Nachum featured Camp Kaylie on this morning's JM in the AM with Camp Director Eli Brazil and OHEL CEO David Mandel. They discussed the camp and the importance of discussing summer safety with our children as they get ready for camp. Camp Kaylie is a groundbreaking integrated camp for kids of ALL abilities. Typical developing… Read more
Nachum interview Cantor Joel Kaplan on this morning's JM in the AM about the Cong. Beth Sholom 12th Annual Cantorial Concert in memory of Cantor Moshe Erlich ob"m. They discussed how this annual event came together and how it becomes more popular every year with the biggest names in modern Cantorial music performing. This year's… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of hosting Shlomo Zwickler for a comprehensive Beit Orot update on this morning's JM in the AM. They discussed the latest Beit Orot building/development news, the Yom Yerushalayim celebrations, the historic nature of the construction in that are of our Holiest city and more. "Beit Orot represents the first living Jewish… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11550"] Nachum welcomed Dr. Faygie Zakheim to this morning's JM in the AM to preview the 15th Annual Rebbetzin’s Conference led by the Task Force for Children and Families at Risk. Taking place tomorrow, June 10th in Brooklyn, NY, this annual event is a meeting of rebbetzins and mental health professionals with… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed the parsha of B'Haaloscha elaborating on the Menorah and how it manifests in our lives and Torah observance. Rabbi Yudin also discussed the significance… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11527"] Nachum welcomed Rabbi Yoni Fisher to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the planned Ramat Givat Zeev neighborhood in Israel and this Sunday's (6/8) massive promotional event taking place at the Aish Kodesh congregation in Woodmere, NY. The Ramat Givat Zeev neighborhood is just 5 minutes from Jerusalem and… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a look at the United States' and EU speedy acceptance of the Hamas-Fatah govt.… Read more
Nachum hosted Rabbi Steven Burg, Eastern Director of the Simon Wiesenthal Center & Museum of Tolerance live at JM in the AM for a Comprehensive Simon Wiesenthal Center Update. They discussed a number of timely issues including anti-Semitism in Europe, the recent EU elections, the relationship between the Simon Wiesenthal Center and political representatives in… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed the Holiday of Shavuos elaborating on its various laws and customs. Rabbi Yudin emphasized the importance of making the experience at Sinai a relevant… Read more
In preparation for the Holiday of Shavuot, the day we receive the Torah from the Almighty, Nachum welcomed Ike Sultan, creator of Halachipedia.com to JM in the AM to discuss his incredible Torah resource on the internet. Nachum and Ike discussed how the site came together and how its popularity continues to grow. From the… Read more
“And they (plural) traveled from Refidim, and they (plural) came to the Desert of Sinai, and they (plural) camped in the desert, and Israel camped (singular) opposite the mountain” (Sh’mos 19:2). The contrast between how the nation is described before they got to Mt. Sinai, using plural terms to indicate that there were separate… Read more
Nachum kicked off another great (albeit short) work week with a JM in the AM live remote alert, as he broadcasted from the Rav Teitz Mesivta Academy (RTMA) in Elizabeth, NJ. Nachum conducted several interviews with the renowned RTMA staff including Rabbi Peretz. Hochbaum RTMA Principal, Rav Elazar Mayer Teitz, Dean of JEC, Rabbi Eliyahu Teitz… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11491"] Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Naso elaborating on the concept that every individual has unique abilities, and their mission in life will be best fulfilled with those abilities.… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a brief look at the incredible, positive impact that pop-culture figures have when they… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11469"] Congratulations to NSN and Rusty Brick on this week's release of the new NSN App. Nachum welcomed Ronnie Schwartz of Rusty Brick and NSN App point-man Mark Zomick to this morning's JM in the AM for a comprehensive look at this amazing new App that will take the NSN listener experience… Read more
“And these cursed waters will enter your innards to inflate the stomach and collapse the thigh” (Bamidbar 5:22). Not a pretty sight, to be sure, and one that seems to go against the laws of nature. So much so that the Ramban (5:20) writes: “And behold in all of the Torah’s laws there is… Read more
May 29, 2014 Episode : With Shlomo Zwickler of Beit Orot, Elie Klein, Michael Miller of the NY JCRC and C Lanzbom of Soulfarm. Episode Archives : [jwplayer config="Custom Player" playlistid="1305"] Read more
