Podcasts about Yaffa

This podcast is powered by LSJS. Visit lsjs.ac.uk/learning to learn about our Jewish learning journeys & find something that suits you.   NEW! Talk to us at womensgallery@lsjs.ac.uk and tell us who you'd like to hear interviewed. Meet Rabbanit Yaffa Setton - Yoetzet Halacha, rebbetzen, educator and community leader serving the Syrian Sephardic communities of Brooklyn and Deal, New Jersey. Between teaching high school by day and answering halachic questions at all hours, Yaffa occupies a unique and trusted space in the lives of the women she supports.  Follow her journey through advanced Torah learning — from Nishmat's Yoetzet Halacha training to the International Halacha Scholars Program and now Ematai's groundbreaking end-of-life care fellowship. We reflect on the kinds of sensitive, complex questions women bring her: mikvah, fertility, medical decisions, and moments of real vulnerability. We explore the delicate balance between guidance and psak, the importance of creating safe spaces to ask, and why sometimes simply having someone who understands makes all the difference. We also talk about the strength and warmth of the Syrian community she serves, teaching Torah across generations of the same families, and the models of leadership that inspire her most - particularly Sarah's insight and Miriam's courage to step forward without being asked. It's a thoughtful, grounded conversation about leading with both knowledge and heart. Hear from Chana Henkin, founder of the Yoetzet Halacha programme: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6NvpCAAjrpn1iL0mXgDb8k?si=w1082KvMQ0aQKNDSWxyBSQ Book the course: Women & Mitzvot, featuring Joanne Greenaway: https://lsjs.ac.uk/women-mitzvot-2768

In this episode of Proclaiming Justice, Laurie Cardoza-Moore continues her conversation with Rabbanite Yaffa Batya da Costa, confronting the growing effort to remove the “Judeo” from Judeo-Christian values. As antisemitism rises and biblical truth is distorted, many Christians are being led away from the foundations of their own faith.Yaffa explains why Jesus and the early believers were rooted in the Torah, how Roman Christianity introduced replacement theology, and why God's covenant with Israel remains eternal. This discussion offers biblical clarity, historical context, and a prophetic warning for the time we are living in.Faith demands truth. Silence is not an option.

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Jessica Yaffa, a speaker, trainer, coach, and internationally recognized expert and leader in healthy relationships. They discuss what it truly looks like to heal, rediscover yourself, and step into a new chapter after divorce. Jessica shares insight on dating with the right mindset, how to avoid repeating past dating mistakes, the best date for getting to know someone, and the steps that someone who hasn't dated for 5, 10, or even 20 years can take to make dating smooth and successful.     Learn more about the show at www.SavingWithSteve.us

This bonus edition of The Happier Life Project shines a spotlight on a remarkable collaboration bringing yoga, education, and empowerment to children in India. Host Gabby Sanderson welcomes Gopala Amir Yaffa, the visionary behind Rainbow Yoga, whose journey from Hindu monk to father and global yoga educator has inspired communities across more than 40 countries. Gopala's approach to yoga is playful, social, and deeply connected, rooted in the belief that love and human connection are the most powerful agents of change. Partnering with Yoga Gives Back and Edu-GIRLS, he is helping transform yoga into a tool for resilience, confidence, and joy for underprivileged children in the birthplace of yoga. Listeners will hear the impact of teaching yoga to young people, how this partnership is reshaping lives, and the global support making it possible. In a special announcement, Gopala shares that our very own host and yogi Gabby will join the project in February 2026, living and teaching at the school in India. An inspiring episode that celebrates the heart, magic, and transformative power of yoga in building brighter futures. To support the cause, follow Gabby's journey and make a donation: https://gofund.me/b1321cd12   To download the free My Possible Self App: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypossibleself/ To follow Rainbow Kids on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowkidsyoga/ Rainbow Kids website: https://www.rainbowyogatraining.com/ Yoga Gives Back Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogagivesback/ Yoga Gives Back website: https://yogagivesback.org/ EDU Girls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edugirls/ EDU Girls website: https://edugirls.org/   This project is made possible through a partnership between three incredible organizations, each bringing something unique: Rainbow Kids Yoga Rainbow Kids Yoga makes yoga fun, creative, and interactive for children, teens, and families. They also offer comprehensive teacher training programs for individuals who want to teach yoga to children. Gabby is a graduate of their TTC. Yoga Gives Back Yoga Gives Back is a global nonprofit that mobilizes the yoga community to support women and children in India through education, microloans, and empowerment programs. They transform the gratitude that yoga inspires into direct action, uplifting lives and creating opportunities for those who need it most. Edu-GIRLS Edu-GIRLS provides free, high-quality education for underprivileged girls in India, from preschool to university. They believe every girl deserves access to education and the chance to shape her own future. Together, these organizations form the foundation of Yoga Without Borders; blending yoga, education, and empowerment into one life-changing experience.

