Best Jewish Broadcasting Service Podcasts (2025)

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A Special Look: Ofir Akunis 28:50

21h ago28:50

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Israel’s Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis, sits down with Teisha Bader in his first diplomatic role abroad.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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"Israel On Our Minds"- Ambassador Ido Aharoni, Part Two (Streicker Center) 59:42

21h ago59:42

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The second installment of an inside look at Israeli current affairs with diplomat, university professor, and writer Ambassador Ido Aharoni, in a program of the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "War Names" 29:37

21h ago29:37

29:37

JBS Journalist Micah Halpern discusses Israel’s operation in Gaza, Gideon’s Chariots, and explains how Israel names its military campaigns—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- Ruth Wisse 58:30

21h ago58:30

58:30

Renowned scholar of Yiddish literature and Jewish political thought, Ruth Wisse joins Dr. Charles Asher Small and David Harris for a conversation on the history of antisemitism, Jewish identity, and contemporary ideological challenges in academia.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Tragedy in Washington 30:56

21h ago30:56

30:56

JBS Strategic Analyst David Harris discusses the tragic killings of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, as well as how to proceed with an "October 8th Playbook" for how to tackle anti-Semitism and all of the issues plaguing world Jewry today.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Awakening the Soul: Rabbi Moshe Weinberger on Chassidut, God, and Living with Fire (The Hidden Wisdom of Torah, Part 5) 59:43

3d ago59:43

59:43

Rabbi Moshe Weinberger, founding rabbi of Congregation Aish Kodesh, shares his passionate vision of a Judaism that speaks to the soul, exploring powerful insights from Chassidut, on connecting with God, living with purpose, navigating the challenges facing the Jewish people, and insights for Shavuot.…

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Special Episode Writers on Writing 2 11:29

3d ago11:29

11:29

It’s a special Writers on Writing episode of “613 Books” podcast where some of host Heather Dean’s favorite authors are speaking about crafting their written work.Think of it as a brief journey inside the minds of a variety of NONFICTION writers to find out a bit about how they churn out the words we read and become inspired, or informed, or just e…

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In the Spotlight: Adam Chalom - Contemporary Humanistic Judaism 27:54

4d ago27:54

27:54

In this enlightening episode of In The Spotlight, Abigail Pogrebin sits down with Rabbi Adam Chalom, a leading voice in Humanistic Judaism and the Dean for North America of the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism. Together, they explore the roots, relevance, and real-world application of Contemporary Humanistic Judaism — a moveme…

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The Hidden Powers of Women in Judaism with Rochie Pinson (The Hidden Wisdom of Torah Part 4) 58:15

5d ago58:15

58:15

Rebbetzin Rochie Pinson, challah master and author of the international bestseller Rising: The Book of Challah, joins Justin to discuss the hidden power of the mitzvot traditionally unique to woman, including baking challah, lighting Shabbat candles and the mikvah, and how they each can serve as catalysts for an an elevated and meaningful life. To …

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Hostage Affairs: A Brother's Lament (Ilay David with Benjamin Anthony) 1:04:52

8d ago1:04:52

1:04:52

Ilay David, brother of hostage Evyatar David, joins Benjamin Anthony to share his brother’s harrowing experience and to call for renewed public urgency in demanding the hostages' release.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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"Aftermath of the Iran Attack: Has Tehran Changed the Rules of the Game?"- Dr. Eyal Pinko (Jerusalem Press Club) 28:17

8d ago28:17

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Dr. Eyal Pinko (Bar-Ilan University) breaks down Iran's recent attack on Israel, examining Iran’s warfare tactics, Israel’s strategic response options, the future of Lebanon amidst tensions with Hezbollah and more with JPC’s Talia Dekel-Fleissig.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Stable Genius?" 27:56

8d ago27:56

27:56

JBS Journalist Micah Halpern unpacks President Trump’s new Middle East policy—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 - Abe Foxman 58:47

8d ago58:47

58:47

Lawyer, activist, and National Director Emeritus of the ADL, Abe Foxman joins ISGAP’s Charles Asher Small and David Harris in the JBS studio to discuss the current crisis in Israel and the U.S.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Eurovision Triumph 30:13

