The Rabbi’s Table: A Place of Dialogue, Not Debate

In this episode of The Rabbi's Table, Jennifer Horn sits down with Rabbi Michael Barclay for a wide-ranging conversation about faith, Israel, and the importance of building bridges between communities. Rabbi Barclay shares powerful reflections from his recent trip to Israel, offering firsthand insight into the realities on the ground and the resilience of the Israeli people. He also discusses the...

Join Rabbi Barclay in celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States of America. In this illuminating special episode, The Rabbi explores how Judaism has shaped every stage of America’s development — from the earliest explorers to the thinkers, leaders, and prominent Jews of the 15th through 18th centuries who influenced the ideals that formed the nation, including several of the Founding Fat...

In this powerful episode of The Rabbi’s Table, Rabbi Michael Barclay sits down with Jonathan S. Tobin, one of the most influential and authoritative journalists in America and a leading voice on Israel, U.S. foreign policy, and Jewish affairs. Jonathan Tobin is a longtime editor and columnist whose work has appeared in The Jerusalem Post, Israel Hayom, The Forward, The Christian Science Monitor, T...

What if Wokeism is more than a political movement? What if it functions like a new religious ideology shaping identity, morality, and public life? The Rabbi’s Table with Rabbi Michael Barclay welcomes author and cultural icon James Lindsay for a deep and thought‑provoking conversation on the religious dimensions of Wokeism, the rise of ideological frameworks in modern society, and the cultural for...

Author and commentator Robert Spencer joins Rabbi Michael Barclay and recurring guest Angela Van Der Pluym for a conversation on faith, Israel, terrorism, religious freedom, and the cultural and geopolitical challenges facing the modern world. The discussion also explores Spencer’s books The Complete Infidel’s Guide to Iran, The Complete Infidel’s Guide to ISIS, and The History of Jihad, along wit...

Pastor Jack Hibbs joins Rabbi Michael Barclay and recurring guest Angela Van Der Pluym for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, biblical teaching, family, and the spiritual and cultural challenges facing America today. The discussion explores the role of religion in public life, the importance of passing spiritual values to future generations, and how churches and communities can respond to growi...

Alan Dershowitz, renowned constitutional lawyer and Harvard Law professor, joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a wide-ranging conversation on civil liberties, antisemitism, Israel, and the legal and moral challenges shaping today’s public discourse. Drawing on decades at the forefront of high-profile cases and constitutional debate, Dershowitz offers insight into the evolving interpretation of rights,...

Former police officer turned political commentator and media personality Brandon Tatum joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, justice, and the cultural and political challenges shaping America. The discussion explores his transition from law enforcement to media, his views on policing, personal responsibility, and the role of faith in public life. Rabbi Barclay and T...

Author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, freedom, government power, and the future of America. Drawing from films including Police State, 2000 Mules, and The Dragon’s Prophecy, the discussion explores threats to religious liberty, historical parallels between totalitarian movements and modern politics, the balance between security an...

British activist and author Tommy Robinson joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a candid conversation on free speech, immigration, censorship, and the cultural future of Britain. The discussion explores Robinson’s rise as one of the UK’s most controversial political voices, the backlash he has faced, and the growing debates across Europe over identity, security, religion, and national sovereignty. The...

Filmmaker and Accidental Talmudist Sal Litvak joins Rabbi Michael Barclay to explore the religious and spiritual obligation of self-defense, including the role of firearms in protecting life. The conversation examines Jewish ethical teachings, personal responsibility, and how faith and modern realities intersect in discussions around safety, morality, and the duty to defend oneself and others. The...

Bishop Juan Carlos Mendez, Founder and President of Churches in Action, joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a powerful conversation on Passover and Easter, their shared themes, and influence on Western culture. The discussion also explores Bishop Mendez’s decades of humanitarian work, his leadership across Los Angeles and around the world, and how faith, service, and tradition guide communities throug...

Dr. Naomi Wolf, author of eight NYT bestsellers and CEO of DailyClout.io, joins Rabbi Michael Barclay to explore feminism, civil liberties, and her personal journey across the political spectrum. Recurring guest Angela Van Der Pluym joins for a discussion on being a conservative Jewish woman in today’s world and navigating the challenges of the “woke right.” The conversation also explores partners...

Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a powerful conversation on Israel’s identity as a Jewish state, the spiritual and historical foundations of the nation, and the resurgence of antisemitism in the modern era. They explore biblical and historical claims to the land, the global battle over Israel’s public image, and how misinformation and social media hav...