Being Jewish with Jonah Platt

4d ago

Can we change the world with just ONE dollar? In this inspiring episode of '30 Minute Mensches,' Jonah talks to Dr. Jonathan Donath, founder and president of Daily Giving, the grassroots online platform that has turned daily donations of just $1 into almost $27 million distributed to over 75 Jewish causes worldwide. Dr. Donath shares the epiphany that led him to start Daily Giving, the importance of working the daily giving “muscle”, and the organization’s growth journey. A true mensch, Dr. Donath’s appeal will have you racing to sign up so that you too can feel the joy of philanthropy, unity, and the transformative power of giving. Discussed topics include: The Near Death Experience of a Rabbi that Inspired Daily Giving The Big Impact of Many Small Mitzvahs Stories of Daily Giving’s Work Mel Robbins and Why Immediate Action is Important Chasing Balance in Life Comedian Elon Gold’s Viral Moment for Daily Giving Nonprofit Operational Challenges and Growth Who Are Some Partner Organizations (75+) and Why A big thank you to Daily Giving MENTIONS Joint Effort Chiropractic Non-surgical spinal decompression therapy Rabbi Alon Anava and His Near Death Experience Elon Gold Daily Giving Promo Daily Giving Beneficiary Organizations Mel Robbins on taking action Magen David Adom United Hatzalah Chai Lifeline Ohel One Mitzvah a Day JFNA Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Jonah on: Instagram - @JonahPlatt X - @JonahPlatt Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish Written and Hosted by Jonah Platt, Executive Producers: Steve Hein, Jonah Platt, Chief Business Officer: Kenyon Laing, Story Producer: Sasha Nelson, Associate Producer: Emma Webb, Production Manager/Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild, Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, Production Associates: Rachel Stern, Charlie Zuker, YouTube Consultants: Jason Al-Samarrie & Zac Stein, Post Production by TIMEWEAVER, Creative Director: F. Brian Scofield, ACE, Lead Editor: Noam Klement, Editor: Gray Clevenger, Joe King. Graphic Designer: Noah Bell, Theme Music by Gabriel Mann, Performed by Jonah Platt

6d ago

It’s Hanukkah! In this cozy episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt , Jonah is joined by culinary expert, social media darling, and New York Times -bestselling cookbook author Jake Cohen for a conversation about Jewish food, ritual, and the unifying power of gathering around the table. Known for zhuzhing up traditional Jewish cuisine with a distinctly modern yet reverent flair, Jake reflects on how food has become his spiritual practice and creative outlet for expressing Jewish identity. Jake shares how hosting Shabbat dinners became his primary avenue to building community and all the celebrity pals he has welcomed to his table, from Benny Blanco to Shoshana Bean to Katie Couric to Isaac Mizrahi. He opens up about his journey from being a self-described “High Holiday Jew” to becoming a leading voice in contemporary Jewish food culture, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, hospitality, and incorporating Jewish values into everyday life. The conversation also touches on Jake’s three best-selling cookbooks — Jew-ish, I Could Nosh and Dinner Party Animal — which aim to make Jewish cooking accessible, joyful, and inviting to Jews and non-Jews alike. Jonah and Jake explore the intersection of Jewish and queer identity, the importance of inviting dissenting opinions to your dinner table, how to host an epic dinner party, and Jake’s hopes for a more connected and peaceful future. It’s an episode filled with comfort, laughter, and the unmistakable warmth of Hanukkah. A special thank you to this episode’s sponsor: American Friends of the Hebrew University and the podcast The View From Mount Scopus MENTIONS Dinner Party Animal: Recipes to Make Every Day a Celebration Jake Cohen Instagram Jake Cohen Tiktok Jake Cohen Website The Seleucide Empire Hanukkah Antisemitism vs. Purim Antisemitism Hellenism and Judaism The Surprising Origin of The Dreidel Jonah @ The Big Shabbat The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center The Big Shabbat Joan Nathan Adeena Sussman Ethiopian Jewish Chef and Restaurateur Beejhy Barhany on Her New Cookbook, “Gursha” Tsion Cafe Jew-Ish: A Cookbook Jake Cohen Saveur Articles Nanny’s Rosh Hashanah Apple Cake OneTable Murray’s Cheese Evan Ross Katz Adam Eli Tokin’ Jew Lemon Sumac x Jake Cohen Quick Challah Recipe Demo in Under 1 Minute! “The Nanny” Is the Kind of Celebratory, Unabashed Representation Jewish Women Deserve Watch Curb Your Enthusiasm I Could Nosh: Classic Jew-ish Recipes Revamped for Every Day―Modern Jewish Recipes for Everyday Noshing Left Behind – A Project Opening up Little-Known Holocaust Histories as well as New Tools Jews of Liège under the Occupation (1940-1944) Jake Cohen and Benny Blanco bagel Instagram post Curb Your Enthusiasm “Bad Middling” Scene These New Yorkers were in Israel when the war with Iran began. Here’s how they made it home. Which three celebrities are living together in New York? Alex Edelman Benj Pasek Shoshana Bean Judy Gold Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Jonah on: Instagram - @JonahPlatt X - @JonahPlatt Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Jonah on: Instagram - @JonahPlatt X - @JonahPlatt Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish Written and Hosted by Jonah Platt, Executive Producers: Steve Hein, Jonah Platt, Chief Business Officer: Kenyon Laing, Production Manager/Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild, Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, Production Associates: Rachel Stern, Charlie Zuker, Production Interns: Sasha Nelson, Emma Webb, YouTube Consultants: Jason Al-Samarrie & Zac Stein, Post Production by TIMEWEAVER, Creative Director: F. Brian Scofield, ACE, Lead Editor: Noam Klement, Editor: Gray Clevenger, Joe King. Graphic Designer: Noah Bell, Theme Music by Gabriel Mann, Performed by Jonah Platt

