Best Jay Ruderman Podcasts (2025)

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Alex Ryvchin: The resilience of Australian Jewry 30:04

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Alex Ryvchin is co-Chief Executive Officer of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, the author of internationally acclaimed books of history and politics, and a best-selling children’s author. Over the past twelve years he has been a fierce advocate for the Australian Jewish community and Israel. His advocacy and writing has seen him recognise…

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Mikki Zip: The Powerhouse Behind "Sweethearts of the Dive Bar" - Ep. 128 1:02:04

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📄 Episode Description: Get ready for a double dose of fun, friendship, and fiery country music! Host Paige Ruderman welcomes her close friend and dynamic singer-songwriter, Mikki Zip, to the So Rude Podcast. Mikki, a genre-bending artist known for her electrifying stage presence and captivating mix of old-school country, rock-n-roll, and modern fla…

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Jonah Platt: 'Being Jewish' in Hollywood and Ending the "Bad Jew" Myth 31:28

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"Bad Jews." It’s a label thrown around all too often, deepening divides and alienating those seeking connection. For actor, advocate, and podcaster Jonah Platt, it’s time to retire the term and focus on what actually strengthens the Jewish community: radical inclusivity. In this episode, the host of the award-winning Being Jewish with Jonah Platt p…

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10 Years of Independent Music: Jon Worthy on How to Land 150+ Sync Placements - Ep. 127 55:30

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📄 Episode Description: 🎤 Rock, Americana, Pop, and Sync Success with Jon Worthy Join host Paige Ruderman as she welcomes Nashville independent musician Jon Worthy! With a signature sound blending Rock, Americana, and Pop (a "Nirvana meets The Lumineers" style), Jon has built an incredible career as a full-time artist and prolific songwriter. In thi…

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AJ Edelman: The National Mission of an Olympic Athlete 35:36

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There is a notion that observant Jews don’t have a chance to be professional athletes. The notion that Shabbat is an impediment and a sheer lack of role models make it hard for young athletes to find their way to elite sport. AJ Edelman is one of the trailblazing athletes working to change those conditions. Without any of the supports offered by th…

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Music Arrangement, NFL Field Music & The Band That Wouldn't Die feat. John Ziemann & Daniel Fake of Baltimore's Marching Ravens - Ep. 126 1:26:59

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📄 Episode Description: This is the biggest episode of So Rude Podcast yet! Host Paige Ruderman welcomes two legends of the Baltimore Ravens organization: Band President John Ziemann and Music Director Daniel Fake. For music lovers and songwriters, this is a must-listen masterclass on large-scale musical direction, community, and the power of tradit…

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Abraham Hamra: A Syrian Jew Challenging Stereotypes 20:53

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Abraham Hamra knows the historic plight of the Jewish diaspora better than most. At six years old he was separated from much of his family, unsure if he’d ever see his grandparents again. He was among the last Jews left in Syria, and just a year after announcing Jews could leave Syria for the US, the Assad regime reversed course, and said the remai…

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Lyrics & Longnecks Founder Olin Wallace on Country Roots & Building Community in Nashville - Ep. 125 53:32

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📄 Episode Description: On this episode of the So Rude Podcast, host Paige Ruderman sits down with country singer-songwriter and founder of the Nashville writers round “Lyrics & Longnecks,” Olin Wallace, to dive into his journey from small-town Minnesota kid picking on his front porch to building one of the city’s go-to rounds for emerging artists. …

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Lizzy Savetsky: Doubling Down on Israel 22:05

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[Episode Recorded on September 11, 2025] Lizzy Savetsky is an influencer who has been a staple of pro-Israel social media since October 7th, 2023. Prior to October 7th, Lizzy had advocated for Israel alongside other causes, including supporting Jewish women who experienced miscarriages and sobriety, but after October 7th, she turned her focus entir…

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Breaking News: Kyra Morgan’s Journey to Nashville Pop - Ep. 124 49:28

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📄 Episode Description: In this episode of the So Rude Podcast, host Paige Ruderman sits down with Nashville-based pop artist Kyra Morgan to talk about her journey into music, moving from Virginia to Tennessee to study her craft, and what it’s like being part of the thriving Nashville pop scene. Kyra shares how storytelling drives her songwriting, o…

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Emma's Torch’s Kerry Brodie: Cooking Up a New Life for Refugees 31:12

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Kerry Brodie is the founder and Executive Director of Emma’s Torch, a non-profit social enterprise that provides refugees with culinary training and employability, equity and empowerment training. Kerry came up with the idea for Emma’s Torch while volunteering at a DC homeless shelter and made the connection between refugees looking for employment,…

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Kalina Silverman: Creating Human Connection in a Disconnected World Through Big Talk 31:36

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Kalina Silverman is a documentary journalist, entrepreneur, speaker, and creator of Big Talk — an award-winning viral media project that highlights meaningful conversations to foster empathy and human connection. Over the years, people worldwide have shared how Big Talk transformed their lives—from reconnecting with estranged family members and fin…

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Jay Putty on Mountains, Valleys & VHS Memories - Ep. 123 1:01:00

