It's Happening In Miami

Ritchie Torres; Dutch Antisemitism; Torah and Technology

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Wednesday - 8:00pm**

Monday January 13

FIDF Briefing: The Year in Review

* FIDF CEO Steve Weil provides updates and analysis on Israel's multi-front war with IDF Casualties Officer Maj. (Res.) M. Monday - 7:00pm; Tuesday - 4:00am; Thursday - 10:00am*

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Joshua Leifer

* Abigail Pogrebin is joined by journalist Joshua Leifer to discuss Tablets Shattered, his personal exploration of the American Jewish experience and its evolution from mid-20th century pillars of identity to today's multifaceted and divided landscape. Encore Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm*

Tuesday January 14

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Charles Asher Small & David Patterson

* A joint lecture with Dr. David Patterson, the Hillel A. Feinberg Distinguished Chair in Holocaust Studies at UT Dallas, and Dr. Charles Asher Small, Director of the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP). Tuesday - 7:00pm; Wednesday - 4:30am & 10:00am; Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am*

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Torah and Technology

Emmy-award winning journalist Joanna Stern, and Rabbi Danny Nevins, author of Torah & Technology: Circuits, Cells and the Sacred Path, join Justin to discuss navigating technological trends through a Jewish and moral lens. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm; Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 15

Defending Israel with David Harris: Ayaan Hirsi Ali

David Harris sits down with activist, Hoover Institute Fellow and former Dutch MP, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, to discuss the rise in antisemitism in The Netherlands. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm; Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:00pm; Friday - 5:00am, 4:30pm & 10:00pm; Saturday - 8:00pm

Thursday January 16

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Ritchie Torres

Jonah speaks with Congressmen Ritchie Torres about a wide breadth of issues including Israel, the ongoing war, Trump and Biden and antisemitism at large. Torres opens up about his trips to Israel, the unexpected lessons learned there and the reasons behind his unwavering loyalty and support for the Jewish state and people. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Friday - 2:00am & 10:00am & 2:00pm; Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm

**Saturday January 19

Yeshiva University Basketball

* Don't miss the action as the YU Maccabees take on St. Joseph University LI from the Max Stern Athletic Center in New York City Saturday - 8:30pm*

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

* Micah Halpern looks at Jordan and Libya in light of the recent political upheaval in Syria and examines the changing political map of the Middle East. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Friday - 5:30am; Saturday - 5:30pm*

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

* ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm, Fridays & Sundays at 5:00pm*

Good Week Israel

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

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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

Jane Eisner

One of American Jewry's foremost journalists, Jane Eisner, Editor in Chief of the Jewish Forward, describes her own Jewish journey and discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the future of American Jewry. Monday - 9:00pm; Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Eyal Biram and Omer Kalo

Founder and CEO of “ISRAEL-Is” Eyal Biram, and ISRAEL-Is Field Ambassador & IDF Active Reserve Forces Captain Omer Kalo discuss how their organization seeks to improve the international perceptions of Israel among young people. Tuesday - 9:00pm; Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Ellen Hershkin

*In a conversation from 2018, then president of Hadassah, Ellen Hershkin talks about her Jewish background, her love of Israel, her regard for Hadassah founder Henrietta Szold. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm *

Dave Rubin

Political commentator, former comedian, YouTube and podcast host of "The Rubin Report" Dave Rubin, author of Don't Burn This Book, describes his Jewish upbringing and the values that have influenced his political world view on social issues in America today. Thursday - 9:00pm; Friday - 12:00am & 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Guns and Moses

While the Second Amendment of the US Constitution protects the right to bear arms, what is the Jewish view on weapons, war, and self-defense? Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

In Self Defense

The Talmud's approach to a person's obligation to defend oneself, including the notion of justifiable homicide, is discussed by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

The Story of Noah

* Does God ever make a mistake? How does the Jewish Tradition understand the notion of God acting in history? Through Rabbinic interpretation (midrash) of the story of Noah (Genesis 6-11), these questions are addressed. Monday - 9:00am; Thursday - 9:00am*

Is it God's Fault?

When something like the earthquake in Haiti occurs, does the Jewish Tradition hold God responsible in any way? Does human suffering challenge the existence of God? Saturday - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 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

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March 25-26 | Tallahassee

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation JCRC in Tallahassee to strengthen Florida-Israel relations, educate our legislators on the current trends in antisemitism, thank our elected officials for their overwhelming support of the Jewish community and Israel and honor Holocaust Survivor David Schaecter.

