What if Cain were on trial in a modern-day courtroom for the murder of his brother, Abel? Rabbi Dan Ornstein explores this biblical scenario and its implications in a new novel "Cain v. Abel: A Jewish Courtroom Drama." On this episode of The Eagle: A Times Union Podcast, we talk to the Albany-based Jewish leader and author about his book, and his thoughts on a rising tide of anti-Semitism worldwide largely stoked by pandemic lockdowns. 

Also on this episode, blogger Kristi Gustafson Barlette opens up about her struggle with vaccine hesitancy, Times Union Editor Casey Seiler discusses the week's top news, and features writer C.J. Lais reacts to last week's Oscars ceremony.

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