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Against the GrainThe UNTOLD story of Martin Sedra – Why he chose ministry OVER everything. Against the Grain - Ep 12In this episode of Against the Grain, Nathaniel Buzolic (aka Nate Buzz) sits down with Martin Sedra, pastor of Echo Church and twin brother to previous guest Andrew Sedra, though, as you’ll quickly see, Martin brings a message and story all his own.
Martin opens up about his path into ministry and what it really takes to lead a church that’s not afraid to go against the grain of cultural expectations. With humor, he reflects on the challenges and rewards of being a pastor in today’s world and how God used unexpe...2025-05-201h 10
Against the GrainWe need the BIBLE now more than ever - Millicent Sedra. Against the Grain - Ep 11In this episode of Against the Grain, Nathaniel Buzolic (aka Nate Buzz) sits down with Millicent Sedra, from Echo Church, whose biblical conviction and unapologetic sermons are stirring conversations around the globe.
Millicent shares her journey from growing up in a progressive church environment to discovering a firm foundation in scripture and stepping into her calling. She opens up about wrestling with identity, biblical womanhood, and what it means to truly submit to God’s will in an age of confusion and cultural pressure.
One of the most striking parts of Millicent’s story involves her controversial yet courageous serm...2025-05-061h 02
Against the GrainCAPTURED by ISIS: Sameer’s Story of Survival, Trauma, and Unshakable Hope. Against the Grain - Ep 10In this unforgettable episode of Against the Grain, Nathaniel Buzolic (aka Nate Buzz) sits down with Sameer, a Yazidi survivor with one of the most powerful testimonies ever shared on the show.Sameer opens up about growing up as a Yazidi boy in northern Iraq—a life marked by hardship, limited freedom, and persecution. At a young age, he was forced to take on the responsibilities of adulthood, shepherding in harsh conditions and living under the shadow of being part of a misunderstood and heavily oppressed religious minority.But th...2025-04-081h 03
Against the GrainNever again is now. Christians MUST stand up – Mark Leach. Against the Grain - Ep 9In this episode of Against the Grain, Nathaniel Buzolic (aka Nate Buzz) sits down with Mark Leach, an Anglican pastor and founder of Never Again Is Now, to discuss his incredible journey of faith, survival, and bold evangelism. Mark shares his gripping life story, from growing up in a dangerous and unstable environment in Africa to witnessing intense persecution and violence. Raised in a family with deep Jewish and Catholic roots, he recounts his struggles with faith, his mother’s powerful vision of Jesus, and the moment he surrendered his life to Christ. ...2025-03-111h 27
Good Faith EffortStephen Tobolowsky - From the Bible to Groundhog Day Ep. 105On today’s episode, Ari spoke with the greatest character actor in the history of Hollywood, the legendary Stephen Tobolowsky, about his lifelong journey to understand the Hebrew Bible.Along the way they talked about growing up around members of the Nazi Party; Stephen’s love of Shakespeare; being comfortable with weirdness; Stephen getting held at gunpoint during a hostage situation; Deuteronomy and the Shema prayer; thinking about death; why Ned Ryerson is the most Jewish character in the history of American film; and much more!Good Faith Effort is a production of Bnai Zion and...2023-09-051h 04
Good Faith EffortAlastair Roberts - How To Read The Bible Ep. 93How should you read the Bible? Is the Bible just a collection of nice stories mixed in with a bunch of motivational poster one-liners? What’s the best way to plumb the artistic depths of this unparalleled literary and spiritual masterpiece?On this episode, Ari unpacked all of this with renowned podcaster and Biblical scholar Alastair Roberts. Over the course of this exciting, frenetic conversation, they talked about the Bible in the history and culture of England; why Alastair, a Protestant scholar, is a fan of Jewish Biblical commentator Rabbi David Fohrman; th...2023-01-171h 16
Good Faith EffortJordan B. Gorfinkel - DC Comics and the Bible Ep. 92One of the great differences between Athens and Jerusalem is that while Athens was the early master of philosophical inquiry, Jerusalem became the early master of storytelling. The Bible is the source for the greatest stories ever told—what Rabbi Sacks call “philosophy in the narrative mode”. And at least in terms of scale, perhaps the greatest storytelling civilization after ancient Israel is America since the invention of modern media. And, of course, it’s no accident that one of the most profound influences on American society is actually the texts, values and ideas of ancient Israel.2022-12-271h 11
Good Faith EffortJonathan Bi - What’s The Problem With Paganism? Ep.91Why do celebrity advertisements work? Why do wars happen? What makes the story of Cain and Abel so compelling?What if I told you the answer to all of those questions was…the same?Enter Rene Girard, an atheist-turned-Catholic philosophical anthropologist who was also deeply influential on some of the people who have most shaped our world today—from the biggest tech founders, entrepreneurs and investors. In this episode, Ari unpacked Girard’s thought with Jonathan Bi, master teacher and creator of the popular and accessible YouTube series on Girard...2022-12-201h 28
Good Faith EffortDaniel Dreisbach - The American Founders’ Political Theology Ep. 90How did the American Founders read the Bible? What wisdom did they find there? How did their literary sensibilities interact with their political ones in reading the Bible? And how does this history stay with us today?To unpack all this, Ari spoke with Professor at the American University in Washington D.C., and author of “Reading The Bible With The Founding Fathers”, Daniel Dreisbach. They talked the Book of Deuteronomy in the Founding Era; political order in the Bible; the Bible on the fate of nations; television as a modern American lingua franca; the...2022-12-1345 min
Good Faith EffortBrian Ogren - Kabbalah and the American Founding Ep. 89The Renaissance, the Enlightenment, the Scientific Revolution…this was when we finally kicked religion out of public life, right?In fact, it was precisely in these moments that Western thinkers were most expansive and ambitious in their curiosity about religion—its texts, ideas, and practical implications. This was famously true in the case of the Bible, the greater focus on which prompted the revival of Hebrew study throughout Europe. But it was also true of the study of Jewish mysticism, which drew the fascination of some of the most famous thinkers of the Renaissance and...2022-12-0649 min
Good Faith EffortDavid Fohrman - How To Read The Bible Closely Ep. 88The Bible is the most important work in the history of literature, so it seems like a pretty important priority should be to figure out how to read it well! What strategies can your average person use to uncover the Biblical text’s meaning? Which commentaries are most important to consult? Are there new insights we can, perhaps, discover on our own? If so, how?To unpack all this, Ari spoke with the founder of Aleph Beta, the legendary Biblical interpreter and teacher Rabbi David Fohrman. In a wide-ranging conversation they discussed how to br...2022-11-301h 13
Good Faith EffortJennifer Frey - Literature In Light Of Faith Ep. 87Why are stories important? What exactly makes them so powerful? How should great stories—whether you encounter them in literature, poetry, painting, the cinema—help human beings cultivate the good life? And can great stories, as such, really be an important part of the religious experience?To unpack this, Ari spoke with Jennifer Frey, host of the extremely popular literature, philosophy, and theology podcast “Sacred And Profane Love”, and professor of philosophy at the University of South Carolina. They talked about the countercultural act of choosing religion in a secular age; Thomas Aquinas; sidekicks from the...2022-11-221h 10
Good Faith EffortBruce Feiler - American Moses Ep. 86Who’s the most influential figure in American political history? Washington? Lincoln? Martin Luther King? The answer, for any student of American history, should be clear: it’s Moses.But how does this influence pan out? And how do Moses, and other Biblical figures, help us tell our own stories…even today?To unpack all of this, Ari spoke with bestselling author and New York Times columnist Bruce Feiler, author of “America’s Prophet: Moses and the American Story”. They talked about the Age of Exploration; Moses as lawgiver vs. Moses as liberator; Lincoln’s Second Inaugur...2022-11-1551 min
Good Faith EffortRobert Alter - The Art of Biblical Podcasting Ep. 86The Bible is the most important and influential work ever. And nothing has been more influential on the development of the English language over the last 500 years than the translation of the Bible into English. And whether from literary, political-institutional, cultural or religious perspectives, the Bible has been deeply formative in shaping the West as we know it.So how should we engage with this text? Some say we should heed its commands; others that we should try to understand it in the context of ancient history; still others say we should examine how...2022-11-081h 03
Good Faith EffortWalter Russell Mead - The Middle East and the American Story Ep. 85Why does American policy in the Middle East look the way it does? Has it always been this way? How is it intertwined with religious life and literacy in America? And how does the Jewish story—from the Bible to today—help us understand something important about the American story?To unpack all of this, Ari spoke to Walter Russel Mead—Global View columnist at the Wall Street Journal, Professor of Foreign Affairs at Bard College, and author of the fantastic new book “The Arc Of A Covenant: The United States, Israel, and the Fate of the Jewish P...2022-10-2556 min
Good Faith EffortYair Rosenberg - Art and Antisemitism and Back Again Ep. 84The Atlantic’s Yair Rosenberg is one of the most prominent journalists on the planet covering global antisemitism. He’s also an excellent recording artist in the Jewish music space.How do these two things fit together?As Ari and Yair discuss together, this mix is deeply emblematic of the current moment in Jewish, American, and even world history -- both fraught with existential danger and brimming with creative and moral possibility. On the latest episode of Good Faith Effort, they unpack what this means together, discussing everything from Jewish historian Salo Baron; the Biblical Hebr...2022-10-0358 min
Thirty-SixChana MasonThis week, Justin sits down with author and life coach Chana Mason to hear how an armed home invasion as a child led her to Israel as well as to seek a larger purpose in her life.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-09-1629 min
Thirty-SixEli BeerThis week, Justin sits down with United Hatzalah’s CEO and Founder, Eli Beer, for a conversation about how close he came to death in March 2020 and how this experience illuminates the urgency behind his work at the helm of one of the most impactful organizations in Israel.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-09-0734 min
Good Faith EffortMatthew L. Anderson - How To Do Public Theology Ep. 83The American experiment—even the future of liberalism—feels exhausted. What’s a theologian to do about this? How can serious thinking about religion contribute uniquely to a flourishing political and moral discourse? How can it be done with both a sense of conviction, but also a spirit of humility?To unpack this, Rabbi Ari spoke to his good friend, fellow podcaster and professor of theology at Baylor University, Matthew L. Anderson. They talked: how to do public theology; is there an evangelical intellectual tradition?; religion and digital media; what you learn as a preacher’s kid (or grand...2022-09-0659 min
Good Faith EffortChaya Sara Oppenheim - Spend More Time In Cemeteries! Ep. 82“What’s the biggest problem with America these days?” Imagine if someone answered that question by saying that Americans don’t spend nearly enough time in…cemeteries?Well, on this episode of Good Faith Effort, it’s precisely that thesis that we try to defend! Rabbi Ari had on brilliant up-and-coming writer Chaya Sara Oppenheim to discuss the ‘cemetery culture’ that has grown up around the town of Monsey, New York, just 45 minutes north of Manhattan.Along the way they discuss why dead people are more important than you think; how praye...2022-08-3037 min
Thirty-SixMajor General Res. Amos YadlinThis week, Justin welcomes famed Israeli Major General Amos Yadlin into his apartment for a conversation about the past and future of The State of Israel.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-08-2434 minGood Faith EffortDavid Price - How the Renaissance Discovered Hebrew Ep. 81One of the climactic moments of the Renaissance was the European rediscovery of the Hebrew language. Knowledge of Hebrew—and intensive study of both the Hebrew Bible and Jewish rabbinic literature—would sweep across Europe, and end up fundamentally reshaping everything from personal spirituality to the nature and structure of politics in the West.And yet, at the very same time all of this was underway, a plot was hatched to completely eradicate Judaism forever in the Holy Roman Empire—a plot that, had it succeeded, could have swept across the rest of Europe as wel...2022-08-231h 02
Good Faith EffortDavid Perell - Information Superabundance Ep. 80How do we navigate in an age where our access to information is limitless? How do we read better? How do we write well? How do we seek out valuable new things? And why is it also more important than ever to hold on to—or discover!—the virtues of ancient wisdom?To unpack all of this, Rabbi Ari spoke with David Perell—one of the most prolific writers, teachers and podcasters in the world of new media; host of the North Star podcast; author of the “Friday Finds” and “Monday Musings” newsletters; and teacher of the legendary mast...2022-08-1651 min
Thirty-SixYosef AbramsonThis week, Justin welcomes Yosef Abramson, and his guitar, into his apartment to hear about Yosef’s journey as a soldier in the IDF.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands. Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-08-0427 min
Good Faith EffortWarryn Campbell - From The Grammys To The Book Of Exodus Ep. 79If you want to tell the story of popular music globally in the last century, you really can’t do it without telling the story of American pop music. And if you want to tell the story of AMERICAN pop music, well, that story begins and ends with the Black American community: jazz, the blues, gospel music, rock n’ roll, R&B, and hip-hop. And if you want to tell the story of that community, you also need to understand the Bible—the Exodus, the prophets, and beyond.But who could possibly tell this entire story from start...2022-08-0246 min
Good Faith EffortKel Mitchell - When Moses Went To Hollywood Ep. 78Say you’re one of the biggest stars in the world. You’re making hit TV shows and huge movies. You’re influencing millions upon millions of people. And you’re a kid.How do you deal with the challenges, and how might you seize the opportunities? Is it possible to be deeply mission-driven in such a world?This week, Rabbi Ari spoke with Kel Mitchell, the two-time Emmy-nominated actor and comedian who starred in massive shows like Kenan and Kel and All That, and hit films like Good Burger. And who now, in addition...2022-07-2646 min
Thirty-SixOlympian Yael AradThis week, Justin sits down with Yael Arad, the first ever Israeli to win an Olympic medal for a conversation about purpose, perseverance, and being more than an Olympic medalist.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-07-2329 min
Good Faith EffortDru Johnson - Hebrew vs. Greek Ep. 77Human equality. Justice for all. Political liberty. Hope in the face of despair. We take all of these for granted as essential components of a good life and virtuous society. But where do they come from? Will you find them in Plato and Aristotle? In Cicero or Plotinus? What if we can’t?On this week’s episode, Rabbi Ari sat down with Dru Johnson, Professor of Biblical Studies and Director of the Center for Hebraic Thought at the King’s College, to talk about why the world we live in is incomprehensible without the He...2022-07-1238 min
Thirty-SixMichal Cotler-WunshThis week Justin continues his journey and sits down with former Knesset Member Michal Cotler-Wunsh for a conversation about politics, ideology and her journey to the Knesset.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-07-0837 min
Good Faith EffortHerman Shelanski - Military Service Ep. 76When we think of the Biblical story, we usually think of a beleaguered population of former slaves fleeing for their lives into a desert. But if you read the Bible’s account of the Israelite story, you’ll see that they’re consistently called upon to take up arms in their own defense. What insight could we gain from interpreting the Bible from a military perspective?On this week’s episode, Rabbi Ari talked unpacked all this with the 40th Inspector General of the entire U.S. Navy—and highest ranking Jew on the Seas—former Vice Admiral Herm...2022-07-0541 min
Good Faith EffortJonathan Sarna - Lincoln and the Bible Ep. 75The emperors of Rome traditionally promoted themselves as deities—as human beings who had ascended to godhood by virtue of their political might. In America, of course, we do not have god-kings, nor do we deify the great leaders of our past. But if there were any political figure in American history about whom it could be said that he had achieved some sort of genuine transcendence beyond the usual political acclaim, it would be Abraham Lincoln.So what made Lincoln great? What were his flaws and triumphs? What does the success of the Li...2022-06-2851 min
Thirty-SixDoron AlmogHappy summer and welcome back to the second half of Justin's journey to find the thirty-six people on whose good deeds our world stands.Justin kicks us off by welcoming Doron Almog, one of Israel’s most respected retired IDF Generals, into his apartment for a conversation about memory, responsibility and service.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you enjoyed the show, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com....2022-06-2343 min
Good Faith EffortOfir Haivry - How The Talmud Saved The West Ep. 73John Selden. A name most people today have never heard. But at one of the most crucial political turning points in the history of the West —17th century England — he was widely known as the most brilliant man in Europe, England’s most accomplished lawyer, and a leading Member of Parliament so respected that both sides of the English Civil War desperately sought to recruit him to their side. His ideas were deeply influential on the future of Western liberty, and to this day remain the best alternative to the secular materialism of thinkers like Thomas Hobbes.He was...2022-06-1457 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackRabbi Tovia SingerIn the Season 2 finale of The Deal, Nissim speaks with Rabbi Tovia Singer about the important work he does at Outreach Judaism and so much more!The Deal with Nissim Black is a production of SoulShop.2022-05-261h 10
Good Faith EffortMatthew Potter - Prayer Entrepreneur Ep. 72What will it take to build a dynamic future for our society? We talk a lot about infrastructure, manufacturing, supply chains, defense, biotech. But what about restoring a sense of mission, purpose, community and shared values? A truly bright future needs a new Great Awakening—it needs faith.But how do we build that in the world of digital media and tech?To unpack all this, Rabbi Ari brought on Matthew Potter, co-founder of Pray.com, the #1 daily prayer app on the entire planet. They spoke about building out of tragedy; what differentiates faith from ot...2022-05-2441 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackJack LangerThis week, Nissim sits down with the host of the brand new podcast Inspiration for the Nation and founder of Living Lechaim, Jack Langer to discuss his goals for his new podcast, the importance of creating content for the Jewish community, and his approach to responding to negative comments about his work.The Deal with Nissim Black is a production of SoulShop.2022-05-1248 min
Good Faith EffortAdeena Sussman - Learning Through Eating Ep. 70We often think of religion as this thing you learn about through texts. Through studying in a seminary. Through quiet contemplation. But as far as the Bible is concerned, religion is so much more than that! It’s embodied, it’s traditional, it reaches every single nook and cranny of our lives. And it’s deeply sensory. It’s about sights, sounds…even smells and tastes!So what can we learn about religion, about culture—about life—from the world of food? To unpack this, Rabbi Ari spoke with celebrity food writer and influencer Adeena Sussman...2022-05-0442 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackColeman HughesThis week, Nissim sits down with musician, writer, and podcasts host Coleman Hughes to discuss his new song Blasphemy, meditation, testifying in front of congress, being an atheist, and so much more!The Deal with Nissim Black is a production of SoulShop.2022-04-2736 min
Good Faith EffortTara Leigh Cobble - Podcasting About The Bible Ep. 69What does it take to produce one of the most popular podcasts in the world? Especially when it's about the Bible? Rabbi Ari spoke to Tara Leigh Cobble, host of The Bible Recap podcast, about the importance of daily study; the most underrated characters in the Book of Judges; the Bible's political wisdom; the importance of experiencing the Bible in Hebrew (even for those who don't speak or read it!); what doing her podcast has taught her about pedagogy and setting goals; and much more!Good Faith Effort is a production of Bnai Zion and SoulShop.
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Good Faith EffortMariam Wahba and Adela Cojab - Daughters of Diaspora Ep. 68An Orthodox Jewish rabbi, a Coptic Christian from Egypt, and a Syrian-Lebanese Jew from Mexico City walk into a bar… On this episode Ari talks to the hosts of his new favorite podcast “American-ish”, a show bringing together first-generation immigrant women from two very different (yet strikingly similar!) Middle Eastern communities to discuss culture, love, religion, politics…and everything in between.In a wide-ranging conversation, Ari, Adela, and Mariam cover what Middle Eastern culture has to teach America; what Adela and Mariam have been most surprised to learn about each other; how their appreciation for each other’s communit...2022-04-0543 minThirty-SixSEASON FINALE: Rabbi Shalom SharonIn the season finale of Thirty-Six, Justin sits down with Rabbi Shalom Sharon, Israel’s first ordained Ethiopian Rabbi for a conversation about his journey to Jerusalem.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you enjoyed the show, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thank you for joining us on season 1 of Thirty-Six and we look forward to sharing more inspiring stories and conversations with you this summer on season 2....2022-03-3153 minThirty-SixOfer GutmanThis week, Justin sits down with Masa Israel Journey CEO, Ofer Gutman, for a conversation about how one of the world’s premier Israel experience organizations transformed the challenge of COVID into a triumph. On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-03-2429 min
