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People Jew Wanna Know

People Jew Wanna Know

Welcome to People Jew Wanna Know, a podcast sharing stories of remarkable Jewish people! Hosted by Margarita Lyadova, each episode features conversations with interesting Jewish guests of today and historical figures who’ve shaped Jewish culture and identity. Together, we seek answers to today"s essential questions facing the Jewish people. New episodes every Wednesday. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @peoplejewwannaknow for extras, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss

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00:52:08

What Art Museums Leave Out - Beatrice Levine

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2026/02/04

Beatrice Levine, art historian, digital creator and graduate student pulls back the curtain on the art world - from Nazi-era restitution and Jewish art history to why museums are inherently political spaces. We talk art scandals, post-Oct 7th art, and what it's like for her to manage some of the most influential Jewish pages on social media. Follow Beatrice on Instagram @culturequota and subscribe to her Substack: https://culturequota.substack.com/Support our work:

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00:50:49

Benji Rosenzweig - Storied, Not Scared

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2026/01/28

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 this we discuss in the episode we jokingly describe as "fitting 10lbs of sh*t in a 5lb bag."

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00:46:51

The Path To Conscious Content - Becky Tahel

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2026/01/21

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 intermarriage!Follow @beckytahel on Instagram to keep up with her work.Support our work:

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00:55:34

Let Me Tell You Why Everyone Knows Jeremy Jacobowitz

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2026/01/14

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.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda03:04 Reflecting on 10 years of

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00:53:57

Noam Bardin - If There's A Will, There's A Waze

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2026/01/07

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 moral choice.Follow Noam on LinkedIn - Noam BardinSupport our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat

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00:57:11

The Jewish Dating Game Debrief With Linnea Sage

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2025/12/31

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.thejewishdatinggame.com to see what they’re building next.Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We

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00:31:31

Shabbat Schmooze: Shimon Raskin

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2025/12/26

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_raskinSupport our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda02:06 How Shimon went viral

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00:37:32

Press Play with Chantae Vetrice

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2025/12/24

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, reflects on a defining moment in her career, and shares the message she hopes Jewish listeners will take

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01:02:41

The Bottom Line with Ariella Noveck

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2025/12/17

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 navigating media appearances. Follow Ariella on on Instagram @AriellaNoveck.Support our work:

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00:13:59

One Day In October - Bonus Episode

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2025/12/12

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 advocate, sharing her family's story internationally, including speaking at the United Nations and

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00:33:21

In A Pickle? Try Satire - Ryan Turkienicz, The Daily...

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2025/12/10

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: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda02:00 How 2 brothers

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00:49:54

The Road Less Traveled Is Actually a Blast – Jen Cohn

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2025/12/03

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: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 03:10 "I'm

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00:49:41

When Inclusion Leaves Jews Out - Steven Phillips of...

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2025/11/26

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 www.jewishergs.comFollow JewishERGs on Instagram @JewishERGs Support our work:

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00:45:47

Andrew Zimmern: Eat Everything, Fear Nothing

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2025/11/19

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 sobriety and why “being the only” has guided his entire media career.Lear more about Andrew's

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00:48:27

Marching To His Own Beat - Nolan Marsh

People Jew Wanna Know ·

2025/11/12

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/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda04:45 Nolan's story & Jewish upbringing9:41 On serving in the U.S. Army as a Jew 11:26 A blues jam at a Neo-Nazi bar19:00 The story of Daryl

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00:25:20

Shabbat Schmooze: Hadar Baron

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2025/11/07

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 / @hadarbaronmusic🌐 Explore her work: www.hadarbaron.comSupport our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat

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00:43:22

NYC's Famous Bagel Ambassador - Sam Silverman

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2025/11/05

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 Agenda02:19 From Finance to Bagels?!08:24 Sam's trip to Poland10:40 Sam's Jewish upbringing12:19 What is

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00:25:59

Shabbat Schmooze: Rachel Lander

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2025/10/31

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 @rlandzSupport our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda03:05 Rachel's eclectic NYC life & Jewish upbringing07:57 How does Rachel think about comedy material? 11:20 Jeff

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00:43:22

Singles Deserve Better: The PlotTwist Changing How We...

People Jew Wanna Know ·

2025/10/29

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/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda03:28 Julie & Danielle's

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00:58:49

Shabbos Kestenbaum - We Need To DOGE Jewish nonprofits

People Jew Wanna Know ·

2025/10/22

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/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 02:13 Shabbos' eclectic family & upbringing05:06 From Bernie supporter to PragerU11:50

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