Popular Shows by Rabbi Efrem Goldberg

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Living With Emunah (Part 398): The Best You is the Real You (Delivered in Michlalah Seminary)

Sep 7, 2026

44:55

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Living With Emunah (Part 397): Measure Your Smiles

Sep 2, 2026

47:45

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Tanya (Part 58): Chapter 12 - The Beinoni Doesn't Bear Grudges

Sep 9, 2026

5:58

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Dovi Neuburger Wants Us to Laugh at Ourselves

Jun 16, 2026

1:25:39

Note: This episode contains discussion of several controversial topics and stories. Why does Dovi Neuburger make us laugh at ourselves? Dovi Neuburger goes Behind the Bima for a candid conversation about comedy, community, and the frum world through the eyes of someone who has learned how to turn familiar moments into unforgettable jokes. Dovi reflects on his journey into stand-up, the rise of his social media audience, the anxiety and overthinking behind comedy, and the difference between making fun of Judaism from the outside and laughing at our own world from within. He also shares what it was like growing up as a Rrabbi’s son, how that shaped his view of community criticism, and why the best jokes often reveal something true. The conversation also explores social media, crowd work, boundaries in satire, stories that are “truer” than reality, family support, the impact of laughter in Israel after October 7th, and what comedy can give people in difficult times. This season of Behind the Bima is sponsored by Julie Charlestein & Darryl Benjamin in honor of their grandparents, Morton & Malvina Charlestein, and their children, Ruby and Maccabi Benjamin. In this episode: Comedy, satire, and the frum community Why Dovi never set out to be an Instagram comedian The difference between being famous and being meaningful Anxiety, overthinking, and the mind of a comedian The line between funny and too far Why some stories are “truer” than reality Growing up as a rabbi’s son The support of his parents and family Social media, crowd work, and the craft of stand-up Why people need laughter during difficult times

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What Ishay Ribo Really Wants from His Music

Aug 24, 2026

40:41

*Interview is in Hebrew* What does Ishay Ribo really want from his music? In this special bonus episode of Behind the Bima, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg sits down with Ishay Ribo for a personal conversation about music, emunah, creativity, and influence. Ishay shares why he sees his music as a shlichus, what he hopes people take home from a concert, and how music can break down walls between Jews who might otherwise have little in common. He also reflects on Israel and Diaspora Jewry, the spiritual awakening since October 7, and why he's increasingly questioning our relationship with social media. In this episode: What Ishay really wants from his music Music as a shlichus Breaking down walls through song Israel and Diaspora Jewry Jewish unity after October 7 Why Ishay is stepping away from social media Algorithms, distraction, and free choice Why influence starts with yourself

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#11: Special Guest - R' Aaron Kotler

Jun 11, 2020

1:03:11

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg

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The Mentalist Who Broke the Rabbis: Shlomo Levinger

May 12, 2026

1:13:04

On this episode of Behind the Bima, the Rabbis sit down with Shlomo Levinger, a professional mentalist whose work blends performance, psychology, and precision. What looks impossible on stage isn’t about supernatural ability. It’s about structure, timing, and understanding how people think. Shlomo pulls back the curtain on what mentalism actually is, and why the experience matters more than the method behind it. At the same time, he shares what it takes to build this into a real career—from early gigs to larger stages—and the decisions that come with it. That includes the opportunities he’s walked away from, and how being an observant Jew shapes the way he approaches his work, his image, and his boundaries. This season of Behind the Bima is sponsored by Julie Charlestein & Darryl Benjamin in honor of their grandparents, Morton & Malvina Charlestein, and their children, Ruby and Maccabi Benjamin. In this episode, we discuss: What mentalism actually is (and what it isn’t) Why performance matters more than the method The psychology behind how audiences experience mentalism Building a career from small gigs to larger stages Turning down opportunities that didn’t align with Torah values Navigating the industry as a frum performer

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Living With Emunah (Part 396): Be Like Tevya!

