Best Rabbi David Young Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 81 - 3rd Anniversary Special: Dungeons & Dreidels 2:29:49

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May 21, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 81 - 3rd Anniversary Special - Dungeons & Dreidels A year has passed since the goblins were driven from the village and the light of Hanukkah was saved by the hero called Hershel… or so everyone thought. Now, on the final night of the town’s Hanukkah celebration, the wind howls and dark c…

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Episode 80 - Putting the Pieces Together 48:35

27d ago48:35

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May 7, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 80 - Putting the Pieces Together Samson apparently loved Delilah and word puzzles. In today’s world, before he attacked the philistines, he probably would have finished that morning’s Wordle. With so many types of puzzles in the world today, we try to piece together an episode with the clu…

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Episode 79 - Let's Get Together: Live in Austin! 1:09:49

1M ago1:09:49

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April 23, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 79 - Let’s Get Together: Live In Austin! Barak, Ethan, and RDY were finally in the same zip code together, for the first time ever! So they decided to record an episode with the locals! When these nerds get together they play board games, watch superhero movies, visit comic book shops, …

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Episode 78 - New Games, Old Wisdom 35:10

2M ago35:10

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April 9, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 78 - New Games, Old Wisdom In this episode, we dice into the world of reboots, remastering, and retelling, both in the sacred and the pixelated. Ethan begins by sharing his love for the remastered version of one of his favorite games, Star Wars: Dark Forces, and what changed in its recen…

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Episode 77 - God Plans, Man Laughs 39:03

2M ago39:03

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March 26, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 77 - God Plans, Man Laughs There’s a new episode of Torah Smash! Yes, and… the Jewish tie in is a story from Genesis! Yes, and… the hosts find more ways to comment about muppets. With a topic like improv, anything can happen! Let’s talk about laughter and where it can be found in the wo…

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Episode 76 - Separating the Nerdy from the Mundane 39:34

3M ago39:34

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March 12, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 76 - Separating the Nerdy from the Mundane After last episode’s connection to Shabbat, there was only one logical topic for the next conversation: havdalah! We learn about the ritual objects of havdalah and the meaning behind this short, weekly celebration. We discuss when we keep our n…

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Episode 75 - Shabbat: There's A Nap For That 41:54

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February 26, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 75 - Shabbat: There’s A Nap For That Shabbat is a way for us to reflect on the week and reset ourselves. We power ourselves down and find ways of interacting with our loved ones and our community in ways that can really nourish our soul. So, this is a reminder to download that specia…

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Episode 74 - JudAIsm ...With Special Guest Rabbi Josh Fixler 54:29

4M ago54:29

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February 12, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 74 - JudAIsm Artificial intelligence is everywhere—even in the clergy world! In this episode, we welcome Rabbi Josh Fixler, who was recently featured in The New York Times for his insights on how religious leaders are using AI. Join us as we explore the intersection of faith and tech…

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Leading, Impact, & Moving Forward with Aliza Kline, Dori Frumin Kirshner, Idit Klein, & Jodi Bromberg 1:07:49

4M ago1:07:49

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These four inspiring leaders and I discuss a broad range of topics including their decision to transition out of their leadership roles, what success means to them, thoughts of the wider Jewish community, and advice for those seeking to serve in similar roles. I am deeply grateful to these four leaders for their service to the Jewish community that…

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Episode 73 - Kosher or Not Kosher? 44:15

4M ago44:15

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January 29, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 73 - Kosher or Not Kosher? It’s time for everyone’s favorite game show when it comes to Jewish food… Kosher! Or! Not! Kosher?! Join us as we explore some fantasy foods, science fiction foods, and some soon-to-not-be so science fiction food based questions when it comes to keeping kosh…

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Innovative Leadership With A Purpose with Rabbi David Rosenn, President & CEO of the Hebrew Free Loan Society 49:44

4M ago49:44

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David and I dive into his inspiring journey in Jewish leadership, which led him to expand free loan services across the NYC area. We discuss his decision to pursue Rabbinic ordination as a means of driving positive social change and explore the profound impact of his work, all centered on his mission to bring more good into the world. hfls.org List…

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Universally Designed Communities of Belonging with Jen Phillip, President & CEO of Keshet 44:21

4M ago44:21

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Jen and I dive into her deep passion for creating spaces where people of all abilities feel a true sense of belonging. She shares how this passion has guided her journey to her current role and offers valuable insights from leading a nearly $20 million capital campaign. Tune in as Jen reveals the process, challenges, and key lessons learned in turn…

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Episode 72 - Leviticus All Along ...With Special Guest Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner 49:03

5M ago49:03

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January 15, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 72 – Leviticus All Along …With Special Guest Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner We are thrilled to welcome the first character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to join us on Torah Smash, Rabbi Levin, played by real life clergy, Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner. She shares about her journe…

