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Hasidic group founded in Hungary in 1905

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History for the Curious
#194: Three Extraordinary 20th Century Lives feat. Dr Yossi Adler & Rabbi Dr Akiva Tatz

History for the Curious

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 81:41


Exploring the lives of three Jewish doctors. Living in very different settings, yet linked by a common thread: compassion. They left a lasting mark on medicine and Jewish history and were dedicated to the strong belief that every fragile life matters. In New York, Dr Martin Couney helped save thousands of babies. His sideshow displays were controversial, but at a time when incubator technology was widely doubted, his exhibits brought life-saving technology into the public eye. Dr Mary Gordon was born in Lithuania and her trailblazing career as a pioneering female physician who was deeply connected to Jewish life, allowed her to carry her medical calling into some of the hardest moments of the twentieth century, in Palestine, in detention camps in Cyprus and through world wars. Dr Shlomo Adler's reputation in London as a beloved doctor and trusted medical confidant to Gedolim and Torah leaders as well as to thousands of patients, rested on his complete commitment to care, innovation and halacha. We also hear from his son Dr Yossi Adler - who has continued a 3 generational family legacy - about AI and other issues confronting medicine today   Timestamps: - **0:00:00 – 0:01:13** – Podcast intro, series context (Medicine Part 2), and mention of guests (Rabbi Tatz & Dr. Yossi Adler) - **0:01:13 – 0:02:16** – Introduction of Mary Gordon; granddaughter of Reb Eliezer Gordon; name changes (Miriam → Mary, Sara → Sylvia)   - **0:02:16 – 0:03:49** – Background on the Gordon family, Telshe Yeshiva, and Reb Eliezer Gordon's leadership and social conscience (matzah bakeries)   - **0:03:49 – 0:06:21** – Fire in Telshe (1908), Reb Eliezer Gordon's fundraising trip to England, his death, funeral, and Mary receiving apology from the Chief Rabbi   - **0:06:21 – 0:09:00** – Mary's struggle to enter university, re-doing exams in England, brilliance and speed of study, financial help from Rabbi Moishe Hirsh Siegel, graduation as a physician   - **0:09:00 – 0:10:27** – Status of women doctors in England; WWI, shortage of male doctors; Mary becomes first female medical student allowed to practice in the army   - **0:10:27 – 0:12:57** – Move to South Africa; reuniting with family; pioneering practice in Johannesburg General Hospital; treating rich and poor, all races; miners' strike of 1922   - **0:12:57 – 0:15:30** – Plans to move to Palestine; WWII intervenes; army medical role, rank of captain then lieutenant colonel; final move to Palestine (1946)   - **0:15:30 – 0:18:18** – Postwar DP situation; Anglo-American committee, Truman's proposal for 100,000 DPs; British refusal; Cyprus detention policy and harsh camp conditions   - **0:18:18 – 0:21:06** – Mary chosen by the Jewish Agency to serve in Cyprus; tiny medical team; overwhelming numbers, disease, births; her legendary dedication; quote about measuring temperature vs pain   - **0:21:06 – 0:22:28** – New Year's 1948 story (two big ships arrive, many pregnant women and newborns); Mary persuades nurses to stay; later work in Israel with Yemenite immigrants; return to South Africa, work in Soweto clinics, death and legacy   - **0:22:28 – 0:24:04** – Introduction of Dr. Yossi Adler; recognition that “Dr. Adler” was a global communal institution   - **0:24:04 – 0:26:24** – Growing up in a house that doubled as a practice; constant stream of patients; balancing family meals with emergencies, especially before Hatzalah   - **0:26:24 – 0:28:18** – What made Dr. Adler's practice unique: long-term relationships, personalized care, deep sense of responsibility, readiness to innovate   - **0:28:18 – 0:32:24** – Early roots of his father's connection to Gedolim (Gerrer Rebbe, Imrei Emes); later relationships with Gedolim and Rebbes (Stipler, R' Shach, Satmar, Klausenburger, etc.)   - **0:32:24 – 0:36:24** – Stories illustrating kavod from Rebbes (“Malach Refael goes with Dr. Adler”), and equal importance of all patients; how he handled treating Gedolim without intimidation   - **0:36:24 – 0:40:21** – Lessons Dr. Yossi learned: time use, achrayus (responsibility), integrating halacha and derech eretz into medicine; a few character-defining stories   - **0:40:21 – 0:44:04** – Role of a frum doctor today: giving clear medical facts for Rabbanim, especially in end-of-life, surgery, fasting, and shidduch situations; why doctor ≠ posek   - **0:44:04 – 0:49:05** – Community health issues:   - Vaccine hesitancy and mistrust of authorities     - Halachic support for following broadly accepted medical guidance     - SIDS reduction through “back to sleep” and risk of complacency   - **0:49:05 – 0:53:59** – Discussion on modern weight-loss medications (semaglutide, tirzepatide): when benefits outweigh risks (severe obesity) vs mainly cosmetic use   - **0:53:59 – 0:56:51** – Google and patient information: opportunities and dangers; importance of joint doctor–patient interpretation rather than self-treatment   - **0:56:51 – 0:57:40** – Rabbi Tatz introduction, playful comment about trying to “one up” Rabbi Hirsch with an unknown medical figure   - **0:57:40 – 0:59:37** – Background of Dr. Cooney (Mikhail Kohn): Jewish origins in Prussia, medical studies, interest in premature infants and early incubators   - **0:59:37 – 1:03:10** – Move to America; transformation into “Dr. Cooney”; sideshow incubator exhibits at fairs and Coney Island; hospitals giving up on babies, parents bringing infants in shoeboxes; high survival rates   - **1:03:10 – 1:05:00** – Framing ethical and halachic questions: doing something risky to save life; early incubators as both spectacle and lifesaving tool   - **1:05:00 – 1:08:32** – Classic halachic scenario: terminal/“Ha'ei Sha'ah” patient offered high-risk procedure with chance of cure vs certain shorter-term survival; introduction to “Lo chosheshin lechayei sha'ah” in this context   - **1:08:32 – 1:12:08** – Majority view:     - If chance of success >50%, patient *should* generally accept.     - If

Podcast Torah-Box.com
Béha'alotékha - Allume ta lumière !

