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All...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Accidental babysitting for John Lennon and Yoko Ono, nostalgia and memory on Montreal’s Plateau Mont-Royal and why Stephen Harper is a terrible dinner guest. Plus: how the origins of the ‘Canada is Fake’ movement may lie in the 1995 Referendum.<br /><br />All this and more with political commentator, talk radio legend and author of the new memoir 'Make-up Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life' Tommy Schnurmacher on a very special holiday episode of the award-winning weekly politics and society interview podcast Unpacking the News.<br /><br />Find Tommy's book on Amazon, at talkradiotommy.com and at better bookstores everywhere.<br /><br />Support the show at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/unpackingthenews" rel="noopener">https://www.patreon.com/unpackingthenews</a><br /><br />Music on this episode includes<br /><br />* 'A Merry Christmas from 1928/1929'<br />* 'Joyeaux Noel', Ginette Reno<br />* 'Le Sentier de Neige', Les Classels<br />* 'Il Est Ne Le Divin Enfant', Mitsou<br />* 'Ca Bergers Assemblons Nous', The Stairwell Carollers<br />* 'Noel de Joie', Ginette Menard<br /><br />This conversation was recorded on December 10th and 16th, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3601</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S2, E11: Debating the Jewish Left w/ Jonathan Neumann</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e11-debating-the-jewish-left-w-jonathan-neumann--20311904</link><description><![CDATA[On the eleventh episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by writer Jonathan Neumann to discuss his controversial new polemic 'To Heal the World?: How the Jewish Left Corrupts Judaism and Endangers Israel'.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at Atelier Lou in Westmount<br /><br />Find Tommy's hit memoir 'Make-up Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life' at <a href="http://talkradiotommy.com" rel="noopener">http://talkradiotommy.com</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all of your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. W.<br /><br />This conversation was recorded on November 12th, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20311904</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2019 14:03:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/20311904/xspirits_s2_e11_jonahtan_neumann.mp3" length="35840229" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the eleventh episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by writer Jonathan Neumann to discuss his controversial new polemic 'To Heal the World?: How the Jewish...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the eleventh episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by writer Jonathan Neumann to discuss his controversial new polemic 'To Heal the World?: How the Jewish Left Corrupts Judaism and Endangers Israel'.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at Atelier Lou in Westmount<br /><br />Find Tommy's hit memoir 'Make-up Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life' at <a href="http://talkradiotommy.com" rel="noopener">http://talkradiotommy.com</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all of your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. W.<br /><br />This conversation was recorded on November 12th, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2240</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S2, E10: Makeup Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e10-makeup-tips-from-auschwitz-how-vanity-saved-my-mother-s-life--20010580</link><description><![CDATA[On the tenth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss Tommy's fascinating, funny and fantastic new memoir 'Makeup Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life'.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at Atelier Lou in Westmount<br /><br />Order the memoir online everywhere and at   <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Makeup-Tips-Auschwitz-Vanity-Mothers-ebook/dp/B07WFWK1Q4" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.ca/Makeup-Tips-Auschwitz-Vanity-Mothers-ebook/dp/B07WFWK1Q4</a><br /><br />Find out more about the creative process behind the hit book at <a href="http://talkradiotommy.com" rel="noopener">http://talkradiotommy.com</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all of your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. W.<br /><br />This conversation was recorded on November 12th, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20010580</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:50:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/20010580/xspirits_s2_e9_tommy_s_book.mp3" length="35001384" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the tenth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss Tommy's fascinating, funny and fantastic new memoir 'Makeup Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the tenth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss Tommy's fascinating, funny and fantastic new memoir 'Makeup Tips From Auschwitz: How Vanity Saved My Mother's Life'.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at Atelier Lou in Westmount<br /><br />Order the memoir online everywhere and at   <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Makeup-Tips-Auschwitz-Vanity-Mothers-ebook/dp/B07WFWK1Q4" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.ca/Makeup-Tips-Auschwitz-Vanity-Mothers-ebook/dp/B07WFWK1Q4</a><br /><br />Find out more about the creative process behind the hit book at <a href="http://talkradiotommy.com" rel="noopener">http://talkradiotommy.com</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all of your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. 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W.<br /><br />Watch the hit documentary 'Ask Dr. Ruth' on Hulu.<br /><br />This conversation was recorded on October 23rd, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19768326</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2019 14:31:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19768326/xspirits_dr_ruth.mp3" length="27393273" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the ninth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome the fabulous, fascinating and internationally renown radio and television talk show host, sex therapist and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the ninth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome the fabulous, fascinating and internationally renown radio and television talk show host, sex therapist and author Dr. Ruth Westheimer. <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at the Renoir bar at the Sofitel in downtown Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />For glassware, bar tools and ingredients and all your cocktail needs go to cocktailemporium.com or visit them in Toronto at 20 Kensington ave. in Kensington Market and at 972 Queen st. 