Ben Poremba & Alex Rich

Jews In The Lou

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Jews in the Lou is a community-driven podcast that highlights the diverse voices, stories, and experiences of Jewish life in St. Louis. Hosted by Ben Poremba and Alex Rich, each episode features candid conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, spiritual leaders, and changemakers who are shaping the cultural and communal fabric of the city. From heartfelt reflections on identity and heritage to bold discussions about business, creativity, and purpose, Jews in the Lou celebrates the people who make the St. Louis Jewish community vibrant, resilient, and inspiring.

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Ben Poremba & Alex Rich

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Jews in the Lou: David Siteman Garland on Entrepreneurship, Community & Growing Your Judaism 01.07.2026 1:02:37

In this episode of Jews in the Lou, we sit down with St. Louis entrepreneur, content creator, and community builder David Siteman for an engaging conversation about building something from nothing, Jewish identity, and what it means to give back to the community you love. From his early days promoting inline hockey leagues and hosting a radio show before podcasting was a thing, to creating one of...

Jews in the Lou: Bruce Pearl on Faith, Leadership & Standing Proudly Jewish 15.06.2026 25:24

In this episode of Jews in the Lou , we sit down with legendary Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl for a candid conversation about faith, identity, leadership, and the values that have shaped his life both on and off the court. From his Jewish upbringing and experiences with antisemitism to coaching on college basketball’s biggest stages, Bruce shares how his faith has influenced his approach to...

Chaim Bloom on Jews in the Lou 01.06.2026 1:02:45

In this episode of Jews in the Lou, we sit down with Chaim Bloom, President of Baseball Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals, for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, culture, identity, and what it takes to build a winning organization in Major League Baseball. From growing up in a Jewish household in Philadelphia to leading one of baseball’s most iconic franchises, Chaim shares his jou...

Andy & Danny Babitz on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode) 18.05.2026 57:56

Andy & Danny Babitz on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode)

Stacy Tasman Stahl on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode) 04.05.2026 50:27

Stacy Tasman Stahl joins Alex Rich on this week's episode of Jews in the Lou.

Luigi Toscano & Dee Dee Simon on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode) 15.04.2026 54:18

Luigi Toscano & Dee Dee Simon on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode)

Nancy & Mark Spewak on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode) 01.04.2026 57:39

Nancy & Mark Spewak on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode)

Ben Root on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode) 19.03.2026 46:40

Ben Root joins Alex Rich on this week's episode of Jews in the Lou.

Adam Stark on Jews in the Lou (Full Episode) 27.02.2026 45:46

Adam Stark joins Alex Rich on this week's episode of Jews in the Lou.