# Acclaimed Author Allegra Goodman on Jewish Family, Love and Tsuris

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Published: 2026-03-30T20:07:30+00:00
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Hadassah Magazine Executive Editor Lisa Hostein speaks with master storyteller Allegra Goodman. Famed for her keen observations of the idiosyncrasies of contemporary Jewish families, Goodman discusses her latest novel, This is Not About Us , and shares insights into the complexities of American Jewish life and faith. Further Resources Purchase This is Not About Us on Bookshop . Read the review of the book in Hadassah Magazine Check out the latest from the author on her website, allegragoodman.com Follow her on Instagram ( @allegragoodmanwriter ) and Facebook ( @allegragoodman) The show is hosted by Hadassah Magazine Executive Editor Lisa Hostein and produced by Hadassah Magazine with the support of the Engagement and Marketing divisions of Hadassah. Our podcast editor is Arielle Kaplan. Follow Hadassah Magazine Presents wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Help others discover our podcast by writing a review. Liked this episode? Share with a friend! Please send any follow-up questions or feedback to engagement@hadassah.org

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