Topic: Yiddish

3 chapters across the catalog

Ash for Cash
Episode 894 16:47 - 17:31

894: Ash for Cash

Schlock Parties, White Elephant Gift Traditions

The Yiddish-derived term "schlock" is discussed in the context of "schlock parties," which are similar to modern white elephant gift exchanges. These events involve trading low-quality or tacky items, such as novelty pens or decorative ashtrays.

Nice Fabric
Episode 724 1:26:58 - 1:31:22

724: Nice Fabric

Barack Obama, Jewish Heritage Month, Mark Levin

President Obama spoke at a Jewish gathering for Jewish Heritage Month, jokingly referring to himself as an "honorary member of the tribe." He referenced his two Jewish chiefs of staff and his history of hosting White House Seders. Right-wing talk show hosts, including Mark Levin, criticized the speech as disrespectful or indicative of the President's broader policy failures.

Too Many Clips
Episode 368 13:11 - 14:59

368: Too Many Clips

Condom Marketing, Feed Me Bubby, and Terrorist Threats

A montage features a commercial for Neutrogen Ecstasy condoms followed by a profile of "Feed Me Bubby," an online cooking show hosted by an 83-year-old woman and her grandson. The segment transitions to a serious congressional hearing where intelligence officials, including Leon Panetta and Robert Mueller, confirm the high likelihood of a terrorist attack on the U.S. homeland.