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more than a century.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at Papermans Funeral Home<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />To find out more about Paperman & Sons go to <a href="https://www.paperman.com/en" rel="noopener">https://www.paperman.com/en</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19535420</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:39:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19535420/xspirits_s2_e8_papermans_final.mp3" length="24097247" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the eighth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome Joseph and Ross Paperman, two of the directors at Paperman &amp; Sons, to explore faith and grief, mourning and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the eighth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome Joseph and Ross Paperman, two of the directors at Paperman & Sons, to explore faith and grief, mourning and tradition, and how the Paperman family has prioritized care for the deceased and their loved ones for more than a century.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at Papermans Funeral Home<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, 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podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome McGill University academic and author Dr. Joe Schwarcz to discuss the chemistry of faith, quack remedies and the state of science in a fake news world..<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at Atelier Lou (376 avenue Victoria, Westmount) <br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19001112</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2019 17:35:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19001112/xspirits_ep7_joe_schwarcz.mp3" 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broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2418</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S2, E6: The Young and the Restless Political Pundit w/ Anthony Koch</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e6-the-young-and-the-restless-political-pundit-w-anthony-koch--18722650</link><description><![CDATA[On the sixth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome the precocious and pugnacious 20-year-old Anthony Koch to discuss McGill campus politics, 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the sixth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome the precocious and pugnacious 20-year-old Anthony Koch to discuss McGill campus politics, contemporary...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the sixth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome the precocious and pugnacious 20-year-old Anthony Koch to discuss McGill campus politics, contemporary conservatism and why he's made the decision to convert to Judaism.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at the elegant Cloakroom Bar in Montreal's Golden Square Mile (2175 Rue de la Montagne)<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted 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reconciliation.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at the Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Thanks to the Diller Teen Fellowship for their generous support on this episode.<br /><br />For more information on the Native Women's Shelter of Montreal go to <a href="http://www.nwsm.info/" rel="noopener">http://www.nwsm.info/</a><br /><br />To learn more about the Museum of Jewish Montreal visit <a href="http://imjm.ca/" rel="noopener">http://imjm.ca/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on July 18th, 2019.]]></description><guid 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/>Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded live at the Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Thanks to the Diller Teen Fellowship for their generous support on this episode.<br /><br />For more information on the Native Women's Shelter of Montreal go to <a href="http://www.nwsm.info/" rel="noopener">http://www.nwsm.info/</a><br /><br />To learn more about the Museum of Jewish Montreal visit <a href="http://imjm.ca/" rel="noopener">http://imjm.ca/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on July 18th, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2533</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S2, E4: How to Be in a Good Mood Very Early in the Morning w/ Terry DiMonte</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e4-how-to-be-in-a-good-mood-very-early-in-the-morning-w-terry-dimonte--18493428</link><description><![CDATA[On the fourth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome legendary Montreal radio personality Terry DiMonte for a conversation exploring his incredible career, his recent engagement and what it's been like hanging out with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the last 20 years.  <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on April 18th, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18493428</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2019 21:27:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/18493428/xspirits_s2_e4_dimonte_final.mp3" length="43305398" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the fourth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome legendary Montreal radio personality Terry DiMonte for a conversation exploring his incredible career, his...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the fourth episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome legendary Montreal radio personality Terry DiMonte for a conversation exploring his incredible career, his recent engagement and what it's been like hanging out with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the last 20 years.  <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on April 18th, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2707</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S2, E3: Behind the Veil of Secularism w/ Fariha Naqvi-Mohamed</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e3-behind-the-veil-of-secularism-w-fariha-naqvi-mohamed--18361597</link><description><![CDATA[On the third episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome journalist Fariha Nagvi-Mohamed for a provocative discussion on politics and religious freedom in a post-Bill 21 Quebec.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Bar le Cloakroom (2175 rue de la Montagne)<br /><br />Follow the hosts on Twitter @talkradiotommy, @avtherav and @spiritsspiritu1<br />and on Instagram at spirits_spirituality<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on June 20th, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18361597</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2019 17:12:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/18361597/xspirits_s2_e3_raised.mp3" length="41396160" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the third episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome journalist Fariha Nagvi-Mohamed for a provocative discussion on politics and religious freedom in a post-Bill...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the third episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome journalist Fariha Nagvi-Mohamed for a provocative discussion on politics and religious freedom in a post-Bill 21 Quebec.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Bar le Cloakroom (2175 rue de la Montagne)<br /><br />Follow the hosts on Twitter @talkradiotommy, @avtherav and @spiritsspiritu1<br />and on Instagram at spirits_spirituality<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on June 20th, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2588</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S2, E2: Judaism Without God w/ writer Michael Carin</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e2-judaism-without-god-w-writer-michael-carin--18237172</link><description><![CDATA[On the second episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome writer Michael Carin for a discussion on his startling new alternate history 'Churchill at Munich'.  Plus: a conversation exploring the bold, controversial argument he makes for a secular Judaism in his 2001 book 'The Future Jew'.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on April 18th, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18237172</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2019 12:21:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/18237172/xspirits_s2_e2_michael_carin.mp3" length="38649750" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the second episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome writer Michael Carin for a discussion on his startling new alternate history 'Churchill at Munich'.  Plus: a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the second episode of Season 2 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold welcome writer Michael Carin for a discussion on his startling new alternate history 'Churchill at Munich'.  Plus: a conversation exploring the bold, controversial argument he makes for a secular Judaism in his 2001 book 'The Future Jew'.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on April 18th, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2416</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S2, E1    Shiva: Bereaved, Bothered and Bewildered</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e1-shiva-bereaved-bothered-and-bewildered--18091918</link><description><![CDATA[On Season 2, Episode 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss grief, mourning and the strength found in community and tradition during difficult times.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />For a refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links in exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, visit our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on May 23rd, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18091918</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2019 13:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/18091918/xspirits_s2_e1_2nd_final.mp3" length="34721352" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On Season 2, Episode 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss grief, mourning and the strength found in community and tradition during difficult times.

Production by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On Season 2, Episode 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold sit down to discuss grief, mourning and the strength found in community and tradition during difficult times.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />For a refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links in exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, visit our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on May 23rd, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2171</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E12: As Catholic As the Pope w/ Rev. Thomas Dowd</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e12-as-catholic-as-the-pope-w-rev-thomas-dowd--17520737</link><description><![CDATA[On the twelfth and final episode of Season 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold join the Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montréal Rev. Thomas Dowd for a very Catholic conversation at the seminary library of the seminary of the Basilique-Cathédrale Marie-Reine-du-Monde in downtown Montreal.   <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />Follow Reverend Dowd on Twitter at @thomasdowd_ca<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on December 5th, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17520737</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2019 13:28:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/17520737/xspirits_ep12_final.mp3" length="38304934" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the twelfth and final episode of Season 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold join the Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montréal Rev. Thomas Dowd for a very Catholic...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the twelfth and final episode of Season 1 of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold join the Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montréal Rev. Thomas Dowd for a very Catholic conversation at the seminary library of the seminary of the Basilique-Cathédrale Marie-Reine-du-Monde in downtown Montreal.   <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br /><br />Follow Reverend Dowd on Twitter at @thomasdowd_ca<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on December 5th, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2395</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E11: Dealing with a Doula w/ Rivka Cymbalist</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e11-dealing-with-a-doula-w-rivka-cymbalist--17381899</link><description><![CDATA[On the eleventh episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by Rivka Cymbalist (author of 'The Birth Conspiracy: Natural Birth, Hospitals, and Doulas : a Guide') for a dialogue exploring religion, childbirth and midwifery.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Caffè della Pace (1002 ave. Van Horne, Montreal)<br /><br />For information on Rivka Cymbalist see <a href="https://www.mbcdoulaschool.ca/" rel="noopener">https://www.mbcdoulaschool.ca/</a><br /><br />For more on the venue go to <a href="https://www.caffedellapace.com/" rel="noopener">https://www.caffedellapace.com/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 2nd, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17381899</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 14:55:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/17381899/xspirits_ep11_rivka_cymbalist.mp3" length="33748761" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the eleventh episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by Rivka Cymbalist (author of 'The Birth Conspiracy: Natural Birth, Hospitals, and Doulas : a Guide') for a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the eleventh episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold are joined by Rivka Cymbalist (author of 'The Birth Conspiracy: Natural Birth, Hospitals, and Doulas : a Guide') for a dialogue exploring religion, childbirth and midwifery.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Caffè della Pace (1002 ave. Van Horne, Montreal)<br /><br />For information on Rivka Cymbalist see <a href="https://www.mbcdoulaschool.ca/" rel="noopener">https://www.mbcdoulaschool.ca/</a><br /><br />For more on the venue go to <a href="https://www.caffedellapace.com/" rel="noopener">https://www.caffedellapace.com/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 2nd, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2110</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E10: Building Bridges in Politics and Religion w/ Mindy Pollak</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e10-building-bridges-in-politics-and-religion-w-mindy-pollak--17242745</link><description><![CDATA[On the tenth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the connections between activism, faith and electoral politics with Projet Montréal city councilwoman and Outremont borough councilor Mindy Pollak.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Resto Bar Chops (5322 Queen Mary road, Montreal)<br /><br />For information on Mindy Pollak go to <a href="https://www.mindypollak.ca/" rel="noopener">https://www.mindypollak.ca/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 19th, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17242745</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2019 17:21:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/17242745/xspirits_ep10_mindy_pollak.mp3" length="36673221" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the tenth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the connections between activism, faith and electoral politics with Projet Montréal city councilwoman and Outremont...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the tenth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the connections between activism, faith and electoral politics with Projet Montréal city councilwoman and Outremont borough councilor Mindy Pollak.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Resto Bar Chops (5322 Queen Mary road, Montreal)<br /><br />For information on Mindy Pollak go to <a href="https://www.mindypollak.ca/" rel="noopener">https://www.mindypollak.ca/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 19th, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2293</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E9: Laughing At (and With) God w/ Just For Laughs co-founder Andy Nulman</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e9-laughing-at-and-with-god-w-just-for-laughs-co-founder-andy-nulman--17096722</link><description><![CDATA[On the ninth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore why laughter is the best spiritual medicine with 'Just for Laughs' co-founder, comedian and tech entrepreneur Andy Nulman.   <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Cloakroom (2175 rue de la Montagne, Montreal)<br /><br />For information on Andy's career, bibliography and more go to andynulman.com<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on January 22nd, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17096722</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2019 16:21:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/17096722/cs_s_ep9_final.mp3" length="41820389" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the ninth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore why laughter is the best spiritual medicine with 'Just for Laughs' co-founder, comedian and tech entrepreneur Andy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the ninth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore why laughter is the best spiritual medicine with 'Just for Laughs' co-founder, comedian and tech entrepreneur Andy Nulman.   <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Cloakroom (2175 rue de la Montagne, Montreal)<br /><br />For information on Andy's career, bibliography and more go to andynulman.com<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on January 22nd, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2614</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E8: The Evolution of Religious Thinking w/ Dr. Gad Saad</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e8-the-evolution-of-religious-thinking-w-dr-gad-saad--16965628</link><description><![CDATA[On the eighth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss masculinity, multiculturalism, feminism and faith with professor, evolutionary behavioral scientist, author, and public intellectual Dr. Gad Saad.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at a top secret location recommended by Roger Stone<br /><br />For more Gad Saad look for the most recent episode of his popular interview show 'The Saad Truth', featuring a conversation with Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, on Youtube.<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on January 28th, 2019.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16965628</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 14:22:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16965628/xsprits_ep8_gad_saad_final.mp3" length="43294113" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the eighth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss masculinity, multiculturalism, feminism and faith with professor, evolutionary behavioral scientist, author, and public...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the eighth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss masculinity, multiculturalism, feminism and faith with professor, evolutionary behavioral scientist, author, and public intellectual Dr. Gad Saad.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at a top secret location recommended by Roger Stone<br /><br />For more Gad Saad look for the most recent episode of his popular interview show 'The Saad Truth', featuring a conversation with Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, on Youtube.<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on January 28th, 2019.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2706</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E7: On Writing and Faith w/ author Nathan Englander</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e7-on-writing-and-faith-w-author-nathan-englander--16822466</link><description><![CDATA[On the seventh episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss faith and writing with Nathan Englander, a Guggenheim Fellow and author of the acclaimed 'For the Relief of Unbearable Urges', 'The Ministry of Special Cases' and the Pulitzer-nominated 'What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank'. <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at the Sofitel Montreal<br /><br />For more on Nathan Englander's writing go to nathanenglander.com<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 6th, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16822466</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2019 16:33:45 +0000</pubDate><enclosure 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/>Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at the Sofitel Montreal<br /><br />For more on Nathan Englander's writing go to nathanenglander.com<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 6th, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2547</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E6: How to Fill a Church w/ Rev. 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Singh<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at the Museum of Jewish Montreal <br /><br />For more on Reverend Singh's work go to stjax.org<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on September 12th, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16668466</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 14:04:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16668466/xspirits_ep6_graham_singh_final.mp3" length="44511628" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the sixth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore the history of downtown Montreal's St. Jax Anglican Church (formerly St. James the Apostle from 1864 to 2015) and discuss...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the sixth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore the history of downtown Montreal's St. Jax Anglican Church (formerly St. James the Apostle from 1864 to 2015) and discuss how to re-think, re-brand and essentially re-launch a church with the Reverend Graham A. Singh<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at the Museum of Jewish Montreal <br /><br />For more on Reverend Singh's work go to stjax.org<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on September 12th, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2782</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E5: Spirits &amp; Sexuality w/ Dr. Laurie Betito</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e5-spirits-sexuality-w-dr-laurie-betito--16424394</link><description><![CDATA[On the fifth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold find out why sex, love and passion have no expiration date with clinical psychologist, sex therapist and syndicated radio host Dr. Laurie Betito.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Cafe della Pace in Montreal's Mile End<br /><br />For more of Dr. Betito's work go to <a href="http://www.drlaurie.com/" rel="noopener">http://www.drlaurie.com/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 2nd, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16424394</guid><pubDate>Sun, 09 Dec 2018 16:40:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16424394/xraxspirits_ep5_betito_final.mp3" length="35470335" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the fifth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold find out why sex, love and passion have no expiration date with clinical psychologist, sex therapist and syndicated radio host...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the fifth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold find out why sex, love and passion have no expiration date with clinical psychologist, sex therapist and syndicated radio host Dr. Laurie Betito.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at Cafe della Pace in Montreal's Mile End<br /><br />For more of Dr. Betito's work go to <a href="http://www.drlaurie.com/" rel="noopener">http://www.drlaurie.com/</a><br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on November 2nd, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2217</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image 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Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on October 25th, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16306958</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Nov 2018 19:01:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16306958/xspirits_ep4_frum.mp3" length="44569724" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the fourth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss morale, morality and the stubborn support of American evangelicals for Donald Trump with special guest Canada-US...