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The episode discusses the New York Yankees' draft of Core Jackson, a Canadian baseball player who engaged in an antisemitic act as a teenager but has since w...

Jake Retzlaff, a notable Jewish quarterback, has transferred from Brigham Young University to Tulane University after an accusation of sexual misconduct and ...

The episode covers Jewish involvement in the Toronto Indy race and the NBA Summer League, focusing on drivers Robert Shwartzman and Nolan Siegel, as well as ...

The Brooklyn Nets made history by picking two Jewish prospects, Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf, consecutively in the NBA draft. This intriguing decision sets up an...

Finance graduate and professional golfer Josh Goldenberg narrates his journey from working at Goldman Sachs to seizing a rare opportunity to play in the RBC ...

Jewish rookie Robert Shwartzman's achievement of winning the pole position for the Indy 500 signals a historical moment as he aims to be the first Jewish win...

Yeshiva University's men's basketball team faces a challenging season in the wake of the October 7 attacks, captured in the documentary "Rebound: A Year of T...

Menschwarmers welcomes Matthew Leibl, former sports radio host turned podcaster, to discuss Jewish presence in sports, particularly highlighting the Edmonton...

Major League Baseball's Jewish players are highlighted as the new baseball season begins, with discussions of trades, player movements, and standout athletes...

Menschwarmers explores the Jewish connections in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, noting that three of the four top seeds are coached by Jews: Bruce Pea...

Jake Adams, a Jewish stand-up comic, blends humor and sports with his social media channel "Country Club Adjacent," which has gained massive popularity and n...

The hosts of Menschwarmers discuss the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame's efforts to resonate with younger audiences through a rebrand and enhanced d...

Jewish baseball is back in the spotlight with the Canadian premiere of the documentary "Israel Swings for Gold," highlighting the unique journey of Israeli b...

This episode discusses the Toronto Blue Jays' trade of Jewish first baseman Spencer Horwitz to the Cleveland Guardians and the emotional implications for Jew...

Justine Siegal and Keith Stein are launching the Women's Pro Baseball League set to begin in 2026, with the aim of providing a professional platform for wome...

Menschwarmers hosts discuss prominent Jewish figures in professional sports, highlighting basketball players like Deni Avdija, Domantas Sabonis, and rising s...

Jamie Hirsh and Gabe Pulver preview the 2024 NHL and MLB seasons, highlighting key Jewish athletes to watch, such as Zach Hyman, Jack Hughes, and Alex Bregma...

As hockey and baseball seasons converge, the Menschwarmers discuss Jewish athletes to watch, including the promising Hughes brothers in the NHL and key playe...

This episode explores the Jewish origins of the Paralympic Games, highlighting the contributions of Jewish doctor Ludwig Guttmann and contemporary Jewish Par...

Menschwarmers delves into the Jewish origins and current Jewish stars of the Paralympics, featuring an interview with Alana Schreiber on the influential role...

Ethan Katzberg, an Olympic gold medalist initially speculated to have Jewish heritage, is confirmed not to be Jewish, leaving Jewish sports enthusiasts to ce...

The text discusses the excitement around Ethan Katzberg, a non-Jewish Canadian athlete, who won gold in hammer throw at the 2024 Paris Olympics, despite init...

As Israeli athletes prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics amidst death threats and heightened security concerns, the episode highlights their resilience and at...

Israeli athletes facing death threats ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics remain resolute, bolstered by heightened security assurances from France. This episode...

Canadian Jewish beach volleyball player Sam Schachter shares his last-minute journey to qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics and his preparations to compet...

Sam Schachter, a Canadian Jewish beach volleyball player, qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics with partner Daniel Dearing after a last-minute win at the NO...

Menschwarmers hosts discuss noteworthy Jewish athletes in this episode, highlighting the rising potential of Max Fried in baseball and ongoing struggles of Z...

Jewish athletes are making headlines across various sports, with Max Fried being a strong contender for the 2024 Cy Young Award and Spencer Horwitz solidifyi...

The episode delves into the overlapping stereotypes faced by Jewish and Asian athletes, focusing on their immigrant backgrounds and experiences with ethnic s...

The episode hosts a discussion with Adrian Lee exploring parallels between Asian and Jewish athletes, focusing on shared experiences like facing common stere...

Rickwood Field, the oldest professional baseball field in the U.S., will host a Major League Baseball game to commemorate its history with the Negro leagues ...

Rickwood Field, the oldest standing professional baseball park in the USA, will host a historic MLB game commemorating Juneteenth in 2024, featuring a deep d...

The Menschwarmers podcast offers a unique, entertaining twist by merging Passover traditions with the world of Jewish baseball, celebrating legends like Hank...

The Menschwarmers present a unique blend of Passover and baseball through their annual Jewish baseball seder, where they creatively intertwine baseball legen...

Hosts James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver celebrate the cultural impact of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" as the quintessential Jewish sports TV show while also discussing s...

Larry David's 'Curb Your Enthusiasm', often celebrated as the quintessential Jewish comedy series, is highlighted for its unique embrace of sports, making it...

Houston Astros' star Alex Bregman shares his thoughts on Jewish identity in Major League Baseball, discussing memorable moments like the all-Jewish play in t...

Alex Bregman, two-time World Series champion with the Houston Astros, reflects on his Jewish heritage, recalling a historic moment from the 2021 World Series...

Mitch Albom discusses the influence of Judaism and the Holocaust in his latest book 'The Little Liar,' which reflects themes of truthfulness and deception in...

Mitch Albom discusses his new Holocaust-themed novel, "The Little Liar," exploring themes of truth and deception through the story of Greek Jews during WWII,...

The episode highlights the concerning trend of Jewish and Israeli athletes being banned from competitions due to political tensions. Through detailed example...

Three Jewish or Israeli athletes recently faced controversies, illustrating a broader trend of them being banned from sporting events or losing roles due to ...

The episode explores the challenges Jewish girls and women face in engaging with sports, featuring an interview with Chelsey Goldberg who successfully lobbie...

In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, James Hirsh speaks with Chelsey Goldberg about the challenges and advancements for Jewish women in ...

Toronto hosts the NHL All-Star Weekend featuring notable participation of Jewish athletes, including the Hughes brothers and potentially Jeremy Swayman. The ...

Toronto's NHL All-Star Weekend is notable for featuring a significant number of Jewish players, including Quinn and Jack Hughes, and possibly Jeremy Swayman....

Women's hockey is reaching new heights with the launch of the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL), as highlighted by a record-breaking match in Minneso...

Kaleigh Fratkin, a veteran player in the newly formed Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL), discusses the exciting developments and challenges in profes...

In the final episode of Menschwarmers for 2023, the podcast highlights eight crazy Jewish sports stories from the year. These include the Canadian Open, Isra...

Lior Berman, a 24-year-old Jewish basketball player, recently earned a scholarship for NCAA Division I basketball with Auburn University in Alabama, where he...