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Judaism is NOT about Tradition!
In this podcast, we dive into Fiddler on the Roof to examine how its portrayal of "tradition" and Jewish identity mirrors a broader historical struggle within Judaism....
Plan B Soul Rectifications
In Mishnah Sanhedrin, we are taught that all of Israel has a share in Olam HaBa (the World to Come). But what about a Jew who does not engage in Torah learning or fulf...
The Spiritual Foundation of Physicality
Based on a request from members of the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group, this episode explores the spiritual foundation of physicality to deepen our unde...
Q&A in the Sukkah
In this episode, I requested questions from listeners that I could research and explore in depth. My guest and I sat in the sukkah as I provided answers to a variety o...
Defining G-d in the Sukkah
About ten years ago, the Pew Research Center found that around 85-90% of the global population believes in a deity. At first, this seems promising. But when you dig de...
Don’t be the 2nd Witness
In this episode we delve into the profound wisdom behind how Hashem orchestrates the world with flawless precision, balancing justice and compassion as well as the inc...
Hashem is Our Shadow
In this episode, we explore the profound opportunities that Rosh Hashanah through Yom Kippur offers us—a chance to recreate ourselves and start anew, unburdened by the...
Let’s Talk Politics
I typically avoid conversations about politics; however, given the gravity of the upcoming election and its potential impact on Israel, I’ve decided to break my usual ...
A Message from Hashem to You with Jake Turx
What if I told you that the Creator of the Universe wrote a letter to comfort you during these challenging times since October 7th?In this episode, we're joined by Jak...
Welcome to My Chanukas Habayis
I recently learned about the Jewish custom of Chanukas HaBayis, a ceremony dedicating a new home to Torah learning and mitzvos. It was suggested that I host this event...
The Abnormally Rational Jewish Wisdom on Dating with Devorah Kigel
The foundation for the Jewish people to flourish and fulfill their sacred role in creation begins with building a marriage where the husband and wife can support each ...
The History and Resolution of Our Sibling Rivalry with Rabbi Ken Spiro
To understand the current state of Israel and the Jewish people, we must first explore our history, beginning with the formation of the Jewish people through Abraham. ...
Escape from the Exile of Edom
To understand the Jewish people's current situation in history, it's important to recognize the three exiles we've endured and the fourth exile of Edom we face today. ...
Wielding the Sword of Prayer
In this episode, I delve into a profound teaching from Rabbi Nachman that underscores the importance of aligning our knowledge (Daas), compassion (Tiferes), and founda...
Becoming a Jewish Rock Star featuring Peter Himmelman
While my guest on this episode is literally a Jewish rock star, he would still be one even if he had chosen a different profession. Listen in as we discuss how, when a...
Our Life is A Love Story
For Jews not born religious, we often share a common journey. Initially, we experience a honeymoon phase with Hashem, much like the Jews at Mt. Sinai. However, just as...
Hashem’s Testimony to our Redemption with Rabbi Bucsko
Now that Shavuos is behind us, we find ourselves in a wilderness void of holidays to spiritually charge us, outside of Shabbos. We have Tisha B'av in August, and then ...
Grant us our Portion in Your Torah with Morty Roth
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with our special and beloved guest, Morty Roth, as we prepare for Shavuos by reflecting on what the Parsha of Bamidbar, wh...
Reconciling the Paradox of Having Emunah While Praying For Needs with Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe
At the core of being a Jew is the belief that Hashem orchestrates every detail of our lives with love and for our ultimate good. This raises a fundamental question: if...
Embracing Sacred Time with Rabbi Nagel
We all celebrate personal milestones like birthdays and wedding anniversaries throughout the year. Many of us are accustomed to measuring time according to the Gregori...
Becoming a vessel to receive Torah, with Rabbi Buscko (Rebroadcast)
It is now the Counting of the Omer. These 49 days between Pesach and Shavous create a bridge that allows one to leave their mental restrictions and move towards a m...
Finding Our Freedom with Morty Roth
During our Pesach Seder, we recounted the story of our redemption, starting with our suffering in Egypt, leading to our cries to Hashem, and ultimately to Him guiding ...
And the Knowledge of Hashem will Flood the World
In our Tanach, Isaiah (Yeshayahu), describes that during the era of Moshiach, the earth will be as filled with the knowledge of Hashem, as the waters cover the sea. ...
We Are All in Jewish Outreach Now with Tyler Scholl and Erica Harris
For millennia, the Jewish community has awaited the arrival of Moshiach, yearning for the Final Redemption and Hashem's ultimate revelation. Each day that this event d...
Finding the Hidden Sparks with Betty Givin
Aiding us in our endeavor to cleave to our Creator and continually ascend to great spiritual heights is the divine timeline throughout each year. In this episode we a...
Creating a Mishkan within ourselves with Rabbi Daniel Cotlar
In the journey from Parsha Terumah to Pekudei, we are guided through the meticulous construction of the Mishkan— a sacred space that bridged the heavenly and earthly r...
Building a Relationship between Emunah and Emes
In previous episodes, we've been charting a path through the stages of creation, starting from the initial desire of the Creator and then the Creation. The goal is to ...
Harnessing the Power of the Mind
Delving into the profound insights of Rabbi Akiva Tatz's "Living Inspired," this podcast explores the intricate workings of the human mind and its capabilities. We'll ...
Cultivating the Garden of the Mind
In this episode, we delve into the profound impact our thoughts have on shaping our external world. Just like seeds that sprout and blossom, the notions we entertain i...
There Can Be No Love without Fear
The concept that may be challenging for some Jewish individuals is the notion that in order to genuinely love Hashem, there must be an element of fear involved. In thi...