Contemporary Jewish Thoughts explores the intersection of the world we live in and our Jewish perspective. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm © Congregation Beth Adam 2011 en Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:00:11 -0400 rabbi@bethadam.org Tue, 05 Apr 2011 14:57:29 -0400 abrown@photonicsg.com FeedForAll Mac v2.1 (2.1.0.1); http://www.FeedForAll.com/ Reflections of a liberal rabbi Contemporary Jewish Thoughts explores the intersection of the world we live in and our Jewish perspective. Liberal Judaism, Contemporary, Jewish Rabbi Robert Barr rabbi@bethadam.org Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reevaluates this classic excuse in light of new information. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org 076A9733-B5A4-4403-8451-AB9644DE321E-5547-00001AED7CBD5DA7-FFA Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:00:11 -0400 My Dog Ate My Homework Rabbi Barr reevaluates this classic excuse in light of new information. 3:59 homework, phone, dog, Rabbi Barr, Rabbi Baum, ourjewishcommunity.org, bethadam.org, Beth Adam, Jewish Community rabbi@bethadam.org clean A comment by a “relationship expert” got Rabbi Barr thinking about belief and human behavior. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org CF4241C2-3F5F-4C94-AB3B-2ABC6F29D16F-26845-000064D187F7D2D4-FFA Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:31:43 -0400 Do Atheists Have Less Affairs Than Believers? A comment by a “relationship expert” got Rabbi Barr thinking about belief and human behavior. 4:20 atheists,believe in God, believers, Rabbi Barr, Rabbi Baum, religion, ourjewishcommunity.org, bethadam.org, Beth Adam, Jewish Community rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr discusses God over dinner. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org 9633F9B4-0679-4C04-8177-E37BB4B574A4-2909-00000CEF97C41808-FFA Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:55:16 -0400 Dinner Conversation and God Rabbi Barr discusses God over dinner. 3:53 believe in God, believers, Rabbi Barr, Rabbi Baum, ourjewishcommunity.org, bethadam.org, Beth Adam, technology, Jewish Community rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr comments on those who see in natural events the “anger of God.” http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org 0EFEA64E-0F71-4609-A8CB-E6D826486D3D-16860-0000474208893D0C-FFA Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:04:51 -0400 God, Earthquake and Beck Rabbi Barr comments on those who see in natural events the “anger of God.” 3:29 earthquake, Beck, Rabbi Barr, Rabbi Baum, ourjewishcommunity.org, bethadam.org, Beth Adam, technology, Jewish Community rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr describes his recent participation at Tribe Fest. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org 089E2794-86E5-4C46-985B-1CFE4CD4F852-37438-0000B8FFE5B9928F-FFA Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:39:02 -0500 Tribe Fest Rabbi Barr describes his recent participation at Tribe Fest 3:58 tribe fest, Las Vegas, Rabbi Barr, Rabbi Baum, ourjewishcommunity.org, bethadam.org, Beth Adam, technology, Jewish Community, change rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr observes that women often have to bear a greater burden then men. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org DD7E5720-3E5F-4F10-B583-7047F2CF8D46-1049-000003ADF0C646C2-FFA Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:51:28 -0500 Eve and the Current Budget Crisis Rabbi Barr observes that women often have to bear a greater burden then men. 3:19 New York Times, the war on women, house budget bill, planned parenthood, healthcare, contraception, family planning, Judaism, Adam and Eve, 2011, Beth Adam, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr comments on a recent article which says Reform Judaism is faltering because of freedom. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org 411CA47D-45AC-4814-BCC3-8F3E099788AA-15712-0000461B4BB976E9-FFA Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:30:49 -0500 Freedom's the Problem Rabbi Barr comments on a recent article which says Reform Judaism is faltering because of freedom. 4:26 Judaism, Reform Movement, 2011, Beth Adam, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr comments on a recent article that addresses the decline in synagogue membership. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org 7CBD845F-55CC-4292-8629-B2C37FC1D439-15010-000042B061F12244-FFA Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:33:14 -0500 Judaism in Crisis Rabbi Barr comments on a recent article that addresses the decline in synagogue membership. 4:44 Judaism, Jewish Community, affiliation, 2011, Beth Adam, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr comments on the ruling that the Ten Commandments, posted by a judge in his courtroom, needed to be taken down. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2011/_235_ten_commandments_02_08_11.mp3 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 18:06:54 -0500 Time to Take Down the Ten Commandments Rabbi Barr comments on the ruling that the Ten Commandments, posted by a judge in his courtroom, needed to be taken down. 3:50 Separation of Church and State, Ten Commandments, 2011, Beth Adam, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr ponders the implications for religion and philosophy if life is found on another planet. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2011/_234_life_on_other_planets_02_01_11.mp3 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:45:00 -0500 Life on Other Planets Rabbi Barr ponders the implications for religion and philosophy if life is found on another planet. 3:39 Life on other planets, 2011, Beth Adam, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr wonders why The King’s Speech was rated R. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2011/_233_the_kings_speech_01_25_11.mp3 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:53:14 -0500 The King's Speech Rabbi Barr wonders why The King's Speech was rated R. 3:21 Oscar Awards, 2011, Beth Adam, stutter, The King's Speech, movie, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr wonders about moral leadership today. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2011/_232_reflections_mkl_day_01_18_11.mp3 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:37:49 -0500 Reflections on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Rabbi Barr wonders about moral leadership today. 3:47 Martin Luther King Jr., 2011, Beth Adam, non-violence,political discourse,respect, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr talks about the recent shooting in Arizona http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2011/_231_whos_to_blame_01_11_11.mp3 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:55:48 -0500 Who's to Blame? Rabbi Barr talks about the recent shooting in Arizona 3:45 hostile environment, 2011, Beth Adam, inflammatory language,political discourse,politics,respect,rhetoric, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr talks about a recent trip to the grocery store. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm rabbi@bethadam.org http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2011/_230_valentines_day_already _01_04_2011.mp3 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 12:29:02 -0500 Valentine’s Day Already? Rabbi Barr talks about a recent trip to the grocery store. 3:24 Valentine's Day, shopping, 2011, Beth Adam, holidays, Ourjewishcommunity.org rabbi@bethadam.org clean Rabbi Barr considers how different people experience the "dropping of the ball." http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_229_new_year_dec_28_2010.mp3 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 13:43:32 -0500 New Year's Eve - 2010 Rabbi Barr considers how different people experience the "dropping of the ball." 3:29 New Years Eve, Time Square, 2010, Beth Adam Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers observations about shopping the weekend before Christmas. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_228_a_rabbis_reflections_on_christmas_12_21_10.mp3 Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:43:35 -0500 Rabbi Barr offers observations about shopping the weekend before Christmas. Rabbi Barr offers observations about shopping the weekend before Christmas. 3:24 Christmas, Holiday Season, Holiday Spirit Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses the “Creation Museum’s” new venture Ark Encounter – a replica of Noah’s Ark. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_227_noah_the_ark_and_wine_12_14_10.mp3 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 13:43:38 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses the “Creation Museum’s” new venture Ark Encounter – a replica of Noah’s Ark. Rabbi Barr discusses the “Creation Museum’s” new venture Ark Encounter – a replica of Noah’s Ark. 3:38 Noah, Creation Museum, Noah's Ark Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr addresses politicians who turn to the Bible for the solution to modern problems. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_226_is_the_bible_the_solution_12_07_10.mp3 Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:43:41 -0500 Rabbi Barr addresses politicians who turn to the Bible for the solution to modern problems. Rabbi Barr addresses politicians who turn to the Bible for the solution to modern problems. 4:10 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on that fact that Hanukkah and Christmas are not in sync this year. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_225_hanukkah_and_christmas_too_far_apart_11_30_10.mp3 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:43:44 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on that fact that Hanukkah and Christmas are not in sync this year. Rabbi Barr comments on that fact that Hanukkah and Christmas are not in sync this year. 3:38 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr draws some lessons from how people are responding to his new glasses. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_224_my_new_glasses_11_23_10.mp3 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:43:47 -0500 Rabbi Barr draws some lessons from how people are responding to his new glasses. Rabbi Barr draws some lessons from how people are responding to his new glasses. 4:00 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr describes an encounter he had which prompted him to think about thankfulness. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_223_thanksgiving_and_thankfulness_11_16_10.mp3 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 13:43:50 -0500 Rabbi Barr describes an encounter he had which prompted him to think about thankfulness. Rabbi Barr describes an encounter he had which prompted him to think about thankfulness. 3:52 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on the demonic nature of Halloween and its candy! http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_222_halloween_isnt_over_yet_11_09_10.mp3 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:43:53 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on the demonic nature of Halloween and its candy! Rabbi Barr reflects on the demonic nature of Halloween and its candy! 3:51 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr is thinking about professions where predictions don’t have to be right http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_221_myprediction_11_02_10.mp3 Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:43:56 -0400 Rabbi Barr is thinking about professions where predictions don’t have to be right Rabbi Barr is thinking about professions where predictions don’t have to be right 3:30 Rabbi Robert Barr no The Dalai Lama’s contagious laugh got Rabbi Barr to remember an event from his childhood. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_220_the_dalai_lama_and_laughter_10_26_10.mp3 Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:43:58 -0400 The Dalai Lama’s contagious laugh got Rabbi Barr to remember an event from his childhood. The Dalai Lama’s contagious laugh got Rabbi Barr to remember an event from his childhood. 3:21 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr tries to understand what a mikvah (ritual bath) for the entire Jewish community means. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_219_a_community_mikveh_10_19_10.mp3 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:44:01 -0400 Rabbi Barr tries to understand what a mikvah (ritual bath) for the entire Jewish community means. Rabbi Barr tries to understand what a mikvah (ritual bath) for the entire Jewish community means. 3:52 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on a recent conference that asked the question – what would happen if aliens came to earth? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_218_knocking_on_earths_door_10_12_10.mp3 Tue, 12 Oct 2010 14:44:04 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on a recent conference that asked the question – what would happen if aliens came to earth? Rabbi Barr reflects on a recent conference that asked the question – what would happen if aliens came to earth? 4:08 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr consider what it means to live a life with intent and purpose. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_217_life_well_lived_10_05_10.mp3 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:44:07 -0400 Rabbi Barr consider what it means to live a life with intent and purpose. Rabbi Barr consider what it means to live a life with intent and purpose. 