Best Bnai Podcasts (2024)

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Joyful Song: Lesléa Newman & Susan Gal 54:48

12m ago54:48

54:48

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/06/joyful-song-with-leslea-newman-susan-gal.html Joyful Song: A Naming Story is Lesléa Newman's newest picture book, and once again she's paired up with the amazing Susan Gal. This dynamic duo brought us Here Is the World in 2014 and Welcoming Elijah in 2020. Their new 2024 book is about a baby nami…

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Joyful Song: Lesléa Newman & Susan Gal 54:48

30m ago54:48

54:48

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/06/joyful-song-with-leslea-newman-susan-gal.html Joyful Song: A Naming Story is Lesléa Newman's newest picture book, and once again she's paired up with the amazing Susan Gal. This dynamic duo brought us Here Is the World in 2014 and Welcoming Elijah in 2020. Their new 2024 book is about a baby nami…

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Don't Play the Game of Estate Planning Before You got Your Team 27:21

3h ago27:21

27:21

The road to retirement is full of twists and turns, potholes and traffic stops. But, that doesn't mean you can't avoid those hassles. Welcome to "Your Retirement Roadmap - Income is The Outcome That Matters Most In Retirement" with Mark S. Gardner. In this episode, we are joined by Isaac Shutt Esq. of Shutt Law Firm, PLLC. Isaac's firm focuses on i…

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Across So Many Seas, with Ruth Behar 35:35

5d ago35:35

35:35

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/05/ruth-behar-on-across-so-many-seas.html Lucky Broken Girl, Letters from Cuba, Tia Fortuna's New Home, and now, Across So Many Seas. Award winning author Ruth Behar keeps finding new ways to share her Sephardic and Ashkenazi Cuban Jewish heritage with us, and it's fresh and fascinating every time. …

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Across So Many Seas, with Ruth Behar 35:35

14d ago35:35

35:35

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/05/ruth-behar-on-across-so-many-seas.html Lucky Broken Girl, Letters from Cuba, Tia Fortuna's New Home, and now, Across So Many Seas. Award winning author Ruth Behar keeps finding new ways to share her Sephardic and Ashkenazi Cuban Jewish heritage with us, and it's fresh and fascinating every time. …

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EMPOWER - Women's Roadmap to Financial Security 31:05

2M ago31:05

31:05

The road to retirement is full of twists and turns, potholes and traffic stops. But, that doesn't mean you can't avoid those hassles. Welcome to "Your Retirement Roadmap - Income is The Outcome That Matters Most In Retirement" with Mark S. Gardner. In this episode, we are joined by the Ed Slott Group Director of Retirement Education, Sarah Brenner,…

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Project Shema 44:55

2M ago44:55

44:55

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/04/project-shema.html As you may remember, in December 2023 I participated in The Artists Against Antisemitism auction, which raised funds for Project Shema. Today we'll talk with April Powers, Vice President of Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Project Shema, to learn more about their mission and h…

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Project Shema 44:55

2M ago44:55

44:55

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/04/project-shema.html As you may remember, in December 2023 I participated in The Artists Against Antisemitism auction, which raised funds for Project Shema. Today we'll talk with April Powers, Vice President of Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Project Shema, to learn more about their mission and h…

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RedPill Torah Episode 200: Passover or Easter? 26:53

3M ago26:53

26:53

Shalom! It's been a minute! RedPill Torah is getting the word out to the body of Messiah. Check out our Radio spots, explaining the difference between Passover and Easter. Please pray with us; may many believers opt for the RedPill!By redpilltorah

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The 6 Uncertainties of Retirement 24:44

3M ago24:44

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The road to retirement is full of twists and turns, potholes and traffic stops. But, that doesn't mean you can't avoid those hassles. Welcome to "Your Retirement Roadmap - Income is The Outcome That Matters Most In Retirement" with Mark S. Gardner. In our first episode, we're diving deep into some of the common uncertainties of retirment, and how y…

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The Miracle Seed 27:21

3M ago27:21

27:21

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/03/the-miracle-seed.html The Miracle Seed is Martin Lemelman's nonfiction graphic novel about how modern science brought the Judean date palm back to life after a thousand year extinction. We met in person at the local public library's recording studio to talk about his book, his art, and the truly …

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The Miracle Seed 27:21

3M ago27:21

27:21

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/03/the-miracle-seed.html The Miracle Seed is Martin Lemelman's nonfiction graphic novel about how modern science brought the Judean date palm back to life after a thousand year extinction. We met in person at the local public library's recording studio to talk about his book, his art, and the truly …

