Best Skokie Podcasts (2024)

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#73 Premature draft analysis 36:38

9d ago36:38

36:38

AK and KG are back and better than ever giving their expert pre draft analysis.

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Rabbi Ari Hart and the Rhythm of the Soul 1:31:59

21h ago1:31:59

1:31:59

Rabbi Ari Hart, spiritual leader of Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob, takes us on his journey from Evanston to Iowa and Israel and back to his hometown where he has reinvigorated a congregation rich in history with his unique style. Topics discussed include music theory, women’s roles in shul and activism. Also, Yoel’s question of the day bombs for the …

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Meet the Crew! 48:54

4d ago48:54

48:54

Producer Amber and sound engineer Paul join Caitlin and Katie for this special first anniversary episode. The team reflects on their year on the podcast and their parenting journeys. https://skokielibrary.info/your-family-your-library/ Email us at podcast@skokielibrary.info to get in touch or share a topic idea.…

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Reflecting on Parenthood 43:55

1M ago43:55

43:55

Were you inundated with parenting wisdom and myths when you were expecting? Caitlin and Katie share some myths they've heard over the years and share resources and library book recommendations that'll help you when the days feel long. https://skokielibrary.info/your-family-your-library Share what parenting myths you've heard with us! Email us at po…

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Israel Trip Recap with Doni Garden 1:53:43

1M ago1:53:43

1:53:43

Joined by special guest host Doni Garden, the boys discuss Jordan, Josh and Doni's recent trip to Israel, where they met soldiers and families and saw sites impacted by the October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks, and (some of them) helped out a local farmer by picking cabbages.

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(2) Jude 3–16 — Intruder Alert: Exposing the Enemy 42:53

2M ago42:53

42:53

By Daniel Mann

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#72 Deep thoughts with AK 13:26

2M ago13:26

13:26

AK provides some hot takes just before free agency begins

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(1) Jude 1–4 — Contending For The Faith 45:08

2M ago45:08

45:08

By Daniel Mann

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When Things Get Scary 44:53

2M ago44:53

44:53

How do you talk to your children about upsetting and challenging occurrences? Skokie Public Library Youth Services librarians Katie and Caitlin chat about their approach and share library books and other resources to help parents and caregivers start the conversation. Browse our show notes including picture books, parenting collections, and other l…

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(14) 1 Samuel 29–31 — A Preserved Life & A Tragic Death 1:01:08

2M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

By Daniel Mann

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(13) 1 Samuel 27–28 — What NOT To Do When You Don't Know What To Do 45:23

2M ago45:23

45:23

By Daniel Mann

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Naftali Brenner: Filling the Cavities of His Soul 1:27:30

2M ago1:27:30

1:27:30

Lincolnwood resident Dr. Naftali Brenner joins the pod to discuss how he managed to overcome traumatic experiences in the Brooklyn yeshiva system, his PSD from losing a disposable camera on 9/11, and learning basic education in college before attending the allegedly first dental school in the world.

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(12) 1 Samuel 24–26 — A Better King In Righteousness 49:18

3M ago49:18

49:18

By Daniel Mann

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(11) 1 Samuel 21–23 — The LORD's Providence In Life's Perils 53:41

3M ago53:41

53:41

By Daniel Mann

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Moshe Blonder, Traveling Foodie (feat. Jon Blumberg) 58:12

3M ago58:12

58:12

Yoel, Jordan, and guest host Jon Blumberg sit down with healthcare executive Moshe Blonder to discuss his Brooklyn upbringing, what brought him to Chicago, his love of (and willingness to travel far and wide for) good food, and the time he picked up a severed head off the street as a member of Hatzalah.…

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(10) 1 Samuel 18–20 — The LORD Is With His King. 45:59

3M ago45:59

45:59

By Daniel Mann

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Creating Boundaries 43:20

3M ago43:20

43:20

Katie and Caitlin kick off the new year by discussing boundaries. They chat about their struggles and how to create boundaries, both as children and adults.By Skokie Public Library

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(9) 1 Samuel 17 — A Better King In Battle 44:51

3M ago44:51

44:51

By Daniel Mann

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(8) 1 Samuel 16 — Contrasting Kings 47:24

3M ago47:24

47:24

By Daniel Mann

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#71 Don’t mess with Freddy M 46:17

3M ago46:17

46:17

A new champion is crowned for the 2023 season.

