Podcasts about rabbi avi finegold

Fresh from a hectic Passover weekend of assisting in conducting services at his Beth Sholom Synagogue in Toronto, and also leading a community seder there, Rabbi Louis J. Sachs says he has been trying to ignore the “noise” of the surprise lawsuit brought against him late last month by his previous congregation. Sachs' former synagogue, Beth Torah congregation–about a ten-minute drive north from his new job–filed a lawsuit March 27 in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice alleging breach of contact and suffering financial losses from their former rabbi's conduct before he moved. Beth Torah wants the court to award them $750,000 in damages, including future lost membership. While none of these allegations have been proven in court, Rabbi Sachs insists he disagrees with what Beth Torah is saying about him–that he violated his contract by slacking off on his duties for them, while doing a series of events for the new shul before officially leaving his old one. In his view, he gave Beth Torah plenty of notice. He left after a little more than two years because he says he was unsatisfied he had to do so much administration work: the new place has more staff, which would allow him to focus on carrying out the rabbinical and pastoral work for which he was trained. Sachs joins The CJN Daily's Ellin Bessner today to explain why he intends to “clear his name” in court and what his message is to both congregations. Also on the episode, we hear from Beth Sholom's president Margaret Lindzon and from Rabbi Avi Finegold, The CJN's resident rabbi, on why rabbis leave. Beth Torah declined to do any interviews with The CJN. Related links Read Beth Torah's allegations in the lawsuit filed March 27, 2025 in the Superior Court of Justice, and what Beth Shalom and our resident Rabbi Avi Finegold think, in The CJN. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner (@ebessner) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Andrea Varsany (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer), Marc Weisblott (editorial director) Music: Dov Beck-Levine Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to The CJN Daily (Not sure how? Click here)

The cover illustration of the fall issue of The Canadian Jewish News Magazine drew hundreds of responses from readers across the country. The image depicted a fictional family gathered for Rosh Hashanah. This family included a matronly woman in an apron wearing a yellow ribbon in support of bringing the hostages home; a young girl with a dog tag necklace in support of the Israel Defense Forces; two bearded men in a heated discussion; someone looking at footage of an explosion posted to Instagram on their smartphone; one woman clutching her forehead in apparent disappointment or frustration; and, most controversially, a young woman sporting a keffiyeh and watermelon earrings—a symbol of Palestinian solidarity. The magazine's editor-in-chief, Hamutal Dotan, joined Rabbi Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy for a robust discussion of the logic behind the drawing. After that, they discuss Phoebe's and Avi's articles inside: one on what Judaism has to say about Zion as a historic homeland for Jewish people, and one on the new philosemitism that's arisen since Oct. 7. Read a condensed transcript of this conversation here. Credits Hosts: Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy (@BovyMaltz) Production team: Michael Fraiman (producer), Zachary Kauffman (editor) Music: Socalled Support The CJN Subscribe to the Bonjour Chai Substack Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Bonjour Chai (Not sure how? Click here)

Avi and Phoebe are taking a little summer vacation and will return soon. In the meantime, we're presenting an episode of The CJN Daily that Avi was on earlier this summer about kosher slaughter in Canada. Last week, the Federal Court of Canada sided with Jewish communities in Montreal and Toronto in their dispute with the federal government over new biological guidelines covering how cows are slaughtered. On July 24, the judge granted kosher meat producers a temporary injunction, effectively pausing the enforcement of new guidelines that are aimed at ensuring animals don't feel undue pain when they're killed. Jewish groups such as Montreal Kosher and the Kashruth Council of Canada argued in court that the guidelines not only were bad science, but were not in keeping with ritual practice, and were too costly. Which is why the judge felt he needed to act quickly so as to preserve the religious freedoms enjoyed by Canadian Jews who've been legally permitted to use handheld ritual slaughter methods for generations. The judge's ruling took religion and culture into consideration, including how trained shochetim carry out a vital religious service for the Canadian Jewish community, and also the importance of eating meat on Jewish holidays. But do Jews really need to eat meat? How many shochet jobs are actually at direct risk? And, perhaps most important to the majority of kosher-keeping Canadians, will the price for kosher meat go down? Rabbi Avi Finegold, host of The CJN's weekly current affairs podcast Bonjour Chai, joins The CJN Daily to share his insight, and we'll also hear from Shimon Koffler Fogel, the CEO of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, who were directly involved in the case. What we talked about Why the Federal Court granted a temporary injunction July 24 allowing _shechita _to resume without subsequent bolt-stunning, in The CJN Hear why MK Kosher and COR went to Federal Court over the CFIA's new shechita _guidelines, on The CJN Daily_ Read more about the science behind kosher animal slaughter and Canada's new slaughtering guidelines for cattle, on The CJN Daily Credits The CJN Daily is written and hosted by Ellin Bessner (@ebessner on Twitter). Zachary Kauffman is the producer. Michael Fraiman is the executive producer. Our theme music is by Dov Beck-Levine. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To subscribe to this podcast, please watch this video. Donate to The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt by clicking here. Hear why The CJN is important to me.