Jane and JesusGrowing Up is Hard: Elizabeth Bennet (feat. William Deresiewicz)On the season finale of Jane and Jesus, Karen is joined by William Deresiewicz to discuss what Elizabeth Bennet can show us about growing up, thinking for yourself, pursuing morality, and choosing to love. Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here!Jane and Jesus is a production of SoulShop.2022-03-2131 minThirty-SixYehuda GlickThis week, Justin speaks with Yehuda Glick, a former Member of the Israeli Knesset who survived an assassination attempt, for a conversation about life’s second chances.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-03-1728 minJane and JesusLife's Not Fair: Lydia Bennet (feat. Professor Devoney Looser)This week, Karen sits down with Professor Devoney Looser to discuss Jane Austen’s revolutionary portrayal of Lydia Bennet, forgiveness, and what Austin’s novels teach us about how to live a meaningful life in a world that's often deeply unfair. Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here!Jane and Jesus is a production of SoulShop.2022-03-1425 minThirty-SixJosh Drill and Yuval PerryThis week, Justin sits down with Josh Drill and Yuval Perry, two former lone soldiers to discuss their advocacy on behalf of thousands of other lone soldiers they'll never meet.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-03-1024 minJane and JesusWhat is Real Life? A Mary Bennet Story (feat. Nunzio Gubitosa)This week, Karen sits down with Psychoanalyst Nunzio Gubitosa to discuss Mary Bennet, identity, and how book learning is only as good as it applies to real life.Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here!Jane and Jesus is a production of SoulShop.2022-03-0730 minThirty-SixMichal BelsbergThis week, Justin sits down with Michal Belsberg to discuss her family's organization, One Family, a nonprofit organization in Israel that helps survivors of violence regain purpose, community, and hope.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-03-0325 min
All Strings AttachedThe Celebrity's PastorOn the season finale of All Strings Attached, Angela is joined by Churchome Pastor Chelsea Smith to discuss Churchhome’s mission, raising kids in a digital age, and relationship advice to young couples. All Strings Attached is a production of SoulShop.2022-03-0234 minJane and JesusPride or Penitence? Mr. Darcy’s Dilemma (feat. Rabbi Ari Lamm)This week, Karen is joined by Rabbi Ari Lamm to discuss Pride and Prejudice’s Mr. Darcy and what he can teach us about repentance, being born again, baptism, and, of course, marriage.Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here by March 1st to get access to our exclusive Q&A event, Coffee with Karen! Jane and Jesus is a production of SoulShop.2022-02-2833 minThirty-SixMike GuzofskyThis week, Justin sits down with Mike Guzofsky, founder of the Israel Dog Unit, a special civilian-run search and rescue team dedicated to helping find lost and troubled Israelis.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-02-2432 min
Good Faith EffortJordan Calhoun - Pop Culture in the Black and Jewish Experience Ep. 64Did you ever grow up watching a show as a kid and think “Oh yeah, I identify with THAT character”... even if that character seemed to have nothing to do with you at all? In his gorgeous new book “Piccolo Is Black,” Jordan Calhoun of The Atlantic tackles the joys, challenges, and ultimately the depth of meaning in the pop culture we all loved as kids, and continue to love as adults.Along the way, Rabbi Ari and Jordan discuss their favorite shows from the 80s and 90s; cultural confidence in minority communities; why animatio...2022-02-2238 minThirty-SixUri RozenThis week, Justin is joined by medical resident and activist Uri Rozen to discuss life as a medical resident during the pandemic, fighting against 26-hour shifts, the Israeli government, and so much more.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-02-1726 min
All Strings AttachedThe Relationship GuruRelationship Guru Dr. Christine Bacon joins Angela to discuss how her own marriage influences her work, the S.A.C.R.E.D. formula, and how you and your partner can become a "Super Couple."All Strings Attached is a production of SoulShop.2022-02-1638 minGood Faith EffortRabbi Scott Kahn - What Is Orthodox Judaism and Why Should You Care? Ep. 63One of the most common questions by far that I get from listeners to this podcast is: “I know you’re an Orthodox Jew, and you mention it a lot on the pod, but…what does that actually mean?”In this episode, I brought on fellow Orthodox Jewish podcaster Rabbi Scott Kahn to unpack this. Along the way we talked about our go-to explanations for people who aren’t Jewish about what Orthodox Judaism is; the challenge of feeling excitement during prayer; why Orthodox Jews seem to spend so much time engaged in ritual after ritual; what’s more interesting...2022-02-1549 minJane and JesusTruth, Goodness, and Jane Bennet (feat. Dr. Anika Prather)Professor of Classics at Howard University, Dr. Anika Prather joins Karen to discuss the eldest daughter of the Bennet family, classical literature, and how one balances being a person of grace and beauty, while also being a person who stands for what's right, true, and just. Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here by March 1st to get access to our exclusive Q&A event, Coffee with Karen! Jane and Jesus is a SoulShop Original.2022-02-1430 min
Thirty-SixNissim BlackThis week, Justin sits down with recording artist and podcast host Nissim Black to discuss his unique upbringing, the impact Christianity had on him, and how he found his way home to Judaism.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-02-1039 min
Good Faith EffortRabbi Noa Kushner - Building Community in Silicon Valley Ep.62If you had to look for one of the most spiritually and religiously exciting places in the world, you might not think the place to go would be…Silicon Valley. And yet it’s precisely there that Rabbi Noa Kushner created one of the most exciting experiments in communal entrepreneurship in the world: The Kitchen. On this episode, Ari spoke to Rabbi Kushner about the challenges and opportunities of leading a religious revival in the heart of Tech World; what it takes to be a religious entrepreneur and how to get more of it; how to think about religious conv...2022-02-0832 minJane and JesusWho is Kitty Bennet? (feat. Vanessa Zoltan)Author of Praying with Jane Eyre, the host of the legendary podcast Harry Potter and The Sacred Text, and self-identified atheist chaplain, Vanessa Zoltan joins the show to discuss with Karen one of the most forgettable and overlooked characters in Pride and Prejudice, Kitty Bennet, while also discussing Jane Eyre, what makes texts sacred, and so much more!Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here by March 1st to get access to our exclusive Q&A event, Coffee with Karen! Jane and Jesus is a production of SoulShop2022-02-0728 minThirty-SixHananya NaftaliThis week, Justin sits down with Hananya Naftali for a conversation about harnessing the power of your identity through activism.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-02-0332 min
