Episodes
In this ep we talk to DJ Rabbi Darkside AKA Sam Sellers! Formerly a member of The Lesson, Rabbi Darkside has spent many years as a "cultural ambassador" helping educate and bring people together through music. Plus we talk about Holocaust Remembrance Day, and how it can inform what's happening around the world today. Follow @RabbiDarkside at https://www.rabbidarkside.com Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 04/09/21
In this episode Jonathan and Jordon interview David Packouz about the film War Dogs, which is based on his true life experiences as an international arms dealer. We also talk about Jewish superheroes, antisemitism statistics, and the recent exodus of Jews from Yemen. Check out http://beatbuddy.com AND https://instafloss.com for more info Check out our Patreon for extended interviews! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 04/01/21
In this episode we welcome Rabbi Sam Reinstein to talk about his new book "The Haggadah About Nothing: The (unofficial) Seinfeld Haggadah."  We also talk about the evolution of Jewish conspiracy theories and what Passover means to us! Get The Seinfeld Haggadah on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Haggadah-About-Nothing-Unofficial-Seinfeld/dp/0578832828 Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 03/26/21
In this Episode Jonathan and Jordon welcome comedian Talia Reese to the show to talk about her rise to the top of the orthodox Jewish comedy circuit! Plus we talk about Polish Jew Candles, Biden's new Antisemitism Envoy, and the newest Orthodox prospect in the NBA. Follow Talia @TaliaReeseComic and on FB We have extended interviews with many of our guests on Patreon!...
Published 03/19/21
In this episode Jonathan and Jordon talk with comedian and magician Harrison Greenbaum about how growing up with grandparents who survived the Holocaust has shaped his worldview. Plus we talk about the positives that can come out of a fight against antisemitism.  Follow Harrison @HarrisonComedy HarrisonGreenbaum.com Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 03/12/21
In this episode Jonathan and Jordon interview comedian and actor Adam Chisnall about his experiences as an extra Jew! Plus we talk about how important it is for Jews to stick together and be more inclusive in our fights against antisemitism. Follow Adam @TheAdamChisnall Make sure you check out our Patreon! We have extended interviews with many of our guests up! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 03/05/21
In this episode Jonathan and Jordon interview veteran comedian Barry Ribs! Plus we celebrate Purim by discussing Dutch Jew Cookies, tasteless SNL jokes and who gets to call themselves a Jew!  Follow Barry @BarryRibs  Check out his Patreon! Make sure you check out our Patreon! We have extended interviews with many of our guests up! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew Follow us @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast Check out  Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 02/26/21
In this episode Jonathan and Jordon interview Adrian Minkowicz to talk about his experience as an Argentinian Jew, PLUS we actually talk about a number of feel-good stories for once, highlighting the number of good people who helped save Jewish children during the holocaust.  Follow Adrian at https://theargentinean.com   Check out our Patreon! We have extended interviews up! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 02/19/21
In this episode we interview comedian Tyler Fischer to determine just how Jewish you need to be to get Jewish comedy bookings. Plus we talk The Mandalorian tightening its ranks, The Big Jewish Climate Change Festival and false prophets on display in Trumps impeachment trial. Follow Tyler @TyTheFisch Check out Tyler on YouTube! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew Follow us @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 02/12/21
In this episode, we sit down with comedian AND Rabbi Mike Fine to talk about the similarities between Judaism and comedy! Plus, despite Jewish Space Lasers, we managed to find a little good news this week when it comes to allies in the fight against antisemitism. Check out Mike at https://mikefinecomedy.com Sign up for our Patreon to get extended interviews! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew Follow us @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 02/05/21
Huzzah! In our 100th episode, we interview comedian Dante Nero! Dante gives us a more rounded perspective on relations between the Jewish and Black communities, as well as a history lesson on the nature of hatred and bigotry in general.  Plus, we commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, fitting for our 100th episode. Follow http://dantenero.com for more! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 01/29/21
In this episode we talk with comedian and Canadian Jew, Aaron Berg! We talk about his back and forth relationship with both the US and his Judaism. Plus we talk about this week's historic Jewish led presidential cabinet pics, and the dangers of re-defining antisemitism to include anti-Israeli policy sentiments. Follow Aaron's show IN HOT WATER Check out our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/americanjew Follow us @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 01/22/21
In this episode, we interview Valerie Scott about her time being the only gentile at a Jewish summer camp as we bestow honorary Jewish status to her. We also talk more about the abhorrent events that took place last week in DC, and the problems that come up when you deem anyone you disagree with of being a Nazi.  Make sure you check out our Patreon! We have extended interviews up!...
