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What the Falafel is the podcast that brings BIG Jewish energy, hilarious and heartfelt conversations and a sprinkle of chutzpah to your life! Created and hosted by Jodie Brandman, in partnership with The Jewish News this podcast is where Jewish culture, identity, humour and personal growth collide! Expect interviews with comedians, creators, chefs, activists and more... all Jewish, all amazing, all here to share their stories in a way that's REAL! We're here to show all the different, wild parts of being Jewish.
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- 4 weeks ago1h 3m
A TikTok Exec’s Secret to Finding Meaning When Success Isn't Enough | Michal Oshman
Michal Oshman’s grandmother survived the Nazis by jumping off a train, and her hyperawareness thereafter taught Michal that she needed to try and be in control of everything in her life.She climbed the corporate ladder (Head of Culture at TikTok and Meta), married, had kids and did all the things she was “supposed to”, yet she still carried around a level of anxiety that no therapy or cultural practice could shift… that is until she stumbled on scientific papers linking happiness to Judaism.From then on, she uncovered ancient Jewish teachings that changed her life. In this episode of What The Falafel, Michal shares her story, and tells us why nourishing the soul and taking a digital detox for 25 hours every week is vital in this modern world.→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → Partnered with Jewish News: https://www.instagram.com/jewishnews/→ Find Michal on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaloshman→ Visit Michal's website: https://www.michaloshman.comSponsors:→ Phone and Learn: https://www.phoneandlearn.org/jewishwomanChapters:00:00 Dating08:04 Who is Michal?The book14:28 Letting go of control21:46 Jewish wisdom24:00 Finding meaning in Judaism30:00 The Tanya34:00 Shabbat34:18 Sponsor Advert: Phone & Learn42:00 Community48:00 ShabbatCode: 1ZOUIIDKKIWW7318Code: MCWGFPQJRSY2KBTU
- Oct 1, 202655 min
Hollywood Producer Shuts Down The Worst Jewish Conspiracy Theories | Leo Pearlman
In this episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Hollywood producer and writer, Leo Pearlman.We chat about how he built a TV empire from a basement with 3 other Jewish guys; The Hollywood silence (and antisemitism) the last few years; why he’s speaking out as a proud Zionist Jew; and most importantly… why herring is absolutely NOT allowed in his office!It’s a brilliant inspiring, funny and insightful episode so make sure you tune in...→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → Partnered with Jewish News: https://www.instagram.com/jewishnews/Code: 1ZOUIIDKKIWW7318Code: YMGLC0RBKQREDG5S
- Sep 6, 202635 min
From Special Forces to Creating a Global Netflix Hit | Avi Issacharoff
In this on-the-go episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Netflix’s Fauda co-creator Avi Issacharoff to hear about the upcoming Season 5! We hear how the mass invasion of Israel was too “unrealistic” a plot line; how everything changed after October 7th; and how writing it became a healing process for everyone involved.Avi shares his undercover military and then journalistic background, from speaking Arabic with Hamas operatives to being in situations that sparked ideas for the creation of Fauda.It’s a fascinating episode, so make sure you tune in… and prepare yourself for Netflix’s new release!→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → Partnered with Jewish News: https://www.instagram.com/jewishnews/Sponsors:→ Presteez bars: https://urlgeni.us/amazon/10falafel Use code Falafel10 for 10% off!Chapters:00:00: Season 5 05:57: Sponsor Ad Presteez10:08: Oct 7th casualties 12:42: How Fauda got started 18:00: Healing and writing 20:00: Journalistic background 25:00: The media war 29:00: Bukharan and Kurdish heritage
- Aug 30, 202649 min
What Mizrahi Jews Remember About the Arab World | Ciara Shalome
In this episode of the What The Falafel podcast, Jodie Brandman sits down with Ciara Shalome, creator of the sensational Instagram page: The Mizrahi Story.Ciara has spent years documenting the stories, memories and voices of Mizrahi and Sephardi Jews from across the Middle East and North Africa.We talk about what “Mizrahi” actually means, the discrimination many Mizrahi Jews experienced after arriving in Israel, and the complicated reality of Jewish life across countries like Iraq, Egypt, Syria, Yemen and Morocco.Ciara talks openly about how she used to see the world in black and white, and how listening to people who actually lived through these experiences completely changed the way she thinks.This is a conversation about Jewish identity, memory, culture, propaganda, social media, polarisation, Muslim-Jewish relationships, and the importance of being willing to see the grey… because history and people are layered.If you enjoy this episode, subscribe to What The Falafel and come join us for more conversations about Jewish life, culture, identity, achievement, spirituality and the things that make us proud to be part of this crazy, brilliant tribe!→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → Partnered with Jewish News: https://www.instagram.com/jewishnews/→ Find Ciara: https://www.instagram.com/themizrahistory/Sponsors:→ Contemporary Judaica: https://contemporaryjudaica.co.ukShowroom by appointment: 58 Crewys Road, NW2 2AD→ Presteez bars: https://urlgeni.us/amazon/10falafel Use code Falafel10 for 10% off!Chapters:00:00 What is Mizrahi?08:29 Contemporary Judaica09:40 Discrimination14:33 Ciaras Story, Yemenite and Baghdadi Jews22:31 Presteez23:02 Nuances and Scrolling29:06 The current climate32:12 A Jew and the Quran35:52 Stories1ZOUIIDKKIWW7318
