The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Did Biden’s Infirmities Ruin Liberalism?
20 Dec 2024
This episode delves into the implications of President Biden's alleged cognitive issues and the effects on liberal political institutions. It examines how bo...
20 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
A Critical Moment for Democracies | Eylon Levy with Ya-Ping (Abby) Lee
18 Dec 2024
Ya-Ping (Abby) Lee, presently serving as the Representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Tel Aviv, highlights the urgent challenges facing d...
18 Dec 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Trump's Vengeance Temptation
18 Dec 2024
The episode discusses Donald Trump's potential legal actions against Liz Cheney and others connected to the January 6 committee, reflecting on the motivation...
18 Dec 2024
Mishpacha
Dear Kallah Who Just Broke Her Engagement
17 Dec 2024
Cindy Scarr offers heartfelt guidance to a young woman grappling with the aftermath of a broken engagement. Drawing from personal experience, she acknowledge...
17 Dec 2024
Mishpacha
Software Savvy: Part 20 (2 of 2)
17 Dec 2024
In this continuation of "Software Savvy," business leaders Chaim and Baruch discuss the challenges they face in managing requests for office services and tec...
17 Dec 2024
Mishpacha
A Pioneering Spirit
17 Dec 2024
Rabbi Meyer Fendel, the founding dean of the Hebrew Academy of Nassau County (HANC), passed away at age 98, leaving behind a profound legacy in Jewish educat...
17 Dec 2024
Moment
Opinion | Bibi on Trial or on Stage?
17 Dec 2024
Amid a protracted legal battle marked by allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken the witness s...
17 Dec 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The New Trump
17 Dec 2024
Donald Trump demonstrated a shift in tone during a press conference as president-elect, portraying a less combative and more polished demeanor. The podcast d...
17 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Cultivating Jewish Pride
17 Dec 2024
Rabbi Judah Mischel explores the resurgence of Jewish identity and pride in the face of contemporary global challenges, particularly rising antisemitism and ...
17 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Cultivating Jewish Pride
17 Dec 2024
Rabbi Judah Mischel stresses the significance of embracing Jewish identity and pride in the wake of recent global upheavals. He calls on the Orthodox communi...
17 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Responding to the Call
17 Dec 2024
Rabbi Efraim Mintz discusses the evolution of Orthodox Jewry's response to challenges posed by modernity, specifically highlighting the kiruv (outreach) move...
17 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Rethinking Outreach Post-October 7: Speaking with Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz
17 Dec 2024
Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin interviews Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz about the post-October 7 Jewish identity awakening in the American and Israeli Jewish communities,...
17 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Canada’s Rabbi: The Life and Legacy of Rabbi Reuven Bulka
17 Dec 2024
Rabbi Reuven Bulka, remembered as 'Canada's Rabbi,' exemplified the impact a dedicated community leader can have. Serving for over fifty years as the senior ...
17 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Putting Hope to Work
17 Dec 2024
The article reflects on the challenging times for Israel, faced with prolonged war, and emphasizes hope as a sustaining force. Drawing on Jewish traditions a...
17 Dec 2024
Chabad.org
Hasidic Woman Notices Something Unique About The Rebbe That Many Missed
16 Dec 2024
In an intriguing podcast episode, a Hasidic woman shares her personal insights into the life and influence of the Rebbe, the revered leader of the Chabad-Lub...
16 Dec 2024
JTA
New mayor of Florence, Italy, is the first woman and first Jew to lead the historic city
16 Dec 2024
Sara Funaro has made history by becoming the first woman and first Jew to serve as mayor of Florence, Italy. Despite facing antisemitic online attacks and pr...
16 Dec 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah
Rabbis: You Must Apologize
13 Dec 2024
Rabbi Zvi Gluck, a respected figure in the Charedi community and CEO of the organization Amudim, condemns religious leaders who wrote letters advocating for ...
