The Rabbi Podcast with Rabbi Phil Cohen
Discover the heart and soul of Israel's rabbinate with Rabbi, hosted by Rabbi Phil Cohen. Journey through intimate conversations with rabbis from across Israel—men and women, Reform and Orthodox, seasoned leaders and new voices—each sharing their personal stories, challenges, and hopes. Recorded during a time of conflict, these interviews offer rare, deeply human insights into faith, resilience, and the evolving landscape of Jewish life in Israel. From missile-interrupted Zoom calls to tales of pioneering women and transformative educators, Tje Rabbi Podcast explores what it means to serve the Jewish people today. Whether you're curious about Israeli society, the spir...
Podcast Promo
Rabbi Phil Cohen introduces The Rabbi Podcast, coming December 9, 2025, at 8 a.m. US EST.
A conversation with Rabbi Ron Kronish
Ron Kronish and I became friends when a relatively small number of years ago I met him at the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute where he has an office.
He emerged from that office to meet me wearing a big smile.
We had coffee, talked about Israel, about the rabbinate, our families and like that. We've stayed in touch ever since.
Ron founded and directed the Interreligious Coordinating Council in Israel. He blogs for The Times of Israel and writes book reviews for The Jerusalem Report.
