Podcast appearances and mentions of rabbi rami

Welcome back to another edition of The 'X' Zone Radio Show with Rob McConnell, broadcasting across Canada, the United States, and around the world from our studios in Niagara, Ontario. Tonight, we are honored to welcome a truly extraordinary guest — Rabbi Rami Shapiro — a rabbi, author, spiritual teacher, and philosopher whose work transcends religious boundaries and dogma to speak directly to the human soul. Rabbi Rami has written over thirty books on religion, spirituality, and ethics, and is known for his deep insights, candid irreverence, and unwavering commitment to spiritual authenticity. Through his Substack newsletter at rabbirami.substack.com, he explores what it means to live wisely, love fiercely, and awaken to the sacred that pervades all things. Whether you're religious, spiritual-but-not-religious, a seeker, or a skeptic — get ready for a deeply thoughtful, often humorous, and always profound conversation. Joining us now on The 'X' Zone is Rabbi Rami Shapiro.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

Turning Challenges into Strengths: Rabbi Rami's Journey from Dyslexia to Business LeadershipRabbi Rami Goldberg shares his inspiring journey of overcoming dyslexia to become a successful CEO and community leader. From struggling with reading in third grade to co-founding patent broker Optimal IP and working with Israel 365, Rami discusses how learning differences can become business advantages. He explores the power of community support, the importance of structured learning, and how faith intersects with entrepreneurship. Based in Israel, Rami also reflects on resilience during challenging times and the role of shared values in building stronger communities.Early Challenges & DiagnosisDiagnosed with dyslexia around third grade when reading difficulties became apparentExperienced the social challenges of being pulled out of class and called upon to readParents advocated for accommodations and support throughout his educationAcademic Perseverance and Business Success Through Different ThinkingCompleted extensive religious studies including rabbinical degree despite reading challengesLearned Hebrew and Aramaic alongside English, adding complexity to his studiesDeveloped rigid scheduling and time management systems to succeed academicallyNotes that dyslexia statistics show 50% of CEOs and 50% of prisoners have the conditionTransitioned from academic world to business, finding his strengths in sales and entrepreneurshipCo-founded Optimal IP (international patent attorney broker) and currently works with Israel 365Community & Support SystemsEmphasises the crucial role of community support throughout his journeyAdvocates for in-person connections and volunteer work to combat isolationMentors others through business and religious organisationsBest Quote“The only reason why I can read today is really because of that study partner who really forced me to go through the exercises over and over and over again to the point where I was, you know, to, I'm still not fluent today... But I do have my fourth grader, well, correct me as I'm reading."Contact InformationFind Rabbi Rami Goldberg here: https://www.youtube.com/@RamiGoldberg  and his Israel 365 Biblical Money podcast here: www.theisraelbible.com/biblical-money Find Leah Brown FRSA here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-brown-frsa-b71b0844/ and @leahtalks_ on Instagram, TikTok and X.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode by following The Longest Day Podcast here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelongestdaypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/15QDqkhjZw/?mibextid=wwXIfr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLongestDayPodcast-z1x X: @longestdaypod TikTok: @thelongestdaypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongestdaypodcast Website: www.thelongestdaypodcast.com All previous episodes: https://pod.link/1684217939

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

This is an interesting message from an Orthodox Rabbi who lives in Israel. In it, Rami Goldberg teaches about families, justice, righteousness, and the speaking of blessing over children.

Rapid shifts in interest rates, political turbulence, fluctuating tariffs, and the unpredictable bulls and bears of the stock market—staying grounded isn't just a personal virtue, it's a professional necessity. On the latest episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with Rabbi Rami Shapiro, renowned Reform rabbi, prolific author, and voice of contemporary spirituality. Known for his work rooted in the perennial philosophy and liberal Judaism, Rabbi Rami brings a timeless lens to today's complex challenges. Their conversation bridges ancient wisdom with modern-day strategy—reminding us that leadership, clarity, and resilience are cultivated through inner balance. As we navigate 2025's evolving business landscape, this episode offers tools to help professionals remain centered amid external chaos. Tune in for practical insights on how to integrate mindfulness, values-based decision-making, and spiritual perspective into your business practices—because while we can't control the tides, we can learn to sail through them with purpose. Tune in to Coach Talk Radio on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

with Rabbi Rami Goldberg of Israel 365 News

On today's enlightening episode, we welcome the wise and insightful Rabbi Rami Shapiro. Rabbi Shapiro, known for his deep exploration of spiritual truths across multiple traditions, brings a refreshing and inclusive perspective to the journey of spiritual awakening. His story is one of continuous seeking and profound understanding, challenging conventional boundaries and inviting us to explore the deeper essence of spirituality.Rabbi Rami's spiritual journey began unexpectedly during his high school years. As a young Orthodox Jew, he was introduced to Asian civilizations through a course taught by two professors who had spent a summer in India. This exposure to Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism sparked a profound curiosity in him. During a summer meditation by a lake, he experienced a mystical state of interconnectedness and overwhelming love for the universe, a moment that profoundly shaped his spiritual path. He describes it vividly: “I knew that everything was interconnected. Everything was a manifestation of this one dynamic process, which in Buddhism might be called Dharmakaya and in Judaism, God.SPIRITUAL TAKEAWAYSInterconnectedness of All Things: Rabbi Rami emphasizes the importance of recognizing the interconnected nature of all existence. His mystical experience revealed that everything is part of a single, dynamic process, underscoring the need to live with awareness and compassion. “I knew that everything was interconnected,” he explains, pointing to the profound realization that binds us all.Breaking Free from Dogma: Rabbi Rami advocates for a spirituality that transcends rigid dogmas and embraces the wisdom found in diverse religious traditions. He encourages us to look beyond the confines of institutionalized religion and explore the deeper, mystical truths that unite us. As he puts it, “A holy rascal is curious about the deeper meaning of religion, not the self-focused nature of religious institutions.”Meditation as a Path to Truth: For Rabbi Rami, meditation is a crucial practice for connecting with the deeper, non-dual reality of existence. He practices Jewish mantra meditation and believes in its power to shift consciousness from a narrow, ego-based perspective to a more expansive, interconnected awareness. “You just let the mind do what the mind does,” he advises, “and realize you're not the mind.”Rabbi Rami's journey from aspiring Buddhist studies professor to Zen Rabbi is a testament to his belief in the fluidity of spiritual exploration. A pivotal moment came during a retreat with a Zen master who challenged him to pursue rabbinical studies. This unexpected direction led him to blend his Jewish heritage with the universal insights of Zen Buddhism, creating a unique spiritual approach that embraces the best of both worlds.In his teachings, Rabbi Rami Shapiro often speaks of the concept of the "holy rascal"—one who finds the sacred in the profane and the profound in the mundane. A holy rascal, he says, is someone who breaks the rules to get to the heart of spiritual truth, unafraid to challenge conventional wisdom and explore the depths of religious experience. “Religion is much too important to leave in the hands of professionals,” he asserts, highlighting the need for personal exploration and understanding.Rabbi Rami's work is deeply rooted in the belief that all spiritual paths lead to the same ineffable experience of the divine. He draws from various traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, and Islam, seeking the non-dual reality they all point towards. His approach is not about amalgamating different religions but finding the common thread of perennial wisdom that runs through them all.In our conversation, Rabbi Rami shared a profound quote: “There's this teaching that the universe has a hum. It's a musical thing that's happening and you can tune into it. If it's not magic, you just be quiet and listen.” This statement encapsulates his belief in the subtle, yet powerful, vibrational essence of the universe that we can all connect with through stillness and mindfulness.Rabbi Rami Shapiro's mission is to help individuals awaken to their true selves and live in harmony with the interconnected web of life. His teachings are a call to embrace our shared humanity, transcend divisive dogmas, and cultivate a deeper, more inclusive spirituality.Please enjoy my conversation with Rabbi Rami Shapiro.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

This series of interviews filmed at the 2024 National Religious Broadcaster's Convention provides a unique and relevant perspective of the nation of Israel through the eyes and experiences of its people, from government leaders to advocacy activists to post-October 7 volunteers—and more.