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON HOTELS AND FLIGHTS AND TO RSVP

January 29 at 7pm at the David Posnack JCC

A special screening of the documentary Tragic Awakening, which delves into how the events of October 7th have heightened our awareness of critical truths about antisemitism. It’s a compelling exploration of the challenges we face, balanced with a message of resilience and hope.

The evening will feature live appearances by producer Raphael Shore, an internationally acclaimed filmmaker and activist, and Rawan Osman, a pioneering voice in Middle Eastern peace advocacy. Following the screening, there will be a Q&A session with both speakers, offering attendees a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about combating antisemitism and building bridges for the future.

Rawan’s work is increasingly becoming a powerful bridge to the non-Jewish world, and this event presents a wonderful opportunity to connect with her and learn from her experiences firsthand.

Buy tickets at: http://tragicawakeningjcc.eventbrite.com

Friday, January 24 | 7 PM

Join Beth Torah for its annual Gospel Shabbat. The program includes members of community choirs and organizations in commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and is co-sponsored by the Consulate General of Israel.

OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY

Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus, 20350 NE 26th Avenue, North Miami Beach

Thank You; Hollywood and Antisemitism; New Ramaz Head of School

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Sunday January 5

Yeshiva University Basketball

Yeshiva University men’s basketball games from the Max Stern Athletic Center in New York City.

Versus University of Mount St. Vincent Sunday - 2:00pm

Versus Sarah Lawrence College Wednesday - 8:00pm

Monday January 6

FIDF Briefing: The Year in Review

FIDF CEO Steve Weil looks at the events of 2024 on a strategic global level and also discusses the needs of the young men and women of the IDF now and for the future. Monday - 7:00pm; Tuesday - 4:00am; Thursday - 1:00pm

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Shmuly Yanklowitz

Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz to discuss A Torah of Compassion, his book which explores over 80 moral issues through the lens of Jewish wisdom, offering thoughtful reflections and pathways toward justice and compassion. Encore Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm; Friday - 4:00pm & 9:30pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinematheque: Come Closer

Eric is joined by Israeli filmmaker Tom Nesher to discuss her debut feature film Come Closer, the poignant drama that explores depths of grief and celebrates those who choose life even after unthinkable pain and loss. Encore
Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm; Tuesday - 2:30am, 11:30am & 2:30pm; Wednesday - 5:30am

Tuesday January 7

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Naya Lekht

Educator, author and scholar on contemporary antisemitism, Naya Lekht, lectures on lies taught about Israel and Jews in a talk entitled "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Jew." Tuesday - 7:00pm; Wednesday - 4:00am & 10:00am; Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines:Noam Wasserman

Dr. Noam Wasserman, incoming Ramaz Head of School, Dean of YU's Sy Syms School of Business, and author of Life Is a Startup: What Founders Can Teach Us about Making Choices and Managing Change, joins Justin to discuss how to synthesize the Jewish and business approaches to life, how to respond to setbacks, and career choices. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm; Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 8

Defending Israel with David Harris

David Harris confronts the notion that we are now living in a "post-truth" world by taking a tour through the history of the State of Israel. Encore Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm; Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:00pm; Friday - 5:00am, 4:30pm & 10:00pm Saturday - 7:30pm

Thursday January 9

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Jewish advocates in Hollywood

In this special live episode, Jonah is joined by actors Marlee Matlin, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Josh Gad, a trio of Hollywood stars who have embraced powerful roles as outspoken Jewish advocates. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Friday - 2:00am & 10:00am; Saturday - 4:30am & 9:30pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

Even though Hanukkah has come and gone, Micah Halpern looks at how Zionism and the creation of Israel transformed the celebration of Hanukkah. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Friday - 5:30am; Saturday - 5:30pm

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm, Fridays & Sundays at 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

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

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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

Orin Wolf

Broadway producer Orin Wolf discusses his Jewish background, his love of Israel, his philosophy of theater, and the story behind his creating the Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 2018. Monday - 9:00pm; Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Rabbi Wolkoff