Podcast Torah-Box.com

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 40:58


Chaque personne a en elle une lumière que personne d'autre n'a, et il est important qu'elle le sache. Mais en quoi cette idée est-elle liée à la Paracha de Béha'alotékha ? Réponse à travers des propos de Rabbi Yoël de Satmar et de Rav Yé'hézkel Abrahamski.

Torah From Rav Matis
Halachot of Shabbat! Satmar did what!?

Torah From Rav Matis

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 40:56


Halachot of Shabbat!Satmar did what!?

Hasidic Judaism Explored
An amazing collection of Rare Talmuds! | Samuel Marks

Hasidic Judaism Explored

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 93:27


A 26-year-old collector opens his personal library to reveal the dramatic, human stories hidden inside antique Jewish Talmuds.In this video, Samuel Marks takes us through his personal collection of Talmuds from different eras, using each volume to tell a larger story about how the Talmud was printed, censored, altered, and preserved under extraordinary historical pressure. Samuel is a self-taught collector whose engagement with Jewish texts grew out of immersive learning in Hasidic spaces, particularly within the Satmar community in Williamsburg.Raised in a secular Jewish family in Boston, Samuel later reconnected deeply with Jewish learning and history. He is currently a student at the University of Michigan Law School and is not a professional academic, historian, or dealer. His knowledge comes from close study of primary texts, printing history, and the material culture of postwar Hasidic life in America.This Talmud tour explores not only rare editions, but the human, political, and emotional forces that shaped them. Among the stories discussed:• How expensive and technically complex it once was to print the Talmud, including the challenges of typesetting its dense, layered layout• How Jewish owners signed their Talmuds, turning them into personal historical documents• The dramatic saga of Christian censorship, which led to missing passages, partially removed pages, and forced insertions of Christian propaganda• Copyright disputes that shaped competing editions and caused the text to evolve differently across printings• The forgery of the so-called lost Yerushalmi Talmuds• The story of a young girl named Ella who helped typeset a Talmud and signed her name inside, noting that she was looking for a husband• Talmuds printed in the Shanghai Ghetto during World War II• Talmuds produced in displaced persons camps in Germany immediately after the war, often on discarded or reused paper• Which tractates were printed most, when, and why, including postwar demand for laws dealing with loss of a spouse and the special status of Bechorot• How printing errors entered the Talmud, were copied forward, and later identified and addressed• Why Talmuds ended up so oversizedFor more on Samuel's background as a collector, watch our first interview:https://youtu.be/qjtlgrLe92wYou can also find a related playlist where I read a 1977 Yiddish book that Samuel scanned for me:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhW2QoO54yczFq9JWHjYsS9xMpgmK7GiSThank you to the Youtube channel members for supporting this work and helping make these in-depth projects possible.Find me here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friedavizel/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toursbyfrieda/Website: friedavizel.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-frieda-vizel-podcast--5824414/support.

Bryte Bible Reading Plan 2022

Section: The People of the KingdomBible Project: Joy https://bit.ly/bpjoyPhilippians 3-4 ESVPsalm 87 ESV

Jewish History Soundbites
The Beirach Moshe of Satmar

Jewish History Soundbites

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2026 55:57


Rav Moshe Teitelbaum (1914-2006), the Beirach Moshe of Satmar, spent most of his life in the shadow of his illustrious uncle Rav Yoelish Teitelbaum, the Satmar Rav. His first family was wiped out in the Holocaust, and he barely survived multiple concentration camps. For decades he quietly and modestly led a small Sighet community in Boro Park. When his uncle passed away in 1979, many in the Satmar community prevailed upon him to succeed his uncle. Despite opposition and his own feelings of unworthiness to fill his uncle's position, he assumed the helm of Satmar, leading it with the same humility, practicality and simplicity as he had led his entire life. In honor of his upcoming 20th yahrtzeit, this episode explores the life and leadership of the Beirach Moshe of Satmar.  Subscribe to Jewish History Soundbites Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ or your favorite podcast platform Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites For sponsorship opportunities about your favorite topics of Jewish history or feedback contact Yehuda at: yehuda@yehudageberer.com

Catholic Daily Brief
Commentary on the Mass Readings: Sat, Mar 28

Catholic Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2026 5:42


Ezekiel 37: 21-28; John 11: 45-56; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Catholic Daily Brief
1962 Missal - Commentary on the Mass Readings: Sat, Mar 28

Catholic Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2026 9:57


Jeremiah 18: 18-23; John 12: 10-36; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Disney News
Sat Mar 28th, '26 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2026 2:31


Happy Saturday! Here is your Disney News for March 28th, 2026 - Tokyo Disney Resort introduces the "Dreams Come True in Tokyo" parade, celebrating dreams, diversity, and Japanese culture with spectacular floats and costumes. - Magic Kingdom's Enchanted Tiki Room gets an update with enhanced audio-animatronics and lighting effects, potentially adding a new musical number. - Disney's Animal Kingdom launches a new conservation initiative partnering with wildlife organizations to support endangered species. - Disney+ unveils "Behind the Magic: Imagineering Wonders," a documentary series offering a behind-the-scenes look at Disney attractions with exclusive interviews and footage. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Bodypainting Takes Off In Cork City

