Episodes 22
Avg. Duration 1h 1m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 3.0 (2)
Since Jul 2025
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
73%
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About This Podcast

Hosted by Daniel Schwartz & Simona Bogode of the Chicago Jewish Alliance, Jew & Stew dives into what it means to be Jewish on the front lines—whether that's in advocacy, academia, or the ongoing fight against antisemitism in all its forms. This podcast explores the moments where taking a stand matters most, even when it's easier to stay silent. Thought-provoking, honest, and rooted in Jewish identity, Jew & Stew invites you to pull up a chair and join the conversation. Let's get into it.

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Recent Episodes

Belonging, Service and Strength - Finding resilience in moments that test us w/ Josh Andre

Mar 20, 2026 1h 9m

00:00 Live Studio Kick-Off & Why Josh Matters 04:30 Identity Shift After October 7 07:30 First Trip to Israel & Identity Awakening 12:30 Fighting to Join the IDF 17:00 Elite Unit Tryouts…

From Miniskirt to Hijab: A Girl in Revolutionary Iran w/ Jacqueline Saper

Mar 04, 2026 1h 13m

00:00 Introduction to Jacqueline 00:01 Jacqueline on Growing Up in 1960’s Tehran 01:41 Iran’s “Golden Era” for Minorities 03:49 Jewish Life in Iran (Schools, Community) 06:40 Iran–Israel Ties…

Unity Beats Division w/ Pas. Corey Brooks

Feb 18, 2026 53m

00:00 Introduction and Background of Pastor Corey Brooks06:17 The Call to Ministry and Personal Journey12:00 Overcoming Victimhood Mentality17:25 The Walk Across America Initiative25:40 Challenges…

Heroes, Hope & Hard Truths w/ Yuval David

Jan 28, 2026 1h 9m

00:00 — A Meeting of Minds 01:05 — Raised by Heroes 03:28 — The Power of Jewish Education 05:55 — A Friendship That Changed History 07:56 — Survival Through Purpose 10:18 — Love Born in the…

Soft Diplomacy in a Hard Moment w/ Dr. Delphine Gamburg

Jan 14, 2026 58m

00:00 Introduction 02:24 Jewish Identity in France11:06 Making Aliyah and Life in Israel16:25 Diplomatic Career and Family Life18:41 Role of the Consulate in the Midwest20:42 Controversial Street…

Voice of Resilience: Jewish Advocacy & Grassroots Power w/ Pamela Scheinman

Dec 23, 2025 1h 10m

Recorded on October 15, this episode of Jew & Stew features Pamela Scheinman, speaking from Netanya, Israel, in the emotional aftermath of a hostage release and amid ongoing concerns about the…

Beyond the Boundary : Alli’s story of speaking up when it’s easier to stay quiet w/ Allison Tombros Korman

Dec 12, 2025 1h 10m

00:00 – Welcome & Introductions00:33 – Growing Up Jewish in Upstate New York02:02 – Family Heritage & Identity03:31 – Jewish Traditions That Shaped Alli06:13 – Hebrew School & Bat Mitzvah…

Faith, Feminism & Freedom- Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll on reclaiming women’s voices in Judaism

Nov 26, 2025 1h

00:00 Introduction to Shoshanna's Activism03:02 Shoshanna's Childhood and Family Background06:04 The Impact of Holocaust Trauma08:39 Cultural Identity and Religious Education11:46 Journey to Israel…

Rhymes, Roots & Redemption w/ Kosha Dillz on ‘Bring the Family Home’”

Nov 14, 2025 1h 6m

00:00 Kosha Dillz: A Journey Through Identity02:56 The Role of Sports in Jewish Identity05:55 The Evolution of Kosha Dillz: From Rapping to Comedy08:59 The Catalyst for Creativity: First Steps on…

Pain, Purpose & Hope - Sami Steigmann on surviving the Holocaust and inspiring the next generation

Nov 04, 2025 57m

00:00 Introduction to Truth and Upstanding02:38 Personal Experiences of the Holocaust05:25 Life in Israel and Military Service08:28 Reflections on the Holocaust and Its Impact11:19 The Importance of…

Faith, Fire & Purpose w/ Yocheved Kim Ruttenberg

Oct 15, 2025 1h 5m

00:00 Childhood in an Orthodox Jewish Home02:50 Navigating Identity and Assimilation05:53 The Impact of Divorce on Faith09:08 Reconnecting with Judaism11:57 The Role of Chabad in Jewish Life15:03…

Betrayal, Renewal & Rethinking Leadership after Oct 7 w/ Dr Charles Jacobs

Oct 07, 2025 1h 1m

00:00 The Ongoing Slave Trade: A Historical Perspective 02:52 The Role of Jewish Identity in Activism 05:56 The Response to Modern Slavery and Human Rights 08:56 Building Alliances Against Oppression…

Survivor’s Daughter to Global Advocate - Peggy Shapiro’s Legacy

Sep 24, 2025 1h

00:00 The Importance of Jewish Alliances 02:08 Peggy's Family History and Holocaust Survival 09:29 Celebrating Life After Tragedy 11:01 Navigating Jewish Identity Post-War 18:50 Understanding Modern…

Teaching Firearms Skills, Building Jewish Strength w/ Gayle Pearlstein

Sep 10, 2025 52m

00:00 Introduction and Background02:54 Jewish Identity and Growing Up04:45 Becoming a Firearms Instructor10:47 The Shift in Jewish Consciousness14:23 Training and Comfort with Firearms25:35 The Birth…

Life as a Lone Soldier: Maxwell Long on Courage, Community & Truth

Aug 27, 2025 1h

00:00 Max's Journey to Israel 11:08 Life as a Lone Soldier 22:39 Advocacy and the Narrative 35:20 Taking a Stand on Campus 36:37 The Connection Between Dogs and Palestine 38:49 Engaging in Civil…

From Tragedy to Advocacy – Fighting Antisemitism After October 7th w/ Dr Andrew Zeidman

Aug 19, 2025 50m

00:00 The Catalyst for Advocacy02:45 The Impact of October 7th05:55 Understanding Antisemitism's Evolution08:57 The Political Landscape in New York11:53 The Role of Media in Shaping Narratives14:58…

Jewish. Proud. Unapologetic. | Sammy Yahood Unfiltered

Aug 13, 2025 57m

00:00 Introduction to Jewish Advocacy03:09 Personal Journey and Identity06:00 The Importance of Self-Defense and Education08:54 Experiences at Anti-Israel Rallies11:58 The Role of a Maccabee14:54…

Viral, Jewish, and Hilarious: Shahar Cohen’s Journey

Aug 06, 2025 54m

0:00 Introduction to Shahar Cohen  2:30 From Economics to Comedy  5:00 The Role of Humor in Resistance  8:15 Cultural Commentary and Identity  12:00 Nofar: The Iconic Character  15:45 Navigating…

How One Student Took on Campus Antisemitism: Lessons from DePaul University w/ Michael Kaminsky

Jul 29, 2025 42m

00:00 Introduction to Michael Kaminsky and His Journey00:58 Building Jewish Identity and Activism at DePaul02:59 The First Pro-Israel Rally: A Community Response05:54 Challenges Faced: Encampments…

Black - Jewish Solidarity in Action : Pastor Dumisani Washington & The Chicago Jewish Alliance

Jul 15, 2025 1h 8m

In this powerful episode, Daniel & Simona sit down with Pastor Dumisani Washington, founder of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI), for a thought-provoking conversation on…

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