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Watch: Pnimiyut HaTorah; Israel Day on Fifth; Coach Bruce Pearl; Hostage Affairs

Where: Comcast X-1 Box Ch 1684, Atlantic Broadband 168, Hotwire Ch 269, DirecTV Ch 388, Blue Stream Ch 110, streamed on Roku under "educational", Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, ZipWaveTV 29, and jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org

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Programs

The Israel Day on Fifth Parade

Join the celebration and show of solidarity as one of the world’s largest gatherings in support of Israel marches up Fifth Avenue in New York City, in the JCRC-NY’s annual Israel Day Parade. Sunday (LIVE) - 11:30am Encores: Sun - 7:00pm & Mon - 1:30am

In the Spotlight: Yardena Schwartz

Abby Pogrebin is joined by award-winning journalist and bestselling author Yardena Schwartz to discuss Ghosts of a Holy War, her book about the complex background of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the ongoing struggle for peace in the region. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wed - 5:00am; Thu - 2:00pm Fri - 4:00pm & 9:30pm; Sat - 7:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines

The Hidden Holiness of Jerusalem and Zion with Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum, founding rabbi of the Zion community in Jerusalem and co-founder and head of the Israeli Rabbinic Seminary at the Hartman Institute, joins Justin to continue exploring Pnimiyut HaTorah and the inner dimension of Jewish spirituality that speaks to the soul and calls us to transformation – with a focus on Zion and Jerusalem, as we also prepare to celebrate Yom Yerushalayim, Jerusalem Day, next week. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Thu - 5:00am; Fri - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Defending Israel with David Harris: Bruce Pearl

One of this year’s NCAA March Madness Final Four coaches and renowned Auburn University basketball coach, Bruce Pearl, joins David to discuss being a proud Jew, an outspoken defender of Israel, and his recent trip to the Jewish state. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am; 7:00am, 11:30am, 5:00pm & 10:00pm Friday - 5:00am, 8:30am, 12:30pm, 4:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch delivers a sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City Wednesday - 7:30pm Thursday -1:00am, 4:30am, 7:30am, 11:00am & 2:30pm Friday - 11:00am & 10:00pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Hostage Affairs: Benjamin Anthony with Ilay David

Ilay David, brother of hostage Evyatar David, joins Benjamin Anthony to share his brother’s harrowing experience and to call for renewed public urgency in demanding the hostages' release. Wednesday - 8:00pm Thursday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 4:00pm Friday - 4:00am, 7:00am & 1:00pm Saturday - 8:30pm

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Lee Kern Jonah is joined by Oscar-nominated writer (“Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm”) and champion of human rights Lee Kern. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern

Micah Halpern unpacks President Trump’s new Middle East policy. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 5:30am Saturday - 5:30pm

L’Chayim

Rabbi Burton L. Visotzky - Why J Street

Rabbi Visotzky, scholar of Midrash and Appleman Professor of Midrash and Interreligious Studies Emeritus at JTS, explains why he is a member of the Rabbinic Cabinet of J Street. Monday - 3:00pm

Yossi Ron - Child of K'far Etzion

The story of Yossi Ron, orphaned when his parents were killed in the Arab massacre of Kfar Etzion Massacre, May 13, 1948. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Rabbi Kenneth Brander

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

Richard Haass

One of America’s foremost foreign policy experts Richard Haass, former President of the Council on Foreign Relations and author of A World In Disarray, discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the forces of chaos threatening the world. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am; 3:00am & 3:00pm

Yaakov Daniel - Fauda Star

Yaakov Daniel, who plays a leading role in the hit Israeli series Fauda about an Israeli unit that must deal with Palestinian terrorists on the West Bank, describes his personal story and his feelings for the series seen on Netflix. Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Responsibility to Other Peopl

The Talmudic view of one's responsibility to other people is discussed by Rabbi Mordechai Becher in a lesson called "He's My Brother, He Ain't Heavy." Sunday - 9:00am Tuesday - 9:00 am & 5:00pm