Published 01/15/21
In this episode we welcome comedian Jared Freid to talk about his Jewish experience growing up, and how it factors into his worldview. Plus we congratulate newly elected Jewish Senator Jon Ossoff! We also touch on the horrific acts that took place in Washington DC this week, and the problems on getting Kosher meat in Belgium. Follow @JaredFreid Listen to his podcasts The J-Train and U Up? We have a Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/americanjew Follow us! [email protected]
Published 01/08/21
Oh Boy! This week saw the end of the secular New Year, so Jonathan and Jordon took time to reflect on the ways this podcast has positive influenced our lives, and continued to help keep us connected to each other and our Judaism in the face of a year that kept so many of us apart. Subscribe to our Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/americanjew Follow us on Twitter @AmericanJewPod Follow us on Instagram: @AmericanJewPodcast Check out  Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 01/02/21
Merry Christmas from American Jew! Jonathan regales us with a story about performing at a Jewish birthday party in NJ, and we talk about the role of Jews in politics. Plus, no Jewish Christmas would be complete without ordering Chinese, so we got comedian Brian Jian to talk about his relationship with the Jewish community before he got into comedy! Follow Brian @JianBrian Twitter @AmericanJewPod Follow us @AmericanJewPodcast Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 12/25/20
In this episode, we talk about how antisemitism doesn't take any snow days, and about how all our favorite superheroes were created by Jews, and how they help educate people about the Jewish experience. Plus we welcome to the show veteran comedian Carole Montgomery, to talk about her Showtime Special "Funny Women of a Certain Age." Follow Carole @NationalMom Follow us on Instagram: @AmericanJewPodcast Check out  Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 12/18/20
Happy Hannukah! This year the festival of lights brings us possible UFO's, an Anne Frank memorial in Idaho is defaced, PLUS we welcome Canadian comedian Graham Kay to the show to talk about how his love for the Jewish people started generations ago! Check out Grahams Podcast "Autastic - A Comedians Guide To Autism" Follow Graham on IG @InstaGrahamKay Follow us on Instagram: @AmericanJewPodcast Check out  Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 12/11/20
The hits in 2020 keep on comin' as we mourn the death of a friend. We also talk about the Mensch of the Month calendar, more Soros conspiracy theories from Giuliani, and continued division between Cuomo and the Hassidic community in Brooklyn. Plus we welcome comedian Jason Anders to the show to talk about how he identifies more as a NYC public school kid than a Jew. Check out JasonAndors.com and follow him across social media @eltiguerevacano @AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 12/04/20
This week we discuss the bevy of Jewish legislators set to join the Biden administration, the continued difficulty of having a separation of church and state, and a brief talk about the recent UN vote on Palestinian statehood. Plus we talk to comedian Gianmarco Soresi about his Jewish and Italian upbringing! Follow him @GianmarcoSoresi Follow us on Twitter @AmericanJewPod Follow us on Instagram: @AmericanJewPodcast Check out  Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 11/27/20
This week we talk about another Jewish cemetery defaced, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's meddling in the Middle East, and a questionably feel good story about a German shop owner making amends for his grandparents involvement in the Holocaust. PLUS we update our Jewish dating profiles with the help of friend of the show Lis Stern! Follow Lis @MaggieBethVintage  @AmericanJewPod @AmericanJewPodcast Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 11/20/20
In this episode we discuss the Jewish influence in the Biden family, a renewed effort to rediscover the original meaning of the Swastika, and of course more on how to combat antisemitism in the Covid era. Plus, comedian and producer Upa, originally from former Soviet Union discusses her Jewish experience as a refugee in America. Follow Upa @UpaInSpace Check out the Coney Island Comedy Fest! Twitter @AmericanJewPod IG...
Published 11/13/20
In this episode, we break down the latest from this years election, and the troubling antisemitism that continues to be a part of Trumps base. Plus we talk to comedy club manager Joe Harrary about his Sephardic orthodox upbringing, and how it differs from the traditional Ashkenazi Jews most of us are familiar with. Follow Joe on IG @Ferris.McFly Check out Unlimited Lives Podcast! Twitter @AmericanJewPod IG: @AmericanJewPodcast Facebook.com/AmericanJewPodcast [email protected]
Published 11/06/20
In this episode, we praise the new Borat movie, as well as champion 4 Jewish candidates in this years Senate race! Plus, we talk about antisemitic protests around the country, and we talk with comedian Allan Fuks about circumcision and other ways that Jews manage to cut themselves off from the bigger picture! Follow Allan @AllanFuks Check out his sketches at Nightmare Fuel Comedy! Twitter @AmericanJewPod Instagram:...
Published 10/30/20
In this episode Jonathan and Jordon talk about the exodus of Jews from Europe, and a discussion about how the Orthodox community continues to spread its own kind of antisemitism. PLUS we welcome comedian Judy Gold to talk about the importance of standing up for yourself and your community. Her new book, "Yes, I Can Say That!" Is out now! Follow Judy @JewdyGold or go to https://judygold.com  Follow...
Published 10/23/20