13 Dec 2024
Haaretz Weekly
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The (deep) state vs. Benjamin Netanyahu: Inside the courtroom during the PM's testimony
12 Dec 2024
The episode explores the complex dynamics of Benjamin Netanyahu's criminal trial, where he faces charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust while maintai...
12 Dec 2024
Forward
Challenges and opportunities for the Jewish members of the 119th Congress
12 Dec 2024
The 119th U.S. Congress sees noteworthy developments for Jewish members, with representation remaining stable but significant changes within party dynamics a...
12 Dec 2024
JTA
What to expect from the 34 Jewish members of the next Congress
12 Dec 2024
The upcoming U.S. Congress will see 34 Jewish members, with possible changes including the doubling of Jewish Republicans and new Jewish Democratic represent...
12 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Anthony Weiner mulls political comeback in New York
12 Dec 2024
Anthony Weiner, the former congressman known for his scandalous past, is contemplating a return to politics by considering a bid for a New York City Council ...
12 Dec 2024
Moment
How can Jewish communities–and Judaism–thrive in our tumultuous age? with Andrés Spokoiny and Nadine Epstein
11 Dec 2024
Andrés Spokoiny, President and CEO of the Jewish Funders Network, teams up with Moment Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein to discuss his latest book, "Tradition ...
11 Dec 2024
MomentMag
How can Jewish communities–and Judaism–thrive in our tumultuous age with Andrés Spokoiny
11 Dec 2024
The discussion features Andrés Spokoiny and Nadine Epstein as they delve into the themes of Spokoiny's book "Tradition and Transition," exploring how Jewish ...
11 Dec 2024
Mishpacha
Beacon of Light
10 Dec 2024
Rebbetzin Batya Barg, originally from the USSR and later a key figure in Israel, was renowned for her unwavering commitment to Judaism and community activism...
10 Dec 2024
Chabad.org
Jewish Businesswoman: "I Can’t Keep This A Secret Any Longer..."
10 Dec 2024
Raizy Fried, a Jewish businesswoman, author, and speaker, shares an inspiring narrative of personal transformation through spiritual discovery. Despite her o...
10 Dec 2024
JTA
Benjamin Netanyahu takes the stand in his corruption trial
10 Dec 2024
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in court as part of his ongoing trial for corruption charges, marking a historic occasion where a sitting...
10 Dec 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
Remembering Arnie Weiner, a remarkable Jewish professional
10 Dec 2024
Arnie Weiner is fondly remembered by David Raphael, the co-founder of the Jewish Grandparents Network, for his profound impact as a Jewish community professi...
10 Dec 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Biden's Moment of Senile Amnesia
9 Dec 2024
The episode discusses President Biden's apparent forgetfulness about American hostage Austin Tice, leading to questions about his competency amidst global po...
9 Dec 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
How Jewish organizations are missing out on their own magic
6 Dec 2024
Jewish organizations often neglect the powerful role of strategic marketing and storytelling in their operations, resulting in missed opportunities for engag...
6 Dec 2024
Sources
On Jewish Leadership
4 Dec 2024
The latest issue of "Sources" explores the multifaceted aspects of Jewish leadership, prompted by reflections on Rabbi David Ellenson's impactful contributio...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
The Learning Leader: Orchestrating Organizational and Personal Change
4 Dec 2024
B. Elka Abrahamson explores the dynamics of leadership in contemporary Jewish organizations, emphasizing the need for adaptive leaders to create transformati...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
On These Things the World Stands: Leading with Religious Vision
4 Dec 2024
Avi Killip explores three models of Jewish leadership, drawing on personal experiences and religious teachings. The 'hero model' sees leaders, especially rab...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
Doubt, Empathy, and Hope: Leadership for the Israel of Tomorrow
4 Dec 2024
The article explores pivotal aspects of Israeli leadership amid current societal upheaval. It stresses that blaming Netanyahu for all of Israel's issues is o...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
Jewish Communal Leadership: A Board Chair’s Perspective
4 Dec 2024
This reflection by a former chair of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations explores the nuanced dynamics of Jewish communal lea...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
Mission, Vision, and Jewish Philanthropic Leadership: A Conversation with Rachel Garbow Monroe and Paula B. Pretlow
4 Dec 2024
The conversation with Rachel Garbow Monroe and Paula B. Pretlow of The Harry and Jeannette Weinberg Foundation explored their philanthropic vision and leader...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
Do Lay Leaders Actually Lead?