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 6:10


We were so curious when we got an email saying there was a Bodypainting Jam in Cork tomorrow, Sat Mar 28th so we asked Margarita Buyukli to tell us how it works and what it's like to volunteer to have your body painted by an artist. (If you're over 18 and ready to see yourself in a whole new color, email AskAboutUsToday@gmail.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Leather, Lace & Lindt Bunnies

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 6:30


Ann Gabriel joins PJ to explain why dozens of bikers are strapping Easter eggs to their chrome for the loudest BUMBELance charity run in Cork. Sat Mar 28th 12Noon Riders Meet Applegreen Ballincollig 1pm Ride to Mills, Ballyvourney with escort by the Guards where family fun day happens at 2pm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryte Bible Reading Plan 2022

Section: The People of the KingdomBible Project: Overview - Galatians https://bit.ly/bpgalatiansGalatians 1-2 ESVPsalm 80 ESV

Catholic Daily Brief
1962 Missal - Commentary on the Mass Readings: Sat, Mar 21

Catholic Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 5:12


Isaiah 49: 8-15; John 8: 12-20; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Catholic Daily Brief
Commentary on the Mass Readings: Sat, Mar 21

Catholic Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 2:59


Jeremiah 11: 18-20 John 7: 40-53; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Disney News
Sat Mar 21st, '26 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 2:33


Here is your Daily Disney News for Saturday, March 21st, 2026 - Tokyo Disneyland announces the "Sakura Festival" featuring themed parades, cherry blossom-inspired costumes, snacks, and merchandise. - Disneyland Resort in Anaheim is gearing up for "Avengers Night," an after-hours event with Marvel hero meet-and-greets, entertainment, and exclusive merchandise. - Disney+ introduces "Pixie Hollow Adventures," a new original series showcasing Tinker Bell and her fairy friends on magical escapades. - Epcot in Orlando kicks off the "Garden Rocks" concert series with a diverse lineup during the International Flower & Garden Festival. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Bryte Bible Reading Plan 2022

Section: The People of the Kingdom1 Corinthians 15-16 ESVPsalm 73 ESV

Catholic Daily Brief
Commentary on the Mass Readings: Sat, Mar 14

Catholic Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 5:23


Hosea 6: 1-6; Luke 18: 9-14; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Catholic Daily Brief
1962 Missal - Commentary on the Mass Readings: Sat, Mar 14

Catholic Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 8:32


Daniel 13: 1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62; John 8: 1-11; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Disney News
Sat Mar 14th, '26 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 2:33


Hello and a very happy Saturday to you! This is your Disney News for Saturday, March 14th, 2026. I'm here to sprinkle a little magic into your weekend with some fantastic updates from the world of Disney. - Disneyland Tokyo opens its new Fantasyland expansion featuring enchanting rides, a reimagined Snow White adventure, and a new fairy tale-inspired restaurant. - Disney World's Space Mountain in Florida is getting stellar upgrades with new technology for enhanced thrills and comfort. - Disney teams up with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to grant more wishes for children with critical illnesses, spreading hope and joy globally. - A new "Mickey and Friends" series debuts on Disney+ next week, bringing classic charm with fresh, modern stories. I hope this has added a sprinkle of Disney enchantment to your day. Have a magical day, and see you tomorrow!

Bryte Bible Reading Plan 2022

Section: The People of the KingdomBible Project: Overview - 1 Corinthians https://bit.ly/bp1corinthians1 Corinthians 1-2 ESVPsalm 66 ESV

Catholic Daily Brief
1962 Missal - Commentary on the Mass Readings: Sat, Mar 7

Catholic Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 12:13


Genesis 27: 6-40; Luke 15: 11-32; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Disney News
Sat Mar 7th, '26 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 2:16


Hey there, and a very happy Saturday to you! This is your Disney News for Saturday, March 7th, 2026. I hope your weekend is off to a magical start! - Disneyland Tokyo is set to unveil a new roller coaster, themed around a beloved Disney classic, featuring state-of-the-art technology and breathtaking speeds. - Walt Disney World's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience will receive upgrades with more interactive experiences and storyline elements. - Shanghai Disneyland is opening a Marvel Universe area with attractions, character meet-and-greets, and immersive experiences. - Disney+ announces the return of "The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse" for a new season with fresh episodes. I hope you have a wonderful day filled with Disney magic. Remember to check in tomorrow for more updates and news. See you tomorrow!

Stories4life
Stories4Life Shiur 524 Ahavas Yisroel - Satmar Rav

Stories4life

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 2:18


What Is Ahavas Yisroel?

satmar ahavas yisroel
City of Supers: An Improv Superhero Comedy
79 - Villain Stuff with The Rapscallion

City of Supers: An Improv Superhero Comedy

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 37:27


Following a brief trip to the Plug Zone™ to promote The Challenge Accepted show at Sidequest theater, our hosts are joined by The Rapscallion. Desperately on the lookout for a nemesis our guest runs into the very man who killed her father!Checkout the Challenge Accepted show at the Sidequest Theater (2030 Sansom St, Philadelphia PA 19103), Sat Jan 17 @9:00 PM, Sat Feb 21 @9:00 PM, Sat Mar 21 @9:00 PM, Sat Apr 18 @9:00 PM.Credits: Brendan Connors as Beck Wayward & Brendan ConnorsNick Connors as Donny Dennis, The Clap, & Nick ConnorsJillian Hartman as The Rapscallion & Jillian Hartman

