Being Jewish with Jonah Platt

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It’s Spring Break! So this week we’re bringing you a replay of our Webby & RCC Wilbur Award-winning episode with Van Jones - with whom Jonah will once again be sitting down with for a Passover “Freedom Seder” this week, almost one year to the day from the first Seder where they met. We’ll be back with all new-episodes next week!

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Patrick Edwards); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

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Shakespeare hated Jews?? In Part 2 of Jonah Platt’s fascinating conversation with acclaimed author Dara Horn, they dive deep into:

• 📚 The antisemitism embedded in classic literature — from Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice to Roald Dahl’s The Witches
•  📖 Dara’s entire body of fiction work and what inspires her stories
•  🍷 Her famously elaborate Passover Seders
•  🎉 A slew of other fun and thought-provoking Jewish questions
•  🐐 And of course… her new children’s book One Little Goat — out now!

This episode is a must-listen and watch for lovers of Jewish culture, literature, and tradition — and for anyone seeking deeper insights into how Judaism shows up in the stories we tell and the ones we inherit.

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Nathan Wheatley); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

Mentioned In The Episode

• GET DARA’S NEW BOOK! One Small Goat: A Passover Catastrophe by Dara Horn: https://a.co/d/a54x1wz
• www.darahorn.com
• Dara Horn is Obsessed with Passover - Hadassah Magazine Article 
• Chad Gadya Lyrics Explained
• Capacity: A Comic by Theo Ellsworth
• People Love Dead Jews by Dara Horn
• In The Image by Dara Horn
• All Other Nights by Dara Horn
• Eternal Life by Dara Horn
• Pre Order As A Jew by Sarah Hurwitz
• The Jewish History of Tzfat, Israel
• Who Doesn’t Love Roald Dahl? By Dara Horn
• Roald Dahl’s Active Antisemitism
  • https://www.roalddahlmuseum.org/our-story/anti-racism-statement/ 
  • https://forward.com/fast-forward/349771/roald-dahls-family-has-apologized-for-his-jew-hatred-what-were-the-5-worst/
• Dr. Nathan Winter’s Book: Jewish Education in a Pluralist Society
• Dr. Einat Wilf
• Yossi Klein Halevi
• Author Matti Friedman
• Yiddish Hero Avraham Sutzkever
• Nuremberg Trial Testimony of Avrom Sutzkever
• Book: From The Vilna Ghetto to Nuremberg: Memoir and Testimony by Abraham Sutzkever & Justin Cammy 
• The Paper Brigade & The Holocaust 
• YIVO Institute for Jewish Research

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Is the world more comfortable with dead Jews than living ones? In this powerful conversation, bestselling author Dara Horn (People Love Dead Jews) joins Being Jewish with Jonah Platt to discuss the origins of antisemitism, how it manifests today—including on college campuses—and why Holocaust education may be doing Jews more harm than good.

Dara and Jonah also explore the role of Jews as history’s great non-conformists, the truth about Zionism and… ancient Greek reverse circumcisions?! If you want to understand the real story behind antisemitism, Jewish resilience, Israel, and why these issues matter more than ever, don’t miss this episode!

Check out Dara Horn’s newest book, One Little Goat: A Passover Catastrophe

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Nathan Wheatley); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

Mentioned In The Episode:

• www.DaraHorn.com
• Dara Horn’s newest book, One Little Goat: A Passover Catastrophe
• People Love Dead Jews by Dara Horn
• Is Holocaust Education Making Antisemitism Worse? By Dara Horn
• Dara Horn’s Article: Becoming Anne Frank
• Adventures with Dead Jews Podcast
• Who is Wilhelm Marr? 
• Jewish Holidays & The Land of Israel
• A Basic History of Soviet Antisemitism
• The Jewish Travel Guide That Inspired “The Green Book”
• Pogroms & Exterminations of Jews in Ukraine

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Emmy and Grammy-winning comedian Tiffany Haddish opens up about discovering Judaism as an adult and having her “Black Mitzvah” at age 40!  She covers all her toughest struggles in this raw and unfiltered conversation—from growing up in foster care, her mother’s tragic accident, to fighting her way to the top of Hollywood stardom. But one of her biggest personal revelations? Discovering her Jewish roots.

