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Let's Talk LauderdaleFrom Cleveland to Lauderdale: Jen’s StoryJen pulls back the curtain on what really brought her family to Fort Lauderdale: a handshake deal, a cargo ship that never came, and a dad who believed in big dreams. She paints a vivid picture of growing up at the beach, where summer meant ice cream at Howard Johnson’s and adventure in every day. From surviving summer with four siblings in a hotel to thriving through cultural shocks (private vs. public schools!), Jen’s memories paint Broward County in rich detail.Listeners get an insider’s tour of landmark local traditions: from scooping ice cream at Atl...
2025-07-3126 minLet's Talk LauderdaleRediscovering Fort Lauderdale with Marv and JenLet’s Talk Lauderdale kicks off with Marv and Jen, two longtime residents, reminiscing about Fort Lauderdale’s transformation from a spring break haven to a bustling economic hub. They share personal stories—Jen’s high school adventures on the Strip, Marv’s college days in West Palm Beach—and discuss how life, work, and family have changed their relationship with the city. The duo sets out to rediscover local landmarks like the Jungle Queen and Mai Kai, as well as places they’ve never visited, such as the Bonnet House.Listeners can expect stories about Lauderdale’s past, the chal...
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The Borscht Belt TattlerThe Borscht Belt in Pop Culture with Sarene LeedsWelcome back to the Borscht Belt! Sarene Leeds (@sareneleedswrites) is a a seasoned journalist who built her career covering TV, pop culture, health, wellness, parenting and general lifestyle subjects. She has been published in The Wall Street Journal, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, Glamour, Vulture and countless other outlets. On today's show she shares how her parents met at the Raleigh in 1967 and how she spent every Passover in the Catskills from 1983-1997. To learn more about Sarene, sign up for her newsletter HERE.Help the actors and writers get a fair and equitable d...
2023-09-111h 04The Borscht Belt TattlerAllen Frishman - Tales From A Catskill Mountain PlumberWelcome to episode 97 of The BBT! In this installment, we are in conversation with Allen Frishman, the Archival Officer for the Catskills Borscht Belt Museum. Allen has lived his entire life in Sullivan County where both his grandparents owned bungalow colonies. He ran a business creating architectural scale models for developers and builders, and for 24 years, he was the Code Enforcement Officer for the town of Fallsburg.The many artifacts he saved from destruction during those years form one of the most significant collections of Borscht Belt ephemera. He is the author of two books, Tales of...
2023-09-041h 06The Borscht Belt TattlerThe Borscht Belt: A Slice of Americana with Dr. Peter Alan ChesterJoin us in this captivating episode as we dive into the world of the Borscht Belt with a true bank of knowledge, Dr. Peter Alan Chester. Peter has spent much of his life working in public education, but his affiliation with the Borscht Belt began in 1958, when his family spent their first summer at The Grand Mountain Hotel in Greenfield Park. At 9, he was the hotel’s newspaper boy; at 11 a busboy in the children’s dining room and at 14 he became a waiter. Peter also worked at The Concord, Grossingers and the Aladdin, where he was captain and late...
2023-08-281h 42The Borscht Belt TattlerAs Seen on TV: The Borscht Belt and the Unapologetic Jewish WomanToday we're chatting with Dr. Samantha Pickette, professor and author of “Peak TV’s Unapologetic Jewish Woman: Exploring Jewish Female Representation in Contemporary Television Comedy”.Samantha is an Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies and the Assistant Director of the Schusterman Center for Jewish Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. She specializes in American Jewish literature, film, and popular culture. Get her book HERE. Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn mo...
2023-08-2145 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerLess Than Kosher - BBT MinisodeWelcome to a BBT Minisode!As we continue to grow and evolve, The Borscht Belt Tattler is excited to share conversations with our favorite comedians, content creators and entertainers who best exemplify the values of the Borscht Belt. Get ready for this fun, entertaining, and psychedelic minisode featuring Shaina Silver-Baird and Michael Goldlist, writer and creators of Less Than Kosher which recently made its world premiere at the Toronto Jewish Film Festival. In this musical comedy cross between Shiva Baby and The Jazz Singer, Shaina and Michael have created a delightful story about m...
2023-08-1640 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerSinger Spotlight: Music, Passion and Fashion with Patti Greco SunshineGet ready for Borscht Belt royalty with Patti Greco Sunshine.To find out where Patti is performing next head to pattigrecosunshine.comShop for one of a kind bohemian fashions at The Funky Hippy Chic Boutique. Located at 679 Resorts World Drive in Monticello, NY.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-08-1425 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerLive on Location with Barbara Hoff of Top Shelf Jewelry, Ellenville NYFrom ice shows at the Fallsview to Top Shelf on Canal Street, please enjoy this interview with Barbara Hoff.To shop the Top Shelf Jewelry Collention, click HERE.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-08-0738 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Stevensville Country Club with Rachel CunninghamSpotlight on the Stevensville Country Club in Swan Lake, NY.It was a summer of firsts: first boyfriends, first jobs. A perfect mix of young and old, American and International guests and staff. The Stevensville for Rachel Cunningham was a sense of community with family by blood and by choice and friendships that lasted a lifetime. See you at Borscht Belt Fest!Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, f...
2023-07-242h 21The Borscht Belt TattlerComical Chronicles at Kutsher's with Talia ReeseWanna know what really happens in the Borscht Belt after Shabbos?Let the laughter light your way here. ❤️Join me in conversation with special guest, comedian Talia Reese as we look back on her favorite memories of Kutsher's Country Club. Follow and support Talia HERE.📢 AND CALLING ALL #COMEDY FANS: Catch Talia in the opening night of The Chosen Comedy Festival which is taking place where Jewish humor originated – the Borscht Belt! Get your tickets HERE. 👉🏻 Reserve a hotel room now at The Kartrite Resort and Indoor Waterpark and use promo code CHOSEN for 25...
