Sheva Talks: Tikkun Olam Part 2
Sheva Talks: Tikkun Olam Part 2
JEWISH LIFE THOUGHT LEADERS & SPEAKERS
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JEWISH LIFE
UJA is bringing Israel into your home for this year’s Yom Ha'atzmaut celebration!
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 9:00 AM
To mark Israel’s independence, UJA is excited to deliver a live stream of fantastic programming from morning until night.
Matti Friedman with David Bezmozgis: Inside the Mossad
Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 10:00 AM
Canadian-Israeli journalist, New York Times Op-Ed contributor and author Matti Friedman joins us to discuss his award-winning book Spies of No Country: Secret Lives at the Birth of Israel.
A Bond That Lasts Forever with Cher Hubsher and Dawn Hubsher
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Cher Hubsher and Dawn Hubsher, from the hit TLC TV Series sMothered, dive into this insightful, funny, and honest exploration of mother/daughter relationships
Manishevitz Anyone? Tasting with Friends and Dion Alpert
Recorded LIVE on Friday, May 1, 2020 at 2:30 PM
Once again join Resident Taster and Aficionado, Dion Alpert, as he explores more kosher wines from Israel and around the world. Dion will be blindfolded and the members of the J will select the wines
UJA ShinShinim Presents: Story Time (Hebrew)
Join our UJA Israeli Shinshinim on a journey through story time as they read Leah Goldberg’s ‘A Flat for Rent’.
Displaced Jews at the end of the Second World War
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 8:00 PM
In partnership with Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Centre, Historian David Nasaw discusses his new book, The Last Million: Europe’s Displaced Persons from World War to Cold War.
Erez Kaganovitz: Humans of the Holocaust
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at 1:00 PM
(In partnership with JCC Chicago) Join internationally recognized Israeli photographer, Erez Kaganovitz, for a virtual viewing and discussion about his newest photography exhibition, Humans of the Hol... Read More
Sheva Talks - Tikkun Olam Part 1
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"I Want You to Know We're Still Here" with Esther Safran Foer
Recorded LIVE on Monday, July 6, 2020 at 8:00 PM
'I Want You to Know We're Still Here' is the poignant and deeply moving story not only of Esther's journey but of four generations living in the shadow of the Holocaust. They are four generations of s... Read More
ShevaTalks: Drash
From JCC Association Cantor Ellen Dreskin
An Israeli Combat Champion on Frontline Access with Maccabi Canada
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Niv Goffman is a 3 time national champion in Israeli Combat, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Judo, and Krav Maga.
Nealy Fisher demos Passover chocolate chip cookies
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 10:00 AM
92Y Shababa- Shabbat Celebration
Recorded LIVE on Friday, May 15, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Join Rebecca Schoffer (and her puppets!) for an interactive, joyful Shabbat celebration!
Bringing in Shabbat with Michael
"Learn the Rabbinic story of the deep and powerful story of King Soloman. Together we will learn the lesson that took place in the Temple many years ago."
Something Beautiful Happened by Yvette Manessis Corporon
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Yvette Manessis Corporon grew up listening to her grandmother’s stories about how the people of the small Greek island Erikousa hid a Jewish family—a tailor named Savvas and his daughters—from the Naz... Read More
JCC Association and Shalom Sesame Present: Countdown to Shavuot!
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 3:00 PM
Join the JCC Movement together with the Muppets, Avigail and Brosh, to learn about Shavuot.
A Taste of Shavuot with Amy Rosen’s Blintzes with Blueberry Sauce
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Amy Rosen is a James Beard nominated award-winning freelance journalist. Amy released her fifth cookbook, Kosher Style, and will demo how to make delicious blintzes with blueberry sauce.
Virtual Bake-Along: Berry Galette with Chef Lindsay in partnership with the Mandell JCC Greater Hartford
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Join Chef Lindsay to make a Berry Galette with perfect pie crust.
UJA ShinShinim Presents: How to Make Hummus
Learn how to make Hummus from our UJA ShinShinim
Shabbat Family Party with L’Dance
Recorded LIVE on Friday, April 10, 2020 at 10:00 AM
Parents and caregivers are invited to join their little ones in this fun interactive Shabbat class.
Dr. Berzen: The Virtual Doctor is in ft. Momjo
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at 9:00 PM
Dr. Berzen is a pediatrician and faculty member of the Hospital for Sick Children, and author of the book Limit(less): A Guide to Optimizing Diagnosis, Management and Outcome in ADHD.
