Nachum hosted David Cutler, Director of NCSY Summer on thism orning's JM in the AM to discuss the latest news and info regarding NCSY's amazing summer programs and to get David's impression of the NSN Kosher Super bowl Halftime Show. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8907"] Read more
Nachum spent some time with Alan Schonfeld of Legendary Destinations and world renowned Magician Ben Cohen, one of the star performers of the Legendary Destinations Pesach Program to get an update on how the program is coming together. Alan emphasized that the goal of this program is to provide a Pesach experience like no other!… Read more
With the Super Bowl taking place in at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey and the teams taking up residence in Jersey City throughout the game prep and festivities, Nachum welcomed the Honorable Mayor of Jersey City Steven Fulop to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss how the city is handling all… Read more
The Super Bowl isn't quite as enjoyable without amazing food accompanying the game, and nothing makes an amazing game-day spread like Empire Kosher chicken products! Nachum welcomed Empire Kosher representative Elie Rosenfeld to this morning's JM in the AM for a rundown on the succulent fare that Empire Kosher has to offer. They urged the… Read more
The biggest question facing Super Bowl ticket holders before Sunday's game is "will their be kosher food available?" Nachum's guest, Jeff Strik of Strikly Kosher answers with a resounding "yes!" Nachum and Jeff discussed all the details of the kosher food concession at the Super Bowl and how Jeff provides kosher food for sports attractions… Read more
Nachum put the spotlight on Sinai Schools and their upcoming, February 9 Annual Benefit dinner with Rabbi Dr. Yisrael Rothwachs, Willie Hochman and the legendary Cantor Joseph Malovany. "SINAI operates schools and adult programs for individuals with a wide range of learning and developmental disabilities as well as other special needs. They focus on maximizing… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Shalom Hammer about his book on the life of Rav Yehonatan Eybeshitz entitled "Derash Yehonatan - Around the Year with Rav Yehonatan Eybeshitz." From the Koren website: In Derash Yehonatan, Rabbi Hammer introduces the modern reader to key passages… Read more
As more and more news outlets and publications feature The Nachum Segal Network's Kosher Super Bowl Halftime Show, the excitement across the Jewish world is palpable! Nachum continued his lead up to Super Bowl 48 this morning as he welcomed the King of Shlock, Lenny Solomon to this morning's JM in the AM. With so… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of interviewing Jay Glazer, Senior NFL Writer for Fox Sports, "the most identifiably Jewish person affiliated with Super Bowl 48" on this morning's JM in the AM. They discussed Jewish pride, the Super Bowl, and the therapeutic value of talking to the Almighty. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8826"] Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8828"] Nachum hosted Yossi Hollander of Cedar Market on JM in the AM to discuss some pre-Kosher Super Bowl Halftime Show details and to let everyone know that they should get all their Super Bowl supplies at Cedar Market before the game and then enjoy the Shlock Rock performance online. The halftime… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8829"] There are a whole host of entertainment events going on in the NY and NJ area this weekend, in honor of Super Bowl XLVIII (48) which will be going on this Sunday evening. To that end, Nachum hosted Eddie Silver on behalf of the Young Israel of Manhattan (YIM) and their… Read more
Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg every Tuesday morning on JM in the AM to deliver the Yeshiva League Sports (YLS) Update. Tune in for the latest Yeshiva League hockey and basketball information, as well as, the occasional update on other sports happenings in the Jewish world. For a deeper look at Yeshiva Sports check out… Read more
Congratulations to Rabbi Micah Greenland on his appointment to International Director of NCSY! Nachum welcomed Rabbi Greenland to the studio during this morning's JM in the AM for a comprehensive discussion about NCSY past present and future. Also joining the conversation was Rabbi Moshe Eisenberg who will be taking over the leadership of NCSY Chicago… Read more
Nachum welcomed Sivie Twersky, Lay President of Limmud NY to this morning's JM in the AM to preview the 10th Anniversary Limmud NY Conference. "For 30 years, the annual Limmud Conference in England has impacted the lives of thousands. In 2003, a group of six visionary volunteers decided to reinvigorate the New York Jewish community by… 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 Mishpatim elaborating on the significance of the extra "vav" that begins the parsha. Rabbi Yudin emphasized how studying the various laws… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with the bombings in Cairo and the possible involvement of the Muslim Brotherhood. Malcolm also discussed… Read more
“Behold I am sending a messenger before you” (Sh’mos 23:20). Rashi explains this “messenger” to be the angel who would have been sent to lead the nation after the sin of the golden calf had Moshe not pleaded with G-d that He should still lead the nation Himself (Sh’mos 33:15-16 and 34:9). This angel eventually did… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8730"] Continuing his focus on the continuing efforts and achievements of outstanding Yeshiva University students, Nachum welcomed Rabbi Kenneth Brander, Dean of Yeshiva University's Center for the Jewish Future (CJF) and YU students Sam Weinstein, Leah Goldstein & Neil Bodner to the studio on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss… Read more
Super Bowl excitement is in the air and the Nachum Segal Network is leading the charge! In addition to the amazing kosher Super Bowl Halftime Show starring Shlock Rock, Nachum has been helping other promote their Super Bowl activity as well. In that vein, Nachum welcomed Rabbi Josh Strulowitz & John Frank, 2x Super Bowl… Read more
Nachum welcomd Rabbi Yossi Kanelsky, spiritual leader of the Center for Jewish Life (CJL) in Marlboro, NJ to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the latest CJL news and their upcoming, 10th Anniversary Testimonial Dinner. To make reservations and get more information about the February 9th event please call: 732 316 7600 [jwplayer… Read more
Mazal Tov to all the recipients of the 2014 Nefesh B'Nefesh (NBN) Bonei Zion Prize! Nachum spent a good portion of this morning's JM in the AM focusing on "outstanding Anglo Olim – veteran and recent – who encapsulate the spirit of modern-day Zionism by contributing in a significant way towards the State of Israel."… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Mordechai Willig, translator of the new book on the life of Rabbi Yehuda Amital entitled "The Laws of Cooking and Warming Food on Shabbat ספר בישול בשבת." From the Koren website: The Laws of Cooking and Warming Food on… Read more
Nachum welcomed the King of Shlock, Lenny Solomon to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the biggest news since the advent of the Super Bowl...The Nachum Segal Network will present an unforgettable kosher Super Bowl Halftime show starring the amazing Shlock Rock! With help from Cedar Market in Teaneck, NJ and the… Read more
In anticipation of a plethora of OHEL events and programs, Nachum welcomed Derek Saker, Director of Communications at OHEL to this morning's JM in the AM to find out all the information. Some of the events that Nachum and Derek highlighted included an evening of "Trivia, Fun & Friendship" for adult sibling support, "Devoted and… Read more
Nachum welcomed Rabbi Yehoshua Kohl, Regional Director of New York NCSY to the studio on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss some major NCSY happenings. Nachum and Rabbi Kohl discussed a number of issues including the potential impact of NCSY today, the immense area that is under the NY NCSY umbrella, NCSY's exciting… Read more
The Jewish music world is abuzz with the release of a new Yaakov Shwekey CD! Nachum hosted Jewish music star Yaakov Shwekey live via telephone on this morning's JM in the AM for the official debut of his new CD "Kolot." Nachum and Yaakov played and discussed a number of the selections and had a… Read more
With the ongoing rise in negative traffic encounters and tickets, Nachum was happy to have an expert on this morning's JM in the AM to help people navigate these difficult situations. Nachum hosted NYC Traffic Ticket Attorney Terri B. Kalker on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the latest news and information concerning… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in live from Beit Shemesh, Israel to JM in the AM to discuss the Torah portion of the week. This week Rabbi Yudin discussed parshas Yisro elaborating on the last of the Ten Commandments, "Do not covet..." Rabbi Yudin emphasized… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with Malcolm's recent visit to Greece and the latest news from the Mediterranean region. They covered… Read more
In the aftermath of this week's amazing HASC Concert, with the Jewish world still abuzz from the incredible Diaspora Yeshiva Band (DYB) reunion performances, Nachum welcomed the legendary DYB Saxophone player Simcha Abramson to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the reunion and the current state of the Diaspora Yeshiva. Nachum and Simcha… Read more
“And Yisro rejoiced over all of the good that G-d did for Israel” (Sh’mos 18:9). In the Mechilta (quoted by Midrash HaGadol), Rabbi Eliezer describes the “good” that Yisro was told applies to the Children of Israel: “They said to him, ‘G-d is going to give us the Land of Israel, the World to… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8550"] Following their annual tradition, Nachum welcomed Meir Weingarten to the studio this morning to co-host the JM in the AM Tu B'Shvat Celebration. They presented historical context, musical selections and divrei Torah to help enhance the celebration of the "New Year for the Trees." Read more
Nachum continued his Legendary Destinations (L.D.) focus on this morning's JM in the AM with "Jew in the City," Allison Josephs and members of the Legendary Destinations team, Alan Shonfeld, David Teyf & Masha Balenzano. Nachum and Allison discussed how her unique role in the amazing L.D. Pesach program will enrich everyone's Holiday experience. Then… Read more
Nachum welcomed Jonny Daniels, live via telephone to JM in the AM to discuss the "Mimaamakim, From the Depths" organization and an amazing journey from Israel to Poland on January 27, International Holocaust Memorial Day 2014. On January 27th, 2014, the largest ever delegation of Knesset (Israeli Parliament) members will convene overseas - on the… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Izzy Pludwinski about his book entitled "Mastering Hebrew Calligraphy." From the Koren website: Mastering Hebrew Calligraphy is a comprehensive and beautiful guide to the art of Hebrew letter-making. Developed and designed by the leading Jerusalem calligrapher, Izzy Pludwinski, it teaches… Read more
Nachum hosted Nechama Braun, Administrator of the Yachad Summer Programs and Benjy Liebowitz, Assistant Coordinator of the Yachad Summer Programs live in the studio on this morning's JM in the AM. They spoke at length about the wide variety of summer experiences that Yachad continues to provide for their clients. Yachad, the flagship agency of… Read more
Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg every Tuesday morning on JM in the AM to deliver the Yeshiva League Sports (YLS) Update. Tune in for the latest Yeshiva League hockey and basketball information, as well as, the occasional update on other sports happenings in the Jewish world. For a deeper look at Yeshiva Sports check out… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of hosting Yeshiva University's legendary basketball Head Coach Dr. Jonathan Halpert, the longest tenured men’s basketball coach in New York City history, live in the studio on this morning's JM in the AM. Coach Halpert has been the Head Coach for the YU Maccabees for over 4 decades and he continues… Read more
The first annual Yeshiva Toras Chaim Toras Emes Winter Concert is going on in Florida on January 25, and everyone is invited! Nachum hosted Moshe Bernstein and Yoni Schwartz live via telephone from Florida to discuss all the exciting details. Check out the school and concert website here. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8472"] Read more
As Israel mourns the passing of former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, Nachum welcomed Meir Weingarten, Host of The Israel Show here at The Nachum Segal Network (Mon, 9-10am ET) to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the storied life of former PM Sharon, his passing and the funeral proceedings going on in Israel.… Read more
Rabbi Benjamin Yudin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey, called in live from Beit Shemesh, Israel to JM in the AM to discuss the Torah portion of the week. This week Rabbi Yudin discussed parshas Beshalach elaborating on the "splitting of the sea" and the subsequent shirah, "song at the sea."… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, who called in live from Jerusalem to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update with the latest news regarding Caleb Jacoby and former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel… Read more
With the annual HASC Concert musical extravaganza coming up this Sunday night, this morning's JM in the AM was Nachum's last chance to get a concert update, and to try and get any inside information from his guests. Nachum had the pleasure of hosting Concert Chairman Miles Berger and Rabbi Sam Klibanoff live at JM… Read more
Due to the winter storms that took place during Nachum's visit to Jerusalem weeks ago, Nachum had to cancel his scheduled Jerusalem College of Technology (JCT) broadcast. Luckily, Nachum had the pleasure of hosting Dr Chaim Sukenik, President of JCT live on this morning's JM in the AM for a fascinating look at the school and… Read more
“And G-d did not lead them via the road to the land of the P’lishtim, for it was close, for G-d said, ‘lest the nation become regretful when they see war and return to Egypt” (Sh’mos 13:17). The wording of this verse, with two clauses explaining why G-d took the Children of Israel through… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of welcoming The King of Shlock, Lenny Solomon to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss his current US tour, the latest Daniel in Babylon news, and much more! Nachum also took the opportunity to wish the King a happy birthday. Make sure to check out the Shlock Rock site… Read more
With the HASC Concert, "A Time for Music XXVII" coming up this Sunday night, the various musicians have started converging on NY and rehearsals are underway! Nachum welcomed Ding to the air on this morning's JM in the AM for a definitive pre-concert update and to see if Ding would let any of the concert… Read more
Excitement was in the air this morning as Nachum presented a new music alert Wednesday with Benny Friedman live at JM in the AM. It was a great morning of new music and conversation as Nachum and Benny celebrated the Official JM in the AM debut of Benny's new CD, "B'nei Heichala, a Shabbos with… Read more
Nachum hosted Batya Jacob, Director of the International Jewish Resource Center for Inclusion & Special Ed live in the studio during this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the February 9/10 National Special Education Staff Development Conference. The conference will be taking place at Congregation Keter Torah (600 Roemer Ave Teaneck, NJ 07666) and… Read more
Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg every Tuesday morning on JM in the AM to deliver the Yeshiva League Sports (YLS) Update. Tune in for the latest Yeshiva League hockey and basketball information, as well as, the occasional update on other sports happenings in the Jewish world. For a deeper look at Yeshiva Sports check out… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Michael J. Harris about the book on the life of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks entitled "Radical Responsibility -Celebrating the Thought of Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks." From the Koren website: Celebrating one of the greatest Jewish scholars of our… Read more
Nachum welcomed Alan Schonfeld & Debra Gold to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the amazing Legendary Destinations Pesach/Passover Program 2014. The main focus of this morning's discussion was how well prepared the Legendary Destinations program will be for the attending youth & teens. Debra Gold has been brought on board to make… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8327"] Nachum and Menachem Toker shared some air time this morning as they contacted each other during their respective radio broadcasts for a conversation about weather, Jewish music, Israel, and more. 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 Bo elaborating on the verses that discuss the paschal lamb for both the first Pesach and then all subsequent Pesachim. Rabbi… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, back 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 life and passing of radio legend Bob Grant ob"m. Nachum asked Malcolm… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8282"] Nachum had the pleasure of welcoming long time fan and Israeli radio personality Menachem Toker to this morning's JM in the AM to get an update from Jerusalem about the snow situation, Jewish music, and more. Read more
“How long will you refuse to humble yourself before Me; send my people [out] that they may serve Me” (Sh’mos 10:3). This message to Pharaoh was delivered before the eighth plague (locusts); why did G-d wait until now to address Pharaoh’s unwillingness to “humble himself” before the Almighty? Besides, since G-d hardened Pharaoh’s heart after… Read more
Nachum welcomed Seth Schreiber, Chairman - American Friends of Beit Orot and Shlomo Zwickler, Executive Director of Beit Orot to this morning's JM in the AM for a discussion about Beit Orot and their Annual Dinner, coming up on January 8th. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8250"] Read more
"A Time for Music XXVII," this year's amazing HASC Concert is only 10 days away! Nachum hosted Jeremy Strauss, Chairman of the Board at Camp HASC live in the studio on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the camp and the upcoming concert extravaganza. Nachum and Mr. Strauss spoke at length about the… Read more
Nachum gave the listeners a treat this morning as he started off the JM in the AM 2014 programming year with Rabbi Paysach Krohn and Yitzchok Saftlas, President of Bottom Line Marketing Group live in the studio. The primary focus of the visit was the daily Torah learning program of Dirshu, that everyone is invited… Read more
Nachum focused on two of his favorite topics this morning, Israel and great kosher food with world renowned Chef and kosher cookbook author Susie Fishbein. Susie is getting ready to lead an amazing Culinary Adventure in Israel in support of the great work of Emunah. All foodies and soon to be foodies are invited to… Read more
Nachum welcomed Yossi Zweig, host of both the Z Report, Wednesday Live Lunch (11am-1pm ET) and Top 9@9 (Tues. 9-10pm ET) on the Nachum Segal Network and creator of the annual JM 365, Jewish Music Calendar to this morning's JM in the AM to highlight the release of the 2014/5774 edition of the calendar. Nachum… Read more
Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg every Tuesday morning on JM in the AM to deliver the Yeshiva League Sports (YLS) Update. Tune in for the latest Yeshiva League hockey and basketball information, as well as, the occasional update on other sports happenings in the Jewish world. For a deeper look at Yeshiva Sports check out… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, back to JM in the AM this morning for the Weekly Update. In light of this being the end of the year, a time when Presidents will often issue pardons, Nachum and Malcolm began this week’s live Update… 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 Va'eira elaborating on the difference between Moshe's interaction with Hashem and the avos' interaction with Hashem when things seemingly didn't go… Read more
“And Moshe was 80 years old, and Aharon was 83 years old, when they spoke with Pharaoh” (Sh’mos 7:7). My 6th grade son came home last week with the following “bumba question of the week” from his rebbe: If Moshe was 80 before the plagues started, the “judgment” against Egypt lasted for a year (Eduyos… Read more
Legendary Destinations is gearing up for an amazing Pesach program and everyone is invited! Nachum welcomed Elan Kornblum of Great Kosher Restaurants Magazine to this morning's JM in the AM to remind everyone that this unprecedented Pesach experience will offer delectable, round the clock food service, top-notch entertainment, luxurious accommodations, and more. In addition, Nachum… Read more
Continuing his preparation for "A Time for Music XXVII," the annual HASC Concert extravaganza Nachum welcomed Rabbi Shlomo Stern and the Birnbaums, Ronnie & Larry of J-Drugs to JM in the AM to discuss the concert and the incredible, year-round work of HASC. Camp HASC is the award winning summer program of the Hebrew Academy… Read more
Nachum hosted Aaron Lazarus, Quiz Master for the January 5th Nefesh B'Nefesh Panoply event. "What’s Panoply? Panoply is a fun, social trivia game. Although there is a competitive element, and great prizes to be won, the emphasis is entirely on having a good time and mixing with friends, old and new. The questions and puzzles… Read more
Excitement was in the air this morning as one of the biggest names in Jewish music & entertainment, LIPA Schmeltzer joined Nachum on the air, live via telephone. Nachum put the spotlight on LIPA's upcoming "LIPA on Broadway" celebration and his latest CD "Dus Pintele - The Hidden Spark" that is getting rave reviews around… Read more
Celebrating 75 years of serving the Jewish community, Nachum welcomed Miriam Frankel, Deputy Executive Director of Reuth and Morgan Kronenberg, Executive Director of the American Friends of Reuth to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the organization and their recent anniversary celebration. Reuth - originally named Women's Social Service – is one of… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Hanan Benayahu about the Koren Siddur Nusah Sepharadim (Edot HaMizrah). From the Koren website: The Koren Siddur: Nusah Sepharadim is a tremendous achievement. This prayer book is a one-of-a-kind edition that embraces the prayer customs and rituals of every Sepharadic… Read more
A Time for Music XXVII is less than 3 weeks away!!! Nachum welcomed a number of the amazing performers of the night to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the exciting details. Avraham Fried, Benny Friedman and Ding were live, in studio with Nachum and they were joined live, via telephone by Abie … Read more
NCSY continues to be at the forefront of connecting young Jewish men and women with their Judaism in a meaningful and enjoyable way. Nachum hosted Rabbi Yaakov Glasser live at JM in the AM this morning to discuss the Annual NCSY Yarchei Kallah going on from today through Saturday night, September 28. Hundreds of public… Read more
Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg every Tuesday morning on JM in the AM to deliver the Yeshiva League Sports (YLS) Update. Tune in for the latest Yeshiva League hockey and basketball information, as well as, the occasional update on other sports happenings in the Jewish world. For a deeper look at Yeshiva Sports check out… 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 Shemos elaborating on the various names of this next "book" in the Torah as well as the importance of names in… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, back 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 ongoing snow recovery in Jerusalem. Next, Nachum asked Malcom to address the… Read more
In honor of Camp Morasha's Incredible 50th year celebration, Nachum welcomed Jeremy Joszef, Director of Camp Morasha to this morning's JM in the AM to get the latest camp news and preview their upcoming concert event. For a half a century, music has been at the core of the Morasha experience. From Shiria to Shabbat,… Read more
Skiing fans were in for a real treat this morning as Nachum welcomed Rabbi Benzion Scheinfeld to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss this summer's Camp Chile Masmidim experience. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8015"] Read more
“And [Moshe] turned this way and that way, and he saw that there was no one, and he smote the Egyptian” (Sh’mos 2:12). The simplest reading of this verse is that before killing the Egyptian who was beating up an Israelite, Moshe looked around to make sure that no one was looking. Indeed, this… Read more
In this week’s Adorama sponsored Technology Today segment, Nachum Segal presented Ahron Schachter & Dr Steven Rudolph who discussed the growing popularity of DSLR Cameras. This week Ahron and Dr. Rudolph took a critical look at great Canon cameras. Make sure to visit Adorama.com for amazing values and Holiday gifts. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="8150"] Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="7985"] Nachum had the honor and pleasure of welcoming internationally renowned lecturer and author Rabbi Manis Friedman to this morning's JM in the AM for a lengthy conversation about love and marriage in the Jewish world. Rabbi Friedman emphasized the importance of approaching marriage and potential spouses with proper frame of mind.… Read more
Nachum put the spotlight on the great work of Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School for Girls and their upcoming events with Mrs Tamar Appel, Assistant Principal at Ma'ayanot and Mrs. Pam Ennis, the school's Director of Community Relations. The main focus of the conversation was this coming Wednesday's, 12/25 Annual Day of Study in the Liberal… Read more