2023-07-1755 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: The Concord Hotel with Riva White and Darcy HammermanSwimming lessons with Buster Crabbe. The Coed Concord Mafia. A little hanky panky. And friendships to last a lifetime. It could be made for Hollywood but it was all very real. Riva White and Darcy Hammerman share their memories of the Concord Hotel.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-07-101h 19The Borscht Belt TattlerRobin Rabinowitz and Heidi Shaw - Woodland Bungalow ColonyThe Borscht Belt Tattler is officially open for the summer season. Episode 89 is taking you on a journey to Woodland Bungalow Colony in Woodbourne, New York. Get a taste of the Bungalow life with Robin and Heidi! Meet me at Borscht Belt Fest this summer! Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-07-0334 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerGerri Winchell Findley | Panorama Magazine: The Catskills Guide to Vacation PleasureIn this captivating episode of The Borscht Belt Tattler, joinGerri Winchell Findley as she takes us on a mesmerizing journey through her time in the Borscht Belt. Geri shares stories about her parents, Danny and Judy Winchell. Danny had an extensive background in the entertainment Industry. He was a music manager, promoter, song plugger, tunesmith, crooner and self proclaimed minstrel. He was married to the love of his life, Judy, an artist, entrepreneur, and publisher of Panorama Magazine. Get to know the Winchell's and get ready to be transported back in time to those magical moments.
2023-06-261h 13The Borscht Belt TattlerLaura Shapiro - Sullivan's of LibertyIn this episode, we sit down with Laura Shapiro, who witnessed the bustling heart of Liberty in its heyday. Sullivan’s was a department store that that was owned and operated by Laura’s father and uncle, Irving and Sidney Shapiro. What started as an Army and Navy surplus store turned into a local institution that boomed with Sullivan County’s hotel industry.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, f...
2023-06-1250 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerThe Catskills Borscht Belt MuseumHappy Memorial Day! Are you ready for the party of the summer?In this episode, I chat with the team team behind the Catskills Borscht Belt Museum. Andrew Jacobs, Robin Cohen Kauffman, Dr. Peter Alan Chester and Allen Frishman share their journey and evolution of the Catskills Borscht Belt Museum project. We talk about the evolution of the project, some of challenges they've faced, and the innovative ideas that have propelled them to finally break ground at their future home at 90 canal street in Ellenville. You can learn more about The Catskills Borscht Belt Museum...
2023-05-2939 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerShowbiz 101 with Howard Rapp and Arnold GrahamFor over 50 years, Howard and Arnold have made show business their business. In its heyday, Charles Rapp Enterprises was the biggest entertainment booking agency for all of the resorts and bungalow colonies. Join me in conversation with Howard and Arnold of NYK Rapp as they look back and share their favorite memories of working and booking entertainment in the Borscht Belt. Upcoming Events:Thursday May 25, 2023 @ 4:30 pm - Don't miss the first historical marker dedication at Ethelbert B Crawford Public Library. www.maytheborschtbewithyou.orgSaturday July 29, 2023 - Borscht Belt Fest hits El...
2023-05-151h 31The Borscht Belt TattlerEsther and Danny Appel - Crescent Lake Bungalow Colony and Day CampOur conversation with Esther and Danny Appel. Listen to how they came to be part owners of Crescent Lake Bungalow Colony and Day Camp and helped create summer memories to last a lifetime. Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-05-0154 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerChatting with Teaneck's #1 Trumpeter Jordan HirschChatting with our favorite Trumpet player, Jordan Hirsch! Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-03-272h 05The Borscht Belt TattlerMemories of Kutsher's and Brickman Hotel with Crystal and Pedro Tweed!Meet the Tweeds!Get to know the Tweeds from Monticello, New York.Pedro Tweed was born in Dominican Republic and now resides in Monticello, New York where he worked at the Brickman Hotel and has been coaching gymnastics and martial arts for the past 30 years. He is married to actress and model Crystal Tweed who got her first job working as a babysitter at Kutsher's. When she is not on a film set, Crystal and Pedro run Tweed's Gymnastics and host Tweed Talks, their weekly streaming talk show. Click HERE for more information about Tweed's G...
2023-03-2054 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerLarry Burday - Camp BeaumontChatting with special guest Larry Burday about Camp Beaumont (1964-1982), his family's summer camp in Parksville, New York. Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-03-131h 10The Borscht Belt TattlerZiggie Stern - Those Magic MountainsEpisode 80 with Ziggie Stern! Enjoy the conversation and be a part of the action. Send me a message if you want to appear on a future episode!Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-03-0653 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerEddy Portnoy | YIVOEddy Portnoy from YIVO joins us on the pod this week!Eddy is an expert on Jewish popular culture and currently holds the position of Academic Advisor and Director of Exhibitions at the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. At YIVO, Eddy helps illuminate Jewish history and culture through physical exhibits, events and presentations. He is also the author of the bestselling book Bad Rabbi And Other Strange but True Stories from the Yiddish Press. Please check out YIVO.org for more information on their research and upcoming programs. Support the showDon't forget...
2023-02-2752 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerDavid Hantman - Memories of MonticelloBorn and raised in Monticello, NY, David Hantman recalls coming of age in the Borscht Belt, landing his first job at the Concord at the age of 16 and what it was like to work at the largest hotel in the region. Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-02-2055 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerJosh Nadel - Shimmy the Pickle KingMy guest today is Josh Nadel and his family has been pickling for over three generations. It began with his grandfather, Shimmy the Pickle King, who started out making pickles in his basement. Shimmy sold his pickles at many of the Bungalow Colonies in the Catskill Mountains, and to various farmers markets under the company name, Shimmy's Pickles. 50 years later, Josh is carrying on that same tradition. To get your pickles, check out the entire product line and to see where the Doc will be next, head to DocPickle.com!
2023-02-1328 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerJake Ehrenreich - A Jew Grows In BrooklynMy conversation with multitalented musician, singer, and storyteller Jake Ehrenreich. Head to jakeehrenreich.com for more information.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-02-0649 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBart Charlow - Charlow's Hotel IrvingtonMy conversation with Bart Charlow about his family's hotel, Charlow's Hotel Irvington of South Fallsburg, NY. Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-01-3056 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerStand-Up Spotlight: Comedy, Courage and Chutzpah with Mark SchiffComedian, actor and writer Mark Schiff is on the show today. His new book of humorous essays, “Why Not? Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah” is now available on Amazon. I had a blast chatting with Mark about his five decades performing standup comedy, growing up in the Bronx, moving to LA and summer camp memories in the Catskills. Check out Mark's upcoming performance dates at markschiff.com.Click Here to listen and subscribe to his podcast, You Don't Know Schiff. Support the showDon't forget to rate, re...