Aug 26, 2026

49:14

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(Part 6): No Pain No Gain

Feb 16, 2018

9:35

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Tanya (Part 57): Chapter 12 - Push it Away with Two Hands

Sep 2, 2026

15:36

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#7: Special Guest - Russell Galbut

May 14, 2020

1:03:41

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg

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Tanya (Part 56): Chapter 12 - 3 Things Everyone Does Every Day

Aug 26, 2026

13:58

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#9: Special Guest - R' Shay Schachter

May 28, 2020

1:09:27

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg

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Special Guest - Mariano Rivera, MLB Hall of Famer

Aug 19, 2021

1:02:31

Mariano Rivera (born November 29, 1969) is a Panamanian-American former professional baseball pitcher who played 19 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the New York Yankees, from 1995 to 2013. Nicknamed "Mo" and "Sandman", he spent most of his career as a relief pitcher and served as the Yankees' closer for 17 seasons. A thirteen-time All-Star and five-time World Series champion, he is MLB's career leader in saves (652) and games finished (952). Rivera won five American League (AL) Rolaids Relief Man Awards and three Delivery Man of the Year Awards, and he finished in the top three in voting for the AL Cy Young Award four times. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame as part of its class of 2019 in his first year of eligibility, and was the first player ever to be elected unanimously by the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA). Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg Rabbi Efrem Goldberg is the Senior Rabbi of the Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS), a rapidly-growing congregation of over 800 families and over 1,000 children in Boca Raton, Florida. BRS is the largest Orthodox Synagogue in the Southeast United States. Rabbi Goldberg's warm and welcoming personality has helped attract people of diverse backgrounds and ages to feel part of the BRS community, reinforcing the BRS credo of 'Valuing Diversity and Celebrating Unity. Rabbi Philip Moskowitz serves as Associate Rabbi at Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS). His warm personality and dynamic, positive spirit make people of all backgrounds and ages feel a part of the BRS community. Rabbi Moskowitz officiates at life cycle events, provides pastoral counseling, and serves as halachic advisor and close confidante to hundreds of members. Beyond the engaging and relevant Shabbat morning sermons, delivered to multiple, diverse minyanim, and the numerous regular classes and shiurim in the Shul, Rabbi Moskowitz regularly teaches Torah in private homes, local day schools, and the community at large. Rabbi Josh Broide is the Director of the Deborah & Larry D. Silver Center for Jewish Engagement (CJE), a Division of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. He is also the Founder and Director of the Boca Raton Jewish Experience (BRJE), a rapidly growing outreach and engagement program in Boca Raton, Florida. In addition he also works as the Outreach Rabbi at Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS), one of the largest Modern Orthodox Synagogues in North America.

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Ben Shapiro and His Dad on War, Peace, Music, and Everything In Between

Feb 12, 2025

45:42

From Boca Raton, Florida, this is Behind the Bima! This week, prepare for a powerful father-and-son duo who’ve made an indelible mark on both the Jewish community and the broader cultural landscape. Join Rabbi Efrem Goldberg as he sits down with the one and only Ben Shapiro and his father, David Shapiro, in an intimate, heartfelt conversation that explores everything from Ben’s path into political commentary to the profound impact of David’s musical genius on his son’s life and career. They’ll take us behind the scenes of their remarkable collaboration on the new musical “We Will Rise,” a stirring production spotlighting the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising that moved Israeli audiences to tears and ignited renewed hope in challenging times. Discover how a shared love of learning, faith, and the power of music forged an unbreakable bond between father and son—and glean parenting insights from David on raising a child who not only sits at your side in synagogue, but partners with you on grand creative endeavors. All this and more, Behind the Bima.

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Tanya (Part 55): Chapter 12 - The Battle of the Beinoni

Jul 22, 2026

15:48

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#759: Tachanun - Shomer Yisrael (Part 6)

Sep 3, 2026

8:01

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Living With Emunah (Part 395): Saying Nishmas

Jul 22, 2026

47:06

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Living With Emunah (Part 394): Making the Climb While Taking Breaks

Jul 15, 2026

47:12

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The Relationship Crisis Nobody Is Talking About: Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky

Jun 24, 2026

1:15:26

Note: This episode contains discussion of sensitive topics. Why do so many people feel disconnected today? Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky joins Behind the Bima for a thought-provoking conversation about attachment, relationships, vulnerability, and the growing challenge of genuine connection in modern life. Drawing from both Torah and psychology, Rabbi Danishefsky explains why many of us spend our lives pursuing achievement, productivity, and self-improvement while overlooking the very thing we need most: meaningful relationships. He explores how attachment shapes our connection to Hashem, to other people, and to ourselves, and why disconnection often sits beneath many of the struggles people face. The conversation also explores loneliness, marriage, friendship, therapy, personal growth, failure, resilience, and Rabbi Danishefsky's work helping people navigate addiction and other deeply personal struggles. From the roots of destructive behaviors to the challenge of genuine vulnerability, he offers a compelling perspective on what people are really searching for beneath the surface. This season of Behind the Bima is sponsored by Julie Charlestein & Darryl Benjamin in honor of their grandparents, Morton & Malvina Charlestein, and their children, Ruby and Maccabi Benjamin. In this episode: Why connection is at the center of a meaningful life Attachment theory and Jewish thought Relationships with Hashem, others, and ourselves The loneliness and disconnection facing modern society Productivity versus relationship Marriage, friendship, and belonging The connection between addiction, loneliness, and healing What therapy can teach us about growth Why lasting change begins with understanding why Where Torah and psychology intersect