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The 2024 Sydney Taylor Book Awards, Revealed 40:10

4M ago40:10

40:10

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-2024-sydney-taylor-book-awards.html The winners of the 2024 Sydney Taylor Book Awards, recognizing the best Jewish children's and young adult literature of the year, were announced on January 22, 2024 at the American Library Association's Youth Media Awards event. Aviva Rosenberg is the curre…

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The 2024 Sydney Taylor Book Awards, Revealed 40:10

4M ago40:10

40:10

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-2024-sydney-taylor-book-awards.html The winners of the 2024 Sydney Taylor Book Awards, recognizing the best Jewish children's and young adult literature of the year, were announced on January 22, 2024 at the American Library Association's Youth Media Awards event. Aviva Rosenberg is the curre…

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The Artists Against Antisemitism 22:49

6M ago22:49

22:49

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/12/the-artists-against-antisemitism-auction.html The Artists Against Antisemitism is a new organization formed to give creatives of all kinds a way to fight anti-Jewish hate. Their very first action is to hold an auction, happening December 15-22, 2023. The auction will benefit Project Shema, which …

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The Artists Against Antisemitism 22:49

6M ago22:49

22:49

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/12/the-artists-against-antisemitism-auction.html The Artists Against Antisemitism is a new organization formed to give creatives of all kinds a way to fight anti-Jewish hate. Their very first action is to hold an auction, happening December 15-22, 2023. The auction will benefit Project Shema, which …

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Hanukkah Upside Down 39:50

6M ago39:50

39:50

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/12/hanukkah-upside-down.html In September 2023, I zoomed with Elissa Brent Weissman from across the world, to record an interview about her new picture book, Hanukkah Upside Down. It's the story of a cousin in New York and a cousin in New Zealand, and how they connect during this wintertime AND summ…

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Hanukkah Upside Down 39:50

6M ago39:50

39:50

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/12/hanukkah-upside-down.html In September 2023, I zoomed with Elissa Brent Weissman from across the world, to record an interview about her new picture book, Hanukkah Upside Down. It's the story of a cousin in New York and a cousin in New Zealand, and how they connect during this wintertime AND summ…

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RedPill Torah Episode 199: Start at the First Floor 14:16

7M ago14:16

14:16

The Bible is like a building; it has a foundation and a first floor. Higher floors are literally supported by the first floor. That is true of buildings and The Bible. The RedPill comes when you find out which part of the Bible is the first floor, and why.By redpilltorah

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Two Tribes 41:29

7M ago41:29

41:29

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/11/two-tribes.html Emily Bowen Cohen is a Jewish member of the Muscogee Nation. Her debut graphic novel, Two Tribes, explores the complexities that come with having a dual identity. I can't think of a better book to read in November, which is both Jewish Book Month and Native American Heritage Month…

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Two Tribes 41:29

7M ago41:29

41:29

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/11/two-tribes.html Emily Bowen Cohen is a Jewish member of the Muscogee Nation. Her debut graphic novel, Two Tribes, explores the complexities that come with having a dual identity. I can't think of a better book to read in November, which is both Jewish Book Month and Native American Heritage Month…

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We Need Israel Books 40:34

8M ago40:34

40:34

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/10/we-need-israel-books.html Like so many of you, I am devastated by the suffering and loss of life in Israel and in Gaza, inflicted by the terrorism of Hamas, so I'm interrupting our regular schedule to bring you additional content related to the war in Israel and Gaza. This conversation with Yael …

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We Need Israel Books 40:34

8M ago40:34

40:34

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/10/we-need-israel-books.html Like so many of you, I am devastated by the suffering and loss of life in Israel and in Gaza, inflicted by the terrorism of Hamas, so I'm interrupting our regular schedule to bring you additional content related to the war in Israel and Gaza. This conversation with Yael …

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RedPill Torah Episode 198: Pray for the Righteous 13:15

8M ago13:15

13:15

There is war in Israel! With so many people to pray for, one group is often forgotten. The RedPill is all about seeing this world from The Creator's perspective. Take the RedPill; see as Abraham saw, and pray as he prayed.By redpilltorah

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Am Yisrael Chai: Tammar Stein 14:26

8M ago14:26

14:26

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/10/am-yisrael-chai-tammar-stein.html On October 7, 2023, the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur war, the terrorist group Hamas launched a brutal attack against Israel, murdering and kidnapping civilians young and old as well as striking military targets on multiple fronts. At the time of writing, Is…

