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  • School's Out, Birthday Bummers and Pop-Culture Pods

    School's Out, Birthday Bummers and Pop-Culture Pods
    2026/06/19

    The Bagels are back to talk end-of-school reflections, social media tribulations, pop culture and podcast recommendations, and - of course - Jewish representation.

    Esther talked about her Facebook account being "permanently disabled," affecting her connections with nearly 5,000 friends (read the whole story here), and Erin shared her experience working on a live remote broadcast for the FIFA World Cup.

    Then the pair got down to processing the latest onslaught of pop culture, with Larry David's take on American history on HBO; Mindy Kaling's latest, Not Suitable for Work; the film Bride!, which was about the Bride of Frankenstein but also about Mary Shelley, who authored the famous monster tale; and the anticipated arrival of Steven Spielberg's latest aliens film. Also in this episode: two odd films from Sacha Baron Cohen, "The Invite," directed by Olivia Wilde and starring Seth Rogen; Anderson Cooper's podcast on grief, featuring Amanda Peet, and a wonderful episode of The Daily, a New York Times podcast, featuring the Broadway show "Every Brilliant Thing," and more!

    Check out these links:
    On The Daily (NYTimes)
    Amanda Peet "There's No Algorithm for Grief" with Anderson Cooper
    The Happiest List on Earth - Every Brilliant Thing
    Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness - Trailer
    Stop That Train Trailer
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    1 時間 24 分
  • May the 27th...29th Be With You

    May the 27th...29th Be With You
    2026/05/29
    Since we missed Star Wars Day, Esther and Erin are celebrating this week! Esther gives a short review of "The Mandalorian and Grogu," followed by some Jewish-adjacent notes in "Euphoria" and "The Testaments," and the funny thing that happened when the Bagels met up for "The Devil Wears Prada 2."
    Passover gets a moment to shine on "Friends and Neighbors," as Esther and Erin run through some of the excellent and authentic seder. There's also a reminder to watch out for the theatrical release of "Floaters," and Erin gives high praise to the documentary "Martin Short: Life is Short."
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    1 時間 5 分
  • Frequent Flyer Bagels

    Frequent Flyer Bagels
    2026/04/17
    Esther and Erin have been quite busy flying here, there, and everywhere the last few months. If they could convert their flight miles into money, they could buy a lifetime supply of bagels...probably!
    Purim and Passover have come and gone, so it's time to get into what they missed during their separate travels: a LOT of movies and some TV, too. A new Jewish actor on The Pitt; casting news for Nobody Wants This Season 3; and brief reviews from the latest roundup of streaming series. Later, Esther's got some publication news, Rachel Bloom's back in a few movies and Erin starts dreaming about future episodes. She'll keep the details to herself for now...you'll just have to stay tuned! Check out these links: Alexandra Metz (Garcia on "The Pitt") on Instagram Pre-order link to Modeling Religious Pluralism book on Amazon (June 2nd release) Caught Stealing: available on Netflix Nothing Is Lost: available on Apple TV The Pitt and Rooser: available on HBO Max.
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    46 分
  • Bad Bunny, Good Hangs and Meeting Jason Alexander

    Bad Bunny, Good Hangs and Meeting Jason Alexander
    2026/02/13

    Esther and Erin are back----how is it February already!? This week, they reflect on the Super Bowl and note the cultural significance of Bad Bunny's halftime show and the impact of SoCal commercials. Erin also spills the details of how she finally met her TV dad, Jason Alexander, and interviewed him about his production of Sweeney Todd playing at the La Mirada Theatre. They also react to catching some Jewy moments in The Pitt, Wonder Man, and Jeopardy.

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    1 時間 2 分
  • Bagels Supreme: Airing Out Our Grievances for a Jewy 2026

    Bagels Supreme: Airing Out Our Grievances for a Jewy 2026
    2026/01/09
    It's 2026 and the bagels are using Festivus as a metaphorical sage so they're ready for 2026. Esther and Erin start with what's out, and what's in for Jewish trends in entertainment... Hot rabbis...OUT.....authentic Jewish encounters between celebrities...IN. As awards season begins, the pair shares musings on the portrayal of Jewish identity in films like "Marty Supreme" and "Is This the Thing On?" and discusses Jewish content scrutiny fatigue. Plus, is "Pluribus" both the most Jewish and un-Jewish show on TV right now?? More to come in 2026! Check out this week's links! Santa Ana Winds song --Crazy Ex Girlfriend Drew Berrymore, Jack Black and Paul Rudd talk B'nai Mitzvahs

    Kate Hudson talks Matzah Ball Soup on Table Manners Podcast


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    52 分
  • BONUS EPISODE: Tsures, Shnook, and Overlapping Dialogue w/ Raphael Bob-Waksberg

    BONUS EPISODE: Tsures, Shnook, and Overlapping Dialogue w/ Raphael Bob-Waksberg
    2025/12/26

    "What is this a crossover episode???" Yes, listeners, it is!

    This week, Esther and Erin are featuring an episode of the Heritage Words podcast, featuring friend of the pod Sarah Benor and Raphael Bob-Waksberg, creator of Bojack Horseman and Long Story Short.

    The bagels spoke to RBW earlier this year about creating the most Jewy show on TV.

    In this episode, RBW discusses his Ashkenazi roots, exposure to Yiddish in pop culture, and how sharing specificity allows audiences to find universal connections.

    You can find Heritage Words anywhere you listen to podcasts. It's sponsored by the HUC Jewish Language Project and HUC Connect.
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    49 分
  • Lighting "31 Candles" for Hanukkah

    Lighting "31 Candles" for Hanukkah
    2025/12/19

    Writer/director/actor Jonah Feingold joins the bagels this week to talk about his new indie film "31 Candles," which blends a Hallmark Christmas movie with Jewish culture.

    The movie follows a 30-something New Yorker who becomes a bar mitzvah...only to win over his former camp crush, who is now a b'nai mitzvah tutor.

    The three also remember the legendary Rob Reiner and talk about his influence on Feingold's movies.

    "31 Candles" heads to an AMC near you on January 9th.

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    35 分
  • What Do Jews Want From Nobody Wants This??

    What Do Jews Want From Nobody Wants This??
    2025/10/31

    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

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    44 分