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Akiva, Jewish Music Superstar

Mar 27, 2025

25:13

From Boca Raton, Florida, this is Behind the Bima. This week, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, Rabbi Josh Broide, and Rabbi Philip Moskowitz are joined by the renowned Israeli singer, Akiva Turgeman. Together, they explore Akiva's rise to fame, his deep personal connection to the music that unites the Jewish people, and his inspiring message of hope and resilience. Tune in for an intimate conversation that goes beyond the music. All this and more - Behind the Bima. Show Notes:Akiva Turgeman, known professionally as Akiva, is an Israeli singer-songwriter renowned for his fusion of traditional Jewish themes with contemporary music styles. Born in 1991 in Dimona, Israel, he is the son of Rabbi David Turgeman, head of the Gevoha Yeshiva, and hails from a family instrumental in founding Dimona. Akiva’s musical journey began at the Mizmor Music Academy, where he honed his singing and songwriting skills. Following his studies, he served as a combat soldier in the IDF’s Golani Brigade. His diverse musical influences range from Led Zeppelin to traditional Moroccan piyutim, reflecting his mixed Moroccan and Canadian heritage. His breakthrough came in 2018 with the single “Al Ta’azvi Yadayim” (“Don’t Let Go”), which topped Israeli music charts and garnered millions of views on YouTube. Subsequent hits like “Pshutim” and “Atah Holech Iti” have solidified his place in the Israeli music scene. Akiva’s discography includes albums such as “Olamot” (2017), “Al Ta’azvi Yadayim” (2021), and “Elef Mena’ulim” (2024).

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#636: Modim Derabanan (Part 6)

May 8, 2025

6:59

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#634: Modim Derabanan (Part 4)

May 6, 2025

7:25

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#632: Modim Derabanan (Part 2)

May 2, 2025

6:02

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#631: Modim (Part 27 of 27)

Apr 30, 2025

7:17

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6 Minute Siddur Snippets #630: Modim (Part 26)

Apr 28, 2025

4:13

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#14: Special Guest - Nachum Segal

Jul 2, 2020

1:02:59

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg

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#17: Special Guest - Eli Beer, Founder of United Hatzalah

Jul 23, 2020

1:03:25

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg

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From Shepherd to IDF Hero: Yoel Zilberman's Unstoppable Journey

May 21, 2025

55:07

🇮🇱 From Shepherd to Seal to Nation-Builder | Major Yoel Zilberman | Behind the Bima 📍 Recorded live in Boca Raton, FL In this unforgettable episode of Behind the Bima, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg sits down with Major Yoel Zilberman, an elite IDF commander and the founder & CEO of Hashomer HaChadash (Hasham)—Israel’s largest volunteer organization, mobilizing over 300,000 volunteers to defend Israel’s farms, strengthen the land, and raise the next generation of Zionist leaders. From his humble beginnings as a shepherd in the Galilee to serving in Israel’s Navy Seals, and now leading a national movement reshaping Israel’s borders, Major Zilberman shares powerful insights on: • What October 7th revealed about Israel’s vulnerabilities and resilience • The crisis of food security and land abandonment in Israel—and why food independence is a matter of national security • How his tent on a hill became a symbol of resistance, community, and rebirth • Why real leadership starts on the land, and not in politics • His call to action for Jews around the world to protect, work, and love the land of Israel This conversation is a blueprint for the Jewish future—brimming with clarity, courage, and a charge to build, plant, and lead.

