Podcasts about Conservative Judaism

Rabbis Jeffrey and Josh explore the current state of Conservative Judaism. Rabbi Matt is out this week but will be back for the next episode. Jeffrey and Josh are both Reform Jewish rabbis who took the leap into Conservative Jewish congregations.  The two of them discuss the simiilarities and differences between Reform and Conservative Judaism and reflect on the current state of the Conservative Jewish movement. Along the way they  reflect on the meaning of Jewish law and ritual and its significance in contemporary Jewish life and where things might be headed   *Note: The audio of Rabbi Josh's voice is terrible in the first part of the conversation. Our apologies! 

Send us a textJoin us on an enlightening journey with Dr. Beth Ricanati, whose unique path from Reform to Conservative Judaism offers a tapestry of cultural richness and personal growth. Through engaging anecdotes, Dr. Ricanati warmly shares her upbringing her transition to the spiritual experience creating Challah in her home and beyond. We explore the playful and heartfelt family traditions, such as the amusing "Challah Monster," and discuss how Jewish customs have shaped her approach to parenting and education.Dr. Ricanati also opens up about her fascinating professional journey, starting with a background in Art History that seamlessly lead to a career in medicine. Her experiences at Columbia and the Cleveland Clinic inspired the creation of Lifestyle 180, a program that integrates nutrition, exercise, and stress management to combat chronic diseases. This chapter of her life highlights the importance of adaptability, especially her move to sunny Southern California, where new opportunities and joys awaited her. Her story underscores the transformative power of lifestyle changes on personal well-being.Finally, immerse yourself in the comforting world of challah-making with Dr. Ricanati, who transformed from a physician experiencing burnout to a passionate author and workshop leader. The therapeutic process of baking led to her book, "Braided: A Journey of a Thousand Challahs," and nationwide challah workshops. Through these experiences, she discovered the profound health benefits of engaging in meaningful rituals and building community connections. With her insights, you'll be inspired to embrace the power of traditions and find peace in the simple joys of life.Support the show

If you encounter someone who wants to talk about God, odds are that person isn't Jewish. Why? I am talking to a friend of mine about his experience on various dating sites. He tells me that from time to time, he will come across a profile that seems promising. And then, right there in the first paragraph, the woman will write: “Must love God.” As he scrolls down a little further, he sees that she is a Christian – and that she inevitably describes her politics as “conservative.” “I don't get it,” he says to me. “Why is it that anyone who writes ‘must love God' is always Christian? I'm Jewish. I love God. Do these people think that only Christians love God? And since when does ‘must love God' mean ‘must be a Christian – and of a particular kind and political persuasion?'” That was the question that led me into a conversation with Professor Arnold Eisen, one of American Judaism's most esteemed thinkers and personalities. From 2006 to 2020, he served as the chancellor of the Jewish Theological Seminary of America – the flagship academic institution of Conservative Judaism – where he was only the second non-rabbi to serve in that post. He is an author of many books, and a cherished teacher and public intellectual.

Rabbi Dr Elliot Cosgrove discusses his timely new book:-For Such A Time As This: On Being Jewish TodayElliot Cosgrove is a leading voice of American Jewry and a preeminent spiritual guide and thought leader. The rabbi of Park Avenue Synagogue since 2008, he was ordained at the Jewish Theological Seminary in 1999 and earned his PhD at the University of Chicago Divinity School. He sits on the Chancellor's Cabinet of Jewish Theological Seminary and on the editorial board of Masorti: The New Journal of Conservative Judaism. An officer of the New York Board of Rabbis, he serves on the boards of UJA-Federation of New York, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, and the Hillel of University of Michigan and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Rabbi Cosgrove was honored to represent the Jewish community at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum during the visit of Pope Francis to New York. A frequent contributor to Jewish journals and periodicals, he is the author of fifteen volumes of sermons and the editor of Jewish Theology in Our Time.

Nate Berman went all-in on Conservative Judaism, only to figure out it wasn't for him. Nate was destined to teach. He just needed the right environment in which to flourish. This is his story. Saturday to Shabbos is a Tachlis Media podcast. Learn more at tachlismedia.com