**Does the End Justify the Means?

Rabbi Becher discusses when a sin is committed for the sake of a mitzvah, how does the Jewish tradition address the Issue? Sunday - 9:30am Tuesday - 9:30 am & 5:30pm

Jewish 101

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

Ritual Observance

A discussion of the importance of Ritual Observance in Judaism from a non-Orthodox perspective and why such observance is critical to the future of the Jewish community. 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

Edith Samers Vice President 203.536.6914 (cell phone) JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel Website: jbstv.org

Men, Women & Children are invited to the annual authentic Lag BaOmer Bonfire, BBQ & Kumzits. Bring your instruments!

Date: Thursday, May 15, 8:30pm

Venue: Chabad Chayil 2601 NE 211 Ter, Miami, FL 33180

Cost: No charge. Sponsors welcome.

RSVP at ChabadChayil.org/Events

Tuesday, May 27 | 7-8 PM VIA Zoom

Temple Beth Am's Addiction Support Group for the Jewish Community

Addiction is a disease, and it’s in the Jewish community. We are here to support recovery from addiction. We are working to eliminate the shame often felt by those struggling with addiction and their families. Through our education and addiction awareness programs, we strive to end the stigma, so all Jews can feel that they belong.

Recovery is strengthened through our support group and the exploration of Jewish traditions, wisdom, and texts. Our Addiction Support Group for the Jewish Community welcomes everyone who struggles with addiction and their loved ones.

To participate on Zoom, email Mindy Robbin at [email protected]

Confidentiality is observed.

Wednesday, May 28 | 7 PM

Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from online predators and scams

Join the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) for an unforgettable event with Rashmi Airan, internationally acclaimed keynote speaker and leadership consultant, as she shares her life-changing story.

Bet Shira Congregation, 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami

Admission: $18 | Preregistration required

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Lag B'Omer; AJC Global Forum; Shavuot series

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 May 11

AJC Global Forum 2025: Opening Plenary

Hear from those directly impacted by 10/7, Jewish leaders from around the world, and a panel of top journalists offering a behind-the-headlines look at current affairs in Israel in the opening plenary of the premier global Jewish advocacy conference. Sunday - 8:30pm Monday - 10:00am Wednesday - 1:00pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Monday May 12

Eric Goldman's Jewish Cinematheque: Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round

Emmy-winning filmmaker Ilana Trachtman discusses Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round, her documentary about a small but pivotal chapter in the Civil Rights Movement that highlights the power of collaboration and humility in confronting injustice. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wednesday - 5:30am & 7:30pm; Thursday - 2:30pm

Tuesday May 13

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines - The Hidden Wisdom of Torah - Series for Shavuot

Episode 2: Bringing the Hidden Jewish Wisdom to Campuses -Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld and Meor

Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld, Founder and President of Meor, joins Justin to discuss his unique approach to educating young adults on college campuses, the transformative power of the hidden wisdom of Torah, and how that wisdom can inspire us all. 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 May 14

Defending Israel with David Harris: Dalia Ziada

Back by popular demand, peace activist, human rights advocate, and Middle East scholar Dalia Ziada returns to discuss Egypt’s attempts to revoke her citizenship over her support for Israel since October 7 and her criticism of Egyptian policy. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:30am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:30pm Friday - 5:00am & 4:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm

Thursday May 15

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Tessa Veksler & Eden Yadegar

Jonah is joined by Tessa Veksler and Eden Yadegar, proud Zionists and emerging Jewish leaders making their impact on college campuses and beyond Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud

* Micah offers a crucial reminder that Hamas is not synonymous with the Palestinian people on this week's Thinking Out Loud. 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 (ILTV) 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

David Goodman

David Goodman, whose brother Andrew was murdered by the Ku Klux Klan alongside Michael Schwerner and James Chaney in Mississippi in 1964, reflects on the loss and the powerful legacy of social justice it inspired. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Burt Visotzky

