What does being a courageous Jew mean to you today? If the past few years have left you searching for clarity, strength, or connection, this evening is for you.
Rooted in the timeless wisdom of our sages and the enduring spirit of Hanukkah, we will discuss the blueprint that will help us find our own sense of courage and pride today.
Join Dr. Mijal Bitton and Dr. Noam Weissman as they bring their podcast, Wondering Jews, to The Dupree stage for an honest, inspiring conversation on how we can gather strength from our heritage and turn ancient Jewish bravery into present-day action.
You’ll leave with real stories, deep insights, and a renewed sense of your own power; surrounded by a community asking the very same questions.
Presented in partnership with OpenDor Media.
Rooted in the timeless wisdom of our sages and the enduring spirit of Hanukkah, we will discuss the blueprint that will help us find our own sense of courage and pride today.
Join Dr. Mijal Bitton and Dr. Noam Weissman as they bring their podcast, Wondering Jews, to The Dupree stage for an honest, inspiring conversation on how we can gather strength from our heritage and turn ancient Jewish bravery into present-day action.
You’ll leave with real stories, deep insights, and a renewed sense of your own power; surrounded by a community asking the very same questions.
Presented in partnership with OpenDor Media.
The Courage to Be Jewish: A Live Wondering Jews Podcast
Co-Chair: Emily Yehezkel & Anat D. Granath
Wednesday | December 2, 2026 | $18
7:30–9:00 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)
The Dupree Conference and Education Center
Wednesday | December 2, 2026 | $18
7:30–9:00 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)
The Dupree Conference and Education Center
Dr. Mijal Bitton is a sociologist, a spiritual leader and a community builder. She is Dean of the Maimonides Jewish Leadership Institute, where she leads the educational vision for a new institute shaping the next generation of Jewish leaders. She is a co-founder and a spiritual leader of The Downtown Minyan and directed the National Study of Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews in the United States. An alumna of the Wexner Graduate Fellowship, she is also a New Pluralist Field Builder and a Sacks Scholar. She is a contributor to the Call Me Back podcast, and writes Committed, a weekly Substack newsletter on Jewish wisdom for living meaningfully today.
Dr. Noam Weissman serves as the Executive Vice President of OpenDor Media, where he drives the organization’s educational vision and strategic growth. Through its Unpacked, Unpacked for Educators, ConnectED, and Amplified brands, Noam oversees content and curricula that engage
millions of young people worldwide. He is the host of the acclaimed podcast Unpacking Israeli History, where he explores the complexities surrounding Israel, Judaism, and the Jewish experience - approaching each with nuance, balance, and intellectual honesty.
Together, they host Wondering Jews, a conversation about Jewish ideas and everyday life that is thoughtful, funny and sometimes contentious. It’s made for scholars and curious newcomers alike.
Dr. Noam Weissman serves as the Executive Vice President of OpenDor Media, where he drives the organization’s educational vision and strategic growth. Through its Unpacked, Unpacked for Educators, ConnectED, and Amplified brands, Noam oversees content and curricula that engage
millions of young people worldwide. He is the host of the acclaimed podcast Unpacking Israeli History, where he explores the complexities surrounding Israel, Judaism, and the Jewish experience - approaching each with nuance, balance, and intellectual honesty.
Together, they host Wondering Jews, a conversation about Jewish ideas and everyday life that is thoughtful, funny and sometimes contentious. It’s made for scholars and curious newcomers alike.
