It's Happening In Miami

Celebrating Chanukah; Hootenanny Concert; President Herzog at the AZM Biennial; Jake Cohen

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
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Light the Menorah with JBS!

Chanukah Candle Lighting with your favorite JBS hosts.

Tune in Sunday - Thursday at 5:30pm & 10:00pm Friday & Saturday at 5:30pm and following the 10:00pm airing of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt

Sunday - Night 1 with Rabbis Buchdahl, Cosgrove & Steinmetz Monday - Night 2 with Teisha Bader Tuesday - Night 3 with David Harris Wednesday - Night 4 with Eric Goldman
Thursday - Night 5 with Abigail Pogrebin Friday - Night 6 with Rabbi Hirsch & Micah Halpern Saturday - Night 7 with Jonah Platt Sunday - Night 8 with Justin Pines

THE WEEKLY PARSHA ON JBS

Torah Parsha: Miketz

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 Miketz recounts Joseph’s rise from prison to power as he interprets Pharaoh’s dreams and saves Egypt from famine, reminding us that hardship can lead to unexpected purpose, resilience, and generosity. Tuesday at 9:30am & 4:30pm Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday December 14

Chabad Chanukah Telethon

Rabbi Anchelle Perl hosts the annual Chabad of Mineola Telethon, featuring music from Soulfarm, illusionist Ilan Smith, dancing rabbis, and plenty of surprises on a night that shines bright with Jewish pride. Sunday - 7:00pm LIVE

Monday December 15

Hootenanny Concert 2025

Raise your voice with the biggest names in Jewish music including Joanie Leeds, Noah Aronson, Michelle Citrin and more, in a night of live performance from Congregation Rodeph Sholom, featuring the melodies that have lifted our prayers, filled our summers at camp, and united Jewish communities everywhere. Monday - 1:00pm Wednesday - 1:00pm Saturday - 8:00pm

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Nadine Epstein

As Moment celebrates its 50th issue, Abigail Pogrebin is joined by the magazine's editor-in-chief and CEO, award-winning journalist Nadine Epstein. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm Saturday - 7:00pm

A Special Look with Teisha Bader: Jean Meltzer

Bestselling novelist and leading advocate for Jewish joy and authentic representation, Jean Meltzer joins Teisha Bader to share her story, her passion and her book, The Eight Heartbreaks of Chanukah. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wednesday - 5:30am & 5:00pm Thursday - 2:30pm; Saturday - 5:00pm

Tuesday December 16

For Heaven’s Sake: The State of the Israeli Center

With elections less than a year away, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi analyze the state of Israel's center and center-left, tracing the historical collapse of the left, the rise of centrist politicsunder Ariel Sharon, and the post-October 7 reality where moral discourse about Palestinians has disappeared from mainstream Israeli conversation. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wed - 4:00am & 11:00am; Thu - 10:00am

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Malka Simkovich - Chanukah Episode 1

Justin is joined by Malka Simkovich, Editor-in-Chief of the Jewish Publication Society, on another edition of Jewish Insights. 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 December 17

Defending Israel with David Harris

David Harris delves into critical issues facing American Jewry and its relationship with the state of Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am & 1:00pm Fri - 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm

AZM Biennial National Assembly: President Isaac Herzog

At the Biennial National Assembly of the American Zionist Movement, Abigail Pogrebin speaks with President Isaac Herzog about combating global antisemitism, recent developments in New York’s Jewish community, and Israel’s ongoing challenges. Wednesday - 7:30pm Thursday - 1:30pm & 6:30pm

Thursday December 18

The Hampton Synagogue's Author Discussion Series: Molly Jong-Fast -

How To Lose Your Mother Author, journalist, political commentator, and podcaster Molly Jong-Fast sits with Rabbi Avraham Bronstein to discuss her memoir about her mother, renowned novelist Erica Jong. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 5:00am & 11:30am

Totally Booked with Zibby: Kelly Corrigan - Marianne the Maker

Zibby speaks with New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and PBS host, Kelly Corrigan, about Marianne the Maker, the story of a young inventor’s journey to ignite the creative spark. Thursday - 7:30pm Friday - 5:30am, 11:00am & 4:30pm

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Jake Cohen

Food writer and NYT bestselling author of Jew-ish: A Cookbook and I Could Nosh, star of A&E’s Jake Makes It Easy and most importantly, just a “nice Jewish boy” from New York, Jake Cohen sits with Jonah Platt. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 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, 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am

Thinking Out Loud

Micah Halpern considers what pre-war Europe and modern-day New York City might have in common on Thinking Out Loud. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 4:30am, 8:30am & 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 (ILTV News) 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

Noa

Israel's leading international concert and recording artist, Noa, discusses her Yemenite roots and her musical style influenced by Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen of the 1960s. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am, 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

Ken Spiro on Values

Aish HaTorah lecturer and author Ken Spiro (World Perfect and Destiny) discusses antisemitism as anti-Zionism, American Jewry and today’s Democratic party, and the core values of Jewish idealism. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Refusnik's Daughter Anat Zalmanson-Kuznetsov

Anat Zalmanson-Kuznetsov, daughter of Soviet Refusnik Edward Kuznetsov, describes her documentary film Operation Wedding which tells the story of her father’s helping to plot the 1970 failed hijacking of a Soviet plane which led to 15 years in prison. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Helen Nash z"l

The author of "New Kosher Cuisine," Helen Nash z"l discusses her personal Jewish journey and why she wrote the most recent of her three kosher cookbooks. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Chanukah

The Talmud's description of Chanukah, and the different theories for why candles are lit for eight nights are explored in Rabbi Mordechai Becher's special holiday lesson. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

Jewish Heroism

Rabbi Becher uses biblical texts and rabbinic commentary to explore the notion of "heroism" in the Jewish Tradition. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Chanukah Special

From an adult perspective, learn the history, the story, and the celebrations of Chanukah, and why it is the quintessential expression of Jewish identity and the American principle of religious freedom. Sunday - 3:00pm 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.

Blessings, Part 1

The opening words of Jewish blessings are taught along with the derivation of the Hebrew word for "blessing".

Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm##

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

Miami Beach JCC Israeli Film Series Matchmaking 2

December 15, 7:30 PM

Don’t miss this wonderful comedy, part of the Miami Beach JCC Israeli Film Series on Monday, December 15, 7:30 pm.

Step into the world of love, laughter, and a touch of mischief with Israel’s biggest box office hit of last year, Matchmaking 2, the long-awaited sequel to Erez Tadmor’s beloved 2022 romance that took the world by storm.

Free and Open to the Community.

Click Here to RSVP

Full of joy, warmth, and the ultimate romantic entanglements, this refreshing and feel-good romantic drama returns to the charming world of Orthodox Jewish dating, telling a heartfelt and humorous tale of tradition, family, and finding love in the most unexpected places.

Endlessly witty, visually rapturous, and sweetly romantic, Matchmaking 2 is a Romeo and Juliet-like saga (sans the tragedy!) of two young, eligible ultra-Orthodox singles looking for a match. But it isn’t just about finding love, it’s a tender, side-splitting celebration of clashing traditions and big-hearted characters, starring some of Israel’s most dazzling young talents.

The Israeli Film Series is presented in partnership with The Miami Jewish Film Festival and generously sponsored by South Pointe Tavern.

Monday, January 12 | 7 PM

Jewish Fertility Foundation-South Florida is excited to introduce our LGBTQ+ Family-Building Support Group. This is free and open to all individuals and couples, regardless of religious background, currently on a family-building journey. It is a safe space, facilitated by a licensed therapist, for you to share and meet others who are going through a similar experience. The group is also open to individuals and couples living outside of Miami and who are located in other locations in FL.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Sunday, January 11 | 3-5 PM

In partnership with Rader Law Group and Congregation Kol Tikvah, we invite you to an interactive program designed for anyone exploring or undergoing fertility treatment. Gain invaluable guidance from a panel of medical, legal, and emotional experts who will help you confidently navigate each step of the journey. Whether you’re just starting or already on the path, this event offers a compassionate space to ask questions, learn practical strategies, and connect with others who understand the challenges and joys of the fertility journey. Free event | Food and drinks provided

Congregation Kol Tikvah, 6750 N University Drive, Parkland

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Tuesday, December 16 | 5 PM

Community Hanukkah Celebration

Bring your Hanukkiah and candles to celebrate the third night of Hanukkah together!

