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Mother’s Day, Jerusalem Day and More on JBS

Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, DirecTV 388, Hotwire 269 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ZipWaveTV 29, and www.jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable. All Times are ET and are Subject to Change

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In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin | Sanctioned Bigotry — Britt Tevis

Historian Britt Tevis joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss Sanctioned Bigotry: A Documentary History of Antisemitism in the United States, tracing five centuries of anti-Jewish discrimination in America. Monday • 8:00pm • 11:00pm | Tue • 2:00am • 7:00am • 11:00am | Wed • 5:00am | Thu • 2:00pm | Fri • 4:30pm | Sat • 7:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines | Revisiting the Tower of Babel — Shuli Taubes

Shuli Taubes, educator and scholar, unpacks the Tower of Babel from Genesis, revealing surprising layers hidden in the text — and what’s truly at stake for the builders, for God, and for humanity today. Tuesday • 8:00pm • 11:00pm | Wed • 2:00am • 10:00am | Thu • 5:00am • 7:00am | Fri • 9:00am • 8:30pm | Sat • 8:30am • 4:00pm

Defending Israel with David Harris | Daniel Schwammenthal

Daniel Schwammenthal, editor of The Jewish Chronicle, joins David Harris for a conversation about the alarming rise of antisemitism and what lies ahead for the Jewish community in the U.K. Wednesday • 7:00pm • 11:00pm | Thu • 4:00am • 6:30pm | Fri • 7:30am • 12:30pm | Sat • 8:00pm

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt | Deborah Lipstadt

Deborah Lipstadt, renowned Holocaust historian, author and former U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, joins Jonah Platt in conversation. Thursday • 8:00pm • 11:00pm | Fri • 2:00am • 10:00am • 2:00pm • 9:30pm | Sat • 10:00pm

Motherhood, Family, and Finding the Way Through | Lihi Lapid

Lihi Lapid joins Jill Kargman and Zibby Owens to explore the realities of motherhood, ambition and identity in a program of the Temple Emanu-El Cultural Streicker Center. Sunday • 10:00pm • 1:00pm • 4:00pm • 8:00pm • 11:00pm | Mon • 2:00am • 7:00am | Tue • 5:00pm

A Special Look with Teisha Bader | Agunot

Addressing the agunah crisis, where Jewish women are denied a religious divorce, Teisha Bader speaks with Rabbanit Leah Sarna and Melissa, who has experienced it firsthand. Monday • 8:30pm • 11:30pm | Tue • 2:30am • 7:30am • 11:30am • 7:00pm | Wed • 5:30am | Thu • 5:00pm | Sat • 7:30pm

Global Connections with Robert Siegel | The Iran War and What’s Next

Robert Siegel is joined by Chuck Freilich, former Israeli Deputy National Security Adviser, and Roya Hakakian of the Middle East Broadcasting Network to examine the current Iran conflict and what may lie ahead. Wednesday • 8:00pm | Thu • 2:00am • 10:00am • 1:00pm | Sat • 8:30pm

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens | Joyride — Susan Orlean

Susan Orlean, New York Times bestselling author, joins Zibby to reflect on her debut memoir and the “reign of good fortune” that has carried her through early career breakthroughs, profound personal loss, and a hard-won resilience. Thursday • 7:30pm | Fri • 7:00am • 1:00pm | Sat • 9:30pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

JLMinute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis. Monday • 7:00pm

Thinking Out Loud

Journalist and commentator Micah Halpern analyzes stories, op-ed pieces and cartoons in the news. Wednesday • 6:30pm

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader. Monday – Thursday • 6:00pm | Friday • 5:00pm | ILTV News Sunday • 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

Positive stories from Israel of heroism, unity and support. Mondays • 6:30pm

ILTV Insider

ILTV reports and interviews. Tuesdays • 6:30pm

On L’Chayim — Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l

A Women of Valor | Crispe & Segelman

Sunday • 6:00pm

Rabbi Uri Regev | Judaism in Israel

Monday • 9:00pm

Meg Akabas | Jewish Parenting

Tuesday • 9:00pm

J.T. Rogers | Oslo

Wednesday • 9:00pm

Mike Burstyn | Azimuth

Thursday • 9:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Weekly Parsha | Bamidbar

Followed from Jewish 101. Monday & Thursday • 9:30am | Fri • 5:30pm | Sat • 12:30pm

Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Just Motherhood — Sunday • 9:00am | Monday • 4:00am Saul and David — Sunday • 9:30am | Monday • 4:30am

Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z”l

Jewish 101 | Preparing for Sinai Monday & Thursday • 9:00am & 4:00pm | Saturday • 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm (Live), 11:30pm & 2:00am

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE

With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles - 7:30pm & 10:30pm

SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 9:30am & 1:00pm

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE

With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles - 11:00am & 2:30pm

Vlada Barash Special Projects Manager 201-334-2510 JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel. Website: jbstv.org

We are looking for a vehicle for our camp counselors as well as an additional van or bus for after-school pickup. If you know of anyone looking to get a tax write-off in exchange for a vehicle please visit ChabadChayil.org/CarDonation or call (305) 770-1919.

