he up to?
10:29 What was Leo's perception of the Jewish community before he met Modi?
11:35 How is Leo feeling post Oct 7th supporting a Jewish comic?
14:38 JINSTA
23:52 On Hannah Einbeinder
29:34 The "reasonable person" principle
30:25 Has Leo been able to break through to other non-Jews?
36:55 Has Leo's perception of the Jewish community changed over time?
46:00 Leo's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
51:29 Closing Remarks
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King of the Mitzvahs - Kareem "K.W.O.E." Wells
18 juni 2025 · 46 min
Kareem “K.W.O.E.” Wells—entrepreneur, entertainer, and longtime bridge-builder between Black and Jewish communities—joins us for a powerful conversation in this episode of Goy You Will Enjoy. Lees meer
Kareem shares his extraordinary journey from the streets to the C-Suites, and how he turned a bold vision into Flow Entertainment, the go-to events company with a three-year waitlist for bar/bat mitzvahs. Crowned the “King of the Mitzvahs,” Kareem reflects on the intersections of culture, community, and allyship—and what it means to show up for others with heart and hustle.
Follow Kareem on Instagram @kwoe and check out his work on www.kwoegroup.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
06:00 How Kareem went "from the streets to the C-suites"
13:00 Kareem's entertainment business & becoming "King of the Mitzvahs"
20:00 On building bridges - "I was doing this work before Oct 7th. Our children are watching."
23:04 "I'm trying to right my wrongs" - the importance of giving back
26:04 Visiting LA's Museum of Tolerance & the Nova Exhibit
28:00 How does Kareem respond to antisemitism in the industry?
31:45 Kareem's advice to Jewish people
39:05 Kareem's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
44:01 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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The Woman Behind The Largest Pro-Israel Group In America - Destiny Albritton
11 juni 2025 · 46 min
Destiny Albritton, who is the Senior Director of Next Gen at Christians United for Israel (CUFI) and a social media activist, joins People Jew Wanna Know podcast to share her wisdom on how to get non-Jews to support Israel. CUFI is the largest pro-Israel group in America with 10 million members. Lees meer
In this warm and somewhat theological discussion, Destiny and Margarita bond over their travels to Israel and Destiny offers countless pieces of advice for how to create allies. They also discuss the difficult climate on college campuses and Destiny's experience supporting Jewish and non-Jewish students.
Follow Destiny on Instagram @destinythewonderful and check out CUFI at www.my.cufi.org
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:41 Destiny's upbringing & how it led to her career
04:20 What is CUFI?
06:40 Margarita's trip to Israel visiting Christian sites
13:33 How Destiny became a Zionist
16:50 A very good rant about antisemitism on campus - "do you know that's such a low bar?"
26:00 How can Jews build bridges with non-Jews?
32:53 Has Destiny's perception of Jewish people changed over the years?
34:32 Things Destiny loves about Jewish life!
36:51 Destiny's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
44:44 Closing Remarks
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Goy You Will Enjoy Trailer!
9 juni 2025 · 14 min
People Jew Wanna Know is launching a new season of the podcast lovingly called "Goy You Will Enjoy!" This season features 10 episodes sharing the stories of allies. Lees meer
The trailer episode is dedicated to explaining what motivated the season and what kinds of guests to look forward to. Margarita also reads letters from her listeners about their experiences with non-Jewish friends and peers post October 7th.
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This Barbie is a Zionist - Jordyn Tilchen
4 juni 2025 · 46 min
Popular social media activist, journalist, editor, and marketing professional, Jordyn Tilchen, joins People Jew Wanna Know to reflect on "Jinsta," her career, and the current state of journalism. Lees meer
Jordyn also shares her difficult decision to move back to the US after she made Aliyah just a few months before Oct 7th, 2023.
