Kvetch

Dayenu

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 10 Jun 2019 14:00:12 +0000

The show may be called Kvetch and Kvell, but we all know that Darone does more kvetching than kvelling, but this week he is trying to change that a bit. Today’s episode comes from a Facebook post he wrote at the end of the day on Thursday, June 6.

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Lampoon

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 27 May 2019 14:00:03 +0000

So, did you see the joke about Anne Frank taking a selfie in a bikini. Did you follow the aftermath where the Harvard humor magazine the lampoon apologized for making the joke. Well, obviously this is a topic that Darone is going to want to kvetch about, but his kvetch may not be what you expected.

Take a listen, and let us know if you think he is correct or totally off-base.

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Auschwitz.NYC

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 13 May 2019 14:00:13 +0000

This week Darone has quite a kvetch. When the Museum of Jewish Heritage decided they needed a new url for their latest exhibit, they had lots of urls that they could choose from. The one they chose, is just kvetch (or maybe even kringe)-worthy.

What do you think? Does the url they chose make it seem like the newest Disney attraction in Times Square?

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Pesach at The Ball Game

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 29 Apr 2019 13:00:15 +0000

This year Darone insisted that he wasn’t going to do a Pesach episode complaining about all of the things people complain about on Pesach (the Seder is too long, nobody enjoys matza, kashering the house is so exhausting, KP Cheese is yucky, why is everything so expensive…) but that didn’t mean he couldn’t find something to do an episode about.

Is it a Kvell? Is it a Kvetch? Take a listen and decide for yourself.

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Jewish Parody Music

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 11:00:10 +0000

Darone likes Jewish music, well some Jewish music. Jewish parody music, you know when they take a regular pop song, and make it Jewish, or some of the songs by Adam Sandler, yuck. They all go to the lowest denominator and focus on stereotypes and, well, it is just something that Darone felt the need to Kvetch about this week

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Purim 2019

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 18 Mar 2019 11:00:28 +0000

With seven Purim Kvetches in the bag, what possible issue could Darone still have to Kvetch about with regards to Purim? Take a listen to find out just what he is so annoyed about this year!

Want to listen to Darone’s past Purim Kvetches?

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Ticket Stubs

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 12:00:20 +0000

When Darone said he wanted to do an episode on this one, everyone at JCast Headquarters were scratching our heads, but then when we heard what he had recorded, we all sort of agreed.

Not sure if it is a kvetch, or a kvell, and not sure how Jewish it is, but it is a fun ride with Darone this week.

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Getting Ready for Shul

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 12:00:04 +0000

It must be in our DNA! Every parent needs to have the fight, as they were on the other side of the argument when they were children. Even when your children enjoy prayer, no one enjoys getting ready for shul…

What in the world could frustrate him soo much? You will have to listen to find out.

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Singing In The Shower

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 12:00:57 +0000

In a rare Kvell, Darone talks about the enjoyment he gets when he hears his children singing the songs and prayers they learn at school to themselves in the shower. It is somehow the combination of their voices and realizing that it is these special songs that are on their lips, that just make Darone melt.

What in the world could frustrate him soo much? You will have to listen to find out.

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MLK Day of Service

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 12:00:26 +0000

It’s MLK Day today, and the kids are off from school. Since the election of Barak Obama, MLK Day has in many places become a day of service, and wouldn’t it be nice to spend the day doing just that, sure? Is it possible… not so much, and that reality has really got Darone Kvetching today!

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A Special Christmas Kvetch…

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 07 Jan 2019 12:00:55 +0000

Christmas is over I said, move on I said, wait until next year I screamed, but nope, Darone could not wait another year before he complained about one aspect of being Jewish on Christmas.

What in the world could frustrate him soo much? You will have to listen to find out.

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School Vacations

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:00:49 +0000

On Christmas Eve Day, it is no surprise that Darone would want to kvetch about school vacations, but this time, perhaps he has a point…

2018 End Of Year Appeal

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 17 Dec 2018 12:00:21 +0000

In this episode of The JCast Journey, host Darone Ruskay returns for his semi-annual request for support.

