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Halacha Headlines

Halacha Headlines
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Halachic Debates of Current Events

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What are the risks and halachic concerns of a mixed gender workplace?

Should conversations be limited to only what’s necessary for work?

Can first names be used?

What if a woman extends her hand to shake hands with a man?

How can couples protect ... more

Most religions teach that only insiders make it to heaven - what does Judaism really say about the eternal fate of righteous non-Jews? 

Can someone like Charlie Kirk merit Gan Eden? 

How do we balance admiration for non-Jews with the Torah’s comman... more

What’s your favorite Devar Torah for the Yamim Noraim?

How can we make our Kabbalos last – and what really works?

What’s the most powerful lesson you’ve learned this past year?

What do you hope to carry forward into the year ahead?

Host: Ari Wass... more

When does chazanus cross into tircha d’tzibburah?

Can a chazan use popular tunes, repeat words, or sing with a choir?

Should a professional chazan be hired for the Yamim Noraim, or is simplicity preferred?

Is chazanus an ideal form of avodas Hashe... more

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Recent Guests

Harry Rothenberg
Partner at Rothenberg Law Firm LLP
Rothenberg Law Firm
Episode: 10/18/25 – Shiur 531 – Men & Women in a Mixed Workplace: What Are the Risks? Can We Stay Separate While Working together? | Plus, Thoughts and Memories in Tribute to Rabbi Moshe Hauer, EVP of the OU
Rabbi Avi Berman
Executive Director of the OU in Israel
Orthodox Union
Episode: 10/18/25 – Shiur 531 – Men & Women in a Mixed Workplace: What Are the Risks? Can We Stay Separate While Working together? | Plus, Thoughts and Memories in Tribute to Rabbi Moshe Hauer, EVP of the OU
Rabbi Chaim Gottesman
Rabbi and teacher at Neveh in Yushalayim
Episode: 10/18/25 – Shiur 531 – Men & Women in a Mixed Workplace: What Are the Risks? Can We Stay Separate While Working together? | Plus, Thoughts and Memories in Tribute to Rabbi Moshe Hauer, EVP of the OU
Rebbetzin Slovie Wolff
Teacher, author, and lecturer with a focus on relationships and parenting.
Hineni Couples
Episode: 9/20/25 – Shiur 529 – Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Special: Making 5786 into “The Year”
Rabbi Michal Frank
Mora da'asr of Kielas Or HaTorah in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Kielas Or HaTorah
Episode: 9/20/25 – Shiur 529 – Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Special: Making 5786 into “The Year”
Rabbi Binyomin Wolff
Rabbi at Aish HaTorah and Shapells.
Aish HaTorah
Episode: 9/20/25 – Shiur 529 – Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Special: Making 5786 into “The Year”
Rabbi Gavriel Friedman
Popular rabbi and lecturer in Jerusalem.
Aish HaTorah
Episode: 9/20/25 – Shiur 529 – Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Special: Making 5786 into “The Year”
Mrs. Michal Horowitz
Teacher and lecturer for various Jewish educational initiatives.
OU Women's Initiative
Episode: 9/20/25 – Shiur 529 – Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Special: Making 5786 into “The Year”
Rabbi Aron Moss
Rabbi of the Nefesh Community in Sydney, Australia, and author.
Nefesh Community
Episode: 9/20/25 – Shiur 529 – Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Special: Making 5786 into “The Year”

Hosts

David Lichtenstein
Host leading discussions on Halachic views and contemporary issues. Regular contributor to episodes focusing on ethical dilemmas and spiritual guidance.
Ari Wasserman
Co-host and contributor known for engaging discussions around community issues and Halachic applications. Provides numerous perspectives on current events and religious thought.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 881 ratings
  • Click bait

    When you try to cover a topic ask people who are actually a authority on it not anyone who would go on your show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Use your brain all day
    United States5 months ago
  • Amazing podcast.

    Great content, but please invest in studio worthy mikes!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Haim12394
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing clarity

    Love the shiurim! Long time listener! Always coming with clear halacha sources. Never afraid to take on hot button issues! Very interesting someone would leave a negative review because he disagrees with a show. Zionism is a very gray area. At best it’s a agadditah gemarah, as clearly explained in the show with world class talmidey chachamim. Very suprised somone would be עובר the issue of לשון הרע that is אסור מדאורייתא because of his opinion in a very gray area.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mecakesh613
    United States2 years ago
  • He means well

    Terrible shiur on Zionism #דעת בעל הבית הפך דעת תורה

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    gotta love marc
    United States2 years ago
  • Don’t knock Gedolim (even from Baltimore)

    I appreciate your open minded discussions and enjoy the content, but making light of Gedolim and using Baltimore as an excuse is low and unnecessary.

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    3
    Reviewer-N
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Positive feedback often notes the open-mindedness of discussions, addressing controversial subjects relevant to the community.
Sound quality improvements are suggested, but overall, the informative nature of episodes is highly valued.
Critics mention occasional concerns about guest selection and perspectives, suggesting a desire for more diverse viewpoints.
Many reviews highlight the quality of the content and the clarity in presenting complex topics, making it both educational and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions on Halachic principles and how they apply to modern issues.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

9/26/25 – Shiur 530 – Is Charlie Kirk in Gan Eden? Who really gets in? | How do we navigate the Issur of לא תחנם?
Q: How do we deal with the Halacha question about speaking admirably of someone like Charlie Kirk?
Rabbi Goldberg discusses the Halacha stating that if a non-Jew is not genuinely an Ovid Avodah Zorah, then speaking positively is allowed and may even be commendable.
8/16/25 – Shiur 524 – Steal with a Click? The Halachic Ethics of Downloading Music, Seforim, and Media without authorization
Q: What does Halacha say about downloading media that is available for free?
The concern is about whether such actions infringe on copyright and respect for intellectual property.
8/16/25 – Shiur 524 – Steal with a Click? The Halachic Ethics of Downloading Music, Seforim, and Media without authorization
Q: If I download music or software without permission, am I stealing?
It depends on whether the usage is for personal benefit and if it harms the creator's potential income.
8/30/25 – Shiur 526 – The “Epstein Files” – Do we have the right to know if someone is a threat to our community —whether a pedophile, abuser, or swindler?
Q: What happens when abuse is covered up, even if it's just initially covered up?
When abuse is covered up, victims are re-traumatized, their pain is exacerbated, and they often feel unsupported and alone, leading to further trauma.
8/30/25 – Shiur 526 – The “Epstein Files” – Do we have the right to know if someone is a threat to our community —whether a pedophile, abuser, or swindler?
Q: Were there people initially who denied, and maybe still deny, that Mrs. Leifer did anything wrong when the news hit?
Yes, there were denials both then and still today from some in the community who find it difficult to believe that there are female perpetrators.

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This podcast presents a unique exploration of contemporary issues through the lens of Halacha, featuring diverse discussions with distinguished guests who possess expertise across various fields. Key themes include moral responsibility within the community, ethical implications of business practices, and the intersection of Jewish law with modern dilemmas. Notably, the episodes often tackle controversial subjects that challenge listeners to consider the role of Halachic principles in everyday decisions, fostering educated dialogue about relevant sociocultural topics facing the Jewish community today. Potential listeners interested in the nuances of Jewish law as they pertain to real-world scenarios are likely to find this content particular... more

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Recent guests on Halacha Headlines include:

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2. Rabbi Avi Berman
3. Rabbi Chaim Gottesman
4. Rebbetzin Slovie Wolff
5. Rabbi Michal Frank
6. Rabbi Binyomin Wolff
7. Rabbi Gavriel Friedman
8. Mrs. Michal Horowitz

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