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Howie Mandel; Torah and Song; Pinker and Bruni; YU Basketball

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Torah Parsha: Bo

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Bo tells of the final plagues and the moment the Israelites prepare to leave Egypt, reminding us that freedom begins with faith, action, and remembering who we are. Monday & Thursday at 9:30am & 4:30pm Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 1:30am & 12:30pm

Sunday January 18

Not-So-Common Knowledge About Common Knowledge: Pinker and Bruni

Leading public intellectual Steven Pinker explores how we navigate each other’s minds and how “common knowledge” shapes our behavior, from everyday etiquette to societal outrage, with NYT columnist and author Frank Bruni in a program of the Temple Emanu-El Cultural Streicker Center. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 4:30am, 9:00am & 2:00pm Thu - 2:00am & 10:00am; Fri - 1:00pm

Monday January 19

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Rabbi Deborah Sacks Mintz

Rabbi Deborah Sacks Mintz, educator and facilitator of Jewish communal music, joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss her work weaving song and Torah into communal life and her forthcoming album entitled Songs from the Beit Midrash. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tue - 2:00am, 5:30am; 7:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:30pm

Tuesday January 20

TEXTing IRL: Tamara Mann Tweel

Elana Stein Hain and Hartman research fellow Tamara Mann Tweel turn to Parsha Bo to contend with the challenges of parenting in treacherous times and the power of narrative to create meaning and resilience in an incoherent world. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00am, 4:00am & 11:00am Thursday - 2:30pm Friday - 5:30am, 8:30am & 4:30pm Saturday - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Creating David: The Animated Epic

Justin Pines is joined by filmmaker Phil Cunningham to discuss his decades-long effort to bring the story of King David to life through animation, archaeology, and deep connection to the land, creating a cinematic love letter to Israel. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 21

Defending Israel with David Harris: Avi Jorisch

David Harris speaks with Avi Jorisch, CEO and co-founder of the Israel Economic Forum, whose work advances Israel’s global economic standing and connectivity to help secure a resilient future for the Jewish people and the State of Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:00am, 11:30pm, 6:30pm & 10:00pm Friday - 5:00am, 7:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Thursday January 22

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Susan Choi - Flashlight

Author Susan Choi joins Zibby Owens to discuss her heartbreaking novel Flashlight that explores themes of family, grief and identity as it traces her father’s disappearance across time, nations and memory. Thursday - 7:30pm Fri - 1:00am & 7:00am; Sat - 4:30am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Howie Mandel

Jonah Platt is joined by Howie Mandel, a familiar face across the entertainment world with a career spanning comedy, acting, hosting and producing. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm

Saturday January 24

Yeshiva University Basketball: Farmingdale State College at Yeshiva University

Farmingdale Rams visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm LIVE

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: While the world watches Iran

Micah Halpern examines global developments he sees being overlooked as attention remains fixed on Iran. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 4:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday (ILTV News) at 6:00pm, Tues - Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday at 5:00pm; ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm

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

Rachel Robinson

Jackie Robinson’s widow Rachel Robinson discusses the challenges she and her husband had to face as he broke the Major League color barrier in 1947- and recalls the Jews who helped them. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

Dr. Mordechai Kedar, Pt. 1

Mordechai Kedar, a leading scholar on Arab culture (Bar Ilan University), addresses the profound misconceptions Americans have about the structure and mentality of the Palestinian world and offers an alternative peace plan. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Dr. Mordechai Kedar, Pt. 2

Professor of Arabic Literature at Bar-Ilan University Mordechai Kedar discusses the growing divide between liberal American Jews and the State of Israel. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Raphael Shore

Rabbi Raphael Shore discusses his film-based organizations and his efforts in Jewish education and confronting extremism. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Truth or Consequences

Rabbi Mordechia Becher addresses the Talmudic principle of doing what is right regardless of the consequences. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

Pray For State

Rabbi Becher discusses how the Talmud calls upon Jews to pray for the secular government wherever the Jewish People live in the Diaspora. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Name of God

When Moses asks for God's name, the answer Moses receives reveals the Jewish Tradition's understanding of God. "Jewish 101" is a continuing JBS series exploring the basic philosophy of Judaism with host Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

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SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

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ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE

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Questions? Contact Development Director, Stefani Barrow Travieso [email protected].

