Best The Jewish Chronicle Podcasts (2025)

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Traveler, Chronicler & Scholar: The Chida 47:43

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Journeying through large swaths of the Jewish world of the 18th century, Rav Chaim Yosef David Azulai (1724-1806), known by his acronym the Chida, was privy to the broad range of the various Jewish communities across Europe and North Africa, as well as observing the happenings within each community as an objective observer. He recorded his impressi…

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Ep 182: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Ronnit Kessler on hmTv 25:19

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Send us a text At 99 and 96 respectively, Meir and Doris Yusupovix have outlived the ghettos of Papaniki and Łódź, the death march to Mauthausen—and even a brief imprisonment fighting for Israel’s independence. On Episode 182 of Legacy Chronicles: Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future, host Donna Rosenblum sits down with their daughter, second‑gene…

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Ep 180: Putting the Brakes on Bullying with Samantha Sosnik and guest Joanne Savastano on hmTv 25:33

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Send us a text When special‑education veteran Joanne Savastano joined forces with host Samantha Sosnik, sparks flew—in a good way! In this heartfelt episode of Putting the Brakes on Bullying, Joanne draws on over 40 years of classroom wisdom to show how small acts of inclusion can spark big changes. From her pioneering “Buddy Club” that transformed…

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Ep 181: Putting the Brakes on Bullying with Samantha Sosnik and guest Harriet Roslow on hmTv 22:13

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Send us a text At 95 years young, Holocaust survivor and lifelong New Yorker Harriet Roslow has lived through eras without TV, smartphones, or safe‐walking apps—and she’s here to tell us why kindness was the secret sauce back then and how we can reclaim it today. In this no‑sugar‑coated conversation, Harriet recalls stutter‑breaking tap‑dance lesso…

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Chronicles 2 ch.11 - Rechavam's Achievements 11:28

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If last chapter, Rechavam makes quite a blunder losing the 10 northern tribes and splitting the kingdom, chapter 11 offers many of Rechavam's achievements. But his success is only going to last as long as he follows God! In ch.12 he abandons God and it all falls apart!

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Ep 179: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guests Harley Moritz & Romy Fruman on hmTv 20:23

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Send us a text Join Donna Rosenblum for Episode 179 of Legacy Chronicles, where two Hewlett teens—Romy Fruman and Harley Moritz—reimagine remembrance with their Kindertransport clothespin project. Discover how interviewing survivor Manfred Corman led them to collect 10,000 decorated pins as a powerful art installation and classroom activity, launch…

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Ep 178: Habits of a Whole Heart with Arnie Herz and guest Bernie Furshpan on hmTv 24:47

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Send us a text Join Arnie Herz for Episode 178 of Habits of a Whole Heart, as Holocaust educator and activist Bernie Furshpan returns to share the story behind his powerful documentary, The Weight of Memory: I Am Bernie Furshpan. Dive into his father’s astonishing survival in a Polish forest, the urgent mission to teach young people that hate is a …

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Ep 177: Habits of a Whole Heart with Arnie Herz and guest Peter Samuelson on hmTv 26:42

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Arnie Herz sits down with producer‑activist Peter Samuelson—author of Finding Happy and founder of the First Star foster‑care mentorship program—to reveal the no‑BS habits that power his wholehearted life. Learn how a 5 a.m. writing ritual, an hour of student email “office hours,” and a $200 pay‑it‑forward cha…

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Ep 176: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Peter Klein on hmTv 23:38

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Send us a text In this episode of Ordinary Heroes, Dr. Bernie Furshpan sits down with longtime friend and financial visionary Peter Klein, the driving force behind the Claire Freedlander Family Foundation. Together they unpack how grants can be treated as strategic investments rather than simple donations, explore the million‑dollar launch of HMTC’…

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Chronicles 2 ch.10 - The Kingdom Splits! 14:55

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After Solomon, the kingdom splits into two states - Ephraim and Yehudah. Today we address the friction between these two factions, going back to Rachel and Leah, and forward to the days of the Messiah.

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Chronicles 2 ch.9 - Fame and Fortune 12:54

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This chapter discusses the state visits of foreign kings and queens, but more than anything we find it replete with gold (16 mentions) and silver (4 mentions). Is this good news or bad news?