In this episode, we continue our discussion on how Jewish denominations came into existence.  In Part 3, we focus on how the Conservative branch began.  Join us as we explore this fascinating topic.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Today, we bring you a bonus episode of What Matters Now, a weekly podcast exploring one key issue currently shaping Israel and the Jewish World. This episode features host Amanda Borschel-Dan speaking with Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove. Cosgrove is a leading voice in Conservative Judaism, who has served as head rabbi of New York's Park Avenue Synagogue since 2008. We speak about his soon-to-be-published book, "For Such a Time as This: On Being Jewish Today" (Harper Collins), which was written after the October 7 Hamas massacre of 1,200 and abduction of 251. The book is a blend of memoir, Torah study and reflection on what it means to be a Jew in the Diaspora today even as Israel continues its war on Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Using the October 7 onslaught as a touchstone, the book is roughly divided into past, present and future and examines the connection between American Jewry and Israel throughout the decades. Cosgrove addresses concerns such as a new generation of young Jewish Americans who are proud of their religious heritage, but repudiate the nationalism exhibited by the Jewish state. So this week, we ask Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, what matters now. For news updates, please check out The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog. Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod Waves. IMAGE: Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, head rabbi of New York's Park Avenue Synagogue, holding his new book, 'For Such a Time as This: On Being Jewish Today,' September 11, 2024. (Courtesy)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to What Matters Now, a weekly podcast exploring one key issue currently shaping Israel and the Jewish World with host Amanda Borschel-Dan. This week, we're joined by Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, a leading voice in Conservative Judaism, who has served as head rabbi of New York's Park Avenue Synagogue since 2008. We speak about his soon-to-be-published book, "For Such a Time as This: On Being Jewish Today" (Harper Collins), which was written after the October 7 Hamas massacre of 1,200 and abduction of 251. The book is a blend of memoir, Torah study and reflection on what it means to be a Jew in the Diaspora today even as Israel continues its war on Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Using the October 7 onslaught as a touchstone, the book is roughly divided into past, present and future and examines the connection between American Jewry and Israel throughout the decades. Cosgrove addresses concerns such as a new generation of young Jewish Americans who are proud of their religious heritage, but repudiate the nationalism exhibited by the Jewish state. So this week, we ask Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, what matters now. What Matters Now podcasts are available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves.  IMAGE: Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, head rabbi of New York's Park Avenue Synagogue, holding his new book, 'For Such a Time as This: On Being Jewish Today,' September 11, 2024. (courtesy)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This series is sponsored by Joel and Lynn Mael in memory of Estelle and Nysen Mael.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Jack Wertheimer, a professor of American Jewish History at JTS, about the radical transformations of American Jewish practice over the last century.We can't understand the Jewish People without a sobered look at what happens in our synagogues, homes, and communities. We can talk about a movement's ideological ideals, but amid those discussions we cannot ignore the on-the-ground realities of a community's practice. In this episode we discuss:How does a Jewish movement's "lived religion" differ from its stated ideals?What is the cost of radical inclusivity?What misconceptions do Orthodox and non-Orthodox Jews have about each other?Tune in to hear a conversation about what Judaism means for us in our current time. Interview begins at 28:28.Dr.  Jack Wertheimer is a leading thinker and professor of American Jewish History at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. He is the former provost of JTS, and was the founding director of the Joseph and Miriam Ratner Center for the Study of Conservative Judaism. Jack has written and edited numerous books and articles on the subjects of modern Jewish history, education, and life. He won the National Jewish Book Award in the category of Contemporary Jewish Life in 1994 for A People Divided: Judaism in Contemporary America. References:“Sometimes Mashiach Is Not the Solution” by Aaron Lopiansky“Politics and the Yeshivish Language” by Cole S. AronsonThe New American Judaism by Jack WertheimerA People Divided: Judaism in Contemporary America by Jack WertheimerSliding to the Right: The Contest for the Future of American Jewish Orthodoxy by Samuel C. HeilmanContemporary American Judaism: Transformation and Renewal by Dana Kaplan“What Jewish Denominations Mean to Me” by David BashevkinMichtav Me'Eliyahu by Rabbi Eliyahu DesslerThe 18Forty Podcast: “Rabbi Dr. Haym Soloveitchik: The Rupture and Reconstruction of Halacha”“Shomer Yisroel” by Omek Hadavar

This series is sponsored by Joel and Lynn Mael in memory of Estelle and Nysen Mael.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we begin our Denominations series by talking to Zev Eleff—historian, author, and the president of Gratz College—about the development of the denominations of Judaism we have in America today. We've been occupied for months with defending our right to be Jews in America, so perhaps this is the right time to return to considering the purpose of the Jewish lives we want to live. In this episode we discuss:How did America's Jewish “denominations”—better termed “movements”—as we know them come to be?What have the different Jewish movements each contributed to American Jewish life?How can we get back to not just fighting antisemitism, but uncovering the meaning of our Judaism?Tune in to hear a conversation about how previous generations of American Jews have handled the issues that, to one degree or another, threatened to divide us. Interview begins at 49:36.Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff is the president of Gratz College. Zev is the author and editor of nine books and more than 50 scholarly articles in the fields of Jewish Studies and American Religion, including Modern Orthodox Judaism: A Documentary History, Dyed in Crimson: Football, Faith, and Remaking Harvard's America, and Authentically Orthodox: A Tradition-Bound Faith in American Life. Zev's research focuses on American Jewish history, sports, and Modern Orthodox history. References:Jonathan Haidt on The Daily ShowAmmi Hirsch on Campus Chaos“Failure Goes to Yeshivah: What I've Learned From the Failure Narratives of My Students” by David BashevkinAuthentically Orthodox: A Tradition-Bound Faith in American Life by Zev EleffThe Birth of Conservative Judaism by Michael CohenAmerican Judaism by Jonathan D. SarnaThe Jews of the United States, 1654 to 2000 by Hasia R. DinerJew Vs Jew: The Struggle For The Soul Of American Jewry by Samuel G. FreedmanThis Is My God by Herman WoukJewish Continuity in America by Abraham J. Karp18Forty Podcast: “Halacha as a Language”

Ever wonder how the Conservative movement came to allow driving to Synagogue on Shabbat? Or whether it feels differently about driving electric cars on Shabbat? Or how it was decided that a livestreamed minyan was OK during the COVID-19 pandemic?This week Rabbi Pont talks to Rabbi David Fine of Ridgewood, New Jersey who sits on the Halacha Committee for the Rabbinical Assembly and has been a part of many of the recent decisions that shape our movement. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about the intricate process for deciding was is and is not acceptable in the ever-changing world of Conservative Judaism.

