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Jewish Ideas to Change the World

Valley Beit Midrash
Judaism
Jewish Ethics
Israel-Gaza Conflict
Israel
Kabbalah
Jewish Identity
Social Justice
Zionism
Time
Genetics
Jewish Diversity
Passover
Dignity
Kindness
Compassion
God
Climate Action
Antisemitism
Heroism
Women's Empowerment

Jewish Ideas to Change the World delivers thought-provoking content by leading Jewish thinkers with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. It is produced by Valley Beit Midrash. Valley Beit Midrash (VBM) is dedicated to social justice as driven by Torah ethics. VBM's mission is to improve lives through Jewish learning, direct action, and leadership development. Listen to VBM's other podcasts: • Soc... more

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A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Dr. Elliot Dorff

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Drawing from Chapter 3 of the book, Ethics at the Center: Jewish Theory and Practice for Living a Moral Life, this session will explore how Western, Christian, and Jewish tradi... more

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi David Seidenberg

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The law against wasting or destroying things, Bal Tashchit, is a torch held up by Jewish environmentalists to prove that Judaism cares about the Earth, but the law, as it is co... more

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Dr. David Golinkin

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Responsa are written answers by rabbis to halakhic questions. Since 1985, I have written approximately 900 responsa, over 200 of which have been published. In this lecture, I... more

A virtual event presentation by Dr. Jon Greenberg.

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This program will explore the symbolic and halachic significance of the olive tree. The questions we’ll examine include:

• Neglected agricultural and political reasons that the ol... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jon Greenberg
A biblical and Talmudic ethnobotanist specializing in the connection between Torah and science.
Episode: Lessons from the Olive Tree for Families, Jewish Unity, and the Social Security System
Rabbi David Kasher
Director of Hadar West and author of Parsha Nut
Hadar West
Episode: Before Good & Evil: Moral Relativism in Jewish Ethics
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl
Senior Rabbi of Central Synagogue in New York and author of 'The Heart of a Stranger'
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Episode: “Heart of a Stranger” with Rabbi Angela Buchdahl — In Conversation with Rabbi Shmuly
Dr. David M. Elcott
Expert in interfaith dialogue and political science
Center for Justice, Columbia University
Episode: Faith, Nationalism, and the Future of Liberal Democracy
Professor Jon Levinson
Philosopher of education at Brandeis University focusing on Jewish education.
Brandeis University
Episode: Why Jewish Knowledge Matters: Rethinking Jewish Literacy
Rabbi Dr. Mois Navon
A founding engineer of Mobileye and an ordained rabbi with expertise in Jewish law and philosophy
Mobileye
Episode: Torah Perspectives on Transhumanism: Professor Navon Interviewed by Rabbi Shmuly
Professor David Shyovitz
Associate Professor of Jewish History at Northwestern University and Director of NU's Crown Family Center for Jewish and Israel Studies
Northwestern University
Episode: Jews and Jewish Animals in the Middle Ages
Rabbi Dvora Weisberg, PhD
Rabbi Aaron Panken Professor of Rabbinics at Hebrew Union College
Hebrew Union College
Episode: Is Teshuvah Possible in the Internet Age?
Rabbi Jade Sank Ross
Associate Rabbi at the Community Synagogue in Port Washington, New York.
Community Synagogue
Episode: Psalms Throughout Our Lives

Host

Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz
Host of engaging discussions involving leading Jewish thinkers and a proponent of social justice based on Torah ethics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Boycotts work

    Laura Geller is a z!onist and anyone who platforms her is the same.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Camera_add
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • I look forward to every episode

    Though not Jewish, nor even a resident of Phoenix, I treasure the learning that is shared on the podcast. Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz brings great thinkers to share their wealth of knowledge and wisdom with the congregation. I love the interaction with the audience at the end of the lectures.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan'l E. as in elegant
    United States7 years ago
  • Wonderful Content

    This podcast offers truly enriching, thought provoking and relevant material. The speakers mostly approach things from a Jewish background but people of any faith, spirituality (or lack thereof) can find nuggets of wisdom in the lectures offered here. In our busy world, the average person may not have time to study philosophy or Torah but with this VBM podcast you can slip in a little bit of enlightening material in your drive home from work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theswordandspoon
    United States9 years ago

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How Are These Responsa Different From All Others?
Q: Is mixed dancing really forbidden according to Jewish law?
There is no prohibition on mixed dancing in Jewish law; it stems from books of ethics and local rabbinical enactments, rather than from Talmudic law.
How Are These Responsa Different From All Others?
Q: Has there ever been an attempt or success at a grand online digitization or computerization where a person could search for terms and find various Responsa and the eras in which they occurred?
Yes, there is the Barylan Responsa Project, which was started in the 1960s. However, it contains only a small percentage of the Responsa literature.
Animals as Kabbalistic Masters
Q: How does Pirkli Chira fit into this?
Pirkli Chira is fascinating because it discusses how everything in creation contributes to the praise of the Divine, raising questions about intent and focus in relation to Kabbalistic texts.
Faith, Healing, and Hope: Mitch Albom in Conversation with Rabbi Shmuly
Q: What gives you hope that the world can be rebuilt and healed?
Albom believes that every new child born is a clean slate and if society can impart goodness to them, then there is hope for a better future.
Faith, Healing, and Hope: Mitch Albom in Conversation with Rabbi Shmuly
Q: What has called you in particular to help vulnerable children?
He feels a connection with children, finding their purity and the fact that they often don't even realize the help they need extremely compelling.

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What is Jewish Ideas to Change the World about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a platform for prominent Jewish thinkers to share their insights and engage in discussions that challenge conventional views surrounding social justice, ethics, and Jewish identity. With themes frequently revolving around the intersection of faith and contemporary issues, it encourages listeners to reflect on the role of Judaism in today's world, incorporating diverse perspectives from its guests who encompass a variety of fields, including education, technology, and philosophy. Unique in its approach, the content not only represents academic discourse but also strives to make Jewish teachings accessible and relevant to everyday life, aiming to inspire action and change within communities.

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1. Dr. Jon Greenberg
2. Rabbi David Kasher
3. Rabbi Angela Buchdahl
4. Dr. David M. Elcott
5. Professor Jon Levinson
6. Rabbi Dr. Mois Navon
7. Professor David Shyovitz
8. Rabbi Dvora Weisberg, PhD

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