20 Best Jewish Book Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

The Seforimchatter podcast is dedicated to the discussion of Seforim (holy texts and works pertaining to them), Jewish (non-sacred) Books, Jewish History and more. The variety of guests include rabbis, professors, historians, authors, editors, and others in the field. For more information or to sponsor a show, check out seforimchatter.com or  email ****@seforimchatter.com more

The Jewish Lives Podcast explores the lives of remarkable Jewish figures from antiquity to the present. Hosted by Alessandra Wollner, each episode features a conversation with an acclaimed Jewish Lives author, illuminating the life and enduring legacy of the subject of their biography. Jewish Lives is a prizewinning series of biography published by Yale University Press and the Leon D. Black Foundation. Join us as we explore the Jewish experience together. more

This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: ⁠https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/⁠ Follow us on Instagram and Bluesky to learn about more our latest interviews: @newbooksnetwork Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies more

The Five Books celebrates the role of books in our lives. Each week we'll talk with a Jewish author about five books in five categories. We'll hear about: two Jewish books that have impacted the author's Jewish identity; one book (not necessarily Jewish) that they think everyone should read - a book that changed their worldview. We'll get a peek into what book they're reading now, and we'll hear the inside scoop on the new book they've just published.The Five Books creates a space for all listeners to explore what it means to live, write, and read as a Jewish American today. more

Their Stories. Their Inspiration. Their Passion. Captivating interviews with your favorite authors and influencers. more

The Yiddish Book Center's podcast includes conversations with Jewish culture makers, plus news and stories related to Yiddish literature, language, and culture. more

Raizel and Malya review Jewish romance novels and movies for your listening pleasure. Keywords: Hanukkah Chanukah Hannukah Hanukah Channukah Hannukkah Chanuka Hanukka more

Books and Beyond: The Rabbi Sacks Podcast is a series dedicated to exploring some of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks' most powerful ideas from four of his most influential books. Each episode features distinguished leaders and prominent voices from the Jewish world in dialogue with his teachings. Whether you're a devoted admirer or new to his work, this podcast offers inspiration and insight for these challenging times. more

The Book of Life is an interview-format podcast about Jewish kidlit, mostly, with occasional coverage of Jewish YA/adult books, music, film and web, established in December 2005.Host: Heidi RabinowitzSponsors: Feldman Children's Library at Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton, Florida & the Association of Jewish Libraries more

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'613 Books' podcast spotlights a different author every week in an interview hosted by veteran broadcast and podcast producer Heather Dean. If you love to read, or write, books geared to Jewish readers, this podcast is for you! After her extraordinary 14-year career broadcasting celebrity interviews for MTV, E! Entertainment Television and Associated Press (AP) Radio, Heather upgraded her life and career, which is centered on Torah values. Interested in advertising your product or service to a Jewish audience? Heather offers a fantastic 4-Episode Sponsorship Package of this podcast, For details, contact Heather Dean Productions: https://heatherdeanproductions.com/contact/ You can buy your copy of Heather's fascinating and inspiring memoir, 'Searching for Heather Dean' on Amazon. more

Nice Jewish Books is a podcast focusing on adult Jewish fiction sponsored by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL.) Not only is AJL the leading authority on Judaica Librarianship, its members are a community of readers and bibliophiles. On this podcast, we chat with authors about Jewish literature, genre fiction, works in translation, and more. As long as a book has a Jewish theme or character, it's a candidate for our show! more

Join Rabbi Gavin Michal for a look at some of the lesser-known events, books, and people in Jewish history. New episodes weekly based on articles from the Kotzk Blog, www.kotzkblog.com. This podcast was originated as conversations between Rabbi Gavin Michal and Dr Jordan Wosnick. more

On People of the Book, award-winning author Meryl Ain chats with notable authors, and brings you the best in books with Jewish content. From novels to memoirs to short stories to scholarly tomes, we cover a wide range of reads. Our freewheeling conversations are thought provoking and intimate. They span historical themes, contemporary issues, the writing process, and the influences that inspire and empower writers to tell their stories and share them with the world. more

Welcome to Jewish Storytime!Parents, grandparents, morahs and nannys let me entertain your children with a special Jewish book. You can go relax ❤️ Cuddle up tight! more

In-depth discussions of the 'Rishonim' and their books, the Medieval rabbinic scholars who transmitted Torah learning from the eleventh to fifteenth centuries. A bit of history, a bit of bibliography, but a lot of Torah. For more info and resources see https://sites.google.com/view/rishonim/ more

A Window Into Torah Publishing Its Process Its History Its Future Hosted by Chavrei Machon Aleh Zayis To publish your own sefer or browse our full catalog visit www.alehzayis.com . more

This podcast features educational, informative and intellectually compelling conversations with authors of newly-published books and recently-released monographs on Jewish history, Jewish religion, Jewish philosophy and Jewish literature. The podcast intends to reach academic specialists, members of the reading public and beginners with entry-level curiosity. more

Delve into the enchanting world of 'Yiddish Tales (יידיש מעשה),' where the vibrant stories of Jewish life in 19th-century Eastern Europe come alive through a captivating rotating collection. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, inviting listeners to experience the rich tapestry of humor, drama, and poignant reflection woven into these timeless narratives. With a focus on the human experience, these tales explore themes of love, loss, tradition, and resilience, offering a glimpse into the cultural heritage and everyday lives of Jewish communities during a transformative era. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that celebrate the depth and diversity of Yiddish literature. As you journey through each episode, you'll discover a new book that broadens your understanding of the past while resonating with universal truths. Join us and immerse yourself in the warmth and wisdom of these cherished tales. This show includes AI-generated content. more