Tickets can be purchased online at: www.JewishRetiree.com

Or in the following Stores:

• Aspaclaria Judaica in North Miami Beach/Aventura (Ticket Sales from 10AM-2PM ONLY) at 18240 West Dixie Highway.
• Torah Treasures in Miami Beach at 524 W. 41st Street.

February 15, At 2:00pm The Grand Klezmer Concert Many have titled this as “The Event of a Lifetime!”

Zevy Steiger and Aryeh Leib Hurwitz, two world-renowned chazzanim and the Heavy Shtetle Klezmer Band will delight South Florida with authentic Klezmer, Yiddish and other great Jewish music! Both cantors, together with this spectacular group of musicians will rock the house with their magnificent voices, and extraordinary musical talent.

United Jewish Generations, a Chabad organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for the Jewish senior citizen population, is proud to present this “out-of-this-world” concert, which is a true delicacy for seniors.

“We want everyone to be able to enjoy this beautiful music with the highest caliber musicians and cantors, and we therefore provide the most incredible entertainment, and yet we offer tickets at a price everyone can afford,” says Rabbi Menachem Smith, director of United Jewish Generations. The vast majority of seats are priced at only $20, and that is unheard of for this type of a concert!

The performance will take place on Sunday, February 15th at 2 p.m. at the Julius Littman Performing Arts Theatre at 17011 NE 19th Ave in North Miami Beach.

If you need help purchasing tickets (or for transportation to the concert,) please call: (954) 458-6000. Seats are priced at $20, $36, and $50. Sponsors of $180 or more, can choose their seats in the front two rows. Please be aware that the theatre has a rule that anyone with a walker or a cane must buy seats in the lower section only, because the upper section requires climbing stairs.

This group of exceptional Klezmerists includes internationally acclaimed Clarinetist Jaime Bronsztein from the Jaime Bronsztein Klezmer Band, Chaim Rubinov from the Klezmer Company Jazz Orchestra, Richi Shapiro from Tekiah Orchestra, and other incredible Klezmerists.

Attendees are encouraged to buy tickets early to attain the best seats, and also keep in mind that this event has sold out in the past! For more info, please email: [email protected] or call: (954) 458-6000.

Eli Sharabi; The Goldberg-Polins; One Day in October; The Evolution of Bennett

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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Torah Parsha: Vaera

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Vaera continues the story of the Exodus with God’s promise of redemption and the first plagues in Egypt, reminding us that transformation often begins before freedom is fully in sight. Monday & Thursday at 9:30am & 4:30pm Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday January 11

Fifth Annual Sacks Conversation: Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin

Parents of slain Hamas captive Hersh z”l, Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin, join Ambassador Daniel Taub in conversation at an evening marking the fifth yahrzeit of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z”l, with remarks from his daughter, Gila Sacks. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Mon - 7:00am & 11:00am; Tue - 5:00pm Wed - 1:30pm; Thu - 11:00am & 6:30pm Fri - 1:00pm; Sat - 3:30am & 11:30pm

Monday January 12

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Amor and Finkelman - One Day in October

Abigail Pogrebin is joined by producers Daniel Finkelman and Chaya Amor of the acclaimed HBO Max series One Day in October, which recreates powerful stories of the nightmare that changed Jewish history, as they talk about how the real-life subjects helped make every moment as truthful as possible. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am & 1:00pm Thursday - 2:00pm & 5:30pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Jewish Cinemathèque with Eric Goldman: Khalaily and Shachar - Bella

Eric Goldman sits with Israeli filmmakers Jamal Khalaily and Zohar Shachar to discuss Bella, the only feature comedy nominated for Best Film at the Jerusalem Film Festival. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wednesday - 5:30am; Thursday - 2:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm

