The Long Path Podcast EP 11- how has Jewish education failed us? with David Bryfman

Jewish education is at a crossroads.In this episode of The Long Path Podcast, we sit down with David Bryfman, CEO of The Jewish Education Project, to talk about the current state of Jewish education and why so many educators are leaving the field. What’s driving the talent drain? What are the structural challenges Jewish schools and institutions are facing? And most importantly, what needs to change if we want Jewish education to thrive in the decades ahead?David shares a candid look at the pressures educators face, the risks of getting this moment wrong, and the opportunities to rethink how we educate the next generation about Jewish identity, community, and Israel.We also discuss the release of his upcoming book and how the events of October 7th have reshaped conversations about Israel education around the world.Topics include: Why Jewish educators are leaving the field. Structural challenges facing Jewish schools and institutions. How Jewish education must evolve after October 7th. The risks of failing to fix the system. What a healthier and more sustainable future for Jewish education could look likeIf the future of Jewish life depends on education, this conversation asks the critical question: are we doing enough to protect and strengthen it?