Podcasts about Hillel

You have heard the name Lucifer your whole life. Doug Hamp says it was never there. The Hebrew University-trained scholar and author of the Corrupting the Image trilogy returns to the basement to show that the word behind Lucifer in Isaiah 14 is not Lucifer at all. It is Hillel, and it traces back through Akkadian to a Sumerian deity named Enlil. Nobody in the ancient world knew a Lucifer. But Enlil is everywhere. The god who splits heaven and earth, seizes the earth as his own, rules the far north, holds the Tablet of Destinies, and decrees the fates of men. Every fingerprint of the being we call Satan, hiding in plain sight for four thousand years.From there it only gets bigger. Doug walks through the great red dragon carved into the Ishtar Gate, the woman riding the beast pressed into a cylinder seal from 2200 BC, and the ancient images that show up in Revelation thousands of years before John writes a word. He connects the sealed scroll of Revelation 5 to the Tablet of Destinies and the title deed of planet Earth, the one Adam handed away in the garden. This is the second book of the trilogy, and it rewires how you read the strangest book in the Bible. The weird stuff was never weird. It was history. This Episode is Sponsored By: http://blurrygold.com/ - Get a FREE Gold & Silver Kit while supplies last! https://livemomentous.com - Get up to 35% OFF your first order with code BLURRY Taking care of your health just got easier - start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/BLURRY #sponsored Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026: interviews with Cirrus, Joby, the Seaplane Pilots Association, Skyfly, Factory Direct Models, SarahNautics, Samaritan Aviation, and Goodyear. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 Interviews Hillel and Brian attended AirVenture this year. It was Brian’s first time, while Hillel has returned many times. Both recorded the following interviews: Ivy McIver, Executive Director, SR Series Product on the Cirrus Aircraft TRAC10. Lydon Sleeper, Head of U.S. Strategic Policy, Joby Aviation,  Steve McCaughey, Executive Director, Seaplane Pilots Association. Michael Thompson, CEO, Skyfly. Mike Gibson, Managing Director, Factory Direct Models. Sarah Daniels, Commercial Pilot, Cirrus owner, creator, aviation storyteller. Mark Palm, founder, Samaritan Aviation. Capt Adam, Pilot, Goodyear Wingfoot 1. Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, Rob Mark, Hillel Glazer, and Brian Coleman.

Nancy and Sarah discuss the Hulu/FX series The Shards, the new Bret Easton Ellis and Ryan Murphy jam. The 1981 LA vibes are right in Sarah's sweet spot (Bonne Bell! Xanadu! The Go-Gos!). For Nancy, not so much, maybe because she lived it. They talk ennui and heroin overdoses and young people trying to prove nothing matters. Then it's onto the recent shocking Perez Hilton livestream. Celebrity is a mask that eats into the face, in this case (all cases?), tragically.Also discussed:* Nightie Day!* “My mom's poochie.”* Studio 54 days * Rich Angeleno kids = meh* Smoke ‘Em: Banned in Belarus!* Sarah doesn't read Nancy's existing books but asks her to write others* Wes Bentley's eyebrows * Rich kid names (Homer, Igby, Kaia)* “Touch it!”* Who IS Perez Hilton?* Attention monsters of the Internet* Women with long and thick silver hair, swoonPlus, This Week in Kyle Chandler, a dystopic LA short story from Nancy (NB: which was just too gd long to post; it's “X-Girl” in the collection), and much more!Attention please: Send us your letters! Subscribe to the YouTube. Buy Sarah's book! Sign up for Sarah's Substack LOVE ANYWAY. Do something.This one's a freebie - go ahead and subscribe!Nancy tells the story of a destroyed Jamie Slovak showing up in her yard at 6am on a June morning in 1988. His brother Hillel, guitarist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, had just overdosed, and Jamie, who spent a lot of time at Nancy's West Hollywood house those days, needed comfort. Nancy has not seen Jamie in decades and was glad to learn just now that he is involved in this doc, which came out earlier this year.Episode Notes: “‘The Shards' Soundtrack Is Incredible – Here's Every Song From The First Two Episodes” (Elle/Yahoo)“Ryan Murphy and Bret Easton Ellis Team Up for FX's Predictably Excess-Soaked Tale of Prep-School Sex, Drugs and Murder” (Hollywood Reporter)The Bad Mother: A Novel, by Nancy Rommelmann“Perez Hilton ‘Will Require Surgery' After Live Stream Incident, Family Demands Media ‘Cease Photographing Perez's Children'” (Variety)Official Family Statement on PerezHilton.comThis Week in Kyle Chandler: What's in your hot box?Nancy: Nike Training Club appSarah: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit smokeempodcast.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of the New Books Network, I speak with Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman about his book Who Are the Jews and Who Can We Become? (Jewish Publication Society, 2023), the 2023 National Jewish Book Award Finalist in Modern Jewish Thought and Experience. Hartman is president of the Shalom Hartman Institute and holds the Kaufman Family Chair in Jewish Philosophy. His work has consistently addressed what constitutes Jewish peoplehood across a landscape of internal difference. Hartman's central argument distinguishes between the Genesis covenant and the Exodus covenant. The Genesis covenant is a covenant of belonging: membership in the Jewish people that obtains by birth or by formal entry into the community, independent of belief or practice. The Exodus covenant, by contrast, is a covenant of aspiration, calling the people toward holiness, ethical development, and spiritual growth. Where the first establishes identity, the second establishes obligation. In our discussion, Hartman emphasized that the Genesis covenant requires each community, and each individual, to relinquish the presumption of controlling a singular, authoritative account of the Jewish story. Read together, the two covenants do not divide the Jewish people into separate camps so much as describe the full shape of Jewish belonging: one covenant that secures the people as a people, and a second that gives that peoplehood its ongoing direction and purpose. Jewishness, on this account, transcends denominational boundaries—Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, secular, and otherwise—even as each tradition supplies its own particular mode of enacting the Exodus covenant's demand for growth. Hartman situated this framework within a longer pattern in Jewish intellectual history: the recurring effort to locate an essential core beneath the full body of commandments, exemplified by Hillel's reduction of the Torah to a single ethical principle. This tendency toward distillation, he argued, helps explain how communities as historically and culturally distinct as Yemenite, Ashkenazi, Sephardic, and secular Israeli Jews continue to recognize one another as belonging to a single people, notwithstanding significant divergence in practice. Shared calendar and shared collective memory, in his formulation, do more to sustain peoplehood than uniformity of observance. The conversation turned to the relationship between Jewish identity and the State of Israel. Hartman located Zionism itself within the Genesis covenant: attachment to the Jewish people's return to and sovereignty in the land of Israel is, on his account, a constitutive part of Jewish family and belonging, not a separate or optional commitment layered on top of it. Hartman further addressed the changing status of intermarriage, noting a shift from its historical treatment as a violation of the Genesis covenant toward broader acceptance, particularly in Diaspora communities. He observed that a substantial proportion of Jewish spouses in intermarriages maintain Jewish identity, practice, and communal affiliation, complicating any straightforward inference from rising intermarriage rates to communal decline. Jewish continuity, on this account, is proving more resilient, and more complex, than earlier demographic anxieties assumed. The conversation closed on the question of how Exodus Judaism—a Judaism oriented toward aspiration, self-criticism, and moral striving—can be sustained in a period marked by contested facts and by the anti-Zionism as antisemitism seen around the world. Hartman offered no definitive resolution, but argued for the continued value of engaging the argument itself: treating the Genesis covenant as the foundation that preserves collective belonging, and the Exodus covenant as the ongoing rationale for what that belonging is for. As we continue the discussion to find common ground and appreciation of the greater Jewish story, follow Jewish Tapestry for engaging talks on Jewish heritage communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode of the New Books Network, I speak with Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman about his book Who Are the Jews and Who Can We Become? (Jewish Publication Society, 2023), the 2023 National Jewish Book Award Finalist in Modern Jewish Thought and Experience. Hartman is president of the Shalom Hartman Institute and holds the Kaufman Family Chair in Jewish Philosophy. His work has consistently addressed what constitutes Jewish peoplehood across a landscape of internal difference. Hartman's central argument distinguishes between the Genesis covenant and the Exodus covenant. The Genesis covenant is a covenant of belonging: membership in the Jewish people that obtains by birth or by formal entry into the community, independent of belief or practice. The Exodus covenant, by contrast, is a covenant of aspiration, calling the people toward holiness, ethical development, and spiritual growth. Where the first establishes identity, the second establishes obligation. In our discussion, Hartman emphasized that the Genesis covenant requires each community, and each individual, to relinquish the presumption of controlling a singular, authoritative account of the Jewish story. Read together, the two covenants do not divide the Jewish people into separate camps so much as describe the full shape of Jewish belonging: one covenant that secures the people as a people, and a second that gives that peoplehood its ongoing direction and purpose. Jewishness, on this account, transcends denominational boundaries—Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, secular, and otherwise—even as each tradition supplies its own particular mode of enacting the Exodus covenant's demand for growth. Hartman situated this framework within a longer pattern in Jewish intellectual history: the recurring effort to locate an essential core beneath the full body of commandments, exemplified by Hillel's reduction of the Torah to a single ethical principle. This tendency toward distillation, he argued, helps explain how communities as historically and culturally distinct as Yemenite, Ashkenazi, Sephardic, and secular Israeli Jews continue to recognize one another as belonging to a single people, notwithstanding significant divergence in practice. Shared calendar and shared collective memory, in his formulation, do more to sustain peoplehood than uniformity of observance. The conversation turned to the relationship between Jewish identity and the State of Israel. Hartman located Zionism itself within the Genesis covenant: attachment to the Jewish people's return to and sovereignty in the land of Israel is, on his account, a constitutive part of Jewish family and belonging, not a separate or optional commitment layered on top of it. Hartman further addressed the changing status of intermarriage, noting a shift from its historical treatment as a violation of the Genesis covenant toward broader acceptance, particularly in Diaspora communities. He observed that a substantial proportion of Jewish spouses in intermarriages maintain Jewish identity, practice, and communal affiliation, complicating any straightforward inference from rising intermarriage rates to communal decline. Jewish continuity, on this account, is proving more resilient, and more complex, than earlier demographic anxieties assumed. The conversation closed on the question of how Exodus Judaism—a Judaism oriented toward aspiration, self-criticism, and moral striving—can be sustained in a period marked by contested facts and by the anti-Zionism as antisemitism seen around the world. Hartman offered no definitive resolution, but argued for the continued value of engaging the argument itself: treating the Genesis covenant as the foundation that preserves collective belonging, and the Exodus covenant as the ongoing rationale for what that belonging is for. As we continue the discussion to find common ground and appreciation of the greater Jewish story, follow Jewish Tapestry for engaging talks on Jewish heritage communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