Welcome back for Part 2 with Yaffa!If you enjoy our conversation, please rate, review, and subscribe - it really helps with visibility. ⁠Yaffa Instagram⁠⁠Yaffa Patreon⁠Organizing to a Living Utopia Training⁠Leah Instagram

Yaffa As is a trans Palestinian author, culture worker, organizer, and artist. Their work lives at the intersection of disability, immigration, queerness, transness, Palestine, and Muslimness. Their focus on direct action and community care is incredibly inspiring, and over the past year alone, they have helped redistribute over $500,000 to queer and trans communities impacted by genocide.They have written several books, host the BCSD podcast, and always remind us to imagine and build the utopia we all deserve. Our conversation is an infusion of hope, which feels aligned with - and necessary for - the current moment. Enjoy Part 1.PS Yaffa is offering an 8-week session called Organizing to a Living Utopia, built around their book Letters From a Living Utopia...details here!Yaffa InstagramYaffa PatreonLeah Instagram

Did Rome hijack Christianity? Laurie Cardoza-Moore continues her conversation with Rabbinit Yaffa Batya da Costa about how Constantine and the early Church replaced God's eternal covenant with Israel — a deception that still fuels antisemitism today. They break down scripture from John's Gospel, expose translation errors that reshaped Christian beliefs, and call believers back to the Hebraic roots of faith. Learn why biblical Christians must stand against replacement theology and for God's unchanging Word.Follow Proclaiming Justice for more faith-anchored episodes that defend Israel and the truth of Scripture. Visit PJTN.org to support the mission.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share to help us equip more Christians to stand with Israel and fight antisemitism.✨ Stay connected with PJTN! ✨

Did Constantine's church replace the truth of God's covenant? In this compelling Proclaiming Justice episode, Laurie Cardoza-Moore speaks with Rabbanit Yaffa Batya da Costa about the historic roots of replacement theology and how Roman Christianity distorted the Hebrew foundation of faith. Together they reveal how the Council of Nicaea, pagan worship, and centuries of theological corruption fueled modern Christian antisemitism—and why believers must return to the Torah truth and God's eternal covenant with Israel.Join the conversation that's waking up the Church.Donate at pjtn.org and write “For Bnei Anousim – Ezra L'Anousim” in the donation notes to support Yaffah's organization Ezra L'Anousim.Your support helps hidden Jews return to their homeland — just as the prophets foretold.

Judaism has always, from the very beginning, been a counter point to the surrounding culture. Most of us have grown up in a Jewish community that has struggled to blend our surrounding culture with our ancient tradition. But as the culture around us becomes unbearable, maybe this is the exact time to reclaim our roots!About Rabbi Ravid TillesRabbi Ravid Tilles is the School Rabbi and Director of Jewish Life and Learning at Schechter Boston. He and his wife, Yaffa, and three sons are members of the Temple Emanuel family.

MRC Return & Learn Elul 5785 - Yaffa Moskowitz - The Most Important Relationship You'll Ever Have by Shapell's Rabbeim

In this compelling episode of Proclaiming Justice, Laurie Cardoza-Moore continues her conversation with Yaffa Batya da Costa to expose the growing threat of replacement theology. Together, they unpack Romans 11, the writings of Paul, and the historical reality that Jesus and Paul taught from a Hebraic perspective rooted in the Torah.From the ancient Inquisition to modern conservative circles, this dangerous teaching has resurfaced—often under the guise of patriotism or nationalism—driving a wedge between Christians and Jews. Yaffa explains how the early Church Fathers distorted first-century faith, why Pharisaic tradition matters, and what the Bible truly says about Israel's eternal covenant.Listeners will come away equipped to recognize antisemitism in their churches and armed with historical and biblical truth to counter it.Follow Proclaiming Justice on Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify, and share this episode with others who need to hear the truth.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share to help us equip more Christians to stand with Israel and fight antisemitism.✨ Stay connected with PJTN! ✨

Rebbetzin Ruthie Karlinsky, Rebbetzin Esther Shurin, Yaffa Moskowitz - Women's Kinnot by Shapell's Rabbeim

Are Christians unknowingly supporting antisemitism from the pulpit? In this explosive episode, Laurie Cardoza Moore speaks with Rabbi Yaffa Batya da Costa to confront a growing threat: the revival of Greco-Roman replacement theology. They dive into a recent Charlie Kirk interview that dangerously distorts Romans 9–11 and examine how such teachings threaten Jewish-Christian unity and empower antisemitic lies.You'll hear a powerful breakdown of Scripture, insights into the war of Gog and Magog, and the prophetic role of modern Israel. Rabbi Yaffa also shares the urgent need to support “hidden Jews” returning home—and the silence of the Church.Don't miss this challenging and faith-strengthening episode.

