Rabbi On The Sidelines

Steve Rosenberg, author of "Make Bold Things Happen," and chairman of the Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame speaks with Rabbi Sherman about how the lessons of winning and losing in the world of sports can translate to success in life. How do you get to know your neighbors by playing sports with them? Who do you meet that will connect you to the next opportunitiy in your life?

Elissa Sagoskin, who grew up in Philadelphia, PA, was always involved with sports as a child, attending Barrack Academy. Her love of sports took her to University of Maryland, where she played intramural basketball. After making aliyah, she met the sport of flag football, where she has been a representative of the State of Israel on and off the field. What lessons has she learned from sports and f...

Shaun Tomson, 1977 world champion surfer, and author of The Surfer And The Sage, joins Rabbi Sherman to learn about the meaning of "riding a wave." how do we paddle back out after wiping out? How do we find purpose over fear? How do we write our "CODE," to live a meaningful life? learn the secrets of the sea.

Andy Hill, UCLA basketball player in 1970-1972, under the legend, Coach John Wooden, joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about the lessons he learned from Coach Wooden and his pyramid of success. Decades later, Andy Hill returns to Coach Wooden to thank him for the lessons that led him through challenge and success.

Meredith Shiner, accomplished journalist and communications expert speaks with Rabbi Erez Sherman about her newly released podcast, hosted by Tablet, The Franchise: Jews, Sports, and America. What story can sports tell about the role that Jews play in the history of America. What does Sandy Koufax represent and who are the new models that we look towards today?

Jay Bilas, ESPN College Basketball Analyst, speaks with Rabbi Sherman about his inspiring trip to Israel, accompanying the Auburn University Tigers and Coach Bruce Pearl to the land of Israel, to see the home of the Abrahamic faiths.

James Andrew Miller joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about the faith it takes to give someone a chance to dream big, make mistakes, and eventually succeed. James Andrew Miller is an investigative journalist, host of the podcast, Origins, and author of New York Times bestselling books.

Kevin Warren, Commissioner of The Big Ten Conference, and Adam Neumann, Chief of Staff of the Big Ten Conference, join Rabbi Erez Sherman to speak about their deep faith that led their journeys to intersect, how faith has led Commissioner Warren to create the greatest conference in college sports, and how we can keep our dreams alive if we allow our lives to be in God's hands.

Andre Drummond, of the Chicago Bulls, joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about the faith it takes to be successful and to stay successful in the NBA. How does the NBA platform provide an opportunity for athletes to make a greater difference in society? What does it take to be an NBA All-Star?

James Donaldson, 14 year NBA veteran, NBA All-Star, and author of "Standing Above The Crowd" and "Celebrating Your Gift of Life" shares in conversation with Rabbi Sherman about the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. From an NBA All-Star life to a life of suicidal thoughts and depression, his faith in himself, God and others kept him alive.

Noah Eagle, voice of the Los Angeles Clippers, and graduate of Syracuse University, Newhouse School of Communications, joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about the faith he has had on his journey following in the footsteps of his father, the great broadcaster, Ian Eagle, jumping from college to be the voice of an NBA team, replacing the legendary Ralph Lawler.

Coach Matt Sayman, of Grapevine Faith Christian School, and of Baylor basketball, speaks with Rabbi Sherman about the role faith plays in his life. As a member of the Baylor basketball team during the 2003 scandal where a teammate murdered another teammate, how did the faith that Matt knew that led him to a blessed life play a role in his life during and after the scandal? Through challenge and ac...

Coach Elliot Steinmetz, Yeshiva University basketball coach, who held a 50 game win streak, speaks with Rabbi Erez Sherman on the tools it takes to build a successful basketball program with high level Jewish learning. Over the past few years, Yeshiva University has gained recognition as one of the best college programs with players of the highest character. 

Andrea Kremer, Emmy Award winner, Thursday Night Football Broadcaster, HBO Sports with Bryant Gumbel, Pro Football Hall of Famer, reporter at 25 Super Bowls, NBA Finals, Major League All-Star Games, NCAA Tournament, Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Olympics, and more, speaks with Rabbi Sherman about faith in the world of sports-in the locker room, in the broadcast booth, and on the field.

Miss Val, Pac 12 Coach of The Century, 7 time NCAA Championships, 29 Pac-12 titles, UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame, and author of "Life Is Short, Don't Wait To Dance," joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about the faith in building championship teams, accepting failure, and learning to life your life of passion.

Tom Rinaldi, 16 time Sports Emmy Award winner, FOX Sports journalist, and author of New York Times Bestseller, "The Red Bandana," speaks with Rabbi Sherman on the skills needed to tell stories of the soul, how stories lead to understanding of each other, and how stories from sports are filled with elements of faith.

David Samson, exec VP of Montreal Expos, President of Miami Marlins, World Series Champion 2003, and host of the Nothing Personal podcast, joins Rabbi Sherman to discuss the key to building championship teams, the role of faith in the clubhouse, and the value of time in our lives.

Mark Greenberg, 4 time All-American at Johns Hopkins, and founder of lacrosse in Israel, joins Rabbi Sherman to discuss the values of the sport of lacrosse, how he brought the sport to Israel and how his faith and sports journey intersect.

Mia Raskin, daughter of a Conservative Rabbi, and basketball player at Binghamton University, speaks with Rabbi Sherman on her journey to division 1 basketball as a Shabbat observant Jew, her passion for faith and sports, and her leadership in being a role model for other young women looking to stay strong in their faith and their on court performance.

Maiya Edelson, Columbia University and Israeli National Softball team, and director of University of Texas Hillel speaks with Rabbi Sherman on how her faith and athletic career go hand in hand. The granddaughter of a rabbi, the daughter of Israeli parents, Maiya has thrived in the world of Jewish leadership and athletics. What challenges did she face? how does she create the next generation of lea...

Jeff Passan, Major League Baseball Insider at ESPN, joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about the end of the Major League Baseball Lockout, what it takes to be a Major League all star, and how does a journalist take the responsibility of telling baseball's story to the generations to come.

Josh Rawitch, President of National Baseball Hall of Fame, speaks with Rabbi Sherman about the hallowed halls of Cooperstown. What does it take to make it to the hall of fame? How does the history of baseball intersect with the history of the United States? What message can baseball teach our young people today? How does his faith impact the decisions he makes at the Hall of Fame?

Johnathan Franklin, 4000 yard rusher for UCLA, Green Bay Packers running back, and Social Justice Director of the LA Rams, talks to Rabbi Sherman about the important connection between faith and football. How do we tackle the challenges facing our communities with the same strength we use to tackle on the football field?

Ernie Johnson, Inside the NBA on TNT, 7-time Emmy Award winner, author of Unscripted, and a man of deep faith, shares his faith journey through achievement, trial, tribulation, and accomplishment A cancer survivor, a father of a special needs son, a man who walks the walk; Ernie Johnson the man of faith inspires us all.

Sherry Levin, Jewish All-American at Holy Cross, New England Hall of Fame, head coach of USA Women's Maccabi team, joins Rabbi Sherman to discuss the importance of a pre-game speech, her strong connection to Israel, how she motivates young women off and on the court to be a light unto others, and how her faith has inspired her through challenging times.