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Vayera 5785: Justice and Mercy
Why might kindness be perceived as weakness, and what does Avrahams response teach us? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Leon Morris examine Avrahams moral decisions in Parshat Vayera, fo
Lech Lecha 5785: Light in the Darkness
What can Avrahams journey teach us about finding inner light when surrounded by uncertainty? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Nechama Goldman Barash to delve into Parshat Lech Lecha. T
Noach 5785: Navigating Stormy Waters
How can we remain hopeful amid lifes turbulent floodwaters? - In this weeks Parshat Noach episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Yiscah Smith to explore the relevance of Noahs story and how, even
Beresheit 5785: Beginnings and Fractures
This weeks podcast is sponsored by Simonne Abadee in celebration of the beginning of our creation, the new year, and a new reading of our Torah, offering the chance to engage anew in our learning. Te
Sukkot 5785: Vulnerability and Joy
How can embracing vulnerability lead to a deeper sense of joy during Sukkot? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy delve into the paradox of Sukkot, exploring how vulner
Yom Kippur 5785: Forgiveness and Growth
What role does vulnerability play in the Yom Kippur process of teshuvah? - In this Yom Kippur-focused episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Elisha Ancselovits explore how to approach this sacred day
Rosh Hashana 5785: Renewal in Challenging Times
This Rosh Hashana podcast is sponsored by Ricki and Dr. David I. Bernstein in memory of Rickis parents, Beatrice and Murray Kirschblat zl, survivors of Auschwitz and Buchenwald, respectively. Beatri
Nitzavim – Vayelich 5784: Empowering Leadership
How do words of encouragement shape Joshuas leadership and the future of the Jewish people? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Aviva Lauer explore Parshat Vayelech, focusing on the leadership tra
Ki Tavo 5784: Collective Responsibility
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Raphael Polisuk delve into the covenant ceremony at Har Grizim and Har Eval in Parshat Ki Tavo. They explore how this moment of blessings and curses establis
Ki Teitzei 5784: Compassion and Limits
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Michael Hattin explore the mitzvah of Shiluach HaKen (sending away the mother bird) in Parshat Ki Teitzei. They discuss how this seemingly small commandment