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Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam

Mijal Bitton, Noam Weissman

Booking Overview

An interview-led show focused on Jewish ideas, culture, religion, Israel, and current Middle Eastern questions, typically featuring rabbis, authors, activists, policy leaders, and culturally relevant public figures alongside host-led episodes. Credible pitches include Jewish educators and clergy, authors with expertise in Jewish or Middle Eastern affairs, policy specialists, peace and human-rights advocates, and performers whose work engages Jewish identity or community; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 145

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 522.0k subscribers

Instagram: 89.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@opendormedia.org

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Host

Mijal Bitton - Jewish leader and seasoned educator known for thought-provoking engagement with Jewish ideas, culture, and contemporary life.

Noam Weissman - Jewish leader and seasoned educator who explores Jewish history, identity, politics, and contemporary issues.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established rabbis and Jewish educators, authors, activists, policy experts, and public figures with substantive personal or professional insight into Jewish life, Israel, the Middle East, or related cultural issues.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Senior leadership roles at Jewish or policy organizations, Recognized expertise in Jewish religion, culture, Israel, or Middle Eastern affairs, Established public-facing careers in comedy or other cultural fields

Recent Guest Discussions

Olga Namer - Comedy, Jewish Community, Relationships, And Navigating Life Between Personal Experience And Communal Expectations.

Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib - Israeli-palestinian Peace, Hamas, The Humanitarian Impact Of Conflict, Personal Loss, And Possible Paths Toward Reconciliation.

Rabbi Avi Killip - The Future Of Judaism, Jewish Movements And Denominations, Technology And Religion, And Modern Life And Happiness.

Jason Isaacson - Israel's Relationships With Middle Eastern Countries, Regional Normalization, Antisemitism, And The Prospects For Peace And Cooperation.

Recent Topics

Religion, Judaism, Jewish Culture, Israel, Middle East Peace

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam
:

Are We As Divided As We Think? Reflections On October 7th

October 07, 2026

In the immediate aftermath of October 7th, 2023, there were incredible signs of unity within and alongside the Jewish people. But there were also moments of profound division. Three years later, how has this infamous date--and the subsequent war in Gaza--brought people closer together, or further apart? Mijal and Noam's discussion is one of hope: perhaps tragedy has united us more than television or social media would have us believe. Emotions run high as Mijal and Noam reflect, reminisce, an...

How Mikey Greenblatt Turns Hate Into "Jewish Fan Mail"

September 30, 2026

Antisemitism on social media seems worse than ever. Scrolling through Instagram, X, or TikTok is enough to make any Jewish person hyperventilate. But are things as bad in real life as they are on the internet? And if not, how can we learn to take the trolling with a grain of (kosher) salt? There's no better guide than Mikey Greenblatt, who turns nasty comments on his posts into "Jewish Fan Mail." In a heart-to-heart with Noam, Mikey explains how his connection to audience members means so muc...

What Does It Mean To Be "Happy?"

September 23, 2026

In an era where we're more stressed, more depressed, and more isolated than we've ever been, what will it take to feel that elusive thing called "happiness?" How will we know when we've found it? This week, Mijal and Noam are doing a deep dive into whether the "pursuit" of happiness is problematic, why pain can sometimes bring us closer to joy, and just what exactly is written on Noam's t-shirt. This episode is sponsored in memory of Leo M. Bernstein. Thank you to The Bernstein Foundation fo...

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Frequently asked questions

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Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam
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How do I get in touch with Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam?

Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam is hosted by Mijal Bitton and Noam Weissman. Its publicly listed email is info@opendormedia.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam?

The publicly listed email for Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam: info@opendormedia.org.

How many listeners does Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam have?

Podseeker estimates Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam?

Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established rabbis and Jewish educators, authors, activists, policy experts, and public figures with substantive personal or professional insight into Jewish life, Israel, the Middle East, or related cultural issues. Common among recent guests: Published books; Senior leadership roles at Jewish or policy organizations; Recognized expertise in Jewish religion, culture, Israel, or Middle Eastern affairs. Recent guests include Olga Namer, Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, and Rabbi Avi Killip.

How hard is it to get booked on Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam cover?

Recent episodes cover Religion, Judaism, Jewish Culture, Israel, and Middle East Peace. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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