Ezra And Carly - Podcast Details

Shows

On the Couch with CarlyThe weight of history: How Holocaust trauma shapes Jewish responses to IsraelDisclaimer: This episode contains personal opinions and perspectives on complex geopolitical issues. The views expressed by the host and guest do not represent an official position on the Israel-Palestine conflict and are shared as part of an exploration of psychological and emotional dimensions of identity, trauma, and human connection. This conversation is meant to provoke thought and empathy rather than promote any particular political stance. In this thought-provoking episode, I speak with journalist and writer Joseph Dana about the nuanced relationship between Jewish identity, trauma, and Israel-Palestine. Joseph shares his personal journey from American Reform Judaism to Israeli...2025-05-1458 min $Carly\'s Couch$ Carly's CouchThe weight of history: How Holocaust trauma shapes Jewish responses to IsraelDisclaimer: This episode contains personal opinions and perspectives on complex geopolitical issues. The views expressed by the host and guest do not represent an official position on the Israel-Palestine conflict and are shared as part of an exploration of psychological and emotional dimensions of identity, trauma, and human connection. This conversation is meant to provoke thought and empathy rather than promote any particular political stance. In this thought-provoking episode, I speak with journalist and writer Joseph Dana about the nuanced relationship between Jewish identity, trauma, and Israel-Palestine. Joseph shares his personal journey from American Reform Judaism to Israeli...2025-05-1458 min $Carly\'s Couch$ Carly's CouchThe weight of history: How Holocaust trauma shapes Jewish responses to IsraelDisclaimer: This episode contains personal opinions and perspectives on complex geopolitical issues. The views expressed by the host and guest do not represent an official position on the Israel-Palestine conflict and are shared as part of an exploration of psychological and emotional dimensions of identity, trauma, and human connection. This conversation is meant to provoke thought and empathy rather than promote any particular political stance. In this thought-provoking episode, I speak with journalist and writer Joseph Dana about the nuanced relationship between Jewish identity, trauma, and Israel-Palestine. Joseph shares his personal journey from American Reform Judaism to Israeli...2025-05-1458 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussIs Standing with Israel Safe?It was easy to stand with Israel the week following October 7, but what about now, after six months of a controversial and very complex war? In this episode, Carly and Ezra discuss the environment we’re in today, where standing with Israel can evoke all kinds of responses. They talk about how it’s possible to both stand with Israel and not agree with everything the State of Israel does. You’ll hear about: Stories of confrontation and the temptation to hide one’s support of Israel or Jewish identity How, after six months of war, people ma...2024-04-1626 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussWhy Won’t Israel Agree to a Ceasefire?In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra clarify some of the complexities of a ceasefire agreement and why Israel hasn’t agreed thus far. They challenge listeners to read multiple news sources to get the whole picture because a single source gives only a single perspective. They also offer some concrete ways to pray for Israel. Here’s some of what they cover in this discussion: The fickle nature of the news cycle that has moved on from the Israel war, but Israel and the Middle East are still very much...2024-04-0228 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussPractical Ways to Fight Anti-SemitismAnti-Semitic incidents have dramatically increased since Hamas violently attacked Israel on October 7. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about some ways to combat anti-Semitism that you may not immediately think of. They discuss the origins of anti-Semitism and how, at its root, lies a spiritual matter. They also discuss: Anti-Semitism isn’t new. Anti-Semitic spirits revealed in the Bible from Pharaoh to Haman and all the way to today’s terror group, Hamas Who the biblical kingdom of Persia is today What we can do about anti-Semitism How to ex...2024-03-1936 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussIsrael: Are We in the End Times?In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra continue their conversation about the End Times and where Israel fits in regarding Bible prophecy. They dive into the Christian and Jewish mindsets toward the Last Days and challenge listeners to rethink a “for-Christians-only” understanding. The discussion turns to the difficult things Israel experienced on October 7, how these events may have caused some listeners to disengage with God and the importance of finding your way back to re-engaging with Him. They talk about: What’s meant by the End Times and what Christians think o...2024-03-0535 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussThe End Times – A Jewish or Christian Idea?Hamas’ October 7 massacre in Israel and the war since sparked questions about the End Times. Many people have written in, asking, “Is this the End?” or “Is this the Tribulation?” Before getting into that in our next episode, today, Carly and Ezra lay the groundwork by discussing where the concept of the End Times comes from. Did Jesus introduce it, or is it actually a Jewish thing? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, the conversation includes: What it was about October 7th that pushed the End Times button for us Wait, the End Times...2024-02-2022 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussWhat it means biblically to be “grafted in”In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra discuss the profound metaphors and analogies of Romans chapter 11 and what this has to do with how Christians relate to Jewish people and respond to the crisis in Israel. They cover: What it means biblically to be “grafted in” Making Israel jealous for their God Reviewing the difference between Israel the Land, the State and the people Ezra’s take on the “one new man” of Ephesians 2 How the “one new man” relates to “grafted in” How “grafted in” evokes jealousy in Israel Why all of this is so importan...2024-02-0835 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussIsrael Update | 111 Days and CountingIn this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra are back in the studio for a conversation about the ongoing crisis in Israel in the aftermath of Hamas’ brutal attack on October 7, 2023, including Unraveling some of the complexities of the situation Wrestling over standing with Israel but not liking everything it’s doing How Hamas’ actions on October 7 have become overshadowed and absorbed into larger, more palatable causes If Israel is supplying aid to Gaza An analogy that brings some perspective What it means and doesn’t mean to stand with Israel How to respond...2024-01-2652 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussIsrael Update | What’s Really Happening Over There?In this special off-season episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra bring clarity to the tragic events of the last two weeks in Israel and Gaza. They discuss many questions people are asking about what’s going on, where this sudden attack came from, who Hamas and other players are, Israel’s response, and the needs in Israel right now. It’s been about two weeks since more than 1,000 terrorists invaded Israel and committed horrific murders and assaults on innocent Israelis and others in the south of Israel, plus taking some 200 hostages into Gaza...2023-10-2048 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP10 | Making the Israel Connection with Bible Recap’s Tara-Leigh CobbleIn