Tuesday January 13

For Heaven’s Sake: Naftali Bennett 2026

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi examine Naftali Bennett’s shift from ideological conservative to national unifier, reflecting on his brief year as prime minister and what a return to leadership might signal for Israel. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 10:00am Saturday - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Rabbi Dov Singer on the Power of Soulful Communication

Justin Pines sits with Rabbi Dov Singer, head of Makor Chaim Yeshiva, to examine a shift from speaking about life’s challenges to speaking directly to them, translating deep spiritual ideas into practical tools for presence, humility and resilience. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 14

Defending Israel with David Harris: Arsen Ostrovsky

David Harris is joined by international human rights lawyer, social media influencer, and Bondi Beach survivor Arsen Ostrovsky. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm Thu - 1:00am, 4:00am & 1:00pm Friday - 5:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Yeshiva University Men's Basketball: Purchase College at Yeshiva University

The Panthers of Purchase College visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Wednesday - 8:00pm Live

Thursday January 15

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Zibby Owens - Family and Other Calamities

Award-winning journalist Leslie Gray Streeter joins Zibby Owens to discuss her novel Family and Other Calamities, sharing personal stories of grief and how embracing her late husband’s Jewish traditions led to unexpected community and belonging. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Fri - 1:00am & 11:00am; Sat - 3:30am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Eli Sharabi

Jonah is joined by Eli Sharabi, an Israeli survivor of Hamas captivity from Kibbutz Be’eri and author of Hostage, named one of Time’s 100 must-read books of 2025. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm

Saturday January 17

Yeshiva University Basketball: St. Joseph's University Brooklyn at Yeshiva University

St. Joseph's University Brooklyn Bears visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm Live

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm Tueesday - 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Iranian Protests

Micah Halpern examines Iran’s history of public protests, looking at why past uprisings failed and how the regime has responded with force to suppress dissent. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 2:30am & 4:30am 8:30am & 12:30pm

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

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

Michael Melchior

The Chief Rabbi of Norway and former Israeli Minister and MK Rabbi Michael Melchior discusses his work with the Israel Civic Action Forum and his vision for a religious peace between Israel and the Palestinians Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Clarence Jones

Meet Clarence Jones, a personal friend of Martin Luther King, Jr. who helped create the I Have A Dream speech. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Stephen Schwartz

Musical theatre composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz discusses some of his classic Broadway shows, including Pippin, Wicked and The Prince of Egypt, and describes how Jewish values have shaped his life and work. Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Amir Shlomian

Amir Shlomian, founder of Ein Bustan, a school in the Galilee where Jewish and Arab Israeli children study together, describes his own Jewishness as the child of a father who is a Survivor, and the philosophy behind his school. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Who's at Fault?

A classic scene from the movie The Godfather, is used to study the Talmudic question, "Who's responsible when one person orders another to do an evil deed?" Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

God or Man?

Warnings about potential dangers (and an exploration of whether tragedies are in the hands of heaven or man) are examined in "Put On a Sweater Or You'll Catch a Cold," based on Kesuvos Daf Lamed. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Hineni

A continuing introduction to the philosophy of Judaism through Moses' encounter at the Burning Bush. Whose voice does Moses hear from the Bush? What does the answer "Hineni" imply? What does Moses ask of God? Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 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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Shabbat Shalom to our littlest members! 🕯️🧸

Bring the whole family for a Shabbat filled with joy, songs, and togetherness! We are excited to invite you to our Tot Shabbat, a special kid-friendly service designed for young families.

After the service, stay for a delicious dinner.

🗓 Friday, January 23rd | 6:00 PM 📍 Temple Emanu-El (1701 Washington Ave) 🎟 Tickets: $60 Family | $36 Per Person | $15 Per Child

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New Year for Chassidim and Spiritual Beginnings; From Hostage Square to Hope; Cindy Crawford; 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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Torah Parsha: Shemot

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Shemot recounts the Israelites’ enslavement in Egypt and the birth of Moses during a time of fear and danger, reminding us that even in the darkest moments, courage and the first steps toward redemption can emerge. Monday & Thursday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday January 4

Yud Tet Kislev Farbrengen

A special evening of niggunim and spiritual inspiration with Rav Moshe Weinberger and Rabbi Shlomo Katz marking Yud Tet Kislev, the 19th of Kislev, celebrated as the Rosh Hashanah of Chassidism. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Monday - 1:00pm; Wednesday - 1:00pm Saturday - 3:30am & 11:30pm

Monday January 5

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Rabba Dr. Anat Sharbat

Abigail Pogrebin interviews Rabba Dr. Anat Sharbat, a Talmud scholar who founded a weekly prayer group in Tel Aviv's hostage square, turning it from a place of sorrow into one of healing. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Moms Matter: Cathy Heller - Embracing Oneness

Mother, journalist, and publisher of LA Mom Magazine, Shirin Yadegar is joined for soulful inspiration by Cathy Heller, a teacher, podcaster, life coach, and author who draws on Jewish mysticism and ancient wisdom to explore purpose, connection, and a path toward spiritual growth and abundance. Tuesday - 9:30am & 4:30pm Wednesday - 4:00am; Thursday - 5:00pm

Tuesday January 6

Texting IRL: Choosing Israel Again and Again

Elana Stein Hain welcomes Hartman’s Ronit Heyd to read the work of Amos Oz and discuss why relationships between Israelis and within the Jewish people must be committed: loving, honest, and critical. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00am & 5:30am Thursday - 10:00am, 2:30pm & 5:30pm Friday - 7:30am; Saturday - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Raising Thinkers: How to Share Deep Values with the Next Generation (ft. Effy Unterman)

Justin is joined by Hadar’s Rabbi Effy Unterman, a Jewish education pioneer and lead developer of Devash Jr.: Shemot, to explore the Jewish idea that children are active, serious thinkers and how Torah learning invites multiple perspectives, encouraging curiosity and finding one’s own voice. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 7

Defending Israel with David Harris

David Harris delves into critical issues facing American Jewry and its relationship with the state of Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 1:00am, 4:00am, 1:00pm & 6:30pm Fri - 5:00am, 7:00am & 8:30am Saturday - 8:00pm

Thursday January 8

The Hampton Synagogue's Author Discussion Series: Mark Gerson

The Hampton Synagogue’s associate Rabbi Sean Jensen moderates an evening with entrepreneur, philanthropist, podcaster, and author Mark Gerson, author of God Was Right, an examination of the Torah's social-science claims in light of modern scientific research. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 11:30am; Saturday 5:30pm

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Suzy Welch - Becoming you

Zibby Owens chats with New York Times bestselling author Suzy Welch about her inspiring and practical guide for discovering your true self and identifying the career that is meant for you. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Friday -1:00am, 5:30am, 11:00am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Cindy Crawford

Jonah is joined by iconic American model, actress, entrepreneur, and outspoken ally for the Jewish people, Cindy Crawford. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm

Saturday January 10

Yeshiva University Basketball: Mount St. Mary College at Yeshiva University

The Knights of Mount St. Mary College visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm LIVE

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm Tue - 4:00am, 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Israel’s Allies and Enemies

Micah Halpern examines Israel’s allies and the ways its enemies misunderstand the geopolitical map. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 4:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 12:30pm

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

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

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

Gary Kenzer

Gary Kenzer, National USA Executive Director of Honest Reporting, discusses ways in which the international media fails to provide accurate and complete information regarding the Israeli - Palestinian conflict. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 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. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Susan Tuchman

Susan Tuchman, Director of the ZOA Center for Law and Justice, describes her legal work fighting Jewish injustice of all kinds. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Charles Cohen

Real estate developer and film producer Charles S. Cohen discusses his Jewish involvement and his film, Red Trees, the uplifting story of director Marina Willer’s family’s survival in Nazi-occupied Prague. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Mine! It's All Mine!

