For most, part of life's journey includes varying degrees of pain. Pain and suffering can often feel synonymous. What can we do to minimize this suffering and find meaning and purpose within our pain. As difficult as this may sound, this is the key to turning pain into power.
It is said that those who truly seek the truth will eventually find it. Today on Leap of Faith, Penina talks with Malka Shifra Golani whose journey from the religion of Santeria to Orthodox Judaism will have you on the edge of your seat.
Last week, after several terror attacks, Israel buried 3 of its sons; 2 soldiers and one infant baby. Several more were injured. How is it the the Arab terrorists seem to be able to murder Jews today whenever and wherever they want?
The new name for antisemitism is white oppression
In this week's show, Ross and Jono discuss the biblical injunction to wear fringes on the corners of one's garments and how that relates to a recent story in Israel. They also cover the Israeli startup that has found a way to create and market a visual fragrance. What would the Israeli music scene do without Roger Waters spewing hatred towards the Jewish State? Your hosts discuss his latest bullying of a performer, leading to tour cancellation by a Pink Floyd cover band. They also discuss Australia's bold decision to declare Jerusalem as the Capitol of Israel, 3D Printed steaks and a new non-binary, gender-neutral clothing line out of Tel Aviv. This and more in Fringes, Fragrances, & Floyd.
They kill.They maim. They act with impunity while timid Israel - more concerned with the sensitivities of the European Parliament than holy Jews who inhabit this land - ties the hands of an IDF that KNOWS how to handle those who wish us dead. A 'morning after' show includes discussion of the heartbreakingly short life of Amiad Yisroel - son/grandson of giants! - and a call to increasing action to put an end to the scourge which infects the Land.
The IDF: the most left-wing army in the world.
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dan Diker, Director of the Countering Political Warfare Project at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs to address potentially significant developments in relations between Israel and Arab neighbors in the Middle East and predominately Muslim nations in the strategic Sahel Region of Central Africa.
Howie gets real and talks about Antisemitism.
Orly tells you all about the things politicians do, and no one knows. . .
Why the UN has no definition of terror...
Europe is in Revolt with BREXIT, and France & Belgium's Yellow Vests. Why are they destroying their own cities? ...Also, Israel's Operation Northern Shield. How far does the Hezbollah-Iranian threat go?
When your Judaism means nothing more than eating Chinese food on Christmas and you’re looking for something more, where do you turn? In today’s debut episode, get to know Leap of Faith’s host, Penina Taylor as she share’s her own spiritual journey which brought her from a secular Jew to Christianity and Messianic Judaism to Torah Judaism.
Antisemitism is a protein problem. That is, it takes many forms and shapes and is sometimes not recognizable
There's more to Chanukah dreidels and donuts! The tribe of Yehudah makes tough choices, the same week as Yehudah the Maccabee faces down the despotic Achashverous. Coinciding episodes that altered the trajectory of Jewish history!!!
With Jew hatred at an all-time high in North America and Europe, terror tunnels from Lebanon, rockets from Gaza, Jews beaten in the streets of New York, where do you stand? Are you a Maccabi or a Hellenist?
United hatzalah, bringing safety and life everywhere they go. how an organisation can make a difference.
Rav Yitzchak and William discuss the flame, the wick, the oil and candles of Chanukah and how the Ohr HaGanuz (Hidden Light) comes and reveals the essence of all things. Finally, they interview Lauren Skae who has traveled all over the world seeking spirituality, only to arrive in Tzfat which she describes as the source of all wisdom.
The story of Hanukkah is not a fable. Real wars were fought and it took many battles and approx. 25 years to finally gain independence. How bloody was this war, who died, and who repented? Find out these fascinating facts of history that you probably have never heard regarding the REAL Hanukkah story!
Did you know that there was a FEMALE Maccabee? Hear this amazing story that helped spark the revolution against the occupying Syrian-Greek power in the Land of Israel. Also, a masterpiece of an article written by Rabbi Meir Kahane z"l on the hypocrisy of celebrating Hanukkah when one doesn't even observe the most basic commandments. You must hear this and share.
The secret of the Covenant.