Conservative Rabbi Robert Wolkoff of Congregation B’nai Tikvah of North Brunswick, NJ explains why he is sure of the existence of God, and discusses his understanding of how God impacts the world. Tuesday - 9:00pm; Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Tal Keinan, Part 1

Israeli financier and former IDF fighter pilot Tal Keinan, author of God Is In The Crowd, explains why he sees American Jewry on the decline and in danger of “dying in its sleep.” Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Tal Keinan, Part 2

Part two of a conversation with Tal Keinan, author of God Is In The Crowd. Thursday - 9:00pm; Friday - 12:00am & 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Afterlife in Judaism

Rabbi Mordechai Becher explores the Jewish perspective on the afterlife in the Talmud lesson titled "Where On Earth Is The World To Come?" Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

Doodles & Margins

Rabbi Becher discusses doodles that appear in the margins of ancient Jewish texts (including Maimonides’), which show how human culture has not changed in thousands of years. Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

No Miracles

A look at how the rabbinic tradition rejects the notion of supernatural miracles. Monday - 9:00am; Thursday - 9:00am

The Story of Noah

Does God ever make a mistake? How does the Jewish Tradition understand the notion of God acting in history? Through Rabbinic interpretation (midrash) of the story of Noah (Genesis 6-11), these questions are addressed. Saturday - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 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

Joyful Chanukah and Happy New Year

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
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Light the Menorah with JBS

Tune in every night at 5:30pm & 10:00pm for Chanukah Candle Lightings with your favorite JBS hosts.

Sunday December 29

Jewish Film Festival

The House on Wannsee Street

Sunday - 1:00pm & 11:00pm

A Cantor's Tale

Monday - 1:00pm

A Cantor's Head

Tuesday - 1:00pm

Klezmatics: On Holy Ground

Wednesday - 1:00p & Saturday - 8:00pm

Monday December 30

Night of Light Concert

Faith community leaders Cantor Dan Mutlu, Rev Adriene Thorne, Rabbi David Ingber and others join for music and celebration in solidarity with Israel in an uplifting concert hosted by Cantor Azi Schwartz. Monday - 4:00pm & 11:00pm; Tuesday - 2:00am; Wednesday - 12:00am & 4:00pm

Yeshiva University Basketball

Catch the action as the YU Maccabees take on Wesleyan University at the Max Stern Athletic Center in New York City! Monday 12/30 - 7:30pm

Don’t miss the next tip off when the YU Maccabees host Tufts University! Thursday 1/2 - 7:30pm

Tuesday December 31

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour

Conversations with Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israeli Politician and diplomat, Naya Lekht, educator, author and scholar, and Professor Uzi Rabi, director of the Moshe Dayan Center for Middle Eastern and African Studies at Tel Aviv University from the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute. Tuesday - 7:00pm; Wednesday - 4:00am & 10:00am; Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Judah Mischel

**Rav Judah Mischel, (Camp HASC, the Hebrew Academy for Special Children), joins Justin to discuss the transformational experiences of the campers, counselors, and families of Camp HASC, as well as Chanukah and the mission of the Jewish people. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:00pm; Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 1

Defending Israel with David Harris: Bernard Henri Levi

David Harris is joined by renowned French philosopher, writer, and public intellectual Bernard-Henri Lévy, who brings his unique perspectives to a discussion of his book Israel Alone. Encore. Wednesday - 7:00pm; Thursday - 4:00am &11:30am; Friday - 5:00am & 8:30am & 4:30pm

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Kenny Hamilton

Jonah and music mogul Kenny Hamilton discuss antisemitism, Kenny's conversion to Judaism, his work with Justin Bieber and Scooter Braun, and how his identity as a Black Jew shapes his perspective on today’s social climate.
Wednesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Thursday - 2:00am & 10:00am; Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

Thursday January 2

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Jewish Musicians

Jewish musicians Joey Weisenberg, Elana Arian and Noah Aronson discuss their work and the links between music, prayer and worship, with Abigail Pogrebin from the JBS Studios in Times Square. Encore. Thursday - 2:00pm & 11pm; Friday - 9:30pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

FIDF Briefing: Tom Reuveny

FIDF CEO Steve Weil is joined in conversation by Tom Reuveny, Israeli Olympic gold medalist and IDF Reservist. Encore. Thursday - 7:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

