How can memory both guide and hinder us? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rachel Goldberg-Polin explore Parshat Bo through the lens of memory, mahloket (disagreement), and the importance of cons

This weeks podcast is sponsored in memory of Dr. Jack Jaffe, Yaakov Zev ben Elchanon. Doctor, community leader, and fervent Zionist. Sponsored by his children, Ari and Marlyn, Reva and Sheldon, Leah

In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Yiscah Smith explore Parshat Shemot, the beginning of the Book of Exodus, focusing on the spiritual and physical challenges of the Jewish people's exile in Egypt.

Are Jacobs final words blessings, prophecies, or something else entirely? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash delve into Parshat Vayechi, focusing on Jacob's final

How does Yosefs strategy with his brothers reveal his true intentions? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Daniel Reifman discuss Yosefs reunion with his brothers in Parshat Vayigash. T

How does Yosefs ability to interpret dreams reflect his growth as a leader? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy delve into Parshat Miketz, exploring Yosef's extraordi

Could the animosity between Yosef and his brothers have been avoided through different choices? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Ilana Gleicher-Bloom delve into the complex family dynamics of Ya

What can Yaakov's struggle teach us about the complexities of identity and faith? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Michael Hattin delve into Yaakovs dramatic encounter with the mysterious

How does the Torah guide us to create sacred spaces in moments of transition and uncertainty? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Rafael Polisuk explore Yaakovs profound journey in Parshat V

What do Yitzchaks blessings teach us about the balance of power between Yaakov and Esav? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Rabbi Dr. Elisha Ancselovits to unpack the intricate dynamics