Heather Zeiger of the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity outlines the difference between adoption versus surrogacy and how Christians are called to view medicine. Rabbi Rami Goldberg, Director of Strategic Relationships for Israel365, shares about the work of supporting the Holy Land as Jews and Christians, and the fierceness the youth in Israel are displaying. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Join host Linda Lang as she delves into the profound world of mysticism with the insightful Rabbi Rami Shapiro on this episode of Exploring the Mystical Side of Life. Rabbi Shapiro shares his perspective on transforming the egoic self, the potential of consciousness, and the importance of authentic spirituality for humanity's survival. Key Highlights of the Episode:

Rabbi Rami Shapiro received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. He is author of more than thirty-six books on religion and spirituality and currently co-directs the One River Foundation. He was the founding rabbi of Temple Beth Or in Miami, Florida and senior rabbi of Metivta, a center for contemplative Judaism in Los Angeles, CA. An award-winning poet, Rabbi Rami is also a liturgist, and essayist, whose prayers are included in worship services across the denominational spectrum of American congregations and a recipient of the Huston Smith Award for Interfaith Education and Service from the Board of Directors of the Order of Universal Interfaith. In a deep and wise conversation, Rabbi Rami talks about different moving exchanges with mystics of different religions, the meaning of friendship, the Divine Mother, and the beauty of silence. Blessed with the gift of the gab, Rabbi Rami enchantingly and brightly speaks about the meaning of swaying during prayer, the meditative-like state produced by whirling and how when we move, we vibrate with the universe. Join the author of “Judaism without tribalism”, widely known as Rabbi Rami in a powerful conversation on breaking free and awakening into aliveness.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with about belief Rabbi Rami Shapiro is an award–winning author of over thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. He received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion and holds a PH.D. in religion from Union Graduate School. A rabbinic chaplain with the USAF for 3 years, a congregational rabbi for 20, and a professor of religious studies for 10, Rabbi Rami currently co-directs the One River Foundation (www.oneriverfoundation.org). Rami is also a Contributing Editor at Spirituality and Health magazine where he writes the Roadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler column for the print magazine, the Spirituality & column for the digital magazine, and hosts the magazine's bi-weekly podcast, Spirituality & Health with Rabbi Rami (www.spiritualityhealth.com). Listen for a great offer from Green Chef. Go to GreenChef dot com slash coachtalk60 and use code coachtalk60 to get 60% off plus free shipping.● Green Chef is the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well, with dinners that work for you—not the other way around.Coach Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with Rabbi Rami Shapiro about belief. Rabbi Rami is an award–winning author of over thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. He received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion and holds a PH.D. in religion from Union Graduate School. A rabbinic chaplain with the USAF for 3 years, a congregational rabbi for 20, and a professor of religious studies for 10, Rabbi Rami currently co-directs the One River Foundation (www.oneriverfoundation.org). Rami is also a Contributing Editor at Spirituality and Health magazine where he writes the Roadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler column for the print magazine, the Spirituality & column for the digital magazine, and hosts the magazine's bi-weekly podcast, Spirituality & Health with Rabbi Rami (www.spiritualityhealth.com). Listen for a great offer from Green Chef. Go to GreenChef dot com slash coachtalk60 and use code coachtalk60 to get 60% off plus free shipping.● Green Chef is the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well, with dinners that work for you—not the other way around.Coach Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

As part of our Men of Co-Creation celebration, Rabbi Rami Shapiro joins Tonya Dawn Recla to share the history of the Lamed Vavnik. Rabbi Rami is an inspirational light on the journey to recognizing oneness and pursuing the path of wholeness. In this episode, he and Tonya talk about the journey from awakening to awakening and how to stay true to that path. Watch now for steps you can take now that keep you trekking toward your best self yet!

Steven Washington is the author of Recovering You: Soul Care and Mindful Movement for Overcoming Addiction. As a former professional dancer who performed on Broadway in Disney's The Lion King, his love of movement inspired him to become the highly acclaimed qi gong and Pilates teacher that he is today. Steven lives a joyful life of recovery and is passionate about helping others as they navigate towards health and happiness. Visit him online at www.stevenwashingtonexperience.com. His essay "Move for Recovery" is featured in the January/February 2023 issue of Spirituality + Health. In this episode, Steven and Rabbi Rami talk about overcoming addiction, soul care, and practicing mindful movement.