Rabbi Burton L. Visotzky, Professor of Midrash at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in NYC, discusses the importance of rabbinic commentary to the Torah which reflects the world view of the Jewish tradition. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

David Dalin

Rabbi and historian David Dalin discusses the contributions of the first three Jewish Supreme Court Justices -- Louis Brandeis, Benjamin Cardozo and Felix Frankfurter - who are profiled in his book Jewish Justices of the Supreme Court. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am; 3:00am & 3:00pm

Aaron Ben Ze'ev

For Lag B'Omer, Dr. Aaron Ben Ze'ev, former President of the University of Haifa, professor of philosophy and author of Love Online, sits to discuss the psychology of love. Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Just Motherhood

While the Talmud notes a man's obligation to have children, for women this is voluntary act. Sunday - 9:00am

Marriage - Lag B'omer

"Eight Blessings One Wedding" on the theme of marriage as found in Talmud tractates Kesuvos 7 and 8. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:00am Tuesday - 9:00 am & 5:00pm

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

Complete Jew

An introduction to the study of Jewish ritual observance and the relationship between ritual observance and Jewish ethics, and why being a "lovely person" does not constitute a "complete Jew." Monday - 9:00am

Sex in Judaism

Human sexuality in the Jewish tradition is reviewed in an ongoing study of the story of the Garden of Eden, including the rabbinic view of female sexuality, birth control, and the day most appropriate for sexual relations. 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

Monday, May 12 | 6:30-7:30 PM

The Pride Empowerment Circle is a monthly meet-up that serves as a community-building opportunity for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. It is a sounding board for the needs and wants of the attendees: discussions, advocacy, guest speakers, socials, special events, sharing of resources, and building connections all fall under the umbrella of what we do together.

For more information, please contact Jenine Simon at [email protected] or 305.271.9000 X 271.

Alper JCC Miami, 11155 SW 112 Avenue, Building 6, Studio A, Miami

May 18, 2025 | 10 AM - 1 PM

Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120 St. Miami, FL 33156

You're Invited to Our Open House! We will be cooking up a delicious Kosher BBQ, and there will be a foam pit and inflatable water slides. Fun for the whole family!

Come explore all we offer at our warm & welcoming Conservative synagogue: Preschool & Camps, Religious School, Youth Groups, Sisterhood, Caring Kehillah, Adult Education & Conversion Classes, and Weekly Kiddush Lunch & Monthly Dinners.

RSVP Here

Montana Tucker; Jason Robert Brown; Ido Aharoni; The Hidden Wisdom of Torah

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 May 4

Israel On Our Minds: Ambassador Ido Aharoni

Israeli diplomat Ambassador Ido Aharoni pulls back the curtain on recent Israeli affairs, answering your questions and taking us behind the scenes into the thinking and actions of government, business leaders and the Israeli public, in a program of the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center. Sunday - 7:30pm & 11:00pm Monday - 10:00am Wednesday - 1:00pm & 7:30pm Thursday - 10:00am Friday - 12:30pm; Saturday - 11:30pm

Monday May 5

FIDF Briefing: IDF Mental Health

FIDF CEO Steve Weil is joined by Dr. Lucian Tatsa-Laur, former head of the IDF Mental Health Department, for insights on the psychological challenges facing Israeli soldiers Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 4:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 5:00pm Thursday - 1:00pm

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Montana Tucker

Abby delves into the diverse and powerful Israel advocacy of social media activist Montana Tucker, whose new documentary, "Children of October 7," features firsthand shattering stories from young survivors. 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

ADL Never is Now 2025: Hostage Omer Neutra z"l

The parents of Omer Neutra z"l - a fallen American-Israeli IDF soldier and hostage murdered by Hamas - sit down with CNN Anchor and Senior Global Affairs Analyst Bianna Golodryga for a conversation in memory of their son and in solidarity with all hostages. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wednesday - 5:30am Saturday - 7:30pm