3:23 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on an article by Dasee Berkowitz, lifecycle consultant, the says a wedding ceremony requires God to be Jewish. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_216_god_and_the_wedding_09_28_10.mp3 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 14:44:10 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on an article by Dasee Berkowitz, lifecycle consultant, the says a wedding ceremony requires God to be Jewish. Rabbi Barr comments on an article by Dasee Berkowitz, lifecycle consultant, the says a wedding ceremony requires God to be Jewish. 3:41 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about the challenges of addressing sexism today. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_215_diva_the_new_bitch_09_21_10.mp3 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 14:44:12 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about the challenges of addressing sexism today. Rabbi Barr talks about the challenges of addressing sexism today. 3:24 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores what the recent proposed Quran Burning and the Binding of Isaac have in common. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_214_quran_burning_09_14_10.mp3 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 14:44:15 -0400 Rabbi Barr explores what the recent proposed Quran Burning and the Binding of Isaac have in common. Rabbi Barr explores what the recent proposed Quran Burning and the Binding of Isaac have in common. 3:46 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on Christopher Hitchens’ article about facing illness, belief, and the arrival of the New Year. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_213_coping_with_illness_09_07_10.mp3 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:44:17 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on Christopher Hitchens’ article about facing illness, belief, and the arrival of the New Year. Rabbi Barr reflects on Christopher Hitchens’ article about facing illness, belief, and the arrival of the New Year. 3:30 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr invites his listeners to join him and Rabbi Laura Baum for the High Holidays at OurJewishCommunity.org. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_212_online_at_beth_adam_08_31_10.mp3 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:44:19 -0400 Rabbi Barr invites his listeners to join him and Rabbi Laura Baum for the High Holidays at OurJewishCommunity.org. Rabbi Barr invites his listeners to join him and Rabbi Laura Baum for the High Holidays at OurJewishCommunity.org. 3:31 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about endorsing a candidate at VoteBaum.com. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_211_votebaum_com_08_24_10.mp3 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:44:25 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about endorsing a candidate at VoteBaum.com. Rabbi Barr talks about endorsing a candidate at VoteBaum.com. 3:38 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on Newt Gingrich's recent outrageous statements about the mosque proposed for lower Manhattan. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_210_gringrich_owes_us_an_apology_08_17_10.mp3 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:44:28 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on Newt Gingrich's recent outrageous statements about the mosque proposed for lower Manhattan. Rabbi Barr comments on Newt Gingrich's recent outrageous statements about the mosque proposed for lower Manhattan. 3:55 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about lighting strikes and if the contain some hidden meaning. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_209_an_act_of_god_08_10_10.mp3 Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:44:32 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about lighting strikes and if the contain some hidden meaning. Rabbi Barr talks about lighting strikes and if the contain some hidden meaning. 3:55 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about Chelsea Clinton’s marriage to Marc Mezvinsky. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_208_chelsea_and_marcs_wedding_08_03_10.mp3 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:44:38 -0400 Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about Chelsea Clinton’s marriage to Marc Mezvinsky. Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about Chelsea Clinton’s marriage to Marc Mezvinsky. 3:50 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about Rabbi Laura Baum being named as 1 of the 50 most important female rabbis. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_207_congratulations_rabbi_baum_07_27_10.mp3 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:44:40 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about Rabbi Laura Baum being named as 1 of the 50 most important female rabbis. Rabbi Barr talks about Rabbi Laura Baum being named as 1 of the 50 most important female rabbis. 4:18 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on Father’s Day and his dad. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_206_a_belated_fathers_day_07_22_10.mp3 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:44:44 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on Father’s Day and his dad. Rabbi Barr reflects on Father’s Day and his dad. 2:49 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr laments his inability to speak a foriegn language. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_205_do_you_speak_english_07_13_10.mp3 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:44:47 -0400 Rabbi Barr laments his inability to speak a foriegn language. Rabbi Barr laments his inability to speak a foriegn language. 3:59 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about World Cup Fever that is gripping nations around the world. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_204_world_cup_7_06_10.mp3 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 14:44:50 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about World Cup Fever that is gripping nations around the world. Rabbi Barr talks about World Cup Fever that is gripping nations around the world. 3:24 Rabbi Robert Barr no In honor of July 4th, Rabbi Barr describes walking in the American Military Cemetery in Luxembourg http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_203_sacred_ground_07_06_2010.mp3 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:44:53 -0400 In honor of July 4th, Rabbi Barr describes walking in the American Military Cemetery in Luxembourg In honor of July 4th, Rabbi Barr describes walking in the American Military Cemetery in Luxembourg 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr examines why it took so long for Moses to lead the Children of Israel to the Promised Land. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_202_daniel_06_22_10.mp3 Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:44:56 -0400 Rabbi Barr examines why it took so long for Moses to lead the Children of Israel to the Promised Land. Rabbi Barr examines why it took so long for Moses to lead the Children of Israel to the Promised Land. 3:54 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Robert Barr reflects on the lessons about life he learned at a High Ropes Course. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_201_ropes_course_06_14_10.mp3 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:44:58 -0400 Rabbi Robert Barr reflects on the lessons about life he learned at a High Ropes Course. Rabbi Robert Barr reflects on the lessons about life he learned at a High Ropes Course. 4:02 Rabbi Robert Barr no Beginning his summer travels, Rabbi Barr talks about packing, trips and expectations. As a note for the next several weeks Rabbi Barr will be producing his podcasts while on the road thus quality will be a bit different. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_200_vacations_and_expectations_06_08_10.mp3 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:45:01 -0400 Beginning his summer travels, Rabbi Barr talks about packing, trips and expectations. As a note for the next several weeks Rabbi Barr will be producing his podcasts while on the road thus quality will be a bit different. Beginning his summer travels, Rabbi Barr talks about packing, trips and expectations. As a note for the next several weeks Rabbi Barr will be producing his podcasts while on the road thus quality will be a bit different. 3:16 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on another attack by ultra-Orthodox Jews on non-Orthodox Jews and the issue that underlies these attacks. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_182_religous_attacks_continue_06_01_10.mp3 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:45:03 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on another attack by ultra-Orthodox Jews on non-Orthodox Jews and the issue that underlies these attacks. Rabbi Barr comments on another attack by ultra-Orthodox Jews on non-Orthodox Jews and the issue that underlies these attacks. 3:24 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr expands his comments regarding the attack on Noa Raz and asks why so many aren’t willing to speak out against any religion that denies women full and equal rights. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_181_tefililn_attack_part_2_05_25_10.mp3 Tue, 25 May 2010 14:45:06 -0400 Rabbi Barr expands his comments regarding the attack on Noa Raz and asks why so many aren’t willing to speak out against any religion that denies women full and equal rights. Rabbi Barr expands his comments regarding the attack on Noa Raz and asks why so many aren’t willing to speak out against any religion that denies women full and equal rights. 3:03 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr condemns the attack against Noa Raz for wearing tefillin and examines the values that create the environment in which such an attack can occur. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_180_tefillin_assualt_1_05_19_10.mp3 Wed, 19 May 2010 14:45:08 -0400 Rabbi Barr condemns the attack against Noa Raz for wearing tefillin and examines the values that create the environment in which such an attack can occur. Rabbi Barr condemns the attack against Noa Raz for wearing tefillin and examines the values that create the environment in which such an attack can occur. 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the revelation about Rev. Rekers and how it reflects on those who promote religious beliefs they don’t live by. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_179_hypocrisy_and_religion_05_11_10.mp3 Tue, 11 May 2010 14:45:11 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on the revelation about Rev. Rekers and how it reflects on those who promote religious beliefs they don’t live by. Rabbi Barr comments on the revelation about Rev. Rekers and how it reflects on those who promote religious beliefs they don’t live by. 3:55 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the recent experiment entitled – Boobquake. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_178_cleavage_that_rock_the_world_not_05_04_10.mp3 Tue, 11 May 2010 14:45:14 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on the recent experiment entitled – Boobquake. Rabbi Barr comments on the recent experiment entitled – Boobquake. 3:33 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the Lane Bryant lingerie ads that were rejected by the TV networks. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_177_cleavage_or_bust_04_27_10.mp3 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:45:16 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on the Lane Bryant lingerie ads that were rejected by the TV networks. Rabbi Barr comments on the Lane Bryant lingerie ads that were rejected by the TV networks. 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses Rush Limbaugh’s recent comments about the volcano in Iceland. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_176_Limbaugh_04_20_10.mp3 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:45:19 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses Rush Limbaugh’s recent comments about the volcano in Iceland. Rabbi Barr discusses Rush Limbaugh’s recent comments about the volcano in Iceland. 3:42 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores whether or not women in key leadership roles could have help to avert the recent financial meltdown. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_175_women_and_money_04_14_10.mp3 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:45:21 -0400 Rabbi Barr explores whether or not women in key leadership roles could have help to avert the recent financial meltdown. Rabbi Barr explores whether or not women in key leadership roles could have help to avert the recent financial meltdown. 4:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about the patient – doctor relationship. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_174_Urologist_04_06_10.mp3 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 14:45:26 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about the patient – doctor relationship. Rabbi Barr talks about the patient – doctor relationship. 