Τα καλύτερα Bagel Report podcast (2024)

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Down the Witches Road: Our 5th Bagelversary 57:42

5d ago57:42

57:42

Erin and Esther are celebrating the fifth anniversary of this little ol' podcast! After some reflections on all we've lived through since October 2019 (!!), the Bagels move down the Jewish interpretive road, examining "Agatha All Along" — its bar mitzvah episode and other moments and images that remind us of Jewy things. Looking ahead to November, …

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Protopian Bagels w/ Alysia Reiner, Shaina Feinberg and Reboot Studios' Noam Dromi 53:00

28d ago53:00

53:00

As the Bagels reflect on the Jewish New Year and the anniversary of the Oct. 7th terror attacks in Israel, they are also uplifted thanks to a conversation about Reboot Studios' latest project, "We Should Eat." Written and directed by Shaina Feinberg and developed by Alysia Reiner, the short tells the story of a Jewish family with a Filipino father …

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These Bagels Want This Rabbinical Rom-Com 1:04:14

1M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Nobody Wants This? More like somebody wants this! Rabbinic representation gets the Hollywood treatment in the new Netflix romantic comedy series "Nobody Wants This," about atheist podcaster Kristen Bell falling for rabbi Adam Brody. The show's trailer and title set up negative expectations, but how did the series portray Jewish life and ritual? Is …

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Tears, Love, L'Chaim 54:01

2M ago54:01

54:01

This week the Bagels discuss the importance of balancing joy and tragedy. They remember the six Israeli hostages killed by Hamas while kvelling over the very Jewish wedding of Ben Platt and Noah Galvin. They also review the trailer for the upcoming Netflix series "Nobody Wants This," featuring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody; shout out Ilana Glazer's f…

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Navigating Millennial Jewish Stars w/ Jonathan Branfman 51:21

3M ago51:21

51:21

The Bagels are glad to have found Jonathan Branfman, a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford and author of the book, Millennial Jewish Stars: Navigating Racial Antisemitism, Masculinity and White Supremacy, to discuss how on-screen portrayals of Jewish people or situations have changed over the decades. Jon tells us about "Goyface" and how it relates…

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Yiddishisms in Pop Culture with Professor Rebecca Margolis, 1:05:33

5M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

This week, the bagels chat with Rebecca Margolis, author of The Yiddish Supernatural on Screen: Dybbuks, Demons and a Haunted Jewish Past and Yiddish comedy in American film and television. She and the Bagels do a deep dive into the Yiddish language and how it finds its way into TV and film. Later, she answers Erin and Esther's questions about Dybb…

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Bagels, Broadway, Platt and Pride 54:36

5M ago54:36

54:36

Only the Bagels know how to connect the Muppets, Broadway and SpermWorld. This episode's journey explores the history of the Muppets, the guest stars at Ben Platt's new Broadway show and the return of one of Esther's faves, Hacks. Esther and Erin also anticipate upcoming camp movies, are moved by Jerry Seinfeld's emotions, and talk documentaries, f…

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Everybagel's in L.A. 1:14:25

5M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Erin and Esther are back together, sharing their TV-must-watches as well as what they're looking forward to, Jewy pop culture-wise. Erin talks Netflix is a Joke Fest and especially John Mulaney's limited talk show format, "Everybody's in L.A." Esther downloads her time in Israel and tunes out for Erin's Bridgerton review. Digressions include puns, …

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Comedian Rob Kutner on Ant-Man Memoir and God's Gang 40:38

7M ago40:38

40:38

This week, the Bagels are joined in the virtual studio by Emmy-winning comedian Rob Kutner. He shares his experiences writing on Conan and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, as well as how he ghostwrote Marvel's meta-novel, Look Out for the Little Guy. Kutner also updates Erin and Esther on his latest project, God's Gang, a multicultural kid's series…

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Our Enthusiasm has Been Curbed 46:58

7M ago46:58

46:58

What a week: Curb Your Enthusiasm ended, Alex Edelman's Just For Us dropped on Max, and We Were The Lucky Ones, Dinner with the Parents, and tons of other shows are keeping TV Jewy. This week Esther and Erin tackle the big questions: who's worse, Larry David or the Seinfeld Four? Why do LD's friends tolerate him? And why wasn't there more of a trib…

