Ashamed to Admit

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Are you ashamed to admit you're not across the big issues and events affecting Jews in Australia, Israel and around the Jewish world?In this new podcast from online publication The Jewish Independent, Your Third Cousin Tami Sussman and TJI's Dashiel Lawrence tackle the week's 'Chewiest and Jewiest' topics. 

  1. 03/12/2025

    Israel, it's Time to Dream Again – a conversation with Sir Mick Davis and Mike Prashker

    In this one-off interview, TJI's Editor-in-Chief Deborah Stone speaks with Sir Mick Davis and Mike Prashker, founders of The London Initiative—a global network connecting Jewish leaders across the diaspora. They discuss the threat of illiberalism in Israel and what the diaspora's role should be in defending Israeli democracy. Ashamed to Admit returns in January 2026 with Tami Sussman and a soon-to-be-announced co-host.  Watch the episode in video: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/reviving-israels-liberal-democracy Read Sir Mick's address to The Great Synagogue: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/we-must-speak-out-for-a-democratic-fair-peace-seeking-israel Our editorial: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/israel-decline-democracy-protest You won’t regret subscribing to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    32 min

  2. 24/11/2025

    Season 3 finale: Secret Scandalous Family Histories

    For this Season 3 finale, their very last episode as co-hosts, Tami and Dash balance the over/undersharing scale by delving into Dash’s secret and scandalous family history. They discover that there’s more than one way to define a “Jewish Family.”  Ashamed to Admit will continue as a podcast AND a vodcast in 2026 with a new co-host joining Tami in the studio. Follow TJI on Instagram for more intel.  Read the full article: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/jewish-ancestry-barnett-family You won’t regret subscribing to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Tami and Dash on Instagram: tami_sussman_bits and dashiel_and_pascoe X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    34 min

  3. 06/10/2025

    Bearing Witness on October 7th with Nova Festival Survivor Natalie Sanandaji

    On the second anniversary of October 7th, host Tami Sussman sits down with Nova Festival survivor Natalie Sanandaji, an Iranian-American Jewish woman who narrowly escaped the Hamas attacks.  Natalie discusses her transformation from New York real estate professional to full-time advocate fighting antisemitism, her unique perspective as someone with both Israeli and Iranian heritage and why she believes this conflict extends far beyond Israel and Palestine.  She opens up about survivor's guilt, the responsibility she feels to speak for those who can't, and the surprising support she's received from the Iranian diaspora. Tami and Natalie discuss the vital importance of bearing witness, the broader threats to women and minorities and why breaking out of echo chambers is essential for meaningful change. Follow Natalie and her incredible work: https://www.instagram.com/natalie.sanandaji/?hl=en Footage of Natalie being reunited with Moshe Saati who saved her life on Oct 7:  https://edition.cnn.com/videos/world/2023/12/21/exp-nova-festival-reunion-will-ripley-pkg-122112aseg2-cnni-world.cnn A special thank you to the National Council of Jewish Women  You can follow Tami here Read and listen to more from The Jewish Independent X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    38 min

  4. 17/09/2025

    Legacy, Leadership, and the Long Game: Rabbis Jeffrey Kamins and Jacqueline Ninio

    At Australia's largest congregation, Emanuel Synagogue, a historic transition is underway as the High Holy Days approach. Longstanding Senior Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins has announced he is passing the metaphorical shofar to Rabbi Jacqueline Nino. Tami and Dash sat down with this wise and inspiring rabbinic duo to discuss legacy, leadership, and how Jeffrey has played 'the long game.'  Oh, and Tami and Dash have an announcement of their own!  You won’t regret subscribing to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Tami and Dash on Instagram: tami_sussman_bits and dashiel_and_pascoe X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    45 min

  5. 09/09/2025

    Ellie's Story: From Family Kitchen to Award-Winning Cookbook

    Tami and Dash sit down with chef, author, influencer and newly minted award-winner Ellie Bouhadana. From the kitchen to the page, Ellie has been cooking up more than focaccia. Catch a glimpse of Ellie's table :) Articles relevant to today's episode:  https://thejewishindependent.com.au/the-best-jewish-australian-books-of-the-past-year https://thejewishindependent.com.au/writer-awards-celebrate-talent-in-face-of-discrimination You won’t regret subscribing to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Tami and Dash on Instagram: tami_sussman_bits and dashiel_and_pascoe X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    34 min