The Nachum Segal Network enjoyed a great evening of kosher food and camaraderie at the amazing Gotham Burger on Amsterdam Avenue in NYC last night. Nachum welcomed Avi Roth, proprietor of Gotham Burger to this morning's JM in the AM to review the evening and expound upon the many delicacies that potential diners will encounter… Read more
It's Yom Hebron and people around the world are getting ready for the 50th annual Celebrate Israel Parade taking place this Sunday on 5th Avenue in NY. Nachum welcomed Michael Miller, Executive VP & CEO of the JCRC of NY to this morning's JM in the AM to get some last minute details and to… Read more
Nachum hosted Rabbi Yosef Chaim Golding, Dr Yosef Rosenshein & Chayim Jakob live at JM in the AM for a comprehensive Rofeh Cholim Cancer Society (RCCS) update. RCCS, a recognized 501(c)3 organization, provides an array of services for cancer-stricken patients in need; primary among them is the subsidizing of health insurance premiums, enabling them to… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11415"] Nachum Segal and special guest co-host Meir Weingarten presented the Annual JM in the AM Yom Yerushalayim Celebration with Jerusalem-centric songs, historical recordings and divrei Torah to help commemorate the re-unification of our Holiest city, Yerushalayim. Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Yehoshua Miller, Editor-in-Chief of Koren Publishers Jerusalem and Eliav Stollman, Brand Manager at Koren Publishers Jerusalem about the history and present of Koren's magnificent Tanakh. From the Koren website: The Koren Tanakh is a new, revised edition of the celebrated Koren… Read more
In anticipation of the 50th Annual Celebrate Israel Parade, Nachum welcomed Michael Miller, Executive Vice President of the NY JCRC and Robert Benrimon, Founder of Skyframe Inc. and Grand Marshal of this year's parade to discuss all the festivities. Everyone is encouraged to come out to 5th Avenue this Sunday, June 1 and show support… Read more
Nachum put the spotlight on Bike4Chai, and this year's Bike4Chai 180 mile ride that will be taking place on July 30 & 31st. Nachum welcomed Yoel Margolese, Director of Bike4Chai & Avi Koplowitz - 2 x Bike4Chai rider to the studio during ths morning's JM in the AM to discuss… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of welcoming Rabbi Steven Weil, Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union (OU) back to JM in the AM this morning to discuss the amazing NCSY global "Learn-a-Thon" whose goal is to complete the entire Torah ("Kol HaTorah Kulah" - all of Tanach, Mishna and Gemara) and transform people's lives along… Read more
Nachum and Yigal Segal invite everyone to tune in tonight at 7:30pm for the latest edition of Nefesh B'Nefesh's Homeward Bound with Yigal Segal as Yigal welcomes Rabbi Menachem HaCohen to the program. Nachum interviewed Yigal on this morning's JM in the AM about this amazing guest who was in the thick of all the… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Bamidbar elaborating on the manner in which the levi'im had to approach the vessels of the mishkan and the lesson of reverence we… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a look at possible candidates in Israel's upcoming Presidential elections. They covered a number… Read more
Nachum welcomed Levie Kanes and Cantor Zvi Weiss to the studio during this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the annual Mincha Maariv Sefirah Concert that will be taking place this Sunday, May 25. This year's concert will feature the amazing talents of Cantor Yaakov Motzen, Cantor Yaakov Stark, Cantor, Cantor Zevi Muller and… Read more
Parashas Bamidbar is full of numbers (pun intended). Not just the number of adult males in each Tribe, but also the number of adult males in each “Degel”(encampments/formations comprised of three Tribes). Since we were already given the total number of adult males in each Tribe, shouldn’t we only need to be told which… Read more
May 22, 2014 Episode : With Israeli Chocolatier Ika Cohen, Zahava Farbman, LMSW, of Chai Lifeline and Michael Fragin on Hatzalah & National EMS week. Episode Archives : [jwplayer config="Custom Player" playlistid="1305"] Read more
Nachum hosted Daniel Saat, Director of Business Development for Israel's SpaceIL live via telephone from Israel on behalf of SpaceIL and their mission to land the first Israeli space craft on the moon. SpaceIL is an Israeli nonprofit founded by 3 young engineers at the end of 2010, answering the Google Lunar X Prize challenge. SpaceIL… Read more
Nachum continues to promote and encourage the great work of Yeshiva University, emphasizing their vital role in the future of the Jewish people. To that end, Nachum welcomed Rabbi Yaakov Glasser, Associate Dean of YU's Center for the Jewish Future & University Life, Rabbi Ari Sytner Director of Community Initiatives at YU and Rabbi Rob… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11312"] In a follow up to his conversation with Jacob Kornbluh yesterday, Nachum invited Leon Goldenberg to the air to bring some clarity to the Mayor De Blasio/COJO incident that was brought up. They discussed the impact of the incident and how accessible Mayor De Blasio is showing to be to the… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11283"] Nachum welcomed Jacob Kornbluh, political correspondent and Managing Editor for Jewish Political site jpupdates.com to the studio this morning to discuss his role in getting critical news & information to the Jewish community. Nachum asked Jacob about his entry into the world of reporting and then they had a lengthy discussion… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Dr. Erica Brown about her book entitled "Leadership in the Wilderness - Authority & Anarchy in the Book of Numbers." From the Koren website: Confidently navigating the ancient wilderness, master educator Erica Brown guides readers through the tumultuous events of the… Read more
Nachum interviewed Barry Halper about this Thursday's Jewish Heritage Night for the Lehigh Valley IronPigs that, in addition to being a great evening of sports entertainment, will feature the amazing music of Shlock Rock. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11219"] Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of hosting both Rabbi Mordechai and Rabbi Avremy Kanelsky of Bris Avrohom live at JM in the AM this morning to discuss B.A. Shavuos activities and the amazing work being accomplished on behalf of the Almighty at Newark Airport. Bris Avrohom is represented every day at Gate 62, the El Al… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11218"] Nachum welcomed Rabbi Herschel Hartz to the studio during this morning's JM in the AM to help shed some light on Inwood Jews and the growing Jewish community in Inwood, Manhattan. Rabbi Herschel Hartz, named by the Jewish Daily Forward as one of "America's Most Inspiring Rabbis" in 2014, literally built… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Bechukosay and Lag BaOmer (coming up on Sat. night/Sunday) elaborating on a Jew's ability to "rise above nature" through Torah study and observance.… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a look at Israel's possible involvement in rescuing the abducted Nigerian girls from the Boko… Read more
The city of Albuquerque, New Mexico will go down in history this Sunday, Lag BaOmer as the place that Lenny Solomon, the King of Shlock concludes his quest of performing in all 50 states of the US. Nachum welcomed Lenny, live via telephone from Albuquerque to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss this… Read more
Each Sefer of Chumash operates within defined historical parameters. Sefer B’reishis starts with creation and ends with the Children of Israel in Egypt. Sefer Sh’mos starts with this nascent nation being subjugated by its host, describes G-d taking them out of Egypt and giving them the Torah, and concludes with G-d dwelling among them… Read more
May 15, 2014 Episode : With Tamara Freudenstein, Ori Putterman, Nikki Feerst and Dr. Michael Salamon, PhD. Episode Archives : [jwplayer config="Custom Player" playlistid="1305"] Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of welcoming Yeshiva University's President Richard Joel to the air during this morning's JM in the AM for a comprehensive YU update. They began the conversation with the recent major changes in the YU Athletic Dept. and covered a number of other topics including: the ever-changing methods of teaching/learning, the rising… Read more
Nachum welcomed Professor Shimon Glick , Professor and Dean Emeritus of the Faculty of Health Sciences at Ben Gurion University and 2014 Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion Prize back to JM in the AM this morning to discuss the "very moving" Bonei Zion Award Ceremony that took place in the Knesset today. "A lifetime achievement award… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11117"] Nachum hosted Albert Allaham, owner of Reserve Cut in Manhattan, NY live at JM in the AM to about his incredible story, his journey from Damascus to NYC. Nachum and Albert discussed the humble beginnings of a Jewish immigrant who is now the proprietor of a successful, renowned restaurant in one… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11118"] Nachum welcomed Rabbi Yitzchok Waldman, Executive Vice President of American Friends of Laniado Hospital to this morning's JM in the AM, live via telephone from Israel, to discuss The American Friends of Laniado Hospital and their upcoming dinner, taking place on Tuesday, May 20 (Studio 450, 450 W 31st St, New York,… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Berel Wein about his new autobiography entitled "Teach Them Diligently - The Personal Story of a Community Rabbi." From the Koren website: Rabbi