Congregation KINS presents Daytime Dialogues

Rabbi Aaron Leibtag is the incoming associate rabbi at Congregation K.I.N.S., and has been for more than a decade the senior rebbe at Hillkel Torah North Suburban Day School and the Rav of Congregation KJBS in Chicago. Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks to Rabbi Leibtag about his passions, challenges and hopes as a community rabbi. 

Scott Shay is not only a leading business and Jewish lay leader on the national stage. He is also a successful author of books that help to bring positive change in the world. His most recent book "Conspiracy U" charts the course of anti-Israel and anti-Semitism in the halls of academia, via a case study of his alma mater, Northwestern University and two noted professors Arthur Butts, a Holocaust...

Rabbi David Stav is not only the Chief Rabbi of Shoham and the Chairman of the Tzohar organization, but he also stands in the forefront of some of the most major religious reforms taking place in Israel today. From kashrut to conversion his positions are listened to by the current coalition government and debated vigorously in both religious and political circles. Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks w...

For more than 25 years, Joanna Benarroch was a key member of the staff supporting the work of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z"l. Currently she is the chief executive of the Rabbi Sacks Trust and oversees all of the efforts to continue his legacy and work. Join Rabbi Matanky in this conversation about Rabbi Sacks and the efforts underway to publish new books and bring is eloquence and thought to the world....

Two years ago, Ephraim Rimel, his son Itai and his wife Tzippy and infant daughter Noam were in a tragic car accident, in which Tzippy and Noam were killed and both Ephraim and his son suffered serious injuries. today, Ephraim has become an inspiration to so many sharing his story and faith with audiences across Israel. Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks with Ephraim and learns about about what life...

Menachem Butler is the Program Fellow for Jewish Legal Studies at The Julis-Rabinowitz Program on Jewish and Israeli Law at the Harvard Law School. And he is also a editor of Tablet Magazine and co-editor of the Seforim Blog. But even more, he is a connector of scholars and leaders in the Jewish community. Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks with Menachem on a range of fascinating topics.

Join Rabbi Matanky as he engages Consul General of Israel to the Midwest, the honorable Yinam Cohen in a wide ranging conversation about the challenges facing Israel and American Jews.

Dr. Rona Novick is the Dean of Azrieli Graduate School and one the leading Jewish educators in America. Under her leadership, Azrieli Graduate has become the largest school to prepare Jewish educators in North America. Join Rabbi Matanky as he engages Dr. Novick in a wide-ranging conversation from the longterm impact of the pandemic on our children to what great and exciting about Jewish education...

Jonathan Tobin is one of the most respected commentators on America, the Jewish community and Israel. He is the editor in chief of the Jewish News Syndicate, and was called "one of the most thoughtful figures in American Jewish letters." Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks with Mr. Tobin about a wide range of topics from American politics, anti-semitism, and the recent elections.

Rabbi Yehoshua Grunstein has been making a difference in the tefillah experience for many years. The author of three books and hundreds of online shiurim, he has helped people understand and appreciate the opportunity we have to connect with G-d, every day no matter we may be. Join Rabbi Matanky for a fascinating conversation and some helpful tips on how to make your prayer more meaningful

Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis is one of world Jewry's great leader. As Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth since 2013, Rabbi Mirvis has been at the forefront of issues effecting not only the Jews of the UK, but Jews throughout the world. In the recent elections in the UK, Rabbi Mirvis' principled and unprecedented stand against MP Jeremy Cobryn helped turn the tide away from...

Dr. Naomi Grumet has founded a unique center for the training of Mikva Attendents, and Chatan and Kallah teachers. The Eden Center has found ways to work within the system to bring a greater awareness for women's safety and health to the Mikva experience. Join Rabbi Matanky as he learns about Dr. Grumet's groundbreaking work.

Yossi Klein Halevi is one of the most astute observers of Israeli politics and the America Jewish community. He is an award winning author and journalist and joins Rabbi Matanky for a conversation about what the US withdrawal means for Israel, the continuing threat of Iran, American and Israeli politics and much more!

Join Rabbi Matanky as he talks with noted educator and author Dr. Erica Brown. 

Dr. Zisook is a Fulbright Scholar who lived in Poland while doing his research on the Jewish community. He joins Rabbi Matanky as they discuss the recent Polish legislation that is reframing the history of the Shoah away from Polish responsibility and also the nature of the Jewish community of today.

Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks with Leah Goldin, the mother of Hadar Goldin, hy"d who was murdered by Hamas terrorists during a US brokered cease fire seven years ago. To this day Hamas has not returned his body for burial. Listen as Leah describes her efforts to bring Hadar home.

Join Rabbi Matanky as he interviews Rabbi Shmuel Goldin, former president of the Rabbinical Council of America, Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Ahavath Torah (Englewood NJ) and author of the popular series on parshat hashavua - "Unlocking the Torah Text"

Daniel Godwin is the Executive Director of the Public Affairs at the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, and the Jewish Community Relations Council. Join Rabbi Matanky as the talk about the items on the Jewish agenda, how we work together and even the challenges of those things that keep us apart.

Join Rabbi Matanky for a fascinating conversation with Ambassador Michael Oren about the Ben and Jerry's boycott, American Jewry and the challenges facing the State of Israel

Jewish Camping is growing at an unprecedented rate and at the center of much of this growth is the Foundation for Jewish Camp. Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks with CEO Jeremy Fingerman to learn about the what's happening with camps, and what the future will be for this most important educational program.

Join Rabbi Matanky for his weekly conversation. This week's guest is Rabbi Binyamin Blau, the rabbi of Green Road Synagogue, Cleveland and the newly elected president of the RCA.

Join us as we speak with the Executive Vice President of Mizrachi America - Religious Zionists of America, Rabbi Ari Rockoff. 

Moishe Bane sits at the center of much of Jewish life as the president of the Orthodox Union. Join Rabbi Matanky as he talks with Mr. Bane about the Pew study, about the unique nature of Orthodox leadership and future projects of the Orthodox Union

Join Rabbi Matanky for a fascinating conversation with Rabbi Aharon Adler, who in the 70's served as HaRav Soloveitchik's driver, and has just written a book - "Seventy Conversations in Transit" about some of the discussions he had with the Rav.

Former Congressman Robert Wexler is the president of S. Daniel Abraham Center for Mid-East Peace and a person who has dedicated his life to public service. Join Rabbi Matanky as he discusses the Middle East, US support for Israel and the role of religious leaders in helping foster peace.