People Jew Wanna Know

Benji Rosenzweig - founder of Storied, special needs dad advocate, sobriety advocate, and proud Jewish atheist—joins People Jew Wanna Know for a conversation about parenting, faith, music, and Jewish continuity. What do people get wrong about special needs parenting? Why does Holocaust-centered Jewish education fall short? What do the Beatles have to do with Jewish contribution to music? All of th...

Why be Jewish at all? Becky Tahel, writer, filmmaker, and conscious content creator helps us scratch the surface on this question. In this episode, Becky reflects on her vibrant creative career, the personal 180 that led her toward more intentional work, and what it really looks like to shift from living in your head to following your heart. We also talk about her documentary on Jewish intermarria...

Jeremy Jacobowitz is a New York–based content creator who is best known for his food reviews and iconic tagline - "Let Me Tell You Why." Margarita and Jeremy discuss why he chose to vote for Mamdani, what he makes of his 10+ year career, and how he's continuously evolving and improving as a content creator. Follow Jeremy online at @jeremyjacobowitz . Support our work: buymeacoffee.co...

This week, Margarita sits down with Noam Bardin , the former Waze CEO whose ideas reshaped how the world moves. From his time serving in Gaza to the scrappy early days of Waze, Noam brings sharp opinions, unexpected stories, and a clarity that only comes from building something truly legendary. We also talk about the costs of scale, the limits of big tech, and why where you work is ultimately a mo...

Linnea Sage is the creator and host of The Jewish Dating Game , a live matchmaking show blending comedy, culture, and real connection. We talk about her path from voice acting to matchmaking, what she’s learned about modern dating, the AI lawsuit involving her and her partner Paul, and—yes—Margarita’s own appearance on the show. Follow @thejewishdatinggame on Instagram and visit www.thejewishdatin...

Bonus episode featuring Shimon Raskin, an entrepreneur in the college sponsorship and fraternity scene, and a Russian-speaking Jewish content creator with over 100,000 followers on TikTok. This is a real schmooze of an episode. Lighthearted, fun, and inspiring, Shimon and Margarita bond over their shared heritage. Follow Shimon on Instagram & TikTok @shimon_raskin Support our work: buymeacoffe...

Margarita sits down with Chantae Vetrice , a singer-songwriter and Black Jewish artist, to hear how her music and Jewish identity have evolved over time. Chantae traces how Judaism entered her life, how October 7 reshaped her experience as an artist, and what’s fueling the new music she’s about to release. In this fun, fast-paced episode, Chantae gives us an inside look at her creative process, re...

Margarita talks with journalist and media strategist Ariella Noveck , co-founder of BottomLine Media and Shield Communications PR. Ariella shares her path from chef school to newsrooms, her work after October 7 helping hostage families get airtime, and why journalism is struggling in today’s media ecosystem. We dig into citizen journalism, AI tools for reporters, and her top advice for Jews naviga...

By popular request, here’s a bonus episode featuring highlights from our December 3rd One Day In October screening and moderated panel event. In this episode, you’ll hear from Oct. 7th survivor Sabine Taasa . Sabine Taasa is a French-Israeli survivor from the Israeli community of Netiv HaAsara, where her husband, Gil, and eldest son, Or, were murdered on Oct. 7th. She has since become a prominent...

What started as a satirical page run by 2 brothers has grown into a sharp, witty voice in the Jewish community. Ryan Turkienicz of The Daily Brine shares what’s brined his brain this year, the team's approach to satire, and why honesty matters more than Hasbara. Follow The Daily Brine on Instagram and TikTok  ⁨@DailyBrine⁩  and read their writing at www.dailybrine.com Support our work: buymeac...

Jen Cohn — voice of countless characters and a true “joy hog” — sits down with Margarita to talk about the Jewish roots that shaped her, the unconventional turns of her career, and what it really takes to raise proud Jewish kids. Along the way, they laugh about Russian accents, psychic visits, and yes… even the voice of a matzoh ball. Connect with Jen on Instagram @heyitsjencohn . Support our work...

Margarita welcomes Steven Phillips — former tech leader, now founder of JewishERGs, and full-time advocate for Jewish representation in the workplace. In this episode, we dig into his journey of founding a Jewish Employee Resource Group at Amazon, scaling that into a worldwide community, and the challenges and opportunities Jewish professionals face at work. Learn more about Steven's work at w...

Andrew Zimmern joins People Jew Wanna Know to talk about the Jewish upbringing that shaped him, from his grandmother’s legendary roast chicken and pickled tongue, to Shabbat dinners that later inspired Family Dinner . He reflects on his most vivid Bizarre Foods moments, including being marched through a Rio favela with AK-47s under his chin. He also opens up about the spiritual lessons he found in...

Musician and nomad, Nolan Marsh (@livefromthebus), joins us to talk about being Jewish in the U.S. Army, jamming at a neo-Nazi bar, life lessons from the road, and making music across the world. Follow him on Instagram & TikTok @livefromthebus! Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknow What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 04:45 Nolan's story & Jewish upbringing...

Bonus episode featuring Hadar Baron, NYC-based singer, actress, songwriter & musician. Hadar won a giveaway Margarita did to be featured on the podcast! Bonding over their immigration experiences, a love for art, and Jewish life, this conversation will remind you just how many remarkable Jewish people we have in our community. 🎤 Follow Hadar on Instagram & TikTok: @hadarbaron / @hadarbaro...

Sam Silverman—aka @BagelAmbassador—left the world of finance to build a bagel empire and uncover the deeper story behind this iconic Jewish food. He shares the surprising history of New York bagels, how the bagel industry has evolved, and, most importantly, why blueberry bagels are the worst. Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda02:1...

Bonus episode featuring Rachel Lander, a software engineer from the Upper East Side who decided one stressful career wasn’t enough, so now she does stand-up too. Margarita and Rachel chat all things NYC, dating, & comedy. Follow Rachel on Instagram & TikTok @rlandz Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknow What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 03:05 Rachel's ecl...

Healthcare professionals Julie and Danielle had zero tech experience—yet they built PlotTwist, a social and dating app reshaping how people connect. They share what inspired their leap from medicine to matchmaking, what sets Jewish dating apart, and the behavioral science behind finding “the one.” Follow @joinplottwist to see how they’re redefining modern dating! Support our work: buymeacoffee.com...

Margarita sits down with Shabbos Kestenbaum to unpack his unconventional journey—from Bernie supporter to PragerU, from suing Harvard to calling out Jewish nonprofits—and his bold vision for the Jewish future. Connect with Shabbos and follow his work on Twitter/X @shabbosk and Instagram @shabboskestenbaum . Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknow What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Ep...

Margarita chats with Alex Schinasi —mom, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the viral Hulken bag . Alex opens up about her Jewish upbringing, parenting after October 7th, and what it takes to grow a brand in today’s market. From business lessons to mentorship and dream collabs, she keeps it real with wisdom and humor. Follow Alex on Instagram @alexschinasi and check out @hulkenbag to see the bag ever...

In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte Korchak—founder and senior educator of the Jerusalem Education Institute—whose life between the US and Israel, experience at Auschwitz, and work in Jewish education shape a candid dialogue on antisemitism, activism, and resilience amid global crises. Learn more about JEI at https://www.jerusalemedu.org/ Follow Charlotte on Instagram @charlottekorchak and...

Dara Horn is the bestselling author of People Love Dead Jews and one of today’s sharpest voices on antisemitism. In this episode, she exposes the failures of Holocaust education, the tensions between diaspora and Israel, and the hard truths Jews need to confront now. Connect with Dara and support her work at www. DaraHorn.com Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknow What We Discuss: 0...

Author Benjamin Resnick joins Margarita to talk about his debut novel Next Stop , the heart of Jewish storytelling, and the big questions that keep us all up at night. Insightful, thoughtful, and full of stories that linger long after the episode ends. Follow Benjamin on Instagram @Benjamin_Resnick and buy his book, Next Stop , anywhere where books are sold. Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peop...

Are we already in World War III? Alexander Rojavin—an intelligence, policy, and media expert on the frontlines of information warfare—joins us to untangle the chaos of today’s world. From Soviet anti-Zionist propaganda to TikTok, from the invasion of Ukraine to the weaponization of antisemitism, Sasha explains how politics, media, and culture collide to shape society—and what it will take to push...

New York Times bestselling cookbook author and social media star Jake Cohen joins People Jew Wanna Know to talk about his upcoming book Dinner Party Animal , what it’s like to be openly pro-Israel in media and TV, and—just maybe—settle the question of whether he’s psychic. Follow Jake on Instagram and TikTok @jakecohen , and grab your copy of Dinner Party Animal wherever books are sold. Support ou...