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the fourth episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss morale, morality and the stubborn support of American evangelicals for Donald Trump with special guest Canada-US political commentator David Frum (The Atlantic Monthly, MSNBC and author of 'Trumpocracy: The Corruption of the American Republic').<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at the Chateau Versailles Hotel in Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />This episode was recorded on October 25th, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2786</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E3: Faith, Feminism and Quebec's Charter of Values</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e3-faith-feminism-and-quebec-s-charter-of-values--16190485</link><description><![CDATA[On the third episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore faith and feminism with guest Dr. Kimberley Manning of Concordia University's Simone de Beauvoir Institute. <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />Established in 1978, the Simone de Beauvoir Institute has the oldest Women’s Studies program in Canada and is recognized as one of the most innovative places in Quebec and Canada to study feminisms and develop initiatives that promote equality and social justice.  For more information go to <a href="http://www.concordia.ca/artsci/sdbi.html" rel="noopener">http://www.concordia.ca/artsci/sdbi.html</a><br /><br />This conversation was recorded in August, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16190485</guid><pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:01:53 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16190485/xspirits_ep3_dr_kimberley_manning.mp3" length="35528431" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the third episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore faith and feminism with guest Dr. Kimberley Manning of Concordia University's Simone de Beauvoir Institute. 

Production...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the third episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore faith and feminism with guest Dr. Kimberley Manning of Concordia University's Simone de Beauvoir Institute. <br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />Established in 1978, the Simone de Beauvoir Institute has the oldest Women’s Studies program in Canada and is recognized as one of the most innovative places in Quebec and Canada to study feminisms and develop initiatives that promote equality and social justice.  For more information go to <a href="http://www.concordia.ca/artsci/sdbi.html" rel="noopener">http://www.concordia.ca/artsci/sdbi.html</a><br /><br />This conversation was recorded in August, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2221</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E2: Hate, Empathy and the Westboro Baptist Church</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e2-hate-empathy-and-the-westboro-baptist-church--16081084</link><description><![CDATA[On the second episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the power of empathy in overcoming hatred as guest David Abitbol (jewlicious.com) explores the origins of his friendship with Megan Phelps-Roper, a former member of extremist hate group the Westboro Baptist Church.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />Jewlicious is a grassroots organization changing the way young adults affiliate and participate in Jewish life.  Find out more at jewlicious.com.<br /><br />This conversation was recorded in August, 2018.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16081084</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2018 12:01:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16081084/xsands_ep1_final.mp3" length="35377966" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the second episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the power of empathy in overcoming hatred as guest David Abitbol (jewlicious.com) explores the origins of his friendship...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the second episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold discuss the power of empathy in overcoming hatred as guest David Abitbol (jewlicious.com) explores the origins of his friendship with Megan Phelps-Roper, a former member of extremist hate group the Westboro Baptist Church.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.<br /><br />Jewlicious is a grassroots organization changing the way young adults affiliate and participate in Jewish life.  Find out more at jewlicious.com.<br /><br />This conversation was recorded in August, 2018.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2212</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>S1, E1: Religion, Like Whiskey, Should Always Be Unadulterated</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-e1-religion-like-whiskey-should-always-be-unadulterated--15959586</link><description><![CDATA[On the inaugural episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore what they aim to achieve with the show.  And- religion can be arduous: discussing faith, trust and kosher cruise ships.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15959586</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Oct 2018 17:07:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/15959586/xs_s_pilot_final.mp3" length="34765238" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Jewish Living Lab</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the inaugural episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore what they aim to achieve with the show.  And- religion can be arduous: discussing faith, trust and kosher cruise...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the inaugural episode of Canada’s premiere faith and conversation podcast, hosts Tommy Schnurmacher and Rabbi Avi Finegold explore what they aim to achieve with the show.  And- religion can be arduous: discussing faith, trust and kosher cruise ships.<br /><br />Production by Andre Goulet<br />Technical assistance from Ricochet Media<br />Logo by Design is Yummy<br />Theme music by Montreal hip-hop and klezmer composer Socalled<br />Recorded at The Museum of Jewish Montreal<br /><br />Check out the refined collection of rings, broaches, cuff-links and more, exclusive designs handcrafted in Montreal by some of the most skilled artisans in the world, at our sponsor Atelier Lou (<a href="http://atelierlou.com/)" rel="noopener">http://atelierlou.com/)</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2173</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce5f8c256aa424fab94c30e500f330f5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
