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Jewish History Nerds

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Whoever said history was boring clearly never heard these stories…Welcome to Jewish History Nerds! Join hosts Yael and Schwab each week as they take a dive into some deep cuts of Jewish history. From the Jewish Da Vinci Code to mass suicide pacts, explore true stories that feel larger than life. Be in touch: nerds@unpacked.media

Latest episodes

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Before Jews Danced With the Torah: The Lost Simchat Torah Tradition

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Jewish History Nerds is a Signal Awards finalist. Vote for us in Listener's Choice by Thu 15 Oct: ⁠https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2026/individual-episodes/gen

Oct 1
13 min

The Jewish History Hiding in Japan and Korea

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Sep 10
54 min

How Jews Helped Invent America

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Sep 3
28 min

Why Did Sammy Davis Jr. Become Jewish?

Jewish History Nerds is a Signal Awards finalist. Vote for us in Listener's Choice by Thu 15 Oct: https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2026/individual-episodes/genr

Aug 27
52 min

Al Jolson and The Jazz Singer: The Jewish Story Behind Hollywood’s First Talkie

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Aug 20
57 min

She Spoke from the Pulpit Before Women Could. Revisiting Ray Fank

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Aug 13
48 min

How a Plate of Shrimp Changed American Judaism

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Aug 6
54 min

Anarchism, Feminism...and Judaism? Revisiting Emma Goldman

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Jul 30
40 min

The Statue of Liberty Was Never Meant to Welcome Immigrants

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Jul 23
35 min

How One Jewish Poet Changed the Meaning of America

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Jul 16
41 min

The Jewish Fight Hidden Inside The Constitution

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Jul 9
44 min

The Forgotten Jews Who Built America

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Jul 7
39 min

Why The First Jews in Colonial America Nearly Vanished

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Jul 2
49 min

Jewish Pirates and the Caribbean

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Jun 25
44 min

The First Jews in the Americas: Fleeing the Inquisition to Brazil

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Jun 18
49 min

What If Rabin Wasn't a Peacenik?

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Jun 16
1 h 03 min

The Real Reason Anne Frank Became a Global Symbol

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Jun 11
1 h 05 min

Was King David a Hero or a Villain?

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Jun 9
53 min

New Episodes, Coming Next Week

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Jun 4
2 min

Voices of the Warsaw Ghetto: A Yom HaShoah Re-Release

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Apr 14
37 min

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#1
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#5 ▲ 8 Judaism US

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A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

This is such a well done and entertaining podcast. The quality of the research is great but I also really appreciate how apolitical it is too - just facts! Yael and Jonathan clearly enjoy working together to uncover and share highlights of Jewish history and it’s a treat for the listener.

The Bestie Estie · Aug 2026

Each episode is informative and entertaining. It is clear that they are well researched, and presented by the hosts in a conversational way, not preachy or dull. I can’t wait to see what they come up with next!

Valleestein · Aug 2026

Every time I get to the last episode, I get so sad. I love learning Jewish history from people who love learning Jewish history. I love the weird history behind all of our culture and traditions and I especially enjoy listening to it as I go about my day. This podcast is right up my alley. I wish there were 100 more episodes.

yoyoyona · Apr 2026

This episode was really intriguing and gave such a clear picture of the times. The hosts are even handed, well researched, while also entertaining- which is the case in all their episodes as well. I always learn something new.

Cscha915 · Mar 2026

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