this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk with Tara-Leigh Cobble, host of The Bible Recap podcast. Tara-Leigh is a real kindred spirit with her love for God’s Word, for Israel and the Jewish people and helping Christians understand the Jewish roots of their faith in Jesus. Join them for a fun conversation about the way we discovered Tara-Leigh that can only be by God’s hand what Tara-Leigh does and how she turned from someone who had no interest in going to Israel into a leader of tw...2023-07-2534 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP9 | The Sabbath as a Cultural RevolutionIn this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about how practicing a Sabbath rest each week is so counter-intuitive in our productivity-driven culture. They share some of their own challenges and practices and provide you with some interesting thoughts to ponder when considering embracing a weekly day of rest for yourself. No shame, no guilt – just some fascinating and inspiring conversation, including: The Bible’s first mention of a Sabbath rest The Jewish concept of the day beginning at sunset The greeting, “Shabbat Shalom” How you actually “cease” on the Sabbath Prepa...2023-07-1131 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP8 | Rinse and RepeatIn this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about the Jewish custom of reading through the Torah, the first five books of the Bible, each year, using a universal reading plan. Carly shares a bit about her background growing up Catholic, and they touch on how the “high church’s” Book of Common Prayer sprang from a Jewish concept begun during ancient Israel’s captivity in Babylon. They discuss how the plan works along with The meaning of the Hebrew word “parasha” that describes a single reading When the reading cycle starts, when to read...2023-06-2727 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP7 | The Real Story of Jonah, from a Jewish PerspectiveWho knew that the book of Jonah is connected to the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement? Probably not anyone who isn’t Jewish, right? Well, it is, and it’s what Carly and Ezra talk about in this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss. They share the Jewish context in which Jonah was called to preach repentance to Nineveh, a cruel and wicked nation, the consequences of Jonah’s disobedience and how God ultimately restored Jonah and redeemed Nineveh. Along the Way Along the way, you’ll hear:...2023-06-1331 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP6| The Secret to Waiting on God from a Jewish PerspectiveWe live in a fast-food culture where we want things yesterday. We get frustrated when we have to wait on things out of our control. So, what does it really mean to “wait on God”? For most of us, waiting seems like idleness or passivity. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly dive into the Hebrew word used in verses about “waiting on the Lord” to reveal it’s not a passive thing. No, indeed. The Hebrew word reveals some pretty rich insights about how waiting on God is active and participatory on our part. T...2023-05-3026 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP5 | Is the Modern State of Israel a Miracle or a Catastrophe?You may have heard that 2023 is Israel’s 75th anniversary, but do you know exactly what that’s referring to? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra explore this topic, filling in gaps you may have about when and how Israel became a nation again, how the Arab world views Israel’s existence and a startling shift in the United Nations’ (U.N.’s) attitude toward Israel in the last 75 years. They discuss: What led to Israel’s independence Why the date changes on the calendar from year to year The State of Israel as...2023-05-1627 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP4 | Rabbinic vs. Biblical JudaismIn this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra address a listener question, asking, “Are Messianic Jews obligated to obey Jewish tradition established by the rabbis after the Bible was written?” Before they get to the answer, they clarify terms by comparing rabbinic Judaism and biblical Judaism. They also talk about: Some key reasons why Judaism tends to lean heavily on rabbis to interpret the Scriptures The differences and similarities between Jewish and Christian ways of seeking advice and understanding Scripture The good things and the challenges of rabbinic Judaism Alon...2023-05-0233 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP3 | Does the Bible Tell Us to Make Christians or Jews Jealous?In Romans 11, Paul writes that salvation has come to the Gentiles to make Israel jealous. He says that he hopes his ministry to the Gentiles arouses jealousy, or as the King James Version says, “provokes” his own Jewish people to jealousy. OK, so we just answered the question in the title of this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, but you’ll want to tune in because Carly and Ezra get into the why and how of this unusual – and sometimes uncomfortable – purpose in Gentile Believers’ lives. They discuss: The context of these verses The provocative word “provok...2023-04-1827 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP2 | Why Christians Should Care about Messianic JudaismWhy should Christians care that Messianic Judaism exists in the world? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra analyze three reasons why a Messianic Jewish expression of faith in Jesus is important and why Gentile Believers should appreciate it. They also discuss whether or not this means Christians should go all in and attend a Messianic congregation and about how there are many thousands of people with Jewish heritage that attend Christian churches. Along the Way Along the way, you’ll also hear: How the Jewish peo...2023-04-0428 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS4 EP1 | Is Messianic Judaism a Jewish or Christian Religion?In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra discuss where Messianic Judaism falls in the realm of Judaism and Christianity and show you that it’s a more complicated question than you might think. First, they head over to Wikipedia to see what it says on the matter – not because it’s the most reputable place to start but because a lot of people find answers there. They also get into: Why this is a loaded question Ethnicity, religion, separations and links Hmmm… Would Jesus define Himself as a Messianic Jew? Where the “one new ma...2023-03-2123 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP10 | Did Jesus Fail?This is our final episode of the season, and it’s a big one! Jesus came as Savior of the world, but most of the world doesn’t believe in Him. Does that mean He failed in what He came to do? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly ask these hard questions and more. What was Jesus’ goal? Did He fail? Jesus died – isn’t that defeat? If Jewish people are God’s Chosen People, why didn’t Jesus save them while He was on Earth? If Jesus’ earthly ministry was to...2022-11-2228 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP9 | Differences between Jewish and Christian Perspectives on IsraelIn this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly break down the various perspectives on Israel – from both the Jewish and Gentile perspective – uncovering differences and finding similarities about this important nation. The conversation includes: What is the Christian perspective on Israel? How do secular Jewish people view Israel? Why is Israel called the Holy Land and why is this (not so) convenient? What is the promise referred to in “Promised Land”? What are the Christian and Jewish perspectives of “Israel in the future”? What does Israel have to do with Jesus’ return? Along the Way 2022-11-1530 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP8 | Christian and Jewish Thoughts on the MessiahIs Jesus a personal Savior of individuals or a national Redeemer of Israel? Christians and Jewish people tend to have different pictures of the Messiah. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly dig into the Christian and Jewish concepts of a biblical Messiah, and how they intersect and differ. And all of it reveals a deeper understanding of where each is coming from, providing a bigger scope for dialogue between Jewish and Christian friends. They discuss: The general idea of a Messiah The role personal sin plays in thoughts of the Messiah – bi...2022-11-0831 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP7 | Why Christians Want Jews to "Convert"If you’re Jewish and hear a plea to “convert,” you’re undoubtedly offended. If you’re a Christian, chances are you don’t understand why that would be the case. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly open the doors wide on this little-spoken-of misunderstanding, uncovering some truly helpful and clarifying points you should know – whether you’re Gentile or Jewish. Why the word “convert” is such a big deal What do Christians mean when they use it? How relationships, society and culture lack the context of the Christian motivation around the word “convert,”...2022-11-0127 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP6 | How Judaism and Christianity Parted WaysIf the first followers of Jesus were almost entirely Jewish, how did there grow to be such a huge divide between Judaism and Christianity? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra dive into a bit of history to talk about just how and when these two faiths — both believing in the God of the Hebrew Scriptures — parted ways. Ezra and Carly discuss: The beginnings of Judaism and Christianity Jewish authorship of most of the New Testament The influence of the Jewish cultural context The debate among Jewish Believers regar...2022-10-2536 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP5 | Why Do Jews Meet On Saturdays And Christians On Sundays?Is one day right and one wrong? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra discuss the different days Jews and Gentiles worship and the biblical reasons why. Their conversation takes them to: The biblical first and last days of the week Two reasons why Jewish people worship on Saturdays When did Jesus’ followers switch from meeting on Saturdays to Sundays…or did they? The significance of Sunday for Believers in Jesus What is “the Lord’s Day” in Revelation chapter 1? Along the Way And along the way, you’ll glean a lot...2022-10-1831 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP4 | "But He Doesn’t Look Jewish"In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra tells the fascinating story of his first encounter with a “Lost Tribe” community in Zimbabwe and the intriguing conversation he had with them. Carly and Ezra discuss scriptural references confirming the concept of “the Lost Tribes” today and encourage both Christian and Jewish listeners to be open-minded about Jewish people who don’t look like what you’re familiar with. They also talk about: What the term “Lost Tribes” means, and where it came from Are the “Lost Tribes” legitimate? How Ezra came to understand there are Jewish peo...2022-10-1134 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP3 | Why Christians Should Pray for JerusalemIf you’ve been around Christian circles that talk about Israel much, you’ve probably heard the Scripture verse today’s episode is based on. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about Psalm 122:6, where David gives the directive to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. They discuss what that really means, why we should do it and some practical ways to pray. The conversation includes such things as: Bumper sticker sayings about supporting Israel – what do they mean Reasons to focus our prayers on Jerusalem The context a...2022-10-0427 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP2 | What Covenant Am I Under? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly discuss various covenants of the Bible and how they relate to Jewish people and Christians. You’ll learn: What a covenant is Six primary covenants of the Bible: Adamic, Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic and New Covenants How these covenants build upon one another and without them, the New Covenant would mean something different A Christian perspective of “New Covenant” vs. “New Testament” Is the New Covenant only for Christians? Practical takeaways for Christians and Jews Along the Way Along the way, you’ll also lear...2022-09-2732 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS3 EP1 | Was Adam Jewish?If Adam is the father of all people, does Judaism go all the way back to him? Where did the Jewish people begin? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra answer the listener question, “Was Adam Jewish?” Spoiler Alert: The answer is “no,” but listen in because there’s a lot of interesting and insightful stuff in this episode about Abraham, Isaac and Ishmael and Jacob and Esau. Plus, you’ll find some great takeaways for your personal relationship with God. Ezra and Carly discuss: Who the first Jewish person was The firs...2022-09-2031 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP10 | Making Messianic Judaism Less MessyIn this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk openly about the sometimes messy and perhaps confusing realm of Messianic Judaism. What is it? Who’s part of it? And why should Gentile Christians care about it? Ezra asks Carly, a Gentile Believer, what Messianic Judaism is. From there, the conversation delves into: If “Messianic Jew” is a term believing Jews use to describe themselves Whether Messianic Judaism is a denomination If Messianic Judaism came out of the Jesus Movement Who the first Messianic Jew was The context in which faith in Jesus spread...2022-04-0529 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP9 | Hooo-paaah?? Demystifying the Jewish WeddingJewish weddings include some really interesting traditions. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about their meanings, similarities and differences from what most of our audience may be familiar with. Among the things they discuss are: Wedding attire, including why most grooms wear kippahs Fasting before getting married The Jewish tradition of bedeken, the veiling of the bride by her groom The significance of the The part in the ceremony when the bride circles the groom several times and what that means The special marriage contract of a Jewish wedding The...2022-03-2931 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP8 | Christian Zionism: The Good, the Bad and the UglyAre you thinking what we think you might be thinking? Hm. Zion. I know that word – it’s in the Bible. Isn’t it a mountain? No wait, is it a city? Or is it the Temple? I’m confused. How can I know what Christian Zionism is when I’m not even sure what Zion means? Never fear; in this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly clear that up at the beginning with a really cool analogy. Then, they discuss a common definition of Christian Zionism, analyzing it bit by bit to...2022-03-2224 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP7 | Differences between End Times Jewish and Christian Thought - Olam HabaAn Urgent Message about UkraineWhat’s happening in Ukraine right now is terrible. Jewish Voice is partnering with trusted ministries right in Ukraine – and also Moldova, Romania, and Poland – to provide shelter and relief in Jesus’ name to the escalating number of Ukrainians fleeing for safety. Jewish Voice plans to provide as much comfort and aid as the Lord enables us to do. Please keep praying for Ukraine, and give as the Lord enables you to help during these difficult times. Global pandemic. Supply chain shortages. Energy crisis. And now Russia has invaded Ukraine. Hard times an...2022-03-1431 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP6 | Purim - Beyond the Partying“I’ll take Purim for 800, Alex.” There’s meaning to every holiday, but sometimes it gets lost behind its symbols and traditions. Listen to this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, and you might even ace a Purim category on Jeopardy. From ooos and boos, noisemakers and baked goods, to the threat of destruction and profound deliverance, Purim has it all. Join Carly and Ezra as they discuss the story, meaning and traditions of Purim – one of the most festive Jewish holidays on the calendar. You’ll hear: The Purim story, its main characters and the mean...2022-03-0827 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP5 | Communion: Borrowed from the JewsWhoa, whoa, whoa. Hold on a second. You’re saying that communion – as in the Christian remembrance of Jesus’ death for us – is Jewish? WHAT? Some things seem distinctly Christian. And communion is one of them, right? It’s just so New Testament that how could it not be? But what if everything about the New Testament practice of communion originated from an ancient Jewish custom commanded by God? Well, that would almost be like God had some intentional plan to connect the two. Ahh, now you’re tracking! In this episode of A Jew and A...2022-03-0131 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP4 | Why Was Jesus Late to Lazarus?“But wait, there’s more!” That could have been a good title for this podcast conversation. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly dive into the reason why Jesus seemingly dawdled in going to His friend Lazarus after hearing he was dying. Mary and Martha had sent urgent word to Jesus to come and heal their brother, but Jesus didn’t even leave where He was for a few days. Why? He showed up “late,” and Lazarus was long dead. You may be familiar with the story and know that Jesus r...2022-02-2224 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP3 | What Jewish People Wish the Church UnderstoodThe world includes a lot of cultures, right? But when you think about it, it also has a ton of sub-cultures, and each one has its own nuances, understandings and interpretations. What’s said in one micro-culture – even within the same country, state or region – might mean something completely different to another. How on earth are we supposed to get along and be on the same page together? When it comes to all things Jewish and Christian, that’s what this podcast is here for. (Ezra and Carly to the rescue!) In this episode of A Jew and A Ge...2022-02-1529 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP2 | Why Are Christians Acting Like Jews?So, you run across a person you know is Gentile but who wears a Star of David, a prayer shawl and says and does Jewish things. And you just don’t get it. Wait, what? Why…? Huh? Or maybe you’re one of those people; you’re Gentile, and you love Israel and the Jewish people just like the Bible says you should. So, what’s the problem, right? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra dig into the subject of “Jewish affinity” to sort out the questions and mysteries surr...2022-02-0829 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP1 | Jewish in America – What the Pew Survey MissedWelcome back to A Jew and A Gentile Discuss! We’re excited to begin Season 2 of conversations between Ezra and Carly – a Jew and a Gentile who both believe in Jesus. And now you can also watch A Jew and A Gentile Discuss on YouTube! Season 2 begins with our co-hosts pulling out some interesting data from the recent Pew Survey about American Jews. They discover some basic statistics that bring up a lot of curious questions. Join them as they talk about: The number of Jewish people in America You’re Jewish, but what religion do you id...2022-02-0131 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS2 EP0 | Season 2 Starts Next Week!A Jew and A Gentile Discuss Podcast Season 2 is right around the corner! Tune-in on Tuesday, February 1st for the first episode of the new season. In the meantime, Ezra and Carly share a sneak preview of what's coming up.2022-01-2601 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP51 | Celebrating One Year – Happy Birthday, A Jew and A Gentile Discuss!Can you believe it’s been a year? Well, almost. September 1 marks the 1-year birthday of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss podcast. In this episode, Carly and Ezra talk about the past year’s podcasts – which included everything from fun holiday foods to Gaza’s attack on Israel to living out your faith as a Jewish person who loves Jesus or a Gentile Christian who loves Israel and the Jewish people. Hear some of their favorite episodes, funny stories, and the things they love best about engaging with you, the listening audience, as they wrap up Season 1...2021-08-1012 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP50 | We’re New Here – Millennial Immigrants to IsraelWith special guests Michael and Vanessa Mistretta What’s it really like to pick up your life and move to Israel? Why would anyone do that? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk with Michael and Vanessa Mistretta about how their very different immigration stories have one thing in common: God calling them. Want a Free Bag of Amazing Coffee? Enter our monthly drawing at www.ajewandagentilediscuss.org, and you could win a free bag of some of the finest Ethiopian coffee in the world from Lo...2021-08-0347 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP49 | Mixed Marriages – Love and Marriage With special guests Aaron and Maria BaerHow do a Jewish boy and a Catholic girl fall in love and get married? And once they do, then what? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk with Aaron and Maria Baer to hear the story of their mixed marriage and how they make it work. Aaron is the president of the Center for Christian Virtue based in Columbus, Ohio, and was a guest early on in J&G’s inaugural season to talk about Jewish Believers in Politics. Maria is a prolific freelance writer, stay-at-home mom and fellow po...2021-07-2732 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP48 | Who is More Important: Jews or Gentiles?All this talk about Jewish people being “God’s Chosen People” – what’s up with this “chosenness” stuff? Does God love the Jewish people more than Gentiles? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly hits Ezra with questions on this very subject, asking what many Christians may be thinking but don’t want to ask outright. Want a Free Bag of Amazing Coffee? Enter our monthly drawing at www.ajewandagentilediscuss.org, and you could win a free bag of some of the finest Ethiopian coffee in the world from Lost Tribes Coffee Co. 2021-07-2035 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP47 | The Difference Between Jewish and Christian WorshipWorship styles – there are a ton of them out there in Christian churches alone, aren’t there? So, what about Jewish worship? What does that look like? What are the differences and similarities between Jewish and Christian worship? And what constitutes worship anyway? These are the things Ezra and Carly address in this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss. They look at the origins and heart of worship and explore the Jewish and Christian perspectives of worshiping God. Want a Free Bag of Amazing Coffee? Enter our monthly drawing at www.ajewandagentilediscuss.org, and...2021-07-1340 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP46 | What it Really Means to Bless IsraelYou’ve probably seen a bumper sticker somewhere saying, “I stand with Israel.” And maybe you’ve even heard something about “blessing” Israel. But, what on Earth do “standing” and “blessing” really mean? This is what Ezra and Carly dig into in this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss. They help lift the fog around these phrases and present a biblical perspective of what it really means to “bless Israel.” Want a Free Bag of Amazing Coffee? Enter our monthly drawing at www.ajewandagentilediscuss.org, and you could win a free bag of some of the finest Ethiop...2021-07-0633 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP45 | Gentile Christians – Where Do They Fit in Messianic JudaismWith Special Guest, Travis Snow So, maybe you’re a Christian and thinking, “I’m not Jewish, so, what does Messianic Judaism have to do with me?” Or you might be wondering just the opposite, “Why am I so drawn to the Jewish people and understanding the Jewishness of the Bible?” Well, today’s guest knows both ends of that spectrum. Travis Snow is not your stereotypical Messianic ministry leader. For one, he’s a Gentile. And two, he’s a millennial, younger than most leaders in the field of Messianic Judaism today. Travis is the founder of Voi...2021-06-2936 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP44 | What’s Happening in Israel?You might have heard about a bunch of crazy chaos going on over in Israel last month. But maybe you don’t really know what it’s about. Well, in May of 2021, Israel and Hamas in Gaza went head to head for 11 intense days. Incessant rocket fire from Gaza and responding airstrikes from Israel exacted a heavy toll on Palestinians and Israelis. Why the sudden flare-up? What started it all? What really happened in those 11 days? What does it even mean, and why should we care? In this episode of A Jew and A Ge...2021-06-2233 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP43 | Shema Israel – Jewish Problems with the TrinityGet ready for an exciting, eye-opening episode! Carly and Ezra talk with Rabbi Troy Wallace, Vice President of Congregation and Leadership Development at Jewish Voice Ministries. They discuss some fascinating expressions of the Trinity found throughout the entire Bible. Troy shares loads of Scriptures, so you’ll want to be sure to look them all up to see how amazing the God of Israel is as He reveals Himself. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, the three discuss: What “the Trinity” means Why the Trinity is a fundamental problem for Jewish people How Je...2021-06-1536 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP42 | Top 5 Jewish Objections to JesusIt’s no secret: Jewish people – most of them anyway – don’t believe Jesus is the Messiah. But what are the fundamental Jewish objections to the idea that Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah promised in the Hebrew Scriptures? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra dig into the Bible to dispel misunderstandings and answer the difficulties Jewish people have with Jesus. They show you that encountering objections from your Jewish friends or family doesn’t have to be the end of the conversation. This episode is loaded with Scripture to help you c...2021-06-0836 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP41 | How to Share Jesus with a Jewish Friend – Awkward but ImportantYeah, it can be uncomfortable. Intimidating? Maybe. Awkward? Probably. But seriously, it’s super important. Like, eternity-important. So, Ezra and Carly are here to help you understand some things that will make talking about Jesus with a Jewish friend easier for you and more meaningful for your friend. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, they talk about: The misconception that Jews don’t need Jesus Where to start when it comes to talking with a Jewish friend about Jesus Sharing the Gospel in the context of the Jewish Bible Words that will like...2021-06-0143 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP39 | Compelled to Dwell – Moving Back to Israel TodayMaybe you’ve heard about it, maybe not. It’s called “aliyah,” and Jewish people from all over the world are doing it. What’s up with that? Immigration is nothing new. Some people shift about the world, permanently making a new country their home. But there’s something unique about immigration to Israel. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra fill you in on the fascinating phenomenon of aliyah, Jewish immigration to Israel. They discuss: What the Hebrew word aliyah means and where the concept came from How aliyah is related to...2021-05-1835 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP38 | Pentecost – Obscure Christian Holiday or Major Jewish Feast? Pentecost? Is that the thing in Acts chapter 2 with the rushing wind, the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues? Well, they’re not going to debate the subject of speaking in tongues, but they are revealing some pretty cool things about how the day of Pentecost – when God gave the Holy Spirit – relates to the Jewish Feast of Shavuot. Whether you’re Jewish or Gentile, there are things in today’s episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss that you probably didn’t know. They cover: What the word Pentecost means Why Pentecost is undercelebrated What Shavuot is and h...2021-05-1127 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP37 | Does the Bible Say the Church Has Replaced Israel?Here we all are, just trying to love God, study the Bible and understand His Word, right? Then – bam – people come up with vastly different interpretations about what it says. Some disagreements may be over small matters. Then others, well, they can have a huge impact on our understanding of really significant things. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra take a look at three key Scriptures that are often taken out of context to support the incorrect idea of Replacement Theology: Matthew 21:43, which says that the kingdom of Heaven will be taken away from t...2021-05-0441 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP36 | Problems with the Church Replacing IsraelOut with the old and in with the new? Some would say so, but in this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra explain the errors and dangers in the notion that the New Testament Church somehow replaces God’s covenant with Israel. In this first of a two-part series, they address: What Replacement Theology is How to recognize it when you hear it Dangers of Replacement Theology The subtle trouble with Pope Francis’ seemingly positive statement toward the Jewish people several years ago Whether or not Christians can dismiss the Old Testament in sole favor of the...2021-04-2740 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP35 | Jewish Things You’re Afraid to Ask AboutYou know you have them – questions about Judaism that you don’t feel comfortable asking your Jewish friends or family. Well, never fear – in this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly goes there for you. Give a listen as she asks Ezra the personal, the awkward and the curious things you want to know about Jewish customs. Ezra and Carly will cover: The kosher diet Circumcision Jewish thoughts about tattoos The Ultra-Orthodox “look” – the beards, the hair, the tassels Along the way This is a fascinating discussion about Jewish things you may have thought seemed odd, or differ...2021-04-2034 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP34 | What Happens When You Die?It’s the question that haunts everyone – or at least it should, right? What happens when you die? Believers in Jesus have a Scripture-given confidence that their eternity is secure. But what about Jewish people? What do they believe about the afterlife? Do Jewish people believe there’s a Heaven in the same way Christians do? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about: Jewish beliefs about the afterlife What Jewish people say to comfort those who have lost a loved one Jewish burial customs Thoughts about Gentile Believers practicing Jewish mourning ritual...2021-04-1341 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP33 | Water Baptism – A Jewish Commandment?Say what? Wait, didn’t baptism start with John the Baptist? Isn’t it a Christian thing? Hang onto your hats, folks – you’re about to discover another surprising element of Christianity that sprang from Jewish roots. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about the Jewish practice of water immersion and how it relates to the New Testament’s concept of baptism. Carly asks Ezra questions to piece together the Old and New Covenant practices, explore what it’s like today and what it means for Messianic Jewish Believers and Ch...2021-04-0627 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP32 | Holy Week from a Jewish PerspectiveIt’s the most important week in Christian history. Jesus’ death and resurrection are the cornerstones of faith in Him. What are the events of Jesus’ final week on Earth, and do they line up with the Hebrew Scriptures? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, you’ll gain a better understanding of Holy Week and its ties to Old Testament Scriptures. Beginning with Jesus’ Triumphal Entry on Palm Sunday and on through the Last Supper, Garden of Gethsemane and Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection, Carly and Ezra examine Holy Week through the Jewish context in which it...2021-03-3050 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP31 | Passover and Easter: Foods ExplainedGet ready for a fun and meaningful episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss because Carly and Ezra are talking about food traditions surrounding Easter and Passover. It’s Part 2 of a three-part series about the two holidays. If you haven’t heard Part 1 yet, be sure to check out “The Difference Between Passover and Easter.” In this episode, they talk main dishes, bread, desserts and, of course, the curious foods that are part of the Passover observance. The conversation centers on: Easter traditions and food memories for both Carly, a Gentile Believer, and Ezra, the son of a Jewish...2021-03-2321 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP30 | The Difference Between Passover and Easter Passover and Easter. They happen around the same time of year. They’re both defining holidays of their respective faiths. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about celebrating the important spring holidays with their families. You’ll hear Carly’s early thoughts about Easter growing up in a Catholic home and Ezra’s memories of both Passover and Easter as a child of a “mixed marriage” having one Jewish and one Christian parent. Carly digs deeper into the Jewish holiday of Passover by asking Ezra to explain more about: What “Pesach” ...2021-03-1633 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP29 | Jewish Customs Uncovered – Your Questions AnsweredEach week, here at A Jew and a Gentile Discuss, we receive emails giving us feedback, suggesting topics and asking questions. And we love it. So, keep ‘em coming. They’ve looked through a bunch of questions and found several semi-related ones for Carly to put to Ezra to answer. Here’s what you’ve asked and what this episode answers: Are the Jewish holidays part of the Mosaic Law, and if so, is it a form of idolatry to observe them? How does a Jewish person explain away Isaiah 53? What is Ezra’s rationale for the statem...2021-03-0932 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP28 | Anti-Semitism Exposed, Why the Hate?Wait, don’t click away. We know. We know. There are a lot of important “isms” out there, and many are in the news these days. So, why should you give this particular one your attention? You might think anti-Semitism isn’t really a problem anymore, post-Holocaust, but hang on a sec. Give a listen, and find out more. You’ll probably hear things you’ve never heard before, plus some powerful insights into how good people can be swayed into unfortunate beliefs. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly asks Ezra: The definition of...2021-03-0242 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP27 | Lost Tribes – Reality or Wishful Thinking? “Lost Tribes of Israel.” Huh? What? What do we mean by “lost”? There are Jewish people all around the world. Who’s lost? How did they get lost, and what exactly does that even mean, “lost”?2021-02-2347 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP26 | Why Purim is Such a PartyWhat do costume parties and Bible reading have in common? What about plays and partying? Dice and triangle-shaped cookies? Why, Purim, of course! See how this crazy combination of elements comes together in one of the most fun and happy holidays of the Jewish year.2021-02-1627 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP25 | Let’s Call it “Ezra’s Story"So, you’ve been listening to him for 24 episodes – or maybe this is your first – and you’re wondering, “Who is this guy, Ezra Benjamin?”…2021-02-0952 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP24 | From “This Isn’t for Me” to Worldwide Ministry: Rabbi Jonathan Bernis’ Faith Story, Part 2In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra conclude their conversation with Jonathan Bernis, President and CEO of Jewish Voice…2021-02-0231 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP23 | From “This Isn’t for Me” to Worldwide Ministry: Rabbi Jonathan Bernis’ Faith Story, Part 1First, he was Jewish. Then he became a Jewish Believer in Jesus. And today, Jonathan Bernis is the President and CEO of Jewish Voice Ministries…2021-01-2652 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP22 | I’m a Christian But I Have a Jewish Background – Now What?You’re a Christian, settled in your faith and the church you attend. But you just discovered something you never realized before – you have a Jewish background. Wait,…2021-01-1939 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP21 | Behind the Scenes of a Messianic Congregation – An Interview with Rabbi Matt RosenbergHe’s funny. He’s unconventional. He’s Rabbi Matt Rosenberg of “Restoration,” a Messianic fellowship in Seattle, Washington, that seeks to unite Jews and Gentiles into one worship community. …2021-01-1250 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP20 | What’s the Difference Between a Messianic Congregation & Church?Rabbi Seth Klayman joins Ezra and Carly as they discuss similarities and differences between a Messianic congregation and a church.2021-01-0535 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP19 | Resolutions – Jewish and Christian StyleAhh, the New Year! A fresh start. A clean slate. Leaving the old behind and stepping out into the open landscape of a new year.…2020-12-2927 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP18 | What is That You’re Eating: Chanukah and Christmas FoodsEzra’s on top of his game with his quick wit in this holiday episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss as he interjects funny…2020-12-2236 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP17 | Christmas and Chanukah: The Questions You’ve Always HadIt’s “the most wonderful time of year,” and both Christians and Jewish people enjoy the winter holiday season. This episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss is informative, personal and oh-so relevant. And we can almost guarantee that you’ll be surprised at some of the things you’ll learn. Carly and Ezra ask each other about their holiday impressions, understandings and traditions growing up and how things changed after coming to faith in Jesus as the Messiah. Then, Carly digs deeper to understand the Jewish holiday of Chanukah and how Jewish people view Christmas, including:2020-12-1535 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP16 | Israel: It’s a People TooThey seem like simple questions. Who is Jewish? Who is Israeli? How many Jewish people are there in the world? Pretty easy to answer, right? Welllll… As Ezra points out the old Jewish saying, “Where you have two Jewish people, you’ll have three opinions,” you see that some answers aren’t as simple as you’d expect. (And that’s what makes this podcast so awesome; we take the time to explain all that stuff in a way you can grasp it!) This episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss is the third of a three-part series unpacking th...2020-12-0836 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP15 | Israel: Promised Land and Political StateIt’s complicated, that’s for sure. But, in Part 2 of their series on Israel – that little word loaded with meaning – Carly and Ezra simplify and make a lot of things clearer as they dive deeper into Israel as both land and state. They tackle some of the controversies, land disputes and obstacles to resolving certain conflicts with the Palestinians in the region. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly asks Ezra to explain: The difference between the phrases “Land of Israel” and “State of Israel” What the West Bank is and the conflict over it Why there’...2020-12-0143 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP14 | Israel: A Little Word Loaded with MeaningHold on a minute. Isn’t Israel a country? What do you mean by “land” and “people”? In this first of a three-part series of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra discuss what the word “Israel” encompasses. Coming from their two different backgrounds, each has their own questions for the other. Ezra asks Carly to explain what “Israel” and “standing with Israel” meant to her as a Gentile Christian before working in Jewish ministry. He also asks what stood in her way of learning more about Israel and what she’s done in recent years to stay informed. Carly asks ...2020-11-2440 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP13 | Was Thanksgiving Originally a Jewish Holiday?Wait, what? Isn’t Thanksgiving about Pilgrims and discovering America? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra chat about Thanksgiving’s historical and national origins and bring out surprising information tying the holiday to Jewish roots. You’ll also hear each of their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and some age-old Yiddish wisdom of Ezra’s grandma. Plus, you’ll learn: Possible passengers on Christopher Columbus’ fleet of ships Pilgrim and Puritan ties to Judaism How the Feast of Sukkot parallels with Thanksgiving Why President Washington declared a national day of Thanksgiving and later, why President Li...2020-11-1725 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP12 | Elections: Now What? The Week After and BeyondThere’s still some dust in the air, with continued counting, lawsuits and concerns of ballot fraud, but it appears the next President of the United States will be Joe Biden. Tune in to this episode of A Jew and a Gentile Discuss to hear Carly and Ezra address: The Jewish response to a Joe Biden win Joe Biden’s immediate agenda Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s responses to outgoing President Donald Trump as well as President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris Topics related to Israel and the Jewish people to pay attention to under a new administr...2020-11-1027 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP11 | Oy Vey, It’s Post-Election DayNo, Carly and Ezra aren’t putting on any political commentator hats for this episode, but they’re here to give you a unique perspective on perhaps the most intense presidential election any of us have ever seen. Listen to them discuss: How did Jews in America vote? Did evangelical Christians vote generally conservative?? Will an undecided US election affect Israel? How will the outcome affect Israel, and how soon will that impact be felt? With anti-Semitism ramping up around the world, will the election results curtail or inflame it? This episode is part two of a three-part series w...2020-11-0529 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP10 | US Elections 2020What is at the top of everyone’s mind in the United States right now (besides the pandemic)? The presidential election, of course! And we wouldn’t want to miss hearing a Jew and a Gentile discuss politics! In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, co-hosts Carly Berna and Ezra Benjamin talk about some of the heated topics within the upcoming elections. They discuss: General voting behavior of Christians and Jews, including the 2016 elections Each candidate’s views on: Israel Anti-Semitism Jerusalem One-state or two-state solutions The important issues that Ezra and Carly consider when voting, inc...2020-10-2741 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP9 | Jewish Believers in PoliticsWhat are the two topics that society says to avoid if you want to have a peaceful dinner with your extended family? Politics and faith. Well, in this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, co-hosts Carly Berna and Ezra Benjamin welcome Aaron Baer to talk about both. Why? Because it’s important stuff, and as Ezra puts it, hey, “we like to discuss!” We value our right to vote, and, if we’re diligent, we perceive it as a serious responsibility. But how many of us are willing to get in the trenches and fight the fight...2020-10-2035 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP8 | Sabbath: To Keep It or Not. That is the Question!The Sabbath: It’s the fourth commandment, but is it relevant today? Is it Saturday, or did it change to Sunday after Jesus’ resurrection? And are Jewish people really forbidden to drive a car and turn on a light switch on the Sabbath? What exactly is the Sabbath, and are we obligated to observe it? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra tackle the subject of Shabbat, the Hebrew word for Sabbath, and reveal their different interpretations of it. They start by explaining the basic concept of the Sabbath, what...2020-10-1349 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP7 | Indigenous Jewish Ministry: Where, Why, HowHow do you take the Gospel to other cultures and countries and then train indigenous leaders to tend their flocks without expecting them to look, think and worship like you do? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, co-hosts Carly Berna and Ezra Benjamin welcome special guest Troy Wallace for some experienced insight into the subject of indigenous Jewish ministry. Troy is Vice President of Congregation and Leadership Development at Jewish Voice Ministries International. And here’s an interesting fact: Troy’s not Jewish. Huh? He plants Messianic Jewish congregations and trains Messianic Jewish leaders, b...2020-10-0644 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP6 | Dinner Under the Stars – The Jewish Feast of Tabernacles – SukkotEver driven by a Jewish friend’s house sometime in the fall, maybe October? If you have, you may have wondered, What’s with that funky structure in their yard with plants thrown on top and fruit hanging from it? And as a Christian, when you see Jewish Believers in Jesus do the same, you might think, Wait, is that in the Bible? Well, as a matter of fact, it is. In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Ezra and Carly talk about the Jewish Feast of Sukkot, or the Feast of Tabernacles, which is the c...2020-09-2938 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP5 | “Die Another Day” – Why Yom Kippur Still MattersNo, they’re not talking about James Bond and how he repeatedly lives through harrowing situations to “die another day.” In this episode of A Jew & A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra talk about the intriguing Jewish mindset on the holiest day of the Jewish year: Yom Kippur or the Day of Atonement. Yom Kippur is a solemn day of denying oneself for the sake of focusing on God. This annual holiday is another day of intentional dying to self. Carly and Ezra are in the middle of a three-part series as they talk about Yom Kippur, the second of...2020-09-2237 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP4 | Shofar So Good – Exploring the Spiritual Benefits of Rosh HashanahLike Christianity, Judaism has special holidays, and we are in the season of three vital Jewish holidays known