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Am Yisrael Chai: Tammar Stein 14:26

8M ago14:26

14:26

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/10/am-yisrael-chai-tammar-stein.html On October 7, 2023, the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur war, the terrorist group Hamas launched a brutal attack against Israel, murdering and kidnapping civilians young and old as well as striking military targets on multiple fronts. At the time of writing, Is…

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E Train Talks 31:59

8M ago31:59

31:59

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/10/e-train-talks.html E Train is the powerhouse 12-year-old behind the podcast, YouTube channel, and website E Train Talks, and he's recently formed his own nonprofit. This Jewish tween is a remarkable literacy advocate who's doing so much good in the world. TRANSCRIPT LEARN MORE: E Train Talks: Web…

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E Train Talks 31:59

8M ago31:59

31:59

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/10/e-train-talks.html E Train is the powerhouse 12-year-old behind the podcast, YouTube channel, and website E Train Talks, and he's recently formed his own nonprofit. This Jewish tween is a remarkable literacy advocate who's doing so much good in the world. TRANSCRIPT LEARN MORE: E Train Talks: Web…

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RedPill Torah Episode 197: Yom Kippur, Joel and The Day of The LORD 14:53

9M ago14:53

14:53

Why should Christians care about The Day of The LORD? What does it have to do with Yom Kippur? Get your Bible; turn to the Book of Joel. Take the RedPills.By redpilltorah

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RedPill Torah Episode 196: Crying Wolf in The Fall Holy Times? 13:05

9M ago13:05

13:05

Would you rather be the excited person who invites others to The Fall Feast, or the skeptical person who notices that every year...the same thing happens...nothing new? Many people will take this RedPill too late. Don't be that person.By redpilltorah

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RedPill Torah Episode 195: Walk Humbly 13:33

9M ago13:33

13:33

Do you know enough about The Faith? No need to hear other people, especially the ones with "new information?" We get it; that's where the RedPill comes in.By redpilltorah

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Two New Years 44:09

9M ago44:09

44:09

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/09/two-new-years.html Happy New Year! Rosh Hashanah (which begins this year on September 15, 2023), is celebrated by Jewish folks each fall. The Lunar New Year (which will be celebrated next on February 10, 2024) is celebrated by Asian folks each spring. In the picture book Two New Years, Richard Ho…

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Two New Years 44:09

9M ago44:09

44:09

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/09/two-new-years.html Happy New Year! Rosh Hashanah (which begins this year on September 15, 2023), is celebrated by Jewish folks each fall. The Lunar New Year (which will be celebrated next on February 10, 2024) is celebrated by Asian folks each spring. In the picture book Two New Years, Richard Ho…

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Friends for Levine Querido Online Auction 9:26

10M ago9:26

9:26

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/08/friends-for-lq-auction.html We're squeezing in an extra episode this month to let you know about a special project inspired by our July 2023 interview with Arthur Levine of Levine Querido! After hearing the July interview, listeners Liza Wiemer and Debbi Lakrtiz were inspired to address the chall…

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Friends for Levine Querido Online Auction 9:26

10M ago9:26

9:26

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/08/friends-for-lq-auction.html We're squeezing in an extra episode this month to let you know about a special project inspired by our July 2023 interview with Arthur Levine of Levine Querido! After hearing the July interview, listeners Liza Wiemer and Debbi Lakrtiz were inspired to address the chall…

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RedPill Torah Episode 194: Tov M’od 13:50

10M ago13:50

13:50

After creation, GOD looked over what He had made; He described it as "Tov M'od." What is it about Tov M'od that many believers don't like? This is the 7th RedPill in a series, and it is set apart from the others.By redpilltorah

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The Jake Show 44:42

10M ago44:42

44:42

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/08/the-jake-show.html in Joshua S. Levy's middle grade novel, The Jake Show, TV-obsessed Jake sees life in terms of shows. His parents divorce is like his favorite show getting cancelled, and now he's stuck playing two roles, Yaakov for his religious mother and Jacob for his secular father. Jake has…

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The Jake Show 44:42

10M ago44:42

44:42

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/08/the-jake-show.html in Joshua S. Levy's middle grade novel, The Jake Show, TV-obsessed Jake sees life in terms of shows. His parents divorce is like his favorite show getting cancelled, and now he's stuck playing two roles, Yaakov for his religious mother and Jacob for his secular father. Jake has…

