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TORAH TIME | EP2 | Cain & Abel

Greg marches straight out of Eden and into humanity’s first family meltdown. In this chapter of Show & Teller: Torah Time, he reads the story of Cain and Abel, digs into jealousy, ego, bad offerings, divine side-eye, and the world’s earliest case of sibling rivalry turning… well, biblical.
It’s a short chapter with an outsized shadow, raising questions about justice, responsibility, and what it actually means to be “your brother’s keeper.” Greg reads, reacts, and tries not to lose faith in people five minutes after they’re invented.
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Season 3 Ep. 4 | Breaking the Silence – Elan Javanfard on Jewish Mental Health & Crisis Work

In Episode 4 of Show & Teller Season 3, Rabbi Mordechai Teller speaks with Rabbi Elan Javanfard, a leading voice in Jewish mental health and crisis intervention. Elan works on the front lines with individuals facing severe depression, self-harm, and emotional emergencies, and he brings a rare combination of clinical insight and deep compassion.
This conversation addresses the stigma around mental health in the Jewish community, why so many struggle in silence, and how we can build a culture where asking for help is seen as strength, not shame. Elan’s work is difficult, necessary, and profoundly human. His perspective is a reminder that no one has to walk through darkness alone.
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Season 3 Ep. 3 | Ariel Berkowitz on Finding God After Tragedy - Dying, Returning & Believing

In Episode 3 of Show & Teller Season 3, Rabbi Mordechai Teller sits down with Ariel Berkowitz, whose life changed forever after a devastating train accident that cost him both legs, and led him to a miraculous encounter with faith.
Ariel shares his near-death experience, describing the out-of-body moment when doctors pronounced him gone, and the instant he returned, just as his grandmother finished her prayer. What followed was not just survival, but transformation: a journey from disbelief to deep connection with God. This conversation is raw, powerful, and full of gratitude. A story about finding purpose in the unthinkable and strength in the divine.
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TORAH TIME | EP 1 | In The Beginning

Welcome to Show & Teller: Torah Time
A new mini-series under the Show & Teller umbrella where Greg Berman reads through the Torah, 15–20 minutes at a time, offering honest reflections, questions, and modern commentary along the way.
In this first episode, Greg introduces the series and begins Bereshit (Genesis) from “In the beginning” through the story of Creation, Adam and Eve, and that famous moment when “they were naked and ashamed.” This isn’t a sermon. It’s part spiritual study, part existential comedy, and part storytelling experiment. Greg focuses on exploring what these ancient words mean in a world that keeps reinventing itself.
✨ Topics in this episode:
The poetry and structure of Creation
The human impulse toward knowledge and shame
Why Genesis might be the most misunderstood story ever told
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Season 3 Ep. 2 | Daniel Lobell on Comedy, Judaism, & Everything In Between

In Episode 2 of Show & Teller Season 3, Rabbi Mordechai Teller sits down with comedian and podcast host Daniel Lobell for an honest, funny, and refreshingly lighthearted conversation.
Daniel shares his personal journey through Judaism and stand-up, exploring how comedy and faith intersect, and how laughter has guided him through both personal growth and spiritual discovery.
This episode is a welcome break from the heavy headlines, full of good laughs, candid reflections, and the kind of warmth that reminds you why humor matters.
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Season 3 Ep. 1 | Shabbos Kestenbaum on Taking on Harvard & Fighting Antisemitism

In the Season 3 premiere of Show & Teller, Rabbi Teller sits down with Shabbos Kestenbaum, the Harvard student who took on one of the world’s most powerful institutions after October 7.
Shabbos opens up about his journey from campus life to national activism, his lawsuit against Harvard over antisemitic harassment, and how the events of October 7 reshaped his ideals and sense of Jewish identity and politics.
This conversation dives into the tension between free speech and hate, the loneliness of standing up for your community, and what it means to live with conviction in a divided world.
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Season 2 Ep. 10 | Love, Wisdom & the Pitfalls of Dating – Kevin Nahai (Season Finale)

Why do so many relationships fall apart—and what can we do differently?
For the Season 2 Finale of Show & Teller, Rabbi Teller sits down with Kevin Nahai, a respected life and relationship coach and host of the Nobody Listens to Kevin podcast. Together, they dive deep into the most common pitfalls of dating and relationships, unpacking the patterns, mistakes, and limiting beliefs that hold people back from finding lasting love.
With Kevin’s coaching expertise and Rabbi Teller’s spiritual perspective, this conversation is filled with powerful insights that can truly shift the way you approach love, connection, and self-worth.
It’s the perfect way to close out Season 2, with wisdom that could change the game for anyone searching for clarity in dating or strength in relationships.
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Season 2 Ep. 9 | Soul Care at Life’s End – Rabbi Dr. Jason Weiner on Judaism, Medicine, & AI

What does it mean to care for the soul at the end of life?
In this eye-opening episode, Rabbi Teller sits down with Rabbi Dr. Jason Weiner, BCC — Senior Rabbi and Director of the Spiritual Care Department at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Rabbi Weiner shares his unique perspective on the sacred, complex work of guiding patients and families through life’s most difficult moments.
Together, they explore the Jewish approach to end-of-life spiritual care, the ethical challenges it presents, and even some astonishing new advancements in AI and technology being used in decision-making at the bedside.
It’s a rare and fascinating conversation that sheds light on an area of Judaism we rarely hear about — the meeting point of tradition, medicine, technology, and the human soul.
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Season 2 Ep. 8 | Finding Common Ground – Charlotte Korchak on Unity Amidst Conflict

How do we move past division and find common ground?
In this powerful episode, Rabbi Teller sits down with Charlotte Korchak, an internationally recognized Jewish educator and passionate advocate for unity between Israel and the rest of the world. Together, they explore the complexities of the conflict in Israel with nuance, empathy, and a deep desire to de-radicalize tension.
Charlotte shares her vision for a future built on dialogue rather than division, and how education, understanding, and human connection can begin to heal even the deepest rifts.
This is a conversation filled with both clarity and hope—one that reminds us that peace begins with the courage to listen.
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Season 2 Ep. 7 | Kitchen Dreams to Kosher Fame – Lenny’s Story of Grit & Gratitude

What happens when you refuse to let go of your dream, no matter how long it takes?
In this flavorful episode, Rabbi Teller sits down with Lenny, the heart and soul behind Lenny’s Casita, one of the most beloved kosher Mexican restaurants in Los Angeles (and maybe the world). Lenny shares the story of his journey from aspiring chef to culinary powerhouse, holding onto his passion through every setback, and never giving up on the dream.
Now, with a restaurant that’s become a cultural staple and a community hub, Lenny reflects with humility, humor, and deep gratitude for the wild ride that got him here.
🌮 Come for the tacos, stay for the inspiration.
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