Identity/Crisis, hosted by Yehuda Kurtzer, president of the Shalom Hartman Institute, features conversations with thinkers on issues facing contemporary Jewish life in North America, Israel and worldwide. The show has 315 episodes, released weekly, with a median length of about 51 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, implying a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Engaged weekly audience of Jewish thinkers following current events in depth
- Weekly episodes since 2020 with 315 released, each around 50 minutes.
- 208 Apple ratings averaging 4.6 stars, with 178 five-star reviews.
- Recent guests include Dara Horn, Yossi Klein Halevi and Nicholas Lemann.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, panel discussion, re-run
- Tone
- thoughtful, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description links only to the institute's email list and the Hartman website.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles address Israeli elections, settler violence and October 7, which are politically charged but treated analytically.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | feeds.megaphone.fm/identitycrisis |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1500168597 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/identitycrisis |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Israel/Today: Israel’s Elections, Netanyahu’s Shadow – with Tamar Ish- | 2026-10-13 | 51 min |
| Israel/Today: How October 7 Changed the Jewish Story – with Yossi Klei | 2026-10-06 | 59 min |
| Israel/Today: The Politics of Settler Violence — with Dahlia Scheindli | 2026-09-29 | 52 min |
| Jewish Religious Freedom and the Supreme Court – with Michael Avi Helf | 2026-09-22 | 1 h 3 min |
| Feminism, Jews, and the Legacy of Gloria Steinem—with Judith Rosenbaum | 2026-09-15 | 49 min |
| Don't Believe in God? Try It Anyway – with Noa Kushner | 2026-09-08 | 45 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
In a frenzied media cycle, Identity/Crisis creates better conversations about the issues facing contemporary Jewish life. Host Yehuda Kurtzer, president of the Shalom Hartman Institute, talks with leading thinkers to unpack current events affecting Jewish communities in North America, Israel, and around the world, revealing the core Jewish values underlying the issues that matter most to you.…
About Identity/Crisis
Identity/Crisis is a weekly podcast from the Shalom Hartman Institute, hosted by its president, Yehuda Kurtzer. According to the show's feed and website, it features conversations with thinkers about current events and questions in Jewish life across North America, Israel and beyond. The feed lists 315 episodes, typically around 50 minutes each.
The show has 208 ratings on Apple Podcasts with an average of 4.6 stars, and the feed describes its updates as weekly. Listener figures are not published; the estimate of 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode is based on the Apple ratings band and show age, so treat it as an approximation.
No sponsors appear in the feed, so the show is a fit for brands seeking an engaged, educated audience in publishing or Jewish cultural causes. Estimated rate of $90 to $625 per episode is calculated from the download estimate at $18 to $25 per 1,000.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Identity/Crisis can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Identity/Crisis
How much does Identity/Crisis charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would run about $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on confirmed download data and the terms agreed with the show.
What is Identity/Crisis about?
Identity/Crisis is a weekly podcast from the Shalom Hartman Institute, hosted by Yehuda Kurtzer. Each episode features a conversation about current events and questions facing Jewish life.
How do I contact Identity/Crisis about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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