The Jewish Soundtrack is Changing: Chaim Ghoori
From Behind the Bima by Rabbi Efrem Goldberg
June 9, 2026 · 1h 17m · Episode 216
About this episode
Chaim Ghoori discusses the evolving connection of a new generation to Judaism through music and personal authenticity.
Chaim Ghoori goes Behind the Bima for a conversation about music, belonging, vulnerability, and why a new generation is connecting to Judaism in a very different way. From his time in Yeshiva at Waterbury to his hit song "Yidden," Chaim shares how authenticity, emotional honesty, and the search for connection have shaped both his life and his music.
People in this episode
Host: Rabbi Efrem Goldberg
Guest: Chaim Ghoori
Topics covered
- music
- belonging
- vulnerability
- Judaism
- authenticity
- emotional honesty
- connection
Keywords
- Chaim Ghoori
- Judaism
- music
- Yeshiva at Waterbury
- Yidden
- belonging
- vulnerability
- authenticity
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Yeshiva at Waterbury
Books & works: Yidden
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