JBS: Jewish Broadcasting Service
JBS is America’s Jewish television network covering the panorama of Jewish life.
Tue, April 29, 2025
Rabbi Hirsch: When the Storms Rage
In these hyper-tense times, Rabbi Hirsch discusses the art and life of Van Gogh, reminding his congregation of the importance of staying rooted and making space for Jewish reflection amidst the fury of our relentless politics.
Thu, April 24, 2025
Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Beth Lane- "UnBroken" ***STREAMING on NETFLIX NOW!***
Eric Goldman speaks with filmmaker Beth Lane about "UnBroken," her directorial debut chronicling the survival of her mother and six siblings - seven Jewish children who escaped Nazi Germany and were separated for decades before being reunited. The film is now streaming on Netflix- watch it today!
Thu, April 24, 2025
A Special Look: Mark Schonwetter
Teisha Bader is joined by Mark Schonwetter, Holocaust survivor and founder of the Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation, the only organization granting funds for Holocaust education to schools nationwide.
Thu, April 24, 2025
A Special Look: Herb Block on the Zionist Elections
Herbert Block, Executive Director of the American Zionist Movement, joins Teisha to discuss the 39th World Zionist Congress elections, American Jewry’s most powerful opportunity to help shape Israel’s future.
Thu, April 24, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- John Spencer
David Harris is joined by John Spencer, a former U.S. military officer, urban warfare specialist, and a keen observer of the Hamas-triggered war with Israel.
Wed, April 16, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Arsen Ostrovsky Returns
International human rights lawyer and social media influencer Arsen Ostrovsky joins David Harris in the studio to discuss defending Israel in the courts, on campuses, with governments, and in the media.
Wed, April 16, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Passover
David Harris reflects on the modern-day exoduses of Soviet and Ethiopian Jewry—historic journeys he witnessed firsthand—and shares why these stories should be integral to our Passover narrative and ongoing Jewish identity.
Wed, April 16, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- "I Still Have Your Back"
David offers a tour de force monologue about the current situation in Israel and its place in the world and how he, and other American Jewish defenders of the State and of the Jewish people, fit into it.
Mon, April 07, 2025
Rabbis Roundtable: Preparing for Passover (Rabbis Buchdahl, Cosgrove & Steinmetz)
Esteemed NYC rabbis Angela Buchdahl (Central Synagogue - Reform), Elliott Cosgrove (Park Avenue Synagogue - Conservative), and Chaim Steinmetz (Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun - Modern Orthodox) join together to share insights and reflections on preparing for Passover and what the holiday means to them and their communities.
Wed, April 02, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism-The ISGAP Hour: Samuel M. Katz
ISGAP leaders Dr. Charles Asher Small and David Harris are joined by NYT bestselling author Samuel M. Katz, renowned for his extensive work on the Arab-Israeli conflict, counterterrorism and special operations in military.
Mon, March 31, 2025
Blind Spot Documentary - Interview with Executive Producer Leonard Gold on "A Special Look"
Teisha Bader is joined by Leonard Gold, Executive Producer of the new film Blind Spot, the only documentary examining campus antisemitism both before and after 10/7, featuring firsthand accounts from students, officials, and experts in a modern civil rights struggle that exposes the roots of rising hate and inspires action.
Wed, March 26, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour - Feminist Response to 10/7
October 7 Nova Festival Massacre Survivor Natalie Sanandaji and Israeli legal academic and social activist Yifat Bitton give presentations and answer questions in a program examining the feminist movement’s response to the sexual violence committed by Hamas on 10/7.
Wed, March 26, 2025
Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Wendy Sachs - "October 8"
Award-winning filmmaker Wendy Sachs joins Eric Goldman to discuss OCTOBER 8, her documentary about how hate has exploded in the aftermath of October 7th, exploring the outbreak of antisemitism on college campuses, and how social media has celebrated Hamas.
Thu, March 20, 2025
10/7: Stories and Trauma - Global Connections with Robert Siegel (AFRMC)
For firsthand accounts and expert insights on the trauma and aftermath of 10/7, Robert Siegel is joined by authors Lee Yaron (10/7: 100 Human Stories) and Ruby Namdar (The Ruined House), along with Dr. Michael Bahar of Israel’s Rabin Medical Center. A program of AFRMC.
