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Abigail Pogrebin is joined by rabbi and author David-Seth Kirshner to discuss his book, Streams of Shattered Consciousness, that chronicles the first 50 days of the Israel-Hamas War using a blend of history lessons, opinions, and personal reflections.

In the Spotlight: Donniel Hartman

April 15, 2024
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Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Shalom Hartman Institute president Rabbi Dr. Hartman to discuss Who Are the Jews—And Who Can We Become, his book that offers a solution to contemporary challenges through the creation of a new “shared” Jewish story.

In the Spotlight: Shai Held

April 5, 2024
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Abigail Pogrebin is joined by one of today’s most prominent Jewish thinkers, Rabbi Shai Held, to discuss Judaism is About Love, his book that illuminates the true essence of Judaism by reclaiming the notion that love is foundational.

Abigail Pogrebin is joined by author Francine Klagsbrun to discuss her book that uses letters, diaries, and other archival documents to trace the life and legacy of Hadassah founder and Zionist icon, Henrietta Szold.

In the Spotlight: Daphne Lazar Price

March 25, 2024
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Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Daphne Lazar Price, executive director of the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance , to discuss her recent trip to Israel.

In the Spotlight: Rabbi Shlomo Brody

March 18, 2024
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Executive Director of Ematai, Jerusalem Post columnist and author Rabbi Shlomo Brody joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss ideas from his book, Ethics of Our Fighters: A Jewish View on War and Morality.

Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Jewish leader and educator and the new CEO of JBS, Rabbi Justin Pines.