2023-01-2349 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerMay the Borscht Be With you: Borscht Belt Historical Marker ProjectMarisa Scheinfeld and Louis Inghilterra make our Borscht dreams come true. Check out maytheborschtbewithyou.com and borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org to learn more about the historical markers, subscribe to the newsletter and stay up to date on the project. Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2023-01-1643 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerStand-Up Spotlight: A Very Borscht Belt Holiday Special with Lisa Geduldig, Kung Pao Kosher ComedyWelcome to a very special holiday edition of The Borscht Belt Tattler.On today's show we chat with comedian Lisa Geduldig who is the creator and host of Kung Pao Kosher Comedy. Kung Pao is an institution in San Francisco and one of the city’s longest-running comedy shows. For the last 30 years, Lisa has been producing and performing in this show that has boasted a Who’s Who of Jewish comedians including the late greats Henny Youngman, Shelley Berman, and David Brenner. Check out koshercomedy.com to learn more about Lisa and buy your in pers...
2022-12-0543 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerAlphonso Gilmore - Law and Order: Sullivan CountyYour mid week Borscht Belt fix is here and our guest is a former sheriff of South Fallsburg, New York. Alphonso Ray Gilmore was born in South Carolina but his family moved to Woodridge, New York, in search of a better life, escaping violence and the Jim Crow Laws that enforced racial segregation. Growing up in Sullivan County, Al served his community as Sheriff for 25 years and for 30 years in the transportation and safety department. He speaks of his home with such admiration and respect you will love his stories about working at Kutsher’s, talking about Woodstock and of...
2022-11-091h 35The Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Talk with David Gold, author of Real Catskill JewsChatting with David Gold, author of Real Catskill Jews: Memories of Small-Town Life in Twentieth-Century America.Buy the book HERE.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2022-11-0753 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerComedy Chronicles: Bruce CharetFrom Brooklyn to Beverly Hills: it's Bruce Charet, current scribe at the Friars Club veteran producer, entertainment manager and philanthropist. Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2022-11-0244 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerAvi Hoffman | Y I Love JewishEpisode 68 with our favorite Bronx Boychik, Avi Hoffman, an internationally known actor, who specializes in Jewish culture and Yiddish theater. His long-running “Too Jewish” trilogy has been seen by millions on PBS and in venues around the world. He has produced and presented shows throughout North America, Europe and Israel. International Festivals include Romania, Poland, New York, Toronto, Montreal, Tel-Aviv and other European cities and countries. He was recently awarded Congressional recognition, was invited to the Vatican to meet Pope Francis and was inducted into the Bronx Jewish Hall of Fame for his lifetime work advancing Jewish culture, Yiddishkayt and...
2022-10-3148 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerDavid Fishof | Rock CampAre you ready to rock? Episode 67 is here to help! This week's double dose of chutzpah features David Fishof, the founder and CEO of Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp and I'm joined by special guest co-host Steve Gold of Yesteryearwear. David is a music producer, sports agent, author and the founder and CEO of Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp. In 2021, David's life was told in the documentary Rock Camp: The Movie and while reciting his entire resume would require a separate episode in itself, we know you will love listening to David recall some of hi...
2022-10-2645 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerStand-Up Spotlight: Eddie BrillWelcome to Episode 66 with veteran stand-up comedian, Eddie Brill.For 17 years he served as the audience warm-up comic for the late show with David Letterman and for 11 of those years, he was the Stand-Up Comedy Talent Coordinator. In our conversation, Eddie chats with me about his earliest Borscht Belt connection, he reflects on his unplanned career in comedy and how to overcome setbacks. Get to know Eddie HEREListen to his podcast, The Break w/Eddie Brill HEREWatch and learn more about the Chitlin Circuit in Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley HERE
2022-10-2454 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerStand-Up Spotlight: Cory KahaneyMy conversation with actress, writer and comedian Cory Kahaney. We chat about about her earliest connection to the borscht belt, the first comedy show she ever saw there and how she continued to entertain in the few remaining bungalow colonies after most of the big hotels closed (which also inspired her play “Pastrami on Rye with Mayo). Learn about Cory HERE: Follow Cory on Instagram: @ckahaney Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, foll...
2022-10-2051 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerComedian Chronicles: Remembering Lou Menchell with Ivan MenchellLou Menchell was an American comedian and Borcht Belt regular who used Yiddish humor in his inpersonations, songs and standup act. Enjoy my conversation with his son, Emmy-nominated producer and writer Ivan Menchell, as he gives us a glimpse into his father's career. Listen to Lou Menchell, The Most Consistently Funny Comedian HERE.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
2022-10-1737 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Talk with author Jerold GreenfieldSitting down with Jerry Greenfield, author of “He Lost It in the Catskills.” Jerry Greenfield’s story is based on his actual experience of working as a waiter and busboy in the Borscht Belt for over ten summers. This book will bring back memories for anyone who spent summers in the area. Even if you’ve never been there, if you're looking for your next great read, this is still an episode you don’t want to miss. "He Lost It In the Catskills" by Jerry Greenfield is now available for purchase HERE Support th...
2022-10-1233 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerSam Sadigursky | The Solomon DiariesHappy (Canadian) Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for today's guest, Sam Sadigursky who dropped in earlier this year to chat about The Solomon Diaries, a set of new music inspired by the dramatic rise and fall of the Borscht Belt.Get to know Sam HERE. Listen to The Solomon Diaries HERE.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Share your Borscht Belt Story and use #borschtbelt in your posts. Support the show.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
2022-10-1042 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBarry Lewis | Classic CatskillsAre you ready to double up on your Borscht? Here's episode 61 with Barry Lewis. Barry is the former editor of the Times Herald-Record, where he worked for 20 years and wrote a weekly column about his life in the Catskills, and working at the various hotels as a busboy, waiter and pool manager. On today’s show, we dive into some of his favorite memories and his work chronicling and preserving the local history of the Catskills.You can watch all of Barry's Classic Catskills interviews HERE.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Ins...