In this episode of the New Books Network, I speak with Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman about his book Who Are the Jews and Who Can We Become? (Jewish Publication Society, 2023), the 2023 National Jewish Book Award Finalist in Modern Jewish Thought and Experience. Hartman is president of the Shalom Hartman Institute and holds the Kaufman Family Chair in Jewish Philosophy. His work has consistently addressed what constitutes Jewish peoplehood across a landscape of internal difference. Hartman's central argument distinguishes between the Genesis covenant and the Exodus covenant. The Genesis covenant is a covenant of belonging: membership in the Jewish people that obtains by birth or by formal entry into the community, independent of belief or practice. The Exodus covenant, by contrast, is a covenant of aspiration, calling the people toward holiness, ethical development, and spiritual growth. Where the first establishes identity, the second establishes obligation. In our discussion, Hartman emphasized that the Genesis covenant requires each community, and each individual, to relinquish the presumption of controlling a singular, authoritative account of the Jewish story. Read together, the two covenants do not divide the Jewish people into separate camps so much as describe the full shape of Jewish belonging: one covenant that secures the people as a people, and a second that gives that peoplehood its ongoing direction and purpose. Jewishness, on this account, transcends denominational boundaries—Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, secular, and otherwise—even as each tradition supplies its own particular mode of enacting the Exodus covenant's demand for growth. Hartman situated this framework within a longer pattern in Jewish intellectual history: the recurring effort to locate an essential core beneath the full body of commandments, exemplified by Hillel's reduction of the Torah to a single ethical principle. This tendency toward distillation, he argued, helps explain how communities as historically and culturally distinct as Yemenite, Ashkenazi, Sephardic, and secular Israeli Jews continue to recognize one another as belonging to a single people, notwithstanding significant divergence in practice. Shared calendar and shared collective memory, in his formulation, do more to sustain peoplehood than uniformity of observance. The conversation turned to the relationship between Jewish identity and the State of Israel. Hartman located Zionism itself within the Genesis covenant: attachment to the Jewish people's return to and sovereignty in the land of Israel is, on his account, a constitutive part of Jewish family and belonging, not a separate or optional commitment layered on top of it. Hartman further addressed the changing status of intermarriage, noting a shift from its historical treatment as a violation of the Genesis covenant toward broader acceptance, particularly in Diaspora communities. He observed that a substantial proportion of Jewish spouses in intermarriages maintain Jewish identity, practice, and communal affiliation, complicating any straightforward inference from rising intermarriage rates to communal decline. Jewish continuity, on this account, is proving more resilient, and more complex, than earlier demographic anxieties assumed. The conversation closed on the question of how Exodus Judaism—a Judaism oriented toward aspiration, self-criticism, and moral striving—can be sustained in a period marked by contested facts and by the anti-Zionism as antisemitism seen around the world. Hartman offered no definitive resolution, but argued for the continued value of engaging the argument itself: treating the Genesis covenant as the foundation that preserves collective belonging, and the Exodus covenant as the ongoing rationale for what that belonging is for. As we continue the discussion to find common ground and appreciation of the greater Jewish story, follow Jewish Tapestry for engaging talks on Jewish heritage communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/israel-studies

In this lesson from the Gate of Torah (Shaar HaTorah), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches that true Torah study begins with mastering the fundamentals before chasing complexity. A student who rushes into intricate analyses without first understanding the simple flow of the Talmud misses the very foundation upon which Torah is built. Every word of the Talmud is rooted in the Mishnah, and every Mishnah is rooted in the Written Torah. The deeper insights become meaningful only after the basic structure is firmly established.Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that Torah is meant to be lived, not merely admired. Every learning session should conclude with the question: How does this change my life today? Quoting the Ramban's famous letter, he encourages listeners to transform every Torah lesson into practical action. Torah is not an academic discipline reserved for intellectual exercise—it is Hashem's guidebook for everyday living, shaping our choices, character, and relationship with the Creator.The lesson then contrasts Torah study with every other profession. In the business world, people are rewarded for results, but in Torah, Hashem rewards sincere effort. Even when understanding is incomplete, every moment spent striving to comprehend Hashem's wisdom carries eternal value. Rabbi Wolbe illustrates this with the analogy of a plumber who is paid only for a successful repair, while a Torah student is rewarded for every honest attempt to learn, regardless of the outcome.Finally, Rabbi Wolbe highlights one of the defining features of authentic Torah learning: respectful disagreement in pursuit of truth. The debates of Hillel and Shammai, the passionate discussions of the sages, and the give-and-take of every study partnership all teach that Torah grows through listening, questioning, and refining ideas—not through ego or victory. The goal is never to prove oneself right, but to discover the truth of Hashem's Torah. He concludes with a powerful reminder that Torah is not simply another subject to study—it is the very life force of the Jewish people, nourishing the soul just as food nourishes the body._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky BotvinRecorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on February 9, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 4, 2026_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.orgv_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #GateOfTorah, #TalmudTorah, #TorahStudy, #CrownOfTorah, #JewishLearning, #DailyTorah, #TorahLife, #EffortMatters, #NeverStopLearning, #LearningEveryDay, #ChooseTorah, #TorahFirst ★ Support this podcast ★

In this lesson from the Gate of Torah (Shaar HaTorah), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches that true Torah study begins with mastering the fundamentals before chasing complexity. A student who rushes into intricate analyses without first understanding the simple flow of the Talmud misses the very foundation upon which Torah is built. Every word of the Talmud is rooted in the Mishnah, and every Mishnah is rooted in the Written Torah. The deeper insights become meaningful only after the basic structure is firmly established.Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that Torah is meant to be lived, not merely admired. Every learning session should conclude with the question: How does this change my life today? Quoting the Ramban's famous letter, he encourages listeners to transform every Torah lesson into practical action. Torah is not an academic discipline reserved for intellectual exercise—it is Hashem's guidebook for everyday living, shaping our choices, character, and relationship with the Creator.The lesson then contrasts Torah study with every other profession. In the business world, people are rewarded for results, but in Torah, Hashem rewards sincere effort. Even when understanding is incomplete, every moment spent striving to comprehend Hashem's wisdom carries eternal value. Rabbi Wolbe illustrates this with the analogy of a plumber who is paid only for a successful repair, while a Torah student is rewarded for every honest attempt to learn, regardless of the outcome.Finally, Rabbi Wolbe highlights one of the defining features of authentic Torah learning: respectful disagreement in pursuit of truth. The debates of Hillel and Shammai, the passionate discussions of the sages, and the give-and-take of every study partnership all teach that Torah grows through listening, questioning, and refining ideas—not through ego or victory. The goal is never to prove oneself right, but to discover the truth of Hashem's Torah. He concludes with a powerful reminder that Torah is not simply another subject to study—it is the very life force of the Jewish people, nourishing the soul just as food nourishes the body._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky BotvinRecorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on February 9, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 4, 2026_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.orgv_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #GateOfTorah, #TalmudTorah, #TorahStudy, #CrownOfTorah, #JewishLearning, #DailyTorah, #TorahLife, #EffortMatters, #NeverStopLearning, #LearningEveryDay, #ChooseTorah, #TorahFirst ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Thinking Talmudist Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores a fascinating passage from Tractate Yoma, weaving together halachic discussion, ethical lessons, and profound insights into personal growth. Beginning with the special garments of the Kohen Gadol, the Gemara highlights the importance of modesty, holiness, and communal ownership in Temple service. Rabbi Wolbe expands this discussion by explaining why the Temple featured a ramp instead of stairs leading to the altar: Judaism rejects "one-size-fits-all" spiritual growth. Every individual ascends toward Hashem at their own pace, yet no one can afford to remain spiritually stagnant. Like a ball on a ramp, we are either moving upward or slowly rolling backward. The Gemara then presents three timeless role models who remove every excuse for neglecting Torah study. Hillel obligates the poor, demonstrating extraordinary dedication by climbing onto the roof of the study hall in freezing weather simply to hear Torah when he could not afford the entrance fee. Rabbi Elazar ben Charsom obligates the wealthy, inheriting unimaginable riches yet abandoning comfort and status to devote himself entirely to Torah. Finally, Yosef HaTzaddik obligates those struggling with temptation, resisting relentless attempts by Potiphar's wife to seduce him because his awareness of Hashem outweighed every earthly temptation. Together, these three giants teach that poverty, wealth, and temptation are never valid reasons to neglect spiritual growth. Rabbi Wolbe concludes by drawing practical lessons for contemporary life. True wealth is not measured by possessions but by bitachon—complete trust in Hashem, illustrated through the story of the Brisker Rav, who discovered that genuine riches come from reliance on God rather than ownership of property. Likewise, Yosef's greatness stemmed from living with constant awareness that Hashem was present everywhere, making temptation powerless. The message is clear: every Jew has challenges, but every Jew also has Torah. Whether rich or poor, successful or struggling, the Torah remains our greatest source of strength, purpose, and elevation.  ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Thinking Talmudist Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores a fascinating passage from Tractate Yoma, weaving together halachic discussion, ethical lessons, and profound insights into personal growth. Beginning with the special garments of the Kohen Gadol, the Gemara highlights the importance of modesty, holiness, and communal ownership in Temple service. Rabbi Wolbe expands this discussion by explaining why the Temple featured a ramp instead of stairs leading to the altar: Judaism rejects "one-size-fits-all" spiritual growth. Every individual ascends toward Hashem at their own pace, yet no one can afford to remain spiritually stagnant. Like a ball on a ramp, we are either moving upward or slowly rolling backward. The Gemara then presents three timeless role models who remove every excuse for neglecting Torah study. Hillel obligates the poor, demonstrating extraordinary dedication by climbing onto the roof of the study hall in freezing weather simply to hear Torah when he could not afford the entrance fee. Rabbi Elazar ben Charsom obligates the wealthy, inheriting unimaginable riches yet abandoning comfort and status to devote himself entirely to Torah. Finally, Yosef HaTzaddik obligates those struggling with temptation, resisting relentless attempts by Potiphar's wife to seduce him because his awareness of Hashem outweighed every earthly temptation. Together, these three giants teach that poverty, wealth, and temptation are never valid reasons to neglect spiritual growth. Rabbi Wolbe concludes by drawing practical lessons for contemporary life. True wealth is not measured by possessions but by bitachon—complete trust in Hashem, illustrated through the story of the Brisker Rav, who discovered that genuine riches come from reliance on God rather than ownership of property. Likewise, Yosef's greatness stemmed from living with constant awareness that Hashem was present everywhere, making temptation powerless. The message is clear: every Jew has challenges, but every Jew also has Torah. Whether rich or poor, successful or struggling, the Torah remains our greatest source of strength, purpose, and elevation.  ★ Support this podcast ★

