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S3E1 - Jewish sports stories we're watching in 2022
20 Jan 2022
The Menschwarmers podcast's third season discusses key Jewish sports stories in 2022, ranging from Olympic sibling snowboarders to LPGA contenders and athlet...
20 Jan 2022
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S2E24 - Year in review: The biggest Jewish sports moments of 2021
16 Dec 2021
In the podcast episode S2E24, the hosts James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver review the significant Jewish sports moments of 2021, ranging from Joc Pederson's achieve...
16 Dec 2021
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S2E23 - Hanukkah miracles: 9 Jewish sports streaks that defied expectations
25 Nov 2021
In a podcast episode celebrating Hanukkah, the Menschwarmers discuss 9 Jewish sports streaks that defied expectations, including Team Israel's surprising suc...
25 Nov 2021
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Bonus Episode: Sitting Down with Mitch Garber of the Seattle Kraken
18 Nov 2021
In a bonus episode of Menschwarmers, an interview with Montreal businessman Mitch Garber discusses his involvement with sports teams like the Montreal Alouet...
18 Nov 2021
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S2E22 - Basketball and the Holocaust: An interview with Dan Grunfeld
10 Nov 2021
Former pro basketball player Dan Grunfeld discusses his father, Ernie Grunfeld, who is the only son of Holocaust survivors to play in any of the Big Four pro...
10 Nov 2021
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S2E21 - Who is the greatest Jewish athlete of all time?
27 Oct 2021
The podcast discusses the question of who the greatest Jewish athlete of all time is, considering factors such as records held, career longevity, and popular...
27 Oct 2021
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S2E20 - Inside the world of competitive cheerleading
14 Oct 2021
Peri Goodman, a cheerleader for the Brock University Badgers, discusses the competitive world of cheerleading, including the dynamics between cheerleaders an...
14 Oct 2021
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S2E19 - The Jews of Cooperstown: Koufax, Greenberg... Rawitch?
30 Sep 2021
Josh Rawitch, the president of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and a member of a family that significantly increased the Jewish population of Cooperstown,...
30 Sep 2021
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S2E18 - How Colt Cabana became one of the world's most famous Jewish wrestlers
13 Sep 2021
Colt Cabana, also known as Scott Colton, has risen from his beginnings in the Midwest wrestling scene to become a prominent figure in professional wrestling....
13 Sep 2021
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S2E17 - Mike Wilner's post-Rogers renaissance
26 Aug 2021
Mike Wilner, known for his work as the voice of Blue Jays baseball on the radio, experienced a career shift when he was let go by the team's owner, Rogers. H...
26 Aug 2021
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S2E16 - An interview with hometown hockey hero Zach Hyman
11 Aug 2021
Toronto's beloved Jewish hockey player, Zach Hyman, recently signed a lucrative contract with the Edmonton Oilers, leaving behind his Maple Leafs team and ho...
11 Aug 2021
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S2E15 - How did Jews fare at the Olympics?
6 Aug 2021
Jews were well represented at the Tokyo Olympics, with athletes like Jessica Fox, Jemima Montag, Israel's mixed judo team, and gymnast Artem Dolgopyat excell...
6 Aug 2021
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Bonus Episode: Talking Olympic History on Bonjour Chai
29 Jul 2021
The Menschwarmers made a guest appearance on Bonjour Chai, discussing Olympic history, Jewish athletes, and more. They also announced their upcoming live eve...
29 Jul 2021
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S2E13 - Olympics Preview: Who are the Jews to watch in Tokyo?
20 Jul 2021
With the Tokyo Olympics around the corner, Jewish sports enthusiasts are curious about Jewish athletes to watch during the games. A variety of Jewish contend...
20 Jul 2021
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S2E12 - Will Israel's baseball team medal at the Olympics?
7 Jul 2021
In episode 12 of Menschwarmers podcast, the discussion revolves around whether Israel's baseball team will win a medal at the Tokyo Olympics, with hosts Jame...
7 Jul 2021
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S2E11 - Who knew fencing was a Jewish sport?
23 Jun 2021
In a podcast episode titled "Who knew fencing was a Jewish sport?" on Menschwarmers, Eli Schenkel, a young Vancouver-based fencer, discusses his journey into...
