003 Choose Life: A Conversation with Professor Abby Fifer-Mandell

003 Choose Life: A Conversation with Professor Abby Fifer-Mandell

In this episode of "The Rest is Commentary," host Shep Rosenman is joined by Abby Fifer-Mandell, a senior lecturer in entrepreneurship at USC and a visiting professor at UVA's School of Medicine. They delve deep into a conversation inspired by Psalm 91 and the song "Fraction of Grace," touching on themes of loss, family, depression, and social networks.

Shep and Abby explore the phenomenon of what we see and what we don't see, both in our relationships and within ourselves. They discuss the hidden and revealed aspects of life, the choices we make, and the unseen labor that shapes our existence. Abby shares personal reflections on her family's influence and the ways childhood traditions carry into adulthood.

The episode also examines the profound impact of community and faith-based networks on mental health, the balance between individuality and belonging, and the importance of rituals. Abby and Shep navigate through the complexities of depression and anxiety, offering insights on coping mechanisms and the moments of grace that bring light into darkness.

Join Shep and Abby for an intimate and heartfelt conversation that underscores the interconnectedness of humanity and the divine grace that touches our lives.

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058:  Sacred String Theory: A Conversation with Jim Wright

058: Sacred String Theory: A Conversation with Jim Wright

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057: Going to Hope: A Conversation with Rabbi Leon Wiener-Dow

057: Going to Hope: A Conversation with Rabbi Leon Wiener-Dow

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056: The Harmony of Hevrusa: A Conversation with Rabba Yaffa Epstein

056: The Harmony of Hevrusa: A Conversation with Rabba Yaffa Epstein

If you’ve ever wanted to hear Torah, music, and prayer collide in a way that feels deeply human and unexpectedly moving, this conversation is for you. In this episode, Rabba Yaffa Epstein and host She...

17 Juli 55min

055: Mistakes, Grace, Boundaries: A Conversation with Rabbi Hannah Jensen

055: Mistakes, Grace, Boundaries: A Conversation with Rabbi Hannah Jensen

Unlock a fresh perspective on mistakes, forgiveness, and genuine connection in this conversation with Rabbi Hannah Jensen, inspired by Host Shep Rosenman’s song “Worth Decanting” (from Psalm 25).  She...

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054: Jazz, Mystery, and the Search for God: A Conversation with Amy Guterson

054: Jazz, Mystery, and the Search for God: A Conversation with Amy Guterson

In this intimate and wide-ranging conversation, Shep sits with playwright and educator Amy Guterson to explore “Stay,” a song inspired by Psalm 31, and the mysterious places where jazz, mysticism, and...

24 Juni 1h 3min

053: Kvell Like a Champion: A Conversation with 10 x Xterra Champion Barbara Edelston Peterson

053: Kvell Like a Champion: A Conversation with 10 x Xterra Champion Barbara Edelston Peterson

Ready to discover how celebrating others can transform your life, your community, and even your performance under pressure? In this electrifying episode of The Rest is Commentary, host Shep Rosenman s...

18 Juni 1h

052:  If Gd Sleeps, Humans Act: A Conversation with Stephen Hopkins

052: If Gd Sleeps, Humans Act: A Conversation with Stephen Hopkins

What if a warlike psalm could become a song of empathetic resistance? Director Stephen Hopkins and host Shep Rosenman discuss "Time to Act" inspired by Psalm 76 and how the song flips aggression into ...

10 Juni 46min

051: Architecture of the Heart: A Conversation with Naomi Langer Voss

051: Architecture of the Heart: A Conversation with Naomi Langer Voss

Uncover how love, faith, and community collide in this deep, honest conversation with Naomi Langer Voss and Shep Rosenman. Through Psalm 6 and the song it inspired Shep to write, “Have Mercy, Loretta,...

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