Follow Jordyn on Instagram @jtilch and X @JordynTilchen.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:12 Jordyn's upbringing, career, & the pivot to Jewish activism
05:42 Working at MTV & responding to anti-Israel rhetoric
09:25 Timothee & Kylie - yay or nay?
10:04 Is Jordyn concerned about the current state of media & journalism?
16:59 "Social media deprived me of the joys of life" & making Aliyah
23:50 Is there anything Jordyn would do differently?
26:45 Advice to Jewish content creators
28:18 Urban Legend - meritocracy for content creators
36:30 "The Jewish activism space is going to shrink"
41:00 What is Jordyn optimistic about?
42:56 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Ari Frenkel - Is Jewish Content A Career?
28 mei 2025 · 58 min
Actor, writer, and producer, Ari Frenkel, joins People Jew Wanna Know podcast to discuss Hollywood, Jewish social media, and debate Margarita on salient questions going through the minds of Jewish activists and influencers. Lees meer
In a warm conversation with two friends, Ari and Margarita address "the elephants in the room" and laugh their way through it. Ari leaves us with powerful messages of Jewish Joy, positivity and empowerment.
Follow Ari Frenkel on Instagram @arifrenkel and check out his work on www.arifrenkel.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:54 Ari's career in acting/film & pivoting to make Jewish-centered content
05:07 What is "See You On The Other Side?"
07:08 How is it being Jewish in Hollywood right now?
11:35 When do people with a following have an obligation to speak up? When are we "accepting crumbs" as Jews?
17:00 What WOULD change the hearts & minds of people?
20:15 Joe Rogan's episode with Douglas Murray & Dave Smith
22:33 Is it unethical to make money from Jewish activism content?
34:35 An impactful moment Ari has recently had
43:06 The importance of humility & compassion when discussing war & debiasing
55:04 A message to young Jewish people
55:39 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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From Runway to Right-Wing - Elizabeth Pipko
21 mei 2025 · 39 min
Model, activist and former National Spokeswoman for the Republican Party, Elizabeth Pipko, joins People Jew Wanna Know to reflect on supporting the Trump campaign and the current state of politics. This episode is a front row seat into the world of people closest to Donald Trump. Lees meer
Margarita and Elizabeth discuss Elizabeth's work for the Republican party, her Russian-speaking Jewish upbringing, and her new non-profit - Chabad Friends.
Follow Elizabeth on Instagram @elizabethpipko .
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
06:08 Elizabeth's path into politics from modeling
08:22 What was it like to support Trump's latest campaign?
11:06 Elizabeth's Jewish upbringing & identity
14:12 Elizabeth's take on what's happening to the Jewry right now
16:40 How to keep going when experiencing antisemitism & political polarization
22:45 "I could not get closer to the campaign unless I was Donald Trump himself"
23:30 Do you have an obligation to vote for someone else's interests?
26:00 Chabad Friends - what is it?
29:40 Can we make progress on antisemitism in the next 4 years?
33:27 A message to young Jews - get religious!
38:05 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Amichai Lau Lavie - Let's Meet In The Messy Middle
14 mei 2025 · 49 min
Named "one of the most interesting thinkers in the Jewish world" by The Jewish Week and one of America's Top 50 Rabbis by The Forward, Amichai Lau Lavie joins People Jew Wanna Know podcast to share his story. Lees meer
Rabbi Amichai comes from 38 consecutive generations of Rabbis and is known for his progressive, "God-optional" congregation Lab/Shul in NYC and a documentary film about his life - Sabbath Queen. In this conversation, Margarita and Amichai discuss Sabbath Queen, the importance of embracing "the messy middle," and the current political landscape in Israel.
Follow Amichai on Instagram @amichailaulavie and check out his film, Sabbath Queen, at www.sabbathqueen.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
07:18 Who is the Sabbath Queen? Meeting in the messy middle
13:11 At what point is changing tradition changing Judaism altogether?
