AND HERE’S MODI

40 Episodes

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_).

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Dovi Neuburger Returns

#183

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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.

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David Nesenoff - Part 2

#182

05/27/2026

Episode 182 - Part 2: Modi sits down with multi-hyphenate David Nesenoff, author of "I Never Met The Rebbe Many Times".

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David Nesenoff - Part 1

#181

05/20/2026

Episode 181: Modi sits down with multi-hyphenate David Nesenoff, author of "I Never Met The Rebbe Many Times".

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Murray Hill Boy

#180

04/29/2026

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.

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Radio City Countdown

#179

04/22/2026

Episode 179: Modi and Leo discuss Modi's recent Jimmy Fallon appearance, and his upcoming shows at Radio City Music Hall.

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The Opposite of Lashon Hara

04/01/2026

Episode 178: Modi and Leo discuss Boston plans, "speaking well behind someone's back", and Timothée Chalamet's recent comments about ballet and opera.

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The Scorecard

#176

03/25/2026

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.

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Sarasota, Soup, and Synagogue Security

#176

03/18/2026

Episode 176: Modi and Leo regroup after shows in Columbus, Orlando, and spending time with Modi's family in Sarasota.

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Couples Therapy ft. Lily Eckstein

#175

03/08/2026

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.

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Bransen Gates

#174

02/18/2026

Episode 174: Modi and Leo are joined by actor and lip-sync extraordinaire Bransen Gates. Check out the web series, "And They Were Roommates"!

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Liz Glazer

#173

02/11/2026

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!
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Couples Therapy with Modi & Leo

01/28/2026

Episode 172: Modi and Leo catch up in the studio and wander into some interesting conversational territory (courtesy of ChatGPT).
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Periel Returns

01/21/2026

Episode 171: Periel returns to the studio to chat about everything from shopping for mezuzahs to Maduro's Nike tracksuit.
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Taylor Swift, Paul Anka, And Why Respecting The Audience Matters

#170

01/14/2026

Episode 170: Modi and Leo discuss everything from Taylor Swift and Paul Anka...and of course, the importance of respecting your audience.
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Berlin, Babies, And A Big Special

#169

01/07/2026

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.
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Michael Rainin

#168

12/24/2025

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!
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Eli Lebowicz

#167

12/03/2025

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.
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Modi & Leo

#166

11/19/2025

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.
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Eshel

11/12/2025

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.
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Modi x Debra Messing LIVE at 92NY

10/29/2025

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.
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Modi & Leo

#163

10/22/2025

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.
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Steve Eisman & Valerie Feigen

#162

10/08/2025

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 Playbook".

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Dovi Neuburger (Part 3)

09/18/2025

Episode 161: Back by popular demand, Dovi Neuburger returns to discuss everything from Vacation Village gigs to Ferragamo Slides.

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The Rabbi's Cookies

#160

09/04/2025

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!
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Modi & Leo

#159

08/21/2025

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!
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Jake Cohen - Dinner Party Animal

08/06/2025

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.
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Dovi Neuburger Returns

#157

07/23/2025

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."

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Jeff Ross

#156

07/16/2025

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 of Broadway and how roasting is an act of love.
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Natural Hair, Private Gigs and Fake Assistants

#155

07/02/2025

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.
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Say Something Else

#154

06/25/2025

Episode 154: Mezuzahs, malfunctioning outfits, and mild spiritual panic. If your mezuzah falls off, is that a sign from God… or just bad adhesive?
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Mind Ya Business

#153

06/18/2025

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.
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Go Big or Go Home

#152

06/11/2025

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 philosophical reflections on life changes.
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UJA presents: Omer Shem Tov

#151

06/04/2025

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 special live episode, brought to you by UJA Federation New York, as Omer shares his remarkable story of survival, hope, and #MoshiachEnergy.
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Dovi Neuburger

#150

05/21/2025

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 purpose.
The conversation reveals fascinating insider knowledge about comedy craft, from Modi's veteran wisdom on audience management to Neuberger's evolving approach to material development. We dissect the paradoxical rules of performing for Orthodox audiences ("you can't curse, but you can be super offensive"), share war stories from Passover program gigs, and ex...

Dave Attell

#149

05/14/2025

Episode 149: Modi and Periel are joined by the ultimate comedian's comedian, Dave Attell.
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Jüdischen Kulturtage Berlin

#148

05/07/2025

Episode 148: Modi and Periel are joined by Abraham Toubiana of the Jewish Cultural Festival of Berlin - where Modi will be performing November 20th!
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Nobody's Thinking About You (As Much As You Think They Are!)

#147

04/30/2025

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?
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How do you say guilt in Hebrew?

#146

04/23/2025

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?
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Arthur Luxenberg (Returns)

#145

04/16/2025

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.
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The Trainer, The Wife, and The Publicist

#144

03/26/2025

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.
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