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JBS SCHEDULED HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 5 – OCTOBER 11
Posted by Vlada Barash on 10/03/2025 @ 12:32 PM
Celebrating Sukkot; Shmuly Yanklowitz; Hurwitz with Horn, Pogrebin, Senor; Tomer Peretz
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
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THE WEEKLY PARSHA ON JBS
Torah Parsha: Sukkot
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. Sukkot is the joyous festival of booths, commanding us to dwell in sukkot, rejoice in the harvest, and wave the lulav and etrog. It recalls the Israelites’ journey in the wilderness and teaches gratitude, humility and hospitality under God’s shelter. Monday & Thursday following from 9:00am Jewish 101 Friday - 11:30am, 5:30pm Saturday - 12:30pm
Sunday October 5
Remembering Moshe Avital z"l
On his fifth yahrtzeit, JBS remembers Holocaust survivor, cantor, and Jewish educator Moshe Avital z"l with encore presentations of his Witness and L'Chayim programs with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l. Sunday's JBS programming is sponsored by the Avital, Abramowitz, Arbit, and Slasky families, in loving memory.
Witness
Sunday 2:00pm - 4:00pm
L'Chayim
Sunday - 6:00pm Mon - 3:00pm; Tue - 12:00am & 3:00am
The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Cultural Center: Sarah Hurwitz in Conversation
with Dara Horn, Dan Senor & Abigail Pogrebin Former White House speechwriter and author Sarah Hurwitz is joined by all-star American Jewish commentators Dara Horn, Dan Senor, and Abigail Pogrebin to discuss As a Jew, her book documenting her quest to reclaim Jewish identity, in a program of The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Cultural Center. Sunday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Monday - 2:00am & 11:00am Tuesday - 4:30am & 7:00am Wed -2:00am; Thu - 7:00pm; Fri - 1:00pm Saturday - 3:30am, 5:00pm & 11:00pm
Monday October 6
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz
Justin is joined by Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz - President & Dean of Valley Beit Midrash and the author of 30 books on Jewish ethics - to explore the lessons of Sukkot, the call to justice, the future of Jewish life, and how joy, humility, and activism intersect in Jewish tradition today. Monday - 5:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am; Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Monday October 6, Tuesday October 7 & Wednesday October 8
SUKKOT SERVICES
Reform - Central Synagogue**
EREV SUKKOT
Monday 6:00pm (LIVE) Encore 9:30pm
SUKKOT DAY 1
Morning Service
Tuesday - 9:30am (LIVE) Encore 1:00pm
Orthodox - The Hampton Synagogue
EREV SUKKOT
Monday - 8:00pm Encore 11:00pm
SUKKOT DAY 1
Morning Service
Tuesday - 11:00am Encore 2:30pm
Evening Service
Tuesday - 8:00pm Encore 11:00pm
SUKKOT DAY 2
Morning Service
Wednesday 11:00am Encore 2:30pm
Tuesday October 7
For Heaven's Sake: Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi
Hosts Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi engage in constructive disagreement as they discuss the moral aspects of topics affecting Israel, world Jewry and the future of Zionism. Tuesday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm Wed - 1:00am, 4:00am, 8:00am & 4:00pm Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 7:00am; Saturday - 9:00pm
Wednesday October 8
Rabbi Hirsch: Hopefully
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch ponders the nature of hope in these dark times and urges us to reject “syrupy saccharine” optimism and instead embrace the active, Jewish ideal of hope rooted in good deeds. Wednesday - 6:00am & 2:00pm
Defending Israel with David Harris: Einat Wilf
Einat Wilf, Former MK and author of The War of Return, offers her perspective on the proposed Gaza peace plan and more with David Harris. Wednesday - 7:00pm Thu - 4:30am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:30pm Fri - 5:00am & 4:30pm; Sat - 7:30pm
FIDF Briefing: Homefront Command
FIDF CEO Maj. Gen. (Res.) Nadav Padan is joined by Homefront Command’s Chief of Staff, Brigadier General Liron Donnell, who provides an overview of the Homefront Command, a unique branch of the IDF tasked with civil defense and emergency response inside Israel during wartime. Wednesday - 7:30pm & 10:30pm Thursday - 1:30am & 7:30am Friday - 5:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm
ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute with Rona Kaufman and Caryn Block