Dec 9

In this thought-provoking episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt , Jonah sits down with world-renowned philosopher, author, and war correspondent Bernard-Henri Lévy (known as BHL) for an insightful conversation about the meaning of Jewish solidarity after October 7th and the collapse of moral reasoning in the West. Drawing on five decades spent on the frontlines of conflicts from Bosnia to Bangladesh, Lévy reflects on the role of the witness, the fragility of democracy, and the shattering implications of October 7th. From Hamas to ISIS, Sudan to Ukraine, BHL draws sharp parallels between the world’s genocidal movements and the West’s habit of resisting them “just enough to help the victims survive, but never enough to let them win.” Together, Jonah and BHL explore the central arguments of his new book, Israel Alone : Israel’s unprecedented isolation, the return of antisemitism dressed in the language of antizionism, and the collapse of ethical reasoning on university campuses and in public life. BHL speaks candidly about why jihadist groups must be militarily defeated, how antisemitism differs from other forms of racism, the challenges of Jewish life in France, and why Israel’s democracy remains a modern miracle, despite being tested by decades of war. In the episode they discuss: Iranian Missile Attacks and Global Reactions The Necessity of Defeating Hamas The Defeat of Al Qaeda and Isis BHL’s time in Afghanistan and Rwanda The Resilience of Israeli Society Diverse Communities in Israel Understanding Antisemitism Antizionism as the Only “Acceptable” Form of Modern Antisemitic The Role of Hate in Human History Criticism vs. Antisemitism Sudan's Genocide and Racist War #BernardHenriLevy #BHL #JonahPlatt #BeingJewishPodcast #IsraelAlone #JewishIdentity #Antisemitism #October7 #MoralClarity #Philosophy #HumanRights #Israel #JewishPeople Thank you to this episodes sponsor, The Dream Raffle. https://thedreamraffle.com/ Please support the podcast and become a member (join the Kahillah) to get exclusive benefits. https://beingjewishpodcast.com/community Mentioned In The Episode: Bernard-Henri Levy Instagram Bernard-Henri Levy YouTube Bernard-Henri Levy Facebook Bernard-Henri Lévy Israel Alone The Genius of Judaism The Bloodlands of Africa - by Bernard-Henri Lévy ‘A very bad year’: Despite Gaza truce, academic boycotts pile on, threatening Israel’s future Flare-Burning Protesters Disrupt Israel Philharmonic Concert in Paris, Four Arrested US helps defend Israel from Iranian missile attack France says it intercepted drones targeting Israel during Iran war Israel: A Democracy Like No Other in the Middle East Myth: Israel is an “apartheid state.” Hamas Is Weakened But Not Defeated — The Truth Behind Gaza’s Ceasefire Al Qaeda: Background, Current Status, and U.S. Policy Iraqi Forces Liberate Mosul From ISIS How Qatar became Trump’s key ally in his Middle East peace efforts Antisemitism in America: My Campus Tour Bernard-Henri Lévi tweet from Hostage Square The 6-Day War Algerian War Weimar Republic Kings (Melachim) In France, Bernard-Henri Lévy fights a lonely battle on behalf of a solitary Israel Rwanda genocide of 1994 Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Jonah on: Instagram - @JonahPlatt X - @JonahPlatt Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish

Dec 4

Jonah hosts an insightful conversation with Israeli-American Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern, a Harvard-affiliated clinical psychologist and renowned trauma expert, about her experiences growing up in Israel during times of conflict and how they shaped her career in trauma and mental health. She explains her groundbreaking work on the concept of 'traumatic invalidation' in the Jewish community after October 7th, and the importance of recognizing and addressing this community trauma on an individual level. They discuss her shift to advocacy post-October 7th, and her role with Parents for Peace, a non-profit aimed at radicalization prevention. The episode highlights the crucial need of better mental health support, both for the Jewish community and the wider population, as a means to prevent radicalization, combat hatred, and foster resilience. It provides insights on how to effectively fight hate and radicalization through a combination of education, psychological understanding, and policy change. In the episode they discuss: Dr. Miri Bar Halpern’s Israeli childhood during the Gulf War and Second Intifada Her Personal Journey with Inherited Trauma Her Groundbreaking Article on “Traumatic Invalidation” in the Jewish Community Combating Radicalization with Parents for Peace Our Stories Matter Podcast Anti-Jew Hate as the Common Denominator in Radicalization Prevention and Intervention techniques Please support the podcast and become a member (join the Kahillah) to get exclusive benefits. https://beingjewishpodcast.com/community Mentioned in the episode: Miri Bar-Halpern Instagram Dr. Bar Halpern Website Traumatic Invalidation Research Article (co-authored by Dr. Bar-Halpern) Jonah on “Our Stories Matter” Podcast Parents for Peace What is the second intifada? What are epigenetics? Criteria of Traumatic Invalidation Dr. Marsha Linehan Melanie Harned Martin Bohus Massachusetts Teachers Association's (MTA) Anti-Israel, Anti-Jewish Resources Remain. Head of Parents for Peace Myrieme Churchill Nearly 40% of Jewish Medical Professional Report Exposure to Antisemitism Trauma Informed Learning Alliance Yasmine Mohammed Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Jonah on: Instagram - @JonahPlatt X - @JonahPlatt Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish Written and Hosted by Jonah Platt, Executive Producers: Steve Hein, Jonah Platt, Chief Business Officer: Kenyon Laing, Story Producer: Sasha Nelson, Associate Producer: Emma Webb, Production Manager/Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild, Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, Production Associates: Rachel Stern, Charlie Zuker, YouTube Consultants: Jason Al-Samarrie & Zac Stein, Post Production by TIMEWEAVER, Creative Director: F. Brian Scofield, ACE, Lead Editor: Noam Klement, Editor: Gray Clevenger, Joe King. Graphic Designer: Noah Bell, Theme Music by Gabriel Mann, Performed by Jonah Platt

