Best Parashah Podcasts (2024)

When kids ask big questions, how do you respond? Whether you are parent, educator, or just a curious person, you've probably asked yourself the same questions. This podcast doesn’t have all the answers, but it can give you language and frameworks to engage meaningfully with these questions. Every week, Rabbi Shai Held invites an expert guest to exp…

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Vayigash: A Sheep In Swine's Clothing (Revisited) (2023-12-21) 45:59

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Mikeitz: Feeling Others' Pain (2023-12-14) 46:49

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Vayeishev: Risking One's Life For the Ones Who Gave One Life (2023-12-07) 47:18

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Vayishlah: Diplomacy: From Esau-Edom To Evil Empires (2023-11-30) 53:31

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Vayeitzei: Beauty In the Bible (Revisited) (2023-11-19) 50:42

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Toldos: But He Was Good To His Father (2023-11-16) 52:41

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Hayei Sarah: Rebecca's Nose Ring (2023-11-09) 49:31

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Vayeira: The Lesser Evil Principle (Revisited) (2023-11-02) 52:42

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Lech-Lecha: Abraham's Nighttime Raid (Revisited) (2023-10-26) 49:23

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Parashat VaYehi: A Blessing On Your Head (re-release) 16:27

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At the end of the Book of Bereishit, Ya'akov blesses his sons, including a really intricate one for Dan. Mara and Ravi discuss what it could mean and the lessons for being a good leader. At the end of the episode, they share some of their favorite moments of this season and what they've learned from each other.…

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5773 Thoughts on the Parashah: Vayishlach with Rabbi David Silber 6:19

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 11/27/2012By Drisha Institute

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5773 Thoughts on the Parashah: Ha’azinu with Rabbi David Silber 5:43

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 09/27/2012By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Tazria-Metzora with Gila Hoch 10:48

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 04/24/2012.By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Vayikra with Rabbi Jeffrey Fox 4:19

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 03/20/2012By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Vayakhel-Pekudei with Dr. Jesse Abelman 3:44

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers.By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Terumah with Dr. Aaron Koller 5:09

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 02/14/2012By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Yitro with Gila Hoch 9:18

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 01/24/2012By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Vayechi with Rabba Wendy Amsellem 7:07

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers.By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoguhts on the Parashah: Vayeishev with Rabbi Ben Skydell 8:39

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 12/08/2011By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Vayishlach with Rabbi Dr. David Flatto 8:18

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 11/28/2011By Drisha Institute

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5772 Thoughts on the Parashah: Vayeira with Rabbi Dr. Yitzhak Berger 4:42

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Thoughts on the Parashah is a series of shortform remarks on the weekly Torah portion, presented by a range of speakers. This episode was originally recorded on 11/02/2011.By Drisha Institute

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Bereishis: Swords Don't Kill People; People Kill People (2023-10-19) 57:26

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Ha'azinu: Collateral Damage (2023-09-10) 49:38

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Parashat VaYigash: Never Fear (re-release) 10:53

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After Yosef reveals himself to his brothers, and Ya'akov and the entire family go down to Egypt, God says not to be afraid. Mara asks why this might have been what Ya'akov needed to hear and Ravi talks about a time when he felt God was with him.By Hadar Institute

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Nitzavim: Omnes Pro Uno (2023-09-07) 1:07:55

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Parashat Mikeitz: Grudge Match (re-release) 10:57

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If the Torah says not to hold a grudge, why does Yosef take revenge on his brothers? Mara and Ravi talk about how role models might not always be perfect and how we can learn both from their strengths and their mistakes.By Hadar Institute

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Ki-Savo: Wickedness, Wiliness, and Wandering Out of the Way (2023-08-27) 48:59

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Archive.org version, including handout: linkBy Rabbi Yitzhak Grossman

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Parashat VaYeishev: Field of Dreams (re-release) 11:35

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Yosef's dreams lead to a lot of tension in his family. But did they have to? Ravi thinks about sibling rivalries, favoritism, and how everyone could've interpreted Yosef's dreams differently.By Hadar Institute

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Parashat VaYishlah: What's in a Name? (re-release) 12:01

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A name can tell us a lot about a person. Ya'akov (or is it Yisrael?) is no exception! Mara and Ravi talk about name changes in the Torah and why they are so important.By Hadar Institute

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Parashat VaYeitzei: Sweet Dreams (re-release) 11:30