JLife with Daniel
From Satmar to Open Orthodoxy | Rabbi Ysoscher Katz

JLife with Daniel

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 52:35


Rabbi Ysoscher Katz on Open Orthodoxy, Satmar Roots, Queer Inclusion, Mysticism vs. Maimonides, and the Haredi IDF Draft Crisis.In this episode, Daniel sits down with Rabbi Ysoscher Katz — a leading voice in Open Orthodoxy with deep Satmar Hasidic roots — to explore the future of Orthodox Judaism in the 21st century. They discuss why Rabbi Katz sees contemporary Orthodoxy as being in crisis, the obsession with labels (“ultra-Orthodox,” “modern Orthodox,” “open Orthodox”), and how to build a Judaism that feels spiritually exciting, morally serious, and genuinely inclusive.Rabbi Katz shares his journey from growing up in Williamsburg's Satmar community — with no secular education and an intensely anti-Zionist worldview — to becoming a passionate, liberal Zionist who still treasures the gifts of his Hasidic upbringing. He reflects on living with the tension between egalitarian modern values and halakhic hierarchy, and why he believes we must make observant life so meaningful that people are willing to live with its unresolved dissonances.The conversation dives into halakhic change and halakhic evolution, including Rabbi Katz's responsa on women's participation in the synagogue, LGBTQ / queer inclusion, and how close re-readings of classic sources can reveal possibilities earlier poskim never needed to see. From nursing in shul to bris and pidyon haben in same-sex families, he shows how fidelity to halakha can coexist with radical hospitality.Daniel and Rabbi Katz also contrast Maimonides' rationalism with Kabbalah and Hasidut, asking whether a purely rational Judaism “sucks out” too much of the mysticism and passion that biblical and rabbinic Judaism took for granted — and why a mystical, non-Maimonidean frame might better serve modern religious seekers.Finally, they tackle the explosive debate over Haredi exemption from the IDF draft, the social and spiritual cost of non-participation in Israel's defense, and how religious anti-Zionism collides with the lived reality of soldiers — including Rabbi Katz's own children — serving in Gaza.If you're interested in Orthodox sociology, Jewish theology, Kabbalah, Zionism, or the future of halakhic communities, this wide-ranging conversation is for you.#RabbiYsoscherKatz #lgbtq #orthodoxjudaism #OpenOrthodoxy #ModernOrthodox #halakha #QueerInclusion #JewishMysticism #maimonides #kabbalah #hasidut #Zionism #haredi #idf #jewishthought #jewishpodcast #jewishtradition

The Antifada
&&&: DSA Drama & Conan Watching

The Antifada

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 9:29


For the full episode (in audio only OR video) sign up at http://patreon.com/c/thiswreckage!&y and &ers J. Lee talk about Zohran's walkbacks, meeting with Trump, and relationship with the Satmar community. Then we watch and comment on a few old Conan monologues and interviews with Marc Maron, Kevin Spacey, and Jay Leno.

The Sunday Shiur By Rabbi Yoel Plutchok
The Satmar Rebbetzin's Hesped — Women at Levayos and Cemeteries

The Sunday Shiur By Rabbi Yoel Plutchok

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 29:30


Meaningful People
Shmelke Diamond: His Journey to Satmar and the Moment We Didn't See Eye to Eye

Meaningful People

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2025 88:06


In this gripping and deeply honest conversation, Shmelke Diamond opens up about his unlikely path—from a traditional Long Island Jewish upbringing to discovering Chabad as a teenager, navigating a lonely and self-taught journey into observance, and ultimately becoming a proud Satmar chasid. Shmelke shares powerful stories of identity, family tension, spiritual searching, and the moment he realized he had to choose between two worlds. He talks about the kindness that drew him into the Satmar community, his struggles with chronic illness, and how disability reshaped his understanding of purpose, humility, and faith. Whether you're religious, secular, curious, or anywhere in between, this episode is a raw and inspiring exploration of what it means to find yourself—and to stand by what you believe, even when the world pushes back. This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ►Blooms Kosher   Bring you the best Kosher products worldwide.   https://bloomskosher.com   ______________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka    https://pushka.cc/meaningful    _______________________________________   ► Banana Blast Rentals   Bringing exciting entertainment for all your occasions. https://bananablasts.com https://wa.link/i4qlgh   _______________________________________   ► Lalechet     We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish.    https://www.lalechet.com _______________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp     https://www.townappliance.com     https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp    ______________________________________ ►Rothenberg Law Firm   Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years!   Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation   https://shorturl.at/JFKHH   ____________________________________   ►  Ketubah At Ketubah.com, every Kesubah is designed with care, blending timeless beauty with texts that are fully halachic, including RCA and Sephardic versions. Our team collaborates with rabbanim and mesadrei kiddushin to ensure each document is accurate and accepted without question. Choosing Ketubah.com means you arrive at your chuppah with peace of mind, knowing your Kesubah is both beautifully crafted and halachically sound. https://ketubah.com/meaningful-minutes/?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Clickthrough&utm_campaign=meaningful-people-podcast ____________________________________   ►  Eishet Chayil Eishet Chayil — The Woman of Valor is a new book by Rabbi Yossi Marcus that brings King Solomon's classic poem to life through the stories of 24 remarkable Jewish women — from Sarah and Miriam to Esther and beyond. Drawing on millennia of Jewish scholarship, especially the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, the book celebrates women of faith, courage, and wisdom. Each verse is paired with contemporary artwork by Israeli artist Lia Baratz, making the book both educational and inspirational for readers of all ages. Dedicated to the women of Nahal Oz who were killed on October 7, 2023, it stands as a tribute to Jewish women of valor throughout history. Already in its second printing, Eishet Chayil is an ideal gift for Bat Mitzvahs, brides, wives, and mothers. Available at https://www.eishetchayil.com and https://store.kehotonline.com/mobile/ Use code MM20 for 20% off when checking out on Kehot.com.   _______________________________________  