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Shahs of Dempster: Shahram Kohananoo’s Journey from Shiraz to Skokie 1:13:54

4M ago1:13:54

1:13:54

After Yoel recounts his recent experience in Israel, Shahram Kohananoo joins the pod to discuss his upbringing in Iran, memories of the Revolution and the life he built in Chicago as a Persian immigrant.

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(7) 1 Samuel 16–31 — A Better King 52:00

4M ago52:00

52:00

By Daniel Mann

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Ross Gordon: An Entrepreneur in Search of Self and his Next Move 1:26:42

4M ago1:26:42

1:26:42

Ross Gordon of Skokie drops in to chat about his entrepreneurial career, including his current and former ventures, and his religious and spiritual journeys.

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#70 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays 41:58

4M ago41:58

41:58

Jeopardy returns; can Kosta redeem himself?

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Failure and Empathy 43:51

4M ago43:51

43:51

How do you talk about failure in your home? Mandy joins Caitlin and Katie as they discuss ways parents can fail, adults can fail, and how we should use this as an opportunity to learn and build empathy.By Skokie Public Library

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(3) Matthew 1:18–25—God's Sovereign Promise Fulfilled 48:20

4M ago48:20

48:20

By Daniel Mann

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#69 Before and After 44:18

4M ago44:18

44:18

AK and KG play jeopardy before they take a deep dive into the first round of the playoffs

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(2) Matthew 1:1–17—Four Mothers 49:26

5M ago49:26

49:26

By Daniel Mann

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Tamar Friedman: A Trailblazer in Jewish Education 1:26:59

5M ago1:26:59

1:26:59

Former Director of Judaic Studies at Hillel Torah, Tamar Friedman takes us through her career at the elementary school, where she spent 38 years as a teacher and administrator before retiring in 2021. She also discusses her upbringing in Israel, where she lived during the Six-Day War as a young child, as well as numerous occasions when her family l…

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#68 Tighty Whitey 32:55

5M ago32:55

32:55

AK and Kosta keep it brief with not much left to play for in the final week of the season. G talk gets spicy.

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(1) Matthew 1:1–17—The Genealogy of Jesus: Mundane or Marvelous? 47:08

5M ago47:08

47:08

By Daniel Mann

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#67 Real Talk 58:22

5M ago58:22

58:22

No intro this week. AK and KG get right into discussing the top 6 teams and even discuss the G league.

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A Glimpse Into a Soldier's Life, with IDF Veteran Nachum Meyers 1:15:19

5M ago1:15:19

1:15:19

Following a multi-episode hiatus, Yoel returns as co-host. Jordan recaps the March for Israel, which he attended in DC, before the pod is joined by his brother-in-law, IDF veteran Nachum Meyers, who takes us through his time in the army, including a riveting look into an infamous mission he participated in.…

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Climate Change and Climate Anxiety 49:00

5M ago49:00

49:00

Katie and Caitlin chat about their experience with climate change, how their families discuss and work to counteract climate change, and share helpful resources from the library.By Skokie Public Library

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(6) Lamentations 5—Enormous Hurt; Enduring Hope 47:49

5M ago47:49

47:49

By Daniel Mann

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Gobble Gobe 54:53

5M ago54:53

54:53

AK and KG are back after a 1 week hiatus. They are full from Thanksgiving and also full of opinions on trades.

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(5) Lamentations 4—Then and Now 53:52

5M ago53:52

53:52

By Daniel Mann

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#65 Trading Integrity 54:07

5M ago54:07

54:07

We mix things up this week as Plotkin and Mehdi discuss all the trades that went down this week

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(4) Lamentations 3—A Ray Of Hope In A Dark Pit 42:42

6M ago42:42

42:42

By Daniel Mann

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#64 Terrific Trio 1:04:25

6M ago1:04:25

1:04:25

AK and KG are joined by the new number one manager in the league.

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(3) Lamentations 2—Experiencing Anger; Expressing Anger 46:04

6M ago46:04

46:04

By Daniel Mann

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#63 Spooky Scary Skokie Heads 58:41

6M ago58:41

58:41

AK and KG have have a special intro by request and wrap up the spooky season.

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(2) Lamentations 1—Look and See 46:43

6M ago46:43

46:43

By Daniel Mann

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#62 In the Redzone with Ev 1:00:41

6M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

AK and KG are joined by their youngest guest to date.

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Bedtime Challenges and Reading Instruction 49:38

6M ago49:38

49:38

Katie and Caitlin share their challenges when dealing with sleep regression and other sleep issues. Caitlin also gives an overview from a July library event about literacy and how the library can support young readers. We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: podcast [at] skokielibrary [dot] info.By Skokie Public Library