During the discussion/confrontation between Yosef and his brothers, Yehudah referred to his father as “your servant” five times, understandable since he was talking to the Viceroy of Egypt, and deference is necessary when speaking to authority. However, unbeknownst to Yehudah, his father was also the Viceroy’s father, so by calling his father the Viceroy’s servant,… 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 Nikon and Canon cameras. Make sure to visit Adorama.com for amazing values and Holiday gifts. [jwplayer config="Mini… Read more
Excitement was in the air as Nachum welcomed the Mayor of Jersey City, the Honorable Steven M. Fulop to the studio for a comprehensive interview. On July 1st, 2013, Steven M. Fulop took office as the 49th Mayor of Jersey City. Mayor Fulop discussed his journey from descendant of Holocaust survivors to Mayor of the… Read more
Nachum welcomed Rabbi Jack Abramowitz, OU Torah Editor to the studio this morning to discuss the OU's Nach Yomi program and how the cycle of learning Nach begins again tomorrow. Nachum and Rabbi Abramowitz discussed the impetus for this program and how it is getting more and more popular all the time. By learning one… Read more
Nachum hosted MK Ayelet Shaked on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss a number of issues including the latest news regarding the הבית היהודי, HaBayit HaYehudi party in Israel, the Koby Mandell Foundation event going on tomorrow night in Englewood, NJ that MK Shaked will be attending, the current status of the… Read more
Nachum spoke with Devirah Greenfield, General Studies Principal at Shalom Torah Academy (STA) about their amazing inauguration celebration billed: "Igniting the Minds of Young Scientists." STA will be celebrating the opening of their new science laboratory in East Windsor, NJ with featured speaker Dr. Richard Roberts. "Shalom Torah Academy provides advanced academics in both the… Read more
In preparation for the annual Rabbinical College of America (RCA) National Founders Dinner, Nachum had the pleasure of hosting Rabbi Moshe Herson, Dean of the Rabbinical College, as well as Robert Benrimon & Rabbi Mendy Solomon to discuss the December 11 dinner and the RCA's past, present and future. Rabbi Herson explained how the RCA… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi J David Bleich & Rabbi Daniel Feldman about the book "The Philosophical Quest." From the Koren website: This volume includes discussions of the axiological principles of faith that define the essence of Judaism, analyses of particular principles such as the nature… Read more
Nachum welcomed Cantor Benny Rogosnitzky to this morning's JM in the AM to preview the Park East Synagogue 9th Annual Benefit Concert taking place on Motzei Shabbos, December 14. Everyone is invited to a celebration of the legendary Richard Tucker’s 100th Birthday, with Chief Cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot and Opera singer Neil Shicoff. [jwplayer config="Mini… Read more
It was a great Live Music Alert Chanukah Monday as Nachum hosted renowned composer and choir master Yitzy Bald on this morning's JM in the AM to officially debut the new New York Boys Choir (NYBC) Chanukah single/video entitled Miracle. They discussed the making of this exciting new project and the latest NYBC news &… 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 Miketz and Shabbat Chanukah, elaborating on the Torah portion and various laws & customs of the day. . Click the Picture… 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 Thanksgivukah and the need to be cautious about diluting our Holidays. Nachum and… Read more
As has become the annual Chanukah tradition, Nachum hosted FDNY Commissioner Sal Cassano on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss fire safety. Commissioner Cassano explained how the FDNY is on higher alert before all holidays and have been educating the public in anticipation of all the festivities. Over the years, due to professional… Read more
“When the Greeks entered the [Temple] sanctuary they ritually contaminated all of the oil in the sanctuary, and when the House of the Chashmona’im became stronger and defeated them, they searched and only found one jar of oil that was left with the seal of the Kohain Gadol, and there was only enough [oil] in… Read more
Nachum kicked off Chanukah in a major way this morning with three incredible hours of diverse Chanukah tunes on JM in the AM. Staci & Nachum Segal and the entire JM in the AM & Nachum Segal Network family wish all our listeners a happy, healthy, and festive Chanukah holiday and a happy Thanksgiving. … Read more
Nachum welcomed Cantor Sherwood Goffin to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the Lincoln Square Synagogue and their upcoming Cantorial Concert. Nachum and Cantor Goffin spoke about the Holiday of Chanukah which begins tonight and how we have 8 days of special, joyous prayer coming up. Cantor Goffin reminded everyone that the siddur… Read more
Nachum welcomed Ding to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Uncle Moishy's upcoming Chanukah schedule and a whole lot more! Along with playing some great musical selections, Nachum and Ding emphasized the importance of being careful with fire on the Chanukah Holiday and they reminded everyone that HASC Concert tickets are going fast… Read more
