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Episode 198 - Parshat Vayechi: When Two Roads Diverge
In this fascinating conversation with Dr. Elana Stein Hain we develop and challenge a creative and meaningful theory that compares Yosef's life trajectory to the figure of Kayin. Chazak, chazak, v'ni…
Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Episode 197 - Parshat Vayigash: Leading with the Heart
In this conversation with Dr. Danielle Bloom that organically interweaves theories of psychology and biblical commentaries, we discuss the parallel life trajectories of Yehuda and Yosef, both of whom…
Published on 1 year ago
Episode 196 - Parshat Miketz: The Narratives that No Longer Serve Us
This conversation with Dr. Ayelet Hoffmann Libson seeks to understand to what degree Yosef pursues the fulfillment of his childhood dreams, and how the tension between actively pursuing and letting g…
Published on 1 year ago
Episode 195 - Parshay Vayeshev: Becoming a Representative of God
In this conversation with beloved Matan teacher Dr. Tanya White, we delve into the character molding that transforms Yosef from a self-focused youth into a statesman and caretaker of his family. The…
Published on 1 year ago
Episode 194 - Parshat Vayishlach: The Struggles of Yaakov
In this searching and candid conversation with Chaya Cowen, we explore the internal struggles of Yaakov through psychological insights as well as Chassidic ones. Our Breishit series titled, ‘These a…
Published on 1 year ago
Episode 193 - Parshat Vayetze: Rachel and Leah as Paradigms
In this episode with R. Alex Israel, we discuss the sister dynamic between Rachel and Leah, their relationships with Yaakov and how these dynamics impact future generations. Our Breishit series title…
Published on 1 year ago
Episode 192 - Parshat Toldot: A Portrait of Yitzchak
In this conversation with Rabbanit Debbie Zimmerman, she paints a sensitive and nuanced portrait of our most understated patriarch, Yitzchak. While some describe Yitzchak as passive and a dutiful fo…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 191- Parshat Chayei Sara: The Qualities of Rivka
In this conversation with Rabbanit Rachel Weber Leshaw, we discuss Rivka's entry into the family and how her qualities make her a fitting life partner for Yitzchak. Our Breishit series titled, ‘These…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 190- Parshat Vayera : A Portrait of Sara Imenu
In this probing conversation with Michal Porath-Zibman, we discuss the highs and lows of Sara's life with particular focus on her absent, yet resounding, presence in the story of the binding of Yitzc…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 189 - Parshat Lech Lecha: Avraham at War
In this conversation with Dr. Chana Tannenbaum, we discuss the often overlooked story about the war between the kings (Br. 14) and what broader religious paradigms it reflects. Our Breishit series t…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago