In a fascinating, wide-ranging discussion on race in America, China and its Jewish history, and much more, Rabbi Yoshi speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jonathan Kaufman, author of The Last Kings of Shanghai and Director of the Northeastern University School of Journalism. LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE

“Whoever destroys a single life is considered by Scripture to have destroyed the whole world, and whoever saves a single life is considered by Scripture to have saved the whole world.” (Mishna Sanhedrin 4:5) Los Angeles and other cities across the United States are experiencing riots and social unrest the likes of which we haven’t seen in decades. Our nation is deeply divided politically, racially, and economically. The situation is exacerbated by a global pandemic with profound consequences to our collective health and economic well-being. And on a more individual level, our hearts are broken as we mourn the killings of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, and Breonna Taylor.  In the face of these challenges and tragedies, our Jewish tradition—as always—provides guidance and perspective. The great 20th century philosopher, Emmanuel Levinas, famously described Judaism as a “religion for adults,” one that focuses primarily on our obligations towards others as opposed to [...]

Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback chats with Dr. Dan Uslan, UCLA Health's Co-Chief Infection Prevention Officer, covering many of your frequently asked questions about the current crisis and how we can support health workers in their life-saving work. DOWNLOAD EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ON YOUR FAVORITE STREAMING SERVICE