Chutzpod!
Chutzpod!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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 158 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityJudaism | |||
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In our Season 7 finale, Hanna again poses as a yeshiva bocher. Shira takes her through a very special double Torah portion: Achrei Mot-Kedoshim Leviticus 16:1–20:27. She talks about why Leviticus is such a grab bag of rules and laws with seemingly no... more
What does Judaism say about accepting “dirty” money? A listener has been watching the online debate about how her alma mater should handle money from a prominent donor associated with Jeffery Epstein. She asks how does Jewish tradition handle this mo... more
Is covering your mirrors during shiva a superstition or Jewish law? What about breaking the glass at a wedding? Tashlich?
Rabbi Shira and Hanna discuss the ideas of Jewish luck and bad luck and where they fit into law and tradition. And they welcom... more
Is it Kosher to question Kashrut?
A listener writes, “Why do Jews have Kosher rules? And how would you suggest a previously unobservant Jew approach Kashrut, if at all?”
Rabbi Shira admits that teaching the laws of kashrut is one of the hardest thi... more
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This was exactly spot on... I need to share this with our temple leadership!
Podcast Addict59 months agoeves_eden- 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 Podcasts5Reader8591
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 Podcasts5Ramon, in the southUnited 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: 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 Podcasts5Ramon, in the southUnited 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 Podcasts5Jesslacey
Australia2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #71 | United States/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #107 |  United Kingdom/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #45 | Australia/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #107 |  Germany/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #159 |  France/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  Brazil/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
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A candid, pragmatic exploration of living a meaningful life through a Jewish lens. Conversations center on real-life dilemmas—from personal relationships and moral accountability to inclusivity, spirituality, and modern ethics—anchored by two knowledgeable, warm hosts who blend Torah study with practical guidance. Regular guests expand the conversation with rabbinic, academic, and community perspectives, making topics accessible to people of all faiths or none. The show stands out for its balance of intellectual rigor, humor, and compassionate, actionable insights on everyday life and broader societal issues.
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Chutzpod! launched 5 years ago and published 158 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Chutzpod! include:
1. Miriam Rosen
2. Rabbi Sue Reinhold
3. Jericho Vincent
4. Lily Solochek
5. Rabbi Zac Kamenetz
6. Sarah Hurwitz
7. Jake Cohen
8. Jake Saldana
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