J3 (Amateur Hour) Podcast

After a yearlong hiatus, J3 returns stronger than ever with an epic episode that must be heard to be believed. After catching up on all things J3, they are joined by Yoel's teenage son Noam to discuss Africa and true crime, before featured guest Avrumi Weinfeld shows up to answer questions about his globetrotting adventures across all seven continents. (00:00:00) The return (00:19:49) Noam (00:46:33) Avrumi Weinfeld

Wayne Cohen, pawn shop owner, star of the TruTV reality series Hardcore Pawn: Chicago, and Jordan's father's cousin, regales the J3 boys (minus Josh) with tales of growing up on the south side, brushes with death, his brother’s run for lieutenant governor, and his life in the pawn business.

J3 welcomes author and Ida Crown grad’ Sara Sherbill following the publication of her new book, There Was Night and There Was Morning: A Memoir of Trauma and Redemption, a searing, must-read memoir. Sara opens up about her experience as the victim of domestic abuse, her childhood as the daughter of a pulpit rabbi in Northbrook, the reactions to going public with her story and much more. Link to Sara’s must-read book ⬇️⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/There-Was-Night-Morning-Redemption/dp/1454955317?nodl=1&dplnkId=91b80722-221a-4db8-9cff-4d88961ddaeb If you or anyone you know is in need of assistance related to topics discussed in this episode, the following professional organizations can serve as resources: Shalva: https://shalvacares.org/ Upward (for minors): https://upwardcommunitychicago.org/

Josh and Jordan recap their night attending a Goose concert together (sort of) at The Salt Shed, as Yoel tries to wrap his head around why anyone would want to stand and listen to live music for 3 hours. Meanwhile, Aaron drops in to answer questions about his upcoming film, 'Not If I See You First', which J3 executive produced.

Bob and Debbie Hartman stop by to tell the story of their upbringings, long-distance courtship and deep involvement with Chicago's Jewish community. Highlights include tales of Cliff Huxtable, the Reichman family, Gianni Versace and many more.