This episode traces the shift in Jewish mysticism from a form of angelology and demonology to a more sophisticated system of theosophy and Sefirot.(Kotzk Blog: 549)

This episode examines the often daunting, if not intimidating genre of early Mussar writings, which tend to sideline both the Divine and human agency in the pursuit of moral and ethical refinement. (Kotzk Blog 548)

This episode explores centuries of Jewish mystical engagement with Sufism, focusing on the Egyptian Judeo-Sufi Period and its possible link to Lurianic Kabbalah.

Kotzk Blog: 547) From the Nile to Safed: Egyptian Judeo-Sufism as an influence on Lurianic Kabbalah

This article explores how Cairo Geniza documents may demonstrate how two opposing Jewish factions sought Islamic religious edicts (Fatwas) to settle internal theological debates, during the 13th century. (Kotzk Blog 546)

This article examines the claim of "cutting-edge academic research into psychedelics" as often touted by psychedelic adherents; and suggests we may be witnessing the birth of a new Jewish spiritual movement, already known as "Chassidelics." (Kotzk blog 545)

This article discusses the increasingly widespread use of alcohol and psychedelics in our communities (Kotzk Blog 544)(http://kotzkblog.com)

The first Chassidic book appeared in 1780, two decades after the Baal Shem Tov’s passing. What, then, was the nature and content of the abundant manuscripts produced in that interim? (Kotzk Blog 543)

This article examines how Zoharic Kabbalah may be read as a detailed mystical response to Christian polemics and persecutions. (Kotzk blog 542)

This episode examines how the race to publish first, often shaped the scholarly priorities and study material of future generations. (Kotzk Blog 540)

This episode looks at the resurgence of interest in Reb Shayele of Kerestir who had emerged the de facto protector of thieves and swindlers. (Kotzk Blog 539)