Clark Strand is the author of Seeds From a Birch Tree: Writing Haiku and the Spiritual Journey and Now Is the Hour of Her Return: Poems In Praise of the Divine Mother Kali. He is the co-founder of an international, non-sectarian rosary fellowship dedicated to sharing the messages of Our Lady and the co-author, with Perdita Finn, of The Way of the Rose: The Radical Path of the Divine Feminine Hidden in the Rosary. For more information, visit wayoftherose.org. His essay “Wake Up to the Dark” is featured in the January/February 2023 issue of Spirituality + Health. In this episode, Clark and Rabbi Rami talk about harmful technology, evolutionary sleep patterns, and the Divine Feminine.

Rabbi Rami Shapiro PH.D. is an award–winning author of over thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. Rami co-directs the One River Foundation (www.oneriverfoundation.org), is a Contributing Editor at Spirituality and Health magazine, and hosts the magazine's podcast: Spirituality & Health with Rabbi Rami (spiritualityhealth.com).In this episode, we discuss: Interpreting the words of Jesus from the Jewish Mystical perspective.  What does Judaism without tribalism mean? Rethinking traditions in the context of ethics. Living the Golden Rule. Who's a Jew in the context of Judaism without tribalism, or “one foot Judaism”. The purpose of religion and comparing mysticism with religion. Awakening to the divine within as all reality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Mogi is a neuroscientist, writer, and broadcaster based in Tokyo. He is the author of Awakening Your Ikigai and The Way of Nagomi. He has published more than thirty papers on cognitive science and neuroscience, and over one hundred books in Japan covering popular science, essay, criticism, and self-help. His books have sold close to one million copies. In this episode, Ken and Rabbi Rami talk about harmony in disagreements, the five pillars of nagomi, and finding purpose in your current moment. Find out more about Spirituality and Health magazine

Dr. Ken Mogi is a neuroscientist, writer, and broadcaster based in Tokyo. He is the author of Awakening Your Ikigai and The Way of Nagomi. He has published more than thirty papers on cognitive science and neuroscience, and over one hundred books in Japan covering popular science, essay, criticism, and self-help. His books have sold close to one million copies. In this episode, Ken and Rabbi Rami talk about harmony in disagreements, the five pillars of nagomi, and finding purpose in your current moment.

Dr. Joanna LaPrade earned her MA and PhD in Jungian and Archetypal Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Carpinteria, California. She is now the founder of Aion Psychotherapy and a practicing Jungian psychologist in Colorado. Her therapeutic work focuses on helping clients find a meaningful connection to their inner worlds.  Joanna is the author of Forged in Darkness: The Many Paths of Personal Transformation, a book that unites self-discovery with mythology to handle an important dilemma of our times—how to live with the darkness in life, reminding us that we have more ways of accepting and growing from the deep and dark places within us than we ever thought possible. Joanna is an educator who has taught, lectured, and written extensively on the Jungian and archetypal perspective. For more information about her work, visit www.aionpsychotherapy.com  Joanna's essay “The Ascent” appears in the November/December 2022 issue of Spirituality & Health. This week, Joanna and Rabbi Rami dive deep into depth psychology, archetypal energies, and the power of initiation.

Julie Peters is a yoga and meditation teacher, counselor, and Tarot reader based out of Edmonton, Alberta. She is a staff writer for Spirituality & Health and the author of two books: Secrets of the Eternal Moon Phase Goddesses: Meditations on Desire, Relationships, and the Art of Being Broken and the Canada Book Award-winning Want: 8 Steps to Recovering Desire, Passion, and Pleasure After Sexual Assault. She offers live and on-demand yoga as well as one-on-one sessions online through her website juliepeters.ca. Follow her on Instagram @juliepeterswellness.  Her article "Decolonizing Therapy" is featured in the November/December 2022 issue of Spirituality & Health. In this episode, Julie and Rabbi Rami talk about Freudian therapy, cultural colonization, and therapy for women. 

Recently in the media there has been a sudden explosion of discussion about Judaism and antisemitism in particular. I realize that my knowledge of Judaism is rather limited. It what was most assuredly divine timing I got a chance to speak to Rabbi Rami Shapiro. He is genuinely amazing. He is a genius and I could talk to him for days. He recently wrote a book that makes the attempt to move spirituality and judaism in particular beyond the Tribalistic separation that has occured in the Western World. Here we discuss the fact that Judaism is truly about being, the universal truths of being god. Here we get a better understanding of anti semitism and what it truly means. Rabbi Rami Shapiro an ordained Reform rabbi with a PhD in religious studies; a contributing editor for Spirituality & Health Magazine; a podcast host (Spirituality & Health Podcast with Rabbi Rami); an award-winning author of over three dozen books on religion and spirituality; and the co-founder of the One River Foundation (www.oneriverfoundation,org). Shapiro's spiritual knowledge goes far beyond just Judaism, he has taken Bodhisattva vows in Zen Buddhism, become a 33° Mason in the Scottish Rite, been initiated into the Ramakrishna Order of Vedanta Hinduism, joined the Theosophical Society, published three dozen books, has had his poems included in prayer books and hymnals around the English speaking world. Buy My Art - Unique Sigil Magic and Energy Activation Through Flow Art and Voyages Through Space and Imagination. https://www.newearth.art/ The New Earth Activation trainings - Immerse yourself in 12 hours of content focused on the new earth with channeling, meditations, advanced training and access to the new earth https://realityrevolutioncon.com/newearth Alternate Universe Reality Activation  get full access to new meditations, new lectures, recordings from the reality con and the 90 day AURA meditation schedulehttps://realityrevolutionlive.com/aura45338118 BUY MY BOOK! https://www.amazon.com/Reality-Revolution-Mind-Blowing-Movement-Hack/dp/154450618X/ Listen to my book on audible https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Reality-Revolution-Audiobook/B087LV1R5V Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/The-Reality-Revolution-Podcast-Hosted-By-Brian-Scott-102555575116999 Join our Facebook group The Reality Revolution https://www.facebook.com/groups/523814491927119 Contact us at media@advancedsuccessinstitute.com

Dr. Deborah Threadgill Egerton is a psychotherapist, spiritual teacher, and IEA-certified Enneagram practitioner, consultant, and coach. She's the founder and president of Trinity Transition Consultants, and the author of Know Justice Know Peace: A Transformative Journey of Social Justice, Anti-Racism, and Healing through the Power of the Enneagram. The book is reviewed in the November/December issue of Spirituality & Health Magazine. In this episode, Deborah and Rabbi Rami discuss the Enneagram, anti-racism, and how to counter "othering."

What is God? Why are people leaving organised religion in droves? What is mysticism? What is the delusion of separation? Why are we terrified of death? What is enlightenment? Why would a loving God create hell? What are the four components of perennial wisdom? How is religion a ‘map' and mysticism/spirituality a compass? How and why does a Rabbi (and Doctor of Religion) consider religion to be the problem and not the solution? As you can imagine (if you know me), I was super excited to talk with Rabbi Rami and he did not disappoint. When I chat with guests, I'm almost-always thinking about questions, topics and conversations that will be of most value and interest to my audience but sometimes, I'm selfish. Sometimes I open conversational doors that I know won't be of interest to the entirety of my (typical) audience. This chat was that. I f*ckin' loved it and many of you will too, but perhaps not all. *BIO: Rabbi Rami Shapiro is an author, teacher and speaker on the subjects of liberal Judaism and contemporary spirituality, he served for ten years as Adjunct Professor of Religion at Middle Tennessee State University and is an award–winning author of thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. He also received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion, holds a Ph.D. in religion, was a rabbinic chaplain with the USAF for 3 years, a congregational rabbi for 20 and was a Professor of Religious Studies for 10. Okay, he's been busy (lol). Enjoy. rabbirami.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is God? Why are people leaving organised religion in droves? What is mysticism? What is the delusion of separation? Why are we terrified of death? What is enlightenment? Why would a loving God create hell? What are the four components of perennial wisdom? How is religion a ‘map' and mysticism/spirituality a compass? How and why does a Rabbi (and Doctor of Religion) consider religion to be the problem and not the solution? As you can imagine (if you know me), I was super excited to talk with Rabbi Rami and he did not disappoint. When I chat with guests, I'm almost-always thinking about questions, topics and conversations that will be of most value and interest to my audience but sometimes, I'm selfish. Sometimes I open conversational doors that I know won't be of interest to the entirety of my (typical) audience. This chat was that. I f*ckin' loved it and many of you will too, but perhaps not all. *BIO: Rabbi Rami Shapiro is an author, teacher and speaker on the subjects of liberal Judaism and contemporary spirituality, he served for ten years as Adjunct Professor of Religion at Middle Tennessee State University and is an award–winning author of thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. He also received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion, holds a Ph.D. in religion, was a rabbinic chaplain with the USAF for 3 years, a congregational rabbi for 20 and was a Professor of Religious Studies for 10. Okay, he's been busy (lol). Enjoy. rabbirami.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rabbi Rami Shapiro is an award-winning author of over thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. He received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion and holds a PH.D. in religion from Union Graduate School. A rabbinic chaplain with the USAF for 3 years, a congregational rabbi for 20, and a professor of religious studies for 10, Rabbi Rami currently co-directs the One River Foundation (www.oneriverfoundation.org). Rami is also a Contributing Editor at Spirituality and Health magazine where he writes the Roadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler column for the print magazine, the Spirituality & column for the digital magazine, and hosts the magazine's bi-weekly podcast, Spirituality & Health with Rabbi Rami (www.spiritualityhealth.com).

