Being Jewish with Jonah Platt is the hit weekly podcast that illuminates the vast, beautiful, and often unexplored tapestry of Jewish identity, through deeply h...
Episode 20: Bringing Back The Hostages & Social Media Megastar Baby Ariel Martin
With over 50 million followers across platforms, “Baby” Ariel Martin is one TikTok’s first homegrown stars. Known for her high energy lip-sync videos and youthful antics, Ariel’s career took a sharp turn after October 7th, when she witnessed the explosion of anti-Jew hate around the world and the silence from friends she’d so often stood by in the past. In today’s conversation, Ariel sits down with Jonah to discuss her newfound advocacy, her unique Israeli/Latin American Jewish heritage, and her decision to double-tap into her Jewish identity and use her enormous platform to inspire and empower others every day. Providing both practical tools and personal anecdotes, Ariel proves herself to be a modern day Maccabee, embracing the responsibility of standing up for her people where so many others with similar careers have not. Tune in for this inspiring and insightful conversation you won’t hear anywhere, on BEING JEWISH WITH JONAH PLATT. Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the video podcastFollow Jonah on Instagram @jonahplattFollow the Show on Instagram @beingjewishpodcastJoin the conversation on Twitter: https://x.com/JonahPlatt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beingjewish All things Jonah + Subscribe to Newsletterwww.JonahPlatt.comConnect with Ariel Martin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyariel/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@babyariel?lang=en Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell, and Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Being Jewish!Mentioned in EpisodeRomi Gonen (Along with other Israeli hostages) Return Home to Israel Kobe Bryant’s “Job’s Not Finished” InterviewFemale Hostages Forced to Wave To Crowds When Released Jerusalem Bus Bombing in 2003Palestinian Prisoners Released in Exchange for Hostages Eight of the Hostages Set for Release in Phase One Already Dead Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Fleur Hassan-Nahoon“Dreaming Out Loud” - Book by Ariel Martin What is Musical.ly?Baby Ariel’s “Stupid Hoe” Lip Sync Video (2025)Baby Ariel’s “Stupid Hoe” Lip Sync Video (2017)Nova Exhibition “Jews Don’t Count” by David Baddiel “People Love Dead Jews” by Dara Horn “Israel: A Simple Guide To The Most Misunderstood Country on Earth” by Noa Tishby“Here All Along” by Sarah HurwitzTel Aviv Institute HaNaor HaTzioni (Ariel’s Grandpa’s Zionist Youth Org)Baby Ariel’s Childhood Photo of her lighting candlesBaby Ariel’s Childhood Photo of her with a Kiddush cupTrisha Paytas Trisha Paytas’ Israeli Husband
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Episode 19: Redefining Zionism & Canada's Anti-Israel Problem with Liberal MP Anthony Housefather
Watch this episode on YouTube @JonahPlattOfficialLast year, Canadian Liberal Member of Parliament Anthony Housefather, a loud and proud Jewish political leader for many years, passionately denounced a virulently anti-Israel House resolution and even voted against his own party on it. His defiant and eloquent oration was the “speech heard ‘round the Jewish world,” inspiring others to take similar stands in their own communities. Today, Housefather joins Jonah to discuss the shocking challenges that face the Canadian Jewish community, while offering expert insights and genuine hope on how to move forward towards a safer, more stable future. Together, they discuss the importance of holding political parties accountable, pushing for change from within, and always being proud of who you are. They also chat about the truth behind Trudeau’s ouster, Montreal’s rich Jewish history, and bagels! Tune in for this eye-opening and enlightening conversation you won’t hear anywhere else than on BEING JEWISH WITH JONAH PLATT.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://beingjewishwithjonahplatt.transistor.fm/subscribe Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JonahPlattOfficial Follow Jonah on Instagram @jonahplatt :https://www.instagram.com/jonahplatt/ Follow the Show on Instagram @beingjewishpodcast: https://www.instagram.com/beingjewishpodcast/ Join the conversation on Twitter: https://x.com/JonahPlatt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beingjewish Threads: www.threads.net/@jonahplattAll things Jonah:www.JonahPlatt.comConnect with Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthony.housefather/ https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/parliamentary-secretaries/anthony-housefather Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Executive Assistant: Josie Rothschild; Creative Associate: Rachel Stern; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell, and Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Being Jewish!Mentioned in EpisodeEpisode 3 of “Being Jewish with Jonah Platt”Boundless Israel Survey: Zionism in FocusEpisode 8 of “Being Jewish with Jonah Platt”Etymology of Anti-Jewish Slurs Israeli Independence Publicly Traded Israeli Companies Episode 12 of “Being Jewish with Jonah Platt” Guest Patricia Heaton Jeopardy (Season 34, Episode 121)Ritchie Torres on “Being Jewish with Jonah Platt”Anthony Housefather Campaign Sign Vandalized with Nazi SignTrudeau Announces Plans To Resign Who is Canadian Parliament Member Marco Mendicino?Anthony Housefather’s Speech on Jewish Hate in CanadaWho is Canadian Parliament Member Ben Carr?Which Candidates Might Replace Justin Trudeau? Canadian Parliament Member Michael LevittSchwartz’s Deli Montreal The ADL Global 100: Index of Antisemitism Maccabi Sports USACote St. Luc BagelFairmount Bagel Montreal Dizz’s Bagels - MontrealSt. Viateur Bagel Shop - Montreal
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Episode 18: Preserving Jewish Unity & NBA Champion Metta Sandiford-Artest
Watch the episode @JonahPlattOfficialFormer NBA Defensive Player of the Year and NBA champion Metta Sandiford-Artest (formerly known as both Ron Artest and Metta World Peace) joins Jonah to delve into the complexities of what it means to be misunderstood, as Metta has been for much of his life, and as the Jewish community has been for centuries. Together, they explore Metta’s incredible personal growth journey, his desire to spread happiness, and his mission to better understand different cultures. Jonah also sheds light on Metta’s strong support for the Jewish community after October 7th, his tumultuous childhood, and the meaning behind each of his public name changes. And of course, we celebrate many of Metta’s most iconic basketball moments: from being drafted to the NBA right out of the Queensbridge projects, to the infamous "Malice at the Palace" to championship sealing game winners, this conversation has all your favorite hoop highlights. Tune in for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation with the one and only Metta Sandiford-Artest.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://beingjewishwithjonahplatt.transistor.fm/subscribe Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JonahPlattOfficial Follow Jonah on Instagram @jonahplatt :https://www.instagram.com/jonahplatt/ Follow the Show on Instagram @beingjewishpodcast: https://www.instagram.com/beingjewishpodcast/ Join the conversation on Twitter: https://x.com/JonahPlatt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beingjewish Threads: www.threads.net/@jonahplattAll things Jonah:www.JonahPlatt.comConnect with Metta: https://www.instagram.com/mettaworldpeace37/ https://x.com/MettaWorld37?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Patrick Edwards and Mike O Brien); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell, and Executive Assistant, Josie Rothschild.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Being Jewish!Mentioned in EpisodeOrigin of Jewish slurMetta’s Article in the New York Post: Peace Can Only Come By Freeing Gaza From HamasGulf War in Iraq/Middle East in the Early 1990sJews Talk Justice/Tel Aviv InstituteMetta’s documentary - Quiet Storm: The Ron Artest Story2009 NBA Playoff Highlights: Ron Artest vs the LakersMcDonald’s All American 1997Long Island Lutheran Defeats LaSelleMetta tells the Circuit City story on Podcast P with Paul GeorgeTahitian TreatsAllegro Pizza Eliminates Late Night HoursMalice At The PalaceUntold: Malice At The Palace - DocumentaryGame 5 2010 WCF- Ron Artest Game Winner v Phoenix SunsRon Artest wins Kennedy Citizenship Award: https://www.espn.com/los-angeles/nba/news/story?id=6431861
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Episode 17: A City on Fire and Congressman Ritchie Torres
Watch on YouTube @JonahPlattOfficialIn this highly-anticipated episode of Being Jewish, Jonah speaks with New York Congressmen Ritchie Torres about a wide range of issues including anti-Israel hate, the future of the Democratic party, and the soul of America. Torres, who has devoted much of his 10+ year career in politics to fighting anti-Jew hate and defending the State of Israel, opens up about his trips to the Holy Land, the lessons learned there and the broad, pragmatic reasons behind his unwavering loyalty and support for the Jewish state and people. Together, Jonah and Torres discuss the Biden Administration’s handling of the ongoing war in the Middle East, their thoughts on Donald Trump’s incoming administration, and the challenges that may lie ahead. Throughout this conversation, Torres offers hope, insight, and even a few Yiddish and Hebrew gems! Be sure to check out this exclusive, high level interview you won’t find anywhere but here, on Being Jewish with Jonah Platt. Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://beingjewishwithjonahplatt.transistor.fm/subscribe Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JonahPlattOfficial Follow Jonah on Instagram @jonahplatt :https://www.instagram.com/jonahplatt/ Follow the Show on Instagram @beingjewishpodcast: https://www.instagram.com/beingjewishpodcast/ Join the conversation on Twitter: https://x.com/JonahPlatt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beingjewish Threads: www.threads.net/@jonahplattAll things Jonah:www.JonahPlatt.comConnect with Ritchie Torreshttps://www.instagram.com/ritchietorresny15/ Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Patrick Edwards); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell, and Executive Assistant, Josie Rothschild.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Being Jewish!Mentioned in EpisodeLos Angeles FiresSpeech & Quote by Martin Luther King Jr. Richard Sandler’s Book: Witness To A Prosecution: The Myth of Michael MilkenDemocratic Socialists Chapter Ask Candidates To Pledge Not To Travel To Israel Senator John Fetterman The Church of Holy Sepulchre Two Muslim Families Entrusted with Care of Church of Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem Jerusalem Open House - LGBT Center in Israel
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Episode 16: BEING JEWISH LIVE - Hollywood Stars & Jewish Advocates Josh Gad, Ginnifer Goodwin & Marlee Matlin, Live from CBS Television City
Watch the show on YouTube @JonahPlattOfficial We’re kicking off 2025 with a very special, first-ever LIVE episode of Being Jewish! Filmed in front of a studio audience at the iconic CBS Television City, Jonah sits down with Tony nominee Josh Gad, TV/film star Ginnifer Goodwin and Academy Award winner Marlee Matlin in a must-see, brilliantly honest conversation on a wide array of Jewish and personal topics. From their very different Jewish upbringings, to interfaith marriages, to fighting anti-Jew bigotry, to the silence of Hollywood post October-7th, these Hollywood stars open up about their real lives and Jewish journeys like never before. There are lots of laughs, some tears, a few major revelations, and many deep insights into the Jewish experience we all can relate to. Don’t miss this supersized showbiz episode of Being Jewish that’s sure to leave you feeling energized and inspired!Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://beingjewishwithjonahplatt.transistor.fm/subscribe Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JonahPlattOfficial Follow Jonah on Instagram @jonahplatt :https://www.instagram.com/jonahplatt/ Follow the Show on Instagram @beingjewishpodcast: https://www.instagram.com/beingjewishpodcast/ Join the conversation on Twitter: https://x.com/JonahPlatt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beingjewish Threads: www.threads.net/@jonahplattAll things Jonah:www.JonahPlatt.comConnect with Josh Gadhttps://www.instagram.com/joshgad/‘In Gad We Trust: A Tell-Some’ Book Connect with Ginnifer Goodwinhttps://www.instagram.com/ginnifergoodwin/Connect with Marlee Matlinhttps://www.instagram.com/themarleematlin/Host & Production TeamHost: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Patrick Edwards); Consulting Producer: Bethany Mandel; Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald; Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Graphic Designer Noah Bell, and Executive Assistant, Josie Rothschild.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Being Jewish!Mentioned in EpisodeJewish Federation LACBS Television CityMarlee’s upcoming PBS documentaryWhat is Kol Nidrei?Gutenberg! The Musical Josh Gad’s Instagram Post After October 7th Marlee Matlin’s Instagram Post After October 7th Ginnifer Goodwin’s First Post After 10/7Bret Stephens on Becoming 10 Percent More Jewish Ginnifer Goodwin’s Speech at Temple Israel Congregation Bene Shalom (Deaf & Hearing Congregation) Deaf Presence in the IDF Josh Gad plays Tevye in High SchoolJosh Gad’s Post on Antisemitism The Shoah FoundationMarlee’s Hannukah postGinnifer Goodwin Speaks on Behalf of 4-Year-Old Israeli HostageJosh Gad’s Comic “The Writer”Ginnifer Goodwin Bat Mitzvah PicRabbi Sharon Brous
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt is the hit weekly podcast that illuminates the vast, beautiful, and often unexplored tapestry of Jewish identity, through deeply honest and personal conversations with notable Jews and non-Jewish allies alike. Hosted by actor & advocate Jonah Platt, a trusted expert in contemporary Jewish culture, identity, and politics, Being Jewish seeks to engage, educate, and empower listeners to take full ownership of their identities and live as their proudest, most authentic selves.
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