Choosing To Be Chosen

Kylie Ora Lobell
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Author and Journalist Kylie Ora Lobell hosts a podcast of converts to Judaism sharing their stories and experiences.

  1. 23H AGO

    Roman Thomson: The Canadian Christian and Actor Who Chose An Orthodox Jewish Conversion

    Roman Thomson, an actor and filmmaker, grew up in Saskatchewan, Canada, where he was raised Christian. He connected to parts of it, but he always had more questions. He began learning about Judaism, and it clicked. After discovering that he may have had Jewish lineage -- but unable to prove it -- he decided to convert, study in Israel, and become an Orthodox Jew.

    26 min
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  3. FEB 13

    Sarah Berman: The 100-Year-Old Convert and Wife of Legendary Comedian Shelley Berman

    Sarah Berman was born in 1926 and just turned 100. Growing up in Chicago, she went to Catholic school and church, but she kept asking questions that could not be answered. She discovered Judaism in high school, and ended up converting to Judaism before marrying her husband, legendary comedian Shelley Berman. She shares her touching story and fascinating moments from her life, from being with her soulmate Shelley -- who won the first Grammy for a comedy album -- to her friendship with RFK and devestation when he was assassinated, as well as her outlook on the world today.

    36 min

  4. FEB 5

    Clementine Zabner: The Determined French Woman Who Would Stop at Nothing to Convert

    Clementine Zabner grew up in Paris, France going to Catholic school, rebelling, and questioning everything. When she discovered Judaism as a teenager, she knew it was the right way for her. But her conversion process was not so simple. It spanned different countries and took years to complete. Find out her fascinating story, which has a very happy ending.

    40 min

  5. JAN 23

    Special Episode: Kylie Ora Lobell Answers Questions on Jewish Conversion

    In this special episode of "Choosing to Be Chosen," host Kylie Ora Lobell sits down at the mic to answer your questions on Jewish conversion.

    15 min

  6. JAN 20

    Naomi Selick: The Convert Who Didn't Start Out in an Orthodox Program -- But Ended Up a Proud Orthodox Jew

    Naomi Selick took a windy path to becoming Jewish -- and specifically, Orthodox Jewish. This convert, who had a very interesting childhood due to the nature of her father's work, discovered Judaism in Los Angeles. She eventually converted in Israel, in Kfar Chabad, which was a magical experience. Today, she is a proud observant Jew, wife, mother, and a successful realtor in the Beverlywood neighborhood of LA. Listen to her inspiring story.

    49 min

  7. JAN 13

    Delta Goldstein: The Daughter of Agnostic Hippies on a Houseboat Who Discovered Judaism in College

    Delta Goldstein was raised on a houseboat in Northern California. Her parents were agnostic, and she grew up not thinking about religion or God. Then, when she went to college and studied religion, she became fascinated with Judaism and started going to Chabad. She is now an Orthodox Jew, married to a Jewish man and a proud mom to three kids. Listen to the latest episode of "Choosing to Be Chosen" on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and watch in full on YouTube. Presented by Kylie Ora Lobell, author of the memoir "Choosing to Be Chosen," (Wicked Son, Feb 2026), available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

    37 min

  8. JAN 7

    Episode 5: Chloe Traicos: The Zimbabwean Actress Who Converted to Judaism -- Then Discovered Her Jewish Roots

    Chloe Traicos is a Los Angeles based actress ("The Righteous Gemstones") grew up in Zimbabwe in a Christian family. While her mother and sister were very dedicated to their religion, it never worked out for Chloe. She was sent to a Jewish preschool, which made a huge impact on her, and as an adult, ended up converting to Judaism and becoming Orthodox. Then, she made a shocking discovery: She was 45% Jewish, according to her DNA. Listen to the full episode for this incredible and inspiring story.

    48 min
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Author and Journalist Kylie Ora Lobell hosts a podcast of converts to Judaism sharing their stories and experiences.

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  • Creator
    Kylie Ora Lobell
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Choosing To Be Chosen