Unboxing Judaism · Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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The Unboxing Judaism Podcast is a lively dialogue and discussion between Rabbi Yaakov Nagel and Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe that helps unbox and demystify the most fundamental ideas in Judaism that are commonly misunderstood.

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Unboxing Judaism · Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe episodes:

05.23.2024
Ep. 21 - Balancing Justice and Mercy: A Jewish View on Rejoicing Over the Fall of Adversaries
When we witness the fall of someone who has embodied evil, the tangle of emotions can be as complex as the Talmudic debates themselves. In this episode we embark on a riveting journey through the Jewish lens on justice, mercy,...
03.25.2024
Ep. 20 - Death, Mourning and Afterlife
When the world seems to spin a little slower and the heart feels the heavy weight of loss, it's the shared stories that bring comfort and understanding. We extend a tender hand through the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, offering solace and...
12.10.2023
Ep. 12 - Celebrating X-mas with a Chanukah Bush?
In this Episode (#12) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the question of "Celebrating X-mas with a Chanukah Bush" and is there anything really wrong with intermarrying between Jews and non-Jews? Is it...
12.06.2023
Ep. 19 - Why Don't the Religious Serve in the IDF?!
Ever wondered why some religious Jews choose not to serve in the Israeli Defense Force (IDF)? You might be surprised to learn that many proudly enlist, paralleling their service with the historical narrative of Moses and the war with Amalek....
07.28.2023
Ep. 18 - Wigs & Shaitels: The Elegant Enigma - Delving into the Dynamics of Modesty and Jewish Tradition
Prepare to embark on a captivating journey with Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe and Rabbi Yaakov Nagel, as they trace the intricate customs of hair covering for married Jewish women back to its roots in the Torah. Promise to be intrigued as...
06.08.2023
Ep. 17 - Arranged Marriages
In this Episode (#17) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the misunderstanding that people have about the setup, dating and marriage of men and women in Torah-observant world. Not it's not arranged. *****...
05.22.2023
Shavuos Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)
In preparation for the upcoming festival of Shavuos, the TORCH Rabbis and Podcasters gathered together in the magnificent TORCH Centre to discuss the upcoming days of holiness and connection with our creator! Each of us shared an idea about Shavuos...
04.30.2023
Ep. 16 - Yom Ha'atzmaut
In this Episode (#16) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the controversy surrounding the Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israel's Independence Day) and some refreshing perspectives on this national holiday. ***** Unboxing Judaism Podcast is...
04.03.2023
Pesach Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)
In preparation for the upcoming festival of Pesach, the TORCH Rabbis and Podcasters gathered together in the magnificent TORCH Centre to discuss the upcoming days of redemption & freedom. Each of us shared an idea about Pesach and how to...
03.01.2023
Ep. 15 - Technology & Children
In this Episode (#15) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the opportunities and challenges of technology and the impact it has on us, adults, and our precious children. They share practical tools to...
02.14.2023
The SHORTEST, but most IMPORTANT Podcast
Please visit GiveTORCH.net to partner with us and support the outreach work we do for the Jewish community, locally and globally. ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishinspiration Unboxing Judaism Podcast - https://linktr.ee/unboxingjudaism Parsha...
01.26.2023
Ep. 14 - Understanding Tragedies
In this Episode (#14) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the challenging news of tragedies, whenever they occur. What is the reason, lesson and growth opportunity from tragic incident that we hear about.
01.18.2023
Ep. 13 - Why Are So Many Jews Anti-Zionists?
In this Episode (#13) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the troubling trend of anti-zionism from a multitude of groups. From the extreme right to the extreme left, different forces find ways to...
12.14.2022
Ep. 11 - Isn't It Enough To Just Be Good?!
In this Episode (#11) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the question of "Isn't It Enough To Just Be Good?!" Why do we need so many commandments in the Torah? Shouldn't it be...
12.13.2022
Chanukah Roundtable with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters
In preparation for the upcoming festival of Chanukah, the TORCH Rabbis and Podcasters gathered together in the TORCH Centre to discuss the upcoming days of light. Each of us shared an idea about Chanukah and how to make the most...
12.08.2022
Ep. 10 - Antisemitism - Why the Jews?!
Discussed in this Podcast (Episode 10): What is the reason behind the recent bout of antisemitism and how come the Jews have been on the receiving end of so much hate throughout our history. Is there perhaps an underlying message...
12.02.2022
Ep. 9 - Is it OK to Disagree with God?
Discussed in this Podcast (Episode 9): Is it OK to Disagree with God? Do I have to agree with everything written in the Torah? What's if I think it's outdated and archaic and isn't relevant to our generation? This and...
11.02.2022
Ep. 8 - Kosher: Blessed by a Rabbi
Discussed in this Podcast (Episode 8): Does Kosher mean blessed by a Rabbi? Why do we need Kosher Supervision on food? Why are there so many organizations that supervise Kosher? Should we recite a blessing on non-kosher food? Unboxing Judaism Podcast...
10.26.2022
Ep. 7 - Do The Jews Have it Right?
Discussed in this Podcast: Do the Jews have it right? Are we so confident that our way is the best ay to live life? Also, What is the most important character trait to focus on in our journey of self...
10.13.2022
Sukkah Roundtable with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters
This special Sukkos episode is dedicated in honor of our dear friends, Peter & Becky Botvin, who have been such dedicated friends of TORCH for many years! May Hashem continue to bless you with great health and success in all...
06.13.2022
Ep. 6 - Why Study Torah?
Discussed in this Podcast: Why should a Jew feel compelled to study Torah, a document handed down to Moshe and the Jewish people 3,300 year ago and what is it's relevance to us today? Unboxing Judaism Podcast is a discussion of...
04.27.2021
Ep. 5 - Assimilation and Tattoos
Discussed in this Podcast: (1) Would assimilation and intermarriage with the gentiles perhaps decrease antisemitism and hatred against the Jews? (2) Is it true that if a Jew gets a tattoo they can not be buried in a Jewish cemetery? Unboxing...
04.23.2021
Ep. 4 - Creating Barriers
Unboxing Judaism is a podcast discussing fundamental Jewish topics through the lens of modern culture with Rabbi Yaakov Nagel and Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe from TORCH, in Houston, Texas Please send your questions or comments to [email protected]. For all other podcasts available...
01.19.2021
Ep. 3 - Don’t be Stingy with your Wisdom
Unboxing Judaism is a podcast discussing fundamental Jewish topics through the lens of modern culture with Rabbi Yaakov Nagel and Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe from TORCH, in Houston, Texas Please send your questions or comments to [email protected]. For other podcasts available from...
01.06.2021
Ep. 2 - Wait, Don't Judge Me!
Unboxing Judaism is a podcast with Rabbi Yaakov Nagel and Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe from TORCH, where they discuss fundamental Jewish topics through the lens of modern culture. Please send your questions or comments to [email protected]. For other podcasts available from TORCH...
01.05.2021
Ep. 1 - Fiddler's "Tradition"
Unboxing Judaism is a podcast with Rabbi Yaakov Nagel and Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe from TORCH, where they discuss fundamental Jewish topics through the lens of modern culture. Please send your questions or comments to [email protected]. For other podcasts available from TORCH...