Thu, March 20, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Pro-Hamas Rallies
JBS journalist Micah Halpern discusses pro-Hamas rallies on college campuses and in cities across the US - and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JB
Thu, March 20, 2025
"Thinking About the Red Carpet" - A sermons from Rabbi Hirsch (SWFS)
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch examines the Torah’s detailed description of the priests' magnificent clothing, exploring its significance in honoring tradition, elevating sacred institutions, and celebrating the beauty of life.
Wed, March 19, 2025
Egyptian Activist Dalia Ziada - Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour
Acclaimed Egyptian author and human rights activist Dalia Ziada joins Charles Asher Small and David Harris in conversation on The ISGAP Hour.
Wed, March 19, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Activist Shabbos Kestenbaum
Shabbos Kestenbaum, a writer and commentator on Jewish affairs, discusses his experiences with antisemitism at Harvard Divinity School and his legal challenge addressing the institution’s alleged failure to protect Jewish students from discrimination.
Mon, March 17, 2025
Civil Rights Icon Benjamin Chavis - Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour
Civil rights icon, author, journalist, former NAACP head, and President and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association, Benjamin Franklin Chavis Jr., joins ISGAP leaders Charles Asher Small and David Harris for discussion.
Thu, March 13, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Investigative journalist David Collier
David Harris is joined by David Collier, a prominent UK-based investigative journalist dedicated to exposing extremism, antisemitism, and efforts to demonize Israel, most notably in the BBC.
Wed, March 12, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Oct 7th Investigations
JBS journalist Micah Halpern discusses Israel's investigations into what led up to the Oct 7 massacre - and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Thu, March 06, 2025
Bibas Family Tragedy - "Agony and Ecstasy" - A sermon from Rabbi Hirsch (SWFS)
Speaking to his congregation, Rabbi Hirsch mournfully reflects on the Bibas family tragedy, seeing it as a harrowing symbol of innocence confronted by pure evil, and a turning point in his hope for Israeli-Palestinian coexistence.
Fri, February 14, 2025
Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: "Irena's Vow"
Eric is joined by Israeli-American writer, producer, director, and reserve duty captain in the IDF Dan Gordon, who wrote the Broadway play and now the film “Irena’s Vow,” the unbelievable true story of Irena Gut-Updike who hid twelve Jews in a cellar below the quarters of a Nazi officer during World War II.
Fri, February 14, 2025
In the Spotlight: Lee Yaron ("10/7: 100 Human Stories")
Abby sits with Haaretz reporter Lee Yaron to discuss her book "10/7: 100 Human Stories," the 2024 National Jewish Book Award winner, which recounts the massacre through victims’ stories and its impact on Israeli society and the Middle East.
Fri, February 14, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Get on the Trump Train"
JBS Journalist Micah Halpern extols the virtues of President Trump's bold new "plan" for the Gaza Strip, and chastises the haters in the media who can't understand its brilliance—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Fri, February 14, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Soft Power and the Normalization of Antisemitism in Higher Education, Part Three" (Charles Asher Small)
ISGAP Director Dr. Charles Asher Small leads a symposium on the influence of foreign funding and ideological forces on academic culture in the UK, exploring whether these factors contribute to the persistence of antisemitic attitudes in higher education.
Fri, February 14, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Tal Becker
David Harris speaks with Tal Becker, legal expert, peace negotiator, and newly appointed Vice President at the Kogod Research Center of the Shalom Hartman Institute, about his pivotal role in advancing educational initiatives on Israel and the Jewish world.
Thu, February 13, 2025
The Coming Years - Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch (SWFS)
Two weeks into Donald Trump’s second term, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch speaks to his congregation about three core Jewish principles and the religious and moral values that should guide the pursuit of national policies.
Thu, February 13, 2025
What's Next in Washington, DC - Global Connections w/ Robert Siegel (AFRMC)
Robert Siegel returns with his annual discussion on the latest political trends in Washington, D.C., and what lies ahead for the year, with panelists Tamara Keith (NPR), E.J. Dionne, Jr. (Brookings Institution), and Evan Osnos (The New Yorker). A program of the American Friends of Rabin Medical Center (AFRMC).
