Torah on the Go

Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz (@rabbinolan) hosts "Torah on the Go" - a podcast presented by Valley Beth Shalom clergy. Wherever you are, you can listen and learn with VBS clergy as they discuss the weekly parsha, the news, Jewish topics and more. For more information, go to vbs.org/podcast

Episode 230: The End of Exodus

SEASON FINALE - Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein wrap up Season Two with their final thoughts on the Book of Exodus.Enjoying the podcast? Support VBS at vbs.org/donate.

05-22
14:13

Episode 229: Women of Exodus

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein are joined by Rabbi Yael Aranoff and Cantor Jacqueline Rafii to talk about the oft overlooked stories of women in Exodus.

05-15
25:04

Episode 228: The Golden Calf

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein break down the most infamous moment of the Exodus narrative.Enjoying the podcast? Support VBS at vbs.org/donateFor more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this podcast and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

05-08
14:05

Episode 227: Holy Furniture

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss the holy items that define religious practice following the events at Mount Sinai.Enjoying the podcast? Support VBS at vbs.org/donate.For more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

05-01
20:27

Episode 226: Tackling the Tabernacle

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss Parsha Terumah and how we elevate our sacred spaces.Enjoy the podcast? Support VBS at vbs.org/donate.

04-24
16:35

Episode 225: Divinity in Responsibility

Does building a fence around a swimming pool bring you closer to the Divine? Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss the laws of Parsha Mishpatim.Enjoy the podcast? Support VBS at vbs.org/donate.For more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

04-17
18:12

Episode 224: Passover - Memory and History

Chag Sameach! Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss the differences between the Exodus narrative as we read in the Torah and the Passover story we read in the Haggadah. They also give their best tips for a great Seder!Enjoying the podcast? Support VBS at vbs.org/donateGo to vbs.org/podcast for more information.

04-10
19:23

Episode 223: The Ten Commandments

Why are rules so important? Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein discuss the meaning of the Ten Commandments and how it brings us closer to the Divine.Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donateFor more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

04-03
20:23

Episode 222: Getting Ready for Revelation

How does one prepare to receive the Torah? Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss what was going through the minds of the Jewish people as they awaited revelation.Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donateFor more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

03-27
10:00

Episode 221: Moses and His Father-in-Law

Great leaders need great mentors. Before Moses was ready to lead more than a flock of sheep, he took advice from his father-in-law, Yitro.Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donateFor more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

03-20
13:54

Episode 220: Exodus and Purim

There is a cosmic connection between the Book of Exodus and the Book of Esther. Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein explore that connection in this Purim-themed episode. Chag Sameach!Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donateFor more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

03-13
23:20

Episode 219: What is this Stuff?

Ever wonder what manna actually was? Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss all you need to know about the stuff from heaven.Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donateFor more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

03-06
20:05

Episode 218: Splitting of the Sea

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss the chaotic moments that faced the Jewish people as they stood between the Sea of Reeds and the Egyptian army.Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donateFor more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please LIKE this video and SHARE it with your friends and loved ones.

02-27
19:42

Episode 217: Delicious Details of Our Delivery

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein drill down on often overlooked narrative pieces of our delivery from Egypt.Go to vbs.org/podcast for more information.Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donate

02-20
18:04

Episode 216: The Wonder of God's Power

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein take a deep dive inside the 10 plagues.Go to vbs.org/podcast for more information.Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donate

02-13
22:17

Episode 215: The Four Verbs of Redemption

How do we understand the process of redemption from slavery? Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein explore the verbs of God's plan to free the Jewish people. Go to vbs.org/podcast for more information. Enjoying the podcast? Support Valley Beth Shalom at vbs.org/donate

02-06
14:51

Episode 214: The First Jewish Committee

When Moses returns to Egypt after decades in the desert, he discovers his biggest challenges lie not with Pharoah, but with his own people. For more information, go to vbs.org/podcast

01-30
17:52

Episode 213: Accepting the Call

When greatness calls, what does it sound like? Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein discuss the moment Moses is called by God at the Burning Bush. Go to vbs.org/podcast for more information.

01-23
18:21

Episode 212: Healing After Fire

After a week of tragedy and devastation in Los Angeles, Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein share a piece of learning in hopes of providing comfort during this difficult time. If you or someone you know is in need of support, please do not hesitate to reach out to VBS at (818) 788-6000 or info@vbs.org. Go to vbs.org/la-fires for resources related to emergency services and Jewish community support programs.

01-16
15:07

Episode 211: On the Road to Midian

Moses' journey out of Egypt lands him in the wilderness of the desert. Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein discuss what Moses finds there and how that shapes him into the leader he ultimately becomes.

01-09
21:15

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