Last week, the Federal Court of Canada sided with Jewish communities in Montreal and Toronto in their dispute with the federal government over new biological guidelines covering how cows are slaughtered. On July 24, the judge granted kosher meat producers a temporary injunction, effectively pausing the enforcement of new guidelines that are aimed at ensuring animals don't feel undue pain when they're killed. Jewish groups such as Montreal Kosher and the Kashruth Council of Canada argued in court that the guidelines not only were bad science, but were not in keeping with ritual practice, and were too costly. Which is why the judge felt he needed to act quickly so as to preserve the religious freedoms enjoyed by Canadian Jews who've been legally permitted to use handheld ritual slaughter methods for generations. The judge's ruling took religion and culture into consideration, including how trained shochetim carry out a vital religious service for the Canadian Jewish community, and also the importance of eating meat on Jewish holidays. But do Jews really need to eat meat? How many shochet jobs are actually at direct risk? And, perhaps most important to the majority of kosher-keeping Canadians, will the price for kosher meat go down? Rabbi Avi Finegold, host of The CJN's weekly current affairs podcast Bonjour Chai, joins _The CJN Daily _to share his insight, and we'll also hear from Shimon Koffler Fogel, the CEO of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, who were directly involved in the case. What we talked about: Why the Federal Court granted a temporary injunction July 24 allowing _shechita _to resume without subsequent bolt-stunning, in The CJN Hear why MK Kosher and COR went to Federal Court over the CFIA's new shechita _guidelines, on The CJN Daily_ Read more about the science behind kosher animal slaughter and Canada's new slaughtering guidelines for cattle, on The CJN Daily **Credits: ** The CJN Daily is written and hosted by Ellin Bessner (@ebessner on Twitter). Zachary Kauffman is the producer. Michael Fraiman is the executive producer. Our theme music is by Dov Beck-Levine. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To subscribe to this podcast, please watch this video. Donate to The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt by clicking here. Hear why The CJN is important to me.

You may not normally think of a rabbi as a mixologist. However, Rabbi Avi Finegold of the Jewish Living Lab, has found a way to combine the two. On this episode of Taste Buds with Deb, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Avi Finegold about mixology, cocktail culture, his cooking background, and more. Plus, he shares the art and craft behind making a daiquiri, as well as the variations. Read the highlights and get the recipe at JewishJournal.com. For more from Taste Buds, follow @TheDEBMethod on social media.

Even if Canadian sports fans didn't know that their government recently lifted its ban on single-game sports betting, they would have noticed the ads: everywhere, on every game, following you across the internet. No doubt Jewish sports fans have taken part in the new craze, inundated at every opportunity with incentives to guess the outcomes of games and how players will perform. But what does Jewish law say about this? What does the Talmud say on the ethics of parlaying Zach Hyman points over 1.5 with Alex Bregman total bases over 2.5? We wanted to ask a rabbi—so we did. Rabbi Avi Finegold, host of The CJN's weekly current affairs podcast Bonjour Chai, joins to chat about the halakhic implications of sports gambling—and, while we're at it, combat sports and gambling in general. Credits Menschwarmers is hosted by James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver, and produced and edited by Michael Fraiman. Our intro music is by Coby Lipovitch, and our outro music is "Organ Grinder Swing" by chēēZ π. This show is a member of The CJN Podcast Network. Follow the Menschwarmers on Twitter @menschwarmers or TikTok @menschwarmers. To learn how to support the show by subscribing to this podcast, please watch this video.