Micah Halpern passionately shares why he is proud to be Jewish, emphasizing the importance of standing firm in one’s Jewish identity and support for Israel amidst rising anti-Semitism. Encore. Wednesday - 6:30pm; Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Friday - 5:30am; Saturday - 5:30pm

ILTV News and Daily News Updates - Chanukah Schedule

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday Wednesday at 6:00pm ILTV News only; Thursday at 6pm & Friday at 5 pm & Sunday at 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

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

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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

Dudu Fisher

One of Israel's greatest performers, Dudu Fisher describes his father's survival during the Holocaust, his concerns for the State of Israel today and his personal journey from prospective dental student to world renowned cantor and star of Les Miz. Tuesday - 9:00pm; Wednesday - 3:00am & 3:00pm

Noa

Leading Israeli int'l recording artist Noa (Achinoam Nini) talks about her early years in America, illustrious career, and activism that resulted in Arab-Israeli singer Miri Awad joining her on concert tours around the world. Wednesday - 9:00pm; Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Charles Harary

Inspirational speaker Charles Harary, discusses how his lectures and philosophies are grounded in Jewish Tradition. Thursday - 9:30pm; Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Chanukah

The Talmud's description of Chanukah, and the different theories for why candles are lit for eight nights are explored in Rabbi Mordechai Becher's special holiday lesson. Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

Heroism

Rabbi Becher uses biblical texts and rabbinic commentary to explore the notion of "heroism" in the Jewish Tradition. Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 9:30am

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Chanukah

From an adult perspective, learn the history, the story, and the celebrations of Hanukkah, and why it is the quintessential expression of Jewish identity and the American principle of religious freedom. Monday - 9:00am; Wednesday - 5:00am

Miracles

A lesson in how the quintessential midrashic story of Nachshon at the Red Sea reveals the Jewish Tradition's sense of miracles. Thursday - 9:00am; Saturday - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 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

Celebrating Chanukah 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
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Light the Menorah with JBS

Tune in every night at 5:30pm & 10:00pm for Chanukah Candle Lighting with your favorite JBS hosts.

Sunday December 22

Chabad Telethon

The annual Chabad of Mineola Telethon hosted by Rabbi Anchelle Perl, rabbi of Congregation Beth Sholom Chabad of Mineola, NY. Sunday - 7:00pm

Monday December 23

FIDF Briefing

FIDF CEO Steve Weil tells the "real story" of Chanukah, and discusses its ramifications for Israel. Monday - 7:00pm; Tuesday - 4:00am; Thursday - 1:00pm

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Yair Rosenberg

Yair Rosenberg, a writer covering politics, culture and religion for publications such as The Atlantic, Tablet and The New York Times, discusses his love of music and latest album release, Az Yashir: Songs for Shabbos, a collection of modern melodies for traditional Shabbat songs. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm; Friday - 4:00pm & 9:30pm

Tuesday December 24

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: A conversation with lifelong Israel advocate and ISGAP Vice Chair David Harris, from the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies.

Tuesday - 7:00pm; Wednesday - 4:30am & 10:00am; Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Manis Friedman

Rabbi Manis Friedman, world-renowned author, counselor, lecturer and philosopher, and the most popular rabbi on YouTube joins Justin to discuss Chanukah, marriage, service and the goal of life. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm; Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday December 25

Defending Israel with David Harris: Dalia Ziada

Dalia Ziada, Egyptian writer and human rights activist, joins David Harris to discuss the changing relationship between Egypt and Israel and the current situation in the Middle East Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm; Thursday - 4:00am; Friday - 5:00am

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch

Rabbi Hirsch shares a thought-provoking sermon with his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City. Wednesday - 7:30pm; Thursday - 4:30am & 11:00am; Saturday - 8:00pm

Thursday December 26

In Memoriam

Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Richard Lewis, Joe Lieberman, and Teri Garr are among those in the Jewish world remembered for good in our 2024 In Memoriam. Thursday - 6:30pm; Friday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Saturday - 8:30pm

The Triumph of Life, and of Love: Yitz Greenberg and Shai Held

Rabbis Yitz Greenberg and Shai Held, who each published major works in Jewish thought in 2024, come together for a freewheeling discussion about Judaism's celebration of life, its insistent focus on love, and the relationship between these two ideas, in a program of Hadar. Thursday - 7:00pm; Friday - 4:00am & 1:00pm; Saturday - 5:00am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt:David Lichtenstein

