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In this episode, Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin and Nachi Weinstein discuss Jewish history, reading, publishing, podcasting, and the ideas behind Bashevkin’s book I Read This Over Shabbos.

They explore how accessible writing and serious historical study can ... more

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Today, we're sharing one of our episodes from our new program Talmud Daily, featuring our dear friend Liel Leibovitz.

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This series is sponsored by Mira and Daniel Stokar.

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Rabbi YY Jacobson, one of the foremost online teachers of Torah, about how each of us can experience redemptive consciousness by feeling Hashem's ... more

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This series is sponsored by Mira and Daniel Stokar.

Join Talmud Daily! A new free program from 18Forty. Ten-minute episodes a day (video + audio). Plain English. No prior knowledge assumed. No Hebrew required. Join here: Talmuddaily.org

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Nachi Bashevkin
Founder/Host of 18Forty and 18Forty Podcast
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Episode: Seforim Chatter x 18Forty: How Jewish History Changes the Way We Learn Torah
Liel Leibovitz
Editor at Tablet Magazine, Jewish thinker
Tablet Magazine
Episode: Liel Leibovitz: Why the Talmud Is So Hard To Love—and Worth Loving
YY Jacobson
Rabbi YY Jacobson, guest discussing his personal transformation and spiritual work
Rabbi YY Jacobson, Organizational role not specified
Episode: YY Jacobson: The Teshuva of Coming Back to Yourself
Etan Epstein
Founder of The 300 Club
The 300 Club
Episode: Etan Epstein: New Journeys in Torah Learning
Richard Weissberg
Broadcaster who joined The 300 Club
The 300 Club
Episode: Etan Epstein: New Journeys in Torah Learning
Susan Sorosky
The 300 Club member and convert
18Forty audience member
Episode: Etan Epstein: New Journeys in Torah Learning
Tanya Friedlander
Wife of a man with Parkinson's disease; storyteller of her Teshuva journey
Private individual
Episode: Tania Friedlander: Teshuva and Becoming Capable of More
Yael de Toledo
Guest, building community in Israel
Pnima Jerusalem
Episode: Ben and Yael de Toledo: Baalei Teshuva Building Community in Israel
Ben de Toledo
Guest, building community in Israel
Pnima Jerusalem
Episode: Ben and Yael de Toledo: Baalei Teshuva Building Community in Israel

Host

David Bashevkin
Rabbi, author, and host of the show; central figure guiding discussions on Jewish thought and modern life.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Superstar

    Never standing still. Program continues to evolve and improve.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoomer07666
    United Statesa month ago
  • Zevi

    Samet

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gedalya89
    United States4 months ago
  • Consistently remarkable

    David Bashevkin casts a wide net in exploring the Jewish world with a deep commitment to openness and authenticity. I am constantly amazed and gratified and learn so much from him and his wonderful guests. A must listen for anyone who wants to understand Judaism and Jews in contemporary society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJTorahFan
    United States5 months ago
  • I'm quite disappointed that 18Forty chose to elevate a voice who called human beings she disagreed with "worthless biotrash".

    Podcast Addict
    1
    DaBunny
    5 months ago
  • Awesome but ….chatty

    Conversations are critical, and important, and well thought out. R’ Baveshkin does a fantastic job, great guests, important topics etc. My one call out .. R’ Baveshkin, all due respect, talks waaaay too much. Let the convo flow!

    Apple Podcasts
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    clyde frazier
    United States9 months ago

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Guests are well-chosen and discussions are thought-provoking, with respectful dialogue.
Some listeners wish for a more flowing conversational style and less Q&A rigidity.
Listeners praise depth and openness across diverse Jewish perspectives.
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Liel Leibovitz: Why the Talmud Is So Hard To Love—and Worth Loving
Q: How would you explain what the Talmud is to somebody who has never engaged with it before?
Liel leans on the idea that the Talmud is not a book but a drifting net for catching God, inviting beginners to start at the beginning and engage with the questions rather than chase simple answers.
Liel Leibovitz: Why the Talmud Is So Hard To Love—and Worth Loving
Q: Who do you consider your primary teacher of Talmud?
David Bershevkin is cited as the primary teacher in the exchange.
YY Jacobson: The Teshuva of Coming Back to Yourself
Q: How has your relationship with feedback and criticism changed as you've embraced this embodied Teshuva?
I've learned to detach my self-worth from external validation, recognizing that true fulfillment comes from channeling Hashem's energy rather than seeking a crowd's praise; this shifts how I handle criticism and how I teach.
YY Jacobson: The Teshuva of Coming Back to Yourself
Q: Why did you choose to start talking about this publicly now?
There are layers of truth, including personal experiences of anxiety and a need to model authentic transformation for others. The shift toward vulnerability came from a desire to teach viscerally and to connect through heart space rather than just ideas.
Tania Friedlander: Teshuva and Becoming Capable of More
Q: How did your family react to your transformation, given your father's history and their expectations?
She describes herself as the black sheep but notes her family's support through love and a desire to see her grow, with her father not fully understanding the journey until later, and her mother prioritizing education and her children's development.

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Two long-running conversations explore Jewish thought, spirituality, and modern life through interviews with scholars, rabbis, and community leaders. Topics range from science and faith to mysticism, history, intergenerational family dynamics, and community leadership, often weaving personal narratives with practical guidance for living a meaningful Jewish life. The format tends to mix philosophical inquiry with actionable insights, and guests frequently bring expertise in education, mediation, or public Jewish life, creating a thoughtful space for tough questions and diverse perspectives without shying away from controversy.

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