Sean and Chris interview Stephen and Avi Finegold about their ongoing conversation on the Hyphen podcast. Avi is a Rabbi in Montreal, and he launched the Hyphen as a way to talk with Christians about Christianity, and offer the chance to be grilled about Judaism in return! Sean and Chris ask questions about The Hyphen's origins, how Avi and Stephen approach tough questions surrounding their faith and culture, and how Jews are currently reacting to the political climate in Canada, American, and Israel.You can learn more about Avi and his work with the Jewish Living Lab here, as well as listen to The Hyphen here The Gospel of John Autumn School and other Courses and Resources can be found HERE. Has anything we make been interesting, useful or fruitful for you? You can support us by becoming a Fellow Traveller on our Patreon page HERE.

On a new episode hosts Rabbi Avi Finegold and Dr. Stephen Backhouse explore how early reform Judaism developed and how denominations relate to each other and live today. Plus: how baptisms work and a preview on an upcoming discussion exploring contemporary Christian denominations!

On this episode Rabbi Avi Finegold delves into the evolution of Judaism from the Second Temple all the way to the Scholars who wrote The Talmud and shaped the Judaism that looks so familiar to us today.Other topics of discussion in this conversation include:* the rise of the sects and the Sadducees & Pharisees* the Septuagint and what happens when you open a religion to other languages * Rabbi Yochanan's daring escape and the shift to ritual life outside the temple * what the Mishna is and how it evolved to become the Talmud....and much more!

On this episode Tim interviews not ONE but TWO distinguished guests. Dr. Stephen Backhouse and Rabbi Avi Finegold offer a unique insight to Christian nationalism, its roots and how it has taken ideas from judaism and twisted it to create a narrative that is actually counter to both Jewish and Christian thought throughout the ages. Follow us on Instagram // @thenewevangelicalsSupport the Work We Do Check our Tent Theology's Podcast Join our Facebook CommunityAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

You can subscribe to The Hyphen wherever you get your podcasts. More about the series, Rabbi Finegold and the Jewish Living Lab can be found  HERE.Has anything we make been interesting, useful or fruitful for you? You can support us by becoming a Fellow Traveller on our Patreon page HERE.

On ep2 of 'Hyphen: The Podcast for Judeo-Christians' join hosts Rabbi Avi Finegold and Dr. Stephen Backhouse as they explore the way their communities use the bible and its place in daily life. (Hint. It's more complicated than you think.)

On the inaugural and introductory episode of 'Hyphen: The Podcast for Judeo-Christians' join hosts Rabbi Avi Finegold and Dr. Stephen Backhouse as they explore:* Vicars* Becoming a Rabbi vs. becoming a minister * Theologians* Yavneh and Rabbinic Judaism and the Jamnia Curse .....and much more!

Introducing Hyphen, a series of Judeo-Christian dialogues with Rabbi Avi Finegold and historian Dr. Stephen Backhouse, that challenge, provoke and broaden the scope of biblical and theological discourse in every episode as they help each other understand the basis of their respective faiths.

Holidays and the rituals associated with them are the backbone of Jewish life according to writer Abigail Pogrebin, author of My Jewish Year. On episode 11 she joins hosts Dr. Roberta Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold to discuss these rituals and how Remix Judaism is a key part of ritual in modern life.Read a review of Abigail's book at https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/07/books/review/my-jewish-year-abigail-pogrebin.htmlFind out more about Roberta's book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Living Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music 'Interlude' by Tzara.

On episode 10 Rabbi Avi Finegold and Dr. Roberta Rosenthal Kwall engage in a conversation about interfaith relationships in the Jewish community with Dr. Keren McGinityDr. McGinity is a research associate at the Hadassah-Brandeis Institute, the founding director of the Love & Tradition Institute, and the Interfaith Specialist at the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.For more information on the Love & Tradition Institute visit https://loveandtradition.org/about/Find out more about Roberta's book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Living Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music 'Interlude' by Tzara.