23 Jun 2021
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S2E10 - Menschwarmers Radio: The best Jewish sports songs
9 Jun 2021
In episode 10 of Menschwarmers Radio, hosts Gabe and Jamie explore Jewish sports songs by Jewish musicians, discussing the intersection of Jewish identity an...
9 Jun 2021
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S2E9 - An Interview with Cody Decker
26 May 2021
Cody Decker, a retired professional baseball player active in the sports world, discusses his career and Jewish identity in a generous interview. Decker is c...
26 May 2021
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S2E8 - Meet the self-proclaimed "King of Jewish Baseball"
11 May 2021
Nate Fish, known as the "King of Jewish Baseball," has a background in coaching and playing for various teams such as Team USA, the Tel Aviv Lightning, and t...
11 May 2021
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S2E7 - The Jews of Esports
27 Apr 2021
Lost Tribe Esports is a non-profit organization engaging young Jewish gamers by organizing video game events and competitions, recognizing the appeal of gami...
27 Apr 2021
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S2E6 - The Retirement of Julian Edelman
14 Apr 2021
Julian Edelman, a prominent Jewish NFL player and Superbowl MVP, recently retired after a successful 12-season career with the New England Patriots. This eve...
14 Apr 2021
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S2E5 - The Jewish Baseball Passover Seder
30 Mar 2021
In a themed Passover seder episode, hosts James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver combine the traditions of matzah brei and baseball to create a "Jewish baseball" celebr...
30 Mar 2021
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S2E4 - The NBA Reckons with anti-Semitism
14 Mar 2021
In a recent episode of Menschwarmers, outrage sparked when Miami Heat player Meyers Leonard used an anti-Semitic slur on a public broadcast, prompting discus...
14 Mar 2021
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S2E3 - Eric Nusbaum and the Dodgers Stadium Exodus
2 Mar 2021
Sports journalist Eric Nusbaum discusses the displacement of a Latino community in Los Angeles when Dodgers Stadium was built in his book "Stealing Home: Los...
2 Mar 2021
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S2E2 - We Couldn't Get Deni Avdija, So Here's Fred Katz
15 Feb 2021
The podcast episode discusses the impact of Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija joining the Washington Wizards, which generated excitement among Jewish NBA...
15 Feb 2021
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An Interview with NFL Veteran Sage Rosenfels
2 Apr 2020
Sage Rosenfels, a former NFL quarterback, discusses the experience of being a Jewish athlete in rural Iowa versus Miami in an interview on the Menschwarmers ...
2 Apr 2020
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Ethan Zohn, AKA That Jewish Guy from Survivor, puts the Mensch in Menschwarmers
12 Mar 2020
Ethan Zohn, known for winning Survivor and charity work in Africa, discusses his experiences on Survivor, soccer career, and audition for Curb Your Enthusias...
12 Mar 2020
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Eric Koreen of The Athletic has the Most Jewish Superpower of All: Doubt
21 Feb 2020
Eric Koreen, a writer for The Athletic who covers the Raptors, discusses his Jewish heritage and how doubt is his superpower on the Menschwarmers podcast hos...
21 Feb 2020
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We Need to Talk About that Tim Hortons Ad
16 Jan 2020
The article discusses a commercial collaboration between Tim Hortons and Wayne Gretzky, highlighting potential issues with it. Additionally, it features an i...
16 Jan 2020
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Jewish Sports Movies to Keep You Warm this Holiday Season
19 Dec 2019
In a podcast called Menschwarmers, hosts Gabe and Jamie compile a list of the top Jewish sports movies to enjoy during the holiday season, featuring titles l...
19 Dec 2019
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The Birth of the Maccabiah Games
4 Dec 2019
The podcast discusses the origin of the Maccabiah Games, likening their inception to a great miracle similar to Hanukkah. It also touches on controversial to...
4 Dec 2019
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Cherry Popped, Hyman Unbroken, Babcock Cut: A Hockey Recap
21 Nov 2019
As the NHL season progresses, Jewish player Zach Hyman rejoins the Maple Leafs after coach Mike Babcock's departure. However, the focus shifts to Don Cherry,...