Fri, February 07, 2025
The Bible Contest: 2024 Finals
Sponsored by the World Zionist Organization, this lively event is hosted by Yonatan Vendriger and contains remarks by Ariel Wiss of the Israeli Ministry of Education. It is essentially a contest amongst amateur Tanach experts (the selections are taken from both Prophets and the Writings, in addition to the Torah) who have to answer non-multiple choice questions about quotes from the Hebrew Bible. Their erudition is stunning, and eventually a winner and a runner-up emerge and are crowned. Also, there are several musical performances by singer Gilad Paz (accompanied by keyboardist Moshe Elmakias), including Hatikvah at the end, as well as classic Israeli hits throughout the contest (such as "Hineni Kan" by Yehoram Gaon). Shnayor Burton, a past champion and familiar face to fans of the Bible Contest, returns as a judge. The head judge is Aure Ben-Zvi Goldblum, a specialist in Biblical Hebrew. Recorded at Congregation Shearith Israel in Manhattan.
Fri, February 07, 2025
In the Spotlight: Rabbi Marc Katz
Abby Pogrebin sits with Rabbi Marc Katz to discuss Yochanan's Gamble, his book that explores how the pragmatic choices of ancient rabbis offer a framework for navigating modern moral dilemmas with nuance and compromise.
Fri, February 07, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Ransom Regrets?"
JBS Journalist Micah Halpern continues exploring the ethics of releasing convicted terrorists from Israeli prisons, drawing parallels to the 1286 kidnapping and ransom of Rabbi Meir of Rothenberg—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Fri, February 07, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "The Forgotten Refugees of the Arab-Israeli Conflict: The Story of a Jew from Libya" (Part Two)
In a discussion of forgotten refugees of the Arab-Israeli conflict, ISGAP Vice Chair David Harris is joined by his wife Giulietta Boukhobza (scholar and author), who shares more about her family’s story of their harrowing escape from Libya, as well as how the events of October 7th and the subsequent war have changed her outlook.
Fri, February 07, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Antisemitism at Columbia University
David Harris speaks with Alon Levin, a PhD engineering student at Columbia University, about the rise of antisemitism on campus, recent incidents, and how anti-Israel sentiment shapes the broader campus climate.
Fri, January 31, 2025
In the Spotlight: Kol B'Seder (Cantor Jeff Klepper and Rabbi Dan Freelander)
Abby is joined by Jeff Klepper and Dan Freelander, renowned Jewish music leaders whose jazz inflected folk-rock style has defined a new Jewish spiritual sound, influencing generations of Jewish musicians.
Fri, January 31, 2025
"The Counterfeit Countess"
Justin Pines offers remarks and Holocaust experts Elizabeth White and Joanna Sliwa present their book, "The Counterfeit Countess: The Jewish Woman Who Rescued Thousands of Poles During the Holocaust," blending Dr. Josephine Janina Mehlberg’s memoir with historical narrative, at the Murray Pantirer Memorial Scholar Lecture in memory of Justin’s grandfather.
Fri, January 31, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Hostage Haste?"
JBS Journalist Micah Halpern examines the paradoxical question of whether releasing convicted terrorists to free Hamas hostages was a wise decision, given the historical reality that many of these individuals are likely to reoffend—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Thu, January 30, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - Sabrina Soffer
ISGAP leaders Charles Asher Small and David Harris return to the JBS studio for discussion, and speak with prominent student leader, writer, and advocate Sabrina Soffer.
Thu, January 30, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Steven Bayme & "On the Front Lines"
David reunites with former colleague Steve Bayme, who served as AJC’s Director of Contemporary Jewish Life during Harris's tenure as CEO, to discuss Harris's book "On the Front Lines: A Lifetime of Global Jewish Advocacy" and his impactful career.
