Common Faith

Rachel Goldberg-Polin on Grief, the High Holidays, and the Power of “Yet”

The Jewish High Holidays are built around memory, renewal, and the passage of time. But what happens when time itself has broken? As Rosh Hashanah approaches, Rabbi Ellio

Is College Football a Religion? Paul Finebaum on Faith, Football & the South

College football has its sacred places, rituals, traditions, rivalries—and some very devoted believers. So when does fandom begin to look a little like faith? Rabbi Elli

Back to School Special: Jewish Life on Campus - The Hillel Story

What does it mean to be Jewish on a college campus right now? The headlines often tell a story of antisemitism, protests, polarization, and fear. Those realities matter—b

Legacy on the Line: Wealth, Values, and What We Pass On

What does it really mean to leave a legacy? Money may be one of the most difficult subjects for families to discuss, but what if conversations about wealth are really co

Shift: Ethan Kross on Managing Emotions in a Complex World

Why do some emotions motivate us while others overwhelm us? Is anxiety always a problem, or can it actually help us prepare and perform? And what can Jewish tradition tea

Hollywood R.I.P.? David Mikics on Movies, Culture, and Jewish Identity

What makes a movie Jewish? Is it the creator, the characters, the themes—or something deeper? In this episode of Common Faith, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel expl

The Wanderers: Uncovering Hidden Histories of Jewish Survival

When Daniela Gerson and Talia Inlander met at a Los Angeles picnic, neither expected to uncover a remarkable connection: their families came from the same Polish town and

The Digital Dilemma: Judaism's Opportunities and Risks in an Age of AI

Technology is reshaping every aspect of modern life, from how we study and worship to how we connect with one another. But as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly

Maccabi USA: Uniting Jewish Athletes Worldwide

For nearly a century, the Maccabi Games have brought Jewish athletes from around the world together to compete, connect, and celebrate their shared heritage. Often called

America at 250: The Jewish Contribution to America's Independence

America's 250th birthday offers a chance to reflect on the ideals that shaped the nation—and the role Jews have played in its story from the very beginning. In this spec

Knowledge Is Power: Understanding Breast Health and Genetic Testing with Dr. Elisa Port

What do we owe ourselves when it comes to preventative healthcare? And how much do we really want to know about our future health risks? This week on Common Faith, Rabbi

A Culinary Celebration of Jewish Culture with The Great Nosh & Joan Nathan

What can a bowl of chicken soup, a family challah recipe, or a plate of brisket tell us about who we are? This week on Common Faith, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Franke

The World Cup and the American Exception: Soccer, Identity, and Belonging

Why is soccer the world's game—but still not America's? As North America prepares to host the largest World Cup in history, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel tackle

Hidden in Plain Sight: Susan Orlean and the Art of Storytelling

Why do some stories stay with us forever? This week on Common Faith, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel sit down with bestselling author and legendary New Yorker writ

Inside the Haredi Community: Education, Identity, and Israel’s Future

It’s easy to criticize—but much harder to build. In this episode of Common Faith, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel begin with a challenge: what if the real problem

Exploring Shavuot: Reimagining Jewish Education with David Bryfman

What does it mean to receive the Torah in the modern world? This week on Common Faith, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel explore the meaning of Shavuot—the holiday c

Beyond Borders: Water, Power & Peace in the Middle East with Gidon Bromberg

In a world where borders divide and conflict dominates headlines, what if the most powerful path to peace isn’t political—but environmental? This week on Common Faith, R

The Battle Beyond the Battlefield: Israel, Narrative & Power with Benjamin Anthony

This week on Common Faith, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel sit down with Benjamin Anthony to unpack the complexities of the current Middle East conflict and its rip

The Devil Wears Prada 2 with David Frankel & B.J. Novak

In this episode of Common Faith, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel are joined by director David Frankel and actor-writer B.J. Novak for a conversation about storytell

From Questions to Convictions: Judea Pearl on Zionophobia and Coexistence

This week on Common Faith, hosts Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Jon Frankel begin with a candid and personal conversation about the nature of Jewish inquiry. Why is Judaism ro