Acharei Mot 5784: A People Apart
How can the Jewish people maintain a sense of unity and connection as a nation despite geographical separation and divergent experiences between the Diaspora and Israel? In this week's episode, Rabba ...
1 Maj 202441min
Pesach 5784: Unearthing Personal Freedom
Can we transform the "bread of affliction" into the "bread of redemption" this Passover?" Yiscah Smith returns this week with a call for us to see ourselves ("l'rot atzmo") as leaving spiritual ensla...
21 Apr 202442min
Metzora 5784: Transforming Curses into Blessings
Can we uncover hidden blessings, even from within painful experiences? Join us this week as we delve into the profound purification rituals surrounding the mysterious affliction of tzara'at (often tra...
17 Apr 202432min
Tazria 5784: Reimagining Ritual Purity
How do we navigate the tension between devotion to mitzvot and the pursuit of understanding their significance in our lives? In this week's parsha, we explore the seemingly archaic ritual purity laws...
11 Apr 202432min
Shemini 5784: Going Beyond Our Mistakes
In this week’s episode, we navigate the complexities of failure and growth in the aftermath of pivotal moments in the Tanakh. Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy draws a parallel between the incidents of t...
4 Apr 202432min
Tzav 5784: Kindling the Spirit
Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash joins us this week for an investigation of the eternal flame that burned upon the altar. Contemplating the balance between the passion of the burning fire and the stea...
28 Mars 202439min
Vayikra/Purim 5784: For God or King?
Join Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield this week as he delves deep into the rich theological tapestry of Purim alongside Rafael Polisuk. Together, they explore the intricate messages woven into the fabric of the ...
19 Mars 202426min
Pekudei 5784: Constructing Connection
In what way does the Mishkan (Tabernacle) serve as a metaphor for organizing one's relationship with God, oneself, and others? This week, we're joined by Rabbi Dr. Daniel Reifman for a discussion of ...
14 Mars 202429min
