Meet Me At The Tzomet (the Intersection) Jcast Network

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about Yom Kippur and the promises that we wish we had made in the year that has passed. Instead of just thinking about what commitments you want to be freed from, what commitments do you want to make in the […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the end of the information era. In the amidah, there is a statement about Widom, insight and knowledge. What are the differences?  What are the areas in which you have knowledge? How about wisdom? Please let us know your […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the “baggage” that we could let go of. During Rosh Hashanah there is a tradition of tashlich in which Jews bring bread to the river to throw away their sins.  What kind of tashlich would you like to get rid […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about influence. We all use influence all of the time. In our work, in our families, in our relationships, we are often trying to influence those around us. In the Talmud they say that we each have an area of […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about Social Media, and the ways in which we can use it in meaningful ways.  In biblical times, there were many things that could only be done in public settings, the “social network” of the day.  How are you using […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about self-reflection as we approach the Jewish New Year. People have been struggling with the question of self-determination and free-will in our lives throughout history. We generally assume that we have free-will which is both empowering, but also puts a […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about magical thinking. Magical thining refers to irrational beliefs that lead us to believe that the universe (or God) gives us signs on what we are supposed to do. What are the big truths that guide your life? How many […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the many relationships that we have. Some relationships are long-lasting, and others do not. He asks the question of how we let relationships go. There is an ancient text that instructs us to separate ourselves from those who are […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about his memories of the documentary on Woodstock, and the farmer Max Yasgur on whose farm the concert took place. He talks about the important role that farming plays in Jewish tradition.  How do you get in touch with nature? […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about martyrdom. He talks about the fact that we live in a time, when we don’t really need to be phycial or emotional martyrs. Have their been times in your life when you have felt that you needed to be […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity asks the question “what would you do if you had a month?” There was a time when people did get to take time to recharge their batteries, to try something new, and to study, but those days are hard to find […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the complexity of relationships, and creating space for other people. Accoriding to Kaballah, in the beginning, God was everything, and everything was God. During creation, God had to create room for “the other”. Like this, when we get into […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the “Shared Leadership Model.” In exploring this topic, Rabbi Samlan looks at Moses and the Jewish people while they were in the desert, and how Moses welcomes others to share in his leadership. What are the challenges you have […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity reports in from the BBYO Kallah. He invites two students to talk about making change, and starting by looking at yourself, because if we al change ourselves, it would be a great first step. Go take a look in a mirror, […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity hands the mic over to campers at the BBYO Kallah. They talk about the things that they can do to Michayai HaMaytim, “Revive The Dead”. How do you revive parts of yourself? Please let us know on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the difference between heroes and role models. He discusses the differences between the two, and looks at the flawed heroes/role models in Jewish texts. Who are your heroes and role models? What are the things about them that you […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the word “innovation.” Arnie asks whether instead of focusing on Innovation, we should think about “sanctification.” What do you think? Please let us know on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the way we dress, and the ways that what we wear says things about us. What do you think the way you dress says about you? Please let us know on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the numbers that recently came out that indicate that a growing number of Jews define themselves as “Other”. How do you define yourself and your connection to Judaism? Please let us know on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the […]

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the difficult times in which we live, and the ways in which we all respond to these troublling times. His main question is “What’s The Worst That Could Happen?” He then explores Joeb, for whom the worst cast cenario […]