From sleeping in her car to selling out Netflix comedy specials to headlining blockbuster movies like “Girl Trip,” Tiffany gets real about her journey to embracing Judaism, reuniting with her African Jewish father, and what it means to navigate the world as both Black and Jewish. From Bat Mitzvah dancer to a Bat Mitzvah herself, what has faith taught her about resilience, success, and staying true to herself? This is one episode you don’t want to miss.

EXPLICIT LANGUAGE* This episode features more F bombs than usual son we just wanted to give y'all a heads up!

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

Mentioned the Episode

• Tiffany Haddish’s Funny & Fearless Tour
• I Curse You With Joy by Tiffany Haddish
• The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish
• She Ready Foundation for Youth in Foster Care (Tiffany Haddish’s Nonprofit)
• Tiffany Haddish’s Black Mitzvah (Netflix Special)
• The Laugh Factory Comedy Camp
• Tiffany Haddish & DJ Timbo’s Behind The Scenes Footage from Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
• Watch “Girls Trip” 
• The Asmara Synagogue in Eritrea 
• Tiffany Haddish Opens Up About Reconnecting with Her Father 
• Jewish History in Eritrea
• Eritrean War 
• The Last Jews of Eritrea
• Sarah Silverman’s Rabbi Sister Susan Silverman
• Backlash to Tiffany Haddish’s Trip To Israel
• Tiffany’s Torah Portion: Jacob’s Ladder

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Female Business Leader Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Facebook and VP of Google, opens up about God, grief, resilience, and ambition. She discusses her experience in Big Tech, embracing her Jewish identity, the terrifying silence from allies after October 7, and the harrowing stories of sexual violence against Israeli women in her documentary “Screams Before Silence.” Sheryl also reflects on the lessons from her books Lean In and Option B, and shares never-before-told stories of how she found strength after the tragic loss of her husband.

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

Mentioned the Episode

• Sheryl Sandberg’s Documentary: Screams Before Silence
• Screams Before Silence Trailer
• Sheryl Sandberg’s Book “Lean In”
• Sheryl Sandberg’s Book “Option B”
• Mahmoud Khalil’s Arrest
• Who Were the Refuseniks?
• Sheryl Sandberg’s Blended Family with Tom Bernthal 
• Sheryl Sandberg’s Involvement in Tech 
• What is BBYO?
• Women & College Degree Statistics
• Shivah & Shloshim Mourning Rituals
• Timeline for Jewish Mourning 
• Sandberg-Bernthal Wedding
• Sheryl Sandberg Leaves META 
• CNN’s Jake Tapper Speaks Up About How Hamas Used Sexual Violence on Ocotber 7th 
• Amit Soussana Speaks Publicly About Being Held & Abused in Gaza 
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GLKA1CnnCA
• Naama Levy Returns Home To Israel After 477 Days in Hamas Captivity
• AEPi Fraternity Hosts Screenings of Screams Before Silence
• What is Social Proof?
• Van Jones on Being Jewish with Jonah Platt
• Kate Mishkin’s Podcast: Shofar, So Good!

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Hollywood and Broadway producing legend Marc Platt (Wicked, La La Land, Legally Blonde) sits down with his son Jonah Platt for an intimate and powerful conversation on Jewish identity, Hollywood, and storytelling. In this special episode, Marc shares:

📍 Growing up Jewish in segregated Baltimore and the values of justice, inclusivity, and giving back instilled by his parents
🎭 The Jewish themes in Wicked and what it’s like to produce a once-in-a-lifetime Broadway show
🎬 Developing the groundbreaking film Philadelphia and pushing for social change in Hollywood
🏆 His experience at the 97th Academy Awards and how the industry is evolving, and not always for the better
🎤 Why so many Hollywood Jews have been silent since October 7th—and his take on private vs. public responses to antisemitism
🕊️ How trauma and loss deepened his connection to God and Jewish faith, shaping his outlook on life

Marc’s legendary career in entertainment and deep-rooted Jewish values make for an inspiring and eye-opening conversation. If you love theater, film, Jewish culture, and honest discussions about Hollywood, this episode is for you!

