I Read Peter Beinart’s Book So You Don’t Have To and “Ace of Cakes” Duff Goldman

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