Former president of the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion and a leader of Reform Judaism Globally David Ellenson joins Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold to discuss liberal Judaism and how it remixes Jewish practice and thought. Find out more about Roberta's book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Living Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music 'Interlude' by Tzara.

For the 45th episode of the JewishDrinking.com podcast/video series, Rabbi Avi Finegold stars as the guest in discussing Kiddush Clubs.

With wine appearing at many Jewish lifecycle events, why? Rabbi Avi Finegold joins the newest episode of the JewishDrinking.com show to discuss this topic

On a new episode of the rabbinical discourse podcast 'Hevruta', Rabbi Avi Finegold of The Jewish Learning Lab and Rabbi Aubrey Glazer of Congregation Shaare Zion discuss the Lyrics of Bob Dylan as Jewish Text.Find the lyrics to 'False Prophet' at https://www.bobdylan.com/songs/false-prophet/The concept of learning in Hevruta, or study pairs, is as old as the pursuit of Torah Study itself. Join a world of unscripted, genuine rabbinical discourse on every episode, as the guests learn together, challenge each other and explore how friendship always prevails over differences of opinion.This initiative was made possible by the Montreal Board of Rabbis and the Jewish Learning Lab.

In a conversation exploring the 7th chapter of 'Remix Judaism', author Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss faith, funerals, death and mourning in the remix context.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFind out more about 'Kaddish Women's Voices' athttp://www.urimpublications.com/kaddish-womens-voices.htmlFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth

In a conversation concerning the 6th chapter of 'Remix Judaism', author Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss and contrast horizontal and vertical approaches to social justice and consider what it means to 'remix' Tikun Olam.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth

In an animated conversation exploring the 5th chapter of 'Remix Judaism', author Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold talk bubbes, zaydes and what it means to 'remix' Jewish grandparenting.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth and Zaydes

As the hosts discuss the 4th chapter of 'Remix Judaism', author Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold find both shared perspectives and diverging opinions when it comes to determining what it means to 'remix' a Jewish education.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth

As the conversation moves to chapter 3 of 'Remix Judaism', author Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold dive deep as they explore new and old perspectives on marriage, relationships, family and more.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth

In a conversation focusing on chapter 2 of the new book 'Remix Judaism', author Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold talk about all things food including culturally Jewish food, what constitutes Kosher in a remix world and many other ideas.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth

In a conversation focusing on chapter 1 of the new book 'Remix Judaism', author Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss how Shabbat is remixed to create meaning and practice in today's age.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth

Roberta Rosenthal Kwall and Rabbi Avi Finegold unpack the broader themes and ideas explored in her book 'Remix Judaism' and discuss what listeners can expect to hear over the course of this 8 episode podcast series.Find out more about the book athttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51714612-remix-judaismFollow the Jewish Learning Lab on Facebook and @Jewishlab on Twitter.Theme music by Tzara- Degrowth

Introducing 'Epilogue', a bi-weekly podcast from Montreal's Jewish Public Library. Plus Malcolm X in post-colonial 1960s Algeria, a new Tramway in Quebec City and a New Year's reflection from host Andre Goulet. On this inaugural episode of Epilogue, hosts Rabbi Avi Finegold and archivist Jessica Zimmerman explore a frayed copy of bilingual periodical 'The Organizer' from 1920's labour organization the International Ladies Garment Makers Union and discuss the influential Canadian organizer, social activist, pacifist, and feminist Léa Roback. For more from the JPL archives go to http://www.jewishpubliclibrary.org/en/archives/ Support Unpacking the News at patreon.com/unpackingthenews

On the eleventh episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by writer Jonathan Neumann to discuss his controversial new polemic 'To Heal the World?: How the Jewish Left Corrupts Judaism and Endangers Israel'.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded live at Atelier Lou in WestmountFind Tommy's hit memoir 'Make-up Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life' at http://talkradiotommy.comCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all of your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. W.This conversation was recorded on November 12th, 2019.

On the tenth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss Tommy's fascinating, funny and fantastic new memoir 'Makeup Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life'.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded live at Atelier Lou in WestmountOrder the memoir online everywhere and at https://www.amazon.ca/Makeup-Tips-Auschwitz-Vanity-Mothers-ebook/dp/B07WFWK1Q4Find out more about the creative process behind the hit book at http://talkradiotommy.comCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all of your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. W.This conversation was recorded on November 12th, 2019.

