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In These Times with Rabbi Ammi Hirsch

In These Times with Rabbi Ammi Hirsch

By: Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
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Every other week, Rabbi Ammi Hirsch hosts intellectually honest conversations unpacking current events through the lens of Jewish wisdom and values. Unbound by politics and untethered by party lines, Ammi and his distinguished guests discuss everything from foreign affairs and antisemitism to politics and pop culture. This show is recorded from New York’s Stephen Wise Free Synagogue, a historic Reform congregation deeply rooted in liberalism, support for Israel and social justice.

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Episodes
  • Nadav Eyal

    Nadav Eyal
    Feb 26 2026

    Award-winning journalist Nadav Eyal helps us understand why regimes like Iran's are so threatened by dissent and debate — the lifeblood of democracy — and how that clash with Western values is unfolding across the Middle East.



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    55 mins
  • Liz Hirsh Naftali

    Liz Hirsh Naftali
    Feb 12 2026

    After Hamas terrorists murdered Abigail’s parents, they abducted the three-year-old and held her hostage in Gaza for 51 days. Her great-aunt, Liz Hirsh Naftali, shares how she transformed from grieving family member into relentless advocate, traveling the world to fight for Abigail’s release and for the return of every hostage.



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    45 mins
  • Guy Vaknin

    Guy Vaknin
    Jan 22 2026

    Chef Guy Vaknin is the culinary visionary behind a family of inventive vegan restaurants rooted in hospitality, artistry and feeding people well. Since October 7th, his restaurants and his family have been targeted by the same community that once celebrated his success — not because of his politics, but because of his Israeli identity.



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    45 mins
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