All Strings AttachedThe ActivistFilmmaker and activist Jaco Booyens joins Angela to discuss why his fight against sex trafficking is personal to him, how the widespread access to pornography is damaging young men and women, and how pornography and big tech play a crucial role in the rise of sex trafficking in the United States and around the world. All Strings Attached is a production of SoulShop.2022-02-0235 min
Thirty-SixBonus Episode: In Memory of Ilia SalitaOn this special episode of Thirty-Six, Justin pays tribute to his dear teacher, former boss, and friend Ilia Salita (z’l) who tragically passed away in June 2020. Ilia was born in the former Soviet Union and immigrated to the United States as a young adult. An unabashedly proud Zionist, American, and Russian-speaking Jew, Ilia weaved these identities into his life’s purpose and legacy. We could think of no better person to speak about Ilia, his friendship and his legacy than with one of his heroes, Natan Sharansky.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to f...2022-02-0125 min
Good Faith EffortJon Collins - The Bible Project Ep. 61It’s become overwhelmingly common to think of the Bible primarily as a text—a book full of words that we read. But while this is an important way of interacting with the Bible, it only develops later. If you look at how the Bible expects itself to be taught and studied, it’s much more about passing wisdom from parent to child, or from teacher to student. The Bible is something we’re supposed to perform or experience, not just read it. Living in the Digital Age, what opportunities do we have for doing this at a high level? To unp...2022-02-0128 minJane and JesusMr. Collins and the Church: A Match Made in Heaven or in Hell? (feat. Rev. James Martin)On this week's episode, Karen is joined by the Editor at Large of America Magazine, Father James Martin to discuss the portrayal of Mr. William Collins, how even annoying people like him are actually quite complicated, why his character still matters today, what Pride and Prejudice can teach us about the power of institutions like the church, and so much more!Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here by March 1st to get access to our exclusive Q&A event, Coffee with Karen! Jane and Jesus is a SoulShop Original.2022-01-3130 min
Thirty-SixNatan SharanskyThis week, Justin sits down with human rights activist and refusenik, Natan Sharansky for a conversation about freedom, identity, and memory.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-01-2738 min
Good Faith EffortAnna Gát - A Community of Learning Ep. 60How do we expand learning and idea generation to broader populations? How do we create communities around ideas? Can traditional community and individual excellence coexist? Rabbi Lamm spoke about all of this to Anna Gát, one of the most exciting intellectual entrepreneurs in the world about her quest to do exactly this.To learn more about the community Rabbi Lamm and Anna talked about, visit https://interintellect.com/Good Faith Effort is a production of Bnai Zion and SoulShop.
2022-01-2545 minJane and JesusHow is Mrs. Bennet like Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof? (feat. Dara Horn)On this first episode of Jane and Jesus, Karen is joined by award-winning novelist and host of the fantastic podcast Adventures with Dead Jews, Dara Horn to discuss what it was like reading Pride and Prejudice with her daughter, the similarities the novel has to Fiddler on the Roof, what we look for in an ending, and why Pride and Prejudice is more relevant today than ever.Order our new Jane and Jesus coffee mug here by March 1st to get access to our exclusive Q&A event, Coffee with Karen! Jane and Jesus is a...2022-01-2441 minThirty-SixAdi AltschulerThis week, Justin sits down with Israeli entrepreneur, Adi Altschuler to discuss how a young boy inspired her to launch Krembo Wings, advice she received from Shimon Peres, and her journey to make Israel a more inclusive and accepting society.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.If you are enjoying Thirty-Six, we want to hear from you! Shoot us your thoughts at thirtysix@soulshopstudios.com.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-01-2024 min
Good Faith EffortChris Herring - Faith and Basketball Ep. 59Human societies are built on stories, and there are few domains of public life as ripe with storytelling potential as sports. Now, often the kinds of stories we tell around sports involve heroes, conquest, getting to the mountaintop and seeing the promised land. It’s much rarer to tell stories about striving mightily before accepting defeat, and learning to live with and grow from failure. So that’s why Ari brought on Sport Illustrated’s Chris Herring to talk about the most famous teams ever…that didn’t make it: the 1990s New York Knicks. Along the way they talk about...2022-01-1845 minThirty-SixBarak HazorThis week, Justin sits down with Paralympian Barak Hazor to discuss how he went from being an injured soldier to representing Israel at the Paralympics. On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-01-1333 min
Good Faith EffortEli Lake - Journalism, Foreign Policy, and Hip Hop Ep. 58Eli Lake is one of the best journalists and foreign affairs commentators in America. This week he joins Ari to talk about American foreign policy; the defense industry; the case for gangsta rap; the most underrated hip hop city; why Van Morrison is amazing; how to talk about Israel in this generation…and then turns the tables and interviews Ari about Judaism and politics!Good Faith Effort is a production of Bnai Zion and SoulShop.