On the ninth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome the fabulous, fascinating and internationally renown radio and television talk show host, sex therapist and author Dr. Ruth Westheimer. Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded live at the Renoir bar at the Sofitel in downtown MontrealCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. W.Watch the hit documentary 'Ask Dr. Ruth' on Hulu.This conversation was recorded on October 23rd, 2019.

On the eighth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome Joseph and Ross Paperman, two of the directors at Paperman & Sons, to explore faith and grief, mourning and tradition, and how the Paperman family has prioritized care for the deceased and their loved ones for more than a century.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded live at Papermans Funeral HomeCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).To find out more about Paperman & Sons go to https://www.paperman.com/en

On the seventh episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome McGill University academic and author Dr. Joe Schwarcz to discuss the chemistry of faith, quack remedies and the state of science in a fake news world..Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded live at Atelier Lou (376 avenue Victoria, Westmount) Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).

On the sixth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome the precocious and pugnacious 20-year-old Anthony Koch to discuss McGill campus politics, contemporary conservatism and why he's made the decision to convert to Judaism.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded live at the elegant Cloakroom Bar in Montreal's Golden Square Mile (2175 Rue de la Montagne)Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).

On the fifth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome media personality and Executive Director of the Native Women's Shelter of Montreal Nakuset to discuss faith, family and the Trudeau government's failure to genuinely work towards reconciliation.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded live at the Museum of Jewish MontrealThanks to the Diller Teen Fellowship for their generous support on this episode.For more information on the Native Women's Shelter of Montreal go to http://www.nwsm.info/To learn more about the Museum of Jewish Montreal visit http://imjm.ca/Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on July 18th, 2019.

On the fourth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome legendary Montreal radio personality Terry DiMonte for a conversation exploring his incredible career, his recent engagement and what it's been like hanging out with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the last 20 years. Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on April 18th, 2019.

Re-introducing 'Spirits & Spirituality', a bi-weekly podcast featuring talk radio legend Tommy Schnurmacher, the Rabbi Avi Finegold and a rotating, round-table panel of guests in a series of provocative conversations about society, politics and faith over a couple of cocktails. On Season 2, Episode 3 the hosts welcome journalist Fariha Nagvi-Mohamed for a discussion on politics and religious freedom in a post-Bill 21 Quebec. This conversation was recorded on June 20th, 2019. Subscribe to Spirits & Spirituality wherever you get your podcasts.

On the third episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome journalist Fariha Nagvi-Mohamed for a provocative discussion on politics and religious freedom in a post-Bill 21 Quebec.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at Bar le Cloakroom (2175 rue de la Montagne)Follow the hosts on Twitter @talkradiotommy, @avtherav and @spiritsspiritu1and on Instagram at spirits_spiritualityCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on June 20th, 2019.

On the second episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome writer Michael Carin for a discussion on his startling new alternate history 'Churchill at Munich'. Plus: a conversation exploring the bold, controversial argument he makes for a secular Judaism in his 2001 book 'The Future Jew'.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on April 18th, 2019.

On Season 2, Episode 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss grief, mourning and the strength found in community and tradition during difficult times.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledFor a refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links in exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, visit our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on May 23rd, 2019.

On the twelfth and final episode of Season 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold join the Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montréal Rev. Thomas Dowd for a very Catholic conversation at the seminary library of the seminary of the Basilique-Cathédrale Marie-Reine-du-Monde in downtown Montreal. Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledFollow Reverend Dowd on Twitter at @thomasdowd_caCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on December 5th, 2018.

On the eleventh episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by Rivka Cymbalist (author of 'The Birth Conspiracy: Natural Birth, Hospitals, and Doulas : a Guide') for a dialogue exploring religion, childbirth and midwifery.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at Caffè della Pace (1002 ave. Van Horne, Montreal)For information on Rivka Cymbalist see https://www.mbcdoulaschool.ca/For more on the venue go to https://www.caffedellapace.com/Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on November 2nd, 2018.

