Creator of Hulu series 'Ramy' discusses Shireen Abu Akleh's death complicating his Middle East stay, casting Jews and how an influential rabbi helped his spiritual journey

With its second season now streaming on Hulu, the show's protagonist's funny but poignant struggle with religion is eminently relatable for people of any (or no) faith

Player talks about Jewish spiritual practice, saying he wears tzitzit and tries to pray three times a day

The protagonist engages deeply with religion on the day-to-day ritual and lifestyle level -- something Jewish viewers might understand, and few 'Jewish' shows address