“A 45-minute police chase. The possibility of decades behind bars. And a question that changed his life: ‘Why do I feel so empty?’

Today on What Is a Jew?, meet Eliyokim, author of Cocaine to Amen. He shares his journey toward Torah observance—and why being Jewish has always been his greatest joy.

Now, something as simple as a grocery trip with his son becomes an opportunity to challenge prejudice through kindness.

What does he want the world to see? In his words: ‘Torah in motion.’

I’m Debra Cohen. Join us for a conversation about Jewish pride, spiritual transformation, and bringing a little more light into the world.”

The story of a Levite who is a recovery advocate and author of novels growing up in a Jewish neighborhood in Long Island.

Learn about the Jewish people and discover interesting things about each person who shares their story with you.

Be a GUEST on this podcast if you're Jewish!

Are you a Jew and would like to tell the world what a Jew is? Educate the world with your identity to help break down barriers and stomp out hatred. If you're a celebrity and want to conceal your identity? Cool: audio only. Or, if you're a Jew and don't want to reveal your real name? No problem. Contact Debra for an interview if you're available Sundays at 11:30am ET: info@debracohenmusic.com

Have you ever wondered, “What is a Jew?”

I began asking that question in 1999, when I discovered that Jesus was Jewish. My search for answers continued for decades and eventually led me to Judaism.

Today, with antisemitism and hatred of Jews so visible, I believe this question matters more than ever. Jews come from many backgrounds and have many different beliefs, experiences, and ways of living. No one person can speak for all Jews.

Judging Jews as a group is stereotyping. It replaces real people with assumptions, and it is wrong. I hope you’ll join me in asking questions, listening to one another, and getting to know the people behind the label.

Is your observance (if any) dry? religious? a duty rather than a desire? Light up your soul with teachings by Rabbi Alon Anava!

A fascinating study about human beings who are a soul inside the physical body. Article written by Rabbi Yinon Kalazan from TorahAnytime.com

Here is an excellent website source for daily prayers in English as we prepare our hearts (teshuvah).