16:40 Death of the conservative Jewish movement in NYC
20:03 How do we build bridges with Anti-Zionist Jews? Learnings from Amichai's Lab/Shul congregation
31:15 Amichai's take on Israeli politics today - end the occupation, immediate ceasefire
39:21 "We are dreaming a nightmare, and we have to wake up."
42:30 Is the Moshiach coming?
43:21 What is Amichai optimistic about?
45:04 What would Hadassah say?
46:02 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Hannah Simpson - I Didn't Change My Gender, My Gender Changed Me
7 mei 2025 · 1 uur
This week, Margarita interviews Hannah Simpson - writer, speaker, and activist on queer & trans identity. Lees meer
Hannah's episode is filled with humor, depth, and meaning as she walks us through her transition journey, the queer Jewish community, and what the situation looks like for queer people today.
Follow Hannah on Instagram @hannah.e.simpson and check out her website www.hannahsimpson.net
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:30 Becoming Hannah Simpson - from medical school to trans activism
09:54 What is the trans Jewish community like?
11:20 "And I know I'm a nice person because science removed the dick part of me"
13:58 "Judaism gives me a better framework for being a trans person"
14:16 Explaining being trans to Rabbis & reintroducing yourself to everyone
19:50 Israel's importance to the queer community
25:30 How do you build bridges with people in the queer community who don't support Israel?
35:30 "We always want to walk in others' shoes, especially if they're high heels"
44:25 Hannah's work as a mortuary technician during COVID 19
50:28 A message to us about the current state of trans rights - we have a crisis on our hands
56:06 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Decolonize Your Mind With Ysabella Hazan
30 april 2025 · 51 min
Ysabella Hazan, a very long-standing activist, writer, and international speaker joins People Jew Wanna Know to reflect on her career, the current state of the Jewry, and where she thinks we're headed. Lees meer
Ysabella is one of the original Jewish activists on social media who has revolutionized student grassroots movements on campuses. Her inspiring, candid, and principled takes will leave you feeling energized and ready to show up as a proud Jew wherever you go.
Follow Ysabella on Instagram @ysabellahazan and @decolonizedjudean . Check out www.decolonizedjudean.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
02:51 Ysabella's diaspora experience & founding Decolonized Judean
07:47 Ysabella's legal work - how can we be proactive & empowered?
11:12 How can Jewish activists reach people outside of the echo chamber?
15:20 "If we want to reach broader audiences, we have to change our messaging. Immediately."
18:40 Antisemitism on college campuses
20:50 "Anti-Zionist Jews are Jews that have internalized antisemitism"
24:50 "When we have a safe space, we are ghettoizing ourselves."
25:00 What does grassroots work on campus look like?
27:28 He who has his "why" can bear any "how" - How Ysabella processes the antisemitism she experiences
34:49 One-State or Two-State Solution?
40:33 Solutions for coexistence need to be local
46:58 What has given Ysabella hope?
48:52 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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"Read Your Bible" - A Powerful Message From Holocaust Survivor, Miriam Griver
26 april 2025 · 42 min
On Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, Margarita interviews Holocaust survivor - Miriam Griver. Miriam lived through the Holocaust as a child, and she talks about her family's brave, unbelievable story of survival. Lees meer
Miriam's father, Yehudah Meisels, survived 9 months in Auschwitz followed by the Death March. Miriam and her older sister hid in the trash in their ghetto to save themselves.
Miriam reflects on her life, tells us how she channeled her story into an incredibly successful career of Jewish philanthropy, and leaves us with a powerful message to future Jewish generations.