The litigation of property claims, based on Talmud tractate Baba Metzia (the "middle gate" of three on financial and business ethics), is explained by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

Study Party

Rabbi Becher explains the meaning behind “Siyum HaShas,” which celebrates concluding the 7.5-year study cycle of the entire Talmud. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Burning Bush

Learn the meaning of the Burning Bush that Moses encountered in the wilderness, and take a comparative look at the Jewish Tradition's approach to life with major religious philosophies. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am

From The Aleph-Bet - JBS series for anyone of any age who wishes to learn how to read and understand Hebrew used in the experience of Jewish life.

Two New Hebrew Words

Reading and understanding two new Hebrew words that are found in many Jewish blessings is part of this final lesson of "From The Aleph-Bet" series 2. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm

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

A Cantorial Concert; Dan Senor at the JFNA; In Memoriam; 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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Torah Parsha: Vayechi

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Vayechi closes Genesis with Jacob’s final words to his children, inviting reflection on legacy, continuity, and what we carry forward from one generation to the nextat moments of ending and renewal. Tuesday at 9:30am & 4:30pm Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday December 28

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Rabbi Buchdahl

Zibby Owens sits with Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, Senior Rabbi of Central Synagogue and the first Asian American rabbi, whose memoir charts her path from Seoul to Jewish leadership and reflects deeply on belonging, grief, empathy and resilience. Encore Sunday - 4:30pm Thu - 7:30pm; Fri - 5:30am & 1:00pm Saturday - 9:30pm

JFNA General 2025: Closing Plenary

Author and podcaster Dan Senor, Sen. Ted Cruz, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl and JFNA leaders Jeff Schoenfeld and Eric Fingerhut join a closing plenary reflecting on the past year and how shared purpose can guide the Jewish community forward. Sunday - 8:00pm & 11:30pm Mon - 1:00pm; Wed - 1:00pm Saturday - 11:00pm

Monday December 29

In Memoriam 2025

A moment of memory devoted to major Jewish figures who passed away in 2025 including Rob Reiner, Peter Yarrow, Nita Lowey, Frank Gehry, and Gloria Kaylie. Alongside Remembering Mark S. Golub z”l, the beloved founder and host of JBS. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 1:00am, 4:00am & 11:30am Wednesday - 10:00pm Thu - 4:00am, 8:30am, 2:30pm & 7:00pm Friday - 4:30pm; Saturday - 9:00pm

Yeshiva University Basketball: Illinois Wesleyan University at Yeshiva University

Wesleyan University Titans visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees from the Max Stern Athletic Center in New York City. Monday - 8:00pm LIVE

Tuesday December 30

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Yaakov Katz

American-born Israeli journalist, author and the former Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post, Yaakov Katz, joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss his latest book While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East. Encore Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am Thursday - 1:00pm

For Heaven’s Sake: Vice President J.D. Vance

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi unpack Vice President J.D. Vance's troubling statements, the rise of "America First" isolationism, why Israel may need to rethink its dependence on American aid, and what this means for Jews on both sides of the Atlantic. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wed - 4:00am & 11:00am Thu - 10:00am; Fri - 4:30am; Sat - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Rav Binny Freedman

Justin sits with Rav Binny Freedman, Rosh Yeshiva of Orayta, an IDF Company Commander who survived the S'barro's suicide bombing in Jerusalem, and an educator known for making complex Jewish ideas accessible and relevant. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday December 31

Hampton Synagogue Cantorial Concert

Cantor Netanel Hershtik is joined by world-renowned Chazzan Nissim Saal, Chaim Stern, Maestro Izchak Haimov and the Hampton Synagogue Choir for the synagogue’s 30th annual cantorial concert. Wednesday - 5:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 1:30pm Friday - 7:00am & 11:00am Saturday - 3:30am & 8:00pm

