History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast
JLEHistory 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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 173 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityHistoryJudaism | |||
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During the 13th century, Europe was controlled by a militant church, and France was ruled by Louis IX - a bitter enemy of the Jews.
All copies of the Talmud were seized and four Baalei Tosfos were interrogated in public.
How did Jewry recover from ... more
In 1263 the Ramban was forced to attend a public Disputation and defend the truths of the Talmud against attacks by the Dominicans, who were led by an apostate Jew.
The Ramban would be exiled from Spain as a result and settle in Eretz Yisrael where... more
By the 13th century, Spain was becoming a more uncomfortable place for Jews, partly due to communal structure. Ramban will engage in dampening the flames of controversy both about the Rambam and regarding power and authority. But he will face strong... more
Many Jews were reluctant first-hand witnesses to Nazi cruelty and suffering.
For many Hungarian survivors, often deliberately misled about the truth of Auschwitz's existence, betrayal only added to their pain. Risa Shayowitz - aged a young 95 yea... more
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- 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.
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Amazing project, thank you
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Australia2 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 Podcasts5YaakovUnited States6 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 Podcasts5jenniferajackmanAustralia7 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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Focused on the rich and complex tapestry of Jewish history, content spans 2,000 years, addressing pivotal events, influential figures, and cultural heritage. Key themes include significant historical moments like the Holocaust, the experiences of Jews across various cities like Jerusalem, Paris, and New York, and the contributions of notable figures such as Maimonides and Ramchal. The dynamic discussions are enriched by a blend of historical narratives and contemporary implications, producing a unique lens through which listeners can understand Jewish identity today. The podcast also tackles challenging topics such as anti-Semitism and the moral dilemmas faced by Jewish communities throughout history, making it particularly relevant for lis... more
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2. Dr. Edith Eger
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5. Effie Klein
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