374. Getting Jewy and Kvetching at OTC: Steven Landry and Audrey Zinn
“Every day is a new chance for us to make choices. And sometimes the choices aren’t right. And that’s okay."
"If you are going on a long haul flight, make sure to not check all of your toiletries."
"I want to be able to lay my head on a matzo ball and go to sleep."
"I’m committing to my Judaism right now."
Live from the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC), Reena Friedman Watts reconnects with Audrey Zinn and Steven Landry for an episode filled with laughs, deep dives into Jewish traditions, and practical travel tips.
Audrey and Steven share their experiences navigating the conference, from the pitfalls of wearing heels to the importance of travel essentials like deodorant and mouthwash. The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as they discuss Jewish identity, traditions, and the unique challenges faced by converts and those from diverse backgrounds.
Steven opens up about his journey to Judaism, the significance of Jewish holidays, and the sense of community he has found. Audrey shares her own experiences growing up Jewish and the sometimes awkward interactions that come with it.
Join us for an episode that is equal parts humorous and insightful, filled with personal anecdotes, cultural reflections, and a celebration of Jewish life. Whether you're here for the travel tips, the fashion faux pas, or the meaningful discussions on faith and identity, this episode has something for everyone.
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(00:00) Steven and Audrey discuss fashion at the OTC conference (01:39) If you are going on a long haul flight, make sure to not check toiletries (03:16) Can we talk about traditions? Yeah. What is being jewish to you (05:48) What's your passover like? It depends on the year (08:46) You have a review podcast about some good alcoholic beverages (11:45) Number one rookie mistake was thinking I would get through Passover with zero issues (14:31) Let's talk about how much leftover Passover food we have (16:34) For me, I don't eat pancakes on a daily basis (19:03) What you needed to know about converting to Judaism (19:17) Steven converted to Judaism two years ago (24:51) My parents went to Orthodox synagogues when they lived in New York (28:13) That's gross. The call doesn't need to come from inside the house, guys (28:24) Genesis says being adopted is hard to define as a Jew (31:32) Jews aren't white. Some people think they are. But we're an ethnic people (34:26) I'm gonna be in a cabin in the woods this year for Christmas (37:35) Every jewish holiday can basically be summed up with, they tried to kill us (37:46) What should we expect for the rest of the week?
Remember, it's not just about the miles traveled, but the memories made and the wisdom gained along the way. Tune in and get ready to explore the world through Audrey and Steven's eyes.
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