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Development of the Oral Law with Rabbi Ken Spiro
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating journey of the Oral Torah with renowned scholar Rabbi Ken Spiro. Together, we trace the origins of the Oral Law at Mount...
Securing Our Legacy: The Vital Role of Jewish Day Schools in Shaping Future Generations with Rabbi Garfield
Join us as we visit with Rabbi Garfield, head of Yeshiva Torah Emet, to explore the transformative power of raising children in a Jewish community and providing them w...
Investigative Reports from the Spiritual Realm with Rebbetzin Nomi Freeman
In this profound episode, we explore the ultimate purpose of life through the lens of Torah wisdom and the extraordinary stories of near-death experiences. Joined by R...
The Power of Perspective
In this episode we explore the transformative power of perspective. Sharing an inspiring story of a friend's 18-year journey to convert to Judaism, I reflect on how ex...
Crash Couse in Jewish Denominations with Rabbi Ken Spiro
In this episode of The Shema Podcast, we explore the origins and evolution of Jewish denominations, delving into how movements like the Sadducees, Karaites, and Reform...
The Greek Army is Winning
In this episode of The Shema Podcast, I reflect on Hanukkah’s deeper lessons and the modern-day battle for Jewish identity. While the Maccabees fought to preserve Tora...
Mind Mapping Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe
In this episode of The Shema Podcast, I invited Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe to join the show to explore the secrets behind his remarkable productivity and success as a writer, ...
Liberalism vs. Torah: A Jewish Reckoning with Daniel Greenfield
In this episode, we delve into what may be the greatest existential threat to the Jewish people today—not external forces like anti-Semitism, but internal challenges s...
Gaining Clarity of Purpose Through Antisemitism with Rabbi Raphael Shore
In this episode, we are joined by Rabbi Raphael Shore to discuss his new book, Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Jew?. Together, we explore the lessons and clarity it provid...
Embracing Depth, Meaning, and Connection with Dr. Michael Milgraum
In this thought-provoking episode, we are joined by Dr. Michael Milgraum, a psychologist, poet, and child of a Holocaust survivor, to explore the profound depths of Je...
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...