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 203: The Book of Identity

Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein discuss how the early days in Egypt shaped the identity of the Jewish people.

11-14
22:03

Episode 202: From Family to Peoplehood

Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein discuss how the family narrative of the Book of Genesis evolves into a narrative of peoplehood in the Book of Exodus.

11-07
20:30

Episode 201: A Divine Cycle

Season 2 returns with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and Rabbi Ed Feinstein! In episode 1, they discuss the holiday season that just ended and look forward to studying the Book of Exodus.

10-31
17:49

Episode 30: Closing the Book of Genesis - Season One Finale

Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein wrap up season one discussing whether Genesis is an optimistic or pessimistic book and talk about the importance of its stories in our lives. Go to VBS.org/Podcast for more info!

05-16
22:59

Episode 29: Artistry, Unity, Genesis

In season one's penultimate episode, Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss Genesis in pop culture, reveal the Jewishness of The Godfather, and talk about why Jewish stories resonate so strongly.

05-09
21:31

Episode 28: Reconciliation of the Brothers

Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and Rabbi Ed Feinstein discuss Joseph and his brothers and how relationships, and people, can grow and change. Go to VBS.org/Podcast for more information!

05-02
13:20

Episode 27: Passover: Live Q & A

Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein answer Passover questions in front of a live audience. Chag Pesach Sameach! For more information, go to VBS.org/Podcast

04-25
24:23

Episode 26: Haggadah and the Four Sons

Passover is just around the corner! Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein talk about the Haggadah, the meaning of the four children section of the seder and what will be on their minds this Passover. Chag Sameach! For more information, go to VBS.org/Podcast.

04-18
20:13

Episode 25: Passover: Suffering and Joy Through Food

Passover is coming! Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein share tips for your seder, the themes of the holiday, and what it means to be Jewish. For more information about Valley Beth Shalom, please visit www.VBS.org. Please SHARE with your friends and loved ones.

04-11
23:31

Episode 24: How Do You End Life with a Blessing?

At the end of our lives, what kind of blessings do we hope for? How can we live in ways that make our lives a blessing for others? Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and Rabbi Ed Feinstein share the story of Jacob blessing his 12 sons and discuss how we can all leave a lasting legacy. For more information or to leave us a question, go to VBS.org/podcast.

04-04
19:04

Episode 23: For The Sake of Our Children

Rabbi Lebovitz is once again joined by Rabbi Ed Feinstein as they discuss the ideas around protecting and preparing for the future. Go to vbs.org/podcast to leave a question!

03-28
23:33

Episode 22: The Legacy of Esther

Chag Purim Sameach! Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and Cantor Jacqueline Rafii talk about the power of Esther's story and how it is more relevant than ever today.

03-21
13:37

Episode 21: What Happens When Dreams Meet Reality?

Torah on the Go returns with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and Cantor Jacqueline Rafii! Like Joseph, we try to make sense of our dreams. How can dreams help us grow? What from our dreams can we take into our daily lives? Go to VBS.ORG/PODCAST to connect with us!

03-14
15:54

Episode 20: Hardening of the Heart

Rabbi Lebovitz and Rabbi Feinstein talk about the hardening of Pharaoh's heart, free will, and their views of divine intervention. Go to VBS.org/Podcast for more information.

02-15
19:19

Episode 19: A Forward Looking People

Over the course of Jewish history, the Jewish people lived through many different cultures and societies. What have we taken from those cultures and what have we left behind? How can we continue to integrate into society yet remain distinctly Jewish? Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein discuss these ideas and more! Subscribe to Torah on the Go and follow us on Instagram: @torahonthegovbs. For more information, go to VBS.org/PODCAST.

02-08
24:15

Episode 18: 12 Brothers, 1 Blessing

Nothing describes the complexities of sibling relationships better than the story of Joseph. Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein break down Joseph's narrative and discuss what the Torah teaches us about the unique relationships between siblings. Go to vbs.org/podcast for more info! Follow Torah on the Go on Instagram: @torahonthegovbs

02-01
23:23

Episode 17: New Year for the Trees

Happy Tu B'Shevat! Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein talk about our responsibility to the Earth, how we think about protecting the environment, and the meaning of the New Year for the Trees. Go to VBS.org/podcast for more information!

01-25
22:14

Episode 16: What Marriage Brings

What can we learn from our in-laws? Rabbis Lebovitz and Feinstein compare Laban and Jethro as fathers-in-law and talk about all the blessings (and complexities) that come with extended family.

01-19
22:50

Episode 15: Saying The Things That Matter Most

Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and Rabbi Ed Feinstein talk about prayer; what it's for, what the Torah says about it, and how we can incorporate it in our own lives. Go to VBS.org/Podcast for more information and to leave a question! Follow @torahonthegovbs on Instagram for more.

01-11
19:52

Episode 14: When To Be Jacob, When To Be Israel

Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and Rabbi Ed Feinstein discuss the theme of trickery, how Jacob runs from his problems, and the power of facing adversity to become the person one is meant to become. Follow Torah on the Go wherever you get your podcasts.

01-04
18:59

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