4 Dec 2024
Lay leadership in Jewish organizations depends on the alignment of the organization's scope, community characteristics, and the leaders' skills. Lay leaders ...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
Spiritual Leadership in Israel after October 7
4 Dec 2024
Spiritual leadership in Israel after October 7 faces the challenge of reconciling hope and despair amidst trauma and political turmoil. The narrative explore...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
Relational Rabbinics: Reframing the Role of Female Clergy
4 Dec 2024
The article explores the evolving role of female clergy in Judaism, emphasizing the importance of relational rabbinics, where clergy combine deep community c...
4 Dec 2024
Sources
Picture This: Three Very Different Views of Jewish Social Justice Leadership
4 Dec 2024
James Forman, known as McDew, was a distinguished civil rights activist and leader within the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), whose Jewish ...
4 Dec 2024
Forward
Trump picks Jewish space adventurer Jared Isaacman to head NASA
4 Dec 2024
Jared Isaacman, a Jewish entrepreneur and founder of Shift4, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead NASA, underscoring a shift in the age...
4 Dec 2024
Chabad.org
The Rebbe, the Artist and the Phoenix
4 Dec 2024
Jacques Lipchitz, a celebrated sculptor, left behind an unfinished piece that left his widow uncertain of how to continue. The intervention of the Rebbe (Rab...
4 Dec 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
From innovation to tradition: Rediscovering the power of the synagogue
4 Dec 2024
Rabbi Jonathan Leener shares his transformative experience running the Prospect Heights Shul in Brooklyn, highlighting the timeless value of synagogues in Je...
4 Dec 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Pardon Us
2 Dec 2024
The podcast discusses President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter, which raises questions about the Biden administration's approach to legal and...
2 Dec 2024
JTA
After pardoning Jared Kushner’s father in his first term, Trump picks him as ambassador to France for his second
2 Dec 2024
Donald Trump, preparing for his second term, announced his nomination of Charles Kushner as U.S. Ambassador to France, marking a notable rehabilitation of Ku...
2 Dec 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
Nurturing the next generation of Jewish leaders
2 Dec 2024
The article addresses the perceived crisis in Jewish leadership, criticizing the narrow focus on declining enrollments in non-Orthodox rabbinical seminaries ...
2 Dec 2024
Chabad.org
Shluchim Group Photo (2024)
1 Dec 2024
Every year, thousands of Chabad-Lubavitch emissaries from all over the world gather for an annual conference, which culminates in a powerful group photograph...
1 Dec 2024
Chabad.org
Meet Chabad Rabbis From All Over the World!
1 Dec 2024
Every year, Chabad rabbis from around the world convene for the Kinus Hashluchim, an international conference that serves as both a gathering for inspiration...
1 Dec 2024
Living Lchaim
How One of TikTok’s Biggest Stars Ended up Becoming Religious in Israel - Ellie Zeiler’s Full Story
30 Nov 2024
Ellie Zeiler, a popular TikTok influencer with over 10 million followers, reveals her transformative journey from the glitzy environment of Los Angeles to em...
30 Nov 2024
Chabad.org
The Rebbe and the Troubled Teen
28 Nov 2024
In this video, a teenager approaches the Lubavitcher Rebbe with skepticism about whether he truly understands her struggles. The Rebbe addresses her concerns...
28 Nov 2024
JCRC Boston Leaders Unplugged
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Who Is JCRC To Represent Me?
27 Nov 2024
JCRC Boston, led by CEO Jeremy Burton, serves as the voice of Greater Boston's Jewish community, representing a diverse council of 40 member organizations to...
27 Nov 2024