Shiurim, Lessons and Mussar from Rabbi Naftali Kassorla of Yerushalayim. Rabbi Naftali Moshe Kassorla learned in the Mir Yeshiva in Yerushalayim and after marriage in Brisk under the tutelage of Rav Meir Soloveitchik zt"l. Rabbi Kassorla serves as a mentor and gives shiurim on Halacha, Mussar and Hashkafa for various Yeshivos and Seminaries in Yerushalayim. He has written several popular series on the Parsha, Pirkei Avos, and the Orchos Tzaddikim. Currently Rabbi Kassorla serves as a Maggid ...
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Searching for inspiration and hope, Orit was introduced to Chani, a teacher and parenting coach who is also knowledgable in all things Torah. They met over Zoom for the first time and then did not miss a weekly learning session for over five years. Chani, originally from Brooklyn, New York is an observant Jewish mom and Orit, an L.A raised public school graduate always wanted to learn more. Their learning is always filled with insight and moments of mind blowing revelations. Please join us f ...
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Hosts Rabbi Chaim Richman and Jim Long discuss the beauty and universality of the eternal Torah and its accessibility and vital connection to every individual: Torah For Everyone
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The Denver Community Kollel offers classes on a wide variety of Torah topics, from Gemara (Talmud) and Halacha to Hashkafa (Jewish Thought) and Parsha Lessons. Find a Kollel podcast that suits your interests and piques your curiosity, and expand your Torah horizons!
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Shrink the Rabbi: Wise Guys Discuss Torah Wisdom is a lively conversation between Rabbi and entrepreneur Chaim Maghel, and Psychologist and educator Ben Bernstein. Rabbi and Chaim and Dr. B discuss Torah and significant events in the Jewish calendar, always with the question: what does this mean for us today?
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Welcome to "The Weekly Parsha with Michoel Brooke," your go-to podcast for engaging and accessible Torah study. Join us as we dive deep into the weekly Torah Parshios, offering insightful commentary and practical life lessons catering to beginners and seasoned learners. Each 15-25-minute episode provides a comprehensive yet digestible exploration of the Parsha, ensuring you get the most out of your Jewish learning experience. By tuning in, you'll discover valuable wisdom from the Parsha that ...
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Two rabbis and a guy discuss the weekly Torah text and life in general. With Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, Rabbi Zvi Hershcovich, and Dan Bensimon.
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Rabbi Gamliel Respes and his wife Yael, a Montesorri teacher and local village wise woman, discuss life, love, Torah, marriage, their grandchildren, and what it's like to be your not so typical Jews.
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"The Portion" is a podcast where Aaron Roller, a curious Orthodox Jew, sits down with his brother-in-law, Rabbi Jonathan Bienenfeld, to discuss the portion of the Torah that is read each week by Jews around the world. The conversation is informal and friendly, but not afraid to delve into the wealth of Jewish wisdom and interpretation. Guests may join to offer their takes on the portion as well.
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For years, Drisha has been offering Torah classes on the weekly parshiyot, from a variety of teachers and in a variety of formats. Pod Hashavua brings you all our parashah-based divrei torah and classes, from our earliest recordings through our contemporary shiurim.
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A laid back and (hopefully!) fun talk show about believers in Yeshua trying to keep Torah in the 21st century. We talk about our daily walk and share what we've learned along the way.
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We all try to dedicate time for learning Torah. Many people attend Daf Yomi, have a chavrusa, etc. Yet, most people find it difficult to learn Halacha in a consistent and clear way. We either spend too much time on one subject or try to breeze through a summary of all the laws in a few minutes. Neither of these approaches work. The concept of 12 Minute Halacha Daily (Monday through Friday) is to spend one hour a week learning Halacha from the sources all the way through the contemporary posk ...