In this message, Pastor Karl walks through Matthew 19, where the Pharisees approach Jesus with pointed questions about divorce — testing him against the competing rabbinic schools of Shammai and Hillel. Rather than settling the debate on their terms, Jesus redirects them to God's original design for marriage from Genesis, addressing not just the surface question but the deeper issue underneath it: a hardened heart that looks for loopholes instead of surrendering to God's standard.Pastor Karl unpacks what Scripture teaches about marriage, divorce, and remarriage with pastoral care and honesty about how difficult these teachings can be to live out. He also explores the chapter's turn toward children, and the story of the rich young ruler — a man who came asking about religious righteousness but was really wrestling with money and control.The big idea: Jesus confronts the hardness of our hearts because his kingdom calls for commitment and sacrifice, while our natural tendency is to search for loopholes and excuses. This message is an invitation to let Scripture rebuke, correct, and train us — and to rely on the power of God's Spirit rather than our own willpower to live faithfully.Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

There are over 100 million lawsuits filed every single year in the United States and you are seven times more likely to face a lawsuit than to get into a car accident. In this episode of The M.O.R.E. Show, Justin Colby sits down with Hillel Presser, asset protection attorney, six-time author, and advisor who has protected over $11 billion in assets for celebrities, athletes, and business owners across the country. Hillel breaks down the single most powerful wealth protection principle the ultra-wealthy use, own nothing and control everything and exactly how to set up LLCs, trusts, and protective entities so that one lawsuit never takes everything you have spent your life building. KEY TOPICS COVERED: Why you are seven times more likely to face a lawsuit than get in a car accident  and what to do about it Own nothing control everything the asset protection strategy the ultra-wealthy use. LLCs, limited partnerships, and trusts explained which one is right for your situation. How to title your assets into protective entities without losing access or control. What to do if you are starting a new business today to protect it from day one. Why your accountant and your tax strategist are not the same thing  and why that gap is costing you ️ Key Moments 00:00 — 100 million lawsuits a year, the stat that should scare every business owner 00:35 — Introduction: Hillel Presser and $11 billion in assets protected 01:17 — It's not what you make it's what you keep 02:00 — What the ultra wealthy do to become uncollectable and judgment proof 03:20 — Own nothing control everything explained 04:10 — LLCs, limited partnerships, and trusts — how protective entities work 10:00 — How to pull a HELOC when your home is inside a trust 15:00 — Offshore strategies and advanced asset protection 25:00 — Protecting assets from divorce — 50% chance you need this 35:00 — What happens when a lawsuit hits and you are not protected 40:00 — How celebrities and athletes set up from the beginning 45:00 — The one thing Hillel would tell young people starting out today 48:44 — Start early — why waiting costs you more than you think 50:17 — How to contact Hillel Presser and get complimentary books Connect with Hillel Presser: Website: assetprotectionattorneys.com (Mention The M.O.R.E. Show for complimentary copies of Hillel's latest books) About The M.O.R.E. Show: The M.O.R.E. Show is hosted by Justin Colby and is dedicated to helping real estate professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs maximize opportunity in any market. New episodes every week. Learn more: www.timeformore.com Invest with Elevest Capital: www.elevestcapital.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should you panic when your Search Console indexing report is showing pages that aren't indexed? Is a 404 error code always a sign of a broken website? In this episode of Search Off the Record, Martin Splitt and John Mueller from the Google Search Relations team dive deep into the Page Indexing report in Google Search Console. They unpack why treating this report as a static inventory checklist to "fix" things is the wrong response, how to spot massive SEO-ruining hosting or CDN traps, and why a healthy website doesn't actually need a 100% index rate. In this episode, you'll learn: The Indexing Report Shift: Insights from the Search Console team's Hillel on why you should look for trend lines and systemic patterns rather than treating the report as a giant list of errors. When 404s are Good: Why expected 404 errors are technically correct for deleted content, and how to survive the "boss panic" of numbers that won't go down. The Domain Property Advantage: How setting up a domain property handles canonical shifts, www vs. non-www tracking, and performance data much cleaner. The Site Query vs. Search Console: Why the site: query is an artificial tool that might show old domain moves or hreflang swaps for years, making Search Console your only true source of truth. Hosting & CDN Traps: How aggressive bot protections, hidden interstitials, and "Soft 200" error pages completely destroy your crawl data and lead to malicious canonicalization. Discovered vs. Crawled: What it actually means when pages sit in "Discovered/Crawled - currently not indexed," and how to recognize holistic site quality issues over technical bugs. Key Takeaways for SEOs & Developers: Patterns over Inventories: Use the report to verify that your intentional changes (like site migrations or page removals) are processing correctly over time. Forget the Ratio: There is no magic metric for indexed vs. non-indexed pages. Even Google's own developer documentation has a massive chunk of non-indexed content due to intentional choices. Watch Out for Soft Blocks: Ensure your security layers or CDNs aren't serving "Are you a bot?" challenge screens to Googlebot with a 200 success code. Computers Fail (And That's Fine): Minor server blips, failed DNS requests, or temporary 500 errors happen. Google's systems are resilient and will just try again later.   Chapters 0:00 - Introduction: The Search Central Live coverage report confusion. 1:45 - Shifting perspectives: Treating Search Console as a pattern tracker, not a checklist. 4:36 - Tracking site migrations and processing data delays. 6:25 - Why 404 errors can be a good thing  8:00 - Handling canonical shifts and the value of Domain Properties. 11:12 - Why the site: query isn't telling you what you think it does (Domain moves and hreflang bugs). 13:38 - CDN bot protection and the absolute nightmare of soft error pages. 17:49 - How to use "marked as fixed". 20:32 - Discovered vs. Crawled Not Indexed: Is it a technical or site quality issue? 25:31 - Debunking the indexed-to-non-indexed ratio myth. 27:48 - Final verdict: How to stop fearing your Indexing Report. Resources Mentioned: Google Search Central: https://developers.google.com/search Google Search Console: https://search.google.com/search-console Search Central Live Events: https://developers.google.com/search/events    Are you actively stressing over your non-indexed page counts, or are you tracking the big trend lines? Let us know in the comments! Episode transcript →  https://goo.gle/sotr112-transcript   Listen to more Search Off the Record → https://goo.gle/sotr-yt  Subscribe to Google Search Channel → https://goo.gle/SearchCentral   Search Off the Record is a podcast series that takes you behind the scenes of Google Search with the Search Relations team.  #SOTRpodcast #SEO #GoogleSearch #SearchConsole Speakers: Martin Splitt, John Mueller

In dieser Folge nehmen wir Abschied von Rebecca. Nach fünf Jahren voller Herzblut, Lachen und tiefgründigen Gesprächen dreht sie ihre letzte Runde mit uns. Gemeinsam blicken wir zurück auf bewegende Momente, lustige Anekdoten und all die Themen, die uns als drei Frauen aus drei Religionen jedes Mal ein Stück näher zusammengebracht haben. Wir sprechen über die Herausforderungen, über Freundschaft und über das, was uns als Team stark gemacht hat. Rebecca, we love you!!! Schreibt uns doch bitte eure schönsten Momente mit Rebecca. Wir werden eure Mails oder Nachrichten auf Insta in den nächsten Sendungen vorlesen. Zum Glück ist Rebecca nicht aus der Welt. Ihr könnt ihr natürlich weiter auf Insta folgen: @rebecca_dora . Und sie wird auch immer mal wieder im House of One vorbeischauen. Rebeccas Abschied ist aber kein Ende. Natürlich geht es nach unserer Sommerpause wieder weiter. Mit uns, Kübra und Maike und... Ja, mit wem denn nun? Das verraten wir euch in dieser Sendung. Hört rein, schwelgt mit uns in Erinnerungen und erfahrt, warum dieser Podcast für uns – und wir hoffen auch für euch – ein Herzensprojekt ist. Termin-Tipp: Wir gehen wieder live – und zwar am 29. September um 18 Uhr im Centrum Judaicum in Berlin. Das wird noch einmal eine Aufnahme zusammen mit Rebecca sein. Der Abend ist in Kooperation mit der Muslimischen Kulturwoche, Hillel e.v. und dem Centrum Judaicum entstanden. Wir freuen euch, wenn ihr vorbeischaut. Bitte anmelden unter: 331podcast@house-of-one.org *** Wenn ihr mehr von uns und unserer Arbeit rund um den Podcast erfahren wollt, besucht uns gern auf unserem Insta-Profil: **@331_podcast ** ❤️ Schreibt uns, liked uns, empfehlt uns gerne weiter. ❤️ Fragen und Kommentare könnt ihr auch direkt an unsere Mail schicken

Please fill out this short survey. Go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠unpacked.bio/podsurvey⁠⁠⁠⁠. We want to hear from you! What does it mean to be at home in your own body? Rabbi Josh Feigelson draws on Hillel the Elder and the Baal Shem Tov to show why spiritual life starts with syncing our minds and bodies, and guides a body scan meditation you can return to anytime you feel disconnected. Here is a link to Kathleen Hooper Home In My Body: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14e6G8823rFWe5fh15JaRoj60dp1Omb5q/view?usp=sharing  Be in touch at josh@unpacked.media. This episode is sponsored by Jonathan and Kori Kalafer and the Somerset Patriots: The Bridgewater, NJ-based AA Affiliate of the New York Yankees. --------------- This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media Brand.For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stars of David with Elon Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews⁠⁠