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Tuesday, December 16, 2025 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Alper JCC Miami Building 3

Monday, December 15 | 6 PM

Our amazing Hanukkah Fest is the 2nd night of Hanukkah BH. Doors open at 6 PM. It’s only $36 for the whole family and all the food & activities are included! Activities include Magic Pet Show, AR Dream Park Adventure, Glow Racer Bumper Cars, High Voltage Joust, Ultimate Bounce House, Dreidel Piñatas full of Prices, Miami Heat Prizes for every kid, Donut Station, Candy Wall, Popcorn and Cotton Candy!

Temple Moses, 1200 Normandy Drive, Miami Beach

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Jewish Book Month concludes; Rabbi Buchdahl; Bernard-Henri Lévy; Rabbi Hirsch

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

Torah Parsha: Vayeshev

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 Vayeshev recounts Joseph’s dreams, his brothers’ betrayal, and his fall into Egypt, reminding us that resilience and faith can turn moments of despair into the first steps toward redemption Monday & Thursday at 9:30am & 4:30pm Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday December 7

Morning Plenary - Protecting Our Communities Today

Explore both the challenges and opportunities of protecting Jewish life today and reflect on how collective action can help shape a more secure future for all, featuring Sen. John Fetterman, Julie Platt and Zibby Owens with Rabbi Buchdahl. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Wed - 4:00am & 1:30pm; Thu - 10:00am

Monday December 8

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Yotam Polizer

Abigail Pogrebin meets with IsraAID CEO Yotam Polizer to discuss the NGO’s global work and its role as Israel’s largest humanitarian organization, including its relief efforts in Gaza. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:30am; Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Jewish Cinemathèque with Eric Goldman: Nick Davis - This Ordinary Thing

Eric Goldman speaks with Nick Davis about his documentary, which uses never-before-seen footage and performances by Academy Award–winning actors to tell the stories of non-Jews who risked everything to shelter Jewish strangers during the Holocaust. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am

Tuesday December 9

TEXTing IRL: Dani Segal - How Can Jews Believe in God Right Now

Elana Stein Hain and Dani Segal of Mabua: Israeli Beit Midrash look at the story of Joseph’s descent into Egypt, and modern stories of soldiers and hostages, to explore how faith can operate as moral clarity and personal motivation during the long and often painful arc of Jewish history. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00am & 1:00pm Thursday - 2:30pm Saturday - 4:00am, 5:00pm & 7:30pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: How Jewish Immigrants Created the American Childhood

In this special Chanukah episode, Justin Pines sits down with sociologist and author Michael Kimmel (Playmakers: The Jewish Entrepreneurs Who Created the Toy Industry in America) to uncover how Jewish entrepreneurs created the modern concept of a "happy childhood." 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 December 10

Defending Israel with David Harris: Colonel Richard Kemp

David Harris is joined by Colonel Richard Kemp CBE, the retired British Army officer who commanded UK forces in Afghanistan in 2003 and later led the Prime Minister’s international terrorism intelligence team. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 6:30pm Fri - 5:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: Weekly Sermon

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch delivers a sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City. Wednesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Thu - 1:00am, 4:30am & 7:30am Friday - 1:30pm & 4:30pm Saturday - 3:30am & 5:30pm

Global Connections with Robert Siegel: What's Next in Israel and the Middle East

Robert Siegel speaks with leading Middle East policy experts Dennis Ross, Aaron David Miller and Ghaith al-Omari for a wide-ranging discussion on Israel, the region and the shifting diplomatic landscape ahead. Wednesday - 8:00pm Thursday - 2:00am, 1:00pm & 5:00pm Friday - 4:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Saturday - 11:30pm

Thursday December 11

The Hampton Synagogue's Author Discussion Series: Ruth Franklin - The Many Lives of Anne Frank

Rabbi Avraham Bronstein sits with author Ruth Franklin to discuss her revealing biography of Anne Frank, which explores both Anne’s life and the enduring impact of her extraordinary diary. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 5:30am Saturday - 7:30pm

Totally Booked with Zibby: Rabbi Buchdahl - Heart of a Stranger

Zibby Owens sits with Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, Senior Rabbi of Central Synagogue and the first Asian American rabbi, whose memoir charts her path from Seoul to Jewish leadership and reflects deeply on belonging, grief, empathy and resilience. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Friday - 1:00am & 1:00pm Saturday - 4:30am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Bernard-Henri Lévy

