As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
David Groen
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06/10 – 1:30pm ET – 250 Years Of Freedom: The Evolution of Judaism in America
As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
06/10 – 1:30pm ET – 250 Years Of Freedom: The Evolution of Judaism in America
As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
06/10 – 1:30pm ET – 250 Years Of Freedom: The Evolution of Judaism in America
As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
06/18 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
06/18 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
06/18 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
06/18 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
06/19 – 1:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.
06/19 – 1:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.
06/19 – 1:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.
06/19 – 1:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.
07/01 – 1:30pm ET – 250 Years Of Freedom: The Evolution of Judaism in America
As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
07/01 – 1:30pm ET – 250 Years Of Freedom: The Evolution of Judaism in America
As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
07/01 – 1:30pm ET – 250 Years Of Freedom: The Evolution of Judaism in America
As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
07/01 – 1:30pm ET – 250 Years Of Freedom: The Evolution of Judaism in America
As America marks 250 years of independence, this lecture explores the evolution of Judaism in the United States from its earliest beginnings to today. It traces how a once fragile and uncertain presence grew into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world. Through themes of freedom, identity, and adaptation, it examines how Jews have continually redefined what it means to be Jewish in America. Ultimately, it reflects on the opportunities and responsibilities that come with that freedom—and the choices that will shape the future.
07/15 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
07/15 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
07/15 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
07/15 – 1:30pm ET – From Strangers To Citizens: Jews in Early America
This lecture highlights the individuals who quietly but meaningfully helped shape early America, from Revolutionary contributors like Haym Salomon and Francis Salvador to civic and cultural figures such as Rebecca Gratz and Emma Lazarus. It focuses on the personal stories behind the names—how a small Jewish population found its footing and began to leave a mark across commerce, philanthropy, and public life. Rather than a broad historical sweep, this is a closer look at the people who helped establish a lasting presence in a young nation.
07/29 – 4:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.
07/29 – 4:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.
07/29 – 4:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.
07/29 – 4:30pm ET – From Citizens To Shapers: Jews in Modern America
This lecture centers on the individuals whose achievements propelled Jewish Americans into the forefront of modern life, from scientific giants like Albert Einstein and Jonas Salk to cultural and political figures such as Bob Dylan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Steven Spielberg. Through their stories, we see how talent, opportunity, and identity intersected to shape industries, ideas, and national conversation. It is a portrait of influence told through people—those who didn’t just participate in American life, but helped define it.