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Bagels & Brous: Mending Broken Hearts w/ Rabbi Sharon Brous 1:03:49

8M ago1:03:49

1:03:49

This week, the Bagels were joined by Rabbi Sharon Brous, the founder of IKAR in Los Angeles. Esther and Erin asked questions about Brous' new book, "The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World." The bagels and Brous touched on the value of community in the darkest of times while also finding moments of joy. The Bagels also r…

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Dune Discourse and Oscar Prep 37:00

8M ago37:00

37:00

This week Erin shares her journey to the 96th Academy Awards and tries to explain all 2 hours and 46 minutes of Dune: Part 2 to Esther. Later, Esther and Erin remember comedian Richard Lewis who passed away last week at the age of 76. Esther recalls his recent Curb Your Enthusiasm cameos and other famous roles as well as his impact on comedy. Check…

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Hollywood's Current Zone of Interest: The Holocaust 53:47

8M ago53:47

53:47

Perhaps in honor of January's Holocaust Remembrance Day, or perhaps in anticipation of March's Oscars and May's Yom Hashoah — it's never the wrong time to #NeverForget. This week the Bagels talk about the influx of Holocaust-themed movies and TV shows like The New Look, A Small Light, Transatlantic and the upcoming One Life, The Tattooist of Auschw…

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Carbing Our Enthusiasm 1:01:05

9M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Get it? Cause we're bagels...Grab a cup of spite and a dry scone because this week the bagels are talking about the final season of Larry David's Curb Your Enthusiasm. This episode has everything: guest stars, fan contributions, the Holocaust and Elmo. Let us know what you think of the 12th season of the series, which is now available on HBO and MA…

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More in 2024! 46:00

10M ago46:00

46:00

It's a new year and that means the return of Erin's favorite joke annually told by Esther. This week, the Bagels talk about the upcoming awards season, and learn more about Maestro "Lenny" as well as how musical conducting is a lens through which to view leadership. Erin and Esther issue a Shabbat dinner invitation to Alanis Morissette, who discove…

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Round and Round: Goodbye 2023 46:32

11M ago46:32

46:32

Hallmark finally got Hanukkah right and gifted us with “Round and Round,” a charming, delightful movie that imagines the Festival of Lights as a time loop. In addition to this great watch at year’s end, the Bagels have a list of other time loop episodes for you to check out and some movies — old and new — to end 2023 with. May 2024 bring us peace, …

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Maestro and Menorahs 1:04:12

11M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

Esther shares insights from her screening of Maestro, pulling on the Jewish identity threads in the film (and yes, addressing the nose). The bagels also discuss Sarah Silverman's role in the film and her evolving, honest opinions about Jewish representation. Erin recommends Adam Sandler's Leo and looks forward to a new Jake Johnson comedy as well a…

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Not Just for Us — For Everyone 59:51

12M ago59:51

59:51

This week, Erin and Esther celebrate another year of the Bagel Report which has been talking about all things Jewish and pop culture since October 2019! They also recap the mitzvah of Alex Edelman's unabashed Jewish representation and give a shoutout to the new Meg Ryan and David Duchovny movie (but never actually name the movie, which is: What Hap…

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Alison Peck is SO Invited to Our Podcast 45:02

1y ago45:02

45:02

With things still crazy and tragic in Israel and Gaza, we continue to hold the hostages in our minds and our hearts. At the same time, the Bagels allow some space for joy and chat with screenwriter Alison Peck, writer of the Netflix movie "You Are SO Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah" (produced by Adam Sandler and starring at least three additional San…

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Praying for Peace 28:11

1y ago28:11

28:11

This is not a normal episode. Erin and Esther process an impossible week while reacting to celebrity prayers for peace.