8d ago30:13

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JBS Strategic Analyst David Harris describes Nova massacre survivor Yuval Rafael's recent triumph on behalf of the State of Israel at the Eurovision song contest, as well as the newest betrayals of Israel by western European nations.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Miriam Schweitzer and her Cholent and Chadors 32:15

10d ago32:15

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Miriam Schweitzer, a Chassidic woman who lives in Antwerp, Belgium is the featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” podcast, produced and hosted by Heather Dean.Miriam lives with Multiple Sclerosis, and she nonetheless lives an active, busy life and she recently published a memoir that she calls: “Cholent and Chadors: A Chassidic woman's experi…

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The Hidden Holiness of Jerusalem and Zion with Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum (The Hidden Wisdom of Torah Part 3) 58:21

10d ago58:21

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Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum, founding rabbi of the Zion community in Jerusalem and co-founder and head of the Israeli Rabbinic Seminary at the Hartman Institute, joins Justin to continue our exploration of Pnimiyut HaTorah—the hidden wisdom of Torah, the inner dimension of Jewish spirituality that speaks to the soul and calls us to transformation, w…

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In the Spotlight: Yardena Schwartz - Ghosts Of A Holy War 27:52

11d ago27:52

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In this compelling episode of In The Spotlight, journalist and author Yardena Schwartz joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss her powerful new book, "Ghosts of a Holy War". With deep reporting and personal insight, Schwartz explores the generational trauma, religious fervor, and political fault lines that define the Israeli-Palestinian conflict today. A…

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AJC Global Forum 2025: Opening Plenary 1:59:41

14d ago1:59:41

1:59:41

Hear from those directly impacted by 10/7, Jewish leaders from around the world, and a panel of top journalists offering a behind-the-headlines look at current affairs in Israel in the opening plenary of the premier global Jewish advocacy conference.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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A Special Look: Dani Dayan (Yad Vashem) 28:23

14d ago28:23

28:23

The chairman of Yad Vashem discusses the new complex being built there, the mission to preserve the memory of the Shoah, his participation at the Tree of Life groundbreaking, October 7th and more with Teisha Bader.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "For Me and Not for Thee?" 29:42

15d ago29:42

29:42

JBS Journalist Micah Halpern voices his support for the summary deportation of pro-Palestinian protesters, and why he believes that their immediate removal is not a violation of due process or the First Amendment (or any other parts of the Constitution), even if they are American citizens—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.…

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Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Post-10/7 Israel Education & Campus Environments" (Rachel Fish, Cary Nelson, and David Patterson) 59:45

15d ago59:45

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Dr. Rachel Fish discusses Israel education post-October 7th, while Dr. David Patterson and Dr. Cary Nelson examine the surge of anti-Israel sentiment on American campuses, with ISGAP leaders Charles Asher Small and David Harris.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Dalia Ziada Returns Again 29:44

15d ago29:44

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Back by popular demand, peace activist, human rights advocate, and Middle East scholar Dalia Ziada returns to discuss Egypt’s attempts to revoke her citizenship over her support for Israel since October 7 and her criticism of Egyptian policy.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Barbara Bensoussan and her book Seven Blessings and a Murder 19:58

17d ago19:58

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Author and Mishpacha magazine writer Barbara Bensoussan is back on “613 Books” podcast, this time to discuss her new book, “Seven Blessings and a Murder.”This is a thrilling novel featuring a colorful assortment of family members from England, France, and the U.S. who converge in Jerusalem for the wedding. Some of the relatives are devoutly religio…

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Bringing the Hidden Jewish Wisdom to Campuses - Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld and Meor (The Hidden Wisdom of Torah Part 2) 58:11

17d ago58:11

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Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld, Founder and President of Meor and a co-founder and Rosh Yeshiva of Machon Yaakov and Machon Shlomo in Har Nof in Israel, joins Justin to discuss his unique approach to educating young adults on college campuses, the transformative power of the hidden wisdom of Torah, and how that wisdom can inspire and elevate us all. You c…

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Iris Haim in Conversation with Benjamin Anthony 1:30:03

22d ago1:30:03

1:30:03

MirYam Institute co-founder Benjamin Anthony sits with Iris Haim, the mother of Yotam Haim z”l, who was taken hostage by Hamas on October 7th and tragically killed in a heartbreaking IDF operational miscalculation.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Nathan Silver- "Between the Temples" 30:49