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Tanya (Part 32): Chapter 7 - A Partial Eclipse of Hashem

Jan 7, 2026

15:11

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Tanya (Part 33): Chapter 7 - Marbled Meat and Fragrant Wine

Jan 14, 2026

19:23

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Tanya (Part 34): Chapter 7 - Mutar and Asur, Bound and Unbound

Jan 21, 2026

20:58

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Tanya (Part 35): Chapter 7 - Repair from Wasting Seed

Jan 28, 2026

22:36

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Tanya (Part 31): Chapter 6 - The Three Kelipos

Dec 31, 2025

18:48

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Tanya (Part 36): Chapter 8 - Issur Doesn't Care about Your Feelings

Feb 4, 2026

18:33

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Tanya (Part 8): Chapter 1 - Temperments Based on the Elements

May 14, 2025

19:25

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Tanya (Part 37): Chapter 8 - Chibut Ha'Kever to Repar the Body

Feb 11, 2026

20:00

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Living With Emunah (Part 372): Grip Loosely

Jan 14, 2026

54:03

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Bonus Episode - A Discussion Around Antisemitism: Ben Shapiro & Yair Rosenberg, Moderated by Rabbi Efrem Goldberg

Feb 15, 2023

2:10:56

Yair Rosenberg is staff writer at The Atlantic, where he covers the intersection of politics, culture, and religion, and writes the Deep Shtetl newsletter. Previously a senior writer at Tablet Magazine, he has also written for the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian, and his work has received awards from the Religion Newswriters Association and the Harvard Center for Jewish Studies. He has covered everything from national elections in America and Israel, to observant Jews in baseball, to the translation of Harry Potter into Yiddish, to Muslims and Jews in comic books, and in his spare time, he composes and sings original Jewish music and creates bots that troll anti-Semites on Twitter. Ben Shapiro is an American attorney, businessman, author, columnist, conservative political commentator, and media personality. At age 17, he became the youngest nationally syndicated columnist in the United States. Shapiro writes columns for Creators Syndicate, Newsweek, and Ami Magazine, and serves as editor emeritus for The Daily Wire, which he founded. Shapiro is the host of The Ben Shapiro Show, a daily political podcast and live radio show. He was editor-at-large of Breitbart News between 2012 and 2016. Shapiro has written eleven books.

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#379: Amida: Introduction (Part 2)

Jul 26, 2022

7:17

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Zevi Samet, Basketball Star and Yeshiva Bachur

Mar 5, 2025

1:05:41

From Boca Raton, Florida, this is Behind the Bima. On this week’s episode, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, Rabbi Philip Moskowitz, and Rabbi Josh Broide sit down with the extraordinary Zevi Samet—a dynamic yeshiva bachur and celebrated basketball star whose journey is as inspiring off the court as it is on. Zevi shares his unique story of balancing Torah learning with athletic excellence, revealing how every game-winning shot is a lesson in perseverance, faith, and self-motivation. Join us as we explore his transformative path, the sacrifices made in pursuit of excellence, and the powerful role of Torah in every facet of his life. Plus, get the inside scoop on our groundbreaking new media center, a campus expansion that’s doubling our impact, and our record-breaking global charity matching campaign that raised $6 million in just 48 hours! All this and more, Behind the Bima. 00:00 - Introduction14:51 - Interview

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#637: Modim Derabanan (Part 7)

May 9, 2025

6:10

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Living With Emunah (Part 388): He Remains Intimately Involved

May 25, 2026

46:25

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Living With Emunah (Part 391): Connecting the Dots

Jun 18, 2026

42:16

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#10: Special Guest - Marvel Joseph

Jun 4, 2020

1:09:31

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg

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#27: Special Guest - Ben Shapiro

Oct 14, 2020

1:00:58

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg

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Special Guest - Robert Kraft, Owner of Patriots