Dr. Charles Asher Small speaks with Professors Rona Kaufman and Caryn Block on antisemitism and the law, women’s scholarship and the psychological impact of exclusion on Jewish identity, mental health and belonging. Wednesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 2:00am, 10:00am & 1:00pm Fri - 4:00am; Sat- 8:00pm
Thursday October 9
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Tomer Peretz
Jonah explores the healing power of art with Israeli-American artist Tomer Peretz, whose post-10/7 work draws on his experience and collaborations with survivors and first responders. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Fri - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
ILTV News and Daily News Updates - High Holidays Schedule
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Wednesday (ILTV) & Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday at 5:00pm ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm
On L’Chayim - Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l
Joseph Telushkin
Rabbi, lecturer and best-selling author Joseph Telushkin discusses the Jewish Tradition through the lens of his book Words That Hurt, Words That Heal. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am
Dan Almagor
A hero of the 1973 Yom Kippur War and the Battle of Tel Saki, Dan Almagor shares a remarkable story of survival and explains how he was finally able to talk about the horrific experience in which he lost beloved friends. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
Francine Klagsbrun
Author Francine Klagsbrun discusses, Lioness: Golda Meir and the Nation of Israel, her biography exploring how American Jews and Israelis view Israel’s only woman prime minister, who served during the Yom Kippur War of 1973.
Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Sukkot In Sinai?
For the holiday of Sukkot, Rabbi Mordecai Becher examines Talmud passages in determining "Did We Keep Sukkot in Sinai?" Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am, Tuesday - 5:00pm
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Sukkot
An explanation of the significance and the symbols of the Festival of Booths. Monday - 9:00am Tuesday - 4:00pm Wednesday - 5:00am & 12:30pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:30pm; 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 13
The Hebrew letters "Sin","Koof" and "Ion" are introduced. Tuesday - 9:00am
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
Women's Day Luncheon & Boutique
Posted by Stefani Barrow Travieso on 10/01/2025 @ 08:49 AM
Join Us in Strength on the 2nd Anniversary of October 7
Posted by Lauren Gold on 09/30/2025 @ 11:07 AM
Sunday, October 5 | 5 PM
Come together to commemorate the 2nd anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks on October 7, 2023. Together we will honor those we lost and demand the release of the hostages still in Gaza.
Join us in strength for prayer, inspirational speakers and an art presentation. Wear red, white and blue.
Chabad Las Olas, 1406 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale
Pride Empowerment Circle With the Yes Institute
Posted by Lauren Gold on 09/29/2025 @ 03:55 PM
Monday, October 20 | 6:30-8 PM
Joseph Zolobczuk from the YES Institute will lead in an in-person workshop on understanding transgender and nonbinary identities, terminology and lived experiences. The Pride Empowerment Circle meets the second Monday of every month to share, connect and build community in a safe space. Facilitated by Michele Rothkopf, Health and Life Coach. For JCC members and guests 18+ years old. Free for JCC members, $5 for guests
For information, please contact Jenine Simon at jsimon@alperjcc.org 305. 271.9000 x 251.
Alper JCC Miami, Building #6, Studio Room A, 11155 SW 112 Avenue, Miami
Holocaust Education Week Screening: "Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire"
Posted by Lauren Gold on 09/29/2025 @ 03:28 PM
Monday, November 3 | 7 PM | Free Community Event!
The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) is honored to take part in Holocaust Education Week, hosted by the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committe of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. This MJFF Torchbearer Prize winner resents an intimate portrait of the Elie Wiesel, Nobel laureate whose words and actions transformed the global conversation about human rights and Holocaust remembrance.
The film explores Wiesel’s journey from his childhood in Sighet, Romania — a once-thriving Jewish community devastated by the Holocaust — to his rise as a beacon of moral courage on the world stage. This unforgettable evening will feature the film's acclaimed director Oren Rudavsky.
