Host of In the Valley of Giants
Rabbi Yonatan Dorfman
Rabbi Yonatan Dorfman is the host of In the Valley of Giants, a long-form interview platform exploring the ideas, traditions, and cultural forces that shape human civilization.
Through wide-ranging conversations with religious leaders, scholars, psychiatrists, artists, musicians, and cultural figures, Rabbi Dorfman examines questions at the intersection of faith, philosophy, psychology, creativity, and modern society. His work reflects a deep curiosity about how different intellectual and cultural worlds approach the enduring questions of meaning, belief, morality, and human purpose.
Bridging Ancient Wisdom & Modern Reality
While rooted in the intellectual traditions of Jewish thought and Torah study, In the Valley of Giants intentionally engages voices from across disciplines and backgrounds. These conversations explore how ancient wisdom traditions encounter contemporary realities—from the psychology of belief and the power of art and music, to the ethical and philosophical implications of rapidly advancing technologies.
Torah Education
Environments known for rigorous engagement with classical Jewish texts and philosophical inquiry.
Intellectual Interests
Pirkei Avos 4:1
"Who is a wise man? One who learns from everyone."
Through In the Valley of Giants, Rabbi Dorfman seeks to cultivate thoughtful dialogue across disciplines, bringing timeless ideas into conversation with the challenges and possibilities of the modern world.