Best Jewish Broadcasting Service (JBS Podcasts (2025)

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Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly 16:26

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From the bima at the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch reflects on the darker impulses unleashed by social media and draws a parallel to the enduring human struggles embodied in Jacob and Esau.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Rabbi Dr. Benjy Epstein | Mindfulness, Judaism, & The Art of Being Present 1:02:56

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We spend most of our lives living in the past or worrying about the future. But what if the deepest spiritual connection—and the greatest psychological relief—can only be found right here, right now? In this episode of Jewish Insights with Justin Pines, Justin sits down with Rabbi Dr. Benjy Epstein, a clinical psychologist and author of Living in t…

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The Hampton Synagogue's "Author Discussion Series" for Jewish Book Month: Menachem Rosensaft 29:20

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Rabbi Avraham Bronstein sits with author Menachem Rosensaft to discuss "Burning Psalms," a collection of 150 psalms that lament, rage and seek comfort as they reimagine ancient texts in the shadow of the Holocaust.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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"Hillel During the Firestorm: Shelter, Teacher, Negotiator" (Streicker Center) 1:06:29

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In a program of the Temple Emanu-El Cultural Streicker Center, executive directors of Hillel at Brown, Columbia, Harvard, and Stony Brook discuss how they’ve navigated rising antisemitism on campus, working to educate, protect, and inspire “October 8th” communities of young Jews newly awakened to their identity.…

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In the Spotlight: Jonathan Freedland 25:46

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Abigail Pogrebin is joined by bestselling author, podcast host ("Unholy") and British journalist Jonathan Freedland to discuss his real-life thriller- "The Traitors Circle: The True Story of a Secret Resistance Network in Nazi Germany- and the Spy Who Betrayed Them."By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Mamdani Mania" 29:01

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern examines Jewish reaction at home and abroad to the Mamdani election—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour- Dalia Ziada Returns 59:53

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Middle East scholar Dalia Ziada joins ISGAP leaders Dr.Charles Asher Small and David Harris to discuss ISGAP’s future operations in Washington, DC, where she’s joined the team to translate scholarship on combating antisemitism into actionable policy.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Leading Through Fire: Eric Goldstein on 12 Years of Crisis, Antisemitism, and the Surge in Jewish Pride 59:35

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How does the largest local Jewish philanthropy in the world navigate a decade defined by crisis? In this episode of Jewish Insights, Justin sits down with Eric Goldstein, the outgoing CEO of UJA-Federation of New York, for a candid and profound reflection on his 12-year tenure. From leaving a prestigious legal career to leading the Jewish community…

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Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Oren Rudavsky- "Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire" 38:46

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Eric welcomes back acclaimed filmmaker Oren Rudavsky to discuss "Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire," his powerful documentary that offers an unprecedented in-depth look at the life, legacy, and inner world of one of the most profound voices of our time.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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In the Spotlight: Zibby Owens 26:11

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Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Zibby Owens - bestselling author, publisher, bookstore owner, and host of the hit podcast Totally Booked with Zibby - which is brought to life before a studio audience in a new series premiering on JBS this Thursday.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "No Atheists in a Foxhole" 29:11

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern reflects on how many Israelis, including kidnapped victims, have found strength in Jewish tradition since October 7—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour- Yifat Bitton and Ansel Brown 30:48

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At the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute, Dr. Charles Asher Small speaks with Professors Ansel Brown and Yifat Bitton on issues of race, antisemitism and discrimination, exploring how legal and social struggles shape the fight against hatred today.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Olga Deutsch (NGO Monitor) 28:32

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Olga Deutsch of NGO Monitor speaks with David Harris about how some prominent human rights groups, often using governmental funds, have become key actors in the global war to defame and delegitimize Israel - and what's being done to expose and derail their campaigns.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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David Stav: Uniting Israelis Through Faith 54:38

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What’s holding Israel together after so much pain and division? Rabbi David Stav, founder of Tzohar, joins Justin to share how faith is helping Israelis reconnect — and how a new spirit of unity is reshaping the nation’s soul. In a time of war, loss, and rebuilding, few voices speak more powerfully about Jewish unity than Rabbi David Stav — founder…

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"How to Lose Your Mother"— Molly Jong-Fast in Conversation with Zibby Owens (Streicker Center) 52:23

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Author Molly Jong-Fast discusses "How to Lose Your Mother," her sharp, funny and deeply personal memoir about fame, family and her complicated relationship with her mother, writer Erica Jong, with Zibby Owens at the Temple Emanu-El Cultural Streicker Center.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Yoav Potash- "Among Neighbors" 34:39

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Eric is joined by filmmaker Yoav Potash to discuss Among Neighbors, his haunting documentary that blends animation and magical realism to uncover the long-buried truths of a Polish town where echoes of Jewish life still reverberate.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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In the Spotlight: Gayle Kirschenbaum 26:06

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Abby Pogrebin welcomes Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and author Gayle Kirschenbaum to discuss "Bullied to Besties," her raw and uplifting memoir about transforming lifelong pain into forgiveness and healing in her tumultuous relationship with her mother.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "The End is the Beginning" 29:24

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern offers a line-by-line analysis of the ceasefire and the Trump Peace Deal, sharing insights on the realities and expectations that may be surprising—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Jonah Platt 28:54

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David Harris welcomes Jonah Platt, host of the hit podcast "Being Jewish with Jonah Platt," for a conversation about Jewish identity in America today and the insights he’s gained from his acclaimed series.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Jennifer Apple on the Lion Heart of Hannah Senesh 58:18

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Jennifer Apple, the star of the show "Hannah Senesh," presented by the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, joins Justin to discuss taking on this role, and the impact and legacy of Hannah Senesh. Jennifer originated the role of Anna in the Tony Award-winning "The Band’s Visit" First National Tour and received an Elliott Norton Award for Outstandin…

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The Structure and Soul of Judaism with Mark Wildes 57:39

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Rabbi Mark Wildes, founder of the Manhattan Jewish Experience, a Jewish outreach organization in New York and Tel Aviv with over 20,000 young adult attendees each year, joins Justin to discuss how he brings people into Jewish community, and his new book, The Jewish Experience: Discovering the Soul of Jewish Thought and Practice. Together they explo…

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Benny Friedman in Concert (Hampton Synagogue) 59:45

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Jewish music superstar Benny Friedman shares his celebrated Orthodox pop in a special performance at The Hampton Synagogue in Westhampton Beach, New York.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Yael Melamede- "ADA - My Mother the Architect" 31:54

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Eric Goldman is joined by filmmaker Yael Melamede to discuss her documentary portrait of Ada Karmi Melamede, one of Israel’s most accomplished architects, whose landmark works include Israel’s Supreme Court, Ben Gurion Airport and more.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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In the Spotlight: Ronald Leopold (Anne Frank Exhibit) 22:35

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Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Ronald Leopold, longtime executive director of the Anne Frank House, one of Europe’s most visited museums, which he recreated and brought to New York City for the first time this year.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "The Return" 28:51

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern discusses the release of the living hostages and what it means to Jews around the world—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Ofir Akunis 30:05

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David Harris is joined by Ambassador Ofir Akunis, the Consul General of Israel in New York, for his insights and perspectives.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Sarah Hurwitz in Conversation with Dara Horn and Dan Senor (Streicker Center) 1:04:01

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Former White House speechwriter and author Sarah Hurwitz is joined by all-star American Jewish commentators Dara Horn, Dan Senor, and Abigail Pogrebin to discuss As a Jew, her book documenting her quest to reclaim Jewish identity, in a program of The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Cultural Center.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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A Special Look: Noam Tibon and Barry Avrich- "The Road Between Us" 26:11

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Major General (Res.) Noam Tibon and director Barry Avrich join Teisha to discuss Noam’s daring rescue of his son and family on 10/7, the subject of the award-winning documentary "The Road Between Us."By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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In the Spotlight: Yaakov Katz ("While Israel Slept") 30:15

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American-born Israeli journalist, author, and the former Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post, Yaakov Katz, joins Abby to discuss his latest book, "While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East."By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Holiday Road" 27:16

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern discusses the themes of the High Holidays while addressing the second anniversary of October 7 and what it continues to mean for Israel and the Jewish people—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Dalia Ziada on the Gaza Peace Plan 30:05

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Acclaimed Egyptian author and liberal activist Dalia Ziada joins David Harris to reflect on the second anniversary of October 7th, the outlines of a U.S. - led ceasefire deal, the Muslim Brotherhood’s reach in the West and more.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Ambassador David Friedman: Trump, Israel, the Return of the Hostages 1:00:06

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On October 13, 2025, Israel and Hamas reached a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that brought homeall twenty surviving Israeli hostages and freed nearly two thousand Palestinian prisoners. What does this deal really mean — for Israel’s security, for the region, and for the future of U.S.-Israel relations? In this exclusive conversation, Ambassador David Fri…

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“Rebuilding Jewish Life Then and Now": Ezra–Nehemiah with Yael Leibowitz 57:59

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The relatively unknown Biblical book of Ezra–Nehemiah isn’t just ancient history. Yael Leibowitz, author of "Ezra-Nehemiah: Retrograde Revolution," explores how the return from exile, the rebuilding of Jewish life, and the struggles of identity in these biblical books speak directly to the challenges we face today.…