Jonah sits with Haredi podcaster and real estate mogul David Lichtenstein to explore the complexities of Jewish law, intermarriage, Sabbath observance and more while uncovering how faith and spirituality shape both personal and professional life. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm; Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSI

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

Micah Halpern reflects on the profound impact of Hersh Goldberg-Polin z"l, exploring how his story has become a powerful emblem of the hostage crisis and the tragedy of 10/7. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Friday - 5:30am

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

Chanukah Schedule

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday & Tuesday at 6:00pm, Wednesday - Friday at 6pm ILTV News only & Sunday at 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

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

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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

Raphael Shore

Rabbi Raphael Shore discusses his film-based organizations, “Jerusalem U” and “The Clarion Project,” and the work he is doing to educate Jews and to expose the dangers of Islamic extremism. Monday - 9:00pm; Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Rob Mathes

Grammy Award Winning composer/arranger/conductor/singer Rob Mathes discusses his musical journey, his writing Chanukah songs for his annual Holiday Concert at SUNY Purchase, and sings “Light In The Window” with his daughter Sarah. Tuesday - 9:00pm; Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Ken Brander

Rabbi Kenneth Brander, who leaves Y.U. to succeed Rabbi Shlomo Riskin as the Pres. and Rosh Yeshiva of Ohr Torah Stone educational institutions in Efrat, Israel, discusses his perspective on women’s issues relating to Jewish Law. Wednesday - 9:00pm; Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Julie Budd

Cabaret star Julie Budd, who began her career at age 12 in the Catskills, discusses her Jewish identity and her feelings for Israel; and discusses her perspective as a successful performer and her relationship to Frank Sinatra. Thursday - 9:00pm; Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Do A Favor

What one does or does not owe a person who does one a favor is the topic of Rabbi Mordechai Becher's Talmud lesson on this week's "Dimensions of the Daf." Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

On Treating Gentile

Rabbi Becher discusses what the Torah, Talmud, and various rabbinical sources teach about the relationship between Jews and Gentiles and the Jews' responsibility to other peoples of the world. Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Miracles

A lesson in how the quintessential midrashic story of Nachshon at the Red Sea reveals the Jewish Tradition's sense of miracles. Monday - 9:00am

Chanukah

From an adult perspective, learn the history, the story, and the celebrations of Hanukkah, and why it is the quintessential expression of Jewish identity and the American principle of religious freedom. Thursday - 9:00am; Saturday - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 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

On JBS: A new documentary from Raphael Shore; Elliott Abrams; Rabbi Brous; YU Basketball

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

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Sunday December 15

JFNA GA 2024: Rabbinic Roundtable

Max Webb Rabbi Emeritus of Sinai Temple David Wolpe leads a discussion with Rabbi Sharon Brous, senior and founding rabbi of IKAR, and Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University. Sunday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm; Tuesday - 2:30pm; Wednesday - 7:30pm; Thursday – 2:00am, 4:30am, 7:30am & 10:00am; Saturday - 8:00pm

Jewish Values vs Jewish Interests: Yehuda Kurtzer

Shalom Hartman Institute President Yehuda Kurtzer reflects on this post-election moment, offering a new framework to ensure the future vitality of American Judaism and prevent America from becoming merely a “diaspora.” Sunday - 7:30pm & 11:00pm; Monday - 10:00am; Tuesday - 5:00am; Wednesday - 1:00pm; Friday - 2:00pm

Tragic Awakening: A New Look at the Oldest Hatred

Documentary

Delve into the roots of antisemitism in this film that provides a fresh and empowering perspective on the world’s oldest hatred.
Sunday - 9:00pm; Monday - 12:00am & 1:00pm; Thursday - 7:00pm; Friday - 4:00am & 1:00pm; Saturday - 9:00pm

Film Discussion

Tragic Awakening producer Raphael Shore sits with Teisha to discuss the film and his dedication to combating antisemitism.
Thursday - 6:30pm & 10:00pm; Friday - 1:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm; Saturday - 8:30pm

Monday December 16

FIDF Briefing

FIDF CEO Steven Weil is joined by Maj. Gen. (Res.) Nadav Padan to discuss the latest developments in Israel’s ongoing multi-front conflict. Monday - 7:00pm; Tuesday - 4:00am; Thursday - 1:00pm