We need to be clear about this, as it's not just a question of a specific issue but also about the attitude towards Reform and Conservative Judaism, which affects thousands of people. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/012/006/4162

Dear Soldier: https://open.spotify.com/album/24hUv3sIZwdeTZrC9A7jLB?si=uhkL4lnsQTqK-51tTMgtlA   In this episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Stacey Goldman from a conservative Jewish background to becoming a Yoetzet Halacha, a female advisor on Jewish law, particularly focusing on the laws of family purity (Taharat HaMishpacha). Stacey shares her personal and professional evolution, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs she has encountered along the way.   About Our Guest: Stacey Nechama Goldman is a Tanach teacher at Kohelet Yeshiva High School in Philadelphia. She also teaches adult education classes all over the greater Philadelphia area including Aish Chaim, Lower Merion Synagogue, and Hillel at the University of Pennsylvania. She is a graduate of Barnard College and the U.S. Yoetzet Halacha Program of Nishmat's Miriam Glaubach Center and currently serves as Yoetzet Halacha for the greater Philadelphia community and the Young Israel/Aish in Las Vegas. She has published reflective essays and articles on chabad.org. You can find her audio classes on YUTorah.org and outorah.org. She lives in suburban Philadelphia with her husband and is the happy mother of many boys and accumulating beautiful daughters in law and grandchildren.   Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/staceyfruengoldman Would you like to be a SPONSOR? Would you like to join the Whatsapp Discussion Group? Reach out about new sponsorship opportunities for your brand & organizations - franciskakay@gmail.com Check out www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.

In the Conservative Jewish world, few Rabbis have their fingers on pulse like Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal. Rabbi Blumenthal serves concurrently as the CEO of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and the Rabbinical Assembly through a strategic alignment between the two organizations. This week, Rabbis Pont and Blumenthal have a wide ranging organization on everything from the laws that govern conservative Judaism, interfaith marriage, the war in Israel and much more. Most importantly, they share their vision for the bright future of the movement that both of them have helped lead in their communities.

Join Geoffrey Stern and Rabbi Adam Mintz recorded on Clubhouse. We explore Martin Luthur King Jr.'s iconic “I have a Dream” speech along with an interview he gave at the Convention of the Rabbinical Assembly for Conservative Judaism, a year after the 6 Day War and 10 days before he was assassinated. We will showcase King's identification with a prophetic tradition which saw the universality of the Exodus story without diminishing its unique message for the Children of Israel. Sefaria Source Sheet: www.sefaria.org/sheets/536664 Transcript on episode web page: https://madlik.com/2024/01/11/mlk-and-exodus/ 

The Western Wall  Part 6:  The Egalitarian Prayer Section -  English and Spanish.  Many people pray at the Western Wall without realizing that there is more than one area reserved for prayer.  Join us as we examine the turbulent history of the egalitarian prayer area, the Western Wall prayer area for Conservative Judaism.   Translated from a podcast originally posted on February 17, 2023. El Muro de las Lamentaciones Parte 6: La sección de oración igualitaria - Inglés y español. Muchas personas oran en el Muro Occidental sin darse cuenta de que hay más de una zona reservada para la oración.  Acompáñenos a examinar la turbulenta historia de la zona de oración igualitaria, la zona de oración del Muro Occidental para el judaísmo conservador.   Traducido de un podcast publicado originalmente el 17 de febrero de 2023.

In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin talks with Rabbi Dr. Danny Schiff about how Judaism responds to the digital age. They discuss responses to the war between Israel and Hamas on social media, how Reform and Conservative Judaism treats new technologies, and how connections to others online compares to in person.

This week we briefly explore the theology of the Conservative denomination within Judaism

In this thought-provoking podcast episode with Rabbi Wildes, we dive deep into the complexities of Israel's ongoing conflicts, featuring the esteemed Dr. Daniel Gordis as our guest. Dr. Gordis provides a comprehensive analysis of the multifaceted issues plaguing Israel, from the judicial reform protests shaking the nation to the intricacies of the two-state solution. We explore the delicate balance between security and peace in the region and examine the impact of these political struggles on everyday life for Israelis. Moreover, Dr. Gordis sheds light on the evolving landscape of Judaism in the modern world and its effects on the Jewish people, offering valuable insights into the diverse ways in which Jewish identity is shaped and expressed today. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that navigates the challenging terrain of Israel's past, present, and future. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Welcome 00:03:14 - The Miracle of Israel 00:09:51 - Protests in Israel 00:19:33 - Two State Solution 00:21:31 - Division Between Us 00:33:19 - BLM & Zionism 00:34:17 - The Conservative Movement Today 00:38:48 - Why are People Not Going To Shul? 00:45:05 - Changes In Today's Judaism 00:50:31 - The Power Of The Holy Land 00:54:54 - Wrapping Up Subscribe to the Wildescast: https://link.chtbl.com/Wildes Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/

What is Conservative Judaism? What do Conservative Jews believe? How is Conservative Judaism different from other forms of Judaism?

