Podcast Episodes

Medicine Under Fire – Dr. Tsvi Sheleg on Innovation and Resilience

Episode 26

In this episode of The Rabbi and the Other Guy, Rabbi Daniel A. Septimus and Dr. Matt Shocket welcome Dr. Tsvi Sheleg, Senior Physician in the Ophthalmology Department and the Deputy Director General…

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Diaspora Jews, Israel, and the Z3 Project

Episode 25

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In our newest episode of The Rabbi and the Other Guy, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket sit down with Zack Bodner—founder of the Z3 Project and CEO of the Oshman Family JCC…

Published on 9 months ago

Dr. Matt Schocket's Medical Mission to Israel

Episode 24

In this special episode of The Rabbi and the Other Guy, Dr. Matt Schocket shares his firsthand experience volunteering on a medical mission to Israel during a critical time. Despite uncertainty aroun…

Published on 9 months, 1 week ago

Jews & Hanukkah Today

Episode 23

In the final episode of 2024, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schockett are joined by Rabbi Dan Ain, Shalom Austin's Parent Life Educator. Together, they explore the rich history of Hanukkah and delve into it…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

What is the Significance of Yizkor? Part Two

Episode 22

In Part Two of our 'What is the Significance of Yizkor?' episode, we continue our heartfelt conversation with Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Senior Rabbi at Congregation Agudas Achim. Together, we delve into th…

Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago

Life in the Western Galilee Since October 7

Episode 21

A few weeks ago, Shalom Austin was honored to host Moshe Davidovich, the Mayor of the Mateh Asher Regional Council in Israel.

Moshe sat down with Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Matt Schocket for our very fir…

Published on 11 months ago

How Did Bagels Become the Official American Jewish Food?

Episode 20

This episode is brought to you by bagels. Whether you prefer plain, sesame, or everything, we've got your carb cravings covered—just no fruit bagels, please.

Join Tom Rosen, the founder and owner of …

Published on 11 months, 1 week ago

Meet Austin's Shinshinim

Episode 19

Join Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Matt Schocket as they welcome Ariella and Eyal, Austin’s newest Shinshinim from Israel! In this episode, Ariella and Eyal share insights into the Shinshinim program, refle…

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

Judaism and Public Affairs

Episode 18

In our latest episode, Shalom Austin's Public Affairs Director, Emily Bourgeois, joins Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket. Together, they explore her involvement in the Austin Jewish community, discuss…

Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago

Are Jews an Oppressed People?

Episode 17

In our newest episode, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket are joined by Jackie Niremberg, Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Austin Regional Director, to discuss and break down the question - 'are Jews oppres…

Published on 1 year ago