Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam

Mijal Bitton and Noam Weissman are two of the most dynamic, interesting, and thought-provoking Jewish leaders today. Two seasoned educators who love to talk, listen, laugh, challenge, and grow, Mijal and Noam are the Wondering Jews, leading us through thought-provoking discussions that are as serious as they are entertaining.Whether you're a seasoned scholar or just curious about Jewish culture, this show offers a refreshing perspective that's both enlightening and enjoyable. It's not just a podcast; it's a thoughtful conversation that invites everyone to wonder about the rich tapestry of Jewish ideas in the context of our daily lives. Brought to you by Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media.

Recent Episodes
  • Zionism and Anti-Zionism: Defining Our Terms (Re-release)
    Jun 4, 2025 – 36:41
  • BONUS Shavuot Learning: Ruth's Quiet Revolution with Rabbi Joe Wolfson and Mijal
    May 29, 2025 – 55:38
  • More than Just Cheesecake: Why Shavuot Is the Most Underrated Holiday
    May 28, 2025 – 28:37
  • A Special Message from Mijal and Noam About the Tragic D.C. Shooting
    May 22, 2025 – 10:31
  • Negotiating Empires: What Can the Israeli Government Learn from Tanach? Rabbi Alex Israel
    May 21, 2025 – 01:01:54
  • Reconsidering Lag Ba'Omer with Yael Dworkin– A Holiday of Mysticism, Love, and Friendship
    May 15, 2025 – 44:11
  • A Message for our Listeners
    May 14, 2025 – 00:42
  • Ask Us Anything: Zionism, Israel, and the Books We Love
    May 7, 2025 – 27:01
  • BONUS: What the Heck Is the World Zionist Congress and Why Am I Being Asked To Vote? With WZC President Tova Dorfman
    May 2, 2025 – 36:34
  • Feeling Hopeful This Yom Haatzmaut with Haviv Rettig Gur
    May 1, 2025 – 49:33
  • Holocaust Education is Broken. Dara Horn Knows How We Can Fix It
    Apr 23, 2025 – 44:47
  • Special Crossover: The Star of David (Jewish History Nerds)
    Apr 16, 2025 – 36:48
  • A Passover Conversation with Rabbi Wolpe: Jewish Solidarity & Survival In a Difficult Year
    Apr 9, 2025 – 41:02
  • Why I’m Not a Jew of Color: Mijal Bitton Unpacks Her Controversial Essay
    Apr 2, 2025 – 39:18
  • Faith Without Halacha? Jewish Practice in the Modern World
    Mar 26, 2025 – 31:36
  • What We’ve Lost In Modernity: A Conversation with Sarah Hurwitz on Faith
    Mar 19, 2025 – 48:30
  • Where Was God?: Purim and Post-Holocaust Theology with Tanya White
    Mar 12, 2025 – 46:30
  • The Weaponization of International Law with Natasha Hausdorff
    Mar 5, 2025 – 51:53
  • Exploring Religious Zionism with Yair Ettinger
    Feb 27, 2025 – 39:12
  • Should Jews Move to Israel?: Zionism, Aliyah, and Jewish Identity
    Feb 20, 2025 – 45:03
  • Is "Zionism" Dead?: Re-Defining Identity in 2025
    Feb 12, 2025 – 44:56
  • A Journey through Zionism: Identity, Politics and Faith #1 Listener Pick (Re-release)
    Feb 5, 2025 – 44:38
  • Wondering about Zionism with Haviv Rettig Gur : #1 Staff Pick (Re-release)
    Jan 29, 2025 – 55:42
  • Meghan McCain on Antisemitism and Politics: Live from the JFNA: #2 Staff Pick (Re-release)
    Jan 22, 2025 – 46:49
  • Campus Encampments and Jewish Identity: #3 Staff Pick (Re-release)
    Jan 15, 2025 – 40:34
  • Haredim and the Israeli Army: #4 Staff Pick (Re-release)
    Jan 8, 2025 – 39:21
  • Can ChatGPT replace my Rabbi?: #5 Staff Pick (Re-release)
    Jan 1, 2025 – 33:13
  • Unpacking Hanukkah: History, Miracles, and the Meaning of Light
    Dec 25, 2024 – 39:08
  • Speaking to the Soul: Yirmiyahu Danzig's Journey Through Identity, Empathy and Dialogue
    Dec 18, 2024 – 45:21
  • Does Interfaith Dialogue Work After 10/7?
    Dec 11, 2024 – 45:57
  • What Do Trump’s Picks Mean For Jewish America?: with Ted Deutch of the AJC
    Dec 4, 2024 – 43:22
  • What Are We Thankful For? Personal Reflections from Mijal and Noam
    Nov 27, 2024 – 39:31
  • Elon Gold: Laughing through Faith, Identity, and Resilience
    Nov 20, 2024 – 36:33
  • Meghan McCain on Antisemitism and Politics: Live from the JFNA
    Nov 14, 2024 – 44:03
  • The Jewish Vote and Preserving Democracy with Lauren Markoe
    Nov 6, 2024 – 39:46
  • Navigating Israel, Identity, and Empathy in a Changing World
    Oct 30, 2024 – 39:03
  • What Lies Ahead for Israel with Haviv Rettig Gur
    Oct 22, 2024 – 48:53
  • Finding Joy in Sukkot and Beyond
    Oct 15, 2024 – 31:09
  • The Anniversary of October 7th with Amir Tibon
    Oct 7, 2024 – 47:34
  • Rosh Hashanah Reflections: Joy, Grief, and Solidarity
    Oct 2, 2024 – 33:27
  • Remembering Carmel, Ori, Hersh, Eden, Alexander, and Almog
    Sep 11, 2024 – 10:23
  • New episodes coming soon!
    Aug 21, 2024 – 00:53
  • A Journey Through Zionism: Identity, Politics, and Faith
    Aug 14, 2024 – 40:17
  • Tisha B'Av: A reflection of Jewish history and unity
    Aug 7, 2024 – 31:52
  • Haviv Rettig Gur Emergency Episode: The Druze, Hezbollah, and Ismail Haniyeh
    Jul 31, 2024 – 58:35
  • Can Summer Camp Complete Your Education?
    Jul 24, 2024 – 34:36
  • Political Polarization: Can We Heal?
    Jul 17, 2024 – 32:08
  • Special episode: Paths to peace with Chloe Valdary
    Jul 10, 2024 – 42:56
  • The American Dream: A Personal Reflection
    Jul 3, 2024 – 22:45
  • What does Judaism mean to you?
    Jun 26, 2024 – 40:55
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