Episode Details

Move over, Josephus—Sefer Yosippon is here with all the drama of Jewish history, just with a bit more medieval flair and fewer footnotes. Written in Hebrew by someone who may or may not have been named Joseph, this epic retelling of Jewish history covers everything from Adam to the destruction of the Second Temple, with detours into Alexander the Great fan fiction, fiery Roman showdowns, and some surprisingly spicy palace intrigue. It's like ancient history meets Jewish national pride, wrapped in storytelling that's part biblical remix, part historical soap opera. In this episode, we dive into the book that tried to tell the Jewish story—and made it way more cinematic in the process. Popcorn optional, enthusiasm required.