Detours & Destinations

• Dr. Oded Adomi Leshem - From a Dire Reality to a Hopeful Future

  In this episode, we speak with Dr. Oded Adomi Leshem—Senior Research Associate and Director of the International Hub for Hope Research at Hebrew University. Oded’s journey shifts from covering the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as a documentary filmmaker and cameraman to deep-dive into the human psyche, as he explores one of the most powerful forces in our lives: hope. He shares insights from his research, and reflections on what hope really is—how it shapes political behavior, why it is important in moments of crisis, and how we can cultivate it in ourselves and our societies. From the philosophical to the practical, and against the backdrop of ongoing violence and conflict, Oded invites us to consider whether hope is a destination or a tool—and why, especially now, it may be our most vital resource.Learn more about Dr. Leshem’s work  International Hub for Hope ResearchDr. Leshem’s lectures and workshops www.rethink-hope.com"Hope Amidst Conflict" by Dr. Leshem (Oxford University Press)Rabbi Ingber’s IG https://www.instagram.com/rabbiingber92NY Bronfman Center Events Producer: Efrat BiggerEditor: Maya Gayer Music by: Shimon SmithSpecial Thanks: Eden Sidney Foster

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• Matthew Heineman – From the RV to the Red Carpet

  In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Heineman, the Oscar-nominated, Emmy-winning filmmaker behind Cartel Land, City of Ghosts, The First Wave, American Symphony, and more. Originally on track to become a history teacher, a post-college RV trip turned impromptu film project launched him into a career documenting the world’s most urgent and harrowing stories.From the emergence of ISIS in Syria and cartel drug wars to the battle against COVID in New York City’s hospitals and an artist couple’s struggle with cancer, Heineman shares the twists that shaped his career—why he chooses the hardest subjects, the prices he’s paid for those choices, and what documentaries can teach us about how to live our lives.Matthew Heineman is an Academy Award®-nominated, nine-time Emmy Award-winning, and two-time DGA Award winning-filmmaker. In 2019, he received a nomination for Outstanding Directorial Achievement of a First Time Feature Film Director from the Directors Guild of America for his narrative debut, A Private War —making Heineman and Martin Scorsese the only filmmakers ever nominated for both narrative and documentary DGA Awards. Heineman most recently directed AMERICAN SYMPHONY, which won two GRAMMY awards including Best Music Film, earned Academy Award® and BAFTA nominations, and won a PGA and two Critics' Choice Awards.  Learn more about Matthew Heineman's work https://www.ourtimeprojects.com/Matthew Heineman’s IG https://www.instagram.com/mheinemanRabbi Ingber’s IG https://www.instagram.com/rabbiingber92NY Bronfman Center Events Producer: Efrat BiggerEditor: Maya Gayer Music by: Shimon SmithSpecial Thanks: Eden Sidney Foster

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• Dominique Lévy – From the Art World to the Art of Living

  In this episode, we sit down with Dominique Lévy—renowned gallerist, collector, and force in the international art world. A self-described “Pure Diaspora Product,” Dominique reflects on a childhood shaped by the exile of her Egyptian father and Belgian mother, and the lifelong need to establish a sense of stability and belonging. From dreaming of the circus to founding world-class galleries, her journey spans continents, collaborations, and cultural movements. With decades of experience navigating competitive spheres, Dominique reflects on the evolving nature of the art world, the need for tenderness in the current moment, and the immigrant drive to build something of one’s own—offering insights into motivation, success, and, perhaps most of all, her ultimate aspiration: to finally be able to chill. Lévy Gorvy Dayan Gallery: https://www.levygorvydayan.com/Dominique’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/dominiquealevyThe Gallery’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/levygorvydayanRabbi Ingber's IG  https://www.instagram.com/rabbiingber92NY Bronfman Center  Events Producer: Efrat BiggerEditor: Maya Gayer Music by: Shimon SmithSpecial Thanks: Eden Sidney Foster

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• Rabbi Dianne Cohler-Esses – From a Scripted Future to Uncharted Territories

  In this episode, we sit down with Rabbi Dianne Cohler-Esses, the “first Syrian-Jewish woman rabbi”, a title which carries some complexities. Raised in Brooklyn in a traditional community, Dianne’s journey has been marked by persistence, self-determination, and a willingness to go off the predetermined path. She reflects on her childhood, her early moments of spiritual revelation, and the struggle for acceptance—within her family and her community—when she chose a rabbinic path. Now a leader at Kehilat Romemu and educator across multiple institutions, Dianne speaks candidly about motherhood, community, and finding hope amid despair. Read Rabbi Cohler Esses's articles https://www.myjewishlearning.com/author/rabbi-dianne-cohler-esses/Rabbi Cohler Esses's bio as the covenant foundation award recipient https://covenantfn.org/award-person/rabbi-dianne-cohler-esses/Rabbi Ingber on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rabbiingber92NY Bronfman Center Events Producer: Efrat BiggerEditor: Maya Gayer Music by: Shimon SmithSpecial Thanks: Eden Sidney Foster

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• Jody Gottfried Arnhold - From Dancing Child to Dance-for-Every-Child

  In this episode, we sit down with Jody Gottfried Arnhold—visionary dance educator, founder of the Dance Education Laboratory (DEL) at 92NY, and a passionate advocate for arts in public life. From her early love of dance to decades spent teaching in New York City public schools, Jody’s journey has been guided by a deep belief in the transformative power of movement. She reflects on her path from dancer to teacher to philanthropist, and shares insights into what dance offers beyond technique: empowerment, expression, and democratic literacy. A tireless champion for dance as essential education, Jody speaks about founding DEL, the joy of seeing her students become leaders, and what it takes to create lasting change in the arts. Watch Jody’s acceptance speech of the Teachers College Medal for Distinguished Service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gciHZF3iv0ALearn more about the Dance Education Laboratory: https://www.danceedlab.com/Watch P.S Dance : Next Generation on Thirteen.orgDance Education Laboratory on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/danceedlab/?hl=enRabbi Ingber on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rabbiingber92NY Bronfman Center Events  Producer: Efrat BiggerEditor: Maya Gayer Music by: Shimon SmithSpecial Thanks: Eden Sidney Foster

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