Something has changed in Jewish music, and it speaks to something much deeper.
Chaim Ghoori joins the Rabbis Behind the Bima for a conversation about the rise of a new generation of Jewish music… music that is more vulnerable, more authentic, and more emotionally honest than what many of us grew up with.
From the story behind his song “Yidden” to the influence of the Waterbury Yeshiva and Rabbi Kalish, mentorship, belonging, and the search for a deeper connection with Hashem, Chaim explores why these songs are resonating so powerfully right now and what they reveal about the generation listening to them.
This isn’t just a conversation about music, it's a conversation about authenticity, community, and the search for a deeper connection with Hashem.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
0:23 - Banter
21:09 - Chaim Ghoori Interview
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Also available on Apple and Spotify:
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“Why Jewish Music is Hitting Different | Chaim Ghoori | Behind the Bima #203” is a video from Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, published on June 9, 2026 and available to watch on VideoVinkel. The total runtime is 1:16:30. Press play above to stream the full video right here, or open the original on YouTube.
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