Jonah Platt sits with Bernard-Henri Lévy, the French philosopher, filmmaker and author of The Genius of Judaism. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm

Saturday December 13

Yeshiva University Men's Basketball: Manhattanville University at Yeshiva University

The Valiants of Manhattanville University visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm Live

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 - 5:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm & 5:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am & 11:00am

Thinking Out Loud

Micah asks and answers whether Israel can ever redeem itself in the eyes of the world after the Gaza War. 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

Becoming Jewish in FSU

Rabbi Aryeh Katzin, Exec. Dir. Of RAJE (Russian American Jewish Experience), describes how we became one of the early leaders of the Jewish Refusnik Movement in the Moscowand his experiences with Yosef Begun and Yulie Edelstein. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am, 3:00pm

Rabbi Joe Potasnik

Rabbi Joseph Potasnik, author of Just Give Me A Minute: Insights from the Radio Rabbi, discusses his career as EVP of the NY Board of Rabbis and Chaplain of the FDNY, including his experience of 9/11 and his interfaith work. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Fighting BDS In Israel

The former CEO of “Im Tirtzu,” Matan Peleg and Board Chair Douglas Altabef, discuss their organization’s work as the leading Israeli organization seeking to educate Israelis influenced by the BDS Movement to doubt the legitimacy of Israel. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Stephen Schwartz

Musical theatre composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz describes how Jewish values have shaped his life and work, and discusses some of his classic Broadway shows including Pippin, The Prince of Egypt, and the wildly popular Wicked. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Masha Merkulova

Russian-born Masha Merkulova, founding executive director of Club Z, shares how she didn’t learn she was Jewish until age 16 and explains her passion for empowering American teens with a strong, proud understanding of Zionism before they reach college. Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

By Your Own Admission

Rabbi Mordechai Becher bases this lesson on the Talmudic tractate Gittin 40b. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

Dreams in Judaism

How the Jewish tradition views the importance of dreams and whether they are God's way of communicating is the topic of this week's Talmud lesson with Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Community

Learn how the Jewish Tradition's emphasis is on "the community" rather than on "personal salvation," through the contrast of rabbinic thought with the well-known hymn, "Amazing Grace." 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.

The Name of God

Learn how the name of God is written in the Torah, and clarify some of the misconceptions about the way people pronounce God's name Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm

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

Sunday, December 14, 2025 | 4:30 PM

Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120 Street, Miami, FL 33156

Join us for a fun Community Chanukah Celebration on the First Night of Chanukah! Enjoy latkes with toppings and fresh donuts. Bring your Chanukiah and candles as we usher in the holiday together.

$5 per person | 5 years and under FREE

RSVP Here

JFNA GA 2025; Jewish Book Council’s Nu Reads and The Five Books Podcast; YU Basketball

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: Vayishlach

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 Vayishlach follows Jacob as he prepares to face Esau, wrestles through the night with a mysterious being, and emerges transformed, inviting us to reflect on struggle, reconciliation, and the moments that change our name - and our path. Monday & Thursday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday November 30

JFNA General Assembly 2025: Opening Plenary

The opening plenary of the Jewish Federations of North America General Assembly sets the tone for this defining moment in Jewish life, framing the challenges and opportunities ahead as we rebuild Israel, ensure Jewish security, combat antisemitism, and strengthen Jewish life and identity. Sunday - 7:30pm & 11:30pm Wednesday - 1:00pm

Monday December 1

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Sam Sussman - Boy From the North Country

Sam Sussman joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss his debut novel inspired by the memoir The Silent Type: On (Possibly) Being Bob Dylan’s Son, and his role as a featured author in the Jewish Book Council’s Nu Reads subscription series. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wed - 5:00am; Thu - 2:00pm Fri - 4:00pm; Sat - 7:00pm

JFNA General Assembly 2025: Global Inflection Point

JFNA’s Eric Fingerhut leads a discussion about the inflection point facing the global Jewish community today, with insights from bestselling American author Sarah Hurwitz, former Canadian MP Richard Marceau and Israeli philosopher Micah Goodman. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Thu - 2:30pm; Fri - 4:30pm; Sat - 8:00pm

Tuesday December 2

For Heaven's Sake: Arabs in the Israeli Coalition?

