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Halachic Debates of Current Events

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	75	Founded	10 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	EducationJudaismReligion & Spirituality

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Latest Episodes

1/17/26 – Shiur 544 – Breaking the Phone Habit – From Compulsion to Conscious Use

• Can a cellphone be used in shul for non-tefillah purposes?

• Does mindless scrolling on a phone constitute an issur of bitul zman?

• Is it preferable to daven from a physical siddur rather than from a phone?

• How do our phones affect our relati... more

15 Jan 2026 • 1 hr 23 min

1/10/26 – Shiur 543 – How can you know an abuser (or other criminal) is no longer a threat? Is there a mitzvah of “Pidyon Shvuyim” to get a Jew out of jail when he was convicted of a crime?

Is it possible to determine that an abuser is no longer a risk? What’s the success rate of treating serious abusers?

Why do community leaders sometimes advocate for the early release of an abuser?

How does halacha view cases where a Jewish prisoner... more

9 Jan 2026 • 2 hrs 16 min

1/3/26 – Shiur 542 – Are you taking medication? Are you seeing a therapist? These are Seminary Application questions

Why are they asking?

Is it legal?

May you lie?

How’s it affecting High School girls?

with Rabbi Zecharya Greenwald – Dean of Me’ohr Bais Yaakov Seminary – 13:17

with Mindy Blumenfeld – Renowned Therapist, lecturer and author – 35:36

with Dayan ... more

2 Jan 2026 • 1 hr 34 min

12/27/25 – Shiur 541 – Are sheitels only b’deieved?

Why do married women cover their hair?

Is a tichel preferable to a sheitel?

Why do some women shave their heads after marriage?

Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised and expanded book Making it Work, on workplace challenges a... more

26 Dec 2025 • 1 hr 46 min

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Recent Guests

Noach Levin

Former Google contractor and digital media expert

Intentionally Wired

Episode: 1/17/26 – Shiur 544 – Breaking the Phone Habit – From Compulsion to Conscious Use

Dr. Gavriel Fagin

Director of Tikunim Counseling Services, specializes in evaluating and treating individuals accused of sexual misconduct.

Tikunim Counseling Services

Episode: 1/10/26 – Shiur 543 – How can you know an abuser (or other criminal) is no longer a threat? Is there a mitzvah of “Pidyon Shvuyim” to get a Jew out of jail when he was convicted of a crime?

Rabbi Yonah Reiss

Av Bais Din of the CRC in Chicago, involved in cases dealing with sexual abuse issues.

CRC

Nicole Meyer

Victim and advocate against abuse, survivor of Malka Leifer's abuse.

Rabbi Chaim Aryeh Zev Ginzberg

Rav of the Chovetz Chaim Torah Center in Peterhurst

Episode: 12/19/25 – Shiur 540 – “Leil Shishi” & Friday “To’ameha” – Do they enhance Shabbos or detract from it?

Rabbi Dovid Goldwasser

Rav of Khal Bais Yitzchok in Brooklyn and author

Episode: 12/19/25 – Shiur 540 – “Leil Shishi” & Friday “To’ameha” – Do they enhance Shabbos or detract from it?

Mrs. Elisheva Liss

Licensed marriage and family therapist

Episode: 12/19/25 – Shiur 540 – “Leil Shishi” & Friday “To’ameha” – Do they enhance Shabbos or detract from it?

Professor Benjamin Brown

Professor at Hebrew University and an expert on contemporary Charedi society

Hebrew University

Episode: 12/5/25 – Shiur 538 – Ponevezh Yeshiva: Understanding the Machlokes and is it finally over?

Rabbi Dayan Shlomo Cohen

Dayan and author of Pure Money, knowledgeable on Halachic ownership and Jewish monetary law.

Ahavas Yisrael Shul

Episode: 12/5/25 – Shiur 538 – Ponevezh Yeshiva: Understanding the Machlokes and is it finally over?

Hosts

Ari Wasserman

Host known for exploring contemporary issues within the framework of Jewish law, engaging with experts and community leaders.

David Lichtenstein

Co-host and commentator with a focus on ethical discussions and contemporary Jewish life, frequently addressing the role of halacha in daily situations.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 883 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
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Use your brain all day
United States7 months ago
Amazing podcast.
Great content, but please invest in studio worthy mikes!
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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.
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mecakesh613
United States2 years ago
He means well
Terrible shiur on Zionism #דעת בעל הבית הפך דעת תורה
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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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12/13/25 – Shiur 539 – Narco Terrorist being blown out of the water – How does the Torah view it ? | The fascinating saga of the Bochurim in Japan | Dealing with suicide in our community

Q: I'm saying giving young people alcohol where they could.

If they're dangerous to the public, then yes.

12/13/25 – Shiur 539 – Narco Terrorist being blown out of the water – How does the Torah view it ? | The fascinating saga of the Bochurim in Japan | Dealing with suicide in our community

Q: In the United States right now, it's sort of a theoretical question. The government is bombing boats that they believe are smuggling drugs into the country. And I want to know, Halacha, were drugs smuggler have been of a rightist?

Even if there's a rightist, you have to use the other method. For example, shoot him in the leg.

11/29/25 – Shiur 537 – Sacred Roles, Serious Risks: When Rabbis, Male Therapists, and Kiruv Professionals Work With Women

Q: What should a rabbi do if they notice boundary violations or feel uncomfortable in a situation?

They should trust their instincts, recognize warning signs, and seek guidance from a mentor or rabbi to navigate the situation responsibly.

11/29/25 – Shiur 537 – Sacred Roles, Serious Risks: When Rabbis, Male Therapists, and Kiruv Professionals Work With Women

Q: What best practices should be in place to maintain boundaries?

Best practices include avoiding private settings, maintaining professional decorum, and ensuring clear communication boundaries.

11/29/25 – Shiur 537 – Sacred Roles, Serious Risks: When Rabbis, Male Therapists, and Kiruv Professionals Work With Women

Q: What are the risks involved when a rabbi interacts with someone of the opposite gender?

The risks include creating emotional connections that could lead to boundary violations, especially in intimate discussions.

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Focused on the intersection of traditional Jewish law and contemporary issues, this podcast explores various halachic debates relevant to today's society. Episodes cover a diverse range of topics, from the ethical implications of online dating and bullying to the complexities surrounding gender roles and participation in the Israel Defense Forces among Haredi Jews. By featuring knowledgeable guests including rabbis, educators, and experts, the discussions are rich in insight, examining both the practical and spiritual aspects of living in accordance with Jewish values in the modern world.

Unique for its emphasis on addressing often contentious and taboo subjects, this podcast strives to provide clarity on challenging issues while fostering... more

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2. Dr. Gavriel Fagin
3. Rabbi Yonah Reiss
4. Nicole Meyer
5. Rabbi Chaim Aryeh Zev Ginzberg
6. Rabbi Dovid Goldwasser
7. Mrs. Elisheva Liss
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