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In this episode of Proudly Jewish: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity, Cantor Eyal Bitton welcomes Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt, the founding rabbi of Congregation B'nai Tzedek and the visionary leader behind the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition. Together, they explore the essential role of Zionist rabbis in shaping Jewish identity, supporting Israel, and uniting Jewish communities across the globe.

Rabbi Weinblatt shares the motivations behind the creation of the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition, discussing how this non-partisan network of over a thousand rabbis provides crucial support, resources, and a sense of solidarity for rabbis who champion the Zionist cause. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by Zionist leaders, the significance of Jewish unity, and the broader implications of current political dynamics for American Jewry and Israel.

Throughout the episode, Cantor Bitton and Rabbi Weinblatt tackle pressing issues, including the growing divide within the Jewish community, the rise of antisemitism, and the need for a strong, steadfast voice in support of Israel. Rabbi Weinblatt also reflects on the future of Zionism in America and the critical importance of maintaining a robust connection to Jewish heritage and values.

This episode is a compelling listen for anyone interested in Zionism, Jewish leadership, or the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing the Jewish community today.
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The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom.

PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on YouTube.
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In this episode of Proudly Jewish: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity, Cantor Eyal Bitton hosts Hillel Fuld, a leading figure in the Israeli tech world and a passionate advocate for Israel and Jewish identity. Known for his unfiltered takes, Hillel dives deep into the state of Jewish pride, Zionism, and the alarming rise in global antisemitism.

The conversation gets real as Hillel and Eyal discuss the uncomfortable truth about the future of American Jewry, with Hillel boldly questioning whether America will remain a safe haven for Jews in the coming years. The episode also tackles divisive topics like Trump, Kamala Harris, and the political dynamics that shape how American Jews relate to Israel.

Hillel doesn’t hold back as he shares why he believes Jewish unity is crucial for survival, why apologizing for our identity is a losing strategy, and how history has shown time and again that when the Jewish people stand proud and united, they thrive against all odds. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in Jewish identity, Israel, or the complex intersections of faith, politics, and community.

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The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom.

PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on YouTube.

Amanda Berman, Founder and Executive Director of the Zioness Movement, joins Cantor Eyal Bitton to discuss how her organization is both progressive AND Zionist. Zioness is a multiracial coalition of Jewish activists and allies who are unabashedly progressive and unapologetically Zionist. They have more than 30 chapters across the country that fight for the advancement of social, racial, economic and gender equality in America and for the inclusion of Zionists in social justice spaces.

This episode was recorded in front of a live audience, members of the Cantors Assembly: cantorsassembly.org . The Cantors Assembly is an organization of Jewish clergy who lead communities in prayer, ritual, and music, and who are affiliated with the Conservative Movement.


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The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom.

PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on YouTube.

Sharaka's Dan Feferman (Israel) and Ahmed Alkhuzaie (Bahrain) join Cantor Eyal Bitton in a discussion of the prospects for peace in the Middle East. What does normalization of ties between Saudi Arabia and Israel mean for peace? How likely is it? How do the October 7 massacre and the ensuing war between Israel and Hamas factor in?

Sharaka (’Partnership’ in Arabic) is a group of Arabs, Israelis, and others who are working to shape a new Middle East, built on dialogue, understanding, cooperation and friendship.
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The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom.

PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on YouTube.

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Tania Shalom Michaelian, of the Society for Preservation of Israel Heritage Sites, is Cantor Eyal Bitton's guest in this episode of Proudly Jewish: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity. They discuss the impact of October 7 on Israelis, the resilience of Israeli Jews who survived the heinous attacks, and the importance of appreciating history and heritage in order to build and sustain a people. Michaelian explains how SPIHS' efforts cross into the personal level as they run programs to engage soldiers and evacuees, among others.

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The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom.

PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on YouTube.

In this episode, recorded in front of a live audience, Cantor Eyal Bitton explores the reasons why so many Jews feels so uneasy about many "pro-Palestinian" demonstrations. Why are so many pro-Palestinian protests so disruptive? Aren't activists in the Free Palestine movement that they're not winning the hearts and minds of the general public when they block off highways, when they target shopping malls, museums, and hospitals, when they block access to airports, when they disrupt the Thanksgiving Day Parade, or when they harass people who are Christmas shopping? Cantor Bitton argues that causing such disruptions is intentional and that there is a clear strategy.

Josh Shron, host of the popular Israel Hour Radio, is Cantor Eyal Bitton's special guest in this episode of PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity. It's a meaningful and engaging conversation, with clips of great Israeli songs, as Josh Shron places the music of Israel post-Oct 7 into three categories: pain and loss, responses to the hostages, and unity.

Please visit Israel Hour Radio's playlist:
Songs of Operation Swords of Iron | שירי חרבות ברזל
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The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom.

PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms.

Howard Lovy is Cantor Eyal Bitton's special guest in this episode of PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity. Lovy is a journalist, book editor, audio producer, podcaster, ghostwriter, who is writing a new book titled "From Outrage to Action: A Practical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism".

The conversation looks at the surge in antisemitism following the October 7 massacre, the importance of defining and understanding antisemitism, recognizing it on the Left and on the Right, and the need to confront it and fight it. https://howardlovy.com/ The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom. PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms.

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The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom. PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on YouTube.

Marc Rosenberg, VP of Diaspora Partnerships at Nefesh B'Nefesh, is Cantor Eyal Bitton's special guest in this episode of PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity. Jews are moving from all around the world to Israel even after the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust, and even during a time of war. Why? What's motivating them? What role does antisemitism play? Are they running from something? Or are they running towards something? Is moving to Israel the answer for all Jews? What role should Israel play in the lives of American Jews?


The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Eyal Bitton or Congregation Neveh Shalom.

PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity is also available on YouTube.

In Proudly Jewish SPOTLIGHT, Cantor Eyal Bitton takes a look at people who are PROUDLY JEWISH and how they display their Jewish pride. In this episode, Cantor Bitton puts the spotlight on Jerry and Jessica Seinfeld, who have used their platform in support of Israel and the Jewish people. Their mission to Israel shortly after the October 7 massacre by Palestinian terror group, Hamas, showed leadership and pride. They have continued to call attention to the plight of the hostages, to the victims of the October 7 massacre, and to do their part to support the survival of the Jewish state.

PROUDLY JEWISH Podcast with Cantor Eyal Bitton is also available on YouTube.

The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Congregation Neveh Shalom.