Each year for Shavuot, we air our annual Conversion Episode, in which we share stories of people finding their way to Judaism. This year, inspired by our showrunner Courtney Hazlett's Tablet article, “Don't Call Me a Convert,” we're focusing on the Jewish journeys we're all on. Plus, at the end of the episode, we reveal our new co-host!  But first: We're talking about interfaith relationships, and what we can learn from them, with Dr. Keren McGinity, interfaith specialist at the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and a research associate at the Hadassah-Brandeis Institute. She consults with Jewish clergy and congregations and has written two books about intermarriage: Still Jewish: A History of Women & Intermarriage in America and Marrying Out: Jewish Men, Intermarriage, and Fatherhood.  Next we talk with Vicki Messler, who works at a Jewish day school, helps with programming at her local JCC, and is raising a Jewish family, all while not being halachically Jewish herself. She tells us why she's committed to creating Jewish community, and about her own faith journey.  Then we hear a candid conversation between our own Liel Leibovitz and his wife Lisa Ann Sandell, which was excerpted from their appearance on Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin's 18Forty podcast. Liel and Lisa, who are both Jewish, discuss what happened when Liel started living a more observant life about a decade ago, keeping kosher and praying regularly, and taking on a host of other practices that Lisa hadn't necessarily signed on for as his spouse. Their honest and intimate discussion reveals how we're all evolving in our Jewish practice, and how those changes play out within ourselves, our families, and our communities.  Finally, we call up the listener who wrote to us asking, as an “aspiring Jew” going through the conversion process, whether she would ever feel Jewish enough. Spoiler alert: We're all Jewish enough.  We want to hear from you! Send us emails and voice memos at unorthodox@tabletmag.com, or leave a voicemail at our listener line: (914) 570-4869. Remember to tell us who you are and where you're calling from.  Check out our new Unorthodox tees, mugs, and hoodies at tabletstudios.com.  We're back on the road! Find out about our upcoming events at tabletmag.com/unorthodoxlive. To book us for a live show or event, email Tanya Singer at tsinger@tabletmag.com. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get new episodes, photos, and more. Join our Facebook group, and follow Unorthodox on Twitter and Instagram.  Unorthodox is produced by Tablet Studios. Check out all of our podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

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Ty interview Rabbi Aaron Bergman of Adat Shalom Synagogue in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

01:00 WP: In wake of Ralph Yarl shooting, Black teens face fear and resignation. https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2023/04/23/ralph-yarl-shooting-black-teens-fear/ 12:00 Jason Kessler steps away from political activism 22:00 The role of money in my life 26:00 Ethan Ralph update 30:00 Pittsburgh Jews Praised For Faith As They Double Down On Left-Wing Activism, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=147528 50:00 Chuck Johnson on Ali Alexander, https://radixjournal.substack.com/p/spy-vs-spy 59:00 Dennis thinks the happiness of Scandinavians is exaggerated, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RATV0zWAWQ&list=PLdO4YIywSHcm64SYIJ_iFoLBAdXxpf_7M&index=23&ab_channel=TheDennisPragerShow 1:01:00 Dennis Prager: ‘The Bigger the Government, the Smaller the Citizen', https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=147484 1:12:00 Pigger joins 1:28:45 Ricardo joins 1:33:00 Dooovid joins 1:38:00 Mike, a convert to Conservative Judaism, joins 1:52:00 Claire Khaw joins Best way to honor the dead is to develop security systems for shuls, https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2023-04-22/faith-lifted-pittsburgh-jews-in-long-wait-for-massacre-trial Pittsburgh Jews Praised For Faith As They Double Down On Left-Wing Activism, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=147528 Free Speech, Human Rights And The Nation-State, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=147515 https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2023/04/23/state-legislatures-cities-guns/ https://www.takimag.com/article/a-tale-of-three-articles/ The volcano question: https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-earth-transformed-review-doom-may-be-delayed-fc140873?mod=article_inline Gerald Ford, https://www.wsj.com/articles/an-ordinary-man-book-review-underestimating-gerald-ford-biography-29cd08b7?mod=article_inline Reading Hitler's Mind, https://www.wsj.com/articles/spying-on-the-reich-book-review-reading-hitlers-mind-6445464b?mod=article_inlineDennis Prager: ‘The Bigger the Government, the Smaller the Citizen', https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=147484 Could It Happen Here?, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=147493 https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/20/us/politics/israel-democrats-jews.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/shhh-the-cfpb-could-be-listening-townstone-crime-free-speech-chicago-brandon-johnson-mortage-48d4c260 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarah_Brightman https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/20/us/wrong-house-shootings-guns.html https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/20/us/politics/republican-president-2024-heritage-foundation.html https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/20/world/africa/uganda-anti-gay-bill-lgbtq.html https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/20/us/politics/trump-desantis-2024.html NYT: We Don't Know What Will Happen Next, https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/18/opinion/global-crisis-future.html https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/19/arts/television/fox-news-settlement.html https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/better-bus-systems-could-slow-climate-change/

