AND HERE’S MODI
by Modi
AND HERE’S MODI is an inside look at the man behind the microphone. Hosted by comedian, Modi (@modi_live), AHM features a raw and unfiltered side of the comedian rarely seen on stage. He always finds the funny as he navigates the worlds of comedy, trending topics, his personal life and spirituality. AHM is co-hosted by Periel Aschenbrand (@perielaschenbrand) and Leo Veiga (@leo_veiga_).
Episodes
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For Your Infotainment
Episode 193: Modi and Leo discuss everything from working the tail-end of the Catskills to the lost art of business cards and why the United Nations needs to find a new address ASAP. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com....
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How To Eat A KitKat Bar
Episode 192: Modi and Leo discuss everything from the Big Deal Comedy Festival to book deals and exactly how to eat a KitKat bar. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at @modi_live. Follow the AHM...
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Rabbi Gav Bellino
Episode 191: Rabbi Gav Bellino returns to the pod to discuss everything from Dolly Parton to taking pills on Yom Kippur. Shout out to the Sixth Street Synagogue community! Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi…
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Jared Freid
Episode 190: Modi and Leo are joined by comedian Jared Freid and discuss everything from Catskills comedy to Ozempic, and how they helped make a shidduch! Watch his new special 'The Family Plan' on Netflix! Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows...
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Retail Therapy
Episode 189: Modi and Leo gab about everything from the death of brick and mortar shopping experiences to gym etiquette. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at @modi_live. Follow the AHM podcast…
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Bedtime Prayers
Episode 188: Modi and Leo record an inaugural episode from the Center for Jewish History's new podcast studio to discuss everything from a recent performance in East Hampton, what catches Leo's eye when he's in the Rabbi's study, and what prayers Modi says before bed. Modi's special "Know Your...
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Act One, Act Two, Act Three
Episode 187: Modi and Leo sit down to discuss recent travel snafus, officiating funerals, and the different seasons of life. Are you in Act One, Act Two, or Act Three? Let us know in the comments! Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit...
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Lost Luggage And Letting Go
Episode 186: A dance-floor revelation about letting go of material possessions ages extremely well when your luggage doesn't make it home from Croatia. Modi and Leo get into the tour stops accidentally booked on the two worst dates in the Jewish calendar, Matteo Lane slaying Broadway, and whether...
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Peptides 101
Episode 185: Peptides: the wellness buzzword everyone's talking about. Modi and Leo welcome back Dr. Andrew Kibert to explain what peptides actually are, whether they can reduce "food noise," help with recovery, and yes - even make you more tan. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on...
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Modi & Leo
Episode 184: Modi and Leo catch up after the Knicks win and discuss everything from Princess Diana's hypothetical social media to celeb sightings at Polo Bar...stick around for a fun ice breaker exercise to use at your next dinner party. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube...
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Dovi Neuburger Returns
Episode 183: Dovi Neuburger returns to the pod to discuss his recent shows in Israel, dissect differing creative processes with Modi, and what it's like for him to perform at a Catholic fundraiser. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit...
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David Nesenoff - Part 2
Episode 182 - Part 2: Modi sits down with multi-hyphenate David Nesenoff, author of "I Never Met The Rebbe Many Times". Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at @modi_live. Follow the AHM podcast on...
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David Nesenoff - Part 1
Episode 181: Modi sits down with multi-hyphenate David Nesenoff, author of "I Never Met The Rebbe Many Times". Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at @modi_live. Follow the AHM podcast on…
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Murray Hill Boy
Episode 180: Modi and Leo sit down with Max Cohen (@murrayhillboy) to discuss everything from content creation, to dating in the city, and the importance of changing your internal dialogue. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit...
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Radio City Countdown
Episode 179: Modi and Leo discuss Modi's recent Jimmy Fallon appearance, and his upcoming shows at Radio City Music Hall. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at @modi_live. Follow the AHM podcast…
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The Opposite of Lashon Hara
Episode 178: Modi and Leo discuss Boston plans, "speaking well behind someone's back", and Timothée Chalamet's recent comments about ballet and opera. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at...
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The Scorecard
Episode 177: Modi and Leo discuss the fan-encounter scorecard, Netflix's 'Age Of Attraction", and why Jacob Elordi can get away with wearing a purse. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at...