On Yom HaShoah, consider donating to The Blue Card fund which supports Holocaust survivors in need -https://bluecardfund.org/
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:03 Miriam's impressive career & life in Israel
10:03 The story of Miriam's family during the Holocaust
36:50 Miriam's reflections on living in Israel post Oct 7th
42:02 Miriam's message to young Jewish people
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Let's Get JScreened - Estie Rose & Shari Ungerleider
16 april 2025 · 37 min
Estie Rose and Shari Ungerleider from JScreen join People Jew Wanna Know to discuss Jewish genetic diseases. JScreen is a non-profit on a mission to give every adult in the US access to preventive genetic testing and counseling. Lees meer
In this insightful conversation, they discuss the history of Jewish genetic conditions, what options are available to genetic carriers who want to have children, and how the observant Jewish community views reproductive care. Jscreen is doing vital work in helping form healthy, Jewish families.
Check out Jscreen at jscreen.org and follow them on Instagram @getjscreened
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00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:15 Faces of JScreen - The story of Estie & Shari
09:04 How many families are affected by Jewish genetic diseases every year?
12:30 What options are there for carriers of Jewish genetic diseases who want to have children?
14:42 How does the observant Jewish community view reproductive care?
18:50 On autism
20:21 What is JScreen? History of Jewish genetic diseases
27:15 Health insurance SUCKS!
28:20 Are there any emerging discoveries in Jewish genetics?
34:28 A message to aspiring Jewish parents
35:09 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Kickin' It With Westside Gravy
9 april 2025 · 44 min
Rapper and producer, Westside Gravy, joins People Jew Wanna Know podcast to reflect on his career, his music, and his Black/Jewish/Russian-speaking identity. Lees meer
This conversation takes a surprising turn when Margarita and Gravy dive into the legacy of his grandfather, Mikhail Shufutinsky, who is a famous Russian singer. Gravy talks about his upbringing and how it inspired his music. They also discuss BLM and Gravy's reflections on the black community.
Check out Westside Gravy anywhere you get your music and follow him on Instagram @westsidegravy
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:08 On Westside Gravy's upbringing & career
05:33 Gravy's Black/Jewish/Russian-speaking identity & how he made Aliyah
08:35 Response to Gravy's music post Oct 7th
10:28 Gravy's take on black/Jewish relations, issues with BLM, & Margarita's experience in Minneapolis
25:52 Gravy's Russian-Jewish identity & the influence of Mikhail Shufutinsky
36:00 Westside Gravy's message to us
41:15 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Stephanie Butnick - Stay Golda
2 april 2025 · 54 min
Stephanie Butnick joins People Jew Wanna Know to chat all things Jewish life, lifestyle, and her new project - Golda. Lees meer
After 13 years at Tablet Magazine, 10 of which Stephanie co-hosted Unorthodox Podcast, Golda is her latest endeavor.
In this lighthearted and uplifting episode, learn about "the what, the why, and the stuff" from Stephanie.
Follow Stephanie Butnick on Instagram @sbutnick and @goldaguide . Subscribe to Golda at www.goldaguide.com
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:07 The beauty of Hamantaschen & Stephanie's career path
06:44 What is Golda?
11:30 Unorthodox Podcast
15:50 Best kept secrets of podcasting
20:44 How Margarita put up a mezuzah
26:20 What is Stephanie optimistic about?
33:41 What will the Jewish community look like in 50 years?
41:26 Influencer compensation - the good, the bad, & the ugly
48:38 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Liz Glazer - Together We're Slightly Unhinged
26 maart 2025 · 51 min
Margarita chats with Liz Glazer - award-winning standup comedian, actor, writer, and recovering lawyer. Lees meer
They discuss only the most relevant things to comedy & law - knocking on wood, taking molly, being married to a Rabbi, and eating horse meat. This episode is 100% Halachically questionable.
Follow Liz on Instagram @lizglazer and check out her website dearlizglazer.com . Listen to Liz's podcast, Together We're Straight, anywhere you get your podcasts.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:28 Knock On Wood & Liz's story
9:00 What did Liz learn from practicing law before pivoting to comedy?
