Highly Jewish

Marissa Streit joins Tanya on the Highly Jewish Podcast!In this episode of the Highly Jewish Podcast, Tanya sits down with Marissa Streit, CEO of PragerU, for a fascinating conversation about Jewish identity, Israel, education, antisemitism and the power of media to shape public opinion.Having grown up in Israel, served in the IDF's intelligence unit and gone on to lead one of America's most influential educational media organisations, Marissa brings a unique perspective to some of the biggest conversations facing the Jewish community today.From the challenges of fighting antisemitism to the importance of telling our own stories, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.🎙️ Listen now and join the conversation.Support the show

Meet Kenny Hamilton 🎙️From working alongside Justin Bieber during his rise to global superstardom to building a career across music, management and business, Kenny Hamilton has built a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed behind the scenes.In this episode, we hear about his journey, the lessons he's learned along the way, and what it takes to turn relationships, ambition and opportunity into lasting success.Listen now and get to know the man behind the scenes. 👇Support the show

Born in Paris and raised between Paris and Los Angeles, Liz has worked in both places. She is fluent in both English and French.She did most of her schooling in Los Angeles, where she attended Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles, as well as Beverly Hills High School. She is an expert when it comes to the west side, having lived in almost every part of West L.A from Beverly Hills, Bel Air, to her current residence in Malibu.She is passionate about Southern California and immediately integrated herself into the community. She is an active member of the Malibu Surfing Association and has surfed almost every wave in Southern California. We talk about everything in this podcast including finding her a nice Jewish man! Support the show

We’re pleased to welcome Gabe Einhorn to the Highly Jewish podcast with Tanya.Gabe is a young Jewish-American entrepreneur, social media creator and passionate advocate for Jewish identity. A graduate of Yeshiva University and co-founder of real estate technology company Nessoo, Gabe has also used his growing platform to speak openly about faith, Israel, antisemitism and the importance of being proudly Jewish.In this episode, Tanya sits down with Gabe to discuss his journey, his Jewish identity, entrepreneurship, social media and what it means to stand up and be proudly Jewish today.Support the show

Natan Sharansky is a Soviet-born Israeli politician, human rights activist and former political prisoner who became one of the world’s most prominent voices for freedom and democracy.A refusenik in the Soviet Union, Sharansky was arrested in 1977 and sentenced to 13 years in prison for alleged espionage after campaigning for the right of Soviet Jews to emigrate to Israel. He spent years in Soviet prisons and labour camps before being released in a 1986 prisoner exchange.After arriving in Israel, he entered politics, served as a government minister and became Chairman of the Jewish Agency.His story is one of courage, resilience and the belief that freedom is worth fighting for — making him an important figure in both Jewish history and the global human rights movement.Support the show

🎙️ Shabbos Kestenbaum joins Tanya on the Highly Jewish PodcastShabbos Kestenbaum is one of the most recognisable young voices in Jewish activism today. In this episode of Highly Jewish, he joins Tanya for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about Jewish identity, antisemitism, campus activism, Israel, standing up for what you believe in and what it means to be proudly Jewish in today’s world.They discuss Shabbos’ journey, the experiences that shaped his activism, the backlash that comes with speaking out, and why he believes the Jewish community needs more people willing to use their voices.It's an open, candid and at times challenging conversation about being Highly Jewish in a world where being visibly Jewish can feel more complicated than ever.Support the show

Eve Barlow rose to prominence as a celebrated music journalist, writing for some of the world's most prestigious magazines and championing progressive causes.Between 2009-2012, Eve edited some of the biggest entertainment magazines in the UK including Q Magazine, MOJO, Empire, FHM, and Kerrang! In 2012, Eve was invited to become the Deputy Editor of the NME, then the biggest weekly print music title in Europe.As an antisemitism and social justice warrior, Eve is a prominent figure in media outlets today, promoting equality, inclusivity and a push for a non-bias media.She joined Tanya in the latest episode of Highly Jewish where nothing was off the table! Support the show

An incredible insight into Tanya's world.  Tanya's mom joined the Highly Jewish podcast to share her family story. It's not to be missed!! Support the show

In this episode Emmy Award-winning actor, filmmaker, journalist, and political advisor Yuval David joins Tanya as they drive around LA. He is widely recognized for his advocacy for Jewish, Israeli, and LGBTQ+ rights, as well as his performances in television shows like Madam Secretary and What Would You Do?. Support the show

Tanya is joined by the incredible Sivan of Sivan's Kitchen. Listen to this episode where they talk all things Jewish food and identity. Guaranteed to leave you feeling hungry.Sivan’s Kitchen is the brand and online platform of Sivan Kobi, a popular Israeli-American recipe developer, food influencer, and content creator known for her viral kosher and traditional Jewish recipes. Based in Los Angeles, Sivan was born in Israel and raised in a family deeply rooted in the food industry. Her father and grandparents were bakers who owned well-known bakeries (such as Sherman's Bakery) in the LA area. She rose to prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic when, at her daughter's suggestion, she began sharing her family's traditional Iraqi and Ashkenazi recipes, Shabbat meal prep, and daily cooking videos on social media. Today, she has built a massive community across Instagram and her official Sivan's Kitchen Website, where she shares approachable comfort food, baked goods, and tablescaping ideas. You can follow her cooking journey and find her recipes directly on the Sivan's Kitchen InstagramSupport the show