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Elliott Abrams

Abby sits with politician, lawyer and senior fellow for Middle Eastern studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, Elliott Abrams, to discuss his strategies for strengthening Jewish identity through education, immersive experiences, and community engagement. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Wednesday - 5:30am; Thursday - 2:00pm; Friday - 4:00pm & 9:30pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Tuesday December 17

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Jonathan Spyer

Insights from British-Israeli analyst, writer, and journalist of Middle Eastern affairs Jonathan Spyer (Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security) for ISGAP. Tuesday - 7:00pm; Wednesday - 4:30am & 10:00am; Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Dyonna Ginsburg - Jewish Global Impact After Oct 7##

Dyonna Ginsberg, CEO of OLAM, joins Justin to discuss Jewish and Israeli tikkun olam, and to examine how this work has evolved since October 7.. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm; Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday December 18

Defending Israel with David Harris: Mark Dubowitz

CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies Mark Dubowitz joins David Harris for an in-depth discussion on the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East today. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm; Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:00pm; Friday - 5:00am, 4:30pm & 10:00pm; Saturday - 7:30pm

Yeshiva University Basketball

The YU Maccabees face off against the University of Saint Joseph at the Max Stern Athletic Center in New York City. Wednesday - 8:00pm

Thursday December 19

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Zhailon Levingston

Jonah sits with Broadway director Zhailon Levingston, a rising young star in the New York theater scene, to discuss the dynamics of Black-Jewish solidarity and the power of art and theater to foster dialogue and bridge communities. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am; Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

Micah examines the possibilities for Syria's future in the wake of Assad's departure, revealing surprising potential outcomes. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Friday - 5:30am; Saturday - 5:30pm

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm, Fridays & Sundays at 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

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

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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

Herbert Block - American Zionism

Herbert Block, Executive Director of The American Zionist Movement (AZM), discusses the various expressions of pro-Israel activism in the United States and reflects on why some American Jews do not appreciate the nobility of Zionism. Monday - 9:00pm; Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Harriet Schleifer

The Chair of the AJC’s Board of Governors, Harriet Schleifer, discusses the key challenges facing American Jewish life including the lack of education in the Jewish community and the lack of engagement of Jewish youth. Tuesday - 9:00pm; Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Andrew Kligerman

Andrew Kligerman, former national board member of StandWithUs, discusses his Jewish journey and his support for the State of Israel. Thursday - 9:00pm; Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Importance of Dignity

The Jewish value of protecting a person's dignity, and how this reflects the Jewish emphasis on "free will," is presented by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

Kopi Luwak and the Kashrut of Coffee

Can a non-kosher animal produce a by-product that is kosher? Rabbi Becher explores how the Jewish Tradition treats issues related to the Laws of Kashrut Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Exodus part 1

What it means to be a "Jew" according to the Jewish Tradition, and Jewish sensitivity to the pain of one's enemies, are explored through the Exodus story using rabbinic commentary of the midrash. Monday - 9:00am; Thursday - 9:00am; Saturday - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 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

Sabbath Queen; Kirsten Gillibrand; American Values, Religious Voices

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

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Sunday December 8

JFNA GA 2024

Political Roundtable

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and commentator George Will discuss key issues facing America and the Jewish community, with JFNA President and CEO Eric Fingerhut. Sunday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm; Tuesday - 5:00am & 2:30pm; Thursday - 7:30am & 6:30pm; Friday - 12:30pm

Monday December 9

FIDF Briefing

FIDF CEO Steve Weil is joined for analysis Amichai Stein, diplomatic correspondent for Israeli television channel Kan 11. Monday - 7:00pm; Tuesday - 4:00am & 4:00pm; Thursday - 1:00pm

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Andres Spokoiny

Abby is joined by Argentinian-born Andrés Spokoiny, President of the Jewish Funders Network, to discuss his book Tradition and Transition, and how Jewish communities can balance heritage and modernity in world that demands it. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm;Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm; Friday - 4:00pm & 9:30pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinematheque: Sabbath Queen

Filmmaker Sandi DuBowski and Rabbi Amichau Lau-Lavie sit with Eric to discuss Sabbath Queen, their epic documentary that follows Lau-Lavie’s 20-year journey from radical drag queen to influential Rabbi of a God-optional, artist-driven synagogue. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm; Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am; Wednesday - 5:30am; Saturday -8:00pm

