Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam
Why Is It So Hard To Admit When We're Wrong?
Sep 9, 2026 · 47 min · 12 segments
In an era where public figures double down instead of apologizing, and social media puts our every word under the microscope, saying "I'm sorry" feels scarier than ever. So what can help us conquer…
In an era where public figures double down instead of apologizing, and social media puts our every word under the microscope, saying "I'm sorry" feels scarier than ever. So what can help us conquer that fear? In this episode, Noam and Mijal explore guilt culture versus shame culture, accountability, and the "five percent" rule. Get in touch at WonderingJews@unpacked.media. Follow @wonderingjews on Instagram, and watch and subscribe on YouTube. Visit jewishlives.org to explore and buy books from the Jewish Lives book series. Use the discount code **JLIFE** to get a discount. \------------ This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. Subscribe to the Unpacked newsletter: https://unpacked.bio/22f7b4 For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: Borderlines with That Semite Jewish History Nerds Soulful Jewish Living Stars of David with Elon Gold Unpacking Israeli History
In an era where public figures double down instead of apologizing, and social media puts our every word under the microscope, saying "I'm sorry" feels scarier than ever. So what can help us conquer…