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Ep 175: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and guest Russell Cohen on hmTv 25:09

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Send us a text Join host Liam Carballal and special‑ed social studies teacher Russell Cohen in Episode 175 of History Repeats on HMTV, as they unpack Shanghai’s jaw‑dropping asylum for nearly 20,000 Jews during World War II. From an opium‑fueled trade imbalance that opened “treaty ports” to the bizarre irony of Nazis begging the Japanese to hand ov…

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Chronicles 2 ch.8 - The Sailors of King Solomon 15:18

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Today we discuss the contradictions between Sefer MEalkhim and Chronicles. And we discuss the music that has been the soundtrack of our podcast: Lyrics of the song Hebrew English Versions of the song Traditional version - Elana Rubina Jazz version - Avishai Cohen A little more about the poem/song - here…

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Ep 174: Many Voices One Community with Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews and guest Victoria Crosby on hmTv 27:28

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Send us a text Episode 174: “Finding Home—and Hope—in Glen Cove” In this special conversation, host Gaitley Stevenson‑Mathews sits down with Glen Cove’s beloved Poet Laureate, Victoria Crosby. Victoria shares the surprising, radio‑inspired moment that brought her from England to our shores, her journey as a community champion—from serving as music …

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Ep 172: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Jorge Cortez on hmTv 24:57

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Send us a text In Episode 172 of Influential Origins, host Alan Mindel sits down with Jorge Cortez, who escaped El Salvador’s civil war and a devastating earthquake to chase the American dream. From a remote farm—where hospitals were as rare as snow—to midnight supermarket meet‑cutes and building a thriving maintenance business, Jorge’s story is pu…

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Ep 173: Many Voices One Community with Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews and guest Toya Davison hmTv 27:37

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Send us a text In Episode 173 of Many Voices, One Community, Gaitley Stevenson‑Mathews sits down with Glen Cove legend Toya Davis to explore what “service above self” truly means. From championing students at Tiegerman School and serving as President of the Rotary Club, to hosting a sold‑out pickleball tournament for Cove Animal Rescue and dressing…

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Ep 171: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Donna Rosenblum on hmTv 25:05

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Send us a text Echoes of the Past Episode 171 dives into the unsettling world of everyday antisemitism as Zachary Graulich and Donna Rosenblum unpack the story behind an 1892 German beerstein plastered with hateful caricatures and slogans. Through expert analysis and first‑hand reflections, they reveal how such seemingly innocuous objects normalize…

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Ep 170: The UN, Society, and Antisemitism with Susanne Seperson and guest Danyal Khan 27:07

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Send us a text In Episode 170, host Dr. Suzanne Bleber Seperson sits down with U.S. Army veteran and interfaith pioneer Danyal Khan, founder of the American Peace Committee, to tackle the twin challenges of antisemitism and Islamophobia on the world stage and in our neighborhoods. From his childhood in Kashmir and Brooklyn to his time in uniform an…

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Ep 169: The Dana Download with Dana Arschin and guest Michael Kraslow on hmTv 31:34

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Send us a text In this inaugural episode of The Dana Download, host Dana Arschin Kraslow sits down with her husband—and venture capitalist—Michael Kraslow for a candid, wide‑ranging conversation. They trace their chance meeting on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, explore Michael’s journey from Long Island to Columbia Business School, and delve into his…

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Chronicles 2 ch.7 - The Great Deuteronomic Caveat 8:45

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Solomon has prayed. Will God respond? He does. Fire descends from heaven. This is followed by much celebration. But after it is all over, God appears yet again to Solomon and, on the one hand, asserts that he has accepted Solomon's prayer. On the other hand he warns that any promises are conditional. If the Torah and it slaws are not observed, then…

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Chronicles 2 ch.6 - God in the Temple, or in the Heavens? 9:21

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Is God in the Temple? Or in the Heavens?

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Chronicles 2 ch.5 - What was inside the Holy of Holies? 15:39

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What was inside the Holy of Holies? Did Solomon make adjustments to the Ark of the Covenant? What was inside the Ark of the Covenant?

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Chronicles 2 ch.4 - Bronze Vessels 10:50

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Today we speak about a whole groups of new additions to the Temple: Bronze pillars, a huge water receptacle called the "Yam", a new altar far larger than Moses' original, 10 tables, 10 basins, ten Menorahs. Why do we need all this furniture? What was the permissibility of these new additions to the Sanctuary?…

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Chronicles 2 ch.3 - Outward Facing 15:01

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Today we discuss 4 topics. 1. The identification of the Temple altar as a historic site of sacrifice. 2. The image of the palm tree as a Judean royal symbol 3. Interesting Hebrew words in ch.2 and 3 4. The "outward facing" cherubs.