Tuesday May 6

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines - The Hidden Wisdom of Torah - Series for Shavuot

Episode 1 - Rebbe Nachman and the Hidden Wisdom of Torah As we count the Omer and prepare for Shavuot, Justin begins a new series on Pnimiyut HaTorah - the inner, hidden wisdom of Torah. In this first episode, Rabbi Zev Reichman returns to help us understand why the Omer is such a powerful time for inner growth, how Pnimiyut HaTorah can transform our spiritual lives, and why the teachings of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov still speak so powerfully to our souls today Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday May 7

Defending Israel with David Harris: Izabella Tabarovsky

David is joined by Soviet-born, Israel-based Izabella Tabarovsky, a top-notch researcher and analyst of the Soviet influence on contemporary antisemitism, as well as the nexus between antisemitism and anti-Zionism Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:30am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:30pm Friday - 5:00am, 4:30pm & 10:00pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Thursday May 8

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Jason Robert Brown

Beloved Tony-winning composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown (Parade; The Bridges of Madison County) joins Jonah for a conversation about storytelling, Jewish identity, and the power of music. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Thinking Out Loud

Micah Halpen addresses the deep infighting among Palestinians on this week's Thinking Out Loud. 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 (ILTV) 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

Jewish Historians

Three of American Jewry’s leading historians — Jeffrey Gurock, Jonathan Sarna, and Shuly Rubin Schwartz — reflect on their chosen field, as explored in their book, Conversations with Colleagues. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Rabbi Robert Wolkoff

Conservative Rabbi Robert Wolkoff (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; Saturday - 6:00pm

Rabbi Regev & Rabbi Wohlberg

Reform Rabbi Uri Regev (Hiddush) and Modern Orthodox Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg (Beth Tfiloh, Baltimore, MD) discuss the Orthodox Chief Rabbinate and Judaism in Israel. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am; 3:00am & 3:00pm

Woman of Valor

In anticipation of Mother's Day, inspirational speaker and mother Sara Esther Crispe, together with Jeffrey Segelman, Rabbi Emeritus of the Westchester Jewish Center, discuss Mark Pearlman's book More Precious than Pearls: A Prayer for the Women of Valor in Our Lives. Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Do Not Curse The Deaf

Learn how the Talmud interprets the Biblical verse "You shall not curse the deaf nor put a stumbling block before the blind". Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am Tuesday - 9:00 am & 5:00pm

On Capital Punishment

Rabbi Mordechai Becher discusses the Talmudic view of Capital Punishment and the strict restrictions on its application. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am Tuesday - 9:30 am & 5:30pm

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

Not in Heaven

In a continuing study of what it means to say that "the Torah is written by God," a discussion of the famous Talmudic story which teaches that Jews do not listen to voices from heaven to understand the Torah. 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

South Dade Jewish students entering 10th-12th grade in the 2025-2026 school year are invited to apply for the inaugural BeWell Miami South Dade Teen Wellness Fellowship. Participants will be trained in Teen Mental Health First Aid, learn from mental health experts in a variety of topics related to adolescent mental health and work with their peers to promote mental health awareness throughout the South Dade Jewish Community.

ClICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Starting June 24 for Boys & Girls! Includes: Field Trips, Swimming, Cooking, Sports, Arts & Crafts, Survival, Crazy Science, Kabala 101, Team Building & Tons of Fun! Includes Breakfast, Snacks, Hot Lunch, Early drop-off & late pick-up!

Date: June 24 - Aug 7

Venue: Chabad Chayil 2601 NE 211 Ter, Miami, FL 33180

Cost: Rates & Information at ChabadChayil.org/Camp

RSVP at Information & Registration at www.ChabadChayil.org/camp or (305) 770-1919

Direct Link: https://www.chabadchayil.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/4649372/jewish/Summer-Camp.htm