Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchGaining Clarity of Purpose Through Antisemitism with Rabbi Raphael Shore
Season 5 Episode 155
In this episode, we are joined by Rabbi Raphael Shore to discuss his new book, Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Jew?. Together, we explore the lessons and…
1 year, 1 month ago
Embracing Depth, Meaning, and Connection with Dr. Michael Milgraum
Season 5 Episode 154
In this thought-provoking episode, we are joined by Dr. Michael Milgraum, a psychologist, poet, and child of a Holocaust survivor, to explore the pro…
1 year, 1 month ago
Judaism is NOT about Tradition!
Season 5 Episode 153
In this podcast, we dive into Fiddler on the Roof to examine how its portrayal of "tradition" and Jewish identity mirrors a broader historical strugg…
1 year, 2 months ago
Plan B Soul Rectifications
Season 5 Episode 152
In Mishnah Sanhedrin, we are taught that all of Israel has a share in Olam HaBa (the World to Come). But what about a Jew who does not engage in Tora…
1 year, 2 months ago
The Spiritual Foundation of Physicality
Season 5 Episode 151
Based on a request from members of the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group, this episode explores the spiritual foundation of physicality …
1 year, 2 months ago
Q&A in the Sukkah
Season 5 Episode 150
In this episode, I requested questions from listeners that I could research and explore in depth. My guest and I sat in the sukkah as I provided answ…
1 year, 2 months ago
Defining G-d in the Sukkah
Season 5 Episode 149
About ten years ago, the Pew Research Center found that around 85-90% of the global population believes in a deity. At first, this seems promising. B…
1 year, 3 months ago
Don’t be the 2nd Witness
Season 5 Episode 148
In this episode we delve into the profound wisdom behind how Hashem orchestrates the world with flawless precision, balancing justice and compassion …
1 year, 3 months ago
Hashem is Our Shadow
Season 5 Episode 147
In this episode, we explore the profound opportunities that Rosh Hashanah through Yom Kippur offers us—a chance to recreate ourselves and start anew,…
1 year, 3 months ago
Let’s Talk Politics
Season 5 Episode 146
I typically avoid conversations about politics; however, given the gravity of the upcoming election and its potential impact on Israel, I’ve decided …
1 year, 3 months ago