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The Bridge Builders Forum

Ryan Lambert
Judaism
Paul
Christianity
Apostle Paul
Israel
Paul the Apostle
Jewish-Christian Relations
Torah
Bridge Builders Forum
New Testament
Jesus
Gentiles
Yom Kippur
Olive Tree Campaign
Romans 11
Galatians
Replacement Theology
Greco-Roman Context
Jerusalem
Anti-Semitism

The Bridge Builders Forum Podcast helps Jews and Christians better understand their faith, the Bible, and each other.

Each episode features individuals and perspectives that foster mutual enrichment and the goodness we can bring to our communities and the world when there is a bridge, rather than a gulf, between Jews and Christians.

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An important story lies behind the cover of my new book, The Olive Tree Affirmations—and it has everything to do with how Christians have understood Paul's Olive Tree allegory in Romans 11.

In this episode, I explore a nearly 500-y... more

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What did the Apostle Paul really mean when he called followers of Jesus to be "transformed by the renewal of your mind" (Romans 12:2)?

In this special episode of the Bridge Builders Forum podcast, Ryan Lambert shares a message deli... more

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Was Paul really arguing against the Torah and Judaism in his letter to the Galatians? Or have centuries of interpretation led us to misunderstand his message?

In this episode of Bridge Builders Forum, we sit down with Dr. Jakub Pog... more

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What happens when an Orthodox Jew and an evangelical Christian become friends—and decide to build something together?

In this episode of Bridge Builders Forum, Ryan Lambert sits down with Gidon Ariel and Bob O'Dell, co-founders of ... more

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Recent Guests

Jakub Pogonowski
Scholar of early Judaism and Christian origins at the University of Warsaw
University of Warsaw
Episode: Understanding Galatians Within Israel: A Conversation with Jakub Pogonowski
Bob O'Dell
Co-founder of Root Source; Evangelical Christian
Root Source; Echoes Bible Foundation
Episode: When an Orthodox Jew and Evangelical Christian Build Together | Bob O'Dell & Gidon Ariel
Gidon Ariel
Orthodox Jewish teacher; co-founder of Root Source
Root Source
Episode: When an Orthodox Jew and Evangelical Christian Build Together | Bob O'Dell & Gidon Ariel
Jules Gomes
Anglican theologian, Vatican-accredited journalist
Vatican media; Liverpool Cathedral (former canon theologian)
Episode: An Anglican Response to Replacement Theology: A Conversation with Dr. Jules Gomes
Ari Abramowitz
Rabbi, co-founder of The Land of Israel Network, Orthodox Jewish leader living in Judea
The Land of Israel Network; Aragot Farm
Episode: Torah From Zion To The Nations: A Conversation With Ari Abramowitz
Darren Huckey
Author and Bible teacher; assistant to the rabbi at Shalom Macon Messianic Synagogue
Shalom Macon Messianic Synagogue
Episode: Jewish Prayer for non-Jews? A Conversation with Darren Huckey
André Villeneuve
Catholic biblical scholar, Associate Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Languages at Sacred Heart Major Seminary
Catholic Voices for Israel; Catholics for Israel
Episode: A Catholic Case for Israel: A Conversation with Dr. André Villeneuve
Wally Cirafesi
New Testament scholar, Associate Professor of New Testament Studies at Lund University
Lund University
Episode: Capernaum: What it Teaches Us about Jews and Christians - Then and Now: A Conversation with Wally Cirafesi
Nikki Goldstein
Co-author of Conversations with My Rabbi
Author and co-author of Conversations with My Rabbi
Episode: A Legacy of Light and Love: Rabbi Eli Schlanger, Bondi Beach, and the Laws of Noah

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Thoughtful & Inspiring

    I am Jewish and love this podcast. I always learn every week, and Ryan does a good job of bringing on diverse guests. I often break up an episode into 2-3 smaller chunks, as some episodes require time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    guychi
    United States4 months ago
  • Insightful conversations

    The Bridge Builders Forum is an excellent platform for Jews and Christians to discuss challenging topics about their faiths and the overlapping pieces that are often overlooked. As a follower of Yeshua (Jesus), I have found much value from these conversations and I really appreciate the way they are conducted — honor, respect, grace…without lacking any depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Israeli Good Wine
    United Statesa year ago

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Thoughtful and diverse guest mix; conversations feel respectful and insightful.
Listeners appreciate the combination of scholarly analysis and practical interfaith work.
Show is praised for helping Jews and Christians understand each other with humility and clarity.

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Understanding Galatians Within Israel: A Conversation with Jakub Pogonowski
Q: If Torah is not what Paul is arguing against in Galatians, what is he so concerned and passionate about in the letter?
Pogonowski argues that Paul opposes a particular extra-biblical halakha requiring Gentiles to undergo proselyte transformation by circumcision, rather than opposing the Torah itself.
Understanding Galatians Within Israel: A Conversation with Jakub Pogonowski
Q: Why did you choose “within Israel” rather than “within Judaism” for the subtitle?
Pogonowski says “within Israel” emphasizes both Paul's place in the cultural and social world of Second Temple Judaism and the Hebrew substrate he argues underlies Paul's Greek.
When an Orthodox Jew and Evangelical Christian Build Together | Bob O'Dell & Gidon Ariel
Q: Bob, how did your time learning from Orthodox Jews influence Root Source's direction?
Bob explains that learning from multiple Orthodox Jewish teachers within one organization broadened the approach, emphasizing hands-on teaching and daily collaboration, which shaped the expanded vision of Root Source.
A Catholic Case for Israel: A Conversation with Dr. André Villeneuve
Q: What are the different Catholic views on Zionism and why does André advocate for his position?
André argues that Catholic tradition has been influenced by supersessionism, but Vatican II and magisterial teaching do not support viewing the Church as the sole or true Israel. He contends that Zionism represents a legitimate expression of Jewish self-determination in the land, rooted in biblical promises and providence, and that Catholics should acknowledge Israel's role while upholding Christian ethics toward Palestinians.
An Anglican Response to Replacement Theology: A Conversation with Dr. Jules Gomes
Q: Does the New Testament support an ongoing Jewish connection to the land of Israel?
The New Testament should be read as a Jewish text that continues to affirm the land promises and covenants to Israel; reading it as a radical break from the Tanakh leads to supersessionist interpretations.

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The show centers on bridging Jewish and Christian understanding, featuring scholars, authors, rabbis, and interfaith leaders who unpack Jewish–Christian history, theology, and contemporary dialogue. Recent episodes frequently explore Paul's place within Judaism, interfaith ethics, memory and memorials in Jewish–Christian relations, and practical initiatives that promote mutual respect—ranging from scholarly reinterpretations of biblical texts to shared campaigns that foster dialogue and collaboration. A notable strength is the mix of rigorous academic insight with real-world interfaith initiatives, travel-focused explorations of historical contexts, and tangible actions like campaigns and partnerships that help audiences engage more deeply ... more

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2. Bob O'Dell
3. Gidon Ariel
4. Jules Gomes
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