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In the Spotlight: Nicholas Lemann
February 24, 2026
Abigail Pogrebin interviews New Yorker writer Nicholas Lemann about “Returning: A Search for Home Across Three Centuries,” his sweeping new family history exploring Jewish identity, legacy and the meaning of home. He paints a rich picture of his ancestors, plantation owners and occasional slaveowners in the antebellum South.
Jewish Insights: Israel’s Writing Revolution with Yael Ziegler
February 24, 2026
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.
JLMinute: Tucker’s Ambush On Huckabee
February 24, 2026
Josh Hasten and Alex Traiman break down the “shockwaves” interview between Tucker Carlson and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee. Then the conversation pivots to the escalating U.S. signals toward Iran, what “red lines” really mean, why a “limited strike” could become something far bigger and how Israel is preparing for Hezbollah retaliation.
Robert Siegel: American Antisemitism Today
February 23, 2026
Robert Siegel examines American antisemitism today with leaders in Jewish advocacy, history and public service. With Abraham Foxman, Jonathan D. Sarna and Rabbi David Saperstein.
Being Jewish: Modi Rosenfeld
February 20, 2026
Jonah Platt reflects on Jewish identity, community and humor when he is joined by Israeli-American stand-up comedian and actor Modi Rosenfeld.
Totally Booked: Kate Baer
February 18, 2026
Zibby Owens sits with New York Times bestselling poet Kate Baer to discuss her collection How About Now, touching on illness, identity, motherhood and the emotional terrain of writing candidly about one’s life with honesty, humor and care.
A Special Look: Meredith Polsky
February 18, 2026
Teisha Bader meets with Meredith Polsky of Matan, the national leader in Jewish disability inclusion, to discuss the importance of creating Jewish spaces where people of all abilities can learn, pray, celebrate and belong.
Thinking Out Loud: Israel Will Survive
February 18, 2026
Micah Halpern describes what he sees as the “secret sauce” behind Israel’s ability not only to survive, but to flourish despite persistent threats and hostility directed toward it. Ep. 414
The ISGAP Hour: Dr. Charles Asher Small’s EU Parliament Keynote
February 18, 2026
Dr. Charles Asher Small delivers a keynote at the European Parliament in Brussels examining antisemitism and the demonization of Israel on European university campuses.
In the Spotlight: Hannah L. on Addiction Recovery
February 17, 2026
Abigail Pogrebin interviews Hannah L., the semi-anonymous author of the book,”Mussar in Recovery: A Jewish Spiritual Path to Serenity & Joy,” which outlines Jewish approaches to addiction recovery.