Rabbi On The Sidelines

Dan Grunfeld, son of Ernie Grunfeld, the only NBA player who is the son of Holocaust survivors, joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about his newly released book, "By The Grace Of The Game." Basketball, the Holocaust, and the unprecedented American dream come together in this moving narrative of a grandmother, father, and grandson.

Dr. Jeffrey Gurock, professor of Jewish history, at Yeshiva University, and author of Judaism's Encounter with American Sports, speaks with Rabbi Sherman about how sports can be used as a metaphor to put a marker on Jewish acceptance in American society. Amazing, never before heard stories of the American Jewish experience through the world of sports.

Jay Bilas, ESPN college basketball analyst and New York Times best selling author speaks with Rabbi Sherman about his book "Toughness" and the principles related to faith, belief, and hope.

Dani Menkin, director of On The Map, and Aulcie, speaks with Rabbi Sherman about the important role that sports plays in the relationship between Israel and the Diaspora. How does a simple game impact the image of Israel around the world?

Elsa Garrison, world famous Getty Images sports photographer has covered the World Series, NBA and Stanley Cup Finals, Olympics, US Open, World Cup and more. What is the story behind the best sports photos you see? How are they captured and how does the audience react? Elsa discusses with Rabbi Sherman the faith behind the lens.

Ariana Berlin, UCLA Champion gymnast, feature of Netflix's Full Out, and award winning producer, speaks of how to overcome adversity, mental health and faith aspects in the world of sports, and how her Jewish identity and personal narrative has shaped her life story.

Jimmy Dykes, ESPN college basketball analyst and author of recently published book, "The Film Doesn't Lie," joins Rabbi Sherman to discuss his deep faith, in and out of the broadcast booth, the heroes and inspiring people he has met on this journey, and how we can watch our life film to gain insight into our own faith.

Lenny Krayzelburg, US Olympic swimmer and 4 time gold medal winner, joins Rabbi Sherman to share his journey from Russia to the United States, the importance of his Jewish identity, his connection to the State of Israel, and the importance of swimming in his and our lives.

Scott O'Neil, CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers and the New Jersey Devils, and author of newly released book, "Be Where Your Feet Are," joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about his achievements and challenges as head of Madison Square Garden, the faith he lives out in his daily life, and how to be grateful and happy all at once. 

Arnie Kander, world renown strength and conditioning coach for the Detroit Pistons, speaks with Rabbi Sherman about spirituality, faith, and physicality on and off the court of championship teams.