Miami Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 28 – OCTOBER 4
Posted by Vlada Barash on 09/26/2025 @ 04:38 PM
Yom Kippur; Rabbis Buchdahl, Hirsch, Sacks z"l; "Being Jewish" Season 2 - Jason Alexander; Jane Eisner
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: Ha'Azinu
Rabbinic luminaries offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Ha’Azinu is Moses’ soaring final song that calls heaven and earth as witnesses, recounting God’s care, Israel’s struggles and the call to faithfulness. As Yom Kippur nears, it reminds us that true return requires memory, gratitude and steadfast trust. Monday & Saturday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 11:30am & 5:30pm
Rabbinic Wisdom and Commentary
Rabbi Hirsch: Two Years On
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch reflects on the wounds of October 7 and the tension between power and vulnerability in a Rosh Hashanah sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City. Sunday - 10:00am
Rabbi Buchdahl: The Cries of Isaac and Ishmael
Angela Buchdahl, renowned senior rabbi of Central Synagogue in New York City, speaks openly about empathy, Israel, and the “most painful experience” of her rabbinic career. Monday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Tuesday - 4:30pm
Rabbi Sacks z"l: Faith & Insecurity
The late beloved philosopher, theologian, and author Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks reflects on the Yamim Noraim, drawing on history, scripture, and personal stories to teach that in a world of uncertainty, true strength and security are found through faith. Sunday - 8:30am Tuesday - 9:30am & Thursday - 7:00am
Monday September 29
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Jane Eisner
Abby speaks with acclaimed journalist, author, and former editor-in-chief of The Forward, Jane Eisner about her new biography of Carole King and the Jewish roots that shaped both her identity and her artistry. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday 2:00am, 7:00am, 11:00am & 2:30pm Wednesday - 5:00am & 4:30pm Friday - 11:00am & 4:00pm Saturday - 7:00pm
Tuesday September 30
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z"l: Outsourcing Morality - The 2016 Templeton Prize
Rabbi Sacks z”l delivers a powerful address on the dangers of outsourcing morality in the West as he accepts the prestigious Templeton Prize, honoring individuals whose exemplary achievements harness the power of the sciences to explore the deepest questions of the universe and humankind’s place and purpose within it. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 11:30am Friday - 1:00am, 6:00am & 1:00pm Saturday - 5:30pm
Texting IRL: Dahlia Lithwick
Elana Stein Hain welcomes Dahlia Lithwick, Canadian-American lawyer, writer, journalist and senior editor at Slate where she is known for her widely acclaimed commentary on law and politics. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00am, 5:30am & 11:00am Friday - 1:30am, 8:30am, 1:30pm Saturday - 5:00pm & 9:00pm
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: The “Soldier’s Rabbi” - Yosef Zvi Rimon
In this special Yom Kippur episode, Justin is joined by Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon - Chief Rabbi of Gush Etzion, President of the World Mizrachi Movement, and a transformative rabbinic leader - to discuss the value of Torah, social change for Israel’s most vulnerable, support for IDF soldiers, and his faith-based response to tragedies like October 7. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am, 10:00am Thursday - 6:00am & 12:30pm Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday October 1 and Thursday October 2
YOM KIPPUR SERVICES
Reform - Central Synagogue
Reform Kol Nidre Service
Wednesday 6:00pm (LIVE) 9:00pm (continued) Encore: Wednesday 11:30pm Thursday 3:00am (continued)
Reform Yizkor Service
Thursday - 10:00am (LIVE)
Reform Yom Kippur Family Service
Thursday - 1:30pm (LIVE)
Reform Neilah Service
Thursday 4:00pm (LIVE) Encore 9:00pm
Orthodox - The Hampton Synagogue
Orthodox Kol Nidre Service
Wednesday 8:00pm Encore Thursday 1:30am
Orthodox Yizkor Service
Thursday - 8:00am
Orthodox Neilah Service
Thursday 7:00pm Encore Friday 12:00am
Thursday October 2
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Jason Alexander
Jonah welcomes stage, screen and former Seinfeld star Jason Alexander for the season two premiere of his hit podcast. Thursday - 8:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 5:00am,10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 10:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
ILTV News and Daily News Updates - High Holidays Schedule
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday (ILTV) at 5:00pm ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm
On L’Chayim - Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l
Rabbis Discuss God & Yom Kippur
Rabbis from different movements of Judaism share their views on the reality of God for the observance of Yom Kippur. With rabbis Mitchell Wohlberg (Orthodox), Rachel Ain (Conservative) and Steve Gutow (Reconstructionist). Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Ken Spiro On God
Ken Spiro, rabbi, historian, author and senior lecturer and researcher for Aish HaTorah, explores the Jewish understanding of God. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am
Rabbi Eugene B. Borowitz z"l
Leading Reform theologian Rabbi Eugene B. Borowitz z”l explores the Jewish tradition’s understanding of God and the Jewish sensitivity to the divine. Tuesday - 4:30am & 4:00pm
Shai Held Part 2
