The Rabbi's Table with Rabbi Michael Barclay

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 ...

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...