2022-01-1154 minJane and JesusTrailer: Jane and JesusWhat is life worth living? What are our obligations to ourselves and to others? What does love mean, and how might we embody virtue? These questions are as ancient as humanity’s primordial pursuit for self-understanding, and our podcast will examine them and others by looking at the surprising intersections of two figures: Jesus Christ and Jane Austen. Our host, Karen Swallow Prior will closely read a different one of Austen’s novels each season, and by examining her characters in light of Christ’s teachings, she and her guests hope to shed light on both, presenting a take on lit...2022-01-0602 min
All Strings AttachedThe InfluencerIn today's episode of All Strings Attached, Christian social media Influencer Jeanine Amapola joins Angela to discuss life as an influencer, setting boundaries in relationships, and her views on sex and dating.All Strings Attached is a production of SoulShop.2022-01-0532 min
Good Faith EffortScott Shay - Finance and Faith Ep. 56How do we ensure that our society is educating well? How can we transmit to the next generation the wisdom they need to be thinkers and the practical knowledge they need to be builders? And crucially, how do we avoid siloing these two essential components of a healthy civilization? To unpack this, Rabbi Lamm spoke to one of America’s preeminent thinkers and builders -- the Founder and CEO of Signature Bank and bestselling public thinker about everything from religion, to education, to culture: Scott Shay!Good Faith Effort is a production of Bnai Zion and SoulShop.2021-12-3039 min
Thirty-SixJoseph GitlerThis week, Justin sat down with Joseph Gitler, the Founder and Chairman of Leket, Israel’s leading food rescue organization to discuss how he transformed his idea of minimizing and redistributing food waste into one of Israel’s most well-respected and impactful nonprofit organizations. On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2021-12-3030 min
Good Faith EffortEthan Strauss - Sports, Society and Being a Normal Person Ep. 55Can the NBA teach us something about real life? Why has the political culture around sports gotten so insane? And seriously why did everyone hate that Kevin Durant-era Warriors team?This week Ari spoke about all this and more with sports journalist Ethan Strauss, formerly the Warriors beat writer for ESPN and The Athletic, and now the proprietor of the fantastic SubStack, House of Strauss!Good Faith Effort is a production of Bnai Zion and SoulShop.
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Thirty-SixLeah GoldinThis week, Justin sat down with Leah Goldin to learn about how she tragically was forced to transform overnight from a mother and into an activist as she fights to bring her beloved son, Hadar Goldin (z'l) back to Israel.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2021-12-1630 min
All Strings AttachedThe ProfessorProfessor Anna Moreland joins Angela to discuss the lack of love on college campuses, assigning her students to ask someone out on a date, and how to major in life. All Strings Attached is a production of SoulShop.2021-12-1528 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackAriel FitzpatrickChristian Tik-Tok sensation Ariel Fitz-Patrick joins The Deal to discuss with Nissim her favorite Bible stories, the role of prayer in her life, and how she approaches negative comments to her content. The Deal with Nissim Black is a production of SoulShop.2021-12-1523 min
Good Faith EffortJudy Heumann - Disability Ep. 54Disability. It’s one of those things many Americans just don’t like to talk about. And yet, not only should justice impel society to engage with disability, legendary disability rights activist Judy Heumann makes the point that actually all of us, at some point or another, will experience disability. So we better get to thinking about it! Ari and Judy sat down this week to unpack all this and much more on a moving, insightful episode.Good Faith Effort is a production of Bnai Zion and SoulShop.
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Thirty-SixTamar Elad-AppelbaumThis week, Justin sits down with his friend Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum. She is the Founder of ZION: An Eretz Israeli Congregation in Jerusalem and Vice President of the Masorti Rabbinical Assembly. She is also the co-founder of the Beit Midrash for Israeli Rabbis, a joint project of the HaMidrasha Educational Center for Israeli Judaism and the Shalom Hartman Institute.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2021-12-1034 min
Good Faith EffortJeremy Dauber - Comedy in America Ep.53Are comedy and Biblical tradition in opposition to each other? Is humor an obstacle or an aid to a serious life, or a life of faith? This week Rabbi Lamm spoke to Columbia University professor Jeremy Dauber about the history and future of comedy in American society. They talked about individualism and community in the comedy business; how comedy can help shed light on some of the most important stories in the Biblical tradition; the role of animation and weirdness more broadly in pop culture; and, of course, the British Office vs. the American Office!Good Faith...2021-12-0739 min
All Strings AttachedThe Gen Z PastorHigh School Pastor Ben Graves joins Angela to discuss how teenagers are searching for purpose, the negative impacts of hookup culture, and the importance of mental health. All Strings Attached is a SoulShop original.2021-12-0130 min
Thirty-SixAlex RifIn this episode, Justin sits down with activist and poet Alex Rif to hear about how a young immigrant from Ukraine rose to become one of Israel's most vocal and colorful advocates for her Russian-speaking community.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2021-11-2425 min
Thirty-SixSivan Rahav MeirIn this episode, Justin sits down with the only female and Haredi newscaster in the State of Israel, Sivan Rahav Meir, and her path is one of a kind. They met up for coffee outside on a sunny Jerusalem morning to speak about her journey, her work, and her reinvigorated perspective on life.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2021-11-2427 min
Thirty-SixYossi Klein HaleviJustin begins his journey to find the Lamed Vav Tzadikim, Thirty-Six Righteous people, in the home of one of his favorite authors, Yossi Klein Halevi. He graciously welcomed him with really hot tea. They sat together in his beautiful home overlooking the desert as Yossi shared the bumps and turns in his life story about how a kid from Brooklyn ended up in the Hills of Jerusalem. On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bn...2021-11-2440 min
