Leonard Cohen: Popular Problems
My Oh My, sings the prophet/poet Leonard Cohen on his just released new album, Popular Problems. Simply put: this is … Continue Reading
Inspiring People
A Police Officer, a Homeless Black Man and an NBA Star: A Story of Character
Obviously, there are serious tensions and real problems between the police and the black community across the country. Every black … Continue Reading
In Memory of Leibel
My teacher, colleague, and friend – Leonard “Leibel” Fein – died this past Thursday at the age of 80. Leibel … Continue Reading
Lifesaving Words Sent ‘From Auschwitz with Love’
Imagine writing love letters from Auschwitz. That’s exactly what Welsh soldier Ron Jones did. Captured in 1942 by the Nazis … Continue Reading
The Transformation of Russell Brand
Do you believe people can change? What does it take to change and what would convince you someone has changed? … Continue Reading
Inside the Lives of Single Mom Rabbis
I just watched a documentary – called All of the Above: Single, Clergy, Mother – that touched my heart, mind, … Continue Reading
How We Choose Our Heroes
Some say that we live in an age without heroes. Do you think that is true? Well, even if it … Continue Reading
Gratitude for a Life Well Lived
Yesterday, I buried a friend and teacher of many years. She was older, but hardly “old,” at least not from … Continue Reading
How the Big Bang Brought Big Joy
Imagine how you would feel if years of curiosity, perseverance, creativity, love of learning, and faith were rewarded with confirmation … Continue Reading
In Praise of ‘Into The Woods’ Composer Stephen Sondheim
Earlier this year, Frank Rich wrote an insightful and heartfelt piece in New York Magazine on the extraordinary American composer … Continue Reading