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'Last Act' co-creator Steve Goldbloom with his grandfather Richard Goldbloom
Posted inSeniors

In ‘Last Act’ web series, our elders dish out all manner of life advice

by Rob Gloster May 2, 2018

Imagine having a virtual panel of elders available to dispense advice on anything from everyday quandaries to major life decisions. That’s exactly what The Last Act will provide, even for […]

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What do I do about water-cooler anti-Semitism at work?

Jonathan Harris by Jonathan Harris August 21, 2017August 30, 2017
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What will happen to the rivalry between my daughters when I’m gone?

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Is it sinful to pray for an evil person’s death?

Jonathan Harris by Jonathan Harris May 28, 2017May 26, 2017
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When covetous thoughts strain family ties

Jonathan Harris by Jonathan Harris April 24, 2017April 25, 2017
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Why aren’t Jews as warm or welcoming as Christians?

Dawn Kepler by Dawn Kepler March 21, 2017March 22, 2017
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Bad manners, bad body odor — this situation stinks!

Jonathan Harris by Jonathan Harris March 14, 2017
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Does having a Jewish grandfather make me Jewish?

Dawn Kepler by Dawn Kepler January 10, 2017January 11, 2017
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Grandson being raised at a shul we don’t like — should we speak up?

Jonathan Harris by Jonathan Harris January 5, 2017January 5, 2017

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