On today's Palestine Post, we speak with Yaffa AS, the executive director of the Muslim Alliance for Sexual & Gender Diversity, and is a trans Muslim and displaced Indigenous Palestinian. MASGD is a Black/Indigenous Global Majority, Trans, and Muslim led organization that supports, empowers and connects LGBPQ+ and 2STGNCI+ Muslims and those racialized or perceived as Muslim. We challenge root causes of oppression, including misogyny, racism, capitalism and xenophobia. Check out their work here https://www.themasgd.org/ — Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/   The post Palestine Post: Yaffa AS from the Muslim Alliance for Sexual & Gender Diversity appeared first on KPFA.

On June 25, NATO leaders agreed at their annual summit on a goal of spending five percent of their gross domestic product on defense, more than doubling the old two-percent target. It's unclear how many members will actually reach this goal. Even the target relies on some creative accounting: of the five percent, only 3.5 percent is pledged to what officials call “pure” defense spending, with the remainder going to security and defense-related “critical infrastructure.” Ahead of the NATO summit, The New Yorker published “Collective Punishment: Why is Donald Trump upending America's commitment to NATO?” a story by contributing writer Joshua Yaffa, the author of the 2021 Orwell Prize-winning book “Between Two Fires: Truth, Ambition, and Compromise in Putin's Russia.” In his new article, Yaffa describes how the looming threats of Russian aggression and American withdrawal are pressuring European leaders to reassess their approach to NATO and their broader defense strategies. He joined this episode of The Naked Pravda to discuss the story.Как поддержать нашу редакцию — даже если вы в России и вам очень страшно

Pinkwashing and purplewashing are tools of Israeli propaganda that build a narrative around the Jewish state as a haven for women and queer people. The Zionist arguments for these themes include statements like: Hamas would kill queer people or trans people, and that on the far opposite side Israel's legal system protects those groups. It's a framework that pits queer folks and women against Palestine, and in support of Israel. But activists say pink- and purple-washing are part of a false propaganda machine. Joining us to discuss Israel's pinkwashing and purplewashing campaigns, is Yaffa A.S., the Executive Director of the Muslim Alliance for Sexual & Gender Diversity. Yaffa is a trans Muslim and displaced Indigenous Palestinian. Check out the Muslim Alliance for Sexual & Gender Diversity's website: https://www.themasgd.org/ — Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post Pink and Purple Washing as Tools of Zionism w/ Yaffa AS- Resistance in Residence Artists are Sarah and Ian Hoffman appeared first on KPFA.

President & CEO Gale Nelson Speaks With Alex Arteaga-Gomez & Aime Ferrer, Partners With Grossman, Roth, Yaffa, Cohen

Drawing from life's experiences, Jess Yaffa has a keen ability to transform personal experiences into relatable anthems.  Her debut album, Thoughts That Keep Me Up at Night, released on April 4, 2025, showcases her commitment to authentic storytelling. Collaborating with Grammy-winning producer Scott Jacoby, known for his work with Coldplay and John Legend, Yaffa delivers a collection of songs that are both polished and deeply personal.​ Beyond her music, Yaffa emphasizes the importance of sharing real experiences. She believes that "our real experiences and stories are more powerful than anything that could be made up—my role is to share them so we can hear, feel, and relate."  This philosophy permeates her work, making her a compelling voice in the contemporary music scene.​ Jess has a clear artistic vision for herself and looks forward to continuing to connect with audiences through her honest and heartfelt music. Thoughts That Keep Me Up at Night is available to stream wherever you stream your favorite music. Jess recently stopped by Thunderlove Studio and this is our conversation with her. LINKS Jess on IG Jess on YouTube Jess on Spotify

Tuck chats with Palestinian activist Yaffa (they/she) about their experiences with last year's student encampments, their belief in collectivism, and their journey to mononymity.  Listen to the full episode on Patreon to hear what Yaffa learned about gender from Palestinian elders, among other topics.  Find Yaffa @yaffasutopia across platforms, and at themasgd.org and merajpublishing.com. ~ Senior Producer: Ozzy Llinas Goodman Logo: Ira M. LeighMusic: Breakmaster CylinderAdditional Music: Blue Dot Sessions

