Jonathan Goldstein

Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows

Host and producer of the Heavyweight podcast, where he investigates and facilitates personal stories involving reunions, reconnections, and human mysteries. He is discussed across multiple podcast platforms for his work bringing closure to listeners' long-standing questions and family connections.

Appears On

Snap Judgment This American Life Heavyweight What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.Search Engine

Episode Appearances

Snap Judgment · May 14, 2026

Heavyweight

“Host of Heavyweight who helps Deborah process her discovery of letters from her deceased first love”

World War II history and soldier experiencesGrief processing and emotional closureLove and long-distance relationships

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This American Life · Apr 5, 2026

212: The Other Man

“Co-narrator of the third story about entering a single mother and daughter's life as a romantic partner”

Family dynamics and outsider integrationSpiritual channeling and Buddhist meditation practicesDeafness and family communication breakdown

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Heavyweight · Mar 12, 2026

2026 Update: Tony

“Host of Heavyweight who reconnects his friend Tony with estranged godchildren”

Godparent relationships and family estrangementAddiction recovery and relationship rebuildingDivorce and co-parenting dynamics

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Heavyweight · Feb 5, 2026

Minneapolis

“Producer and host of Heavyweight podcast episode on Minneapolis ICE raids”

ICE immigration enforcement operationsOperation Metro SurgeAsylum seekers and political persecution

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What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People. · Jan 30, 2026

244: Justin found his mom

“Host of Heavyweight podcast, mentioned in sponsor segment about reunion and reconnection stories”

Adoption reunion and family reconnectionClosed adoption records and information accessAdoptee identity and sense of belonging

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Snap Judgment · Jan 8, 2026

Florida Alligator Man - Tooth & Claw

“Host/producer mentioned in opening segment promoting Heavyweight podcast series”

Alligator attack survivalWilderness survival techniquesMental health and depression recovery

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Search Engine · Dec 26, 2025

Heavyweight x Search Engine

“Host of Heavyweight podcast who facilitates Gregor's attempts to help his parents and receives a bottle from Etta before her death”

Elderly parent care and housing decisionsHoarding behavior and attachment to possessionsOutsider art and folk art movements

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Heavyweight · Dec 18, 2025

#66 Deborah

“Host and producer of Heavyweight podcast; conducts the investigation into Debra's story”

World War II History and Military CasualtiesGrief Processing and Emotional SuppressionLiterary Archives and Personal Documentation

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Heavyweight · Dec 11, 2025

#65 Meredith

“Host of Heavyweight podcast who investigates the family dispute and attempts to broker apologies between Meredith and Aiden”

Family accountability and blame assignmentIntergenerational communication patternsApology as learned behavior and family skill

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Heavyweight · Nov 20, 2025

#64 Kevin

“Host of Heavyweight podcast; investigates and facilitates Kevin's reconnection with childhood friends”

Childhood trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)Parental mental illness and its impact on child developmentChild abuse and domestic violence

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Heavyweight · Nov 13, 2025

Heavyweight: Live from New York

“Host and creator of Heavyweight; performed dramatic reading of Cain and Abel story and participated in Q&A session”

Podcast source recruitment and interview techniquesLong-form narrative storytelling structure and developmentLive event production for audio content brands

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