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RedPill Torah Episode 193: Be Prepared 14:07

10M ago14:07

14:07

This episode is not our usual...yet, we believe that The Most High has inspired us to talk about this topic. We are sure it will be a blessing! Don't forget to pack the RedPills.By redpilltorah

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RedPill Torah Episode 192: It’s a Man’s World 12:59

11M ago12:59

12:59

Does The Creator respect Men more than Women? Do The Brothers get all the breaks? The Nation of Israel got a RedPill from GOD Himself. Find out how He responded to 5 bold Daughters who stepped into a Man's world.By redpilltorah

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Levine Querido and the 100K Books Challenge 33:51

11M ago33:51

33:51

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/07/levine-querido-and-100k-books-challenge.html Levine Querido is an independent publishing house founded by legendary editor Arthur Levine. He left his own imprint, Arthur A. Levine Books at Scholastic after 23 years, and he started Levine Querido in 2019 to showcase gorgeous diverse books by creat…

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Levine Querido and the 100K Books Challenge 33:51

11M ago33:51

33:51

SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2023/07/levine-querido-and-100k-books-challenge.html Levine Querido is an independent publishing house founded by legendary editor Arthur Levine. He left his own imprint, Arthur A. Levine Books at Scholastic after 23 years, and he started Levine Querido in 2019 to showcase gorgeous diverse books by creat…

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Setting The Tone For The Staff featuring Sheila Goldman of Shomrei Torah Synagogue, West Hills, CA 33:00

11M ago33:00

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An executive director needs to set the tone for the staff as part of creating a relationship with the congregation. This has been the focus of our next guest and a measure of her leadership success. Sheila Goldman of Shomrei Torah Synagogue of West Hills, CA shares her experiences as the Executive Director of a shul that has utilized grants to enha…

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The Final Interview 1:10:12

12M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

In this episode, Rabbi Wolkenfeld welcomes back to the podcast Rabbi Zachary Truboff—the Director of Rabbinic Education for the International Beit Din—who shares his insights into how Jewish divorce works today. On the occasion of Rabbi Wolkenfeld’s last Straw Hat podcast and the end of his time at ASBI, they also discuss the challenges and joys of…

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RedPill Torah Episode 191: How Much More? 13:09

12M ago13:09

13:09

Wise people are taught from the Scriptures. By reading and understanding them, we can gain precious insight into how The Creator sees things. Sometimes, more is better; sometimes, more is ...less. The RedPill helps us to know when more is better, and when it isn't. How much more clear can it be? Press play.…

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Creating Stability Through A Synagogue Strategic Plan feat. Michael Kahn of Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah - Wilmette, IL 29:33

11M ago29:33

29:33

Our latest episode focuses on the need to develop, implement and follow a strategic plan for your synagogue to create and continue growth while maintaining stability. Michael Kahn of Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah of Wilmette, IL shares his experiences as the Executive Director of a shul that he has grown up in and how he has helped lead his congregation …

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RedPill Torah Episode 190: Moshe or Yeshua? 13:17

12M ago13:17

13:17

Did Yeshua really come to erase and replace the teachings of Moshe? Why should a "New Testament" Believer consider anything Moshe wrote? Check out what The Messiah said, and how He feels about Moshe's teachings. You may want to open really wide for this RedPill; just saying...By redpilltorah

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The Changing Role of the Executive Director featuring Barry Herman of Ahavath Achim Synagogue of Atlanta, GA 31:10

11M ago31:10

31:10

Our latest conversation is with Barry Herman of Ahavath Achim Synagogue of Atlanta, GA where we discuss the many aspects of the role of Executive Director with someone that has served two separate terms in that role at the same conversation. As a lifelong Serial volunteer, Barry has taken his experience as a business owner and addressed the busines…

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RedPill Torah Episode 189: Testament or Covenant? 13:13

12M ago13:13

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We see the words "testament" and "covenant" used interchangeably in the Bible. Are they actually the same thing? After you've taken this RedPill, you will know the difference...and why it matters.By redpilltorah

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Supporting the Synagogue Through Donations and Not Dues featuring Matt Walzer of Beth El Synagogue - St. Louis Park, MN 32:34

11M ago32:34

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It is a rewarding opportunity to be the Executive Director of a synagogue, but there is an emotional accomplishment when it is actually the shul you grew up in. Our guest for this episode of Keeping The Shul Lights On is Matt Walzer of Beth El Synagogue in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, and he shares his journey moving back to his home community to bei…

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