Best Rabbi Yehuda Podcasts (2024)

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What Do I Have to Do? with Rabbi Dr. Mark Washofsky 49:28

24m ago49:28

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Rabbi Dr. Mark Washofsky. They discuss the intersection between Reform Judaism and halakha, the ongoing conversation between ancient texts and modern life, and what it means to be “authentically Jewish” within Reform Judaism.By Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

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Episode 445: Intermarried Rabbis No Longer Banned - Dan, Miriam, and Lex 58:07

4d ago58:07

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On June 20th, 2024, Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion eliminated its ban on interfaith relationships for rabbinical students. This landmark decision comes on the heels of decades of many years of organizing and advocacy, and Judaism Unbound is thrilled to celebrate it! In this episode, Dan, Miriam, and Lex speak about what this sh…

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TFJ Season 4 Episode 12 A Whole New League of Visiting the Sick 22:04

1d ago22:04

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TFJ invites Motty Mendelowitz back to continue the story of how his family’s project of visiting wounded soldiers has been life-changing for the visitors and those visited. Who’da thunk that brawny commandos who stormed into hornets' nests of terrorists, would be equally challenged by constructing a Lego set? The task is far more than just putting …

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How Can We Support LGBTQ+ Individuals to Explore and Express their Most Authentic Selves? with Tracey Labgold 49:48

1h ago49:48

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin talks with Tracey Labgold, Florida Education & Training Manager for Keshet, a non-profit that works for LGBTQ+ equality in Jewish life. They discuss different LGBTQ+ identities, the differences between sexual orientation and gender identity, and the best ways to support those who identify as q…

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Bonus Episode: Lilith - The Dybbukast: Season 4, Episode 7 39:27

41m ago39:27

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This bonus episode of Judaism Unbound is presented in partnership with Theatre Dybbuk. We are proud to feature their fourth season's fourth episode as a bonus episode here on Judaism Unbound's feed. In each episode, they bring poems, plays, and other creative texts from throughout history to life, all while revealing their relationships to issues s…

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Rabbi David Ingber—Jewish Insights with Justin Pines 1:02:08

2h ago1:02:08

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Rabbi David Ingber, Senior Director for Jewish Life at 92NY, and founding rabbi of Romemu, the largest Renewal synagogue in the United States, discusses his Jewish journey, and what he has learned from Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, and navigating allyship as a proud Jew in Liberal circles.By Jewish Broadcasting Service (JBS)

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A Festival of Love - Jewish Engagements and Marriage Explained 21:06

13h ago21:06

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In this episode of "Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today", Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman dedicates the discussion to the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Av, the 15th of Av, and its connection to romantic relationships and engagements, in honor of his son Dovi's engagement. He explains that Tu B'Av is considered a joyous holiday, akin to Yom Kippur, as young women woul…

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Episode 444: Tales of the Unbound III - We go HAM 46:29

36m ago46:29

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This week, we’re bringing you an episode of our newest podcast, Tales of the Unbound! In its inaugural season Tales of the Unbound follows the Jewish journey of two incarcerated individuals, their chaplain, and the community they co-created in the most unlikely of places. Tales of the Unbound: Episode 3 — We go HAM follows Josh’s spiritual journey …

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How Can Jewish Learning Transform Our Lives? with Rabbi Laila Haas 44:19

15m ago44:19

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin talks with Rabbi Laila Haas, who joined Temple Beth El's clergy team in June 2024. They talk about how they both fell in love with Jewish learning, their experiences learning in Israel, what Torah means to them, how they find meaning and purpose in their lives through Judaism, and more.…

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"Let There Be Love" with Noah Aronson—Jewish Insights with Justin Pines 56:06

2d ago56:06

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In anticipation of his upcoming concert event, “Let There Be Love,“ which premiers on Sunday, August 18 at 8pm on JBS, musical artist and song leader Noah Aronson joins Justin to discuss love, the joy of singing and leading prayer, his creative process and his spiritual journey. You can learn more about Noah and his music at www.noaharonson.com. Hi…

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Tisha B'av- Crying For Something Real- My Personal Meditation to Prepare Myself for the Avodah of Sorrow 13:05

11h ago13:05

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I am sitting alone right before Tisha B'Av , as many of you out there feeling ... lost. When this happens I try to find a path to gain clarity as to what I will try and attain as my Avodah in sorrow for this year. Join me on this one, let's find what to truly cry about.By Rabbi Ari Bensoussan

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The Competing Spies Narrative Shows You Won't Find the Truth in the Torah 24:20

4d ago24:20

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In this episode of "Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today," Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman explores the first Torah portion in the book of Deuteronomy, known as "Devarim" or "Mishneh Torah." He begins by discussing the nature of Deuteronomy, which largely consists of Moses' speeches to the Israelites before they enter the land of Israel. The focus of this episo…

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Episode 443: Maimonides -- Judaism for the Perplexed - Lenn Goodman 46:09

18d ago46:09

46:09

Perplexed? About Judaism, and God, and life generally? Us too. Maimonides (also known as Rambam) wrote a book specifically for us called The Guide to the Perplexed, a bit more than 800 years ago, and it still has much to teach us today! Lenn E. Goodman, co-author of The Guide to the Perplexed: A New Translation (with Phillip I. Lieberman) joins Dan…

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(23) The Issues We Raise; the Questions We Ask … with Halachah Headlines Author and Podcaster Dovid Lichtenstein 25:33

5d ago25:33

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Dovid Lichtenstein is the founder and host of the Halacha Headlines podcast, an amazing and very popular podcast with a huge listenership that is indeed "The most listened to Torah Program in the world.” Halacha Headlines delves into contemporary issues and current events through the lens of Torah and Halacha (Jewish law). Each episode features dis…

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What is Cognitive Dissonance? with Dr. Martin Segel and Dr. Marissa Roecklein 42:48

5d ago42:48

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Dr. Martin Segel and Dr. Marissa Roecklein about cognitive dissonance, or the discomfort that occurs when you hold two conflicting beliefs at the same time. They discuss why it is so hard to recognize within yourself, what enforces it, and tools to combat it.…

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Chodesh Av Special Edition- Our Avodah Of This Most Suspenseful Time 49:49

5d ago49:49

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Chodesh Av is upon us.. I was feeling unsettled after a year of Mourning so many atrocities to just go into Chodesh Av like any other year. I delved into sources and prayed to Hashem for clarity. This Shiur is outcome of it all.In the place of mourning may we dance together as one this Tisha B'av with Mashiach in the third Bet Hamikdash, Amen!…

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TFJ Season 4 Episode 11 Palestinian Refugees Myth and Fact 27:18

21d ago27:18

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In the dialogues of today categories must be delineated so that they conform with: Critical Theory, Intersectionality and Identity Politics. What they all share in common is portraying Israel as the “Oppressor” or “Victimizer” and the Palestinians as the “Oppressed” or “Victims.” This emanates from the claim that with the creation of the State of I…

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JHP Holding the pain - A Nine Days conversation with R' Aaron Leibowitz 47:42

6d ago47:42

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Sometimes history and the Hebrew calendar coincide in remarkable ways. Join Rav Mike and guest R' Aaron Leibowitz as they discuss the nature of the the spiritual and material challenges faced by the Jewish people today. The conversation touches on the limits of agency, the nature of responsibility and the question of how we hold the pain of past an…

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Elana Stein Hain on Living Through Crisis and Tisha B’Av—Jewish Insights with Justin Pines 57:51

9d ago57:51

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Internationally renowned Torah scholar and thought leader Dr. Elana Stein Hain, of the Shalom Hartman Institute, joins Justin to use the lens of the Tisha B’Av, the Jewish national day of mourning our moments of destruction, to talk about how to live through crisis today. Elana is the host of the podcast "TEXTing," and is the author of "Circumventi…

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Passing the Test: Fighting for the Land from the East Side of the Jordan - Matot 17:34

27d ago17:34

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In this episode of "Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today," Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman delves into the Torah portion of Matot, focusing on chapter 32 of the Book of Numbers. The story centers around the tribes of Reuben and Gad, who request to stay on the east side of the Jordan River due to the land's suitability for their cattle, rather than crossing into…

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Episode 442: Pushcart Judaica - Ollie Schwartz 56:14

12d ago56:14

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Ollie Schwartz is the founder of Pushcart Judaica, which offers accessible Jewish ritual objects, books, zines, and art that reflect liberatory values, handcrafted beauty, and queer brilliance. Schwartz joins Dan and Lex for a conversation about the power of Jewish objects, reflections on why “people of the pushcart” might be as good a moniker as “…

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David Biale Z"L: A Re-Release of Episode 411 - Jewish Counter-History 50:38

14d ago50:38

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Just a few days ago, one of the leading luminaries of Jewish Studies scholarship, David Biale, died at the age of 75. He was a 3-time winner of the National Jewish Book Award, and a committed scholar-activist who devoted his life not only to intellectual pursuits – but also to justice. His work had a profound influence on the ways we understand Jud…

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A-Muse-6- I Lay My Soul Bare, So That We All Can See the Souls of Our Children 24:32

19d ago24:32

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If You Listen to one A-Muse , let it be this one. I did not plan to get so emotional or go so raw when I sat down to record, but the Eibishter had other plans. In this A-Muse we search for what quality makes a Jewish leader. We then reflect this characterisitc on our own lives and see if we are living up to our own responsibilities as Rabbeim and a…

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The Politics of Succession: Biden's Choice vs. Moses' Wisdom 15:25

1M ago15:25

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In this episode of "Truths, Jewish Wisdom for Today," Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman discusses the Torah portion of Pinhas, particularly focusing on the succession of leadership from Moses to Joshua. He begins by drawing a parallel between recent events in American politics, where President Joe Biden stepped aside in favor of his Vice President Kamala Har…

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Episode 441: Judaism is People! - Dan and Lex 46:34

25d ago46:34

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Dan and Lex conclude their series of episodes on disability and Judaism. They discuss the wisdom from these episodes, including strategies for imagining accessible Jewish futures, how to navigate a tradition that contains both harm and insight, and how we make choices about editorializing our tradition in order to speak to who Jews are in the prese…

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TFJ Season 4 Episode 10 An Intimate Peek at the Life of an Israeli Ambassador 23:22

1M ago23:22

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Ambassador Daniel Taub, Israel’s ambassador to the United Kingdom between 2011 – 2015 returns to TFJ to relate fascinating and intriguing anecdotes from the time that he represented Israel in Britain. Not since the time of Ambassador Yehuda Aviner, did Israel have an emissary that was so beloved by Anglo-Jewry. Under his watch Israel’s relations im…

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Fast Day- 17th Of Tamuz- An Original Thought To Make The Fast Meaningful & Fulfilling 39:30

24d ago39:30

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In this Monday Night Shiur With my Post High school guys, we explore the idea of fasting and the times we are entering now. We reflect on the act of Pinchas and how hidden within his story we can find an original outlook for the upcoming fast of Shiva Asar B'Tamuz.By Rabbi Ari Bensoussan

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Moses's Biblical Fiction - Balak 18:10

25d ago18:10

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In this episode of "Truths, Jewish Wisdom for Today," Levi Brackman discusses the Torah portion of Balak, offering an ideological perspective on its authorship and historical authenticity. Brackman begins by summarizing the story of Balak, the Moabite king, who hires the Gentile prophet Balaam to curse the Israelites. Despite his efforts, Balaam en…

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Episode 440: Tales of the Unbound 2 - Yes Way! 40:57

1M ago40:57

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Tales of the Unbound is a new addition to the Judaism Unbound family of podcasts! Its first season follows the stories of Ari and Josh, two men pursuing Jewish conversion while incarcerated. Despite facing obstacles and judgments, they find belonging and community within Judaism. “Tales of the Unbound: Episode 2 – “Yes Way” explores the role of pri…

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Jewish History & Destiny- Mashiach's Mission 54:54

1M ago54:54

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In this Women's Class we discuss the meaning of Mashiach, how Mashiach will reinstitute living life according to Torah values. We then use this as a backdrop to discuss what happened during the rise of Christianity and how history has repeated itself today.By Rabbi Ari Bensoussan

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The Torah’s Rejection of Venerating Dead Leaders - Chukat 17:08

1M ago17:08

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In this episode of "Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today," Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman discusses the Torah portion "Chukat," which heavily focuses on the concept of death. He explores the significance of death in the Torah, emphasizing that while life is sacred and filled with purpose, death represents the cessation of this purpose and the ultimate impurity…

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Episode 439: Interfaith Weddings - Ari Saks 1:05:28

1M ago1:05:28

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Ari Saks recently completed an 11-year career as a full-time pulpit rabbi, and is currently focused on reaching out to interfaith families, primarily through his podcast called Interfaithing. He joins Dan and Lex for a conversation about co-officiating interfaith weddings, how he thinks about presiding over meaningful marriage rituals, and the impo…

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TFJ Season 4 Episode 9 The First Truce in the War of Independence and the Creation of the Refugee Problem 28:20

2M ago28:20

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Britain was in favor of soliciting its Arab neighbors at Israel’s expense. However, the economic realities of strapped Britain at the end of WW II ensured that she could not aggravate the United States. Hence Britain had no recourse but to comply with the arms embargo to the Middle-East. The UN imposed a cease fire early in the War of Independence …

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Jewish History & Destiny- The Giants of The Mishnah & Gemara 43:55

1M ago43:55

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It is Mishna & Gemara Time! Explaining our Mesorah's importance and the responsibility and super human efforts of those giants who made it a possibility. We hear about the talents of Reb Yochanan Ben Zakai and the incredible story of Reb Yochanan & Rish Lakish.By Rabbi Ari Bensoussan

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Despair and Mediation: Moses Between Rebellion and Divine Wrath 10:08

1M ago10:08

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In this episode of "Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today," Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman discusses the Torah portion of Korach, focusing on the rebellion led by Korach against Moses and Aaron. Korach's challenge was based on the idea that all Israelites are holy and should be allowed to serve as priests, not just Aaron and his descendants. Levi highlights thr…

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Episode 438: Certifiably Unbound - Rena Yehuda Newman 48:38

2M ago48:38

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Rena Yehuda Newman (They/Them) is a Jewish, transgender writer, educator, independent publisher, and illustrator living and working in Brooklyn, NY. Rena Yehuda is also the new Director of the UnYeshiva Certificate Program. They join Lex on the podcast for a conversation about the UnYeshiva Certificate Program and how creative, collaborative learni…

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Jewish History & Destiny- Post Destruction, Reb Akiva , Reb Yehuda Hanasi and The Mishna's Origin 43:12

2M ago43:12

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In this Women's History Shiur , We skip to Post- Second Bet Hamikdash to focus on the origin of our current survival in this very long exile. We go through some unfortunate and unpleasant stories as we meander through our origins of exile. Reb Akiva, Reb Yehuda Hanasi and even Marcus Areilus are introduced in this emotional and necessary shiur.…

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Defying the Divine: The Stories of the Makoshesh and Makalel - Shlach with Yehuda Ber Zirkind 31:29

2M ago31:29

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In this episode of "Truths, Jewish Wisdom for Today," host Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman and guest Rabbi Yehudah Ber Zerkind discuss the Torah portion of Shlach, focusing on the story of the man gathering sticks on Shabbos (the Makoshesh). This story is juxtaposed with another incident from the portion of Emor in Leviticus, where a man curses God and is …

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Episode 437: Amen - Sharon Brous 1:01:08

2M ago1:01:08

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Sharon Brous is the senior and founding rabbi of IKAR. Her book, The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Heal Our Hearts and Mend Our Broken World, is a national bestseller, and her 2016 TED talk, “Reclaiming Religion,” has been viewed by more than 1.5 million people. Brous was named #1 on the Newsweek/The Daily Beast list of most influential Rabbis in …

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