Have you been listening to JCast Network podcasts for days, weeks, months, years? Well as we say, podcasts are free to listen to, but not free to produce. Darone discusses some the cost of keeping the network afloat, and invites you, our listener to join in and help support our work. Donating is easy, just visit http://jcastnetwork.org/donate and show your support.

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Schol Prayer

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 10 Dec 2018 12:00:36 +0000

No, Darone isn’t about to kvetch about prayer in public schools, he has something to say about going to school to participate in family davening at his children’s Day School.

While his instincts are to kvetch about it, at his heart all he can do is kvell!

First Name Rabbis

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 12:00:46 +0000

I don’t know what you think, but Darone has some strong feelings about what you call your Rabbi. Take a listen and hear why!

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See you in two weeks.

It’s A Small World

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:00:58 +0000

Before we start, let me be clear, Darone could easily do a Kvell about the amazing experience of taking his children to Orlando for a Disney vacation. It was an experience that he will never forget, but if you have been listening to Kvetch for the last 60+ episodes you know that Darone can always find some reason to Kvetch, and this week he has something to say about one specific, iconic Disney World experience. If the title of this episode hasn’t made it clear about what he has to talk about, then just take a listen and hear Darone Kvetch in his special way.

Phylacteries

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Darone loves the word phylacteries, but doesn’t wear them often. For those who don’t know, phylacteries is another word for tefillin. But wear them or not, what in the world would he have to kvetch about them? Take a listen to find out.

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Columbus Day

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 11:00:06 +0000

Darone sure is frustrated this week. Why? Because of Columbus Day! Not because it should (or shouldn’t) be called Indigenous Peoples Day! Why then is Darone so spastic? Listen to today’s episode and you will understand why it is such a problem (or at least why he think it is).

Services…

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 11:00:29 +0000

In the days after the High Holidays, you can’t be too surprised that Darone would want to Kvetch about the length of religious services, but in an unusual swerve, Darone actually has more of a Kontemplate (you know the K is just to stay in the Kvetch and Kvell model) on the length of religious services, and what should or shouldn’t be done to change them.

Take a listen and let us know what you think.

Hummus

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 11:00:24 +0000

Regardless of whether you spell it Hummus or Chumus or Chummus, there is no question that Hummus has taken over! And when something takes the world by storm, you know that Darone will find a reason to kvetch about it.

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Labor Day

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 11:00:10 +0000

Labor Day is a day that honors the worker, that we get off from work, and yet Darone still has reasons to kvetch, or does this episode turn out to be a Kvell? You will have to listen through to the end to really know.

Tickets And Seats

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 11:00:32 +0000

‘Tis the season, and thus Darone is back and ready to kvetch about the coming High Holidays. What is driving him crazy this time? Seats, tickets, assigned or otherwise.

Take a listen to learn exactly where his issues lie.

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The Camp Bus

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 06 Aug 2018 11:00:45 +0000

We know that Darone was just kvelling about his boys at Summer Camp last episode, but even then we knew that it wouldn’t last. So, in this episode, Darone is back to his usual grumpy ways about one aspect about camp.

Summer Camp

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 11:00:18 +0000

As promised, Darone has finally done a Kvell. Although for him #AbbaCamp will always be the most special way to spend the hot months, but there is no denying that he is a fan of Summer Camp for his boys… Or is he?

Not Ready for Prime Time

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 11:00:05 +0000

This episode could have been a JCast Journey episode, but Darone was “in a mood” so it ended up as a Kvetch. As technology makes it easier and easier to launch a new venture, is there a moment when people don’t take the time to prepare before launch? Darone thinks so. Take a listen to this weeks episode to hear what he is thinking about.

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The Challenge Of The Havdallah Candle

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 11:00:04 +0000

I know, just last episode Darone said that he was going to make this podcast both about Kvetching and Kvelling, but this week is a standard Kvetch, and it is one he is super-passionate about.

