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Flexigidity Podcast

Gidi Grinstein

The Podcast of the Hebrewman

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00:54:10

Growth Mindset In Rosh Hashanah - Secular In Shul

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2025/09/22

Rosh HaShanah - in fact from Elul to Sukkoth - is the Jewish version of growth mindset and, among other things, the symbolic origin of human rights and compassion. In _Secular In Shul_ I explore the non-religuious aspects of Judaism, taking God out of the equation. In this episode, I discuss with Tikvah Weiner the groundbreaking ideas of Rosh HaShanah.

00:14:50

The Possible Recognition of Palestinian Statehood

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2025/08/26

A discussion about Palestinian Statehood

00:12:53

The Deradicalization of Gaza (Removing Hamas)

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2025/08/26

A plan for deradicalizing Gaza

01:03:15

Venture Philanthropy with Dr. Jeff Solomon

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2025/08/22

Taglit Birthright and other groundbreaking initiatives exist also because of Jeff Solomon’s approach to venture philanthropy. Working with Charles Bronfman, Jeff has been one of the most prominent professionals and influential thought leaders of Jewish philanthropy.

00:42:05

Does Netanyahu Want A Gaza Deal?

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2025/08/17

The negotiations in Cairo on a Gaza deal are monumentally important. Meanwhile, some 22 countries led by France, Germany and the UK, are pledging to recognize a Palestinian state. Yaakov Katz, former chief editor of the Jerusalem Post, author and columnist on mideast issues helps us gain deeper insight into what’s going on.Intro: 00:00Why Two States? 6:08Why not now? 10:20Does Netanyahu want a vision? 13:40Deradicalization: A historical example: 18:00Who becomes the Palestinian government

00:43:52

Federations: Our Backbones - with Dr. John Ruskay

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2025/08/12

Federations and similar organizations have been the backbone of Jewish communities for thousands of years, including in the U.S. John Ruskay, who led UJA Federation of NY for nearly two decades, is the person to explain why they are so crucial for our communities.*Intro: 00:00Early Career and Childhood 7:16The Chavurah 11:10Path to leadership: 13:20The Peoplehood Organization: 15:20Federation Crisis Response: 20:40Overperforming and Underperforming Federation traits: 29:30What to expect from

00:12:09

Rethinking Tisha B’Av: From Mourning to Spiritual...

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2025/07/31

Gidi Grinstein is the author of the Flexigidity: The Podcast of the Hebrewman, and author of Flexigidity: The Secret of Jewish Adaptability. He is the founder and president of the Reut Institute and Tikkun Olam Makers. Prof. Ari Afilalo is a professor of law at Rutgers University and President of the West Side Sephardic Synagogue.

01:39:11

41 Books! Rabbi Sacks' Productivity

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2025/07/28

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’s productivity was mind-boggling. How could he have published 41 books, 750 essays and hundreds of other creations? Gidi explores these questions with those closest to Rabbi Sacks, Joanna Benarroch and Dan Sacker.00:00 Intro 04:10 Into the World of Sacks 13:30 Why Do You Write Like You’re Running Out of Time 15:49 The Sacks Routine 22:30 The Covenantal Cycle 26:57 The Rabbi’s Day 30:42 The Sacks Playlist 39:18 Who Inspired Sacks? 43:30 What Did the Rebbe and Rabbi

01:09:15

Jewish Statecraft With Amb. Dr. Dennis Ross

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2025/07/10

In episode 4 of the Flexigidity Podcast, Gidi talks with Ambassador Doctor Dennis RossProfessor Sarna is a prolific author, scholar, and professor at Brandeis University, known for his influential work on Jewish history, identity, and American religious life.Whether you're deeply connected to Jewish life or simply curious about the American religious landscape, this episode offers rich insights and thought-provoking ideas from one of the leading minds in the field.

01:00:46

The Power of Peoplehood with Avraham Infeld

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2025/07/09

Gidi sits down with Avraham Infeld. This episode perfectly embodies the Flexigity podcast's theme of innovation and tradition, and the dynamic evolution of the Jewish people.Infeld champions the idea that "we do not have to be uniform in order to be unified". He shares his inspiring vision, rooted in the four foundational stories from the Torah. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired by Avraham Infeld's humor, storytelling, passion, and deep love for the Jewish people.

01:22:27

American Jewry, a Great Diaspora with Prof. Jonathan...

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2025/07/04

In episode 3 of the Flexigidity Podcast, Gidi talks with Professor Jonathan Sarna. Professor Sarna is a prolific author, scholar, and professor at Brandeis University, known for his influential work on Jewish history, identity, and American religious life.Whether you're deeply connected to Jewish life or simply curious about the American religious landscape, this episode offers rich insights and thought-provoking ideas from one of the leading minds in the field.

00:12:51

What Is Flexigidity? With Boaz Gilad

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2025/07/04

In this pilot episode, Gidi sits down with Boaz Gilad, the host of The Unmask PodcastYou'll learn about Gidi and the mission of Flexigidity.

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