Berel Wein – rabbi and historian, writer and lecturer, kashrut supervisor and rosh yeshiva – looks back… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11076"] Nachum hosted Rabbi Naftali Herrmann live at JM in the AM to discuss Friends of Yachad and their May 22 Inaugural Dinner. "Friends of Yachad (FoY) is a subsidiary of Yachad, The National Jewish Council for Disabilities, an international, not-for-profit 501 (c3) organization headquartered in New York City. FoY raises… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11053"] Nachum hosted Allen I. Fagin to this morning's JM in the AM to congratulate him on, and to talk to him about, his appointment to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Professional Officer at the Orthodox Union (OU). Nachum and Allen discussed what lead to this prestigious appointment and… Read more
Nachum hosted Teaneck, NJ Town Council members Elie Y. Katz with Yitz Stern to discuss important elections going on in Teaneck tomorrow, Tuesday, May 13. Nachum and guests emphasized the importance of taking part in the democratic process and getting to the polls to vote. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11052"] Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="11054"] In anticipation of the upcoming "Lag B'Omer weekend," Nachum hosted Yossi Leifer of Traveler's Choice on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss a special trip to the Holy cities of Tsfat & Meron. Traveler's Choice has taken over the entire Rimonim Hotel in Tsfat to offer people a Shabbat… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Behar elaborating on the unique nature of the mitzvos of shemittah and their placement in this week's parsha. Click the Picture to check… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a follow-up to Nachum's conversation about Nahal Haredi this morning, emphasizing the importance of… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of hosting Rabbi Tzvi Klebanow & Sgt Netanel Silverman live at JM in the AM to put the spotlight on the "Nahal Haredi." The Netzah Yehuda Battalion, גדוד נצח יהודה (also known as Nahal Haredi נחל החרדי) is a battalion in the Kfir Brigade of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).… Read more
Nachum hosted Jay Buchsbaum, world famous Sommelier on this morning’s JM in the AM in celebration of National Moscato Day. Nachum and Jay discussed a number of fantastic Moscatos and introduced a contest to the listeners to win a Moscato gift package by tweeting @nachumsegalnet how they are celebrating today. The best answer wins! … Read more
One of the laws of Yovel, the Jubilee year, is that property that was sold is automatically returned to its original owner (Vayikra 25:28). However, this does not apply to all property, as houses that are within walled cities (“walled” meaning that it was walled when the land was conquered by Yehoshua and “city”… Read more
May 8, 2014 Episode : With Rabbi Josh Fass, Sivan Yaari, Yotam Goren. Episode Archives : [jwplayer config="Custom Player" playlistid="1305"] Read more
With OHEL's "Xtreme Over the Edge" event coming up in less than 2 weeks, Nachum hosted Laurie Szenicer, Senior Development Coordinator at OHEL Children's Home and Family Services on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the latest info. on the event as well as other OHEL news and happenings. [jwplayer config="Mini Player"… Read more
After the success of last week's #NORPAC 1000 mission to Washington, DC, Nachum welcomed Dr. Richard Schlussel to JM in the AM for a recap of the festivities and a preview of things to come. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10986"] Read more
Nachum welcomed Menachem Lubinsky to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss an urgent breakfast meeting taking place this Sunday on the topic of Har Hazeitim — the Mount of Olives. The event will be hosted by hosted by Rav Moshe Tuvia Lieff Shlita, rov of Agudas Yisroel Bais Binyomin in Flatbush, Brooklyn and… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Reuven Ziegler on the Israel Prize, being bestowed on Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, on Israel Independence Day From the YU website: "Rabbi Dr. Aharon Lichtenstein was be awarded the Israel Prize in Jewish religious literature this year on May 6, Israel’s… Read more
Nachum Segal and special guest co-host Meir Weingarten kicked off a great day of celebration this morning with the annual JM in the AM Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration. On this 66th anniversary of the creation of the State of Israel, Nachum and Meir celebrated Israel’s independence with historical recordings from the birth of the state, modern… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10941"] In honor of today's observance of Yom HaZikaron-Israel Memorial Day, Robert Katz hosted JM in the AM's annual commemoration program, presenting appropriate musical selections and historic audio clips concerning the Jewish homeland. Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Emor elaborating on the counting of the Omer and the land of Israel's role in the "levels of Holiness." Click the Picture to… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a look at the recent vote on J Street's inclusion into the Conference of… Read more
