Schmuckboys

After a brief hiatus, the schmuckgirls are back with an episode you won't want to miss! Libby shares about her experience at a content creator event and upcoming celebrations for the big 25. Marla gives some big updates in the dating department and the two discuss dating a nice guy vs. the right guy. She also talks about her recent trip to Spain with Olami, meeting Jews from all over the world. The girls then bring in the first guest in their series of bringing on the cast of Jewish Matchmaking, the amazing Cindy Seni!Starting off, Cindy discusses how rockets flying into Israel affect dating and how it forces people to get creative when you can't always go out but also don't want a date at home. They also discuss Aleeza's term "mystery in your history" about whether there might still be a connection in Cindy's past. Cindy then shares about her experience moving to Israel and the girls talk about how Americans and Israelis feel about living in each other's countries. Cindy then talks about how she first got acquainted with Jewish Matchmaking, whether she had been into reality tv prior to the show and her previous experiences with matchmaking. She also discusses working with Aleeza and what she's taken away from her experience on the show. The girls also talk about the importance of the show as a way to portray Jews in a positive light as well as their connection to Israel. They end with a game of "Aleeza Approved or Bye!" You can find Schmuckboys on Instagram @schmuckboysofficial and Cindy @israelwithcindy. Send all your dating questions, stories, advice to [email protected]

This week Libby and Marla give their usual updates and they are extra ecstatic for their guest! Jack Shayo AKA Libby's boyfriend joins the girls this week for a fun episode. He tells the story of how him and Libby met and gives an interesting perspective on how he was persistent, in a cute not cring-ey, kind of way when they first started talking. Jack discusses his opinions on dating apps, having never been on them himself and also shares about what it's been like to date someone with a growing social media presence. Libby and Jack share advice for couples that are in the first couple years of their relationships and what they think are the top 3 most important things to have with your partner. The trio finishes off with a game called "Couples Competition" where Marla tests how well Libby and Jack know each other.

The Schmuckgirls are back this week with some fun updates and discuss how the Passover holiday went. They then bring on the hilarious comedian, Eli Leonard. They debate how far away should an ex move after you break up. Eli shares about his journey to become an actor and comedian and talks about his time working on Curb Your Enthusiasm. He even shares some fun stories about his best moments working with celebrities. He also talks about the importance of making the most of an opportunity when it's handed to you. The trio also discuss performing to more religious audiences and Eli shares about his experience navigating that for the first time. They also talk about developing Jewish identities and Eli talks about antisemitism in the world of comedy and how he's dealt with non-Jewish comedians making jokes that he didn't think were their place to make. The group ends with a fun game of "Cute or Cringe."

This week, we're giving you a treat of one whole hour of just the Schmuckgirls! They discuss the continuation of engagement season and the start of wedding season. They also talk about the new Instagram verification, kosher hechsher drama, the holiness of the month of Nissan and debate how difficult it is to keep Passover. Libby and Marla also share how their own Jewish identity has grown since they first started the podcast. The girls go on to discuss immediate fireworks vs. a slow burn when dating, and how to know how long you should continue to date someone. They also talk about the lasting effects of the pandemic and people's abilities to be social digitally vs. IRL. Marla and Libby go on to debate how difficult a relationship should be before recognizing that maybe this person isn't for you, the importance of your partner being in your life but not being your life and of how to avoid being jealous of your friends.

Marla and Libby are back this week with a B-I-G announcement! Their good friend (and your former co-host) has reached a major milestone in her relationship! With engagement season in full swing, the Schmuckgirls discuss what conversations couple's should be having before popping the question. and what not to ask couples attending engagement parties. The girls then give their Purim recaps and discuss why people's actions don't always line up with their words. Libby and Marla give their dating updates and discuss the topic of being a serial dater.