Free consultation / website: www.assetprotectionattorneys.com — Hillel offers to send complimentary copies of his latest books to anyone who mentions The Entrepreneur DNA. In this episode, I sit down with Hillel Presser, a nationally recognized asset protection attorney who's helped protect over $11 billion in client assets and written six books on the subject. We get into why "it's not what you make, it's what you keep," and unpack the exact strategies the ultra-wealthy use to become "uncollectible" — from owning nothing and controlling everything through LLCs and limited partnerships, to the real difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts, to lesser-known free strategies like tenancy by the entirety and Florida's homestead exemption. Hillel also shares jaw-dropping stats (you're seven times more likely to be sued than to be in a car accident, and there are over 100 million lawsuits filed every year) along with real client stories, from a woman selling dolls at a flea market who got sued for millions, to the risks of golf carts, boats, and jet skis sitting unprotected in your name. Whether you're just starting your first business or you've already built serious wealth, this conversation is a masterclass in protecting what you've worked so hard to build. Topics Covered Why protecting what you build matters as much as building it "Own nothing, control everything" — the core principle for entrepreneurs LLCs, trusts, and holding companies explained simply Revocable vs. irrevocable trusts (and the mistake most people make) Why we live in such a litigious society — and the stats to prove it How to settle lawsuits for pennies on the dollar by being "uncollectible" Personal guarantees: why to avoid them, and what to do instead The 3-step framework to start protecting yourself today Structuring real estate, business income, cash, and crypto the right way Why selling a business is a bigger lawsuit risk than most expect Domestic vs. international protection — who actually needs each State-specific protections (Florida homestead, wage protection, and more) About Hillel Presser Hillel L. Presser, Esq., MBA is the Managing Partner and founder of The Presser Law Firm, P.A., a national and international asset protection law firm based in Boca Raton, Florida. Over more than two decades, Hillel has helped protect over $11 billion in client assets and has represented some of the country's most recognizable entrepreneurs, business owners, celebrities, and professional athletes. He is the author of several books on asset protection and financial self-defense, including Asset Protection Secrets and Financial Self-Defense, and has been featured in Forbes, Sports Illustrated, the Robb Report, and on FOX, BRAVO, NBC, ABC, and CBS. Hillel holds a law degree from Nova Southeastern University, an MBA in marketing from Lynn University, and studied entrepreneurship at Syracuse University. Connect with Hillel Presser: Website: www.assetprotectionattorneys.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hillelpresser Facebook: facebook.com/ThePresserLawFirm Instagram: instagram.com/assestprotectionattorneys X/Twitter: twitter.com/AssetAttorneys About Justin: Justin Colby is the host of The Entrepreneur DNA and The M.O.R.E Show podcasts and a best-selling author. He is a serial entrepreneur and a seasoned real estate investor with over 20 years of experience. Driven by a passion to help entrepreneurs thrive, Justin created the Entrepreneur DNA community to support business owners in building wealth, systems, and long-term freedom. Through his podcasts, books, education platforms, and hands-on mentorship, he continues to help entrepreneurs scale with clarity and confidence. Connect with Justin: Instagram: @thejustincolby YouTube: Justin Colby TikTok: @justincolbytsof LinkedIn: Justin Colby Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What to expect at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 and an interview with the Manager of Onsite Learning at the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum. Also, how L3Harris converted the Qatari-gifted 747 into Air Force One, the Cirrus TRAC10, window seat lawsuits, a rule change to allow supersonic flight over the United States, and an update on Boom Supersonic's strategy for its self-developed Symphony engine. Image by Linda and Lily. Guest Dick Knapinski is Director of Communications for the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). He has served in that capacity since 2010 and has been with the organization since 1992. Dick serves as the liaison between the media and EAA throughout the year, particularly during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the world’s largest fly-in convention. The event runs July 20-26, 2026. Dick Knapinski Boeing Plaza will be packed with aircraft to celebrate the aviation technology theme. Currently planned innovation displays for July 21 include BETA Technologies, Bye Aerospace, Jetson, American Drone, MagniX, Zipline, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Airhart Aeronautics, Merlin Labs, Amazon Delivery, and Starlight Productions. In addition to the displays on Boeing Plaza, Bye Aerospace, Jetson, BETA Technologies, American Drone, and ScaleWings plan to fly during the afternoon air show. Drone delivery company Wing will display the latest developments in its operations at Twilight Flight Fest. Learn more about the AirVenture Airshows and performers, Aircraft Anniversaries & Gatherings, Authors Corner, AviationTech, KidVenture, and the Fly-In Theater. Rare warbird static/flying displays will include the B-29 “Doc,” as well as a rare Consolidated PB4Y and the CAF’s B-24 Liberator on static display at Boeing Plaza. Vicky Benzing will fly her P-51 “Plum Crazy,” and Bernie Vasquez will demo a Republic P-47 Thunderbolt in afternoon shows. The Aviation Gateway Park will spotlight helicopters, advanced vertical lift platforms, and eVTOL aircraft through static displays and interactive exhibits. Before joining EAA, Dick built a broadcasting career in Wisconsin, including stints as Program Director at WNBI Radio, News Director at WMGV Radio, and Station Manager at WLFM-FM/Wisconsin Public Radio. He also spent years as a sportswriter for the Appleton Post-Crescent. Dick holds a private pilot certificate and remains active as a writer and spokesperson for EAA. Aviation News How was the new Air Force One prepared for flight? The two permanent VC-25 replacements were selected in 2015, and the $3.9 billion fixed-price contract was signed in February 2018. Boeing began physical refurbishment work in February 2020 on two 747-8I airframes originally built for the bankrupt Russian carrier Transaero. Boeing has already reported $2.5 billion in losses on the program. The current delivery target for the first jet is between 2027 and 2028, with the second jet to follow later. The ex-Qatari 747-8 “bridge” aircraft was gifted to the U.S. Air Force in May 2025 and entered service on July 1, 2026. L3Harris did the conversion in about 10 months. The quick conversion was accomplished due to several factors: Pre-staged employees operated on a 24/7, three-shift structure. (Boeing has worked a normal single-shift industrial pace, with no incentive to surge, staff once costs started ballooning.) The bridge aircraft came with a luxury interior. (Boeing's jets had incomplete interiors – basically shells.) Missing VC-25 elements. Reports (unconfirmed by the government) include no evidence of defensive countermeasures and a lack of EMP hardening. L3Harris didn’t out-engineer Boeing. They ran a 24/7 surge crew on a plane that already had a finished VIP interior, targeted a much narrower requirement (“executive airlift” vs. full presidential command-post survivability), and the government has not been forthcoming about which hardened-aircraft features (EMP shielding, missile countermeasures, full secure comms suite) were omitted. See also: Trump wants the $400M Qatari-gifted new Air Force One to be the centerpiece of his presidential library. But there's a problem. Cirrus launches TRAC10, a new light aircraft for the flight training market Purpose-designed for flight schools and to be powered by a turbocharged Rotax 916 iSc FADEC engine, the plane has a three-seat interior, a Garmin flight deck, and the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System. Cirrus says they have 100 orders from 13 flight schools. United Airlines must face lawsuit over ‘window seats’ that lack windows Not every “window seat” has a window. Sometimes it has a wall. That's just the way it is. But last August, some passengers filed class actions ⁠against United Airlines and Delta Air Lines, claiming that the carriers failed to properly disclose the lack of a window during the booking process. United claimed that “window seat” described the seat’s location and did not contractually promise that the seat would, in fact, have a window. In San Francisco, U.S. District Judge James Donato rejected the airlines' request to dismiss the suit. New Rule Clears Way for Quiet Supersonic Flights By way of history: The FAA issued 14 CFR § 91.817 in April 1973, prohibiting civil aircraft from flying at speeds exceeding Mach 1 over land in the United States. The ban came as a result of early Air Force and NASA-controlled boom tests over cities, concerns over the Boeing 2707 SST program, and the impending arrival of the Concorde. NASA’s X-59 QueSST is flying specifically to gather community-response data on its “quiet boom” design.  In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Proposed rule: Enabling Supersonic Overland Flight), the FAA is looking to replace the blanket Mach-1 ban with a noise-based standard. Supersonic flight over land would be permitted if the boom signature falls under a certain loudness threshold. The NPRM states, “Manufacturers have demonstrated it is possible to fly supersonic aircraft without sonic booms reaching the surface by using sonic boom abatement techniques, making complete prohibition on civil supersonic flight outside of test areas no longer appropriate and an unnecessary restraint on the growth of the U.S. aviation sector.” The NPRM shifts the regulatory trigger from speed to noise. Right now, § 91.817 just bans anything faster than Mach 1 over land. The proposed rule keeps that structure but adds an exception: an operator may exceed Mach 1 if it can demonstrate that the sonic boom’s overpressure at the surface does not exceed 0.11 pounds per square foot (psf). This NPRM only covers en-route/overland boom noise. A separate rule on takeoff/landing noise is expected later this year, with both rules targeted for finalization by mid-2027. The comment period ends August 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT. Boom Supersonic Q2 2026 Update https://youtu.be/gtf0-bVSbeA?is=GmG8VhICNm4wg7tP The FAA proposal to change from speed regulation to noise regulation is something Boom Supersonic and others have been seeking. In the Boom Supersonic Q2 2026 Update video, Blake Scholl reveals Boom's strategy for the Symphony engine. The company intends to market a variant of the engine for behind-the-meter power generation that AI companies can utilize for power. In large part, the engine OEMs wouldn’t develop an engine for the Overture because the huge development cost couldn’t be covered by the expected engine volume. So when Boom announced it was developing its own engine, the business case was unclear. But by focusing on the ground power generation market, Boom can spread development costs over a greater number of engines. Also, that revenue stream would generate cash flow for the Overture program. National Air and Space Museum Celebrates 50 Years With Opening of Five New Galleries Hillel attended the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum media preview of the opening of the five galleries. Last episode, we listened to two recordings from that event. This week Hillel speaks with Mike Hulslander, the museum's Manager of Onsite Learning. Mike has worked in museums and zoos for more than 28 years and has researched, written, presented, and evaluated science programs for school groups, families, and the general public. At the Air and Space Museum, he is responsible for science-focused programs and exhibitions. Mike also manages the Museum's learning centers: How Things Fly and the Design Hangar. Mike is also an adjunct faculty member at the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education. He serves as a science educator on the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program national review panel for experiment selection and has participated in reviews for the past 11 missions aboard the Space Shuttle and the International Space Station. Supersonic demo Lift vs. Angle of Attack Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, Rob Mark, David Vanderhoof, Hillel Glazer, and Brian Coleman.

In this episode, Policy Fellow Yossi Hurst and UNWatch Executive Director Hillel Neuer discuss past and present institutional bias at the United Nations. Hillel discusses how the UN is often used by authoritarian regimes to bolster their legitimacy as well as the structural biases in how the UN engages with Israel. 

