Best Jacob Houston Podcasts (2026)

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The Last Words of Jacob 30:00

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The last words of Jacob were words of blessing to his twelve sons. It’s true that some of these blessings read more like curses, but, in the end, it’s a blessing to be included at all. In spite of their checkered past, each brother will still populate the Twelve Tribes and receive a share of the Promised Land. Jacob’s final blessings contain import…

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Parsha: Shemos - Mission Implausible 56:09

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The mission that Moshe was entrusted with in this week's Parsha was very clear: Go to Egypt and extract the nation of Israelite slaves. The difficulty in the mission was not due to the lack of clarity. The instructions were abundantly clear. The mission, though, was highly implausible. Moshe had been out of Egypt for decades. He was a shepherd work…

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Jewish Pride Isn't a Slogan: A Wake-Up Call for Today (Parsha Pearls: Shemos) 5786 22:05

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In this Parshas Shemos review—the opening of Sefer Shemot (Exodus)—Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explains the shift from the family-focused stories of Bereishis to the birth of the Jewish nation in Egypt. The parsha begins with the 70 souls descending to Egypt, rapidly multiplying ("paru v'yishretzu v'yarbu v'yaatzmu b'meod meod"), becoming mighty—yet a new Ph…

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#228 Zouhair Talbi - 2:05 Marathon Attempt in Houston this Weekend, First Race Representing USA 46:10

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, the boys had special guest Zouhair Talbi back on the pod to preview his race at the Houston Marathon this weekend! Zouhair is in great shape and is hoping to run under 2:06 in Houston. He has a strong pacing team and the conditions are looking favorable! We touched on his 2:07 effort at the Chic…

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The Forgotten Science That Made Shale Possible 51:46

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Trying to make geophysics cool again, and honestly Peter Duncan from MicroSeismic, Inc. makes it easy. We bounce from a bear encounter in Newfoundland to why geophysicists are basically treasure hunters with pricey toys, then land on the simple difference between seismic and microseismic, why sound travels so freakishly well through rock, and how l…

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Finding Focus in a Distracted World + More Stories (Parsha Power: Shemos) 5785 28:18

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Join us on a captivating journey through the opening chapters of the book of Exodus, where we explore the harrowing circumstances of the Jewish people's enslavement in Egypt. We discuss the rise of a new Pharaoh who, having forgotten Joseph's contributions, subjects the Israelites to brutal oppression. Amidst this darkness, we recount the birth of …

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Parsha: Shemos - Moshe's Treatment (5784) 55:52

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We begin the new calendar year with a new book, the book of Exodus. The Jewish nation - still a family - is in Egypt, and things go from bad to worse. Pharaoh torments the people, enslaves them, and embitters their lives with back breaking labor. He then implements a policy of infanticide. But a great light emerges: Moshe is born. The leader of the…

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Between Kindness and Honesty: Jacob’s Final Blessings and True Leadership 11:49

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On the first Shabbat of 2026, Rabbi Pam Silk reflects on Jacob’s stark, honest words to his sons in Parshat Vayechi and what they reveal about real leadership and responsibility. Moving from childhood memories of New Year’s cards to the Torah’s challenging images of Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, and their brothers, we explore how truth-telling, even…

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Courage & Conviction to NEVER Back Down! (Parsha In-Focus: Shemos) 5784 16:06

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Have you ever stood at a crossroads, torn between the safe path and the one that demands courage to embrace who you truly are? Join us as we navigate the awe-inspiring decisions of Shifra and Pua, the heroic midwives from Parsha Shemos, whose bravery not only defied a Pharaoh but also shaped the legacy of a nation. In this heartfelt exploration, we…

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A Lifetime A Day 40:52

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We all aspire to accomplish great things. The Almighty surely did not create us to be mediocre. We're here to make something of ourselves; to achieve grand ambitions. What is the most effective way to accomplish that? In this very unique podcast, you will learn a very interesting, provocative, delightful, and a bit startling insight that will radic…

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The Beginning of the Gospel 30:00

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There is no better way to kick off the new year than to study the life of our Lord. The Roman emperor who reigned when Christ was born, Caesar Augustus, was hailed as the “son of god,” and the “Great Heavenly Savior.” Of course, this flatly contradicts the Bible. But in today’s age of bespoke spirituality and customized beliefs (metamodernism), it’…

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2.1 Parshas Shemos Review: Legacy of Courage 27:49

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As we traverse the early chapters of Exodus in Parshas Shemos, we invite you to join me in uncovering the trials and triumphs that mark the genesis of Jewish bondage in Egypt. Together, we'll reflect on the bravery of midwives Shifra and Pua, whose defiance against Pharaoh's edicts shines as a beacon of courage, and on Moshe's reluctant yet destine…

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Parshas Shemos (Rebroadcast) 59:09

