The Avrum Rosensweig Show

The Philosophy behind anti-Semitism, A Roundtable

My special guests include Rabbi Daniel Korobkin, a learned Orthodox Rabbi; Dr. Menachem Freuer, a professor of literature and philosophy and Dr. Michael Chiguel, similarly a professor of philosophy. The show asks the following questions: a) What is the reason for anti-Semitism? b) What sort of war is the war on Gaza - permissible or an obligation; c) How far should Israel go with rescuing the hostages.

Magical Hockey In Israel & An On-Ice Triumph in Bulgaria

THE AVRUM ROSENSWEIG SHOW: In this interview I schmooze with Levav Weinstein, the former president of the Hockey Israel Federation. Levav, an apple farmer in northern Israel, "meters from Lebanon" talks about his upbringing in Metulla as hockey began to flourish there. We hear about summer hockey clinics managed at the Canada Centre, by former NHL coach, Roger Nielson (RIP), former Leaf, Darryl Sittler and others. We are also privy to the most recent IIHF tournament in Bulgaria, how Israel was banned from it, then reinstated, then was victorious. This is a refreshing interview (even though Levav doesn't like the Leafs). :) The Avrum Rosensweig Show: The podcast with fascinating people and their inspirational stories.

The Kuzari: A Magical Dialogue between a King and A Sage about Judaism

On THE AVRUM ROSENSWEIG SHOW, Rabbi Daniel Korobkin, the senior rabbi at Beth Avraham Yosef Synagogue in Toronto, discusses his translation of the very magical twelfth century sefer (hebrew: book), the Kuzari written by poet, Rabbi Yehuda HaLevi. The Kuzari is in the form of a most compelling story, a dialogue between a king and a sage who discuss Judaism and faith vs. Greek philosophy. In this interview, Rabbi Korobkin also discusses October 7th, and the aftermath of Israel's war on Gaza and the diaspora's response to it. The Avrum Rosensweig Show: a podcast with fascinating people and their inspirational stories.

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The Avrum Rosensweig Show with Renowned Author, Hillel Halkin

Watch this interview with Hillel Halkin. Hillel has translated over thirty books, written novels and most recently released a book called: A Complicated Jew: Selected Essays. In our interview he tells amazing stories about spending time with Amos Oz, who he translated a book for. You'll hear insight scoops on Hillel's ballsy move to write on behalf of Shalom Aleichem, out of necessity.   There is much to take away from in my schmooze with Hillel Halkin, especially the pure old-time view of Zionism and the State of Israel. 

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with David Suissa Part 2

This is the second part of my interview with editor-in-chief of the Los Angeles Jewish Times, David Suissa. David speaks passionately about Israel and painfully about October 7th and afterward. His insights into the Jewish people and the State of Israel are fascinating. Have a listen. 

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with David Suissa Part 1

I interviewed David Suissa, the editor-in-chief of The Jewish Journal in Los Angeles. David speaks candidly, and most compellingly, about October 7th, and how it tongue-tied him. He said, he just couldn't speak. He also discusses the increase in anti-Semitism and why Jews are hated. Have a listen to this most inspiring Jewish writer and leader on several issues including homelessness in LA. The Avrum Rosensweig Show: An inspiring podcast about ordinary people with extraordinary stories to tell. 

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with Dr. Shawna Novak Part 2

Have a watch to this interview with the global doctor, bringing peace and health to many regions around the world. Shawna also speaks passionately about Israel and shares with us her thoughts and actions on October 7th and afterwards. 

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with Dr. Shawna Novak Part 1

Watch my interview with Dr. Shawna Novak, a global doctor, who works arduously to bring peace around the world through health. Shawna speaks passionately too about Israel during and after October 7th.  Enjoy the show, and then watch Part 2. 

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with Holocaust Survivor, Nate Leipciger and co-host, Eli Rubenstein

This episode of The Avrum Rosensweig Show is with Holocaust survivor and activist, Nate Leipciger. My friend, Eli Rubenstein, joined me as my co-host. Nate who is 95 years old talked extensively about having hope, and not hating even while anti-Semitism is proliferating around us. I asked him if he'd like to put all his Holocaust activism to the side at this age and his response was, he just wants to find more people he can influence to be good. He also talked about his childhood, spending two years in six different concentration camps, his mother rest in peace, father and sister. And of course, Eli graced us with beautiful stories about hope and the Jewish people.

The Avrum Rosensweig Show: How Children Think

I am fascinated by Piaget, the psychologist with a great influence on child development study, and therefore figured why not make a roundtable of experts, on how children think. I included in the round table a 9-year old girl; a friend who raised two kids with ADHD; another friend who is a kindergarten teacher, and a forth person who raised a son with Canavan disease. It was fascinating and highly insightful. Please have a look.