Nachum welcomed Charlie Bernhaut, Ambassador for the cantorial world to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the upcoming West Side Institutional Synagogue (WSIS) Cantorial Kumzits. This Tuesday night, December 24 everyone is invited to this highly anticipated annual WSIS event featuring renowned cantorial tenors. Nachum and Charlie also presented and discussed some classic… Read more
Nachum welcomed Shlomo Zwickler to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Beit Orot, the upcoming Beit Orot Dinner and the latest news in Jerusalem's recovery from last week's snow storms. Everyone is invited out on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 to show solidarity and support to our brethren in Beit Orot, the first living… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Sherri Mandell about her book "The Blessing of a Broken Heart." From the Koren website: Sherri Mandell, an American immigrant to Israel, offers this hauntingly beautiful memoir of a year of grief following the horrific murder of her 13-year-old son, Koby,… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="7921"] As the Holy City of Jerusalem slowly recovers from their worst snow storm in decades, Nachum hosted Rabbi Yigal Segal, Host of Homeward Bound here at NSN (Tues, 7:30-8pm ET) to discuss the latest news and how the residents are coping. Conditions on the streets are still dangerous as people do… Read more
Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg every Tuesday morning on JM in the AM to deliver the Yeshiva League Sports (YLS) Update. Tune in for the latest Yeshiva League hockey and basketball information, as well as, the occasional update on other sports happenings in the Jewish world. For a deeper look at Yeshiva Sports check out… 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 Vayechi and the fast of Asara B'Teves which we are experiencing today. Rabbi Yudin elaborated upon the great significance of… Read more
“And Yaakov’s sons carried him (i.e. his coffin) to the Land of Canaan” (B’reishis 50:13), “as he had commanded them” (50:12). Rashi explains what was meant by “as he had commanded them,” based on Midrash Tanchuma (Bamidbar 12); Yaakov had told them how he wanted them to carry his coffin: “three [sons] on the… Read more
In light of snowy weather conditions in the Holy Land, Nachum Segal was at an undisclosed location for this morning's JM in the AM in Israel broadcast, the final one for this trip. Originally, Nachum was supposed to be in Beit Orot this morning and then finish the trip with a Live Lunch from Machon… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="7829"] Nachum continued his incredible week in Israel with a broadcast from the headquarters of C.R.I.B. Efrat in Jerusalem. "Since 1977 Efrat saved the lives of over 35,000 Jewish children in Israel! Efrat's approach has proven to be successful. Women who register for an abortion are asked why they want to terminate… Read more
Nachum welcomed Cantor Benny Rogosnitzky and the renowned Cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot to this morning's JM in the AM for a preview of the upcoming Park East Synagogue 9th Annual Benefit Concert, taking place on December 14, 2013. The evening will feature the incredible singing talents of both Cantor Helfgot and Neil Shicoff in Tribute… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Berel Wein about two fascinating new Koren publications: "The Oral Law of Sinai" & "Vision and Valor." From the Koren website: In Vision & Valor, Rabbi Berel Wein traces the development of the Talmud, the record of the Oral Law… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="7798"] Nachum had the pleasure of broadcasting this morning's JM in the AM from one of his favorite places on earth, the Holy City of Hebron. Nachum, Miriam L. Wallach, ZK, and several special guests were live at The Gutnick Center in Hebron to feature the incredible work of The Hebron Fund… Read more
Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg every Tuesday morning on JM in the AM to deliver the Yeshiva League Sports (YLS) Update. Tune in for the latest Yeshiva League hockey and basketball information, as well as, the occasional update on other sports happenings in the Jewish world. For a deeper look at Yeshiva Sports check out… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="7775"] Nachum kicked off a great week of programming in Israel this week with a broadcast from the OU Israel Center in Jerusalem. General Manager Miriam L. Wallach and Engineer extraordinaire ZK were on hand to make sure the proceedings ran smoothly as Nachum spoke with a number of special guests including… 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 Vayigash, elaborating on Yaakov's trepidation of going down to Egypt following the revelation that Yosef was alive. Rabbi Yudin explained the… Read more
Nachum welcomed Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, back 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 this week's historic find of building remains from the Maccabean period (over 2,000… Read more
Nachum welcomed Mattes Weingast, Host of JM Sunday here at The Nachum Segal Network (Sundays, 7-9am ET) to applaud his radio genius and discuss this Sunday's program. What is so special about this week's episode, is that Mattes had booked the Chief Rabbi of South Africa, Rabbi Warren Goldstein to the program to discuss "The… Read more