Ari Wallach is a futurist and the founder and executive director of Longpath Labs. A sought-after speaker on innovation, AI, and the future of public policy, Ari Wallach's TEDTalk on longpath thinking has been viewed by 2.6 million people and has been translated into 21 languages.  His new book is Longpath: Becoming the Great Ancestors Our Future Needs. Ari was interviewed for the November/December issue of Spirituality & Health. In this episode, Ari and Rabbi Rami talk about planting trees for future generations, win-win relationships, and how to develop longpath thinking.

Adrienne van der Valk is a writer, podcaster, certified meditation and yoga teacher, recovery mentor, co-founder of REVA Recovery Support, and co-host of The Hangover Liberation Society podcast. In her work as a trauma-informed recovery mentor, Adrienne teaches meditation and movement techniques to help her students align their minds and bodies with their vision for their sober lives. She draws on her background in social work and education as well as her personal journey with alcohol use disorder and years of research on the neuroscience of addiction to create her groundbreaking mentorship curriculum. As an anti-racist feminist, she also speaks, writes, and teaches about the social and political roots of addiction. Adrienne's work has been featured on the Messages & Methods and Not Your Little Lady podcasts, as well as Shout Out Atlanta, Real Food Whole Life, The Sober Curator, and Spirituality & Health. Download a free chapter from her forthcoming book Big Sober Energy at bigsoberenergy.com. You can read her essay “Mindfulness Over Merlot” on the Spirituality & Health website. In this episode, Adrienne and Rabbi Rami discuss sobriety, substance use disorder, and the power of mindfulness.

Carrie Wilkens, PhD is co-founder and clinical director of the CMC in New York City, NY; Long Island, NY; and Washington, DC. She is cofounder of CMC: Berkshires, a private inpatient/residential program employing the same treatment approaches in Western Massachusetts, and cofounder and president of the CMC: Foundation for Change, a nonprofit organization with the mission of improving the dissemination of evidence-based ideas and strategies to professionals and loved ones of persons struggling with substance use through the Invitation to Change approach. Wilkens is co-author of the award-winning books, Beyond Addiction, and The Beyond Addiction Workbook for Family and Friends: Evidence-Based Skills to Help a Loved-One Make Positive Change (New Harbinger), which was featured in Spirituality & Health's Sept/Oct 2022 feature "Books We Love." She is also contributor to a user-friendly workbook, The Parent's 20 Minute Guide. In this episode, Carrie and Rabbi Rami discuss addiction and recovery, caring for loved ones in addiction, and using curiosity to encourage change.