14:00 The story of how Liz did Molly
19:47 Margarita's story about negotiating at work & school
25:05 On being married to a Rabbi
30:39 Life as a comedian post Oct 7
35:53 HORSE MEAT
42:40 Liz's podcast - Together We're Straight
45:53 Liz's message to the Jewish world
48:34 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Why Peace Is So Hard To Achieve - Samuel J. Hyde
19 maart 2025 · 1 uur
This week, Margarita chats with Samuel J. Hyde who is a writer and intellectual based out of Tel Aviv, Israel. He is also a fellow at The Jewish People Policy Institute. Lees meer
Samuel is an expert on the Israeli Palestinian conflict, specializing in Radical Islamism. In his highly intelligent, clear, and no BS way, Samuel breaks down exactly what's preventing us from finding peace and what steps we can take to get there.
Follow Samuel J. Hyde on Instagram @samuelj.hyde to keep up with his writing and work.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
06:00 Samuel's upbringing & the path to becoming a researcher/expert on the Middle East
12:00 On The Jewish People Policy Institute
14:56 The influence of Radical Islamism & how it makes a zero-sum game in establishing peace with Israel
27:35 "We need to be sober about the Issue" - there's no peace while Jihadism exists
28:38 How Saudis & Emirates deradicalized their education systems
33:30 "The frameworks for peace are not there on the Palestinian side"
36:00 There was no dissent or opposition from Palestinians when peace deals were rejected
36:50 A discussion on the West Bank settlements & why they're bad for Israel
51:33 What has Samuel changed his mind on?
56:53 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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That Jewish Family - Home Is Everywhere
12 maart 2025 · 40 min
Raizel and Dani Namdar from That Jewish Family join People Jew Wanna Know Podcast to reflect on their 3+ years of nomadic travel visiting 35 countries. Lees meer
As a Chasidic family, Raizel, Dani, and their kids are breaking stereotypes about the observant Jewish community and inspiring thousands all over the world to make the leap and enjoy travel.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:03 Who is That Jewish Family & why did they start their channel?
06:32 Raizel & Dani's unconventional dating story
10:25 Has That Jewish Family inspired other Orthodox/Hasidic people to travel?
12:55 Trip to Fiji & keeping kosher in remote places
17:00 "On the other side of fear is freedom"
18:30 Has That Jewish Family experienced antisemitism on their travels?
26:06 What has inspired Raizel & Dani from non-Jewish communities all over the world?
30:30 On the minimalism of travel
31:53 What's next for That Jewish Family now that they have a home base?
34:00 Next travel destination for That Jewish Family
35:23 How Margarita went to see the Ohel of Levi Schneerson
38:50 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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How Jewish Organizations Failed Us with Adam Scott Bellos
5 maart 2025 · 1 uur 2 min
Adam Scott Bellos, an entrepreneur, political commentator, social media figure, and ardent Zionist joins People Jew Wanna Know Podcast to drop some hot takes on the current landscape for American Jews. Lees meer
Adam has grown on social media for his ardent criticisms of organizations like ADL and JNF, as well as criticisms of Jewish activists and influencers.
His provocative and controversial commentary challenging the organizations and people who claim to protect us makes you wonder - but does he have a point?
While Margarita does not agree on numerous things with Adam, this thought-provoking episode revisits the age old question: Are we Jews first and American second?
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
09:00 Who is Adam Scott Bellos & what does he work on?
12:32 Adam's criticism of Jewish nonprofits & influencers
15:50 "If you can't write checks, you do not matter"
20:14 The disconnect between American Jews & Israeli Jews
21:00 "I'm sick of hearing about the f*cking Holocaust"
25:00 Should all Jews live in Israel?
26:11 On the 4 types of Jews during the Roman Empire & how it relates to today
38:35 Would the issue be fixed if Jewish orgs ran like a for-profit business instead of nonprofit?
49:10 "The world will only see you as a Jew. Get over it."
50:50 On The ADL Antisemitism Policy Paper
53:00 Where the money could go instead of funding executive salaries - what are the solutions?