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📄 Episode Description: On this episode of the So Rude Podcast, host Paige Ruderman sits down with indie-pop singer-songwriter Jay Putty to unpack the heart, hurt, and hope behind his most personal release yet: the Mountains and Valleys EP. From his small-town Indiana roots to building a career in Nashville’s songwriting scene, Jay shares how person…

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Tracy-Ann Oberman: Unabashedly Fighting Antisemitism and Reclaiming "The Merchant of Venice" 27:14

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Tracy-Ann Oberman is a British actress. She gained prominence for her role as Chrissie Watts in the long-running British soap opera "EastEnders." Oberman has appeared in numerous television shows, including "Doctor Who," "Friday Night Dinner," and "Toast of London." Tracy-Ann is passionate about Jewish rights and uses her platform to speak about th…

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How Ralston Wells Champions Nashville Songwriters — From MoonPie Boxes to Radio SoBro - Ep. 122 1:04:13

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In this episode of the So Rude Podcast, host Paige Ruderman welcomes Ralston Wells — known to many as “Ralstofferson” or “Mr. Nashville” — for an inside look at the heartbeat of Nashville’s songwriting community. As a key figure behind Radio SoBro, a digital radio station dedicated to supporting independent artists and songwriters, Ralston shares h…

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Mercy Kafotokoza: How Nurses are Revolutionizing Community Health in Rural Africa 28:43

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Mercy Kafotokoza is a Malawian nurse, midwife and public health professional with a Master’s in Public Health. She is also a mother of three and a passionate advocate for equity, compassion and the power of proximity. As a young girl, Mercy experienced the heartbreak of losing her uncle to a preventable condition. She is now the founder of Wandikwe…

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Tyson James Roy on Moving to Nashville, Songwriting, and His New Single “Find Me Now” - Ep. 121 1:08:40

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Nashville-based singer-songwriter Tyson James Roy joins The So Rude Podcast to share his journey from small-town Indiana to the heart of Music City. Known for his heartfelt lyrics, emotive vocals, and standout guitar work, Tyson opens up about his creative process, life as an independent artist, and the inspiration behind his newest single, “Find M…

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Gene Baur: Confronting the Morality of Factory Farming 28:16

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Gene Baur is the founder of Farm Sanctuary, a place of rescue, refuge, and adoption for hundreds of farm animals each year. Farm Sanctuary shelters enable visitors to connect with farm animals as emotional, intelligent individuals. Gene has also led campaigns to change laws about animal treatment and taken undercover photographs of farms, stockyard…

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Lani Anpo: The Erasure of Native American & Jewish Identity, and the Indijewnous Response 27:25

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Today, IndiJewnous activist Lani Anpo joins Jay on the show. Lani is an influential advocate for global Indigenous and Jewish communities. A multi tribal Native American Jew, Lani passionately champions the rights and stories of marginalized groups with a focus on protecting Indigenous sovereignty, promoting self-determination, and preserving histo…

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Chama Mechtaly — Using Art to Deradicalize the Middle East 35:30

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Chama Mechtaly is the Founder of The Emma Lazarus Institute for Liberty and Tolerance, an action tank bridging media and policy gaps between the Middle-East and the Democratic West. She is a policy advisor, public speaker, artist, entrepreneur and activist working in service of conflict transformation, deradicalization and regional integration in M…

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Tiffany Yu — Smashing Stereotypes and Building a Disability-Inclusive World 30:23

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Tiffany Yu is the CEO & Founder of Diversability, an award-winning social enterprise to elevate disability pride; the Founder of the Awesome Foundation Disability Chapter, a monthly micro-grant that has awarded $92.5k to 93 disability projects in 11 countries; and the author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: Smashing Stereotypes, Forging Change, and B…

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Princess Noor Pahlavi - Advocating for a Democratic Iran 32:09

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Princess Noor Pahlavi was born into the Iranian royal family as the eldest child of the Crown Prince. She heard the call to civic duty from an early age, inspired by the legacy of her grandfather, the last Shah of Iran, along with her grandmother, The Empress of Iran. But she was not content to sit on the sidelines, and decided to use her place of …

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The Goodwill You Don't Know with CEO Steve Preston 29:53

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Steve Preston is the CEO of Goodwill Industries. Though Goodwill is known for big stores where people can donate clothes and buy them secondhand, those stores are just the first level of what Goodwill Industries are about. Those stores fund an international organization that provides job training, employment placement services and other community-b…

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How to Be a Jew …. Who is Starting a Print Magazine, with Alana Newhouse 24:04

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Tablet has launched a new print magazine, beginning this June. Why start something so "old fashioned" in the year 2025? Alana Newhouse, our editor in chief, joins us to explain why the current media landscape is actually begging for news you can hold in your hands. If you’re interested in subscribing, click here.…

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Gary Sinise: Doing More for Our veterans with the Gary Sinise Foundation 27:29

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Gary Sinise is an award winning actor, on the stage, TV and big screen. He is best known for playing Lieutenant Dan in Forrest Gump. Inspired by this role and his family members, Gary is now the head of the Gary Sinise Foundation, which offers support for service members who need help with mental wellness, trauma, physical recovery, and loss. He Al…

