Tag: James Hirsh

Spencer Horwitz, a promising prospect for the Toronto Blue Jays and a key player for Team Israel, recently made an impact at the World Baseball Classic by hitting Israel's first RBI, ultimately contributing to a surprising victory for the team.
Israel's baseball team is gearing up for the World Baseball Classic, making a return five years after their impressive performance in 2017.
The Menschwarmers celebrate their second annual baseball seder as baseball's opening day and Passover coincide, reflecting on the intersection of the two events.
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 achievements to Meyers Leonard's controversial slur and successes like Sue Bird's basketball victory contrasted with Team Israel's baseball loss.
Peri Goodman, a cheerleader for the Brock University Badgers, discusses the competitive world of cheerleading, including the dynamics between cheerleaders and gymnasts and the potential for cheer to become an Olympic sport.
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 James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver expressing their support despite the early viewing times.
In episode 10 of Menschwarmers Radio, hosts Gabe and Jamie explore Jewish sports songs by Jewish musicians, discussing the intersection of Jewish identity and sports in music.
Lost Tribe Esports is a non-profit organization engaging young Jewish gamers by organizing video game events and competitions, recognizing the appeal of gaming as a means to connect with youth who may not easily engage with traditional cultural or religious activities.
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" celebration.
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 Angeles, the Dodgers, and the Lives Caught in Between."
The podcast episode discusses the impact of Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija joining the Washington Wizards, which generated excitement among Jewish NBA fans.