Shai Held, Founding President, Dean and Chair in Jewish Thought of Hadar Institute, talks theology, his understanding of God and his approach to teaching the Jewish Tradition. Friday - 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Concept of Fasting
Rabbi Mordechai Becher explains the concept of "fasting" in the Jewish tradition. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am; Tuesday - 5:00pm
For Thief's Benefit
The Talmudic principle that one should not make it too difficult for a human being to repent and heal a hurt inflicted on another person is explored by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 5:30pm
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
First Human Being
Genesis Chapter 2 begins with the creation of a single Adam from the dust of the earth. Where did the dust come from and what color was it? And what lessons are learned from the creation of a single individual? Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Saturday - 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 12
Learn three new Hebrew letters Zion, Tet and Vet. Sunday - 11:00am Monday - 1:00am & 7:30am Tuesday - 4:30am
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
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 21 – SEPTEMBER 27
Posted by Vlada Barash on 09/19/2025 @ 04:38 PM
Rosh Hashanah 5786; For Heaven's Sake premieres; Sarah Hurwitz; Abraham the First Jew
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: Vayeilech
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 Vayeilech captures Moses’ final words as he passes leadership to Joshua and commands the people to gather and hear the Torah anew. As the High Holidays call us to reflection and renewal, its charge reminds us that covenant and continuity endure through tradition. Monday & Thursday following from 9:00am Jewish 101 Friday - 11:30am, 5:30pm Saturday - 12:30pm
Sunday September 21
Abraham the First Jew: Author Anthony Julius and Rabbi Sarah H. Reines
Anthony Julius, author of Abraham: The First Jew, discusses the tensions that define Abraham and Judaism and how he brings the Jewish patriarch to life in a Temple Emanu-El Streicker Cultural Center conversation with Temple Emanu-El’s Rabbi Sarah H. Reines. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Mon - 2:00pm; Thu - 5:00pm
Monday September 22
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Sarah Hurwitz: Reclaiming the Jewish Soul from Antisemitism’s Grip
In this special Rosh HaShanah episode, former White House speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz joins Justin to discuss her new book As a Jew, exploring antisemitism’s impact on Jewish identity and how to reclaim the fullness of Jewish life today. Monday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm Tuesday - 7:00am, 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 2:00pm Thu - 5:00am; Fri - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am, 4:00pm
ROSH HASHANAH SERVICES
Orthodox
The Hampton Synagogue
EREV ROSH HASHANAH
Monday 6:00pm Encore Monday 11:00pm
ROSH HASHANAH DAY 1
Morning Service Tuesday - 8:00am Encore 3:00pm
Evening Service Tuesday 6:00pm Encore 10:00pm
ROSH HASHANAH DAY 2
Morning Service Wednesday 8:00am Encore 3:00pm
Reform
Central Synagogue
EREV ROSH HASHANAH
Monday - 8:00pm Encore Tuesday 12:00am
ROSH HASHANAH DAY 1
Morning Service Tuesday - 10:00am
Family Service Monday 1:30pm
ROSH HASHANAH DAY 2
Morning Service Wednesday 10:00am Encore 5:30pm
Tuesday September 23
For Heaven’s Sake: Season of Reckoning
Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi offer High Holiday reflections in the JBS season premiere of their acclaimed series, where the Hartman leaders engage in thoughtful debate on the moral questions facing Israel, world Jewry, and the future of Zionism. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wed - 1:00am, 6:00am, 1:00pm & 10:00pm Thursday - 4:00pm & 6:30pm Friday - 9:30pm; Saturday - 9:00pm
Wednesday September 24
Fighting Antisemitism- The ISGAP Hour: ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute with Kingsley Onyia & Amy Elman
Dr. Charles Asher Small explores African sources of strength for Israel with Rabbi Kingsley “Kish” Onyia, president of Nigeria’s Igbo Jewish Communities, and confronts denial of the sexual violence on 10/7 with Kalamazoo College professor Amy Elman. Wednesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 2:00am, 10:00am & 1:00pm Fri - 4:00am & 7:00am; Sat- 8:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
ILTV News and Daily News Updates - High Holidays Schedule
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday at 5:00pm ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm
On L’Chayim - Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l
A Rosh Hashanah L'Chayim Special
For Rosh Hashanah, an explanation of the themes and practices of the Jewish New Year. Sunday - 10:30am Tuesday - 4:00am
Daniel Cohen
Daniel Cohen, senior rabbi of Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, talks about a moment in all of our lives when we experience a wake-up call. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am
Joseph Telushkin
Rabbi, lecturer and best-selling author Joseph Telushkin discusses the Jewish Tradition through the lens of his book Words That Hurt, Words That Heal. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
Rabbi Robert Wolkoff
Conservative Rabbi Robert Wolkoff of Congregation B’nai Tikvah of North Brunswick, NJ explains why he is sure of the existence of God, and discusses his understanding of how God impacts the world.
Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Shofar of Freedom
The commandment to hear the Shofar, and how the Jewish Tradition links it to a call to "freedom," is explained in this special Talmud lesson presented by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am, Thursday - 6:00am
The Binding of Isaac
Talmudic insight into the story of "The Binding of Isaac," in a program entitled, "He Told You What?," is shared by Rabbi Becher. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
The Binding of Isaac
The Akedah, "The Binding of Isaac," is for many the most troubling and misunderstood passage in the Torah. Hear why it was revolutionary and liberating for its time and how it remains a powerful message for our own time. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am; 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.
Hebrew For Rosh Hashanah
Special Rosh Hashanah lesson of "From the Aleph-Bet" series 2. Sunday - 11:00am Monday - 1:00am & 7:30am Tuesday - 4:30am
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
Rosh Hashana Dinner
Posted by chabad chayil on 09/17/2025 @ 12:47 PM
Rosh Hashana Dinner Mon, Sept 22 & Tues, Sept 23, 8:00pm The Family Shul - 2601 NE 211 Terrace, Miami, FL 33180
Delicious Rosh Hashana Dinner spiced with stories, song, holiday insights and camaraderie. Must RSVP in advance! For more info call (305) 770-1919 or go to www.chabadchayil.org/4486507 Venue: Chabad Chayil 2601 NE 211 Ter, Miami, FL 33180
Cost: $100 or $60 for members
RSVP at (305) 770-1919 or at RSVP Here
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 14 – SEPTEMBER 20
Posted by Vlada Barash on 09/12/2025 @ 04:58 PM
Legacy of Rabbi Sacks z"l; "TEXTing IRL" Season Premiere; Rabbi Vanessa Harper
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: Nitzavim
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 Nitzavim speaks of standing together - leaders and laborers, elders and children, all of Israel - bound in covenant with God. As we approach the Days of Awe, its call to choose life and return to the path of teshuvah reminds us that renewal and unity go hand in hand. Monday, Thursday & Saturday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 11:30am, 5:30pm Saturday - 12:30pm
Monday September 15
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z"l: Selichot
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z”l offers a pre-Selichot address from Hampstead Synagogue in London, reflecting on repentance, renewal, and the spiritual journey into the High Holidays. Monday - 11:30am Wednesday - 11:30am Thursday - 7:30am & 11:00am Friday - 7:30am & 11:00am
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Vanessa M. Harper
Vanessa M. Harper, Reform rabbi and author of Loaves of Torah, joins Abby to discuss her passion for creating meaningful Jewish experiences for all ages and how she uses challah to interpret and teach Torah and the Jewish year. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wed - 5:00am; Thu - 2:00pm Fri - 4:00pm & 9:30pm; Sat - 7:00pm
Tuesday September 16
TEXTing IRL: Dyonna Ginsberg
In this season premiere, Shalom Hartman Institute Senior Fellow and TEXTing IRL host Elana Stein Hain is joined by Dyonna Ginsberg, CEO of OLAM, to address issues of our day through the lens of classical Jewish texts. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am & 11:00am Thursday - 1:00pm & 5:30pm Fri - 7:00am & 10:00pm; Sat - 5:00pm
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Rabbi Sacks z"l, Torah and Interpretation with Dr. Erica Brown
On the occasion of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks’ fifth yahrzeit, Justin sits down with Dr. Erica Brown to explore the legacy of Rabbi Sacks and the launch of the Magerman Edition Koren Shalem Humash, featuring his new Torah translation and commentary. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am, 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday September 17
Defending Israel with David Harris
JBS Strategic Analyst David Harris continues developing his “Post-October 7th playbook,” expanding on key ideas and recent developments affecting the state of Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am, 5:00pm & 10:00pm Friday - 1:00am, 5:00am & 4:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Reflections on the Jewish Holidays and October 7
Micah discusses the themes of the High Holidays while addressing the second anniversary of October 7 and what it continues to mean for Israel and the Jewish people. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 5:30am Saturday - 5:30pm
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