3:54 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on responses to his recent interfaith trip to Israel . http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_173_Interfaith_to_Israel_03_31_10.mp3 Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:45:29 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on responses to his recent interfaith trip to Israel . Rabbi Barr reflects on responses to his recent interfaith trip to Israel . 4:17 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores why some in the anti-evolution movement deny global climate change. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_172_climate_change_and_evolution_03_23_10.mp3 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:45:33 -0400 Rabbi Barr explores why some in the anti-evolution movement deny global climate change. Rabbi Barr explores why some in the anti-evolution movement deny global climate change. 4:02 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses the Jewish Agency’s decision to focus on peoplehood. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_171_jewish_identity_03_16_10.mp3 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:45:36 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses the Jewish Agency’s decision to focus on peoplehood. Rabbi Barr discusses the Jewish Agency’s decision to focus on peoplehood. 4:20 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr admits he didn’t know about International Women’s Day http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_170_internationalwomensday_03_09_10.mp3 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:45:39 -0500 Rabbi Barr admits he didn’t know about International Women’s Day Rabbi Barr admits he didn’t know about International Women’s Day 3:55 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on how quickly the Olympics seemed to be over http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_169_olympics_over_03_03_10.mp3 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:45:42 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on how quickly the Olympics seemed to be over Rabbi Barr reflects on how quickly the Olympics seemed to be over 3:09 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on Shabbat Across America/Canada 2010 http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_168_shabbat_across_america_02_23_10.mp3 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:45:45 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on Shabbat Across America/Canada 2010 Rabbi Barr comments on Shabbat Across America/Canada 2010 4:26 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on a recent decision regarding serving kosher food at some Jewish retirement communities. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_167_kosher_food_nursing_homes_02_16_10.mp3 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:45:48 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on a recent decision regarding serving kosher food at some Jewish retirement communities. Rabbi Barr comments on a recent decision regarding serving kosher food at some Jewish retirement communities. 4:04 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses the Super Bowl, the Tebow Ad, and what purports to be political discussion in our nation. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_166_super_bowl_02_09_10.mp3 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:45:51 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses the Super Bowl, the Tebow Ad, and what purports to be political discussion in our nation. Rabbi Barr discusses the Super Bowl, the Tebow Ad, and what purports to be political discussion in our nation. 4:01 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses why there is a need for Evolution Weekend. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_165_evolution_weekend_02_02_10.mp3 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:45:53 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses why there is a need for Evolution Weekend. Rabbi Barr discusses why there is a need for Evolution Weekend. 4:04 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on concerns about the 3D blockbuster – Avatar. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_164_avatar_01_26_10.mp3 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:46:02 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on concerns about the 3D blockbuster – Avatar. Rabbi Barr comments on concerns about the 3D blockbuster – Avatar. 3:35 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr examines how religion is often misused and abused. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_163_earthquakes_karma_and_guns_01_19_10.mp3 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:46:04 -0500 Rabbi Barr examines how religion is often misused and abused. Rabbi Barr examines how religion is often misused and abused. 4:07 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr expands upon Nicholas Kristof’s Op-Ed piece about women and religion. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_162_women_and_religion_01_12_10.mp3 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:46:07 -0500 Rabbi Barr expands upon Nicholas Kristof’s Op-Ed piece about women and religion. Rabbi Barr expands upon Nicholas Kristof’s Op-Ed piece about women and religion. 3:54 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses predictions that the world is going to end in 2012. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2010/_161_2012_end_of_the_world_not_01_05_10.mp3 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:46:09 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses predictions that the world is going to end in 2012. Rabbi Barr discusses predictions that the world is going to end in 2012. 4:00 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on his New Year’s resolution. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_160_new_years_resolution_12_29_09.mp3 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:57:12 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on his New Year’s resolution. Rabbi Barr reflects on his New Year’s resolution. 3:18 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr has one more thought about the recent scandal surround Tiger Woods. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_159_tiger_elin_and_marriage_12_22_09.mp3 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:46:14 -0500 Rabbi Barr has one more thought about the recent scandal surround Tiger Woods. Rabbi Barr has one more thought about the recent scandal surround Tiger Woods. 3:15 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects what should and shouldn’t be shocking. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_158_tiger_woods_brian_kelly_12_15_09.mp3 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:46:17 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects what should and shouldn’t be shocking. Rabbi Barr reflects what should and shouldn’t be shocking. 4:18 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the controversy that is swirling around Tiger Woods. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_157_tiger_woods_12_08_09.mp3 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:46:26 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on the controversy that is swirling around Tiger Woods. Rabbi Barr comments on the controversy that is swirling around Tiger Woods. 4:41 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about reality TV. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_156_reality_tv_12_01_09.mp3 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:46:29 -0500 Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about reality TV. Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about reality TV. 4:14 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr has a few more thoughts about the “offensive billboard.” http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_155_offensive_billboard_part_2_11_24_09.mp3 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:46:33 -0500 Rabbi Barr has a few more thoughts about the “offensive billboard.” Rabbi Barr has a few more thoughts about the “offensive billboard.” 3:24 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discuss a billboard that stirred a local controversy. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_154_offensive_billboard_11_17_09.mp3 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:46:36 -0500 Rabbi Barr discuss a billboard that stirred a local controversy. Rabbi Barr discuss a billboard that stirred a local controversy. 3:49 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses an issues which continues to swirl within the Jewish community – Who is a Jew? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_153_who_is_a_jew_11_10_09.mp3 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:46:39 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses an issues which continues to swirl within the Jewish community – Who is a Jew? Rabbi Barr discusses an issues which continues to swirl within the Jewish community – Who is a Jew? 4:08 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about Michael Steinhardt’s recent comments about the institutional Jewish community. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_152_if_you_always_11_03_09.mp3 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:46:41 -0500 Rabbi Barr talks about Michael Steinhardt’s recent comments about the institutional Jewish community. Rabbi Barr talks about Michael Steinhardt’s recent comments about the institutional Jewish community. 3:48 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about liberal Judaism and authenticity. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_151_dont_think_of_10_27_09.mp3 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:46:44 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about liberal Judaism and authenticity. Rabbi Barr talks about liberal Judaism and authenticity. 4:01 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on a recent article that talks about how evangelicals are using sports to promote religion. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_150_religion_and_sports_10_19_09.mp3 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:46:47 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on a recent article that talks about how evangelicals are using sports to promote religion. Rabbi Barr comments on a recent article that talks about how evangelicals are using sports to promote religion. 4:11 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on the old adage – don’t judge another until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_149_perspective_10_13_09.mp3 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:46:49 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on the old adage – don’t judge another until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes. Rabbi Barr reflects on the old adage – don’t judge another until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes. 3:19 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses his thoughts about a fountain pen honoring Gandhi. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_148_fountain_pen_10_06_09.mp3 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:46:52 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses his thoughts about a fountain pen honoring Gandhi. Rabbi Barr discusses his thoughts about a fountain pen honoring Gandhi. 3:09 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores the experience of Yom Kippur online. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_147_yom_kippur_apology_09_30_09.mp3 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:46:55 -0400 Rabbi Barr explores the experience of Yom Kippur online. Rabbi Barr explores the experience of Yom Kippur online. 3:32 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explains why some congregations observe two days of Rosh Hashanah and why at Beth Adam we don’t? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_146_two_days_of_rosh_hashanah_09_22_09.mp3 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:46:57 -0400 Rabbi Barr explains why some congregations observe two days of Rosh Hashanah and why at Beth Adam we don’t? Rabbi Barr explains why some congregations observe two days of Rosh Hashanah and why at Beth Adam we don’t? 3:53 Rabbi Robert Barr no While some congregations won’t sound the shofar this year, Rabbi Barr explains why at Beth Adam it will be. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_145_sounding_the_shofar_on_the_sabbath_09_16_09.mp3 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:47:00 -0400 While some congregations won’t sound the shofar this year, Rabbi Barr explains why at Beth Adam it will be. While some congregations won’t sound the shofar this year, Rabbi Barr explains why at Beth Adam it will be. 3:12 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on a new security protocol for synagogues. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_144_rambo_rabbis_09_08_09.mp3 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:47:03 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on a new security protocol for synagogues. Rabbi Barr reflects on a new security protocol for synagogues. 3:24 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on Ted Kennedy, Jr.'s Eulogy for his father. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_143_climbing_that_slippery_ hill_09_01_09.mp3 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:47:05 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on Ted Kennedy, Jr.'s Eulogy for his father. Rabbi Barr reflects on Ted Kennedy, Jr.'s Eulogy for his father. 