The Sunday Shiur By Rabbi Yoel Plutchok
The Mechitzah Battles A fraught machlokes: Rav Moshe & Satmar

The Sunday Shiur By Rabbi Yoel Plutchok

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 31:36


On the Nose
The Rabbinic Freak-Out About Zohran Mamdani

On the Nose

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 45:42


Last week, a group calling itself The Jewish Majority published a “Rabbinic Call to Action” aimed at New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani in the last weeks of the campaign. “We cannot remain silent in the face of rising anti-Zionism and its political normalization throughout our nation,” the letter reads. Signed by over 1,100 rabbis, the letter quotes New York rabbis Ammiel Hirsch and Elliot Cosgrove, who had each issued their own anti-Zohran sermons and videos, insisting that Mamdani poses a danger to the safety of the city's Jews and that Zionism is an inextricable part of Jewish identity.On this episode of On the Nose, Jewish Currents editor-in-chief Arielle Angel, editor-at-large Peter Beinart, senior reporter Alex Kane, and advisory board member Simone Zimmerman discuss this rabbinic campaign, what it means for the sizable Jewish minority who supports Mamdani, and what it says about the priorities of institutional Judaism at a moment of profound political instability.Thanks to Jesse Brenneman for producing and to Nathan Salsburg for the use of his song “VIII (All That Were Calculated Have Passed).”Articles and Media Mentioned and Further ReadingRabbi Cosgrove's sermon on MamdaniRabbi Ammiel Hirsch on Mamdani“Why Mamdani Frightens Jews Like Me,” Bret Stephens, The New York TimesThe Jewish Majority, “A Rabbinic Call to Action”“Brad Lander's Campaign of Solidarity,” On the Nose“Tax the Rich” post on X by Maria DanziloHalachic Left High Holidays reader“Zohran Mamdani is not antisemitic, Satmar's Brooklyn leadership says,” Jerusalem Post“Jewish New York's reckoning with Zohran Mamdani,” Noa Yachot, The Guardian“Many American Jews sharply critical on Gaza, Post poll finds,” Naftali Bendavid, Scott Clement, and Emily Guskin, The Washington Post“‘The Issue is Not the Issue' – The Free Speech Movement 1964 - The Anti-Mamdani Craze,” Shaul Magid on SubstackMamdani's video “My Message to Muslim New Yorkers—and Everyone Who Calls This City Home”“

Hasidic Judaism Explored
From Berlin to Satmar Williamsburg | 95 year old Nelly Grussgott

Hasidic Judaism Explored

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 41:31 Transcription Available


Video link to this episode: https://youtu.be/IdA3uHWGEtgIn today's video, I'm honored to share with you the remarkable story of Nelly Grussgott. This footage was originally filmed on August 12, 2020—long before I had a YouTube channel. It was part of a project by filmmaker Pearl Gluck, conducted for a documentary she was making with scholar Naomi Seidman about the Bais Yaakov girls' school movement. Naomi invited me to assist with the interview, and I was there in the room when it was recorded.From the moment I met Nelly, I was completely taken by her. Her life story is one of immense pain and breathtaking resilience—a testimony to survival, transformation, and spirit. Just days after the interview, Nelly made Aliya—she moved to Israel—at the age of 90. We stayed in touch, and I even interviewed her again via Zoom for this channel. But this original interview, which has always felt so precious to me, was never publicly shared until now. With the blessing of Pearl and Naomi, I've edited it down and am releasing it here to preserve her memory and her voice for posterity.As of today, Nelly Grussgott is 95 years old—bless her soul, may she live to 120.Born in Berlin, Germany, in 1930, Nelly witnessed Kristallnacht as a young child. Her early childhood was comfortable—charmed, even—growing up as an only child in a pampered, middle-class Orthodox Jewish home. Her parents were not German-born: her mother, from Czechoslovakia, moved to Berlin at 24 and became successful in the rags/textile business. Her father was Hungarian, and both were deeply religious. Due to the hostility towards Orthodox Jews in Berlin, they adapted to a modern Orthodox lifestyle.In 1937, Nelly's father went to the United States to secure affidavits to bring his family to safety. He succeeded—but history intervened cruelly. While her father was still away, Nelly and her mother were forced out of their home and into an overcrowded apartment with five other Jewish families. One night, Nazi soldiers raided the apartment and took the men at gunpoint. Days later, ashes were returned to their wives in the mail.In a desperate move, Nelly's father returned to Europe in 1938—traveling to Belgium to reunite the family. It proved to be a devastating mistake. Nelly and her mother, Czechoslovakian citizens, were able to emigrate to the U.S. at the very last moment, getting papers as I understand it in late 1939 but actually coming "in the last hour" in Frebruary 1940. But because her father was Hungarian, and the Hungarian quota was closed, he remained trapped in Europe. His letters continued for several years, growing more despondent until, in 1942, they stopped entirely.In 1995, the Red Cross confirmed the fate the family had long feared: Nelly's father was deported to Majdanek, then to Sobibor in March 1943, where he was murdered, along with many relatives.Nelly's mother eventually remarried in America, joining with a Satmar Hasid who had also survived great loss. She thrived in Williamsburg, Brooklyn—especially enjoying her later years on Lee Avenue, surrounded by familiar faces and warm greetings. Nelly herself chose a different path, remaining Orthodox but not Hasidic, and went on to raise a mainstream Orthodox family.I'm deeply grateful to finally bring this interview to light. May Nelly's story reach far and wide—and may we never forget.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-frieda-vizel-podcast--5824414/support.

Meaningful People
From Puerto Rico to Satmar: Malkie Wiener's Improbable Journey

Meaningful People

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 77:00


In this inspiring episode, Malkie Weiner shares her extraordinary life story: from her Catholic upbringing in Puerto Rico, to her family's unexpected spiritual search, their conversion to Judaism, and their eventual integration into the Hasidic community of Williamsburg. Malkie opens up about:  

Meaningful People
Chanie Werzberger | “She Was My Mother… But I Couldn't Call Her Mommy“

Meaningful People

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 91:29


Chanie Werzberger's life reads like a dramatic novel, but every moment is real. In this emotional and powerful interview, Chanie shares her incredible journey: from a childhood in Argentina torn apart by her parents' separation, to a secret escape with her father to America, her entrance into the Satmar Hasidic world, and the many painful transitions she endured as a young girl without her mother. We explore her resilience through being moved from home to home, her complicated but deep love for her father, her eventual reconnection with her estranged mother after 21 years, and the health battles she fought for her daughter, Simmy. From a child longing for love to a mother fighting for her child's life, Chanie's story is one of strength, transformation, and unshakable faith. This interview is a testament to the human spirit, the power of choice, and the miracles that can arise even in the darkest moments. You can purchase Chanie's book here: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422644539.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqXqdSJfA1WItrXf2PlkJzo2qePOPGggv-SJQKX8Fc6GKd5UryP   This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ►Blooms Kosher Bring you the best Kosher products worldwide. https://bloomskosher.com ______________________________________ ► PZ Deals - Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp  _______________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka  https://pushka.cc/meaningful  _______________________________________ ► Say Kaddish -  the Ultimate Sign of Love and Respect For centuries, we have honored our parents and loved ones who have passed on by reciting Kaddish in their merit. Saying Kaddish serves as a great virtue and does wonders for the soul of the deceased. https://saykaddish.com/ _______________________________________ ►YIEP Now enrolling: The YIEP online Counseling Master's program is fully CACREP-accredited and designed for frum adults seeking a meaningful and flexible career in mental health.  Enrollment is now open for our Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master's cohort, beginning this August. The program is fully online, follows the Jewish calendar, has competitive pricing, and is designed to support working adults and busy families — so you can advance your career while balancing life. Learn more and apply now at https://theyiep.com/new/ — or call or WhatsApp me at 917-861-6707 with any questions. _______________________________________ ► Toveedo Visit- https://toveedo.com/ Use Promo Code MM10 for 10% off! _______________________________________ ► Lalechet     We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish.  https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________________________ ►Rothenberg Law Firm Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation https://shorturl.at/JFKHH ____________________________________ ► NRS Pay - Honest, clean credit card processing. https://nrspay.com __________________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp   https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp  ______________________________________ ► Faith It Till You Make It Join Rabbi Ari Bensoussan's course on Bitachon sponsored by Censible Marketing! Your guide to keeping your faith in today's complicated world! www.Meaningfulminute.org/censible  ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.   https://apple.co/2WALuE2  https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO Or wherever Podcasts are available! Editor: Sruly Saftlas

Hasidic Judaism Explored
Workout culture coming to the Ultra Orthodox world | Shmilly Feldman

Hasidic Judaism Explored

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 56:56


Video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/XYPuTNOry3UWhen I was Hasidic, dieting and brisk walking were part of life—but the gym? Muscle-building? Weight training? That was unheard of. Today, a new movement is emerging from within the Hasidic world: a growing culture of strength training, gym routines, and fitness—all adapted to fit the unique rhythms and values of Hasidic life.In this interview, I talk with Shmilly Feldman (@chasidish_lifter), a young and energetic Hasidic man at the forefront of this trend. We explore how Hasidic workout culture is evolving—with its own twists: gender separation, modesty, and the challenge of balancing fitness with a calendar full of celebratory (and food-heavy) holidays.Shmilly shares his personal story of growing up in the Satmar school system with no gym class and how he became a self-taught weight trainer. He reflects on the limitations of the Hasidic boys' secular education, the drive to self-educate, and what that means for his generation.It's a candid and thoughtful look at the cultural quirks of lifting in a shtreimel world.

Headlines
4/26/25 – Shiur 510 – Revisiting the WZO controversy | The Tzedaka Generation – But what are our priorities?

Headlines

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 88:20


Revisiting the WZO controversy What's the difference between this and joining the Knesset? Why's this difference than the Moetzes pushing Avi Schnall to run specifically as a democrat? Is this the old age Hashkafic Machlokes between Satmar and Brisk VS the Agudah? Why did they stop second Seder in BMG for a political rally? with Rabbi Avi Shafran – Spokesman for the Agudah – 11:27 The Tzedaka Generation Have we lost our priorities to the glitz and the glamor? Are we giving large glamorous Tzedakahs at the expense of our local institutions? Should you give money to an out-of-town Yeshiva or Kollel when your son's Yeshivah can't make its budget? Should we be sending our daughters to seminaries due to the tuition prices? How much does a Frum Family need today to get by? with Reb Shalom Ber Sorotzkin – Premier Fundraising Rosh Hayeshiva of our generation – 29:41 with Mr. Yisroel Orzel – Longtime President, Yeshiva of Spring Valley – 43:50 with Rabbi Yitzchok Gottdiener – Executive Director, Yeshivah Torah Vodaas – 59:13 with Rabbi Shimon Taub –  Author, Laws of Tzedakah and Ma'aser – 1:13:34 מראי מקומות   

Disney News
Sat Mar 29th, '25 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 2:32


Here is your Daily Disney News for Saturday, March 29th, 2025 - Tokyo Disneyland unveils "Baymax's Big Hero Adventure," a thrilling new ride with cutting-edge technology and immersive storytelling. - Disneyland Resort in California announces "Pixar Pals Summer Bash," kicking off in June with dance parties, exclusive merchandise, and themed snacks. - Disney+ debuts "Enchanted Journeys," a series exploring real-life locations that inspired classic Disney animated films. - EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World is ongoing, featuring topiary displays, vibrant gardens, and delicious bites. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Disney News
Sat Mar 22nd, '25 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 2:20