Tue, January 28, 2025
Israeli Hostage Release - "The Normalization of Evil" - A sermon from Rabbi Hirsch (SWFS)
Having just returned from Israel, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch reflects on witnessing the release of Israeli hostages and explores the profound emotional relief and deep sense of mutual responsibility that unite the Jewish people, even amid internal divisions, in a sermon entitled "The Normalization of Evil"
Thu, January 23, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Bystanders No More"
JBS Journalist Micah Halpern explains why bystanders are the bane of any great society and shows how Israel has re-injected and re-energized the spirit of volunteerism after October 7—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS
Thu, January 23, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Soft Power and the Normalization of Antisemitism in Higher Education, Part Two" (Charles Asher Small)
In the second installment of his engrossing lecture, ISGAP Executive Director Charles Asher Small examines how academic institutions have become platforms for spreading undemocratic ideologies and antisemitic narratives through the influence of soft power.
Thu, January 23, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Loay Alshareef Returns
David is once again joined in conversation by Arab peace activist and advocate for Arab-Israeli coexistence and partnership, Loay Alshareef, from the UAE.
Sat, January 18, 2025
Israel at War: Eric Fingerhut (Hostage Release Deal)
Teisha Bader is joined by President and CEO of the JFNA Eric Fingerhut, to discuss news of a ceasefire-hostage release deal. In their conversation that took place just hours after President Biden’s announcement that Israel and terror group Hamas had reached an agreement, Fingerhut shares his reaction as the two discuss the complex and delicate situation, and express hope for the future.
Sat, January 18, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Mideast Madness"
JBS Journalist Micah Halpern looks at Jordan and Libya in light of the recent political upheaval in Syria and examines the changing political map of the Middle East—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Fri, January 17, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Jew?" (Naya Lekht)
Educator, author and scholar on contemporary antisemitism, Naya Lekht, lectures on lies taught about Israel and Jews in a talk entitled "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Jew?"
Fri, January 17, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- Ayaan Hirsi Ali
David Harris sits down with activist, Hoover Institute Fellow and former Dutch MP, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, who has urgent messages to protect and defend Western liberal democracies, as well as to stand up for Israel and the Jewish people.
Thu, January 09, 2025
In Memoriam 2024
Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Richard Lewis, Joe Lieberman, and Teri Garr are among those in the Jewish world fondly remembered in our 2024 edition of "In Memoriam."
Thu, January 09, 2025
The Triumph of Life...and of Love (Rabbi Yitz Greenberg and Rabbi Shai Held)
Over the past year, Rabbis Yitz Greenberg and Shai Held each published major works in Jewish thought, The Triumph of Life and Judaism Is About Love, respectively. In honor of the recent appearance of Rav Yitz's book, join Hadar for a freewheeling discussion between Rav Yitz and Rav Shai-- about Judaism's celebration of life, about its insistent focus on love, and about the relationship between those two ideas. Moderated by Hadar's Rabbi Tali Adler.
Thu, January 09, 2025
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Hanukkah Hangover, Part II"
Even though Hanukkah has come and gone, JBS Journalist Micah Halpern looks at how Zionism and the creation of Israel transformed the celebration of Hanukkah—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Thu, January 09, 2025
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "50 Years on the Front Lines of Fighting Antisemitism" (David Harris)
A conversation with lifelong Israel advocate and ISGAP Vice Chair David Harris, from the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies.
Thu, January 09, 2025
Defending Israel with David Harris- "2025: A Plan for the Future"
David Harris recaps the blunders of appeasement in the past and how these lessons can be applied to the New Year of 2025 and all of Israel's challenges moving forward.
Mon, December 23, 2024
"Hineni: American Values, Religious Voices" with Rabbi Andrea Weiss (Central Synagogue)
Rabbi Andrea Weiss (HUC-JIR) leads a nonpartisan discussion on finding common ground and fostering civic engagement through a religious lens, in a program of Central Synagogue. Hosted by Rabbi Sarah Berman.
Mon, December 23, 2024
"Jewish Values vs. Jewish Interests: Preventing America from Becoming Merely 'Diaspora'"
Shalom Hartman Institute President Yehuda Kurtzer reflects on this post-election moment, offering a new framework to ensure the future vitality of American Judaism and prevent America from becoming merely a “diaspora.”
Mon, December 23, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Hit the Road, Bash"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern examines the possibilities for Syria's future in the wake of Assad's departure, revealing surprising potential outcomes.
Mon, December 23, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Antisemitism, Islamism, and the Middle East" (Jonathan Spyer)
Insights from British-Israeli analyst, writer, and journalist of Middle Eastern affairs Jonathan Spyer (Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security) for ISGAP.
