Center of Gravity

It's "6-7" weekend and in this edition of "Center of Gravity," Rabbi Eric Yanoff explores the significance of seemingly meaningless cultural references, like the recent "6-7" meme, in fostering connections among the next generation. Rabbi Yanoff discusses the importance of listening to children, recognizing their insights, and treating them as partners in dialogue...

With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode of “Center of Gravity” explores the role of mental health support within the synagogue community. Rabbi Eric Yanoff and Rebecca Millner discuss transforming mental health care by integrating it into community, the importance of destigmatizing mental health, and expanding support networks beyond traditional boundaries. Watch the video versi...

March Madness meets Mascot Madness! In this episode of "Center of Gravity," Rabbi Eric Yanoff looks back at his time as the Princeton Tiger mascot. He then reflects on what it means to represent a group of people and the responsibility of being a dugma. Watch the video version on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2or9gjQ9icSXGiTNwyMS1O?si=-elO6HN9Q4-mQItdpQQU4A and YouTube https://yo...

This episode of "Center of Gravity" explores the profound role of humor in Jewish life, especially around Purim, highlighting how laughter serves as a tool for connection, resilience, and truth-telling. Rabbi Eric Yanoff of Adath Israel shares stories, jokes, and insights on how humor helps us cope with adversity and celebrate life. (Watch the video version on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show...

The 2025 High Holidays feel like a long time ago, but we still have more to say about our sermons. We recorded this episode of "Center of Gravity" shortly after the High Holidays to give everyone the “story behind the sermon." In this episode, Rabbi Eric Yanoff is joined by Rabbi Andrew Markowitz to reflect on their Rosh Hashanah sermons. They explore themes of connection, joy, and the importance...

The 2025 High Holidays feel like a long time ago, but we still have more to say about our sermons. We recorded this episode of "Center of Gravity" shortly after the High Holidays to give everyone the “story behind the sermon." In this episode, Rabbi Eric Yanoff is joined by Rabbi Andrew Markowitz to explore the intersection of family life, pop culture, and Jewish tradition, particularly in the con...

Rabbi Eric Yanoff of Adath Israel shares his path to the rabbinate, from growing up outside Philadelphia to Camp Ramah, Princeton, and a near-detour into medicine. Along the way he reflects on music, humor, and the mentors who helped him see his calling, plus why building deep, intergenerational community still feels like the real definition of success. (Watch the video version on Spotify https://...

A new podcast from Rabbi Eric Yanoff of Adath Israel on the Main Line for people tired of extremes. Center of Gravity makes the case for a principled center and why it matters right now: curiosity over judgment, nuance over shouting, and a big tent that can hold disagreement without falling apart. (Watch the video version on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2or9gjQ9icSXGiTNwyMS1O?si=-elO6HN9Q...