Schmuckboys

Back this week, Marla shares updates on the guy she's been seeing and her upcoming birthright staffing trip. Libby talks about she helped partake in a surprise proposal and her fun travels witha Camp Nai Nai Nai cruise, and how she feels that recently with multiple friends, there's been something in the dating air.

Their guest this week is Margarita Lyadova of 'People Jew Wanna Know' (so be sure to head over to her podcast after to listen to our episode). She starts off with her dating update of the week, and quickly gets into the details of growing up in Ukraine before it was fully developed. She talks about the things that really shocked her when her family immigrated to America, like free water everywhere and being able to drink tap water in many places. They then talk about her child stardom in Ukraine and what it was like growing up Jewish there. Margarita then shares the importance of how to treat immigrants and help them retain their dignity. Marla then inquires from Margarita to go deeper into what it really means to seek asylum in the U.S. and what the process looks like. They also talk about how Jewish organizations work to help Jews in need within their community even when they're total strangers. Margarita then gets into the creation of 'People Jew Wanna Know' and some of her favorite guests. The trio then gets into the most fun topic of the episode - dating! They then end witha game of 'Cute or Cringe.'

Check out @peoplejewwannaknow on Instagram! And don't forget to checkout their newest episode!

Marla and Libby are back with maybe their most exciting, fun and intriguing episode yet., (00:00:00 - 00:04:00)With the upcoming holidays, they share their suggestions for gifts for that special someone in your life, whether you're just starting to date or you've been together for years. (00:04:00 - 00:04:55) Libby gives her relationship update of the week, sharing about spending the holidays with Jack as a married couple and an upcoming trip with Camp Nay Nay Nay. (00:04:55 - 00:31:40) In a twist of a events that hasn't happened in a while, Marla shares a surprising Schmuckboy story she recently encountered that will leave your jaw dropped. She then shares a more positive relationship update of the week.

(00:32:45: -00:36:04 ). - Marla and Libby welcome Zach Sage Fox to the podcast. Zach shares about his recent dating encounters and the pros and cons of people knowing who he is before even going out like Jewish grandmother's being obsessed with him. (00:36:04 - 00:44:23) Zach shares about his Jewish identity growing up and how his family and upbringing has shaped who he is today. He shares a crazy story about his grandfather getting turned away from the US border, and how he had to push a fruit card for years in South America before immigrating to the U.S. He then talks about the bullying he dealt with and how switching to a Jewish school made things better for him. (00:44:23 - 00:59:19) They trio then talks life post-October 7th, how it changed Zach's identity, his decision to take on this activist role and how his previous producing experience helped him to get to where he is now. He shares about his spirituality journey and also the disappointment he felt when a lot of his heroes let him down in the wake of October 7th. (00:59:19 - 01:06:55) The conversation pivots to Jewish dating, where the trio discusses the varying issues surrounding dating within the community. They also talk about all the Jewish events happening and the fatigue that can sometimes arise from the non-stop parties and fundraisers. He shares a funny story about people not recognizing him when he dressed as himself for a Halloween party. (01:06:55 - 01:16:50) Getting back into Zach's work, they discuss his street interviews and he shares about some surprisingly positive conversations he's had during filming. (01:16:50 - 01:37:22) They then dive deep in Zach's most dangerous video, Wild Wild West Bank. They find out how he was able to film there, what it was like, and how he was eventually able to recover footage that he was forced to delete when his life was being threatened. (01:37:22 - 01:46:45) Zach gives his two cents on how to be an activist and how to use your skills to help with the cause. They end with a game of Cute or Cringe.

You can follow Schmuckboys on social media @schmuckboysofficial and keep up with Zach @zach.sage on Instagram and TikTok.

The first guest episode of Season 4 is here! With a lot of new listeners, Marla and Libby give you a quick introduction of themselves before giving their relationship updates of the week. They then welcome Chloe Hechter! Chloe has recently blown up on TikTok and Instagram spreading laughs through classic Jewish summer camp and college life skits. She talks about how she's navigated growing her following while trying posting both Jewish and secular content. Libby and her share in the meaningfulness of having partners who are supportive of their content creation. She talks about growing her page, imposter syndrome, and how being a theater kid has helped her. Chloe also explains how she deals with hate on her videos. They then talk about common issues in Jewish dating and how to deal with them. She then shares some crazy dating stories and about her Jewish identity. They end with a camp version of Cute or Cringe.