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi examine Israel’s political deadlock and ask whether Arab parties could offer a path to a new coalition, discussing the extraordinary political journey of Mansour Abbas, the complexities of Palestinian-Israeli identity, and the future of Israeli democracy. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 2:00am & 10:00am Saturday - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Tali Rosenblatt Cohen - Books That Shaped Justin’s Jewis Journey

In honor of Jewish Book Month’s 100th anniversary, Justin Pines welcomes Tali Rosenblatt Cohen, host of The Five Books podcast, for a conversation about the books shaping Jewish readers today and the five books that shaped Justin’s own Jewish journey. 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 December 3

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. (Encore) Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 11:00am & 5:00pm Friday - 4:00am, 7:00am & 1:00pm

Yeshiva University Men's Basketball: NYU at Yeshiva University

The Yeshiva University Maccabees take on the NYU Violets from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Wednesday - 8:00pm Live

Defending Israel with David Harris: Izabella Taborovsky

David Harris is joined by Izabella Taborovsky, a writer, scholar of Soviet antizionism and contemporary antisemitism, and author of the forthcoming book Be a Refusnik: A Jewish Student’s Survival Guide. Wednesday - 10:00pm Thursday - 4:00am, 1:00pm & 6:30pm Friday - 5:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm; Saturday - 7:30pm

Thursday December 4

The Hampton Synagogue's Author Discussion Series: Jean Hanff Korelitz -The Sequel

Rabbi Bronstein is joined by Jean Hanff Korelitz, author of The Sequel, a novel that offers an antihero to root for while illuminating and satirizing the world of publishing. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 5:30am & 11:30am

Totally Booked with Zibby: Jill Bialosky - The End Is the Beginning

Zibby sits with poet and bestselling author Jill Bialosky to discuss The End Is the Beginning, her lyrical book tracing her mother’s life and exploring memory, loss, and resilience, as she reflects on how writing became both refuge and remembrance. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Fri - 1:00am & 11:00am; Sat - 3:30am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Courtney Platt

Jonah is joined by dancer, choreographer, actress, and his wife and creative partner Courtney Platt, a leading advocate for disability awareness and inclusion in the arts. Thursday - 6:30pm & 11:00pm Fri - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

Saturday December 6

Yeshiva University Men's Basketball: St. Joseph's University Brooklyn at Yeshiva University

St. Joseph's University Brooklyn Bears play the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm Live

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 - 5:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm & 5:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am & 11:00am

Thinking Out Loud

Micah Halpern reflects on how October 7 transformed the world and why he believes Israel is now beginning to see accountability. Wednesday - 6:30pm Thursday - 1:00am & 4:30am 8:30am & 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

Richard Stone z"l - P.1

Richard Stone z"l reflects on why many American Jews are critical of Israel and why they fail to understand the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

Richard Stone z"l - P.2

Richard Stone z"l reflects on why many American Jews are critical of Israel and why they fail to understand the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; and addresses issue challenging Israel today. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Elizabeth Bettina

Elizabeth Bettina, author of It Happened In Italy-the untold stories of how the people of Italy defied the horror of the Holocaust, describes how she learned the small Italian village which was home to her Catholic relatives helped save Italian Jews. Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Hadar Goldin's Mother

Leah Goldin, mother of IDF Lt. Hadar Goldin (z”l) who was murdered by Hamas in 2014, describes her more than five years of efforts to move the world community to demand Hamas comply with international norms and return her son’s body. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Change and Grow

Drawing from a series of traditional commentaries, Rabbi Mordechai Becher explores the Talmudic notion of a person's ability to change and grow through one's actions and prayers. Sunday - 9:00am

In Heaven's Hands?

Rabbi Becher discusses a letter from Rabbi Ovadiah to Maimonides about the Talmudic statement "everything is in the hands of Heaven except for the fear of Heaven." Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Interpretation

The importance of rabbinic interpretation in the Jewish tradition, which is critical to understanding the Torah's glorious poetry, is explained. 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 20

Vocabulary and a complete review of all Hebrew letters and vowels, conclude this introductory series 1 of "From the Aleph-Bet," the program for anyone of any age wishing to learn and understand Hebrew taught by Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm

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

Sunday, December 7 | 11:30 AM

Join Camp Judaea in Aventura for an Open House to learn about summer camp 2026. Camp Judaea, located in Hendersonville, NC, offers programming for campers in grades 1-12.

Address provided upon RSVP

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