Remember What's Next

Rabbi Spiro and Ellie discuss an overview of the past couple of years, where we are in history in this moment and how we see it in terms of prophecy and Jewish history. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can underst...

In this episode Rabbi Spiro and Ellie are exploring what the word "lost" means in terms of the 10 Tribes and why they matter today. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can understand what is happening now a...

A special pre-High Holiday episode exploring what the Jewish idea of truth is and why it's a central idea to Rosh Hashana and so important in our world today. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can understand wh...

When we explore our history we find so many ages where Jews were forced to convert, hide, leave or otherwise mask their Judaism to survive. Where are those people today and how do we know they have Jewish roots? Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we ar...

Rabbi Spiro and Ellie Bass discuss the who, what, where, when and how of this cornerstone ancient technology that we know as prophecy and how it matters for our world today. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can un...

Rabbi Spiro gives us an overview of where we are now after the 12 Day War and what we need to keep in front of mind about the enemy we currently face. Join us as we unpack the theological crossroads, cultural intersections, and the evolving conversation between Catholicism and Judaism—past, present, and future. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Chu...

What happens when two of the world’s oldest and most influential religions—Judaism and Catholicism—stand side by side? Today, we explore the shared roots, divergent paths, painful history, and surprising points of connection between these two traditions. From ancient Israel to Vatican II, from the Hebrew Bible to the New Testament, and from centuries of tension to moments of true dialogue, we ask:...

Part 2! Egypt is one of the most historied and longest existing places in the world. It's pivotal to understand the history of this place in order to know what's happening now. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, s...

Egypt is one of the most historied and longest existing places in the world. It's pivotal to understand the history of this place in order to know what's happening now. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can...

We often imagine Jordan as an ancient kingdom that goes back centuries, but it's a new nation state that has an unusual history. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can understand what is happening now and plan f...

This week we dive into the history of Gaza, who owns it, who has ruled it and how is it such a central part of what is happening in the world today? Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can understand what is happenin...

As we enter a radical revolution in technology since the industrial revolution does progress always mean we will be kinder and more ethical? Why is monotheism a marker of a moral civilization? Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way...

Part 3 - This week we are continuing into the long and storied history of Christianity. What is the modern relationship between Christians and Jews and why? Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can understand what is...

Part 2 - This week we are delving into the long and storied history of Christianity. We are beginning thousands of years ago and looking into the historical figure of Jesus and who the first proponents of this religion were and how it related to the Jewish narrative. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can lo...

This week we are delving into the long and storied history of Christianity. We are beginning thousands of years ago and looking into the historical figure of Jesus and who the first proponents of this religion were and how it related to the Jewish narrative. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the f...

What is Turkey and who actually runs it? How does it now figure into what is happening in Syria and The Middle East and who will they align with - the Sunnis or the Shiites in this historical shift of allegiances and borders right now. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are...

Is Syria a nation? What is the ancient and modern history of this failed state and how does it impact what is possible now that it has been fundamentally dismantled? Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can understand...

What a night. Rabbi Ken Spiro and Ellie discuss the election results and how the Middle East is impacted with a change in the US Administration and what we can see coming from what happened in the last few decades. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we...

Join us for a discussion and look as the history of the relationship between the US and Israel in this pre-election episode. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see.” so we are going all the way back, so we can understand what is happening now and plan for the f...

Season 4 kicks off with a macro view of where in Jewish history we are right now. Sometimes it's hard to recognize we are literally living through seismic historical events when you are right in the middle of it. This is what is happening right now for the Jewish people and seeing where we are on the historical timeline helps us understand why the stakes are so high and what we can do to move thin...

This week we are delving into the history and definition of the terms Dati Leumi, Religious Zionism, Modern Orthodox and Mizrachi to name a few. Who is this important section of the religious community and why do we know so little about it in North America? Want more history? Go back and listen to this series from the beginning, as Winston Churchill once said “The farther back you can look, the fa...

A bit of a continuation of the last episode. What are Western Values? What is it about America and Israel that people both love and hate? How do we make sure we don't fall prey to what ended the other great empires and countries of history? Register for the new Weekly Jewish History Crash Course on Zoom with Rabbi Ken Spiro ⁠⁠https://www.myjfi.com/events-and-classes⁠⁠ Check out more about Rabb...

What is really going on between Israel and Iran? Is western democracy really what we think it is, and why are America and Israel seen as partners? Perhaps liberal values are not what we thought they were... This week we are learning the history of Lebanon and Hezbollah and trying to understand why they are involved at all in this war. Register for the new Weekly Jewish History Crash Course on Zoom...

This week we are learning the history of Lebanon and Hezbollah and trying to understand why they are involved at all in this war. Register for the new Weekly Jewish History Crash Course on Zoom with Rabbi Ken Spiro https://www.myjfi.com/events-and-classes Check out more about Rabbi Ken Spiro and his work at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www. KenSpiro.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about Ellie Bass and her wo...

In this episode, Rabbi Ken Spiro and Ellie Bass explore the evolving political landscape of Western Jewish communities, particularly in the wake of the October 7, 2023, events. The discussion delves into the shifting political affiliations among Jews, with a noticeable trend towards the political right as concerns about antisemitism and Israel's security become more pronounced. The hosts exami...