All Strings AttachedThe Bachelorette Man of FaithFormer Bachelorette contestant Mike Planeta joins the show to give Angela an inside scoop about what it's like behind the scenes of a reality tv show, saving himself for marriage on the Bachelorette, and how he approaches his dating life today.All Strings Attached is a SoulShop original.2021-11-1731 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackYavilah McCoyEducator and Activist Yavilah McCoy joins The Deal to discuss with Nissim about life as a Black Jew, marrying a convert, and creating a more inclusive Jewish community.The Deal with Nissim Black is a SoulShop Original. Sign up for the official newsletter of Nissim Black and The Deal at www.thedealwithnb.substack.com.2021-11-1748 minThirty-SixComing Soon: Thirty SixJewish tradition teaches that in every generation there are 36 people upon whose kindness and righteousness the very existence of the world depends, but whose identity no one knows - not even the 36 themselves. Justin Hayet scours Israel to find the 36 most wonderful, interesting people doing the most wonderful, interesting things with the aim of discovering what makes Israel such a remarkable source of goodness.Thirty-six is a SoulShop series presented by Bnai Zion.2021-11-1101 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackSalli Richardson-WhitfieldSalli Richardson-Whitfield joins The Deal to discuss with Nissim how she broke into Hollywood, being a mother in the entertainment industry, and how her faith helps her navigate her life and career.The Deal with Nissim Black is a SoulShop Original. Sign up for the official newsletter of Nissim Black and The Deal at www.thedealwithnb.substack.com.2021-11-1029 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackTamir GoodmanFormer professional basketball player Tamir Goodman joins Nissim to discuss growing up as "The Jewish Jordan," overcoming injuries, and refusing to play on Shabbat.The Deal with Nissim Black is a SoulShop Original. Sign up for the official newsletter of Nissim Black and The Deal at www.thedealwithnb.substack.com.2021-11-0329 min
All Strings AttachedThe Pussycat DollOn this week’s episode of All Strings Attached, Angela sits down with former Pussycat Doll Kaya Jones to discuss the mental and physical tolls of being a pop star, the sexualization of women in entertainment, and her relationship with God.Get your exclusive All Strings Attached merch here and sign up for the ASA newsletter at www.allstringsattachedpod.com.All Strings Attached is a SoulShop original.2021-11-0334 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackZoe FertikInnovative Torah Teacher Zoe Fertik joins Nissim to discuss the power of prayer, the relationship between Secular and Religious Jews in Israel, and teaching Torah in the heart of Silicon Valley.Check out the official merch store of The Deal with Nissim Black here: https://cutt.ly/The-Deal-with-Nissim-Black The Deal with Nissim Black is a SoulShop Original.2021-10-2736 min
All Strings AttachedThe Love BiologistAngela starts the All Strings Attached story with noted love biologist Dawn Maslar. They take a windy path into the science of love, unpacking what happens in your brain when you experience that magical feeling. Whether you've felt it before, or haven't felt it yet, listen to this conversation to see where this fits in for you!Get your exclusive All Strings Attached merch here and sign up for the ASA newsletter at www.allstringsattachedpod.com.All Strings Attached is a SoulShop original.2021-10-2034 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackBrandon TatumFormer officer turned conservative commentator Brandon Tatum joins Nissim to discuss failing to make the NFL, entering the political arena, learning from his father, and valuing God in his everyday life. Check out the official merch store of The Deal with Nissim Black here:The Deal with Nissim Black is a SoulShop Original.2021-10-2040 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackSheila NazarianThe founder of Nazarian Plastic Surgery, fearless Jew, and subject of Netflix feature Skin Decision, joins Nissim to discuss growing up in Iran, losing her mom at sixteen, and learning to love yourself.The Deal with Nissim Black is a SoulShop Original.2021-10-1243 min
All Strings AttachedSoulShop Studios Presents: All Strings AttachedHosted by Angela Blair, All Strings Attached is a new podcast taking an irreverently reverent look at sex, marriage, relationships, and other things much too sacred to leave to chance or our appetites alone. Joined by a rotating cast of experts, thinkers, and seekers, Angela will take a deeper look at the hot button issues redefining the ways we find and stay in love today.All Strings Attached is a SoulShop Original. Follow the show @allstringspod across Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. For Angela's weekly ASA emails, check out www.allstringsattachedpod.com. For more premium content t...2021-10-1102 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackSpecial Episode from Our Friends at Israel StoryBefore we bring you season two of The Deal with Nissim Black. We have a special treat from our friends at Israel Story, the award-winning podcast that tells extraordinary tales about ordinary Israelis.This is the first episode of their sixth season, and follows the different lives of people at the Jerusalem YMCA. If you are looking for the best audio storytelling around, not just from the Middle East, but from anywhere - this is the show for you. Hosted by Mishy Harman, Israel Story is produced in partnership with Tablet Magazine and The Jerusalem Foundation. subscribe...2021-10-051h 12
The Deal with Nissim BlackComing Soon: Season Two of The Deal with Nissim BlackReal, raw, and riveting, The Deal features Israeli-American Hasidic rapper and faith leader Nissim Black in conversation with some of the most influential and insightful thinkers, activists, and artists working today, talking about the intersections of identity, ideas, and culture.Season two returns late September with new guests that you must meet!A SoulShop original.2021-09-1401 min
The Deal with Nissim BlackAmar'e StoudemireThe NBA all-star joins Nissim to discuss his complicated conversion journey, his emotional and historic connected to Israel, and how he handles the tension of coaching in the NBA while living the life of a fully Orthodox Jew.The Deal with Nissim Black is produced by SoulShop.This episode is in partnership with the Rosen School - click here to save 20% on your course to study modern Hebrew with classes accredited by Hebrew University.2021-07-1933 min