Judaism gives us the tools to hold both joy and pain simultaneously. Few understand this better than Rabba Yaffa Epstein, The Jewish Education Project's Senior Scholar and Educator in Residence, who tragically lost her nephew, Yakir Hexter z”l, while fighting in Gaza one year ago.  Yakir was much more than a soldier—he was a brilliant Torah student, a talented artist, an athlete, and a bartender with his own signature cocktail. In this week's episode of Adapting, Rabba Yaffa shares Torah in Yakir's memory, drawing wisdom from Ben Zoma in Pirkei Avot and from Yakir himself, emphasizing the responsibility we all have as spectators to step in and make a difference. Rabba Yaffa juxtaposes her grief with welcoming a beautiful baby girl named in Yakir's honor within the same week, reminding us that we can find light and inspiration even in the darkest of times. This episode was produced by Dina Nusnbaum and Miranda Lapides. The show's executive producers are David Bryfman, Karen Cummins, and Nessa Liben. This episode was engineered and edited by Nathan J. Vaughan of NJV Media. If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a 5-star rating and review, or even better, share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and be the first to know when new episodes are released. To learn more about The Jewish Education Project visit jewishedproject.org where you can find links to our Jewish Educator Portal and learn more about our mission, history, and staff. We are a proud partner of UJA-Federation of New York. 

Jane's relationship with her ex and co-parent is the most challenging relationship in her life—and it's a permanent one. She wants to know how to shift her heart from hatred to neutrality. Jessica leads her on a journey within in this very vulnerable reading.

It's that time of year—the solar eclipse is upon us! This powerful moment invites us to address justice in the world as well as personal evolution and authenticity. Tune in for Jessica's read on this week in the stars.

In an emotionally toxic relationship dynamic with her husband, Sophie wants to explore her own participation. Her cis white male partner is emotionally domineering; is she bolstering the very white supremacy culture that she wishes to dismantle by enabling his behavior? Is their marriage salvageable? Jessica offers constructive steps for moving beyond the cycle of harm.

This week's astrology is likely to trigger your relationships! Venus forms a square to Pluto at the start of the week, triggering intense emotions and fixations. With four stimulating transits to Mercury, there's just going to be a lot of opinions and stories circulating. 

A listener with a ton of fire energy in her chart wonders why those energies don't seem to heat up in social situations. She struggles with authenticity, often feels too exposed, and wonders how to better show up as herself with friends and family. Jessica reveals her to herself in fresh ways.

A week of oppositions means that you'd better watch out for relationship drama! The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 17th is an opportunity for big growth, but there are several pitfalls to be weary of. Tune in for an essential episode of Ghost! Learn more about the Gaza Scholarship Initiative https://www.centeraap.org/gaza-scholarship-fund-for-displaced-students/ And get tickets to the film screening at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/they-were-promised-the-sea-with-director-kathy-wazana-tickets-1001073837797

Megan gets psychic downloads, and sometimes it's a bit scary, while others she worries about being a know-it-all. How do you respect spiritual boundaries and honor this energetic gift while staying grounded? Tune in, and find out! Learn more about the Gaza Scholarship Initiative https://www.centeraap.org/gaza-scholarship-fund-for-displaced-students/ And get tickets to the film screening at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/they-were-promised-the-sea-with-director-kathy-wazana-tickets-1001073837797

Jessica gets you ready for next week's Lunar Eclipse in Pisces and discusses the three supportive transits happening this week - and how to make the most of them! Learn more about the Gaza Scholarship Initiative https://www.centeraap.org/gaza-scholarship-fund-for-displaced-students/ And get tickets to the film screening at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/they-were-promised-the-sea-with-director-kathy-wazana-tickets-1001073837797

Coco Baby feels haunted by a persisting sense of inadequacy in life, career, and her own role in society. She often leans on her addictions when the feelings arise, so she joins Jessica to explore how she can foster a sense of self, independent of unhealthy coping mechanisms.

On the 1st Pluto moves back into Capricorn for the last time for another 250 years! On the 2nd, there will be a consequential New Moon in Virgo, overlapping with a Mars square to Neptune and a trine between Chiron and Mercury. By the end of the week, things get bumpy with a Mercury square to Uranus and Sun opposition to Saturn. Jessica explains what to expect and how to make the most of it!

Where is the line between being tuned to signs and being delulu? How do you prepare for outer planet transit without spiraling? If a planet is in fall or detriment, does that mean you can't reach alignment? Will aligning with your North Nodes purpose actually lead to the end of your life? Tune in to this week's episode where Jessica answers so many questions!

