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18Forty Podcast

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Mendel Horowitz
Psychotherapist in Israel who leads individual and group work
Independent psychotherapist
Episode: Mendel Horowitz: A Good Enough Elul
Berel Epstein
Author of Emunah and Physics, A Jewish Resolve
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (Laser physics/defense research)
Episode: Berel Leib Epstein: Why Be a Believer?
Shalom Rosner
Rabbi, ruv of his community, notable Torah teacher and speaker
Rabbi Shalom Rosner (Beit Shemesh, Israel)
Episode: Shalom Rosner and Sara Zimbalist: Loss, Faith, and Gratitude
Sara Zimbalist
Mother of Eliyahu Moshe Zimbalist, who was killed in war
Family of Eliyahu Moshe Zimbalist
Episode: Shalom Rosner and Sara Zimbalist: Loss, Faith, and Gratitude
Carmi Schwartz
Former head of the Council of Jewish Federations (now Jewish Federations of North America) and longtime communal leader
Council of Jewish Federations / Jewish Federations of North America
Episode: Carmi Schwartz: The Road That Got Us Here [American Jewish History 4/4]
Jenna Weissman Joselit
Professor of American Jewish History and Material Culture
George Washington University
Episode: Jenna Weissman Joselit: Being Jewish in America [American Jewish History 3/4]
Zev Eleff
Professor and President, Gratz College; noted historian of American Judaism
Gratz College
Episode: Zev Eleff: 250 Years of American Judaism [American Jewish History 2/4]
Elana Moskowitz
Sister of the host; MMY instructor, Mishpacha writer
MMY, Mishpacha magazine
Episode: Elana Moskowitz: In Appreciation of My American Jewish Childhood [American Jewish History 1/4]
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs
Senior Rabbi, Congregation Beth Aaron; panelist advocating curtailment
Congregation Beth Aaron
Episode: Finance Debate: Larry Rothwachs and Leslie Ginsparg Klein

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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
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    gedalya89
    United States2 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.

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    5
    NJTorahFan
    United States3 months ago
  • I'm quite disappointed that 18Forty chose to elevate a voice who called human beings she disagreed with "worthless biotrash".

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    DaBunny
    4 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!

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    clyde frazier
    United States8 months ago
  • Inspirational and informative

    If you’re looking for a lifeline to Judaism, to form a connection with the religion or understanding it or seeing it through the perspective of some of the great leaders of our times and the past, I highly recommend you listen to this podcast it’s presented in a very easy to digest format with no intention of persuading you of anything, but just sharing some of the beauty that we have in Judaism.

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    Realtyrus
    United States8 months ago

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Guests are well-chosen and discussions are thought-provoking, with respectful dialogue.
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Audience notes the show as a meaningful resource for Jewish life and learning.

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Mendel Horowitz: A Good Enough Elul
Q: How do you handle the tension between wanting to be the 'knower' and practicing humility as a therapist?
The goal is to resist being the knower, cultivate space for clients to discover themselves, and use silence and non-directive approaches to empower clients to choose their own path.
Mendel Horowitz: A Good Enough Elul
Q: What is the core idea behind 'The Good Enough Elul'?
The concept extends Winnicott's idea of the good-enough mother to Elul, suggesting that growth can be meaningful and sustainable even if it is not perfect, leaving room for uncertainty and ongoing development.
Mendel Horowitz: A Good Enough Elul
Q: Why do you think there should be a boundary between religious guidance and psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy offers a framework that is generated by the individual sitting with the therapist, focusing on inner awareness and uncertainty rather than prescriptive guidance, and can complement religious life without replacing it.
Berel Leib Epstein: Why Be a Believer?
Q: What first prompted you to examine faith more closely?
Epstein describes a gradual awakening, seeing that a life without guidance tended to lead to confusion, and the need for a coherent framework that could withstand modern scientific scrutiny.
Shalom Rosner and Sara Zimbalist: Loss, Faith, and Gratitude
Q: How do you balance the personal loss with the national narrative in the aftermath of October 7?
Rosner emphasizes keeping a national perspective while attending to the family's needs, using Torah-guided leadership to provide a broader, constructive takeaway rather than dwelling solely on pain.

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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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