Episodes
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Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm joins Justin to discuss how Jewish ideas have shaped world and American history, including the American government, the first Thanksgiving, and American universities. Rabbi Lamm is the Chief Executive of BZ Media, producing Israel content for young audiences outside the Jewish community.
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In Part 2 of Justinâs discussion with Rabbi Irving âYitzâ Greenberg, they explore what âTriumphâ means in Judaism and the Jewish approach to transforming society. Rabbi Irving "Yitz" Greenberg is a preeminent Jewish thinker, theologian, activist, president of the J.J. Greenberg Institute for the Advancement of Jewish Life, and is senior scholar in residence at Hadar. He recently released his magnum opus, âThe Triumph of Life: A Narrative Theology of Judaism.â
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Rabbi Irving âYitzâ Greenberg, one of the most influential Jewish thinkers of the past half century, joins Justin to celebrate the release of his magnum opus, âThe Triumph Of Life: A Narrative Theology of Judaism,â and shares how all of Jewish theology and practice is ultimately about choosing life. Rabbi Irving Yitz Greenberg is president of the J.J. Greenberg Institute for the Advancement of Jewish Life, and is senior scholar in residence at Hadar.
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For the majority of Americans, the economy is the number one issue in this election cycle. Justin is joined by Rabbi David Rosenn, President and CEO of the Hebrew Free Loan Society, which creates economic stability and opportunity for lower income New Yorkers within and beyond the Jewish community through interest-free loans, and is one of over 20 Jewish free loan societies across North America.
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On the occasion of starting to read the Torah from the beginning this year, Justin is joined by In the Spotlight host Abigail Pogrebin and Yeshivat Chovevei Torah President and Rosh HaYeshiva Rabbi Dov Linzer to discuss their new book: âIt Takes Two To Torah: An Orthodox Rabbi and Reform Journalist Discuss and Debate Their Way Through the Five Books of Moses,â a one volume tour of the entire Torah through the medium of one challenging, instructive, irreverent and animated conversation
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No major political figure has had more recent experience trying to negotiate a two-state solution than Tzipi Livni. As we approach the Hebrew calendar anniversary of the darkest day in recent Jewish history, Tzipi Livni joins Justin to discuss her experience, her reflections after one year, and what is possible for the future of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Tzipi Livni has served in eight different cabinet positions under three prime ministers: Ariel Sharon, Ehud Olmert, and Benjamin Netanyahu. Her positions have included Vice Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Minister of Justice. She has also been the official Leader of the Opposition. As foreign minister, Tzipi Livni led negotiations with the Palestinian Authority; she was a key government figure during Israelâs disengagement from Gaza and during Hamasâ subsequent takeover of Gaza. She was foreign minister during Israelâs Second Lebanon War and during Israel's operation to take out Syriaâs nuclear reactor. She is widely regarded as one of the most influential women in Israel since Golda Meir.
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Dr. Erica Brown joins Justin to discuss the holiday of Sukkot and the megillah read on Sukkot, Ecclesiastes (Kohelet), and reflects on faith after October 7. Dr. Brown is the Vice Provost for Values and Leadership at Yeshiva University and the founding director of its Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks-Herenstein Center for Values and Leadership. She is the author of âEcclesiastes and the Search for Meaning,â and âMorning Has Broken - Faith After October 7.â
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Rabbi David Jaffe, author of National Jewish Book Award winning âChanging the World from the Inside Out: A Jewish Approach to Personal and Social Change,â and founder of Kirva, an organization dedicated to integrating personal spiritual development with communal work for social change, leads Justin through a practical Teshuva workshop for Yom Kippur, integrating the teachings of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov and the Mussar Movement.
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In this special program, Rav Daniel Kohn first discusses how to approach prayer and spirituality during challenging times, particularly after October 7, and then leads a Guided Meditation of Love and Light, followed by the singing of Isiahâs hopeful prophecy of the future: âMy house will be called a house of prayer for all peoples.â
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"I will bring them to My sacred mount And let them rejoice in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices Shall be welcome on My altar; For My House shall be called A house of prayer for all peoples.â
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Indie folk-pop trio Distant Cousins join Justin to discuss the evolution of Jewish music since October 7, touring with Matisyahu, and perform their hit singles âHere and Nowâ and âDimati,â from their new album Out of the Darkness. Distant Cousins band members Dov Rosenblatt led the band Blue Fringe, Duvid Swirsky was a founding member of Moshav, and influencer Ami Kozak is known both for his music, as well as his comedy and advocacy, emerging as a key voice since October 7.
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How do we make prayer real? What are the keys to personal growth and transformation around spirituality? Justin is joined by world-renowned prayer and meditation guide, Rabbi Daniel Kohn, from Bat Ayin in the Judean Mountains of Israel, to explore the transformative and uplifting potential of prayer and expanding our consciousness. Rav Daniel is the author of "Book of Yearning: The Siddurâs Path to Love, Growth and Fulfillment."
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Rabba Yaffa Epstein, Senior Scholar and Educator in Residence at the Jewish Education Project, and recent recipient of the prestigious Covenant Award which recognizes exceptional Jewish educators, joins Justin to discuss the lessons learned of the past year as we prepare to educate our youth and also prepare them for the High Holidays.
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The beginning of the Jewish month of Elul marks the beginning of a 40 day period with increased focus on Teshuva, repentance, leading up to the High Holidays. Shai Held, President and Dean, at the Hadar Institute joins Justin to discuss different approaches to Teshuva, including practical applications, as well as Teshuva after October 7, and navigating chronic pain from a theological perspective.
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Rabbi David Ingber, Senior Director for Jewish Life at 92NY, and founding rabbi of Romemu, the largest Renewal synagogue in the United States, discusses his Jewish journey, and what he has learned from Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, and navigating allyship as a proud Jew in Liberal circles.
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In anticipation of his upcoming concert event, âLet There Be Love,â which premiers on Sunday, August 18 at 8pm on JBS, musical artist and song leader Noah Aronson joins Justin to discuss love, the joy of singing and leading prayer, his creative process and his spiritual journey. You can learn more about Noah and his music at www.noaharonson.com.
Hinei Ma Tov theme song by Av Vachim
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Internationally renowned Torah scholar and thought leader Dr. Elana Stein Hain, of the Shalom Hartman Institute, joins Justin to use the lens of the Tisha BâAv, the Jewish national day of mourning our moments of destruction, to talk about how to live through crisis today. Elana is the host of the podcast "TEXTing," and is the author of "Circumventing the Law: Rabbinic Perspectives on Loopholes and Legal Integrity."
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Can a billboard engage Jews? Or fight antisemitism? Justin is joined by Archie Gottesman, the marketing executive behind the eye-catching Manhattan Mini Storage ads, to discuss how she is using clever ad campaigns to target disengaged Jews and seek allies to fight antisemitism through her organization, JewBelong. You can learn more at JewBelong.com
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Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai and is traditionally a holiday of immersive text study. Reflecting on the spirit of the holiday, Justin is joined by Dr. Yehuda Kurtzer, President of the Shalom Hartman Institute, to discuss how they each relate to the Torah and how it informs the way they think today.
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Why do most Jewish communities read the book of Ruth on Shavuot, and why is this story about one Jewish family so important? Justin is joined by international Bible scholar Dr. Yael Ziegler, who is the author of "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy" to explore the meaning of the story and its relevance today. You can find the book here: https://korenpub.com/products/ruthhardcover
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