If you know where he can find the candle that he remembers from childhood, please reach out. He would be forever grateful, and we would too, as we are tired of his kvetching about it.

Kvell

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 11:00:19 +0000

Welcome back. After a few weeks hiatus, Darone returns with an unusual “Kvetch” this week. He explains more about the changes that he hinted at last week on JCast Journey and shares how Kvetch may look different going forward.

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Chazeret

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 11:00:33 +0000

Darone has been to a lot of Passover seders over the course of his life. But at some point he noticed that in addition to the normal things that have always been on the Seder plate, there was Chazeret! Why is it there? What do we do with it? When did it show up? Darone asks this in this week’s Kvetch.

Beitza

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 11:00:06 +0000

In the midst of Pesach, of course Darone is going to complain about something about the holiday. This time, BEITZA, or Egg.

Take a listen, you know you want to!

A Month After…

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 11:00:41 +0000

Just over a month ago a young man walked into a school in Florida and killed seventeen students. While upsetting, this doesn’t seem like the kind of thing that Darone would want to Kvetch about. So, is he complaining about guns? About senseless murder? About the student response? You will have to listen to this episode to find out, this week on Kvetch.

Mishloach Manot

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 05 Mar 2018 12:00:12 +0000

Purim has passed, and you would think that after all of these years of this podcast, Darone would have run out of things to complain about when it comes to Purim, but if that’s what you think, you really don’t give Darone enough credit for finding what to Kvetch about.

Kids and Purim

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 12:00:36 +0000

As they say, ‘Tis the Season… for Darone to Kvetch about Purim. If you have been listening to this show for any amount of time, you know how Darone feels about Purim and Simchat Torah, but what does he still have to Kvetch about after this many episodes? Take a listen to find out.

Kiddush Club

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 12:00:17 +0000

The Kiddish Club is the group at many synagogues that leave right after the Haftara to drink a lachaim (shot of alcohol) or two in the synagogue lobby. What about this would make Daorne Kvetch? You will have to take a listen.

The Selfie

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 22 Jan 2018 12:00:00 +0000

While this may not seem like a Jewish topic for a Kvetch, the image that prompted it was someone davening (praying)… Listen to Darone’s take on this scourage of society.

The Cold

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 12:00:03 +0000

All we can say this week is that when you think Darone is going to zig, you can be sure that he zags.

Take a listen to this latest episode of “Kvetch.”

Al Capone

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 25 Dec 2017 12:00:35 +0000

Yeah, you read the title correctly. For reasons unclear, Darone has chosen today, Christmas Day to Kvetch about Al Capone.

You wouldn’t believe it if I told you why he chose this to Kvetch about, so please just take a few minutes to listen to his Kvetch, and let us know what you think.

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The White House Menorah

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 12:00:46 +0000

Nobody who actually knows Darone could possibly think that he is a fan of the current President, which is what makes it extra surprising that he is Kvetching about this aspect of Chanukah, and the White House, but Kvetch he is, and our job is to share it with you.

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Wishing you a Happy Chanukah from all of us at #Kvetch and JCast Network.

Burial and Mourning

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 12:00:12 +0000

We know that as you have listened to Kvetch, you have begun to expect a certain something and that something is, well, a kvetch. Well, today, when you expect one thing, you get another.

Maybe it is because Friday would have been his mother’s birthday, or maybe it’s because he went to a funeral on Sunday of a really special teacher, colleague and friend, but for one reason or another, this week Darone talks about the Jewish way in death, and mourning, and in this, Darone thinks Jewish tradition has it right.

Personal Space on Facebook

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 12:00:19 +0000

This weeks Kvetch comes from an experience that Darone had this week when he was accosted on Facebook Messenger by someone he doesn’t really know.

This lead to Darone kvetching about the blur between the private and the public now that we all live our lives (for good and bad) publicly on Social Media.

Simchat Torah…

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:00:58 +0000

Isn’t Darone done “kvetching” about the High Holiday season? Not on your life… This time Darone returns to one of his go-to kvetches, in fact, you can hear him talk about it in this episode from March 2017, right after Purim.

