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To a certain degree, our life is a reflection of the choices we have made. To a certain degree, our life is a reflection of G-dly designed features and circumstances custom designed for each of us. Where do fate and choice meet? Understanding this is the key to living the good life!

The Tosefta Sanhedrin 13:1 tells us that the Righteous of all nations have a share in the world to come – Judaism does not believe that people need to become Jewish in order to go to heaven. Today Penina will be speaking with a couple who are Noahides – righteous Gentiles who are not Jewish but love the Torah. Her guests, Jason and Cherrie Lacross will inspire you as they share their spiritual journey and talk about what it’s like to be Noahides. Another incredibly inspiring episode of Leap of Faith you won’t want to miss!

In one morning, in one area, there were already over 25 stoning/explosives attacks on Israelis. Where and why is this happening? Has the Israeli government's defense strategy gone stale? Also, what will happen now with the US removing its troops from Syria, and it's defense secretary leaving his position?

Disharmony, conflict, estrangement from Jewish causes and core values hold the Redemption at bay. What can individuals and community do to fulfill the Messianic Destiny as described by Jacob on his deathbed?

In this week's show, your hosts take things in a different direction. Ross and Jono discuss several news stories related to Politics. Listen in to their views on Australia's recent recognition of "West" Jerusalem as the Israeli Capitol, two recently elected U.S. Congressional members who support BDS, and Yair Netanyahu latest troubles. Check out Political Ineptness this week on Israel on My Mind. Show will be posted on Thursday.

In a Democracy should a Prime Minister hold five ministerial portfolios, or does this amount to abuse of power?

What was one of the hit songs during the 1973 Yom Kippur war? Orly speaks with Israeli singer, Uzy Fux about those older times, and the music he is playing today.

Have you ever wondered about how and when the universe came into being? Rav Yitzchak and William discuss the element of light and how this relates to the beginning of our universe as discussed in Genesis, the first book of the Hebrew Bible.

Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dr. Harold Rhode, the savior of the Iraqi Jewish archives to reveal the Chinese fascination with Jews and Israel and China’s Muslim Uighur connection to Turkey. Rhode was a veteran Turkish and Islamic Affairs expert at the Office of Net Assessment- think tank in the Office of Secretary of Defense. Rhode has lectured in China five times in recent years about the Israel and Jewish way of thinking because, as he puts it, the Chinese believe Jews and Israel think out of the box. . . READ MORE

Israel is under attack, from inside & outside enemies. Terror attacks are increasing, and it seems to many that PM Netanyahu is not acting strong enough against our enemies. Is it a time for change? Moshe Feiglin and his political party 'Zehut' says YES. There must be an alternative to the Bibi government. Real leadership is needed and Moshe Feiglin can bring it. -But will he pass the threshold in the next elections to get into the Knesset? Should people risk losing their votes if the party doesn't get into the Knesset? Shmuel Sackett, Chairman of the 'Zehut International' political party, joins Tamar Yonah on the show as she asks the HARD questions!

What happened on this day, and what lessons do we need to remember and learn from it? Tamar speaks with Rabbi Kalman Packouz from www.ShabbatShalom.org as he teaches the history of the day, why we fast, and what we introspection we should be doing.

For most, part of life's journey includes varying degrees of pain. Pain and suffering can often feel synonymous. What can we do to minimize this suffering and find meaning and purpose within our pain. As difficult as this may sound, this is the key to turning pain into power.

It is said that those who truly seek the truth will eventually find it. Today on Leap of Faith, Penina talks with Malka Shifra Golani whose journey from the religion of Santeria to Orthodox Judaism will have you on the edge of your seat.

Last week, after several terror attacks, Israel buried 3 of its sons; 2 soldiers and one infant baby. Several more were injured. How is it the the Arab terrorists seem to be able to murder Jews today whenever and wherever they want?

The new name for antisemitism is white oppression

In this week's show, Ross and Jono discuss the biblical injunction to wear fringes on the corners of one's garments and how that relates to a recent story in Israel. They also cover the Israeli startup that has found a way to create and market a visual fragrance. What would the Israeli music scene do without Roger Waters spewing hatred towards the Jewish State? Your hosts discuss his latest bullying of a performer, leading to tour cancellation by a Pink Floyd cover band. They also discuss Australia's bold decision to declare Jerusalem as the Capitol of Israel, 3D Printed steaks and a new non-binary, gender-neutral clothing line out of Tel Aviv. This and more in Fringes, Fragrances, & Floyd.

They kill.They maim. They act with impunity while timid Israel - more concerned with the sensitivities of the European Parliament than holy Jews who inhabit this land - ties the hands of an IDF that KNOWS how to handle those who wish us dead. A 'morning after' show includes discussion of the heartbreakingly short life of Amiad Yisroel - son/grandson of giants! - and a call to increasing action to put an end to the scourge which infects the Land.

The IDF: the most left-wing army in the world.

Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dan Diker, Director of the Countering Political Warfare Project at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs to address potentially significant developments in relations between Israel and Arab neighbors in the Middle East and predominately Muslim nations in the strategic Sahel Region of Central Africa.

Howie gets real and talks about Antisemitism.

Orly tells you all about the things politicians do, and no one knows. . .

Why the UN has no definition of terror...

Europe is in Revolt with BREXIT, and France & Belgium's Yellow Vests. Why are they destroying their own cities? ...Also, Israel's Operation Northern Shield. How far does the Hezbollah-Iranian threat go?

When your Judaism means nothing more than eating Chinese food on Christmas and you’re looking for something more, where do you turn? In today’s debut episode, get to know Leap of Faith’s host, Penina Taylor as she share’s her own spiritual journey which brought her from a secular Jew to Christianity and Messianic Judaism to Torah Judaism.

Antisemitism is a protein problem. That is, it takes many forms and shapes and is sometimes not recognizable

There's more to Chanukah dreidels and donuts! The tribe of Yehudah makes tough choices, the same week as Yehudah the Maccabee faces down the despotic Achashverous. Coinciding episodes that altered the trajectory of Jewish history!!!

With Jew hatred at an all-time high in North America and Europe, terror tunnels from Lebanon, rockets from Gaza, Jews beaten in the streets of New York, where do you stand? Are you a Maccabi or a Hellenist?

United hatzalah, bringing safety and life everywhere they go. how an organisation can make a difference.

Rav Yitzchak and William discuss the flame, the wick, the oil and candles of Chanukah and how the Ohr HaGanuz (Hidden Light) comes and reveals the essence of all things. Finally, they interview Lauren Skae who has traveled all over the world seeking spirituality, only to arrive in Tzfat which she describes as the source of all wisdom.

The story of Hanukkah is not a fable. Real wars were fought and it took many battles and approx. 25 years to finally gain independence. How bloody was this war, who died, and who repented? Find out these fascinating facts of history that you probably have never heard regarding the REAL Hanukkah story!