Some people think that the holiday of Chanukah or Hanukkah, is the 'Jewish Christmas, Oh no! There can be nothing farther from the truth! On this show, Tamar speaks with her guests about the bloody wars that took place against the Assyrian-Greeks in order to have real religious freedom. THAT was the miracle, not just a flask of oil that burned for 8 days.
"There are only two ways to live your life. As though nothing is a miracle or as though everything is a miracle." ---Albert Einstein
It is getting ugly out there and for Jews, it's getting downright dangerous. An 'open season' for anti-Jewish/anti-Israel hate speech and unexpected violence. What can individuals do to make the world safer, kinder and less strident? Hints abound in both this weeks Torah portion and the retelling of the powerful story of the Chanukah miracles.
In this show, Jono and Ross discuss the results of an exit poll completed by participants of our recent Tanakh Tour. Respondents provided feedback on various aspects of the tour by answering a series of questions, and these are covered in detail on this show. If you are considering joining the Tanakh Tour 2019, then you will not want to miss this show!
It seems that the Trump Administration knows that its peace plan will fail so it is delaying its release.
recognizing the 29th of November, as the day that the state of Israel was recognized. Orly also talks about the Israeli and american strategic partnership.
The headline for this program came from an outcry at a gathering requested by Jewish high school students of school, and Jewish community defense groups in Woodbridge, Connecticut about virulent anti-Semitism from fellow non-Jewish students. Rod Bryant and Jerry Gordon of Israel News Talk Radio- Beyond the Matrix bring back Dr. Phyllis Chesler, noted American politically incorrect feminist, author and activist. . . READ MORE!
Walter presents to you how two distinguished commentators try to make sense of Israeli politics.
Hamas attacks, Hezbollah Missile threat, Iranian Nuclear threat, Bibi's failing government, the Migrant-Caravan pushing into the US southern border, and more! Current news events from the prospective of the messianic process! -with Rabbi Rabbi Mendel Kessin.
Why does Official Israel never combat Arab propaganda?
On this show, we learn that there is no 'HAPPILY EVER AFTER', but we CAN still save our relationship with our spouse, and go on to live happy and fulfilling lives TOGETHER.
How do I find the balance between taking care of myself and being there for others?
The earth is going through political, religious, and geopolitical convulsions and upheavals. Why? And who is behind it? With Paris in chaos and the US border on high alert, something's gotta give. A listener calls in with the answer.
The double-edged sword of leadership: Wisdom and strategy tempered by flesh-and-blood fallibility. Are today's leaders any wiser than our forefathers or the Roman generals who shaped history? Powerful thoughts to ponder at both the Thanksgiving and Shabbat tables!
Orly blesses the world and wishes everyone a very happy holiday!
Rod Bryant and Jerry Gordon of Israel News Talk Radio - Beyond the Matrix bring back Dr. Rafael Medoff, director of the David S. Wyman Institute for Holocaust Studies, to discuss the important educational impact of comic books by Stan Lee and other talented cartoonists and writers. That is the subject of “We Spoke Out: Comic Books and the Holocaust”, co-authored by Neal Adams, Medoff and Craig Yoe. Stan Lee wrote the forward and afterword for “We Spoke Out”.
The South of Israel burns and Bibi looks on. If he cannot or will not defeat the enemy, he must make way for someone who can.
PM Netanyahu is still holding his government together, but for how long? And is his defense strategy working to keep Israel safe? Tamar debates the issue with Alan Silver
The UN's rituals of anti-Jew hatred.
The government is shakey and may go to new elections. The Hamas in Gaza is emboldened and are claiming a clear victory against Israel, and antisemitism is growing stronger around the world. Also, the 'caravans' that have reached Mexico on their w
To what degree are we who we are because of the choices that we make in life? According to Maimonides: "We each decide whether to make ourselves learned or ignorant, compassionate or cruel, generous or miserly. No one forces us. No one decides for us, no one drags us along one path or the other. We are responsible for what we are."
Polls show that Israel's leadership has failed in the eyes of the people of Israel. With the resignation of the defense minister, and as the dominoes fall, Israel will be going to new elections. Where did the government leaders go wrong?
An attack in a synagogue is a terrible thing but it should be seen in context and not used as a political tool to push an agenda
Orly talks about Israels leadership and wild fires in California
Relentless missile fire from Gaza, toddlers huddling in bomb-shelters, resignations, ultimatums and smarmy run-off elections. What does the Torah teach us about lifting up both ourselves and our communities during these distressing days?
The fact Israel has to negotiate with the Hamas in Gaza shows the terrorists still enjoy power, can open up fire anytime they want on Israel, and thus nothing much was achieved by this capitualtion.
Tamar slams the current policy of the Government with its targeted hits on empty buildings in Gaza. So what is the answer? Tamar lays it down with passion and fire!
Gordon spoke of encounter with the parents of his freshman roommate at Boston University the father of whom was one those incarcerated at a Nazi concentration camp and released after his wife bribed the Nazi camp commandant.
Social Justice is something that most all of us value, but Left-Wing Liberals are taking it too far with without 'borders' and proper guide lines on how to implement it, thus enabling the 'progressive movement' to eat away at personal freedoms, safety, and justice.
The mystery of Gaza and the Death Penalty
"The pure righteous do not complain of the dark, but increase the light; they do not complain of evil, but increase justice; they do not complain of heresy, but increase faith; they do not complain of ignorance, but increase wisdom." ---Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook
100 years ago today, the GREAT WAR (AKA WWI ) ended. It was a war that changed the map of the world. It drew up lines here, in the middle east, by Britain and France, where they divvied up the territory amongst themselves (taking the spoils) that we are still suffering from today. - something to think about!
All schismatic sects must be resisted.
11 innocent victims DEAD, with more hurt and terribly injured. So .....WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE?
Joshua Wander has served as a commander in the IDF and an officer in the US Air Force. A native of Pennsylvania, he graduated from a rabbinical college in Israel with a Bachelor of Talmudic Law and subsequently earned a Masters in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh. Politically in Israel, he has served as an adviser in the Knesset, he is a central committeeman for the Jewish Home Party, and has served as the online content editor for the Jerusalem Post. In the US, he was an elected State Constable and a Committeeman. He was also once the Republican nominee for Mayor of Pittsburgh. He is the commander of the Jewish War Veterans in Israel and a certified NRA instructor. He’s married with 6 children and lives on the Mount of Olives! He currently works as a public relations consultant and expert in Israel advocacy.
Orly interviews a 'Healer'. . .
Rozenstein is the author of a compelling engrossing, well documented timely book. “Jews Make the Best Demons, the ‘Palestine and The Jewish Question”. Rozenstein explains the meaning behind the title – the transformation of the old Antisemitism into the New Antisemitism of Anti-Zionism with Israel as the World Jew.
Howie takes on Atheism with a fiery show examining the question, can you be an atheist and still be Jewish. Not for the faint hearted, this show is hot!
Walter reports on a serious attempt to achieve interfaith cooperation, tolerance and respect for other religions. Sometimes however there are cases when politics can get in the way. Also: As this week's Torah reading is Lech Lecha, Gods command to Abraham to leave his father's house and go to a place he will show him; so you'll hear a true and very moving modern Lech Lecha story. Not to be missed.
"Israel and the Diaspora -We Need to Talk We share a heritage. And a future. But we don’t always see things the same way." - This year's theme of the GA held in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Intermarriage, The Jews Cardinal National Sin and the fraud of a "Palestinian village."
Did you know that some Christian Arabs are serving in the IDF? Many of them have received threats from people in their villages, but still more are enlisting. Why? Tamar speaks with Amit Barak, a consultant on Christian enlistment in the IDF. He shares stories on how Israeli Arab Christians are serving, what branches they are in, and the challenges they face when they return home from the army.
Recently, a local meeting of the Labour Party was held in London. People who wanted to attend the meeting were refused entry if they had 'Jewish sounding' names. Even if they showed their tickets, and even if they were journalists wanting to report on the event, they were turned away and refused entry if suspected to be Jews. One Jewish man protesting outside the building who was wearing an Israeli flag draped around him was attacked by a man that tried to set it on fire while the man was still wearing the flag. It brings back gruesome memories when again, Anti-Semites in Europe are trying to set Jews on fire, What is the situation, and the future of Jews in the UK?
"We share a heritage; but that doesn't mean we're alike," says the directors of Jewish Federation of North America's General Assembly. Imposing values that are NOT authentically Jewish, the Diaspora-Israel dialogue becomes even more fractured. Are we still one nation under G-d? Or is there a new religion called Jew-Ish?