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With an emphasis on Judaism, these mystical and practical discussions are explorations of spirituality and its relation to religion and psychology, with questions always. Beyond a specific spiritual practice, or sect or stream of Judaism; what do we share, what do we have in common? These talks are a work in progress evolving our rich inner life, including reflections on religious texts (i.e., Torah and Talmud), poems, art, and what is common in our human experience enhancing understanding o ...
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In the Podsha is a discussion based Parsha podcast. Each week I will discuss two ideas with a guest educator surrounding the weeks Torah portion. They'll bring their own insights and personalities to that week. I hope it is insightful and accessible. Now it's easier than ever before to learn on the go, Enjoy!
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You have probably heard about Kabbalah either as a Hollywood phenomenon or something that is beyond the world that we live in. Kabbalah actually has incredible secrets that can transform your daily life. This is your chance to connect to this incredible ancient wisdom and change your life for the better. Cherished for his incredible warmth and non-judgmental personality, this hipster is not your typical rabbi. He is real, raw, unconventional and loved by thousands across the world. Rabbi Ber ...
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The Torah (Bible) is the fundamental text of Biblical and Western thought and it is a guidebook for our lives. Mark Gerson, The Rabbi's Husband, will explore the greatest hits of Jewish thought in conversation with some of the most interesting thinkers from varying religious persuasions. The discussions on this show will reflect the understanding that the Torah and all associated books are intended to guide us through our challenges and in our decisions today. We will strive to understand ho ...
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For Heaven’s Sake is a weekly podcast presented by Ark Media and the Shalom Hartman Institute, hosted by Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi. The podcast draws its name from the Jewish concept of machloket l’shem shemayim, “disagreeing for the sake of heaven,” which is exactly what takes place each week as Donniel and Yossi discuss the moral aspects of topics affecting Israel, world Jewry, and the future of Zionism.
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Holy....! Each week we’ll discuss an episode of ”The Good Place” along with a Jewish text or idea or two that relates to the theme of the episode. Hosted by Jon Spira-Savett, rabbi and lover of great TV comedy and ethical philosophy, along with different co-hosts who teach Judaism and Torah and are smart and funny. We may not be as funny as ”The Good Place” itself, but we channel our own inner Chidis and Janets, as well as our Eleanors and Michaels and Tahanis and Jasons. Subscribe now, chec ...
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Drisha has often run classes organized around a shared theme or topic. Each season of Turn It & Turn It comprises all the lectures on a given theme, bringing you multiple complementary takes on an issue. This podcast spans two decades, putting some of our earliest audio recordings shoulder to shoulder with more recent and contemporary lectures - all exemplifying the principle that Torah demands persistent, multi-angled study. Turn it and turn it: there’s a lot to discuss!
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We are a group of Christian Creatives and Truth Seekers. We strive to build the Kingdom of Yah with the creative gifts that the Father has blessed us with. On our podcast we will discuss topics like preparing the bride of Christ, Spirit-led poetry and songs, touching testimonies, Torah, Biblical cosmology, Apocrypha and other trails the journey of Biblical exploration takes us on. Our hearts are to encourage the Body of Messiah and to prompt others to seek Abba's heart on matters of our fait ...
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Welcome to the Ein Sof Podcast, where we explore the timeless wisdom of Kabbalah, offering insights for everyone seeking spiritual growth. Centered on the mystical teachings of the Torah, we uncover the universal path toward inner transformation and the ultimate redemption promised to Israel and the righteous of all nations. Join Nathan and guests as they discuss the Tree of Life, the soul’s journey, and the connection between humanity and God. Discover how Kabbalah guides us all toward a br ...
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Inviting you into the conversation with leading educators, scholars, leaders, and us to discuss the issues facing Judaism today. This is not a podcast about books, but what's happening off the page. We are asking our guests just one question: Can you teach us the Torah standing on one leg - al regel ahat? Listen to hear what it is that has guided some of the leading figures of the Jewish world to where they are today and what they are thinking about as we look toward the future.
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Where investigative scrutiny confront religious tradition. Hosted by Jeramiah Giehl—a former Jehovah Witness, Pentecostal, Messianic, and now Conservative Jew—this podcast unpacks the origins of Christianity through a Jewish lens. With a journalist’s edge, Giehl explores Jesus in Second Temple Judaism, exposing Greco-Roman fingerprints on early theology. From Qumran and the Ebionites to the “Parting of the Ways,” each episode confronts myth, redaction, and tradition with evidence-based analy ...
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Jewanced is hosted by Dan Feferman and Benny Scholder, two guys who grew up in America and live in Israel. They're curious. They want to discuss. They want to challenge popular conceptions, they want to think critically, examine independently, and most of all, they crave nuance. Each episode features a different guest. All interesting and original people who strive to break boundaries. Together with Dan and Benny, take a deep dive into politics, foreign affairs, religion, science, technology ...
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we are here to discuss Jewish topics and philosophy, every week i will host a new guest from our community in Berlin Germany and discuss the topics which is relevant as a young jew in Germany and in general, for any questions or suggestions and even requests please feel free to contact me via instagram Kobi_Halevi Connect with us here: Olami Germany instagram - https://www.instagram.com/olami.germany?igsh=M3BvMzhkNWY3Nmdo Olami link tree - https://linktr.ee/olamigermany
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Migdal Dialogues is a forum to discuss important questions about life, philosophy, science, and Judaism. We will think through critical questions, focusing on the process of how we think as much as the conclusions we reach. In this way, we will extend our community beyond the confines of the Migdal HaTorah Beit Midrash. Get ready to expand your mind, nourish your intellect, and discover ideas at the cutting edge of Torah Judaism.
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Welcome to Unscrolled, Museum of the Bible’s podcast dedicated to exploring the most impactful book in history—the Bible. Our mission is to invite all people to engage with its transformative power. Our name reflects both the ancient practice of unrolling scripture and our goal of stopping the endless scroll to dive deeper into meaningful conversations. Hosted by Matthias Walther, chief marketing officer at the museum, we explore a range of topics with experts who have spent years studying t ...
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Judaism has a deep and rich tradition of storytelling, of passing down stories from one generation to the next. To carry on that tradition, Stories We Tell, from ReformJudaism.org, will share a new story with you every Thursday. Whether you listen while driving to work, preparing Shabbat dinner, or taking your kids to school, each episode will give you a new story to reflect on and discuss with the people in your life. Stories We Tell is a project of the Union for Reform Judaism, a leading v ...
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Truth centered audio series. Torah based. Every change that takes place on Earth impacts and shapes our very lives. Ohadah’s intention is to bring a conscious awareness to the fact that the world we live in, is in need of the Truth. The 21st century is compelling our generation to reverse the old trend and write a new story. Ohadah hopes to inspire the listener to reach for their highest potential to contribute a change. If one adapts righteous thoughts and habits, the Truth has the Power to ...
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EPISODE 27 - Parashat Ki Tavo - Grace. Light. Torah. Podcast
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Kashrus 101 for Yeshiva Bachurim manning the kitchen part 1
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Buried within the Torah lies a mitzvah so unexpected and profound that it redefines how we understand spiritual growth. The commandment of Viduy Ma’aser—the confession of tithes—stands apart as perhaps the only mitzvah that calls upon us not to confess our failures, but to declare our successes. Unlike the familiar confessions of Yom Kippur, where …
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In striking Hamas leaders in Qatar, Israel is invoking a decades-old principle: enemies of the Jewish people have no sovereign immunity. In this episode, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi examine how the 1961 Eichmann Trial, which established the doctrine of universal jurisdiction for crimes against humanity and crimes against the Jewish peopl…
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Make a Confession: Reclaiming Judaism’s Lost Art of Owning Our Goodness
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51:02Send us a text In this class, Rabbi Bernath reframed the very idea of confession in Judaism. While most people think of confession as listing sins and failures, the Torah introduces Vidui Ma’aser, a “confession” where the farmer proudly declares to G-d that he has fulfilled every detail of the mitzvah of tithing. Why would the Torah call this a con…
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Special Episode: Maimonides, With Earl Schwartz
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1:13:39As long promised, a conversation about Rabbi Moses Maimonides! Maimonides’ specific formula of teshuvah, the Jewish metaphor for personal change, is at the core of this entire podcast series. Jon Spira-Savett talks with Earl Schwartz, Jon’s own first teacher about moral philosophy and education. We discuss Maimonides and his ethical theory, his vie…
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Parshas Ki Seitzei: Help, I've Lost My Faith!
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28:43Have you ever considered that the most valuable possessions we can lose aren't physical at all? In this deeply moving exploration of Parashas Kisete, we uncover a revolutionary perspective on one of Judaism's most fundamental mitzvot: Hashavas Aveda, the commandment to return lost objects. While most of us understand this mitzvah in its literal sen…
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Finding G-d in Our Struggles: The Firstborn of the Unloved
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50:32Send us a text In this week’s Torah portion, Ki Seitzei, we learn the law of the firstborn: even if the firstborn son comes from the “unloved” wife, he must be given the double portion. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explored the deeper Kabbalistic meaning behind this law, revealing that the “beloved” and “unloved” wives are metaphors for two sides of our s…
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Season 1, Episode 15: Sacred Letters: Inside the Life of a Torah Scribe with Rabbi Moshe Englander
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1:01:57What does it take to hand-copy the Torah, letter by letter? And why does this ancient craft remain vital in our age of AI and digital texts? Join us as Rabbi Moshe Englander, Hebrew Bible (Torah) Scribe at Museum of the Bible and longtime Jewish educator, and host Matthias Walther explore the meticulous art, sacred meaning, and enduring legacy of T…
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This month of Elul is the month of return; a time for forgiveness and reconciliation; of acts of kindness, and sincere self-examination. Elul is not only about believing in G-d...it beckons us to start to truly believe in ourselves; in our own potential to re-connect with our true selves. In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi …
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Is pushing into Gaza City a necessary step—or a purposeless escalation that jeopardizes hostages, multiplies civilian suffering, and splinters national unity? As Israel weighs an assault on Gaza City, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi debate the IDF chief’s four-part warning—military efficacy, the fate of the hostages, a spiraling humanitarian…
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EPISODE 26 - Parashat Ki Teitzei: Facing inner battles leading up to the High Holidays with special guest Shaindy Fuchs - Grace. Light. Torah. Podcast
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Fountain Soda, non Dairy Creamers, Davening on an airplane without tallis and tefillin, fancy coffee machines in the lounge, coffee at Starbucks or Dunkin (5 Qs in 5 #3)
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Parsha: Shoftim - Foreign gods Foreign Ideas
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Parshas Shoftim: MAKE LIKE A TREE, AND GROW!