This week Nachum Segal presented Elliot Weiselberg on a Wednesday morning 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… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Shlomo Riskin about the his Torah Lights series, focusing primarily on volume 1: "Bereshit Confronting Life, Love & Family." From the Koren website: For Rabbi Shlomo Riskin, Torah is at once the oldest and the most contemporary document directing human… Read more
Nachum welcomed Michelle Steinhart to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the inspirational story of her son Avi and the role that Camp HASC plays in the life of this exceptional young man's life. Avi recently had two bar mitzvah celebrations and that prompted Michelle to write an amazing article about Avi and… Read more
With Chanukah beginning this Wednesday night, those in our community who are in need will feel it even more while so many people celebrate and enjoy the Holiday. Nachum welcomed Liora Tedgi back to JM in the AM on behalf of the Ohr Meir & Bracha organization in Israel and their vital work with victims… Read more
Nachum welcomed Allison Josephs, Jew in the City back to JM in the AM to discuss a number of topics including this year's Jew in the City Top 10 Orthodox Jewish All Stars Awards Party. This year’s All Stars list included U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew, Nobel Laureate Robert Aumann, Sarah Hofstetter, Ari Pinchot, Na’ama… Read more
Nachum hosted Yitzchok Saftlas, President of Bottom Line Marketing Group to the studio during this morning's JM in the AM to debut the new CD entitled Acheinu which was created to benefit the great work of the Acheinu organization. Over the past two decades "Acheinu, the Kiruv arm of Dirshu, has brought thousands of Jewish… 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 Vayeshev and the upcoming observance of Chanukah, elaborating on the Torah portion and various laws & customs of the Holiday. 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 look at Israeli politics Isaac 'Bougie' Herzog being elected as Labor Party Chairman. They covered a… Read more
Everyone is invited to the Crystal Plaza in Livingston, NJ to help support the efforts of NJY Camps, including Camp Nesher at their Inaugural 2013 Fundraising Gala. Nachum hosted Gala Honoree Jeff Braverman on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the event, the honorees and the amazing NJY camps. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="7461"] Read more
Nachum broadcasted this morning's JM in the AM live at Torah Academy of Bergen County (TABC) in honor of their new building and Chanukat Habayit celebration. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="7439"] Read more
Nachum welcomed Rabbi Mordechai Kanelsky of Bris Avrohom and Rabbi Baruch Lepkivker, spiritual leader of Bris Avrohom in Jersey City, NJ to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the upcoming Bris Avrohom Chanukah celebrations. Rabbi Lepkivker spoke with Nachum and the audience about the growing Jewish population in Jersey City and Bris Avrohom's… Read more
The 44th Annual OHEL Gala is coming up on Sunday, November 24 and Nachum had the pleasure of hosting OHEL Co-Presidents Moishe Hellman and Mel Zachter, as well as David Mandel, OHEL's Chief Executive Officer on this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the event and OHEL's vital work. Nachum and guests talked about… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Judy Klitsner about her book "Subversive Sequels in the Bible - How Biblical Stories Mine and Undermine Each Other." From the Koren website: In Subversive Sequels in the Bible, master Bible teacher Judy Klitsner takes us on a thrilling voyage of… Read more
It was another great Live Music Alert! morning on JM in the AM as Nachum welcomed C Lanzbom and Noah Solomon of Soulfarm to the studio to celebrate the release of their new CD, "The Bridge" and to discuss their role in the Legendary Destinations Pesach Program that Nachum has been highlighting. Noah and C… Read more
Nachum welcomed Daniel Gordon, one of the Hosts of The Stunt Show here at The Nachum Segal Network to this morning's JM in the AM for a last minute preview of this week's stunt that is being performed and recorded tonight at the Levi Yitzchak Library (564 Central Avenue Cedarhurst, NY 11516, (516) 374-2665). This… Read more
Every Tuesday morning at 7:20 ET Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg 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… Read more
Nachum welcomed Alan Schonfeld and Rabbi Dr. Noam Weinberg, Principal of Judaic Studies at North Shore Hebrew Academy in Great Neck, New York to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the incredible Legendary Destinations Pesach program and the fundraising partnership that Legendary Destinations and WFMU/JM in the AM have joined in, to make… Read more
