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Juliet Elkind-Cruz
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As a rabbi, I like keeping things real, whether about my life, or about Torah. And I do it all with a good helping of irreverence. I try to be both short and sweet, starting with my own life, my struggles, and those of the world today, and connecting to lessons I can take from Torah. My goal is to bring you the meaning I find with a new and relevant perspective as I discover it for myself, leaving you with a blessing or a prayer for the week each time.

  1. MAR 4

    Pivoting, Fun in War...? (and Ki Tissa)

    There's a new war. There are false gods. Oh, and Purim too. It's not a pretty story. What's the lesson we need to derive from it all? Is BEING Jewish more important than Jewish PRACTICE?

    15 min

  2. MAR 4

    Rebels, Rule-Haters & Breakers

    About a funeral and breaking all the rules, which I love. But the rules are for something, too. How do we know when they should be preserved?

    13 min

  3. MAR 4

    Cracks and Leaks

    A continuation of my thoughts on my trip to Israel...and what I was seeking

    18 min

  4. JAN 6

    I Can't Believe I Went (and the Joseph Story)

    A few weeks ago, I up and went to Israel. It was mostly to support my daughter, but what I got was so much more. Thanks for listening!

    14 min

  5. 09/04/2025

    Multivalence & Double Exposure (Ki Tetzei)

    I just sent my daughter off to Israel with all its multiple, conflicting feelings. This week's Torah portion commands us explicitly not to hate the Egyptians. Where is the connection? Listen. You'll find out.

    12 min

  6. 08/28/2025

    Judging, Returning, Repairing (Shoftim)

    The truth is, there's really no such thing as a neutral "choice." Everything has an impact. Also, in a society driven by profit, there are very few real "choices" in the end. If we are to change the world, judgment, or examination, is necessary. If we want to change ourselves, the same is true. During this season of change on the Jewish calendar, it's time to examine our actions. And know that even small changes can have a huge impact.

    16 min

  7. 08/20/2025

    Re'eh & Completely Unprepared

    How do we prepare spiritually for this time of year--and for a world that feels like it's falling apart? I have a few answers, if you want to hear...And would love to hear your stories in response!

    15 min

  8. 08/13/2025

    Pockets of Light Among the Ashes (Eikev)

    In this episode, I take you on a journey up a mountain to scatter some ashes. It turns out to be a twisted, winding journey, like that of the Israelites through forty years of wandering in the desert. But the ultimate destination is more beautiful than I could have imagined.

    10 min
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As a rabbi, I like keeping things real, whether about my life, or about Torah. And I do it all with a good helping of irreverence. I try to be both short and sweet, starting with my own life, my struggles, and those of the world today, and connecting to lessons I can take from Torah. My goal is to bring you the meaning I find with a new and relevant perspective as I discover it for myself, leaving you with a blessing or a prayer for the week each time.

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  • Creator
    Juliet Elkind-Cruz
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    176
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Juliet Elkind-Cruz