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33:28Have you ever wondered why we're drawn to the majestic presence of ancient trees? There's something profound in their silent testimony to growth, resilience, and patient flourishing—qualities we all seek in our own lives. In this enlightening exploration of Parashas Shoftim, we uncover the Torah's remarkable wisdom hidden within a seemingly mundane…
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One G-d, Many Voices: How Diversity Makes Us Whole
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30:23Send us a text Rabbi Yisroel Bernath unpacks a fascinating teaching: why does G-d reject the idea of a single-stone altar? At first glance it’s just about ancient rituals, but the deeper message is timeless. Real faith and real life can’t be built on “one stone” one path, one perspective, one style. True oneness comes from many stones joined togeth…
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This episode originally aired on January 16, 2025. A ceasefire deal has just been reached. In the past, Israelis have been united in elation and relief about the return of hostages, even at a high cost to national security. But not this time. Far-right MKs and ultranationalists had vigorously decried the deal, protesting any concession that would a…
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Rebroadcast: Elul & High Holidays - Our Marriage with G-d
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22:14Send us a text The 5-Step Program of Spiritual Courtship, Engagement, Marriage, Honeymoon, and Real Life: Discovering the Divine Romance in Our Lives In this sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the deep and mystical relationship between G-d and the Jewish people, likened to a sacred marriage. Drawing from Kabbalistic and Chassidic teachings, Rab…
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OU-D is it really dairy? Can I eat OU-DE with fleishigs? Mezuazah on an investment property, Yichud questions and solutions, Soft serve Ice Cream at Costco (5 Qs in 5 #2)
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Parshas Re’eh: WHY CAN’T IT BE YOU? - Elul 2025 Motivation
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41:53What if the very obstacles blocking your spiritual growth are actually divine opportunities in disguise? As we enter the month of Elul—that critical period of spiritual preparation before the High Holidays—many of us feel a heaviness rather than excitement. Some experience anxiety, others indifference, when we should be feeling energized like hitti…
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'Better A Good Question Than A Bad Answer,' An Introduction To Judaism And Kabbalah: A Conversation With Rabbi Gedaliah Gurfein From Jerusalem
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51:35Pulled from the Archives of Unraveling Religion, Judaic Edition, this January 2010 conversation with Rabbi Gedaliah Gurfein of Jerusalem opens to the importance of Judaism's connection to the land of Israel. Also discussed is the nature of a human being, being is less important than becoming. Rabbi Gedaliah shares utilizing the time on our planet m…
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Season 1, Episode 14: Rivers, Roads, and Rocks: What the Land Tells Us about the Bible with Dr. Cyndi Parker
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1:03:39How can geography guide us through the Bible? Dr. Cyndi Parker, director at Resurrection Philadelphia, offers a unique perspective shaped by years of living in Jerusalem and leading immersive educational trips to Israel. Cyndi Parker holds a Ph.D. in Theological and Religious Studies from the University of Gloucestershire and teaches in churches an…
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The Torah portion of Re'eh features the slow and subtle reveal of 'the Place that He will choose', where the Creator will rest His name in this world, ultimately, in the prophetic vision of the future, all creation will be rectified....ushering in the final era of universal harmony throughout all strata of creation. In the meantime, what is our rel…
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Between Trauma and Torah: Jewish Leadership after October 7
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37:17What does it mean to lead Jewish communities through crisis? And how can North American Jews navigate complex relationships with Israel during wartime? In a raw and honest conversation recorded live at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem on July 14, 2025, Institute presidents Donniel Hartman and Yehuda Kurtzer tackle difficult questions about…
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At the heart of Parshas Eikev lies a curious Hebrew word that transforms our understanding of divine blessing. The word "eikev" – typically translated as "because" but literally meaning "heel" – opens a window into how we might unlock the abundant blessings promised in Torah. While some commentators take the straightforward approach that blessing f…
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Episode 25 - Parashat Eikev - Grace. Light. Torah. Podcast
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In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Rabbi Chaim Richman shares his experiences of prayer on the Temple Mount, and the odyssey of a prayer journey to the graves of the tzaddikim (the righteous) in Ukraine. What is the concept of prayer at these places? What is the 'pitchfork' of prayer, and why did Moshe's 515 prayers to enter the Land of Israe…
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Power Meets Prejudice: The End of Jewish Innocence
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43:15What if October 7 didn't only traumatize Israel and Jews worldwide—but actually changed the course of Jewish history? On this special episode of For Heaven’s Sake, Yossi Klein Halevi and Shalom Hartman Institute of North America CEO Rachel Jacoby Rosenfield explore his bold thesis that October 7 marked the end of the post-Holocaust era of increased…
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How to Kasher a BBQ Grill at an Airbnb, Using a Keurig Machine in the office or hotel room, Using coffee for Havdala or kiddush, Products with inferior hashgacha, Kashrus in Mexico, (5 Qs in 5 #1)
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Parshas Vaeschanan: The Wife Thief, the Tomahawk Steak, and the SPCA Volunteer: Three Unbelievable Yesodos You Need to Hear
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39:30What if everything you thought you knew about kindness in Judaism was only scratching the surface? In this deeply moving exploration of "chesed," we uncover how this three-letter Hebrew word forms the very foundation of Jewish life—appearing 248 times throughout Tanakh and comprising the beginning and end of Torah itself. The power of this concept …
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Season 1, Episode 13: C. S. Lewis and the Myth That Became Fact with Wesley Viner
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54:15C. S. Lewis is a literary legend whose influence has spanned decades with his powerful and enchanting stories. Lewis’s books continue to tell stories of Jesus’s teachings and sacrifices through symbolism that makes them easier to understand and appreciated by all. In this episode of Unscrolled, host Matthias Walther talks with Museum of the Bible’s…
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Judea and Samaria: The Conversation Israel Isn't Having
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55:22In this conversation recorded live in Jerusalem on July 2, 2025, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi confront the explosive question: What future awaits Judea and Samaria, referred to by some as the West Bank and others as the Occupied Territories? In a conversation moderated by Ronit Heyd, Vice President and Director of the Center for Israeli &…
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6 Chofetz Chaim - Mistakes yes, Excuses no
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Short Episode 8: Why Jewish History Matters—Especially Now: Reading Shevet Yehudah & Yaven Metzulah
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1:08:59As summer rolls in and Tishah B’Av approaches, it’s the perfect moment to reconnect with Jewish history through two classic works: Shevet Yehudah and Yaven Metzulah. In this episode, we reflect on why Jewish historical awareness matters—especially now—and how these books can frame our memory, mourning, and meaning during the Nine Days.…
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Parshas Devarim - Tisha B’Av: Bring Along Your Golf Clubs, Stroller, and Gemara
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36:45What caused the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash? The Talmud provides a surprising, direct answer from God Himself that continues to challenge us today. The connection between Parshas Devarim and Tisha B'Av is no coincidence. Both center on honest reflection about past mistakes rather than glossing over uncomfortable truths. Moshe's rebuke in Deva…
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Vain Tears: Reclaiming Our Power After Generations of Silence
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42:06Send us a text On the night of the 9th of Av, our ancestors cried tears of despair—tears the Talmud calls “בכיה של חנם”, baseless weeping. G-d’s response wasn’t punitive, it was prophetic: “You wept in vain, and this day will be one of tears for generations.” But what were they really crying about? And why do we still cry? This class explores the r…
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Why do we still mourn the loss of the Holy Temple 1,955 years after its destruction? What is missing from the world without it, and what would it mean to have it back again? What is the true message of Tisha B'Av for Israel and the whole world? In this week's Jerusalem Lights Podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman discuss the meaning of the Holy…
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EPISODE 24 - Light After Darkness- Tisha B'Av SPECIAL with guest Jennifer Schuller - Grace. Light. Torah. Podcast
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The war with Hamas has now come at a devastating cost. Hunger is penetrating Gaza, and Israelis are now witnessing the humanitarian disaster unfolding on their border, which their government—and the world—have so far failed to properly address. In this episode, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi ask, how did it get to this point? Where—between …
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Reclaiming Primitive Christianity Part 2: Exploring the Historical Jesus with Dr. James Tabor: Season 2 Episode 5
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1:35:02Join host Jeramiah Giehl and renowned scholar Dr. James Tabor for a powerful 90-minute follow-up conversation, we explore the historical Jesus, the Ebionite tradition, the leadership of James the Just, the influence of Paul, and the real-world dangers of apocalypticism and Christian nationalism. 🔍 Episode Themes: Dr. Tabor responds to critics who c…
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