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Are you ashamed to admit you're not across the big issues and events affecting Jews in Australia, Israel and around the Jewish world?In this new podcast from online publication The Jewish Independent, Your Third Cousin Tami Sussman and TJI's Dashiel Lawrence tackle the week's 'Chewiest and Jewiest' topics.

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Maimonides, Yehudit, Lilith. You know these divas by name but you’ve forgotten what they did. Tami and Shoshana are here for you once again with a breakdown. Plus, a post in a Jewish Facebook group that made Shoshana lose her mind. 

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Did you know that Jewish people celebrate the trees' birthday? And the moon? Is Jewish Valentine's day romantic or horrific? Tami & Shoshana are here for you as they discuss Rosh Chodesh, Tu B'av and Tu B'shevat aka. Tu Bishvat. Plus an angry Jewish ... more

Why do Jewish people get anxious about waste? Have a different calendar? Occasionally marry their in-law? Tami & Shoshana are here for you; all will be answered in this week’s 'Rapid Fire' episode. Plus, a curious FB group member asks if it’s permiss... more

Welcome back to Season 4 of The Jewish Independent’s podcast ASHAMED TO ADMIT. In the first episode of the season, Tami Sussman asks BRAND NEW CO-HOST Shoshana Gottlieb Beker how Jews ended up in so many places around the world! Plus, they introduce ... more

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Recent Guests

Natalie Sanandaji
Survivor of the October 7th Nova Festival Massacre and Public Affairs Officer for the Combat Antisemitism Movement
Combat Antisemitism Movement
Episode: Bearing Witness on October 7th with Nova Festival Survivor Natalie Sanandaji
Ellie Bouhadana
Chef and author known for her hometown recipes and intuitive cooking style.
Author of "Ellie's Table"
Episode: Ellie's Story: From Family Kitchen to Award-Winning Cookbook
Deborah Conway
Veteran Australian musician and songwriter
Episode: Wary Serenity: Deborah Conway & Ben Adler on Performing Music Post-October 7
Ben Adler
Festival Director of Shear and member of Sydney Klezmer Fusion Band Chutney
Episode: Wary Serenity: Deborah Conway & Ben Adler on Performing Music Post-October 7
Alexis Fishman
An actor, singer, writer, producer, and educator, currently performing in Anne Being Frank at the Sydney Opera House
Episode: Dear Diary: Alexis Fishman's Theatrical Journey
Beck Feiner
Graphic designer and illustrator known for her children's books and social commentary.
Episode: Bright, Bold & Beautiful; it's Aussie Legend Beck Feiner
Jakey Parry
Actor, content creator and Hebrew teacher
IDF spokesperson unit; content creator
Episode: Magpies to Missiles: With Aussie Actor Jakey Parry
Lee Kofman
Writing teacher, mentor, author, and editor of nine books in Hebrew and English
Jewish Independent
Episode: Unsilenced: Lee Kofman's Fight Against Doxxing and Antisemitism in Australia's Arts and Creative Industry
Adam Hyman
Co-founder of Beit Hillel Community School
Beit Hillel Community School
Episode: Are We Raising Joyous (Jewish) Children? Two Melbourne Educators Think We Can Do Better

Hosts

Dashiel Lawrence
Executive Director at The Jewish Independent. Engages viewers with insightful commentary on Jewish identity and current affairs.
Tami Sussman
Host of Ashamed to Admit and a known figure at The Jewish Independent, bringing light-hearted humor and vulnerability to discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Not ashamed to admit that

    this is my favourite podcast to listen to. Friendly and informative and one of the rare non US-centric Jewish shows.

    Also thanks for the shoutout to Japan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sheepchase
    Japan7 months ago
  • Never a dull moment

    Loving this podcast. <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoldsAGK
    Australiaa year ago
  • really good

    funny, charming, educational. Manages to feel tonally light while tackling some really interesting and often rather deep subject matter. Grateful for this show, and for hosts Dash and Tami.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joshthekjdv
    Australiaa year ago
  • Slightly less ashamed

    I’m not ashamed to admit that I love this show (it always jumps the podcast queue). It’s funny, pithy, interesting, topical and timeless all at once. The hosts are so warm and down-to-earth that you instantly feel like you have always known and liked them. I’ve learned so much from this show, but it never feels heavy even when the topics are. I’m ashamed to admit that I’m ignorant and confused about most things, but since I’ve started listening to Tami and Dash, I’m slightly less ashamed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maggieball
    Australiaa year ago
  • Safe space to connect with community 🙏

    It’s cool to feel included in the spectrum of Jewish conversations again - often I don’t feel like there is space for what I think and feel and don’t feel represented in most narratives. I particularly enjoyed the episodes with Ittay, and really appreciated the balanced view he gave of his experience and the compassion and empathy he shows for all sides of these conflicts. Props! 👏👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tmgutman
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its blend of humor and educational content, characterizing it as friendly, engaging, and relevant.
The hosts' warmth and dynamic connection resonate with audiences, making complex topics accessible.
The show is seen as an essential source for understanding Jewish identity and societal issues, often leading to personal reflections from listeners.
Many find the discussions provide a necessary space for Jewish voices in Australia, especially regarding current community challenges.

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Season 3 finale: Secret Scandalous Family Histories
Q: How do you answer that question now when people say, are you Jewish?
Dash reflects that although he isn't Jewish religiously, he has a unique connection to the Jewish community through his family and personal experiences.
Bearing Witness on October 7th with Nova Festival Survivor Natalie Sanandaji
Q: What are some of the things you do to take care of yourself when you're retelling this story over and over again?
Doing these interviews and speaking out can get very draining and tiring... the only thing that really helps me is when I go back to Israel.
Bearing Witness on October 7th with Nova Festival Survivor Natalie Sanandaji
Q: What does it mean for you personally to take on the role of being a voice for those who can't share their stories?
I took that responsibility very much to heart... I felt that it was my duty to be that voice for them.
Bearing Witness on October 7th with Nova Festival Survivor Natalie Sanandaji
Q: How does it land for you when you hear people saying that it's all too much for them?
Sometimes there's this automatic feeling of almost like resentment. Like you have the privilege to turn that off and to turn away from that and not have it be part of your everyday life.
Legacy, Leadership, and the Long Game: Rabbis Jeffrey Kamins and Jacqueline Ninio
Q: Rabbi Ninio, how are you preparing yourself for the increased scrutiny and pressure that comes with your new role?
Rabbi Ninio acknowledges the challenge and shares she will seek support from both within and outside the congregation to guide her through this transition.

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Engaging in the intersection of Jewish identity and contemporary issues, conversations center around pressing topics impacting Jewish communities in Australia, Israel, and the broader world. The hosts tackle complex themes with warmth and humor, blending personal narratives and guest insights to create a relatable and informative listening experience. Episodes cover a wide range of subjects, including cultural identity, community challenges, and the significance of familial history, all presented within a framework that prioritizes both education and entertainment.

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