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Bagels for Break Fast 40:37

1y ago40:37

40:37

With the help of IKAR, their spiritual community, Erin and Esther have atoned! Now the Bagels are breaking down their Yom Kippur experience and celebrating the end of the WGA strike. And apparently, Hallmark Christmas Movie season begins in September, so Erin shares some news about the Hanukkah movie coming to town. Esther also talks about Hed Lama…

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We're Gonna Party Like it's 5784 39:23

1y ago39:23

39:23

If we had but one Rosh Hashanah wish...the Bagels would create and "bam-copyright" Hanukkah and Elul advent calendars. The Bagels prepare for the High Holy Days by manifesting wishes for 5784 and recommending movies and shows with themes that match Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Erin makes the case for Netflix's #1 show Suits as a great High Holy Da…

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You Are SO Invited to This Podcast Episode 1:07:15

1y ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Finally, a movie with "bat mitzvah" in the title! What a time to be alive. :) The Adam Sandler-produced film, written by Alison Pick and directed by Sammi Cohen hit Netflix on August 25th and we've been talking about it ever since! Join Erin and Esther for a deep dive: Did you always get called by your Hebrew name in Hebrew school? What were your b…

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Going for the 'Golda' with Oscar-winning director Guy Nattiv 13:16

1y ago13:16

13:16

'Golda' is now in theaters, with a tour de force performance by Helen Mirren as the Israeli Prime Minister, and wonderful supporting performances. We'll talk more about the film's content in future episodes, but in this special short-and-sweet episode, Erin and Esther interviewed the film's director, Guy Nattiv, who provided his insights on the wom…

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One Time, at Theater Camp... 46:25

1y ago46:25

46:25

Erin and Esther went to see Theater Camp together and spoiler alert, everything is adorable, especially Molly Gordon and Ben Platt. This week was all about unpacking the film’s cinematic influences while reminiscing about our own camp/theater camp experiences at Camp Tamarack and Camp Ramah in the Berkshires. Even though the bagels attended camp at…

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Barbenheimer Broadway Bagels 47:22

1+ y ago47:22

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Hi Broadway!! (Hi Broadway!) Welcome to Season 3 of The Bagel Report! Our episode recorded after the Tonys — recorded in June, but new to you! — gets a new Barbenheimer intro to an episode about Jewy Broadway, with an exploration of Alex Edelman's "Just for Us," which Esther saw in New York. Erin breaks down the importance of "Parade," plus mention…

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Roasting Anti-Semitism, Getting 'Elemental,' Celebrating Dads 58:37

1+ y ago58:37

58:37

Erin and Esther take to the studio: Esther discovers what it means to do a comedy roast for a concept, and Erin recommends a film about an ember and a wave who fall in love, and may represent different immigrant stories. And the Bagels talk about their dads, sharing essential characteris and musing over casting ideas Connect with us on socials! Twi…

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What Maisel Wore and More, with fashion historian Vi from SnappyDragonStudios 51:26

1+ y ago51:26

51:26

Breaking down the Renaissance Faire, cosplay and the Gilded Age with fashion historian Vi (pronounced "vee"), from the SnappyDragonStudios channel on YouTube. We talk about Jewish 1880s fashion and Vi's recreation of her great-great-grandmother's dress, as well as "The Clothes on our Backs," the YouTube series she produced with guidance from the Je…

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Thank You and Goodnight, Mrs. Maisel 1:07:55

1+ y ago1:07:55

1:07:55

As Mrs. Maisel takes her final bow, the Bagels review the finale episode and the series as a whole: its highlights and misses, unanswered questions, and a robust number of listener comments and questions. Go watch the season 5 finale, and then join us for the conversation. Connect with us on socials! Twitter: @estherk, @ebenmoche and @TheBagelRepor…

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'Mrs. Maisel’s' Austin Basis on Playing Head Writer in the Final Season (with Basis and Michael Horwitz) 43:27

1+ y ago43:27

43:27

"The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel's" fictional Gordon Ford Show, like non-fictional late-night comedy shows, has a head writer: Alvin, played by Austin Basis, who joined the Bagels for a rousing conversation about the end of the show, Jewish comedy influences and which cars on Coney Island's Wonder Wheel are the best. Also in the virtual studio, filmmaker…

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'Jewish Matchmaking' and Jewish Geography with Comedian Pamela Schuller 28:00

