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In this episode, Rabbi Kook's statement about a potential relationship between Spinoza's pantheistic ideas and the teachings of the Besht is explored. The ep...

In this Halloween-themed episode of Unorthodox, Liel considers how Jews can engage with Halloween by analyzing horror films and their connections to Jewish v...

This episode delves into the relationship between National Identity and Religion, examining the classical understanding of this connection and its relevance ...

Dr. Mohamed El-Erian discusses the challenging economic landscape marked by high inflation, geopolitical tensions, and potential recession risks, analyzing t...

Exploring the roots of free market thought, the article delves into how early Christianity's emphasis on heavenly over earthly wealth laid foundations for ec...

This text discusses Spinoza's philosophy of determinism and its contrast with the Torah's view, emphasizing the importance of free will in areas such as mora...

Martin Rutte discusses his Project Heaven on Earth, which aims to apply the Jewish concept of tikkun olam beyond traditional religious settings, fostering gl...

In this episode, the discussion critiques Spinoza's philosophy of determinism, highlighting flaws in his ideas. The example of Divine Providence in The Battl...

This episode discusses the influence of national identity on assimilated Jews like Einstein, exploring how being Jewish impacted Einstein professionally and ...

The text discusses the concept of rationalism from a Torah perspective, focusing on figures like Spinoza and Einstein. It explores how Spinoza and modern phi...

This episode delves into Spinoza's questions about authorship in the Tanach and how they relate to Jewish history, highlighting a fundamental flaw. It also e...

On this episode of The CJN Daily, Gary Averbach discusses his personal journey walking 1,000 kilometers across Canada to honor a promise to his late cousin a...

The episode discusses Spinoza's error in criticizing Tanach for not aligning with Euclidean style logic, asserting that most of Tanach and Chazal's interpret...

In this discussion, the focus is on Spinoza's Jewish identity and his denial of being Jewish. The episode explores Spinoza's reaction to the Shabtai Tzvi sto...

In this episode, Harley Finkelstein, president of Shopify, discusses his philanthropic efforts to reinvigorate Jewish life in downtown Ottawa by supporting t...

This episode discusses Spinoza's life in Rijnsburg and his move to Voorburg, highlighting his relationship with DeVries and his colleagues' reactions to his ...

Kylie Unnell's podcast miniseries, "49 Days to Stretch My Soul," culminates in a profound exploration of Malchut, or majesty, the final week of counting the ...

In this episode, Kylie Unell explores the sixth week of the Omer related to the attribute of Yesod, focusing on connection and bonding. Through conversations...

This episode explores the challenge of focus in contemporary society, noting the lack of discussion on ultimate human accomplishment. It delves into factors ...

This episode explores the attribute of Hod, or humility, in the context of counting the Omer, highlighting the tension between self-assertion and submission ...

This episode delves into the philosophical question of defining humanity and human accomplishment, exploring perspectives from classic philosophers to contem...

In this episode of "Unorthodox," Kylie Unell explores the concept of Netzach, the fourth week in the counting of the Omer, focusing on perseverance and endur...

This episode delves into the context of Cartesian Philosophy and why Enlightenment Philosophers struggled with understanding reality. It raises questions abo...

In this episode of "49 Days to Stretch My Soul," Kylie Unell explores the concepts of Tipheret, which encompasses balance and harmony in the Jewish tradition...

This episode discusses the influence of Rene Descartes on modern philosophy and how his ideas paved the way for epochal changes in thought. It elaborates on ...

The podcast discusses how some liberals and the left have been engaging in behavior they criticize conservatives for, justifying their actions as a response ...

Zachary Truboff reviews Yehudah Mirsky's book "Towards the Mystical Experience of Modernity: The Making of Rav Kook, 1865-1904," which delves into the life a...

In this episode, Kylie Unell explores the spiritual concept of chesed (loving-kindness) during the first week of counting the Omer. Through personal reflecti...

In this episode, Rabbi Avraham Plotkin discusses his book on bereavement and addressing death, "Seven Conversations with Jerry," which he wrote while process...

Kylie Unell introduces a new podcast, '49 Days to Stretch My Soul,' exploring spiritual growth during the Omer period between Passover and Shavuot through da...

In this interview, philosopher Martha C. Nussbaum discusses her perspectives on Reform Judaism, emphasizing its evolution towards inclusivity, particularly i...

This article in Sources magazine presents "Circles in the Trees," a series of paintings by artist Valabregue, who interprets the medieval visual tradition of...

The article discusses the adverse effects of the digital revolution on our intellectual, social, and emotional lives, proposing crucial shifts in thinking to...

Robert Zaretsky reflects on how Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's leadership during Russia's invasion of Ukraine is reminiscent of themes from Albert...

This episode discusses Spinoza's motivations for his major life decision, explores the historical understanding of the term philosophy compared to modern tim...

Using Rabbi Tarfon's wisdom from Pirkei Avot as a backdrop, the article explores the tension between personal effort and acceptance of limitations, particula...

Matthew Continetti discusses his column "Believe Them" on the podcast, along with topics such as Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation hearings and Eliot A. C...

This episode explores the enduring impact of Spinoza's philosophy on the Western world, highlighting the differences in how Judaism and Christianity approach...

Mara H. Benjamin explores the adaptability of biblical texts, particularly the Psalms, in the face of today's environmental crises, emphasizing how tradition...

This episode discusses the Jewish educational system in Amsterdam during Spinoza's time, highlighting a six-grade system for students aged seven to twenty-on...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Liz Lange shares stories of her family's rise and fall in "The Just Enough Family," shedding light on the complexities of weal...

In this episode, Mohamed El-Erian discusses the complex nature of inflation, how past and current governmental policies have exacerbated it, and its implicat...

The text discusses the shift in focus in the public health response to the Omicron variant of the pandemic, suggesting it is more about competing visions of ...

Julien Benda's "The Treason of the Intellectuals," published in 1927, remains a seminal work exploring the responsibility of intellectuals amidst political t...

In this bonus episode, acclaimed actor Stacy Keach discusses his upcoming Zoom theater production of the play "Vienna," which explores the complex relationsh...

Annette Poizner, a Social Worker, Therapist, Kabbalist, and Chinese medicine enthusiast, combines elements of pop culture icon Mary Tyler Moore, deep mystica...

The article explores the intellectual and personal dynamics between Gershom Scholem and Theodor Adorno, highlighting their correspondence as a site of philos...

The article explores how the memory of the Holocaust (Shoah) is shaped by cultural and religious narratives. It contrasts Jewish and Christian interpretation...

Susan Sontag, a prominent philosopher and cultural critic, pondered the complex relationship between reality and representation throughout her influential ca...

This podcast discusses various differences between Chassidus and Hisnagdus, such as their perspectives on Emuna, Bitachon, fulfillment of mitzvos, the role o...