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Sylvia and Simon Jacobson, from different generations, discuss Chabad's enduring legacy and approach to intergenerational continuity. They explore how concep...

Political scientist Eitan Hersh discusses strategies for fostering constructive dialogue among students with diverse political and religious perspectives, pa...

David Bashevkin reflects on the significance of comedy, particularly through Saturday Night Live's legacy, drawing lessons for Jewish life and community. Usi...

Rabbi Ken Brodkin led the transition of Congregation B’nai Israel in Manalapan, New Jersey, to full Orthodox affiliation while maintaining a welcoming enviro...

Lizzy Savetsky discusses her journey to becoming a prominent Jewish influencer, emphasizing her pivot from fashion to advocacy for Israel. Her story highligh...

Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm delves into the role Jewish texts have played and continue to play in shaping broader cultural narratives and civilizational structures, p...

Frieda Vizel, a former Satmar Hasid, serves as a cultural translator by conducting tours of Hasidic Williamsburg, bridging the gap between the secluded commu...

Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein discusses the challenges and opportunities in reaching beyond Jewish communities, focusing on bridging the American yeshiva world w...

Natan Sharansky, a former Soviet dissident and Israeli politician, discusses the intertwined challenges of antisemitism and assimilation facing the Jewish pe...

Haym Soloveitchik's landmark article 'Rupture and Reconstruction' analyzes the evolution of Jewish halacha from a community-based, mimetic tradition to a tex...

David Bashevkin explores listener feedback on the 18forty podcast, addressing concerns and thoughts about the evolution of the show and its thematic focuses....

Rabbi Dr. Haym Soloveitchik examines the transformation of halacha and its implications on our modern relationship with God, emphasizing a shift from mimetic...

Reuven and Shani Taragin discuss the distinct cultural and ideological identity of the Dati Leumi community, detailing its unique alignment with Religious Zi...

Einat Wilf, a former Knesset member, discusses the entrenched ideological conflict between Israel and Palestinianism, arguing that the right of return preven...

A panel of rabbis explores the "gap year" experience in Israel, considering its transformative impact on American Jewish youth and the challenges it presents...

Mickey and Ortal Flaumenhaft, Israeli natives living in Teaneck, discuss their personal experiences of cultural shifts and the unique challenges of maintaini...

Rabbi Yehuda and Dr. Ilana Turetsky share insights from their life in Israel, highlighting cultural and religious differences between Israeli and North Ameri...

Shayna Goldberg discusses the distinct aspects of Israel's Religious Zionist community, highlighting its cultural evolution and the differences compared to A...

Dr. Malka Simkovich explores the ancient Jewish experience of diaspora, starting from the Babylonian exile, and how it shaped Jewish identity through changin...

Rabbi Moshe Taragin discusses the evolving relationship between American and Israeli Jews, emphasizing a shared mission in the broader narrative of Jewish re...

Haviv Rettig Gur delves into the complexities of the Israel-Hamas conflict, highlighting the role of Hamas in Gaza's struggles and the missed opportunities f...

Matisyahu explores his public and personal journey through Jewish identity and spirituality, reflecting on his experiences in multiple cultural and religious...

Reflecting on the deeply impactful events of October 7, this episode explores how the memories and experiences of that date have reshaped Jewish identity, fa...

Emmi Polansky shares her journey of finding agency and resilience as a single mother after an unexpected divorce, emphasizing her personal growth through fit...

Emmi Polansky shares her intensely personal journey of finding agency and optimism as a young single mother after her marriage abruptly ended, illustrating a...

Tuvia Tenenbom, a formerly Haredi and now secular Jew, discusses his re-engagement with the Haredi community in Mea Shearim and reflects on their cultural ch...

Tuvia Tenenbom, once a Haredi Jew and now secular, shares his newfound appreciation for the Haredi community of Mea Shearim, emphasizing their interconnected...

Yussie Zakutinsky discusses the vision of a Judaism that transcends divisions and unites all Jews, exploring how to recognize the divinity in every member of...

Yussie Zakutinsky discusses the importance of embracing diverse Jewish identities as an expression of divinity and unity, especially in today's complex world...

Yussie Zakutinsky discusses the potential for unity and divinity within all Jews, regardless of religious practice or belief, particularly in light of the ch...

Joshua Leifer and Shaindy Ort discuss their journey from progressive activism to embracing traditional Jewish life and the challenges they faced reconciling ...

Joshua Leifer and Shaindy Ort discuss their journey of reconciling progressive activism with traditional Jewish life, exploring the cultural and ideological ...

In this episode, historian Pawel Maciejko discusses the lasting impact of Sabbateanism and its potential influence on modern secular Jewish identity. By exam...

The 18Forty Podcast episode featured the Perez family discussing the life and loss of their son Daniel, who was killed defending Israel and the Jewish people...

Rabbi Yehoshua Pfeffer, a prominent Haredi social thinker and activist, delves into various Israeli issues in an interview responding to 18 questions coverin...

Eli Rubin discusses the concept of the Rebbe as the Messiah in the context of Chabad Hasidism on the 18Forty Podcast. He delves into the essence of Hasidism,...

Yosef Bronstein explores the rich philosophical contributions of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, focusing on Chabad's approach to mysticism and its relevance to moder...

Chava Green explores the Lubavitcher Rebbe's unique vision of feminism through her dissertation on Chabad women, highlighting the influence of mystical teach...

Renowned Chabad speaker Rabbi YY Jacobson delves into the transformative impact of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, exploring the intersection of Chassidus and Kabbala...

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch discusses the challenges facing the Reform Movement, particularly the growing anti-Zionist sentiment among younger Jews. He emphasizes th...

Benny Morris, a renowned Israeli historian, shares his candid and thought-provoking perspectives on Israel's historical and political dynamics in a new 18 Qu...

Rabbi Adam J. Raskin and his Orthodox daughter, Mia, explore how a family navigates Jewish denominational differences. Through their stories, they discuss th...

Samuel G. Freedman discusses the dynamics of debate within the Jewish community, exploring whether such dissent can foster unity rather than division. Reflec...

Dr. Marc B. Shapiro explores the historical evolution and distinctions of various Jewish denominations, focusing on how moments in history have created secta...

Professor Jack Wertheimer joins the 18Forty Podcast to discuss the evolution of American Jewish practice over the last century, emphasizing the gap between i...

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch discusses the importance of Zionism and Jewish Peoplehood within Reform Judaism, emphasizing the need for unity among Jewish denomination...

Zev Eleff elucidates the historical roots and ideological developments of Jewish denominations in America, arguing that they should be understood as movement...

Rachel Goldberg-Polin, whose son Hersh was kidnapped by Hamas, discusses the emotional challenge of celebrating Passover while hoping for his release. She ex...

Rachel Goldberg-Polin discusses the painful reality of spending Passover with her son Hersh held hostage by Hamas, highlighting the challenges of maintaining...

A Haredi mother, Dina, shares her experiences raising two sons who serve in the IDF, against the backdrop of a community typically not engaged in military se...