1+ y ago28:00

28:00

Jewish Matchmaking? On Netflix? Who could have predicted this a year ago? Now that The Bagels have finished bingeing the series, they got a chance to speak with the utterly delightful comedian Pamela Schuller about her standup, dating with Tourette's and disability inclusion. A long-ago meeting with the show's matchmaker, Aleeza Ben Shalom, built t…

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What Pop Culture Moms and Jewish Matchmakers Mean to Us 1:12:38

1+ y ago1:12:38

1:12:38

Are you there, listeners? It’s us, the Bagels…and this week we’re sharing initial reactions to the Netflix show Jewish Matchmaking and its stars, as well as our feelings about seeing Judy Blume's beloved classic story "Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret" on the big screen. And Mothers’ Day gives us a chance to reflect on the things we appreciate …

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'Onioning' Identity with the Asian-Jewish LUNAR Collective (with Jenni Rudolph and Maryam Chishti) 57:11

1+ y ago57:11

57:11

This week, the Bagels welcome Jenni Rudolph and Maryam Chishti, co-executive directors of The LUNAR Collective to the virtual studio to talk about Asian Jewish identity. How do they feel about Asian representation in movies like Everything Everywhere and Turning Red? Jenni and Maryam share personal stories and tease a possible LUNAR Jewish-Asian Bo…

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The Mandalorian Report (with Rabbi Howard Tilman and David Wilensky) 1:13:14

1+ y ago1:13:14

1:13:14

Esther and Erin finally dive into The Mandalorian's Jewish themes with the help of two guests who love Jewish identity, Star Wars and popular culture: J. Editor David A.M. Wilensky and Rabbi Howard Tilman. What is a Mandalorian and does it matter? Why is this show resonating with Jewish viewers? And is a homeland a place or state of mind? Even if y…

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Midge Maisel Strikes Back 1:12:46

1+ y ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Esther and Erin are twirling their way into the first few episodes of the final season of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." We go back so that Midge can "go forward" — and also literally go forward in time, jumping from the 60s to the 80s, and getting a clearer picture of what it was like to be a child in the Maisel household. Plus, kvelling for Judaism…

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The Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Haggadah 1:16:16

1+ y ago1:16:16

1:16:16

After years of analyzing Rachel Bloom's musical series Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Erin and Esther felt equipped to create a Passover Haggadah filled with songs from the show. It comes with rules, of course. Erin and Esther carefully considered how the pre-existing Crazy Ex-Girlfriend songbook, its titles, lyrics and themes, might be applied to the Passov…

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Extrapolated Haggadah B-A.I.-gels 1:00:19

1+ y ago1:00:19

1:00:19

This episode is in memory of Orli Chaim Wildman Halpern, who died March 17 after a long fight against cancer. She was a self-described bold (and bald) feminist and Swiftie, who loved her dog and Lizzo. May her memory be a blessing and an inspiration. Is AI taking over the world?! Unclear, but it is attempting to take over Passover...Esther and Erin…

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Everything Bagels Everywhere All At The Oscars 1:05:23

1+ y ago1:05:23

1:05:23

The Oscars were this last weekend, and Erin and Esther obviously have thoughts. From Jamie Lee Curtis' win to Erin not caring so much that Steven Spielberg lost, they cover the Jewy and not so Jewy moments. The Bagels also pay tribute to the late Chaim Topol, and look ahead to the Jewishness of "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" and Daveed Diggs' role as a…

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History of the World: Part Who? 1:01:58

1+ y ago1:01:58

1:01:58

Greet this week's newy and Jewy moments as the Bagels break down the pointless Maisel non-trailer; discuss the ADL’s new Entertainment Leadership Council; consider the Hallmark movie Made for Each Other (which features a golem, naturally); and examine the long-awaited History of the World: Part II, including our favorite "shpiely" sketches and whos…

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Unapologetic Bagels feat. Dr. Samantha Pickette 1:08:54

1+ y ago1:08:54

1:08:54

What do Jewish women think about how Jewish women are portrayed on TV? With help from an expert — Dr. Samantha Pickette, professor and author of Peak TV’s Unapologetic Jewish Woman: Exploring Jewish Female Representation in Contemporary Television Comedy — the Bagels explore the types and stereotypes of Jewish women’s representation on TV. There’s …