Defending Israel with David Harris: Melanie Phillips

David Harris is joined by journalist and author Melanie Phillips on Defending Israel for a wide-ranging conversation on global power, moral clarity, and the challenges facing Western democracies -and what this moment means for Israel, Jewish life. Encore Wednesday - 7:00pm Thursday - 4:30am Friday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: On the Election of Zohran Mamdani

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch reflects on his concerns about New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, urging unity and moral clarity in a sermon to the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue congregation. Encore Wednesday - 7:30pm Thursday - 1:00am

Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Shai Davidai

Columbia Business School professor and leading voice against campus antisemitism, Shai Davidai, joins ISGAP leaders Dr. Charles Asher Small and David Harris to discuss activism, scholarship and the climate facing Jewish students in North America. Encore Wednesday - 8:00pm Thursday - 2:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm

Thursday January 1

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Jason Alexander

Jason Alexander who gave us the iconic George Costanza from Seinfeld, joins Jonah to discuss Jewish identity, cultural Judaism vs. religion, his work as a proud Jew and activist supporting Israel, and the impact of October 7th. Encore Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Fri - 2:00am,10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Post-Election Cooperation

Micah Halpern urges NYC Jewish leadership to forget the election rhetoric and work with Zohran Mamdani to get the important service that city hall provides for Jews in New York. Encore Wednesday - 6:30pm

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 11:00pm Tuesday - 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

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

Abigail Pogrebin

Author Abigail Pogrebin (Stars of David) discusses what she learned about Judaism during her year-long journey observing all 18 holidays on the Jewish calendar (My Jewish Year); and reflects on American Jewish life today. Monday - 9:30pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am, 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

Abraham Twerski z"l

One of America's leading psychiatrists, Dr. Abraham Twerski z"l of the renowned Chasidic Twerski family, discusses his own journey from the pulpit rabbinate to a medical career that recognizes him as a preeminent expert in the field of substance abuse. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

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 Misérables. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Cast of Shtisel

Three stars of the hit Israeli series Shtisel, Michael Aloni (Kive), Dov Glickman (Shulem) and Neta Riskin (Giti) , speak about their Jewish backgrounds and how playing Chasidic Jews may have changed their Jewish identities. 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

The Jewish view of the afterlife is examined on "Where On Earth Is The World To Come?" as Rabbi Mordechai Becher presents another Talmud lesson Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

Doodles and 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

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Moses

Moses' early life, his speech impediment and his marriage to Zipporah in Midian, is part of this week's study of the Exodus story which reveals the Jewish Tradition's notion of God and what it means to be a Jew. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am

From The Aleph-Bet - JBS series for anyone of any age who wishes to learn how to read and understand Hebrew used in the experience of Jewish life.

The Motzee

Learn to read and understand the Hebrew for the most well-known of all Jewish blessings, the Motzee, recited over bread. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm

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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Monday, January 26 | 7:30 PM | In person and via Zoom

Join Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus, Keshet and BeWell Miami for an important evening of conversation around Why LGBTQ+ Inclusion Is a Jewish Value. This panel conversation will be moderated by Tracey Labgold, Florida Education and Training Manager for Keshet. Participating on the panel will be Rabbi Rojzman, Dr. Dani Rosenkrantz and a young adult member of the Miami Jewish community.

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Chanukah Reflections; Arab Zionist Rawan Osman; Activist Art; The Future of Peace

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!

Chanukah Night 8

With Rabbi Justin Pines Sunday - 5:30pm & 10:00pm Monday - 1:30am

Torah Parsha: Vayigash

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Vayigash recounts Joseph revealing himself to his brothers and the family’s reunion in Egypt, reminding us of the power of reconciliation, responsibility, and the possibility of healing. Monday & Thursday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday December 21

JFNA General 2025: Afternoon Plenary - A SAPIR Debate

Leading voices from journalism, policy, communal leadership, and the family of Yitzhak Rabin come together to ask whether lasting peace is still possible and what a realistic future for Israelis and Palestinians might look like in this afternoon plenary in partnership with The SAPIR Debates. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 1:00pm; Thursday - 10:00am