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The Book of Exodus begins with the Egyptians cunningly enslaving their Hebrew subjects: mandating that they work in backbreaking labor, killing their male sons, and trying to stamp out their spirit and curb their population. But God heard their cries and saw their suffering and dispatched the greatest of all men, Moses, a reluctant leader, to lobby…

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#227 - The Houston Marathon Preview 1:17:29

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, the boys primarily focused on the upcoming Houston Marathon! Scotty & Chris are both hoping to come home with big PRs after very good builds leading into the race. We talked about our race plans and builds, and also touched on the pro races a bit too. Of course - there was some banter as well, s…

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Unique Blessings: Why Every Child Needs Their Own Path (Parsha Pearls: Vayechi) 5786 40:04

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In this inspiring Parshas Vayechi review, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe highlights Jacob's individualized blessings to each son and grandson—emphasizing uniqueness over uniformity—as a model for parenting and personal growth. No "cookie-cutter" approach: every child has distinct talents to nurture, rejecting worldly "equality" (equal outcomes) for Torah's equa…

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Parsha: Vayechi - Fish Amidst the Land 1:09:01

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Jacob's life has been extremely chaotic. Forced to tussle with his twin. Jacob's life got off to a rocky start. Compelled to usurp the blessings, Jacob had to flee. Laban's house was hardly a refuge - it was 20 years of non-stop contention with the wiliest trickster of them all. After battling Esau's angel, still fully navigating the reunion, recko…

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#226 Skylar Stidam - Winning Indy Half in 1:02 as a Full-Time Medical Student 49:50

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, the boys had on special guest Skylar Stidam! Skylar is from just across the river in New Albany, IN and just finished up his career at Indiana University, where he was a Big 10 Champion on the track, made NCAA Champs on the track, and set the school record in the 10k. Skylar is now a medical stu…

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Cultivating Individuality in Children + Bonus Content (Parsha Power: Vayechi) 5785 40:14

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What if the key to raising exceptional, resilient children lies in the unexpected choice Jacob made with his grandchildren? Join us as we peel back the layers of Jacob's profound blessing to Ephraim and Manasseh, challenging the norms of sibling dynamics and parental expectations. With insights from Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe and parallels to the lives of …

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Parsha: Vayechi - Jacob's Strength (5784) 1:04:08

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Parshas Vayechi marks the final installment of the book of Genesis. The family of Israel, the sons of Jacob, are all together in Egypt, where they settle and flourish. A lot happened to this family up to this point, and the setting for the next epoch of their story, and of Jewish history, is ready. In this parsha podcast, we address two elements fr…

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The Insurance Industry That Quietly Runs Energy 45:00

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Growing up in New Zealand somehow turned into mud logging the Aussie desert, rigging up deepwater tech in the Gulf of Mexico, geosteering off Scotland, helping figure out nuclear waste storage in Swiss clay, and finally landing in subsurface risk and insurance where “nothing moves without coverage” starts to make way more sense. Jacob asks the dumb…

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#225 - How to Structure a Marathon Block, Stories from Christmas, New Years Resolutions 50:51

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, Chris and Scotty did a lunch time banter episode! We talked about some stories from Christmas (Scotty got pretty sick but is doing better now!), we did New Years resolutions, and we talked about how we like to structure marathon blocks. We also went a bit off topic (per usual) and talked Star Wa…

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Joseph and Dinah: A Trans Tale 13:53

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What if Dinah and Joseph were always telling a queer story the Torah never quite finished? Rabbi Josh Fixler revisits Dinah’s disappearance and Joseph’s “coat of many colors” as a princess dress, drawing on classical midrash and modern scholarship to uncover a trans-affirming reading of these siblings. We explore: ✅ Dinah’s trauma, erasure, and t…

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Do I Even Know You? (Parsha In-Focus: Vayechi) 5784 15:08

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Uncover the transformative power of love-infused criticism and the pivotal role of self-belief in achieving greatness. Join us as we share thought-provoking insights from the blessings Jacob imparts to his sons, revealing an unexpected twist where rebukes become blessings in their own right. Together, we'll examine the profound implications of thes…

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God Meant It For Good 30:00

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Trouble in our lives make it difficult for us to see how God can possibly be good. Trouble takes many forms: illness, anxiety, depression, conflict, antagonism, or loneliness just to name some. It’s difficult to believe in the goodness of God when we experience such trouble. How can we trust God to be good when we experience trouble in our lives?…

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1.12 Parshas Vayechi Review: Jacob's Blessings 26:28

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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.12) on Vayechi by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Parsha Summary 8:00 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen…

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Parshas Vayechi (Rebroadcast) 52:31

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Parshas Vayechi is the final portion of the Book of Genesis. Jacob is about to die and he tends to his affairs: He assures that he will not be buried in Egypt and will instead be interred in the Cave of Machpelah, he blesses Joseph and his sons, and he blesses/rebukes his twelve sons. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consi…

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#224 - Jacob Cohen (The 5K Guy) - Running a 5k in a Hilarious Place Every Single Day 53:00

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, the boys had on the legend Jacob Cohen - you may know him as the 5k guy. Jacob has blown up on socials lately for running 5ks in hilarious locations - such as on top of his fridge, his washing machine, a Chinese buffet, David Dobrik's bed, and more! We got the background as to why this challenge…

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Parsha: Vayigash - Beacon in the Darkness 55:52

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Parshas Vayigash is bittersweet. The sweetness is obvious. After 22 years of anguish and melancholy, Jacob is informed that Joseph is alive and is a king in Egypt. Our Parsha is a story of reunion and reclamation. But it's also bitter: Jacob and his family travel to Egypt, a morass that will be very difficult to extricate themselves from. The natio…

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#223 Kellen Runs Philly - Overcoming Addiction to 2:36 Marathoner & Recovery Advocate 46:16

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, the boys had on special guest Kellen Matthews-Thompson (known online as Kellen Runs Philly!). Kellen has an amazing story going from addicted and homeless to father, husband, 2:36 marathoner, and recovery advocate. His message and content has inspired thousands. Thank you Kellen for being vulner…

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When Everything Suddenly Makes Sense—Hashem's Master Plan Unveiled (Parsha Pearls: Vayigash) 5786 29:59

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In this Parshas Vayigash review, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe focuses on the climactic moment when Yosef reveals himself to his brothers: “I am Yosef—is my father still alive?”—a revelation so shocking the brothers are speechless, realizing the entire 22-year saga (their sale of Yosef, his suffering, and rise to power) was Hashem's precise plan. The brothers'…

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Embracing Providence Through Joseph's Story (Parsha Power: Vayigash) 5785 20:39

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Unlock the profound lessons of divine providence and righteousness as we journey through one of the Torah's most moving narratives. Discover how Joseph's emotional reunion with his brothers can teach us to see our life's challenges through a lens of spiritual growth and divine guidance. Join us as we unpack the drama of Judah's plea for Benjamin an…

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Parsha: Vayigash - Come-to-Joseph Moment (5784) 57:10

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Our parsha is one of unexpected reunions. After 20 plus years of separation, Joseph reunited with his brothers and his father. In this Parsha Podcast we focus on two elements of the reunification: firstly, we ponder the interesting question of whether or not Jacob actually bowed down to Joseph as foretold in the dream. Then, we explore a fascinatin…

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#222 - Running, Personal Life, Business: Our 2025 Recap 1:07:27

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, the boys recapped their 2025s! We talked personal life, running, Life In Stride, and more! Danny brought several questions for us to reflect on our year. This is a great episode to get to know us a bit better. We talked biggest personal and running breakthroughs, biggest L of 2025, what impacted…

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This Tiny Detail Costs Oil Companies Millions 41:46

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Tyler Wilson at Altor Solution breaks down why corrosion quietly eats wells alive and how his team fights back by lining production tubing with stainless steel, plus a wild path from ski instructor dreams to Australia farming to freezing roughneck days in Alberta and eventually running North America ops at Tesco. We get a clean, plain English walkt…

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The ULTIMATE Reveal (Parsha In-Focus: Vayigash) 5784 14:18

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Have you ever considered your life as a puzzle, each piece meticulously placed by a divine hand? This episode finds us deep in the gripping tale of Parsha Vayigash, as we unravel the profound moment when Joseph revealed himself to his brothers after years of separation. We are guided through this riveting narrative, highlighting the spiritual under…

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Kingmakers: How Judah and Joseph Earned the Throne 42:29

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Our nation has two houses of monarchy: Joseph and Judah. Joseph was, of course, king of Egypt. David, king of Israel, descended from the tribe of Judah. Following David, all legitimate kings of our people descended from the Davidic line from the tribe of Judah. Our nation is yearning for Messiah. Our sages tell us the Messiah comes in two flavors: …

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1.11 Parshas Vayigash Review: The Jewish Family Descends to Egypt, to Joseph 26:07

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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.11) on Vayigash by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Parsha Summary 7:48 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To liste…

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Parshas Vayigash (Rebroadcast) 55:25

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Twenty two years have passed since Jacob and Joseph were separated. Ever since Joseph was torn away from him, Jacob was bereft of prophecy and inconsolable. In Parshas Vayigash this long saga comes to an end and Jacob is finally reunited with his long-lost son. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podca…

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#221 - Shoe Rotation + New Supplements, Swaggiest Runner on Earth?, Becoming a Mileage Baddie 1:00:43