You can follw Chloe @chloehechterr and the podcast @schmuckboysofficial

Welcome back to Season 4! In this first episode, we welcome a new co-host....well sort-of. Mazel Tov is in order as Libby Amber Walker is now Libby Amber Shayo! This episode Libby goes into all the details of her wedding day, from funny jokes, to the nerves, to the advice she was glad she followed. Tune in now!

On what might be the last episode of Season 3, the schmuckgirls are giving you all the updates! Libby recaps her fun bachelorette weekend in Atlantic City. Marla gives updates on getting back into the dating game. And for their last episode, they bring IDF reservist, activist and educator, Noy Leyb. Noy talks about the positive he's seen come out of a post-Otober 7th world and how the Jewish community has come togther. They also discuss the fatigue that many are feeling in many areas though. He shares about hiss Jewish upbringing and the different antisemitism he faced growing up in Canada. They then discuss how he came to be a name in the Jewish activist space and the pros and cons that have come from it. He talks about how he was able to share content while in Gaza by sending videos to a content team he created. The trio then talk about Jewish dating post-October 7th and Noy also shares about the difficulties of trying to date during war time. They also share about the focus that Jews put on celebrating and staying positive even through difficult times. Noy ends by sharing his definition of Schmuckboy.

You can follow Noy @noyleyb and follow Schmuckboys @schmuckboysofficial

The Schmuckgirls are back with their first duo episode! Before getting into it with their guests, the girls give updates on their lives from wedding planning and dating. This week they bring on Michael Valdes aka Hot Jewish Energy and Danielle Brody aka Jews in Doodles, host of Mitzvah or Shanda and together the two of them co-wrote "Hot Jewish Hanukkah." In their updates, Danielle reveals a new serious relationship and their meet-cute and Michael explains the dynamic of paying on dates within the gay community. The duo explains how they connected through the internet and immediately hit it off in their comedy creator minds. They collaborated on "Hot Jewish Hanukkah" - a funny modern version of the Hanukkah story made for adults. Michael and Danielle both share about their Jewish journeys. Michael grew up in a more religious world, but never felt he fully fit being part Cuban and part Persian. Building his online presence though, he started to reconnect to his Jewish identity. And it's been his goal for everyone to feel welcome in the Jewish community no matter who they are. Danielle grew up less religious but got more connected to her Judaism after going on birthright. They then take turns sharing some of their wildest Jewish geography stories. Danielle and Michael go on to share about some of the issues within the Jewish dating world. Connecting to the current state of the world, they then discuss how they balance their fun/comedic content with also addressing antisemitism. Michael then shares about his hope and dreams of peace and how he just wants to help shed light. They also share things they wish non-Jews understood about Jews. They end with a game of Hot or Not.

You can find Michael on Instagram @hotjewishenergy. Danielle Brody @jewsindoodles and Schmuckboys @schmuckboysofficial

Marla and Libby have been beyond busy but they're back with another great episode of Schmukboys. Libby shares about how her wedding planning has been going so far, busy but exciting as they're planning a wedding in just 5 months. From engagement party to wedding dress shopping, there's been lots to do. Libby also shares about her fun experience celebrating her bithday and attending Camp Nai Nai Nai, a weekend of Jewish summer camp for adults. She also talks about the scary experience of visiting the Nova Festival memorial exhibit in NYC on the same day that there were people protesting violently outside. Marla and Libby talk about the importance of being proudly Jewish during this time and how it adds another layer of meaningfulness during this time. Marla then shares about her updates on she's been focusing on work and putting dating a bit on the back burner. She then shares a crazy Jewish geography story about her and her friends meeting a a random Jewish guy in Vegas, going to his wedding at 4AM and then seeing him at Shavuot dinner weeks later. The girls then welcome their guest, Sean Hurwitz, a guitarist for Smash Mouth, Enrique Iglesias, and Nick Carter just to name a few. Sean talks about feeling a lot of support for the Jewish people while on tour with Nick Carter in South America and how he was pleasantly surprised. He then shares about growing up in Israel in a somewhat religious family and how religious or not, the culture in Israel is just being Jewish. They then discuss how he met his wife through OkCupid and about what's okay or not okay when it comes to complimenting other people when you're in a relationship. Sean talks about finding his love for music through his parents but also through the movie Back to the Future. He talks about how to be successful and how he built up his career through networking, helping, and connecting to others. Sean dives deeper into his experiences playing with different bands and shares some of his most memorable moments, like playing with Smash Mouth in New Zealand and with Enrique igleases in Israel. He also talks about playing for the troops in Iraq, and how that was a crazy experience for him because as a child in Israel, he would have to go into bomb shelters when Iraq was attacking Israel and then 20 years later seeing Saddam Hussein's palace. They talk about the silence from music industry after October 7th. The group ends with a game of cute or cringe and a short discussion on what is Schmuckboy.