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Episode 71 - The Wheel of New Years 46:47

5M ago46:47

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January 1, 2025 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 71 - The Wheel of New Years The Wheel of Time turns, and we return with another episode for you. Did you know that Judaism celebrates four different new years? So, that means that American Jews celebrate 5 different New Years! And if you’re stuck in a time loop, the number is much high…

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Episode 70 - Torah Smash Jr. 38:29

6M ago38:29

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December 18, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 70 - Torah Smash Jr. There are some stories in Jewish tradition and history that put the children at the center of it all. Jacob and Esau as well as Joseph teach us some valuable lessons as adults. But aren’t children just meant to be sidekicks? And how old are the children of the To…

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Episode 69 - Die Hard Is A Chanukah Movie ...With Special Guest Arnon Shorr 47:06

6M ago47:06

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December 4, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 69 - Die Hard is a Chanukah Movie …With Special Guest Arnon Shorr Chanukah falls on Christmas Day this year, so what better way to celebrate this overlap than debating if the classic action film, Die Hard, is a Christmas movie or a Chanukkah movie? We review what makes a movie holiday…

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Episode 68 - Super Mitzvot Bros. ...With Special Guest Sparkle Peters 46:04

7M ago46:04

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November 20, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 68 - Super Mitzvot Bros. …with Special Guest Sparkle Peters The Nintendo video game company has been filling our homes with fun and excitement for many years. Some even say that the best video game of all time was Super Nintendo’s Super Mario Bros. Twitch streamer and podcaster, Spar…

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Processing Deeper with Rabbi Adina Allen, Co-Founder and Creative Director of the Jewish Studio Project 45:22

7M ago45:22

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Adina and I explore how art-making serves as a powerful tool for processing various facets of our lives. From spiritual texts to personal experiences and global events, her work empowers individuals within the Jewish community to use artistic expression as a means to reflect on emotions, navigate experiences, and deepen their spiritual journeys. Je…

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Making Space For The Self with Josh Feldman, Founder/CEO of R&R: The Rest of Our Lives 52:44

7M ago52:44

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In the season opener of It's Who You Know!, I sit down with Josh to explore his new organization and its mission to make rest practices—like sabbaticals, break weeks, and daily rest routines—integral to the culture of the Jewish community sector. Josh shares insights on the importance of rest and how incorporating these practices can enhance our se…

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Episode 67 - Grief, Loss, and Lifesabers 51:47

7M ago51:47

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November 6, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 67 - Grief, Loss, and Lifesabers Ethan opens his heart to all of us once again as we look back on a year of grief together with returning guest, Dr. Betsy Stone. We learn about the difference between the words grief and loss, share some of the meaningful practices during the mourning …

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Episode 66 - Good Ideas Gone Wrong 45:15

7M ago45:15

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October 23, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 66 - Good Ideas Gone Wrong We recorded this episode in September of 2024, which means that we had to visit the future historical event of the time: the Bell Riots from Deep Space 9. Ethan walks us through this time travel Star Trek episode and we discuss what went wrong. They seemed l…

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Insider Insight with Sarah Raful Whinston, Principal at DRG Talent Consulting Experts 1:02:15

8M ago1:02:15

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Sarah and I discuss what recruiting looks like from the recruiter's perspective. She shares insights into the application process, resume and cover letter building, and how to put your best foot forward in the job search process. drgtalent.com Listen to all IWYK episodes on our website: https://itswhoyouknowthepodcast.buzzsprout.com Look for new li…

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Episode 65 - Sabra: The Hero Not The Hummus ...With Special Guest Sasha Kaplan 51:17

8M ago51:17

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October 9, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 62 - Sabra: The Hero not the Hummus …with Special Guest Sasha Kaplan The upcoming Captain America movie will include the first live action portrayal of the Israeli superhero Sabra. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Sabra’s first introduction into the Marvel Comics world, the po…

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Episode 64 - The Good, The Bad, and The Antisemitic ...With Special Guest Dr. Linda Maizels 49:54

8M ago49:54

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September 25, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 64 - The Good, The Bad, and The Antisemitic …With Special Guest Dr. Linda Maizels It’s been almost a year since the attack on Israel on October 7. Since that time, it hasn’t just been the war that has taken over the news. It feels like there has been such a strong increase of antise…

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Episode 63 - The Rav and The Acolyte 36:02

9M ago36:02

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September 11, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 63 - The Rav and The Acolyte In today’s episode, we learn from each other as we discuss the newest Star Wars show, The Acolyte. We discuss the best and worst teachers among the sith and the jedi in the show. Also, did Darth Maul’s mommy make an appearance? Speaking of teaching, Etha…

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Episode 62 - Deadpool and Lamed Vavnikim 46:24

