Best Exploring Jewish Law Podcasts (2024)

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Is there as much reason to believe in an evil God as a good God? Max Baker-Hytch vs Asha Lancaster-Thomas hosted by Vince Vitale 1:16:31

5m ago1:16:31

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In the discussion on the plausibility of an all-evil God versus an all-good God, Dr. Max Baker-Hytch delivered a compelling argument that encapsulated the essence of the debate. He highlighted the inherent scepticism that arises when considering the 'evil God' hypothesis, pointing out that if such a malevolent deity were to exist, it would provide …

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Living at the Frontier: Pesah 5784 6:38

1d ago6:38

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The JTS Commentary for Tetzavveh by Rabbi Lauren Henderson (RS '16), Congregation Or Hadash This commentary was originally broadcast in 2016. Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5.By JTS

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The Third Narrative, Plea for a Hostage 57:26

2d ago57:26

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Ralph Seliger has been a left-wing Zionist activist since the 1980s. He's edited and written widely for print and online platforms, usually on Israel and Jewish-related topics. His current focus is as co-editor of The Third Narrative, a website dedicated to a nuanced perspective on Israel, defending its existence and security, while also advocating…

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Guest: Austin Petersen - The Future of The Libertarian Party, Direct Action & Culture Jamming 1:25:39

4d ago1:25:39

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In this riveting episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, hosts Jason and Matt are joined by Austin Petersen, the dynamic host of the Wake Up America show and 2016 runner-up for the Libertarian Party's presidential nomination. Today's discussion dives deep into the turbulent waters of infighting within the Libertarian Party, exploring its histo…

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Mi ShePara and the Laws of Guardianship - Gefet with Shalhevet Schwartz 33:28

5d ago33:28

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Gefet: Gemara, Perushim and Tosfot An in-depth (Iyun) Gemara shiur with Rabbanit Yael Shimoni and Shalhevet Schwartz As we approach Pesach, we'll look together at the sugya of "Mi ShePara," and will explore how, throughout the laws of transactions and the laws of shomrim, the words that we say become both ethically and legally meaningful even befor…

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Why do humans play God? Nick Spencer vs Emily Qureshi Hurst presented by Andy Kind 1:16:32

7d ago1:16:32

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For too long, the ‘science and religion’ debate has fixated on creation, evolution, cosmology, miracles and quantum theory, and not enough on the essence of what it means to be human. But this is a mistake argues one of our guests today, Christian academic Nick Spencer, Senior Fellow at Theos, in his new book ‘Playing God: science, religion and the…

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Din & Daf: The Multi-Dimensional History of Ona'a - Dr. Elana Stein Hain 37:44

8d ago37:44

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Din & Daf: Conceptual Analysis of Halakha Through Case Study with Dr. Elana Stein Hain source sheet The Gemara describes ona’at mammon as overcharging (or underpaying) for portable items. This seems far afield from the description of ona’ah in the Torah (Vayikra 25). What does the discrepancy between the two tell us about the various dimensions of …

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Anti-Israel Humanitarian Law 37:03

9d ago37:03

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The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms while Countering Terrorism happens to be Professor Ben Saul, Challis Chair of International Law, Sydney Law School and Elected Academic Fellow, The University of Sydney Senate. In this complete interview with Professor Ben Saul we wrestled…

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The Be'eri Spirit, Anti-Israel Humanitarian Law 58:22

9d ago58:22

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Eitan Drori OAM joined me in the studio live speaking with Ahal Besorai, an Israeli Certified Forum Facilitator and Coach and British lawyer, who currently lives in the Phillipines. Ahal, born in Kibbutz Be'eri, is a former officer in an IDF Navy Commando unit and a chairman of the Young President Organization (YPO) London Chapter. Ahal's younger s…

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In Each And Every Generation: Shabbat Hagadol 5784 6:45

10d ago6:45

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The JTS Commentary for Tazria by Rabbi Burton L. Visotzky, Appleman Professor of Midrash and Interreligious Studies, Emeritus; Director, Milstein Center for Interreligious Dialogue; Louis Stein Director, Finkelstein Institute for Religious and Social Studies, JTS Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5.…

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Classic Replay: War and Peace: is war ever justified or should Christians embrace pacifism? Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas 1:06:15

10d ago1:06:15

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In a world riddled with conflict, where headlines scream of violence and unrest, the age-old question resurfaces: Is war ever justified, or should Christians wholeheartedly embrace pacifism? Join esteemed scholars Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas as they delve into the moral complexities of war and peace from a Christian perspective in this classi…

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Guest: Adam Eisenberg - 9/11 First Responder Debunks Pentagon Narrative & Exposes Black hats 1:28:38

