Can We Talk?
Jewish Women's ArchiveIn each episode of Can We Talk?, the Jewish Women’s Archive features stories and conversations about Jewish women and the issues that shape our public and private lives. Visit us at jwa.org.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 163 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismDocumentaryReligion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture | |||
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While the podcast is on summer hiatus, we're listening back to some of our favorite Can We Talk? episodes. First up, an episode from 2020 called Coming of Age with Judy Blume. To mark the 50th anniversary of the iconic novel Are you There God, It's M... more
Sheket bevakasha! We're in the thick of summer, so we're talking about—what else?—camp! In this special summer episode, Nahanni, Judith, and Jen talk about The Floaters, a fun new movie set at a Jewish summer camp, and how the film fit—or didn't—with... more
In this episode of Can We Talk?, Jen Richler, Nahanni Rous, and Judith Rosenbaum recap the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 podcast seasons, revisiting episodes about a Jewish woman in a Japanese internment camp, America’s first TV mom, a Tel Aviv–Ramallah ... more
Sari Bashi’s memoir Upside Down Love chronicles the tumultuous early years of her relationship with Osama (a pseudonym for the man she eventually marries). Sari is an Israeli Jewish woman and Osama is Palestinian. The book is set between Tel Aviv, wh... more
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- A Treasure!
Loved both episodes I have listened to so far: Golda Meir and Jean Carroll. So informative, interesting, entertaining, and enlightening, in episodes of the perfect length. Looking forward to exploring many more!
Apple Podcasts5Kate Morgan Reade
United States2 years ago - Ronya rocked!
Thanks for featuring the interview with Ronya. What a powerful and fascinating woman!
Apple Podcasts5Thea's sister RoniUnited States2 years ago - Blown away
What an interesting and well produced podcast
I have been listening non stop since finding it. You don’t have to be a women or Jewish to enjoy this podcast because it’s a really good show with great topic but, being both, I enjoy it all the more so !
Apple Podcasts5Dani Malkin
South Africa4 years ago - Makes me feel not alone
I learn a lot listening to this show, and it makes me feel more a part of a Jewish community than I’ve felt lately. Thank you for all that you do!
Apple Podcasts5ohthewhomanityUnited States5 years ago - Yay
Love this pod so much
Apple Podcasts5ashkenaziUnited States6 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #195 | United States/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #90 |  Italy/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #150 |  Germany/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #188 |  Australia/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #2 |  Ireland/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  New Zealand/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
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What is Can We Talk? about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Listeners are drawn to 1) thoughtful explorations of Jewish women's history, culture, and identity, often through biographical deep-dives, memoirs, and memory projects, and 2) discussions that connect personal stories to broader social, political, and cultural issues—from antisemitism and feminism to Israeli–Palestinian dynamics and representation in media. The show often features expert guests, scholars, journalists, and cultural figures who illuminate complex topics with nuance, memory, and humor. A notable strength is its mix of historical context, contemporary relevance, and personal storytelling, which helps audiences see how past and present intersect in Jewish life. The format tends to be well-researched, thoughtfully produced, and a... more
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Can We Talk? launched 11 years ago and published 163 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 Can We Talk? include:
1. Shalvah Lazarus
2. Ma'ayan Rosenbaum
3. Shai Korman
4. Sari Bashi
5. Hadley Freeman
6. Mark Oppenheimer
7. Roya Hakakian
8. Rachael Cerrotti
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