Dr. Ruth’s Journey from a Holocaust Orphan to Fame
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Dr. Ruth Westheimer is a media sensation and a household name. Many don’t know that she was born in an Orthodox family, survived the Holocaust and immigrated to Palestine where she became a sniper in ... Read More
The UJA Jewish Service Presents The Benefits of a Year Abroad with the “Canadian Gap Year Association”
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at 12:00 PM
Join CANGAP and UJA’s Jewish Service for everything you need to know crash-course on spending a year abroad after high school from choosing the right program, ensuring university acceptances are secur... Read More
From The Front Lines: COVID-19 (Episode 2)
Dr. Ari Greenwald, Esther Vlessing & Dr. Jeremy Frank join co-hosts Adina Samuels and Sara Yacobi-Harris for the second episode of 'From the Front Lines'
COVID-19 affects all our lives. With warmth... Read More
The First Hasidic Female Judge and Founder of the First Female Volunteer Ambulance Service, Rachel Freier
Recorded LIVE on Monday, July 13, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Rachel "Ruchie" Freier won a 10 year term as a judge in NY State and was the first Hasidic woman to hold a position in public office in United States history. She then became an emergency medical tech... Read More
Rosh Hashanah Recipes with Jamie Geller, Food and Lifestyle Expert
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 10:00 AM
As Friday marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, chef Jamie Geller joins us to celebrate with delicious dishes for the holiday table. She shares a slow-cooked brisket recipe, along with an apple and ho... Read More
Discovering Israel Through Architecture with The Bauhaus Center of Tel Aviv
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Join UJA’s Israel Engagement for a hands-on look at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Bauhaus Movement in Tel Aviv from its earliest iterations to modern adaptations with Dr. Micha Gross of The Ba... Read More
92Y Shababa Rosh Hashanah Program
Sunday, September 13, 2020 at 10:00 AM
Join singer songwriter & Jewish educator, Rebecca Schoffer for a playful, interactive New Year celebration!
UJA ShinShinim Presents: Yom Ha’atzmaut Face Painting
Learn some creative face painting techniques for Yom Ha’atzmaut from our UJA ShinShinim
Mifgash Talks with Dr.Yehuda Kurtzer
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THOUGHT LEADERS & SPEAKERS
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Own Your Own Anxiety with Julian Brass
Recorded LIVE on Monday, March 30, 2020 at 1:00 PM
ShevaTalks: Drash
From JCC Association Cantor Ellen Dreskin
Discovering the Secrets of "Yerushalayim Shel Zahav" (Jerusalem of Gold) from the Archives of the National Library of Israel ft. by UJA Israel Engagement
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 10:00 AM
Letters, documents and even an old pocket phone book can tell us a lot about the birth of one of the famous Israeli songs of all times– Yerushalayim Shel Zahav. Led by Karen Attinger
An Israeli Combat Champion on Frontline Access with Maccabi Canada
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Niv Goffman is a 3 time national champion in Israeli Combat, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Judo, and Krav Maga.
Tips and Tricks for a Father’s Day BBQ from Izzy Eidelman, CEO and Pit Master of Izzy’s Brooklyn Smokehouse
Recorded LIVE on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Izzy will share his story, mission, advice for success, and some tips for your home BBQ. You won’t want to miss this one!
Journey To The PGA: A Conversation With Professional Golf Player Ben Silverman
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 6:00 PM
Ben Silverman is currently a member of the PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour and spent the 2018-19 season on the PGA Tour. With six career top 10 finishes and one victory on the Korn Ferry/Web.Com Tour, Silverman... Read More
Talia Pollock introduces her new cookbook, Party in Your Plants-Taking the “Hell” Out of Healthy In partnership with the Mandell JCC Greater Hartford
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Talia Pollock, who was just featured on 'Good Morning America', is an award-winning podcast host, comedian, plant-based chef and CEO of the nationally celebrated wellness company Party In My Plants, a... Read More
Tips for Parenting During COVID-19 with Joe Rich
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 1:30 PM
What you need to know about COVID-19 and your Pet with Dr. Ian Sandler
Recorded LIVE on Monday, April 13, 2020 at 3:00 PM
What you need to know about COVID-19 and your Pet with Dr. Ian Sandler. Learn about the impact of the virus on your pets.
Women inPower Webinar
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FRONTLINE ACCESS with Maccabi Canada ft. David Zilberman In Partnership With Maccabi Canada
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 7:00 PM
We'll be talking with David about coaching the next generation of young athletes, his experiences at the Olympic games, and what the future holds for this fast-growing sport for both men and women.
Virtual Bake-Along with Chef Lindsay Culinary: S’Mores Brownies
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Join Lindsay Culinary as she and her daughter Valerie show us how to make the perfect summer treat! S'Mores Brownies are the best dessert mash-up.