Dec 2

In this landmark 50th episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt , Jonah celebrates the milestone with his wife, Courtney Ann Platt (Glee, So You Think You Can Dance, Rock of Ages) , the world-class dancer, television star, and multiple sclerosis advocate whose journey into Judaism has become a defining part of the traditions and values in their home. From growing up Italian Catholic in New York to becoming a Jewish mother raising three young Platts, Courtney opens up about the turning points that reshaped her life. With humor and candor, Courtney and Jonah revisit the early days of their relationship, the emotional path of Courtney’s Orthodox conversion, and their commitment to blending two traditions under one roof, from negotiating Christmas celebrations to creating a home where Jewish values are woven into everyday life. Courtney also reflects on motherhood, the visceral awakening she felt after October 7th, and how becoming part of the Jewish people changed her understanding of community, resilience, and responsibility. The conversation touches on spirituality, loss, MS, and what it means to both choose and defend your identity. This milestone episode is a celebration of love, tradition, and the family Courney and Jonah have built together. It’s an intimate look at what it means to choose Judaism, and to choose each other. Other Topics Include: The Story of How Jonah and Courtney Met Doing HAIR at the Hollywood Bowl Jonah and Courtney’s First Date & First “I Love You” How and When to Bring Up “The Conversion Convo” Conversion to Judaism: The Process and Challenges Protecting Jewish Identity Post-October 7th Jewish Day School vs. Hebrew School How Jonah Learned to Love Christmas! How Grief Affects Our Faith in God The Losses of Courtney’s SYTYCD brothers, Stephen “Twitch” Boss & Joshua Allen Courtney’s Life with MS (multiple sclerosis) Please support the podcast and become a member (join the Kahillah) to get exclusive benefits. https://beingjewishpodcast.com/community Mentioned In The Episode: Courtney Ann Platt Instagram Unstoppable: How Professional Dancer Courtney Platt Has Redefined Success While Navigating Society With Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis Glee (Disney+) Hit the Floor (Apple TV) Rock of Ages (Apple TV) Camp Rock Two (Disney+) Adam Shankman L.A. Theater Review: ‘Hair’ at the Hollywood Bowl Angelini Osteria & Alimentari Camp Ramah in California Vatican City The Rich History of Mall Santas What Happens on the Day of Conversion Knicks City Dancers So You Think You Can Dance (Prime Video) Why Bat Mitzvahs (and other parties) need a dance motivator BJJP Tiffany Haddish What Is Rosh Hashanah Ohr Torah Stone The Mikvah What is Niddah? Why do Jewish Women Wear Wigs? Tattooing in Jewish Law The Blessing of Unplugging Why Fast on Yom Kippur? Why do we Wear a Kippah? October 13, 2024 “Day of Jihad” Being Jewish: Together Mosaic Shabbat Honeymoon Israel Joshua Allen, ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ season 4 winner, dies in train accident Remembering Marc Becker What is Kavanah ? Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish Written and Hosted by Jonah Platt, Executive Producers: Steve Hein, Jonah Platt, Chief Business Officer: Kenyon Laing, Production Manager/Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild, Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, Production Associates: Rachel Stern, Charlie Zuker, Production Interns: Sasha Nelson, Emma Webb, YouTube Consultants: Jason Al-Samarrie & Zac Stein, Post Production by TIMEWEAVER, Creative Director: F. Brian Scofield, ACE, Lead Editor: Noam Klement, Editor: Gray Clevenger, Joe King. Graphic Designer: Noah Bell, Theme Music by Gabriel Mann, Performed by Jonah Platt