Rabbi Joshua Hammerman (Part 1)
Rabbi Joshua Hammerman, (Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth El in Stamford, CT) discusses the Jewish values embodied in the Yiddish word “mensch” which he writes about in Mensch Marks: Life Lessons from a Human Rabbi. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Rabbi Joshua Hammerman (Part 2)
Rabbi Hammerman and Rabbi Golub engage in great Jewish debate as they delve deeper into Rabbi Hammerman's book Mensch Marks. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Rabbis Discuss High Holidays
Rabbis Mitchell Wohlberg (Orthodox), Rachel Ain (Conservative) and Steve Gutow (Reconstructionist) discuss how they feel about the High Holidays, and the messages they feel are relevant for the Days of Awe. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
Itzhak Perlman
World-renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman reflects on his early life, Jewish heritage, and the musical journey that shaped his path to becoming one of the great virtuosos of our time.
Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Facilitating Repentance
Rabbi Becher examines the rabbinic view of repentance and free will, as discussed by Maimonides in his commentary to Pirkey Avot (Ethics of the Fathers). Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am, Tuesday - 5:30pm
Intent of Prayer
Explore the Jewish prayer service (Sh'moneh Esrei) with the rabbinic concept of "intent" in prayer, and learn the Soloveitchik approach to the study of Talmud. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 5:30pm
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Threefold Blessing
Explore Shabbat through the rabbis’ interpretation of the Creation story’s threefold blessing in Genesis 1, revealing a role for human beings that is rarely imagined. 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 11
Learn the letter "Mem," rules for the pronounced "Sh'vah," and conclude the Pay letter family that start Hebrew words "Purim" and "Passover". 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
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 7 – SEPTEMBER 13
Posted by Vlada Barash on 09/05/2025 @ 02:42 PM
Preparing for the High Holidays - Rabbis Roundtable, Rabbi Sacks z"l, Selichot Services; Natan Sharansky; Elana Stein Hain
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
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THE WEEKLY PARSHA ON JBS
Torah Parsha: Ki Tavo
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 Ki Tavo centers on gratitude and covenantal responsibility - from first-fruits and tithes to the covenant’s blessings and warnings - reminding us in Elul that renewal begins with gratitude and accountability. Monday, Thursday & Saturday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 11:30am, 5:30pm Saturday - 12:30pm
SELICHOT SERVICES
Central Synagogue
Begin the High Holidays live from Central Synagogue in New York City, with an evening of music, reflection, and tradition, featuring inspiring readings and the symbolic changing of the Torah mantles to white. Saturday - 9:15pm (LIVE) Sunday - 2:30am (Encore)
Hampton Synagogue
Orthodox Selichot services with remarks from Rabbi Schneier, and music by Cantor Hershtik and the Hampton Synagogue Choir, featuring classic and contemporary cantorial and choral pieces, live from The Hampton Synagogue in Westhampton Beach, NY. Saturday - 10:30pm (LIVE) Sunday - 3:45am (Encore)
Midnight Selichot: Hampstead Synagogue
At the 128-year-old Hampstead Synagogue in London, Rabbi Sacks z”l delivers remarks and the congregation joins for stirring Selichot melodies, in a rare 2019 recording that vividly showcases the British Jewish community gathered in prayer. Sunday - 12:30am
Rabbi Sacks z"l
Preparing for the Jewish New Year
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z"l offers remarks on different aspects and themes of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Sunday - 8:30pm Mon - 5:30pm; Tue - 1:00pm Friday - 8:30am & 11:00am
Two Voices: A New Perspective on the Meaning of Teshuvah
As the High Holidays approach, join Rabbi Sacks z”l to explore Maimonides and Nachmanides, the roles of priest and prophet, and the layered meanings of teshuvah. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am & 11:00am
Monday September 8
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Menachem Z. Rosensaft
Abby speaks with Menachem Z. Rosensaft, attorney, human rights advocate and Second Generation leader, about his book Burning Psalms, a poetic reckoning with God, memory and moral responsibility in the aftermath of the Shoah. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wed - 5:00am; Thu - 2:00pm Fri - 4:00pm & 9:30pm; Sat - 7:00pm