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An airport director discusses air service and passenger growth, airport expansion, ATC impacts, and the implementation of a new RNP approach. In the news: DCA changes may increase the likelihood of helicopter-on-helicopter collisions, Collaborative Combat Aircraft airframers are selected while mission autonomy software is decoupled, Canada and the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), harmonizing FAA and EASA certification rules, and another runway near-miss. Guest Paul Bradbury is the Airport Director at the Portland Jetport in Maine. We look at Air service and passenger statistics, and Paul announces the Jetport's first seasonal transcontinental service with United to San Francisco and Los Angeles. He explains the opportunities small hub airports can realize through continued upgauging of aircraft. Paul notes that passengers have been willing to pay higher fares due to increased fuel prices.    See: United Airlines Launches Nonstop Flights from SFO and LAX to Portland Maine. To address parking capacity issues, Paul is now wrapping up the design and permitting for the revised $8.6 million surface parking plan, which the Portland City Council approved in April. This has been a lengthy process, and opposition from some area residents had to be resolved. See: Portland approves $10 million Jetport parking expansion. Paul also tells us about the challenges of Air Traffic Control capacity issues and the FAA’s capping of flights. We also learn about how the Jetport worked with Flight Tech Engineering to implement a new RNP approach to PWM that keeps flights over water. This approach was published on April 16, 2026, but is just now available for assignment by PWM ATC. Aviation News Helicopter collision risk higher after D.C. airspace changes, Coast Guard leaders say Following the January 2025 midair collision, the FAA made changes to the congested airspace around Washington, D.C. But in a public Transportation Research Board (TRB) meeting, U.S. Coast Guard representatives criticized the FAA, saying the revisions may increase the risk of a serious accident between helicopters. The Air Current reports that USCG pilots suggested that “the FAA did not adequately weigh the risks of a helicopter-on-helicopter collision when moving to eliminate helicopter routes and change airspace procedures to protect against close calls between rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft.”  The changes put helicopters closer together and made it harder for crews to train for proficiency. The pilots said there was an increased risk of helicopter controlled flight into terrain. In a written statement, FAA assistant administrator for communications Hannah Walden said, “Claims that these changes increased the risk of helicopter-to-helicopter collisions are not supported by the data.” She added that the FAA’s actions were guided by the National Transportation Safety Board’s emergency recommendations following the 2025 crash. The Transportation Research Board is part of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. The Board seeks “to anticipate and solve complex transportation-related challenges.” This is accomplished through more than 5,500 engineers, scientists, and other transportation researchers and practitioners from the public and private sectors and academia. The program is supported by state departments of transportation, federal agencies, and other organizations and individuals. Air Force picks General Atomics, Anduril to build first CCA drone wingmen The Air Force selected General Atomics and Anduril to build the U.S. military’s first Collaborative Combat Aircraft, beating out Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman in a re-solicited competition. The Anduril FQ-44A Furry and the General Atomics FQ-42A Dark Merlin will be fielded as production aircraft. The acquisition strategy is unique in that the Air Force is pursuing a “software sold separately” approach, in which the purchase of the airframe and the CCA’s mission autonomy software are decoupled. Anduril, RTX Collins Aerospace, and Shield AI were awarded production options for the autonomy software and will compete in a six-month head-to-head round. A primary autonomy provider is expected to be named by summer 2027. Canada Throws A Curveball As It Signals Interest In Joining GCAP Sixth-Gen Fighter Program In a Tokyo meeting, David McGuinty, the Minister of National Defense of Canada, said he is “interested in learning more about” the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). That next-generation fighter program is a joint venture with BAE Systems (UK), Leonardo (Italy), and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co Ltd (JAIEC). Each holds a one-third share in Edgewing. The Tempest is a crewed fighter with a targeted service date of 2035. A demonstrator is currently underway with BAE Systems in the UK. McGuinty said, “I'll take it back to my team and see what it looks ‌like.” The speculation is that Canada could join the GCAP program with “observer status.” FAA Proposes to Speed New Commercial Aircraft Certifications The FAA recently proposed changes to modernize and harmonize commercial aircraft certification rules with EASA. The proposal would provide consistent requirements and reduce the cost, time, and complexity of certifications. This would streamline certification and benefit manufacturers. Aircraft Certification: Comparison of U.S. and European Processes for Approving New Designs of Commercial Transport Airplanes The U.S. Government Accountability Office issued GAO-22-104480 on June 30, 2022. The study directly compared FAA and EASA certification processes and found a significant asymmetry that harmonization could eliminate in the wrong direction. EASA uses a risk-based approach to evaluate compliance findings and reviews the technical basis for compliance determinations, including oversight of all aspects of the airplane’s design. The FAA, by contrast, reviews the completeness of certification packages and compliance determinations in high-risk areas, but this review does not customarily include an independent review of the technical basis for compliance determinations. American Airlines flight aborts takeoff in Miami after business jet enters the same runway After American Airlines Flight 308 bound for Bermuda received takeoff clearance at Miami, the flight crew observed NetJets Flight EJA434 entering the same runway and aborted their takeoff. Addressing the NetJets plane, the controller said, “You just crossed an active runway.” The pilot responded, “You just told me to cross the runway, sir.” The controller said, “No, we said Amerijet 461.” National Air and Space Museum Celebrates 50 Years With Opening of Five New Galleries Hillel attended the National Air & Space Museum media preview for the opening of the five new galleries. He recorded the opening remarks by Christopher Browne, the John and Adrienne Mars Director of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum. Chris joined the museum as deputy director in 2017 and served as acting director from 2021 to 2022, when he was named director. Hillel also interviewed Carolyn Russo, the curator of the art and trophy collections and the temporary curator of the poster collection. She has over 30 years of experience at the Museum, and is the author of four books: Art of the Airport Tower (Washington, DC: Smithsonian Books, 2015), In Plane View: Abstractions of Flight (New York: powerHouse Books, 2007), Artifacts of Flight (New York: Harry N. Abrams, 2003), and Women and Flight: Portraits of Contemporary Women Pilots (Boston, New York, London: Bulfinch Press, 1997). Mentioned Cirrus announced the opening of its Duluth Talent Center, a multi-million-dollar investment that serves as a hub for community engagement, recruiting, and workforce development. Designed to connect individuals with careers in aerospace, the Talent Center provides direct access to recruiting, technical training, and career development resources in one centralized location. Plane Spotting C-130 Hercules spotted by Micah. Upcomming Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, Rob Mark, and David Vanderhoof.

In this episode, Dr. Baron sits down with Rabbi Daniel Fellman, Senior Rabbi of Temple Sinai in Pittsburgh, to discuss his deeply personal experience with loss and fertility challenges. Recorded live in Pittsburgh, this raw and honest conversation explores the unique intersection of communal religious leadership and private grief. Rabbi Fellman shares the story of his and his wife Melissa's fertility journey, navigating a polycystic ovarian syndrome diagnosis, and the heartbreaking loss of one of their fraternal twins at 22 weeks. He describes the painful medical and halakhic choices they faced, the profound "black hole" in Jewish law regarding early infant loss, and how they ultimately managed to save their surviving son, Zach, through an emergency cervical cerclage. The conversation explores the heavy burden of compartmentalizing personal trauma while serving a congregation through their own seasons of grief and joy. Rabbi Fellman opens up about his private moments of wrestling and "rebelling" against God, his family's subsequent experiences with a second trimester miscarriage and raising a child with special needs, and how these collective scars have shaped his life. If you are trying to understand how to hold faith alongside profound loss, or navigating the complicated emotions of pregnancy after loss, this episode is for you.   About Rabbi Fellman: Rabbi Daniel J. Fellman, a native of Omaha, Nebraska, serves as the Senior Rabbi of Temple Sinai. Before joining Temple Sinai in 2021, Rabbi Fellman served as Rabbi at Temple Concord in Syracuse, New York, for 12 years and as Assistant and Associate Rabbi at Ashe Emeth Memorial Temple in New Brunswick, New Jersey, for four years. Rabbi Fellman earned his Master's Degree in Hebrew Letters in 2004 and was ordained by the Hebrew Union College—Jewish Institute of Religion in 2005. His thesis, "An American Friendship: Harry Truman, Eddie Jacobson and the Establishment of the State of Israel," explored the extraordinary friendship of two Americans and the role that relationship played in America's early support for Israel. Rabbi Fellman is a 1996 graduate of Colorado College, where he earned his BA in Political Science and earned the Abel Greg and Lucy Finney Award for religious leadership on campus. In addition to his congregational duties, Rabbi Fellman was named one of the "40 under 40" in Syracuse, served as the chair of the Roundtable of Faith Leaders, and received the Interfaith Leadership Award for his work building civil society. Rabbi Fellman was a Clal Rabbis Without Borders Fellow and is currently a fellow with the Institute for Jewish Spirituality. Rabbi Fellman served as the Jewish Chaplain at Syracuse University for two years, and spent three years as an adjunct instructor at the State University of New York at Cortland where he taught Jewish studies. He resuscitated the Syracuse Board of Rabbis and was an active presence in Jewish community building. He is an Eagle Scout, and was a founder of the Hillel at Colorado College. Rabbi Fellman and his wife Melissa are the parents of three children—Zachary, Jacob, and Elizabeth Connect with Rabbi Daniel Fellman : Email  ‍ Website  Instagram Connect with us: Website‍  ‍ Instagram - send us a message YouTube‍ ‍ Facebook‍ ‍  TikTok‍   ‍LinkedIn‍ ‍

In this Parsha Review Podcast Episode of Parshas Korach, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the timeless difference between a disagreement for the sake of Heaven and a conflict driven by ego, jealousy, and personal ambition. Korach's rebellion against Moshe and Aaron was not merely a disagreement about leadership—it was a challenge to the very foundation of Divine authority. While Korach claimed that "the entire congregation is holy," his true motivation was personal power. Rabbi Wolbe explains that unlike the debates of Hillel and Shammai, which sought truth, Korach's dispute was rooted in self-interest. The clearest proof is that Moshe was not fighting for himself at all; he was willing to step aside if Hashem chose otherwise. A central theme of the episode is that not every argument is a fight. The Talmud is filled with disagreements, yet those debates were conducted with mutual respect and a shared pursuit of truth. Moshe demonstrates extraordinary humility by refusing to make the conflict personal. Rather than defending his honor, he places the matter entirely in Hashem's hands and even delays judgment in the hope that Korach and his followers might reconsider overnight. Rabbi Wolbe teaches that true leadership is not about protecting one's position, but about faithfully serving the mission Hashem assigns. The episode then broadens into a powerful lesson about strife in everyday life. Drawing from Pirkei Avos and the Pele Yoetz, Rabbi Wolbe explains that arguments, grudges, and personal battles often stem from an inflated sense of ownership and entitlement. When a person realizes that everything belongs to Hashem and that they are merely His servant, many conflicts simply disappear. Whether in marriage, business, friendships, or communal life, peace comes when people seek truth rather than victory and purpose rather than personal glory. The enduring message of Korach is that humility unites while ego divides, and that lasting peace begins when we stop fighting for ourselves and start serving Hashem._____________This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on June 16, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 17, 2026_____________Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at awolbe@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Numbers, #Bamidbar,  #Shlach, #Spies, #Israel, #PositiveMindset, #Perspective, #ThinkPositive, #LeadershipLessons, #SeeTheGood ★ Support this podcast ★