2022-10-051h 08The Borscht Belt TattlerStand-Up Spotlight: Joey NovickWe're back (finally) and chatting with Comedian Joey Novick.Joey Novick is a professional stand-up comedian with appearances on MTV, Comedy Central and Rascal’s Comedy Hour. He's appeared at hundreds of comedy clubs across the US and Canada, and opened in concert at comedy clubs for Jerry Seinfeld, Robert Klein, David Brenner, Lewis Black, and Paul Reiser. You can seem Joey next at Catskills on the Delaware, his monthly show at The Borscht Belt Deli. Get your tickets HERE. Love what we're doing? Want to help? Here are the top 5 things you can do...
2022-10-031h 14The Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Talk with author Andrea SimonMy conversation with writer and photographer Andrea. Based in New York City, Andrea has devoted her efforts in the last several years to fiction and literary nonfiction, which includes her published memoir/history, Bashert: A Granddaughter’s Holocaust Quest, and her novel-in-stories, Floating in the Neversink, a coming of age story in the Catskill mountains. Get to know Andrea and check out her website andreasimon.netLove what we're doing? Want to help? Here are the top 5 things you can do right now: Follow us on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Subscribe so you don...
2022-07-2550 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Sha-wan-ga Lodge with Gary DanIt was vacationing at its best. Gary Dan is here to chat about Sha-wan-ga Lodge, his family's hotel from 1923-1972. And check out the massive tribute page Gary started with his late father Abby Dan at shawanga.com. Love what we're doing? Want to help?Here's how you can help us in our our mission to keep the keep the Borscht Belt alive: Follow us on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Subscribe so you don't miss upcoming episodes!Leave us a rating and review to let others know how we're doing. Share your Borscht Bel...
2022-07-181h 19The Borscht Belt TattlerLive from the Homowack Lodge - ABC-TV's Barry MitchellBarry Mitchell is the Emmy-winning TV producer, comedy writer and musician known to millions of viewers as "Accordion Guy". His scathingly clever parodies and original songs have been featured on ABC-TV's World News Now, CNN Newsnight and ABC-TV's Primetime Live. As a sketch actor he's been seen on NBC Saturday Night Live, Caroline's Comedy Hour and Late Night with Conan O'Brien.Today we chat about his early beginnings at Homowack Lodge, his 20+ years performing standup comedy and of course the World News Now Polka. Enjoy this special episode with Barry Mitchell and visit barryfunny.com to learn mo...
2022-07-1150 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerConcord Tennis Pro Steve WhiteTennis anyone?Chatting with Steve White about growing up and working at the Concord. We look at the past and discuss possibilities for Sullivan County's future. Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, host of the BBT and your Urban Yenta!We've partnered with Yesteryear Wear to bring you some fun summer merch! Check it out here and use code 15BORSCHT to save 15 % off your order.Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe so you don't miss upcoming episodes...
2022-07-0444 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Commodore of South Fallsburg w/ Burt WaldbaumBefore Light founded Gentle World, a spiritual vegan community, his name was Burt Waldbaum. Burt grew up and worked in South Fallsburg where his mother and stepfather, Anne and Lou Cohen, owned the Hotel Commodore. On today’s show we chat about all of the places he worked, the celebrities he checked in and Gentle World, his vegan non -profit organization that operates educational centres in Hawaii and New Zealand. Learn more about Gentle World. Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, host of the BBT...
2022-06-2737 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Talk: Vicki Delany | Deadly Summer Nights: A Catskills Summer Resort MysteryWho's ready for a summer Borscht Belt Book Pick?My conversation with Canadian mystery novelist Vicki Delany. Her Catskill Summer Resort Series is now available wherever books are sold. Learn more about Vicki at vickidelany.comBuy the book! Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, host of the BBT and your Urban Yenta!We've partnered with Yesteryear Wear to bring you some fun summer merch! Check it out here and use code 15BORSCHT to save 15 % o...
2022-06-2033 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerComedy Chronicles: Remembering Buddy Hackett with Sandy HackettMy conversation with Producer/Director/Actor/Writer/Comedian Sandy Hackett. For more information on Sandy and his upcoming projects visit sandyhackett.com.Today’s Sponsor:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, host of the BBT and your Urban Yenta!We've partnered with Yesteryear Wear to bring you some fun summer merc...
2022-06-1344 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Remembering The "G" with Albert RosenblattWhat was it like to work for a hotel in the Borscht Belt? From 1954 to 1960 Judge Albert Rosenblatt paid his way through college and law school by working, mostly as a bellhop, at Grossinger’s. We chat about these treasured years and his fond memories of the beloved "G". Today’s Sponsor:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get...
2022-06-061h 06The Borscht Belt TattlerMark Kutsher | Kutsher's CultureWe are celebrating our one year podversary with the one that started it all (for us anyways).My conversation with Mark Kutsher, the son of Milton and Helen Kutsher, who owned and operated Kutsher's Country Club, the longest running Borscht Belt resort in the Catskills mountains.Today’s Sponsor:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get...
2022-05-301h 53The Borscht Belt TattlerTales from a Tummler: Paul "Crazy Tyrone" Krohn | A Life Defined by LaughterFor over 20 years, Paul "Krazy Tyrone" Krohn honed his entertainment skills and worked as a Tummler at the various hotels in the Borscht Belt. Join us in our conversation about Jackie Mason, Pickle Ball and life at Kutsher's Country Club in Monticello, New York. Today’s Sponsor:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, host...
2022-05-2339 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Hotel Brickman with Patti Posner DabooshFor 72 years, the Hotel Brickman was a vacation fun center for the entire family.Today's guest is Patti Posner Daboosh, who started working in her family's hotel at the age of 15. Patti is sharing her memories from the lobby, the lessons of running a kitchen and the great years and great times of the Brickman Hotel.Join us for more conversation at the Summers at The Brickman Hotel Facebook Page.Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your...
