Episode

Why these Jewish college students are learning Yiddish

Podcast: All Things Considered
Published: Jul 9, 2026
Duration seconds: 280
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Summary

Young Jewish-Americans have been looking for new ways to engage with Jewish culture. Some have found community by learning Yiddish, a language with roots in 10th century Europe.