Nachum welcomed Jake Novak, Supervising Producer for “Street Signs” on the CNBC network to this morning's JM in the AM, live via telephone to discuss an editorial he wrote regarding Israel's booming economy and what the United States could learn from the Jewish homeland. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10908"] Read more
“And the entire congregation shall stone him” (Vayikra 24:14). Since it is a logistical impossibility to have “the entire congregation” participate in the stoning of the sinner convicted of committing a capital offense (not to mention how extremely dangerous having hundreds of thousands of people throwing stones simultaneously would be), and it is inconsistent with… Read more
In light of the amazing news that the YU Maccabees' (YU Macs) men's tennis team won the Skyline Conference Championship, becoming the first Yeshiva team to earn berth into the NCAA Championship, Nachum hosted Joe Bednarsh,YU's Athletic Director to the Thursday Live Lunch program for a comprehensive interview about the team and YU athletics. … Read more
May 1, 2014 Episode : With Author Yael Unterman, YU's Athletic Director Joe Bednarsh, Coach Ira Miller and Jeremy Seftel. Episode Archives : [jwplayer config="Custom Player" playlistid="1305"] Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of hosting both noted scholar, author & teacher Rabbi Dr. Aaron Rakeffet-RothKoff, Professor of Rabbinic Literature at Yeshiva University's Caroline and Joseph S. Gruss Institute in Jerusalem & Rabbi Ari Rockoff, Director of Community Partnership at Yeshiva University's Center for the Jewish Future live at JM in the AM for an in-depth… Read more
With the release of another soon to be classic CD entitled "One Day More," Noey Jacobson, Chaim Horowitz & Josh Jay of The Maccabeats were Nachum's special musical guests on a "New Music Alert Thursday." [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10884"] Read more
In honor of NORPAC 1000, NORPAC's mission to Washington, DC going on today Nachum, Miriam L. Wallach, Mark Zomick and ZK were live in Washington, DC to put the spotlight on NORPAC's work and important issues of the day concerning Israel-US relations. Nachum conducted several interviews with a number of special guests including (click… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Jeffrey Saks about S.Y. Agnon and his involvement as Editor in the S.Y. Agnon series of Toby Press, an imprint of Koren Publishers. Shmuel Yosef Agnon was a Nobel Prize laureate writer and was one of the central figures… Read more
Shalom Task Force, an incorporated nonprofit organization, is an agency whose aims are to help women and families struggling with troubled relationships at home, to sensitize our communities so that a woman can feel less ashamed to ask for help, and to offer professional guidance and pointers to Rabbis who may be approached for advice… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10852"] In light of the Fatah-Hamas unity deal announced last week, Nachum welcomed US Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the senator's intention to introduce a bill whose aim is to cut US funding to the PA unless its government recognizes Israel's right to exist.… Read more
On Sunday, May 4, 2014, Sharsheret will welcome 600 guests to their 12th Anniversary Benefit, at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe honoring the women and men, family members, and friends who have touched the lives of breast cancer survivors. Nachum welcomed Rochelle Shoretz of Sharsheret to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the organization… Read more
In observance of Holocaust Remembrance Day, Yom HaShoah, Nachum presented the annual JM in the AM Yom HaShoah Commemoration Program. Every year Nachum presents moving musical selections and excerpts from Voices of the Shoah, stories told by the Holocaust survivors of their experiences during the Shoah. It is a powerful morning that sets the tone… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to this morning’s JM in the AM to deliver his weekly Torah address. Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Kedoshim elaborating on the relationship between the parsha and the fascinating writings of Rav Ephraim Oshry in his שאלות ותשובות ממעמקים (Responsa from… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a look at the anti-Semitic leaflets that were dispersed in Ukraine, requiring Jews to… Read more
