J3 (Amateur Hour) Podcast

Wayne Pays More: A Life in the Pawn Business with Wayne Cohen

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.

Jon Friedman and Dr. Benji Marks: A Business Built on Friendship

Dr. Benji Marks, a dermatologist in Glenview, and Jon Friedman, corporate vice president of design and research at Microsoft, join the pod to discuss how they combined their skills and passions to launch the online dermatology service DappleDoc. As longtime friends and former teammates of Yoel with the ICJA Aces, the pair also offer insights into Yoel and his mysterious ways. For all the Yoel Stans, you won't want to miss this episode! For fast, affordable dermatology, check out dappledoc.com.

Sara Sherbill: A Story That Must Be Told

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-4d88961ddaebIf 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/

My Sweet Island Muffin: Josh and Jordan's Great Concert Adventure

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 Hold Court

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.