Stars of David with Elon Gold

Larry David, comedian and creator of Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm, pops in reluctantly and delivers wry, grumpy wisdom. He talks about why conflict fuels comedy, his puzzle-like approach to crafting stories, run-ins with censors, Shabbat dinner tales, and turning pet peeves into bits. Short, sharp, and unmistakably mensch.

A wild origin story about showing up unannounced and using chutzpah to break into a legendary writer’s world. Tales of persistence with yearly lobby stakeouts and perfectly timed Shabbat dinners. A behind-the-scenes look at how offhand pitches and improv turned into TV credits. Stories of nervous first days, unexpected hires, missteps, and eventual triumphs.

Elon Gold and Eli Leonard sit down with Yonit Levi, long-time lead news anchor of Israel’s Channel 12, and CNN anchor Bianna Golodryga to talk about their new book Don’t Feed the Lion. After October 7, both women faced the same urgent question from their kids — Why does antisemitism still exist? When they couldn't resources to help explain it, they teamed up to write a story-driven book for tweens and teens about identity, hate, and standing up with compassion and clarity. What follows is a funny, sharp, and deeply personal conversation about parenting, public life, rising antisemitism, and the responsibility of using your voice — especially now. Get in touch with Elon and Eli at starsofdavid@unpacked.media. Watch and Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. Subscribe to the Unpacked newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unpacked.bio/22f7b4⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ---- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special thanks to Joleen and Mitch Julis.

“It’s the safest hate in the world.” ✡️ Elica Le Bon joins Elon Gold and Eli Leonard for a sharp and funny conversation on antisemitism, moral inversion, and why it’s become “safe to hate Jews.” The Iranian-British writer and outspoken ally explains what drives her to defend Israel and the Jewish people—and why truth, above all, is her real cause. Get in touch with Elon and Eli at starsofdavid@unpacked.media. Watch and Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. Subscribe to the Unpacked newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unpacked.bio/22f7b4⁠⁠⁠⁠ ---- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special thanks to Joleen and Mitch Julis.

Mitch Julis, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Canyon Partners and philanthropic supporter of Jewish education. He talks about credit and distressed investing, the role of long-term relationships in success, humor as a teaching tool, and strategic philanthropy that builds Jewish identity and fights hostile curricula. He also reflects on institutional risks and hopes for future generations.

"The Torah literally heals my soul." ✡️ In this episode of Stars of David, hosts Elon Gold and Eli Leonard sit down with the legendary Tiffany Haddish for a conversation that is as deeply moving as it is hilarious. Tiffany shares her profound spiritual journey—from discovering her Jewish roots through her father and navigating foster care to her "Black Mitzvah" and full conversion. She discusses her recent emotional trip to Israel following October 7th, her experiences at the Kotel (the Wailing Wall), and why she finds her greatest strength in Jewish learning. Tiffany also discusses her latest book, I Curse You With Joy, and why she chooses to fight negativity with light. This episode contains explicit language and content. Get in touch with Elon and Eli at starsofdavid@unpacked.media. Watch and Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. Subscribe to the Unpacked newsletter: ⁠⁠https://unpacked.bio/22f7b4⁠⁠ ---- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special thanks to Joleen and Mitch Julis.

Influencer Noa Solomon, Director of Jewish Content at Lost Tribe, joins Stars of David for a funny, warm and honest conversation about being young, Jewish, and visible in a post–October 7 world. Hosts Elon Gold and Eli Leonard sit down with Noa to explore how Lost Tribe reaches Gen Z Jews by meeting them where they are—on social media, through humor, culture, and joy—while navigating antisemitism and polarization about Israel. This is an episode about Jewish pride, peoplehood, and the future of Jewish connection. Get in touch with Elon and Eli at starsofdavid@unpacked.media. Watch and Subscribe on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠. This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. Subscribe to the Unpacked newsletter: ⁠https://unpacked.bio/22f7b4⁠ ---- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special thanks to Joleen and Mitch Julis.

Israeli viral comedy sensation Yohay Sponder opens the new season of Stars of David. Join Elon Gold and Eli Leonard for a fast, funny, and heartfelt conversation about comedy, Jewish identity, and truth-telling through jokes. They talk about Sponder’s rise from clubs to sold-out theaters, why Jewish humor matters right now, and what it means to perform with real stakes—plus plenty of riffing, roasting, kvetching. And Elon's parents are back with a Yiddish word of the week. Get in touch with Elon and Eli at starsofdavid@unpacked.media. Watch and Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠. This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. Subscribe to the Unpacked newsletter: https://unpacked.bio/22f7b4 ---- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Wondering Jews ⁠⁠ Special thanks to Joleen and Mitch Julis and JLTV.

Stars of David is back for another season! Host Elon Gold, joined by co-host Eli Leonard, returns with an unapologetically Jewish celebration of comedy, culture, and identity. Across this 8-episode season, they sit down with Larry David, Tiffany Haddish, Elica Le Bon, Noa Solomon, Yohay Sponder, and more, for hilarious stories, meaningful conversations, and classic kvetching. Laugh, kvetch, and celebrate the tribe when Stars of David returns on Thursday, January 15th. Get in touch at starsofdavid@unpacked.media. Watch and Subscribe on ⁠YouTube. This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. ---- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠ ⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠ ⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠ ⁠Wondering Jews⁠ Special thanks to Joleen and Mitch Julis and JLTV.

Brett Gelman talks to Elon about Hollywood's reluctance to speak out against antisemitism, expresses gratitude for his Israeli-American wife who has educated him about Israel, and shares a sneak peek into his time working with Larry David on Curb Your Enthusiasm.This episode contains explicit language and content.Watch and Subscribe on YouTube.This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media.----For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out:Jewish History NerdsSoulful Jewish LivingUnpacking Israeli HistoryWondering JewsSpecial thanks to Joleen and Mitch Julis and JLTV.