Hopefully, this will be Darone’s last kvetch about the holidays, but… who knows!

Leather Shoes on Yom Kippur

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:00:17 +0000

By the name of this episode, you probably already know what Darone has to complain about in today’s episode of Kvetch, but why not listen, maybe you will enjoy anyway.

Yom Kippur Coffee Issues

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 11:00:00 +0000

If you are one of the few non-Jewish listeners to this podcast, you will be completely confused (and possibly revolted) by this weeks episode. I am Jewish and I am not sure I want to ever hear Darone go off on this issue again.

March For Racial Justice

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 18 Sep 2017 11:00:18 +0000

On September 30th, 2017 there will be a March for Racial Justice in Washington DC. September 30th is also Yom Kippur, and no surprise, the Jewish community is up in arms. What side of this issue do you think Darone will come out on this time? Take a listen to find out.

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Jewish Star

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 04 Sep 2017 11:00:53 +0000

At his latest concert at Madison Square Garden, The piano man, Billy Joel wore a yellow star on his suit jacket as a statement of support for the Jewish community and against the rising Alt-Right/KKK/Nazi sentiments in our country.

What on earth does Darone see a problem with about this? You will have to listen to this short episode to find out?

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Kashrut: Meat vs. Dairy

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 21 Aug 2017 11:00:49 +0000

After recording his last episode of Kvetch, Darone was immediately ready to jump back in and record again, this episodes focus… Kashrut. But he doesn’t complain about cheese, or wine, or two sets of dishes, no… Darone wants to kvetch about why chicken and beef are meat, but fish is not.

What do you think? Do you think that the rules of Kashrut make any sense at all?

Tisha B’Av

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 11:00:16 +0000

If you know anything about Kvetch host Darone Ruskay, you can’t be too surprised that he would find something to kvetch about when it comes to Tisha B’Av, but we think you may be surprised to see what he has stuck in his craw about this, most solemn day in the Jewish calendar.

How You Wear Tefillin

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 11:00:56 +0000

OK, so after last episode, Darone got a bunch of people asking what was Jewish about his Kvetch…. So, this episode Darone focused on something very in the beltway. In fact, you might say that there kvetching about Tefillin is going a bit overboard, but then again, isn’t that what Kvetch is all about?

Sand

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 11:00:51 +0000

The Jewish content on this Kvetch is a little light, and the whole episode (if said in a different tone) could have been an episode of #AbbaCamp, but since Darone already wasted his kvetch about fireworks in May, this week he focuses on SAND. You know, the gritty stuff that gets stuck in your everywhere, and is so uncomfortable and icky!

Jew By Choice

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 11:00:51 +0000

It is clear that Darone is just being pedantic, because he isn’t upset about people who have converted to Judaism, it is just about the words. Listen to how Darone gets himself out of this hole that he has dug for himself.

Gal Gadot

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 12 Jun 2017 11:00:05 +0000

What on earth would Darone have to complain about with regards to the Jewish star of one of the largest Superhero movie of the year? Oh, if you have been listening to Kvetch for a while, I bet you can tell, but if not, take a listen to this episode and see what Darone has to Kvetch about now.

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Checking My Tzitsis

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 29 May 2017 11:00:21 +0000

Darone has really got a bee in his bonnet this week (it should be noted that JCast Network has never before used the phrase “bee in a bonnet”, but this week it seems appropriate.

When Darone was in primary school he had to prove that he was wearing tzitsis every morning during tefillah, and he never forgot it. So, although he has feelings about the current administration, he really only has one thing to say, “STOP CHECKING THEIR TZITSIS”.

Confused? Listen to this weeks episode and maybe (just maybe) it will make a little more sense.

Holiday Fatigue

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 15 May 2017 11:00:32 +0000

Darone complained about a July 4th item at the Start of May, and now he is ranting about Holiday Fatigue. What on earth could he be annoyed by now? Take a listen to this week’s Kvetch to find out what Darone means when he talks about his Holiday Fatigue. You will be amused.

