Badass Jews

Badass Jews - Episode #9 - Judy Gold & Comedy Under Fire

Hosted by Aaron Berg and Jordan Rosengarten Badass Jews dives into the untold stories of Jews who don’t fit the stereotype. Comedian, author, and activist Judy Gold joins the show for a deep dive into cancel culture, anti-Semitism, modern activism, LGBTQ politics, and what’s changed in America over the last 30 years. Judy talks about coming out as a lesbian comic in the 90s, performing through backlash, Jewish guilt, the Manischewitz truck, and performing during one of the most divided cultural moments in recent memory. https://judygold.com/ FOLLOW US: @badassjewspodcast @aaronbergcomedy https://aaronberg.com/ @jordanrosengarten https://www.jordanrosengarten.com/ @witzcomedytv https://witzcomedytv.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Badass Jews - Episode #8 - Dave Palumbo & The Psychology of Bodybuilding

Hosted by Aaron Berg and Jordan Rosengarten Badass Jews dives into the untold stories of Jews who don’t fit the stereotype. Bodybuilding legend Dave Palumbo joins the podcast for an honest conversation about steroids, the mental side of muscle obsession, and the psychology behind getting huge. Dave is the CEO and founder of RxMuscle.com, and owner of Species Nutrition. We get into growing up Jewish on Long Island, why there aren’t more Jewish bodybuilders, quitting medical school to chase bodybuilding, testosterone myths, and the fake “internet science” taking over fitness culture. FOLLOW US: @badassjewspodcast @aaronbergcomedy https://aaronberg.com/ @jordanrosengarten https://www.jordanrosengarten.com/ @witzcomedytv https://witzcomedytv.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Badass Jews - Episode #7 - Ami Kozak & the Comedy Wars

Hosted by Aaron Berg and Jordan Rosengarten, Badass Jews dives into the untold stories of Jews who don’t fit the stereotype. Comedian, impressionist, and musician Ami Kozak joins the podcast for a wild conversation about Judaism, comedy, and the chaos of modern internet politics. We talk Shabbat in the smartphone era, growing up Modern Orthodox, anti-Semitism online, Dave Smith, Candace Owens, culture wars, and why comedy feels completely different in the internet age. FOLLOW US: @badassjewspodcast @aaronbergcomedy https://aaronberg.com/ @jordanrosengarten https://www.jordanrosengarten.com/ @witzcomedytv https://witzcomedytv.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Badass Jews - Episode #6 - Brooklyn Barwick & Finding God Through Boxing

Hosted by Aaron Berg and Jordan Rosengarten Badass Jews dives into the untold stories of Jews who don’t fit the stereotype. Professional boxer Brooklyn “The Big Deal” Barwick joins the show. From influencer fights with IFL and Barstool’s Rough N’ Rowdy to competing on the international stage, Brooklyn has built a 6–1 record with 6 knockouts — and is currently the only active Jewish female professional boxer in the U.S. She opens up about starting boxing at 23 with no experience, making the leap from influencer fights to the pro level, and what it takes to survive in one of the toughest sports in the world. We also get into her journey converting to Orthodox Judaism, facing antisemitism, being attacked by people she trusted, navigating social media pressure, and balancing identity with life in and out of the ring. FOLLOW US: @badassjewspodcast @aaronbergcomedy https://aaronberg.com/ @jordanrosengarten https://www.jordanrosengarten.com/ @witzcomedytv https://witzcomedytv.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Badass Jews - Episode 5 - Marc Lobliner & The Dark Side of Bodybuilding

Hosted by Aaron Berg and Jordan Rosengarten, Badass Jews dives into the untold stories of Jews who don’t fit the stereotype. In this episode, we sit down with IFBB Pro Marc Lobliner to explore the reality of bodybuilding—from performance-enhancing drugs and strict dieting to the discipline required to compete at a high level. Marc shares wild stories from inside the fitness industry, the dangers of staying shredded year-round, and why bodybuilding can become an addiction. We also get into gym culture, social media, and the gap between perception and reality. 02:33 – The Craziest Gym You’ve Ever Seen (This Place Is INSANE) 05:23 – Why Staying Shredded Might Be RUINING Your Health 09:25 – Bodybuilders Dropping Dead… Here’s Why 11:32 – The Addiction to Being Jacked (No One Talks About This) 21:48 – Marc Lobliner Joins the Show 24:12 – Married Since 16?! The Craziest Relationship Story 34:16 – Jewish Identity, Religion & Finding Faith 39:20 – Getting Attacked Online for Being Jewish 42:01 – NYC Dating, Money & Being Jacked 45:13 – The Dark Side of Fitness Fame & Online Hate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]