- Aug 19, 202638 min
She Broke The Rules To Save A 100-Year-Old Jewish Bakery | Jennifer Rinkoff
In this episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Jennifer Rinkoff, a 4th generation baker from the famous Jewish East End Bakery, Rinkoffs.We cover everything from the bakery's family history to how Jennifer fought her way in as a female and transformed the bakery with viral “Crodoughs".Jennifer shares stories from her childhood and what it’s like to be a Rinkoff, and shows off her brand-new cookbook as we taste our way through some recipes!→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → Partnered with Jewish News: https://www.instagram.com/jewishnews/→ Visit the Rinkoff website: https://www.rinkoffs.co.uk→ Find Rinkoff: https://www.instagram.com/rinkoffsbakery/?hl=en→ Get the recipe book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jewish-Bakery-Family-Recipes-Londons/dp/1837836078Chapters:00:00 Family Foundations 10:00 Joining the business 16:38 Eating crodoughs! 22:00 Extended family business 27:26 The Book
- Jul 20, 202657 min
The Truth About Growing Up In A Religious Jewish Community | Chaya of London
In this episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Jewish content creator and mum of 3, Chaya of London, for a fun and heartfelt conversation!From her life in London and LA to her Chabad upbringing Chaya talks about the key moments in her life.We cover everything from religious marital pressures to building her Jewish home with her kids. This episode will have you feeling proud and inspired!→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → Partnered with Jewish News: https://www.instagram.com/jewishnews/→ Find Chaya: https://www.instagram.com/chayaoflondon/→ Shop the Jewellery: https://www.instagram.com/ellayaofficial/Sponsors:→ Menachems Kosher Butcher: https://www.instagram.com/menachems_glatt_butchers/https://menachems.co.uk/→ Phone and Learn https://www.phoneandlearn.org/https://www.instagram.com/phoneandlearn/→ Special thanks to Balagan for their AMAZING food! Find their restaurant in Borehamwood and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balaganuk/. Pop into their store and say “What the Falafel” at checkout to get 10% off! https://www.balaganborehamwood.co.uk/
- Jun 24, 20261h 31m
The Man Who Created Nova A Story of Survival Community & Hope | Ofir Amir
In the most powerful episode to date, Jodie Brandman sits down with Ofir Amir, Co-founder, producer, and survivor of the Nova Festival.Before October 7th, Ofir was building an incredible community alongside music festivals, all promoting connection and kindness at the core. At 6.29am on October 7th, everything changed. Fleeing from the Nova massacre, Ofir was shot by terrorists and had to watch one of his best friends die next to him, all the while trying to protect his pregnant wife at home who hiding in a bomb shelter. Ofir shows us what it means to be resilient. He has gone on to create the Nova Exhibition (which is in London until June 15th), and the Tribe of Nova, an entire community supporting survivors and their families. This episode needs to be watched by everyone.A massive thank you to Ofir for sharing his story. Please donate to The Tribe of Nova to help continue his incredible work: https://www.tribeofnova.com/→ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Host: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → https://novaexhibition.com/london-exhibition→ https://www.tribeofnova.com/Chapters:00:00 Life Pre- Oct 7th 5:12 Nova 12:00 October 7th 23:10 In the Car 37:34 The Field The Rescue 00:55 ? The Healing Centre Creating the Nova Exhibition The narrative The Foundation
- May 7, 20261h 1m
How The Kosher Food Scene is Going Viral | Romy Kosher
In this episode of What The Falafel, Jodie Brandman sits down with Romy Kosher for a food filled chat! From discussing how Romy went Kosher in Israel to what excites her about kosher London restaurants, you do NOT want to watch this when you’re hungry!! We also find out all about Romy’s life supporting families with dementia, and her plans for travelling the world eating! → Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wtfalafelpodcast/ → Find Jodie: https://www.instagram.com/jodiebrandman/ → Find Romy: https://www.instagram.com/romykosher/Dementia care:→ https://mindkeepers.co.uk/Sponsors:Discover: This episode is sponsored by:→ Datekin - https://datekin.co.uk/→ Kosher Kingdom - 7 Russell Gardens, Golders Green Rd, London NW11 9NN→ Special thanks to Balagan for their AMAZING food! Find their restaurant in Borehamwood and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balaganuk/. Pop into their store and say “What the Falafel” at checkout to get 10% off! https://www.balaganborehamwood.co.uk/Chapters:00:00 Eating & Best Restaurants 03:10 Sponsor: Datekin03:44 Getting started14:00 Home life 18:10 Travel 21:40 Going kosher 27:48 Food delivery 35:40 Going to Israel 35:57 Sponsor: Kosher Kingdom39:30 Content creation 43:43 Dementia 51:12 Social Media
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About What The Falafel
What the Falafel is the podcast that brings BIG Jewish energy, hilarious and heartfelt conversations and a sprinkle of chutzpah to your life! Created and hosted by Jodie Brandman, in partnership with The Jewish News this podcast is where Jewish culture, identity, humour and personal growth collide! Expect interviews with comedians, creators, chefs, activists and more... all Jewish, all amazing, all here to share their stories in a way that's REAL! We're here to show all the different, wild parts of being Jewish.
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