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Chutzpod!

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Chutzpod! is a frank and wide-ranging conversation on how to build a good life, using real-life quandaries and millennia-old Jewish wisdom. Each week, Rabbi Shira Stutman and journalist Hanna Rosin bring a Jewish lens to life's toughest questions, asked by our listeners: Do I offer forgiveness to a friend who refuses to apologize? Am I right to be annoyed at all the service dogs on the plane with ... more

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Latest Episodes

An all alien round-up episode!  You asked, and we answered:

Are aliens kosher? Are angels aliens? And does a belief in extra-terrestrial life strengthen Jewish faith or cause a crisis? 

Rabbi Shira and Hanna talk about the boundless ways Judaism ca... more

As we mourn the lives lost on and after the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7th, 2023, Rabbi Shira and Hanna discuss a problem common for many American Jews this election season: Should you support a candidate who aligns with your values on most ev... more

Fun fact: Rabbi Shira is not only a rabbi, she’s also a therapist! So she’s uniquely equipped to answer this week’s listener question: When should you seek counseling from a rabbi and when should you see a therapist?

Shira and Hanna debate the merit... more

🎶No graduation day for you 🎶

As Hebrew Schools around the country supply their students with lulavs and etrogs for the upcoming Sukkot holiday, Rabbi Shira and Hanna talk about all things religious education. What’s the goal? Is it working? Is Heb... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Lemann
Writer at The New Yorker; Dean Emeritus at Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
The New Yorker / Columbia University
Episode: Jewish Advice for the Election on the Anniversary of October 7th
Rebecca Rosenthal
Senior Director of Youth and Family Education at Central Synagogue
Central Synagogue
Episode: Hebrew School Dropout
Eric Cohen
President and CEO of Tikvah; founder/editor at The New Atlantis; publisher of Mosaic
Tikvah / The New Atlantis / Mosaic
Episode: The Long Arc: 250 Years of Jews and America
Sharon Brous
Senior and founding rabbi of IKAR in Los Angeles; author
IKAR
Episode: The Long Arc: 250 Years of Jews and America
Miriam Rosen
Mother of the host, invited guest who shares family stories about mezuzot and superstition
Private individual
Episode: Bubbemeises
Rabbi Sue Reinhold
Rabbi who runs Torah of Recovery, supports people in recovery from substance addiction
Torah of Recovery
Episode: A Sober Seder
Jericho Vincent
Founding rabbi of the Temple of the Stranger, Brooklyn
Temple of the Stranger
Episode: Can’t We Just Have a Happy Passover?
Lily Solochek
Trans rabbi at The Liberal Jewish Synagogue, London
The Liberal Jewish Synagogue (London)
Episode: Hey A**hole
Rabbi Zac Kamenetz
Berkeley-based rabbi, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapeutic care advocate
Shefa (CEO)
Episode: The Psychedelic Experience...on Purim

Hosts

Shira Stutman
Rabbi; co-host providing leadership, commentary, and direction of conversation
Hanna Rosin
Journalist; co-host offering perspective, questions, and synthesis with guests

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 772 ratings
  • This was exactly spot on... I need to share this with our temple leadership!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    eves_eden
    a year ago
  • Favorite podcast!

    This is my favorite Jewish podcast! Rabbi Shira and Hana are excellent hosts who complement each other, with Shira providing excellent Torah commentary (the breadth and depth of her knowledge of Jewish texts is amazing!) and Hana contributing a boots-on-the-ground perspective. They select letters on a broad range of subjects, and I have learned so much about how Judaism views contemporary life through the eyes of these inquisitive, knowledgeable, and compassionate women. Who, BTW, clearly enjoy ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reader8591
    United Statesa year ago
  • It's pretty good, and it's free!

    Excellent content, thoughtful discussions. I love both of the hosts and they have amazing rapport and chemistry. I'm so glad I found this online community.

    Update: As a linguist, I'm here for the uvular fricative!

    I was sad to see Josh go, but I'm extremely happy both with the new format and the rapport that Hanna and Rabbi Shira have. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ramon, in the south
    United States2 years ago
  • It's pretty good, and it's free!

    Excellent content, thoughtful discussions. I love both of the hosts and they have amazing rapport and chemistry. I'm so glad I found this online community.

    Update: I was sad to see Josh go, but I'm extremely happy both with the new format and the rapport that Hanna and Rabbi Shira have. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ramon, in the south
    United States2 years ago
  • Great spiritual insight

    I just love this podcast. Both of these women have such well balanced and reasonable views. They really look at an issue from absolutely all sides and I end each episode feeling more spiritual and satisfied. I wish I knew them in person.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesslacey
    Australia2 years ago

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Hosts have strong chemistry and offer thoughtful, accessible Torah commentary.
Show is frequently described as insightful, uplifting, and applicable to everyday life.
Episodes blend humor with deep discussion and practical takeaways.
Listener letters and Q&A format receive praise for relevance and engagement.
Some listeners miss earlier formats or co-hosts but many appreciate the new dynamic and topics.

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Jewish Advice for the Election on the Anniversary of October 7th
Q: Is voting a mandatory obligation for Jews in America, even in a difficult political climate?
Jewish law strongly encourages voting as a civic duty, even if it is not a universal obligation; the important point is not to abstain due to difficulty, but to engage thoughtfully and cast a vote reflecting one's values.
Jewish Advice for the Election on the Anniversary of October 7th
Q: What should Frank do in the political moment given his internal conflict between Zionist loyalties and American democratic concerns?
Frank should evaluate his priorities with a values-based, quantitative approach (issues listed with weights), acknowledge that all candidates have imperfect positions, and vote in a way that best aligns with the overall set of priorities, including Jewish safety, civil rights, and democratic participation.
The Long Arc: 250 Years of Jews and America
Q: Does America still want what we're doing, and who gets to decide that in the 250th year of the American experiment?
The hosts propose that America needs to remain a multiracial democracy with a strong civil society, and that Jewish wisdom can help renew the social fabric while acknowledging current risks to democracy.
Hey A**hole
Q: If Ben asked for guidance on his apology letter, what would you advise?
Avoid framing the apology around the harmed party's experience as a leverage point; focus on sincere responsibility, a direct acknowledgment of harm, and a concrete plan for repair without promising future missteps.
Hey A**hole
Q: Before we get into it, how does this drama rate compared to typical synagogue drama?
Lily and the hosts suggest it's a middle-range scenario, with real stakes but common patterns like escalation and withdrawal; the emphasis is on mediation, repair, and a compassionate approach rather than punitive measures.

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Chutzpod! offers frank, wide-ranging conversations that blend real-life dilemmas with millennia-old Jewish wisdom to explore how to live a meaningful life. Typical episodes tackle ethics, community, inclusion, ritual practice, and contemporary dilemmas through a Jewish lens, often featuring listener letters and guests from rabbinate, journalism, therapy, and advocacy. The show stands out for its warm banter between two knowledgeable hosts, its willingness to address controversial topics with curiosity, and its ability to translate ancient ideas into practical guidance for modern life.

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1. Nicholas Lemann
2. Rebecca Rosenthal
3. Eric Cohen
4. Sharon Brous
5. Miriam Rosen
6. Rabbi Sue Reinhold
7. Jericho Vincent
8. Lily Solochek

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