Ranked #1
Episode 11: Hashkiveinu and Finding Peaceful Rest at Night
Episode 11: Hashkiveinu and Finding Peaceful Rest at Night
In ancient times, the rabbis feared things that go bump in the night, and we are the recipients of their spiritual sooth... Read more
7 May 2021
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16mins
Ranked #2
Episode 10: Following the Breadcrumb Trail
Episode 10: Following the Breadcrumb Trail
How do we sustain our sense of connection, grounded-ness and gratitude throughout the day? One way is to use food blessi... Read more
20 Apr 2021
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14mins
Ranked #3
Episode 9: Ashrei and Singing All The Praises
Episode 9: Ashrei and Singing All The Praises
Why Ashrei almost stopped me from applying to rabbinical school, and why I believe its very first word says a lot about ... Read more
13 Apr 2021
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15mins
Ranked #4
Episode 8: Eilu Devarim and the Steps to Happiness
Episode 8: Eilu Devarim and the Steps to Happiness
What would you do if you knew the steps to a happy life? The Talmud contains such a list, and it has been included in th... Read more
6 Apr 2021
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16mins
Ranked #5
Episode 7: Nisim B'Chol Yom and Naming Daily Miracles
Episode 7: Nisim B'Chol Yom and Naming Daily Miracles
Part of the genius of Jewish blessings is the opportunity to see every single possible moment as a chance to find meanin... Read more
30 Mar 2021
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17mins
Ranked #6
Episode 6: Secrets of the Passover Seder
Episode 6: Secrets of the Passover Seder
Whether you're attending your first seder and not sure what to expect, or you want to add a new schmear of insight onto ... Read more
22 Mar 2021
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15mins
Ranked #7
Episode 5: Asher Yatzar and the Use of Our Body
Episode 5: Asher Yatzar and the Use of Our Body
In Judaism, we don't worship our bodies. But we do marvel at the ways in which they function, and each morning we take a... Read more
16 Mar 2021
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16mins
Ranked #8
Episode 4: Modeh Ani and a Soulful Start to the Day
Episode 4: Modeh Ani and a Soulful Start to the Day
How ought we start our day? The "Modeh Ani" ritual is jam-packed with imagery and symbolism that can instill a sense of ... Read more
7 Mar 2021
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14mins
Ranked #9
Episode 3: Kaddish and the Search for Comfort
Episode 3: Kaddish and the Search for Comfort
The Kaddish is an ancient Aramaic prayer originally said at the end of a study session. Is it really equipped to serve a... Read more
28 Feb 2021
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17mins
Ranked #10
Episode 2: Mishebeirach and the Power of Prayer
Episode 2: Mishebeirach and the Power of Prayer
Even for those who struggle with the idea of the Divine, praying for healing has become a stable of the Jewish prayer se... Read more
22 Feb 2021
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13mins