Shows
Conversation with the RabbiWhat Does It Mean to Talk About "Jewish Values"?Rabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre discuss "Jewish values" and whether or not that phrase is a meaningful way of talking about Jewish life. Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families inclusive of all races, religions, and cultures since 1972. Visit us online at https://www.evjcc.org The Conversation with the Rabbi podcast is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities, National Endowment for the Humanities, and the federal American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. ...2022-07-1441 min
Conversation with the RabbiExtremism and Ethnic Conflict with Dr. Kamila ValentaRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with political scientist Dr. Kamila Valenta about extremism and ethnic conflict. (Producer's note: This conversation was recorded in March 2021 and discusses national and international affairs in the context of that time.)Dr. Kamila Valenta is a part-time instructor at the Department of Global Studies at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, where she teaches two courses: “Ethnic Conict in a Changing World” and “Extremist Ideologies and the Politics of Terror.” She received her PhD in Political Science with a specialty in International Conict from Emory University in...2022-06-3046 min
Conversation with the RabbiMaimonides and Modernity"A person should not need to choose between their religion and their rationality. The two are not in conflict."In this episode, Rabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre discuss the life and work of Maimonides. Rabbi Beyo explains what he sees as the untapped potential of Maimonides medieval theology and philosophy for helping contemporary Jews to strengthen their connection with Jewish tradition while navigating the modern world.Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families...2022-06-1641 min
Conversation with the RabbiIn and Out of Orthodoxy with Rabbi Ysoscher KatzRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Rabbi Ysoscher Katz about leaving Orthodox communities and navigating the contemporary world.Rabbi Ysoscher Katz is the Chair of the Talmud department at Yeshivat Chovevei Torah and the past Senior Rabbi of the Prospect Heights Shul. He studied at the Satmar, Brisk, and Beit Yosef Navaradok yeshivot. Receiving his smicha shortly after high school, R. Katz has taught Talmud and halakhah at a wide array of institutions. For nine years, he delivered a daily daf yomi shiur- twice a day in Borough Park- attended by many. During the...2022-06-0255 min
Conversation with the RabbiRace, Equity, and Criminal Justice Reform with Glenn E. MartinRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Glenn E. Martin about race and racism, antisemitism, equity, and criminal justice reform in America. For two decades, Glenn E. Martin successfully conceptualized, created and directed a handful of national multi-million dollar organizations in the non-profit sector. Glenn has occupied the important leadership role of "visionary," while developing a strong track record in the more pragmatic aspects of building and running successful organizations, including fundraising, operations, administration and communications. Before launching both GEMrealestate and GEMtrainers, multi-state real estate investment company and a successful non-profit consultancy, respectively...2022-05-1959 min
Conversation with the RabbiDebrief: candid thoughts after our conversation with Glenn E. MartinImmediately after recording the podcast episode with Glenn E. Martin (Ep. 25), Rabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre continue the conversation and let the recorder run as they share some candid thoughts and personal views about racism, sexism, and more. Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families inclusive of all races, religions, and cultures since 1972. Visit us online at https://www.evjcc.org The Conversation with the Rabbi podcast is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities...2022-05-1924 min
Conversation with the RabbiRace and Racism in AmericaIn preparation for an upcoming episode of the podcast, Rabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre have a candid, "behind-the-scenes" conversation about race and racism in America. Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families inclusive of all races, religions, and cultures since 1972. Visit us online at https://www.evjcc.org The Conversation with the Rabbi podcast is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities, National Endowment for the Humanities, and the federal American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act.2022-05-0538 min
Conversation with the RabbiDr. M. Zuhdi Jasser on Muslim ReformRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with M. Zuhdi Jasser, MD, the Founder and President of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy and the author of “A Battle for the Soul of Islam: An American Muslim Patriot’s Fight to Save His Faith.” A first-generation American Muslim, Jasser’s parents fled the oppressive Baath regime of Syria in the mid-1960's for American freedom. A devout Muslim, he and his family have strong ties to the American Muslim community having helped lead mosques in Wisconsin, Arkansas, Virginia and Arizona. In the wake of the 9/11 attacks on the U...2022-04-2149 min
