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Jewish Ideas to Change the World

Valley Beit Midrash

Jewish Ideas to Change the World delivers thought-provoking content by leading Jewish thinkers with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. It is produced by Valley Beit Midrash. Valley Beit Midrash (VBM) is dedicated to social justice as driven by Torah ethics. VBM"s mission is to improve lives through Jewish learning, direct action, and leadership development. Listen to VBM"s other podcasts: • Social Justice in the Parsha (weekly divrei Torah by Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz) • Pearls of Jewish Wisdom

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50:34

Yalta and the Place of Anger in Leadership

Jewish Ideas to Change the World ·

2024/07/24

A virtual event presentation by Rabba Sara HurwitzThe event was co-sponsored by Congregation Or TzionAbout the Event: Is anger ever a useful tool to bring about change? Or is anger destructive and unbecoming for leaders? Does gender bias inherently affect the way we experience angry male or female leaders? Finally, can Yalta, one of the few named women in the Talmud, teach us anything about the place of anger and social change?*Source Sheet:

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29:47

The Great (Non-Jewish) Kings of Jewish History:...

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2024/07/24

A hybrid event (in-person and virtual) by Rabbi Marc GitlerThe event was co-sponsored by BMH-BJAbout the Event: As a small people, Jews have always been at the whim of larger empires. We know of the kings who oppressed our people, so let’s spend time familiarizing ourselves with kings who restored our people’s fortunes.About the Speaker: Marc Gitler serves as the Senior Jewish Educator for Valley Beit Midrash and is the visiting Rabbi of Aish San Diego. A recipient of the Wexner Fellowship,

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56:30

How Do We Remain Optimistic in These Troubling Times?

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2024/07/19

A virtual event presentation by Dr. Russ LindenThe event was co-sponsored by Temple Emanuel About the Event: January 6.Our polarized society.Oct. 7.The war in Gaza.The impact of climate change.Chaos at our Southern Border …The problems are everywhere, and they seem overwhelming. We Jews are a people of hope. Indeed, Israel’s national anthem – Hatikva – means “the hope.” But many of us find it hard to feel hopeful in this environment. We’ll discuss several ways to maintain a “realistic

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20:03

The Torah of Rav Yehuda Leon Ashkenazi: A...

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2024/07/16

Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz sits with Rav Gavriel Reiss to talk about Rav Yehuda Ashkenazi.Rav Gavriel Reiss was born and raised in Los Angeles but moved to Israel as a teenager. He served in elite IDF units before dedicating himself to Jewish education. In 2017, he embarked on a trailblazing initiative to break out of the security fence of Pnei Kedem in southern Judea to create a farm that would not only serve to help Jews learn to live more authentically on the land but also prevent the

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59:32

A Settler's View and Journey on Peace

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2024/07/15

Rav Gavriel Reiss was born and raised in Los Angeles but moved to Israel as a teenager. He served in elite IDF units before dedicating himself to Jewish education. In 2017, he embarked on a trailblazing initiative to break out of the security fence of Pnei Kedem in southern Judea to create a farm that would not only serve to help Jews learn to live more authentically on the land but also prevent the European Union from usurping land in Area C through its proxies in the Palestinian Authority

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55:49

6 Knocks of Repentance- What Are the Critical Lessons...

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2024/07/08

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Avidan FreedmanAbout the Event: Maimonides writes that one who looks at past tragedies as mere happenstance is acting “cruelly”. Rather, the events of the past must goad us to introspection. Using the writing of Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik as a model, we will explore how to suggest directions of introspection that Israeli society needs to consider, and how to do that without claiming to understand God’s plans for the world.About the Speaker: Rabbi Avidan

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55:01

Putting Your Money Where Your Soul Is: Jewish Wisdom...

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2024/07/05

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Jacob SiegelEvent was co-hosted by Temple SolelAbout the event: “Business as usual” is leading us down a path of rising economic suffering, societal division, and climate crisis. A new approach promises socially responsible investing by looking at “environmental, social, and governance (ESG)” concerns. Amid the new buzzwords and their ensuing controversy, the question remains: Where should you invest your retirement savings, your pension plan, or your

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48:05

Jewish Teachings and Climate Action

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2024/06/27

A hybrid event (in-person and virtual) by Rabbi Yonatan NerilAbout the Event: Rabbi Yonatan Neril will explore Jewish teachings that relate to ecology and why it’s so critical that Jewish communities mobilize to address the climate crisis. We are facing the greatest challenge we have ever faced and Jewish wisdom has a critical role in informing values and environmental behavior. Religion is a fundamental part of many people’s lives and a key motivator. Rabbi Neril, who is visiting Denver

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60:30

What’s A Nice Jewish Girl Like You Doing In A Place...

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2024/06/27

A virtual event presentation by Dr. Elaine LeederThe event was co-sponsored by Temple EmanuelAbout the event: For the last twenty-eight years Elaine Leeder has been working in prisons, first at Elmira Correctional Facility, then San Quentin, and now in prisons all over California. Her teaching, then running self-help groups and now doing Victim/Offender Dialogues, has shown her that there is redemption, remorse, and contrition behind the walls. People can be transformed even in the most

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56:29

In the Beginnings: The Dual Foundations of Judaism

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2024/06/11

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Dr. David HarbaterCo-sponsored by Congregation Or Tzion & BMH-BJ About the Event: Throughout history, billions of people worldwide have studied the biblical account of creation without realizing that there is not one account but rather two separate and competing accounts. Through a careful reading of the text, we will explore these two accounts and the perspectives that emerge from each regarding such fundamental questions as the nature of God, the

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40:02

Sovereignty, Violence, and Morality: Zionism and the...