11d ago1:28:38

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In this compelling episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason and Matt welcome back Adam Eisenberg, a former member of Alpha Company, 3rd US Infantry, who was among the first on the scene at the Pentagon on 9/11. An expert in Pratt & Whitney plane engine parts, Eisenberg shares his firsthand observations that day, noting the conspicuo…

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Stand by Your Word! - On Second Thought with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer 19:44

12d ago19:44

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On Second Thought: Delving Into the Sugya with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer ⁠⁠Sources⁠⁠ Bava Metzia 48Learn more on ⁠hadran.org.il

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Jesus and Modern Politics with Tom 'NT' Wright, Preston Sprinkle and Billy Hallowell 1:14:30

14d ago1:14:30

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It's no secret that modern American Christians are deeply divided over politics. This division raises important questions about the influence of Scripture on political beliefs. To make sense of this, we invited renowned scholar NT Tom Wright, theologian, professor and star of the "Ask NT Wright Anything Podcast" along with New York Times bestsellin…

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Introducing: Exploring Kabbalah from JTS Podcasts 12:17

16d ago12:17

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Check out this new series from JTS Podcasts, Exploring Kabbalah. Dr. Eitan Fishbane shares the complext history of Jewish mystical thought from the Torah to Hasidism. Subscribe now: RSS: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3550593/episodes/feed Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exploring-kabbalah/id1739159484 Hosted by: Dr. Eitan Fish…

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Money, Money, Money! - On Second Thought with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer 20:46

16d ago20:46

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On Second Thought: Delving Into the Sugya with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer Masechet ⁠Sources⁠ Bava Metzia 42Learn more on hadran.org.il

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Din & Daf: Borrowing without Permission with Dr. Elana Stein Hain 26:03

16d ago26:03

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Din & Daf: Conceptual Analysis of Halakha Through Case Study with Dr. Elana Stein Hain Din & Daf: Borrowing without Permission: Why is it Problematic? Bava Metzia 41, 43 source sheet The Gemara in BM 41a and 43b claim that one who uses another person’s items without permission is a thief and she is liable for damages if someone happens to the item …

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Charting a Way Back: Tazria 5784 8:50

16d ago8:50

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The JTS Commentary for Tazria by Rabbi Ayelet Cohen, Pearl Resnick Dean of the Rabbinical School and Dean of the Division of Religious Leadership, JTS Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5.By JTS

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Zionist Federation of Australia, Humanitarian Aid in Gaza 58:30

16d ago58:30

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The recently appointed CEO of the Zionist Federation of Australia Alon Cassuto is responsible for leading the organisation through the most challenging times being faced by Australia’s Jewish community. Cassuto is an accomplished lawyer and management consultant. Born and raised in Jerusalem, the former youth movement madrich (leader), AUJS and Isr…

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Bury the Money?! - Gefet with Rabbanit Yael Shimoni 30:25

17d ago30:25

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Gefet: Gemara, Perushim and Tosfot An in-depth (Iyun) Gemara shiur with Rabbanit Yael Shimoni and Shalhevet Schwartz A shomer sachar (paid guardian) digs a hole deep in the ground to bury the money that he is safekeeping -- and then the money is stolen. Is he liable? What do you think? Explore a heated debate among the Rishonim that emerges from To…

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Guest: Gavin Nascimento - The Origins of Zionism, Jewish Eugenics & The Nazi Connection 1:28:22

18d ago1:28:22

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In this gripping episode, Jason and Matt welcome back Gavin Nascimento for his 8th appearance on the Free Thought Project podcast. Diving deep into his latest book, "A History of Elitism, World Government, and Population Control," and beyond, Gavin offers an expansive look into how the ruling elite manipulate global affairs, with a special focus on…

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The resurrection: Fact or fiction? Harry Amos vs Joe Boot hosted by Ruth Jackson 1:16:02

21d ago1:16:02

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Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Is there any good evidence to support the resurrection? Are alternative explanations more compelling? Can we trust the biblical narratives? Ruth Jackson hosted a live debate at a school with the help of Aylesbury Youth for Christ. She was joined by Rev Dr Joseph Boot, founder and president of the Ezra Institute …

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Din & Daf: Negligence & Responsibility with Dr. Elana Stein Hain 30:38

23d ago30:38

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Din & Daf: Conceptual Analysis of Halakha Through Case Study with Dr. Elana Stein Hain Negligence, followed by unavoidable interference: Who’s at fault? Dr. Elana Stein Hain – dinanddaf@hadran.org.il source sheet Bava Metzia 36a-b discusses the concept of תחילתו בפשיעה וסופו באונס, damage that resulted from a process that began with negligence but …

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Honoring Aaron’s Tragic Sacrifice in the Laws of Mourning: Shemini/Shabbat Hahodesh 5784 10:03

24d ago10:03

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The JTS Commentary for Shemini/Shabbat Hahodesh by Dr. Shira Billet, Assistant Professor of Jewish Thought and Ethics, JTS Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5.By JTS

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The Nova Music Festival Massacre 32:58

23d ago32:58

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Born in Tel Aviv and educated at UCLA and Columbia College in Chicago, Duki Dror Darwish is an internationally award-winning documentary filmmaker. His extensive body of work spreads over multiple topics and forms - character-driven journeys, experiment biographies, investigative docs, and historical epics, have won him international recognition an…

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Moral Clarity: Truths in Politics and Culture 33:21

23d ago33:21

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Understanding the world is harder than ever. There is too much information, too much propaganda, and too much virtue signalling. Moral Clarity: Truths in Politics and Culture is a vehicle to speak truth to nonsense. Nachum Kaplan holds a degree in politics from Monash University in his native Australia and has spent 30 years working as a journalist…

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Can I Change my Mind? Defining G'mar Din - Gefet with Shalhevet Schwartz 32:32

24d ago32:32

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Gefet: Gemara, Perushim and Tosfot An in-depth (Iyun) Gemara shiur with Shalhevet Schwartz This week, we will address the question of when a litigant can take back voluntary commitments that he took upon himself in beit din. In general, beit din is a place where judges act coercively, but sometimes a litigant is willing to take on commitments beyon…

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SUPERNOVA and Moral Clarity 58:29

23d ago58:29

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Born in Tel Aviv and educated at UCLA and Columbia College in Chicago, Duki Dror Darwish is an internationally award-winning documentary filmmaker. His extensive body of work spreads over multiple topics and forms - character-driven journeys, experiment biographies, investigative docs, and historical epics, have won him international recognition an…

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Debunking the Myth of Secular Enlightenment: A Clash of Perspectives David Bentley Hart vs Terry Sanderson (Replay) 59:24

24d ago59:24

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Today we delve into the contentious debate surrounding the role of secularism in Western civilization and its relationship with Christianity.A growing chorus of new atheist writers heralds the advent of an enlightened era of secular rationalism, purporting to liberate society from what they perceive as the shackles of outdated Christian influence. …

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Animal Cruelty - On Second Thought with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer 16:01

25d ago16:01

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On Second Thought: Delving Into the Sugya with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer Masechet Sources Bava Metzia 33-34Learn more on https://hadran.org.il/

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Guest: Martha Bueno - Ross Ulbricht's Injustice, The Power of Cannabis & Healing America's Divide 1:04:49

25d ago1:04:49

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Join Jason and Matt on the Free Thought Project Podcast as they engage in a captivating conversation with the insightful Martha Bueno. Former Vice-Chair of the Libertarian Party of Miami-Dade County, a dedicated mother, and an innovative entrepreneur, Martha brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. In this episode, we explore the h…

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Zone of Self Interest 4:20

28d ago4:20

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ABC radio presenter Rafi Epstein toeing the line at the ABC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By David Schulberg

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Did it really happen: the Resurrection of Jesus? Mike Licona vs Larry Shapiro hosted by Andy Kind 1:17:42

28d ago1:17:42

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The question of the historicity of Jesus' resurrection has been repeatedly investigated, probed, and discussed. This week on Unbelievable we will add to the debate by asking ‘Did it really happen – the Resurrection of Jesus?’ dissecting the narratives of Jesus’ death and Resurrection. We’ve got two eminent scholars – who are good friends but with d…

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Din & Daf: Lifnim Mishurat Hadin - Do we compel people to go above and beyond the law? with Dr. Elana Stein Hain 34:08

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Din & Daf: Conceptual Analysis of Halakha Through Case Study with Dr. Elana Stein Hain Bava Metsia 30b source sheet The Gemara introduces the concept of lifnim mi-shurat ha-din, often described as going above and beyond the letter of the law. But what does this category actually mean? Does this mean that a person can choose whether or not to do it?…

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Three Israel Advocates 58:30

1M ago58:30

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𝐋𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐊𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 - is the acting Head of Philanthropy for the Victor Smorgon Group and the Founder of Impact Outfit, a family office advisory group. She has just returned from a trip to Israel. Lillian is passionate about working with individual investors and family offices to help them align their personal values with their philanthropic and business…

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Prayer as Resonance: Tzav-Shabbat Shekalim 5784 8:41

1M ago8:41

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The JTS Commentary for Tzav, Shabbat Shekalim by Rabbi Luciana Pajecki Lederman, Director of the Beit Midrash and Nishma Summer Program, JTS Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5.By JTS

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Classic Replay: From Atheist to Catholic with Leah Libresco and Hemant Mehta 57:58

1M ago57:58

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In this Classic Replay of Unbelievable? Podcast, we delve into the fascinating journey of Leah Libresco, once a prominent atheist blogger who made headlines by converting to Catholicism. Her story gained attention across both religious and secular spheres, including a feature on CNN.Leah sits down with Hemant Mehta, widely known as the Friendly Ath…

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Guest: Karl Wuckert - Disobedience, Militant Non-Violence & The Path To a Sovereign Society 1:10:10

1M ago1:10:10

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In this compelling episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt welcome Karl Wuckert, a stalwart advocate for liberty, founder of "The Liberated Man," and "Sovereign Society," and a voice for militant peaceful activism. Drawing on his experience as part of a militia and as an anarcho-capitalist, Karl offers a rare insight into the wo…

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Is Lying Permitted?! - On Second Thought with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer 14:03

1M ago14:03

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On Second Thought: Delving Into the Sugya with Rabbanit Yafit Clymer ⁠⁠⁠Source Sheet⁠⁠⁠ Bava Metzia 23

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Should Christians play politics? Michael F. Bird vs Stephen Wolfe hosted by Billy Hallowell 1:12:12

1M ago1:12:12

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With crucial elections happening in the UK and USA this year Unbelievable is diving back the debate into politics and faith with some paradigm shifting thinkers and theologians. Strap in for this mini-series starting with Michael F. Bird (Deputy Principal & New Testament scholar at Ridley College, Australia) and Stephen Wolfe (author of ‘The Case f…

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Finders Keepers? The Importance of the First Moment - Gefet with Rabbanit Yael Shimoni 29:10

1M ago29:10

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Gefet: Gemara, Perushim and Tosfot An in-depth (Iyun) Gemara shiur with Rabbanit Yael Shimoni If I find a coat out on the sidewalk and try to return it to its rightful owner, do I have to keep it in my home until Eliyahu comes, even if it’s clear that its owner has given up on it? According to the Ramban in our sugya, the answer to that question is…

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Din & Daf: Acting in Someone Else’s Interest without their Knowledge 42:11

1M ago42:11

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Din & Daf: Conceptual Analysis of Halakha Through Case Study with Dr. Elana Stein Hain Acting in Someone Else’s Interest without their Knowledge - זכין לאדם שלא בפניו Source sheet We have seen a few mentions of the principle that one may effectuate binding transactions on someone else’s behalf without the latter’s knowledge. How does this work? Wha…

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Eurovision 2024, Jerusalem's Anglo City Councillor 58:48

1M ago58:48

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Israel had to change its entry for Eurovision because its original selection 'October Rain' was deemed to be too political. Now Eden Golan will be singing 'Hurricane' and I spoke with Israeli Eurovision expert Amir Alon about Israel's prospects at Eurovision 2024. Alon Amir was slated to be a judge before the Estonian pre-Eurovision contest, a posi…

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Amalek and the Torah of Purim: Shabbat Zakhor 5784 7:51

1M ago7:51

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The JTS Commentary for Shabbat Zakhor by Dr. Yitz Landes, Assistant Professor of Rabbinic Literatures and Cultures, JTS Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5.By JTS

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Is our mind really more than mere matter? Keith Ward and David Papinaeu (Replay) 1:00:34

1M ago1:00:34

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In this replay we bring together Christian Philosopher & Theologian Keith Ward and atheist Professor of Philosophy from King's College London, David Papinaeu to unpack the question "Is our mind more than matter"? Ward believes that the brain is accompanied by an immaterial mind, while Papinaeu believes the brain and the mind to be one in the same -…

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Guest: Blooded The Brave - TikTok Ban, Fake Rebels, & the Music Industrial Complex 1:05:27

1M ago1:05:27

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In this compelling episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt are joined by hip hop artist and truth seeker, Blooded the Brave, also known as Kyle Reese. Reese has been a standout figure in the hip hop community, advocating for truth and hope through his powerful lyrics for nearly 2 decades. Today, we delve deep into the underlying…

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Queen Esther's Personality - a Shiur with Rabbanit Hamutal Shoval 32:22

1M ago32:22

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A Purim shiur from Hadran's Siyum #MegillahChallenge, 2024 For the full siyum, click here.

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Is God’s love truly for all - universalism or eternal damnation? Andrew Hronich vs Jerry Walls hosted by Dr. Sean McDowell 1:00:19

1M ago1:00:19

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Top apologist, Biola professor, and author Dr. Sean McDowell guest hosts Unbelievable on the topic, 'Does God truly love everyone?'. Most Christians would say yes. At the heart of Christianity is a declaration that God so loved the world that he gave his only Son to make salvation possible for every single person. But there are very strongly held v…

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Gaza War Situation, Where's the Jews? 58:15

1M ago58:15

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Dr. Dan Diker is president of the Jerusalem Centre for Public Affairs and a Senior Fellow and longtime Director of the Counter-Political Warfare Project at the Jerusalem Center, former Secretary-General of the World Jewish Congress and Research Fellow of the International Institute for Counter Terrorism at Reichman University (formerly IDC, Herzliy…