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JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 2 – NOVEMBER 8
Posted by Vlada Barash on 10/31/2025 @ 03:27 PM
NYC Elections; Totally Booked with Zibby and Jewish Book Month; Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire
Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, DirecTV 388, Hotwire 269 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ZipWaveTV 29, and www.jbstv.org
For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org
Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable.
All Times are ET and are Subject to Change
THE WEEKLY PARSHA ON JBS
Torah Parsha: Vayeira
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 Vayeira recounts Abraham’s open tent, the birth of Isaac, and his ultimate test of faith on Mount Moriah, reminding us to welcome others, seek justice with mercy, and trust in purpose even amid uncertainty. Monday - 9:30am & 4:30pm Thursday - 9:30am Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm
Monday November 3
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Zibby Owens
Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Zibby Owens - bestselling author, publisher, bookstore owner, and host of the hit podcast Totally Booked with Zibby - which is brought to life before a studio audience in a new series premiering on JBS this Thursday. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am & 11:00am Wed - 5:00am & 7:00am; Thu - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm
Jewish Cinemathèque with Eric Goldman: Oren Rudavsky - Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire
Eric welcomes back acclaimed filmmaker Oren Rudavsky to discuss Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire, his powerful documentary that offers an unprecedented in-depth look at the life, legacy, and inner world of one of the most profound voices of our time. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tue - 2:30am, 11:30am & 2:30pm Wed - 5:30am & 7:30am; Sat - 7:30pm
Tuesday November 4
For Heaven’s Sake: Mamdani
As New Yorkers head to the polls to elect their next mayor, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi ask what the possible election of Zohran Mamdani means for Jewish identity, Diaspora-Israel relations, and the boundaries of Jewish community. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am, 2:00pm & 5:00pm Thu - 10:00am; Sat - 5:00pm & 8:30pm
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Jennifer Apple
Jennifer Apple, star of the show Hannah Senesh presented by the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, joins Justin to discuss taking on the role, and the impact and legacy of Hannah Senesh. 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 November 5
Defending Israel with David Harris: Jonah Platt
David Harris welcomes Jonah Platt, host of the hit podcast Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, for a conversation about Jewish identity in America today and the insights he’s gained from his acclaimed series. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm & 6:30pm Friday - 5:00am & 8:30am Saturday - 8:00pm
Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Dalia Ziada
Middle East scholar Dalia Ziada joins ISGAP leaders Dr.Charles Asher Small and David Harris to discuss ISGAP’s future operations in Washington, DC, where she’s joined the team to translate scholarship on combating antisemitism into actionable policy. Wednesday - 8:00pm Thu - 2:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm Friday - 4:00am, 7:00am & 1:00pm Saturday - 11:00pm
Thursday November 6
The Hampton Synagogue's Author Discussion Series: Menachem Rosensaft
Rabbi Avraham Bronstein sits with author Menachem Rosensaft to discuss Burning Psalms, a collection of 150 psalms that lament, rage and seek comfort as they reimagine ancient texts in the shadow of the Holocaust. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 11:30am & 4:30pm
Totally Booked with Zibby: Rebecca Minkoff
Iconic fashion designer and author Rebecca Minkoff joins Zibby Owens for this series premiere, sharing insights from her book Fearless and the creative lessons behind her journey. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Friday - 1:00am, 5:30am & 11:00am Saturday - 9:30pm
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Jake Tapper
In this election-week episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, Jonah visits Washington, D.C., for a candid conversation with CNN’s Jake Tapper about his Jewish identity, new book Race Against Terror, and the challenges of covering politics, elections, and rising antisemitism. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Fri - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm
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, 7:00am, 1:00pm & 5:00pm Wednesday - 11:00am
Thinking Out Loud: Beyond the Headlines: Finding Strength in Tradition
Micah reflects on how many Israelis, including kidnapped victims, have found strength in Jewish tradition since October 7. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am Friday - 12:30pm
ILTV News and 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
Elie Wiesel z"l
Speaking about his days in Auschwitz, his relationship with God, and his hopes for the Jewish future, author and Nobel Peace Laureate Elie Wiesel z"l spends an intimate hour discussing memories and hopes. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Jewish New York
Historians Deborah Dash Moore and Jeffrey Gurock discuss the history of New York City and of the Jews of New York as chronicled in their book Jews of New York: The Remarkable Story of A City and A People. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
Yahya Mahamid
Yahya Mahamid, an Israeli Arab raised in the city of Umm al-Fahm, describes being taught to hate Jews and Israelis and how he became a "Muslim Zionist" advocating for Israel worldwide. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Attorney Jay Goldberg
Criminal law attorney and US Constitutional scholar Jay Goldberg discusses his career as both prosecutor and defense attorney in some of the nation's most high-profile cases as described in his autobiography The Courtroom is My Theater.
Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
The Binding of Isaac
As we prepare to read Parsha Vayeira, Rabbi Becher explores one of the Torah’s most troubling and misunderstood passages, revealing why it was revolutionary in its time and how its message still resonates today. Sunday - 9:00am Mon - 4:00am
Shake It Up Zayde
The Jewish custom of swaying during prayer is discussed. Sunday - 9:30am Mon - 4:30am
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Original Sin
In the study of the Creation (Gen. 3), learn how classical Christianity interpreted the Adam & Eve story, and how their eating the forbidden fruit became the Original Sin and shaped western views of sexuality. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:30pm; 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.
Lesson 17
New vowel sounds and rules of the Sh'vah. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:30pm
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
Game Day at the J
Posted by Stefani Barrow Travieso on 10/31/2025 @ 02:36 PM
December 4, 2025 10:30 AM Alper JCC Miami 10:30 AM
Multimedia Program Commemorating Yom HaPlitim (Jewish Refugee Day)
Posted by Lauren Gold on 10/29/2025 @ 04:25 PM
Sunday, November 16 | 11 AM
Join us to commemorate Yom Haplitim (Jewish Refugee Day) through a multimedia program featuring survivor testimonials, video and photo exhibit and a keynote address by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. Yom Haplitim marks the expulsion of nearly one million Jews from North Africa, the Middle East and Iran following the establishment of the State of Israel.
Presented by the American Jewish Committee, Sephardi Voices, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Israeli Consulate in Miami.
Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center: Hope & Healing: No One Should Grieve Alone
Posted by Nicole Alonso on 10/29/2025 @ 09:32 AM
Community Gathering and Workshop | Wednesday, November 12 | 6-8 PM
Join together with these North Miami Dade adult communities for encouraging and compelling programs, creating hope and resilience after loss. Each evening program will include ritual and spiritual engagement, commemoration, social connections, learning and legacy work.
Light refreshments | No cost to attend
Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center, 20400 NE 30th Avenue, Aventura
RSVP to Abramm Kupfer at [email protected].
A program of the North Miami Dade Bereavement Initiative*, a multi-synagogue-based initiative supported in partnership with Mishkan Miami of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.
Alper JCC Miami Women's Day Luncheon & Boutique at The Rusty Pelican
Posted by Stefani Barrow Travieso on 10/27/2025 @ 10:32 AM
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 26 – NOVEMBER 1
Posted by Vlada Barash on 10/24/2025 @ 04:26 PM
Manhattan Jewish Experience; Mothers & Daughters; JLMinute; Indigenous Jewish Artists
Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, DirecTV 388, Hotwire 269 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ZipWaveTV 29, and www.jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org
Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable.
All Times are ET and are Subject to Change
THE WEEKLY PARSHA ON JBS
Torah Parsha: Lech - Lecha
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 Lech - Lecha tells the story of Abraham’s call to leave his home and journey toward an unknown land, guided only by faith. It marks the beginning of the Jewish story and reminds us of the courage to follow conviction, the strength to begin again, and the promise found in every step forward. Monday, Thursday & Saturday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 5:30pm Saturday - 12:30pm
Sunday October 26
A Daughter’s Memoir: Molly Jong-Fast with Zibby Owens
Author Molly Jong-Fast discusses How to Lose Your Mother, her sharp, funny and deeply personal memoir about fame, family and her complicated relationship with her mother, writer Erica Jong, with Zibby Owens at the Temple Emanu-El Cultural Streicker Center. Sunday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Monday - 2:00am & 7:00am Tuesday - 5:00am & 2:00pm Thursday - 10:00am Friday - 11:00am; Saturday - 8:00pm
Monday October 27
Jerusalem Minute
On JLMinute, JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis.. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 4:30am, 1:00pm & 5:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am & 8:00pm; Thursday - 1:00pm & 5:00pm
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Gayle Kirschenbaum
Abby Pogrebin welcomes Emmy Award-winning filmmaker & author Gayle Kirschenbaum to discuss Bullied to Besties, her raw and uplifting memoir about transforming lifelong pain into forgiveness and healing in her tumultuous relationship with her mother. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wed - 5:00am; Thu - 2:00pm; Fri - 4:00pm; Sat - 4:30pm & 7:00pm
Jewish Cinemathèque with Eric Goldman: Yael Melamede-ADA My Mother the Architect
Eric Goldman is joined by filmmaker Yael Melamede to discuss her documentary portrait of Ada Karmi Melamede, one of Israel’s most accomplished architects, whose landmark works include Israel’s Supreme Court, Ben Gurion Airport and more. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wed - 5:30am; Thu - 2:30pm; Sat - 7:30pm
Tuesday October 28
Elana Stein Hain : Confronting Jewish Loneliness
Elana Stein Hain explores what it means to view Zionism as theology, mapping Judaism’s twin covenants of Sinai (duty) and Zion (land and power) to show why both are essential to the Jewish story. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am, 11:00am & 2:00pm Thursday - 2:00am Friday - 7:00am; Saturday - 5:00pm
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines Rabbi Mark Wildes
