The Sci-Fi Rabbi - Exploring Jewish Wisdom
and Speculative Fiction
Where The Sci-Fi Rabbi has appeared in the press, on screen, and in conversation with others.
Fiddler on the Moon: Judaism in Space (2025)
The Sci-Fi Rabbi appears alongside Neil deGrasse Tyson and a group of astronauts and experts in this short documentary exploring the surprising history – and possible future – of Jews in space.
You can read more about Fiddler on the Moon on IMDb and stream the full film on PBS.
In the Press
The Forward — “In ‘Disclosure Day,’ Steven Spielberg finds himself at odds with Jewish thought about aliens”
PJ Grisar’s reported piece on Spielberg, faith, and aliens turns to The Sci-Fi Rabbi for the Jewish answer.
JewishBoston — “Fantasy, Science Fiction and Judaism — Discuss!”
A profile of the rabbi turning speculative fiction into Torah study.
Also mirrored by Jewish Journal and Hebrew College.
WickedLocal — “A religious force”
The local paper catches the Sci-Fi Rabbi already at work – tucking Princess Bride
and Star Wars references into his sermons.
JewishBoston — “Jews in Space? Of Course, Says ‘Fiddler on the Moon'”
Coverage of the documentary and the surprising history it explores.
From the Logbook
Some articles by the Sci-Fi Rabbi about Judaism and the stories that shape us.
Jewish Journal — “Recognizing the daily miracles of life”
Obi-Wan Kenobi and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel agree that shifting one’s point of view can be a powerful spiritual discipline.
Also at JewishBoston.
Jewish Journal — “‘Star Trek’ and the sweetness of freedom”
A reflection on Mr. Spock, Leonard Nimoy, and the dynamic nature of memory at Passover.
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