A Story and a Song

About A Story and a Song

Have you ever wondered, “What is a Jew?” I began asking that question in 1999, when I discovered that Jesus was Jewish. My search for answers continued for decades and eventually led me to Judaism. Today, with antisemitism and hatred of Jews so visible, I believe this question matters more than ever. Jews come from many backgrounds and have many different beliefs, experiences, and ways of living. No one person can speak for all Jews. Judging Jews as a group is stereotyping. It replaces real people with assumptions, and it is wrong. I hope you’ll join me in asking questions, & listen.

Publisher

Debra Cohen

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Nov 2020

Latest episode

25 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

265 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Oct 2026

   What is a Jew? Podcast with Eliyokim Cohen

   “A 45-minute police chase. The possibility of decades behind bars. And a question that changed his life: ‘Why do I feel so empty?’ Today on What Is a Jew?, meet Eliyokim, author of Cocaine to Amen. He shares his journey toward Torah observance—and why being Jewish has always been his greatest joy. Now, something as simple as a grocery trip with his son becomes an opportunity to challenge prejudice through kindness. What does he want the world to see? In his words: ‘Torah in motion.’ I’m Debra Cohen. Join us for a conversation about Jewish pride, spiritual transformation, and bringing a little more light into the world.”

2. 

   18 Oct 2026

   What is a Jew? Podcast with Joseph Ganci

   The story of a Levite who is a recovery advocate and author of novels growing up in a Jewish neighborhood in Long Island.

3. 

   11 Oct 2026

   What is a Jew? Podcast-Guest Marty Cohen

   Learn about the Jewish people and discover interesting things about each person who shares their story with you. Be a GUEST (https://tidycal.com/debracohenmusic) on this podcast if you're Jewish!

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