The Nachum Segal Network is gearing up for another exciting stunt! Nachum hosted Rebetzin Chani Wolowick & Lisa Hawk to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the Levi Yitzchak Library (564 Central Avenue Cedarhurst, NY 11516, (516) 374-2665) and their role in this week's Stunt Show. Everyone is invited to the library tomorrow… Read more
In anticipation of the 9th Annual NJ FIDF Tribute Dinner coming up this Saturday night, November 23, Nachum welcomed Sammy Bar-or & Seth Rosenberger to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the FIDF and this important fundraising event. "Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) was established in 1981 by a group of… 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 Vayishlach elaborating on Yaakov's journey back for the pachim kitanim (small vessels) and his ensuing battle with the angel. Rabbi Yudin… 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 look at Israel's involvement in the rescue & relief efforts in post-typhoon ravaged Philippines. Nachum and… Read more
In anticipation of the American Friends of Sderot 18TH Anniversary Gala Awards Dinner, Nachum Segal welcomed Rabbi Dov Fendel, Rosh HaYeshiva of the Sderot Hesder Yeshiva and newly elected Mayor of Sderot Alon Davidi, live via telephone from Israel to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss news from the streets of Sderot and… Read more
Nachum welcomed Marc Rosenberg, Director of Pre-Aliyah for Nefesh B'Nefesh (NBN) to JM in the AM this morning to discuss NBN and their upcoming "Think Israel" events. Think Israel is a conference for students & young professionals who are beginning their career path and are considering a future in the Jewish homeland. This Sunday, November… Read more
“And [Yaakov] took his two wives and his two maidservants and his eleven children” (B’reishis 32:23). Although Binyamin was not born yet, Yaakov already had twelve children, as Leah also had a daughter, Deena. Why does the Torah only refer to eleven children if there were twelve? Rashi, based on the Midrash (B’reishis Rabbah 76:9),… Read more
In this week’s Adorama sponsored Technology Today segment, Nachum Segal presented Ahron Schachter & Dr Steven Rudolph who discussed storage and backup of music, pictures, important files etc. This week Ahron and Dr. Rudolph took a critical look at great GoPro products and also discussed Twitter. Make sure to visit Adorama.com for amazing values and… Read more
Nachum hosted Rabbi Kenneth Brander, The David Mitzner Dean of Yeshiva University's Center for the Jewish Future live at JM in the AM this morning to discuss the latest YU news, the Stern College Open House and the Kollel Yom Rishon in memory of Rav Ovadiah Yosef zt"l. It was a comprehensive discussion about what… Read more
Nachum welcomed Dr Ronald Wachtel, founding Director of Kav L’Noar live via telephone from Jerusalem, Israel to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Kav L'Noar and their important upcoming event . "Kav L’Noar was founded in 2004 to meet the needs of English-speaking families facing challenges with their teenage children in Israel. Located… Read more
Nachum welcomed Charlie Harary, renowned lecturer and Host of The Book of Life (BOL) here at NSN (Thurs. 9-10am ET) to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss HASC 40, the latest episode of BOL, and his being part of the 91st Annual Agudah Convention. Charlie spoke about his time as a Counselor at… Read more
Nachum welcomed the incredible team that leads Legendary Destinations to this morning's JM in the AM for an exciting announcement: Nachum Segal will be broadcasting live from The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village in Florida over the coming Pesach Holiday! Nachum encourages everyone looking for a Passover program second to none to join… Read more
Moshe Orzech of Kosher Innovations is constantly hard at work, coming up with great Shabbat friendly products for the observant community. Nachum welcomed Moshe to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the wide array of products that Kosher Innovations has to offer today, and what they are working on for the future. [jwplayer… Read more
Nachum welcomed Rabbi Maury Kelman to this morning's JM in the AM, live via telephone, to discuss an exciting trip he will be leading on behalf of Ariel Tours to the Holy Land this February. Billed as "Israel - 3000 Year in Ten Days," Nachum and Rabbi Kelman discussed this unique journey to Israel that… Read more
On this edition of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbis Berger & Magence on the Koren Talmud Bavli: Yoma." From the Koren website: The Koren Talmud Bavli is a groundbreaking edition of the Talmud that will change forever the way students study, debate and experience this central text. The Koren… Read more
Nachum hosted Deborah Berman, Director of Social work at Yachad live in the studio during this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Hineinu, a historic collaboration between the disability and human rights professionals in the orthodox, reform, conservative and reconstructionist movements to create a Jewish community that is more inclusive of Jews with disabilities.… Read more
