Sababoosh
Jake GillisDiscover the people, sounds, and stories shaping modern Israel. Host Jake Gillis takes you beyond the headlines into real conversations with artists, thinkers, and changemakers. If you love smart storytelling, cultural deep dives, and surprising moments of connection — you’ll love Sababoosh.
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 45 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismReligion & Spirituality | |||
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What role does comedy play in a society under constant pressure? Can laughter do more than entertain—can it actually help people heal?
In this episode of Sababoosh, I sit down with Israeli stand-up comedian Yochay Sponder to explore the unique role ... more
Journalism in Israel doesn’t happen at a distance. It happens up close, in hallways, offices, and crowded Knesset corridors where everyone knows everyone — or at least knows someone who knows someone. Covering Israeli politics means being physically ... more
In this episode, we sit down with Joseph Cedar, director of the Oscar-nominated film, Footnote, to explore the world of Israeli cinema. From moral ambiguity to inventive storytelling, Cedar discusses what makes Israeli film uniquely compelling — how ... more
In this episode, we hear from Yonatan Nir as he explores how documentary film in Israel functions not only as storytelling, but as a therapeutic act.
Drawing on his work as a filmmaker and pioneer of docutherapy, he examines what happens when the c... more
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I’m amazed at how this show manages to get so many amazing guests. Every interview is absolutely fascinating. The new voices I’ve heard about across art, music, film, and media are enlightening and brilliant. Highly recommend.
Apple Podcasts5Aaron G-S
United Statesa year ago - A treat to listen to
Jake is a great interviewer - you can tell he doesn’t do this to hear himself speak; he is truly trying to provide a stage for the guest’s self revelation and exploration. You can tell the guest enjoys the process and is often surprised by how much of themselves they got to share. This is the only podcast I listen to on 1x speed (as opposed to 1.5x) because I listen not only for the content but to get the know the quality of the person interviewed. It’s light hearted yet very valuable content. I... more
Apple Podcasts5Elaine G KUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #232 | United States/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #190 |  United Kingdom/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #90 |  Australia/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sababoosh
What is Sababoosh about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A culture-forward interview show that dives into Israeli arts, politics, and everyday life through intimate conversations with creators, thinkers, and change-makers. Across episodes, listeners get behind-the-scenes looks at journalism, film, music, and social issues, with a distinctive emphasis on personal storytelling, identities, and community resilience. Notable strengths include high-caliber guests spanning cinema, journalism, activism, and traditional Israeli culture, plus a frequent focus on how media, technology, and social currents shape society.
A standout in this space is its ability to mix rigorous, topic-driven conversations with warm, human moments, making complex Israeli topics accessible to curious audiences worldwide. The f... more
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Sababoosh launched 2 years ago and published 45 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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What guests have appeared on Sababoosh?
Recent guests on Sababoosh include:
1. Lahav Harkov
2. Joseph Cedar
3. Yonatan Nir
4. Guy Bavli
5. Michal Sapir
6. Rachel Azaria
7. Alex Rif
8. Daniel Brill
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