Orly talks about the issues on the table regarding the recent rocket attacks on Israel from Gaza, Saudia Arabia, and the famine that's taking placein Yemen + more!
To find out the answers to this questions, Rod Bryant and Jerry Gordon of Israel News Talk Radio – Beyond the Matrix interviewed noted Washington, DC defense technology expert, award-winning Reagan era former Defense official, and Asia Times columnist Dr. Stephen Bryen. Bryant and Gordon are, respectively, former US Army air defense and military intelligence specialists. Bryen discusses the circumstances behind Russia’s blaming Israel for Syria’s downing of a Russian Ilyushin reconnaissance plane and crew. . . READ MORE!
A rocket attack in Be'er Sheva from Gaza. How much longer can Israel allow Hamas to launch rockets into the Israeli population? Howie calls for the eradication of Hamas and the liberation of Southern Israel.
How this programme sets the record straight about the falsified Palestinian Arab claim about the 'catastrophe', the Nakba, of their story of the forceful expulsion from this land in 1948. Walter and his guest tell you who created the Nakba.
It is 30 days since our friend & INTR show host, Ari Fuld, was murdered by an Arab terrorist. In Judaism, the the 30th day is marked as the 'Shloshim'. What happens during the first 30 days after a death, according to Jewish law? What do the surviving members of a family do, what are their obligations and where does the soul of the departed go? We tackle this difficult subject as we speak with one of the best friends of Ari Fuld, as he shares his memories, and talks about the legacy that Ari left behind.
The weather is getting colder, and that means it's time to get some good books to curl up to next to the fire with. There is not a wide variety of really good novels in the Jewish fiction genre. So when one comes along, it's nice to tell others about it. Check out 'Come Back For Me' by Sharon Hart-Green.
Some interpret that the war of Gog and Magog will come from the NORTH, and they speak about Meshech and Tuval - and Meshech -or could it be, 'Moscow', is DIRECTLY north of Israel. Syria too is on Israel's northern border, and a bit to the east. Syria is also showed in recent news headlines that they are emboldened now that they have mostly beat the rebels, and will soon turn its eyes on the Golan in Israel, wanting to capture it for themselves. Will Russia help them? What does this all portend? Or does it mean nothing?
"Your fellow man is your mirror. If your own face is clean, the image you perceive will also be flawless. But should you look upon your fellow man and see a blemish, it is your own imperfection that you are encountering. You are being shown what it is that you must correct within yourself." . . .
Orly speaks to Judge Francis Simon, about Brett Kavanaugh and other smart stuff, so make sure to tune in!
Howie bemoans North American Jewish apathy. He talks about terrorism and Nikki Haley leaving the UN. It's a wild and exciting show!
Rod Bryant and Jerry Gordon interview Dan Diker, former Secretary General of the World Jewish Congress, and now Director of the Program to Counter Political Warfare at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs. Diker is the editor of the Defeating Denormalization—Shared Palestinian and Israeli Perspectives on a New Path to Peace. . .
Academia in the United States has become the stronghold of the BDS movement. Israel will overcome but the United States will be harmed by the decline of academic standards and freedom.
In this episode, Jono and Ross share some feedback from their listeners. They love to hear from you all by the way, so thanks for taking the time to write! Your hosts cover the sad news that Ambassador Nikki Haley will be stepping down from her position at the United Nations. Gerard Butler is heading to Israel and the BDS folks are scared to say anything to him. Ross and Jono also share the news of an exciting archeological discovery in Jerusalem and 3 Israeli companies listed among the top 50 genius companies of 2018. Don't miss Fan Mail and Farewells!
On today's show David will be speaking with Gedaliah Blum from No2BDS about "Coexistence" terminology. Many Israel advocates are stating that Barkan industrial park is an island of peace and coexistence. But is that the fact and what does coexistence actually mean?
Hundreds of thousands dead in Syria, populations displaced in Arab countries, and a change over of Europe from the Church to the Mosque. And then there is antisemitism and horrific terror attacks. With all of these things happening, why is nothing really changing?
What do you when the lights go out, when you can't leave your home, and when you have an emergency situation on your hands? The government and emergency services can't be relied upon when things get bad, whether from a natural disaster or G-d forbid, a war, so what do you do?
