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Orthodox Conundrum

Scott Kahn
Judaism
Religious Zionism
Anti-Semitism
Jewish Identity
ADHD
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Transfer Ideas
Bob Kahn
Hamas
Orthodox Judaism
AASECT
Trauma
Palestinian Population
Hollywood
October 7
Trauma and Recovery
Prophetic Judaism
Eisav Complex
Sexual Violence
Cultural Wars

The Orthodox Conundrum is a forum in which we look honestly at the Orthodox Jewish community, identifying what works well and what does not, so that, through an honest accounting, we can find solutions that will be successful. We will examine some of the major issues that affect the Orthodox world, without exaggeration, whitewashing, or pretending that they don’t exist. Our hope is that the Orthod... more

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I’m doing something a little different this week. Instead of discussing an issue in the Jewish world, I want to offer some inspirational words about the Seder as we enter the final week before the beginning of Pesach. To that end, I invited several o... more

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We are now less than two weeks away from the night of the Seder, which is almost certainly the most widely practiced example of Jewish education in action. And that raises the issue of how we should define healthy Jewish education in general, and how... more

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This conversation with Rabbi Moshe Taragin presents an introduction to the profound - and profoundly human - religious philosophy of Rav Yehuda Amital zt'l, the founding rosh yeshiva of Yeshivat Har Etzion. Rav Amital's ideas fill a unique niche in t... more

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When hundreds of students enthusiastically sing and dance about dodging the draft, while thousands of others protect those same students by spending more and more time in the IDF because of a manpower shortage... something has gone seriously wrong.

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Recent Guests

Rabbi Moshe Taragin
Rabbi at Yeshivat Har Etzion, author, and educator
Yeshivat Har Etzion
Episode: A Moral Voice for Religious Zionism: The Profound (and Profoundly Human) Thought of Rav Yehuda Amital, with Rabbi Moshe Taragin (243)
Sam Sokol
Political correspondent for The Times of Israel
The Times of Israel
Episode: Chutzpah - and Illegal Activity - in the Service of Dodging the Draft, with Sam Sokol (242)
Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Sinensky
A Jewish thought leader and educator examining balanced judgment and Jewish manhood.
Mainline Classical Academy
Episode: The Mainstreaming of Meir Kahane: A Halachic, Moral, and Theological Mistake, with Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Sinensky (241)
Keshet Starr
Attorney, advocate, writer, and speaker, currently serving as CEO of Shalom Task Force.
Shalom Task Force
Episode: The Abuser’s Tool Box: Domestic Abuse in the Orthodox Community, with Keshet Starr (240)
Dr. Yosefa Fogel Wruble
Teaches Tanakh and Jewish thought, hosts Hazman Gramah podcast exploring Torah ideas
Migdal O's Beit Midrash, Herzog College, Mataan Women's Institute for Torah Study
Episode: The Vanishing Art of Jewish Conversation (and What To Do About It), with Dr. Yosefa Fogel Wruble (239)
Rabbi Jeremy Wieder
Rosh Yeshiva at the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary of Yeshiva University
Yeshiva University
Episode: Religious Jews and Dishonesty: Tax Fraud, Zoning Violations, Downplaying Risk, and More, with Rabbi Jeremy Wieder (238)
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody
Executive Director of Ematai, columnist for the Jerusalem Post, and author of two award-winning books on Jewish ethics and law.
Ematai
Episode: The Ethics of Population Transfers & Prisoner Swaps, Defining "Innocent Civilians," and Other Urgent Ethical Dilemmas, with Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody (237)
Dr. Malka Z. Simkovich
Editor-in-Chief of the Jewish Publication Society and visiting professor at Yeshiva University's Reveille Graduate School for Jewish Studies
Jewish Publication Society
Episode: History Repeating Itself: Diaspora-Israel Tensions in 200 BCE and 2025 CE, with Dr. Malka Z. Simkovich (235)
Dr. Tanya White
Lecturer in Jewish Philosophy at Farylan University and a Senior Lecturer at Matan Women's Institute for Torah Learning, founder of Books and Beyond, The Rabbi Sacks Podcast.
Farylan University
Episode: The Fragility of Jewish Existence Comes to Israel: Applying the Thought of Rabbi Sacks to a Post-October 7th Jewish World, with Dr. Tanya White (234)

Hosts

Scott Kahn
Host providing thoughtful engagement with key topics affecting the Orthodox Jewish community and challenges surrounding contemporary Judaism.
Scott Conn
Co-host and participant in discussions exploring relevant issues within Orthodox Judaism, providing a critical lens on communal practices.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 429 ratings
  • A very informative podcast

    I am from a christian background, I am trying to understand the problems and complexities faced by the Jewish community in these times, and also to get an understanding of the faith which I wish now to study, and have found this podcast to be an excellent place to start.

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    5
    blocksty
    Germany7 months ago
  • Excellent

    This is always captivating and thought provoking

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raffi R
    United States9 months ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    This is my go to Podcasts anytime I have more than 30 minutes in the car. Always thought/provoking, informative, and host that really lets the guests speak and share their thoughts. Scott brings up so many topics within our community that many people don’t think about and has really helped me re-frame my opinions and thinking about so many different topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adeeva Laya P
    United States9 months ago
  • LoveAnd Toda just Scott And Erica shalomAnd Shalom.

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sunshineShorley
    United States10 months ago
  • A worthwhile podcast

    This podcast is the right mix of intellectually satisfying and easy to listen to. Scott is a well-balanced and engaging host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    machsheva
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its relevant, thought-provoking content that engages with pressing issues within the Orthodox community.
There are mixed feelings regarding the balance of perspectives, as some listeners feel it may lean towards liberal narratives in a traditional context.

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"There Are No Shortcuts to a Healthy Jewish Education": Empowering Growth Without Guilt or Fear, with Rabbi Dr. Judah and Rabbanit Shayna Goldberg (244)
Q: Why do you think it's important to write and talk about this particular topic?
It's a topic that is very close to our hearts and that Shayna and I have spent a lot of time discussing; education in Judaism is not just a profession but a central part of living a committed life.
A Moral Voice for Religious Zionism: The Profound (and Profoundly Human) Thought of Rav Yehuda Amital, with Rabbi Moshe Taragin (243)
Q: How did Rabbi Amital understand Judaism? What is Judaism? What is Torah?
He believed there is Jewish identity that does not express itself in classic halachic manifestations, centralized around a belief in Israel's significance as a land of divine promise.
A Moral Voice for Religious Zionism: The Profound (and Profoundly Human) Thought of Rav Yehuda Amital, with Rabbi Moshe Taragin (243)
Q: Did he understand Medina Israel as being the first flowering of our redemption, or did he see it in a more nuanced way?
He was not very messianic in assuming this was the start of a process; he was very grounded.
A Moral Voice for Religious Zionism: The Profound (and Profoundly Human) