Alla Kaplan · 8 May 2025

Trauma Survivor, Writer and Host of ‘The Jewish Stripper: Raw and Real’
38 episodes Published episodes of The Jewish Stripper: Raw and Real3 seasons Candid conversations on identity, trauma, faith and mental healthMulti-platform Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon MusicPublished writer Essays and book excerpts on Medium
Alla Kaplan is a truth-teller with a mic and a mission. As host of The Jewish Stripper: Raw and Real, she brings unapologetic conversations to life—blending lived experience with a deep curiosity about human behavior. From exploring the psychology of cheating and narcissistic abuse to navigating mental health challenges and reclaiming identity, Alla offers a lens shaped by resilience, faith, and fierce honesty.
Born in Russia and raised in the U.S., Alla’s story includes surviving domestic abuse, living with bipolar disorder, and working as a stripper while in an abusive marriage. Today, she draws from that complex journey—one that spans trauma, healing, and self-empowerment—to challenge social stigma, speak to taboo, and create space for others to be heard.
Whether unpacking gender dynamics, faith, or societal judgment, Alla approaches each conversation with compassion and clarity. Her interviews have reached thousands online, and her candid solo episodes—especially those exploring stripping, mental health, and religious identity—have sparked deep interest and dialogue.
As a podcast guest, Alla shares an unforgettable voice of defiance and dignity—offering perspective for audiences interested in women’s empowerment, trauma recovery, mental health, identity, and the messy, meaningful intersections of life experience and belief.