Conversation with the RabbiCarlos Galindo-Elvira on Connecting the Latino and Jewish CommunitiesRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Carlos Galindo-Elvira about community partnerships, overcoming hate, and connections between the Latino and Jewish communities. Carlos Galindo-Elvira is Director of Community Engagement & Partnerships for Chicanos Por La Causa. A longtime civil rights, community and nonprofit leader, Carlos is part of CPLC’s Resource Development team. His duties include corporate and community relations, donor relations, media engagement, advocacy, and policy initiatives. Prior to joining CPLC, Galindo-Elvira served as regional director of a national anti-hate organization bringing attention to the rise of antisemitism and white supremacy in Arizona.Co...2022-04-0732 min
Conversation with the RabbiKarolyn Benger on Orthodoxy, Inclusion, and PrayerRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Karolyn Benger about orthodoxy, inclusion, and prayer. Karolyn Benger is the principal of KB Enterprise, a consulting firm in Phoenix, AZ to nonprofit organizations specializing in social justice. Karolyn is a student at Yeshivah Maharat and was appointed by Phoenix’s Mayor to serve on the Human Relations Commission for the City of Phoenix. She serves on the Jewish Advisory Board for the Phoenix Police Department, the Arizona Interfaith Movement, is a member of the Valley Interfaith Project’s 3rd Monseigneur Ryle Public Policy Faith Leader Institute, a ment...2022-03-2441 min
Conversation with the RabbiIsraeli Innovation with Avi JorischRabbi Michael Beyo talks with Avi Jorisch about Israeli innovators and technology companies that are solving global problems. Avi Jorisch is a seasoned entrepreneur and the author of five books, including Thou Shalt Innovate: How Israeli Ingenuity Repairs the World (2018). A former official in the U.S. Departments of Treasury and Defense, Avi is a senior fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council, a member at the Council on Foreign Relations and the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO). He is also the founder of IMS, a merchant processing company that works with clients nationwide. In the past two de...2021-11-1851 min
Conversation with the RabbiFaith and Reason in the Baha'i Faith with Peggy and David SchlesingerRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Peggy and David Schlesinger about the origins of the Baha'i Faith and its outlook on the past, present, and future of our world. Peggy and David Schlesinger are members of the Baha'i Faith, an independent world religion that began in Iran in 1844 and has spread to well over 200 countries and territories. The Prophet-founder is Baha’u’llah, which means Glory of God in English. Baha'is believe in the Oneness of God, meaning all religions stem from the same God; the Oneness of Religion, in that all religions are diff...2021-11-0453 min
Conversation with the RabbiIs Klezmer Music Really Jewish? Culture and Creativity with Yale StromRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Yale Strom about Jewish music, folklore, and other forms of cultural expression. Yale Strom is a professor at San Diego State University and a violinist, composer, filmmaker, writer, photographer, and playwright. He is a pioneer among revivalists in conducting extensive field research in Central and Eastern Europe and the Balkans among the Jewish and Roma communities. Initially, his work focused on the use and performance of klezmer music among these two groups. Gradually, his focus increased to examining all aspects of their culture from post-World War II to...2021-10-2140 min
Conversation with the RabbiOpera and Theater with David SereroRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with opera singer, actor, producer, director, and author David Serero about depictions of Jewish characters in the arts. Actor and baritone David Serero has received international recognition and critical acclaim from all over the world. At 39 years old, he has already performed more than 2,500 concerts and performances throughout the world, in more than 45 countries. He starred in over 100 films and TV series, recorded over 50 albums and played more than 50 lead and title roles (in several languages) from the opera, theatre, and musicals repertoire. In New York, he starred Off-Broadway as...2021-10-0740 min
Conversation with the RabbiMusic and Mysticism with Jason Caplan of the Universal Language RoomRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Jason Caplan about his spiritual journey through Torah and music, his creation of the Universal Language Room, and the writings of Rabbi Abulafia. Jason Caplan is an entrepreneur, musician, and founder of The Bridge Institute and Beit Abulafia. He has devoted his life to interpersonal communication and bridge building through improvisational music. In 2004 Jason began to create and implement The Universal Language Room, a musical experience that guides participants to exchange ideas and communicate through melody and rhythm. No music background is required. Facilitators show individuals how to...2021-09-2345 min
Conversation with the RabbiSustaining the Phoenix Jewish Community Through Covid-19 and BeyondRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Richard Kasper of the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix and Marty Haberer of the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix about philanthropy, fundraising, and nonprofit leadership in the Jewish community. (Producer's note: This conversation was recorded in December 2020 and discusses Covid-19 in the context of that time.) Topics discussed in this episode include: effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on local Jewish people and organizations changing demographics for the Jewish community changing patterns in charitable giving and how we respond how nonprofit and philanthropic organization can...2021-09-0950 min
Conversation with the RabbiFeminism and Orthodox Judaism with Daphne Lazar Price of the Jewish Orthodox Feminist AllianceRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Daphne Lazar Price about her commitment to feminism, Orthodox Judaism, and justice.Daphne Lazar Price is Executive Director of the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance. JOFA advocates for expanding women's rights and opportunities within the framework of halakha, to build a vibrant and equitable Orthodox community. Daphne stepped into the role of Executive Director after years of experience in the Jewish non-profit world. She has partnered extensively with lay leaders and professionals. Daphne worked at the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (RAC), where she was the Development Director...2021-08-1944 min
Conversation with the RabbiArizona Interfaith Movement with Rev. Larry FultzRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Rev. Larry Fultz about interfaith dialogue, the Golden Rule, and the rise of the "nones." Rev. Larry Fultz is Executive Director of the Arizona Interfaith Movement, an organization comprised of over 22 different faith communities who have joined together in order to build bridges of understanding, respect and support among diverse people of faith through education, dialogue, service and implementation of the Golden Rule. The Arizona Interfaith Movement has been in existence since 1965 and been instrumental in making Arizona the first Golden Rule State in the nation. In addition, 13...2021-07-2944 min
Conversation with the RabbiMedical Ethics and The Role of Religion with Gary A. Smith, MDRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Dr. Gary Smith about medical ethics, religion, and living together in community with people who have different values. (Producer's note: This conversation was recorded in November 2020 and discusses Covid-19 vaccine research and other topics in the context of that time.) Gary A. Smith, MD is Mission President of the California San Jose Mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For additional information about Dr. Smith's community and the California San Jose Mission, see "How Missionaries Are Comforting Californians During COVID-19" (March 4, 2021). ...2021-07-0842 min
Conversation with the RabbiArizona State Senator Paul Boyer on Politics and Public ServiceRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Arizona State Senator Paul Boyer about politics and public service in an era of polemics and hyper-partisanship. (Producer's note: This conversation was recorded on June 9, 2021 and mentions legislative issues that may have evolved since that time.)State Senator Paul Boyer has served in the Arizona Legislature since 2013, first in the House of Representatives and now in his second term in the State Senate. Senator Boyer is a junior high school teacher and represents Arizona's 20th legislative district, which includes much of Glendale and North Phoenix. He...2021-06-2427 min
Conversation with the RabbiOur Personal Journeys, Part 2In this second episode of a two-part sequence, Rabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre continue to share about their religious and cultural backgrounds and some of the key moments that changed their respective opinions and points of view. Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families inclusive of all races, religions, and cultures since 1972. Visit us online at https://www.evjcc.org The Conversation with the Rabbi podcast is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities, National...2021-06-0351 min
Conversation with the RabbiOur Personal Journeys, Part 1In this episode, Rabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk openly about their religious and cultural backgrounds, their families, and their individual journeys through (and beyond) the belief systems they inherited from their respective communities. Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families inclusive of all races, religions, and cultures since 1972. Visit us online at https://www.evjcc.org The Conversation with the Rabbi podcast is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities, National Endowment for the...2021-05-2031 min
Conversation with the RabbiReligion and Politics in America with Dr. Matthew Gunning of Georgia Gwinnett CollegeRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Dr. Matthew Gunning about religion and politics in America. We dig into topics such as: Patterns in how religious affiliation impacts voting in US politics What the increase in "religiously unaffiliated" means What the Trump presidency revealed about differences between religious conservative groups (e.g., Mormons and White evangelicals) Voters who adopt conservative issue positions but vote for Democratic candidates And more ... Dr. Matthew Gunning is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Georgia Gwinnett College. He has taught courses on Congress, the presidency, political parties, Georgia gover...2021-05-1348 min
