Full episode
798: Leaving the Fold
Act Two

God and Hockey

Ira talks with Shalom Auslander, who was raised as an Orthodox Jew and who made a pivotal break with his faith at a Rangers game. (6 minutes)

Shalom Auslander is the author of several books, including Foreskin's Lament where he tells this story, and his latest Mother for Dinner.

Song:

“Slapshot” by Ray Castoldi