Best Kaddish Podcasts (2026)

In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, we are honored to welcome Nathan Earl — a professional magician and Associate of The Magic Circle, one of the most prestigious magic societies in the world. From discovering magic at a young age, to spending countless hours practicing sleight of hand, studying classic illusions, and building original t…

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Should Translations Be Assur? — The Forgotten Fasts of the Tzadikim 30:56

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Draft Evasion: Devastating Consequences 30:31

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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THE TZANZER ROV'S BOLD SOLUTION TO A KRIAS SHEMA CRISIS 27:47

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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The Fast of Asara B'Teves 52:46

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By Rabbi Hillel Shaps

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Mizmor Shir READ-ALONG (Ashkenazic) 2:44

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We're thrilled to bring this experience closer to you by presenting a prayer read-along in Ashkenazic, Sephardic and Chassidic dialects, enhancing our personal connection to these sacred words. Ashkenazic read-along by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH Sephardic read-along by Rabbi Danny Masri of Congregation Beth Rambam in Houston, Texas Chassidic read-a…

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MIZMOR SHIR (Pesukei Dezimra/Verses of Song & Praise #1) 36:44

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In this Prayer Podcast episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe introduces Pesukei Dezimra (Verses of Praise) with Psalm 30—a relatively recent addition (about 400 years ago, per the Arizal)—as the gateway to deeper prayer. Though King David wrote it for the Temple's dedication (which his son Solomon performed), David embedded "Shlomo" acrostically and merited i…

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Rabbi Jonathan Tawil | Channukah the festival of lights 20:05

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In this special Hanukkah episode, Rabbi Jonathan Tawil explores the deeper meaning of the Festival of Lights. Moving beyond the historical events, he uncovers the spiritual struggle between Greek wisdom and Torah wisdom, and why Channukah represents far more than a military victory. Rabbi Tawil explains how Greek culture sought control and human ma…

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Chanukah - Houses, Donuts, & Dreidels 51:36

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By Rabbi Hillel Shaps

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Chanukah: Mehadrin Min Hamehadrin 47:37

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By Rabbi Hillel Shaps

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The Golden Menorah of the Mekubalim 25:29

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Friendly Fire: A Halachic Analysis 25:52

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Workers Rights and Paying On Time with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz 43:40

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This text based analysis of the Biblical obligation to pay workers in a timely fashion will explore the ethical and mystical implications of this important Mitzvah. – Rabbi Mike Moskowitz is the Director of Scholarship and Multi-faith Engagement at The Beacon, a project of Union Theological Seminary. For the past seven years he served as the Schola…

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Chanukah Uncovered: The War, the Miracle & the Greek Culture Clash 32:17

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Description: Join us as we dive deep into the story of Chanukah, exploring the historic Maccabean Revolt, the battle for Jewish freedom, and the true meaning behind the miracle of the oil. We’ll examine what went wrong with Greek culture, why it conflicted with Jewish values, and how the struggle of the Maccabees still inspires us today. In this ep…

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Did Yehudis Save All the Jews? – Heroic Women & Chanukah 35:15

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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From Airport Dreamer to EasyJet Captain: The Journey of Mark Tomlinson 16:19

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In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, we are honored to welcome Captain Mark Tomlinson — an EasyJet pilot whose lifelong passion for aviation began long before he ever stepped into a cockpit. From his childhood just minutes away from Manchester Airport, to the countless afternoons spent watching airplanes with his dad, to building model ai…

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Who Should We Blame When Things Go Wrong? 28:51

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When life doesn’t go as planned, it’s easy to look for someone—or something—to blame. In this episode, we dive into the timeless story of Yaakov wrestling with the angel of Esav and explore what it teaches us about personal responsibility, faith, and the challenges of the Yetzer Hara—the evil inclination. Yaakov’s struggle shows us that even in the…

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Introduction to Pesukei Dezimra (Verses of Song/Praise) 30:47

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In this episode of the Prayer Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe delves into the significance of Pesukei Dezimra, a crucial segment of Jewish prayer known as the verses of song or praise. Rabbi Wolbe explains that Pesukei Dezimra serves as a preparatory phase for the main prayer, the Amidah, by fostering a state of joy and spiritual readiness. He emphasize…

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A Jewish Army & Chilul Shabbos — The Halachic Battlefield 35:06

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Kedushah 50:23

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By Rabbi Hillel Shaps

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The Shabbat Effect: Book Talk with Alan Morinis 43:33

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The Shabbat Effect: Book Talk with Alan Morinis Alan Morinis received his doctorate from Oxford University which he attended on a Rhodes Scholarship. He is one the leading lights in the revival of the Jewish spiritual tradition of Mussar and is the author of Climbing Jacob’s Ladder (2002), Everyday Holiness (2007), With Heart in Mind (2014) and now…

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The Satmar Rebbetzin’s Hesped — Women at Levayos and Cemeteries 29:30