Conversation with the RabbiConfronting Martin Luther's Antisemitism with Pastor Dan Hoeger of All Saints Lutheran ChurchRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Pastor Dan Hoeger about leading a diverse congregation, Lutheran theology, and how to deal with the problematic legacy of Martin Luther's antisemitism. Dan Hoeger is the senior pastor of All Saints Lutheran Church in north Phoenix. He has been a pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America since 1989. Prior to that he was a lay missionary teaching ESL in Japan for 3 years. Pastor Dan has served congregations in Michigan, Colorado, Illinois, California and for the last 4 years in Phoenix, Arizona. His wife, Yumiko, is a Family Medicine...2021-05-0640 min
Conversation with the RabbiCaring and Caregiving through Covid-19: Kitra Cahana with Artists 4 Long-Term CareRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Kitra Cahana of Artists 4 Long-Term Care about the devastating impact of Covid-19 on long-term care homes and the role of visual art and poetry in responding to crisis. The statistic is shocking: only 1 percent of Canadians live in a retirement or long-term care home, yet 69 percent of Covid-19 fatalities in Canada have occurred in these facilities. Kitra Cahana is an award-winning photojournalist and the daughter of Rabbi Ronnie Cahana, who has lived in a long-term care home in Montreal since he experienced a massive brain stem...2021-04-2949 min
Conversation with the Rabbi"How Do We Seek Out Truth?" with Craig Cardon, President of the Queen Creek Arizona West Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Craig Cardon, President of the Queen Creek Arizona West Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, about faith, trust, and seeking the truth. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a worldwide faith of over 16 million members, with over 30,000 congregations in more than 160 countries and territories. Each of these congregations is led by non-paid leaders selected from the congregation who serve on a limited-time, volunteer basis. The Church provides gospel resources and programs in over 110 languages. It also operates several universities; a religious...2021-04-2240 min
Conversation with the RabbiStrengthening Jewish Communities with Doron Krakow, JCC Association of North AmericaRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Doron Krakow about the past, present, and future of the JCC Movement and the work of JCC Association of North America. Doron Krakow is president and CEO of JCC Association of North America, the largest platform of Jewish engagement on the continent. JCC Association partners with JCCs (Jewish Community Centers and Jewish Community Camps), advancing and enriching North American Jewish life. 1.5 million people walking through the doors of JCCs each week, and the JCC Movement includes approximately 53,000 staff members—12,000 full-time skilled professionals, 24,000 part-time staff, and 17,000 seasonal summer staff. ...2021-04-1544 min
Conversation with the RabbiAuschwitz Virtual Tours with Jerzy Wójcik of the Holocaust Memorial PartnershipRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Jerzy Wójcik of the Holocaust Memorial Partnership about the Auschwitz Virtual Tour & Seminar he created to share with online visitors from around the world. Jerzy Wójcik was born in the town of Oświęcim (Auschwitz), Poland. He works as a guide and educator at Auschwitz-Birkenau and runs the Holocaust Memorial Partnership. Jerzy is a graduate of International Relations at the Faculty of Political and International Studies, and of postgraduate studies on the Middle and Far East at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. In 2010, he was awar...2021-04-0846 min
Conversation with the RabbiJewish-Muslim Relations with Azra Hussain of the Islamic Speakers Bureau of ArizonaRabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Azra Hussain about the essence of Islam, what Muslims and Jews have in common, and the importance of educating our own communities. Azra Hussain is the President and co-Founder of the Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona (ISBA), an organization that just celebrated its 21st anniversary. She is also one of the founders of the Scottsdale mosque, and she has spent the past 28 years educating about Islam and Muslims. Azra trains speakers, plans and facilitates educational and creative interfaith events for ISBA. As a speaker, she presents...2021-04-0142 min
Conversation with the RabbiWelcome to the ConversationIn this inaugural episode, Rabbi Michael Beyo talks with co-host Dr. Adrian McIntyre about what you can expect from the new Conversation with the Rabbi podcast. Rabbi Beyo also talks about his role as CEO of the East Valley JCC in Chandler, Arizona and hints at some of the twists and turns in his personal journey -- which we will explore more fully in future episodes. Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families inclusive of all races...2021-03-2519 min