Daniella Rabbani - The Yiddish Songstress

Margarita welcomes Daniella Rabbani onto the podcast! Daniella is an actress, filmmaker, podcaster, and singer, with a special passion for Yiddish music. According to Daniella, "Jews don't control the media, but they did create Hollywood!" After being suggested by numerous guests of the pod, Margarita finally found a chance to connect with Daniella, and it did not disappoint! Daniella talks about the fascinating industry of Yiddish theater and its influence on Broadway and Hollywood. She also walks us through her various projects including numerous films, performances, and her podcast - Mom Curious. Follow Daniella on Instagram @daniellarabbani and check out her website daniellarabbani.com Follow the Mom Curious podcast on Instagram @momcurious and listen wherever you get your podcastsDaniella’s Kickstarter for Klezmerette: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/klezmerette/klezmerette-a-multimedia-project?ref=project_buildSupport our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 03:17 Who is Daniella Rabbani - actress and Jewish songstress? 05:56 Daniella's scene in Ocean's 8 & how God Friended Me was filmed outside of Margarita's apartment08:35 How did Daniella become involved in Yiddish theater & music? 12:34 Tumbalalaika & the Russian Jewish audience 15:30 How did Yiddish theater impact Off Broadway, Broadway & Hollywood? 21:23 On Klezmer Music & the influence of other countries on Jewish culture25:05 Daniella's upcoming film - Klezmerette 30:25 How has Daniella's activism on social media impacted her in the last year? 35:50 Mom Curious Podcast37:55 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination