When Alyx Bernstein was in 8th grade and came out to her parents as trans, she told them that despite her deep religious upbringing in synagogue and day school, she felt totally disconnected from Jewish life. Her path changed completely in 2016 when she attended one youth Shabbaton — a Sabbath retreat — organized by […]
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On this episode of In The Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin, scholar and author David Kraemer discusses his bold and timely new book Embracing Exile: The Case for Jewish Diaspora. 0
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Abby Pogrebin is joined by Rabbi Adam Chalom, a leading voice in the movement of Humanistic Judaism and author of Contemporary Humanistic Judaism which is the first collection of the movement’s most important texts and ideologies. 0
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Abby Pogrebin is joined by award-winning journalist and bestselling author Yardena Schwartz to discuss Ghosts of a Holy War, her book about the complex background of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the ongoing struggle for peace in the region. 0
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Abby delves into the diverse and powerful Israel advocacy of social media activist Montana Tucker, whose new documentary, “Children of October 7,” features firsthand shattering stories from young survivors. 0
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Hen Mazzig, a globally recognized speaker, author and founder of the Tel Aviv Institute, named among The Jerusalem Post’s Top 25 Most Influential Young Jews, discusses his work on Israel, Jewish identity and combating antisemitism with Abby. 0
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Abby is joined by Mishy Harman, the cofounder, host and CEO of Israel Story, a Jewish and Israeli podcast, discussing his mission is to promote a deeper understanding and connection to Israel through non-political, human-interest storytelling. 0
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Central Synagogue’s Senior Cantor Dan Mutlu joins Abby Pogrebin in celebration of Sing a Little More, Central’s new album that reflects the full musical experience provided to all who participate in their internationally viewed worship services. 0
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Abigail Pogrebin with historian Jonathan Sarna explore Abraham Lincoln’s unique relationship with the Jewish community. Discussing his book Lincoln and the Jews: A History, Sarna reveals how Lincoln’s policies, friendships, and actions shaped Jewish life in America. 0
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Abby sits with David Denby to discuss Eminent Jews, his book exploring how deeply Jewish luminaries like Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer transformed American culture in the postwar era. 0
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