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Waiting for the Lightning Bolt “You’d be a pretty good get for us.” In the second season finale of the hit Netflix series Nobody Wants This, this encouragement is offered by a Jewish woman named Esther to protagonist Joanne, who has been wrestling with the decision to convert to Judaism. It’s a remarkable turnaround from the previously frosty dynamic between Joanne (Kristen Bell), and Esther (Jackie Tohn). Joanne is learning a key aspect of the lived Jewish experience: the choices that would ...
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Commonweal (United States) | Mar 16, 2026
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This episode raises important questions about the nature of faith and belonging, inviting viewers to reflect on their own beliefs and the role of community in personal choices.
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The show's portrayal of conversion may oversimplify the complexities of religious identity, potentially misrepresenting the lived experiences of those in faith communities.
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Esther's encouragement demonstrates how supportive relationships can facilitate significant personal transformations in one's spiritual journey.
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Joanne's journey toward conversion highlights the importance of personal choice in faith, promoting a message of inclusivity and understanding in religious communities.
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The dynamics between Joanne and Esther could reinforce stereotypes about conversion, overshadowing the nuanced realities of interfaith relationships and cultural identity.
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