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Sarasota, Soup, and Synagogue Security
Episode 176: Modi and Leo regroup after shows in Columbus, Orlando, and spending time with Modi's family in Sarasota. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at @modi_live. Follow the AHM podcast on...
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Couples Therapy ft. Lily Eckstein
Episode 175: Modi and Leo are joined by psychotherapist Lily Eckstein (of Lexington Park Psychotherapy) to chat about couples therapy, communication, and the importance of reality television. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit...
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Bransen Gates
Episode 174: Modi and Leo are joined by actor and lip-sync extraordinaire Bransen Gates. Check out the web series, "And They Were Roommates"! Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows…
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Liz Glazer
Episode 173: Modi and Leo sit down with comedian Liz Glazer for a conversation on navigating frum spaces as a queer comedian, Oura rings, sleep scores, and female rabbi's. Watch her special, "Do You Know Who I'm Not?" on YouTube here! Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY…
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Couples Therapy with Modi & Leo
Episode 172: Modi and Leo catch up in the studio and wander into some interesting conversational territory (courtesy of ChatGPT). Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit...
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Periel Returns
Episode 171: Periel returns to the studio to chat about everything from shopping for mezuzahs to Maduro's Nike tracksuit. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com....
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Taylor Swift, Paul Anka, And Why Respecting The Audience Matters
Episode 170: Modi and Leo discuss everything from Taylor Swift and Paul Anka...and of course, the importance of respecting your audience. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit...
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Berlin, Babies, And A Big Special
Episode 169: Modi and Leo recap recent shows in Europe, the special taping, theater ghost stories, and how they got to play guncles for the weekend. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming...
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Michael Rainin
Episode 168: Modi and Leo sit down with filmmaker Michael Rainin to discuss his latest project, Run Raven Run, as well as his previous film projects with Modi (Waiting for Woody Allen) - the genesis of Modi's Yoely character! Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's...
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Eli Lebowicz
Episode 167: Modi sits down with Eli Lebowicz to talk heart valves, kosher restaurant trauma, and why Jews love giving unsolicited feedback more than laughing. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all...
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Modi & Leo
Episode 166: Modi and Leo discuss celebrity sightings in Syracuse, the successful roll-out of Radio City, and debate who would survive the longest in the wilderness. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now!…
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Eshel
Episode 165: Modi and Leo are joined by Miryam Kabakov, the executive director of Eshel, an organizing that seeks to build LGBTQ+ inclusive Orthodox Jewish communities. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now!...
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Modi x Debra Messing LIVE at 92NY
Episode 164: Filmed live at 92NY, Modi is joined by Emmy Award–winning actor, producer, and advocate Debra Messing for a candid conversation on identity, advocacy, and how comedy can change the culture. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your...
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Modi & Leo
Episode 163: Modi and Leo regroup in the studio to talk about everything from the homecoming of the hostages, to lunch with Diane von Furstenberg, to headlines in The New York Times — and how to cultivate your aura. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special...
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Steve Eisman & Valerie Feigen
Episode 162: Modi and Leo are joined by Steve Eisman (the Wall Street icon depicted in The Big Short) and his wife Valerie Feigen for an alluring conversation on doomsday predictions, personality hires, and what it means to be an "apikorus". Be sure to listen to their podcast, "The Real Eisman...
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Dovi Neuburger (Part 3)
Episode 161: Back by popular demand, Dovi Neuburger returns to discuss everything from Vacation Village gigs to Ferragamo Slides. Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at @modi_live. Follow the AHM...
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The Rabbi's Cookies
Episode 160: Modi & Leo come to you with another YouTube Live session! Be sure to subscribe to Modi's YouTube channel to catch the next time we are live! Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all…
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Modi & Leo
Episode 159: In this experimental episode (which aired live in real-time on Modi's YouTube channel) Leo and Modi sit down for an intimate chat covering everything from Labubus to Billy Joel, and what it's like to have a text conversation with Modi. Remember: Hydrate, Moisturize, and Be Nice! Send...
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Jake Cohen - Dinner Party Animal
Episode 158: NYT best-selling author Jake Cohen visits the pod (for the third time!) to discuss our mutual love of salads, Gen Z jeans, and of course his most recent cookbook: Dinner Party Animal. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience"…
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Dovi Neuburger Returns
Episode 157: Back by popular demand, Dovi Neuburger returns to discuss his new comedy club, how to handle performing in a room that's not built for comedy and the meaning of a "sheva brachot." Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit...