Mon, December 23, 2024
The Festival of Jewish Survival w/ Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch (SWFS)
In a sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in NYC, Rabbi Ammi Hirsch reflects on our people’s resilience and urges us to commit to Jewish survival in the years to come as we light Chanukah candles.
Mon, December 16, 2024
The Hampton Synagogue's "Author Discussion Series" for Jewish Book Month: Daniel Schulman
Daniel Schulman joins Rabbi Bronstein to discuss "The Money Kings," his epic narrative tracing the rise of German-Jewish financial dynasties, their impact on Wall Street, and the challenges they faced as Jews in Gilded Age America.
Mon, December 16, 2024
Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Sandi DuBowski and Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie- "Sabbath Queen"
Filmmaker Sandi DuBowski and Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie sit with Eric to discuss "Sabbath Queen," their epic documentary that follows Lau-Lavie’s 20-year journey from radical drag queen to influential Rabbi of a God-optional, artist-driven synagogue.
Mon, December 16, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "...and Justice for All"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern examines the trial of 100-year-old Gregor Formanek for aiding in over 3,000 murders at Sachsenhausen, weighing the ethical and legal questions surrounding age and time limits in Holocaust justice—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Mon, December 16, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Reforging Solidarity Between the African Diaspora and the Jewish Diaspora" (Ansel Brown)
At the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute, Ansel K. Brown (North Carolina Central University) examines the deep-rooted hatred driving the global rise in antisemitism, as well as how and why Jews and African-Americans need to resume their cooperation that peaked in the 1960s with the Civil Rights Movement.
Mon, December 16, 2024
In the Spotlight: Andrés Spokoiny
Abby is joined by Argentinian-born Andrés Spokoiny, President of the Jewish Funders Network, to discuss his book "Tradition and Transition," and how Jewish communities can balance heritage and modernity in a world that demands it.
Thu, December 12, 2024
Dream Interpretations w/ Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch (SWFS)
In a sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch reflects on Jacob's dream of angels and God's promise of security, delving into the interplay between divine prophecy and human imagination.
Fri, December 06, 2024
The Hampton Synagogue's "Author Discussion Series" for Jewish Book Month: Julie Satow
Award-winning journalist and author Julie Satow joins Rabbi Avraham Bronstein to discuss "When Women Ran Fifth Avenue," her novel about the golden age of American department stores and the visionary women who led them.
Fri, December 06, 2024
Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Elan Golod- "Nathan-ism"
Eric Goldman speaks with Elan Golod, a former IDF soldier and director of Nathan-ism, his documentary about a Jewish soldier who chronicled the Nuremberg Trials through a self-invented art form.
Fri, December 06, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "The Kids Aren't Alright"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern explores why a study found one-third of U.S. teens sympathize with Hamas and what it reveals about challenges in educating Jewish youth—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Fri, December 06, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - Izabella Tabarovsky, Meng Yang, and David Hirsh
Izabella Tabarovsky (Kennan Institute at the Wilson Center) and Meng Yang (Peking University, China) offer insights at the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies in fascinating interviews with JBS' own Strategic Analyst, David Harris. Additionally, ISGAP Founder Charles Asher Small interviews Goldsmiths' College (London) Professor David Hirsh.
Fri, December 06, 2024
In the Spotlight: Amir Tibon
Abby is joined by Israeli journalist Amir Tibon to discuss The Gates of Gaza, his book detailing his family's survival during the October 7th attacks and the deep-seated roots of the conflict.
Thu, November 28, 2024
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service (Central Synagogue)
Leaders and members of Central Synagogue and Saint Peter's Church come together in a spirit of gratitude and fellowship for the annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service.
Thu, November 28, 2024
Giving Thanks: People of the "Cook" (Yehuda Kurtzer)
The American Thanksgiving menu gets an Israeli twist as President of the Shalom Hartman Institute Yehuda Kurtzer and Rabbi-Chef Nissimmi Naim Naor collaborate to create a unique holiday meal.
Thu, November 28, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Get with the Pogrom"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern examines the misuse of the term "pogrom" by politicians and commentators, setting the record straight on its true meaning and historical significance—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Wed, November 27, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Antisemitism from Hitler to Hamas" (David Patterson)
David Patterson, Hillel A. Feinberg Distinguished Chair in Holocaust Studies, Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies, University of Texas at Dallas, presents his lecture, "Antisemitism from Hitler to Hamas" at the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute.
Wed, November 27, 2024
In the Spotlight: Yitz Greenberg
Renowned scholar, author and theologian Rabbi Irving (Yitz) Greenberg joins Abby to discuss The Triumph of Life, his defining work on Judaism’s evolving partnership with God, focused on bringing life, dignity, and compassion into the world through the covenant.
Thu, November 21, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Jewish Pride Worldwide"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern passionately shares why he is proud to be Jewish, emphasizing the importance of standing firm in one’s Jewish identity and support for Israel amidst rising anti-Semitism—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Thu, November 21, 2024
"For Such A Time As This": Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove in Conversation with Rabbi Angela Buchdahl
In a program from Central Synagogue in New York City, Rabbis Angela Buchdahl (Central Synagogue) and Elliot Cosgrove (Park Avenue Synagogue) dig deep into the Jewish tradition’s treasure trove of wisdom and history to help lead us through this fraught and potential-filled time.
Thu, November 21, 2024
The Hampton Synagogue's "Author Discussion Series" for Jewish Book Month: Stephen Fried
Celebrating JFK's legacy in mental health advocacy during the anniversary week of his assassination, award-winning healthcare journalist Stephen Fried joins Rabbi Bronstein to discuss "Profiles in Mental Health Courage," a powerful collection inspired by JFK’s Profiles in Courage, capturing the resilience and bravery of Americans with mental illness.
Thu, November 21, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "October 7th Gaslighting" (Amy Elman)
Amy Elman, Professor of Political Science at Kalamazoo College, discusses Hamas as an organization and the sickening responses of many groups and individuals to the massacre of October 7th.
Thu, November 21, 2024
Defending Israel with David Harris: Bernard-Henri Lévy
David Harris is joined by renowned French philosopher, writer, and public intellectual Bernard-Henri Lévy, who brings his unique perspectives to a discussion of his book "Israel Alone."
Thu, November 14, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Terrorist Tombstone, Part Two"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern examines the strategic motivations behind Israel's operations across several hostile fronts, including Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran, as well as their targeted strike killing Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Thu, November 14, 2024
Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinémathèque: Géza Röhrig- "After: Poetry Destroys Silence"
Géza Röhrig, Hungarian poet and actor ("Son of Saul") joins Eric Goldman to discuss “After: Poetry Destroys Silence,” the experimental film from artist Richard Kroehling about the critical need for poetry as a means of remembering and addressing trauma.
Thu, November 14, 2024
The Hampton Synagogue's "Author Discussion Series" for Jewish Book Month: Shai Held
As we begin Jewish Book Month, Rabbi Avraham Bronstein is back with another season of conversations with outstanding Jewish authors. This week, Rabbi Dr. Shai Held visits The Hampton Synagogue to discuss his book "Judaism Is About Love."
Thu, November 14, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - Natan Sharansky and Jonathan Spyer
Charles Asher Small interviews Natan Sharansky (Chairman, ISGAP; former political prisoner and human rights activist) and Jonathan Spyer (Journalist of Middle Eastern Affairs; Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security, Jerusalem, Israel) from the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies.
Thu, November 14, 2024
Defending Israel with David Harris: Sam Markstein
David Harris reflects on the recent election results with Sam Markstein, National Political Director and Spokesperson for the Republican Jewish Coalition.
Sun, November 10, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Mojo Rising"
BS journalist Micah Halpern analyzes the recent boost in Israel’s global reputation following strategic actions, such as the recent precision strike on Hezbollah leadership, intensified operations against Iran, and the targeted killing of Yahya Sinwar—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Thu, November 07, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Hamas Indoctrination: De-humanizing the Jews" (Uzi Rabi)
Professor Uzi Rabi, Director of the Moshe Dayan Center for Middle Eastern and African Studies at Tel Aviv University, presents a lecture titled "Hamas Indoctrination: De-humanizing the Jews."