Monday December 22

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Laura Katzman - Ben Shahn, On Nonconformity

Abigail Pogrebin meets author Laura Katzman to discuss her new book on Ben Shahn, the Lithuanian-born immigrant artist whose socially engaged work championed civil rights, confronted injustice, and shaped modern American political art. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:30pm

Rabbi Sacks z"l: The Big Questions

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z”l brings his Jewish wisdom and insights to the big questions that shape how we live and what we believe. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wednesday - 4:30am & 2:30pm Fri - 11:30am; Sat - 4:30am & 9:00pm

Tuesday December 23

TEXTing IRL: Jewish Disagreement in Public and Private

Elana Stein Hain and Jeremy Burton, Executive Director of the JCRC of Greater Boston, examine the growing fractures within Jewish communal life through the lens of Parashat Vayigash, wrestling with questions of relationship, unity and advocacy. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00am, 4:00am & 11:00pm Thursday - 5:30pm, Friday 5:30am Saturday - 5:00pm & 11:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Malka Simkovich - Chanukah Episode 2

From the "passive-aggressive" letters sent between Jerusalem and Egypt to the dramatic (and sometimes hilarious) miracles recorded in the Book of Maccabees, Dr. Malka Simkovich reveals the "real" story of the Maccabean revolt in part two of this Chanukah conversation with Justin Pines. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday December 24

Defending Israel with David Harris: Rawan Osman

David Harris is joined by Arab Zionist Rawan Osman, content creator and founder of Arabs Ask, a platform advocating for peace and normalization between Arab countries and Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:30am,11:30am, 6:30pm & 10:00pm Fri - 5:00am, 7:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: Bondi Beach

Rabbi Ammi Hirsch reflects on how Western institutions have failed to prevent an increasingly dangerous environment for Jewish communities, warning that even the full light of the Chanukah menorah cannot dispel the shadows facing Jews today. Wednesday - 7:30pm Thursday - 8:30am Friday - 4:30am, 7:30am, 11:00am, 1:30pm & 4:30pm Saturday - 5:30pm & 8:30pm

Thursday December 25

Totally Booked with Zibby: Jeanine Cummins - Speak To Me of Home

New York Times bestselling author Jeanine Cummins joins Zibby to discuss Speak To Me of Home, a multigenerational story exploring identity, belonging, loss of language, and how fiction sparks empathy and difficult conversations. Thursday - 7:30pm Friday - 1:00am, 4:00am & 1:00pm Saturday - 9:30pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear,timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm Tue - 4:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am

ILTV News

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

Art of Arthur Szyk

Irvin Ungar discusses the life and work of Polish-born Jewish artist Arthur Szyk, who worked primarily as a book illustrator and political artist who used his work to fight Hitler. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am, 3:00pm

Shlomo Riskin

Shlomo Riskin, founder of Ohr Torah Stone, describes the influence upon him of Rav Soloveitchik z”l and the LubavItcher Rebbe z”l, and discusses his disagreements with today’s Chief Rabbinate of Israel. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Composer Rob Mathes

Grammy Award–winning composer, arranger, conductor, and singer Rob Mathes reflects on his musical journey, discusses the Chanukah songs he wrote for his annual holiday concert in collaboration with Mark, and performs “Light in the Window” with his daughter, Sarah. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

Neshama Carlebach

Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and educator Neshama Carlebach talks about her personal journey, her music and how she has overcome the cancel culture that impacted her life and career. 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

On Treating Gentiles

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

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

The Exodus

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 with rabbinic commentary of the midrash. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am

From The Aleph-Bet - JBS series for anyone of any age who wishes to learn how to read and understand Hebrew used in the experience of Jewish life.

Blessings, Part 2

In this second segment on "Blessings," learn to read and understand the Hebrew that comprises many Jewish blessings, and what the Hebrew for "king of the universe" actually conveys. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm

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

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