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Open Book with Eitan and ItaiAssimilation, Shalom Beit, and Chabad: Being a Jew in Japan, with the Author of The Wagamama Bride, Liane Grunberg WakabayashiLiane went to Japan while working as a journalist, never imagining that she would fall in love with a Japanese man while there, and live there, raising children, and finding out exactly what it meant to be Jewish in Japan.
We speak to Liane about Assimilation, Peace in Marriage, and Chabad's outreach in places all over the globe.
2021-08-3025 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiEsav and Ishmael, Gog and Magog, and the Redemption that is coming: Author of Hold On!, Roy S NeubergerAfter searching for truth for years, Roy Neuberger and his wife Leah realized that what they had been searching for in religions the world over existed in their heritage all along, and in the religion of their ancestors, Judaism. Since then, their lives have been a whirlwind of outreach, Torah learning, and matchmaking. In 2000, Roy published his autobiography From Central Park to Sinai, which tells his amazing story. Today, he and his wife give lectures all around the world.
Are Gog and Magog really Esav and Ishmael (Western and Eastern Civilization), and which poses a greater threat t...2021-07-2647 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiAuthor of The Story of Our LIves, R Yaakov Klein, on Finding our Lost PrincessOne year, before Purim, Yaakov Klein's life was changed forever when he went to a Breslov shiur on Megillat Esther. Since then, he's been doing his utmost to spread Chasssidus, most recently focusing on reinvigorating the frum community and bringing the soul back into our Tradition.
Last year, Rabbi Yaakov Klein published his third book, the Story of Our Lives, launching with it the Lost Princess Initiative, an initiative to bring the soul back into religious Judaism. This book tells us exactly how to do just that. A fantastic elucidation of Rebbe Nachman's Tale, The Lost Princess...2021-06-3034 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiAuthor of 'G-d versus gods', Rabbi Reuven Chaim Klein: Judaism in the Age of IdolatryRabbi Reuven Chaim Klein's fascination lies with writing in English on potentially obscure areas of Jewish History and Halacha. This time, he's chosen to paint an exhaustive portrait of Jewish history with Idol Worship, using the Tanakh and Midrashim as his backdrop.
We speak to Rabbi Klein, finding out what exactly constitutes idol worship, and if the yetzer hara for it ever really went away.
Open Book with Eitan and Itai considers it an honor and a privilege to sit and speak with Jewish Authors. We appreciate our viewers for their encouragement and for making it...2021-05-0939 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiAuthor of Dance of the Omer, Benji Elson, Uncovering Secrets of the OmerFor Millenia, Jews all around the world count the days between 2 holidays, Passover and Shavuot. They count 49 days in a time period known as the Omer. This period on the Jewish calendar has Mystical and Kabbalistic significance. Jew see this time period as a time to unlock potential and reveal our true selves. Several authors have written on the wonders of the Omer and how to use this time period to the fullest, but none until now have approached it how Benji Elson has. An unprecedented journey into what it means to truly Count the Omer, Benji's Dance of t...2021-04-2831 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiHeretics, Skeptics, and Magic, with Rabbi Shmuel "Shmuli" Phillips, Author of Judaism Reclaimed: Episode 8aRabbi Shmuli Phillips has spent almost two decades in yeshiva and kollel, and has managed to pick up a law degree during that time from the University of London. He's best known for his groundbreaking book, Judaism Reclaimed, which has been a massive success. Judaism Reclaims "takes back" Judaism from Academic Critics, and also reintroduces the Maimodean viewpoint, one that favors Rationality over Mysticism, to a Jewish world that has larger lost touch with it. With ascamas (approbations) from the likes of Rabbi Zev Leff and Rabbi Jonathan Sacks ZTz"L, Shmuli Phillips debut work has been called "Scholarly...2021-04-1149 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiAuthor of Princess Without a Crown, Jenna Maio Esq., on Returning to our Jewish RootsJenna Maio Esq. is a wife, mother, and freelance writer. She studied English and creative writing at Emory University and then completed a joint degree in Law and Environmental studies from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Over the years, she learned at Neve Yerushalayim and Midreshet Rachel V’Chaya in Jerusalem, where she deepened her Jewish learning. She recently published her first book, Princess Without A Crown: Returning to My Jewish Roots. She also hosts the Modern Jewish Girl podcast, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
We go on a journey with Jenna this episode as we...2021-03-3039 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiAuthor of The Weight of Gold, R Moshe Silver, The Torah is for Everyone, with (Episode 6a)With a career spanning over 30 years on Wall Street, Moshe Silver is not your average Rabbi. He's written a book on the Parsha with a refreshing twist: It's not just for Religious Jews, or indeed, for Jews at all. The Weight of Gold by Moshe Silver is a book for all people and all nations. With much thanks to G-d, we at Open Book speak with Rabbi Moshe Silver about his book, about his goals and aspirations, and about the Torah's connection to non-Jews. Moshe Silver is on a mission to make the Torah Text accessible to ALL people. 2021-03-1349 minOpen Book with Eitan and Itaiפוריםפורים 57812021-03-0602 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiThe Importance of Tanakh with Rabbi Francis Nataf (Episode 5a)Purim Sameach! We are so grateful here in Jerusalem for a THREE DAY Purim.