Mercury Retrograde ends this week! Plus Venus trines Uranus, opposes Neptune and trines Pluto in a week that will test your values and your relationships - but also give you the tools to work with them.

When so many transits are happening all at once, how does one parse through all the different energies and identify what's what? A listener joins Jessica to investigate numerous transits and the impact they're having individually and in concert.

The astrology of this week is all over the place, and you're likely to be feeling it! Uranus is at the center of several transit, including the Full Moon in Aquarius. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

From the time she could first form her own opinions, Layla has had problems feeling accepted by her family. She wonders if her family isn't healthy for her or if she's just blaming them for her problems? Jessica delves into the dynamics and sheds some light on the guilty strings that surround familial love.

Big shifts are happening this week as we approach an exact Jupiter square to Saturn as well as an expansive Mars conjunction to Jupiter and a frustrating Mars square to Saturn. This is a time for confronting frustrations and making choices.

Everything points to this being Dylan's Saturn Return... or does it? A listener feels like her Saturn Return is already coming in hard, even though it hasn't begun yet. Jessica takes a comprehensive look at Dylan's birth chart, as they explore the complexity of the other transits at play.

On August 4th, Mercury goes Retrograde until the 28th, *and* we have a New Moon in Leo. We have two supportive transits later in the week, and we're also feeling the effects of Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars due to transits that will be exact next week. Tune in for your weekly dose of astrology for real life.

Beverly is on a solid self-care journey, buuut when it comes to parental figures, she still sometimes gets triggered into old patterns and defensive behaviors. She and Jessica explore what she can do to move into a new chapter with these kinds of relationships.

This week Venus gives a little & takes a little! We have a supportive trine from Venus to Chiron and then she forms a stirring square to Uranus. Tune into this short & sweet horoscope, exclusively on Ghost!

What does it mean when a single tarot card surfaces in almost all of your readings? A listener is constantly pulling the Hierophant card, and it's gotten weird! Jessica helps her to figure out what it means.

Get ready for a transformational week! Pluto features heavily in the powerful Full Moon in Capricorn on the 21st and in a challenging opposition to the Sun, but luckily, we have supportive transits all week long to help us through.

After a tough breakup with an air-heavy partner, Rahul joins Jessica to talk about their dating future. Should they avoid air signs in romance? Are they relying too much on astrology for guidance & instruction when it comes to dating? Jessica gets nuanced and gently guides Rahul away from Sun signs and towards transits.

Unpredictable, aggressive, and challenging astrology kicks off the week, but luckily the transits get more supportive as the week progresses. Tune in to another week with Jessica on Ghost!

A listener seeks fulfillment in relationships but often finds themself in the same old patterns dictated by gendered cultural norms. They desperately want to break their patterns and unlearn normative conditioning around love and self-worth, but they just aren't sure where to begin. Jessica offers a starting place and a new perspective.

Venus forms a sextile to Uranus, trine to Neptune, and an opposition to Pluto in this very Venusian week! Plus, Jessica unpacks more of the big-picture astrology of our times.

Stevie has been struggling with active, functional addiction for 15 years. Her drinking has never brought her to rock bottom; in fact, she has a successful career, friends, and family that love her. But the problem is... she just can't love herself. 

With a super emotional New Moon in Cancer on the 6th, you can trust that this week is meant to kick up some big feelings and growth! This week we also have a Mercury opposition to Pluto and Venus square to Chiron, both provoking challenges and creating opportunities for major transformation. Plus, Jessica discusses what to expect from Neptune in Aries and how to make the most of the final months of Neptune in Pisces.

Happy Pride! A Trans man joins Jessica to talk about sex. While he's transitioned happily, he hasn't yet been able to fully embody his own sexuality. He and Jessica discuss what it means to be a sexual person in a body: from dysphoria, disconnection, experimentation, porn, prudishness, kink, and more. Register for Joy in the Time of Apocalypse a live conversation with Jessica Lanyadoo, adrienne maree brown, Sonya Renee Taylor on July 20th here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joy-in-the-time-of-apocalypse-a-live-conversation-on-being-deeply-known-in-times-of-crisis-tickets-929773446407?aff=oddtdtcreator

This week is so Mercury! It trines Saturn, squares Chiron, and sextiles Uranus. Expect things to be busy, and get the cheat codes for how to make the most of them on this week's Ghost. Register for Joy in the Time of Apocalypse a live conversation with Jessica Lanyadoo, adrienne maree brown, Sonya Renee Taylor on July 20th here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joy-in-the-time-of-apocalypse-a-live-conversation-on-being-deeply-known-in-times-of-crisis-tickets-929773446407?aff=oddtdtcreator