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How to Be a Jew ... Who Says Yes to the Dress 34:06

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Pnina Tornai became a recognizable name to Americans across the country as a personality and designer on TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress. She shares the surprisingly spiritual story of her success and talks about what it means to represent Israel on the global stage.By Tablet Magazine

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From Playlists to Profits: Talia Solomon on Marketing for Musicians - Ep. 120 1:05:41

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What does it really take to turn streams into revenue and followers into fans? Marketing expert Talia Solomon—former brand strategist for Pizza Hut, NBC, and WeightWatchers—joins So Rude to share her playbook for musicians who want to level up. From brand identity to audience psychology, we break down the marketing moves every artist needs to grow …

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Ashlyn So: Combating AAPI/Asian- Hate Through Peaceful Protest & Fashion 26:54

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Ashlyn So is a remarkable rising star in the design world, already showcasing collections at New York and Paris Fashion Weeks by age 16. She powerfully combines her striking fashion with dedicated activism, driven by the belief that fashion provides both identity and a voice. This conviction fuels her work speaking out against bullying and AAPI/Asi…

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How to Be a Jew … Like Israel's Most Famous Female Architect 28:01

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Ada Karmi-Melamede is an architect who has designed famous buildings across Israel, including the Supreme Court building and the gateway to Ben Gurion airport. Her daughter, filmmaker Yael Melamede, talks to us about her new film, ADA: My Mother the Architect, which is a heartfelt investigation of Ada’s work, philosophical approach, and her relatio…

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Dialing into Nostalgia: Decoding the Emotion in Ed Sheeran’s ‘Old Phone’ - Ep. 119 28:43

7M ago28:43

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In this episode of So Rude, we take a deep dive into Ed Sheeran’s song Old Phone, offering a full breakdown of the lyrics, emotional themes, and production choices behind his newest intimate track. We explore how Sheeran uses songwriting, structure, and subtle production to process grief, memory, and connection. Whether you're a fan of lyrical anal…

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Alex Ryvchin: The resilience of Australian Jewry 30:04

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Mikki Zip: The Powerhouse Behind "Sweethearts of the Dive Bar" - Ep. 128 1:02:04

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Jonah Platt: 'Being Jewish' in Hollywood and Ending the "Bad Jew" Myth 31:28

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10 Years of Independent Music: Jon Worthy on How to Land 150+ Sync Placements - Ep. 127 55:30

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AJ Edelman: The National Mission of an Olympic Athlete 35:36

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Music Arrangement, NFL Field Music & The Band That Wouldn't Die feat. John Ziemann & Daniel Fake of Baltimore's Marching Ravens - Ep. 126 1:26:59

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Abraham Hamra: A Syrian Jew Challenging Stereotypes 20:53

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Lyrics & Longnecks Founder Olin Wallace on Country Roots & Building Community in Nashville - Ep. 125 53:32

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Lizzy Savetsky: Doubling Down on Israel 22:05

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Breaking News: Kyra Morgan’s Journey to Nashville Pop - Ep. 124 49:28

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Emma's Torch’s Kerry Brodie: Cooking Up a New Life for Refugees 31:12

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Kalina Silverman: Creating Human Connection in a Disconnected World Through Big Talk 31:36

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Jay Putty on Mountains, Valleys & VHS Memories - Ep. 123 1:01:00

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Tracy-Ann Oberman: Unabashedly Fighting Antisemitism and Reclaiming "The Merchant of Venice" 27:14

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How Ralston Wells Champions Nashville Songwriters — From MoonPie Boxes to Radio SoBro - Ep. 122 1:04:13

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Mercy Kafotokoza: How Nurses are Revolutionizing Community Health in Rural Africa 28:43

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Tyson James Roy on Moving to Nashville, Songwriting, and His New Single “Find Me Now” - Ep. 121 1:08:40

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Gene Baur: Confronting the Morality of Factory Farming 28:16

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Lani Anpo: The Erasure of Native American & Jewish Identity, and the Indijewnous Response 27:25

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Chama Mechtaly — Using Art to Deradicalize the Middle East 35:30

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Tiffany Yu — Smashing Stereotypes and Building a Disability-Inclusive World 30:23

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Princess Noor Pahlavi - Advocating for a Democratic Iran 32:09

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The Goodwill You Don't Know with CEO Steve Preston 29:53

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How to Be a Jew …. Who is Starting a Print Magazine, with Alana Newhouse 24:04

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Gary Sinise: Doing More for Our veterans with the Gary Sinise Foundation 27:29

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How to Be a Jew ... Who Says Yes to the Dress 34:06

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From Playlists to Profits: Talia Solomon on Marketing for Musicians - Ep. 120 1:05:41

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Ashlyn So: Combating AAPI/Asian- Hate Through Peaceful Protest & Fashion 26:54

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How to Be a Jew … Like Israel's Most Famous Female Architect 28:01

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Dialing into Nostalgia: Decoding the Emotion in Ed Sheeran’s ‘Old Phone’ - Ep. 119 28:43