Step into the past with thrilling Jewish adventures the whole family can enjoy. Jewish historical fiction that entertains, inspires, and keeps you guessing. These stories incorporate real characters and events to craft a narrative that is both inspiring and suspenseful. Educational too (but don't tell the kids) Choose your favorite podcast platform or scroll down to the embedded player
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The Rebbe told Mottel to find a bride and to get married. It becomes a journey of suspense, international intrigue, and danger. Mottel said, " There has to be an easier way to find a wife." sfx courtesy of PixabayBy Heshy Riesel
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Mottel becomes engaged in a joke. Pun intended. Good surprise ending, at least I think so. Please click like, follow, and thank youBy Heshy Riesel
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Rabbi Marcus Lehmann and the Train to Berlin 1
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18:03A historical fiction based on a story from The Storyteller series by Nissan Mindel. It's 1800s Mainz, Germany, where frum Yidden were pressured to live under the authority of liberal Jews who rejected Maamad Har Sinai and observance of the Torah Laws. Rabbi Marcus Lehmann petitions the Education Minister in Berlin for official recognition of an ind…
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Rabbi Marcus Lehmann and the Train to Berlin 2
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21:48A story from The Storyteller series by Nissan Mindel inspires this historical fiction. It's 1800s Mainz, Germany, where religious Jews are pressured to live under the authority of liberal Jews who reject Maamad Har Sinai and the observance of the Torah Laws. Rabbi Marcus Lehmann petitions the Education Minister of Berlin to officially recognize an …
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A fictional Chanuka story that takes place right before the start of the American Revolutionary War. Except for the ficticious Jewish Mendez family, Jonas, Silas, Jasper and Casper, all the other characters are real. The theme of the story is the historical Jewish impact on Western Civilizatiion. The Hebrews have done more to civilize men than any …
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What if the 2 latterns to warn the colonial militias of the British raid on Lexington and Concord were never given? The exciting conclusion of One by land two by sea. General Gage failed, was replaced by another general, and returned to England in disgrace. Dr Joseph Warren died 2 months later, June 17th, during the Battle of Bunker Hill. He was 34…
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Dmitry found favor in the eyes of the feared and dreaded Czar Nicholas I. He was brave, well-liked, and most importantly, a quick-witted thinker. He was being trained in the Czar's most secret elite service. The Czar was ready to promote Dmitry, but something was discovered in the files that was going to change everything for everyone. Military ser…
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Dave was touring Rome and suddenly went on a mission to find his baby's pacifier. He became intrigued by a confrontation at the Arch of Titus between a tour guide and a young Jewish boy. He found something else that he did not realize he had lost. It is said that the victors write history. But this is not necessarily true when it comes to Jewish hi…
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Young Shmilik, the only son of elderly parents, has been taken by the Russian army. The general said 5000 rubles would get him released. Only Mr Holtzer, the wealthy land baron could help. But he is never interested to help others. The Rebbe has a plan, but Shmilik's parents and the townspeople do not understand the Rebbe's actions.…
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Yossel said no to Russian General Rumyansev, a Russian war hero. No business on Shabbos. The General learns to respect Yossel. I picked this time and place because it fits the narrative of the Partition of Poland and General Rumyansev. Surprisingly, many years later, General Rumyansev's son helped build a shul in that village. This makes sense in l…
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THE ART OF THE SOFER 4: THE FINAL CHAPTER
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39:36Dovid has been discovered by Bernadino of Siena, who has arranged for Alfonso Camenero to return him to his friend, the Archbishop of Burgos. Dr. Sababto defends Dovid against Bernadino to prevent Alfonso from returning Dovid to Spain. The Count also has a plan to keep Dovid in Brescia. But Bernadino of Siene has the Duke and the Pope's support. It…
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Dovid is living in the count's castle, admired for his stellar artistic achievements at such a young age. ' Maybe my momma should come here to Brescia.' Until one day when Dovid made a big mistake, ' I thought today was Tuesday!' Dovid's hidden Jewish identity has been revealed to friends ......and enemies…
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THE ART OF THE SOFER 2: Escape from Spain
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38:12A harrowing escape from Spain. Dovid follows Master Anderson to Brescia to pursue his new found passion to become an artist. Dovid is really very good......too good Notes: Yechiel da Pisa is a real character. His son, or grandson, was very instrumental in helping Jews escape 60 years later from the Spanish Inquisition and Expulsion of 1492…
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ART OF THE SOFFER 1: Rav Soloman, the Archbishop of Burgos
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26:06The Spanish riots and pogroms of 1391 killed many Jews, and many, out of fear, converted to Christianity. Rabbi Joseph Abotrani was secretly helping and guiding the Jews who were secretly keeping Yiddishkeit. They were called the Conversos. The church discovered this. The Archbishop, who was once the Rav of Burgos, realized that Rav Abotrani was a …
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THE MIDNIGHT MARRIAGE: Why is Reb Leib Saras named after his mother, Sara?
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21:01The Zlatcha, Polish noblemen, entrusted the Jews with many of their industries, including the very profitable liquor industry and innkeeping. The Jew was recognized as responsible and trustworthy while loathed for their religious observance. If they sold too much liquor, they were reviled as poisoning the populace. If they did not sell too much liq…
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The Baal Shem Tov, the great Jewish leader of the early 1700's gave his last instructions to his followers. While everyone was given an important mission and responsibility, Zalman was perplexed when he was told to become storyteller. " Keep telling stories about me until you get an invitation to a far away place for a great sum of money. Tell the …
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Mr Holtzhacker was a very simple man known for always being happy with what he had and always thanking Hashem. The discovery of a diamond will suddenly bring a drastic change in his life. Leaving his village, traveling the open sea, meeting up with a former pirate, and making very difficult decisions. Notes 1. Alcohol was served on long ocean voyag…
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Mr Moscowitz could always be relied upon for a donation to the Yeshiva of the Chatam Sofer. Suddenly Mr Moscowitz has no money. The Chatam Sofer lends money to Mr Moscowitz and gives him a directive " Make the first deal" " But what if it is impossible or ridiculous?" " Make the first deal and Hashem will bless you with success."…
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The thrilling conclusion of the Twins, a story based on a Marcus Lehman short story. I hope you will enjoyBy Heshy Riesel
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THE TWINS CHAPTER 3: THE ACCUSATION AND THE CHOICE
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13:01Circumstances lead to Maria making a false and dangerous accusation against Jacob.By Heshy Riesel
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Katrina is furious that Prince John rejected her to marry Maria, the daughter of the Lancasters. " I'll get me revenge. You'll see." Story based on a Marcus Lehman storyBy Heshy Riesel
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