Chapters with Chana

What if you had to explain your entire identity — not to defend it, but to survive it? In this powerful episode of Chapters , Chana sits down with Emily Samama , an Australian-Israeli neuroscience Graduate, to explore what it means to be indigenous to Israel. Through historical context, analogy, and deep learning, Emily breaks down Jewish indigeneity, ethnicity, and identity — not as slogans, but...

Sorella Abrahams shares her journey of personal growth and impactful work in Sydney's Jewish community. Emphasizing the importance of facing fears, she founded Abraham's Tent, inspired by her upbringing in a supportive home. This organization offers emotional, spiritual, and practical assistance to Jewish and non-Jewish patients and their families in hospitals, To get involved: https://www.abraham...

In this conversation, Nikki Kingstlinger shares her journey of growing up in rural Australia, converting to Judaism, and becoming an advocate for Israel. She discusses the challenges of navigating relationships and maintaining her Jewish identity. Nikki emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and education in addressing antisemitism and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She encourages...

Rudy Rochman, an Israel activist and reserve paratrooper in the IDF, shares his perspective on the Israel-Palestine conflict, emphasizing the importance of understanding historical and cultural contexts and addressing root causes to prevent further violence. He advocates for a comprehensive approach to building a peaceful future, proposing alternatives to the two-state solution and stressing the n...

Explore the intricate history of antisemitism and the compelling narrative of Israel in this episode with Alex Ryvchin. Author of the 7 Deadly Myths of Antisemitism from Chris to Kanye West, Zionism – The Concise History, and the Anti-Israel Agenda.   From ancient times to the present day, antisemitism has manifested in various forms, from religious persecution to political propaganda. We exp...

In this episode, join us as we explore the remarkable journey of Rebbetzin Chanie Klein, whose unwavering compassion envelops the lives of the traumatized 7/10 victims and 70,000 refugees to Eilat. Discover the extraordinary efforts to provide a Home away from Home in the darkest of times, centered in the small southern most city of Eilat. Join us on a narrative journey of love, resilience, and cr...

Rabbi Chaim Miller is a renown author and speaker. He has authored over 17 books, including a full biography of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Turning Judaism Outwards , the Gutnick Chumash series, and the Practical Tanya Series, transforming people’s accessibility to the famed work of the Alter Rebbe.

Within a world filled with darkness, Rabbi Gourarie in the very special Chanukah episode re-explores the age old story of Chanukah. From the battle of the Macabees against the Hellenized Seleucids, to the 2023 modern day battle with Anti-Semitism, Rabbi Gourarie explores the battle of light over pervading darkness, how to somehow withstand the darkness, and find the truth within the pervading immo...

In this episode, Rabbi Simon Jacobson addresses the Israel-Gaza War and answers some difficult questions that have stifled the Jewish nation over the past week. The pain is so great, the unity is so strong, the anti-Semitism on social media feels blinding. We need guidance during this time, what was the Rebbe's response and what is our call to action?

In this episode, I have a very important conversation with Chayale Tzukernik about the very fundamentals of Judaism through the lens of Chassidus. So often we feel resentment towards parts of Judaism due to perhaps what we were taught or things we were berated about as children. So how do we relearn about G-d as adults, not though the lens of our parents and teachers but through Chassidus herself.

In this episode I interview Mrs Miriam Swerdlov about the unique relationship her family had with Rebbetzin Chana together with her personal journey from the USSR to Brooklyn. With sacrifice, pain, loneliness and heroism, follow the journey of Rebbetzin Chana like you have never heard it before.