“I want to learn about Jewish history but don’t know where to start…”

Start here! Jew Oughta Know is a thoroughly researched podcast with well-crafted storylines and a fair treatment of history. It has thousands of listeners all over the world and nearly one million downloads to date.

This is the story of Jewish and Israeli history — from the ancient past to medieval philosophy to the triumphs and challenges of modern Israel — in episodes of about 25 minutes each.

 

Current Topic: Israel at War, Explained

Stay up to date, get the historical background, and hear useful insight about all aspects of the war that began on October 7, 2023.

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Bring Jason Harris to your community for in-person or online presentations. Popular programs include Zionism and its history, current events, and unsolved Jewish mysteries.

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SEASON ONE

The Book of Genesis

Episodes 1-20

SEASON TWO

A history of Zionism, 1860-1948

Episodes 21-58

SEASON Three

Unsolved Jewish Mysteries

Episodes 59-70, 186


SEASON Four

A History of Israel, 1948-1967

Episodes 71-103

SEASON Five

The First Thousand Years Or So

Episodes 104-130

SEASON Six

10 Jewish Philosophers You Oughta Know

Episodes 131-140

SEASON Seven

A History of Israel, 1967-1972

Episodes 141-157


SEASON Eight (Current)

Israel at War, Explained

Episodes 158-185, 187-190, 192-193

 

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