🎤 Book a Talk

Bring Israeli Culture to Your Community

Jake Gillis is the host of Sababoosh — the Israeli culture podcast and Substack. He is an educator, writer, and speaker who makes Israeli culture accessible for English-speaking audiences. Through stories, music, language, and everyday experiences, Jake helps people connect with Israel beyond the headlines.

🌍 Speaking & Teaching Topics

Jake offers engaging talks, workshops, and courses for communities, organizations, and students. Popular topics include:

Israeli Music as a Window into Society — from Naomi Shemer to contemporary Mizrahi pop.
Israeli Slang and What It Says About Us — a playful and revealing look at modern Hebrew.
Netflix and Learn —an inside look through the window offered by Israeli TV into Israeli culture and society.
A Cultural Guide to Israel — food, art, language, and stories that make Israel come alive.
Custom Sessions — tailored workshops or scholar-in-residence weekends for your community.

✨ Who I Work With

Jewish Federations & JCCs
Hillels and campus groups
Gap-year and study-abroad programs in Israel
Synagogues & adult learning institutes
Conferences & cultural events

📩 Invite Jake

Interested in bringing Jake to your community or program?

👉 Email Jake directly: jake@sababoosh.com