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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...

Yehudah Mirsky explores the work of Menachem Ha-Meiri, a 13th-century Provençal Talmudist, and his notable treatise, Hibur Ha-Teshuvah, which addresses repen...

Rabbi Alvin Kass, the NYPD's longest-serving and only Jewish chaplain, reflects on his experiences during and after the 9/11 attacks. Arriving at Ground Zero...

In this discussion, the focus is on understanding the Vilna Gaon's opposition to the Besht, particularly in relation to their approaches to Haalas Nitzotzim....

In episode 52, the discussion focuses on the Vilna Gaon's interpretation of Tzimtzum. The episode explores whether the Vilna Gaon disagreed with those who in...

In this episode of Unorthodox, guest host Kylie Unell joins Mark and Liel to delve into the current buzz around Jewish celebrities Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutc...

In this episode, the discussion centers around the concept of Haalas Nitzotzim, raising the sparks, a key issue that the Vilna Gaon debated with the Besht. T...

In this episode of "Not That Kind of Rabbi," Rev. Drew Jacques joins Ralph for a discussion on topics like the future of the Church, addressing past wrongs, ...

Matthew Continetti participated in a podcast discussing aliens, angels, demons, and political figures like Biden and DeSantis. The conversation delved deeply...

Lou Schizas, a capitalist figure, presents a perspective that life is a series of individual choices with little room for external influences. He emphasizes ...

The Jewish Museum's exhibit "Louise Bourgeois, Freud's Daughter" explores the enduring influence of Freudian psychoanalysis on renowned artist Louise Bourgeo...

In this text excerpt from the book "Time and Difference in Rabbinic Judaism," the author explores the concept of God's daily schedule post-creation according...

The podcast episode features Reverend Michael Coren discussing post-COVID scenarios, Israel and Palestine, and whether capitalism is a suitable framework for...

In assessing the dynamic relationship between religion and contemporary liberal societies, the article explores the notion of closed versus open religion. It...

In 1840, amid a theological dispute within Protestantism regarding the relationship between the Old and New Testaments and Judaism and Christianity, Chief Ra...

In this engaging interview, Michael Sandel discusses his approach to public philosophy and the ongoing tension within his work between notions of meritocracy...

Rabbi Dr. Tal Sessler, the next Dean of the Rabbinical School at the Academy of Jewish Religion in California, is set to release a book called "Leibowitz and...

Dr. Eran Halperin discusses the psychological and emotional barriers that prevent conflict resolution in regions like Israel and Palestine, emphasizing the r...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein discusses the Holy Letter and its role in sparking a controversy, delves into the soul's ascension and its relation to prophecy, and ...

This episode discusses the complexities of Israel's responsibility for vaccinating Palestinians in the context of COVID-19. The conversation focuses on legal...

Yakir Englander, a former ultra-orthodox individual, is working to connect his traditional upbringing with a more freeing and expansive vision of Judaism. Th...

In this episode, the hosts of Unorthodox discuss the legacy of Lord Rabbi Jonathan Sacks and interview celebrity chef Tom Colicchio about his connections to ...

In "Dostoevsky's Demonologies of Terror," the discussion delves into the themes of desire, rebellion, ideological purity, and evil in Dostoevsky's works, par...

The text discusses the polarized reactions to Donald J. Trump, highlighting a common but unconscious belief among liberals and Trump supporters that attribut...

This podcast episode delves into the theological ideas of the Baal Shem Tov (Besht), particularly focusing on Divine Providence (Hashgacha Pratit) and how it...

Rabbi Adin Even Israel-Steinsaltz, known for his monumental translation of the Babylonian Talmud, passed away, leaving a legacy that reshaped Talmudic schola...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant challenges to Jewish communal life, with a focus on financial support and organizational resilience. However, t...

In this piece, PJ Grisar explores the decision of the Ayn Rand Institute, known for its criticism of government intervention and entitlements, to accept betw...

Paul Mendes-Flohr's biography, "Martin Buber: A Life of Faith and Dissent," delves into the life of the Jewish philosopher Martin Buber, tracing his evolutio...

Yogi Shivendra Kumar leads a retreat in Goa aiming to explore the true essence of Yoga beyond physical postures, focusing on the Vedas, Ayurveda, and the sym...

The COMMENTARY podcast discusses the urgent need, as outlined in an editor's letter in the magazine, to halt the resurgence of a political and legal philosop...

Sarah Slean, a musician, poet, and artist known for her spiritual insight, discusses the concept of the Divine and utopian ideals in the context of building ...

Some proponents of a nationalist common good philosophy are questioning whether the current state of affairs, with economic activity slow and the government ...

Yuval Levin discusses the challenging decisions Americans face in the near future amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, debating between economic despair and potenti...

In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, Liel engages Rabbi Dr. Stu Halpern from Yeshiva University in an enlightening conversation about the overlooked presence...

"Points of Light" reflects on the challenging context of the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing parallels with historical pandemics to emphasize human humility. The ...

Dr. Yoav Di Capua, a history professor at the University of Texas at Austin, delves into Arab intellectual history in his new book "No Exit: Arab Existential...

Lou Schizas believes that life boils down to the choices we make, emphasizing personal responsibility and a capitalist outlook on facing life's challenges al...

Laurie Brown discusses the common phrase "I'm spiritual but not religious," questioning its meaning which often includes activities like taking walks and med...