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Host & Production Team

Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

Mentioned in Episode

• “Wicked” Novel by Gregory Maguire
• 2021 Study Shows One-Quarter of LA’s Jews “Minimally Involved” with Judaism
• Monologue From Episode 23 of “Being Jewish with Jonah Platt” - “If You’re Still Silent About Antisemitism, Watch This!” 
• Adam’s Sandler’s “Eight Crazy Nights”
• Adam Sandler’s “Zohan”
• Adam Sandler’s “Hanukkah Song”
• You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah 
• Jonah’s Article for Variety
• Kieran Culkin’s Acceptance Speech
• Adrien Brody’s Acceptance Speech 
• Acceptance Speech For Team Behind “No Other Land”
• Marc Platt’s 20 Year Road To “Wicked” Movie
• Hebrew Free Loan Association in Baltimore
• Gwynn Oak Amusement Park 
• The Munich Hostage Crisis
• Jewish Federations of North America
• UPenn Hillel 
• Lecha Dodi Prayer (Prayer for the Sabbath Bride) 
• Watch “Philadelphia” Film 
• AIDS & Job Discrimination 
• Watch “We Will Dance Again” 
• Marc Platt & Scooter Braun Host “We Will Dance Again” Screenings
• Jonah’s video on Artists4Ceasefire
• Marc Platt’s Favorite Yiddish Word: Sechel
• “The Fox Hunt” by Mohammed Al Samawi
• “How To Train Your Dragon” - Live Action Trailer

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In this powerful episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, Jonah sits down with Australian broadcaster Erin Molan, an award-winning journalist, television presenter, and outspoken advocate for Israel. Known for her fearless commentary and sharp insights, Erin shares her unexpected journey—from having no Jewish friends to becoming one of Israel’s strongest international allies. She opens up about her career transformation—from sports journalism, covering rugby and Australian football, to reporting on global affairs, terrorism, and the Israel-Gaza conflict. Erin discusses her decision to call out terrorism, challenge media bias against Israel, and stand in unapologetic support of the Jewish people when many others stayed silent. For the past 17 months, Molan has been an unwavering voice in the conversation on Israel and Gaza, driven by a deep sense of morality, her father’s influence, and her firsthand experience in Israel. She also shares insights from her recent meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, reflecting on the importance of allyship, media responsibility and combating misinformation. This must-watch interview explores the power of journalistic integrity, the challenges of speaking up in today’s media landscape, and what it truly means to stand against antisemitism and terrorism.

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Erin Molan: https://www.instagram.com/erin_molan/

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

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Mentioned in Episode

• Very helpful timeline of Historical Jew Hate
• Murder of Jews During Holocaust in Romania 
• Erin’s Father General Jim Molan
• Erin Molan Meets Israel’s President Isaac Herzog 
• General Jim Molan, Erin’s Father, Visits Israel & Gaza in 2015
• Erin Molan’s Video: Hamas Are Responsible for Suffering of Innocent Palestinians
• Erin Molan unloads on UN official Francesca Albanese over 'insane' response
• Erin Molan’s Monologue on Sinwar’s Death 
• A Timeline of Anti-Jewish Attacks in Australia 
• Time Magazine: The Worst 45 MInute Film You Will Ever See (Raw Hamas Footage Screenings in Israel & Beyond)
• What is Erin’s Law? 
• Molan Attributes Sky News Departure To “Budget”
• Erin Molan’s Trip to Israel
  • https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/erin-the-magnificent/ 
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMPBJDMRXck
• Erin Molan’s X Post About Her Stance on Israel and Terrorism 
• Erin Molan on 69X Minutes - News Program on X

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He’s a mogul, he’s a “macher” and most importantly … a mensch. Fashion designer and Jewish philanthropist Stuart Weitzman will steal your heart as he joins Jonah to discuss the two things most dear to his heart: Shoes and Jews. Beginning with an insightful conversation around career lessons and principles, Weitzman shares paramount advice on what it takes to be successful in nearly any industry or pursuit. Additionally, he shares his deep and unbreakable connection to Israel and the Jewish community worldwide. “When it comes to Israel, I laugh for them and I cry for them,” Weitzman says. “And I feel bad for anyone who doesn’t feel the same.” From participating in the Maccabiah games to speaking out against antisemitism on college campuses and building a Jewish museum in Spain, Weitzman’s connections and commitment to the Jewish cause is undeniable, and an inspiration to all. Kick off your shoes, grab a seat and check out this hilarious and heartfelt episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt. 

