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Being Jewish with Jonah Platt

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt

By: Jonah Platt
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 Being Jewish with Jonah Platt is the hit weekly podcast that illuminates the vast, beautiful, and often unexplored tapestry of Jewish identity, through deeply honest and personal conversations with notable Jews and non-Jewish allies alike. Hosted by actor & advocate Jonah Platt, a trusted expert in contemporary Jewish culture, identity, and politics, Being Jewish seeks to engage, educate, and empower listeners to take full ownership of their identities and live as their proudest, most authentic selves. 2025 Webby Honoree | Podcasts - Best Indie Podcast 2025 Wilbur Award WinnerJonah Platt Social Sciences
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  • "Call Me by Your Name" Author André Aciman - A "Jew of Discretion" Struggles with Sephardic Identity

    "Call Me by Your Name" Author André Aciman - A "Jew of Discretion" Struggles with Sephardic Identity
    Jun 3 2025
    Watch Being Jewish on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcastSubscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter:bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletterFor Sponsorships, please email:Jonah@JonahPlatt.comTo contact us & all things BJJP:www.BeingJewishPodcast.comFollow Jonah on:Instagram - @JonahPlattX - @JonahPlattFollow Being Jewish on:Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcastTikTok - @BeingJewishJonah Platt sits down with celebrated author André Aciman, the literary voice behind the beloved novel Call Me By Your Name, in this intimate and illuminating conversation. Known for his lyrical prose and deep explorations of longing, identity, and exile, Aciman opens up about his Sephardic Jewish heritage, his family's displacement from Egypt, Turkey, Syria, Spain, and the Dalmatian Coast, and how a lifelong sense of otherness has shaped his storytelling.Together, they dive into the emotional layers of young love, memory, and spiritual yearning that define Aciman’s most iconic works. He also shares behind-the-scenes insights into his latest book, Room on the Sea, and teases what’s next in his creative journey.Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his world, this episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt offers a rare glimpse into the mind of one of our most thoughtful contemporary writers.Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editors: Patrick Edwards & 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 BellSign Up For “One Mitzvah A Day”MENTIONED IN EPISODEDarwin’s Finches & What It Means About Evolution Evolutionary Theory & Natural Selection Explained Charles Darwin’s Exploration on the HMS BeagleJews of Discretion by Andre Aciman Andre Aciman’s CUNY ProfileCall Me By Your Name by Andre AcimanCall Me By Your Name Book Review by The New York TimesFind Me by Andre Aciman Preorder Room on The Sea by Andre AcimanListen to Room on The Sea on AudiobookListen to The Gentleman From Peru by Andre AcimanListen to Mariana by Andre AcimanRoman Year: A Memoir by Andre AcimanOut of Egypt by Andre AcimanFalse Papers by Andre AcimanHarvard Square by Andre AcimanEight White Nights by Andre AcimanWatch Call Me By Your Name FilmWhat is Ladino? Understanding the Spanish-Judeo LanguageWho Are Sephardic Jews?Jewish Population in EgyptThe Fascinating History of Jews in EgyptWho Was Gamal Abdel Nasser (Former President of Egypt)?Who Are The Coptic Christians of Egypt?History of Jewish Expulsion from the Middle East & North Africa Who was poet John Keats?The Non-Catholic Cemetery in RomeNew Yorker Article on the Writing of Marcel Proust
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    1 hr
  • Listening to Anti-Israel Jews & “The Babka King” Chris Caresnone

    Listening to Anti-Israel Jews & “The Babka King” Chris Caresnone
    May 27 2025

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    Hey Podcast People! In this FLAVORFUL and heartfelt episode, Jonah is joined by rising social media sensation Chris Caresnone — a Black, non-Jewish content creator known for his hilarious multicultural food adventures and cross-cultural humor.

    Together, they dive into the vibrant culinary culture of Los Angeles, sampling iconic Jewish foods from Sephardic pastries to Wagyu shawarma, and more. As Chris shares his transformational journey from unknown content creator to beloved bridge builder, the conversation turns to identity, resilience, and how food can break barriers and foster community.

    What you'll hear in this episode:

    • Chris Chris Caresnone’s unique path through the world of digital content
    • A tour of Jewish culinary traditions through a modern lens
    • Real talk about multiculturalism, belonging, and personal growth
    • A hilarious food-focused game Jonah invented just for Chris!
    • Sneak peeks into Chris's next delicious destinations

    Whether you're a foodie, a fan of Jewish culture, or just love a good origin story with laughs and heart, this episode delivers.

    Host & Production Team

    Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editors: Patrick Edwards & 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 EPISODE

    • Sign Up For One Mitzvah A Day!
    • The Four C’s - Episode 6 of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt
    • Chris Caresnone’s Instagram
    • Chris Caresnone’s TikTok Page
    • Borekas Sephardic Pastries
    • Recapping Jonah’s Event at Am Shalom in Glencoe, Illinois
    • Avi-Cue
    • Chef Aviyad Yalin & Avi Cue
    • Kenny Hamilton on Being Jewish with Jonah Platt
    • Jonah Discusses His Journey with ADHD
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Special Bonus Episode! An interview on "Unholy" featuring Jonah Platt

    Special Bonus Episode! An interview on "Unholy" featuring Jonah Platt
    May 23 2025

    Watch Being Jewish on YouTube:
    www.youtube.com/@beingjewishpodcast

    Subscribe to the Being Jewish Newsletter:
    bit.ly/beingjewishnewsletter

    For Sponsorships, please email:
    Jonah@JonahPlatt.com

    To contact us & all things BJJP:
    www.BeingJewishPodcast.com

    Follow Jonah on:
    Instagram - @JonahPlatt
    X - @JonahPlatt

    Follow Being Jewish on:
    Instagram - @BeingJewishPodcast
    TikTok - @BeingJewish

    We're dropping in a compelling conversation from the Unholy podcast, hosted by Jonathan Freedland and Yonit Levi, featuring our very own Jonah Platt.

    Jonah dives into the need for stronger Jewish community security, the tensions within families and institutions, and how Hollywood and college campuses are wrestling with Jewish identity. He also shares why he sees signs of a modern Jewish renaissance—and what gives him hope.

    This thoughtful, wide-ranging interview reflects the heart of Being Jewish: honest dialogue, cultural insight, and voices that matter.

    Tune in and share—it’s one you won’t want to miss.

    Connect with UnHoly
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    32 mins

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