2022-05-161h 15The Borscht Belt TattlerDr. Kenneth Winarick and Dr. Daniel Winarick | The Concord Resort HotelJoin Dr. Kenneth Winarick and Dr. Daniel Winarick, grandson and great grandson of Arthur Winarick, a former barber and Russian immigrant who founded the Concord, the largest of all the Borscht Belt resorts and one of the world's largest resort hotels in it's hey day. Today’s Sponsor:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, h...
2022-05-0945 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerJosh Garfin | Remembering Howard "Speedy" Garfin and The Garfin GatheringJosh Garfin is here to share memories of his father, Howard "Speedy" Garfin, a popular musician who entertained guests for obver 40 years. Today’s Sponsor:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, host of the podcast and your Urban Yenta! Love what we're doing? Show some extra support through our Buy Me A...
2022-05-0249 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Kutsher's Country Club with David HilfsteinBig confessions. Shocking testimonials. Ice Dancing.The episode that has it all. I'm dreaming and scheming with Actor and Storyteller David Hilfstein. Today’s Sponsor: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know Jen, host of the podcast and your Urban Yenta! Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and su...
2022-04-2554 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Club: The Imperfect Storm: From Henry Street To HollywoodMy conversation with Howard Storm, actor, standup comic, improv teacher and prolific television director with deep ties to the Borscht Belt. Read about Howard's amazing career and buy his book, The Imperfect Storm, From Henry Street To Hollywood.Learn about the film, Eye Of The Storm, by Brooke Harris Wolff. Today’s Sponsor: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials!Instagram | Face...
2022-04-1848 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerFrom Broadway to Borscht Belt: Saturday Night At Grossinger's with Stephen ColeI would like one musical about the Borscht Belt please.Musical theatre writer Stephen Cole is here to discuss his connection to the Borscht Belt and his show Saturday Night At Grossinger’s. Get to know Stephen and his projects here: https://www.stephencolewriter.org/Grab your tickets and information for Saturday Night at Grossinger’s here: https://www.sonomaartslive.org/ Today’s Sponsor: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-84...
2022-04-111h 20The Borscht Belt TattlerComedy Chronicles: Bob Kosch | When Comedy Went to SchoolWhy are there so many Jewish comedians?The 2003 documentary "When Comedy Went To School" not only answers this decades old question but is a must watch for any Borscht Belt Comedy fan. Executive Producer Bob Kosch is here to chat about the film and he's sharing his latest projects with his production company Greater Good Media. Learn about the film, When Comedy Went To School.Get to know Bob and his upcoming projects with Greater Good Media. Today’s Sponsor: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan ca...
2022-04-0435 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerTales from the Tummler: Steve Max | Master of Simon SezThe spirit of the Borscht Belt Tummler is alive (and coming to an arena near you).From Balloon animals to becoming a man, Steve shares his memories of working in the Borscht Belt and how it inspires his work today.Learn all about Steve and watch him in action at stevemax.com Today’s Sponsor: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattle...
2022-03-2854 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerFrom the Catskills to the Berkshires w/ Alan Katz of The MountainsGet to know Alan Katz, the brains and creative genius behind The Mountains, a brand new magazine and website devoted to everything amazing in the region! Coming this Summer, 2022! Follow The Mountains on IG: @themountainsmediaSign up for their newsletter on their website: themountainsmedia.com Today’s Sponsor: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials!
2022-03-2242 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerAlan Katz | The MountainsGet to know Alan Katz, the brains and creative genius behind The Mountains, a brand new magazine and website devoted to everything amazing in the region! Follow The Mountains on IG: @themountainsmediaSign up for their newsletter on their website: themountainsmedia.com Today’s Sponsor: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterFollow and get to know...
2022-03-2142 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBarry Levinson and Catskill Skiing HistoryToday’s guest is Catskill Ski Historian Barry Levinson. A long-time member of the ski industry, Barry shares his memories and stories of growing up and learning to ski in his hometown of Monticello, New York. Get to know Barry and learn more about Catskill Skiing History: @catskill_skiing_history Visit some of our favorite mountains and get ahead on your planning for next winter:Holiday MountainHunter Mountain Windham Mountain Today’s Sponsors: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of min...
2022-03-141h 09The Borscht Belt TattlerStand-Up Spotlight: Bob GreenbergToday’s guest is actor and comedian Bob Greenberg. We cover a lot of ground including his childhood summers at the Raleigh, performing the borscht circuit and being conceived in a Kuchalayn (if you know, you know).Follow Bob on Instagram: @bobgreenbergactorcomicClick here for tickets to Catskills on the Delaware, a live monthly comedy show at the Borscht Belt Deli.Watch Tango Shalom! Today’s Sponsors: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and...
2022-03-071h 10The Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt x Broadway: Maggie and Hayley Samen: Stage Door Part 2Part two of our Stage Door Manor series. Learn what to pack and how to prepare for a summer at Stage Door Manor with Maggie and Hayley Samen.Learn more about Stage Door Manor: www.stagedoormanor.com/Explore their year round classes: www.stagedoormanoronline.comToday’s Sponsors: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO. Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at yesteryearwear.com Follow o...
2022-02-281h 01The Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt x Broadway: Cindy Samuelson - Stage Door Manor (Part 1)Stagedoor Manor is a performing arts summer camp that sits on the site of the Karmel Hotel, a once popular borscht belt resort in Loch Sheldrake, New York. While the hotel succumbed to the decline of the borscht belt era, Carl and Elsie Samuelson saw endless potential and built a performing arts camp like no other. Since 1976, Stage Door Manor has become the leading performing arts summer camp where young performers of all levels can find expression and learn all about the theatre from leading professionals in the industry. In the first of a two part series, g...
2022-02-211h 12The Borscht Belt TattlerUnderground Ellenville: Chatting with Love, Velma owner Nick GordonGet ready to discover Ellenville with local resident and business owner Nick Gordon. In our conversation we chat about Nick's love for the borscht belt, why he opened a speakeasy in his basement during the pandemic and how he's breathing new life into the area while paying tribute to the hotels of yesteryear. Learn more about Nick and book your stay at the Mod House of Ellenville - www.upstatemodhouse.comToday’s Sponsors: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and...