On the tenth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the connections between activism, faith and electoral politics with Projet Montréal city councilwoman and Outremont borough councilor Mindy Pollak.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at Resto Bar Chops (5322 Queen Mary road, Montreal)For information on Mindy Pollak go to https://www.mindypollak.ca/Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on November 19th, 2018.

On the ninth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore why laughter is the best spiritual medicine with 'Just for Laughs' co-founder, comedian and tech entrepreneur Andy Nulman. Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at The Cloakroom (2175 rue de la Montagne, Montreal)For information on Andy's career, bibliography and more go to andynulman.comCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on January 22nd, 2019.

On the eighth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss masculinity, multiculturalism, feminism and faith with professor, evolutionary behavioral scientist, author, and public intellectual Dr. Gad Saad.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at a top secret location recommended by Roger StoneFor more Gad Saad look for the most recent episode of his popular interview show 'The Saad Truth', featuring a conversation with Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, on Youtube.Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on January 28th, 2019.

On the seventh episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss faith and writing with Nathan Englander, a Guggenheim Fellow and author of the acclaimed 'For the Relief of Unbearable Urges', 'The Ministry of Special Cases' and the Pulitzer-nominated 'What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank'. Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at the Sofitel MontrealFor more on Nathan Englander's writing go to nathanenglander.comCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on November 6th, 2018.

On the sixth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore the history of downtown Montreal's St. Jax Anglican Church (formerly St. James the Apostle from 1864 to 2015) and discuss how to re-think, re-brand and essentially re-launch a church with the Reverend Graham A. SinghProduction by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at the Museum of Jewish Montreal For more on Reverend Singh's work go to stjax.orgCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on September 12th, 2018.

On the fifth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold find out why sex, love and passion have no expiration date with clinical psychologist, sex therapist and syndicated radio host Dr. Laurie Betito.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at Cafe della Pace in Montreal's Mile EndFor more of Dr. Betito's work go to http://www.drlaurie.com/Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on November 2nd, 2018.

On the fourth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss morale, morality and the stubborn support of American evangelicals for Donald Trump with special guest Canada-US political commentator David Frum (The Atlantic Monthly, MSNBC and author of 'Trumpocracy: The Corruption of the American Republic').Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at the Chateau Versailles Hotel in MontrealCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).This episode was recorded on October 25th, 2018.

Introducing 'Spirits & Spirituality', a bi-weekly podcast featuring talk radio legend Tommy Schnurmacher, the Rabbi Avi Finegold and a rotating, round-table panel of guests in a series of provocative conversations about society, politics and faith over a couple of cocktails. On this episode, hosts Tommy and Avi discuss the power of empathy in overcoming hate as they're joined by writer and activist David Abitbol to explore the origins of his friendship with Megan Phelps-Roper, a former member of extremist hate group the Westboro Baptist Church. Production by Andre Goulet Technical assistance from Ricochet Media This conversation was recorded in August, 2018 at the Museum of Jewish Montreal.

On the third episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore faith and feminism with guest Dr. Kimberley Manning of Concordia University's Simone de Beauvoir Institute. Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at The Museum of Jewish MontrealCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).Established in 1978, the Simone de Beauvoir Institute has the oldest Women’s Studies program in Canada and is recognized as one of the most innovative places in Quebec and Canada to study feminisms and develop initiatives that promote equality and social justice. For more information go to http://www.concordia.ca/artsci/sdbi.htmlThis conversation was recorded in August, 2018.

On the second episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the power of empathy in overcoming hatred as guest David Abitbol (jewlicious.com) explores the origins of his friendship with Megan Phelps-Roper, a former member of extremist hate group the Westboro Baptist Church.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at The Museum of Jewish MontrealCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).Jewlicious is a grassroots organization changing the way young adults affiliate and participate in Jewish life. Find out more at jewlicious.com.This conversation was recorded in August, 2018.

On the inaugural episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore what they aim to achieve with the show. And- religion can be arduous: discussing faith, trust and kosher cruise ships.Production by Andre GouletTechnical assistance from Ricochet MediaLogo by Design is YummyTheme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer SocalledRecorded at The Museum of Jewish MontrealCheck out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (http://atelierlou.com/).