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The text responds to Barry Finestone's article on Jewish workforce challenges, discussing the unsustainable stress and demands faced by Jewish communal profe...

Daniel Steinberg, a retired stand-up comic and interim rabbi at Congregation Ahavas Shalom in Columbus, Ohio, initially struggled to engage his kehillah with...

Esther Coopersmith, a prominent figure in Washington, DC, and a recipient of Moments Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018, passed away, leaving a significant i...

Rabbi Haskel and Rabbi Josh Lookstein discuss the complexities of maintaining personal identity and agency within the pressures of a prominent rabbinic famil...

The article defends the congregational rabbinate amidst a perceived crisis in synagogue engagement in the U.S. It highlights the unique roles and connections...

Joseph Lieberman, a centrist senator from Connecticut and the first Jewish member of a major presidential ticket in 2000 as Al Gore's running mate, has passe...

Various letters to the editor discuss different aspects of Jewish communal leadership and events. One writer raises concerns about the Board of Deputies' eff...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi critically discuss the leadership of Prime Minister Netanyahu amidst ongoing internal and external conflicts faced by ...

Joe Lieberman, a former Connecticut senator and the first Jewish vice-presidential nominee, has passed away at 82. Lieberman, an Orthodox Jew, maintained his...

Rav Chaim and Rebbetzin Batsheva Kanievsky were a deeply inspirational couple known for providing solace to the Jewish community. Despite Rebbetzin Batsheva ...

In the aftermath of terrorist attacks in Israel, the Jewish philanthropic community mobilized emergency aid and disaster-relief efforts to support the countr...

The tradition of "Chazak, chazak, vnitchazeik" reflects the essence of organizational development through key performance indicators (KPIs) in Jewish nonprof...

Senator Chuck Schumer, often referencing the Hebrew word "shomer" meaning guardian in relation to his surname, has positioned himself as a prominent Jewish f...

Jewish Life Stories featured three notable individuals: Juli Lynne Charlot, known for inventing the iconic poodle skirt and designing dresses for dignitaries...

Daniil Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the current sociopolitical climate in Israel, highlighting the leadership's disconnect from the public and the ...

The episode delves into the influence of charisma in Jewish communal leadership, focusing on figures like R Avrohom Kalisker and the Vilna Gaon. It explores ...

The Dwight D. Opperman Foundation plans to award the Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Leadership Award to Elon Musk, Rupert Murdoch, and others, leading to object...

The article discusses the evolving dynamics of leadership within couples, specifically focusing on the roles of rabbis and rebbetzins in modern times. Drawin...

Jewish boards share similarities with nonprofit boards in areas like providing value, CEO evaluations, fundraising support, strategic planning, and board com...

The episode explores the role of charisma in Jewish history, particularly in leadership and rabbinic decisions, questioning whether figures like the Vilna Ga...

In facing crises, one often seeks hope and resilience, traits that should be nurtured during calmer times to build a foundation of faith. The verse from Yirm...

The text delves into the concept of partnership and shared leadership, drawing from the personal loss of Sergeant First Class (res.) Yakir Hexter and discuss...

Over 450 rabbis signed a letter organized by Truah calling on President Biden to end the war in Gaza, stressing that a ceasefire is the only viable solution ...

Sharon Brous discusses the importance of showing up for one another and highlights the wisdom and relevance of Jewish practice and community in a conversatio...

On International Women's Day, the author reflects on celebrating women's achievements without being performative or political while highlighting exemplary fe...

Sharon Brous, founding rabbi of IKAR in Los Angeles, known for her innovative approach to Jewish practice and community, discusses the importance of being pr...

Yossi Cohen, former head of the Mossad, reflects on intelligence failures leading to the October 7 surprise by Hamas, the complexities of Israeli politics, a...

Yossi Cohen, the former head of Mossad, discusses the intelligence lapses leading to October 7th, the potential future of Israeli leadership, and the possibi...

The article discusses the misconception in nonprofit leadership, particularly within the Jewish community, that self-sacrifice to the point of compromising w...

The American Jewish World Service (AJWS), a prominent Jewish international aid organization, is planning to lay off 10% of its staff and exit 6 countries due...

Jacob Rothschild was a unique figure known for embodying a spirit of universalism, generosity, and intellectual curiosity while deftly navigating his roles a...

The author, reflecting on their role supporting overlooked demographics in Jewish communal life, emphasizes the need to strengthen and prioritize support for...

In Shiur 458, the discussion focuses on the challenges faced by young Jewish girls in maintaining their religious observance despite appearing observant outw...

Rachel Berlin Handloff, the executive director of 6 Points Specialty Camps, emphasizes the importance of Jewish summer camps for young adults amidst the rise...

Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis, in collaboration with the Israeli government, has initiated a comprehensive review of the 32 Jewish schools under his authori...

A discussion on the challenges faced by Israel in defining what winning means in the aftermath of their war with Hamas, featuring Moment Israel Editor Eetta ...

Henry Olsen joins the podcast to discuss the Republican primary results in South Carolina, highlighting Donald Trump's decisive wins alongside significant su...

In response to the challenges facing Jewish nonprofits, including increased demands for services, staffing issues, and outdated systems, there is a push for ...

Eli Lake joins the podcast to discuss the arrest of a confidential source in the Biden investigation and the potential impact on the Squad's political future...

Nikki Haley's announcement that she will stay in the GOP race until mathematically eliminated is seen as strategic against Trump's dominance, as legal issues...

Eric K. Ward reflects on the legacy of Alexei Navalny, highlighting their shared receipt of the Civil Courage Prize and acknowledging Navalny's courageous fi...

Chaya Chana Twersky, the wife of Rabbi David Twersky, the Grand Rabbi of the Skverer Hasidic movement in New Square, New York, passed away at the age of 81, ...

The podcast discusses the geopolitical consequences of Alexei Navalny's alleged assassination and its impact on the debate over the West's response to Putin ...

The generational shift away from Zionism among young rabbis is challenging Jewish seminaries and synagogues grappling with declining enrollments. This phenom...

Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg, the head rabbi of Britain's Masorti movement, has published a statement opposing a potential Israeli invasion of Rafah in southern...

In Chapter 29 of "For Granted," Dini and Ayala discuss the need for an office to do their administrative work. Dini proposes hiring a receptionist as well. W...

Israeli women's leadership is crucial in times of crisis, such as the aftermath of the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks in Israel. Women have stepped in to fill the gap ...

There is an ongoing debate within Conservative and Reform rabbinical schools in the US about the role of anti-Zionism. Some young rabbis are challenging the ...

The article discusses the idea that crises present opportunities for positive change. The current crisis in the Diaspora is the increasing threat to physical...

The podcast delves into significant questions regarding President Joe Biden's mental fitness and the implications of Robert Hur's special counsel report that...