9M ago46:24

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August 28, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 62 - Deadpool and Lamed Vavnikim There are so many people in our world who are making the world a better place. Judaism calls them lamed vavnikim, or the righteous 36. But what about the people in the void who are making our world a better place? Or those who are trying to find missing…

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Episode 61 - Inside Mussar 2 43:04

10M ago43:04

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August 14, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 61 - Inside Mussar 2 Emotions can sometimes be difficult to handle and we find that they’re also often pretty Jewish. Join us as we explore the two joyfully sad movies by Pixar, Inside Out 1 and 2, and the connections to a very popular Jewish practice. We let the little voices inside o…

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Episode 60 - All Nerds Think About Is Sects ...With Special Guest Melissa Raub 47:03

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July 31, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 60 - All Nerds Think About Is Sects …with Special Guest Melissa Raub Judaism is divided into sects or branches, but they all share a few core beliefs. We agree that they don’t sit on a spectrum, but perhaps they live in some kind of venn diagram? But, reviewing the sects of Judaism isn’t…

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Building Career Capital with Denise Fowler, Founder of Career Happiness Coaching 55:33

11M ago55:33

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In the final episode of this series, career coach Denise and I discuss ways to transition from job loss to job readiness. This challenging process is an integral part of your career journey. During this time, actions taken can build your network, fine-tune your professional goals, and significantly impact your career trajectory. No pressure! career…

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Episode 59 - The Messiah Element 45:40

11M ago45:40

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July 17, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 59 - The Messiah Element Not the first element, hydrogen. Not the second, the third, or even the fourth element. No, this episode is about the Fifth Element, and it’s just… perfect. Grab a flying taxi and head to the (for some reason) garbage filled airport because you won two tickets ab…

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Episode 58 - X-Men Again Again ...with Guest Host Joel Swedlove 47:06

11M ago47:06

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July 3, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 58 - X-Men Again Again …with Guest Host Joel Swedlove In this episode, our guest host, Joel Swedlove, leads our team through a quote quote from a rabbi with a funny name name. We discuss the ever popular X-Men ‘97 animated series that recently completed and explore the similarities and di…

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Episode 57 - To Everything There Is A Bluey ...With Special Guest Cantor Emily Simkin 50:18

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June 19, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 57 - To Everything There Is A Bluey…with Special Guest Cantor Emily Simkin This week’s episode of Bluey is called… Torah Smash! Sometimes special episodes come into our lives, this is one of those episodes. For real life! We talk about our feelings around the Heeler’s “moving” episode an…

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Embracing An Abundance Mindset with Mark S. Young, Vice President of Talent Strategy and the Director of JResponse at JCCA 57:29

12M ago57:29

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Mark and I discuss his work in examining and highlighting staff engagement in Jewish organizations, helping to focus job hunters on finding their next position with an organization that cares about the satisfaction of its staff. JCCA - Mark S. Young Bless Our Workforce: Changing The Way We Manage Our People by Mark S. Young Don’t Salaries Matter? O…

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2nd Anniversary Special: Paraders of the Blessed Ark - Part Two 1:50:56

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June 5, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 56 - 2nd Anniversary Special - Paraders of the Blessed Ark - Part Two The second part of this year’s epic adventure to celebrate our podcast’s two years of being Jewish and nerdy. Can our heroes defeat this mysterious giant? Can they complete their mission? What happens to Tirza’s cat roc…

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2nd Anniversary Special: Paraders of the Blessed Ark - Part One 1:34:13

1y ago1:34:13

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May 22, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 55 - 2nd Anniversary Special - Paraders of the Blessed Ark - Part 1 To celebrate two years of being Jewish and Nerdy, we invited some of our previous guests from the past year back to the show for a Torah Smashed version of Dungeons & Dragons. Each player chose a biblical character to por…

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171: The Solomon Success Blueprint: Building Wealth with Timeless Wisdom with Scott Florida 14:10

1y ago14:10

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Welcome to the Solomon Success show, where we uncover timeless insights from King Solomon and the Bible for business and investing. Amidst a sea of false promises, let's refocus on enduring principles for a life of peace and prosperity. I'm Scott Florida, guest hosting for Jason Hartman. Drawing from my 30 years of pastoral and entrepreneurial expe…

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Episode 54 - Very Special Episodes ...With Guest Host Rabbi Alan Cook 50:00

1y ago50:00

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May 8, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 54 - Very Special Episodes …with Guest Host Rabbi Alan Cook This week’s episode will talk about something very special. Since we want it to be extra memorable, we’ll bring in a special guest. That should help ensure that the purpose and topic stick out in your mind. Did that work for you g…

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Stepping Up To Support Democracy with Eli Greenstein Jacober, Senior Director of Growth Strategy at Repair the World 48:35

