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In a conversation with Jonathan Silver, Micah Goodman reflects on Israel's complex political climate and societal dynamics in the aftermath of the October 7 ...

Rabbi Mark Gottlieb and Professor Anna Moreland explore the themes of forgiveness, repentance, and reconciliation across Judaism and Christianity, particular...

Ronna Burger provides a philosopher's lens to the Book of Esther, interpreting it through themes of chance, providence, and prudence, especially in the conte...

Reihan Salam, president of the Manhattan Institute, discusses the decline in New York City's civic order due to neglect of policies that once remoralized the...

Hussein Aboubakr Mansour argues that Palestinian nationalism, rooted in victimhood and grievance, fails to provide a viable path forward for Palestinians, an...

Rabbi David Bashevkin, speaking with Jonathan Silver, explores the evolving spiritual dynamics within American Orthodox Judaism amidst broader religious tren...

Diana Mara Henry and Gabriel Scheinmann uncover the life of André, a German Jew who became a key figure in the French Resistance against Nazis during World W...

Cynthia Ozick discusses her story "The Conversion of the Jews," which explores historical and contemporary themes of Jewish identity, conversion, and the pro...

Amit Segal discusses Israel's complicated history with negotiating hostage releases, tracing back to the 1968 hijacking of an El Al airplane. The discussion ...

Ross Douthat and Rabbi Meir Soloveichik explore the evolving landscape of American faith, challenging the secularization narrative by proposing that a renewe...

Michael Doran discusses Jimmy Carter's role in the Middle East, analyzing Carter's problematic views and contentious legacy regarding Israel. Doran explores ...

Brad Wilcox explores the profound social implications of increasing numbers of unmarried and childless adults in America, highlighting a shift away from trad...

2024 was a pivotal year for Jewish life, marked by Israel's military feats against regional threats and significant discussions on Jewish identity and surviv...

In this episode, Terry Glavin discusses the alarming rise of antisemitism in Canada, fueled by progressive ideologies and certain governmental policies. He e...

Hussein Aboubakr Mansour and Jonathan Silver explore the ideological consequences of the recent fall of Syria's Baathist regime, marked by Bashar al-Assad's ...

Jewish students at UCLA are facing formal employment discrimination, specifically from the Cultural Affairs Commission, where applicants who express a Jewish...

Rabbi Ari Lamm discusses the profound and diverse expressions of gratitude in the Hebrew Bible, focusing on Leah and Cain as key biblical figures to understa...

Maury Litwack discusses the Jewish vote in the 2024 elections, highlighting flaws in widely reported exit polls and his own findings that suggest the Jewish ...

John Levenson, a renowned scholar, delves into the Binding of Isaac, analyzing its complex themes and context within ancient Near Eastern and biblical tradit...

Mark Dubowitz discusses the potential implications of a lame-duck Biden administration on Israel, particularly concerning executive actions and sanctions. Hi...

Matthew Levitt offers an analysis of Israel's military successes against Hezbollah, detailing significant disruptions in the organization's arsenal, leadersh...

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik discusses how the Jewish calendar serves as an instrument for national cohesion and cultural memory, illuminating the connection betwe...

Elliott Abrams discusses the challenges facing American Jewry, focusing on the decline in Jewish identity and commitment among non-Orthodox Jews in the U.S.,...

Brigadier General Assaf Orion discusses Israel's multifaceted conflict with Hizballah following the October 2023 escalation, exploring Israeli military strat...

Emet Classical Academy, led by Abe Unger, is America's first Jewish classical school, aiming to merge the Jewish and Western educational traditions to produc...

Marc Novicoff discusses his findings on why protests against Israel were more prevalent at elite U.S. colleges, correlating protest activity with the wealth ...

In the wake of recent developments in Israel, Liel Leibovitz analyzes the protests against the government, sparked by tensions related to the ongoing conflic...

In this episode, Jonathan Silver discusses Alexander Solzhenitsyn's Harvard commencement address with Gary Saul Morson, examining Solzhenitsyn's critique of ...

This episode explores the contentious theory of settler colonialism, especially its application to Israel and its implications in academic and political disc...

The podcast features Raphael BenLevi, Hanin Ghaddar, and Richard Goldberg discussing the escalating tensions in Lebanon, particularly due to Hizballah's rock...

In a recent discussion, Josh Kraushaar examines the Democratic Party's vice-presidential selection process and its implications for American Jewry. Vice Pres...

Rabbi J.J. Schacter, a seasoned leader in Tisha b'Av services and an expert in Jewish history and commemoration, discusses the significance of this year's Ti...

Vice President Kamala Harris, a potential future Democratic presidential candidate, has drawn attention for her stance on the U.S.-Israel relationship and th...

Avi Weiss reflects on his journey to Argentina following the 1994 AMIA bombing and the subsequent cover-up by Argentine authorities. He discusses his allianc...

British journalist Melanie Phillips discusses the impact of Keir Starmer's leadership on the Labour Party's relationship with the Jewish community and Britai...

Rabbi Mark Cohn discusses the recent decision by Hebrew Union College to accept rabbinical students in interfaith relationships, reflecting on the historical...

Rabbi Jeffrey Saks discusses the literary genius of S.Y. Agnon, his significant role in the revival of modern Hebrew literature, and his intertextual engagem...

Jonathan Silver and Rabbi Shlomo Brody continue their discussion on Jewish military ethics, focusing this time on the ethical considerations and historical p...

Chaim Saiman explores the complex nature of halakha, Jewish law, as both a regulatory system and a profound spiritual framework in Jewish life, drawing disti...

Elliott Abrams discusses the rise of anti-Zionist sentiments among a segment of American Jews, highlighting their view that Israel's statehood is morally pro...

Andrew Doran argues that what we perceive as civilization owes its moral roots to the Jewish biblical tradition, specifically God's covenant with Abraham, wh...

Haisam Hassanein discusses how Egypt's strategic involvement in the Gaza conflict has potentially reshaped its diplomatic and economic standing in the region...

This conversation with historian Asael Abelman delves into the origins and enduring significance of Israel's national anthem, 'Hatikvah,' exploring its poeti...

In this episode, Rabbi Shlomo Brody discusses the Jewish perspectives on military ethics, particularly in the context of Israel's operations in Gaza. He pres...

Scholar Ruth Wisse engages in a profound discussion with Jonathan Silver about the alarming rise of anti-Israel protests on college campuses, analyzing how c...

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik presents the Haggadah as a profound work of Jewish political thought, exploring themes of freedom, oppression, and the intertwining of...

Yechiel Leiter reflects on the profound loss of his son Moshe, who fell in battle against Hamas, while celebrating his life and contributions. The conversati...

The debate over Haredi Jews serving in the Israeli Defense Forces has resurfaced with renewed urgency following the October 7 attacks. In this context, Rabbi...

Joe Lieberman, a prominent American Jewish figure and former senator from Connecticut, represented a unique era in American public life with his religious ob...

Seth Kaplan, in his book "Fragile Neighborhoods," analyzes the current state of American neighborhoods, pointing out their fragility due to issues like lonel...