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What The Falafel

What The Falafel

What the Falafel is the Jewish podcast you didn’t know you needed!! Bringing big Jewish energy, deep chats, and just the right amount of chutzpah! Hosted by Jodie Brandman and co-created with Joice, we’re schmoozing with comedians, chefs, creators, activists and more to celebrate Jewish identity in all its glory! Expect laughs, Jewish pride and a lot of falafel!!

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All Episodes

01:13:34

World's #1 Jewish Wedding Expert Reveals The Secret...

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2026/02/16

In this episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Karen Cinnamon, founder of Smashing The Glass and Your Jewish Life. We cover everything from how and why she set up her incredible businesses (from wedding blogs to Jewish Joy Journals), why rituals and values are so important, and why she believes inclusivity has been the deal breaker in her work. Karen is so passionate about everyone being themselves and living an authentic life, from wedding decor to everyday food choices, and

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01:09:20

How a Jewish Entrepreneur Turned His Anger Into Viral...

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2026/01/11

In this hilarious episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with comedian Yechiel Jacobs for a chat that covers SO much ground!From his time in yeshiva, to turning his political anger into humour, Yechiel shows us how you can make the world a better place and spread light even in the darkest of times.🎧 Tune in for truth, strength, and a reminder that we all have a voice that matters…→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host:

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01:23:47

The personal trainer who went viral, nearly died and...

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2025/12/14

In this intense and POWERFUL episode, Jodie Brandman sits down with Golan Horesh, a fitness coach who went viral after confronting an anti-Israel protest and later survived a deadly heart attack!We talk about why you should NEVER be afraid, and the shocking moment that changed his life forever. From a shocking heart attack that left him unconscious, to waking up 2 weeks later and re-thinking his entire life from family to fitness, nutrition and faith!This episode is unmissable, so get stuck in and

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01:07:52

The Chef Behind the Dumb B*tch Apron and How He Went...

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2025/11/30

This week on What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman is joined by the unbelievably talented Josh Halmer AKA Falmer! Chef, DJ, artist, basically everything… and the man who once got death threats… for making a schnitzel!We get into his entire journey: how he he got the name "Falmer", going from DJ'ing to cooking for Premier League footballers, why he trained as a chef purely to travel the world for free, and the wild story behind the viral schnitzel that gained him up to 10,000 followers in 5 days!We talk

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01:14:14

How to build a life you love | Adam Lind

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2025/11/16

In this episode of What the Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Adam Lind to talk all things boat life, adventure and mindset! After losing his dad, Adam spent years hitchhiking across the world, exploring human kindness, the limits of his own mind, and what it means to truly live a free life!We talk about everything from breaking out of the “Jewish bubble” and questioning identity, to mental health, intrusive thoughts, and life aboard a boat. Adam opens up about finding peace, social media

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01:23:59

From Being “Too Jewish” To Starring in Wicked | Emma...

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2025/10/29

In this special Halloween- themed episode, Jodie Brandman sits down with the incredible Emma Kingston, currently starring as Elphaba in Wicked the Musical (yes, the actual green witch herself!)We talk about everything from Emma’s early obsession with singing and her rise through the world of theatre, to what it’s really like behind the scenes at Wicked. She shares her experience performing in Evita and Fiddler on the Roof, the wildness of auditioning, and what it’s like dating in the entertainment

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01:50:44

Antisemitism, Purpose & Jewish Pride | Jonny Daniels

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2025/10/12

What does it mean to stay proud, grounded, and hopeful as a Jew today?!In this powerful episode, Jonny Daniels sits down with Jodie Brandman to talk about everything from antisemitism in the UK and the current political climate around Israel, to the deeper question of what keeps us connected to our faith and culture. We dive into Jonny’s life story… from the experiences and mentors who have shaped him, to the values that have guided him. This isn’t just a conversation about conflict; it’s about

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01:20:30

Love Lessons from Netflix's Jewish Matchmaker |...

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2025/09/28

What does it take to make a match that lasts? In this episode FULL of Jewish joy, Jodie Brandman sits down with Aleeza Ben Shalom, Netflix’s Jewish Matchmaker, to explore why matchmaking matters more than ever!We talk about Aleeza's journey to Netflix, why EVERY community needs a matchmaker, what values couples should look for when choosing a partner, and how to create Shalom Bayit (peace in the home) for lasting marital happiness!We also talk about her personal journey from to becoming more

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01:11:12

Travel Hacks and Jewish Identity | Nicky Kelvin

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2025/09/14

In this episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with travel content creator Nicky Kelvin who shares insights into his life as a travel lover and aviation geek! We chat about the realities of being a content creator, his amazing experiences living in Israel, and his journey with Crohn's disease. Nicky also opens up about his identity as a gay Jewish guy and how important it is to be yourself! He gives those all- important tips on maximizing travel rewards and the joy of exploring

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01:07:13

Holocaust Memory and Jewish Resilience | Dov Forman

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2025/08/24

In this powerful episode of What the Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Dov Forman… one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential Content Creators, author, activist, and Holocaust educator… to talk about his family legacy, and what it means to use your voice for good! Dov shares the story of his incredible great-grandmother, Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert, and how their work together has sparked global conversations around remembrance, and rising antisemitism. We dive into identity, community, the role of

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00:59:43

Hen Mazzig: Identity, Food and Being Jewish

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2025/08/10

In this episode of What The Falafel, Jodie sits down with the brilliant Hen Mazzig... author, speaker, and activist... to talk Pride, the complexities of being a gay Mizrahi Jew, the rise in antisemitism… and of course, food (because what else?)! Hen opens up about coming out in the IDF, his humanitarian work in the military, and the emotional toll of war. They chat about cultural identity, Mizrahi roots, the politics of shakshuka, and how food can be the ultimate way to connect! 🎧 Tune in for

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01:17:24

Ben Rebuck: Being Authentically YOU

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2025/07/27

In this episode of What the Falafel, I'm joined by the brilliant Ben Rebuckm content creator, foodie, and proud Jew!We had an exclusive chat about everything from his shift out of veganism, and covered topics from navigating body image and mental health, to the wild world of content creation and being on TV, all through a Jewish lens! Ben opens up about antisemitism, identity, and what it really means to be yourself online when everyone has something to say.There’s laughter, some deep moments, and

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01:02:39

Zach Margolin: Jewish, Hilarious and Under Fire

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2025/07/20

In this episode of What the Falafel, I sit down with the one and only Zach Margolin... a hilarious Jewish comedian who somehow makes hiding in bomb shelters sound like stand-up material!We dive into what it was like being in Israel during the war, why he swapped real estate for comedy (spoiler: thank G-d he did), and how he uses humour to bring joy during seriously unfunny times. We chat Jewish identity, dating, snog-marry-avoid but with food (iconic), and his hopes for the future!This one is FULL

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01:14:34

Elaine Chaya: From Fashion Blogger to Jewish Activist

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2025/07/13

In this first EVER episode of What the Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with the bold and brilliant Elaine Chaya... the fashion blogger-turned-activist who’s as passionate about her Persian heritage as she is about empowering the next gen!Elaine talks about what it's like growing up in a traditional Iranian-Jewish household and then doing the exact opposite of what was expected... skipping Pre-med at UCLA, falling in love with The Hills, and landing a job at Bolthouse (yes, actually!). We chat

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