Center of Gravity

Rabbi Yanoff Visits Camp Ramah in the Poconos

From childhood memories to lifelong friendships to creating a foundation for future generations, this episode of Center of Gravity reveals the powerful role of Camp Ramah

"6-7": What Can We Learn from the Next Generation

It's "6-7" weekend and in this edition of "Center of Gravity," Rabbi Eric Yanoff explores the significance of seemingly meaningless cultural references, like the recent "

Mental Health Awareness Month

With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode of “Center of Gravity” explores the role of mental health support within the synagogue community. Rabbi Eric Ya

Mascots & Meaning

March Madness meets Mascot Madness! In this episode of "Center of Gravity," Rabbi Eric Yanoff looks back at his time as the Princeton Tiger mascot. He then reflects on wh

Purim 2026: The Power of Humor

This episode of "Center of Gravity" explores the profound role of humor in Jewish life, especially around Purim, highlighting how laughter serves as a tool for connection

High Holidays Sermon Rewind: Navigating a Narrow Bridge

The 2025 High Holidays feel like a long time ago, but we still have more to say about our sermons. We recorded this episode of "Center of Gravity" shortly after the High

High Holidays Sermon Rewind: KPop Demon Hunters & Facing Vulnerability

The 2025 High Holidays feel like a long time ago, but we still have more to say about our sermons. We recorded this episode of "Center of Gravity" shortly after the High

Get to Know Rabbi Eric Yanoff

Rabbi Eric Yanoff of Adath Israel shares his path to the rabbinate, from growing up outside Philadelphia to Camp Ramah, Princeton, and a near-detour into medicine. Along

What is "Center of Gravity"?

A new podcast from Rabbi Eric Yanoff of Adath Israel on the Main Line for people tired of extremes. Center of Gravity makes the case for a principled center and why it ma