Jew-ish: Where Everyone Belongs

Jews for NJ
  • 5.0 (6)
  • NON-PROFIT

Jew-ish: Where Everyone Belongs, is a podcast from Jews for NJ, an initiative of Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, hosted by Daniel Herz. This isn’t just a podcast about Jewish life. It’s a place for real conversations about what our community is going through right now. The joyful moments, the complicated questions, the disagreements, and the hardships we face together. Each episode features voices from across the community sharing stories, perspectives, and experiences that shape what it means to be Jewish today. Some conversations are uplifting. Others are difficult. All of them are honest. Wherever you find yourself, whether deeply involved, searching for connection, or just curious, Jew-ish: Where Everyone Belongs invites you to listen, think, and be part of the mishpocha. IG: @jfnnj Learn more and sign up at jewsfornj.org

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    The Fight Against Hate: Security and Solidarity with Jason Shames

    On this episode, Daniel Herz is joined by Jason Shames, Chief Executive Officer of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey for a discussion on the current state of safety, security, and solidarity within the Jewish community in New Jersey and across North America. Despite the heavy challenges presented by hate and antisemitism, Jason highlights the incredible positive impact of Federation's work, from funding lifesaving bomb shelters in northern Israel and providing over a million dollars annually for senior nutrition, to helping connect the area's 125,000 Jewish residents. Plus, so many more inspiring stories and ways anyone can get involved in strengthening our Jewish community here in New Jersey and around the globe! Sign up at https://JewsforNJ.org Connect on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jfnnj Sponsored by: Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey

    45 min

  2. MAR 18

    Episode 2: The Mission

    Daniel Herz sits down with community leader Donna Weintraub for a powerful and deeply personal conversation following their recent mission to Israel as board members of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey. Together, they explore what “the mission” truly means, not just as a trip but as a responsibility and a call to action. Through firsthand reflections, Daniel and Donna share unforgettable encounters, including the courage of a Nova festival survivor who faced unimaginable terror, and the strength of Meirav Leshem Gonen, a mother turned global advocate for her kidnapped son. This episode is both moving and inspiring, highlighting how ordinary individuals rise to extraordinary moments and how each of us can play a role in supporting Israel and one another during challenging times. If you are looking for stories of resilience, purpose, and impact, this is a conversation you will not want to miss. Learn how you can get involved: https://JewsforNJ.org Connect on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jfnnj

    50 min

  3. MAR 4

    What Are We Doing Here: Uniting the New Jersey Jewish Community & Combating Antisemitism

    So this is episode one of Jew-ish: Where Everyone Belongs! You are probably asking yourself, WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE? Well, this new Jews for NJ podcast is hosted by Chair, Board of Trustees’ of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, Daniel Herz, and in this inaugural episode, Daniel welcomes Laura Freeman, the lead of Jews for NJ and Managing Director of marketing & communications at the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, as they put a spotlight on the urgent need to unite New Jersey's 600,000+ Jewish residents and how we can get everyone to feel more connected and be collectively heard! Tune in as Daniel and Laura discuss discuss real-world incidents of rising anti-semitism, including a recent incident involving influencer like Dave Portnoy, as well as the highly organized anti-Israel protests happening on college campuses. They also break down the "horseshoe effect," exploring how the extreme left and extreme right are finding common ground in their hatred of Jewish people. Learn how Jews for NJ is empowering the community to take collective action and discover how you can get involved, volunteer, and proudly support the diaspora. This episode is proudly sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey. Sign up at https://JewsforNJ.org Connect on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jfnnj

    37 min
  • 3 Episodes

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Jew-ish: Where Everyone Belongs, is a podcast from Jews for NJ, an initiative of Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, hosted by Daniel Herz. This isn’t just a podcast about Jewish life. It’s a place for real conversations about what our community is going through right now. The joyful moments, the complicated questions, the disagreements, and the hardships we face together. Each episode features voices from across the community sharing stories, perspectives, and experiences that shape what it means to be Jewish today. Some conversations are uplifting. Others are difficult. All of them are honest. Wherever you find yourself, whether deeply involved, searching for connection, or just curious, Jew-ish: Where Everyone Belongs invites you to listen, think, and be part of the mishpocha. IG: @jfnnj Learn more and sign up at jewsfornj.org

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