Ashamed to Admit

The Jewish Independent
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It's everything you didn't get in Jewish Studies class and a lot you probably didn't know you needed. Ashamed to Admit is the podcast for anyone who's ever nodded along in a conversation about Jewish history, culture, or current events while internally panicking.  Hosted by comedians Tami Sussman and Shoshana Gottlieb, each episode breaks down the big, chewy, occasionally ridiculous questions of Jewish life, identity and community, with warmth, wit, and zero judgment. From ancient texts to antisemitism to whether you can use a vibrator on Shabbat, nothing is off limits.  Funny, irreverent, and genuinely educational. You don't have to be Jewish to love it. But it helps to have a sense of humour.

  1. 2D AGO

    Are Jews "Drinkers?"

    Are Jews “drinkers?” What began as a throwaway comment in a previous episode, blew up and into an online debate. So Shoshana and Tami go back to the texts, to uncover what Judaism has to say about the topic. Plus, someone in a Jewish Facebook group attempts to support a hospitalised friend ... in an unconventional way.  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  You can watch the full episode on YouTube Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael @iamsarayael

    34 min

  2. APR 27

    "How do I talk to god?" and other questions.

    What was the first Jewish temple-like-tent called and why was it erected? Why do folks froth over Rashi? Who’s that person in Synagogue who sings louder than everyone else? How does one talk to god? In this episode, Tami and Shoshana talk tabernacles, hazzans, rice cookers and other miscellaneous topics, requested by listeners. Plus Shoshana is obsessed with a hilarious advertisement in a Jewish Facebook Group.  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  You can watch the full episode on YouTube The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael  Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    31 min

  3. APR 20

    What is a golem? Jewish Mythology

    Do you have no idea what a golem is? Are you ashamed to admit you've never seen The Lord of the Rings? Feeling like your Jewish Community might need some extra protection right now? Then this episode is for you. Plus, someone is distraught when a very popular kosher bakery sells out of olive bread ... can a Jewish facebook group save the day?  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  Watch it on YouTube The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael  Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    32 min

  4. APR 13

    Is it kosher?

    Who decides what is and isn’t kosher? Will the next generation be able to keep to the laws of kashrut in a cost of living crisis? If you had the power to make McDonalds, KFC or Guzman y Gomez kosher, which one would you choose? Plus, welcome to the bonkers world of Jewish Buy, Sell, Swap groups.  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  Watch it on YouTube The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael  Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    34 min

  5. APR 7

    Jewish Afterlife, Naming Traditions, Modesty and Bisexual Anne Frank.

    There’s something for everyone in this week’s episode as Tami puts listener questions into a hat and Shoshana answers them (and makes fun of Tami’s hat). Plus someone in a Jewish Facebook group tries to disguise sexual gloating with marital concern.  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  Watch it on YouTube The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael  Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    38 min

  6. MAR 30

    Why is this episode different to all other episodes?

    Because it's the Pesach Special ya'll.  Why do secular Jews love Passover so much? Is there archeological proof that the red sea parted? What happened to the Israelites who stayed in Egypt instead of following Moshe and Miriam’s tambourine? Why did Shoshana get accosted at the local kosher supermarket over mayonnaise? Lots of funny answers, anecdotes and sincere boomer appreciation in this very special episode of Ashamed to Admit.  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  Watch it on YouTube The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael  Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    35 min

  7. MAR 23

    What's the difference between Torah, Tanakh, Talmud, Mishnah, Gemara and Midrash?

    Why are there so many Jewish books? What's the difference between Torah, Tanakh, Talmud, Mishnah, Gemara and Midrash? Will memes be added to the canon in the future? In this episode, Shoshana explains all to Tami who's ashamed to admit she had never seen a page of Talmud before they recorded this episode. Plus, a Jewish Facebook weighs in on whether or not a dating app profile picture has been made using AI.  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  Watch it on YouTube The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael  Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    38 min

  8. MAR 16

    The Jewish Wedding Special (Part 1)

    What makes a Jewish wedding “Jewish?” The couple? The rituals? The contract? The person officiating? In this episode, Tami and Shoshana attempt to answer this question. Plus Shoshana reveals a very unpopular opinion regarding the breaking of the glass and they bring out a cork board, pins and red string to piece together a Jewish FB group riddle.  This episode was filmed and edited by Alleyway Productions  Watch it on YouTube The vocalist in the theme song is Sara Yael  Subscribe to The Jewish Independent's bi-weekly newsletter: jewishindependent.com.au Follow Tami and Shoshana on Instagram : @tami_sussman_bits & @jewishmemesonly X: TJI_au Facebook: TheJewishIndependentAU Instagram: thejewishindependent LinkedIn: the-jewish-independent

    32 min
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It's everything you didn't get in Jewish Studies class and a lot you probably didn't know you needed. Ashamed to Admit is the podcast for anyone who's ever nodded along in a conversation about Jewish history, culture, or current events while internally panicking.  Hosted by comedians Tami Sussman and Shoshana Gottlieb, each episode breaks down the big, chewy, occasionally ridiculous questions of Jewish life, identity and community, with warmth, wit, and zero judgment. From ancient texts to antisemitism to whether you can use a vibrator on Shabbat, nothing is off limits.  Funny, irreverent, and genuinely educational. You don't have to be Jewish to love it. But it helps to have a sense of humour.

Information

  • Creator
    The Jewish Independent
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Ashamed to Admit
  • Show Website
    Ashamed to Admit

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