All of you rabbinic podcast lovers unite! Rabbi Pont was recently interviewed by Rabbi Daniel Levine for his podcast JLife with Rabbi Daniel so it is our pleasure to play their full interview for the For the Love of Judaism audience this week. Don't miss this great conversation between two conservative Rabbis about the state f conservative Judaism and how they see their place in the Jewish world.

The Western Wall  Part 6:  The Egalitarian Prayer Section -  English only. Many people pray at the Western Wall without realizing that there is more than one area reserved for prayer.  Join us as we examine the egalitarian prayer area, the Western Wall for Conservative Judaism, and its turbulent history.   Recorded January 11, 2023. 

Before we get into this episode I want to remind listeners to sign up for this FREE "Graceful Empty-Nester" Virtual Conference.  It begins on February 19 and runs through Feb 28. There are featured experts with strategies to reconnect with your children, heal relationships and inspire a future of connectivity!  You can listen to one two or all of them! Denise is one of the guests and shares some of the bests pieces of advice from all of our 40+ episodes.   Link her to grab your front seat!Today we are replaying a wonderful episode about religion and spirituality.  Just passing a few major religious holidays we thought it would be important to re-visit our feelings about our adult children and their religious choices. How many of you struggled to get your adult child to attend religious services or maybe you are worried about your grandchild having any religious upbringing. Whatever your concerns you will love this wonderful discussion with the Reverend Elizabeth P. Randall and Galit Pinksy Gottlieb. Elizabeth is the Rector at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Denver, Colorado.  She is a graduate of Smith College and Yale Divinity School and  was one of the first clergy in Denver to recognize and perform weddings for the LGBTQ community. She's been happily married for over 30-years to someone who is Jewish. Together they have one daughter.   Since the interview, Elizabeth is now a grandmother to a wonderful grandson named Frank. Galit, who practices Conservative Judaism, served as a Synagogue Cantor for many years. She is also an author as well as a mother and the wife of a Jewish scholar. Her children were raised in the Jewish tradition and now are all in long-term relationships with non-Jewish partners.So many journeys to understand, learn and accept.  We think both Elizabeth and Galit offer support, understanding and some brilliant and thoughtful ideas and approaches.Galit is also an author of a wonderful mystery book series called the Whipped and Sipped Mysteries.  Thanks so much to Connie Gorant Fisher, our audio engineer. The information provided by Bite Your Tongue The Podcast (“we,” “us,” or “our”) or biteyourtonguepodcast.com (the “Site” and our mobile application is for general informational purposes only. All information on the SITE or on the Podcast is for general informational purposes only. All information on the SITE and PODCAST is provided in good faith, however we make no representation or warranty of any kind, expressed, or implied regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability or completeness of any information the SITE or the PODCAST. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY GUESTS ON OUR PODCAST. YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND PODCAST AND YOUR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION FROM THE SITE OUR PODCAST IS SOLEY AT YOUR OWN RISK. The site and podcast do not contain any medical/health information or advice. The medical/health information is for general information and educational purposes only and is not suitable for professional device. Accordingly, before taking any actions based upon such information, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals. We do not provide any kind of medical/health advice. THE USE OF OR RELIANCE OF ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE SITE OR PODCAST IS SOLEY AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir wants to overturn a High Court ruling that recognizes non-Orthodox converts as eligible to make Aliyah under the Law of Return.  Last year's High Court ruling effectively recognized conversions to Judaism through liberal movements, such as Reform and Conservative Judaism, for those who wish to make Aliyah and immigrate to Israel, but Ben Gvir wants to return to the status quo ante which granted the right to immigrate to Israel under the Law of Return only to  Orthodox converts. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with outgoing Diaspora Affairs Minister Dr Nachman Shai and asked him what impact would such a move have on the relations with diaspora Jewry. (Photo:Hadas Parush/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The elites have figured out how to use financial and governmental systems like neutron bombs. That is what the Great Reset is. Orchestrated lies and artificial chaos designed to drive men into a global authoritarian ambush. 00:00 - Sam's introduction for MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2022. 00:33 – Sam, Cuck & Tom – The Sam Malone Players – 11 min – The guys discuss the major news issues that affect the country which the mainstream media is distracting the public from, and then give an example of the kind of story they feed the public instead: Hershy's warning of a signature candy shortage. 12:01 – Rabbi Yaakov Menken – Torah.org – 7 min – Rabbi Menken called out the leftist Jews who claim that abortion is a Jewish value. He said that Conservative Judaism is not Judaism He told the story of his wife's encounter with gender preference questions on doctor's forms. 19:06 – Louie Gohmert – Republican Representative TX-01 – 12 min – Rep. Gomert said that he had seen an order sighed by a federal judge giving the DOJ access to all information from all communications companies on all their customers communications without probable cause. He said Christopher Rey should never have been allowed to become FBI director. Rep. Gomert said he will miss the friends he made in congress. 31:16 – Col. Steve Bucci – Heritage Foundation – 14 min – Col Bucci discussed a new plane that the military is purchasing for close ground support. He said that whatever mission you have to do, you should plan out ahead of time and make sure you are prepared for rapid and efficient accomplishment. 33:24 – CloseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For generations, interfaith families were made to feel like they had no place in American Jewish society. But times have changed. In today's landscape, many Synagogues are rightfully embracing these modern Jewish families as important members of the community whose uniqueness is a strength, not a threat.On this episode Rabbi Pont welcomes Dr. Keren McGinity, consultant and interfaith specialist for the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, for an honest conversation about her work as a champion for interfaith families in our communities.