The Schmuckgirls have BIG news this week. MAZEL MAZEL because Libby and Jack are engaged! A full debrief episode to come, but in the meantime Libby gives a little preview of how the engagement went down. Marla shares dating updates from the past month. The girls discuss dating app profiles and common mistakes that men make. Marla also shares her comparison between dating in NY vs. LA.

This week they welcome Mikey Greenblatt, aka jewishvibes on Instagram. Mike starts by sharing the meet cute of meeting his girlfriend on a line not to be confused with online. He shares his strong options against gold Jewish star chains and suggested men wear kippers because that's what made his girlfriend like him. He talks about his Jewish journey and how going to yeshiva in Israel guided him down a more religious path. He discusses about how he got to be involved with the popular jewishvibes instagram page and how him and his co-creator realized there was a market for modern-orthodox Jewish comedy. He talks about he doesn't love the typical bagel and lox comedy and thinks it's overdone. He talks about his stand up journey, starting, ending it, and ultimately choosing to get back into it. He talks about how Eli Lebowicz inspired him and showed him you can bring Orthodox Judaism into comedy and how the two of them and Ami Kozak started JSketch. He talks about how he enjoys performing Jewish comedy for non jews because he gets to educate them and humanize judaism. He talks about the importance of being funny about Judaism without bashing judaism. He shares about his connection to torah and how it also helps make him a better comedian. He shares that the likes content but that it also hurts society. When it comes to social media, he feels that people will find anything to get angry about and he usually ignores the comments. He talks about dating in the Jewish community, specifically on the UES and in the modern-orthodox world. They end with a game of mensch or schmuck.

You can follow Mikey and his comedic journey at @jewishvibes and @jsketch on instagram.

After a brief break due to Marla's last minute trip to Israel, the girls are back and didn't want to make you wait until a Thursday release. Libby shares about Maxine's wedding, Purim festivities and fun restaurant experiences. Marla shares about her trip to Israel and updates in her dating life. This week the girls are thrilled to welcome Carly Weinstein!

She talks about Jewish geography and her typical NYC dating life. She shares about how she went from competing in gymnastics to starting her first blog in high school and kept it going through college even when other people looked down upon her for it. She also talks about the importance of being honest and vulnerable on social media especially with how difficult the internet can be. The Schmuckgirls dive into Carly's Jewish background and she shares about what her Jewish identity looked like as a kid versus now as well as the importance of her Jewish culture and how she made friends with Israelis through a penpal program. She also shares insight into how Jewish creators have fought back against antisemitism on TikTok. They end with a game of Cute or Cringe.

You can find Carly on Instagram @carly_weinstein and Schmuckboys @schmuckboysofficial.

This week, the Schmuckgirls are happy to have on Philly influencer and content creator - Brandon Edelman aka Bran_flakezz. (Please note - this episode was recorded prior to Oct 7th.) With 605K followers on TikTok, we discussed how he got into content creation, getting over those initial nerves of people you know seeing your videos, and making the jump from a full-time job to full-time creation. He spoke about his experience filming on the Barstool reality TV show, Project Verified, where he ended up making it to the top 2. The trio discuss how reality TV has changed over the years as well as how to deal with burnout as a creator and how to set up certain boundaries when sharing about your personal life online. Brandon then shares about his funny meet-cute with his boyfriend, Josue. They also discuss recognizing when you might have to seek out new spaces and friends to meet the type of people you're interested in. Brandon shares about dating and finding support within the LGBTQ+ space. He also shares about how Birthright helped him to reconnect to his Judaism and remind him of the importance of the community it gives you. They end with a game of Cute or Cringe.

You can find Schmuckboys on instagram @schmuckboysofficial or email them at [email protected] and you can find Brandon on Instagram and TikTok @bran_flakezz