E Pluribus Unum

Passover is a recognition of history and a look forward to the future. Can other cultures learn from the Jewish connection to history? Plus, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks on Morality, the mixed bags that people are, and analysis of a January 6th parody song.     Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

We delve into the heavy topics of the day, like the heated debate currently being waged on Tik Tok, and what shoe box branding can tell us about our modern culture.    Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

Whoopi Goldberg's comments about the nature of the Holocaust were wrong, but almost not as troubling as what "View" co-host Ana Navarro said. And, when will sites like Spotify get off their high horses about dangerous misinformation?   Parler: @EPluribusUnumpodcast Instagram: @EPluribusUnumpodcast  Facebook: @EPluribusUnumpodcast

Why we really need to stop using the term Nazi to describe everyone we disagree with, and how should we be using the teachings from MLK to best honor his memory. Plus, a lesson we can learn from the Israelites' propensity to complain in the wilderness after the Exodus.   Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

The annoying tendency of rabbis and other Jewish leaders to "condemn bigotry and hatred of all kinds" when anti-Jewish incidents occur. Plus, lessons from this week's Torah portion, including the purpose of freedom, taking responsibility for our choices, and not acting out of fear.    Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

The debate surrounding abortion - like so many other issues - has become a black/white, yes/no discussion. But, is it possible there is room for some nuance, or at least the ability to understand the other perspective?   Plus, more Instagram memes and an exciting personal announcement!   Instagram: @EPluribusUnumpodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumpodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumpodcast

Dissecting the self love/ "treat yoself"/"You are enough" messages heard so frequently today. And, a thought on Thanksgiving.   IG: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

Systemic racism in the NFL and cheating in the MLB. Who said politicians get to have all of the fun?   Articles used in this episode:  NFL Payout Bias Astros Cheating Scandal Explained    Connect on social media! Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

Studying history teaches us others' past mistakes, and hopefully how to not repeat them. It also lets us know that there's nothing new under the sun, which should be reassuring as we grapple with the issues of life. Plus, BLM and I agree on an issue.    Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, the Jewish High Holidays, are commonly thought of as solemn days of repentance. In truth, they are joyous days celebrating our return to God. The secularization of the world is at the root of all problems, and a return to God can have larger implications than the personal relationship reestablished on the Jewish High Holidays.    Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

Observations of campers at summer camp lead to ruminations on luck, gratitude, fairness, and equity. Join Emily for an in-the-moment contemplation of these hot-button concepts. Plus, a truly bi-partisan issue we can all support.   Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast  IG: @EPluribusUnumPodcast   "Always be a little kinder than necessary."   

Is it possible to have too much freedom? Also, a YA novel with a pro-gun message and why socialists are secretly the most patriotic Americans.   Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

The phrase "birthing person" is turning us into the society The Handmaid's Tale warned us about. Plus, living in our own bubbles, buying things from China, and wisdom from Ethics of the Fathers: "If not now, when?"   Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast  Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

As the multitude of rainbow flags indicate, it's Pride Month! We talk about the sincerity of businesses that sell rainbow colored everything, what it means to have pride, and why people make their sexual orientation their whole identity.    Instagram: @EPluribusUnumpodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumpodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumpodcast

In this episode I answer the burning question: why don't all Jews celebrate Sigd? Plus, it's "my body my choice," but not when it comes to the COVID vaccine, apparently. I also talk about Israel, explaining why it it NOT an apartheid state and wonder why the world hates that tiny little country so much. And, what a Jewish philosophy can teach us about the absurdity of the idea of cultural appropriation.    Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

Disneyland has updated its employee dress code to be more inclusive, and several of its attractions are changing to fix the problems of outdated cultural depictions and non-consensual kissing. It seems we might be taking the actions of animatronic figures a tad too seriously.    Instagram: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Facebook: @EPluribusUnumPodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumPodcast

Regina King was more right than she thought when she assumed viewers wanted to tune away from the political preachiness of the Oscars. Plus, why proposals and birth control are empowering for women, and a quick tip on how to respond to the dreaded "have you gotten your vaccine?" question.   Instagram: @EPluribusUnumpodcast Facebook: @ EPluribusUnumpodcast Parler: @EPluribusUnumpodcast

Leviticus 19:2 says, "You shall be holy, for I, the Lord, your God, am holy." What does holiness look like? It is more achievable than we may think, and equally so for people of all (and no) faiths.   Follow the podcast and send a message to Emily: Instagram @epluribusunumpodcast Facebook: @epluribusunumpodcast Parler: @epluribusunumpodcast

A book by Jodi Picoult sparks a discussion about abortion, conspiracy theories, and our choice of what lenses we use to view others.

Can companies please stop preaching at us? I want to buy scented soaps without being berated for my "privilege."  Filling out a government form made me think: do we know what race is?