Shai Held: podcast appearances and interviews

Shai Held, born on July 2, 1971, is the President, Dean, and Chair in Jewish Thought at the Hadar Institute. He is a founder of the institute, establishing it in 2006 alongside Rabbis Elie Kaunfer and Ethan Tucker. Held's role involves leadership and academic responsibility within the organization, which is dedicated to Jewish education and thought. His work focuses on fostering understanding and discussion of Jewish ideas and traditions. As a prominent figure in the institute, he contributes to shaping its programs and initiatives in Jewish learning and community engagement.