Yiddish and Chill

Bupkis - Ancestry Interview with Ed - Episode 18

In this jam-packed episode, Blanche and Rebecca dive into their family tree with Ed. Ed gives tips specific to Jewish genealogy for those researching their ancestry. Blan

Schmutz - Episode 17

*Recorded in February 2021* Blanche teaches Rebecca the many uses of the word Schmutz.  As always, we love hearing from you! Email us some examples of how you used the t

Nosh - Interview with Azi Schwartz - Episode 16

Rebecca and Blanche invite their first-ever guest onto the podcast, Cantor Azi Schwartz. Azi breaks down his favorite places to nosh in NYC, plays a sample of a Yiddish s

Schvitz - Episode 15

Recorded Wednesday, Nov 4th, the editors have been up all night, working 24/7, at the speed-of-Nevada, to get this week's episode out while our listeners are still waitin

Kvetch / Farbissina - Episode 14

Blanche and Rebecca "kvetch" about waiting in line at the grocery store.  We also discuss Blanche's run-in with a "Farbissina" Verizon "Bouncer".  As always, we love hea

Schmaltzy - Episode 13

In an episode recorded during the summer, Blanche and Rebecca discuss the term Schmaltzy. They also touch upon the word "Mamaleh"  As always, we love hearing from you! E

Macher - Hamilton Theme - Episode 12

Blanche and Rebecca give thoughts on their Disney Plus viewing of Hamilton, the broadway musical. They discuss the terms "Macher" and "Farbrente".  For those who love bro

Mechayeh - Episode 11

Blanche and Rebecca discuss how you can apply the word "Mechayeh" when experiencing life's simple pleasures.  The root of this word is "chai", meaning "life", as used in

Kina Horah, Poo Poo Poo 🧿 - Episode 10

In this jam-packed episode, Blanche and Rebecca "Kvell" over "The Nanny" becoming a musical. They also discuss the superstitious term "Kina Horah". In the last segment [1

Tsemisht - Episode 9

Blanche gives Rebecca some advice for beginner Yoga. We review the term Tsemisht (tza-MISH-t), which means 'mixed up' or 'confused'.  As always, we love hearing from you!

Schmegegge - Episode 8

This week we learn SHM duplication (Fancy-SHMancy, Boyfriend-SHMoyfriend) stems from the Yiddish Language.  We also review one of Hugh Grant's favorite insults, calling

Farblungent - Episode 7

This week, we review the many uses of the word "Farblungent". Pronunciation: Fahb- lawn - jet. Farblungent describes the state of being/feeling lost.  We love hearing fr

Plotz - Episode 6

In a new segment of the podcast, we answer our first listener question, resulting in a rundown of the term "Mishpacha".  Blanche then reviews the many uses of the word "

Unorthodox Netflix Review - Episode 5

*Reposting 9/30/20 as I had to re-edit*  Special episode this week, where we review the Netflix series "Unorthodox". Spoiler alert! We suggest watching the series before

Schmatta - Episode 4

Day 23 of self-isolation and the new uniform is Schmattas! Schmatta's usually refers to an old/raggedy item of clothing.  Blanche teaches me a bonus word of "Oysgeputst"

Gutte Neshuma - Episode 3

A Gutte Neshuma (Goo-te Na-shoo-ma) is a Menche among Menches. There are few higher compliments to pay someone. A Gutte Neshuma can be a famous figure, but also just as l

Mishegas - Episode 2

Day 13 of self Quarantine. I learn how to distinguish Mishegas (Mish-eh-Gahs) vs Meshuggana (Mesh-oog-ah-nah).  We discuss how to talk your sister out of a getting bad t

Ge-Shmak - Episode 1

Quarantined coffee talk conversations with my Aunt Blanche. We learn a Yiddish word of the day, how to incorporate Yiddish into daily vernacular, and discuss Pop Culture.