What happens when ancient psalms meet modern songwriting? In this episode of The Rest is Commentary, host Shep Rosenman sits down with Dr. Sarah Bunin Benor to talk about “Into the Wow” — a song they wrote inspired by Psalm 118 that turns timeless text into fresh musical and spiritual expression.  

Together, they explore what it means to find community at the heart of Judaism, to experience awe beyond traditional God-language, and to discover rituals that make everyday life feel sacred. Sarah reflects on her personal recovery, reimagines prayer through a human-centered lens, and shows how joy, creativity, and connection can become forms of faith.  

From lyrical wordplay to musical multilingualism (check out Sarah's podcast, Heritage Words), this conversation dives deep into how Jewish language, melody, and meaning weave together — and how wonder can surface anywhere: in nature, in movement, in a shared meal, or in a simple moment of song.