The American Thanksgiving menu gets an Israeli twist as President of the Shalom Hartman Institute Yehuda Kurtzer and Rabbi-Chef Nissimmi Naim Naor collaborate to create a unique holiday meal.

JBS journalist Micah Halpern examines the misuse of the term "pogrom" by politicians and commentators, setting the record straight on its true meaning and historical significance—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS. 

David Patterson, Hillel A. Feinberg Distinguished Chair in Holocaust Studies, Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies, University of Texas at Dallas, presents his lecture, "Antisemitism from Hitler to Hamas" at the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute.

Renowned scholar, author and theologian Rabbi Irving (Yitz) Greenberg joins Abby to discuss The Triumph of Life, his defining work on Judaism’s evolving partnership with God, focused on bringing life, dignity, and compassion into the world through the covenant.

JBS journalist Micah Halpern passionately shares why he is proud to be Jewish, emphasizing the importance of standing firm in one’s Jewish identity and support for Israel amidst rising anti-Semitism—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.

In a program from Central Synagogue in New York City, Rabbis Angela Buchdahl (Central Synagogue) and Elliot Cosgrove (Park Avenue Synagogue) dig deep into the Jewish tradition’s treasure trove of wisdom and history to help lead us through this fraught and potential-filled time.

Celebrating JFK's legacy in mental health advocacy during the anniversary week of his assassination, award-winning healthcare journalist Stephen Fried joins Rabbi Bronstein to discuss "Profiles in Mental Health Courage," a powerful collection inspired by JFK’s Profiles in Courage, capturing the resilience and bravery of Americans with mental illness.

Amy Elman, Professor of Political Science at Kalamazoo College, discusses Hamas as an organization and the sickening responses of many groups and individuals to the massacre of October 7th.

David Harris is joined by renowned French philosopher, writer, and public intellectual Bernard-Henri Lévy, who brings his unique perspectives to a discussion of his book "Israel Alone."

JBS journalist Micah Halpern examines the strategic motivations behind Israel's operations across several hostile fronts, including Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran, as well as their targeted strike killing Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.