2022-02-1456 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerComedy Chronicles: Remembering Dick Shawn with Wendy Shawn TravoltaToday on The Borscht Belt Tattler, I chat with Wendy Shawn Travolta, daughter of Dick Shawn, a brilliant and one of a kind comedian who is best remembered for his roles as Sylvester Marcus from Stanley Kramer's It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (1963) and Lorenzo St. DuBois in Mel Brooks' The Producers (1968). In our conversation, Wendy s shares many stories including the start of his career in the Catskills, the comics who were influenced by his work and her close relationship with her father. Enjoy! Today’s Sponsors: True Freedom – Find out how a True...
2022-02-071h 12The Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: The Concord Resort Hotel with Bob HarveyGet to know Bob Harvey, the resident folksinger at the Concord Hotel.Today’s Sponsors: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO. Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at yesteryearwear.com Follow us on socials!Instagram | Facebook | TwitterSupport the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on social...
2022-01-3159 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerDay and Night: Returning to the Borscht Belt with Photographer Isaac JeffreysGet ready for an adventure. Photographer Isaac Jeffreys has been taking photos of the abandoned resorts for the last 5 years. Listen and discover why he's determined to uncover the pieces of the past and why he's passionate about sharing his findings with the world. Follow Isaac on IG: @isaacjeffreysToday’s Sponsors: True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO. Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at yester...
2022-01-241h 04The Borscht Belt TattlerBlack Identity in the Catskills: Dr. Myra Young Armstead and Bethsheba YoungAt 95 years old, Bethsheba Young and her daughter Dr. Myra Young Armstead are here to discuss their experience of growing up and living in South Fallsburg, New York. Dr. Myra Young Armstead is Professor of Historical Studies at Bard College who is the author of several books including Mighty Change, Tall Within: Black Identity in the Hudson Valley. Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15...
2022-01-171h 27The Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Club: Maybe It's Me: On being the Wrong Kind of Woman with author Eileen PollackEileen Pollack is no stranger to the Catskills. She grew up in Liberty New York and has spent a good portion of her career writing about it. She earned a BS in physics from Yale and n MFA in fiction from the University of Iowa. She is the award-winning author of nine books of fiction and nonfiction, her latest, Maybe It's Me: On being the Wrong Kind of Woman is out on 1-25-22. I was so excited to chat with her about her book, growing up in Liberty and what it means...
2022-01-1053 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Club: You Can Go Home Now with Michael EliasIt's our last episode of 2021! Michael Elias is an award-winning writer, actor and director. He chats with Jen about growing up in the Borscht Belt, working and performing in the hotels, the inspiration behind his beautiful play, The Catskill Sonata, and his new novel, You Can Go Now.Learn more about Michael and buy his book! www.michaeleliaswriter.comToday’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WAN...
2021-12-201h 01The Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Life at the Delano Hotel with Marvin RappaportMarvin Rappaport is here and he's sharing his memories of growing up in the Catskills. Learn what it was like to grow up at The Delano Hotel, which was owned and operated by his grandparents. Listen to the Borscht Belt interviews at The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library: ebcpl.org/interviews2 Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at yestery...
2021-12-1351 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerA Nostalgic Journey Through the Borscht Belt with Stanley DarerJen goes on a nostalgic journey with Stanley Darer. Even after all these years, Stanley's memories and recollections of his time in the Borscht Belt inspired him to teach a class at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at NC State University.For more information on the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: osherfoundation.orgToday’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at ww...
2021-12-061h 03The Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Kutsher's Country Club with special guest George ShawJen chats with George Shaw about growing up in Monticello, working at Kutsher's with his family, and the impact this experience had on his life.Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at https://onendone.us/ or1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at https://www.yesteryearwear.com/**************************SHOW INFORMATION:**************************Instagram | Facebook | Twitter: @borschtbeltpodSupport the showDon't f...
2021-11-2947 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Stage Masters: "Givens and Sweetie" with Jimmy GivensJimmy Givens, "The Doctor of Musicology" is here! He's sharing his memories of working and performing in the Borscht Belt alongside his parents, Givens and Sweetie, a popular a husband and wife duo who played many of the hotels and bungalow colonies. You can find out more about Jimmy here: https://www.jimmygivens.com/Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at https://onendone.us/ or1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order w...
2021-11-221h 00The Borscht Belt TattlerMountain Memories with Marc SwitkoMarc Switko is a Sullivan County-based musician and therapist who grew up in the Borscht Belt. His grandparents started out as local Jewish farmers who later ran small hotels. Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at https://onendone.us/ or1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at https://www.yesteryearwear.com/**************************SHOW INFORMATION:**************************Instagram | Facebook | Twitter: @borschtbeltpodSupport the showDo...
2021-11-151h 03The Borscht Belt TattlerPEP: Planned Entertainment Productions with Mort SegalThere’s no business like show business (in the Borscht Belt, anyway) and Mort Segal is sharing his memories of working for his father’s entertainment booking company, Planned Entertainment Productions (PEP). Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at https://onendone.us/ or1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at https://www.yesteryearwear.com/**************************SHOW INFORMATION:**************************Instagram | Facebook | Twitter: @borschtbeltpod
2021-11-011h 30The Borscht Belt TattlerBasketball, Brooksfilms and the Borscht Belt with Randy AuerbachRandy Auerbach joins Jen Stewart to chat about her summers growing up and working at Kutsher's Country Club in Monticello, New York. Enjoy listening to her memories of her father, famed NBA Celtic Coach Red Auerbach, and her experiences working with Mel Brooks at Brooksfilms. Today’s Sponsors:Onendone.us-The best nationwide independent source for true freedom membership service plans. Go to onendone.us or1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at Yesteryearwear.com**************************SHOW INFORMATION:**************************Instagram: @borschtbeltpodFacebook: @borschtbeltpodTwitter: @borschtbeltpodSuppo...
