The Greatest Parashah Podcast

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Rabbi Moish Kornblum to delve into the complexities of parental blessings in the Torah, focusing on the blessings given by Yaakov Avinu to his sons. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the nature of blessings and their impact on personal growth.

Rav Moish is the Assistant Dean at Yeshiva Orayta and former congregational rabbi in Cape Town. 

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Rabbi Nathan Dweck to explore the motivation behind Yosef’s testing of his brothers. The discussion delves deeper into the emotional and psychological aspects of the narrative, examining how these themes are reflected in contemporary life.

Rabbi Nathan Dweck serves as High School Minyan Rabbi and Torah Programming Director at Congregation Beth Torah, Mashgiach Ruhani and Judaic Studies teacher at Barkai Yeshivah Middle School, Executive Director of Tebah Educational Services, and Rabbi of Congregation Berit Shalom.

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Rav Yuda Drizen to explore the meaning of dreams in the Torah, how those dreams speak to our lived reality today, and how these ideas connect to the holiday of Hanukah.

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Rav Alex Israel to discuss the righteousness of Yosef in the face of temptation and the broader theme of sexuality and power throughout Sefer Bereshit.

Rabbi Alex Israel teaches Tanakh at Midreshet Lindenbaum, Yeshivat Eretz Hatzvi, Matan Hasharon; and is faculty at the Rabbi Sacks Legacy. Read his Torah and listen to his podcasts at www.alexisrael.org

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Ms. Talia Harcsztark to reflect on the pattern of the selected and rejected son that’s featured over and over again in Sefer Bereshit. What does it mean to be chosen? What are our responsibilities as the chosen people?

Ms. Harcsztark is the former Chair of the Tanakh department at the Yeshivah Flatbush, and she currently teaches at Pelech Girls High School in Jerusalem.

In this week's episode, we are joined by Rabbi Dr. Richard Hidary for an insightful exploration of Parashat Vayetse. Through a detailed analysis of the text, Rabbi Hidary discusses Yaakov's vow and its implications, offering a nuanced understanding of the relationship between faith and action. 

Rabbi Hidary is an Associate Professor of Judaic studies at Yeshiva University and Rabbi at Sephardic Synagogue. 

In this episode, we sit down with Rabbi Joseph Dweck for a thoughtful discussion on Parashat Toledot. Through a close reading of the text, Rabbi Dweck explains the meaning of Yitzchak’s blessings to Yaakov and Esav, how those blessings relate to the Land of Israel, and what the Torah reveals about Esav’s character that ultimately leads to the loss of both the birthright and the blessing.

Rabbi Joseph Dweck is the former Rosh Yeshivah of Barkai Yeshivah and has served for the past decade as the Senior Rabbi of the Spanish and Portuguese Jewish Community of the United Kingdom. He is currently in the process of making Aliyah.

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In this episode, we are joined by Rav Judah Dardik to explore the profound themes of loss and legacy in Parashat Haye Sarah. Through a thoughtful examination of the text, they discuss how Abraham's experiences offer timeless lessons on dealing with grief and the importance of passing on values to future generations.

Rabbi Judah Dardik is the Sgan Rosh Yeshiva and a Gemara R"am at Yeshivat Orayta, as well as Dean of the Orayta Center for Jewish Leadership and Engagement. abbi Dardik lives in Gush Etzion with his wife Naomi and their six children, and enjoys hiking, winemaking, and roller hockey.

In this episode, we are joined by Rabbi Ikey Tawil for a fresh interpretation of the famous story of the Akedah. Through a close reading of the text, Rabbi Tawil reveals how a deeper understanding of the peshat can resolve some of the story’s classic moral dilemmas.

Rabbi Ikey Tawil is the head Rabbi at Kol Israel Congregation, Mashgiach Ruchani at the Yeshivah of Flatbush Elementary School, and head of the SCA summer learning program.

In this episode, the hosts are joined by Rabbi Albert Setton to explore the enigmatic figure of Malkitzedek in Parashat Lekh Lekha. Together, they examine his mysterious identity, his role in Avram’s journey, and the deeper meaning behind his brief yet powerful appearance. Join us for an engaging and insightful discussion on faith, purpose, and spiritual identity.

Rabbi Albert Setton serves as Rabbi of Congregation Magen David of West Deal, heads The Midrash Women's Division, and is the Rav Yeshivah of Yeshivat Barkai.