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"Abraham: The First Jew"- Anthony Julius (Streicker Center) 49:51

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Anthony Julius, author of "Abraham: The First Jew," discusses the tensions that define Abraham and Judaism and how he brings the Jewish patriarch to life in a Temple Emanu-El Streicker Cultural Center conversation with Temple Emanu-El’s Rabbi Sarah H. Reines.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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In the Spotlight: Jane Eisner (Carole King) 28:21

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Abby speaks with acclaimed journalist, author, and former editor-in-chief of The Forward, Jane Eisner about her new biography of Carole King and the Jewish roots that shaped both her identity and her artistry.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Hate Has No Home Here" 25:36

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern shares his perspective that combating Jew-hatred cannot remain solely a Jewish issue, but requires enlisting non-Jews and non-Israelis in the cause—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour- Rona Kaufman and Caryn Block 37:41

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Dr. Charles Asher Small speaks with Professors Rona Kaufman and Caryn Block on antisemitism and the law, women’s scholarship and the psychological impact of exclusion on Jewish identity, mental health and belonging.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Einat Wilf on the Gaza Peace Plan 30:52

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Einat Wilf, Former MK and author of "The War of Return," offers her perspective on the proposed Gaza peace plan and more with David Harris.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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The Deeper Meaning of Sukkot: Shmuly Yanklowitz on Joy, Humility and Responsibility 1:00:09

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Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz joins Jewish Insights with Justin Pines to explore the lessons of Sukkot, the call to justice, and the future of Jewish life. Discover how joy, humility, and activism intersect in Jewish tradition today. Rabbi Yanklowitz is President & Dean of Valley Beit Midrash, founder of Uri L’Tzedek, Shamayim, and YATOM, and the aut…

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Rabbi Angela Buchdahl: The Love of Tochecha 17:36

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Angela Buchdahl, renowned Senior Rabbi of Central Synagogue in New York City, reflects on the Jewish concept of tochecha—rebuke as a love language—and how Yom Kippur teaches us to offer truth, repair, and holiness through courageous love.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: Our Three Names - A Message to Young Jews of America (Yom Kippur 5786) 44:27

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On Yom Kippur, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch addresses young Jews directly, urging them to embrace the burden and privilege of carrying Jewish life forwardBy Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: Hopefully (Erev Yom Kippur 5786) 28:23

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On Erev Yom Kippur, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch ponders the nature of hope in these dark times and urges us to reject “syrupy saccharine” optimism and instead embrace the active, Jewish ideal of hope rooted in good deeds.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Rabbi Angela Buchdahl - The Cries of Isaac and Ishmael (Rosh Hashanah 5786) 21:00

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Angela Buchdahl, renowned senior rabbi of Central Synagogue in New York City, speaks openly about empathy, Israel, and the “most painful experience” of her rabbinic career.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour- Amy Elman and Rabbi Kingsley Onyia 49:23

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Dr. Charles Asher Small explores African sources of strength for Israel with Rabbi Kingsley “Kish” Onyia, president of Nigeria’s Igbo Jewish Communities, and confronts denial of the sexual violence on 10/7 with Kalamazoo College professor Amy Elman.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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The “Soldier’s Rabbi”: Putting Torah and Faith into Action with Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon 1:00:39

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In this special Yom Kippur episode, Justin is joined Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon, Chief Rabbi of Gush Etzion, President of the World Mizrachi Movement, and one of the most transformative rabbinic visionaries of our time to discuss the value and impact of Torah, his approach to social change for Israel’s most vulnerable communities, his role in supporting…

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Rabbi Angela Buchdahl: The Cries of Isaac and Ishmael 21:00

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Angela Buchdahl, renowned senior rabbi of Central Synagogue in New York City, speaks openly about empathy, Israel, and the “most painful experience” of her rabbinic career.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: Two Years On (Rosh Hashanah 5786) 47:17

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Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch reflects on the wounds of October 7 and the tension between power and vulnerability in a Rosh Hashanah sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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In the Spotlight: Vanessa Harper 28:29

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Vanessa M. Harper, Reform rabbi and author of "Loaves of Torah," joins Abby to discuss her passion for creating meaningful Jewish experiences for all ages and how she uses challah to interpret and teach Torah and the Jewish year.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Boycott This" 28:11

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern shares his perspective that while the world may be abandoning Israel, Israel is not abandoning the world—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- "Heed the Call" 30:25

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David opines about the current state of affairs in the American and world Jewish communities, and what can be done to help them avoid "structural collapse."By Jewish Broadcasting Service