Mark Nepo moved and inspired readers and seekers all over the world with his New York Times-bestseller, The Book of Awakening. Beloved as a poet, teacher, and storyteller, Mark has been called “one of the finest spiritual guides of our time.” His books have been translated into more than 20 languages. His latest book, out now, is Surviving Storms: Finding the Strength to Meet Adversity. His essay “To Admire” is featured in the September/October issue of Spirituality & Health. In this episode, Mark and Rabbi Rami discuss the “dark night” of mankind, how to counter fracture and divisiveness, and the sweetness of mindful moments with loved ones.

Dr. Rachel Goldsmith Turow is a psychotherapist in private practice, a research scientist, and an adjunct faculty member at Seattle University and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She has trained hundreds of individuals to use mindfulness, self-compassion, and cognitive behavioral skills to transform their self-criticism into self-encouragement and to cultivate resilience. An excerpt from her most recent book, The Self-Talk Workout: Six Science-Backed Strategies to Dissolve Self-Criticism and Transform the Voice in Your Head, is featured in the September/October print issue of Spirituality & Health. In this episode, Rachel and Rabbi Rami chat about self-talk vs. self-esteem, the writing process, and the healing power of mindfulness.

You've heard the call, “I'm not religious, but I am spiritual.” What does that even mean? And, why are so many people running from organized religion, but flocking to some amorphous and ambiguous claim to spirituality that often extends not further than a sense that you yearn for something more? And, is that okay? Or, are we leaving something behind? And, if so, what? Is it a part of ourselves? A sense of wholeness and belonging? How do we reclaim a feeling of connectedness and expansiveness and ease, without also surrendering to the strictures of organized religion that, too often, integrate tribalism, separateness and disconnection from our lived, modern experience?These are the questions we dive into with my guest today, Rabbi Rami Shapiro. Rabbi Rami is an award-winning author of over three dozen books on religion and spirituality, including his latest, Judaism Without Tribalism. In our conversation today, we explore why so many people are leaving organized religion, the distinction between religion and spirituality, the evolution of God and religion, and much more.You can find Rabbi Rami at: WebsiteIf you LOVED this episode you'll also love the conversations we had with Rabbi Steve Leder about the role of faith and how to share our wisdom with future generations.Check out our offerings & partners: My New Book SparkedMy New Podcast SPARKEDVisit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount CodesGoing West: Whether you're looking for a new true crime podcast that has minimal side-talk or one that focuses on the victim and their story, you have to check out Going West! Going West is a true crime podcast hosted by Portland, Oregon couple Daphne and Heath, and in each episode, they dive into various US-based disappearance and murder cases. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.ClickUp: Save time with the all-in-one productivity platform that brings teams, tasks, and tools together in one place. Sign up today at ClickUp.com & use code GOODLIFE to get 15% off ClickUp's massive Unlimited Plan for a year—meaning you can start reclaiming your time for under $5 a month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julia Cameron is the bestselling author of more than 40 books, fiction and nonfiction, as well as a poet, songwriter, filmmaker, and playwright. Commonly referred to as the Godmother or High Priestess of creativity, her tools are based in practice, not theory, and she considers herself "the floor sample of her own toolkit." Her book The Artist's Way has been translated into 40 languages and has sold more than five million copies to date. In this episode, Julia and Rabbi Rami talk about the story of Adam and Eve, casting off shame, and her latest book, Seeking Wisdom: A Spiritual Path to Creative Connection.