59:34 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Hot Takes from My Hot Rabbi - Rebecca Keren Eisenstadt Jablonski
26 februari 2025 · 49 min
Rabbi Rebecca Keren Eisenstadt Jablonski aka My Hot Rabbi joins People Jew Wanna Know podcast! As a Rabbi, Becky has the unique vantage point of seeing the Jewish community more holistically and spotting macro trends. Lees meer
In this episode, Margarita and Becky discuss what's happening to modern Jewry and the evolution required in Jewish education to build the next generation of strong Jewish people.
Follow Becky on Instagram @myhotrabbi and buy her book anywhere you get your books: Confessions Of A Female Rabbi
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:04 Who is Rabbi Becky & her path to serving the modern Jewry
05:50 Hipsterdox - Becky's Jewish upbringing
11:32 Becky's book - Confessions Of A Female Rabbi & should we be concerned for modern Jewry?
18:59 We need Jewish education, but we see people double down on Israel advocacy - those are different things
20:03 "The Hebrew School model doesn't work for modern people"
29:40 What do we do about issues of declining Jewish education, intermarriage, etc.?
32:34 On learning disabilities in the learning environment
36:12 What has Becky learned in supporting Jewish families post-Oct 7th?
45:32 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Alexandra Silber - Everyone Is A Fiddler On The Roof
19 februari 2025 · 49 min
Alexandra (Al) Silber, an international actress, singer, and author, joins us this week on People Jew Wanna Know Podcast to reflect on her upbringing, career, and Jewish soul. Lees meer
In an emotional and almost poetic episode, Al discusses the themes of life purpose, grief, love, and Jewish vitality. For years, Al had held roles in various productions of Fiddler on the Roof, and coming from a multi-faith family, she discusses how she reclaimed her Jewish identity through theater and performance.
Follow Al on Instagram @alsilbs and check out her website at www.alexandrasilber.net
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
05:41 Al Silber's story - the common thread between emotion, theater, & being Jewish!
20:30 On Jewish assimilation
23:45 Our Class - a monumental play
34:20 What is it like to be a Jewish performer post Oct 7th?
35:20 What is After Anatevka about?
46:08 What does Al wish she knew sooner?
47:58 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Dating by Delaney - How One Woman Is Disrupting Jewish Matchmaking
12 februari 2025 · 56 min
On the week of Valentine's Day, Margarita interviews Delaney Fox who is a young, hip, and up and coming Jewish matchmaker. Lees meer
An entrepreneur at heart, Delaney is looking to revolutionize Jewish matchmaking by changing how it's done and what it costs.
Follow Delaney on Instagram @datingbydelaney and join her pool of 1000+ proud Jews.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
14:00 Who is Delaney & how did she become a matchmaker?
19:00 Delaney's highly unique matchmaking process
31:22 Is a man not paying for a woman on a first date a deal breaker?
33:43 How Delaney is shaking up matchmaker compensation
47:03 One of Delaney's favorite pieces of dating advice
54:04 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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Let's Get This Bread - Keith Cohen of Orwashers
7 februari 2025 · 42 min
In a deliciously fun episode, Margarita interviews Keith Cohen, Owner of Orwashers Bakery. Orwashers is an iconic NYC Jewish bakery that's been around for 100+ years. Lees meer
Together, they discuss the spirit of entrepreneurship, Keith's lessons on doing business, his Jewish identity, and of course, all things baked goods.
Make sure to visit Orwashers in NYC, and follow them on Instagram @orwashers . If you go, get the apple & honey cake (Margarita's recommendation).
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
03:53 Who is Keith Cohen & how did he come to own Orwashers?
12:15 Margarita's story about unethical business from Cargill
17:14 NYC's Jewish food culture - what's going on?
22:07 What is Keith's desired business do-over?
25:34 Has anything changed for Orwashers since Oct 7th?
31:00 Yet another rant on college campuses & antisemitism
39:34 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination (+ best baked goods at Orwashers)