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Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback
118 episodes
1 week ago
What happens when a Reform journalist and an Orthodox rabbi spend years studying Torah together? In this episode of Search for Meaning, Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback welcomes Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer to talk about their new book, It Takes Two to Torah. Drawing from very different backgrounds—Abby, the daughter of feminist thinker Letty Pogrebin, who grew up in a more assimilated Jewish home, and Dov, who was raised in a Modern Orthodox community, immersed in hours of daily Talmud study—th...
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What happens when a Reform journalist and an Orthodox rabbi spend years studying Torah together? In this episode of Search for Meaning, Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback welcomes Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer to talk about their new book, It Takes Two to Torah. Drawing from very different backgrounds—Abby, the daughter of feminist thinker Letty Pogrebin, who grew up in a more assimilated Jewish home, and Dov, who was raised in a Modern Orthodox community, immersed in hours of daily Talmud study—th...
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Judaism
Religion & Spirituality,
Society & Culture,
Philosophy
Episodes (20/118)
Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Julie Brill
In this episode of Search for Meaning, Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback sits down with Julie Brill, author of Hidden in Plain Sight: A Family Memoir and the Untold Story of the Holocaust in Serbia. Julie’s book uncovers a little-known chapter of Jewish history, exploring the resilience, struggles, and heritage of the Jewish community in Serbia. Together, they discuss memory, trauma, and the ways stories from the past shape our present. Julie reflects on how the weight of history can grow as we uncover it...
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1 week ago
38 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Jonathan Harounoff
🗣️ Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi welcomes journalist and diplomat Jonathan Harounoff, author of the forthcoming book Unveiled: Inside Iran’s #WomanLifeFreedom Revolt. 📖 In this episode, Jonathan shares the story behind his groundbreaking reporting on Iran’s women-led uprising, sparked by the 2022 death of Mahsa Jina Amini. His book is built on exclusive interviews with protestors and survivors—painting a powerful picture of resistance, resilience, and hope. 🕍 The conversation also explo...
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3 weeks ago
52 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Stephen Cloobeck
Stephen J. Cloobeck joins Rabbi Yoshi for a wide-ranging conversation about business, identity, and public service. Best known as the founder and former CEO of Diamond Resorts, Cloobeck reflects on his Jewish upbringing at Stephen Wise Temple, the influence of his father, and how those early experiences continue to shape his values. They discuss his new book, Facing Hard Truths. Cloobeck also shares why he’s decided to enter the political arena as a candidate for Governor of California in the...
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1 month ago
37 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Dr. Arnold Eisen
In this special live recording from Stephen Wise Temple on May 13, 2025, Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback sits down with Dr. Arnold Eisen, Chancellor Emeritus of the Jewish Theological Seminary, for a profound and personal conversation about his new book, Seeking the Hiding God: A Personal Theological Essay. Together, they explore themes of theology, doubt, and faith—probing the mystery of God’s presence and absence in our lives. Dr. Eisen shares insights from his lifelong engagement with Jewish thought ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 12 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Daniel Robbins
What do you get when a Shabbat dinner meant to welcome a soon-to-be daughter-in-law turns into a night of secrets, revelations, and unlikely wisdom? You get Bad Shabbos—a comedy with heart, directed by Daniel Robbins and co-written with Zack Weiner. Robbins joins Rabbi Yoshi to discuss his new film set on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, where a Jewish family hosts Shabbat dinner for their son David and his fiancée Meg, who is preparing to convert to Judaism. As the night unfolds, tensions r...
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2 months ago
40 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Ambassador Gary Grappo - Israel/Iran War
Rabbi Yoshi sits down with Ambassador Gary Grappo, a former U.S. diplomat and expert on Middle Eastern affairs, for an in-depth and urgent conversation about Israel’s preemptive strike on Iranian military assets and the ensuing conflict between these countries. Drawing on his extensive diplomatic experience—including his service as U.S. Ambassador to Oman, Chief of Staff to the U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Quartet, and senior postings in Jerusalem, Riyadh, and Baghdad—Ambassador Grap...
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2 months ago
42 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Carol Leifer
Award-winning comedian and writer Carol Leifer joins Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi for a candid and hilarious conversation about life, legacy, and laughter. From her groundbreaking start as a stand-up comedian to her acclaimed writing for Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld, Ellen, and Curb Your Enthusiasm, to her recent Emmy and Golden Globe wins for Hacks, Leifer reflects on how her Jewish identify, family roots—including a father who was the household “tumler”—and her personal journe...
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3 months ago
56 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with David Suissa
In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Rabbi Yoshi sits down with David Suissa—Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Tribe Media and the Jewish Journal—to explore the deep currents shaping Jewish life today. A passionate voice in Jewish media since 2006 and a former award-winning advertising executive, David brings his characteristic insight, warmth, and eloquence to a discussion that touches on some of the most important themes of our time. Together, they reflect on the importance o...
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3 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Yuval David
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Search for Meaning, Rabbi Yoshi sits down with Yuval David, an Emmy Award and multiple award-winning actor, filmmaker, journalist, and activist. Yuval is known for his innovative and acclaimed series One Actor Short and other original content, ABC’s What Would You Do, FX’s Feud, and numerous television and film roles. He regularly appears as a news commentator on Fox, NewsNation, NBC, i24, ILTV, Sky News, and other outlets. Yuval takes als...
