#63: A Quintessentially American Jewish Institution

July 22, 2021 00:35:58
#63: A Quintessentially American Jewish Institution
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#63: A Quintessentially American Jewish Institution

Jul 22 2021 | 00:35:58

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Show Notes

Shuly Rubin Schwartz (JTS) joins Yehuda Kurtzer to reflect on her new role as Chancellor of the Jewish Theological Seminary and the integrative learning that happens there. Together they discuss the ideals of the institution, the challenges of leading in a polarized era, and the value of history as context for profound and long-lasting learning.

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