A Jew Like Me

Jessica Israel
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A Jew Like Me is a podcast for all of us who love Torah but have felt like we are not fully represented in mainstream Jewish life. We are redefining the generally accepted idea of who a Jew is or what a Jew looks like, especially as Jews of Color or non-Rabbinic Jews. We are the children of Abraham and this podcast is to create our place at the table, let our voices be heard, and celebrate the multiculturalism of Judaism.

  1. 06/12/2025

    Living In Praise

    Too often, we only turn to God when we’re struggling—crying out for help in moments of pain, fear, or confusion. But what about when things are going well? In this episode of A Jew Like Me, we explore why it's just as important to praise God in our seasons of success. Our blessings are not accidents; they are divine gifts. Let’s talk about giving thanks, staying grounded, and remembering the Source of it all, even when life feels easy.

  2. 05/28/2025

    Rituals, Politics, and Idols: Jeremiah 7 for Today

    🕍 In this episode of A Jew Like Me, we take a deep dive into Jeremiah 7—a powerful and often uncomfortable chapter that challenges us to examine where our loyalties truly lie. Are we genuinely honoring God, or have we unknowingly replaced obedience with rituals, habits, politics, careers, and even government? What does idolatry look like today, and how can even the most sincere people fall into it? Join me as we unpack the prophet’s warning to ancient Judah and explore how it still speaks to us today. It’s not just about avoiding carved images—it’s about aligning our lives with what God actually wants, not what’s convenient or traditional. 🕯️ A heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation for anyone seeking a deeper, more authentic walk with the Creator. #AJewLikeMe #Jeremiah7 #BiblicalTruth #ModernIdolatry #FaithfulLiving #TorahWisdom

  3. 12/01/2023

    The Need For and Problem With Saying Jew of Color

    Jew of Color or BIPOC Jew are terms used to bring attention to the diversity within the Jewish community. However, do these same terms cause Jews who fit within these identities to be "othered"?

  4. 11/01/2023

    What is Jewish food?

    There has been an attempt to monopolize the idea of what Jewish food is. However, Jewish food is just as diverse as the people themselves. Jewish food is not just challah bread and matzo ball soup - it is also injera, coco bread, pollo guisado, fried chicken, and more.

  5. 10/01/2023

    Shabbat Observance Anti-Semitism

    It is time to go beyond general discussions of anti-antisemitism and speak about the ways it truly impacts in our daily lives - specifically when it comes to Shabbat observance. A Jew Like Me has likely experienced backlash, resentment, or even lost job opportunities due to required Shabbat observance.

  6. 09/01/2023

    What is Jewface?

    There has been a recent controversy about the depiction of Jewish individuals in films and the idea of Jewface. However, have these same discussions fighting against certain depictions of Jews also perpetuated the idea that someone can 'look' Jewish?

  7. 10/31/2022

    Believing in God vs Believing God

    Do you just believe in God - or do you actually believe God? God commands us to love Him with all of our heart, all our being, and all of our might. Understanding the difference between simply believing in God versus truly trusting and believing God, is a distinction that will help us accomplish this important commandment.

    Believing in God vs Believing God

  8. 08/05/2022

    Where Can We Feel Safe?

    As Jews of Color, where can we feel safe? After experiencing an act of racial aggression and profiling with my family - I am now forced to ask this question and recognize the deep trauma it causes. Racial profiling is an act of violence. How do we protect our children, our family, and ourselves from racism and antisemitism?

    Where Can We Feel Safe?
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A Jew Like Me is a podcast for all of us who love Torah but have felt like we are not fully represented in mainstream Jewish life. We are redefining the generally accepted idea of who a Jew is or what a Jew looks like, especially as Jews of Color or non-Rabbinic Jews. We are the children of Abraham and this podcast is to create our place at the table, let our voices be heard, and celebrate the multiculturalism of Judaism.

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  • Creator
    Jessica Israel
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jessica Israel
  • Show Website
    A Jew Like Me