22d ago30:49

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Eric Goldman is joined by filmmaker Nathan Silver to discuss his ninth feature, “Between the Temples,” starring Jason Schwartzman as a cantor facing a crisis of faith when his former music teacher returns as an adult bat mitzvah student.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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"Israel On Our Minds"- Ambassador Ido Aharoni (Streicker Center) 1:19:50

22d ago1:19:50

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Israeli diplomat Ambassador Ido Aharoni pulls back the curtain on recent Israeli affairs, answering your questions and taking us behind the scenes into the thinking and actions of government, business leaders and the Israeli public, in a program of the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Thanks for the Memories" 28:09

22d ago28:09

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern opines on the greatness of the Jewish calendar, as well as the meaning of Jewish memory—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- Izabella Tabarovsky 31:05

22d ago31:05

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David is joined by Soviet-born, Israel-based Izabella Tabarovsky, a top-notch researcher and analyst of the Soviet influence on contemporary antisemitism, as well as the nexus between antisemitism and anti-Zionism.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Shannon Nuszen and her book I Once Was Lost 47:50

24d ago47:50

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Producer and host of “Six-Thirteen Boks” Podcast Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “Six-Thirteen Books” Podcast is author Shannon Nuszen, who founded the nonprofit organization Beyneynu, and is also a sought-after public speaker.Shannon is a former Evangelical Christian missionary who grew up studying and analyzing Christian scriptur…

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Zev Reichman on Rebbe Nachman (The Hidden Wisdom of Torah Part 1) 58:24

24d ago58:24

58:24

Why Rebbe Nachman Still Speaks to Us, with Rabbi Zev Reichman (Hidden Wisdom of Torah Part 1) As we count the Omer and prepare for Shavuot, we begin a new series on Pnimiyut HaTorah—the inner, hidden wisdom of Torah. In this first episode, Rabbi Zev Reichman returns to Jewish Insights with Justin Pines to help us understand why the Omer is such a p…

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In the Spotlight: Montana Tucker - Social Media Activism 28:31

25d ago28:31

28:31

On this powerful episode of In The Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin, singer, dancer, and social media activist Montana Tucker shares the deeply personal story of her Holocaust survivor grandparents and how their legacy has shaped her identity and purpose. She discusses her rise as a digital voice for Jewish advocacy, the challenges of speaking out o…

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Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: "One Life" 34:06

30d ago34:06

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Eric Goldman is joined in discussion about "One Life," the film by James Hawes in which Anthony Hopkins stars as Nicholas Winton, a man who rescued over 600 children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia. He is joined by the director, James Hawes, as well as Nicholas Winton's son, Nick Winton, and one of "Nicky's Children," Eva Paddock, a woman who was…

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Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Future Fadeout?" 26:18

30d ago26:18

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JBS Journalist Micah Halpern discusses why he has great confidence in the next generation—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Rabbi Hirsch: When the Storms Rage 14:13

1M ago14:13

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In these hyper-tense times, Rabbi Hirsch discusses the art and life of Van Gogh, reminding his congregation of the importance of staying rooted and making space for Jewish reflection amidst the fury of our relentless politics.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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In the Spotlight: Hen Mazzig - Diverse Jewish Voices 28:12

1M ago28:12

28:12

In this powerful conversation, Hen Mazzig — Israeli writer, activist, and advocate — sits down with Abigail Pogrebin to share his journey and his crucial role in shaping today's Jewish conversation. As a proud Mizrahi Jew, Hen speaks about amplifying diverse Jewish voices, fighting antisemitism, and building bridges across cultures. Hear how his pe…

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The Soul of Israel with Dr. Daniel Gordis 57:18

1M ago57:18

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In preparation for Yom Hazikaron, Israel’s Remembrance Day, and Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day, Justin is joined by Dr. Daniel Gordis—renowned author, thinker, and Koret Distinguished Fellow at Shalem College, whose work has profoundly shaped our understanding of Israel’s history, identity, and challenges - to reflect on the meaning of t…

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Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Beth Lane- "UnBroken" STREAMING on NETFLIX NOW! 36:01

1M ago36:01

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Eric Goldman speaks with filmmaker Beth Lane about "UnBroken," her directorial debut chronicling the survival of her mother and six siblings - seven Jewish children who escaped Nazi Germany and were separated for decades before being reunited. The film is now streaming on Netflix- watch it today!By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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A Special Look: Mark Schonwetter 29:49