Tuesday December 10

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Ansel Brown

At the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute, Ansel K. Brown (North Carolina Central University) examines the deep-rooted hatred driving the global rise in antisemitism. Tuesday - 7:00pm; Wednesday - 4:00am & 10:00am; Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Gila Fine

Author Gila Fine (Pardes Institute) uses the example of female archetypes in rabbinic literature to show Justin how Talmud stories often defy expectations, not only challenging what they seem to convey but revealing the complete opposite. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm; Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday December 11

Defending Israel with David Harris: Sarah Idan

David Harris speaks with Sarah Idan, Iraqi-American activist, TV host, and former beauty pageant titleholder, whose Iraqi citizenship was revoked in 2019 after she voiced support for Israel at the UN. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm; Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:00pm; Friday - 5:00am, 4:30pm & 10:00pm; Saturday - 7:30pm

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch

Rabbi Hirsch shares a thought-provoking sermon with his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City. Wednesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm; Thursday - 1:00am, 4:30am, 11:00am & 2:30pm; Friday - 11:00am

Hineni: American Values, Religious Voices

Rabbi Andrea Weiss (HUC-JIR) leads a nonpartisan discussion on finding common ground and fostering civic engagement through a religious lens, in a program of Central Synagogue. Wednesday - 8:00pm; Thursday - 2:00am & 10:00am; Friday - 4:00am & 1:00pm; Saturday - 9:00pm

Thursday December 12

Authors Discussion: Daniel Schulman

Daniel Schulman joins Rabbi Bronstein to discuss The Money Kings, his epic narrative tracing the rise of German-Jewish financial dynasties, their impact on Wall Street, and the challenges they faced as Jews in Gilded Age America. Thursday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm; Friday - 1:00am & 8:30am; Saturday - 8:30pm

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Michael Solomonov

Jonah sits with Michael Solomonov, chef and owner of Philadelphia’s renowned Israeli restaurant Zahav, cookbook author, and champion of Israel’s extraordinary, diverse culinary landscape. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm; Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

Micah Halpern examines the trial of 100-year-old Gregor Formanek for aiding in over 3,000 murders at Sachsenhausen, weighing the ethical and legal questions surrounding age and time limits in Holocaust justice. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Friday - 5:30am; Saturday - 5:30pm

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm, Fridays & Sundays at 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

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

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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

Paula Eiselt

Filmmaker Paula Eiselt discusses 93 Queen, her documentary which follows an Orthodox mother of six, Rachel “Ruchie” Frier, on her quest to create a female ambulance service, which evokes fierce opposition from her Chasidic community. Monday - 9:00pm; Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Vivian Lazar

Director of the HaZamir international Jewish teen choir, Vivian Lazar, describes her Jewish background and the way HaZamir touches Jewish hearts, builds bridges between American and Israeli teens, and strengthens Jewish identity. Tuesday - 9:00pm; Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Steve Israel

Political commentator, lobbyist, former politician, and author Steven Israel discusses anti-Semitism in America and the evil of money in politics. Wednesday - 9:00pm; Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Helen Nash

Cookbook author Helen Nash discusses her personal Jewish journey and why she wrote her book New Kosher Cuisine. Thursday - 9:00pm; Friday - 12:00am & 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Changes & Grow

Drawing from a series of traditional commentaries, Rabbi Mordechai Becher explores the Talmudic notion of a person's ability to change and grow through one's actions and prayers. Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

In Heaven's Hands

Rabbi Becher discusses a letter from Rabbi Ovadiah to Maimonides about the Talmudic statement "everything is in the hands of Heaven except for the fear of Heaven." Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Choosing Jewish

Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l uses the Exodus story to explore what it means to be a Jew through a discussion of the Tenth Plague, the mezuzah, and the rabbinic notion of a Jew's "choosing" to be part of the Jewish People. Monday - 9:00am; Thursday - 9:00am;Saturday - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 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

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

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Sunday December 1

Israeli President Isaac Herzog

In his first major address in the U.S. since the October 7th attacks, Israeli President Isaac Herzog implores American leaders and all assembled at the JFNA GA to keep fighting for the Jewish people. Sunday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm; Monday - 5:30pm; Tuesday - 5:00am & 1:00pm; Wednesday - 7:30pm; Thursday - 7:30am & 2:30pm; Friday - 8:30am & 12:30pm