as the Fall Feasts. In this episode of A Jew & A Gentile Discuss, we get an overview of the holidays on the Jewish calendar, and then Carly and Ezra talk about the first of the Fall Feasts, Rosh Hashanah. This episode is the first of a three-part series covering each of the Fall Feasts. If you’ve ever been curious about Jewish holidays, what they mean and how they’re celebrated, you’re in the right place to find out abo...2020-09-1537 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP1 | Misconceptions Christians have about JewsWhy are we doing this podcast? Partially, it’s because we want to understand and talk about what brings us together. But, it’s also to address the distinctions within the body of Believers we commonly refer to as the Church. Jesus prayed for unity, not uniformity. So, we also want to talk openly about what distinguishes us from one another. We also want to talk about current events, headlines we’re seeing in what really does feel like unprecedented times, and what God’s doing with Israel and the Jewish people around the world. In this...2020-09-0751 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP3 | The Differences Between Messianic Judaism and ChristianityIn this foundational episode, Ezra and Carly discuss Messianic Judaism and Christianity and identify some of the key ways Messianic Judaism differs from Christianity and why. They unpack the topic that some listeners might be wondering about – “Why use different names? Aren’t we all Christians?” – to give a fuller understanding of what Messianic Judaism is and what it isn’t. Using a question and answer format, Ezra and Carly ask each other questions coming from their own perspective and aimed at the other’s background and faith practices. Their discussion includes: Carly defines Christianity Ezra defines Messian...2020-09-0742 min

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP2 | Misconceptions Jews Have About ChristiansA little understanding goes a long way. Christians may be surprised at the meaning that some of their everyday Christian words and symbols can carry for the average Jewish person. In this episode of A Jew & A Gentile Discuss, Ezra grills Carly with some common misconceptions Jewish people have about Christians. Throughout the conversation, they reveal some ways Christians may be unknowingly shutting down or offending a Jewish person. When we – on both sides – seek understanding, we can have meaningful conversations with each other. It’s Carly’s turn to be on the hot seat while Ez...2020-09-0748 min $I\'ve Been Meaning To Listen To That$ I've Been Meaning To Listen To ThatCarly Rae Jepsen: Dedicated Side B (w/ Josh Gondelman)This week on “I’ve Been Meaning To Listen To That”, Andrew & Ezra listen to DEDICATED SIDE B by CARLY RAE JEPSEN with special guest Josh Gondelman! Plus, Andrew, Ezra, and Josh measure the differences between kindness and niceness, discuss positive phrases with negative subtext, and analyze Carly's favorite Star Wars film! Andrew's Pick: Same Ol' Mistakes by Rihanna Ezra's Pick: Rill Rill by Sleigh Bells Josh's Pick: Threat by Charly Bliss Follow Andrew Ambrose Lee on Twitter (@AundrewALee) & Instagram (@AundrewALee) Follow Ezra Blue Ward on Instagram (@ezra.indigo) Follow Josh Gondelman on Twitter (@joshgondelman) & Instagram (@joshgondelman) Listen to "Make my Day...2020-07-221h 20

A Jew and a Gentile DiscussS1 EP0 | A Jew and A Gentile Discuss IntroductionEzra Benjamin and Carly Berna, your hosts of the brand-new A Jew & A Gentile Discuss podcast, introduce themselves and explain what makes this podcast so different. Ezra is the Jewish half of the conversation. He and his family celebrate Jewish holidays, including Chanukah and Passover. After earning a degree in Business and Finance, Ezra worked for a faith-based non-profit in the Chicagoland area. When he volunteered on a Medical Outreach with Jewish Voice Ministries International, Ezra sensed God calling him to make a neglected aspect in the Christian non-profit world a priority in his life: Jewish ministry....2020-06-1907 min

Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaRoom for Just a Little Bit More: A Novella by Beth EhemannPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/284733 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Room for Just a Little Bit More: A Novella Series: #3 of Cranberry Inn Author: Beth Ehemann Narrator: Carly Robins, Will Damron Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 3 hours 59 minutes Release date: March 27, 2017 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: Single mom Kacie Jensen must be dreaming. She’s finally found the love of her life in gorgeous hockey star Brody Murphy, and he’s just asked her to marry him. Still glowing from his romantic marriage proposal, Kacie shares the news with her twin daughters—who are delighted—and begins planning the wedding of a life...2017-03-2703 min

Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaRoom for More by Beth EhemannPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/284557 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Room for More Author: Beth Ehemann Narrator: Carly Robins, Will Damron Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 49 minutes Release date: March 13, 2017 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: Single mom Kacie Jensen’s life completely changed when she met dreamy, easygoing hockey star Brody Murphy and fell into a love affair she’d never imagined possible. Now, it seems like nothing can get in the way of their blossoming relationship—until Kacie’s ex-boyfriend and the father of her twin girls appears after a five-year absence, begging to be let back into their da...2017-03-1303 min

Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaSweet Lake: A Novel by Christine NolfiPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/279118 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Sweet Lake: A Novel Series: #1 of A Sweet Lake Novel Author: Christine Nolfi Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 37 minutes Release date: February 28, 2017 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: Linnie Wayfair knows just how many people are counting on her. But knowing doesn’t make doing any easier. Everyone in Sweet Lake, Ohio, wants her to muster all her business sense and return the Wayfair Inn to its former glory. Her parents hope she’ll forgive her scoun...2017-02-2803 min

Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaA Sister's Place: A Novel by Savannah PagePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/280578 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Sister's Place: A Novel Author: Savannah Page Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 38 minutes Release date: February 14, 2017 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: Sometimes the friend you’ve always needed is the sister you’ve always had. Throughout the years, sisters Gracie and Juliette Bennett have let life’s changes pull them in opposite directions. But when their beloved grandmother Mimi passes away, they’re drawn back together in the most unexpected way. Set to inherit the family home, a charming Craftsman with an overgrown garden and lush fru...2017-02-1403 min

Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaWhile You Were Mine by Ann Howard CreelPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/279264 to listen full audiobooks. Title: While You Were Mine Author: Ann Howard Creel Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 21 minutes Release date: April 1, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: Everything she loved could so easily be lost. The end of World War II should have brought joy to Gwen Mullen. But on V-J Day, her worst fear is realized. As celebrating crowds gather in Times Square, a soldier appears on her doorstep to claim Mary, the baby abandoned to Gwen one year earlier. Suddenly Gwen is on...2016-04-0103 min