1M ago29:49

29:49

Teisha Bader is joined by Mark Schonwetter, Holocaust survivor and founder of the Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation, the only organization granting funds for Holocaust education to schools nationwide.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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A Special Look: Herb Block on the Zionist Elections 24:20

1M ago24:20

24:20

Herbert Block, Executive Director of the American Zionist Movement, joins Teisha to discuss the 39th World Zionist Congress elections, American Jewry’s most powerful opportunity to help shape Israel’s future.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- John Spencer 29:49

1M ago29:49

29:49

David Harris is joined by John Spencer, a former U.S. military officer, urban warfare specialist, and a keen observer of the Hamas-triggered war with Israel.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Chiune Sugihara, the ‘Japanese Schindler’ — with Chuhiro Sugihara and Rabbi Avram Mlotek 57:07

1M ago57:07

57:07

Chiune Sugihara, known as the "Japanese Schindler," risked everything to save thousands of Jews during the Shoah (Holocaust) by issuing life-saving visas against his government's orders. Now, in this powerful Yom HaShoah conversation on Jewish Insights with Justin Pines, his grandson, Chihiro Sugihara, meets Rabbi Avram Mlotek, the grandson of Yosl…

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In the Spotlight: Mishy Harman - Israel Story 27:03

1M ago27:03

27:03

Join host Abigail Pogrebin for an inspiring conversation with Mishy Harman, creator and host of the acclaimed podcast Israel Story. Often described as "the Israeli This American Life," Israel Story brings to life the extraordinary, surprising, and deeply human stories of people across Israel, revealing the complexities and richness of Israeli socie…

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Arsen Ostrovsky Returns 30:30

1M ago30:30

30:30

International human rights lawyer and social media influencer Arsen Ostrovsky joins David Harris in the studio to discuss defending Israel in the courts, on campuses, with governments, and in the media.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- Passover 30:01

1M ago30:01

30:01

David Harris reflects on the modern-day exoduses of Soviet and Ethiopian Jewry—historic journeys he witnessed firsthand—and shares why these stories should be integral to our Passover narrative and ongoing Jewish identity.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Defending Israel with David Harris- "I Still Have Your Back" 31:12

1M ago31:12

31:12

David offers a tour de force monologue about the current situation in Israel and its place in the world and how he, and other American Jewish defenders of the State and of the Jewish people, fit into it.By Jewish Broadcasting Service

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Inside the Mind of Rabbi Yosef Dov Soloveitchik: Rabbi Reichman Shares Rare Insights 58:03

2M ago58:03

58:03

What was it like to learn from Rabbi Yosef Dov Soloveitchik, one of the greatest Jewish thinkers of the 20th century? On the occasion of Rabbi Soloveitchik’s yahrzeit, Rabbi Hershel Reichman—renowned scholar, author, and devoted student of the Rav for several decades — shares rare insights into Rabbi Soloveitchik’s teachings, philosophy, and lastin…

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In the Spotlight: Daniel Mutlu - Sing A Little More 28:00

2M ago28:00

28:00

In this moving episode of In The Spotlight on JBS, Abigail Pogrebin sits down with Cantor Daniel Mutlu for an in-depth conversation about his brand-new album, Sing A Little More. Together, they explore the inspiration behind the music, the role of Jewish song in today's world, and the power of lifting our voices even — and especially — in challengi…

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Rabbis Roundtable: Preparing for Passover (Rabbis Buchdahl, Cosgrove & Steinmetz) 54:44

2M ago54:44

54:44

Esteemed NYC rabbis Angela Buchdahl (Central Synagogue - Reform), Elliott Cosgrove (Park Avenue Synagogue - Conservative), and Chaim Steinmetz (Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun - Modern Orthodox) join together to share insights and reflections on preparing for Passover and what the holiday means to them and their communities.…

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Passover & Baderech - Judah Mischel - Jewish Insights with Justin Pines 56:09

2M ago56:09

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Rabbi Judah Mischel joins Jewish Insights with Justin Pines for a powerful conversation on the meaning of Passover. He explores baderech—the path to redemption—accepting your higher self, and the beauty of Jewish rituals leading up to the holiday. In a time of rising antisemitism, Rabbi Mischel reminds us of the strength and joy found in proudly li…

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