Nov 25

It’s Turkey Time! In this warm and wonderfully flavorful Thanksgiving episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt , Jonah sits down with Duff Goldman — celebrity pastry chef, bestselling cookbook author, Food Network Icon, and beloved host of shows like Ace of Cakes, Kids Baking Championship, Buddy vs. Duff, and Duff’s Happy Fun Bake Time. Together, they dig into the stories and traditions that shaped Duff’s life long before he became America’s favorite baker. Duff opens up about his personal experiences with anti-Jew bigotry in New England, and how that deepened his connection to Jewish culture, family, and food. They discuss the joys and challenges of Duff’s professional achievements as a master baker, from mentoring young bakers on television to navigating the pressure of high-profile baking competitions. Duff also discusses his upcoming venture — Duff's Deli and Market, opening soon in the Atlanta airport — and his philosophy on food, tradition, and community. Duff shares heartfelt reflections on his recovery from a devastating car accident, and his commitment to tzedakah This episode is a celebration of resilience, tradition, and the Jewish roots behind Duff’s irresistible warmth and artistry. It’s a perfect blend of heart, humor, and holiday spirit. Topics Include: Duff’s love of “Tzedakah”, the Jewish value of Charity Duff’s multicultural Passover Seders & Thanksgiving Dinners Kids Baking Championship Insights The Birth of the iconic Charm City Cakes Jewish-Themed Cakes and Duff's Deli Thanksgiving Traditions and Family This episode is supported by The Dream Raffle . Win a Jerusalem dream home! Please support the podcast and become a member (join the Kahillah) to get exclusive benefits. https://beingjewishpodcast.com/community Mentioned In The Episode: Duff Goldman Instagram Duff Goldman Youtube Duff Goldman “Tzedakah” Page Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza by Peter Beinart Inside the Tunnels of Gaza The Story of Purim When Jon Stewart and Peter Beinart Threw Isreal Under the Bus Save A Child’s Heart Jacqueline Winch (Duff Goldman’s Artist Mom) Here’s Who Won the Food Network’s First Ever Hanukkah Cooking Challenge Duff Goldman Injured in Crash Allegedly Caused by Drunk Driver Kids Baking Championship (Hulu) Charm City Cakes Ace of Cakes Duff’s Favorite Spots “Best Things I Ever Ate” Edmart Deli Closed Foie Grock's Chefs Bruce Kalman & Duff Goldman (YouTube) Silver Yad Duff’s Deli and Market - Atlanta Japan's ancient art of taiko drumming Japanese Koto Manzanar War Relocation Center Michael Voltaggio Duff’s Food on Goldbelly Michael Cimarusti Russ and Daughters Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Jonah on: Instagram - @JonahPlatt X - @JonahPlatt Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish Written and Hosted by Jonah Platt, Executive Producers: Steve Hein, Jonah Platt, Chief Business Officer: Kenyon Laing, Production Manager/Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild, Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, Production Associates: Rachel Stern, Charlie Zuker, Production Interns: Sasha Nelson, Emma Webb, YouTube Consultants: Jason Al-Samarrie & Zac Stein, Post Production by TIMEWEAVER, Creative Director: F. Brian Scofield, ACE, Lead Editor: Noam Klement, Editor: Gray Clevenger, Joe King. Graphic Designer: Noah Bell, Theme Music by Gabriel Mann, Performed by Jonah Platt

Nov 20

In this uplifting episode, Jonah speaks with Jean-Claude Nkulikiyimfura, the Executive Director of the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village (ASYV) in Rwanda. ASYV was founded to support orphans of the Rwandan genocide, providing a holistic education model rooted in Jewish principles like Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) and Tikkun Ha Lev (repairing the heart). Jonah has a personal connection, having volunteered there soon after college. Jean-Claude (JC) and Jonah discuss the Youth Village's success in preparing students for adulthood, which a recent Tulane University study highlights with impressive outcomes, including high rates of college placement and employment. The conversation covers impactful initiatives like the Inheritance Theater Project, which empowers young women, and the broader context of societal healing in post-genocide Rwanda. Jean-Claude also shares his personal experience as a refugee and details the future vision of ASYV, including the "Anything is Possible" campaign aimed at sustaining and expanding their vital mission. The conversation covers: The Founding and Mission of Aga Shalom Youth Village Welcoming the Executive Director: Jean Claude's Journey Jewish Principles and the Vision for A SYV The Impact of A SYV: Programs and Success Stories Tulane University Study: Proving the Concept Scaling Deep: The Future of ASYV Gender Equity and the Inheritance Theater Project Rwanda's Transformation: From Genocide to Progress The Anything is Possible Campaign Please support the podcast and become a member (join the Kahillah) to get exclusive benefits. https://beingjewishpodcast.com/community Mentioned In The Episode: JC socials: Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village Instagram JC Linkedin Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village Facebook Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village The Anything is Possible Campaign at ASYV Jewish Principle Tikkun Olam Ann Heyman, Founder of Agahzo-Shalom Yemen Alt Youth Service Dr. Chaim Peri ASYV Study with Tulane University Scaling Deep Bates College 1994 Rwanda Genocide Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Jonah on: Instagram - @JonahPlatt X - @JonahPlatt Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish Written and Hosted by Jonah Platt, Executive Producers: Steve Hein, Jonah Platt, Chief Business Officer: Kenyon Laing, Story Producer: Sasha Nelson, Associate Producer: Emma Webb, Production Manager/Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild, Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, Production Associates: Rachel Stern, Charlie Zuker, YouTube Consultants: Jason Al-Samarrie & Zac Stein, Post Production by TIMEWEAVER, Creative Director: F. Brian Scofield, ACE, Lead Editor: Noam Klement, Editor: Gray Clevenger, Joe King. Graphic Designer: Noah Bell, Theme Music by Gabriel Mann, Performed by Jonah Platt