Nachum welcomed Fran Hirmes, National President of Emunah of America to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Emunah's great work and upcoming Circle of Life Benefit Dinner. This year's dinner will be taking place on Saturday night, November 16 at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel at 8:30pm. "Emunah is Israel’s largest… Read more
Every Tuesday morning at 7:20 ET Nachum Segal presents Elliot Weiselberg 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… 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 Vayeitzei elaborating on the verses regarding Yaakov's journey from Israel to the house of Lavan, and his well know dream of… 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 elections in NY/NJ and with a discussion about members of the… Read more
“And Yaakov took moist stick[s] of cedar, and of almond and of plane and he peeled them [making] white peelings” (B’reishis 30:37). Although there are different translations given for the types of trees Yaakov used, the bottom line is that he peeled away parts of the bark so that the branches were now multi-colored,… Read more
In this week’s Adorama sponsored Technology Today segment, Nachum Segal presented Ahron Schachter & Dr Steven Rudolph who discussed storage and backup of music, pictures, important files etc. This week Ahron and Dr. Rudolph were joined by Howard from Crucial to explore different methods and apparatus available to the consumer to suit their storage and… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of welcoming Rabbi Menachem Genack, CEO of the Kashrus Division of the Orthodox Union (OU) and Arnie Lustiger, Editor of the new Chumash Mesorat HaRav to this morning's JM in the AM for a lengthy discussion about this brilliant work. "Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, the “Rav,” was the towering rabbinic thinker… Read more
With the Chai Lifeline Annual Fundraising Auction coming up this Motzei Shabbos, Saturday night, November 9, Nachum welcomed Larry Spiewak, Chai Lifeline Chairman of the Board to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Chai Lifeline and to promote the event. "Since 1987, Chai Lifeline's mission has been to restore the light of childhood… Read more
Nachum welcomed Uri Westrich, Director of the amazing Maccabeats videos that have been viewed millions of times, to this morning's JM in the AM for a formal discussion about the latest Maccabeats song/video entitled "Cups (D'ror Yikra)." Nachum and Uri discussed how the project came together and how it fits into the Westrich-Maccabeats collaborative body… Read more
The 44th Annual OHEL Gala is only a few weeks away, so make your reservations now! Nachum Segal hosted the Gala's Corporate Guests of Honor Roni Shoyfer, Vice President and Market Manager for Brooklyn for Investors Bank & Jonathan Grunfeld, Assistant Vice President and Avenue M Branch Manager at Investors Bank on behalf of OHEL… Read more
On this episode of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Dr. JJ Schachter about the book "Derashot Ledorot: Exodus - A Commentary for the Ages." From the Koren website: Derashot Ledorot: Exodus, A Commentary for the Ages is a selection of essays on the book of Exodus based on… Read more
Nachum welcomed Yossi Baumol, Director at American Friends of Sderot (AFS) back to JM in the AM to discuss Sderot and the AFS 18TH Anniversary Gala Awards Dinner coming up on Monday Evening, Nov. 18th, 2013 at the N.Y. Marriott Marquis (Times Square - Broadway and 45th Street). The evening's Keynote Address will be delivered… Read more
Every Tuesday morning at 7:20 ET Nachum Segal will present Elliot Weiselberg 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… Read more
Nachum interviewed NYC Councilman David Greenfield (D, 44th District) on this morning's JM in the AM about his continuing service for New Yorkers and tomorrow's election. Councilman Greenfield is up for re-election tomorrow and encourages everyone, no matter who their candidate is to get to the polls and vote. It is important to not take… Read more
Nachum hosted Rabbi Josh Pruzansky, Regional Director of the OU Advocacy Center live in the studio during this morning's JM in the AM to discuss election day and the importance of voting. Everyone is encouraged to get to the polls tomorrow, November 5 and vote. It is vital that elected officials see that the Jewish… Read more
Nachum welcomed Yitzchok Saftlas, founder and President of Bottom Line Marketing Group to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Dirshu's second annual Shabbos Chizuk L’lomdei Torah, taking place this Shabbos, Parshas Vayeitzei, November 8–10. The Shabbos will bring Dirshu participants from across the United States and Canada to the DoubleTree Hotel and Convention… Read more
With elections throughout New York and New Jersey tomorrow, November 5, Nachum spent a significant amount of time discussing the elections with guests on this morning's JM in the AM. One of Nachum's guests was Ira Geiger, Republican Candidate for Freeholder in Union County, New Jersey. Nachum and Ira spoke about the election and the… 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 Toldos elaborating on the concept of divine providence which is demonstrated frequently throughout the parsha. Rabbi Yudin emphasized the importance of… 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 by emphasizing the importance of voting in this week's elections in New York & New Jersey. It is… Read more