What's Unboxing Judaism · Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe about?

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Unboxing Judaism · Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe episodes:

Ep. 21 - Balancing Justice and Mercy: A Jewish View on Rejoicing Over the Fall of Adversaries

Ep. 20 - Death, Mourning and Afterlife

Ep. 12 - Celebrating X-mas with a Chanukah Bush?

Ep. 19 - Why Don't the Religious Serve in the IDF?!

Ep. 18 - Wigs & Shaitels: The Elegant Enigma - Delving into the Dynamics of Modesty and Jewish Tradition

Ep. 17 - Arranged Marriages

Shavuos Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)

Ep. 16 - Yom Ha'atzmaut

Pesach Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)

Ep. 15 - Technology & Children

The SHORTEST, but most IMPORTANT Podcast

Ep. 14 - Understanding Tragedies

Ep. 13 - Why Are So Many Jews Anti-Zionists?

Ep. 11 - Isn't It Enough To Just Be Good?!

Chanukah Roundtable with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters

Ep. 10 - Antisemitism - Why the Jews?!

Ep. 9 - Is it OK to Disagree with God?

Ep. 8 - Kosher: Blessed by a Rabbi

Ep. 7 - Do The Jews Have it Right?

Sukkah Roundtable with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters

Ep. 6 - Why Study Torah?

Ep. 5 - Assimilation and Tattoos

Ep. 4 - Creating Barriers

Ep. 3 - Don’t be Stingy with your Wisdom

Ep. 2 - Wait, Don't Judge Me!

Ep. 1 - Fiddler's "Tradition"

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