For the 100th episode of Jewish Insights, Justin is joined by the band Zusha. Shlomo Gaisin and Zachariah Goldschmiedt discuss their creative process, their “hevruta” partnership and the spiritual connection between their music and the Jewish soul.
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How do we bridge ancient tradition and a modern child’s world? Alana Rifkin Gelnick, founder of Dreamearly and visionary Jewish educator, explores how to empower the next generation to see themselves in the Jewish journey.
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Renowned historian David Ruderman joins Justin Pines to explore his legendary career, the rise of Jewish studies in academia, and his work illuminating the Jewish soul through the lives of unconventional, lesser-known figures.
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From the command to remember Amalek on Shabbat Zachor to the Book of Esther, Dr. Mijal Bitton joins Justin Pines to explore navigating modern evil, building Jewish resilience and finding agency in an era of hidden moral clarity.
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Dr. Yael Ziegler dives into the Torah’s “writing revolution.” She explores how ancient texts like Gilgamesh highlight Tanakh’s unique values, how writing processes national tragedy, and themes of exile, redemption and Matan’s Kitvuni mission.
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Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm offers insight into the role of Jewish thought on faith, history and values in America, from its founding until today and reframes Israel education for Christians.
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As we approach Tu BiShvat, the New Year for Trees, we traditionally look to the roots that sustain us. But in 2026, the most intensive growth on our planet will be found in the “silicon orchards” of data centers and artificial intelligence. How do we ensure that as our world gets smarter, our lives do […]
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Justin Pines is joined by filmmaker Phil Cunningham to discuss his decades-long journey to bring King David’s story to life through animation, archaeology and deep connection to the land, creating a cinematic love letter to Israel.
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Justin Pines is joined by Rabbi Dov Singer, head of the Makor Chaim Yeshiva, to explore how shifting from speaking about challenges to speaking to them can deepen presence, humility and resilience.
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Justin Pines sits with Rav Binny Freedman, Rosh Yeshiva of Orayta, an IDF Company Commander who survived the S’barro’s suicide bombing in Jerusalem and an educator known for making complex Jewish ideas accessible and relevant.
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