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Being Jewish with Jonah Platt

Jonah Platt
Jewish Identity
Anti-Semitism
Judaism
Israel
Antisemitism
Social Media
Discrimination
Anti-Jewish Inversion
Jewish Community
Cultural Understanding
Identity
Kamala Harris
Donald Trump
Music Industry
Cultural Heritage
Shortcut Empathy
Sukkot
October 7, 2023
Hamas
Black Community

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt is the hit weekly podcast that illuminates the vast, beautiful, and often unexplored tapestry of Jewish identity, through deeply honest and personal conversations with notable Jews and non-Jewish allies alike. Hosted by actor & advocate Jonah Platt, a trusted expert in contemporary Jewish culture, identity, and politics, Being Jewish seeks to engage, educate, and empo... more

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At this live “Being Jewish with Jonah Platt” event in San Diego, supported by Schusterman Family Philanthropies, Crown Family Philanthropies, and the Jim Joseph Foundation, Jonah Platt welcomes two influential spiritual leaders: Rabbi Sharon Brous, f... more

She converted to Judaism yesterday! Jonah Platt interviews transgender activist, Emmy-nominated TV writer-director (Transparent, American Horror Story, Pose), and musician Our Lady J (Yona Speidel), less than 24 hours after she formally converted to ... more

Jonah interviews Daniel Lubetzky, Mexican-American Jewish founder of KIND, Shark Tank investor, and longtime bridge-builder, about how his Holocaust-survivor father and Mexican Jewish upbringing shaped his commitment to connecting communities. Lubetz... more

In this delectable episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, Jonah records on location in Harlem, New York, at Tsion Café, America’s only Ethiopian-Israeli restaurant, for a conversation with owner and chef Beejhy Barhany about Ethiopian Jewish (Beta... more

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Recent Guests

Sharon Brous
Founding Rabbi of IKAR, egalitarian and music-forward community leader
IKAR
Episode: LIVE FROM SAN DIEGO! Rabbis Sharon Brous (IKAR) & David Ingber (Romemu/92NY)
David Ingber
Founding Rabbi of Romemu, egalitarian and embodied Jewish spirituality
Romemu
Episode: LIVE FROM SAN DIEGO! Rabbis Sharon Brous (IKAR) & David Ingber (Romemu/92NY)
Our Lady J
Trailblazing transgender activist, writer and director for TV shows, musician
Formerly involved in TV and music; recent convert to Judaism
Episode: The Ms. Rachel Monologue & THE 22-HOUR Jew, Trans TV Writer Our Lady J
Daniel Lubetzky
Founder of KIND, entrepreneur and philanthropist
KIND, Builders Movement, OneVoice
Episode: Jonah Does CNN and KIND Founder Daniel Lubetzky
Beejhy Barhany
Executive chef and proprietor of Tsion Café, Ethiopian Israeli restaurateur
Tsion Café
Episode: On Location with Ethiopian-Jewish Chef and Restaurateur Beejhy Barhany
AJ Edelman
Pilot and team captain, central figure in building the Israeli bobsled program
Israeli Bobsled Team
Episode: Is Israel an Ethnostate? And the 2026 Israeli Olympic Bobsled Team
Menachem Chen
Team member with background in rugby and track and field
Israeli Bobsled Team
Episode: Is Israel an Ethnostate? And the 2026 Israeli Olympic Bobsled Team
Ward Fawarsy
Druze Olympian, alternate and team member
Israeli Bobsled Team
Episode: Is Israel an Ethnostate? And the 2026 Israeli Olympic Bobsled Team
Omer Katz
Team member with background in CrossFit and national records
Israeli Bobsled Team
Episode: Is Israel an Ethnostate? And the 2026 Israeli Olympic Bobsled Team

Host

Jonah Platt
Host of a culture-forward interview series focused on Jewish identity, culture, and politics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Engaging for Jews and non Jews.

    I’m hooked. Each episode is entertaining, educational and inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pepper80202
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very important podcast!!

    This is such an informative podcast for the times!

    Great conversations and questions about topical topics!!

    Very well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jp mamma
    United Statesa month ago
  • Wonderful!

    Fantastic podcast - thank you Jonah for your insightful thoughts and interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KRL-NYC
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you!

    Your show is amazing! Thanks for spreading Jewish joy and truth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listener in Atl
    United Statesa month ago
  • Informative, comforting, entertaining

    A really fantastic show! Jonah shares his thoughtful perspective of what it’s like being Jewish in the world today with both global and personal perspectives. He never insults or bashes those he disagrees with, approaches his guests with humor and curiosity, and is a voice for good in the world. Everyone - Jew or gentile - should listen to this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MakeFitHappen
    United Statesa month ago

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Guests are diverse and bring important perspectives on Jewish life and global issues.
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Is Israel an Ethnostate? And the 2026 Israeli Olympic Bobsled Team
Q: What does it mean for you to represent Israel on the world stage?
It's a responsibility and a source of national pride that transcends personal accomplishment, tying athletic effort to the country's identity.
The Genocide Libel and Comedian Modi Rosenfeld
Q: What is your daily Jewish practice look like right now?
I wake up in the morning, I have a cup of water with lemon and then my coffee and I say the blessing and then do the negovassar.
L’Dor V’adorable is Back! And American-Israeli Cookbook Author Adeena Sussman
Q: What does ease mean for you in this chapter of your life, not just in the kitchen, but overall?
Trying not to please others too much, being comfortable in my identity both as a professional, as a cook, and as a Jewish person.
EMERGENCY MINI-POD! Behind Robert Kraft’s Blue Square Super Bowl Ad with Org President Adam Katz
Q: How effective was that, Brady, Snoop ad?
The ad led to a significant increase in social media engagement from the target audience, doubling followership on one channel focused on younger people.
EMERGENCY MINI-POD! Behind Robert Kraft’s Blue Square Super Bowl Ad with Org President Adam Katz
Q: How did you determine that this 140 million, that's the audience, that's the lane that you guys are going to drive in?
This audience was identified six years ago when Robert Kraft founded this organization, recognizing that they were being largely neglected by existing campaigns.

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What is Being Jewish about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, culture-forward show that centers Jewish identity through candid conversations with a wide range of guests. Episodes frequently explore diaspora experiences, Jewish history, culture, and politics, often weaving in personal narratives from chefs, athletes, comedians, scholars, and activists. The format consistently pairs a probing host with guests who offer both intimate reflections and broader perspectives, making it a strong fit for listeners seeking deeper understanding of Jewish life today, resilience in the face of anti-Semitism, and the ways culture, food, and humor intersect with identity. Notably, the show blends up-close storytelling with timely social and political context, often featuring guests who illuminate underr... more

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Recent guests on Being Jewish include:

1. Sharon Brous
2. David Ingber
3. Our Lady J
4. Daniel Lubetzky
5. Beejhy Barhany
6. AJ Edelman
7. Menachem Chen
8. Ward Fawarsy

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