Ken Brodkin: A Shul Becomes Orthodox [Outreach 5/5]
18Forty Podcast4 Maalis 2025

Ken Brodkin: A Shul Becomes Orthodox [Outreach 5/5]

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Rabbi Ken Brodkin, rabbi of New Jersey’s Congregation B’nai Israel, about how he helped turn it into “the Orthodox synagogue for all Jews.”

We also speak with Eli Kramer—a congregant instrumental in helping the shul affiliate as fully Orthodox—and Emily Appledorf, one of the newer members the shul set out to attract. In this episode we discuss:
  • How can one persuade a century-old congregation with mixed seating to add a mechitza?
  • Why would a young couple finding their way religiously join a newly Orthodox synagogue?
  • What draws an Orthodox rabbi to a career serving the whole spectrum of Jews?
Tune in to hear a conversation about the art of building a Jewish community.

Interview with Eli Kramer: 14:23
Interview with Emily Appledorf: 41:46
Interview with Ken Brodkin: 1:05:37

Rabbi Ken Brodkin is the rabbi of Congregation B’nai Israel in Manalapan, New Jersey. Rabbi Brodkin has dedicated his rabbinate to welcoming Jews of all backgrounds to the community and helping them along their Jewish journey. Rabbi Brodkin was hired by the Shul to help lead CBI’s transition to full Orthodox affiliation.

Subscribe to our email list here.

References:

18Forty Podcast: “Lizzy Savetsky: Becoming a Jewish Influencer and Israel Advocate

Mishnah Berurah by Israel Meir Kagan

The Grandfather I Thought I Knew” by Mrs. Elana Moskowitz

The Tikvah Podcast:David Bashevkin on Orthodox Jews and the American Religious Revival

Tanya by Shneur Zalman of Liadi

Eruvin 53b

Shemot Rabbah 2

Aryeh Kaplan Anthology

Tales Out of Shul by Emanuel Feldman

The Book of Our Heritage by Eliyahu Kitov

Works of the Ramchal

Works of the Maharal


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.

Jaksot(267)

Rahel Bayar: Developing Healthy Boundaries [Abuse 2/3]

Rahel Bayar: Developing Healthy Boundaries [Abuse 2/3]

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Rahel Bayar, founder of The Bayar Group, about abuse awareness and education in faith-based communities. Due to the sensitive nature of this conversa...

17 Touko 202259min

Aharon Schrieber: What Happens When You Call the Police? [Abuse 1/3]

Aharon Schrieber: What Happens When You Call the Police? [Abuse 1/3]

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to ADA Aharon Schrieber about what actually happens when you call the police to report a domestic violence or abuse crime. Due to the sensitive nature o...

10 Touko 20221h 27min

Adina and Eric Yoffie: A Different Path, Still Family [Divergence 5/5]

Adina and Eric Yoffie: A Different Path, Still Family [Divergence 5/5]

This series is sponsored by our friend, Danny Turkel. This episode is sponsored by Ari Bergmann in appreciation of Adina's work and scholarship.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Rabbi...

19 Huhti 20221h 9min

Moshe and Asher Weinberger: Heart of the Fire: Together Even With Small Differences [Divergence 4/5]

Moshe and Asher Weinberger: Heart of the Fire: Together Even With Small Differences [Divergence 4/5]

This series is sponsored by our friend, Danny Turkel. This episode is sponsored by our friend, Evan Goldenberg.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Rav Moshe Weinberger, Rebbe of Kehilla...

12 Huhti 20221h 10min

Larry and Tzipora Rothwachs: Here Without You - A Child's Eating Disorder [Divergence 3/5]

Larry and Tzipora Rothwachs: Here Without You - A Child's Eating Disorder [Divergence 3/5]

This series is sponsored by our friend, Danny Turkel. This episode is sponsored by Camp Morasha in appreciation for Rabbi Rothwachs's tireless dedication to his family and ours.In this episode of the ...

5 Huhti 20221h 31min

Bruce Feiler: The Stories That Bind Us [Divergence 2/5]

Bruce Feiler: The Stories That Bind Us [Divergence 2/5]

This series is sponsored by our friend, Danny Turkel. In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to author Bruce Feiler about family narratives.Bruce has authored many books and articles, includi...

29 Maalis 20221h 6min

Intergenerational Divergence: Recap, Reflections, and Response [Divergence 1/5]

Intergenerational Divergence: Recap, Reflections, and Response [Divergence 1/5]

This series is sponsored by our friend, Danny Turkel.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to the families from our previous series on intergenerational divergence to follow up and see what ...

22 Maalis 20221h 11min

Alex Edelman: Taking Comedy Seriously: Purim

Alex Edelman: Taking Comedy Seriously: Purim

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, David is joined by comedian Alex Edelman for a special Purim discussion exploring the place of humor and levity in a world that often demands our solemnity. A ...

15 Maalis 20221h 2min

Suosittua kategoriassa Uskonto ja hengellisyys

yopuolen-tarinoita-2
kulttien-johdossa
lahko
voi-hyvin-meditaatiot-2
rss-vapaudu-voimaasi
rss-kirkon-ihmeellisimmat-tarinat
rss-kuuntele-raamattu-vuodessa
rss-yopuolen-tarinoita
rss-valo-minussa-2
astropodia
rss-kujalla
rss-verkosto
rss-viisaiden-naisten-neuvosto
rss-kirkko-ja-kaupunki-median-ikivihreimmat-jutut
ilta-podcast
maailmanpuu
rss-raamattupodi-365-paivaa-raamattu-vuodessa-lapi
rss-seuraa-sieluasi
rss-elaman-syvyydet
rss-lakeuden-valo