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Free Speech, Immigration & Britain’s Future: Tommy Robinson Joins The Rabbi’s Table

British activist and author Tommy Robinson joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a candid conversation on free speech, immigration, censorship, and the cultural future of Britain. The discussion explores Robinson’s rise as one of the UK’s most controversial political voices, the backlash he has faced, and the growing debates across Europe over identity, security, religion, and national sovereignty. The Rabbi’s Table is the kind of thoughtful, engaging conversation that once took place around the dinner table—where people could respectfully disagree while genuinely listening to one another. In today’s world, discussions too often turn into arguments, with competing monologues rather than meaningful dialogue. Each week, Rabbi Michael Barclay brings together respected leaders, experts, and voices from politics, culture, and religion to explore important issues through open, honest conversation. Rabbi Michael Barclay is a respected religious leader, educator, and speaker known for his thoug...

Faith & Self-Defense: Sal Litvak on Spiritual Responsibility and Protection

Filmmaker and Accidental Talmudist Sal Litvak joins Rabbi Michael Barclay to explore the religious and spiritual obligation of self-defense, including the role of firearms in protecting life. The conversation examines Jewish ethical teachings, personal responsibility, and how faith and modern realities intersect in discussions around safety, morality, and the duty to defend oneself and others. The Rabbi’s Table is the kind of thoughtful, engaging conversation that once took place around the dinner table—where people could respectfully disagree while genuinely listening to one another. In today’s world, discussions too often turn into arguments, with competing monologues rather than meaningful dialogue. Each week, Rabbi Michael Barclay brings together respected leaders, experts, and voices from politics, culture, and religion to explore important issues through open, honest conversation. Rabbi Michael Barclay is a respected religious leader, educator, and speaker known for his thou...

The Rabbi’s Table: Passover, Easter & the Power of Shared Traditions

Bishop Juan Carlos Mendez, Founder and President of Churches in Action, joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a powerful conversation on Passover and Easter, their shared themes, and influence on Western culture. The discussion also explores Bishop Mendez’s decades of humanitarian work, his leadership across Los Angeles and around the world, and how faith, service, and tradition guide communities through times of need and renewal. The Rabbi’s Table is the kind of thoughtful, engaging conversation that once took place around the dinner table—where people could respectfully disagree while genuinely listening to one another. In today’s world, discussions too often turn into arguments, with competing monologues rather than meaningful dialogue. Each week, Rabbi Michael Barclay brings together respected leaders, experts, and voices from politics, culture, and religion to explore important issues through open, honest conversation. Rabbi Michael Barclay is a respected religious leader, educator...

The Rabbi’s Table with Rabbi Michael Barclay - Dr. Naomi Wolf on Feminism, Freedom & Partnership

Dr. Naomi Wolf, author of eight NYT bestsellers and CEO of DailyClout.io, joins Rabbi Michael Barclay to explore feminism, civil liberties, and her personal journey across the political spectrum. Recurring guest Angela Van Der Pluym joins for a discussion on being a conservative Jewish woman in today’s world and navigating the challenges of the “woke right.” The conversation also explores partnership vs. dominator models, biblical teachings on humankind, and how history and faith shape the future of gender, activism, and society. The Rabbi’s Table is the kind of thoughtful, engaging conversation that once took place around the dinner table—where people could respectfully disagree while genuinely listening to one another. In today’s world, discussions too often turn into arguments, with competing monologues rather than meaningful dialogue. Each week, Rabbi Michael Barclay brings together respected leaders, experts, and voices from politics, culture, and religion to explore important ...

The Rabbi’s Table with Rabbi Michael Barclay - Israel, Identity & Antisemitism: Ambassador David Friedman Joins The Rabbi’s Table

Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman joins Rabbi Michael Barclay for a powerful conversation on Israel’s identity as a Jewish state, the spiritual and historical foundations of the nation, and the resurgence of antisemitism in the modern era. They explore biblical and historical claims to the land, the global battle over Israel’s public image, and how misinformation and social media have shaped today’s anti-Israel narratives. Investigative journalist and recurring contributor Angela Van Der Pluym joins the discussion to examine the geopolitical threats facing Israel following October 7 and the broader implications for the Middle East. The Rabbi’s Table is the kind of thoughtful, engaging conversation that once took place around the dinner table—where people could respectfully disagree while genuinely listening to one another. In today’s world, discussions too often turn into arguments, with competing monologues rather than meaningful dialogue. Each week, Rabbi Michael Bar...