Good Faith Effort

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Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 8: Jacob vs. Esau and Israel vs. Shechem Aug 08, 2024

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Every story has a beginning... Join us for this podcast series as we explore the twelve sections of Genesis, as divided in Jewish tradition. Christian actor and social media influencer Nathaniel Bouzlic discusses each part with Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm.

• Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm is the Chief Executive of BZ Media and President of SoulShop. A leading religious public intellectual, Rabbi Lamm hosts the top-ranked podcast on the Bible and society, Good Faith Effort, and his popular Twitter threads on “Why Read the Bible in Hebrew?” have reached millions and been covered by major international news outlets. For his leadership in the world of Jewish ideas, The Jerusalem Post recently ranked him #37 on its list of the world’s 50 Most Influential Jews.

• Nathaniel Buzolic is an acclaimed Australian Actor, best known for his role as Kol Mikaelson in "The Vampire Diaries" and "The Originals," With a diverse background in acting, hosting, and a commitment to his Faith and Heritage.

Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 7: The Rise of Jacob Aug 01, 2024

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Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 6: The Rise of Jacob and Esau Jun 06, 2024

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Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 5: Building a Legacy May 30, 2024

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Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 4: From Abraham to Isaac and Back May 23, 2024

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Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 3: Abraham’s Journey and God’s Promise May 16, 2024

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Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 2: Flood and Rebirth May 09, 2024

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Gen 12: Nate Buzz and Ari Lamm talk Genesis | Ep 1: In The Beginning May 02, 2024

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About "Gen 12"

"Every story has a beginning..." and so does our exploration into the foundational texts of the Bible. "Gen 12" aims to delve into the rich narratives and teachings of Genesis, bringing them to life through spirited discussions between Nathaniel Buzolic and Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm. Each episode will focus on one of the twelve sections, uncovering the timeless wisdom and relevance these scriptures hold in modern society.

Meet the Hosts

Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm is the Chief Executive of BZ Media and President of SoulShop. As a distinguished figure in religious public discourse, Rabbi Lamm brings his profound insight to "Gen 12." Known for his top-ranked podcast, Good Faith Effort, and viral Twitter threads such as "Why Read the Bible in Hebrew?", Rabbi Lamm has been recognized as one of the world's 50 Most Influential Jews by The Jerusalem Post. He holds a PhD in Religion from Princeton University and rabbinical ordination from Yeshiva University's Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary. His thoughts and views are widely respected, appearing in publications like the Wall Street Journal and Newsweek.
Nathaniel Buzolic is a renowned Australian actor celebrated for his role as Kol Mikaelson in "The Vampire Diaries" and "The Originals." With a rich acting career and a dedication to his Christian faith, Nathaniel brings a unique perspective to the discussions on "Gen 12."

Brooke Ashley Hall - Fame, Family and Faith Ep. 107 Oct 03, 2023

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On today’s episode, Ari spoke with Brooke Ashley Hall - one of the biggest creators on social media, across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube - about the opportunities and responsibilities of creating content for tens of millions of people on a daily basis.

Along the way they talked about Brooke’s journey towards becoming an influencer; what an influencer’s day-to-day looks like; portraying motherhood from the Bible to TikTok; authenticity in traditional media vs. digital media; Arthur Clarke and scientific progress; how Brooke almost lost her son; the power of prayer and community; Brooke’s approach to comedy; Brooke’s advice for aspiring creators; and much more!

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“It's incredible the amount of impact that you have, and I also think it's a great responsibility for what you share and the message that you're putting out. That's one thing that my husband and I decided whenever we started doing this, that we were going to stay on the line of being family friendly, maintaining our values, and always staying true to ourself in that way, because with great power comes great responsibility, right?” -Brooke Ashley Hall

Time Stamps

* (:01) Intro

* (04:45) Brooke's creative journey

* (11:23) Authenticity on social media

* (13:41) Motherhood portrayed from the Bible to TikTok

* (15:27) A day in Brooke’s life

* (21:30) Technology as magic

* (24:20) Influencers vs. celebrities

* (27:46) Brooke's near-loss of her son

* (39:37) The power of prayer and community

* (44:49) Brooke’s comedic approach

* (47:37) Brooke's inspirations

* (49:57) Advice for aspiring content creators

Good Faith Effort is a production of SoulShop, Bnai Zion, and Caspian Studios

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Nick Bunker - The Pilgrims, The Rabbis and the Bible Ep. 106 Sep 19, 2023

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On today’s episode, Ari spoke with the best-selling author and historian of English and American history Nick Bunker about the Mayflower Pilgrims and how the Hebrew intellectual and religious tradition shaped their world, and ultimately birthed the United States of America.

Along the way they talked about how Nick, a Roman Catholic from London, spent his most formative years immersed in the Jewish community of the Upper West Side of Manhattan; the importance of King James I; the rise of English interest in Biblical Hebrew; the origins of the Puritans; why the Pilgrims were fascinated by the medieval Jewish scholar Maimonides; Nick’s career in investment banking and how it molded his work as a historian; and much more!

Guest Quote

“And one of the things you have to do as a historian is to show that process by which the events in one country and the other country interacted with each other. Information flowed back and forth, people flowed back and forth. There was a transatlantic economy that was created which linked England, New England, Virginia, the West Indies. And it was through these kind of interflows back and forth that this kind of Atlantic world was created. And that was how the United States eventually came into being from this process of kind of interaction.” - Nick Bunker

Time Stamps

* (:01) Intro

* (04:49) Connection between American and English history

* (07:13) Nick’s journey

* (18:52) Significane of King James I

* (21:39) Origins of the Puritans

* (24:42) Biblical book of kings influence on non-conformists

* (28:11) Decoding the Puritan Quadrilateral

* (32:07) The rise of English interest in Biblical Hebrew

* (36:19) Unmasking the original Thanksgiving

* (37:04) Maimonides and the Pilgrims

* (40:18) Judaic impact on history