The Bagel Report

Esther D. Kustanowitz and Erin Ben-Moche
  • 4.7 (22)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

The Bagel Report is a pop-culture entertainment podcast featuring award-winning culture and entertainment writers Esther D. Kustanowitz and Erin Ben-Moche. Each episode, these entertainment junkies discuss all things Jewish in the arts & entertainment world while exploring how Jewish identity is portrayed on the big and small screen. Follow us on social @estherk and @ebenmoche and on Twitter and Facebook @TheBagelReport .

  1. OCT 31

    What Do Jews Want From Nobody Wants This??

    What is Jewish identity in the world of Nobody Wants This, Netflix's breakaway romcom hit about a rabbi and his non-Jewish girlfriend? Joyful? Overly casual and simplistic? Emotionally and spiritually unattainable? Erin and Esther continue talking about Season 2, praising the characters' chemistry and the show's potential for future exploration of interfaith relationships, personal growth, and the complexities of Jewish identity.   They also explore the representation of various Jewish practices and the challenges faced by interfaith couples within the Jewish community.   Check out this week's link:   House of R on the Ringer - Buffy the Vampire Slayer rewatch

    44 min

  2. OCT 24

    These Bagels Want Nobody Wants This Season 2

    Nobody Wants This, Netflix's Jewy rom-com series, is back for Season 2, and the bagels are here for it. Not only did they binge-watch the show, but they also praised the show's portrayal of Jewish life, the depth of its Jewish female characters, and the show's realistic depiction of Jewish LA. Whether you watched the whole thing or checked out after 15 minutes, Esther and Erin think viewers should give this Jewish content a watch. Later, they shout out a Jewish indie project that also just landed at Netflix. Check out our recent coverage of Nobody Wants This and Bad Shabbos  These Bagels Want This Rabbinical Rom-Com Shabbos Bagels

    40 min

  3. SEP 21

    Sweet Bagels for a New Year

    This week, Esther and Erin are gearing up for the High Holy Days!  But before they do, they talk holiday baked goods, particularly challah and bagels. For most of this episode, the bagels are on location, at NYBD Bakery, for a conversation with owners Lenny Rosenberg and Adaeze Nwanonyiri about the bakery's multicultural offerings. From red velvet kola nut cupcakes to Italian rainbow cookies, this episode is so sweet — as sweet as we hope the Jewish New Year will be for all of us. Shana tova! Check out these links! N.Y.B.D & Bakery  It's a Sweet World: Recipes from Around the Globe at Bea's Bakery

    49 min

  4. AUG 22

    Long Story Short's Super Jewy Review

    This week, Esther and Erin break down some of their favorite moments from Netlflix' super jewy animated series "Long Story Short." The show is created by Bojack Horseman writer and showrunner Raphael Bob-Waksberg, so you know it will be funny, heartfelt, and real. They don't want to spoil it for you...so you have to watch so you can tell us what you think! This is definitely a show the bagels will be talking about in the future...so what are you waiting for? Listen, then go watch!

    31 min

  5. AUG 15

    Long Story Short w/ Showrunner Raphael Bob-Waksberg

    This week, Esther and Erin spoke to TV writing genius Raphael Bob-Waksberg, known for shows like BoJack Horseman, Undone and Tuca & Bertie. The bagels chatted him up about his latest project: Long Story Short, an animated comedy about the Schwooper family. Jumping through the years, the series follows the Schwooper siblings from childhood to adulthood, chronicling their triumphs, disappointments, joys, and compromises. It's funny, heartfelt, and most importantly for this podcast, IT'S SUPER JEWISH. You can stream Long Story Short on Netflix on August 22nd.  In the meantime, you can check out the trailer!!

    24 min

  6. AUG 10

    Judas, Joel and the Multitude of Sequels

    This week, Esther and Erin discuss the Hollywood Bowl's recent star-studded Jesus Christ Superstar and how, for a show about Jesus... it's pretty Jewish. They explore Billy Joel's Jewish roots in a new HBO Max documentary and Erin shares her true feelings about Mel Gibson's upcoming Passion of the Christ sequel. The bagels also break down the Jewish moments in Marvel's Fantastic Four, Happy Gilmore 2 and The Naked Gun.

    1h 5m

  7. JUL 18

    Shabbas Bagels

    After a total of three screenings of "Bad Shabbos," Erin and Esther break down the movie and praise its Jewish authenticity. They also discuss how the film portrays Jewish mothers in contrast to how Netflix's Emmy-nominated series, "Nobody Wants This," does. On doc watch: Esther recommends "Pee Wee as Himself," "Dear Ms." and "Tell Me Everything" about Barbara Walters, which emphasizes the importance of journalistic integrity and personal stories. Check out these links: Oh, Hi Trailer  Too Much Trailer  Bad Shabbas Trailer DOC WATCH TRAILERS: Pee Wee as Himself Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything

    1h 11m

  8. JUN 20

    Here's to the Bagels Who Brunch

    This week, Esther and Erin took a field trip to Village Well in Culver City because they had a LATTE to talk about! From Andor's series finale to the themes of Reformed and Amy Poehler's new podcast, the bagels break down what they're watching and what they're listening to. Erin, in honor of Esther's birthday, also asked Esther about her rose, thorn, and seed for the year.   Check out these links: Reformed Trailer  Spaceballs 2: The Search for More Money Teaser

    40 min
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4.7
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22 Ratings

About

The Bagel Report is a pop-culture entertainment podcast featuring award-winning culture and entertainment writers Esther D. Kustanowitz and Erin Ben-Moche. Each episode, these entertainment junkies discuss all things Jewish in the arts & entertainment world while exploring how Jewish identity is portrayed on the big and small screen. Follow us on social @estherk and @ebenmoche and on Twitter and Facebook @TheBagelReport .

Information

  • Creator
    Esther D. Kustanowitz and Erin Ben-Moche
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Bagel Report

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