Menschin with the Boys
Welcome to Menschin’ with the Boys — the podcast where Jewish pride meets the playing field. You thought Jews were bad at sports? Well, we’re here to prove you wrong! From Koufax to modern stars, from the Maccabees to the majors, and yes — even a little betting on the side — we’ve got stories, insights, and laughs that’ll keep you in the game.
Episodes
19 episodes
Episode 19: All Roads Lead to the World Cup Final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its thrilling conclusion as Argentina and Spain prepare to battle for football's biggest prize, and we're breaking down everything you need to know before kickoff. We examine each team's path to the final, key ma...
Episode 18: "Chai"-Lights from the World Cup, NHL and NBA Finals
The World Cup takes center stage as Menschin' with the Boys reaches its 18th ("chai") episode. We break down the knockout rounds, Yannis shares his unforgettable rain-drenched experience in Philadelphia, and we spotlight Jewish and...
Episode 17: Yes! World Cup Fever & Celebrating Marv Albert's 85th Birthday
World Cup fever has officially arrived! The boys preview the 2026 FIFA World Cup and examine the Jewish connections to the tournament, including Team USA goalkeeper Matt Turner and a surprising training ground with a Jewish connection being use...
Episode 16: Habs Animator Olivia Benaroche Talks Hockey, Stand-Up and Jewish Identity
This week on Menschin’ with the Boys, Montreal comedian and Canadiens in-game host Olivia Benaroche joins the show to discuss her journey through comedy, Habs fandom, surviving leukemia, Jewish identity, and what it's really like being...
Episode 15: Playoffs, Patriotism & Powerful Anthems feat. Cantor Gideon Zelermyer
The playoffs are heating up and so is Menschin’ with the Boys! This week, Yannis Harrouche, Matthew Cutler, and Jordan Stoopler break down all the biggest stories across the Jewish sports world.The boys dive into Quinn Hughes’ d...
Episode 14: Avdija Ascends to Even Greater Heights
The guys are back with a loaded show as the sports world shifts into playoff mode—and one name is stealing the spotlight: Deni Avdija.Fresh off a jaw-dropping 41-point performance in the NBA play-in tournament, Avdija has official...
Episode 13: Menschin’ Turns 13 with a Bar Mitzvah Bash feat. Noah Rubin
Menschin’ with the Boys celebrates its 13th episode and a milestone moment as the podcast officially “becomes a man.” From Bar Mitzvah memories and playful banter about coming of age, the celebration sets the stage for a meaningful and wide-ran...
Episode 12: Bats, Brackets & Jewish Stats
This week on Menschin’ with the Boys, we’re covering a packed slate of Jewish sports stories, starting with Team Israel at the 2026 World Baseball Classic The boys break down the highs, the tough losses (yes, that grand slam),...
Episode 11: At Least It Was A Jew!
Team USA captures Olympic gold in men’s hockey for the first time since the Miracle on Ice, while the women’s final delivers another Canada-USA classic. The boys break down the dramatic Olympic finish, the Hughes brothers’ whirlwind media tour,...
Episode 10: Olympics and Habs Talk with Eric Engels
Sportsnet’s Eric Engels joins us to talk about the Olympics and, of course, the Montreal Canadiens. What might the Habs do at the trade deadline? Eric shares his thoughts. We also break down the first week of the 2026 Wint...
Episode 9: Israeli Stars Hit the Global Stage
After an extra week off, Menschin’ with the Boys returns in a big way. The boys break down the biggest stories across the NBA and NHL, led by Deni Avdija’s late All-Star voting surge, before turning their attention to Jewish athletes m...
Episode 8: Olympic Nominations and Snubs, Deni-Mania and Tennis Down Under
The boys return for their first episode of 2026 with a jam-packed slate of topics. From new NHL injuries to Olympic snubs to the NBA All-Star buzz captivating Jewish audiences, we break it all down. Plus, a look ahead to the 2026 ATP and WTA te...
Episode 7: Eight (Plus One) Crazy Jewish Sports Moments of 2025
It’s a very special holiday bonus episode of Menschin’ with the Boys — and the perfect way to close out an unforgettable year in Jewish sports.We look back at the top Jewish sports moments of 2025, from blockbuster...
Episode 6: NHL, NBA and College Football Stars Shine Bright this Chanukah Season
Jewish athletes dominated headlines this week—and Menschin’ with the Boys has every angle covered. We unpack Artemi Panarin’s surge, Jakob Chychrun’s record streak, Deni Avdija's historic run, and Danny Wolf & Ben Saraf’s Nets perf...
Episode 5: Black Friday Frenzy Meets Football Frustration
We're breaking down Israel’s failed 2026 World Cup bid with Ha’aretz reporter Uzi Dann. We also attempt to unpack the mysterious Jack Hughes’ finger injury, before tackling other big NHL, NBA, and even NCAA storylines. Plus, our h...
Episode 4: The King of Jewish Baseball and the Queen of Canadian Jewish Sports
Royalty is in the house this week on Menschin' with the Boys as we are joined by the King of Jewish Baseball himself, Nate Fish. Israel Baseball Americas CEO and the manager of Team Israel at the upcoming World Baseball Cla...
Episode 3: Nightmare on the Pitch: Tricks, Treats and Tough Defeats
It’s spooky season on Menschin’ with the Boys! Yannis Harrouche and Jordan Stoopler break down a haunting October for Israel’s national soccer team — from Erling Haaland’s hat trick heartbreak to the missed opportunities that dashed it...
Episode 2: Playoffs, Puck Drops and Parshas
The Boys are back for another episode filled with heavy-hitting sports talk, mixed in with some Jewish spirit. We take you through the highs and lows of October baseball, preview a record-setting NHL season when it comes to Jewish players and h...
Episode 1: New Beginnings This New Year
On our debut episode, we break down Israel's surprising run at this summer's EuroBasket tournament, what's to come for the Israeli national soccer team in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and discuss the Brooklyn Nets' recent...