Avi and Rabbi Rami discuss Shabbos, play, freedom of belief, tribalism, silence, gratitude practice, changing the world without antagonism and the divine feminine.Rabbi Rami Shapiro is an award–winning author of over thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. He received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion and holds a PH.D. in religion from Union Graduate School. A rabbinic chaplain with the USAF for 3 years, a congregational rabbi for 20, and a professor of religious studies for 10, Rabbi Rami currently co-directs the One River Foundation (www.oneriverfoundation.org). Rami is also a Contributing Editor at Spirituality and Health magazine where he writes the Roadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler column for the print magazine, the Spirituality & column for the digital magazine, and hosts the magazine's bi-weekly podcast, Spirituality & Health with Rabbi Rami (www.spiritualityhealth.com).Links:Rabbi Rami's websites: https://rabbirami.com and www.oneriverfoundation.orgJudaism without Tribalism book: https://www.amazon.com/Judaism-Without-Tribalism-Blessing-Peoples/dp/1948626659/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NKVN1AGWASAP&keywords=judaism+without+tribalism&qid=1661897172&sprefix=judaism+without+tribalism%2Caps%2C75&sr=8-1&tag=interior0d3-20Rabbi Rami TED Talk - The Way of the Weeble: Cultivating Resilience in Difficult Times: https://www.ted.com/talks/rami_shapiro_the_way_of_the_weeble_cultivating_resilience_in_dark_timesRabbi Rami articles in Spirituality & Health Magazine: https://www.spiritualityhealth.com/authors/rabbi-rami-shapiro Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Awyn Dawn is a pagan high priestess who has been working with spiritual seekers for nearly 10 years. After being incarcerated and overcoming her own life challenges, Awyn dedicated herself to the pagan path and now teaches others in the Colorado prison system. Awyn's second book, Paganism on Parole: Connecting to the Magic All Around, is scheduled for release in November of 2022. Her article “Prison and Paganism” is featured in the July/August 2022 issue of Spirituality & Health. In this episode, Awyn and Rabbi Rami talk about reincarnation, working with the old gods, and deepening faith while incarcerated.

Machiel Klerk is an award-winning social entrepreneur whose latest book is Dream Guidance: Connecting to the Soul Through Dream Incubation. His essay “How to Get Guidance From Your Dreams” appeared in the May/June issue of Spirituality & Health. You can learn more about Machiel at machielklerk.com. In this episode, Machiel and Rabbi Rami chat about the source of dreams, Jungian psychology, and how to pose questions to our own dreams.

Rabbi Rami Shapiro is an award–winning author of over 36 books on religion and spirituality. He received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion and holds a PhD in religion from Union Graduate School.  Rami is also the contributing editor at Spirituality & Health magazine and hosts the Spirituality & Health podcast. In this episode, guest host Sarah Bowen chats with Rabbi Rami about the presence of the divine, mindfulness and mantra, and Rabbi Rami's new book, Judaism Without Tribalism: A Guide to Being a Blessing to All the Peoples of the Earth. This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Life is full of twists and turns, stress, changes, grief, moments of growth, and moments where we feel like we're taking a few steps back. It's important to show up for yourself through all of the struggles that life can bring. BetterHelp online therapy is here for the twists and turns, and will assess your needs and can match you with your own licensed professional therapist in less than 48 hours. Special offer for Spirituality & Health listeners: get 10 percent off your first month at betterhelp.com/spiritualityhealth.

Brian D. McLaren is an author, speaker, activist, and public theologian. A former college English teacher and pastor, he is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity”—just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good.  He is a faculty member of The Living School and podcaster with Learning How to See, which are part of the Center for Action and Contemplation. He is also an Auburn Senior Fellow and is a co-host of Southern Lights. In this episode, Brian and Rabbi Rami discuss progressive religion, political extremism, and Brian's book Do I Stay Christian? This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Life is full of twists and turns, stress, changes, grief, moments of growth, and moments where we feel like we're taking a few steps back. It's important to show up for yourself through all of the struggles that life can bring. BetterHelp online therapy is here for the twists and turns, and will assess your needs and can match you with your own licensed professional therapist in less than 48 hours. Special offer for Spirituality & Health listeners: get 10 percent off your first month at betterhelp.com/spiritualityhealth.

Mara Branscombe is a mother, writer, yogi, artist, teacher, mindfulness leader, ceremonialist, and spiritual coach. She is the author of “Ritual As Remedy: Embodied Practices For Soul Care.”   Mara is passionate about weaving the art of mindfulness, self-care, creativity, mind–body practices, and earth-based rituals into her life and work, and she has been leading community ceremony since 2000. In this episode, Mara and Rabbi Rami discuss divine timing, modern mysticism, and how to take care of the energy body. This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Life is full of twists and turns, stress, changes, grief, moments of growth, and moments where we feel like we're taking a few steps back. It's important to show up for yourself through all of the struggles that life can bring. BetterHelp online therapy is here for the twists and turns, and will assess your needs and can match you with your own licensed professional therapist in less than 48 hours. Special offer for Spirituality & Health listeners: get 10 percent off your first month at betterhelp.com/spiritualityhealth.