Apply by Sunday, May 31

Miami Book Fair’s Emerging Writer Fellowships program offers a life-changing experience to fresh literary voices! Through the generous sponsorship of the Stacy and Eric Mindich Fund for Jewish Stories – sole sponsor of the Mindich Fellowship for Jewish Fiction – and the Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation, Tristarr Lifelong Learning Fund, and Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, we’re beginning the fourth cycle and selecting two emerging writers who will enjoy critical mentorship from nationally established authors in their respective genres, as well as a host of other strategic creative and career-boosting supports.

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Renewal, Influence and Legacy

Sunday, May 17 | 1 PM

Jewish Heritage Alliance and Greater Miami Jewish Federation invite you on a profound journey into the world of the Western Sephardim — Jews of Iberian origin, many former conversos — who rebuilt Jewish life after fleeing the Inquisitions of Spain and Portugal. This compelling multi-part webinar series uncovers how Sephardic resilience shaped commerce, religious freedom and cultural life across the Atlantic World.

In Part III of this powerful webinar series, Messianism and Sephardic Hope in the New World, explore how Western Sephardic communities grappled with faith, uncertainty, and renewal across the Atlantic world. Led by Professor Willem Klooster, this session examines the spiritual dimensions of Sephardic life — from the visionary efforts of Menasseh ben Israel to the widespread anticipation surrounding Shabtai Zvi — and how messianic belief shaped identity, community, and historical experience.

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L'Dor V'Dor: Passing the Mantle

Thursday, June 3 | 6 PM

A gathering of LGBTQ+ Jewish, allies and friends in the spirit of Temple Israel of Greater Miami's historical Pride Seder. Join us for an evening of interactive conversation over dinner as we honor Miami's queer history and enjoy special musical performances.

Temple Beth Sholom, 4144 Chase Ave., Miami Beach

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A new photography exhibition, Miami Beach, Unscripted, by Ellen Goldberg, will open Tuesday, May 19 at 7:30 PM at the Schwartz–Jacobs Family MBJCC Art Gallery at the Miami Beach JCC.

Goldberg, an author and photojournalist, brings a global perspective to her work, documenting everyday life and cultural identity through a deeply personal lens. Her photography, which spans continents and includes war reporting in Sri Lanka and work in Jewish communities throughout India, has been exhibited internationally and is held in major collections.

This time, she focuses her lens closer to home – in this case, Miami Beach – inviting viewers to experience candid, visually rich moments that reveal the unexpected beauty of daily life.

The May 19th reception is free and open to the community. RSVP to: events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mbjcc/-unscripted-ellen-goldberg

The Miami Beach JCC is located at 4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach. For more information, go to: mbjcc.org/flyer/miami-beach-unscripted-art-exhibit/ or call 305-534-3206.

To learn more about the artist, visit: photosbyellengoldberg.com

Lag B’Omer, American Jewish Heritage Month, Jewish Book Council, and More on JBS

Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, DirecTV 388, Hotwire 269 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ZipWaveTV 29, and www.jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable. All Times are ET and are Subject to Change

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin | Lorne — Susan Morrison

Susan Morrison, articles editor at The New Yorker, sits down with host Abigail Pogrebin to discuss Lorne, her behind-the-scenes portrait of Lorne Michaels and the enduring legacy of Saturday Night Live. Monday • 8:00pm & 11:00pm | Tue • 2:00am • 7:00am • 11:00am | Wed • 5:00am | Thu • 2:00pm | Fri • 4:00pm | Sat • 7:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines | Why We Have Torah — Rabba Yaffa Epstein

Rabba Yaffa Epstein, Senior Scholar & Educator in Residence at The Jewish Education Project, explores the Torah’s journey from heaven to humanity. Drawing on Moses’ battle with angels and his visit to Rabbi Akiva, she asks why we received this gift and how we must use it today. Part 1 of a three-part Shavuot series. Tuesday • 8:00pm • 11:00pm | Wed • 2:00am • 10:00am | Thu • 5:00am • 7:00am | Fri • 9:00am • 8:30pm | Sat • 8:30am • 4:00pm

Defending Israel with David Harris | Dan Mariaschin

Dan Mariaschin, longtime CEO of B’nai B’rith International, joins David Harris to discuss his commitment to Israel, the well-being of global Jewry, and the urgent challenges facing American Jews today. Wednesday • 7:00pm • 11:00pm | Thu • 5:00am • 1:00pm • 6:30pm | Fri • 5:00am • 8:30am • 12:30pm | Sat • 7:30pm

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt | Xaviaer DuRousseau

Xaviaer DuRousseau, the Gen Z media personality known for his shift from progressive activism to conservatism and his work across social and broadcast media, joins Jonah Platt in conversation. Thursday • 8:00pm • 11:00pm | Fri • 2:00am • 10:00am • 2:00pm • 9:30pm | Sat • 5:00am • 10:00pm