Rabbi Francis Nataf originally learned under Nechama Leibowitz and Rav Aharon Lichtenstein. He is the author of the critically acclaimed book series on Chumash, Redeeming Relevance, and the host of the "Parsha!, etc. with Francis Nataf" Podcast.
Drawing a hard line when it comes to looking at the biblical text with an analytical eye, Rabbi Nataf has earned his place amongst the biblical commentators of old.
Based in Jerusalem, Rabbi Nataf is a successful writer and educator having written a...2021-02-2747 min
Open Book with Eitan and Itaiעם רב שלמה כץ על רב שלמה קרליבך: פרק 4אשיריו ודבריו של הרב שלמה כץ נקראים ונשמעים ברחבי העולם. אמנם מפעלו לא נעצר אך ורק בכך. הוא ערך בצורה יוצאת דופן וייחודית מדבריו של הרב שלמה קרליבך שעליהם נדבר היום, ועל אישותו המיוחדת של הרב קרליבך. הצטרפו אלינו למסע המרתק על דבריו חייו ומפעליו של הרב שלמה קרליבך. הצטרפו אלינו לשיחותינו על עריכת הכתבים ועל צורת השפעתו של הרב שלמה על היהדות. ישבנו עם הרב שלמה כץ יוצר זמר ורב מפורסם לדון בדברים על הרב שלמה קרליבך. על הניסיון של הרב שלמה כץ בעריכת וקיבוץ כתביו של הרב שלמה קרליבך. לשנינו היה העונג והכבוד לשמוע מהרב כץ ולחזות בענוותנותו ומאהבתו הבלתי נדלית לעם היהודי. בפרק זה אנו נראה איך יצא לרב כץ להכיר את תורותיו של הרב קרליבך? על אילו ספרים עובד הרב כץ כעת? האם הרב כץ רואה בעצמו מוזיקאי? כיצד אנו יכולים להתחבר אחד לשני ולה' יתברך? אם רק שמיעה איננה מספיקה לך בשמחה תוכל לראות את הסרטון בערוץ היוטיוב שלנו.
Rabbi Shlomo Katz's videos and music are watched and listened to worldwide, garnering thousands upon thousands of views and plays, but R Shlomo doesn't limit his pursuits to music and Rabbinic Leadership. He has edited wonderfully successful compilations of the teachings of Rabbi Carlebach, including The Soul of Jerusalem, The Soul of Chanukah, and most recently, The Torah Commentary of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach: Exodus.
We sat down with Rabbi Shlomo Katz, famed Spiritual Leader and Jewish Musician, to discuss all things Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, and Rabbi Katz's experience editing and compiling books on Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach's teachings. Both of us had the honor and privilege to hear from Rabbi Shlomo Katz and to witness his incredible humility and unbridled love for the Jewish People.
In this episode we find out:
How did Rabbi Katz find out about Rabbi Carlebach?
What books is Rabbi Shlomo Katz working on right now?
Does Rabbi Katz see himself as a musician?
How can we connect to each other, and to the Divine?