The NYC Marathon will be taking place this Sunday, November 3 and that means that the 30th Annual Minyan For N.Y.C. Marathoners will be taking place on Sunday morning at Fort Wadsworth, the marathon staging area on Staten Island. Nachum welcomed Peter Berkowsky to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the storied past… Read more
“And the men of the area asked his wife (or about his wife), and he said, ‘she is my sister” (B’reishis 26:7). Just as Avraham had told the Egyptians, and then the people of G’rar, that his wife Sara was his sister (12:13 and 20:2), Yitzchok told the people of G’rar that his wife Rivka… Read more
In this week’s Adorama sponsored Technology Today segment, Nachum Segal presented Ahron Schachter & Dr Steven Rudolph who discussed advancements in TV technology, an example of which is the Samsung UN55F7100 55" 1080p 3D LED TV, Smart TV 2.0 with S-Recommendation, Micro Dimming, Clear Motion Rate 720, Wi-Fi Built-in, 4 HDMI, 3 USB. Ahron and… Read more
Nachum had the pleasure of hosting Rabbi Dr. Meir Soloveichik live at JM in the AM this morning to discuss a number of timely issues including the upcoming Zahava and Moshael Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought presentation, a conversation with United States Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and renowned attorney and Yeshiva College… Read more
Leading up to the January 12 HASC Concert, celebrating 40 years of Camp HASC with the biggest names in the Jewish music world, Nachum welcomed Dena and Moshe Kinderlehrer to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss their involvement with Camp HASC and the upcoming Time for Music XXVII event. Nachum and the Kinderlehrers… Read more
Major New York City elections are coming up and Nachum Segal reminds everyone to exercise their democratic privilege and vote in next weeks elections. Nachum welcomed Ken Thompson, Candidate for Brooklyn Distrcit Attorney on this Morning's JM in the AM to discuss the issues and next week's election. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="6979"] Read more
Excitement was in the air this morning as Nachum Segal welcomed the legendary Avraham Fried to this morning's JM in the AM. The main focus of this morning's visit was Avremel's latest album entitled "Ah Mechayeh!," which they discussed and played several tracks from. Nachum opened the phone lines so the listeners could join the… Read more
Nachum Segal was live at Kosherfest today for a special Tuesday Live Lunch broadcast. In honor of Abeles & Heymann's (A&H) 60th Anniversary of providing top quality meats to the kosher market, Nachum broadcasted live from their booth at this year's Kosherfest. Nachum spoke with a number of special guests and tried some great A&H… Read more
On this episode of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi Levi Cooper about the book "Relics for the Present - Contemporary Reflections on the Talmud." From the Koren website: Relics for the Present is a collection of thought-provoking mini-essays that explore the parameters and depths of prayer. Using Tractate… Read more
Super Storm Sandy, a year later and so many people are still in recovery from that tragic natural disaster, unable to get their lives back on track. Nachum Segal broadcasted live from the headquarters of Achiezer in Cedarhurst, NY this morning, taking a look at how this organization is still playing a vital role in… Read more
Nachum welcomed Sam Levy to this morning's JM in the AM to feature his exciting new healthy snack-food company called "Snackette." Nachum and Sam discussed how the company came about and how it has evolved over the last two years. Sam brought several samples for Nachum to try and testify over the air that 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 Torah portion of the week. This week Rabbi Yudin discussed parshas Chayei Sarah elaborating on the importance of chessed (kindness) as demonstrated among our forefathers. Rabbi Yudin emphasized that the person who… 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 by emphasizing the importance of instilling in our children knowledge of our history, and a sense of communal… Read more
Nachum welcomed Ruth Lichtenstien, Publisher of Hamodia and Founder of Project Witness, as well as Chananya Kramer, CEO Kol Rom Multimedia to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Project Witness and this Monday's (10/28) multimedia event entitled "Hashomer Achi Anochi? (Am I My Brother's Keeper), Where Were We? America and the Holocaust." Everyone… Read more
Nachum Segal welcomed Rabbi Dan Rosenstein, Executive Director of the Hebron Fund to this morning's JM in the AM for a last minute conversation regarding Shabbat Chayei Sarah in the Holy City of Hebron. It was a bittersweet interview for Nachum and many of the listeners who are wishing to be among the thousands of… Read more
