Kiddush Club - News for Jews

Israel and the Jews are just dominating the news. This week we cover everything from Biden's halting of bombs to Israel to the UN realizing [shock!] that Hamas was lying about the numbers of civilian deaths. Also, as the school year winds down we take a deep dive into some of the campus protests and graduations. While we don't have any air travel stories, we do tell our listeners how to spot a psy...

So we were on hiatus for Pesach and there was so much going on in the news. When this happens, there's only one way to get to it all. That's right! It's another edition of Right or Narishkeit! This time we had special guest Comedian Eli Liebowicz join us to compete. Of course, we also do a deep dive into the campus protests occurring all over the world, as well as some of the unusual stories you d...

Sometimes there's an episode that you need to listen to twice to really grasp its depth. This is one of those episodes. You definitely don't want to miss this one!  Rabbi Manis Friedman, the most popular Rabbi on Youtube sat down with the cast to talk about his unique and interesting life, his unique approach to Yiddishkeit, and to answer the question that we all ask ourselves: why am I needed her...

In what can only be described as a tremendous modern day miracle, Iran launched cruise and ballistic missiles as well as drones, with the intent of destroying so many innocent lives, and yet, 99% of them never made it to the Holy Land. We discuss some of the reactions around the world as well as Israel's potential retaliation. While there aren't any flight stories this week, we do touch on the pre...

It's easy to forget that in addition to the hostages still trapped in Gaza (may Hashem bring them home soon) for thousands of Israelis that survived the invasion, October 7th is still fresh in their minds, and has upended their lives. In this candid conversation, Ron Segev, a survivor from the infamous Nova Festival massacre tells us of his harrowing tale of fear, opportunity, and redemption.   To...

What a CRAZY week. First, earthquakes, then eclipses, soon, cicadas, and Pesach's not even here yet! Where were you during the Great Quake of '24?? We discuss our experiences as well as some of the more spiritual implications of all of these occurences. Also in the news of course are our Israel as well as Jewish life updates, as well as our newest unlocked fear, our sports update, our latest entry...

As the world awaits the coming solar eclipse, our Rabbis teach that solar eclipses are a bad sign for the world.  As the war continues, Israel attacks an Iranian building in Syria, accidentally hits aid volunteers in Gaza, and the pro-Hamas crowd continues their worldwide attack against Jews. With the world on edge, New York takes the time to ignore it all and go after Matzoh bakeries (of course.)...

Congratulations to our costume winners, the Yankelewitz family in first place, and the Schiffman family in second! Purim was celebrated worldwide, and we delve into some of the clips from Israel and the IDF celebrating. At the same time, It's been a difficult time in the war. For the first time, the United States chose not to veto a UN Security Council resolution that called for a ceasefire withou...

It's our annual Purim episode! This year we're having our first annual KC Costume Contest! To enter, send a photo to hock@kiddushclubpodcast.com or send it to us via Whatsapp. This week's episode delves into the stabbing in the back of Israel from Senator Schumer, as well as the response from Israel's Netanyahu. We catch up on the latest with Trump and his criminal trials, as well as with Biden an...

It's hard to read the news and feel down these days, with all of the rampant anti-Semitism especially from elected officials. This week we bring some amazing Pro-Semite (!) clips from elected officials that will definitely bring a smile to your face! We also follow up on the US airdrops into Gaza, Biden's red-line on the war, and we delve into the State of the Union as it pertained to Biden and Is...

Another round of hostage negotiations appears to be going nowhere fast, the anti-Semites attack Seinfeld, and more evidence of Jewish heritage in Israel is ignored by the Arab world at large. This week we cover the latest in the war, while also trying a new taste test, and covering the Great Seltzer crisis that may be coming to a city near you! Also, the latest on the presidential elections, McCon...

Well, he did it. Trump put up the money and has appealed the multi-million dollar ruling, but he seems as unfazed as ever. This week we touch on sports once again - this time hockey - and prove once again how ignorant of sports we truly are! Also on the docket is crazy travel stories, the latest in politics and of course the latest from Israel.   * Win your dream apartment in Israel!! * Get a tick...

As the world slowly begins turning away from Israel and demanding a ceasefire, the Israelis and Jews around the world are holding strong with tefilos and support with a single, strong message: finish the job! This week delves into some of the prominent Jews in the world. Also on the docket is the latest news from Russia, and around the world with a special segment on New York City, and another liv...

It's hard to overstate the impact that Renewal has had on Klal Yisrael. It's only been some years ago where needing a kidney and waiting on the transplant list was akin to a death sentence. Today as Renewal celebrates its 1,000th transplant, we sit with Mendy Reinder, Renewal's Founder to discuss its past, present and future. We also use the opportunity to touch on some of the health issues in the...

Jews around the world are celebrating the great news of the rescue by special forces of two hostages. Held in an apartment in Rafah, this was a major intelligence and military coup and we get into it.  In addition to our detailed coverage of the war in Gaza, we touch upon the Super Bowl, the report on Biden by the Special Counsel, and Tucker Carlson interviewing Vladimir Putin. Help us continue cr...

Recorded on location, in this week's episode we tackle Hamas' response to Israel's ceasefire proposal as well as all of the other latest developments with the ongoing war in Israel, including the Special Forces infiltration of a hospital, and the surprising number of Olim from India. In addition, we give the political (a.k.a. Trump) update, as well touching on the new Apple Vision Pro and the Supe...

Coming off of Yeshiva Week we take a look at some of the crazy travel stories including a passenger airplane breaking the speed record and another who loses a tire while on the runway! Covering as usual the War In Gaza we talk about the UNRWA complicity in the Oct. 7th massacre, as well as the Iranian proxies around the world attacking other allies of Israel. Last, we cover the latest in politics...

We join our audience this week during the mid-winter vacation in many Yeshivahs to keep everyone up to speed on the latest in the news, and to help some of our anxiety-prone listeners with a homeopathic treatment for the jitters.  Starting with several listener and story follow-ups, we delve into the latest round of negotiations between Israel and Hamas, the EU's latest resolution on the Gaza War...

This week we do the impossible: discuss some of the stories in sports that are tied into the Jewish world! As our listeners already know, we don't know much about sports, but we get through it, and bring the rest of the happenings in the Middle East.  Also as usual, we cover politics including the Iowa Caucus, and even the newest and youngest member of Parliament in New Zealand.    Support Our Bro...

As the IDF continues with its war in Gaza, they battle in schools, destroy more tunnels, and have eliminated several major Hamas and Hizbollah commanders.  At the same time, the Israeli government discusses voluntarily resettling Palestinians out of the country, and forcing ministers to take lie-detector tests. Underscoring all of it is the continuing anti-Semitism which is rife around the country...

Who knew that man's best friend would play such a pivotal role in the war in Gaza?  This week begins with the Battle of the Kugels and quickly devolves into discussions about snakes in pools, alligators in boats, and spider-attracting lotions. Of course, we cover all of the important news affecting Jews the world over. Be sure to check out this week's sponsors!    * Proven Segulah for Shidduchim! ...

Fresh off of Nittel Nacht, this week we're bringing all of the news from Israel as well as a nice helping of the wild stories from around the world. Israel is fighting a war on 7 fronts - and we will attempt to make fun of every one of those enemies of the Jews! From tunnel complexes for Hamas' elites, to Kanye attempting repentance, we get into all of it with our unrivalled opinion and analysis....

The war in Israel continues, with new developments (that the press and the crazy leftist anti-Semites will ignore) coming in daily. Tunnels continue to be uncovered and bags of cash make their entrance in Gaza, while the rest of the world starts pushing the "cease-fire" narrative. Never fear however, as we bring you the usual healthy dose of wild animal stories and renegade Shedim.   Support Our B...

As we follow up on the biggest stories in the Jewish world: the university presidents, Elon Musk, the captured terrorists, we tackle the blatant bias coming from the UN against Israel. We also cover stories from around the world including Germany's new citizenship requirements, the forthcoming insect invasions, and why everyone needs to stop exercising ASAP!   Support Our Brothers and Sisters!  On...

Baruch Hashem some of the hostages have been released, and as we anxiously await more good news from Israel, we tackle a lot of the coverage of Israel and the personalities that have weighed in.  Also in this week's episode is our usual orca update, crazy happenings in the world, and a shout out to Rabbi Greenspan.   Support Our Brothers and Sisters!  One Israel Fund - https://oneisraelfund.org/ U...