In this Parsha Review Podcast Episode of Parshas Korach, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the timeless difference between a disagreement for the sake of Heaven and a conflict driven by ego, jealousy, and personal ambition. Korach's rebellion against Moshe and Aaron was not merely a disagreement about leadership—it was a challenge to the very foundation of Divine authority. While Korach claimed that "the entire congregation is holy," his true motivation was personal power. Rabbi Wolbe explains that unlike the debates of Hillel and Shammai, which sought truth, Korach's dispute was rooted in self-interest. The clearest proof is that Moshe was not fighting for himself at all; he was willing to step aside if Hashem chose otherwise. A central theme of the episode is that not every argument is a fight. The Talmud is filled with disagreements, yet those debates were conducted with mutual respect and a shared pursuit of truth. Moshe demonstrates extraordinary humility by refusing to make the conflict personal. Rather than defending his honor, he places the matter entirely in Hashem's hands and even delays judgment in the hope that Korach and his followers might reconsider overnight. Rabbi Wolbe teaches that true leadership is not about protecting one's position, but about faithfully serving the mission Hashem assigns. The episode then broadens into a powerful lesson about strife in everyday life. Drawing from Pirkei Avos and the Pele Yoetz, Rabbi Wolbe explains that arguments, grudges, and personal battles often stem from an inflated sense of ownership and entitlement. When a person realizes that everything belongs to Hashem and that they are merely His servant, many conflicts simply disappear. Whether in marriage, business, friendships, or communal life, peace comes when people seek truth rather than victory and purpose rather than personal glory. The enduring message of Korach is that humility unites while ego divides, and that lasting peace begins when we stop fighting for ourselves and start serving Hashem. _____________This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on June 16, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 17, 2026_____________Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at awolbe@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Numbers, #Bamidbar,  #Shlach, #Spies, #Israel, #PositiveMindset, #Perspective, #ThinkPositive, #LeadershipLessons, #SeeTheGood ★ Support this podcast ★

This week I talk to Dylan Singer, the new associate director of Minnesota Hillel. We talk about his path back to Hillel, his time in leadership as a student at the U, and helping set the next generation of student leaders up for success, on this week's Who The Folk?! Podcast.https://mnhillel.orgThe Who The Folk?! Podcast is part of the Jewfolk Podcast Network, a product of Jewfolk, Inc. Episodes are produced by Jewfolk editor-in-chief Lonny Goldsmith. If you have questions, comments, or a guest to nominate, send an e-mail to editor@jewfolk.com. For more information, go to TCJewfolk.com/podcast

Dans Pirké Avot, Hillel dit : "Si je ne suis pas pour moi, qui sera pour moi ?" Qu'est-ce que cela signifie ? Dans la vie, en quoi est-il si important de connaître nos forces et nos faiblesses ?

In this episode, Dr. Baron sits down with Rabbi Megan and Paige GoldMarche, a dedicated couple working within the Jewish communal space, to discuss the deeply personal and complex realities of their family-building journey. Together, they share the emotional, physical, and financial hurdles of facing infertility as a queer couple while holding a profound desire to build their future family. Megan and Paige reflect on the early days of their relationship, tracing the path from their initial meeting at a Shabbat dinner to a shared realization that they wanted to build a life together. Driven by a poignant sense of urgency tied to family health history and a deep desire for their future children to know their grandparents, they set out with a clear timeline. However, their plans were quickly challenged by the clinical realities of donor selection, expensive medical protocols, and the physical toll of consecutive unsuccessful intrauterine inseminations (IUIs). The conversation also explores the complex logistics unique to family building in LGBTQ+, including navigating insurance gaps, utilizing the open healthcare marketplace for secondary coverage, and shifting from local sperm banks to larger cryobanks in search of matching backgrounds. As the journey progressed from IUIs into the world of IVF, the physical and emotional burdens mounted for both partners. This episode captures the heart-wrenching moment of finally receiving a positive pregnancy test, only to immediately face the agonizing anxiety of non-doubling beta numbers and the impending grief of early loss. If you are navigating the heavy intersecting roads of LGBTQ+ family building, medical fertility treatments, or the quiet grief of early pregnancy loss, this episode is for you. About Rabbi Megan GoldMarche: Rabbi Megan grew up in the Chicago suburbs where she found her voice as a Jewish leader at her Conservative youth group and Reform summer camp. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006 with a B.A. in Psychology and Women's Studies. Megan then went to work for the Hillel at Yale University where she discovered her passion for working with young people, and realized that rather than pursuing a PhD in Clinical psychology she wanted to use the Jewish tradition as a source of meaning to empower young adults to create their own rich Jewish identities and communities. Megan was ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2014 and also received an MA in Jewish Gender and Women's Studies and a certificate in Pastoral Care and Counseling. Megan is an alumna of the Wexner graduate fellowship. Megan served as Senior Base Rabbi at Metro Chicago Hillel where she spent six years leading and building the thriving Base network for Jews in their 20s and 30s. She also has a passion for travel and outdoor adventure- which has currently led her to forty-eight of the fifty states in the US. Megan and her wife Paige, and their daughters Bri and Rori, live in Mt. Airy and loves hosting folks in their home for Shabbat and Holidays! Connect with Rabbi Megan GoldMarche: Instagram‍ About Paige GoldMarche: Paige (she/her) is the mom of two kiddos, a Jewish professional and a challah baker. She is the Director of the Meyer-Gottesman Kol Koleinu Teen Feminist Fellowship at Moving Traditions, working with teens all over the US to building feminist community and learn about activism through a Jewish and feminist lens. Paige is also the Mt Airy Challah Fairy, baking and selling challah for local Philly non-profits. She has a BA in International Development and Social Change from Clark University, an MA in Jewish Communal Service from Baltimore Hebrew Institute at Towson University, and a certificate in Non-Profit Studies from Johns Hopkins University. Paige is an active member of Germantown Jewish Center. Connect with Paige GoldMarche: Instagram‍ Connect with us: Website‍ ‍Instagram - send us a message YouTube‍ ‍Facebook‍ ‍TikTok‍ ‍LinkedIn‍ ‍

Time is moving too fast! What can we do about it? We take on the problem, and in the process answer Hillel's famous question "if not now, when?"

Love Your Fellow As Yourself- Rabbi Hillel and Rabbi Akiva

Pirkei Avot guides us to learn from our sages how to live in 2026.

April 24, 2026 - Equipped 2026 - Day 2 - 9:00 AM Session   Good morning, everyone. In this episode the Denny walks listeners through Matthew 19, using the first-century rabbinic debate (Hillel, Shammai, and Akabah) over Deuteronomy 24 as background to explain why the Pharisees' question about divorce was a trap. The talk highlights how cultural interpretations opened the door to easy divorce and remarriage in Jesus' day and draws parallels to similar challenges facing the modern church. The speaker outlines Jesus' three-part response: (1) God's original plan for marriage in the creation narrative (one man, one woman, for life), (2) the bond of becoming “one flesh,” which encompasses more than sexual union and implies an inseparable partnership, and (3) the declaration that what God has joined, no one should separate. The presentation emphasizes Jesus' authority in reframing the discussion and redirects attention from permissive rabbinic readings to Genesis 2:24. Key doctrinal points include the meaning and limits of Deuteronomy 24 (Moses permitted divorce because of hardness of heart), and Jesus' clear ruling in verse 9 that porneia (fornication/sexual unfaithfulness) is the sole biblically authorized ground for divorce and remarriage. The speaker also addresses the Apostle Paul's related language and common attempts to reinterpret or soften Jesus' words, clarifying that Jesus calls remarriage after unlawful divorce adultery. The episode closes with pastoral application: the need to prioritize repairing and protecting marriages rather than seeking easy exits, the continuing pastoral and cultural challenge of divorce and remarriage in the church, and the call to align practice with Scripture's original intent for marriage.   Duration 36:38

Torah Class - Ethics of Our Fathers 1: Humanity Before IdeologyThree sayings that reveal the secret of Hillel's enduring wisdom:an inclusive approach, self-awareness, and the understandingthat success is the greatest test of all.

John's assistant editor credits include: Bottle Back, Philly D.A., 32 Sounds, Bravo, Burkina!, and The Oldest Person in the World. John's feature documentary editing credits include Patrice: The Movie, directed by Ted Passon, and more recently the Netflix documentary, The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother Hillel. 

This episode originally aired on June 3, 2024 but is just as relevant today. Enjoy and wishing everyone a beautiful Shavuos! Today we have a really exciting episode to gear up for Shavuot with Esteemed Educator, Speaker and Kallah Teacher Nalini Ibragimov.If you know Nalini, you already know how special she is. I had the privilege of meeting her nearly 12 years ago now when she co-founded a group called Souled, which was a weekly class for young professional women who had been on Israel trips or other programs and wanted to continue their learning while working in New York City. She is a role model to maybe thousands of women at this point through her work on college campuses, as a kallah teacher, someone who prepares brides for their upcoming wedding, Souled and other Jewish organizations.Here's some more formal info for those who aren't familiar with Nailni and her work:Nalini Ibragimov attended Barnard College and Moreshet Institute and studied Jewish history in Touro's master's program. She lived in Israel for four years where she taught in various institutions. For the following five years, she and her husband worked at Brooklyn College for JLIC, a joint program of the OU and Hillel, where she taught and ran various programs for Jewish students on campus. Nalini taught in Ateres Naava seminary in Brooklyn for 15 years until moving to Long Island a few years ago. Additionally, Nalini has taught hundreds of kallot and is a speaker for My Gift of Mikvah. She is also part of the educational staff of Core. Today, Nalini is the director of the ⁠Olami Women's House⁠, which provides a living space for young professional women who seek to live in a nurturing, Torah immersive environment. If you want to apply to live there, click ⁠here⁠!If you're a young professional woman, you can also hear Nalini speak Wednesday nights at Safra Synagogue on the Upper East Side at 7:30 p.m.Nalini resides in Woodmere, New York with her husband and takes great pride in her six children and the families they are building.Now, let's talk about our episode. In our conversation we speak about:-Nalini's Jewish journey and how she got to where she is today-How she manages and balances all of the work she does with being a wife and a mother of six children-How she decides what professional responsibilities to take on-What Shavuot really means and the perspective we can have going into it-How we can manage the heaviness all around us right now and channel that pain we're still feeling into the holiday and use it to create even more connection with Hashem-What a miracle actually looks like and how we can see more of them in our daily lives, right now-How we can use the time we have left before Shavuot to prepare for the holiday — and why the process and the preparation are key-How to connect on Shavuot when you're home with little kids and not going to learn all night-How the holiday of Shavuot is like a wedding and a beautiful lesson that we can all infuse into our marriages and our relationship to all of klal Yisrael…and SO MUCH MOREIf you have any questions for Nalini, you can reach out to her at Nalini419@gmail.com.If there's someone you want to see on The Chai on Life Podcast or a topic you want featured, send me an email at alex@chaionlifemag.com or a DM on Instagram at ⁠@chaionlifemag⁠.Thanks so much, see you next week!