Fireworks and Yom HaAtzmaut

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 01 May 2017 11:00:22 +0000

Look, I don’t mean to kvetch, but can we take a moment to talk about fireworks. I know, everyone loves fireworks, well everyone but ME! Now, you may kvetch that I am talking about fireworks in May and not on July 4th, but I have my reasons. Listen to this week’s kvetch to better understand why it is an appropriate time to complain about this annoyance.

Eight Days of Pesach

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 17 Apr 2017 11:00:14 +0000

On the seventh day of Pesach, there really is only one thing that Darone could want to kvetch about today… the ridiculousness of their being eight days of Passover in some places and only seven in others.

Someone better bring this man some bread.

Hamentashen

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 03 Apr 2017 11:00:58 +0000

What, you thought that Darone was only going to spend one episode kvetching about Purim… Oh no, Darone has more to say, and this is, as always his favorite place to vent.

Purim

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 20 Mar 2017 11:00:44 +0000

A week after the holiday, you had to know that Darone was going to have something to say about Purim. Listen to him kvetch in his own special way in this Holiday version of the podcast.

Saying It The Wrong Way

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 06 Mar 2017 12:00:18 +0000

It took weeks for Trump to acknowledge that their have been anti-semitic outbursts since his election. But then he acknowledged it, but not enough, not the right way! Who are we to say what the right way is? How dare we complain when we get exactly what we ask for.

Rabbis and Their Fringes

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 12:00:11 +0000

Darone has a doozy this week! While the rest of the Jewish community are celebrating the response by so many in our community to what they believe goes against our faith, Darone sees it another way. No, he doesn’t think that Muslims should be banned, but he does have a lot of thoughts and feelings about the ways that Rabbis march.

Listen in to his latest “kvetch” in this episode.

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Facebook Live

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 12:00:30 +0000

Darone kinda goes off on a tangent, not really focusing on a Jewish issue (although knowing Darone, he always figures out a way to bring it back, while he kvetches about Facebook Live! Yup, you heard it right, Darone found something to complain about in Facebook… who would have thought!

Undervaluing Myself

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 23 Jan 2017 12:00:58 +0000

In this weeks Kvetch Darone is self-reflective and complaining, in the ways that only he can about the degree to which he does not value himself enough professionally. This one is a doozy!

Holiday Lights

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 12:00:07 +0000

Yes, this weeks episode may feel like Darone is saying the opposite of what he said in the last episode, but wait, he can explain… Listen to him Kvetch all about holiday lights.

The Christmas Season

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 26 Dec 2016 12:00:28 +0000

It’s mid-December, so of course Darone is going to Kvetch about Christmas. But I bet you didn’t expect him to have this take on it!

Civility

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 05 Dec 2016 12:00:00 +0000

After last episode, we had hoped that Darone was done… but no such luck. This episode Darone has something to say (or rather something to Kvetch about) civility, the way we talk to and about one another.

Bubbbles

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 12:00:34 +0000

No, it’s not gum, and it’s not soap, it’s not blowing bubbles and watching them float into the air, or chasing them and popping them… Today Darone has to kvetch about the bubbles that we all live in. How we only really see the ideas that are in our bubble, and thus they are reinforced for us. This falls in the political realm, the religious realm, the social justice realm, Oy! Darone really has a lot to say this week on Kvetch.

Amazon Rankings

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 12:00:15 +0000

What on earth could Darone want to Kvetch about when it comes to Amazon. Doesn’t it make his life so much easier? Doesn’t he order everything through Amazon and appreciate that it arrives so quickly? Listen to this Episode of Kvetch to find out.

Are You Jewish

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 11:00:46 +0000

Darone likes the Jewish Holidays especially Sukkot, Darone likes to occasionally go to shul for morning minyan, Darone likes to shake his lulav, smell his etrog, and even on occasion put on tefilling. So, what does Darone has to Kvetch about today. The Black-hatters standing outside of the subway asking if I want to shake a lulav or lay tefillin. They are so intrusive. But, Darone doesn’t like to kvetch.

