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Episodes 116

Avg. Duration 34m

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Since Jan 2023

Latest Episode Feb 2025

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About This Podcast

What is a bad jew? What does it take to not be one? Is it anti-Semitic to say? Or is it just a phrase that Jews use to cruelly judge one another? Chaz Volk, a newly observant Jew, shares that the greatest way to embrace your identity is to question everything. And we mean EVERYTHING! Chaz questions the Torah, law, politics, standards, communities and even G-d itself in this confrontational and edgy show. About Chaz: Chaz Volk grew up in Thousand Oaks, California where he began Torah studies until he was Bar Mitzva'ed at Temple Etz Chaim. From a young age, he was very aware of his uniqueness and how he was the token-Jew outside of Jewish settings. In middle school, Chaz experienced his first taste of antisemitism which brought him closer to his identity, despite his adversaries' wishes. Later, he'd attend San Francisco State University, where he'd get deeply involved at SF Hillel as a volunteer and intern. SFSU's social climate and its perspective on Jews and Zionism became clear from an early point. He'd later become the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit known today as Volk v. CSU Board of Trustees. In this class action case, Chaz Volk and his representation won. Since then, Chaz has proudly immersed himself in his identity and partaken in communities across southern California. Most recently, Chaz's emotional awakening occurred on an organized trip to Israel. There he adopted new practices that he instilled in his lifestyle to this day. Today, he's a volunteer and frequent of Aish HaTorah's programming and plans to use this show to promote their programs, events, and resources along with valuable Jewish teachings. Want to engage with our online WhatsApp community? Email: [email protected] Brand partnership: [email protected] IG: @badjewpod TikTok: @badjewpod

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Recent Episodes

REVENGE - SEASON FINALE (a shiur by Chaz Volk)

Feb 26, 2025 38m

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How Does Torah STOP Depression? with Ari Gutman

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What Is Tefillin? with Sruly Meyer

Feb 05, 2025 54m

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Why Are New Beginnings Difficult? with Rabbi Benzion Klatzko

Jan 22, 2025 26m

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What Is The Psychology of Judaism? with Rabbi Daniel Sher

Jan 15, 2025 33m

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What is The Zohar? with Rabbi Natan Halevy

Jan 08, 2025 36m

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THE MEANING OF LIFE (Chaz Volk's Going Away Speech)

Jan 01, 2025 14m

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How is Hannukah Zionist? with Ari Lesser

Dec 25, 2024 35m

The holiday of Hannukah is here! We often remember it for the 8 nights of gift-giving, latkes, donuts, and dreidels. However, there's so much more to the holiday and honestly, it's essential you…

Why Do Jews Care About Money? with Rachel Grose

Dec 18, 2024 31m

Jews have a specific relationship with money that others tend to blow out of proportion. Some Jews go out of their way to make fun of this antisemitic trope by turning themselves into caricatures in…

Is Vegan Kosher? with Rabbi Akiva Gersh

Dec 11, 2024 43m

It's been mentioned on this podcast a few times now - Chaz is Vegan. And while he has gotten a few raised eyebrows for his dietary preferences, he has tried to explain the Jewish implications of it.…

How Are Jews Connected to Israel? with Daniel Elbaum

Dec 04, 2024 37m

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What Is Radical Amazement? with Rabbi Alex Kress

Nov 27, 2024 34m

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Where Do Jews Get Hope? with Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback

Nov 20, 2024 37m

It's been acknowledged on this podcast many times - It's not been an easy year for Jews. Yet, you have to acknowledge the fact that this also isn't the hardest year for Jews either. Is that the only…

Have Young Jews Forgotten Who They Are? with Alissa Bernstein and David Hazony

Nov 13, 2024 41m

What's the matter with kids today? Jewish youth is either the most connected or disconnected demographic of the Jewish population. If you're ages 18 - 35, you're a part of an inconsistent…

Why Do Mentors Matter for Jews? with Cari Uslan

Nov 06, 2024 30m

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How Should Jews Vote This Election? with Z.E. Silver

Nov 05, 2024 49m

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Does Jewish Matchmaking Work? with Gabi Koyenov

Oct 30, 2024 38m

Dating is a stressful and exhausting process. It's often romanticized (no pun intended) as this cutesy, lovely gathering when really it's a trial in the spotlight of your future that determines…

What Is The Real Story of Simchat Torah? with Ben Berger

Oct 23, 2024 30m

Are the high holidays over yet? NOPE! We got one more (two more if you count Shemini Etzeret - the holiday where we ask God for rain). Mainly, Simchat Torah is everyone's focus. This festive holiday…

Why Do Jews Shake Sticks and Fruits? with Rabbi Yitz Jacobs

Oct 16, 2024 32m

Sukkot is upon us! Does that mean we like camping? Well we do but this holiday is less about camping and more about commemorating the 40 years Jews lived in temporary shelters while wandering the…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Bad Jew have?

Bad Jew has published 116 episodes since January 2023, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Judaism.

Is Bad Jew still active?

Bad Jew is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 34m.

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