Zev Brenner is a trailblazing Orthodox Jewish radio host who transitioned from a native New Yorker to founding America’s leading Jewish radio and television network, Talkline Communications, in 1981, providing a platform for diverse voices and prominent guests. After founding Talkline Communications in 1981, Zev Brenner established America’s foremost Jewish radio and television network, creating a vital platform for diverse voices and prominent guests. As an ordained Rabbi and a graduate of the New York City Technical College of the City University of New York, Brenner quickly became recognized as one of the few Orthodox Jewish talk-show hosts in the United States, adept at addressing a wide range of topics, including complex and controversial subjects within the Jewish community and beyond. Throughout his extensive career, Brenner has conducted interviews with an unparalleled roster of significant global figures.
Attorney’s Office in 2010 as part of a sting operation, which ultimately led to the conviction of several New York politicians, including Malcolm Smith, in a high-profile corruption scandal. In 2020, Zev Brenner further expanded his reach with the launch of the ‘Talkline With Zev Brenner Podcast’ on JewishPodcasts.fm. This digital extension continues to feature his signature in-depth interviews with newsmakers and celebrities, solidifying his role as a leading voice and trusted platform within the Jewish community and for a wider global audience.