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2024/06/11

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Chaim Seidler-FellerThe event was co-hosted by Beth El PhoenixAbout the Event: The current conflict that has seen a revival of the discussion regarding the Jewish right to establish a state in the Land of Israel has occasioned a renewed focus on the dynamics of sovereignty. Beyond a doubt, the implementation of Jewish sovereignty in Eretz Yisrael is the essential dimension of political Zionism. In this seminar, I propose to examine how religion

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48:53

Embracing Impermanence for Mindful Living

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2024/06/05

A virtual event presentation by Melanie GruenwaldAbout the Event: Be fully present to what is present, and integrate past and future into this moment - Kabbalah Experience Awareness PracticeImpermanence is a principle of harmony. When we don’t struggle against it we are in harmony with reality - Pema ChodronThese constantly changing times can be disorienting. How might we embrace grounding practices for a mindful approach to living in the present moment? Using this powerful transformative

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50:31

Our Relationship to Time Reflected in the Counting of...

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2024/05/28

A virtual event presentation by Dr. David SandersAbout the event: Have you been curious about your relationship with time? What makes today Wednesday, or 5 o’clock? While we acknowledge that time never stands still, what has made us feel time dragging on or moving quickly? The Counting of the Omer contains many insights about our relationship to and with time. We will discover that we are not passive passengers in time. We are Time Beings–active co-creators of time.About the Speaker: Dr

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56:38

Beyond Cleaning Our Room: Responsibilities and...

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2024/05/22

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Edward BernsteinThe event was co-sponsored by BMH-BJAbout the Event: The fifth of the Ten Commandments is “Honor your father and mother.” It is one of the few commandments in the Torah that attaches a reward for its successful performance: “that your days may be long.” We might think that if we follow the command in our youth, clean our rooms, and do other things that our parents ask, we’ve checked that box. The reality is that honoring our parents is

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56:24

What is Heroism for American Jews Today?

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2024/05/21

A hybrid event by Rabbi Mike FeuerThe event was co-hosted by Temple ChaiAbout the event: American Jewry stands at a crossroads. Facing such great risks and real opportunities requires clarity of vision, confidence in identity, and readiness for action. All of these are elements of a heroic stance. Join Rav Mike Feuer in an exploration of what Jewish heroism is, how it can be cultivated in our lives and communities, and what it offers to American Jews today.*Source Sheet:

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A Conversation with Rabbi Mike Feuer: What Does...

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2024/05/20

Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz sat down with Rabbi Mike Feuer to discuss what victory looks like in today’s Israel-Gaza War.Rav Mike Feuer is an educator, content creator, and spiritual counselor. He teaches and inspires people around the world through his Jewish Story History podcast and the Jewish Heroism Project. Whether working through teaching, content, or narrative therapy Rav Mike’s mission is always the same – to tell a story of the past that upholds a present identity fit to build the

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59:49

Compassion, Kindness & Dignity

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2024/05/14

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Dr. Gil Gershon Tivon and Dr. Shirli RegevThe event was co-sponsored by Beth El PhoenixAbout the Event: Compassion, kindness & dignity are the three key ingredients needed in most human communications and relationships. They underline emotional intelligence and imply the presence of our soul and heart in human interactions.About the Speakers: Rabbi Dr. Gil Gershon Tivon received his rabbinical ordination from the chief rabbinate of Israel, as well

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67:58

This Antisemitic Moment on the College Campus: An...

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2024/05/07

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Chaim Seidler-FellerThe event was co-sponsored by Temple Emanuel About the Event: In this seminar, we will consider how we’ve arrived at this moment of an outpouring of anti-Jewish venom on campus and what can be done to reintroduce civility and mutual respect between the alienated and offended groups. What is the underlying cause of this explosion of hostility and what is the University’s responsibility to address the issue? A sober and nuanced

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46:14

How Were Women the Heroines of the Passover Story and...

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2024/05/02

A virtual event presentation by Rabbanit Sharona HalickmanThe event was co-sponsored by BMH-BJAbout The Event: How were women the heroines of the Passover story and what rituals have we taken on to honor them? Do women traditionally recline at the Seder? What is a Miriam’s cup? Are women obliged to drink the four cups of wine?About the Speaker: Sharona holds a BA in Judaic Studies from Stern College and an MS in Jewish Education from Azrieli Graduate School, Yeshiva University. Sharona was

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60:52

How History and Genetics Define Jewish Diversity and...

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2024/04/22

A virtual event presentation by Dr. Boris DrazninThe event was co-sponsored by Congregation Or TzionAbout the Event: Dr. Draznin will discuss How History and Genetics Define Jewish Diversity and Identity, the book he published (Cambridge Scholar Publishing) in 2023. The book and his presentation will reveal current answers to old questions as to how Jewish people might be genetically related. Modern genetic research tackles ingrained convictions about ethnicity and religion, journeying

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