Rav Nosson Maz and his role in the Kleve Gett
Rav Nosson Maz was the leader of the Frankfurt Kehilla for much of the latter half of the 18th century. His brilliant mind, numerous seforim, and prestige, is only more inspiring when shown side-by-si...
23 Aug 202328min
Napoleonic Wars and the Effect on Jewish Life
Napoleon Bonaparte has a unique place in world history. Listen to a discussion about how his policies and laws had lasting effects far beyond what could have been imagined. Jewish communities came in ...
29 Jun 202322min
Rav Akiva Eiger’s Curriculum For Secular Studies
Rav Akiva Eiger is known for his genius and unique learning style. As the Chief Rabbi of Posen, Rav Eiger became tasked with implementing secular education in Jewish schools in his region. In this cap...
21 Jun 202323min
The Vilna Gaon in Berlin
Learn about the Vilna Gaon and his trip to Berlin! Included is a fascinating discussion about the Vilna Gaon's interaction with early reformers.
18 Mai 202326min
Rav Aron Fuld and the Frankfurt Judicial System
Learn about Rav Aron Fuld, the last of the illustrious dayanim of Frankfurt. Take a dive into the fascinating story of the judicial system of that city.
3 Mai 202322min
Rav Yedidya Tia Weil - Achsanya Shel Torah Podcast
Rav Yedidya Tia Weil, son of Rav Nesanel Weil (author of Korban Nesanel), was one of the leading Torah luminaries in the second part of the 18th century. He authored more than half a dozen works, many...
15 Feb 202319min
Rav Mendel Rosenbaum - Torah, Askanus, and Legacy
Rav Mendel Rosenbaum was one of the leaders of Orthodox Jewry in Germany during the nineteenth century. Gain a unique perspective of Bavarian Jewry. Learn about the personalities of Rav Mendel Rosenb...
19 Jan 202319min
Rabbi Dovid Tzvi Hoffmann - His life, his genius, and his impact
Rabbi Dovid Tzvi Hoffmann was one of the last Torah leaders and poskim of German Jewry. He authored a commentary on Chumash and responsa titled Melamed L'hoil.
15 Nov 20225min
