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The Jewish Lives Podcast

Jewish Lives
Judaism
Zionism
Léon Blum
Dreyfus Affair
Menachem Mendel Schneerson
Ludwig Wittgenstein
Socialism
Jacob
Carole King
Ayn Rand
Abraham
Franz Boas
Rabbi Akiva
Baruch Spinoza
Elijah the Prophet
Nazi Germany
Jewish Tradition
Biblical Scholarship
Tapestry
Philip Roth

The Jewish Lives Podcast is a monthly show that explores the lives of influential Jewish figures. Hosted by Alessandra Wollner, each episode includes an interview with an acclaimed Jewish Lives author. Jewish Lives is a prizewinning series of biography published by Yale University Press and the Leon D. Black Foundation. Join us as we explore the Jewish experience together.

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Latest Episodes

Walter Benjamin (1892–1940) is widely considered one of the most creative cultural critics of the twentieth century.

Join us with Harvard University scholar Peter E. Gordon, author of the new biography Walter Benjamin: The Pearl Diver, as we look be... more

According to the philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889–1951), philosophy is a “battle against the bewitchment of our intelligence by means of language.” This audacious idea changed the way many of its practitioners saw their subject.

Join us with An... more

Philip Roth (1933–2018) is one of the most celebrated American writers of the 20th century.

Join us with Steven J. Zipperstein, author of the groundbreaking biography Philip Roth: Stung by Life, as we explore Roth’s remarkable life and the astonishi... more

Carole King’s extraordinary career has defined American popular music for more than half a century.

Join us with journalist Jane Eisner, author of the new biography Carole King: She Made the Earth Move, as we explore King’s lasting contributions to ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter E. Gordon
Critical theorist and historian of modern European philosophy
Harvard University
Episode: WALTER BENJAMIN
Anthony Gottlieb
Former executive editor of The Economist and author working on the history of ideas.
Yale University Press
Episode: LUDWIG WITTGENSTEIN
Steven J. Zipperstein
Author of Philip Roth, Stung by Life and Daniel E. Koshlin Professor of Jewish Culture and History at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: PHILIP ROTH
Jane Eisner
Author and journalist, former editor-in-chief of The Forward
Jewish Lives
Episode: CAROLE KING
Noga Arikha
Philosopher, historian of ideas, and essayist.
European University Institute
Episode: FRANZ BOAS
Anthony Julius
Distinguished British attorney and scholar known for his expertise in defamation law, legal theory, and Jewish cultural history.
Episode: ABRAHAM
Kenneth Turan
Distinguished film critic and author of the biography
Episode: LOUIS B. MAYER AND IRVING THALBERG
Yair Zakovich
Renowned biblical scholar and author of 'Jacob, Unexpected Patriarch'
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Episode: JACOB
Ezra Glinter
Award-winning writer, editor, translator, and biographer.
Yiddish Book Center
Episode: MENACHEM MENDEL SCHNEERSON

Host

Alessandra Wollner
Host of the Jewish Lives Podcast, engaging listeners through insightful interviews with acclaimed authors, exploring the lives of influential Jewish figures and their cultural significance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Excellent

    This podcast is deeply satisfying all the while it presents many more questions than it answers. An Essential element for Jewish learning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    In The Voice of Our Mothers
    United States8 months ago
  • Want to like more

    I want to like these podcasts more but over produced for me. Too short and not enough depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Awesome driving hind
    United States2 years ago
  • Grateful

    I love learning the history of the lives of these influential people. Informative content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BaKeeno
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Each episode is a delicious appetizer, a taste of an individual volume from Jewish Lives, the outstanding series of biographies of influential Jews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B. Kind 143
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    Thanks so much for this wonderful program!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gabfanatico
    United States3 years ago

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WALTER BENJAMIN
Q: Is there anything you wish you could ask Benjamin yourself?
I would like to know what Benjamin would have made of the reverence and aura surrounding his work today, which seems ironic given his belief that art should not be cloaked in an aura.
WALTER BENJAMIN
Q: What does Benjamin's courteous nature tell us about who he was?
Benjamin's courteous behavior under pressure indicates his upbringing as a well-bred child of Berlin's haute bourgeoisie, reflecting the formal manners of his time.
WALTER BENJAMIN
Q: Can you tell us about the title of the book, Walter Benjamin, The Pearl Diver?
The title refers to the idea that Benjamin saw the world as a place of ruin that contained hidden treasure, representing the gems of insight he sought while interpreting.
LUDWIG WITTGENSTEIN
Q: If you could speak to your subject, to Ludwig Wittgenstein, what would you want to ask, or is there anything you'd want to say?
I would want to ask him about his feelings of inadequacy and the influences that caused those feelings.
LUDWIG WITTGENSTEIN
Q: Do you think there's anything people get wrong about him, or he's not the most widely known figure, and so the people should know about him, and that you hope the readers take away from the book?
Wittgenstein's views were constantly evolving, and it's a mistake to assume he had fixed positions. His ideas changed as he expressed them throughout his life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Jewish Lives Podcast

What is The Jewish Lives Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides an engaging examination of the lives of significant Jewish figures throughout history, showcasing their contributions across various fields such as literature, philosophy, and arts. Each episode features interviews with authors from the Jewish Lives biography series, allowing listeners to gain insights into the complexities of these individuals and the broader Jewish experience. Topics range from influential writers like Philip Roth and music legends such as Carole King to groundbreaking philosophers like Ludwig Wittgenstein and anthropologists like Franz Boas.

Listeners can expect a thoughtful exploration of identity, culture, and heritage, often intertwined with personal anecdotes and historical context. The discuss... more

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1. Peter E. Gordon
2. Anthony Gottlieb
3. Steven J. Zipperstein
4. Jane Eisner
5. Noga Arikha
6. Anthony Julius
7. Kenneth Turan
8. Yair Zakovich

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