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Post-Super Bowl, Post-Valentine Bagels 46:58

1+ y ago46:58

46:58

After the fully loaded nachos of Superbowl Sunday and any heart-shaped candy you might have consumed on Valentine's Day, it's time for the Bagels to get back to their Newy and Jewy pop culture rundown and speed round of upcoming stories. Get our review of Superbowl commercial highlights and a deep dive on what Esther and Erin are looking for in the…

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You People: A Bagel Report Deep Dive 43:47

1+ y ago43:47

43:47

After seeing it opening weekend in theaters and then again on Netflix amid a swirl of wildly inconsistent reviews, the Bagels become review people taking on "You People," the cringey romcom (cringe-com?) starring Jonah Hill, Lauren London, Eddie Murphy and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Overall observations, questions about content choices and missed opportu…

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Bagels On Set: Talking 'You People' With Its Jewish Consultant Todd Shotz 57:23

2y ago57:23

57:23

People certainly do have opinions about "You People," the interracial, interfaith Netflix romcom scripted by Kenya Barris and Jonah Hill. But we're putting reviews on hold (tune in next week!) to go behind the scenes with Todd Shotz, the Jewish consultant on this controversial production. He's also a film producer and founder of the b'nai mitzvah p…

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The Bagelmans: The Bagel Report's Oscar Nominations Breakdown 47:38

2y ago47:38

47:38

The Oscar nominations are here! In this week's Bagel Report, the Bagels break down nomination trends, talk about Jewish nominees (as well as films they just enjoyed), and speculate about why "She Said" was left out of the awards conversation. They're also talking about "The Fabelmans," what's Newy (an Amy Winehouse biopic!) and Jewy (Josh Malina, a…

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Hunters Seeking Hitler 46:40

2y ago46:40

46:40

Join the Bagels as they take a deep dive (with some spoilers, so watch first, then listen!) into Hunters Season 2. The gang is now in Argentina looking for Hitler — so the Bagels are pondering the proper punishment for a genocidal maniac, examining the line between vigilantes and heroes, and wondering about why this series grabbed us and wouldn't l…

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Revamp! Season 2 Coming Friday 2:52

2y ago2:52

2:52

The Bagel Report is launching season 2 starting this Friday, now supported by J. The Jewish News of Northern California. Connect with us on socials! Twitter: @estherk, @ebenmoche and @TheBagelReport Instagram: @estherkustanowitz, @ebenmoche and @tbrthepod Email us at: thebagelreport@gmail.comΑπό τον Jewfolk, Inc.

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A Very Bagel New Year 56:42

2y ago56:42

56:42

It's a high-low cultural extravaganza that includes everything from Spielberg's “The Fablemans” to the newest season of “My Unorthodox Life.” David Baddiel's "Jews Don't Count" is a UK documentary special based on his book; we have a brief rundown. Plus, why aren't people going to see "She Said"? And does anyone have Peacock? And if so, are they wa…

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Menorah in the Middle with Adam Busch 1:00:54

2y ago1:00:54

1:00:54

This week the Bagels are joined by actor Adam Busch, one of the stars of the new Hulu Hanukkah film "Menorah in the Middle." This episode has everything: childhood Hanukkah traditions, the Talmud, Jewish geography, learning about Christian de la Fuerte, and a wide-ranging discussion of whether "an awareness of duality" is a Jewish trait.…

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Cozy Bagels 40:33

2y ago40:33

40:33

After a rough few weeks, people are showing their support for Jews in big and small ways! Taylor Swift swiftly corrected her tour schedule to include non-Shabbat dates, and Amy Schumer wore her Judaism on SNL. The Bagels are in trouble for not having read "Fleishman's In Trouble" in advance of its premiere on Hulu next week, and are anticipating th…

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Heroes, Villains & Therapists 56:28

2y ago56:28

56:28

Therapy is now in session as Erin makes a confession, Esther absolves, and Steve Carell flashes back to Jewish moments in his life in "The Patient." Then we break down "Do Revenge" and wonder why the villain is wearing a Magen David necklace. "Cobra Kai" goes to Shul to hornswoggle the Jewish sensei. Later, the bagels enjoy the actors and fun self-…

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