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4 months ago
51 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Rabbi David Gedzelman
In this timely episode of Search for Meaning, Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback sits down with Rabbi David Gedzelman, President and CEO of the Steinhardt Foundation for Jewish Life. Together, Rabbi Yoshi and Rabbi Gedzelman explore the powerful intersections of Jewish identity, education, culture, and the critical role that visionary leadership plays in shaping the future of Jewish communities both in the United States and globally. They also discuss the World Zionist Organization (WZO) elections, a once-...
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4 months ago
35 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Adam Mansbach
Episode Title: Adam Mansbach – The Golem of Brooklyn In this episode of Search for Meaning, Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback welcomes Adam Mansbach, best-selling author and cultural provocateur, for a conversation about his latest novel, The Golem of Brooklyn — a darkly comic and fiercely relevant tale that reimagines the legendary Golem in the heart of contemporary America. Known for his sharp wit and literary range, Mansbach delves into the origin of the book, the role of folklore in shaping identity, ...
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4 months ago
58 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Cantor Emma Lutz and Dr. Tali Tadmor
🎙️ “Wow! Shehecheyanu” – A Joyful Musical Celebration Rabbi Yoshi sits down with Cantor Emma Lutz and Dr. Tali Tadmor to explore the heart and harmony behind their brand-new children’s album, Wow! Shehecheyanu. Produced by Pam Autuori and featuring the incredible Stephen Wise Temple Band, the album is a vibrant, soulful tribute created in honor of the grand opening of the Aaron Milken Center. With joyful voices from Wise School students and original music that celebrates gratitude, wonder, an...
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5 months ago
28 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with the Sky Riders, Noa and Omri
“Noa" and "Omri" (not their real names), two soldiers from the Sky Rider Unit, an elite unit of the IDF known for its precision and critical role in intelligence gathering, share their experiences since October 7, offering a rare, firsthand perspective on the challenges they’ve faced and the moral complexities of modern warfare. Noa and Omri speak candidly about the Sky Riders’ commitment to preventing civilian casualties, the weight of responsibility they carry, and the personal toll of thei...
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6 months ago
39 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Ayelet Tsabari
Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback speaks with acclaimed author Ayelet Tsabari about her latest book, Songs for the Brokenhearted—a moving exploration of grief, identity, and the human spirit. They also delve into Ayelet’s poignant New York Times opinion piece, where she reflects on the sacred act of cleaning the homes of those massacred on October 7, and how this intimate ritual became a form of solace and remembrance. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human heart and the ways we find m...
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6 months ago
46 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Jonathan York
In this deeply moving conversation, Rabbi Yoshi sits down with Jonathan York—lawyer, artist, and creator of The Sukkah Project, a powerful tribute to the events of October 7. Jonathan reflects on how memory shapes our personal and collective identities, sharing insights from his own journey growing up at Stephen Wise Temple and how those formative experiences continue to influence his work today. Through the lens of art, grief, and resilience, this episode explores how we hold onto what matte...
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7 months ago
47 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove
Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback interviews Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove of Park Avenue Synagogue about his inspiring new book, "For Such a Time as This: Being Jewish Today." Together, they dive into the challenges and opportunities of post-October 7 Judaism, the power of stepping up, showing up, and making a meaningful difference, and the enduring importance of Jewish community in these turbulent times. Don’t miss this thoughtful and timely discussion on leadership, resilience, and the bonds that unite the Je...
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7 months ago
36 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Rabbi David Ingber
Rabbi David A. Ingber is the founding rabbi of Romemu, the largest Renewal synagogue in the United States. He was recently appointed the Senior Director of Jewish Life at 92NY in Manhattan. Rabb Ingber shares some of the Torah and wisdom that has helped bring him inspiration over the past year. To learn more about his work, visit https://romemu.org/
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7 months ago
44 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Dafna Admati and Yarden Tzemach from Kibbutz Be'eri
Dafna Admati and Yarden Tzemach grew up on Kibbutz Be'eri, one of the communities hit hardest in the attacks of October 7: more than 95 community members were murdered and 30 taken hostage. They describe what happened to their beautiful, idyllic kibbutz on that day and over the past year. To learn more about how you can help with the rebuilding efforts, visit: https://www.rebuildbeeri.org/
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8 months ago
45 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Ambassador Gary Grappo - Regime Change in Syria
Rabbi Yoshi sits down with Gary Grappo, former U.S. Ambassador to Oman, Chief of Staff of the Quartet, and foreign policy expert with more than four decades of experience in the Middle East. Ambassador Grappo helps us understand the situation in Syria, the rise of Hay's Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and its leader, Abu Muhammad al-Jawlani.
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8 months ago
53 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
Search for Meaning with Rabbi Josh Feigelson
Rabbi Josh Feigelson was appointed Executive Director of IJS in January 2020 and became President & CEO in April 2022. He received ordination from Yeshivat Chovevei Torah Rabbinical School in 2005, and served for six years as the Hillel Rabbi at Northwestern University, where he also earned a PhD in Religious Studies. In 2011, Josh helped found and served as Executive Director of Ask Big Questions, an initiative of Hillel International, which won the inaugural Lippman-Kanfer Prize for App...
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9 months ago
43 minutes

Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi
What happens when a Reform journalist and an Orthodox rabbi spend years studying Torah together? In this episode of Search for Meaning, Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback welcomes Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer to talk about their new book, It Takes Two to Torah. Drawing from very different backgrounds—Abby, the daughter of feminist thinker Letty Pogrebin, who grew up in a more assimilated Jewish home, and Dov, who was raised in a Modern Orthodox community, immersed in hours of daily Talmud study—th...