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Susan Pollack: Strength Beyond the Holocaust 36:08

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we are humbled to welcome Susan Pollack — a 98-year-old Holocaust survivor from Hungary, a woman of extraordinary courage, faith, and unbreakable spirit. From her childhood in a once-thriving Hungarian Jewish community, to the unimaginable horrors she endured during the war, to rebuilding a life filled …

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From the Sultan’s Courts to Today: A Mamzer, a Shifcha, and the Secret Halachic Solution. 27:43

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Children at Risk: Is There Ever a Time Not to Have Children? 27:52

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Netilas Yadayim: Before Bread and In the Morning 47:30

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By Rabbi Hillel Shaps

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Harry Lyon's: A Jewish Life In British Music, Courage & Survival 42:28

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we are honored to welcome Harry Lyon's — Ashkenazi Jew, musician, and a truly remarkable soul who grew up in the UK during World War II. From a childhood shaped by Jewish immigration from Eastern Europe, to frightening encounters with rising antisemitism, to performing music in some of the most prestigi…

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Women of the Wall – The Legacy of Rashi’s Daughters 31:01

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Unmasking a Mamzer? The Halachic Blacklist 29:21

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"The Holy Blasphemer” in Leviticus 24 - a story of justice and injustice and how the Torah seems to respond to itself, modeling for our sages how to respond to injustice in the future 35:55

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Watch the video recording of this class on Uri L’Tzedek’s YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/DDE-Tjnjxkc We’d love to have you join us for our upcoming classes, so please sign up here → https://linktr.ee/utzedek - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rabbi Uri Topolosky, who is the spiritual leader of Kehilat Pardes - The Rock Creek Synag…

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The Nusach Wars — Chasidim and Misnagdim Fight Over the Siddur 32:05

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Are Bas Mitzvah Parties Catholic? The Halacha and the History 35:45

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Former Director of the Football Association - the amazing story of Simon Johnson 31:57

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Simon Johnson — former Premier League lawyer and chair of the Jewish Leadership Council — opens up about the faith, values, and discipline that shaped his journey. Simon shares how Torah principles and a strong sense of community became the anchor that kept him grounded in a world of high-pressure legal…

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LIFE ON THE LINE 20:50

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Fulfilling the Goals of Israel's Declaration of Independence 55:20

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Rabbanit Sharona Halickman at Uri L'Tzedek on "Fulfilling the Goals of Israel's Declaration of Independence" Source sheet from this class: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19H5B_iJlFVrS2HyvZroJUOdS9cpARgOgLEioTI-K-Ro/edit?tab=t.0 We’d love to have you join us for our upcoming classes so please sign up here → https://linktr.ee/utzedek — Rabbanit S…

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Kiddush Levana/Blessing on the Moon 47:09

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By Rabbi Hillel Shaps

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Did the Arizal Become the Rashash - Gilgul 23:28

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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The Power of Kaddish – One of the Most Profound Prayers in Judaism 20:41

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The Power of Kaddish – One of the Most Profound Prayers in Judaism Kaddish is one of the most powerful and emotional prayers in Jewish tradition. Often known as the Mourner’s Kaddish, this ancient Aramaic prayer is not about death, but about life, faith, and the sanctification of G-d’s Name. In this video, we explore: ✨ The true meaning behind the …

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The Mechitzah Battles A fraught machlokes: Rav Moshe & Satmar 31:36

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Faith, Success, and Memory: The Power of Shabbat and Legacy with Daniel Turgel 36:47

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Daniel Turgel — partner at White & Case, one of the world’s top international law firms — opens up about the faith and discipline that shaped his journey. Daniel shares how Shabbat became the anchor that kept him grounded in a world of relentless pressure and ambition — and how choosing faith over conve…

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KADDISH - Part 2 | Bringing Hashem-Awareness to Our World 24:48

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In this second episode on understanding Kaddish from the Prayer Podcast series, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the ancient prayer's origins, composed in Aramaic by the Men of the Great Assembly during the Babylonian exile. Kaddish serves to bring "Hashem awareness" into the lower worlds, bypassing angelic interference since angels don't understand Aram…

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Double Murder or Lifesaver? The Halachic Debate Behind Modern Heart Transplants 28:32

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Besamim/Spices at Havdalah 40:18

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By Rabbi Hillel Shaps

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A Woman’s Role in Shul Kaddish, Participation, and the Mesorah of the Beis Knesses 26:30

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By R Yoel Pluchok

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Rabbi Uri Lati, Bringing Torah to Every Heart — Even in Arabic 25:59

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In this inspiring episode, Rabbi Uri Lati shares a powerful message about the true strength behind Torah, prayer, and faith — especially in times when the world feels uncertain. We discuss why even the smallest mitzvah, a single word of Tehillim, or a moment of connection with Hashem can have an eternal impact. Rabbi Lati reminds us never to undere…