2021-10-2549 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerWhat's Canada got to do with it? with Simcha RaphaelFrom 1969-1972 Simcha Raphael spent his summers and holidays working in the dining room at Kutsher's Country Club.I sit down with Simcha to discuss his tales from the dining room, the friendships that blossomed and how his mother, Rose Paull was responsible for bringing the Catskills to Canada.Today’s Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at Yesteryearwear.com**************************SHO...
2021-10-1848 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerReimagining The Borscht Belt with Louis InghilterraThe Borscht Belt Resort: Coming soon in 2025?Ok. So the title of this episode *might* be a little clickbaity. But I assure you. Louis Inghilterra is the real deal.A self proclaimed "vintage soul", Louis is a 22 year old interior architecture student who's been exploring and studying the Borscht Belt since he was 10 years old. For his latest independent study project, he recreated Grossinger's in a 3D digital model. I was so excited to have him on to discuss his project and to nerd out with a fellow Borscht Belt super fan.F...
2021-10-1139 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerMidnight at The Chalet Disco with Steven VeglianteEpisode 19 is is here! Join me in conversation with Town of Fallsburg Supervisor Steve Vegilante and listen to exclusive stories from The Chalet, aka the “Studio 54” of the Catskills.Purchase your very own Chalet shirt here!**************************SHOW INFORMATION:**************************Instagram | Facebook | Twitter: @borschtbeltpodCheck out our sponsor! Use code "borschtbelt15" and save 15% on your order!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/borschtbeltpod Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about...
2021-10-0443 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: The Pines Resort Hotel with Cliff ErlichChatting with Cliff Ehrlich of The Pines Resort Hotel. Purchase your very own Pines shirt here! Save 20% off using code "sonnyliston20". **********SHOW INFORMATION:Instagram | Facebook | Twitter: @borschtbeltpodCheck out our sponsor! Use code "borschtbelt15" and save 15% on your order!Buy us an egg cream and support future episodes of the show!Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow he...
2021-09-2731 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerIn Retrospect with John Conway, Sullivan County HistorianMy chat with John Conway, the authoritative voice on the history of Sullivan County.Purchase John's latest book here. Click here to read his weekly column at the Sullivan County Democrat. **********SHOW INFORMATIONInstagram | Facebook | Twitter: @borschtbeltpodWebsite: https://borschtbeltpod.buzzsprout.com/Sponsor: https://www.yesteryearwear.com/Buy us an egg cream, helps upgrade our equipment and support future episodes of the show!Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | T...
2021-09-2049 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Talk: Marcy McCreary - The Disappearance of Trudy SolomonKicking off the Fall edition of the Borscht Belt Tattler is Marcy McCreary, author of The Disappearance of Trudy Solomon.Purchase Marcy’s book here. Follow Marcy on Instagram: @marcymccrearyauthor**********SHOW INFORMATIONInstagram/FB/Twitter: @borschtbeltpodWebsite: borschtbeltpod.buzzsprout.com Check out yesteryearwear.com and use code "urbanyenta15" to get 15% off your orderSupport the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen...
2021-09-1332 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerTales of a Tummler and his Family: Larry and Shelly StricklerOur season finale is here and we couldn’t find a more perfect way to end the summer than with Larry and Shelly Strickler.From beach chair politics, Bette Midler’s debut at Brickman Hotel to the art of Tummling and entertaining guests at Kutsher’s, the Strickler’s will take you on a nostalgic journey like no other! Your Weekly To-Do’s:Learn more about Larry and Shelly: https://starringthestricklers.com/Book a stay at The Eldred Preserve: https://theeldredpreserve.com/Check out this classic performance by Mal Z. Lawrence: https://www.youtube...
2021-09-061h 09The Borscht Belt TattlerBroadway to Borscht Belt: Matt Lenz, In the Works, In the WoodsTheatre director Matt Lenz drops by to chat about "In the Works, In the Woods" a new theatre festival happening in Sullivan County at the Forestburgh Playhouse from September 9-12! Your Weekly To-Do’s https://www.mattlenzdirector.com/https://www.mattlenzdirector.com/Get your ITW Passport: https://tix5.centerstageticketing.com/sites/forestburgh6/Learn about the FB Playhouse and all of their upcoming events: https://www.fbplayhouse.org/Shop the Catskills Collection: https://www.yesteryearwear.com/Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review wherever you get your podcasts and follow us @borschtbeltpod on all soci...
2021-08-3040 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerFrom The Beatles to the Borscht Belt: Bruce "Cousin Brucie" MorrowRock and Roll Call! 📞 Bruce Morrow, aka Cousin Brucie is a popular disc jockey’s who’s career has spanned five decades. He chats about his childhood summers at a bungalow colony, working at the Concord and Nevele, and reflects on his incredible career on and off the radio and how he has and continues to introduce millions to the soundtrack of our lives. Please tune in to this special episode of The Borscht Belt Tattler.Listen to Brucie: Cousin Brucie's Saturday Night Rock N Roll Party Cousin Brucie's Official Friendship Page: https://w...
2021-08-231h 00The Borscht Belt TattlerNostalgic Noshing at The Borscht Belt Delicatessen with Mike DalewitzGet ready for deli!Mike Dalewitz is the cofounder and chairman of The Borscht Belt Delicatessen and 618 Hospitality. We chat about his connection to the Borscht Belt, Egg Creams, Caddyshack 2, tongue sandwiches, and so much more. Hungry? Eat here: https://theborschtbelt.com/Learn more about Mike: https://themindfulmentor.com/Discover 618 Hospitality: https://618hospitality.com/Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/borschtbeltpod/Follow us on IG: @borschtbeltpodSupport the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow T...
2021-08-161h 10The Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Cinema: Welcome to Kutsher's The Last Catskills Resort with Caroline Laskow and Ian RosenbergToday’s guests are documentary filmmakers Caroline Laskow and Ian Rosenberg. We chat about their award-winning feature “Welcome To Kutsher’s: The Last Catskills Resort”, how this experience impacted their their views of the Borscht Belt and the powers of the “Mrs. Maisel” algorithm.Learn more about “Welcome to Kutsher’s”: https://www.kutshersdoc.com/Watch “Wilt Chamberlain: Borscht Belt Bellhop”: http://www.espn.com/30for30/film/_/page/wiltchamberlain-borscht-belt-bellhopLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/borschtbeltpod/Follow us on IG: @borschtbeltpodSupport the showDon't forget to ra...
