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Jewish Joy Podcast

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Finding, noticing and naming things that bring us Jewish joy

JAN 23

Episode 9: Tearing challah

This week, we will tear straight into challah - by talking about the joys of tearing it actually! Plus, you might learn a little about Czech culture as well.

3 min
JAN 16

Episode 8: Jewish Calendar

New Year, same calendar! The civil New Year has got me thinking about the way I relate to the Jewish year, and the Jewish calendar. Today, let's explore its peaks and downtimes and what they can teach us.

9 min
JAN 9

Episode 7: Jewish Crafts

Today we are getting a bit cosy and crafty - let's talk Jewish arts and crafts! Whether it is kippahs, chanukiahs, or using Jewish references in art, there are so many ways we can be creative in our Jewish expression.

4 min
JAN 2

Episode 6: Netilat Yadayim

This time we will look at one of the underappreciated highlights of Shabbat (or other) dinners: washing hands before bread and not speaking after. This little moment always sparks a little whimsy joy for me - I hope it will for you next time too!

5 min
12/26/2025

Episode 5: The Kosher Shop

Today we will have a look into a place that some of us are very familiar with - and some don't know it exists: the kosher shop! Your place to find matza, kosher wine, and hot news from the community.

3 min
12/19/2025

Special: What we love about Hannukah

There are as many ways of enjoying Hannukah as there are Jews... and possibly more. In this Hannukah special, I asked my friends to share what they love about the holiday. I hope you all get to enjoy what you love most about it. Disclaimer: this episode was recorded before the events on Bondi Beach on the first night of Hannukah 5786. I did however want to acknowledge it, and I do so in the episode. May their memory be a blessing.

5 min
12/11/2025

Episode 4: Sidra Noach and Der Rabbi und der Kommissar

In today's episode we will dive into two contemporary Jewish books - or books about Jews? Sidra Noach is a book about the Prague flood of 2002 and how a group of men came to live together running away from it. Der Rabbi und der Kommissar is a new book series about a rabbi who solves crimes. What are your favorite Jewish books?

7 min
12/05/2025

Episode 3: Kippahs from events

Have you ever noticed the simple monocoloured kippahs you see at events? Today, let's have a look at these humble symbols of Jewish life - they maybe represent more than one might first think.

3 min
11/28/2025

Episode 2: Fancy Hannukah Candles

In our second episode we will shine some light -pun intended- on the joy of elevating a Jewish ritual by a use of nice items. For me it was handmade Hannukah candles, what is it for you?

3 min
11/21/2025

Episode 1: DIY Kabbalat Shabbat

In the first episode, we will dive into the joys of DIY Jewish rituals - in this case, a Kabbalat Shabbat prayer in an old synagogue in a small Moravian town.

3 min

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Finding, noticing and naming things that bring us Jewish joy

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Jewish Joy Podcast
Years Active

2025 - 2026
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10
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