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell

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Mentioned in Episode

• Mask & Wig (UPenn Musical Improv Group) 
• History of the I. Miller Shoe Store 
• Hahn Shoes
• U.S. Shoe (Which Jonah’s Grandpa Ran)
• “The Origins of The Inquisition in Fifteenth Century Spain” by B. Netenyahu 
• Stuart Weitzman’s Productions in Spain 
• Jonah Platt Interviews Nobel Prize Winner Dr. Drew Weissman 
• Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy (PBS Documentary Weitzman Produced)
• The Hamas Charter/Covenant
• PLO Charter
• The Weitzman Museum 
• Soon-to-Open Hispanic Jewish Museum in Madrid (March 2026)
• The Spanish Inquisition 
• Jews in the Revolutionary Period
• Jews in Moorish Spain 
• Fuego Dance Shoes
• Stuart Weitzman’s Collectibles 
• Maccabi Games with Stuart Weitzman 
• Stuart Weitzman named Maccabi USA Flag Bearer at 21st Maccabiah Opening Ceremonies 
• Penn Lecturer Behind Grotesque Antisemitic Cartoons
• Controversy Behind Palestine Writes Festival At UPenn
• Liz Magill’s Downfall At UPenn
• Gigi Hadid & Stuart Weitzman’s Footwear Collaborations 
• What is Shemini Atzeret?
• Stuart’s Cinderella Slippers

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Like many American Jews, formal religious education for Sarah Hurwitz ended with her Bat Mitzvah at age 13. But after an unbelievable career as a Speechwriter for some of the nation’s most influential Democratic leaders (including Hilary Clinton, President Barack Obama, and First Lady Michelle Obama), she found herself searching for a deeper meaning in life, only to discover that Judaism held all the wisdom for which she was looking– It was Here All Along, which is what Hurwitz named her brilliant book about her Jewish journey, the focus of her deep and thought provoking conversation with Jonah in this week's episode. They tackle the problems with modern Jewish education, the disappointing internalized self-hate of some American Jews, and the miraculous power of Jewish textual study. Hurwitz also opens up about her current college speaking tour, launched just days after the October 7th Hamas attacks, and shares invaluable advice for Jewish students and parents navigating the horrific anti-Jew climate on American campuses today. Rich with valuable insight, humor, and introspection, Sarah and Jonah bring their passion for the beauty of all things Jewish to this very special episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt.

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Mentioned in Episode

• “Here All Along” -  Sarah Hurwitz
• Pre-order “As A Jew: Reclaiming Our Story from Those Who Blame, Shame and Try to Erase Us” by Sarah Hurwitz
• “Nazi Germany & The Jews: Volume 1: The Years of Persecution” by Saul Friedlander
• “Nazi Germany & The Jews: Volume 2: The Years of Extermination” by Saul Friedlander
• “A Letter in the Scroll: Understanding Our Jewish Identity and Exploring the Legacy of the World’s Oldest Religion” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
• The British White Paper of 1939  & How it Halted Jewish Migration to Israel
• FDR & The Evian Conference Regarding Jews
• Jewish Enrollment At Harvard at Historic Low
• A Jewish Value: Argument For The Sake of Heaven
• Hillel International 
• Al Gore’s “Lockbox” Speech
• Hadar Institute (For Torah Study)
• “The Heart of Torah: Volume 1” by Rabbi Shai Held 
• Mijal Bitton
• Hashkiveinu Prayer
• Svara Yeshiva
• Rabbi Isaiah Rothstein 
• Sefaria (Free Online Jewish Texts & Teachings)

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One of the fundamental values in Judaism is Tikkun Olam, or “Repairing the world.” On this week’s episode, Jonah sits down with Dr. Drew Weissman, co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Medicine for his creation of the life-saving Covid vaccine - talk about repairing the world, literally! Dr. Weissman teaches Jonah the basics of mRNA, the truth about RFK Jr., and the intersection of anti-vaxxers and antisemitism. Finally, a science class that definitely doesn’t feel like homework! Don’t miss hearing from humanity’s hero in this exclusive conversation, only on BEING JEWISH WITH JONAH PLATT.

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Mentioned in Episode

• Jewish Nobel Prize Winners
• Drew Weissman & Katalin Karikó Win The Nobel Prize in Medicine 
• Dr. Drew Weissman Calls His Parents After Winning Nobel Prize 
• Dr. Drew Weissman Receives The Harvey Prize in Israel 
• RFK Junior’s Lawsuits Against Drug Companies 
• What Is The National Institute of Health?
• Liz McGill Resigns From UPenn
• UPenn President Larry Jameson Calls For Anti-Israel Protestors to Disband
• Anti-Vaxxers and Antisemitism 
• Dr. Drew Weissman Describes Himself As “More of a Daoist”
• Piers Morgan’s Interview with Neil DeGrasse Tyson