3:45 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on the start of the school year. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_142_the_start_of_school_08_25_09.mp3 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:47:08 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on the start of the school year. Rabbi Barr reflects on the start of the school year. 3:31 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses how some in Israel are trying to protect against the Swine Flu. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_141_the_swine_flu_08_18_09.mp3 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:47:11 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses how some in Israel are trying to protect against the Swine Flu. Rabbi Barr discusses how some in Israel are trying to protect against the Swine Flu. 4:12 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr objects to the use of the term Nazi to demonize those on the other side of a political debate. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_140_the_red_shoe_08_11_09.mp3 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:47:14 -0400 Rabbi Barr objects to the use of the term Nazi to demonize those on the other side of a political debate. Rabbi Barr objects to the use of the term Nazi to demonize those on the other side of a political debate. 3:48 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses participating in the first TwitCam Shabbat. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_139_21st_century_shabbat_08_04_09.mp3 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 14:47:17 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses participating in the first TwitCam Shabbat. Rabbi Barr discusses participating in the first TwitCam Shabbat. 3:43 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on President Carter’s decision to leave the SBC because of its position on women. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_138_carter_resgins_07_28_09.mp3 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:47:20 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on President Carter’s decision to leave the SBC because of its position on women. Rabbi Barr comments on President Carter’s decision to leave the SBC because of its position on women. 3:43 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on President Kennedy’s call to land a man on the moon. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_137_going_to_the_moon_07_20_09.mp3 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:47:23 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on President Kennedy’s call to land a man on the moon. Rabbi Barr reflects on President Kennedy’s call to land a man on the moon. 3:22 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr asks the question - can myths be true? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_136_myth_or_truth_07_14_09.mp3 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:47:26 -0400 Rabbi Barr asks the question - can myths be true? Rabbi Barr asks the question - can myths be true? 4:00 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on the phrase “carpe diem” as he celebrates another birthday. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_135_carpe_deim_07_07_09.mp3 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:47:28 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on the phrase “carpe diem” as he celebrates another birthday. Rabbi Barr reflects on the phrase “carpe diem” as he celebrates another birthday. 3:43 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses Governor Sanford’s use of the Bible as part of his apology. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_134_gov_sanford_06_30_09.mp3 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:47:30 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses Governor Sanford’s use of the Bible as part of his apology. Rabbi Barr discusses Governor Sanford’s use of the Bible as part of his apology. 3:30 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores what he thought was an urban legend - the rejection of hello because it contains the word hell. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_133_hello_0_23_09.mp3 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:47:33 -0400 Rabbi Barr explores what he thought was an urban legend - the rejection of hello because it contains the word hell. Rabbi Barr explores what he thought was an urban legend - the rejection of hello because it contains the word hell. 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr expresses his outrage over a disturbing video circulating on the Internet, entitled Feel the Hate, of American Jewish students in Israel speaking out against President Obama. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_132_feel_the_hate_06_16_09.mp3 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:47:40 -0400 Rabbi Barr expresses his outrage over a disturbing video circulating on the Internet, entitled Feel the Hate, of American Jewish students in Israel speaking out against President Obama. Rabbi Barr expresses his outrage over a disturbing video circulating on the Internet, entitled Feel the Hate, of American Jewish students in Israel speaking out against President Obama. 3:54 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts on the controversy surrounding an essay written by a Chabad rabbi that was published in Moment Magazine. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_131_chabad_controversy_06_10_09.mp3 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:47:42 -0400 Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts on the controversy surrounding an essay written by a Chabad rabbi that was published in Moment Magazine. Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts on the controversy surrounding an essay written by a Chabad rabbi that was published in Moment Magazine. 3:49 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on the death of the last survivor of the Titanic. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_130_the_last_survivor_06_2_09.mp3 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:47:45 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on the death of the last survivor of the Titanic. Rabbi Barr reflects on the death of the last survivor of the Titanic. 3:31 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about what modern Jews can learn from the myth of Moses on Mt. Sinai. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_129_shavuot_05_26_09.mp3 Tue, 26 May 2009 14:47:47 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about what modern Jews can learn from the myth of Moses on Mt. Sinai. Rabbi Barr talks about what modern Jews can learn from the myth of Moses on Mt. Sinai. 4:19 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr felt compelled to speak about the recent controversy surrounding Miss California. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_128_miss_california_05_19_09.mp3 Tue, 19 May 2009 14:47:50 -0400 Rabbi Barr felt compelled to speak about the recent controversy surrounding Miss California. Rabbi Barr felt compelled to speak about the recent controversy surrounding Miss California. 4:19 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses a common misunderstanding about Beth Adam. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_127_beth_adam_101_05_12_09.mp3 Tue, 12 May 2009 14:47:52 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses a common misunderstanding about Beth Adam. Rabbi Barr discusses a common misunderstanding about Beth Adam. 3:33 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr recounts the conversation he had with his rabbi about becoming a rabbi. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_126_transdenominationalism_05_05_09.mp3 Tue, 05 May 2009 14:47:55 -0400 Rabbi Barr recounts the conversation he had with his rabbi about becoming a rabbi. Rabbi Barr recounts the conversation he had with his rabbi about becoming a rabbi. 3:33 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on how the economy is impacting major Jewish institutions. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_125_huc_04_29_09.mp3 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:58:14 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on how the economy is impacting major Jewish institutions. Rabbi Barr reflects on how the economy is impacting major Jewish institutions. 3:44 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr draws insights from the success of Susan Boyle, international Internet signing star. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_124_susan_boyle_04_21_09.mp3 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:47:58 -0400 Rabbi Barr draws insights from the success of Susan Boyle, international Internet signing star. Rabbi Barr draws insights from the success of Susan Boyle, international Internet signing star. 3:13 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on what he sees as an infatuation with traditional religious thought. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_123_fixed_vs_change_04_14_09.mp3 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:48:01 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on what he sees as an infatuation with traditional religious thought. Rabbi Barr comments on what he sees as an infatuation with traditional religious thought. 3:11 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on a holiday that occurs only once every 28 years. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_122_blessing_of_the_sun_04_07_09.mp3 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:48:04 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on a holiday that occurs only once every 28 years. Rabbi Barr comments on a holiday that occurs only once every 28 years. 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on an adult unconventional Seder. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_121_The_Unconventional_Seder_04_07_09.mp3 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:48:06 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on an adult unconventional Seder. Rabbi Barr comments on an adult unconventional Seder. 2:32 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about a controversy that was ignited when Rabbi David Wolpe gave a sermon about Passover. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_120_Is_The_Exodus_True_03_31_09.mp3 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:48:09 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about a controversy that was ignited when Rabbi David Wolpe gave a sermon about Passover. Rabbi Barr talks about a controversy that was ignited when Rabbi David Wolpe gave a sermon about Passover. 3:36 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about a recent survey about religious identification. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_119_religion_in_america_03_24_09.mp3 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:48:12 -0400 Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about a recent survey about religious identification. Rabbi Barr offers his thoughts about a recent survey about religious identification. 4:04 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores Orwell’s famous quote that those who control the past control the future. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_118_he_who_controls_03_17_09.mp3 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:48:14 -0400 Rabbi Barr explores Orwell’s famous quote that those who control the past control the future. Rabbi Barr explores Orwell’s famous quote that those who control the past control the future. 3:50 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses why rabbis seem more comfortable with myth than fact. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_117_purim_is_it_true_03_10_09.mp3 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:48:17 -0400 Rabbi Barr discusses why rabbis seem more comfortable with myth than fact. Rabbi Barr discusses why rabbis seem more comfortable with myth than fact. 3:30 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses one Jewish congregation’s response to shrinking membership. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_116_dothans_dilemma_03_03_09.mp3 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:48:20 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses one Jewish congregation’s response to shrinking membership. Rabbi Barr discusses one Jewish congregation’s response to shrinking membership. 3:36 Rabbi Robert Barr no Darwin’s Theory of Evolution transformed the world, Rabbi Barr reflects on its implication for religion. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_115_darwin_birthday_02_24_09.mp3 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:48:22 -0500 Darwin’s Theory of Evolution transformed the world, Rabbi Barr reflects on its implication for religion. Darwin’s Theory of Evolution transformed the world, Rabbi Barr reflects on its implication for religion. 4:02 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the recent controversy limiting executive pay. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_114_executive_pay_02_17_09.mp3 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:48:24 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on the recent controversy limiting executive pay. Rabbi Barr comments on the recent controversy limiting executive pay. 3:58 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr continues his observations about ethics and how every person has a choice. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_112_ethics_part I_02_04_09.mp3 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:48:29 -0500 Rabbi Barr continues his observations about ethics and how every person has a choice. Rabbi Barr continues his observations about ethics and how every person has a choice. 3:54 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects the implications of a society where ethics are ignored. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_113_ethics_part_ii_02_10_09.mp3 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 13:48:33 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects the implications of a society where ethics are ignored. Rabbi Barr reflects the implications of a society where ethics are ignored. 3:36 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses the Pope’s decision to use Youtube. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_111_the_pope_and_the_internet_01_27_09.mp3 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:48:36 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses the Pope’s decision to use Youtube. Rabbi Barr discusses the Pope’s decision to use Youtube. 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the anointing of a door that President Elect Obama will pass through on the way to his inauguration. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_110_obama_and_the_anointed_door_01_20_09.mp3 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:48:39 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on the anointing of a door that President Elect Obama will pass through on the way to his inauguration. Rabbi Barr comments on the anointing of a door that President Elect Obama will pass through on the way to his inauguration. 3:44 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on Joe the Plumber becoming a war correspondent reporting on the war in Gaza. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_109_joe_the_plumber_01_13_09.mp3 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:48:42 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on Joe the Plumber becoming a war correspondent reporting on the war in Gaza. Rabbi Barr comments on Joe the Plumber becoming a war correspondent reporting on the war in Gaza. 3:26 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on his New Year’s Resolutions. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2009/_108_new_year_s_resolutions_1_6_09.mp3 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:48:45 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on his New Year’s Resolutions. Rabbi Barr reflects on his New Year’s Resolutions. 2:46 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr looks at the larger consequences of the Madoff Scandal. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_107_madoff_scandal_12_31_08.mp3 Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:48:47 -0500 Rabbi Barr looks at the larger consequences of the Madoff Scandal. Rabbi Barr looks at the larger consequences of the Madoff Scandal. 3:17 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr speaks about Rev. Warren giving the invocation at the presidential inauguration. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_106_warren_invocation_12_23_08.mp3 Tue, 23 Dec 2008 13:48:50 -0500 Rabbi Barr speaks about Rev. Warren giving the invocation at the presidential inauguration. Rabbi Barr speaks about Rev. Warren giving the invocation at the presidential inauguration. 4:29 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores the clash between religious myth and historical reality. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_105_grinch_that_stole_hanukkah_12_16_08.mp3 Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:48:52 -0500 Rabbi Barr explores the clash between religious myth and historical reality. Rabbi Barr explores the clash between religious myth and historical reality. 3:47 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr is still trying to understand the name he was called. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_104_the_name_i_was_called_12_09_08.mp3 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:48:55 -0500 Rabbi Barr is still trying to understand the name he was called. Rabbi Barr is still trying to understand the name he was called. 3:20 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr looks at Hanukkah and Christmas from a fresh perspective. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_103_hanukkah and christmas_12_02_08.mp3 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:48:58 -0500 Rabbi Barr looks at Hanukkah and Christmas from a fresh perspective. Rabbi Barr looks at Hanukkah and Christmas from a fresh perspective. 3:51 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on how some seek to impose their religious beliefs on others. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_102_a_jarring_billboard_11_26_08.mp3 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:49:01 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on how some seek to impose their religious beliefs on others. Rabbi Barr reflects on how some seek to impose their religious beliefs on others. 3:35 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on this historic election. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_100_this_presidential_election_11_11_08.mp3 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:49:03 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on this historic election. Rabbi Barr reflects on this historic election. 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no As this political season winds down, Rabbi Barr comments on the use of religion as a way to marginalize and divide. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_099_religion_and_politics_11_4_08.mp3 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:49:07 -0500 As this political season winds down, Rabbi Barr comments on the use of religion as a way to marginalize and divide. As this political season winds down, Rabbi Barr comments on the use of religion as a way to marginalize and divide. 3:27 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr answers the age old question, is it ok for Jews to celebrate Halloween? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_098_halloween_ jews_ and_the_devil_10_28_08.mp3 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:49:09 -0400 Rabbi Barr answers the age old question, is it ok for Jews to celebrate Halloween? Rabbi Barr answers the age old question, is it ok for Jews to celebrate Halloween? 4:10 Rabbi Robert Barr no With recent reports of impending extinction for many animals, Rabbi Barr reflects on the Biblical myth of Noah. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_097_noah_a_new_look_10_21_08.mp3 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 14:49:11 -0400 With recent reports of impending extinction for many animals, Rabbi Barr reflects on the Biblical myth of Noah. With recent reports of impending extinction for many animals, Rabbi Barr reflects on the Biblical myth of Noah. 3:44 Rabbi Robert Barr no Presidential politics and religion continues give Rabbi Barr pause. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_096_my_gods_stronger_10_14_08.mp3 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:49:14 -0400 Presidential politics and religion continues give Rabbi Barr pause. Presidential politics and religion continues give Rabbi Barr pause. 3:44 Rabbi Robert Barr no Like so many others, Rabbi Barr is riveted by the current economic crisis and has some thoughts. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_095_congress_the_economic_bailout_and_rosh_hashanah_10_07_08.mp3 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:49:16 -0400 Like so many others, Rabbi Barr is riveted by the current economic crisis and has some thoughts. Like so many others, Rabbi Barr is riveted by the current economic crisis and has some thoughts. 3:31 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr has some thoughts about clergy and their responsibilities during this presidential election season. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_094_pulpit_freedom_sunday_09_30_08.mp3 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:49:19 -0400 Rabbi Barr has some thoughts about clergy and their responsibilities during this presidential election season. Rabbi Barr has some thoughts about clergy and their responsibilities during this presidential election season. 3:10 Rabbi Robert Barr no With the arrival of fall, Rabbi Barr turns his thoughts to his High Holiday sermons. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_093_the arrival_of_fall_09_23_09.mp3 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:49:26 -0400 With the arrival of fall, Rabbi Barr turns his thoughts to his High Holiday sermons. With the arrival of fall, Rabbi Barr turns his thoughts to his High Holiday sermons. 3:17 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on trying to get his High Holiday Sermons written on time. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_092_procrastination_and_the_internet_09_16_09.mp3 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:49:29 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on trying to get his High Holiday Sermons written on time. Rabbi Barr reflects on trying to get his High Holiday Sermons written on time. 3:59 Rabbi Robert Barr no The notion that meteorological events are signs from God has Rabbi Barr reflecting on the recent Republican Convention. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_091_hurricane_gustav_09_09_08.mp3 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:49:32 -0400 The notion that meteorological events are signs from God has Rabbi Barr reflecting on the recent Republican Convention. The notion that meteorological events are signs from God has Rabbi Barr reflecting on the recent Republican Convention. 3:28 Rabbi Robert Barr no The recent revelation that Gov. Palin’s teenage daughter is pregnant raised questions for Rabbi Barr. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_090_gov_palin_09_02_08.mp3 Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:49:35 -0400 The recent revelation that Gov. Palin’s teenage daughter is pregnant raised questions for Rabbi Barr. The recent revelation that Gov. Palin’s teenage daughter is pregnant raised questions for Rabbi Barr. 3:23 Rabbi Robert Barr no Robert Barr observes how practical jokes are part of our American culture. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_089_practical_jokes_08_26_08.mp3 Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:49:39 -0400 Robert Barr observes how practical jokes are part of our American culture. Robert Barr observes how practical jokes are part of our American culture. 3:04 Rabbi Robert Barr no Michael Phelps’ victories in the pool had Robert Barr thinking about the nature of time. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_088_time_08_19_08.mp3 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:49:42 -0400 Michael Phelps’ victories in the pool had Robert Barr thinking about the nature of time. Michael Phelps’ victories in the pool had Robert Barr thinking about the nature of time. 3:36 Rabbi Robert Barr no A ruling in a Utah court regarding the cross has Rabbi Barr perplexed. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_087_when_is_a_cross_not_a_cross_08_12_08.mp3 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:49:44 -0400 A ruling in a Utah court regarding the cross has Rabbi Barr perplexed. A ruling in a Utah court regarding the cross has Rabbi Barr perplexed. 3:57 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the latest suggestion to bring down the price of gas. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_086_gas_and_religion_dont_mix_08_05_08.mp3 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:49:47 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on the latest suggestion to bring down the price of gas. Rabbi Barr comments on the latest suggestion to bring down the price of gas. 3:06 Rabbi Robert Barr no Establishing his Facebook Page, Rabbi Barr faced an existential issue. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_085_my_facebook_page__07_29_08.mp3 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:49:50 -0400 Establishing his Facebook Page, Rabbi Barr faced an existential issue. Establishing his Facebook Page, Rabbi Barr faced an existential issue. 4:09 Rabbi Robert Barr no With all of his summer driving, Rabbi Barr has been reading lots of bumper stickers and has some thoughts. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_084_the_bumper_sticker_07_22_08.mp3 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:49:53 -0400 With all of his summer driving, Rabbi Barr has been reading lots of bumper stickers and has some thoughts. With all of his summer driving, Rabbi Barr has been reading lots of bumper stickers and has some thoughts. 3:37 Rabbi Robert Barr no The giraffes are back in Cincinnati but all is not good for these magnificent creatures. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_083_the_giraffes_are_back_07_15_08.mp3 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:49:55 -0400 The giraffes are back in Cincinnati but all is not good for these magnificent creatures. The giraffes are back in Cincinnati but all is not good for these magnificent creatures. 