Meryl chats with Rabbi Dan Ornstein about his book, Cain v. Abel : A Jewish Courtroom Drama, and the timeless issues it raises about the world's first murder. These include: sibling rivalry, dysfunctional families, the human family, misogyny, forgiveness – and the perennial question, Am I My Brother's Keeper? Rabbi Ornstein is the rabbi of Congregation Ohav Shalom and a writer living with his family in Albany, New York, where he also teaches Judaic Studies at the Hebrew Academy of The Capital District. Rabbi Ornstein is the author of Cain v. Abel: A Jewish Courtroom Drama (Jewish Publication Society 2020). He blogs at the Times Of Israel, he writes monthly for WAMC Northeast Public Radio, and he has contributed essays to The Jewish Forward, the Jerusalem Post, and the Lehrhaus. Rabbi Ornstein has also published essays and poetry at the Journal of Conservative Judaism, the CCAR Journal of Reform Judaism, the Jewish Literary Review, and the Pine Hills Review. He and his wife, Marian Alexander, are the proud parents of Joseph, Shulamit and Vered. Social media and writing links: http://blogs.timesofisrael.com/author/dan-ornstein/ http://wamc.org/term/dan-ornstein#stream/0 https://forward.com/author/dan-ornstein/ https://www.facebook.com/daniel.ornstein.7/ People of the Book is a copyrighted work © of Meryl Ain and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network. Host information: Website: merylain.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PeopleOfTheBookWithMerylAin facebook.com/MerylAinAuthor/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/455865462463744 Twitter: @DrMerylAin Instagram: meryl_ain #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #RabbiDanOrnstein #Bible #CainvAbel #SiblingRivalry #CainandAbel #FamilyDysfunction #DysfunctionalFamilies #AdamandEve #TheBible #BibleStories #AmIMyBrothersKeeper #Murder #Fratricide #Midrash #Misogyny #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead!

Join Rev. Emily E. Ewing (they) and Rev. Kay Rohloff (she) and special guest Chaplain Russell Braman (he) to explore new and nerdy connections to the scripture for the first Sunday in Lent, which falls on March 6th this year, including our deep dive into Shavuot! The scripture we refer to for this episode can be found here. To learn more about Judaism, check out information from Union for Reform Judaism, United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, Orthodox Union, Chabad.org, and My Jewish Learning. Check us out on Facebook & Twitter at @NerdsAtChurch to connect! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nerdsatchurch/message

Jan Buckler is Senior Vice President at a global credit rating agency in New York. He’s lived and worked in some remote and fascinating places. The path that led him to his Jewish roots went over the seven seas, through Conservative Judaism, to Torah Judaism and through the entire Talmud … multiple times. His journey […]