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Ya'akov dreams about angels going up and down a ladder to the heavens. Where are they coming from? Where are they going? Ravi and Mara think about what they symbolize and why Ya'akov needs to see them.By Hadar Institute

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Parashat Toldot: Like Brothers (re-release) 10:25

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Ya'akov and Esav were really different - but they were still brothers. Mara asks how siblings can still try to get along, even when they have different interests, and Ravi has some ideas.By Hadar Institute

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Parashat Hayyei Sarah: Kind Regards (re-release) 11:14

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What's the most important quality in a person? When Avraham's servant looks for a wife for Yitzhak, he looks out for kindness. Ravi and Mara talk about why it's so important to be kind.By Hadar Institute

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Parashat VaYera: A Fair Shake (re-release) 13:10

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Is it fair to punish people for things for they didn't do? Avraham sure didn't think so. Mara and Ravi talk about Avraham arguing with God over the destruction of Sodom and what it takes to stand up for what's right.By Hadar Institute

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Parashat Lekh Lekha: Starstruck (re-release) 10:19

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God promises Avraham, at 99 years old, that he will have as many children as the stars in the sky. Mara and Ravi wonder how Avraham felt to hear that and how he had faith in God's promise.By Hadar Institute

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Parashat Noah: A Sea Change (re-release) 11:05

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After the flood, God promises to never destroy the world again. Ravi picks up on God's change of heart and Mara asks if people are totally good, totally bad, or somewhere in between.By Hadar Institute

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5783 Conversations on the Parashah: Devarim with Rabbi David Silber 1:08:22

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Conversations on the Parashah is a weekly investigation into the Torah portion, led by a rotating lineup of core Drisha faculty, each bringing their unique insights and methodologies of learning to the conversation. This class was recorded live on Zoom July 19, 2023. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new classes visit drisha.org…

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5783 Midrash on the Parashah with Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens: Devarim 53:46

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Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens delves into select midrashim on each week's Torah portion, helping us gain insight into the Rabbinic imagination. This class was recorded live on Zoom July 16, 2023. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new classes visit drisha.orgBy Drisha Institute

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5783 Conversations on the Parashah: Matot-Masei with Dr. Dror Bondi 1:00:37

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Conversations on the Parashah is a weekly investigation into the Torah portion, led by a rotating lineup of core Drisha faculty, each bringing their unique insights and methodologies of learning to the conversation. This class was recorded live on Zoom July 12, 2023. Find a copy of the source sheet here. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new …

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5783 Midrash on the Parashah with Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens: Matot-Masei 55:13

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Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens delves into select midrashim on each week's Torah portion, helping us gain insight into the Rabbinic imagination. This class was recorded live on Zoom July 09, 2023. Find a copy of the source sheet here. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new classes visit drisha.orgBy Drisha Institute

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5783 Conversations on the Parashah: Pinchas with Miriam Gedwiser 1:00:49

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Conversations on the Parashah is a weekly investigation into the Torah portion, led by a rotating lineup of core Drisha faculty, each bringing their unique insights and methodologies of learning to the conversation. This class was recorded live on Zoom July 05, 2023. Find a copy of the source sheet here. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new …

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5783 Midrash on the Parashah with Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens: Pinchas 1:03:43

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Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens delves into select midrashim on each week's Torah portion, helping us gain insight into the Rabbinic imagination. This class was recorded live on Zoom July 02, 2023. Find a copy of the source sheet here. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new classes visit drisha.orgBy Drisha Institute

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5783 Midrash on the Parashah with Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens: Naso 1:04:21

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Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens delves into select midrashim on each week's Torah portion, helping us gain insight into the Rabbinic imagination. This class was recorded live on Zoom May21, 2023. Find a copy of the source sheet here. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new classes visit drisha.orgBy Drisha Institute

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5783 Midrash on the Parashah with Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens: Bamidbar 58:32

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Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens delves into select midrashim on each week's Torah portion, helping us gain insight into the Rabbinic imagination. This class was recorded live on Zoom May 14, 2023. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new classes visit drisha.orgBy Drisha Institute

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5783 Conversations on the Parashah: Behar-Bechukotai with No’a bat Miri + Rabbi David Silber 1:04:50

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Conversations on the Parashah is a weekly investigation into the Torah portion, led by a rotating lineup of core Drisha faculty, each bringing their unique insights and methodologies of learning to the conversation. This class was recorded live on Zoom May 11, 2023. For more from Drisha, or to sign up for new classes visit drisha.org…

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