Nov 18

In this spirited and emotional episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, Broadway legend Seth Rudetsky — actor, pianist, musical director, SiriusXM host (Seth’s Big Fat Broadway, Seth Speaks), comedy writer, and tireless advocate — joins Jonah for an honest conversation about the deep history of Jewish contributions to Broadway. They discuss the rise of anti-Jewish and anti-Israel sentiment in the arts world, and the creations of the Jewish Broadway Alliance, a grassroots effort Seth launched in the wake of October 7th. Drawing from decades on stage and behind the piano, Seth opens up about the challenges of Jewish advocacy, the shock of Broadway’s silence that drove him to speak up, and the emotional weight of organizing initiatives like the Broadway-hosted hostage video and Broadway Shabbat. Seth and Jonah also delve into the highlights from Rudetsky's extraordinary career — from hosting Stars in the House during the COVID-19 pandemic to his concerts for social justice causes — and his dream of creating new educational content celebrating Jewish history through music. This conversation is a celebration of Jewish creativity and the deep-rooted bond between Jewish artists and the Broadway stage. And if you listen through to the end, you’ll find a special surprise that captures the spirit, heart, and joy that Seth brings to every room he enters. The Importance of Jewish Influence on Broadway Introducing the Special Episode and Guest Seth Advocacy and Jewish Identity The Impact of October 7th on Seth Forming the Jewish Broadway Alliance Challenges and Support in the Broadway Community Broadway Shabbat and Jewish Joy Concerts and Fundraising for Social Justice Stars in the House: A COVID-Time Initiative Cameron Crowe's Scaled-Down Broadway Production Supporting a One-Man Show: Ariel Stachel's Story Jewish Upbringing and Summer Camp Memories Five Deep Questions with Seth Rudetsky Grand Finale: A Musical Performance This episode is supported by Berkeley Mosha , a Jewish co-housing community in California. Mentioned: Seth Rudetsky Instagram Seth Rudetsky Career Jewish Broadway Alliance YouTube SiriusXM On Broadway Seth’s Big Fat Broadway Cruise Entertainment Community Fund Seth’s Posts after October 7th Broadway community “Bring Them Home” song for the Hostages Broadway for Orlando “What the World Needs Now” Broadway for Biden/Harris Inauguration Black Theater United Stars in the House YouTube Jack Plotnick Shabbat on Broadway Amanda Lipitz Julie Benko Sings “Tomorrow” - Hanukkah on Broadway Everything’s Coming Up Moses by Rachel Shukert: A Biblical Fable based on GYPSY United Voices For Change AJC: 5 Facts About Jewish Connection to Israel Zionism has become a 'bad' word. It is anything but. Jewish Broadway Alliance with Roz Rothstein Jewish Broadway Alliance with Ritchie Torres Defining Antizionism Dreamgirls Reunion (Stars In The House) Congregation Beit Simchat Torah Help is on the Way - David Friedman Concert for America Cornell Brooks Grey’s Anatomy on Stars In The House 30 Rock Special Stars In The House Maui Wildfires of 2023 Stars in the House Offers Avenue Q Sing Through August 24 to Raise Funds for Hawaii Wildfire Victims Ari’el Stachel Ari’el Stachel’s play, Other Ariel Stachel videos about Jewish identity Camp Hillel USDAN Summer Camp Duck Sauce - Barbra Streisand Varla Jean Merman’s Stonewall Birthright Israel People Moving Back to Kibbutz Nir Oz Dr. Noam Wiesman on Being Jewish Van Jones on Being Jewish Neshama App What I’ve Learnt Podcast Trybal Gatherings Magen David Adom Testigos Del Terror Leah Soibel on Being Jewish Fuente Latina_ BBYO Mountain Region The Big Shabbat Watch Being Jewish on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter: bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter For Sponsorships, please email: jonahplattinfo@gmail.com To contact us & all things BJJP: www.BeingJewishPodcast.com Follow Being Jewish on: Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast TikTok - @BeingJewish