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Need a coach? Visit lisrunning.com ! On this episode, the boys had a classic banter episode. We talked running shoe rotation, a new supplement we like, swaggiest runner we know, and more! We also went way off topic and when Scotty made a game for us, we talked about Lord of the Rings, kissy faces, and more. Very fun episode! Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON STR…

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From Gaunt Cows to Eight Bright Lights (Parsha Pearls: Mikeitz) 5786 21:42

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In this Parshas Miketz review—always read on Shabbos Chanukah—Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe uncovers the profound link between Pharaoh's disturbing dreams and the miracle of Chanukah. Pharaoh dreams of seven gaunt cows devouring seven robust ones, and seven thin, scorched ears swallowing seven healthy stalks—images that shatter his worldview where the strong a…

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The Heartbeat of Growth: Ups and Downs (Parsha Pearls: Vayeishev) 5786 30:04

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In this Parsha Review episode on Parshas Vayeishev, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the story of Yosef as a paradigm of divine guidance amid human challenges. Yosef, described as an "Ish Matzliach" (successful man) whose every endeavor prospered because "Hashem was with him," rose from slave to overseer in Potiphar's house—yet when entrusted with everyt…

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Blessing the Mothers: Love, Loss, and Legacy 10:02

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On this Mother’s Day Shabbat, Rabbi Pam Silk reflects on the many faces of motherhood: joy and exhaustion, gratitude and grief, presence and absence. Drawing on Torah, contemporary stories, and the language of Jewish blessing, she honors mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and all who “mother” in less conventional ways, while making space for those …

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Holding On and Letting Go: Shabbat in a Time of Terror and Hate 10:07

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In this searing Shabbat sermon, Rabbi Pam Silk departs from her planned d’var Torah on the Jubilee year to confront the anguish unleashed by the murders of two young Jews, Sarah Milgram and Yaron Lishinsky, in Washington, DC. She names their killings as an act of terrorism fueled by anti-semitism, exposes how contemporary anti-zionism often masks a…

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Kindling the Light: Baha’alotecha and Finding Clarity in the Cloud 8:48

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Rabbi Pam Silk begins with a childhood memory of being told to “turn off the lights,” then turns to Parashat Baha’alotecha to explore the menorah, the divine cloud, and the fire that guided our ancestors through the wilderness. She reflects on how intentional light — both physical and spiritual — can orient us when we feel stuck under “cloud cover,…

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Containing the Uncontainable: Order, Chaos, and a God Who Won’t Fit in a Box 11:56

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Starting with a love letter to The Container Store, Rabbi Oren Hayon moves from color‑coded bins and lucite organizers to Parashat Bamidbar and the wild revelation of Shavuot. He contrasts the Torah’s obsession with census, structure, and perfectly ordered camps with the thunder, fire, and uncontainable holiness of Sinai, asking what it means to se…

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Korach, Pride, and the Power of Belonging 16:54

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In this Pride Month teaching, Rabbi Josh Fixler and Cantor Rollin Simmons revisit the rebellion of Korach to explore what happens when voices are silenced and belonging is denied. Drawing connections between the Torah’s challenge to authority and today’s struggles for LGBTQ+ dignity and inclusion, they ask how Jewish communities can honor holy diss…

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#220 Jimmy Whelan - World Tour Cyclist Turned 61 Minute Half-Marathoner 52:27

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On this episode, the boys had on special guest Jimmy Whelan! Jimmy was originally an elite cyclist, making his way up to the World Tour and riding in some of cycling's most iconic races (including the Giro d'Italia!). With pro cycling unfortunately comes a lot of crashes too - and Jimmy had a few bad ones. After his last one, he decided enough was …

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The Name of the Game: What We Call Each Other Matters 12:27

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Rabbi Josh Fixler explores the spiritual weight of names: how Torah names reveal destiny and how the labels we use today can wound or heal. Through stories from Jewish text and modern life, he considers what it means to misname, rename, or courageously claim one’s true name in a world that often flattens identity. Listeners are encouraged to reflec…

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L'Cha Dodi: Welcoming the Shabbat Bride 8:17

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L'Cha Dodi welcomes Shabbat and the Shabbat Bride; this jazzy, moving version from Cantor Rollin Simmons during Emanu El's Warehouse Shabbat service, kicking off the month of Elul, is based on Mumford & Son's "Awake My Soul."By Emanu El Houston

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Grief Is Praise: A High Holy Day Cemetery Service 8:22

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In this special High Holy Day episode of Voices of Emanu El, Rabbi Oren Hayon leads a Kever Avot service from the quiet grounds of Congregation Emanu El’s cemetery, Emanu El Memorial Park, in the “sacred valley of time” between Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur. Drawing on Geraldine Brooks’ memoir Memorial Days, the Hebrew poetry of Psalm 118, and the t…