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"Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends"

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David Hirshberg, author of "Crossing the Bronx"

Elizabeth Poliner, author of "Spinning at the Edges"

Professor Ian Buruma, author of "Stay Alive: Berlin 1939-1945"

Jay Neugeborn, award-winning author of the new book "Dickens in Brooklyn"

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Recent Guests

David Hirshberg
Author, Crossing the Bronx
Author of Crossing the Bronx
Episode: Too Jewish - 5/17/26 - David Hirshberg
Elizabeth Poliner
Author, Spinning at the Edges
Author, Harper Books
Episode: Too Jewish - 5/10/26 - Elizabeth Poliner
Ian Buruma
Acclaimed writer and historian, author of Stay Alive Berlin 1939-1945
Author, Bard College; New York Review of Books (former editor)
Episode: Too Jewish - 5/3/26 - Professor Ian Buruma
Jay Neugeborn
Award-winning author, novelist and essayist
Author of Dickens in Brooklyn
Episode: Too Jewish - 4/26/26 - Jay Neugeborn
David Leaf
Author, filmmaker, and biographer of Brian Wilson
Author; filmmaker
Episode: Too Jewish - 4/19/26 - David Leaf
Jeff Pearlman
Bestselling author of Only God Can Judge Me, The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur
Author, Journalist
Episode: Too Jewish - 4/12/26 - Jeff Pearlman
Yitzchok Pinkesz
Author of Kosher Astrology, Kosher Astrology, A Jewish Guide to Celestial Wisdom
Kosher Astrology (kosherastro.com)
Episode: Too Jewish - 4/5/26 - Yitzchok Pinkesz
Hussain Abdul-Hussain
Author of The Arab Case for Israel and Other Essays from a Distant Conflict
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Episode: Too Jewish - 3/9/26 - Hussain Abdul-Hussain
Matthew Shear
Actor, writer, director and author; first-time director of Fantasy Life
Fantasy Life film
Episode: Too Jewish - 3/22/26 - Matthew Shear

Host

Rabbi Sam Cohon
Host of Too Jewish with strong ties to Beit Simcha Tucson; provides cultural and religious context for episodes

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Loved it for years

    I have been listening to Too Jewish for at least 15 years. Rabbi Cohon has managed to be a positive voice throughout. I appreciate the notion that he has a certain world view and expresses it without being overly didactic. He has always been a strong voice for Israel without being obnoxious which is the exception these days. The show has been a constant in my life and I will continue to listen as long as Rabbi Cohon produces them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ernesto the jewtalian
    United States4 years ago
  • Too many ads and breaks

    Distracting

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Zev G - ZEV Media
    United States6 years ago
  • Great w/Improvement

    Love the show, the music, the Rabbi and many of the covered topics. However, the reason Jews are leaving synagogues are due to expressions of liberal attitudes by our Clergy and the top leadership. We attend services to find structure towards things “normal” and not to be inundated by those spouting off on politics. We desire a middle of the road approach in shul, from leadership, and in the entertainment that we watch and listen to. The nation of Israel needs to be unified, not strategically sp... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dream5863
    United States6 years ago
  • Very informative and entertaining, but...

    I love the show and realize how much labor of love is dedicated producing each and every show. However,

    The liberal point of view is just way too much and not necessary at all. I wish you would take politics out of it and it would make the best educational and very entertaining show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dwellinthehouse
    United States10 years ago
  • Maybe what you want, maybe not!

    Too Jewish is very left-wing and liberal. Many Jews are the same, and will enjoy this, so now you know before test driving...& if that's what you are looking for, you'll enjoy this. However, if you are the type of person who is conservative, you'll have the same bad taste in your mouth that you get when listening to other liberal programming. I fall into the later category, and would prefer Israel National Radio.

    You choose!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    iPod_listener_fella
    United States13 years ago

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A portion of listeners desire less political content and a more education-focused approach.
Some episodes feel heavy with ads and breaks, which can interrupt the flow.
Feedback shows strong positive sentiment toward guests and topics, though opinions on political balance vary.
Listeners appreciate thoughtful, non-dogmatic takes and a strong voice supporting Israel.

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Too Jewish - 4/26/26 - Jay Neugeborn
Q: So you've written so many terrific novels. Tell us the origins of this book.
It originated from my desire to compile the essays I've written over the last decade into a single book rather than writing another memoir.
Too Jewish - 4/19/26 - David Leaf
Q: Tell us kind of your origin story with Brian Wilson.
Leaf explains how a Rolling Stone article about Brian Wilson inspired him to move to California, write a book about Wilson, become his friend, and help finish Smile, a commitment that lasted over three decades and culminated in Leaf's later work and documentary projects.
Too Jewish - 3/9/26 - Hussain Abdul-Hussain
Q: Can you share what began your journey from a very normal kind of response, anti-Zionist who marched against Israel, to something quite different?
He describes growing up in Lebanon and Iraq under controlled information environments, the impact of access to the American University of Beirut library, and a pivotal moment when Israel withdrew from South Lebanon in 2000, which allowed him to see ordinary Israelis and shift his perspective.
Too Jewish - 4/5/26 - Yitzchok Pinkesz
Q: All right, so tell us a little bit about your own personal journey into astrology.
I was surprised to discover how much astrology connected with Jewish sources and rabbinic thought; my curiosity led me to explore the intersection of astrology with Torah, Talmud, and Kabbalistic texts, showing that there is a long tradition of scholars engaging with astrology in a kosher, non-deterministic way.
Too Jewish - 3/22/26 - Matthew Shear
Q: How long did it take to make the film from writing to release?
It started in 2018, with development through 2021, shooting by 2023, and release soon after, totaling about seven to eight years.

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A reflective, culture-forward show centered on Jewish life, history, literature, and modern Israel–diaspora topics. Episodes frequently pair in-depth author interviews with timely cultural updates, holidays, and community announcements, blending intellectual discussion with humor and music. Notable strengths include a steady stream of expert guests—novelists, historians, and scholars—alongside intimate, personal storytelling that weaves memory, identity, and tradition into contemporary conversations. The format often features a host duo that guides the dialogue, adds contextual commentary, and roots each episode in Jewish calendar moments and community news, making it approachable for listeners who want thoughtful, interdisciplinary Jewish ... more

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2. Elizabeth Poliner
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4. Jay Neugeborn
5. David Leaf
6. Jeff Pearlman
7. Yitzchok Pinkesz
8. Hussain Abdul-Hussain

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