In this episode, Margarita interviews behavioral economist and writer- Dan Ariely. Dan is an icon in the behavioral economics field, and has written well-known books such as Predictably Irrational, The Honest Truth About Dishonesty, and Misbelief. We get front row seats to learn about Dan's work helping rehabilitate the Israeli and Jewish communities post-October 7th. Dan discusses his concerns over behavioral phenomena we're seeing in society today, and leaves us with powerful advice on how to navigate times of high stress and ambiguity. Follow Dan Ariely and purchase his books at danariely ..read more

Margarita interviews Tamara Eidelman, a viral Russian historian and Youtuber known for deep support of Ukraine. Tamara has left Russia and is currently in Europe. In this episode, Margarita and Tamara discuss the war in Ukraine, Tamara's work and her Jewish identity. In this deep conversation, Tamara delves into the themes of humanity, guilt, responsibility, and even souls. See Tamara speak live by attending one of her lectures in Russian while she is on her North American tour. More details here: https://eidelman.ru/ Subscribe to Tamara on Youtube @TamaraEidelmanHistory and on Instagram @tam ..read more

Margarita interviews entrepreneur and friend - Danielle Eisenberg. Danielle is the founder of Oosh, a company selling curated boxes of items from Israel. Danielle also founded BachPlace - a bachelorette planning tool and marketplace. In this episode, they discuss Danielle's career journey and her experience running 2 companies. Additionally, they talk at length about Danielle currently living in Israel, and her itrek mission back in December 2023. They end on a lighthearted note laughing about alternate podcast names that were considered before Margarita landed on "People Jew Wanna Know." Pur ..read more

In this episode, Margarita interviews Harper Spero - business coach, community builder, and storyteller. Harper created Made Visible, a podcast and Storytellers Workshop that helps individuals with invisible illnesses find their voice. Margarita and Harper discuss invisible illness and how it affects people in the workplace. In this eye-opening conversation, Harper talks about her experience and how to empower others to advocate for themselves at work. She also talks about how she single-handedly raised $40,000 for Israel. Harper's inspiring story is the embodiment of "if there's a will, there ..read more

In this episode, Margarita interviews Morgan Raum - the NYC born & raised content creator behind the @tooomuchfoood account. Morgan shares her story and discusses her experience being an openly Jewish content creator post-October 7th. Morgan also talks about her experience as the former Head of Membership at Lox Club, the members-only Jewish dating app, and shares her new project - Shabbat Club in NYC. Follow Morgan on Instagram @tooomuchfoood and @shabbatclub. On TikTok, you can find her @morgan.raum What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 01:32 On Morgan's background & @t ..read more

Meet Bradley Tusk - venture capitalist, political strategist, philanthropist, and writer! From Bradley's policy work to his personal journey, Margarita interviews Bradley on a very broad range of topics in this episode. Bradley offers us a refreshing, no-bullshit guide to think through today's most pressing issues. Check out Bradley's podcast, Firewall, wherever you get your podcasts, and learn more about his work at firewall.media and tuskstrategies.com. Bradley's bookstore and free podcasting studio is P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agen ..read more

Margarita interviews comedian, writer, and friend - Val Bodurtha. Val's writing has been featured by Forbes, Vulture, Buzzfeed, and more. She currently produces and performs at Bomb Shelter Comedy in NYC. This episode covers Val's observant Jewish upbringing, her rebellion against it, and her journey to become an exceptionally funny and talented writer and comedian. Expect plot twists and laughs! Connect with Val and learn about her shows on Instagram @valbodurthanyc. Check out Val's work on her site - valbodurtha.com What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 01:55 What Does Val do a ..read more

Margarita accidentally meets Rabbi Manis Friedman on the plane only to interview him on her podcast 2 weeks later! Coincidence? We think not. In this episode, they discuss Manis Friedman's work, and how he became Youtube's most popular Rabbi. Friedman delves into a philosophical and ethical discussion on the war in Israel and gives us a sneak peak of his new book - To Win a War (The Jewish Way). At the end, he leaves us with an incredibly powerful message. Purchase Rabbi Manis Friedman's books and engage with his work at itsgoodtoknow.org . Follow him on social platforms @RabbiManisFriedman ..read more

Margarita interviews Tiffany Harris - Chief Program Officer of Moishe House. Moishe House is a global nonprofit serving over 70,000 Jewish young adults with events and programming. They know what being Jewish in your 20s is all about. Tiffany discusses Moishe House's current operations, in light of wars in Israel and Ukraine, as well as what's next for the organization. She also covers her impressive career path to becoming an executive, and what she hopes for the future of young Jewish people. Find a Moishe House near you at moishehouse.org and @moishehouse on Instagram. Follow Tiffany Harr ..read more

This episode brings on our first Israel-based guest - Margot Touitou, a content creator and host of Kiss & Tel Aviv podcast. Margarita and Margot (aka Marg Squared) get together to discuss Margot's work, moving to Israel, and her life after October 7th. This episode is full of emotion. We hear everything from Margot's dating experiences in Tel Aviv to her visiting Kibbutz Nir Oz. Margot's dynamic personality and story-telling makes this episode a particularly special one. You might need to grab some Kleenex! Follow Margo on Instagram @margotexplainsitall and listen to Kiss & Tel Aviv ..read more