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Jews have been using “midrash” as an interpretive tool for centuries. So, what is “midrash,” and how can we relate to it today?Join Rabbinic Intern Rebecca Thau for an exciting conversation with Rabbi Jill Hammer, PhD, where they will delve into these topics and beyond. Author, teacher, midrashist, mystic, poet, essayist, and priestess, Rabbi Hammer is committed to an earth-based and wildly mythic view of the world in which nature, ritual, and story connect us to the body of the cosmos and to ourselves. She is the co-founder of the Kohenet Institute and the Director of Spiritual Education at the Academy for Jewish Religion. Rabbi Hammer is the author of nine books and numerous articles, poems, and stories–including compilations of contemporary women's midrash.
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: November 30, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: November 23, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
IntroductionHaving previously discussed Talmudic Parables of Wine with Looks with Dr. Elana Stein Hain on episode 133 of The Jewish Drinking Show, there are certainly Talmudic parables involving wine. However, there are also Talmudic parables that use wine and drinking for sexual references, too! Joining the 185th episode of The Jewish Drinking Show to explore these parables is Rabbi Dr. Gail Labovitz.Biography of GuestRabbi Dr. Gail Labovitz is Professor of Rabbinic Literature and former Chair of the Department of Rabbinics for the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies. She is the author of two books of rabbinic scholarship and of numerous articles in the areas of rabbinic literature, Jewish law, and feminist studies, including "Is Rav's Wife 'a Dish'? Food and Eating Metaphors in Rabbinic Discourse of Sexuality and Gender Relations", which serves as the catalyst for this episode.Dr. Labovitz has also taught at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America (JTS) and the Academy for Jewish Religion in New York. Prior to joining the faculty at AJU, Dr. Labovitz worked as the Senior Research Analyst in Judaism for the Feminist Sexual Ethics Project at Brandeis University, and as the Coordinator for the Jewish Women's Research Group, a project of the Women's Studies Program at JTS. Rabbi Labovitz served for ten years on the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards of the Rabbinical Assembly, and authored two responsa, as well as participating in a number of other rabbinic and academic committees and activities. Most recently, she has become a member of the first cohort of the new Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program at the Jewish Theological Seminary.SourcesTextual sources for this episode are available here.Beer RecommendationFor the third episode, we welcome Noah Schmutter from New Jersey on for a beer recommendation, having previously appeared on episode 133 and episode 136. Support the showThank you for listening!If you have any questions, suggestions, or more, feel free to reach out at Drew@JewishDrinking.coml'chaim!
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: November 16, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: November 09, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: November 02, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: October 26, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: October 17, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: October 19, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: October 12, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: October 05, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: September 28, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: September 21, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: September 14, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: September 7, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: August 31, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: August 24, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: August 17, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: August 10, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: August 3, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: July 27, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: July 20, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: July 13, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: July 6, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: June 29, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: June 22, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: June 15, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: June 8, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: June 1, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: May 25th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: May 18th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
In this episode of the Z3 Podcast, artists Vanessa Hidary and Neshama Carlebach reflect on how their creative work and personal identities have been transformed in the wake of October 7. They share how their art has shifted toward activism, shaped by grief, urgency, and deep connection to their communities. The conversation explores the evolving role of Jewish artists, the contrasts between diaspora and Israeli experiences, and the ways art can offer healing in moments of rupture. Listen to these groundbreaking artists as they get deep and spiritual, making the case for art and activism as a genuine, necessary tool in building the world to come.Neshama Carlebach is an award-winning singer, songwriter and educator who has performed and taught in cities around the world. In the aftermath of the October 7th attacks, Neshama brought thousands of people together throughout the NY metro area for concerts that have raised over half a million dollars for Israel. Neshama is currently pursuing rabbinic ordination at The Academy for Jewish Religion.Vanessa Hidary is an international spoken word artist, educator, and advocate whose work has had a profound impact on both the Jewish community and beyond. She began performing her powerful poetry in New York City venues, becoming a pioneering voice for Jewish identity in the slam poetry scene. Inspired by her own Syrian-Jewish heritage, she founded the Kaleidoscope Project, a narrative-arts initiative that amplifies the stories of Jews of diverse backgrounds. In addition to her work in the arts, Vanessa has become a prominent advocate for Jewish unity in the wake of the rising antisemitism post-October 7th, 2023. Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Artists and Context01:40 Impact of October 7th on Artistic Expression09:32 The Blurring of Personal and Artistic Identity10:59 The Responsibility of Artists in Times of Crisis18:42 Navigating Audience Expectations and Artistic Integrity26:12 The Role of Community and Family in Artistic Expression30:15 Looking Towards the Future for the Next Generation33:04 The Role of Art in Uniting Communities34:30 Navigating Division Within the Jewish Community36:47 The Impact of Personal Experience on Understanding39:08 The Responsibility of Jewish Artists43:46 The Connection Between Diaspora and Israeli Jews51:32 Spiritual Engagement and Activism54:14 The Journey of Learning and Identity58:07 Long-Term Commitment to Community and Identity
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: May 11th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: May 4, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: April 27th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: April 20th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: April 13th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: April 6th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: March 30th, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Jewish Faith & Jewish Facts with Rabbi Steven Garten. Aired: March 23rd, 2025 on CHRI Radio 99.1FM in Ottawa, Canada. For questions, email Rabbi Garten at rabbishg@templeisraelottawa.com For more CHRI shows, visit chri.ca
Timely, to correspond with the 200 Years reading—Pete6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.
Patrick explores the concept of perfect contrition and explains what it truly means to love God more than fearing hell and how this profound act isn't about emotions but a willful commitment. Even without feeling it emotionally, genuine intent and contemplation can bridge that gap. Patrick also discusses the beautiful Prayer "Before a Crucifix" to strengthen reflections. (This Prayer can be found on the Relevant Radio App) Bill - Where does the command to die on the cross come from? (00:32) Mary - Do you really have to love God more than you fear hell for perfect contrition? (10:51) Chris - When my wife came to the USA, she was upset that we didn't have voter ID. In Brazil, you do need voter ID. (22:49) Robert - What does it mean that heaven and earth will pass away (27:31) John - For skeptics of the Old Testament and the original Jewish Religion, what would be their strongman argument on why the Old Testament was communicated in that way. (32:25) Elias - I have dual citizenship with Mexico and the US. In Mexico, they have a federal ID, and it's required for voting. (40:10) Pam - If God was in the Garden of Eden and he intended Adam and Eve to be there together, then did he already know they were going to sin and Jesus would have to die on the cross? (42:16) Cindy - My daughter and I are discussing 'Sola Scriptura'. Do Catholics not believe in the Word of the Bible and only believe in tradition? (48:52)
6 Hours and 35 MinutesPG-13Here is the complete audio of Pete reading and commenting on Israel Shahak's "Jewish History, Jewish Religion."Jewish History, Jewish ReligionPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.