70 Faces of Israel with speaker Dr. Einat Wilf.
JCC Association of North America Leadership Seminar
TJ Rives on FRONTLINE ACCESS with Maccabi Canada
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 7:00 PM
With Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this off-season, the eye of the NFL world is squarely on Florida’s gulf coast. With training camp only one week away, get ready for t... Read More
Frontline Access with Maccabi Canada: The Toronto Raptors Impact on Canadian Basketball
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 7:00 PM
One year removed from the Raptors’ and Canada’s first NBA Championship, join Maccabi Canada as we welcome Canada Basketball’s Glen Grunwald and Rowan Barrett.
Gary Lipovetsky discusses how to start and grow a social media business
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 7:00 PM
With the rise of opportunity and accessibility in becoming an influencer, Gary Lipovetsky will discuss the strategy, monetization and development it takes to be successful in an over cluttered digital... Read More
Engineering Your Diet: Digestion and Hormones after 35
Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at 7:00 PM
In partnership with the Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford. Dr. Stagg will outline the core elements for optimal health as we age, using bitter bioactive foods to improve digestion and metabolism.
UJA’s Israel Engagement Presents The Land of Soya and Silan – Discovering How Tel Aviv Became the Accidental Vegan Capital of the World
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 12:00 PM
Join the UJA’s Israel Engagement in conversation with leaders of the Israeli vegan community to discuss the emerging and overwhelmingly popular vegan lifestyle, which has swept Israel by storm.
MOMJO Talks with Nir Eyal, Best-Selling Author of "Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 9:00 PM
Nir Eyal will share insights from his most recent book, "Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life." A helpful discussion for those on the run, always busy and distracted by t... Read More
Front Lines of COVID-19 Featuring Michael Landsberg
Recorded LIVE on Monday, April 13, 2020 at 9:00 PM
From the Front Lines of COVID-19 co-hosted by Adina Samuels and Sara Yacobi-Harris Featuring Michael Landsberg. Landsberg will share insights into mental health practices and responses to the Covid-1... Read More
Understanding and Analyzing Israel’s Reopening Plan Together ft. by UJA’s Israel Engagement
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Join UJA’s Israel Engagement in a roundtable discussion with Israel-based journalists Netta Ahituv and Alexander Griffing of Haaretz, Lior Green of Yedioth Ahronoth, and Eliana Rudee of Israel365 to a... Read More
'After The Baby Comes' with Sandi Cole, Registered Nurse and Doula
Recorded LIVE on Friday, April 17, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Join Sandi Cole who will discuss coping skills and techniques that will decrease anxiety experienced by a new parent.
Canada's COVID-19 Contact Tracing App with Carmi Levy, Technology Analyst and Journalist
Recorded LIVE on Monday, June 29, 2020 at 8:00 PM
The federal government has strongly recommended Canadians download a COVID-19 contact tracing app to monitor the virus. Learn about the effects it will have on society, privacy considerations and othe... Read More
Working Towards Varsity: A Conversation With Canada's Elite Varsity Coaches Presented by Maccabi Canada
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Elite varsity coaches from different universities across Canada will share their insights on how aspiring athletes can work towards achieving varsity status under present circumstances.
Sara Dimerman - Helping Families Cope with COVID-19 - Interview by Lana Feinstein
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 3:00 PM
Canadian Launch of Matzah Ball Books Publication, "Bubbe and Zaide" by Anne-Marie Asner
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Tell your Bubbe and Zaide to join you for this online event that will include the reading of the book by its creator, Anne-Marie Asner, and followed by a Q and A with the author/illustrator of this mu... Read More
Parent Bike Prep Before Summer with PedalHeads
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Join Pedalheads as they go over bike check-up, helmet safety, and a few fun games you can do with your kids.
UJA Jewish Service Presents Exploring Early Childhood Education in Israel
Recorded LIVE on Monday, May 4, 2020 at 12:00 PM
Join UJA’s Jewish Service in a panel discussion with early-childhood education industry leaders to discuss the present and future of early-childhood education in Israel, and how future volunteers in t... Read More
From The Front Lines: COVID-19 (Episode 2)
Dr. Ari Greenwald, Esther Vlessing & Dr. Jeremy Frank join co-hosts Adina Samuels and Sara Yacobi-Harris for the second episode of 'From the Front Lines'
COVID-19 affects all our lives. With warmth... Read More
An Evening of Deep Listening; Facing and Combating Racism With/In the Jewish Community
Recorded LIVE on Monday, June 8, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Jews often pride themselves on past alliances with the Black community in social justice pursuits. But where are we now? How can we go further? A Jewish community-wide dialogue with Jews of Colour—Can... Read More