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Ep 168: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Ron Brawer on hmTv 27:35

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Send us a text Episode 168: Raised by Survivors Host: Bernie Furshpan Guest: Ron Brawer Description: In this moving episode, Bernie Furshpan welcomes long-time friend and Emmy-winning television music director Ron Brawer to share his journey as a second-generation Holocaust survivor. Ron recounts his family’s narrow escape from Berlin, the decades-…

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Ep 167: Many Voices One Community with Gaitley Stevenson Mathews and guest Barbara Keber on hmTv 29:45

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Send us a text Join host Gaitley Stevenson Mathews in Episode 167 of Many Voices, One Community, as he welcomes Dr. Barbara Keber from Glen Cove Hospital. Dr. Keber shares her remarkable journey from delivering hundreds of Glen Cove babies to becoming a key healthcare leader at Northwell Health. Discover how the community and hospital united during…

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Ep 166 Many Voices One Community with Gaitley Stevenson Mathews and guest Maxine Mayreis on hmTv 28:11

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Send us a text Episode 166 – “Legacy in Motion: Dr. Maxine Mayreis on Healing, Heritage & a Thriving Glen Cove” In this uplifting installment of Many Voices, One Community, host Gaitley Stevenson Matthews sits down with longtime friend and powerhouse community leader Dr. Maxine Mayreis—third-generation chiropractor, Glen Cove native, and president …

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Ep 165 Many Voices One Community with Gaitley Stevenson Mathews and guest Bill Whitton on hmTv 28:00

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Send us a text Episode 165: Serving With Heart — A Conversation with Glen Cove Police Chief Bill Whitten Join host Gaitley Stevenson Matthews as he sits down with Glen Cove Police Chief Bill Whitten to explore the journey from local roots to leading a trusted police force. Chief Whitten shares what inspired his career in law enforcement, the innova…

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Ep 164: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Burt Rochelson on hmTv 28:06

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Send us a text Raised by Survivors — Ep 164: Healing from the Holocaust Legacy with Dr. Burt Roshelson In this deeply moving episode of Raised by Survivors, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with Dr. Burt Roshelson, a Long Island physician and son of Holocaust survivor Eli Gersian Roshelson. Burt shares his father’s remarkable journey—from enduring br…

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Ep 163: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Daniel Frankel on hmTv 28:29

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Send us a text Episode 163: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and Daniel Frankel Get ready to be inspired by Daniel Frankel — a man who blends the power of sports, music, and deep Jewish values to uplift communities and heal hearts. From his journey as a college golf star to directing youth golf programs for veterans, Daniel shares how golf offe…

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Ep 162: The Fog of War and Humanity with Rich Acritelli and guest Fred Sganga P2 on hmTv 26:22

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Send us a text On this episode of The Fog of War and Humanity, host Rich Aretelli sits down with Fred Sganga, Executive Director of the Long Island State Veterans Home, for a no-nonsense look at what it really takes to care for our aging heroes. They unpack the decades-long fallout of Agent Orange, reveal how Stony Brook Medicine’s “teaching nursin…

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Ep 161: The Fog of War and Humanity with Rich Acritelli and guest Fred Sganga P1 on hmTv 25:35

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Send us a text Episode 161: Caring for Our Veterans — Inside the Long Island State Veterans Home with Fred Sganga Join host Rich Acritelli as he sits down with Fred Sganga, the longtime Executive Director of the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University. With over 25 years leading this unique 350-bed skilled nursing facility, Fred s…

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Ep 158: The Fog of War and Humanity with Rich Acritelli and guest Frank D'Aversa P1 on hmTv 26:20

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Send us a text Ep 158: The Fog of War and Humanity – Vietnam Veteran Frank D’Aversa Shares a Life at Sea and Service Join host Rich Acritelli for a captivating conversation with Vietnam veteran Frank D’Aversa, who takes us from his childhood fishing near the Whitestone Bridge in Queens to his decades-long Navy career aboard aircraft carriers during…

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Ep 159: The Fog of War and Humanity with Rich Acritelli and guest Frank D'Aversa P2 on hmTv 26:06

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Send us a text The Fog of War and Humanity | Ep 159 Host Rich Acritelli continues his conversation with Vietnam Navy veteran Frank D’Aversa, diving deep into life aboard aircraft carriers during the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam War. From intense training and relentless flight operations to close calls with combat and the long-lasting impact…

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Ep 160: The Fog of War and Humanity with Rich Acritelli and guest Frank D'Aversa P3 on hmTv 29:14

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Send us a text In Episode 160 of The Fog of War and Humanity, Rich Acritelli sits down with Vietnam veteran and lifelong advocate Frank D’Aversa for a heartfelt conversation about military service, resilience, and community. Frank shares his journey from Navy mechanic to veteran mentor, his decades-long commitment to the reserves, and his pivotal r…

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Ep 157: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and guest Richard Acritelli on hmTv 25:59

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Send us a text History Repeats Ep. 157 | Iran, Israel & The Middle East Today Join Liam Carballal and Richard Acritelli on History Repeats as they unpack the complex and high-stakes relationship between Iran and Israel. From the legacy of the Shah and the Iranian Revolution to the modern-day nuclear tensions and proxy conflicts, this episode dives …

