Search a title or topic

Over 20 million podcasts, powered by 

Player FM logo

Jewish Question Podcasts

show episodes
 
Artwork

1
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Weekly
 
Follow the audio shiurim, lectures and speeches of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, global religious leader, philosopher, author of over 30 books and moral voice for our time. Rabbi Sacks served as Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth between September 1991 and September 2013. A full biography - together with an extensive online archive of Rabbi Sacks' work - is available at www.rabbisacks.org or you can follow him on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @rabbisacks.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
The Jewish Question

Avinoam Patt, Lila Berman, & NYUCSA

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Co-Hosts Avinoam Patt and Lila Corwin Berman discover the stories and scholars to help make sense of antisemitism today. They start with a theory: the answer to understanding (and perhaps fighting) antisemitism is only as good as the questions one asks. And then they search far and wide for the best questions and the people who can ask and answer them. And spoiler: Avi, Lila, and their guests don’t always agree. In fact, that’s the plot, or at least part of it. How scholars and other people ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
History That Doesn't Suck

Prof. Greg Jackson

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
HTDS is a bi-weekly podcast, delivering a legit, seriously researched, hard-hitting survey of American history through entertaining stories. To keep up with History That Doesn’t Suck news, check us out htdspodcast.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram: @Historythatdoesntsuck. Become a premium member to support our work, receive ad-free episodes and bonus episodes. Take a special VIP cruise with Prof. Jackson May 18-22, 2026 Go to surfshark.com/HTDS or use code HTDS for 4 extra months of Su ...
  continue reading
 
“Le juif ne pose pas seulement des questions: il est lui-même devenu question.” (“The Jew not only asks questions: He himself has become a question”) - Edmond Jabès Join hosts Charles Lenchner and Rabbi Joe Schwartz as we ask the great questions of Jewish existence. Our discussions and disagreements will often center around a text or a piece of culture; and our conversations will be joined by essential voices speaking to the questions of our day.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Jewish Questions: Anti-Semitism

UW Stroum Center for Jewish Studies

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Jewish Questions is the Stroum Center for Jewish Studies' podcast on issues that matter now in Jewish life, politics, history and culture — from a scholarly perspective. This season, hosts Laurie Marhoefer and Noam Pianko look at anti-Semitism: what it is, its long history, and how we can push back against it today. The Stroum Center for Jewish Studies is a part of the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Great Jewish Podcast

JewishPodcasts.fm

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Daily
 
Welcome to the Great Jewish Podcast! Rabbi Moshe Bamberger, a sought after public speaker, is the Mashgiach Ruchani of Beis Medrash L’Talmud/ Lander College for Men in New York City. He has authored several volumes of original commentary on Tanach, titled Shiras HaLevi, as well as a highly acclaimed series for Artscroll/ Mesorah Publications, including his newest additions, Great Jewish Classics and Great Jewish Photographs. Rabbi Bamberger’s signatures talks, in which he weaves profound tho ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Shoot!

Jesse Paikin

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Welcome to the short-form Jewish explainer podcast. One big question each episode. With answers that have integrity and inspiration, and the stories behind the questions. And always where to turn next to learn more. All in around 30 minutes or less.
  continue reading
 
The Jewish Song Show is an audio documentary series about the stories behind the Jewish songs we think we know. Hosted by vocalist, educator, and storyteller Steve Singer, each episode takes one song—from Yiddish theatre hits to Israeli anthems to camp favorites—and follows its journey across time, place, and culture. Along the way we meet the composers, communities, and historical moments that shaped the music, and ask a bigger question: what makes a song “Jewish” in the first place? With r ...
  continue reading
 
Jewish Ideas to Change the World delivers thought-provoking content by leading Jewish thinkers with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. It is produced by Valley Beit Midrash. Valley Beit Midrash (VBM) is dedicated to social justice as driven by Torah ethics. VBM's mission is to improve lives through Jewish learning, direct action, and leadership development. Listen to VBM's other podcasts: • Social Justice in the Parsha (weekly divrei Torah by Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz) • Pearls of Jewish Wi ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Dear Rabbi

Menachem Lehrfield

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
Concise weekly answers to your questions about Judaism. If you are a wondering Jew, visit www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi to submit your own questions.
  continue reading
 
18 Questions, 40 Mystics is a new podcast and video series by 18Forty and Share interviewing the leading rabbis, teachers, kabbalists, and artists immersed in the world of Jewish mysticism. Join Rabbi Benji Levy as he asks 18 of the most existential questions to 40 mystics from around the world. If you are looking to dive into the world of spirituality, inspiration, and pnimiyut, then this is the podcast for you. Have questions or comments? Shoot us an email at [email protected].
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Big Questions of Jewish Belief

Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
This is Big Questions of Jewish Belief, the podcast where we face up to the challenges of religious faith. We all have questions about our faith. Questions about the truth of the Torah, the morality of its laws and what it teaches about having a relationship with God. So each week during this miniseries I'll be inviting rigorous thinkers to challenge me with their questions on Belief. My name is Raphael Zarum - I'm the Dean of LSJS - the London School of Jewish Studies, where I hold the Rabb ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Christ The King

thecatholicstate

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
It’s only once we recognize that Christ is King, and submit to His reign over our nation, will we be truly able to have a good life, be liberated, and pursue happiness. https://linktr.ee/The_Catholic_State
  continue reading
 
Experience a deeper look into the lives behind some of the most inspiring educators, musicians, and thought-leaders in Jewish life with 18 Questions. Join contemporary Jewish music pioneer and executive director of Jewish Rock Radio, Rick Recht, in intimate conversations with Jewish leaders who have impacted his life as well as thousands in the Jewish world and beyond.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Morally Offensive

Morally Offensive

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
Morally Offensive is a weekly film podcast hosted by ex-Catholics (and one Reform Jewish woman) working their way through movies “Condemned” or considered “Morally Offensive” by the Catholic Legion of Decency, and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. This podcast isn’t just for those who grew up going to confession with a healthy dose of Catholic guilt; it’s for anyone interested in the history of US censorship, dirty movies, classic film, and how social upheaval and change often coincid ...
  continue reading
 
Interfaithing is a podcast for and about Jewish & Christian interfaith families, where we explore the question: why families can embrace two faiths under one roof. Whether you are part of an interfaith family or you're exploring and interested in how different faiths interact with one another, this is the space for you! Each episode of this first season explores and unpacks stories related to common myths about and expressed toward Interfaith families. So join us on this journey to help spre ...
  continue reading
 
Helping you find meaning in life through the exploration of Jewish thought and ideas. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
  continue reading
 
Jewish Common Question with Rabbi Yosef Mitzrachi As of 2011 Rabbi Mizrachi has spoke in more than 4000 lectures, participated in many weekend seminars, radio shows, and others in English and Hebrew. These events have affected the lives of thousands of Jews which became observance of Torah and Mitzvohs. In 2004 Rabbi Mizrachi started a very successful website called DivineInformation.com that contains hundreds of lectures and videos in English and Hebrew. There are literally thousands of Baa ...
  continue reading
 
No question is too small. No topic is too big. Every week, Rabbi Elchanan Shoff steps into the fire—answering the questions people are really asking. Torah and halacha. Life and relationships. Meaning, morality, and the struggles of being Jewish in today’s world. And much more. Your questions on anything Judaism. Plus, the myths and lies about our faith—debunked with clarity and truth. This is not just another Q\&A. This is Fire Away - where the hardest questions ignite the deepest answers.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
The Daily Objective

Ayn Rand Centre UK

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Daily
 
The Ayn Rand Centre UK is dedicated to promoting Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism in the United Kingdom. The organisation advances Ayn Rand’s ideas by organising speaker events, discussion groups and other activities.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Jay's 4 Questions

The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Produced by The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, Jay’s 4 Questions brings together the most interesting and influential thought leaders to discuss community, culture, food, and more. When President & CEO Jay Sanderson asks the tough questions — whether the answers are provocative, inspiring, or simply entertaining, you’ll want to hear every word. For more information, follow us on Facebook or Instagram, or visit www.JewishLA.org.
  continue reading
 
Torah Today explores the Hebrew scriptures and culture that shaped the life of Jesus and provides common ground for all who seek the truth. We provide short teachings on various topics from a biblical perspective and provide valuable insights into words and phrases from the Hebrew Bible.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Answers WithHeld

Hadar Institute

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
A podcast where we confront big questions with bold thinking and honest searching. Each week, Rabbi Shai Held sits down with a leading thinker or teacher to explore one powerful Jewish idea. This podcast doesn’t have all the answers, but it can uncover new insights and model what it means to take Torah and Jewish thought seriously.
  continue reading
 
The Orthodox Conundrum is a forum in which we look honestly at the Orthodox Jewish community, identifying what works well and what does not, so that, through an honest accounting, we can find solutions that will be successful. We will examine some of the major issues that affect the Orthodox world, without exaggeration, whitewashing, or pretending that they don't exist. Our hope is that the Orthodox Conundrum will spark wider discussion that will enable Orthodox Judaism to continue moving fo ...
  continue reading
 