2021-08-0954 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBungalow Spotlight: Mason's Country Club Cottages with Lea Sigiel-WolinetzFor Holocaust survivors and their children, a trip to the Borscht Belt was nothing short of a miracle. Lea Sigel Wolinetz shares her memories of Mason’s Country Club Cottages, a bungalow colony that was more than just a vacation but a place of refuge and healing. Your Weekly To Do List: Learn more about Czestochowa Jews. https://www.czestochowajews.org Help build a museum. https://catskillresortmuseum.com Attend The Bagel Festival on August 8, 2021 in Monticello, New York.Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on Instagram: @borschtbeltpod Listen to all the episodes in style. Ge...
2021-07-2643 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Bar Mitzvahs and Beyond with Dr. Michael KesslerToday I chat with Dr. Michael Kessler, an obstetrician-gynecologist living and practicing in Connecticut. We chat about many things including, destination bar mitzvahs, sleepaway camp, the culture of Judaism and of course his love for the Borscht Belt. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and leave us a review. Want some other cool things you can do:Follow us on Instagram: @borschtbeltpodClick here and leave a voice mail for the show!Grab wearable memories from Yesteryear and use code "urbanyenta15" to get 15% off.Discover awesome Klezmer music. Check out Lorie Wolf a...
2021-07-1950 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerThe Artists Way: Unearthing Nostalgia with the Last ResortRobin Schwartzman is an artist, instructor and mini-golf expert residing in Minneapolis, Minnesota. On today’s show, we discuss her obsession with leisure and play and how it influenced her latest exhibit, Last Resort, which ran last year in conjunction with the Twin Cities Jewish Humor Festival. You can learn more about Robin here: https://www.robinschwartzman.comDon’t forget to like, subscribe and leave us a review. Want some other cool things you can do:Follow us on Instagram: @borschtbeltpodClick here and leave a voice mail for the show!Grab wearabl...
2021-07-1243 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerTales from a Borscht Belt Dining Room with Alan BarrishWhy did Zero Mostel need his own table at the Concord? Which swimming instructor went off to become a Hollywood Star in the 40’s? What did it mean to “hustle” when working in the Borscht Belt? All these answers and more when Alan Barrish stops by! Click here for Alan’s incredible video footage of the Concorde, filmed by his father, Abe Barrish (and featuring a very young Bob Hope, Tony Bennett and Sid Casesar). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7ZMNhhIRhkFollow us on Instagram: @borschtbeltpod Click here and...
2021-07-0531 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHot Pants Showdown: Borscht Belt Life Skills with Laurie GlassForged work papers. Torrid summer romances. And a hot pants showdown between the Queens and Brooklyn girls. Laurie Glass stops by to share her exciting memories of the Borscht Belt.Follow us on Instagram: @borschtbeltpod Grab your wearable memories from Yesteryear. Use code "urbanyenta15" to get 15% off.https://www.yesteryearwear.com/Love our theme music? Discover Lorie Wolf and the Toronto Klezmer Society:https://www.loriewolf.com/https://www.torontoklezmersociety.com/Don't forget to rate, like and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever y...
2021-06-2850 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Kutshers Country Club (An Adventure in Athletics) with Christopher JetteTwo Borscht Belt Super fans walk in to a "Zoom" (hyuk).Chatting (and drinking) with Christopher Jette about working at Kutsher's, playing basketball with the pros and the art of handling a $250,000 marble piano. Who did it belong to? Listen to find out!Follow us on Instagram: @borschtbeltpod and @urbanyenta If you have a question, a comment or want to kvetch at me for 90 seconds, you can now leave me voicemail! Click here and get featured on the show! Grab your wearable memories from Yesteryear. Use code "urba...
2021-06-211h 12The Borscht Belt TattlerBorscht Belt Book Club: Elyssa Friedland - Last Summer at The Golden HotelAcclaimed author Elyssa Friedland chats about her latest book, Last Summer at the Golden Hotel (now available wherever books are sold). Click here to learn more about Elyssa. http://www.elyssafriedland.com/Follow us on Instagram: @borschtbeltpod and @urbanyenta Grab some wearable memories from Yesteryear and use code "urbanyenta15" to get 15% off. https://www.yesteryearwear.com/ Love our theme music? Discover Lorie Wolf and the Toronto Klezmer Society: https://www.loriewolf.com/ https://www.torontoklezmersociety.com/Support the showDon't forget to r...
2021-06-1439 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerHotel Spotlight: Sweet Summers at Kutsher's with Steve StoberFellow Canadian Steve Stober chats about his summer working in the Borscht Belt at Kutsher's Country Club.The Borscht Belt Tattler IG Page: https://www.instagram.com/borschtbeltpod/Check out our amazing sponsor and use code "urbanyenta15" on your first order!https://www.yesteryearwear.com/Our amazing theme song, Vu Bist Du Gewessen Far Prohibishn, is courtesy of Lorie Wolf and the Toronto Klezmer Society.Find them here:https://www.loriewolf.com/https://www.torontoklezmersociety.com/Support the showDon't...
2021-06-0734 minThe Borscht Belt TattlerVisual Storytellers: Revisiting the Borscht Belt with Marisa ScheinfeldWelcome to the first ever episode of The Borscht Belt Tattler. On today's episode, I sit down with Marisa Scheinfeld to discuss her book The Borscht Belt, Revisiting the Remains of America’s Jewish Vacationland. Learn more about Marisa and her book here:http://www.marisascheinfeld.com/http://www.borschtbeltrevisited.com/Check out our amazing sponsor here and use code "urbanyenta15" to save 15% on your order.https://www.yesteryearwear.com/Our amazing theme song, Vu Bist Du Gewessen Far Prohibishn, is courtesy of Lorie Wolf and the To...
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