Thu, November 07, 2024
In the Spotlight: Benjamin Resnick
Abby Pogrebin is joined by Rabbi and author Benjamin Resnick to discuss "Next Stop," his dystopian novel about a world in turmoil after Israel disappears into a black hole, sparking questions of faith, survival, and conspiracy on a global scale.
Thu, November 07, 2024
Defending Israel with David Harris: Einat Wilf Returns
David Harris discusses the recent UNWRA legislation passed in Israel with former MK and best-selling author Einat Wilf.
Thu, November 07, 2024
A Special Look: Matthew Lieberman
Matthew Lieberman, son of the late Senator Joe Lieberman, joins Teisha Bader to discuss his father's final book, Faith's Answers to America's Political Crisis, which presents his father’s vision for overcoming partisan gridlock and incivility in American politics through shared religious values.
Wed, November 06, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Terrorist Tombstone"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern discusses the critical role that leaders like Yahya Sinwar play in terror movements and examines the impact of his killing on the ongoing war in Gaza—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Sat, November 02, 2024
Defending Israel with David Harris: Sarah Idan
David Harris is joined by Sarah Idan, Miss Iraq, 2017, for a wide-ranging discussion on her controversial selfie with Miss Israel at the 2017 Miss Universe pageant and its far-reaching ramifications, as well as current issues pertaining to Israel.
Sat, November 02, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Soft Power and the Normalization of Antisemitism in Higher Education" (Charles Asher Small)
ISGAP Executive Director Charles Asher Small examines how academic institutions have become platforms for spreading undemocratic ideologies and antisemitic narratives through the influence of soft power.
Sat, November 02, 2024
The Hampton Synagogue's "Author Discussion Series" for Jewish Book Month: Franklin Foer & Ted Deutch
Framed by best-selling author Franklin Foer’s Atlantic cover story, "The Golden Age of American Jews is Ending," Foer and AJC CEO Ted Deutch join Rabbi Bronstein to discuss rising antisemitism, the impact of October 7, and the presidential election. A special presentation from The Hampton Synagogue in Westhampton Beach, New York.
Sat, November 02, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Attack on Democracy"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern discusses the global election landscape, highlighting how the process feels more like a circus than a legitimate democratic exercise given the unprecedented levels of disinformation and scams—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Tue, October 29, 2024
In the Spotlight: Adam Kirsch
Abby Pogrebin is joined by author and WSJ editor Adam Kirsch to dissect “settler colonialism,” a concept that has become central to public debate, especially since October 7th, and is shaping the way many people think about the history of the U.S., Israel, and identity.
Thu, October 24, 2024
Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "The State of Antisemitism in a Post-Oct. 7th World" (Natan Sharansky and Michal Cotler-Wunsh)
Natan Sharansky (Chairman, ISGAP), and Michal Cotler-Wunsh (Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism, Israel) offer opening remarks during the annual ISGAP-Oxford Oxford Summer Institute.
Thu, October 24, 2024
In the Spotlight: Rabbi Dalia Marx
Abby Pogrebin speaks with Rabbi Dalia Marx about her book "From Time to Time," a rich exploration of the Jewish calendar that weaves together poetry, prayers, songs, and a distinctively Israeli, feminist approach to each Hebrew month and its holidays.
Wed, October 16, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Heroes of Israel"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern reflects on the profound impact of Hersh Goldberg-Polin z"l, exploring how his story has become a powerful emblem of the hostage crisis and the tragedy of 10/7—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Fri, October 11, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Sinister Strategy"
JBS journalist Micah Halpern explains why Hamas took responsibility for the brutal murder of six kidnapped Israelis, revealing their strategy of instructing terrorists to kill hostages if the IDF intervenes and then shift the blame to Israel—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Wed, October 09, 2024
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Anarchy in the U.S.A."
JBS journalist Micah Halpern offers a look at how free speech and assembly were denied to Israel supporters in Chicago, while anti-Israel groups were granted those rights, highlighting bias and the challenges of advocating for Israel today—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.
Tue, October 08, 2024
Defending Israel with David Harris: David Recaps a Tumultuous Year
JBS's own David Harris recaps and analyzes the previous year since the attacks of October 7th as we approach that solemn one-year anniversary. He takes us on a walk through history, so that we will not forget what a painful yet uplifting year it has been.
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