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A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

Jewish Podcasts

Amusing Jews podcast expands its reach with big-name guests and new merch

Amusing Jews podcast expands its reach with big-name guests and new merch

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished January 20, 2025

“Amusing Jews” is doubling down on its mission to explore Jewish contributions to American pop culture, and 2025 is shaping up to be its biggest year yet. Co-hosted by Jonathan Friedmann and Joey Angel-Field, the weekly podcast has already amassed...

Lost Tables Podcast returns with episode on Danny Meyer

Lost Tables Podcast returns with episode on Danny Meyer

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished January 20, 2025

Lost Tables is bringing St. Louis’ restaurant history to life—one bite at a time. Dr. Harley Hammerman, known for his deep dives into local restaurant history on his website “Lost Tables,” has turned his passion into a podcast....

Bedtime Just Got an Upgrade: New podcast delivers Jewish stories with a twist

Bedtime Just Got an Upgrade: New podcast delivers Jewish stories with a twist

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished January 13, 2025

Let’s talk bedtime battles. We’ve all been there: the little ones demand a story, but you’re juggling three tasks at once. Now, PJ Library has your back. On Jan. 16, the organization, which offers free, high-quality Jewish books and music each month...

Frank & Helen's

Part Two of the ‘Lost Tables’ podcast on Frank & Helen’s story now available

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished December 15, 2024

Last week, we told you about part one of the "Lost Tables" podcast on Frank & Helen’s restaurant, a beloved University City institution. Now, we’re excited to share that Part Two of the podcast is available. This two-part series dives deep into...

University City says goodbye to a legend: But, Frank & Helen’s story lives on in new podcast

University City says goodbye to a legend: But, Frank & Helen’s story lives on in new podcast

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished December 9, 2024

The last pizza has been baked. The last broasted chicken has been served, and now the iconic Frank & Helen’s restaurant in University City is officially a "lost table." A "lost table" is what Dr. Harley Hammerman calls those St. Louis restaurants...

Dr. Ruth Westheimer

Sex, Secrets, and Dr. Ruth: The radical truths you never heard before

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished September 16, 2024

The iconic Dr. Ruth Westheimer died earlier this year at the age of 96. Dr. Ruth was a trailblazer for her candid and joyful talk about sex, regularly using words like "masturbate" and "vibrator" on the air and talking about sexual pleasure—including...

Popular "Held" Podcast takes center stage at Nishmah Women’s Retreat

Popular “Held” Podcast takes center stage at Nishmah Women’s Retreat

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished July 1, 2024

In the ancient wisdom of the Torah, the phrase na’ashe v’nishmah – "We will do and we will hear" – captures a deep commitment to action and understanding. This timeless principle, which also inspires the name of the Nishmah women’s group at...

‘Lost Tables’ podcast episode 2: The Greek Gourmet

‘Lost Tables’ podcast episode 2: The Greek Gourmet

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished June 10, 2024

Welcome to "Lost Tables," a new podcast that delves into the rich culinary history of St. Louis, brought to you by Dr. Harley Hammerman, the mind behind the popular websites Lost Tables and Lost Dishes. Hammerman, a radiologist with a deep-rooted passion...

Dr. Mollie Wallick

The untold story of Jewish gay rights pioneer Dr. Mollie Wallick

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished May 29, 2024

The St. Louis Jewish Light is proud to announce the continuation of our partnership with the JWA. Together, we will bring many parts of the JWA collection to St. Louis readers, as well as promote the “Can We Talk?” podcast by sharing both current...

The Isle of Klezbos (L to R): Shoko Nagai, Debra Kreisberg, Eve Sicular, Saskia Lane, Melissa Fogarty, Pam Fleming. Credit: Angela Jimenez.

Listen Now! How the Klezmer revival of the 70s / 80s is linked to queer liberation

Published April 2, 2024

The St. Louis Jewish Light is proud to announce the continuation of our partnership with the JWA. Together, we will bring many parts of the JWA collection to St. Louis readers, as well as promote the “Can We Talk?” podcast by sharing both current...

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