1y ago48:35

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Eli and I discuss some of the ways volunteers step-up the support the democratic process during voting season. Learn how Repair The World is partnering with A More Perfect Union to promote and encourage volunteerism around the election. Repair The World This episode is part of a collaboration with A More Perfect Union, The Jewish Partnership for De…

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Episode 53 - Destiny Report 37:49

1y ago37:49

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April 24, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 53 - Destiny Report You’re going to listen to this episode. How do I know? Because it’s destined to happen. The fact that you’re reading this now already tells me that this episode is in your feed. Just because you're reading this doesn’t change the fact that it’s going to happen. You s…

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Best of Human Emotions with Paul Golin, Executive Director of the Society for Humanistic Judaism 1:05:24

1y ago1:05:24

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Paul and I delve into another aspect of Judaism, one that enriches an individual's connection to our historical tradition while supporting their desire to adapt the content to suit modern life. The Society for Humanistic Judaism This episode is part of a collaboration with A More Perfect Union, The Jewish Partnership for Democracy: www.jewishdemocr…

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Episode 52 - Moses and the Justice League 40:59

1y ago40:59

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April 10, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 52 - Moses and the Justice League Passover is around the corner, so of course, we will look at the hero who, to avoid the destruction of his people, was sent by his parents to eventually grow up to be the hero we all look up to. I’ll give you a hint, they’re a member of the Justice Leag…

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Raising Up The Next Generation with Dr. Dean P. Bell, President & CEO of Spertus Institute 48:31

1y ago48:31

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Dr. Dean Bell and I explore an important Jewish educational institution and how it is changing and adapting to fit the needs of Jewish professionals today. www.spertus.edu This episode is part of a collaboration with A More Perfect Union, The Jewish Partnership for Democracy: www.jewishdemocracy.org Listen to all IWYK episodes on our website: https…

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Finding The Space Between with Rabbi Josh Feigelson, President and CEO of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality 1:02:06

1y ago1:02:06

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Rabbi Feigelson and I delve into his leadership journey both as a Rabbi and a PhD holder, exploring how he has nurtured the growth of the organization. We discuss the impact of his work on individuals at various levels, including himself, and examine the intersection between mindfulness and the ideals of democracy. www.jewishspirituality.org This e…

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Episode 51 - You Are So Not Invited To My Borg Mitzvah 42:49

1y ago42:49

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March 27, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 51 - You Are So Not Invited To My Borg Mitzvah Star Date: April 5, 2063. Earth has finally made contact with other intelligent life in the universe, so we better ask them all the important questions: Do lobster people keep kosher? How many people attend a Borg’s b’nai mitzvah service? A…

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Episode 50 - Funny, You Don't Look Jewish ...With Special Guest Fabrice Sapolsky 45:47

1y ago45:47

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March 13, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 50 - Funny, You Don’t Look Jewish …with Special Guest Fabrice Sapolsky Purim is around the corner (some may say it’s around three corners) and throughout the holiday we disguise who we really are. Together with comic creator and publisher, Fabrice Sapolsky, we explore some comic heroes …

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Episode 49 - Hogwarts School of Judaism and Wizardry ...With Special Guest Rabbi Emma Gottlieb 48:25

1+ y ago48:25

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February 28, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 49 - Hogwarts School of Judaism and Wizardry…With Special Guest Rabbi Emma Gottlieb Filled with decades of knowledge, halls filled with history, and helping to teach the young ones the history, culture, and practices of their people. As we explore the starting point for the wizarding…

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Episode 48 - What If Creation Wasn't The Beginning? ...With Special Guest Roy Schwartz 44:32

1+ y ago44:32

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February 14, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 48 - What If Creation Wasn’t The Beginning?…With Special Guest Roy Schwartz Judaism encourages us to ask questions. In this episode, we try to answer Marvel’s biggest question of What If…? We discuss the most recent animated addition to the MCU and debate how the question could be us…

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Episode 47 - Echo Of Resilience 42:39

1+ y ago42:39

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January 31, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 47 - Echo of Resilience Our Jewish history has been passed down through the generations and some experts may say that has made us more resilient. Superheroes learn about their ancestors’ ups and downs, but one in particular has shown the impact those stories can have when you fully em…

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Episode 46 - The Incredible Samson 43:01

1+ y ago43:01

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January 17, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 46 - The Incredible Samson You may have grown up hearing the story of Samson, whose strength was connected to his hair. Did you know that it was also tied to one of his emotions? RDY gently guides us on a comparative look of how Samson’s love of Delilah and his destructive anger ties …

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Episode 45 - Our Heroes and Transformative Grief 46:30

1+ y ago46:30

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January 3, 2024 Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews Episode 45 - Our Heroes and Transformative Grief Ethan returns and shares about his brief hiatus from the show due to the loss of a loved one. In this episode, we celebrate the life of Kiya, we each discuss how our grief has shaped us, and the difficult personal experiences and choices that ca…

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