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Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts

CHRI Radio
Torah
Judaism
Leviticus
Ten Commandments
Exodus
Moses
Passover
Rabbi
Plagues Of Egypt
Book Of Numbers
Jethro
Kohanim
Israelites
Jewish Freedom
Miracles
Hanukkah
Noah
Yitro
Sabbatical Year
Bamidbar

Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Israel, Steven Garten will explore aspects of the Jewish religion, people, and holidays, and give insight on the ancient scriptures from a Jewish perspective.

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Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: April 12, 2026 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca

Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: April 05, 2026 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca

Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: March 29, 2026 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca

Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: March 22, 2026 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca

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Recent Guests

Rabbi Phil Cohn
Interim rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel in Sun City Center, Florida; former interim rabbi in Danville, California; author of Nick Bones Underground
Congregation Beth Israel, Sun City Center; former Bet Chaim Congregation
Episode: The Holiday of Purim - Esther's Story with Rabbi Cohen
Rabbi Joseph Edelheit
Rabbi, Doctor of Ministry and Divinity, Professor Emeritus of Religion and Jewish Studies
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; former professor at St. Cloud University
Episode: The God that Dwells Within Us with Rabbi Edelheit
Rabbi Stephen Wise
Guest interpreter, spiritual leader of Shaarei Beth El Congregation of Oakville, Ontario
Shaarei Beth El Congregation, Oakville
Episode: Jethro - Organizational Consultant with Rabbi Wise
Ari Mark Carton
Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation 8 Chaim, Palo Alto; scholar and author
Congregation 8 Chaim; Stanford University community
Episode: The Red Sea - Birthing of a Nation with Rabbi Cartun
Lawrence Englender
Adjunct rabbi at Temple Sinai in Toronto; founding rabbi of Congregation Solel in Mississauga
Temple Sinai (Toronto); Congregation Solel (Mississauga)
Episode: The Tenth Plague with Rabbi Englander
Cantor Sheryl Wunsch
Cantor and spiritual leader of Congregation Shirley Banu (Shirley Benu) in Toronto
Congregation Shirley Banu, Toronto
Episode: Moral Exemplars in the Book of Exodus with Cantor Wunch
Rabbi Daniel Michael Berg
Spiritual leader of Temple Israel in Ottawa, Canada; former pulpit positions in Toronto and Vancouver
Temple Israel, Ottawa
Episode: Hanukkah and Christmas with Rabbi Mikelberg [ENCORE]
Micah Streiffer
Toronto-based rabbi, founder/director of La'asot (La'asok/La'asot Abait Midrash)
La'asot (La'asok Abait Midrash); Kol Ami (rabbi emeritus)
Episode: Joseph and His Brothers Find Repentance with Rabbi Streiffer
Rabbi Henry Karp
Retired Rabbi, Davenport, Iowa
Temple Emmanuel, Davenport, Iowa
Episode: The Story of Dinah and it's Implications with Rabbi Karp

Host

Steven Garten
Rabbi and host focusing on parashah analysis, interfaith dialogue, and practical Jewish life.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Jewish Faith And Facts

    As a retired Christian minister, I find joy and new understandings of Jewish beliefs and practices. Rabbi Garten is delightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aokfrog
    United States6 years ago

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The host offers thoughtful, respectful conversations that make deep Jewish topics accessible.
Guests bring diverse, scholarly perspectives that enrich understanding of Jewish texts.
High-quality exegesis and real-world applications come through consistently.
The discussions feel humble and welcoming to interfaith audiences, including Christians and other faiths.

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The Counting of the Omer [ENCORE]
Q: When does the counting begin in Jewish tradition?
The counting begins the night after the first day of Passover, i.e., the second night of Passover, and continues for 49 days up to Shavuot, with the count given as days and weeks and blessed each night.
Kvetching in the Desert with Rabbi Fox
Q: What does it take for them to shift from kvetching to clear communication about safety, food, and shelter?
The guest explains that development requires recognizing human needs, naming them explicitly, and seeking collaborative paths forward, rather than relying on vague longing for the past, so that the community can move toward practical solutions and renewed trust.
Kvetching in the Desert with Rabbi Fox
Q: So, where shall we enter in to our conversation on this Torah portion?
We begin by framing kvetch not just as complaint but as a doorway into examining how people express needs, how leaders respond, and how we can shift from surface complaints to more direct, constructive communication with God and each other.
What is Holiness with Rabbi Polansky
Q: As you understand it, how does the Torah define Holiness?
Holiness is not just a theological ideal but is expressed through everyday relationships and concrete actions, such as revering parents, keeping Shabbat, avoiding idolatry, and performing acts of kindness and justice, which sanctify daily life.
What Does a Rebellion Mean with Rabbi Beifield
Q: What are the deeper implications for leadership and responsibility that you see in the way Moses and Aaron respond to this rebellion?
Moses demonstrates restraint and leadership under pressure, accepting God's plan while navigating the community's needs, which underscores a larger lesson about accountable leadership and the ongoing process of reconciliation and adaptation within a religious community.

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A lot of episodes center on core Jewish texts and how they shape ethics, leadership, and interfaith understanding. Discussions frequently orbit the Exodus narrative, its themes of liberation, lawgiving, and community identity, then expand to other Torah portions, holiday contexts, and how sacred stories inform daily life. A notable angle is interfaith dialogue and contemporary relevance—host and guests connect ancient narratives to modern practice, inclusion, and cultural exchange, often with practical takeaways for families and communities. The show stands out for its scholarly yet accessible exegesis, classroom-style discussion, and willingness to address how Jewish traditions sit alongside Christian perspectives and global issues.

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1. Rabbi Phil Cohn
2. Rabbi Joseph Edelheit
3. Rabbi Stephen Wise
4. Ari Mark Carton
5. Lawrence Englender
6. Cantor Sheryl Wunsch
7. Rabbi Daniel Michael Berg
8. Micah Streiffer

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