J Talks
17 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThis podcast is a project of the Jewish Community Alliance, which works to support and enhance diverse and vibrant expressions of Jewish life in Maine. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting JCA's Annual Campaign. Visit www.mainejewish.org for more information and to give today!
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Episodes
J Talks | Bess Welden
August 10, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, Molly interviews award-winning playwright Bess Welden and David Winitsky, Founder and Executive Director of the Jewish Plays Project. Welden and her new play 𝑴𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔 recently won the JPP’s 11th Annual Jewish Playwriting Contest, and she and Winitsky discuss the play, what exactly constitutes a “Jewish Play,” and what it means to present this kind of work to the public. *Correction: In the interview Welden mentions 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘵 playwright David Silberman, but noted afterward...
J Talks | Eli Small
May 23, 2022 19:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBIn this episode, Molly speaks with former Center Day Camp Director Eli Small about his roles as a developer, business owner, and former teacher navigating the Covid era, and the balancing act of passing on values and traditions he was raised with while meeting the needs of his family and community today.
J Talks | Patrisha McLean
March 09, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode, Molly talks with the journalist and photographer, Patrisha McLean. Patricia founded the nonprofit Finding Our Voices, which is dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding domestic violence and supporting survivors in their journey toward healing.
J Talks | Sara Hallie Richardson
April 29, 2021 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, Molly talks with the JCA's Welcoming Receptionist and local musician, Sara Hallie Richardson. They talk about performing live during a pandemic, serving celebrities in LA, and observing Judaism with a broader lens.
J Talks | Stephen J. Schwartz
March 16, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode, Molly talks with attorney, Stephen J. Schwartz, about his memories of Portland as a kid, his loving father, his experiences in practicing law, and the history behind our new Jewish Community Alliance building on Congress!
J Talks | Karl Schatz and Margaret Hathaway
February 09, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode, Molly talks with Karl and Margaret- the beautiful people behind Ten Apple Farms. They discuss goat hikes, their cookbook, and the importance of holding on to hope.
J Talks | Judi Slotsky
January 28, 2021 16:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode, our guest interviewer and welcoming receptionist, Sara Richardson, interviews our very own Mah Jongg instructor, Judi Slotsky! We talk about the basics of Mah Jongg, why it's so fun, and our excitement around playing it together one day soon!
J Talks | Rabbi Carolyn Braun
January 21, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBWelcome Season Two! In this episode, Molly speaks with Rabbi Carolyn Braun about her connection with judaism at an early age, her rabbinical journey as a woman, and the joys she is finding in this "new normal."
J Talks | Rabbi David Sandmel
November 23, 2020 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode, Molly talks to Rabbi Sandmel, Senior Advisor on Interreligious Affairs at ADL (Anti-Defamation League). We learn about his connections to Maine and the work he does through ADL.
J Talks | Cantor Sheila Nesis
November 05, 2020 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBQuite apropos of this week, Molly talks to Cantor Sheila Nesis about the power of healing through music, the ways in which we can come together, and how to hold space for everyone.
J Talks | Barbara Merson
October 26, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode, Molly talks to Maine Jewish Film Festival Executive Director, Barbara Merson, about the behind-the-scenes process of MJFF, community engagement, and belly dancing! The Maine Jewish Film Festival goes from November 7th to the 22nd. More info at: www.mjff.org
J Talks | Barbara Merson
October 26, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode, Molly talks to Maine Jewish Film Festival Executive Director, Barbara Merson, about the behind-the-scenes process of MJFF, community engagement, and belly dancing! The Maine Jewish Film Festival goes from November 7th to the 22nd. More info at: www.mjff.org
J Talks | Rabbi Jared Saks
September 17, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode, Molly talks with Rabbi Jared Saks of Congregation Bet Ha'am about social justice, inspiring the youth, and why connection is so important.
J Talks | Rabbi Aaron Shub
September 14, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this episode, Molly talks with Rabbi Aaron Shub, of Congregation Shaarey Tphiloh, about his rabbinic journey, plans for the High Holidays, and reaching out to people during this time in history.
J Talks | Rabbi Gary Berenson
September 04, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode, Molly talks life, High Holidays, and Black Lives Matter with Rabbi Gary Berenson.
J Talks | Jeff Tremblay
August 24, 2020 17:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode, Molly chats with the head of Levey Day School in Portland Maine, Jeff Tremblay. Learn where he started, what he's done for Levey, and how he plans to move it forward in the time of Covid!
J Talks | Rabbi Rachel Isaacs
August 18, 2020 16:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode, Molly talks with Rabbi Rachel Isaacs of Congregation Beth Israel in Waterville, Maine about Jewish life in small towns, Judaism in the time of Covid, and the scoop on Seth Rogan.