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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast

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Jewish History
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Gaza War
Sir Moses Montefiore
Rabbi Abraham Ibn Ezra
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International Court Of Justice
Russian Empire
Avram Firkovich
Shlomo Molcho
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History for the Curious The most talked-about Jewish History Podcast History for the Curious features the dynamic historian and famous tour guide & lecturer: Rabbi Aubrey Hersh, live from the JLE in London, hosted by myself: Mena Reisner Join us as we cross continents, sail through the centuries, tracing lives, uncovering events and following epic journeys, to reveal the untold stories, the scanda... more

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Henry VIII went searching for them and English literature betrays a fascination with them. From Shakespe... more

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Rabbi Zev Leff
Experienced rabbi and scholar
Episode: #176: Yishmael vs Yisrael X: Echoes of Conflict - feat. Rabbi Zev Leff & Lord David Wolfson
Rav Meir Arik
A prominent rabbi and scholar from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, known for his halachic rulings and influential texts.
Episode: #174: Disputations II - 1263-1414 / Rav Meir Arik 100th Yarzeit
Rabbi Dr Akiva Tatz
Famous doctor and notable teacher
Episode: #172: Ramban II - The Church & Eretz Yisrael (feat. Rabbi Dr Akiva Tatz)
R Shmuli Levison
Avid fan of the podcast and knowledgeable fellow writing a safer on the Ramban.
Episode: #171: Ramban I - The Early Conflicts (1194-1270)
Dr. Edith Eger
Holocaust survivor and psychologist who has authored several books and appeared on major media outlets.
Episode: #169: Holocaust Shadows III - The Survivor
Douglas Murray
Internationally renowned author and speaker.
Episode: #161 - Mavericks II : Villains & Heroes
Trevor Asserson
One of the UK's leading litigation solicitors and founding partner of Asserson, Israel's largest international law firm.
Asserson
Episode: #147 - The BBC: Biased Broadcasting Corporation - The Insiders View feat. Trevor Asserson
Effie Klein
Founder and co-director of KMP Solutions, involved in the community and well-known speaker.
KMP Solutions
Episode: #146 - Vienna I -19th Century: Friends or Enemies?
Dayan Y. Posen
A highly respected Dayan at the Achiezer Federation Basin with almost 20 years of experience.
Achiezer Federation
Episode: #135 - Understanding Halacha, History & Change: Taking Interest on a Loan (feat. Dayan Y. Posen)

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Mena Reisner
Host of the podcast with a focus on Jewish historical narratives, exploring significant events and figures.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 859 ratings
  • Cheryl

    I recently discovered this podcast and enjoy it immensely. The rabbi’s knowledge is so vast and he is an excellent explainer. Thank you and I look forward to continuing to listen to your pearls of knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheryl73!
    United States4 months ago
  • Amazing

    Amazing project, thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1966NL
    Australia5 months ago
  • I’m Addicted

    The only good thing about discovering this podcast several years after its inception is that I have a wealth of knowledge to glean from all of the existing shows. This is just a wonderful podcast! Thank you for such quality shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yaakov
    United States9 months ago
  • Exceptionally important work

    Thank you for the well researched work you are doing in all areas of Jewish history, but in these dark days of rising antisemitism and the blatant anti-Israel bias in formerly trustworthy news agencies, like the BBC and organisations like the UN, you are needed more than ever as a balanced source of information and as an informed critic, sounding alarm bells for all of western society. My gratitude from Australia.

    Apple Podcasts
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    jenniferajackman
    Australia10 months ago
  • Not once do these Zionist apologists mention the lives, aspirations or humanity of Palestinians. They distract and dissemble with irrelevant examples from a Zionist interpretation of the Torah to blame the goyim for every antisemitic occurrence. They create, with their fear, envy and hatred of nonjews, a doppelganger of themselves. Like the classical antisemite that projects their internal disgust with themselves onto the Jews in order to absolve themselves from thepersonal responsibility.

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    Harold N.
    a year ago

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The dynamic dialogue between the hosts and guests is frequently praised for making complex historical topics accessible and relatable.
Many reviews highlight a sense of cultural pride and a desire to further understand Jewish identity through historical context.
There are mentions of listeners awaiting new episodes eagerly, indicating a strong following and ongoing interest in the content provided.
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#175: David Friedman - The Ambassador Who Reshaped the Middle East
Q: And now two millennia later, here we are. We're sitting with someone who's played such a central role in strengthening Israel and shaping our modern Jewish story.
It's essential to our future, not just so we don't make mistakes, but because we see the hand of God over our history, which strengthens our identity.
#175: David Friedman - The Ambassador Who Reshaped the Middle East
Q: David, I know that you're a fan of history yourself. Why do you think Jewish history is so vital to study and understand?
Understanding Jewish history is crucial to validating our existence today; it allows us to see our continuous role in the world and to learn from our past mistakes while recognizing the divine continuum of our story.
#171: Ramban I - The Early Conflicts (1194-1270)
Q: How would you define his style in the commentary? And how does he interact with those who came before him?
He writes Perisher and Bandit. It's two-pronged, one is for giving Pshat, explaining the basic meaning of the Pshukim.
#171: Ramban I - The Early Conflicts (1194-1270)
Q: Can you give us a sense of the others forum he wrote?
The Ramban was one of the most prolific writers in the history of Clarezron. He literally touched on absolutely every subject in Torah.
#154 - The Russian Empire II – Persecution, Heroism & Informers
Q: Why were rabbis exempted?
We'll come back to this. But what it means is that the czar's conscription plan turned the khal into police dogs tracking down recruits.

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What is History for the Curious about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the depth of Jewish history over the course of two millennia, this series highlights significant yet often overlooked events and figures that have shaped Jewish identity and heritage. Topics include the contributions of prominent scholars and leaders, such as Maimonides and Rabbi Nachmanides, and the impact of historical events like the Inquisition and the Holocaust on Jewish communities across the globe. Each episode weaves together engaging storytelling and in-depth analysis, featuring enlightening conversations and insights from experts and hosts, who aim to illuminate the cultural and spiritual implications of the Jewish experience through historical narratives.

Listeners can expect a mix of rich storytelling, scholarly resear... more

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