American Friends of Neve Hanna (AFNH) is a non-profit children's 501(c)(3) organization associated with the Neve Hanna Children's Home in Kiryat Gat, Israel. They are the only Masorti Kehillah of its kind in Israel that assists with youth at risk children. American Friends of Neve Hanna raises funds to help support and sustain the individualized therapeutic programs, projects and extracurricular activities at the children's home.In addition, they raise funds to maintain and develop the campus, fund birthday parties, bar/bat mitzvahs and holiday outings, provide psychological services, social workers, special tutors and religious instruction for the children.Lisa Pollack is the Director of Business Development and Social Media Marketing for American Friends of Neve Hanna, a non-profit children's organization for the Neve Hanna Children's Home in Kiryat Gat, Israel.Lisa was born and raised in Bayside, Queens, New York. Her background and education is in marketing and communications. Lisa has 30 years of work experience in the business world. The last 8 years have been concentrated in the nonprofit industry. Lisa specializes in publicity, marketing, fundraising, building and maintaining business relationships within the community.Lisa has organizational relationships and ties within the Jewish Community including Masorti, Alpha Epsilon Pi (Aepi), Stand With Us, MERCAZ-USA, Women's League for Conservative Judaism, and the Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs. She is also a Public Speaker, Israel Advocate, Activist and Photographer. Lisa blogs for the Times of Israel where she tells and shares the stories of Neve Hanna Children's Home.Gilit Ullman Stein's grandmother, Hanni Ullmann, founded Neve Hanna in 1974. When I was 11 years old I ew to Israel to accompany my grandmother to the President's ceremony where she was granted the Israeli Prize for Volunteer Work. From that year forward I went to Israel every summer and stayed at Neve Hanna. I became very friendly with the children living at Neve Hanna that time and would assist them with painting the dormitory houses, cooking in the kitchen, cleaning the petting zoo and other chores around the Neve Hanna campus. I loved going to Neve Hanna each summer and it is the time of my life that I remember with fondest memories. My grandmother's legacy lives on through Neve Hanna and the children who live there today.Janet Tobin is the Co-President for American Friends of Neve Hanna, a non-profit children's organization for the Neve Hanna Children's Home in Kiryat Gat, Israel. Janet attended and graduated Brooklyn College with a B.A., major: Education and Psychology. She was a Teacher and Assistant Director of the Summer School Program for Great Neck Schools. Janet also served on the Health Education Committee of the Great Neck Public Schools. Janet has a long history of volunteerism within the Jewish Community including serving as President for Women's League for Conservative Judaism (WLCJ) as well as the Membership Chair, Adult Education Chair, Vice President and Israel Affairs Chair and many other roles.Tune in for this sensible conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.Segment 1The first segment of the show begins with Tommy introducing all the guests of this interview. Each interviewee provides a brief overview of the non-profit work they do and how they came into this kind of work. They share about how they are connected, through their Jewish heritage, to do service work within the Jewish communities they were within. Segment 2 The second segment begins with Gilit sharing about her connection to non-profit work; she talks about the legacy of social work which her grandmother created and her desire to continue and extend that legacy. They then discuss how the American friends of Neve Hanna came to be established. Janet then discusses a bit about the success of Neve Hanna and shares an anecdote to highlight this success. Segment 3 This segment begins with a discussion about the value of connection and community which are created through this non-profit work. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about American Friends of Neve Hanna award-winning bakery. In addition to creating some of the most delicious and amazing breads, the bakery also helps to bridge together disadvantaged and disconnected families. The bakery also provides an opportunity for people to learn about how to run a business and to gain the necessary skill set for running a business. Segment 4The final segment explores programs which are offered by American Friends of Neve Hanna which assist children who may be socially or otherwise marginalized. Tommy and the interviewees discuss the value of these programs in what they contribute to the lives of the children who are involved and participate in the programs. The guests share that they need more exposure and a broader donor base in order to be able to continue to be able to do this work and to offer services through their organization. They share their contact information for those who are interested in connected with them and their work

Have you ever worried that your adult children have no spiritual foundation -- or maybe that their connection to God or a higher power is different from yours?  How do you handle and respect your adult child's choices, if you are very religious or even if you find spirituality a source of strength and wish this for your child?  How also do you deal with a child that might become very religious when you are agnostic?  ‘Join this wonderful discussion with the Reverend Elizabeth P. Randall and Galit Pinksy Gottlieb. Elizabeth is the Rector at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Denver, Colorado.  She is a graduate of Smith College and Yale Divinity School and  was one of the first clergy in Denver to recognize and perform weddings for the LGBTQ community. She's been happily married for over 30-years to someone who is Jewish. Together they have one daughter. Galit, who practices Conservative Judaism, served as a Synagogue Cantor for many years. She is also an author as well as a mother and the wife of a Jewish scholar. Her children were raised in the Jewish tradition and now are all in long-term relationships with non-Jewish partners.These two women bring great insight and strength to many parents of adult children who may struggle with their adult children who have no spiritual foundation, or a spiritual following that is very different from their own.  Research tells us that millennials, between the ages of 23 and 39, are likely to say they have no religion.  It is not clear if this is temporary, but mounting evidence is showing that our younger generations may be leaving religion for good.So many journeys to understand, learn and accept.  We think both Elizabeth and Galit offer support, understanding and some brilliant and thoughtful ideas and approaches.Galit is also an author of a wonderful mystery book series called the Whipped and Sipped Mysteries.  Support us:Buy us a coffee:  LINK HEREBuy a mug:  LINK HERESome deals for listeners:Denise's favorite shape-wear company.  Denise particularly LOVES their best selling Truekind Daily Comfort Wireless Bra.  "It holds you up and is so comfortable.  I am hooked - truly," says Denise.  Use this link and just put biteyourtongue (one word) in the CODE at checkout.Please stay engaged.  Let us know how you like the episodes and also let us know what topics you'd like us to explore.Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform - and give us a review!Follow us on all of our social media platforms - and comment - we love to hear from you!FACEBOOK   TWITTER   INSTAGRAM   LINKEDINThanks to Connie Gorant Fisher our audio engineer and remember - SOMETIMES YOU MAY JUST HAVE TO BITE YOUR TONGUE!