Here is your Disney News for Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 - Disneyland Tokyo is gearing up for the Cherry Blossom Festival with themed merchandise and exclusive treats. - Disney World's Space Mountain reopens with smoother rides and new visual effects. - Disney+ announces "Mickey's Magical Adventures," a new series with Mickey and friends in fresh settings. - Disneyland Paris introduces an initiative to support local wildlife through special habitats. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Disney News
Sat Mar 15th, '25 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 2:18


Here is your Daily Disney News for Saturday, March 15, 2025 - Disneyland's Haunted Mansion is getting a spooky makeover with a new storyline, characters, and effects. - Tokyo Disneyland celebrates Disney Easter with a parade, egg hunts, themed treats, and character photo ops. - EPCOT at Walt Disney World unveils "Journey Through Time", blending education and entertainment. - Disney+ announces "Disney Fairytale Adventures" series, exploring classic tales with a fresh twist. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Disney News
Sat Mar 8th, '25 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 2:02


Hey there, and a magical Saturday to you! This is your Disney News for Saturday, March 8th, 2025. Hope you're ready to sprinkle some pixie dust on your day with the latest Disney happenings! - The 2025 Food & Wine Festival at Disney California Adventure features four new snacks, including a Mickey-shaped macaron filled with SNICKERS pieces, and the Green Apple Slush Cocktail. Visit the Uncork California booth for a charming wine-themed experience. - At Disneyland Resort, the newly refurbished queue of the Haunted Mansion has a damaged statue, anticipating quick repairs to maintain the spooky atmosphere. - At Walt Disney World's EPCOT, the Canada World Showcase Pavilion construction continues with no announcements yet. However, the Trading Post and Le Cellier Steakhouse remain open. That's all for your Disney scoop today! Thanks for tuning in, and make sure to check back tomorrow for more Disney magic. See you tomorrow!

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Leah Tells PJ A School Place Is So Important So My Boy Liam Learns Social Skills

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 14:32


Leah tells PJ why the shortage of school spaces is so scary for her and for her little Liam. "March With Us For 20+ Children Cork City & County With No School Places" happens 2pm Sat Mar 8th, assemble at City Hall to march to Grand Parade Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
March So Every Child Has Quality Education

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 15:06


Nicole Hosford tells PJ Coogan her journey from mum to activist due to the failings of the education system in helping her child. The march she talks about is for 20+ children Cork City & County with no school places for Sept 2025 Sat Mar 8th 2pm Assy City Hall March To Grand Parade Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disney News
Sat Mar 1st, '25 - Daily Disney News

Disney News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 2:33


Hope your weekend is starting with a sprinkle of pixie dust! Here is your Disney News for Saturday, March 1st, 2025. - Tokyo Disneyland is expanding with a new "Frozen Adventures" attraction, opening soon amidst cherry blossom season. - Disney World in Florida will kick off the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival on March 6th with colorful displays and garden-inspired dishes. - Disney+ is introducing "Behind the Magic: Imagineers at Work," a documentary giving insights into Disney's creative processes. - Disneyland Paris is gearing up for "Spring into Spring," an Easter celebration starting April 1st with themed shows and goodies. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Featured Shiurim
Q&A – Reishit (5785)

Featured Shiurim

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 58:15


  #Israel Trip 2025   03:25 Vaping and Psychedelics 12:31 The Mitzvah to know Hashem 16:39 The extent of Kibbud Av V'Eim 20:35 Non-Religious relatives 23:42 Modern Orthodox 30:42 Getting married if you are not ready to have children 32:10 The “yeshivish” vs. the “Satmar” view on the State of Israel 36:18 Cults 42:21 Leisure… Continue reading Q&A – Reishit (5785)

Speechie Side Up
237: The One About Working in Various SLP Settings

Speechie Side Up

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 17:32


In this episode, I am joined by Yehuda Joseph, a Speech-Language Pathologist as he shares his diverse experiences working full-time at the Kiryas Joel School District and part-time at Community Medical and Dental Care in New York. Yehuda discusses his background, including dealing with his stutter as a child, and how this influenced his career choice. He also talks about the unique aspects of working within the Satmar ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, the challenges and joys of being a generalist in the medical and educational settings, and his fascination with radio and podcasts. The conversation concludes with Yehuda's thoughts on continuing education, particularly in the field of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and a reflection on navigating the dual roles of medical and educational SLP. Visit Speechie Side Up to learn more about this episode.

Meaningful People
Chaim Meisels | From Satmar Legacy to IDF Courage

Meaningful People

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 77:07


Chaim Meisels, 29, is the great-grandson of the Satmar Rebbe, R' Beirach Moshe. About eight years ago, Chaim chose to immigrate to Israel and enlist in the IDF. Chaim left everything behind, enlisted in the IDF combat unit, and was sworn in at the Kotel. Chaim served as a commanding officer in the Egoz program, a special forces unit and then was in Golani.   ►Colel Chabad Pushka App   The easiest way to give Tzedaka download the Pushka app today    https://pushka.cc/meaningful   Get Tickets to Nafshi Here!   https://colelchabad.events/?src=meaningful   ________________________________________   ►Town Appliance   Visit https://www.townappliance.com    Message Town Appliance on WhatsApp:    https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp __________________________________   ►Toveedo     The Jewish videos your kids will love all in one happy place!      Stream unlimited videos on your phone, tablet, laptop, desktop, and smart TV.    From new releases, to your favorite classics, and exclusive originals, there's always something new to discover.   Use MM10 for 10% off     See our full library on  https://toveedo.com   __________________________________________   ► A Time Trip To Israel raffle   6 Round Trip Ticket and 6 Night Stay in 5 Star Hotel!   Tickets to Enter the Raffle Are Just $54!   Enter Today! http://www.atimeisraeltrip.com   https://www.atimeforisraeltrip.com         Subscribe to our Podcast      Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2WALuE2      Spotify: https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO      Or wherever Podcasts are available!     Editor: Sruly Saftlas