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Jeff Ross
Episode 156: In this very special episode, Modi is joined by his dear friend of thirty years, Jeff Ross. Famously known as The Roastmaster General, Ross is the star of his new one man show on Broadway "Take a Banana for the Ride." They discuss Ross's recent battle with cancer, his lifelong love…
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Natural Hair, Private Gigs and Fake Assistants
Episode 155: Modi and Leo stage a hair-intervention for Periel. They discuss bad habits, ghosts, the history of the Comedy Cellar and the benefits of a fake assistant. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now!...
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Say Something Else
Episode 154: Mezuzahs, malfunctioning outfits, and mild spiritual panic. If your mezuzah falls off, is that a sign from God… or just bad adhesive? Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming…
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Mind Ya Business
Episode 153: If you could be any animal for a day, what would you be and why? The crew takes a video message from one of our listeners in Atlanta. Leo discusses his new tattoo. And, of course, all roads lead to the importance of keeping cash on you at all times. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard…
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Go Big or Go Home
Episode 152: Modi returns to the studio in New York City battling seasonal allergies while discussing the purported benefits of local honey with co-hosts Leo and Periel. The trio explores a range of topics from Graham Nash's impressive performance at 83 to home renovation challenges and...
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UJA presents: Omer Shem Tov
Episode 151: In February 2024, during the live taping of our 100th episode, Modi was asked who his "dream guest" for the podcast would be. His answer? Omer Shem Tov, a Hamas hostage in Gaza. A year later, on February 22, 2025, Omer was finally released after 505 days in captivity. Tune in to this...
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Dovi Neuburger
Episode 150: Modi and Periel are joined by Dovi Neuburger for a candid exploration of Jewish comedy. We unpack the unique dynamics of performing for Jewish audiences versus mainstream clubs. Neuberger's honesty about his comedic journey is refreshing -from craving attention to finding deeper...
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Dave Attell
Episode 149: Modi and Periel are joined by the ultimate comedian's comedian, Dave Attell. Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming shows visit www.modilive.com. Follow Modi on Instagram at...
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Jüdischen Kulturtage Berlin
Episode 148: Modi and Periel are joined by Abraham Toubiana of the Jewish Cultural Festival of Berlin - where Modi will be performing November 20th! Send us Modi Mail! 118A Orchard St. PMB #208 New York, NY 10002 Modi's special "Know Your Audience" is available on YouTube now! For all upcoming...
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Nobody's Thinking About You (As Much As You Think They Are!)
Episode 147: The AHM crew tackles some big questions—like, what message would you put on a billboard for the world to see? Do comedians get stage fright? And, have you ever had to stop a friend from walking down the aisle? Click here for Moshiach Energy Merch! Click here to leave us a voice...
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How do you say guilt in Hebrew?
Episode 146: Modi recaps his latest shows in Pittsburgh, Buffalo, and San Francisco. Meanwhile, Leo stirs the pot with a bold opinion on newborns. The conversation dives into guilt, Rottweilers, and a thought-provoking exploration of aging—because who doesn't love a good brain teaser? Click here...
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Arthur Luxenberg (Returns)
Episode 145: Modi's close friend (and podcast sponsor) Arthur Luxenberg returns for another episode on chesed, stuttering, and their mutual obsession with pretzels. Arthur was also featured on episode 106, which you can listen to here. Click here for Moshiach Energy Merch! Send us Modi Mail! 118A...
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The Trainer, The Wife, and The Publicist
Episode 144: The Holy Rabbi Bellino joins us for another episode where we discuss an interesting ethical dilemma out of Israel. Modi gets a moving letter from a fan and we debate when and where cursing is appropriate. Modi asserts that there is a hex on him and Leo. Click here for Moshiach Energy...
About this show
AND HERE’S MODI is an inside look at the man behind the microphone. Hosted by comedian, Modi (@modi_live), AHM features a raw and unfiltered side of the comedian rarely seen on stage. He always finds the funny as he navigates the worlds of comedy, trending topics, his personal life and spirituality. AHM is co-hosted by Periel Aschenbrand (@perielaschenbrand) and Leo Veiga (@leo_veiga_).
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