“You shall be holy, for holy, am I, Hashem your G-d” (Vayikra 19:2). What is “holiness”? Rashi, based on Vayikra Rabbah (24:4 and 6), explains that being “holy” means “being removed (separated) from illicitness and sin, for wherever you find protection [built to prevent] illicitness [discussed] you [also] find holiness [mentioned].” Rashi and the… Read more
April 24, 2014 Episode : With Rabbi Charles Sherman and Rabbi Steve Burg. Episode Archives : [jwplayer config="Custom Player" playlistid="1305"] Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10817"] With Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day coming up this Monday, April 28, organizations and communities around the world will present programs to help remember and commemorate the atrocities that were perpetrated against the Jewish people and the world. To that end, Nachum welcomed Edwin Black & Dr Wallace Greene to this… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to JM in the AM to discuss the holiday of Pesach, elaborating on the various laws and customs that we will observing. In part 1, Rabbi Yudin discussed Shabbos HaGadol and the first days of Pesach including an in-depth look… Read more
Nachum and NSN General Manager Miriam L. Wallach have been presenting JM in the AM live from the Westin Hotel in Cape Coral, Florida, from the Legendary Destinations Pesach Program. Below you will find the shows they have presented so far, featuring great guests, holiday music, news from Israel and more. As a special treat,… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to JM in the AM to discuss the Torah portion of the week. This week Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Acharei-Mos and Shabbos HaGadol elaborating on the connection between Shabbos, Pesach, the torah Portion and the counting of the Omer. Rabbi… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a look at the life and passing of Yaakov (Jacob) Birnbaum, Founder of Student… Read more
“The judgment of the Egyptians [lasted for] 12 months” (Eiduyos 2:10). There is much discussion about what this “judgment” consisted of, and how it could have lasted for 12 months. The starting point for much of the discussion is Rashi’s explanation of the “seven days” given for length of the plague of blood (Sh’mos 7:25);… Read more
April 10, 2014 Episode : With The OU's Rabbi Eli Eleff, Aleh's Dov Hirth and Sammy Schachter. Episode Archives : [jwplayer config="Custom Player" playlistid="1305"] Read more
Nachum welcomed Eli Gerstner & Yossi Neuman to the studio during this morning's JM in the AM for a Complete rundown of the Chol Hamoed Pesach YBC Live 6 and EG Productions news. They also debuted the new YBC song entitled Yi-ha-li-lu that is available for download and will be featured during the concert next… Read more
Chol Hamoed means great Jewish entertainment and concerts for one and all to enjoy. To that end, Nachum hosted Rabbi Eitan Katz of NJ NCSY to discuss how NCSY has put together a great day at Great Adventures that will include the amazing Yaakov Shwekey in concert. Make sure to order your tickets for Thursday… Read more
Nachum welcomed legendary composer and Choirmaster Yerachmiel Begun to this morning's JM in the AM for a comprehensive preview of the Shirainu Productions Chol Hamoed Pesach concerts. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10740"] Read more
Nachum welcomed Alan Hirsch, President Matzoh Fund to this morning's JM in the AM to put the spotlight on the "Matzoh Fund" 2014 Fundraising Campaign. Nachum and Alan discussed how communities in Israel need our help for Pesach, and Matzoh Fund is an ideal way to get involved. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10739"] Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Lord Rabbi Jonathan Sacks about the "Jonathan Sacks Haggadah" and Rabbi Eli Fisher with Dr. Yocheved Cohen on Rabbi Eliezer Melamed's "Laws of Pesah." From the Koren website: 1) Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="10631"] With the first Seder of 5774 less than a week away, and the first day of Pesach exactly a week from today, Nachum welcomed Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld & Rabbi Eli Gersten (OU), Ronnie & Larry Birnbaum (J Drugs) & Jay Buchsbaum (Royal Wines) to this morning's program for the annual JM… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in to JM in the AM to discuss the Torah portion of the week. This week Rabbi Yudin discussed Parshas Metzora elaborating on the connection between the tzoraas ("leprosy") malady and the cleaning of our homes that is taking place… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with a discussion about Jonathan Pollard and the possibility of his being released as part… Read more
“And I (G-d) will put an affliction of tzora’as in a house in the land that you possess” (Vayikra 14:34). Ramban says that the expression “and I (G-d) will put the affliction” is used to indicate that the “tzora’as” of houses is not a natural occurrence, but is specifically “placed” there by G-d to indicate… Read more