Hasidic Judaism Explored
A battle for land between Hasidim and their neighbors | In conversation with Jesse Sweet

Hasidic Judaism Explored

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 52:09


Video link: https://youtu.be/Ovl9HbcTuUIThis is a discussion about the documentary 'City of Joel', with the filmmaker Jesse Sweet. It's a documentary about a turf war in the insular Hasidic Village of Kiryas Joel. Kiryas Joel is a Satmar village in Orange County New York, and it's where I lived for the first twenty-five years of my life. The documentary includes amazing footage of the village I grew up in, with shots of several very close male contacts. It was a fun experience to watch it and to discuss the film with the filmmaker.Click here for the City of Joel documentary: https://amzn.to/4fsl5NSAnd here is Jesse's latest project, Nature of the Crime: https://www.docnyc.net/film/nature-of-the-crime/Please consider supporting my work by making a tax-deductible donation through Fractured Atlas fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/frieda-vizel-brooklyn-youtube-channel or sending a contribution via Paypal: paypal.com/paypalme/friedavizel This helps me to continue to bring to you more Jewish content, which requires a considerable investment on my part.

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Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer
Isaac Fogel: A Hasidic Boy's Search For Identity That Brought Him Back Home

Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2024 68:50


Yitzchak/Isaac Fogel grew up deep in Williamsburg in the Satmar community. He went after to a place where he thought he could find his voice - after that didn't work out. He discovered R' Beri Weber's yeshiva which had an incredible impact on him, went to Israel and truly found himself.   Isaac Fogel's business here: https://www.lussofinejewels.com/   ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬   ► US Mobile: Cheaper & Smarter Cell Service   Better cell service that's actually better priced too! Switch today & save lots of GELT. First month FREE with promo: Living Lchaim   Apply here → https://usmobile.com/lchaim   ► Stam Azoy: The Best Sofer in Your Contacts   The best way to protect your home- beautiful, kosher, affordable mezuzahs. Sefer Torah, Megillahs, Tefillin etc- Stam Azoy has got you covered. Call.Text.Whatsapp: 347-831-1600 Email: StamAzoy123@gmail.com   → Save him in your contacts here: https://bit.ly/3WVyAhe   ► Twillory: 50% Warehouse SALE   PLUS get $18 OFF your order.  Look great, feel great. Use promo code: INSPIRE for $18 OFF   →  Here: https://Twillory.com/   ► Bitbean: Industry Leading Enterprise Software for Innovative Businesses   Seeking to optimize operations and scale your business? Bitbean empowers ambitious businesses with tailored software solutions. Automate workflows, streamline data management, and empower your workforce all while reducing your employee overhead by 30% or more.   →  Contact Bitbean today for a FREE CONSULTATION https://bitbean.link/Ehsj6K   ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬ This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe   Help Support our Episodes with Dedicating an Episode in Memory of a Loved One or As a Zechus for a Refuah Shleima!   → Here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/in-memory   ✬ Donate and Inspire Millions (Tax-Deductible) ✬ Your generous donation enables us at Living Lchaim to share uplifting messages globally, enrich lives, and foster positive change worldwide!   Thank you! https://www.livinglchaim.com/donate   Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here: • USA: (605) 477-2100 • UK: 0333-366-0154 • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088   Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com   WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513   Lchaim.

New Books Network
Shaul Magid, "Meir Kahane: The Public Life and Political Thought of an American Jewish Radical" (Princeton UP, 2021)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 64:11


Rabbi Meir Kahane came of age amid the radical politics of the counterculture, becoming a militant voice of protest against Jewish liberalism. Kahane founded the Jewish Defense League in 1968, declaring that Jews must protect themselves by any means necessary. He immigrated to Israel in 1971, where he founded KACH, an ultranationalist and racist political party. He would die by assassination in 1990. In Meir Kahane: The Public Life and Political Thought of an American Jewish Radical (Princeton UP, 2021), Shaul Magid sheds new light on Kahane's radical political views, his critique of liberalism, and his use of the “grammar of race” as a tool to promote Jewish pride. He discusses Kahane's theory of violence as a mechanism to assure Jewish safety, and traces how his Zionism evolved from a fervent support of Israel to a belief that the Zionist project had failed. Magid examines how tradition and classical Jewish texts profoundly influenced Kahane's thought later in life, and argues that Kahane's enduring legacy lies not in his Israeli career but in the challenges he posed to the liberalism and assimilatory project of the postwar American Jewish establishment. Shaul Magid teaches Modern Judaism at Harvard Divinity School and is a senior research fellow at the Center for the Studies of World Religions at Harvard. His recent books include Piety and Rebellion: Essays in Hasidism (Academic Studies Press, 2019), The Bible, the Talmud, and the New Testament: Elijah Zvi Soloveitchik's Commentary to the New Testament (University of Pennsylvania Press, 2019), Meir Kahane: The Public Life and Political Thought of an American Jewish Radical (Princeton University Press, 2021); and The Necessity of Exile: Essays from a Distance (New York: Ayin Press, 2023). His present book project is Zionism as Anti-Messianism: The Political Theology of Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar. He is an elected member of the American Academy for Jewish Research and the American Society for the Study of Religion and is the rabbi of the Fire Island Synagogue. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-German Occultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. 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