Hamilton Parodies

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 11:00:21 +0000

Darone likes the soundtrack of Hamilton as much as the next guy, and one day, if he figured out, he would love the opportunity to be “in the room where it happens” and get tickets to the show for himself and his family, but does every song from Hamilton need to be parodied for everything from the end of camp season, to Hebrew school, to Purim, to High Holiday Services?

Day School Calendar

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 26 Sep 2016 11:00:51 +0000

As a follow-up to the last episode when Darone complained about the Jewish Calendar , this weeks rant focuses on the ways that the Jewish calendar affects the start of the school year in Jewish Day Schools. Take a listen to Darone’s take on this episode of Kvetch.

The Jewish Calendar

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 12 Sep 2016 11:00:58 +0000

Darone really has a bone to pick with the Jewish calendar. What are his issues with it? Listen to this weeks episode of Kvetch to find out.

Dues + Donation

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 11:00:54 +0000

As a follow-up to the last episode, this week Darone Kvetches about the idea that at the same time as you are paying dues, they ask you to ALSO make a donation? What does Darone have to say about this, listen to this weeks episode of Kvetch to find out.

Synagogue Membership

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 15 Aug 2016 11:00:42 +0000

With this holidays coming up, it is not surprising that Darone takes the time to Kvetch about synagogue membership. What is it about Synagogue membership that drives him crazy, listen to this weeks episode to find out!

Jews On TV

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 01 Aug 2016 11:00:31 +0000

It is kind of shocking that it took this long before Darone, a television addict, took the time to rant about the ways that Jews are portrayed on television. From Jerry Seinfeld to Larry David, and especially The Goldbergs… You will be shocked at who Darone says is the best portrayal of a Jew on television these days, this week on What could Darone possibly have to complain about when it comes to a mechitza? He doesn’t generally daven in Orthodox synagogues, and he isn’t a woman? That’s never stopped him before.

That’s never stopped him before. Listen to his rant on this weeks episode of Kvetch.

Hitler Card

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 04 Jul 2016 11:00:12 +0000

Why do we always say people we don’t like are like “Hitler” or “The Nazis”, and more importantly, how does Darone Ruskay feel about it. I bet you can guess, but listen anyway to this weeks episode of Kvetch.

Kosher Meat

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 20 Jun 2016 11:00:33 +0000

This episode starts a little differently then most episodes of Kvetch, as Darone talks about how much he loves The Wandering Q. But things go down from there as he rants about the crazy costs of Kosher meat.

Tot Shabbat

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 06 Jun 2016 11:00:54 +0000

On a special birthday edition of Kvetch, Darone does the same thing he does on every other episode, he complains. What is driving him crazy this week? Tot Shabbat, the waste of a service experience that needs to be remodeled for the future if you don’t want to lose all of your synagogues members who have children. Oh wait, let’s not get into it here, listen to the episode and let us know what you think… this week on Kvetch.

Bris

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 23 May 2016 11:00:18 +0000

I don’t mean to kvetch, but can we talk about the Bris? That moment when a Jewish boy child enters into the community! What is it that annoys me about the bris? I bet you it is not what you think it is. Find out when you listen to this weeks episode of Kvetch.

Bernie Sanders

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 09 May 2016 11:00:36 +0000

What is it about Bernie Sanders that makes me so crazy? It probably isn’t what you think it is. Find out on this weeks episode of Kvetch!

The First Kvetch: Pesach Edition

druskay@jcastnetwork.org (JCast Network) — Mon, 02 May 2016 11:00:53 +0000

In this episode of The JCast Journey, host Darone Ruskay breaks his usual conversation about the network, and the issues related to creating and maintaining it, to take a moment to discuss Pesach and the unhealthy way that we eat, and more so, purchase food for this holiday. Take a listen and let us know what you think about food and Pesach.

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