Adventures in Jewish Studies Podcast

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Adventures in Jewish Studies is a podcast produced by the Association for Jewish Studies, the largest learned society and professional organization representing Jewish Studies scholars worldwide. The episodes take listeners on a journey, exploring a wide range of topics, from the contemporary to the ancient, in a way that’s informative, engaging, and fun. Launched in 2018, the Adventures in Jewish Studies series produces five episodes annually.

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Recent Reviews
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    What Makes Someone Jewish
    “What Makes Someone Jewish?” was a beautifully produced episode that I plan to share with Jewish and non-Jewish friends and colleagues.
  • ohthewhomanity
    Informational and entertaining!
    I always learn something listening to this show!
  • NDCARMI
    Every Jewish high school student...
    Should take a minor in Jewish studies in college. As a jewish studies high school teacher I use this podcast to inspire my students
  • Purpetal
    Interesting topic
    Loved learning about my favorite foods. Looking forward to the next episode.
  • from the middle to NYC
    So fascinating!
    And sounds just like NPR! As a transplanted New Yorker, it was so interesting to learn about a unique part of the city’s history! Excited for the next episode!
  • ceh37
    The facts behind foodways
    A fascinating and elegantly produced look at Jewish immigrant foodways, and what they reveal about the distinctly American Jewish experience.
  • waren123
    A fun listen into an interesting topic.
    What a great new podcast! Can't wait for another episode.
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