In this week's parshah, Korach leads a rebellion against Moses and Aaron. Korach argues that Moses has taken on too much power and challenges his leadership. Drawing from the book Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When the Stakes are High, TBE member Tiffany Washington explains what we can learn from Korach's failure to prepare for his conversation with Moses and provides tips for creating and maintaining healthy dialogues even when emotions run high. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

Groupthink can cause a society to wilt and wither away, and without having our individual voices within a group, communities become stagnant and the talents and traits gifted to us are stifled, especially when it comes to standing up for the oppressed. In this message (recorded at TBE's Shabbat morning service on June 5, 2021), TBE member LeAnne Whitlow explains that, while wandering in the wilderness, God commands the Israelites to stand up for the oppressed because we also were "once strangers in a foreign land.” So why do we seem to have lost our unique voices and our acceptance of diversity? The simple answer is fear and lack of faith. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

Birkat Kohanim, or the Priestly Blessing, is the oldest known text in the Bible. In his Shabbat message for Parashat Nasso, recorded at Temple Beth-El on May 22, 2021, Rabbi Michael Knopf explains that the Priestly Blessing expresses a challenge to build a better world by pursuing justice, making peace, and making the world more godly. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

The festival of Shavuot commemorates the giving of the 10 Commandments at Mt. Sinai — the building blocks for living an ethical life and building a just society. In honor of the holiday, State Sen. Jennifer McClellan joined Rabbi Michael Knopf for a conversation about the connections between the 10 Commandments, Sen. McClellan's work, and the values that drive her. Together, they explore issues such as racial justice, labor justice, criminal justice reform/mass incarceration/solitary confinement, affordable housing, gun violence, and the rise of white supremacist violence. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

A Torah portion about a census? Riveting stuff, right? We are familiar with census taking, for both the good of managing resources and community programs, as well as for excluding or retaliating against populations. But a census can tell a deeper story than a simple count of a population. Homeless services rely on Point In Time counts, but the number tells a larger story of school performance, history of redlining, and even voting access. TBE member Emily Jasper explains that in order to truly practice Tikkun Olam, we must know our community through the numbers. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

In parshat Behukotai, God makes two sets of promises to the Israelites: A series of “blessings” if they follow God's commandments, and a series of “curses” if they don't. Is one of these motivations nobler than the other? Why is it that sometimes, even when we follow God's commandments, evil things still happen - and what is the relationship between evil and free will? TBE member Rachel Ringgold offers her perspective! Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

The Shabbat after Derek Chauvin was convicted of murdering George Floyd, Rabbi Michael Knopf explains that Parashat Aharei-Mot Kedoshim teaches how death can inspire us to build holier communities, and how tragedy and trauma can propel us to make a more just society. Recorded at Temple Beth-El's virtual Shabbat evening service on April 23, 2021. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

The double Torah portion known as Tazria-Metzora is all about identifying and healing the sick. Rabbi Michael Knopf explores what it can teach us about identifying and healing our society's illness of racism, of which police brutality, gun violence, and COVID-19 death rates continue to be pervasive symptoms. Recorded at Temple Beth-El's virtual Shabbat evening service on April 16, 2021. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

Rabbi Michael Knopf explains how the biblical story of the death of Aaron's sons Nadav and Avihu teaches us about accountability and holding everyone to the same standard. Recorded at Temple Beth-El's virtual Shabbat morning service on April 10, 2021. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

Rabbi Michael Knopf explains how the biblical story of the splitting of the Sea of Reeds teaches us what we learn by stepping back and witnessing our reality from a different vantage point, and why that is so important in our time. Recorded at Temple Beth-El's virtual Shabbat and Pesah morning service on April 3, 2021. And Cantor Dara Rosenblatt shares a powerful Yizkor message (recorded at Temple Beth-El's virtual Pesah morning service on April 4, 2021), about how we find God's presence in the face of loss. As we cherish and remember the memories of loved ones lost, may we continue to hold onto the strength that the Divine provides us in challenging times. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

Rabbi Michael Knopf answers the congregation's Passover questions in this live Q&A. Recorded at Temple Beth-El's virtual Pesah morning service on March 27, 2021. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

Why do we celebrate Passover, ostensibly a “festival of freedom” by observing a rigid, stringent, and restrictive set of rules? Drawing a comparison between the biblical Exodus and Flood stories, Rabbi Michael Knopf discusses what the discipline of Passover teaches us about what it means to be free. Recorded at Temple Beth-El's virtual Pesah morning service on March 28, 2021. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

What is our calling? Why are we here on this Earth? Rabbi Michael Knopf discusses what parashat Vayikra (March 20, 2021) and the Book of Leviticus teach about our purpose. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.

Whether you're an online shopper or a yard sale savant, the past year has probably changed how you've related to the things in your space. Through the lens of the double parsha Vayakhel-Pekudei (March 13, 2021), TBE's Student Rabbi in Residence Talia Kaplan offers perspective on the ways in which we can make room for the sacred. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Abby Miller. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.