Apr 15, 2021

1:19:21

Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community. Connect with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg: Website: https://rabbiefremgoldberg.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/efrem.goldberg Twitter: http://twitter.com/rabbigoldberg Special Guest: Robert KraftOwner, New England PatriotsFounder, Foundation to Combat Anti-SemitismGreat supporter of Israel Rabbi Efrem Goldberg is the Senior Rabbi of the Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS), a rapidly-growing congregation of over 800 families and over 1,000 children in Boca Raton, Florida. BRS is the largest Orthodox Synagogue in the Southeast United States. Rabbi Goldberg's warm and welcoming personality has helped attract people of diverse backgrounds and ages to feel part of the BRS community, reinforcing the BRS credo of 'Valuing Diversity and Celebrating Unity. Rabbi Philip Moskowitz serves as Associate Rabbi at Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS), where he helps lead a rapidly growing congregation of over 850 families including over 1,000 children. His warm personality and dynamic, positive spirit make people of all backgrounds and ages feel a part of the BRS community. Rabbi Moskowitz officiates at life cycle events, provides pastoral counseling, and serves as halachic advisor and close confidante to hundreds of members. Beyond the engaging and relevant Shabbat morning sermons, delivered to multiple, diverse minyanim, and the numerous regular classes and shiurim in the Shul, Rabbi Moskowitz regularly teaches Torah in private homes, local day schools, and the community at large. Rabbi Josh Broide is the Director of the Deborah & Larry D. Silver Center for Jewish Engagement (CJE), a Division of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. He is also the Founder and Director of the Boca Raton Jewish Experience (BRJE), a rapidly growing outreach and engagement program in Boca Raton, Florida. In addition he also works as the Outreach Rabbi at Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS), one of the largest Modern Orthodox Synagogues in North America.

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(Part 156): Reach Up for a Hug

Jul 29, 2020

31:00

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#7: Elokei Neshama (Part 1)

Dec 27, 2018

6:39

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Part 128: Light Up the World with Emunah

Dec 18, 2019

40:49

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#63: Pesukei D’Zimra – Hodu (Part 5)

Apr 9, 2019

6:59

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#62: Pesukei D’Zimra – Hodu (Part 4)

Apr 9, 2019

6:18

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#61: Pesukei D’Zimra – Hodu (Part 3)

Apr 9, 2019

6:57

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#60: Pesukei D’Zimra – Hodu (Part 2)

Apr 9, 2019

6:19

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#59: Pesukei D’Zimra – Hodu (Part 1)

Apr 9, 2019

8:37

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Part 130: Belief in God Must Lead to Being Like God

Jan 1, 2020

28:00

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Part 129: Turn the Spark into a Roaring Flame

Dec 25, 2019

38:33

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Part 1

Feb 16, 2018

42:27

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Part 2

Feb 16, 2018

39:45

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Living With Emunah (Part 390): Drop the Grudge

Jun 10, 2026

50:09

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Living With Emunah (Part 386): Surrender to the Shepherd

May 13, 2026

52:37

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Korach: The Danger of Erasing Differences

Jun 16, 2026

1:02:42

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Living With Emunah (Part 393): Walking Through the Valley

Jul 8, 2026

50:32

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Ki Savo: The Blessing of Knowing you are Blessed

Aug 25, 2026

1:03:58

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Nitzavim/Vayeilech: Music is the Language of the Soul

Sep 1, 2026

1:06:51

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Living With Emunah (Part 389): Not a Cliche but a way of Life

Jun 1, 2026

49:02

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Tanya (Part 49): Chapter 11 - Two types of Rasha

Jun 1, 2026

15:21

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Tanya (Part 28): Chapter 6 - Architecture of the Animal Soul

Dec 3, 2025

20:18

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Tanya (Part 29): Chapter 6 - The Other Side

Dec 17, 2025

15:29

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Tanya (Part 30): Chapter 6 - Learning with Bitul

Dec 24, 2025

15:34

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#667: Yehiyu l'ratzon imrei fi (Part 4)

Oct 20, 2025

6:20

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#666: Yehiyu l'ratzon imrei fi (Part 3)

Oct 16, 2025

5:29

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When Comedy Gets Serious: Ami Kozak

Apr 28, 2026

1:16:22

On this episode of Behind the Bima, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg and Rabbi Philip Moskowitz sit down with Ami Kozak, whose impressions and satire have become a sharp lens on how people speak… and what they actually mean. What makes those impressions resonate isn’t just the humor. It’s recognition. The way people talk about Israel, about Jews, and about each other often carries assumptions, framing, and subtext that go unnoticed until they’re reflected back. This conversation explores how satire exposes those patterns, why certain narratives gain traction, and what it means to have a public voice in a moment where attention, influence, and credibility are often misaligned. This season of Behind the Bima is sponsored by Julie Charlestein & Darryl Benjamin in honor of their grandparents, Morton & Malvina Charlestein, and their children, Ruby and Maccabi Benjamin. Topics discussed: How impressions reveal patterns in how people speak and think The language and framing around Israel in public discourse Satire as a way to show ideas rather than argue them When to engage bad-faith voices... and when not to The risks of platforming and false equivalence

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#665: Yehiyu l'ratzon imrei fi (Part 2)