On this episode of Cool Schools with Mike McShane we talk with Rabbi Yossi Bessman, Director at Bader Hillel High School in Glendale, Wisconsin, about blending college prep with rigorous Judaic studies, how the school maintains its mission, navigates accreditation, and plans for future growth while fostering a strong community and educational excellence.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. US reporter Luke Tress joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. Following Thursday's demonstration at The New York Times building regarding the Nicholas Kristof column about alleged systematic sexual abuse of Palestinian inmates in Israel, Tress notes that protestors discussed concerns about slanted coverage that can instigate violence against Jews or Israel-related targets. As New York's New School student government tries to defund its local Hillel chapter, accusing it of violent international crimes following recent student trips to Israel, Tress discusses the dispute and the trend toward colleges attempting to exclude chapters of the international Jewish student organization. An anti-Israel protest held in Midwood, a predominantly Jewish neighborhood in Brooklyn, showed the ability to get more personal and ugly than those held at public spaces, reports Tress. The presence of swastika graffiti has become more prevalent around New York City, notes Tress, and comes from both the far left, who want to demonize Israel and from far-right pro-Nazi movements. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Jews protest at New York Times office against column alleging systematic sexual abuse of Palestinians Accused of ‘blood libel,’ NYT defends column alleging Israeli rape of Palestinian inmates Citing Israel’s ‘international crimes,’ NYC student government trying to defund Hillel Anti-Zionist protesters march through NYC Jewish neighborhood, chanting for intifada On synagogues, playgrounds: In NY, swastika graffiti is increasingly common and rarely prosecuted Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Ari Schlacht. IMAGE: Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's Daily Briefing. (ToI)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shye Klein was just weeks into his new life in Israel when he drove into the Nova festival at 2 a.m. on October 7th. Before noon, he was back in Tel Aviv — alive, with five friends and a roll of film of people he might never see again.A Canadian-Israeli photographer who'd never owned a Hillel sweatshirt or set foot on a Birthright trip, Shai walked out of that field and walked straight into 200 speaking engagements, years of therapy, and one of the most clear-eyed accounts of Nova & what resilience actually looks like. This conversation goes where most October 7th coverage won't: the bureaucratic nightmare of qualifying for Israeli government aid, the survivors who can't return to their old jobs, and the Band-Aid pizza parties masquerading as mental health support. Shai also names exactly where the diaspora should be sending money — and why.Follow Shye Klein on Instagram @ShyeKleinCheck out Shye's work www.shyeklein.com/october7storySupport our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss:00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda05:30 Making Aliyah three weeks before Nova09:45 Shye's account of Nova27:30 Finding the 54 people in Shye's photographs32:00 Speaking tour burnout and avoidance37:00 Why the aid system fails Nova survivors42:30 Where the diaspora should actually donate46:30 Beyond the Supernova photo project49:00 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination

Why Jewish Education Is Failing American Jews? | Masha Miralova on Zionism, Identity & Campus AntisemitismIn this powerful episode of The Fifth Question Podcast, Rabbi Daniel Levine sits down with Masha Miralova, head of Club Z, to debate one of the most urgent questions facing the Jewish world today:Has Jewish education actually failed American Jews?After October 7, rising antisemitism, anti-Zionism on campus, and growing Jewish confusion about identity, many are asking whether synagogues, Hebrew schools, Hillels, and Jewish institutions are preparing the next generation—or failing them.Masha argues that millions have been spent on Jewish education with poor results: students who know little Jewish history, weak Jewish identity, and no confidence defending themselves or Israel. Rabbi Levine pushes back, arguing that deep Jewish literacy, history, texts, and tradition remain the real solution.This is a passionate, honest, and high-level conversation on:Why some Jewish students become anti-ZionistIs Jewish education too focused on “social justice”?Why many Jews don't know their own historyHebrew school, day school, Hillel, Chabad, and campus lifeZionism as Jewish peoplehood and identityWhy students need confidence—not just talking pointsIsrael advocacy vs real Jewish educationOctober 7 and the crisis of American JewryOrthodox vs Reform vs secular Jewish identityWhy antisemitism keeps growing on college campusesThe future of Jewish continuity in AmericaWhether you care about Judaism, Israel, antisemitism, Jewish continuity, education, campus activism, or identity, this conversation is essential listening.

Saturday, 25 April 2026   They said to Him, “Why then did Moses command to give a certificate of divorce, and to put her away?” Matthew 19:7   “They say to Him, ‘Therefore, why he did enjoin, Moses, to give a divorce scroll to dismiss her?'” (CG)   In the previous verse, Jesus, having cited Scripture to justify His conclusion, said that what God has joined, man should not separate. With that stated, an obvious question arose. Matthew records, “They say to Him, ‘Therefore, why he did enjoin, Moses, to give a divorce scroll to dismiss her?'”   The reason this is obvious is that it is found in the Pentateuch or Torah, the same five books in which Genesis is recorded. There is nothing wrong with the question, and such confusion should be expected. If a truth is evidently being taught in one part of the Torah and elsewhere something seems contradictory to that, then how can those thoughts be reconciled?   Such confusion will often cause one to take the laxer stand in the debate unless there is a compelling reason why they shouldn't. In other words, “This appears to say something in Genesis, but it isn't explicit. Our teacher has noted that Deuteronomy says something different, which is stated explicitly. Therefore, we must go with Deuteronomy.”   That is why there were different schools of thought, such as Shammai and Hillel. One may have deduced that the precept implied in Genesis had limitations. The other held firmly to Deuteronomy due to its explicitly stated nature. As Moses didn't give any further qualifications, then the laxer approach must be acceptable.   However, there is one more consideration at this time in Israel's history. In Malachi 2:16, the prophet declared to the people –   “And this is the second thing you do: You cover the altar of the Lord with tears, With weeping and crying; So He does not regard the offering anymore, Nor receive it with goodwill from your hands. 14 Yet you say, ‘For what reason?' Because the Lord has been witness Between you and the wife of your youth, With whom you have dealt treacherously; Yet she is your companion And your wife by covenant. 15 But did He not make them one, Having a remnant of the Spirit? And why one? He seeks godly offspring. Therefore take heed to your spirit, And let none deal treacherously with the wife of his youth. 16 For the Lord God of Israel says That He hates divorce, For it covers one's garment with violence, Says the Lord of hosts. Therefore take heed to your spirit, That you do not deal treacherously.” Malachi 2:13-16   Because of this, Israel should have carefully considered the words of Moses and taken a second look at their actions and attitudes concerning divorce.   Life application: Theology is not always black and white and clearly set on the pages of Scripture. Many things have to be carefully considered from a much wider angle than a single precept on a page.   It is true that Moses gave an allowance for divorce. But what was the reason for it? Jesus will give a clear and exacting response to the question. When thought through, it should make sense to those who hear it. But Jesus' response will elicit more concerns in the minds of His disciples.   But this is how the Bible presents things. There are things to be inferred. Directives come along that may seem confusing. Other things are stated later that are hard to reconcile with what has already been said, etc.   Eventually, however, as the years pass, the greater plan of redemption becomes clearer and clearer. Little steps are taken to give lessons. From there, things will take their place. When that occurs, people may still not understand what is happening because they have failed to see the progression of what God is doing.   Those who continue to hold to the law are in such a category. They failed to see that the law was a steppingstone to lead Israel to Jesus. In failing to see that, they rejected the new direction. Along with their rejection, they teach others who were never under the law that they need to go back to the part of the plan where those teaching law observance still are.   All of this is because of a failure to see the greater picture of what God is doing.  That is why God has made the gospel so hugely simple. If people can't understand the basic gospel, and the world is full of people who don't, imagine if it were any more complicated!   God is looking to get people saved through Christ. Once that is done, it is important to grow in Christ, lest someone come along and pull you back into a part of what God has already set aside. Keep reading the Bible! Keep looking at what God has done from the bigger and more complete plan of redemption. This is how you will be firm and secure in what is a big and complicated book.   Glorious Lord God, thank You for the simple gospel. By it we are saved. Once that is out of the way, help us to continue to grow in our walk with You. May we be responsible stewards of the time You have given us. Help us in this, O God. Amen.

Jeff's documentary work includes the short film American Juggalo and the television series Heaven's Gate and Muscles and Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators, and the recent feature documentary, The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel. Jeff's fiction work includes the series NOS4A2: Ghost and the feature films, Reverse the Curse, Little Lorraine, and Sylvania.