Welcome to "The Weekly Parsha with Michoel Brooke," your go-to podcast for engaging, accessible Torah study. Join us to explore the weekly Torah Parshios, offering insights and life lessons for beginners and seasoned learners. Each 15-to 25-minute episode offers a comprehensive yet digestible exploration of the weekly Parsha. Discover valuable Parsha wisdom to enrich your spiritual journey, deepen your understanding of our holy Torah, and inspire personal growth. Subscribe today and begin yo ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
On Wandering

Clarissa Marks

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Jews are culturally, religiously, politically, and ethnically unique yet diverse. This podcast aims to explore all of the intricacies and intersectionalities that come with being Jewish. Sometimes we go broad and sometimes we go deep, sometimes it's heavy and sometimes it's light, but it's always eye-opening. Episodes include conversations with academics, scientists, artists, creatives, people who all bring a different lens to the question, “what does it mean to be Jewish in the 21st century ...
  continue reading
 
Hosted by Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman, "Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today" is an insightful podcast exploring the confluence of religion, science, and philosophy. The podcast serves as a platform for curious minds who value nuance and pursue wisdom. It is not designed for individuals seeking absolute truths or those inclined towards unquestioning religious adherence, but instead for those who traverse our rapidly evolving world as seekers and explorers. With the mission to impart valuable insights ...
  continue reading
 
An Orthodox Jewish Religious Zionist reads Palestinian narratives, literature, history and more. The implications of Anti-Zionist and and Anti-Israel narratives for Israel and Zionism will be explored. Have question or want to continue the discussion. Follow and comment on the podcasts facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Looking-at-Palestine-From-Zion-106211334892420
  continue reading
 
Join host Bill Lipsey for inspiring conversations with Israel's most innovative spiritual leaders and entrepreneurs. Discover how the Honey Foundation is reshaping Israeli society by empowering diverse Jewish expression and building meaningful communities. From groundbreaking rabbis to community changemakers, each episode explores how spiritual entrepreneurship is creating a more open, connected Israel—for the benefit of Jews everywhere.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
MyLife: Chassidus Applied

Rabbi Simon Jacobson

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Weekly+
 
Hafotzas HaMayanot Chutza Initiative Launched by The Meaningful Life Center to Address the Personal and Emotional Needs of The Chabad Community and Answer the Most Pressing Questions of Our Lives. Please subscribe to get the word out, and receive MyLife in your inbox weekly. Our website: meaningfullife.com Submit a Question: http://www.meaningfullife.com/mlc-tv-channels/mylife-chassidus-applied/#question Let us know what you think!
  continue reading
 
"Two loves have built two cities: the love of self even to the despising of God, the city of the earth; the love of God even to the despising of self, the city of God." Following St. Augustine's City of God, this podcast views history and contemporary events in light of the deepest meaning of history: the ongoing war between the City of God (the Catholic Church) and the Earthly City until Christ comes again. To support my channel and to access premium content please consider joining my Local ...
  continue reading
 
Leadership in Context is a conversation on leadership in the context of the local church. Keith Tucci is the apostolic team leader of the Network of Related Pastors. He loves the church and its leaders. You will be empowered and equipped to walk in fruitful ministry as you listen to Keith as he puts leadership truths in the context of the local church.
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Before October 7th, Trump’s second term and the election of Zohran Mamdani rocked New York’s Jewish community, Manhattan’s famed 92nd Street Y – like most mainstream Jewish institutions – played it relatively safe when it came to programs about Israel. Susan Engel, executive producer of the 92nd St. Y Talks, tells the Haaretz Podcast that the famed…
  continue reading
 
A hybrid event with Rabbi Ben Greenfield. About The Event: Classic Rabbinic sources offer very different answers to a key Hanukkah question: what exactly are we celebrating on this holiday? From Medieval Zionism to Rabbinic Pacifism, we'll explore 5 vital “retellings” of the Hanukkah story with very different takes on these 8 days. Source Sheets: P…
  continue reading
 
Omri D. Cohen’s new book ‘Questions to Humanity’ contains 106 questions from people all over the world to humanity at large. Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz and Omri discuss what inspired the project, how he gathered the questions, and what we can all learn from the questions of our fellow man. You can learn more about about Questions to Humanity at https:/…
  continue reading
 
To celebrate the first night of Hanukah, Brother Isaac lights a candle to illuminate the state of antisemitism today. The most popular right wing media figures today (Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes and Candace Owens) are all all raging antisemites who are disguising themselves as antizionists. Now, I see a lot of people making excuses for this by say…
  continue reading
 
