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Exploring Jewish Identity and Community with Tuvia Tenenbom
In this episode Franciska interviews Tuvia Tenenbom, an author and journalist, about his experiences and perspectives on Jewish identity, community, and culture. Tuvia shares his background, his journey from an Orthodox upbringing in Israel to his work in journalism and writing. He discusses his time living in Mea Shearim, the dynamics within the ultra-Orthodox and Chasidic communities, and the cultural nuances he observed. The conversation delves into themes of religious practices, community support, humor, and the complexities of modern Jewish life.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
00:25 Recent Projects and Song Release
00:59 Guest Introduction: Tuvia Tenenbaum
01:13 Tuvia's Background and Early Life
03:21 Military Service and Move to the US
04:39 Career in Writing and Journalism
05:06 Exploring Themes in Tuvia's Books
06:06 Living in Mea Shearim
09:59 Questioning Religious Beliefs
12:15 Critique of Rabbinic Authority
19:28 Experiences with Chasidic Communities
30:22 Imagined Beliefs and Healing Practices
31:09 Personal Encounters with the Rebbe
31:48 Sexuality and Community Dynamics
32:31 Support and Humor in the Community
33:25 Obsessions with Modesty and Sexuality
34:23 Comparing Cultural Obsessions
36:57 Book Reception and Community Reactions
43:46 Violence and Extremism in Hasidic Groups
48:12 Cultural and Religious Critiques
59:43 Personal Reflections and Discoveries
01:04:59 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes
About Our Guest:
TUVIA TENENBOM is a bestselling author, journalist, playwright, and director whose books and dramas have been translated into many languages. He holds advanced degrees in fine arts and science and is the founder of the Jewish Theater of New York. Tuvia’s articles and essays have appeared in leading Western media, including Die Zeit and Der Spiegel of Germany, Corriere della Sera of Italy, the Jerusalem Post, Yedioth Ahronoth, and Israel Hayom of Israel, and the Forward and National Review of America. His plays include Father of the Angels, Like Two Eagles, One Hundred Gates, The Last Virgin, The Diary of Adolf Eichmann, The Beggar of Borough Park, and Last Jew in Europe. His previous books include Catch the Jew!, The Lies They Tell, I Sleep in Hitler’s Room, Hello Refugees!, The Taming of the Jew, and From New York to Brno.
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