Monday December 2

FIDF Briefing

FIDF CEO Steve Weil is joined in discussion by Eric Mandel, Founder and Director of MEPIN (Middle East Political and Information Network). Monday - 7:00pm; Tuesday - 4:00am & 4:00pm; Thursday - 1:00pm

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Amir Tibon

Abby is joined by Israeli journalist Amir Tibon to discuss The Gates of Gaza, his book detailing his family's survival during the October 7th attacks and the deep-seated roots of the conflict. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm; Friday - 4:00pm & 9:30pm; Saturday - 7:30pm

Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinematheque: Nathan-ism

Eric Goldman speaks with Elan Golod, a former IDF soldier and director of Nathan-ism, his documentary about a Jewish soldier who chronicled the Nuremberg Trials through a self-invented art form. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm; Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am; Wednesday - 5:30am

Tuesday December 3

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Izabella Tabarovsky & Meng Yang

Izabella Tabarovsky (Kennan Institute at the Wilson Center) and Meng Yang (Peking University, China) offer insights at the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies. Tuesday - 7:00pm; Wednesday - 4:00am & 10:00am; Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Jonah Platt

Justin is joined by actor, artist, and Jewish advocate Jonah Platt, host of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, a series exploring Jewish identity airing on JBS. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am; Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm; Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday December 4

Defending Israel with David Harris

Lifelong Jewish advocate and JBS strategic analyst David Harris delves into the critical issues facing American Jewry and the state of Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm; Thursday - 4:30am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:00pm; Friday - 5:00am, 4:30pm & 10:00pm; Saturday - 8:00pm

Global Connections with Robert Siegel: Why Conspiracies

Robert Siegel discusses the nationwide and global impact of conspiracy theories with panelists Jesselyn Cook (Harvard University), David G. Rand (M.I.T.) and Nancy L. Rosenblum (Harvard University). Wednesday - 8:00pm; Thursday - 2:00am & 10:00am; Friday - 4:00am & 1:00pm

Thursday December 5

Authors Discussion: Julie Satow

Award-winning journalist and author Julie Satow joins Rabbi Avraham Bronstein to discuss When Women Ran Fifth Avenue, her novel about the golden age of American department stores and the visionary women who led them. Thursday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm; Friday - 1:00am & 11:00am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Patricia Heaton

Actress Patricia Heaton (Everybody Loves Raymond) joins Jonah Platt to discuss her outspoken advocacy for Israel and the importance of non-Jewish voices standing up for the Jewish community. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm; Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

Micah Halpern explores why a study found one-third of U.S. teens sympathize with Hamas and what it reveals about challenges in educating Jewish youth. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm; Friday - 5:30am; Saturday - 5:30pm

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm, Fridays & Sundays at 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

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

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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

Avi Hoffman - Dachau Album

Actor, producer, and Jewish culture preservationist Avi Hoffman shares the story and impact of the Dachau Album, one of the most important Holocaust artifacts found since World War II, containing artwork and photographs. Monday - 9:00pm; Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Stephen Schwartz

The composer and lyricist of Wicked, Stephen Schwartz, describes creating the music for the iconic Broadway musical, now a major motion picture, and how Jewish values have shaped his life and work. Tuesday - 9:00pm; Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Danny Ayalon on Peace

Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States and former Deputy Foreign Minister of Israel Danny Ayalon, discusses the difficulties inherent in reaching a peace agreement with the Palestinians. Wednesday - 9:00pm; Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Masha Merkulova

Russian-born Masha Merkulova describes how she didn’t know she was a Jew until she was 16, and explains her passion for educating American teens about Zionism so they go to college as proud Zionists. Thursday - 9:00pm; Friday - 12:00am & 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf:Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Big Love

Was Polygamy Normal? Rabbi Mordechai Becher explores this question using Kesuvos 90a. Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

Cars & Moral Choices

Rabbi Becher discusses Talmudic passages which relate to the moral dilemma posed by self-driving cars. Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Confronting Pharaoh

The Jewish Tradition's reading of the Exodus story and the rabbinic view of what it means to be a "Jew" reveals much in this lesson about the Jewish understanding of God. Monday - 9:00am; Thursday - 9:00am; Saturday - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 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