3:40 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers his opinion about Barak Obama’s plan for faith based initiatives. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_082_faith_based_initiatives_07_08_08.mp3 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:49:58 -0400 Rabbi Barr offers his opinion about Barak Obama’s plan for faith based initiatives. Rabbi Barr offers his opinion about Barak Obama’s plan for faith based initiatives. 3:50 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr’s search for a CD player forced him to recognize how rapidly technology was changing. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_081_in_search_of_a_cd_player_07_01_08.mp3 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:50:00 -0400 Rabbi Barr’s search for a CD player forced him to recognize how rapidly technology was changing. Rabbi Barr’s search for a CD player forced him to recognize how rapidly technology was changing. 3:44 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores the media’s response to Tim Russert’s sudden death. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_080_tim_russert_06_24_08.mp3 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:50:02 -0400 Rabbi Barr explores the media’s response to Tim Russert’s sudden death. Rabbi Barr explores the media’s response to Tim Russert’s sudden death. 3:44 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments about the misconceptions about keeping kosher. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_079_keeping_kosher_06_17_08.mp3 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:50:04 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments about the misconceptions about keeping kosher. Rabbi Barr comments about the misconceptions about keeping kosher. 4:04 Rabbi Robert Barr no Creationist are once more trying to undermine science education in America and Rabbi Barr has a few thoughts. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_078_there_they_go_06_10_08.mp3 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:50:06 -0400 Creationist are once more trying to undermine science education in America and Rabbi Barr has a few thoughts. Creationist are once more trying to undermine science education in America and Rabbi Barr has a few thoughts. 3:30 Rabbi Robert Barr no Sharon Stone’s comment about karma and earthquakes caught Rabbi Barr’s attention. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_077_sharon_stone_and_bad_karma_06_04_08.mp3 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:50:09 -0400 Sharon Stone’s comment about karma and earthquakes caught Rabbi Barr’s attention. Sharon Stone’s comment about karma and earthquakes caught Rabbi Barr’s attention. 3:34 Rabbi Robert Barr no Many politicians seeks the endorsement of religious leaders, Rabbi Barr reflects on what he sees as a misguided practice. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_076_john_mccain_and_his_pastor_problems_05_27_08.mp3 Tue, 27 May 2008 14:50:11 -0400 Many politicians seeks the endorsement of religious leaders, Rabbi Barr reflects on what he sees as a misguided practice. Many politicians seeks the endorsement of religious leaders, Rabbi Barr reflects on what he sees as a misguided practice. 4:02 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the fact that another Bob Barr is trying to run for President. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_075_that_bob_barr_05_20_08.mp3 Tue, 20 May 2008 14:50:14 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on the fact that another Bob Barr is trying to run for President. Rabbi Barr comments on the fact that another Bob Barr is trying to run for President. 3:20 Rabbi Robert Barr no Robert Barr reflects on his first time in Israel. The essay he is writing was published in A Dream of Zion published by Jewish Lights. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_74_israel_at_60_05_13_08.mp3 Wed, 14 May 2008 14:50:18 -0400 Robert Barr reflects on his first time in Israel. The essay he is writing was published in A Dream of Zion published by Jewish Lights. Robert Barr reflects on his first time in Israel. The essay he is writing was published in A Dream of Zion published by Jewish Lights. 3:27 Rabbi Robert Barr no A full page ad in the New York Times explaining how Jews can bring on the Messiah has gotten Rabbi Barr talking. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_073_the_rebbe_is_the_messiah_05_06_08.mp3 Wed, 07 May 2008 14:50:20 -0400 A full page ad in the New York Times explaining how Jews can bring on the Messiah has gotten Rabbi Barr talking. A full page ad in the New York Times explaining how Jews can bring on the Messiah has gotten Rabbi Barr talking. 4:09 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr is still stewing over the decision of a Jewish housing organization to close for Shabbat after a major fire. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_072_closed_for_shabbat_04_29_08.mp3 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:50:22 -0400 Rabbi Barr is still stewing over the decision of a Jewish housing organization to close for Shabbat after a major fire. Rabbi Barr is still stewing over the decision of a Jewish housing organization to close for Shabbat after a major fire. 3:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr talks about the year his father kept kosher for Passover. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_071_my_father_kept_kosher_for_passover_04_22_08.mp3 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:50:25 -0400 Rabbi Barr talks about the year his father kept kosher for Passover. Rabbi Barr talks about the year his father kept kosher for Passover. 4:01 Rabbi Robert Barr no A fire in a senior living center and the response of its staff has Rabbi Barr frustrated. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_070_my_mother_is_homeless_04_15_08.mp3 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:50:27 -0400 A fire in a senior living center and the response of its staff has Rabbi Barr frustrated. A fire in a senior living center and the response of its staff has Rabbi Barr frustrated. 4:07 Rabbi Robert Barr no A recent disclaimer on an e-mail started Rabbi Barr thinking about Shabbat and the Internet. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_069_shabbat_and_the_internet_04_08_08.mp3 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:50:29 -0400 A recent disclaimer on an e-mail started Rabbi Barr thinking about Shabbat and the Internet. A recent disclaimer on an e-mail started Rabbi Barr thinking about Shabbat and the Internet. 4:00 Rabbi Robert Barr no An ad in the New York Times prompted Rabbi Barr’s to reflect on the old adage – with friends like this who needs enemies. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_068_with_friends_like_these_04_01_08.mp3 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:50:31 -0400 An ad in the New York Times prompted Rabbi Barr’s to reflect on the old adage – with friends like this who needs enemies. An ad in the New York Times prompted Rabbi Barr’s to reflect on the old adage – with friends like this who needs enemies. 3:34 Rabbi Robert Barr no Recently, Rev. Wright’s sermons has created problems for Senator Obama – Rabbi Barr reflects on that controversy. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_067_religion_and_politics_03_25_08.mp3 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:50:34 -0400 Recently, Rev. Wright’s sermons has created problems for Senator Obama – Rabbi Barr reflects on that controversy. Recently, Rev. Wright’s sermons has created problems for Senator Obama – Rabbi Barr reflects on that controversy. 3:42 Rabbi Robert Barr no Do religion and baseball belong together – Rabbi Barr considers this question. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_066_baseball_and_religion_03_20_08.mp3 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 14:50:36 -0400 Do religion and baseball belong together – Rabbi Barr considers this question. Do religion and baseball belong together – Rabbi Barr considers this question. 5:09 Rabbi Robert Barr no Reading an article about revising the age of the Grand Canyon, got Robert Barr wondering. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_065_the_grand_canyon_03_11_08.mp3 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:50:39 -0400 Reading an article about revising the age of the Grand Canyon, got Robert Barr wondering. Reading an article about revising the age of the Grand Canyon, got Robert Barr wondering. 3:57 Rabbi Robert Barr no Senator McCain denounced the remarks of a conservative shock jock. Rabbi Barr has some observations. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_064_civil_discourse_and_bill_cunningham_03_04_08.mp3 Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:50:41 -0500 Senator McCain denounced the remarks of a conservative shock jock. Rabbi Barr has some observations. Senator McCain denounced the remarks of a conservative shock jock. Rabbi Barr has some observations. 4:34 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on a “sin free” adult sex store. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_063_god_and_sex_toys_02_19_08.mp3 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:50:47 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on a “sin free” adult sex store. Rabbi Barr reflects on a “sin free” adult sex store. 4:29 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr continues his theological exploration. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_062_tornadoes_and_god_part_2_02_19_08.mp3 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:50:50 -0500 Rabbi Barr continues his theological exploration. Rabbi Barr continues his theological exploration. 4:59 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores the theological questions raised by the devastation of recent winter tornadoes. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_061_tornadoes_god_and_twain__02_12_08.mp3 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:50:53 -0500 Rabbi Barr explores the theological questions raised by the devastation of recent winter tornadoes. Rabbi Barr explores the theological questions raised by the devastation of recent winter tornadoes. 4:22 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr explores what the Bible really says about abortion. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_060_abortion_and_the_bible__02_05_08.mp3 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:50:56 -0500 Rabbi Barr explores what the Bible really says about abortion. Rabbi Barr explores what the Bible really says about abortion. 4:19 Rabbi Robert Barr no This week the question of circumcision is on Rabbi Barr’s mind. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_059_circumcision_01_29_08.mp3 Tue, 29 Jan 2008 13:51:00 -0500 This week the question of circumcision is on Rabbi Barr’s mind. This week the question of circumcision is on Rabbi Barr’s mind. 4:41 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects upon King’s legacy and others felled by an assassin’s bullet. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_058_m_l_king_day_01_22_08.mp3 Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:51:02 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects upon King’s legacy and others felled by an assassin’s bullet. Rabbi Barr reflects upon King’s legacy and others felled by an assassin’s bullet. 4:33 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on men, women, and marriage. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_057_huckabee_clinton_01_15_08.mp3 Tue, 15 Jan 2008 13:51:05 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on men, women, and marriage. Rabbi Barr comments on men, women, and marriage. 3:50 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on sports, ethics, and religion. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/2008/_056_coach_of_the_year__01_08_08.mp3 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 13:51:08 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on sports, ethics, and religion. Rabbi Barr reflects on sports, ethics, and religion. 3:45 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on how he’s been wished a happy New Year. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_055_happy_new_year__01_02_08.mp3 Thu, 03 Jan 2008 13:51:10 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on how he’s been wished a happy New Year. Rabbi Barr reflects on how he’s been wished a happy New Year. 3:41 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses how Mike Huckabee was able to surge in the polls. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_054_mike_huckabees_secret_weapon_12_18_07.mp3 Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:51:13 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses how Mike Huckabee was able to surge in the polls. Rabbi Barr discusses how Mike Huckabee was able to surge in the polls. 3:58 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr compares Mitt Romney’s recent speech on religion to that of John Kennedy’s. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_053_romneys_speech_12_11_07.mp3 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 13:51:16 -0500 Rabbi Barr compares Mitt Romney’s recent speech on religion to that of John Kennedy’s. Rabbi Barr compares Mitt Romney’s recent speech on religion to that of John Kennedy’s. 4:29 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers his observation about Hanukkah and modern life. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_052_hanukkah_part_2_12_04_07.mp3 Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:51:18 -0500 Rabbi Barr offers his observation about Hanukkah and modern life. Rabbi Barr offers his observation about Hanukkah and modern life. 4:15 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr offers some thoughts about the “miracle” of the oil. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_051__hanukkah_part_1__11_27_07.mp3 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 13:51:21 -0500 Rabbi Barr offers some thoughts about the “miracle” of the oil. Rabbi Barr offers some thoughts about the “miracle” of the oil. 3:45 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses what he calls the Creationist’s Paradox. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_050_creation_museum_revisited_part_2_11_20_07.mp3 Tue, 20 Nov 2007 13:51:23 -0500 Rabbi Barr discusses what he calls the Creationist’s Paradox. Rabbi Barr discusses what he calls the Creationist’s Paradox. 4:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no More of Rabbi Barr’s thoughts about the Creation Museum http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_049_creation_museum_revisited_part_1_11_13_07.mp3 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 13:51:25 -0500 More of Rabbi Barr’s thoughts about the Creation Museum More of Rabbi Barr’s thoughts about the Creation Museum 4:25 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr confesses his sadness as Daylight Saving Time reverts to Standard Time. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_048_daylight_saving_time_11_06_07.mp3 Tue, 06 Nov 2007 13:51:27 -0500 Rabbi Barr confesses his sadness as Daylight Saving Time reverts to Standard Time. Rabbi Barr confesses his sadness as Daylight Saving Time reverts to Standard Time. 3:40 Rabbi Robert Barr no Watching the fires in California, prompted Rabbi Barr to reflect on what he would take if ever evacuated. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_047_the_california_fires_10_30_07.mp3 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 14:51:30 -0400 Watching the fires in California, prompted Rabbi Barr to reflect on what he would take if ever evacuated. Watching the fires in California, prompted Rabbi Barr to reflect on what he would take if ever evacuated. 4:04 Rabbi Robert Barr no Not known as a baseball fan, Rabbi Barr reflects on what he’s learned from the game. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_046_world_series_and_life_lessons_10_23_07.mp3 Tue, 23 Oct 2007 14:51:32 -0400 Not known as a baseball fan, Rabbi Barr reflects on what he’s learned from the game. Not known as a baseball fan, Rabbi Barr reflects on what he’s learned from the game. 3:55 Rabbi Robert Barr no There she goes again spewing insults and Rabbi Barr responds. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_045_ann_coulter_part_2.mp3 Tue, 16 Oct 2007 14:51:37 -0400 There she goes again spewing insults and Rabbi Barr responds. There she goes again spewing insults and Rabbi Barr responds. 4:14 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr responds to Ann Coulter’s recent observation about who she would vote for to be our next President. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_044_ann_coulter_10_09_07.mp3 Tue, 09 Oct 2007 14:51:42 -0400 Rabbi Barr responds to Ann Coulter’s recent observation about who she would vote for to be our next President. Rabbi Barr responds to Ann Coulter’s recent observation about who she would vote for to be our next President. 3:36 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr answers the age old question – what does the lulav symbolize? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_043_the_real_origin_of_sukkot_10_2_07.mp3 Tue, 02 Oct 2007 14:51:44 -0400 Rabbi Barr answers the age old question – what does the lulav symbolize? Rabbi Barr answers the age old question – what does the lulav symbolize? 3:34 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on how a ringing cell phone and other intrusions can disrupt a service. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_041_no_concealed_weapons_09_18_07.mp3 Tue, 18 Sep 2007 14:51:49 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on how a ringing cell phone and other intrusions can disrupt a service. Rabbi Barr comments on how a ringing cell phone and other intrusions can disrupt a service. 3:18 questioning, authority, submission, obedience Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr presents his views on the Binding of Isaac – a troubling Biblical myth. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_040_binding_of_isaac_09_11_07.mp3 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 14:51:52 -0400 Rabbi Barr presents his views on the Binding of Isaac – a troubling Biblical myth. Rabbi Barr presents his views on the Binding of Isaac – a troubling Biblical myth. 3:27 questioning, authority, submission, obedience Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on a recent comment by a morning reporter. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_039_morning_news_and_american_cultural_09_04_07.mp3 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 14:51:54 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on a recent comment by a morning reporter. Rabbi Barr reflects on a recent comment by a morning reporter. 4:21 insensitivity, suicide, pain, perspective, American culture Rabbi Robert Barr no A new charter school opening in Florida started Rabbi Barr thinking about the nature of Jewish identity. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_038_judaism_religious_or_cultural_08_28_07.mp3 Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:51:57 -0400 A new charter school opening in Florida started Rabbi Barr thinking about the nature of Jewish identity. A new charter school opening in Florida started Rabbi Barr thinking about the nature of Jewish identity. 3:27 separation of Church and state, charter schools, culture, Jewish identity, religion, secularism, schools Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr observes that the Christmas Controversy is starting early this year. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_037_Christmas_In_August_08_21_07.mp3 Tue, 21 Aug 2007 14:52:00 -0400 Rabbi Barr observes that the Christmas Controversy is starting early this year. Rabbi Barr observes that the Christmas Controversy is starting early this year. 3:41 inclusive society, tolerance, understanding differences, respecting all faiths, schools, winter festival Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr addresses that most Jewish of questions – are the holidays early or late this year? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_036_high_holidays_early_or_late_08_14_07.mp3 Tue, 14 Aug 2007 14:52:04 -0400 Rabbi Barr addresses that most Jewish of questions – are the holidays early or late this year? Rabbi Barr addresses that most Jewish of questions – are the holidays early or late this year? 3:01 inclusive services, relevant religion,humanistic Judaism, tolerance, understanding differences, respecting all faiths Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Robert Barr comments on a recent conference about the Jewish future. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_035_the_jewish_future_08_07_07.mp3 Tue, 07 Aug 2007 14:52:09 -0400 Rabbi Robert Barr comments on a recent conference about the Jewish future. Rabbi Robert Barr comments on a recent conference about the Jewish future. 3:52 humanistic Judaism, tolerance, understanding differences, respecting all faiths Rabbi Robert Barr no Dr. Sarna’s observation about Rabbi Sherwin Wine prompted Robert Barr to respond. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_034_sarna_on_wine_07_31_07.mp3 Tue, 31 Jul 2007 14:52:12 -0400 Dr. Sarna’s observation about Rabbi Sherwin Wine prompted Robert Barr to respond. Dr. Sarna’s observation about Rabbi Sherwin Wine prompted Robert Barr to respond. 3:42 humanistic Judaism, tolerance, understanding differences, respecting all faiths Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Robert Barr remembers Rabbi Sherwin Wine who was killed in a car crash this weekend while traveling in Morocco. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_033_remembering_rabbi_sherwin_wine_07_24_07.mp3 Tue, 24 Jul 2007 14:52:15 -0400 Rabbi Robert Barr remembers Rabbi Sherwin Wine who was killed in a car crash this weekend while traveling in Morocco. Rabbi Robert Barr remembers Rabbi Sherwin Wine who was killed in a car crash this weekend while traveling in Morocco. 3:51 humanistic Judaism, tolerance, understanding differences, respecting all faiths Rabbi Robert Barr no This is the 3rd and final commentary by Rabbi Robert Barr about exhibit SACRED mounted by the British Library. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_032_sacred_part_iii_07_16_07.mp3 Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:52:18 -0400 This is the 3rd and final commentary by Rabbi Robert Barr about exhibit SACRED mounted by the British Library. This is the 3rd and final commentary by Rabbi Robert Barr about exhibit SACRED mounted by the British Library. 2:52 religious texts, tolerance, understanding differences,respecting all faiths Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr continues his reflections on Sacred - an exhibition at the British LIbrary that he saw on his visit to London. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_031_sacred_part_2_07_10_07.mp3 Wed, 11 Jul 2007 14:52:22 -0400 Rabbi Barr continues his reflections on Sacred - an exhibition at the British LIbrary that he saw on his visit to London. Rabbi Barr continues his reflections on Sacred - an exhibition at the British LIbrary that he saw on his visit to London. 3:20 religious texts, tolerance, understanding differences,respecting all faiths Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on an exhibition of Sacred texts he recently saw. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_030_sacred_part_I_07_03_07.mp3 Tue, 19 Jun 2007 14:52:24 -0400 Rabbi Barr comments on an exhibition of Sacred texts he recently saw. Rabbi Barr comments on an exhibition of Sacred texts he recently saw. 3:42 religious texts, tolerance, understanding differences,respecting all faiths Rabbi Robert Barr no Further reflections by Rabbi Robert Barr on the new Creation Museum in northern Kentucky. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_029_creation_museum_part_ii_06_26_07.mp3 Tue, 26 Jun 2007 14:52:26 -0400 Further reflections by Rabbi Robert Barr on the new Creation Museum in northern Kentucky. Further reflections by Rabbi Robert Barr on the new Creation Museum in northern Kentucky. 3:37 separation of church and state, national religion, science, evolution, myths, creationism, respect for others, politics Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Robert Barr reflects on the new Creation Museum in northern Kentucky. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_028_creation_museum_part_i_06_19_07.mp3 Tue, 19 Jun 2007 14:52:29 -0400 Rabbi Robert Barr reflects on the new Creation Museum in northern Kentucky. Rabbi Robert Barr reflects on the new Creation Museum in northern Kentucky. 3:51 separation of church and state, national religion, science, evolution, myths, creationism, respect for others, politics Rabbi Robert Barr no Listening to the current crop of presidential candidates, Robert Barr has noticed that there is lots of talk about religion. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_027_religion_and_presidential_politics_6_13_07.mp3 Wed, 13 Jun 2007 14:52:32 -0400 Listening to the current crop of presidential candidates, Robert Barr has noticed that there is lots of talk about religion. Listening to the current crop of presidential candidates, Robert Barr has noticed that there is lots of talk about religion. 4:21 separation of church and state, national religion, respect for others, politics Rabbi Robert Barr no This is the last in the series of Rabbi Barr’s thoughts about the legacy of Jerry Falwell. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_026_jerry_falwell_part_iii_06_05_07.mp3 Tue, 05 Jun 2007 14:52:34 -0400 This is the last in the series of Rabbi Barr’s thoughts about the legacy of Jerry Falwell. This is the last in the series of Rabbi Barr’s thoughts about the legacy of Jerry Falwell. 4:45 honesty in remembrance, separation of church and state, national religion, respect for others Rabbi Robert Barr no This is the 2nd part in Rabbi Barr’s look at Jerry Falwell’s legacy. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_025_jerry_falwell_part_ii_05_29_07.mp3 Tue, 29 May 2007 14:52:42 -0400 This is the 2nd part in Rabbi Barr’s look at Jerry Falwell’s legacy. This is the 2nd part in Rabbi Barr’s look at Jerry Falwell’s legacy. 4:34 honesty in remembrance, separation of church and state, national religion, respect for others Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr in the multipart series, discusses the impact of Jerry Falwell. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_024_jerry_falwell_part_1_05_22_07.mp3 Tue, 22 May 2007 14:52:47 -0400 Rabbi Barr in the multipart series, discusses the impact of Jerry Falwell. Rabbi Barr in the multipart series, discusses the impact of Jerry Falwell. 4:22 honesty in remembrance, separation of church and state, national religion, respect for others Rabbi Robert Barr no As he stood over the barbeque on Mother’s Day, Robert Barr began to think changes that have taken place in marriage and motherhood. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_023_remembering_mothers_day_05_15_07.mp3 Tue, 08 May 2007 14:52:52 -0400 As he stood over the barbeque on Mother’s Day, Robert Barr began to think changes that have taken place in marriage and motherhood. As he stood over the barbeque on Mother’s Day, Robert Barr began to think changes that have taken place in marriage and motherhood. 2:56 family, love, children, dignity, humanity Rabbi Robert Barr no Watching the Kentucky Derby prompted Robert Barr to remember Barbaro and consider that we often treat animals more humanely than we treat humans. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_022_remembering_barbaro_05_08_07.mp3 Tue, 08 May 2007 14:52:57 -0400 Watching the Kentucky Derby prompted Robert Barr to remember Barbaro and consider that we often treat animals more humanely than we treat humans. Watching the Kentucky Derby prompted Robert Barr to remember Barbaro and consider that we often treat animals more humanely than we treat humans. 4:22 compassion, mercy, death, dignity, humanity Rabbi Robert Barr no Two recent scandals got Robert Barr thinking about ethics in America. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/_021_sex_lies_and_america_as_usual_05_01_07.mp3 Tue, 01 May 2007 14:53:01 -0400 Two recent scandals got Robert Barr thinking about ethics in America. Two recent scandals got Robert Barr thinking about ethics in America. 3:54 tolerance, diversity, prejudice Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Robert B. Barr ponders what the debate about global warming is really about. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/_020_global_warming_04_24_07.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 14:53:03 -0400 Rabbi Robert B. Barr ponders what the debate about global warming is really about. Rabbi Robert B. Barr ponders what the debate about global warming is really about. 3:48 tolerance, diversity, prejudice Rabbi Robert Barr no The controversy surrounding Don Imus reflects how important talk radio has become in our nation. Robert Barr wonders why? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/_019_don_imus_04_17_07.mp3 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 14:53:06 -0400 The controversy surrounding Don Imus reflects how important talk radio has become in our nation. Robert Barr wonders why? The controversy surrounding Don Imus reflects how important talk radio has become in our nation. Robert Barr wonders why? 3:51 tolerance, diversity, prejudice Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on an article that is entitled the Role of the Rabbi but really prompts a particular view of Judaism. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/_018_the_role_of_the_rabbi_04_10_07.mp3 Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:53:10 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on an article that is entitled the Role of the Rabbi but really prompts a particular view of Judaism. Rabbi Barr comments on an article that is entitled the Role of the Rabbi but really prompts a particular view of Judaism. 4:00 American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research, gay rabbi, tolerance, diversity, Jewish misconceptions, law, concept of God, prejudice, healthier Judaism, informed by science, role of rabbi, Conservative Judaism, biblical view Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on the message of the Passover Seder. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_017_passover_seder_04_03_07.mp3 Tue, 03 Apr 2007 14:53:14 -0400 Rabbi Barr reflects on the message of the Passover Seder. Rabbi Barr reflects on the message of the Passover Seder. 3:29 evolving traditions, relevant Judaism, passover, myth, matzoh, changing rituals Rabbi Robert Barr no In the first of a multi-part series on Passover, Rabbi Barr explores the question of why the slaves were eating matzah before they left Egypt. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_015_the_real_history_of_passover_part_1_03_20_07.mp3 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 13:53:16 -0400 In the first of a multi-part series on Passover, Rabbi Barr explores the question of why the slaves were eating matzah before they left Egypt. In the first of a multi-part series on Passover, Rabbi Barr explores the question of why the slaves were eating matzah before they left Egypt. 3:35 evolving traditions, relevant Judaism, passover, myth, matzoh, changing rituals Rabbi Robert Barr no Ann Coulter’s recent slur against John Edwards causes Rabbi Barr to reflect on a childhood lesson. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_014_sticks_and_stones_03_13_07.mp3 Tue, 13 Mar 2007 13:53:19 -0400 Ann Coulter’s recent slur against John Edwards causes Rabbi Barr to reflect on a childhood lesson. Ann Coulter’s recent slur against John Edwards causes Rabbi Barr to reflect on a childhood lesson. 3:33 Responsibility, intent, power of words, civility, sticks and stones Rabbi Robert Barr no The Scrotum controversy continues, not only among children’s librarians, but now on iTunes. Rabbi Barr gives voice his surprise. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_013_scrotum_and_common_sense_03_06_07.mp3 Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:53:21 -0500 The Scrotum controversy continues, not only among children’s librarians, but now on iTunes. Rabbi Barr gives voice his surprise. The Scrotum controversy continues, not only among children’s librarians, but now on iTunes. Rabbi Barr gives voice his surprise. 4:28 Judaism, children literature, common sense, susan patron, reactionary Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr looks at the current controversy surrounding Susan Patron’s book The Higher Power of Lucky. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_012_scrotum_childrens_literature_and_common_sense_02_27_07.mp3 Tue, 27 Feb 2007 13:53:24 -0500 Rabbi Barr looks at the current controversy surrounding Susan Patron’s book The Higher Power of Lucky. Rabbi Barr looks at the current controversy surrounding Susan Patron’s book The Higher Power of Lucky. 3:28 Judaism, children literature, common sense, susan patron, reactionary Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr believes that an old joke has something to teach us about understanding the Bible. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_011_grammar_creationism_bible_02_20_07.mp3 Tue, 20 Feb 2007 13:53:28 -0500 Rabbi Barr believes that an old joke has something to teach us about understanding the Bible. Rabbi Barr believes that an old joke has something to teach us about understanding the Bible. 3:49 Judaism, grammar, analytical reading, bible, intellectual, scholarship, historical record, linquistics, history, literal creationism Rabbi Robert Barr no Coach Tony Dungy’s comments following this year’s SuperBowl reminded Rabbi Barr of a phone call he received many years ago. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_010_god_disneyworld_superbowl_02_13_07.mp3 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 13:53:31 -0500 Coach Tony Dungy’s comments following this year’s SuperBowl reminded Rabbi Barr of a phone call he received many years ago. Coach Tony Dungy’s comments following this year’s SuperBowl reminded Rabbi Barr of a phone call he received many years ago. 3:16 Judaism, Disneyworld, Superbowl, race relations, celebration, american culture Rabbi Robert Barr no With February 14th rapidly approaching, Rabbi Barr felt compelled to answer the question that plagues many Jewish parents at this time of year – Is it ok for my children to celebrate Valentine’s Day? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_009_valentines_day_02_06_07.mp33 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 13:53:37 -0500 With February 14th rapidly approaching, Rabbi Barr felt compelled to answer the question that plagues many Jewish parents at this time of year – Is it ok for my children to celebrate Valentine’s Day? With February 14th rapidly approaching, Rabbi Barr felt compelled to answer the question that plagues many Jewish parents at this time of year – Is it ok for my children to celebrate Valentine’s Day? 3:17 Judaism, valentine's day, jewish kids, school, celebration Rabbi Robert Barr no The myth of Adam and Eve created the image that women are subordinate to men. Rabbi Barr comments on this, while discussing why one young woman decided not to become a rabbi. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_008_adam_eve_ sexism_01_30_07.mp3 Tue, 30 Jan 2007 13:53:40 -0500 The myth of Adam and Eve created the image that women are subordinate to men. Rabbi Barr comments on this, while discussing why one young woman decided not to become a rabbi. The myth of Adam and Eve created the image that women are subordinate to men. Rabbi Barr comments on this, while discussing why one young woman decided not to become a rabbi. 3:12 Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on one of contemporary Judaism silliest dilemmas - Should Jewish Community Centers around the country be open on Shabbat Morning? http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_007_shabbat_dilemma_01_23_07.mp3 Tue, 23 Jan 2007 13:53:43 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on one of contemporary Judaism silliest dilemmas - Should Jewish Community Centers around the country be open on Shabbat Morning? Rabbi Barr comments on one of contemporary Judaism silliest dilemmas - Should Jewish Community Centers around the country be open on Shabbat Morning? 3:39 modern Jews, observant Jews, JCC, honesty, hypocrisy, shabbat, schedule, open community hours or operation Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr examines Dr. King’s most famous speech – I Have a Dream – and discovers that there is more we have to learn, particularly about religion and America. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_006_king_religion_america_01_16_07.mp3 Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:53:46 -0500 Rabbi Barr examines Dr. King’s most famous speech – I Have a Dream – and discovers that there is more we have to learn, particularly about religion and America. Rabbi Barr examines Dr. King’s most famous speech – I Have a Dream – and discovers that there is more we have to learn, particularly about religion and America. 4:41 Martin Luther King, religion, American values, church, opportunity, equality, race relations, prejudice Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr comments on the recent election of Susan Haverkos, a supporter of intelligent design, to the Ohio State School Board. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_005_intelligent_design_01_09_07.mp3 Tue, 09 Jan 2007 13:53:50 -0500 Rabbi Barr comments on the recent election of Susan Haverkos, a supporter of intelligent design, to the Ohio State School Board. Rabbi Barr comments on the recent election of Susan Haverkos, a supporter of intelligent design, to the Ohio State School Board. 4:41 intelligent design, Ohio, science, religion, state school board, American, values, church, state Rabbi Robert Barr no Robert Barr reflects on the reaction of some to the election of Keith Ellison, a Muslim, to the House of Representatives. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_004_ellison_prager_koran_01_02_07.mp3 Tue, 02 Jan 2007 13:53:53 -0500 Robert Barr reflects on the reaction of some to the election of Keith Ellison, a Muslim, to the House of Representatives. Robert Barr reflects on the reaction of some to the election of Keith Ellison, a Muslim, to the House of Representatives. 5:10 Koran, Elison, Prager, House of Representatives, secularism, humanistic, freedom, American, values, church, state, Muslim, Jew Rabbi Robert Barr no With winter storms raging across the US and Cincinnati having had its first snow of the year – Rabbi Barr has some thoughts about winter storms and school closings. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_003_winter_storm_plan_12_26_06.mp3 Tue, 26 Dec 2006 13:53:55 -0500 With winter storms raging across the US and Cincinnati having had its first snow of the year – Rabbi Barr has some thoughts about winter storms and school closings. With winter storms raging across the US and Cincinnati having had its first snow of the year – Rabbi Barr has some thoughts about winter storms and school closings. 3:33 snow, school closing, sleep, winter, Judaism, secularism, humanistic Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr reflects on a letter that recently crossed his desk. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_002_car_sales_12_19_06.mp3 Tue, 19 Dec 2006 13:53:58 -0500 Rabbi Barr reflects on a letter that recently crossed his desk. Rabbi Barr reflects on a letter that recently crossed his desk. 3:56 bible, car sales, Judaism, secularism, humanistic Rabbi Robert Barr no Rabbi Barr discusses two seemingly unrelated events that occurred Wednesday December 6th which reveal changes in the way gays and lesbians are being treated in society today. http://www.bethadam.org/podcasts/pod_directory.htm http://bethadam.org/podcasts/recordings/_001_mary_cheney_12_12_06.mp3 Tue, 12 Dec 2006 13:54:05 -0500 Two unrelated events reveal changes Rabbi Barr discusses two seemingly unrelated events that occurred Wednesday December 6th which reveal changes in the way gays and lesbians are being treated in society today. 4:52 gays, lesbians, society, culture, judaism, secularism, humanisitic Rabbi Robert Barr no