21 Nov 2019
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Alan Goldsher is Not a Scab
6 Nov 2019
Alan Goldsher, a freelance writer, found himself amidst controversy when he stepped in to replace the resigned editorial board of Deadspin. Hosted by Gabe Pu...
6 Nov 2019
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How Do You Say "Championship Ring" in Hebrew?
23 Oct 2019
In a podcast episode of Menschwarmers hosted by Gabe Pulver and Jamie Hirsh, they discuss the Jewish connections of the Toronto Raptors during their ring cer...
23 Oct 2019
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New to Judaism, Newer to Montreal: An Interview with Habs Forward Nate Thompson
8 Oct 2019
Nate Thompson, a professional hockey player recently traded to the Montreal Canadiens, discusses his unexpected conversion to Judaism after meeting a Jewish ...
8 Oct 2019
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A Great Baseball Miracle Happened There
25 Sep 2019
Israel's baseball team achieved a remarkable victory, securing a spot as an early qualifier for the 2020 Olympics against all odds, showcasing a true Hebrew ...
25 Sep 2019
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Max Winkler, Down in Jungleland
13 Sep 2019
Director Max Winkler discusses the premiere of his new movie "Jungleland" in a conversation with the Mensches at TIFF, along with topics like Jewish Dodgers,...
13 Sep 2019
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Jew or Not Jew: NFL Owner Edition
30 Aug 2019
In the podcast episode "Jew or Not Jew: NFL Owner Edition," hosts Jamie and Gabe examine the upcoming NFL season from a Jewish perspective. They engage in a ...
30 Aug 2019
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Mardy Fish isn't Jewish, and Other Jewish Tennis Stories
14 Aug 2019
Tennis writer Marvin Glassman discusses the history and future of Jews in tennis on the Menschwarmers podcast with hosts Jamie and Gabe. They touch on Jewish...
14 Aug 2019
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A Synagogue is Where You Bless Up
1 Aug 2019
The Menschwarmers podcast episode discusses the curiosity non-Jewish athletes like NFL star Antonio Brown and Steph Curry have shown towards Jewish culture, ...
1 Aug 2019
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The Golden Age of Jewish Boxing
18 Jul 2019
The podcast episode discusses the golden age of Jewish boxing, highlighting prominent boxers like Barney Ross and Sammy Luftspring. Special guest Lou Eisen s...
18 Jul 2019
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Special Announcement: A Short Summer Vacation
27 Jun 2019
The CJN office is taking a short summer vacation, so the Canadian Jewish Shmooze and Menschwarmers will be on a break for a couple of weeks. However, upon th...
27 Jun 2019
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We've Got Andrés Cantor Energy for the Raptors
19 Jun 2019
Andrés Cantor, known for his energetic soccer commentary, captures the excitement over the Toronto Raptors' NBA Finals win with his trademark "GOOOAAAAALLLLL...
19 Jun 2019
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The Biggest Sports Fan Alive is a Canadian Jew
6 Jun 2019
The article discusses the avid support of the Toronto Raptors by the famous Canadian Jew, Drake, during the NBA Finals. The hosts ponder whether Drake is str...
6 Jun 2019
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Wither the Kosherdome
24 May 2019
The podcast "Menschwarmers" discusses the scarcity of football stadiums that serve kosher food. Hosted by Gabe Pulver and Jamie Hirsh, the show is produced a...
24 May 2019
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The Tale of Team Israel
10 May 2019
The Menschwarmers podcast recently interviewed Jonathan Mayo about baseball journalism, discussing Team Israel's unexpected success and the documentary "Head...
10 May 2019
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Dave Gass and the Anti-Semitism of English Soccer
23 Apr 2019
Soccer commentator Dave Gass discusses the anti-Semitism present in English soccer, particularly focusing on the fans of Tottenham Hotspur who are known as t...
23 Apr 2019
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Of Bagels and Bob Dylan
8 Apr 2019
The podcast "Menschwarmers" hosted by Gabe Pulver and Jamie Hirsh humorously debates controversial topics like slicing bagels St. Louis-style and the convers...
8 Apr 2019
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Introducing the Menschwarmers
29 Mar 2019
"Menschwarmers" is a new podcast introduced by The CJN Podcast Network, hosted by Jamie Hirsh and Gabe Pulver, edited by Alex Rose, and supervised by Michael...
29 Mar 2019