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Dr. Mayim Bialik: celebrated actor, neuroscientist, bestselling author, and one of the loudest, proudest Jewish voices in Hollywood. She has been protested, threatened, dropped by sponsors, and excluded from liberal organizations she marched for — all for being openly Jewish. She's here to talk about it!
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How familiar are you with the history of Jewish communities in Arab countries?
I recently came across a thoughtful video from David and History for the Ages, a history professor, exploring the history of Jewish communities in the Arab World. It is a topic that is often overlooked in mainstream historical narratives. Thought it may be helpful for you all to take a look.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/CRY9KWywIy8
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https://youtu.be/LaJQSLPoId0 - This week's guest, Yochai Sponder, is an Israeli comedian who had several shows canceled simply for being Israeli. Have you ever been somewhere that made you feel uncomfortable for being Jewish?
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 22
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https://youtu.be/3E0kJUAKN-Q - This week's guest, Jamie Lynn Sigler, basically grew up on screen, in The Sopranos, but have you seen the show?
New episode with Meadow Soprano herself — Jamie-Lynn Sigler — is out NOW. Jewish identity, living with MS, October 7th, and her amazing new book - https://youtu.be/3E0kJUAKN-Q
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 17
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You asked, and we listened.
We are excited to share Jonah's highly praised 3-part monologue as a single piece. We hope you engage with it, let us know what you think, and please share it with all the people in your life who need to see this today.
Shabbat Shalom Fam!
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What does it take to build a billion-dollar empire from nothing?
Harley Finkelstein — President of Shopify, grandchild of Holocaust survivors, and one of Canada's most unapologetically proud Jews — sat down with Jonah and gave us one of the most powerful episodes we've ever recorded. 🎙️
He talked about the moment protesters tried to drown out his speech at the opening of a Chabad Centre he'd promised to build 18 years earlier as a broke law student. He talked about why staying "below the radar" is no longer an option for Jewish people. And he broke down the single word that connects every great Jewish entrepreneur he's ever interviewed.
That word? Grit.
This one hit different. Full episode is live now. 👇
1 month ago | [YT] | 6
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Hey friends — Jonah stopped by CNN’s The Story Is to share some of what we’ve been hearing in our conversations on the Being Jewish Podcast.
We talked about how many Jewish Americans — especially Persian Jews in Los Angeles — are thinking about the Iran conflict, rising antisemitism, and the complicated political moment our community is navigating.
Take a look and let us know your thoughts in the comments 💬
3 months ago | [YT] | 29
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BIG NEWS! 🥂✡️
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Be a part of the movement. Be the light. 🕯️
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Jonah Platt sits down with Eli Sharabi, who survived 491 days in Hamas captivity.
Eli shares the raw, moving story of his survival after being taken from Kibbutz Be’eri—from the "father-son" bond he formed with fellow hostage Alon Ohel to the daily gratitude practice that kept his spirit alive in the tunnels.
This is a masterclass in resilience and the power of the Jewish soul. Eli’s journey from the darkness of Gaza back to the light is a miracle you need to hear.
#BeingJewish #EliSharabi #October7 #Resilience #AmYisraelChai #Podcast
5 months ago | [YT] | 35
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Can $1 a day change the world? 🌍✨
Jonah sat down with the "Mensch of Mensches," Dr. Jonathan Donath, for an episode that will completely shift how you think about generosity.
Dr. Donath is the founder of Daily Giving, an incredible platform that automates a simple "Mitzvah" (good deed) of just one dollar every single day. What started as a small epiphany has grown into a movement that has distributed nearly $27 million to over 75 Jewish causes worldwide!
📺 Watch the full episode now and 🎁 Join the movement @ dailygiving.org/
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