The Schmuckgirls then welcome the amazing co-host of American-ish, Adela Cojab. They start off learning about Adela's Jewish identity and discussing the traditions of different types of Jews. She also shares how she went from not wanting to be the "Jewish girl" in college to suing NYU for antisemitism and how that lead her down the path of becoming an activist and soon-to-be lawyer. The three talk about antisemitism on college campuses and Adela gives advice on how students should deal with it. Adela then talks to the girls about how her and co-host, Mariam Wahba, started their podcast, American-ish, where they discuss a variety of topics, often related to being the daughters of immigrants. They then discuss how having a public platform can affect dating lives and end with a game of "Mensch or Schmuckboy."

You can find Schmuckboys on Instagram @schmuckboysofficial and email them at [email protected]

Libby and Marla are back this week, pushing through nasal issues to give you a great episode. Libby discusses her realistic experience with deviated septum surgery and gives her opinion on the Haley/Selena drama. Marla gives her date updates of the week. The two briefly discuss whether you should say something to a friend when they start dating someone that lacks a trait you know is important to them. The girls then welcome personal coach and public speaker, Kevin Nahai! Kevin shares his own personal deep story that helped lead him to where he is today. They discuss whether there is a sense of pressure to date when you're in a certain industry. Kevin gives his opinion on what he thinks are the the biggest issues within dating and Jewish dating. He talks about the difficulties that come with working with people sharing traumatic experiences. They end with a game of Cute or Cringe.

This week Libby and Marla give some exciting updates, debate coffee dates vs. drink dates, discuss Jewish mother's attitudes towards their kid's failed dating experiences and welcome on the wonderful Dalya aka TheSouthernYid to Schmuckboys! Dalya brings a new and interesting perspective this week, talking about her experiences growing up Jewish in the south. She shares about her journey with Judaism and how her observance has changed over time. The girls also discuss the differences in Jewish life and dating between a small town in the south with few Jews v.s. in the UWS of NYC where Dalya has recently moved. She also shares her love for cooking and how she has grown her following on TikTok. The girls also discuss assimilation and end with a game of "Cute or Cringe."

The Schmuckgirls are back this week with one of New York's most popular (and positive) social leaders, Liv Schreiber. Starting off Liv shares a bit about the importance of deciphering between real friends and fake friends. She then shares about how she first got her start in the fashion world, what it was like starting a business with her twin and how NYC's "Hot & Social" came to be. Marla and Libby are blown away by one story Liv shares about a life-changing decision. Liv also talks about her connection with Judaism and Israel and how she's found a balance in sharing about those topics along with the other content she posts. The girls also discuss the positive and negative effects of social media and how it can affect your dating life as well. They end with a special edition of "Cute or Cringe" - designed specifically for Liv.

Marla and Libby start of this week's episode with their usual updates, They discuss bad first dates and dating multiple people at once, before welcoming their wonderful guest, Eliad Cohen. Eliad shares about how he got his start in modeling and what he learned from his experiences in the IDF (Israeli Defense Force). He also discusses with the girls his coming out journey and how he dealt with the realization that he was gay. Eliad also discusses how he navigates being a part of both the Jewish and gay community. He shares some really meaningful experiences that helped him see how impactful his work can be. The three end with a game of Hot or Not, an impromptu game of "Jeans or No", and "Cute or Cringe."

The Schmuckgirls are back for 2023! They are bringing you some exciting updates including the craziest Jewish meet-cute you've ever heard. They briefly talk about the unrealistic expectations of New Year's Eve, ordering food on dates, and the importance of setting boundaries when you and your date aren't looking for the same thing. Marla and Libby also formally announce that their line of merch is now live! Their guest this week is none other than super star, Jonah Platt, known for his many roles across theater and television. The three discuss what it was like for Platt to grow up in an entertainment family, his experience as a theater kid and how his siblings have avoided being competitive with each other. They also dive into Platt's Jewish background and how that has driven him to become an activist for Jews and Israel both in real life and on social media. For the first time on the show, the girls discusses the topic of converting to Judaism. Platt shares his perspective and tips on the best way to bring up conversion with a non-Jewish partner when you know it's something that's important to you.