The Lubavicher Rebbe wrote "When the soul is starved for nourishment, it lets us know with feelings of emptiness, anxiety or yearning."
The Leadership must put an end to Arab attacks on Israelis. Some say it's all Netanyahu's fault, and though the power is ultimately in the Leasdership's hands, don't we, the People, also have to share a little of the blame for tolerating inaction from our government? And where are the rest of the Jews around the world? What actions and corrections do they need to make? . . .
Two weeks after his death and still thousands of social media posts all over the web are revealing more more details about the amazing life of Ari Fuld. . . .
We take callers and talk about the family of the Arab Terrorist.
Thousands of Evangelical Christians march in Jerusalem to support Israel. Too bad there aren't more Jews showing that kind of support
In this episode, Jono and Ross discuss Ross' present stay in the wilderness of Israel. As many of our listeners know, Ross is volunteering at Biblical Tamar Park, located at the site of ancient Tamar (Ezekiel 47:19; 48:28), only a few miles / kilometers from the famous Ascent of Scorpions (Numbers 34:1-4; Joshua 15:1-3; Judges 1:33-36). They discuss Ross' encounter with some of the region's most feared inhabitants - camel spiders, scorpions, and serpents! You don't want to miss this week's show - Spiders, Scorpions, and Serpents - Oh My!
Goodbye for now to family and friends in Johannesburg: Will the year be, merely, business-as-usual or can we experience deeper, more meaningful relationships and personal growth? And why doesn't Andrea wear tefillin/phylacteries? All this and more as we celebrate the beginning of a new year!
Calling all angels, life is too short to wait and watch.
“It can be done” the rescue of Jews from Nazi Occupied Europe during the holocaust, Listen to Rod Bryant and Jerry Gordon interview returning guest Dr. Rafael S. Medoff, director of the David S. Wyman Institute on Holocaust discuss the 75th Anniversary of the rescue of 7,000 Danish Jews in October 1943 that demonstrate the infamy of the US British Bermuda Conference in April of that year convened but failed come up with options to rescue Jews because it would divert resources from the war effort defeating the Nazis. . .
In the 1st segment, Ari Fuld HY"D talks about 'Standing Together' and how he came to dedicate himself to the cause. He also talks about how he rushes TO danger, to help save others ...reminiscent of his final moments.
David talks about Ari Fuld HY"D.
Rod Bryant and Jerry Gordon interview Mudar Zahran, Secretary General of the Jordanian Opposition Council. The interview was inspired by Zahran’s amazing recent speech before the European Parliament addressing why BDS has impoverished Palestinians and why Israel constitutes an economic and military security force for good in the region. The Youtube of Zahran’s speech was viewed by upwards of 250,000 across the Middle East . . .
Celebrating Sukkot outside of Israel illuminates different aspects of the joyous holiday. Andrea touches upon the symbolism of the four species and focuses upon the importance of rain and what it means in our relationships with others.
Orly recognizes that at this moment of history we need to come to terms with reality and play nice. Orly also reads a letter she wrote to the Secretary General Kofi Annan.
This week the cinema film "Operation Finale", about the capture of Eichman, opens all over Israel with Ben Kingsley as Eichman and Oscar Isaak as Peter Malkin who captured him. It's a production with lots of artistic license. . .
An interview between Ari Fuld and Jono recorded in January.
Antisemitism is a protean phenomenon. That is, it takes many forms. Two seemingly unrelated faces of antisemitism are the murderous attacks on Jews in Israel and the growing antisemitism on American campuses - the place where future American leadership is being educated and brainwashed. We can never let down our guard against growing hatred of Jews.
Oslo's Treasonous Left and Barbaric Islam
Shock & tears. How do we internalize the horrific and brutal death of our beloved brother and colleague, Ari Fuld who was murdered by a terrorist in Gush Etzion today (Sunday, Sept. 16th, 2018)? Ari was a not just a terror victim, he was a HERO who while wounded, chased after the terrorist and shot him so he could not continue to hurt & kill others. Tamar does a two-hour special dedicated to Ari Fuld. She speaks with his friends and colleagues, and reaches out to you for ACTION! Find out what that is that she is begging of you to do to honor Ari.