  6. 02/09/2025

    Wary Serenity: Deborah Conway & Ben Adler on Performing Music Post-October 7

    In the middle of the upcoming Jewish High Holy Days, SHIR Australian Jewish Music Festival is returning to stages in Sydney and Melbourne. This year's theme, Songs of Strength, will see Jewish music ranging from musical theatre to pop, liturgical to the latest releases from Israel - including the song that propelled Yuval Raphael to second place at Eurovision, New Day Will Rise. But behind this celebration lies a more complex story. What does it mean to create music when your very identity has become controversial? In this raw conversation, Australian music icon Deborah Conway and SHIR festival director Ben Adler reveal the personal and professional costs of being Jewish artists in post-October 7th Australia - from cancelled performances and security concerns to the artistic defiance that keeps them creating. Articles related to this week's episode: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/if-i-have-to-pick-a-hill-to-die-on-exposing-antisemitism-among-the-good-is-the-one https://thejewishindependent.com.au/extreme-intolerance-deborah-conway-on-the-pro-palestinian-protestors-who-wouldnt-let-her-sing https://thejewishindependent.com.au/deborah-conway-in-conversation-with-ramona-koval https://thejewishindependent.com.au/australian-music-video-goes-viral-in-support-of-israel https://thejewishindependent.com.au/chutneys-debut-album-is-a-klezmer-tasting-jar More information about SHIR: https://www.shir.com.au/ And about Deborah and Ben's music and upcoming shows: https://www.deborahconway.com/ https://www.chutneyband.com/ You won’t regret subscribing to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Tami and Dash on Instagram: tami_sussman_bits and dashiel_and_pascoe X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    49 min

  7. 25/08/2025

    Beyond Survival: Sydney Jewish Museum's Bold New Chapter

    After welcoming over one million visitors since opening its doors in 1992, the Sydney Jewish Museum is embarking on an ambitious and brave transformation that speaks directly to our tumultuous present moment. Senior Curator Shannon Biederman shares a curator's perspective on navigating the delicate balance between preserving Holocaust testimony and celebrating living Jewish culture in the post-October 7 age.  The week's episode is  sponsored by the Sydney Jewish Museum  Articles related to this week's episode: https://thejewishindependent.com.au/expanded-sydney-jewish-museum-aims-to-challenge-prejudice-with-pride https://thejewishindependent.com.au/sydney-jewish-museum-to-build-new-cultural-centre-in-major-expansion https://thejewishindependent.com.au/video-sydney-jewish-museum-immortalises-holocaust-survivors-3d-technology More information about the redevelopment: https://capitalappeal.sydneyjewishmuseum.com.au/ Submit your 'Chai-lights' You won’t regret subscribing to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Tami and Dash on Instagram: tami_sussman_bits and dashiel_and_pascoe X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    44 min

  8. 19/08/2025

    Dear Diary: Alexis Fishman's Theatrical Journey

    Tami and Dash sit down with the incomparable Alexis Fishman: one of Australia’s most dynamic Jewish performers. Ahead of her upcoming performance in Anne Being Frank (presented by Monstrous Theatre, Neil Gooding Productions and The Shalom Collective) Alexis talks about the politics of Jewish representation on stage and what it really takes to sustain a creative career across Australia and New York. The interview is candid, cheeky and full of some great "Ashamed to Admits" https://thejewishindependent.com.au/alexiss-musical-journey-new-york-amy-beyond Buy tickets to Anne Being Frank here: https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/theatre/anne-being-frank Did you know Tami and Alexis are different people? Tami: https://www.instagram.com/tami_sussman_bits/?hl=en Alexis: https://www.instagram.com/alexis_fishman/?hl=en You won’t regret subscribing to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au X: TJI_au YouTube: thejewishindependentAU Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    38 min
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Are you ashamed to admit you're not across the big issues and events affecting Jews in Australia, Israel and around the Jewish world?In this new podcast from online publication The Jewish Independent, Your Third Cousin Tami Sussman and TJI's Dashiel Lawrence tackle the week's 'Chewiest and Jewiest' topics. 

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  • Creator
    The Jewish Independent
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    69
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    © 2025 Ashamed to Admit
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