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For more information on the work done by Rabbi Shlomo, visit the Shlomo Katz Project Site: https://www.theshlomokatzproject.com/ You can Watch his videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShlomoKatzMusic2021-02-2040 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiTribute to Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski, M.D.We took a break from our normal programming and did a tribute show to the late Rabbi Twerski, beloved leader, rabbi, writer, and psychiatrist, whose actions, words, and guidance saved thousands of lives. Though on the show we normally focus on divisive issues, we put that aside this week and had a deeper look at the values Rabbi Twerski embodied.
Rabbi Twerski passed away right before this recording and the entire Jewish People mourns his loss. We pray for his soul that it should have an aliyah and that the loved ones he left behind will be co...2021-02-1317 minOpen Book with Eitan and Itaiפרק 3א: טראומה ויהדות / על הרב חיים סבתוהרב חיים סבתו יליד מצרים לוחם במלחמת יום הכיפורים וראש ישיבה. פרק על ספרו המרתק של הרב השוזר את מעורותיו ואמונתו במלחמת יום הכיפורים. המיוחדות של שילוב מלחמה ואמונה נכתב בצורה פואטית ומלאת רגש.2021-02-0636 minOpen Book with Eitan and ItaiOn Moharash ZtzL, The Tzaddik of Yavniel (Episode 3a)Rav Aharon Halevy lived for years in Yavniel and heard stories and classes straight from the Tzaddik of Yavniel's mouth hundreds of times.
You ever look at those Breslov Pamphlets that have been handed out to you on the streets of Jerusalem or New York and you wonder, who wrote these? Well, he was known as the Mohara"sh, and his followers called him the Tzaddik of Yavniel. He wrote over 500 books and pamphlets and also began the Breslov movement of selling books at cost. Join us with Guest Speaker Rav Aharon Halevy as, in honor of t...2021-01-3038 min
Open Book with Eitan and Itaiפרק 2א: על דב אינדיג ו"טליה" : האם אחדות בין דתים לחילונים אפשריתהאם הפילוג בין המגזרים בציבור הישראלי בין שומרי המצוות ואלו שעדיין אינם שומרים יכול להיות מוכל ונעים? האם התכנים שנכתבו לפני 50 שנה עדיין רלוונטים לדור שלנו? כל זה ועוד בפרק הבא של ספר פתוח. הפעם פרק בעברית על הספר מכתהים לטליה שנכתב על ידי שני אנשים דוב אינדיג וטליה. לא כדאי לפספס את הפרק הזה. תגובות, הערות או תיקונים שלחו לנו אותם בכתובת המייל הבאה ajewcast@gmail.com נשמח לשמוע מכם מאזיני התוכנית מקבלים 10% הנחה על רוב סיפרי החנות פומרנץ, ייתכנו הגבלות עקבו אחרנו באינסטגרם instagram.com/jewcast האם אתם מחברים המעוניינים להשתתף בתוכנית שלחו לנו אימייל בכתובת הבאה ajewcast@gmail.com או ב ethan@easyak.com 2021-01-2335 min
Open Book with Eitan and ItaiOn Rabbi Zelig Pliskin, The Happiness Expert (Episode 2a)In our latest episode, we discuss contemporary Jewish writer, Rabbi Zelig Pliskin, and dive into his book, the Power of Words. Is Jewish Education doing enough to teach kids about kindness? How does Eitan feel about Itai? How can not wearing Shaatnes make you a better person? All this and more in our latest episode that you don't want to miss.
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Open Book with Eitan and Itai?פרק 1א: על רב יהודה הלוי / האם הכוזרי זה עדיין רלוונטיברוכים הבאים לפרק הראשון שלנו בעברית
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מה היו השפעות של רבי יהודה הלוי על התפילות במחזור
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2021-01-0934 min
Open Book with Eitan and ItaiOn Rabbi Sacks, "The London Bridge" (Episode 1a)Welcome to our first show. A discussion on Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, but there are also questions we ask. Is Islam inherently violent? Should Christianity be considered avodah zarah? Is world peace possible between all faiths? All that and more in our very first episode.
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Open Book with Eitan and ItaiAnnouncement - One Week away from ShowNext Motzei Shabbat (Jerusalem time) the show starts. If you're in the states please wait until YOUR motzei shabbat until playing.
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2020-12-2700 min