Rabbi Mark Wildes, founder of Manhattan Jewish Experience, which connects thousands of young Jewish adults through learning and community, joins Justin to discuss his new book The Jewish Experience and reflect on God, Torah, compassion, Shabbat, and the meaning of Judaism today. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday October 29
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: David Harris
Abby welcomes lifelong Jewish frontline activist, author, and host of JBS programs Defending Israel and Fighting Antisemitism-The ISGAP Hour, David Harris, to discuss his new book Antisemitism: All You Need to Know. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30pm, 6:30pm & 10:00pm Friday - 1:00am, 5:00am, 8:30am, 12:30pm & 4:30pm Saturday - 9:00pm
Thursday October 23
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Lani Anpo and Sarah Podemski
From the Weitzman National Museum for American Jewish History, Jonah takes the stage with Lani Anpo and Sarah Podemski, two trailblazing Indigenous Jewish artists and advocates, for an exploration of identity, culture and creativity. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Fri - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
Thinking Out Loud: Beyond the Headlines
Micah Halpern offers a line-by-line analysis of the Ceasefire and the Trump Peace Deal, sharing insights on the realities and expectations that may be surprising. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am, 12:30pm Friday - 5:30am
ILTV News and 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
Robin Kanarek on Transcending Loss
Robin Kanarek, who lost her teenage son David to cancer, describes how she has been able to continue to embrace life and why she feels the development of palliative care is so essential for patients of all ages. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Aryeh Green, Part 1
Aryeh Green, author of My Israel Trail: Finding Peace In The Promised Land and former policy advisor to Natan Sharansky, discusses how American Jewish leaders are responsible for alienating American Jews from Israel. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Aryeh Green - Part 2
Aryeh Green continues his discussion on the need for liberal Jews to be unwavering in their defense of Israel and dives into the story behind his book My Israel Trail: Finding Peace In The Promised Land. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Beit Ruth Village
Susan and Michael Ashner, the founders of Beit Ruth Educational & Therapeutic Village, the long-term therapeutic residence and school for abused and at-risk girls in Israel, are joined by executive director of Beit Ruth, Danielle Burenstein, to discuss the evolution of the village and their important work
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
Was Abraham Observant?
Rabbi Mordechai Becher discusses how the Talmud deals with Abraham’s following Jewish Law before the Torah was given at Mt. Sinai. Sunday - 9:00am Mon - 4:00am & 5:00pm; Sat - 1:30am
Don't Be Pagan
Prohibitions regarding the "Ways of the Pagans" are explored by Rabbi Becher on this episode of "Dimensions of the Daf." Sunday - 9:30am
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Eating From the Tree
When the Man and Woman first break the commandment not to eat from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. 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.
Lesson 15
Complete the Hebrew alphabet and learn to read an important word containing a "Vuv," on this episode on "From the Aleph-Bet" series 1. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:30pm
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
Kosher Food and Wine Miami 2025
Posted by Fortune S on 10/24/2025 @ 02:16 PM
Wednesday, December 10 | 6:30-10:30 PM
Kosher Food & Wine Miami is back with a new home at the iconic Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach. Experience an extraordinary evening filled with fine wines, gourmet cuisine and community spirit. Guests will enjoy tastings from South Florida’s top kosher restaurants and caterers, paired with more than 400 of the world’s best wines. Over 1,000 food and wine lovers will gather for this unforgettable celebration of flavor and culture, all while supporting WIZO’s important programs that empower women and children in Israel.
Fontainebleau Hotel, 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
One-Woman Show: "Stories From the Brink" With Iris Bahr
Posted by Lauren Gold on 10/24/2025 @ 10:23 AM
Thursday, October 30 | 7:30-9 PM
Starring the award-winning actress Iris Bahr, Stories From the Brink: My Near Death Adventures is a wild, touching and hilariously poignant journey through Ms. Bahr’s near-death adventures, including October 7 in Israel. Bahr is known for her appearances on Curb Your Enthusiasm, Hacks, Friends and more, The show was a recipient of the Montreal Fringe Fest 2024 Frankie Award. Sponsored by the Plotkin Family Am Yisrael Chai Series and support from the Mitchabrim JCCA/Israel Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.
Miami Beach JCC, 4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami
Limited Early Bird Tickets Available!
Theater Event to Benefit Soroka Medical Center: "Here There Are Blueberries"
Posted by Lauren Gold on 10/23/2025 @ 10:18 AM
Thursday, November 20 | 7:30 PM
Join American Friends of Soroka Medical Center for an extraordinary evening of theater and friendship to benefit Israel's Soroka Medical Center's urgent Rebuild and Recovery Campaign. The Tectonic Theater Project presents the 2024 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Here There Are Blueberries by Moises Kaufman and Amanda Gronich, followed by a talkback with Kaufman and a cocktail reception.
Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
