In this episode, Molly interviews award-winning playwright Bess Welden and David Winitsky, Founder and Executive Director of the Jewish Plays Project. Welden and her new play 𝑴𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔 recently won the JPP’s 11th Annual Jewish Playwr

J Talks | Eli Small

May 23rd, 2022 33m 11s

In this episode, Molly speaks with former Center Day Camp Director Eli Small about his roles as a developer, business owner, and former teacher navigating the Covid era, and the balancing act of passing on values and traditions he was raised wi

J Talks | Patrisha McLean

Mar 9th, 2022 30m 21s

In this episode, Molly talks with the journalist and photographer, Patrisha McLean. Patricia founded the nonprofit Finding Our Voices, which is dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding domestic violence and supporting survivors in their jou

J Talks | Sara Hallie Richardson

Apr 29th, 2021 22m 17s

In this episode, Molly talks with the JCA's Welcoming Receptionist and local musician, Sara Hallie Richardson. They talk about performing live during a pandemic, serving celebrities in LA, and observing Judaism with a broader lens.

J Talks | Stephen J. Schwartz

Mar 16th, 2021 30m 33s

In this episode, Molly talks with attorney, Stephen J. Schwartz, about his memories of Portland as a kid, his loving father, his experiences in practicing law, and the history behind our new Jewish Community Alliance building on Congress!

J Talks | Karl Schatz and Margaret Hathaway

Feb 9th, 2021 27m 35s

In this episode, Molly talks with Karl and Margaret- the beautiful people behind Ten Apple Farms. They discuss goat hikes, their cookbook, and the importance of holding on to hope.

J Talks | Judi Slotsky

Jan 28th, 2021 20m 44s

In this episode, our guest interviewer and welcoming receptionist, Sara Richardson, interviews our very own Mah Jongg instructor, Judi Slotsky!We talk about the basics of Mah Jongg, why it's so fun, and our excitement around playing it together

J Talks | Rabbi Carolyn Braun

Jan 21st, 2021 24m 26s

Welcome Season Two! In this episode, Molly speaks with Rabbi Carolyn Braun about her connection with judaism at an early age, her rabbinical journey as a woman, and the joys she is finding in this "new normal."

J Talks | Rabbi David Sandmel

Nov 23rd, 2020 30m 44s

In this episode, Molly talks to Rabbi Sandmel, Senior Advisor on Interreligious Affairs at ADL (Anti-Defamation League). We learn about his connections to Maine and the work he does through ADL.

J Talks | Cantor Sheila Nesis

Nov 5th, 2020 27m 31s

Quite apropos of this week, Molly talks to Cantor Sheila Nesis about the power of healing through music, the ways in which we can come together, and how to hold space for everyone.

J Talks | Barbara Merson

Oct 26th, 2020 27m 54s

In this episode, Molly talks to Maine Jewish Film Festival Executive Director, Barbara Merson, about the behind-the-scenes process of MJFF, community engagement, and belly dancing! The Maine Jewish Film Festival goes from November 7th to the 22

J Talks | Rabbi Jared Saks

Sep 17th, 2020 29m 37s

In this episode, Molly talks with Rabbi Jared Saks of Congregation Bet Ha'am about social justice, inspiring the youth, and why connection is so important.

J Talks | Rabbi Aaron Shub

Sep 14th, 2020 28m 31s

In this episode, Molly talks with Rabbi Aaron Shub, of Congregation Shaarey Tphiloh, about his rabbinic journey, plans for the High Holidays, and reaching out to people during this time in history.

J Talks | Rabbi Gary Berenson

Sep 4th, 2020 29m 55s

In this episode, Molly talks life, High Holidays, and Black Lives Matter with Rabbi Gary Berenson.

J Talks | Rabbi Aaron Shub

Sep 3rd, 2020 28m 31s

In this episode, Molly talks with Rabbi Aaron Shub, of Congregation Shaarey Tphiloh, about his rabbinic journey, plans for the High Holidays, and reaching out to people during this time in history.

J Talks | Jeff Tremblay

Aug 24th, 2020 24m 15s

In this episode, Molly chats with the head of Levey Day School in Portland Maine, Jeff Tremblay. Learn where he started, what he's done for Levey, and how he plans to move it forward in the time of Covid!

J Talks | Rabbi Rachel Isaacs

Aug 18th, 2020 37m 47s

In this episode, Molly talks with Rabbi Rachel Isaacs of Congregation Beth Israel in Waterville, Maine about Jewish life in small towns, Judaism in the time of Covid, and the scoop on Seth Rogan.

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