Being Jewish with Jonah Platt
Jonah Platt // Jewish Identity, Culture, and Current EventsThe World's #1 Ranked Jewish Podcast! BJJP is your home for deeply candid conversations that illuminate the vast, beautiful, and often unexplored tapestry of Jewish identity, with notable Jews and allies alike. Hosted by award-winning advocate and actor Jonah Platt, a trusted expert in contemporary Jewish culture, identity, and current events, Being Jewish seeks to engage, educate, and empower lis... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 131 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismReligion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture | |||
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On the third anniversary of October 7th, Jonah delivers a powerful and deeply personal open letter to his non-Jewish friends, colleagues, and allies about what it means to stand with the Jewish people.
In this special solo episode of Being Jewish, J... more
Today we remember the 1,200 victims, the hostages, and the profound trauma of the October 7th terror attacks in Israel. We remember the loss of innocence and the incredible resilience of the Jewish people. We remember the hostages taken, the global r... more
What if the most dangerous lies about Jews are the ones we’ve been taught to believe?
Bestselling author Dara Horn returns to Being Jewish for a super-sized episode to discuss her new book The Final Solution to the Jewish Question and why she believ... more
What can a temporary hut teach us about living a meaningful life?
In this special Sukkot episode of Being Jewish, Jonah sits down with Rabbi Adam Greenwald to unpack one of Judaism’s most joyful, and perhaps most misunderstood holidays.
They explor... more
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- Love it!
Such an awesome podcast with a diverse range of voices! Definitely thought provoking and entertaining.
Audible5M.K.
United States3 months ago - Excellent Community Resource
Jonah has accomplished a wonderful thing with this podcast. The content is informative, uplifting, and goes a long way to strengthen and reinforce a sense of Jewish community and belonging. His monologues are incredible and I have literally clapped out loud at the end of some of them. Bravo to Jonah and the Being Jewish podcast team and much love from Israel!
Apple Podcasts5Kay Alma
Israel4 months ago - Keep coming back
Amazing, balanced and thoughtful podcast❤️
Apple Podcasts5Ana Carolina P Costa
Ireland4 months ago - Thanks for a great show
It's a pleasure to listen to every episode.
Keep on the great work.
Apple Podcasts5Tomer ShahafIsrael5 months ago - This is an amazing post!!
This podcast is a balm for the Jewish soul.
Jonah’s rants are brilliant and always inspiring and his guests are outstanding. I never miss a show!!
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Canada5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #2 | United States/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #70 | United States/Religion & Spirituality |
Apple Podcasts | #3 | Canada/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #4 |  United Kingdom/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #45 | Canada/Religion & Spirituality |
Apple Podcasts | #110 | United Kingdom/Religion & Spirituality |
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A thoughtful, identity-driven show that centers Jewish culture, politics, and community life through deeply personal conversations with a mix of Jewish luminaries, faith leaders, and allies. Episodes frequently explore interfaith dialogue, antisemitism, diaspora dynamics, and the role of humor and media in shaping Jewish identity, often pairing high-profile guests with practical discussions about education, community building, and social impact. The program stands out for blending intimate storytelling with timely, provocative topics, offering nuanced perspectives that appeal to listeners seeking authenticity, connection, and actionable ideas for engaging with Jewish life in a pluralistic world.
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Being Jewish launched 2 years ago and published 131 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Being Jewish include:
1. Rabbi Adam Greenwald
2. Mossab Hassan Yousef
3. Nadav Eyal
4. Bernard-Henri Lévy
5. Noa Tishby
6. Einat Wilf
7. Fleur Hassan-Nahoum
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