Can legacy and memory transform the pain of loss into purpose?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash reflect on the tragedy of Nadav and Avihu in Parshat Shemini, exploring how the loss of Aaron’s sons … Read the rest

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What does Pesach teach us about freedom, growth, and responsibility?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Rabbi Dr. Irving (Yitz) Greenberg for a special conversation on Parshat Tzav, the sacrificial system, and the deeper messages of Pesach… Read the rest

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What can the cycle of giving teach us about our relationship with the Divine?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Rabbi Leon Morris to explore the opening of Sefer Vayikra (Leviticus) and the relevance of the ancient sacrificial … Read the rest

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Why does the Torah spend so much time repeating the Mishkan’s details?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Rafael Polisuk explore Parshat Pekudei and its surprising focus on repetition and detail. They unpack the final verses of Sefer Shemot, … Read the rest

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How do we create a Jewish community that honors different perspectives?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Ilana Gleicher-Bloom explore Parshat Vayakhel and its vision of community. They discuss how Moshe transforms Bnei Yisrael from a fragmented group into a … Read the rest

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Can true growth come from mistakes?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy explore Parshat Ki Tisa and the dramatic episode of the Golden Calf. They examine why the Israelites fell so quickly after Sinai, the connection … Read the rest

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What does the Torah actually mean by ‘wiping out Amalek’?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Elisha Anscelovits explore the Torah’s commandment to wipe out Amalek, examining its historical, practical, and ethical dimensions. As Purim approaches, they discuss … Read the rest

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This week’s episode is in memory of Beth Wasserman z”l and sponsored by her nephew and his family.

Why does God command a physical space if God is everywhere?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Brent Spodek explore Parshat … Read the rest

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This podcast is sponsored in memory of Morris L. Kramer, a beloved friend and an ohev Yisrael

How does the Torah balance law with compassion?

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash explore Parshat Mishpatim, examining its … Read the rest

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What does Yitro teach us about choosing Torah instead of receiving it by force?

Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Michael Hattin explore Parshat Yitro, highlighting the contrast between Amalek’s hostility and Yitro’s embrace of the Jewish people. They discuss Yitro’s journey … Read the rest

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