Kosher Movies: Real Life Events
Father and son Rabbi Herb and Benyamin Cohen look at films through a Jewish lens and consider the cinematic version of real-life events. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wed - 5:30am; Thu - 2:30pm Friday - 4:30am & 11:00am
Tuesday September 9
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Elana Stein Hain
Justin is joined by Elana Stein Hain, Rosh Beit Midrash and Senior Research Fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute, in anticipation of the JBS premiere of TEXTing, her popular series that addresses issues of our day through the lens of classical Jewish texts. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am, 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday September 10
Defending Israel with David Harris: Melanie Phillips
David speaks with British journalist, author, broadcaster and Times of London columnist Melanie Phillips. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:00pm Friday - 1:00am, 5:00am & 4:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: Weekly Sermon
Rabbi Hirsch delivers his weekly sermon to his Stephen Wise Free Synagogue congregation. Wednesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Thursday - 1:00am, 4:30am, 7:30am, 11:00am, 2:30pm, 6:30pm Friday - 1:30pm & 10:00pm
Fighting Antisemitism – The ISGAP Hour: Natan Sharansky & Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr.
At the 2025 ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute, Dr. Charles Asher Small spoke with Natan Sharansky, legendary dissident and human rights advocate, and Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., civil rights leader and No Labels Co-Chair. Wednesday - 8:00pm Thursday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 1:00pm Friday - 4:00am, 7:00am & 2:00pm
Thursday September 11
High Holidays Rabbis Roundtable
A panel of leading U.S. rabbis - Angela Buchdahl (Reform), Elliot Cosgrove (Conservative) and Chaim Steinmetz (Orthodox) - share insights and preparations for the upcoming High Holidays. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 10:00am & 12:30pm; Saturday - 3:30am & 8:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern
Micah Halpern shares his perspective that combating Jew-hatred cannot remain solely a Jewish issue, but requires enlisting non-Jews and non-Israelis in the cause. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 5:30am Saturday - 5:30pm
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
Dr. Charles Asher Small
Dr. Charles Asher Small, Executive Director of The Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP) discusses his organization’s research on Students For Justice In Palestine (SJP) and the BDS movement, and the urgency of combating antisemitism today. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Jerry Silverman
Jerry Silverman, former President & CEO of the Jewish Federations of North America, reflects on visits to Israel, American Jewry’s bond with Israel, and the community’s future. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Kenneth Feinberg
Kenneth Feinberg - the “pay czar” who set TARP executive compensation and led the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund - reflects on working with 9/11 families, lessons from public service in the Obama era, and his concerns for the Jewish future. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
9/11 Remembered
One World Trade Center survivor Ari Schonbrun; NYPD Detective Morty Dzikansky; and Liz Goren, a psychotherapist who counsels survivors, tell their personal stories and reflect upon the meaning of 9/11 as Americans and as Jews.
Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Shake It Up Zayde
The Jewish custom of swaying during prayer is discussed. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am
On Condition
The Talmud's emphasis on details and stipulations in matters of Jewish law, and why every word of the Torah has a purpose is examined. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am; Tuesday - 5:30pm
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Creation, Pt.2
A continuing look at Jewish values derived by the rabbinic tradition from the reading of The Story of Creation (Genesis, Chapter 1). Monday - 9:00am & 4:30pm 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 10
Learn the letter "Mem," rules for the pronounced "Sh'vah," and conclude the Pay letter family that start Hebrew words "Purim" and "Passover". Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:30pm
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