Opening UP

Rabbi Binyamin Krauss recently hosted Sydney Altfield, CEO of Teach Coalition, on the Opening Up podcast to explore advocacy for Jewish education, the role of civic engagement, and how partnerships with policymakers are helping strengthen Jewish day schools and support families navigating the cost of education. Chapters (00:00:00) - Sidney Altfield on the Fight for Jewish Education (00:04:56) - Un...

Rabbi Binyamin Krauss sat down with Rabbi Avi Weiss to explore spiritual activism, the legacy of Natan and Avital Sharansky, and how students can “show up” for Am Yisrael with courage and care. Their conversation offers clear guidance, hopeful honesty, and a path for the SAR community right now. Chapters (00:00:00) - A message from Rav Avi Rabini (00:02:57) - Rabbi Benoit on the Mamdani inaugurati...

Join Rabbi Binyamin Krauss for an inspiring conversation with SAR alum Joe Teplow as they explore the intersection of chesed and entrepreneurship and his journey from launching tzedakah initiatives at SAR to becoming a visionary entrepreneur. As co-founder of Rebel and Good Today—a global giving movement rooted in Torah values and honored by Forbes 30 Under 30—Joe reflects on how his values shaped...

In this episode, we sit down with SAR alumna and NYU student Bella Ingber to discuss her recent journey in confronting antisemitism on campus, both vocally and legally, and her impactful testimony before congress. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, advocacy, and combating hate on both local and global stages. Chapters (00:00:00) - Opening Up: Bella ingber's Story (00:01:44) -...

Join us as Hillel Fuld shares his inspiring journey from SAR student to top Israeli tech marketer and startup advisor. Discover how his very personal experiences with terror and October 7th, reshaped his mission to provide real-time information and hope during conflict. Tune in to hear how Hillel approaches advocacy, combats online hate, and stands firm against antisemitism. Chapters (00:00:00) -...

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss Ft: Sam Herreid This week, we welcomed back our teachers and introduced the theme of the year, "Reaching Out." In alignment with this theme, we had the privilege of engaging with Sam Herreid, an individual of exceptional talents and fortitude. He shared his journey, encompassing significant challenges that he handles with remarkable strength and composure. Sam's experie...

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss Ft: Rabbi Yitz Greenberg To mark the 90th birthday of Rabbi Yitz Greenberg, one of the founders of SAR Academy,  Principal Rabbi Bini Krauss sat down with the author and advocate to discuss the early days of our institution and how we got to where we are today.    Chapters (00:00:00) - Ralph Greenberg Celebrates His 90th Birthday (00:01:46) - Rav Yitz Greenberg on His 9...

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss Ft: Alana Gelnick and Dr. Shoshana Dachs Listen in as our host, Rabbi Binyamin Krauss, opens up about celebrating the simcha of Adar at SAR, with Alana Rifkin Gelnick (ELC Associate Principal) and Dr. Shoshana Dachs (ELC Psychologist).Join us as we discuss the excitement, and considerations, surrounding celebrating this joyous time with our young children. Chapters (00:...

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss Ft:Rabbi Tully Harcsztark and Dr. Rivka Press Schwartz We invite you to listen in as our host, Rabbi Binyamin Krauss, opens up about how we educate our students to love, celebrate, and stand by Israel, in the context of a broader cultural discourse, with guests Rabbi Tully Harcsztark and Dr. Rivka Press Schwartz of SAR High School. Chapters (00:00:00) - Opening Up SARS:...

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss Ft:Alan Silverman and Jeremy Joszef Listen in as our host Rabbi Binyamin Krauss opens up with camp directors Alan Silverman (Camp Moshava IO) and Jeremy Joszef (Camp Morasha) about the importance of creating that educational, spiritual and experiential link between summer camp, school, and the home.

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss Ft: Maury Litwack We invite you to listen in as our host, Principal Rabbi Binyamin Krauss, opens up with guest Maury Litwack,  Executive Director of Teach Coalition, a project of the Orthodox Union, about the organization’s mission for quality and more affordable nonpublic schools through advocacy and grassroots activism.

Host: Principal Rabbi Binyamin Krauss ft: SAR President Jack Bendheim and Executive Director Debra May SAR President Jack Bendheim and Executive Director Debra May open up with our host, principal Rabbi Binyamin Krauss about school tuition and the costs of Jewish education.

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss  Ft: Dr. Teena Lerner and Dr. Josh Milner Our host Rabbi Binyamin Krauss opens up about Omicron, vaccination, the effects on school and kids, and planning for the future, with esteemed medical advisors Dr. Teena Lerner and Dr. Josh Milner.

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss  Ft: Sharon Richter Together they “open up” about their own families’ Chanukah experiences and share unique ideas on how to connect and provide meaning to this special holiday.