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Tuesday, 21 April 2026   The Pharisees also came to Him, testing Him, and saying to Him, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for just any reason?” Matthew 19:3   “And they approached Him, Pharisees, testing Him, and saying to Him, ‘If it permits a man to dismiss his wife for every cause?'” (CG)   In the previous verse, Jesus was noted as having great multitudes follow Him, and He healed them in that area. Next, it says, “And they approached Him, Pharisees.”   Again, as has happened throughout His ministry, Jesus is accosted by members of the legalistic, self-righteous party of the Pharisees. As expected, they came “testing Him.”   A problem with their testing is that no matter what doctrine or evidence Jesus provided, they would not accept Him. This has already been proven true, and it will continue to be so. The prophets had spoken in the past concerning Israel's leadership, and they were too blind to see it. At this time, they were testing Him, “and saying to Him, ‘If it permits a man to dismiss his wife for every cause?'”   Here is a new word, aitia, a cause (as if asked for). It also reflects seeking a logical reason behind a motive or matter, such as a crime. Thus, it would include accusations. It is not stated why this was asked, but because they are “testing” Him, they may have heard directly or indirectly about one of His teachings concerning marriage. For example, in Matthew 5, Jesus said –   “And it was said that whoever, if he shall dismiss his wife, he gives to her a divorcement. 32And I, I say, to you that whoever if he shall dismiss his wife, except a word of harlotry, he makes her commit adultery. And whoever if ‘her having been dismissed' he shall marry, he commits adultery.” Matthew 5:31, 32   Having heard this, they may be trying to entrap Him by pitting Him against Moses. They may also be trying to trap Him between noted teachers of Israel who had commented on the matter. For example, the school of the teacher Shammai said that adultery was the only allowable reason for divorce. On the other hand, Hillel took Moses' words to mean any reason the husband deemed suitable when the wife had displeased him.   The allowance for divorce is found in Deuteronomy 24:1-4. Nothing is specifically stated concerning what offense rose to such a level. Moses says, “it happens that she finds no favor in his eyes because he has found some uncleanness in her.”   The statement is general enough to mean whatever the leaders at the time determined. Hence, the opinion of the rabbis would weigh heavily on the matter.   Life application: One can see the importance of finding the right instructor in religious matters by considering the different views these religious instructors held. Israel was God's chosen people to reveal Him and what He expected. But seeing the vast difference between the views of Shammai and Hillel tells us that either one view or the other might be right, or they may both be wrong, but they both could not be right.   As such, one or both were leading the people astray from what God expected. That may seem trivial two thousand years later when they are all dead and gone, and the law no longer has any bearing on those who have come to Christ. But Israel really was punished for turning from God's law. And Jesus strongly condemned those leaders who turned the people from properly observing it.   Do you suppose it is any different today? Did God stop caring about theology when Christ came out of the grave? Rather, theology is more important today than it ever was during biblical times.   We now must decide if Jesus was just a man who taught well or is He truly God incarnate. Some teachers say that we are obligated, in part or in whole, to observe the Law of Moses. Others teach that the law has been annulled in Christ for Jews and that it never (no, never ever!) applied to Gentiles.   The matter is so important that Paul calls down a curse upon those who wrongly teach this matter. Therefore, seeing that having the right instructor is important, the question that then must be asked is, “How do you know if he is a sound instructor?” There can be only one correct answer to that question: Does he adhere properly to what the Bible says?   And guess what? You cannot know if he does or doesn't unless... unless... unless you read and know the Bible. Otherwise, you are playing with fire, trusting someone because of his charm, oratory skills, confidence, or some other trait that has nothing to do with soundly adhering to God's word. Be sure to read and know your Bible –   “But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed.” Galatians 1:8, 9   Lord God, how thankful we are to have Your word and to be able to freely read and contemplate it. Without that available, we are left in a world full of falsity concerning You and what You expect of us. Thank You that we can know the truth when we enter Your wonderful word! Amen.  

In a world flooded with information, why does truth feel harder to find? Hillel Fuld shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to one of the most recognizable voices advocating for Israel in the digital space.  After October 7th, everything changed. What was once a growing business became a mission to bring clarity in the middle of confusion. This episode explores the deeper battle behind the headlines - the fight for narrative, the spread of misinformation, and the responsibility each of us carries in shaping what others believe. Key Takeaways Narrative often shapes perception more than facts alone Trust, once built, creates influence that can't be ignored Misinformation spreads faster when it's simple and emotional Israel's story is often distorted when removed from historical context Social media gives everyone a voice, whether they use it or not Truth requires intentional effort, not passive consumption Influence is not about size of audience, but clarity of message Chapter Markers  00:00 – Introduction and Hillel's background 02:00 – From tech to advocacy after October 7th 04:00 – The importance of narrative in modern conflict 06:00 – Misconceptions about Israel 08:00 – Influencers, media, and misinformation 11:00 – America's role and shifting perspectives 14:00 – Christian Zionism and shared values 16:00 – Why Israel matters historically and spiritually 18:00 – Aliyah and returning to Israel 21:00 – Resilience in the face of conflict 23:00 – Using your voice in today's world Visit thejewishroad.com for more conversations, resources, and biblical context around Israel and the Jewish people. To follow Hillel Fuld's work and stay up to date with his real-time insights and advocacy, connect with him across his platforms online. Listening and engaging are simple ways to stay informed and be part of the conversation.

DOPEYWOOD TIX(ALMOST SOLD OUT!) showclix.com/event/dopeywood-2026 Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Dave sits down with filmmaker Ben Feldman, director of The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother Hillel, for a deep, funny, and emotional conversation about music, addiction, and friendship. They get into the origins of the Chili Peppers, the insane creative scene in 80s LA, and the bond between Flea, Anthony, and Hillel Slovak. Ben talks about making the film, interviewing Flea and Anthony, and how losing his own best friend to addiction shaped the project. Dave connects it all to Dopey—losing Chris, losing Todd, and what it means to keep going after people die. There's talk about sobriety actually being kind of fun, the loneliness of addiction, and the weird magic of finding connection. Plus: listener emails about cocaine and the Chili Peppers, a wild Jamaica Queens dope bust story, Spotify comments, Ram Dass, running, and a banjo cover of “Good So Bad.” It's Dopey meets the Chili Peppers—with grief, laughter, and a lot of heart. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Hillel Presser, the attorney who's built a nationwide practice around one mission: making sure you can never lose what you've worked your whole life to build.   Hillel breaks down why 99% of people are walking around completely exposed, how something as simple as the way your car is titled could cost you everything, and the exact structure used by business owners, celebrities, and professional athletes to become judgment proof.   He also gets into business exits, why most companies never sell, and what you need to do right now — whether you're just starting out or sitting on a serious portfolio.   One lawsuit can wipe you out. This episode shows you exactly how to make sure it never does.  

Welcome to The Reel Schmooze with ToI film reviewer Jordan Hoffman and host Amanda Borschel-Dan, where we bring you all the entertainment news and film reviews a Jew can use. This week, the team takes our listeners -- and our boss -- up on their recommendations. After Borschel-Dan asked listeners for their favorite stand-up comedians, we received a deluge of responses. We decided to launch our stand-up tour with "Modi: Know Your Audience," which is available freely on YouTube. While both had heard of the very Jewish performer, this was their first-time watching a full-length show. Next, we discuss "The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel," which is now streaming on Netflix. The documentary sheds light on the origins of the still-hot band and focuses on its original guitarist Hillel Slovak. Born in Israel, gifted guitarist Slovak was the catalyst that brought both bassist Flea and lead singer Anthony Kiedis to the music world. For our duo of reviewers, it was a chance to revisit their high school soundtrack. Stick around to see who got the "oy," the "meh" and the "not bad" marks in this week's The Reel Schmooze. The Reel Schmooze is produced by Ari Schlacht and can be found wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vince Vaughn tells Theo Von about Late Night losing its way, Savannah Guthrie returns to Today, Delta punishes Congress, Meta loses in court, SI Swimsuit "models", a new bonerline, Maz tries to weasel tickets, and Jim's Picks: Worst Songs by the Best Bands. Check out the new Red Hot Chili Peppers documentary on Netflix, The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel. Savannah Guthrie (remember her?) was interviewed on The Today Show this morning. Carson Daly was especially affected by the interview while Hoda appeared emotionless. What was Howie Mandel doing with Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos? Fake! Can more companies follow Delta's lead to punish congress? A Chicago alderman puts her foot in her mouth over murder of Loyola student. What words make women squirt on the spot? Meta loses lawsuit. Some people are saying social media is being turned off tomorrow. It's crazy. Theo Von had Vince Vaughn on This Past Weekend Podcast. Vince is catching some heat from Hollywood for ripping on them and late night hosts not being funny anymore. Vince Vaughn allegedly doesn't care that anyone is pissed. Chappell Roan is hating on more fans. This time...She's pointing. A brand new Bonerline. Who is on the cover of The Swimsuit Edition? Nobody knows. And some people are saying some of the women should be in a one-piece. We call Tom Mazawey to get to the bottom of the Rick Monday bobblehead. Who's ready for Detroit Tigers Opening Day? March Madness predictions. Maz's girls are bummed about The Bachelorette. Detroit Tigers hot takes. See ya, Tom! Brooklyn Beckham wrote a stupid note to Nicola Peltz. And they're following in Meghan Markle's footsteps trying to make television for Hulu. Cruz Beckham sang a song with tears in his eyes about Brooklyn Beckham. Kelly Osbourne has a new hot "partner." She's obviously got her s*** together. Jim's Picks: Top 10 Worst Songs By The Best Bands. Merch remains available. Buy it before it's gone or miss out. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon)

A deeply personal and Torah-rich conversation on facing darkness from within. Kiki opens up about her own journey with anxiety and depression, sharing how she moved from resenting the darkness she experienced to believing in its inherent blessing. Drawing on biblical stories, Kiki weaves profound insight with raw personal honesty. She explores what it practically means to face darkness, professional help as a prerequisite to faith-based tools and the belief that our inner light is inextinguishable, no matter what darkness we are facing.Kiki is a Chabad Shlucha for a community in Israel, teaches weekly Chassidus and Kabbalah classes in person and online. She is a bridal educator and mikvah attendant, and is passionate about learning and teaching chassidus. Find her classes on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@kabbalahwithkikiFind her classes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6uscGnRqwgd2j8qwkk542M?si=FIxIy73QQNWw7qVSbDYRUgEmail her at chabadofefrat@gmail.com and find her on instagram at @kabbalahwithkiki. * * * * * * *Join our new virtual Tanya class! We will be hosting a live, three part series on the divine soul, through Chapter 2 of the Tanya, a space to explore the text through shared study, poetry, curated illustrations, songs, and guided reflection. Link to join us here: https://humanandholy.mykajabi.com/tanyaclass* * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.* * * * * * *Timestamps:00:00 — Introduction01:43 — Today's topic: Torah wisdom on facing inner and outer darkness02:14 — Why this is personal: Kiki's journey with anxiety and depression03:30 — Showing up to teach even on the hardest days05:14 — Biblical context: Abraham, Yaakov, and descending into Egypt06:00 — The Kabbalistic purpose of exile:07:38 — Descent before ascent08:20 — Yaakov wrestling with the angel10:00 — What blessing is this bringing me?11:15 — The blessing is not external 13:13 — Practically speaking: what does facing darkness actually look like?15:00 — The Hillel model: lighting one candle when the darkness feels overwhelming16:50 — Going outward as a tool: moving out of yourself to find light18:35 — The fear of being swallowed by darkness20:30 — Balancing inward processing and outward giving23:10 — Designating time for pain25:00 — When mental health requires medical treatment first26:24 — Yosef vs. his brothers: two worldviews on how to live in a dark world28:30 — The brothers' approach: protect holiness by withdrawing from the world29:30 — Yosef's approach: engage with darkness and elevate it30:45 — Galus as a dream: the power of opposites coexisting35:00 — Two kinds of dreams: exile's confusion vs. Yosef's redemptive vision40:50 — What happened to our dreams? 43:00 — Changing "if only" to "only because"46:00 — Two approaches to supporting people in their darkness48:00 — Yaakov's model: sometimes when you're in the pit can't climb out alone50:00 — Yosef's model: the power of presence52:30 — Just sitting with someone is enough54:30 — Kiki's personal postpartum depression56:30 — The inextinguishable light58:30 — How to support someone in darkness59:26 — Soul-to-soul closing message