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Queer Yid Podcast: LGBTQ Jews Share Our Stories

Queer Yid Podcast: LGBTQ Jews Share Our Stories

By Queer Yid Podcast

There are a rainbow of perspectives that make up the LGBTQ+ frum experience, and the Queer Yid Podcast is here to explore them all. Be it growing up gay in a community that doesn't have language for those feelings, or embracing yiddishkeit years after coming out trans, our stories matter.

So whether you're queer, questioning, or simply curious about our experiences - we invite you to listen and reflect on the narratives that our guests have to share.

To send us your feedback or to contact us about a story you'd like told, please visit queeryid.com
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Ep. 05 - How's Your Relationship with Hashem? | Deena's Story

Queer Yid Podcast: LGBTQ Jews Share Our StoriesApr 07, 2021

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Ep. 13 - I’m Gay and I Need Help Finding a Yeshiva | Yered’s Story

Ep. 13 - I’m Gay and I Need Help Finding a Yeshiva | Yered’s Story

Today I’m talking with Yered Stufflebeam. From Indiana to Pittsburgh to Israel, Yered’s story is unapologetically queer. After being bullied in high school, Yered came out to his friends, family, and Rabbis, and forged his own path through the religious world. From proudly working as an openly gay madrich to breaking stereotypes about religious people in the army, Yered’s story is one you won’t want to miss.

Aug 01, 202101:03:50
Ep. 12 - Stay Curious, Queers | Anon's Story

Ep. 12 - Stay Curious, Queers | Anon's Story

Today I’m speaking with an old friend and fellow traveler between the queer and religious worlds. In this episode we talk about her journey coming up in Modern Orthodoxy and struggling to find the right words for her identity: asexual, gay, or queer. We also reminisce on a snapshot in time when two girls in their early twenties were learning to embrace what made them different with love and curiosity.

Today’s guest asked that her name not be used for professional reasons. So, it’s my great pleasure to introduce you to my old friend: anon.

Jul 14, 202145:32
Ep. 11 - Creating Queer Community | Chaim’s Story

Ep. 11 - Creating Queer Community | Chaim’s Story

Chaim Levin is a queer activist, conversion therapy survivor, and founder of the LGBTQ Chabad online community. In his work as an advocate for numerous causes affecting the Orthodox community, pieces of Chaim’s story have been told across several different platforms. In this episode, Chaim and I sit down to go over his narrative - beginning to end - and cover some of the highlights and challenges that he's faced along the way. 

Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of sexual abuse as well as suicidality

You can learn more about Chaim's work by visiting his website: chaimlevin.com 

Jun 30, 202101:04:15
Ep. 10 - The Host Speaks | Chana's Story

Ep. 10 - The Host Speaks | Chana's Story

Today we’re flipping the script! I’m joined by a dear friend and fantastic ally to the LGBTQ community, Yehuda Miller, aka Goose. In this week’s episode, Goose helps me chart the tale of my own journey: into Orthodoxy as a young teen, through the ups and downs of learning to embrace my queer identity, all the way up until today - when my partner and I launched the Queer Yid Podcast. It’s been a true exercise in empathy, being in the hot seat, and I hope that you find something meaningful in the story that I have to share.

Jun 16, 202101:24:45
Ep. 09 - There is a Future that Exists for You | Joe's Story

Ep. 09 - There is a Future that Exists for You | Joe's Story

Today I’m talking with Joe Hyman, a conversion therapy survivor as well as a Jewish queer activist from London. In this episode Joe and I speak about the role that Judaism played in his journey to - and eventually away from - conversion therapy. We also chat about some of the highlights and hazards of stepping into the role of a queer & religious public figure.

You can follow Joe on instagram @josephmhyman

Jun 02, 202101:26:16
Ep. 08 - I was Always Whole | Lieba's Story
May 19, 202101:09:39
Ep. 07 - Bisexuality and the Beit Midrash | Jason's Story
May 05, 202159:11
Ep. 06 - It's Very Fashionable to Have a Gay Son | Josh's Story
Apr 21, 202101:02:36
Ep. 05 - How's Your Relationship with Hashem? | Deena's Story

Ep. 05 - How's Your Relationship with Hashem? | Deena's Story

Deena Klein is a Modern Orthodox Jew and an out-and-proud lesbian who lives in Brooklyn with her wife and son. From Long Island through Yeshiva University all the way down to Chabad of the Bowery, Deena’s story is about the profound power of a family’s love and how one thoughtful question from an empathetic Rabbi can change a life.

No content warning this time, but you might want to bring some tissues - this one’s a real heart warmer.

Apr 07, 202101:06:44
Ep. 04 - Finding Your Language | Sam's Story
Mar 24, 202101:09:16
Ep. 03 - If G-d made me gay, then it's G-d's problem | Shlomo's Story
Mar 16, 202101:19:08
Ep. 02 - Totally Frum, Totally Queer | Leana's Story
Mar 16, 202157:16
Ep. 01 - Living Authentically | Jude's Story
Mar 16, 202101:10:14
Ep. 00 - Welcome to the Queer Yid Podcast!

Ep. 00 - Welcome to the Queer Yid Podcast!

Welcome to the Queer Yid Podcast! Where we share the stories of people just like us - LGBTQ Jews from religious backgrounds. Whether you're queer, questioning, or simply curious about our lives, we invite you to listen and reflect on the narratives that our guests have to share. 

Mar 10, 202101:23