Oct 5, 2025

5:56

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#664: Yehiyu l'ratzon imrei fi (Part 1)

Oct 1, 2025

7:39

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Tanya (Part 10): Chapter 2 - The Breath of Life

May 28, 2025

19:43

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Tanya (Part 9): Chapter 1 - The Jewish Soul vs. the Non-Jewish Soul

May 21, 2025

20:49

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Tanya (Part 7): Chapter 1 - We have Two Souls

May 7, 2025

18:13

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Tanya (Part 6): Chapter 1 - Beinoni By Process of Elimination

Apr 30, 2025

20:36

80

Tanya (Part 2): Introduction and Overview

Mar 26, 2025

20:12

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BONUS EPISODE: Eli Sharabi | The Meaning of Freedom

Mar 29, 2026

59:06

In this episode of Behind the Bima, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg sits down with former hostage Eli Sharabi for a deeply moving conversation about October 7th, captivity in Gaza, survival, loss, and the long road back. Sharabi speaks with remarkable clarity about what it meant to endure the unimaginable, what helped him survive, and how he has chosen to live after returning to a world forever changed. He reflects on fear, faith, grief, and the inner strength that remained even when everything else was stripped away. As Pesach approaches, this conversation carries an added weight. Not because it is a retelling of ancient slavery and freedom, but because it forces us to confront those ideas in real time, through one man’s testimony of darkness, endurance, and the meaning of being free. The conversation also explores: • Eli Sharabi’s firsthand account of October 7th and being taken hostage • What daily life in captivity looked like • The psychological and emotional toll of surviving underground • The role of faith, family, and inner discipline in staying alive • How he thought about hope, dignity, and identity under impossible conditions • What he wants the world to understand about Hamas, Gaza, and what he witnessed • Grief, healing, and rebuilding life after returning home • Why freedom feels different after it has been taken away This season of Behind the Bima is sponsored by Julie Charlestein & Darryl Benjamin in honor of their grandparents, Morton & Malvina Charlestein, and their children, Ruby and Maccabi Benjamin. A powerful conversation about captivity, resilience, and what remains when everything else is taken.

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When Silence Was No Longer an Option: Congressman Randy Fine

Dec 18, 2025

40:05

In this episode of Behind the Bima, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg sits down with Congressman Randy Fine, one of the most outspoken defenders of the Jewish people and the State of Israel in American politics today. This episode is sponsored by Eli & Eva Genauer in observance of the Yahrzeit of his grandfather, Moshe Yehuda ben Binyomin HaLevi Genauer, on the 8th of Kislev. Congressman Fine shares the powerful story behind his decision to wear a kippah every day on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the first member of Congress in history to do so. What began as a conversation with his teenage son became a defining public statement of Jewish pride at a time when many feel pressure to hide. The conversation explores:Standing visibly Jewish in an era of rising antisemitismThe personal cost—and responsibility—of moral clarityGrowing up Jewish in Kentucky and confronting hate early in lifeFlorida’s role as one of the safest states in America for JewsSchool choice, Jewish day school security, and public policyIsrael after October 7 and the changing political landscapeLeadership, courage, and the price of speaking plainly This is a candid, unscripted discussion about identity, responsibility, and what it means to lead as a Jew in historic times... exactly the kind of conversation Behind the Bima was created to host.

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Tanya (Part 42): Chapter 9 - Training the Animal

Mar 25, 2026

15:15

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6 Minute Siddur Snippets #655: Sim Shalom (Part 8)

Aug 31, 2025

5:57

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10 Mins of Meaning (Iggeres HaRamban - Part 14)

Sep 9, 2024

9:25

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10 Mins of Meaning (Iggeres HaRamban - Part 13)

Sep 2, 2024

10:34

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10 Mins of Meaning (Iggeres HaRamban - Part 11)

Aug 19, 2024

5:53

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(Part 59): If You Love It, It Isn’t Suffering

Nov 6, 2019

12:23

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Tanya (Part 41): Chapter 9 - The Fight for our Guf

Mar 18, 2026

19:23

90

Part 58: Show That Habit Who is Boss

Oct 30, 2019

7:59

91

Tanya (Part 40): Chapter 9 - Anatomy of the Souls

Mar 11, 2026

18:29

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Tanya (Part 39): Chapter 8 - Secular Wisdom

Mar 4, 2026

18:42

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Tanya (Part 38): Chapter 8 - Kaf Ha'Kela

Feb 18, 2026

14:35

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