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IKAR Podcasts

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Abraham Joshua Heschel
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IKAR

Sermons, talks, classes, and more from IKAR Rabbis and the IKAR community.

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Lunch & Learn with American Federation for Teachers President Randi Weingarten and Rabbi Sharon Brous to discuss Weingarten's new book, Why Fascists Fear Teachers: Public Education and the Future of Democracy,

which exposes the long-planned strategy ... more

1. We must be exactly who we are, only more so. 2. There is great geographical, ideological, political and religious distance between us. We must remember that we are responsible for one another. And 3. We must dramatically shift our approach to figh... more

This is a recording of the Weekly Parashah with Rabbi David Kasher, a class co-sponsored by Hadar and IKAR from 12.18.2025 / Mikeitz 5786

This is a recording of Rabbi Sharon Brous's of For the Love of Learning. Every Tuesday morning, a new story from the Talmud. Taught by your rabbis in a monthly rotation, we’ll dig into the strange and compelling world of the Talmud, exploring the wa... more

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Recent Guests

Angela Buchdahl
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Episode: Heart of a Stranger: Rabbis Sharon Brous and Angela Buchdahl in conversation
Dr. Yasmeen Abu Fraiha
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Dr. Lori Gottlieb
Psychologist, New York Times bestselling author of 'Maybe You Should Talk to Someone'
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Episode: We Don't Have Forever - Rabbi Sharon Brous & Lori Gottlieb | Rosh Hashanah Day 2 5786 Sermon-Dialogue
Madison Margolin
Author, journalist, and co-founder of the Jewish Psychedelic Summit
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Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum
A Rabbi from Jerusalem, head of the Seminary for Israeli Rabbis, and a proponent of community unity.
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Episode: Shabbat Sermon - Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum
Alex Edelman
Comedian and storyteller known for solo shows blending comedy and narrative.
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Episode: On Joy - Alex Edelman & Sharon Brous | Rosh Hashanah II
Yonatan Zeigen
Peace activist and son of Vivian Silver, who was murdered in the October 7th massacre
Episode: Lunch & Learn with Peace Activists Arab Aramin & Yonatan Zeigen
Arab Aramin
Peace activist and brother of Abir Aramin, who was killed by an IDF soldier
Episode: Lunch & Learn with Peace Activists Arab Aramin & Yonatan Zeigen
Mai Jaber
Works on Israeli-Palestinian relations with a focus on joint futures
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Episode: Imagining a Land for All

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Rabbi Sharon Brous
Rabbi at IKAR, known for her insightful and compassionate discussions on spirituality, human experience, and social justice.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 195 ratings
  • Wonderful!

    Rabbi Brous is a gifted and compassionate spiritual leader. She communicates her passion for Judaism while also demonstrating compassion for anyone, regardless of religion. I am hooked on her sermons and use them to add depth to the sermons of my own Rabbi.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reader8591
    United States7 months ago
  • Grateful

    So grateful for IKAR

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mme Blink
    United States9 months ago
  • Thank You for helping to shape my moral world view

    These sermons and classes teach me so much and help put into words and context my own personal moral view. The Rabbis are all smart, interesting and challenging!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Marissa
    United States2 years ago
  • Learning.

    I’m a shy Jew. Raised in a home where my Judaism was hidden. I’m no longer in that closet. But still shy. That’s to say I attend temple on this podcast. Xxxx

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    5
    Family Dog
    United States2 years ago
  • Thank you

    Wow

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Billybill1984
    United States2 years ago

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Commentary often highlights the inspiring nature of the discussions, with many feeling a stronger sense of community.
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Listeners deeply appreciate the thoughtful, compassionate approach to complex societal issues.
The Rabbi's sermons are noted for their relevance and ability to resonate across different experiences.

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Heart of a Stranger: Rabbis Sharon Brous and Angela Buchdahl in conversation
Q: How is the heart of a stranger?
It is very full because being in this incredibly beautiful community fills me up.
The Rise of Kings - The Best Book Ever with Rabbi David Kasher
Q: What were Abraham's concerns when going to Egypt?
Abraham was worried that the Egyptians would kill him if they saw how beautiful his wife Sarah was, so he asked her to say that she was his sister instead.
The Rise of Kings - The Best Book Ever with Rabbi David Kasher
Q: Who is the first king mentioned in the Torah?
The first king mentioned in the Torah is Nimrod, who is noted for his might and kingship.
Dr. Yasmeen Abu Fraiha in conversation with Rabbi Sharon Brous
Q: How do we navigate the feeling that equality for others feels like oppression for the privileged?
To achieve freedom and equality, the privileged must confront and relinquish certain privileges.
We Don't Have Forever - Rabbi Sharon Brous & Lori Gottlieb | Rosh Hashanah Day 2 5786 Sermon-Dialogue
Q: How is it that through your own therapeutic work that you do with your clients and that your wonderful therapist did with you, which you speak about so beautifully and lovingly in the book, how is it that you help people navigate the almost, almost, almost, and find meaning in life even still?
Lori Gottlieb responds to the complexity of uncertainty and takes into account that human beings prefer the certainty of misery over the misery of uncertainty, emphasizing connections and the necessity of navigating emotions.

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