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Ep 156: Disrupting Hate with Ken Schachter and guest Eva Rosenstein on hmTv 31:45

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Send us a text In Episode 156 of Disrupting Hate on HMTV, host Ken Schachter sits down with Eva Rosenstein, founder of the Lilian Wilder Center for Communication Excellence. Eva shares her fascinating journey from the high-tech world to coaching some of the most influential Israeli and American communicators. Together, they explore the power of pro…

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Ep 155: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Shelly Piekny Smolar 25:15

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Send us a text Episode 155: Raised by Survivors — A Conversation with Shelly Piekny Smolar Join host Bernie Furshpan on Raised by Survivors as he sits down with dear friend and fellow second-generation survivor Shelly Piekny Smolar. Born in a displaced persons camp and raised in Brooklyn’s tight-knit survivor community, Shelly shares candid memorie…

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Ep 154: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Patti Edelstein on hmTv 24:09

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Send us a text In this deeply moving episode of Raised by Survivors, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with Patti Edelstein to explore her family's incredible journey of survival and resilience. Patti shares the harrowing story of her father’s narrow escape from Nazi Germany in 1941, the challenges her family faced, and how their legacy shapes her lif…

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Chronicles II ch.2 - Solomon and Hiram . A Religious Alliance 11:26

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Solomon wastes no time. He organizes a lobor force and gets to work on the Temple project. He appeals to Hiram, King of Tyre, asking him to provide timber to build the Temple. In today's podcast we discuss the contrast and divergence between the account of the Solomon-Hiram alliance in the Book of Kings/Melakhim, and here in Divrei Hayamim.…

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Ep 153: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Deborah Lauter on hmTv 17:09

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Send us a text Episode 153: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan featuring Deborah Lauter In Episode 153 of Ordinary Heroes, host Dr. Bernie Furshpan sits down with Deborah Lauter, Executive Director of the Olga Lengyel Institute (TOLI), at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County. Deborah shares insights into TOLI’s remarkable …

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Chronicles II ch.1 - Unifying the Mikdash 11:14

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In this chapter, Solomon travels to Gibeon to bring sacrifices there. What is Gibeon? Why is Solomon sacrificing there? How does this play a role in Solomon's life? In the story of the Temple?

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Ep 152: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Linda Orgel on hmTv 23:16

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Send us a text Legacy Chronicles Ep 152: Carrying the Torch with Linda Orgel In this powerful episode of Legacy Chronicles, host Zachary Graulich sits down with Linda Orgel, a dedicated second-generation Holocaust survivor and docent at HMTC. Linda shares her family’s harrowing history—from her father’s incredible survival story in Nazi-occupied Po…

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Chronicles I ch.29 - Donations of the Heart 10:41

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With this chapter Solomon is crowned and David dies. The final lines that we hear from David are incorporated into our prayer book. It is a chapter that talks about the participation of the nation, about the motivations of the heart, and about God's greatness.

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Chronicles I ch.28 - Solomon's Accession 14:49

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This is the account of 1. Shelomo's accession to the throne 2. The transmission of the Temple project from David to Shelomo

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Chronicles I ch.27 - Officers of the State 9:42

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This chapter moves on from the Temple and itemizes four areas of David's national infrastructure: 1. The army reserves 2. Tribal leaders 3. Stewards of the king 4. David's Cabinet and Advisory

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Ep 151: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Sami Steigman P2 on hmTv 27:10

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Send us a text Episode 151 of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv features an inspiring conversation with Holocaust survivor and activist Sami Steigman. Sami shares his harrowing childhood experiences in Transnistria, surviving Nazi medical experiments, and the profound impact of his family’s history. He reflects on the importance of educating the next generat…

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Ep 150: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Sami Steigman P1 on hmTv 23:02

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Send us a text Episode 150 of Ordinary Heroes on HMTV features an inspiring conversation with Sami Steigman, an 85-year-old Holocaust survivor, activist, motivational speaker, and educator. Sami shares his remarkable journey from surviving the Holocaust, serving in the Israeli Air Force, and immigrating to the United States, to becoming a passionat…

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Chronicles I ch.26 - The Temple Guards 11:32

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Our chapter continues to delineate the roles of the Levites. Three roles are described: 1. Guards and gatekeepers 2. Treasurers and Officials responsible for the storehouses 3. Magistrates and Law Enforcement (Police) We shall discuss the need for guards and gatekeepers in the Temple.

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Chronicles I ch.25 - Music and Prophecy 10:51

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In our chapter, Kind David organizes the musical guilds of the Levites, yet again dividing them into 24 groups. We hear names familiar from Tehillim - Heman, Yedutoun and Assaf. But we will focus on the verb nb"a or נב"א which seems to be indicative of prophecy, and yet, here expresses music. What is the relationship between music and prophecy?…