Sarah Yehudit Schneider believes meditation is the entryway to understanding mysticism. She highlights that traditional Kabbalah often focuses on mystical realms associated with the masculine, and in her current work, she is actively exploring and articulating the Kabbalah of the feminine. Sarah Yehudit Schneider is the founding director of A Still…
  continue reading
 
"Israel does not have a blank check according to the judgement of God."--Keith Tucci. All people, including Jews, are saved only by the cross of Christ. While we do share a deep theological connection, that does not mean we must agree with or support everything Israel does. Like any nation, Israel has the right to defend its borders and pursue thos…
  continue reading
 
What will it take to shape a Jewish education that kids actually want to come back to? Rabbi Dan Levin sits down with Heather Erez, Temple Beth El’s Director of Youth and Family Education and Engagement, whose own Jewish journey began in summer camps, youth groups, and a transformative year in Israel. They explore how meaningful, relevant, and joy-…
  continue reading
 
The air is tight with silence, the court of Yosef unmoving, and then Yehuda steps forward. That one act—crossing an invisible line of protocol—opens a masterclass on courage, responsibility, and the kind of reasoning that can thaw a heart guarded by power. We trace the moment Binyamin’s fate hangs by a thread and watch how Yehuda weaves threads int…
  continue reading
 
In this Christmas episode of Morally Offensive, Jess and Bill take a deep dive into Black Christmas (1974), the landmark horror film that helped define the slasher genre several years before Halloween. Joining them is Professor Eric D. Wesselmann, who brings an academic lens to Bob Clark’s deeply unsettling and surprisingly nuanced film. The conver…
  continue reading
 
President Zelensky has set out a new 20-point peace plan to end the war in Ukraine, and has indicated for the first time that he is willing to negotiate with Russia about territory. Also: European countries have denounced travel bans on five people the White House has accused of censoring US social media platforms. And it's been 100 years since one…
  continue reading
 
France’s ambassador to Israel Frédéric Journès said on the Haaretz Podcast that any postwar Gaza plan must acknowledge that completely disarming and ridding the Strip of Hamas militia members is not an achievable goal. “You're not going to eliminate all of those people, so you basically need to find them a job in local police, find them a little jo…
  continue reading
 
🎧 Listen to this and other episodes at www.joidenver.com/podcasts In this episode of Dear Rabbi, I tackle a fundamental question about prayer: What's the point if God already knows what I need? Are we trying to change God's mind? The answer reveals that worship is far more sophisticated than simply presenting God with an Amazon wish list. I explain…
  continue reading
 
A virtual event presentation by Dr. Jon Greenberg. About The Event: This program will explore the symbolic and halachic significance of the olive tree. The questions we’ll examine include: Neglected agricultural and political reasons that the olive oil Chanukah displaced an earlier symbol of Chanukah, Why the 15th of Av became a day for matchmaking…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Rabbi Shoff delves into the question of Orthodox Jewish women and their beautifully styled wigs, exploring what true modesty means in Jewish tradition. Through personal stories, Torah insights, and honest reflection, he unpacks the purpose behind religious dress, the distinction between external and internal beauty, and how modesty…
  continue reading
 
Two men have been found guilty of planning a gun attack on the Jewish community in Manchester. Also: The latest release of documents relating to the late sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein, contains a number of references to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and President Trump. And the Government waters down inheritance tax plans for farmers.…
  continue reading
 
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha.The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.Fol…
  continue reading
 
Unfortunately, politics is the new rock and roll. Because movies and TV suck now, our celebrities are political figures. Running for president with a snowball’s chance in hell can set you up for a lucrative media career if you say crazy enough things. It’s a new kind of power that politics provides. The Trump era has turned politics into a reality …
  continue reading
 
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we speak with Shais Taub, the rabbi behind the organization SoulWords, about shame, selfhood, and authenticity. In this episode we discuss: How are we to deal with the pain of embodiment and individuation? How does one uncover their mission in the world and align their life with the transcendent? How can we w…
  continue reading
 
Psalm 72 concludes the second "book" of Psalms - the "Exodus Book", and it was written for Solomon, the son of David. But this psalm also seems to foreshadow the great Son of David, Messiah. But how can we be sure? Can we know the true identity of the Messiah? Believe it or not (and I hope you do believe it!), the Messiah's name and title are actua…
  continue reading
 
There is a fundamental mistake that many people still make about Jews: they see Judaism exclusively as a faith, so they assume Jewish needs are basically religious accommodations, kosher food, holiday absences, maybe a space to pray. But my guest today, attorney Alyza Lewin, argues that if that's your starting point, you completely misunderstand th…
  continue reading
 
Loading …
Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play