Standing at Heaven’s Gate – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
We are rapidly approaching the Yamim Noraim - High Holy Days. Will they merely be a calendar pit-stop or will something change for us, our families, our communities?
Law & Order in a Perfect World – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
The Torah commands us to "create justice". Is this even possible when each man possesses different biases, strengths, deficits and status? Tzedek, tzedek! Justice is not an 'end game' but a perpetual work in progress. No one - individual or society - is exempt!
Morning Has Broken! – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
The Israeli public has expressed, by majority vote, a call for bringing Jewish values, Jewish identity and Jewish tradition to the fore.
14NOV2024 – Pull Up A Chair [audio]
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Inching Toward “Awe” – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Despite Covid, it's all good or, indeed, as good as we make it! With the High Holy Days in sight, Andrea visits tales of goodness, outreach and where/what/how we can tether our aspirations to tomorrow's blessings.
TEARS & TRIUMPH: ISRAEL TURNS 70 – Pull Up A Chair [audio]
Israel commemorates her dead warriors. . .
Men & Angels – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Can any of us alter history or should all outcomes be left to Heaven? Crazy questions for crazy times!
The Cost of Holiness – Pull Up A Chair [audio]
Is 'holiness' conferred or merited? The soldiers and citizens of Israel remain determined and hopeful, despite a seemingly endless "trial by fire"!
In. Your. Face. – Pull Up A Chair [audio]
The most powerful week on the Israeli secular calendar is one that storms the Heavens and screams "ZIONISM"!
“Prayer, Hope & Awe: A Rosh HaShanah Primer” – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Is praying to G-d enough to ensure a positive outcome during these Days of Awe or, perhaps, do we have obligations to one another? Andrea explores the difference between the reflective Rosh HaShanah and the revelry-infused celebrations that herald in the secular year.
The Gift of Giving – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Investing more of ourselves into the betterment of society, one thing is certain: You can't get it wrong! The Torah agrees! Everyone wants to be thought of kindly and by exercising the art of giving - money, time, provisions - everyone wins.
Standing at the Cusp – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
The season of blessings is about to commence. Are you opting in-or-out? Fence-straddlers not welcome!
Bombs, Bigots and Blamers – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
As usual, the world points a collective finger at Israel.
Out of Africa – Pull Up a Chair! [audio]
Driving on the wrong side of the road and coming home.
No Parity: The War at Hand – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Defending herself again accusations of disproportionate violence, practicing apartheid and other blood libels, Israel remains a moral beacon in a world that is either blind to or complicit with those who seek our destruction.
Erev Shabbos Shmooze – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Andrea and best buddy Simon Anstey kick back and solve all of the world's problems. Israeli culture, political unrest, aliyah and international relations are just of few of the hot-button topics they touch upon, peppered with gales of laughter, of course!
Fresh Canvas: Start Painting! – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Closing days of the Jewish new year give offer unprecedented opportunities for (re)creating a world rife with love, acceptance and miraculous adventure. Are we ready for the challenge?
Not By Bread Alone – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Relying on miracles is a dangerous policy. Relying only on ourselves is equally futile. The ironclad partnership between Israel and the Creator is the recipe for blessings and fulfillment of His eternal promise.
The Chametz Purge – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
'Spring-cleaning' or 'soul cleansing'? Removing chametz refers to more than cookie crumbs and pasta. Arrogance, entitlement and other ego-fueled mindsets block the path to humility and holiness.
Jewish Literacy 101 – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Too many Jewish politicians and pundits challenge the democratically elected leaders of Israel about policy and procedure while knowing nothing of our shared history and Torah law.
In the Beginning – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Celebrating her 100th show, Andrea shares insights from the Torah portion, Bereishit, first of the Five Books! In keeping with the 'newness' theme, ideas of how to keep the fresh feelings from the High Holy Days alive in our day-to-day dealings and thoughts.
Fighting Fear With Faith – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
A deeper look into the tragedies that befell the Ninth of Av and what we can do to hasten the Redemption.
Testing God, Testing Self – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Did the spies have to enter the Promised Land? Who gave them that assignment and did the punishment fit the 'crime'? Also: Is happiness or negativity a produce of nature or nurture? Sensitivity to others is a habit that, for many, requires vigilance and honing.
Fear, Awe and Apologies – Pull Up A Chair [audio]
Does love mean never having to say "I'm sorry"? Emphatically, Judaism says "No"! Peace and harmony can only emerge after we embrace humility and clear away any discord that remains between one another.
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood! – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Is 'nostalgia' all it's cracked up to be? Were the Jews of yesterday so much better? Also, the beauty of Israel's magical North and the special boys and girls who take care of the country's children with special needs.
Happiest Day of the Year! – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Forget about 'deprivation': Yom Kippur is all about personal potential, myriad opportunities and God's belief that we are worthy of redemption.
Good News from the Good Land – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
Not everything is bleak in this corner of the Middle East! Abundant winter rains, friendly - and secret - visits from "enemies", terror victims that refuse to 'play victim' and more a Torah portion that celebrates our unfolding journey toward people-hood and redemption.
Standing at the Gate – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
The Redemption depends on awareness, clarity and action. No one among us is exempt!
PEOPLE WHO NEED PEOPLE – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
This week’s special “You Gotta Meet” guest is Lesley Kaplan, business mentor and founder of L.A.K. Creations & Consulting.
Of Ideals and Idols – Pull Up a Chair [audio]
How can a people who experienced exodus from bondage and the splitting of the seas build and worship a golden bovine? Dopiness vs. Destiny as we inch our way toward the Festival of Freedom.
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