“And [Avraham] spoke to the Hittites, saying: ‘I am a stranger and a dweller with you” (B’reishis 23:3-4). In order to explain how Avraham could claim to be both a “stranger” and a “dweller” if the former connotes someone who is not currently where he lives while the latter refers to someone who is,… Read more
In this week’s Adorama sponsored Technology Today segment, Nachum Segal presented Ahron Schachter & Dr Steven Rudolph to discuss the Asus Transformer Book T100TA-C1-GR. Ahron and Dr. Steven also talked about major announcements from both Apple and Microsoft concerning their various products. [jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="6821"] Read more
Nachum welcomed New York City Mayoral, Republican Candidate Mr. Joe Lhota to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss a number of topics and to help the listeners get a better picture of where he stands on the issues concerning voters today. Nachum and Mr. Lhota discussed public safety, the universal need for better… Read more
Nachum welcomed Alexander Rapaport, Executive Director of the Masbia Soup Kitchen Network & Seth Leavitt, President of Abeles & Heymann Kosher (A&H) to this morning's JM in the AM to put the spotlight on the incredible food and chessed of Abeles & Heymann Kosher. Founded in 1954 by Oscar Abeles & Leopold Heymann, Abeles &… Read more
In support of the vital work of Our Place, Nachum welcomed Jewish music superstar LIPA Schmeltzer , Shimon Lefkowitz & Tzvi Gluck to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Our Place and the upcoming 5K run with LIPA to help support this important organization. "Founded in 1998, Our Place employs a multi-faceted approach… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="6773"] Nachum welcomed Fred Schulman, Suzy & Eli Liben & Robert Katz to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the incredible foster care work of OHEL and the 44th Annual OHEL Gala Dinner. "The Milton and Molly Schulman OHEL Foster Care Program is a contract agency with the New York… Read more
On this episode of By the Book, sponsored by Koren Publishers, Nachum Segal interviewed Rabbi David Brofsky about the book "Hilkhot Mo'adim - Understanding the Laws of the Festivals." From the Koren website: The dynamic Jewish calendar provides constant religious challenges and spiritual opportunities. It allows us to focus on the birth of our… Read more
Nachum Segal welcomed Rabbi Mordechai Kanelsky to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss Bris Avrohom and to preview of this year's Bris Avrohom Annual Dinner and Gala Wedding Celebration. "Founded by the Lubavitcher Rebbe in 1979, Bris Avrohom was established to help the Russian Jewish immigrants who were settling in the metropolitan area.… Read more
[jwplayer config="Mini Player" mediaid="6745"] Nachum welcomed Brooklyn District Attorney Charles "Joe" Hynes to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss his bid for re-election on the Republican and Conservative lines on November 5th. Nachum and DA Hynes discussed a number of reasons that DA Hynes feels he is the best man for the job,… Read more
Nachum welcomed Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, former Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom to this morning's JM in the AM for a conversation focused on Rabbi Sacks' book "The Great Partnership: Science, Religion, and the Search for Meaning." In this fascinating look at the interdependence of religion and science, Rabbi Sacks explains how science teaches us… Read more
Nachum welcomed Daniel Gordon, Deputy Chief of Staff for the Office of the President at Yeshiva University (YU) and one of the hosts of The Stunt Show here at The Nachum Segal Network to this morning's JM in the AM to highlight an important discussion taking place at YU tomorrow night, Tuesday, October 22 entitled… Read more
In honor of Parashat Chayei Sarah, Nachum Segal welcomed Amy Koplow, Executive Director of The Hebrew Free Burial Association to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss their work and current fundraising efforts. "The Hebrew Free Burial Association (HFBA) devotes its resources to performing chesed shel emet (the ultimate act of loving kindness- for… 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 Vayera elaborating on a challenging Rashi that tells us why Lot was saved from the destruction of Sodom. Rabbi Yudin explained… 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 recap of this week's Conference of Presidents' Gala including the surprise appearance by President George… Read more
Nachum welcomed Batya Jacob, Director of Educational Support Services at Yachad (The National Jewish Council for Disabilities) to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss the November 5th National Special Education Conference/ NJ Statewide Professional Development Conference 2013. Entitled “Blended Learning: Towards New Frontiers” the conference will be taking place at Yeshivat Noam in… Read more
“And Sara was listening at the entrance of the tent, and he was behind him” (B’reishis 18:10). The meaning of the last two words in this verse, which I translated as “and he was behind him,” is unclear. Who was behind who? ArtScroll, following Rashi, translates it as “which was behind him,” i.e. the entrance… Read more