75th National Jewish Book Awards

Jewish Book Council celebrates its honorees with remarks from winners, special guests, and host Jonah Platt, in a gala supporting its mission to enrich and strengthen the community through literature. Sunday • 7:00pm • 11:00pm | Mon • 1:00pm | Wed • 1:30pm | Sat • 3:30am • 8:00pm • 11:00pm

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens | Dani Shapiro & Sam Sussman

Dani Shapiro and Sam Sussman join Zibby Owens to discuss Sussman’s debut novel The Boy From North Country, along with themes of family secrets, loss, and their approaches to literary fiction. Shapiro is a NYT bestselling author; Sussman makes his debut as a novelist. Thursday • 7:30pm • 10:00pm | Fri • 1:00am • 4:00am • 11:00am • 4:30pm | Sat • 9:30pm

Eric Goldman’s Jewish Cinematheque | Outsider. Freud — Yair Qedar

Yair Qedar discusses his film, an exploration of Sigmund Freud’s life, work, and experiences as a Jew in Vienna, presented during the week of his 170th birthday. Monday • 8:30pm & 11:30pm | Wed • 5:30am • 1:00pm • 7:30pm | Thu • 2:30pm | Fri • 4:30am • 11:30am

News & Analysis

JLMinute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel. Monday • 7:00pm

Thinking Out Loud

Journalist and commentator Micah Halpern analyzes stories, op-ed pieces and cartoons in the news. Wednesday • 6:30pm

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader. Monday – Thursday • 6:00pm | Friday • 5:00pm | ILTV News Sunday • 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

Positive stories from Israel of heroism, unity, and support. Mondays • 6:30pm

ILTV Insider

ILTV reports and interviews. Tuesdays • 6:30pm

On L’Chayim

Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z“l

Dr. Aaron Ben Ze’ev | Love Online

Monday • 9:00pm

The Second Sun | Gelfer & Mailer

Tuesday • 9:00pm

ISRAEL-Is | Biram & Kalo

Wednesday • 9:00pm

A Women of Valor | Crispe & Segelman

Thursday • 9:00pm

Jewish Studies

Weekly Parsha | Behar – Bechukotai

Monday • 9:30am • 4:30pm | Thursday • 9:30am | Friday • 5:30pm | Saturday • 12:30pm

Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher — Marriage - Lag B’Omer

Sunday • 9:00am | Monday • 4:00am

Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z“l

Jewish 101 | Community Monday & Thursday • 9:00am & 4:00pm

Every Week on JBS — Your Seat is Always Saved

Join us for Shabbat Services Every Friday & Saturday

Reform Service — Central Synagogue (with Closed Captions)

Friday Evening: 6:00pm (Live) • Encores 11:30pm & 2:00am; Saturday Morning: 9:30am (Live) • Encore 1:00pm

Orthodox Service — Hampton Synagogue (Hebrew, transliteration & English subtitles)

Friday Evening: 7:30pm • Encore 10:30pm; Saturday Morning: 11:00am • Encore 2:30pm

Vlada Barash • Special Projects Manager • 201-334-2510 JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel • jbstv.org

Wednesday, May 6 | 8-9:15 PM on Zoom

For Parents & Educators

Join BeWell Miami and Ohel for Breaking the Silence: Helping Your Child Navigate Anxiety and Mental Health, a panel discussion on strengthening connection and building brave conversations in our homes, schools, and communities with Rachel Tuchman, LMHC and Ariella Azaraf-Schur, LCSW. Moderated by Dr. Carly Mandar, Ohel School Based Services & Resilience Programs Director.

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Saving Likes Under Fire

Sunday, May 3 | 12 PM EST | 7 PM Israel

Hear firsthand from Soroka's medical experts on how the only major medical center in southern Israel continuously saves lives, treats wounded, responds to crises and delivers cutting-edge medicine while under attack. With Rachel Heisler Sheinfeld, Executive Director, American Friends of Soroka Medical Center, and Professor Shlomi Codish, Director General, Soroka Medical Center.

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A very special screening on Monday, May 11 at 7:30 PM, as part of our Jewish American Heritage Month Programming of the heart-warming, Miami based film – iMordacai. An uplifting comedy and a love letter to the city of Miami, iMordecai urges us all to live the one life we have to the fullest.

Writer, Producer and Director Marvin Samel will make a special guest appearance. There will be a talkback after the movie.

Based on a true story, iMordecai stars Academy Award-nominated and two-time Emmy-winning actor Judd Hirsch (star of the Emmy-winning sitcom Taxi, Ordinary People, Independence Day) as Mordecai Samels and Academy Award-nominated actress Carol Kane (Hester Street) as his wife, Fela, both survivors from Poland, who are now living in Miami. Their son, Marvin (Academy Award-nominated actor Sean Astin, The Lord of the Rings), is an ambitious cigar maker trying to support his own family while still being there for his aging parents. But when Mordecai's ancient flip phone breaks, he starts to take lessons from Nina (newcomer Azia Dinea Hale), a yong employee of Ultratech. She tutors Mordecai on his new iPhone, opening him up to all kinds of novel experiences and adventures, which makes him feel like a kid again.

This film screening is presented in partnership with The Miami Jewish Film Festival.