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R' Chaim of Volozhin & Chassidus
Episode 30
Much more than just the founder of the Volozhin Yeshiva, R' Chaim was a multi faceted and devoted leader of his people. We'll follow one aspect of his leadership as he trail-blazed a new method of de…
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago
The Golden Age of Slabodka: Part III
Episode 29
The years immediately preceding WWI were considered the glory days of Slabodka's long history. Let's meet the personalities and hear the stories of the period when the Alter of Slabodka had his great…
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago
Baseball, PHD's and Torah: Foreigners in the Great European Yeshivas part I
Episode 28
The interwar period witnessed the phenomenon of young Yeshiva students from Western Europe & the US, who would make the trek to study at the great citadels of Torah in Eastern Europe. Come and follow…
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago
The Chofetz Chaim: Myths Abound
Episode 27
As one of the greatest and most beloved leaders in recent times, the Chofetz Chaim's legacy has attracted much legend. Join us as we reexamine some of the stories that are a bit heavy on the legend s…
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago
Tribute to R' Nosson Kamenetzky Z"L
Episode 26
R' Nosson was a unique individual who made an everlasting contribution to our understanding of Pre War Europe. He was not only wise, he was a kindhearted and warm personality as well. A few words in …
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago
Tough Jews: The Jewish Soldiers of WWII
Episode 25
In honor of the 75th Anniversary of the D-Day invasion at Normandy, the role of Jews in the allied forces is a story to be told. Listen to the heroism and challenges of the fighting Jews of WWII.
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The Baal Shem Tov Vol II
Episode 24
What role did the Baal Shem Tov play in Jewish society? Did he face serious opposition? What was so revolutionary about his teachings? Beneath the myth and legend lies a great leader and personality …
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago
The Baal Shem Tov Vol I
Episode 23
The Baal Shem Tov's influence on the course of history can hardly be overestimated. How did it happen? What was his world all about? Come and take a glance at the world that was his stage.
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Uncompromising Zealot: The Life and Times of the Minchas Elazar
Episode 22
With the winds of change blowing fiercely across the Jewish European landscape, Rabbi Chaim Elazar Shapira, the Munkatcher Rebbe donned the armor of a fighter against the new ideas and ideals of his …
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago
The Great Controversy & Everlasting Influence of the Ramchal
Episode 21
Although he was chased and held in great suspicion during his lifetime, the Ramchal achieved fame and everlasting influence in his death. Let's explore the vicissitudes of life and vindication in dea…
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago