✨ Ready for a conversation that will move your soul? ✨🎙️

On this powerful episode of *The Rest is Commentary*, Shep Rosenman sits down with his brother - legendary film and TV producer Zvi Howard Rosenman - for a raw, unfiltered journey through the music, memories, and mysteries that shape our lives.

💔 From the wild highs of creativity to the depths of loss, Shep and Zvi reveal how music becomes a lifeline-connecting us, healing us, and helping us find meaning in the chaos. They open up about family, identity, and the courage to be authentic, all while honoring the enduring legacy of Ivan Wolkind, Shep’s dear friend and chosen family, who died on May 10, 2024, may his memory be a blessing.

🎶 Discover the story behind “Knitted Together,” a song inspired by Ivan and Psalm 18, and hear how the brothers channel joy, grief, and the search for the divine into every note.

🔥 If you’ve ever wondered how art can transform pain into beauty - or how the bonds of brotherhood can light up even the darkest moments - this episode is for you.

Tap in for a conversation that’s honest, uplifting, and unforgettable. Hit play and let’s get inspired together!

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What happens when a klezmer/classical/punk violinist, Torah teacher, and poet walks into a podcast? Pure magic.

Join Shep Rosenman for a soul-stirring conversation with the incomparable *Alicia Jo Rabins*—musician, writer, and spiritual adventurer—whose work weaves together Jewish mysticism, feminist insight, and raw creative fire.

In this electrifying episode of The Rest is Commentary, Alicia opens up about her groundbreaking project *Girls in Trouble*, the spiritual power of songwriting, and how she channels ancient texts into deeply personal relevant art. Whether she’s teaching Torah or shredding on the violin, Alicia is always asking: how do ritual, music, and story help us touch the divine?

Come for the klezmer, stay for the cosmic questions. This one’s for anyone who’s ever wondered how ancient prayers and punk rock might be part of the same song.

Discover an inspiring episode of The Rest is Commentary as host Shep Rosenman welcomes Rav Hanan Schlesinger, an Orthodox rabbi with a unique perspective. Get ready for an enlightening journey through the complexities of Israeli-Palestinian relations and the power of grassroots initiatives.

Rav Hanan, co-founder of Roots-Shorashim-Judur, shares his compelling personal transformation from a West Bank settler to an advocate for mutual understanding. His story challenges us to reconsider our own perspectives and embrace the humanity in those we may see as 'other.'

This thought-provoking conversation explores:

- The delicate balance between loyalty and justice - How empathy can break down barriers - The potential of grassroots movements to create change in challenging political landscapes

Adding a touch of musical inspiration, Shep and Liz Hanellin's song "It's Late at the Bar," inspired by Psalm 30, weaves throughout the dialogue, connecting spirituality with the themes of reconciliation.

Join us for this engaging exploration of identity, values, and the pursuit of peace in one of the world's most complex regions. This episode promises to challenge your thinking and inspire hope for positive change.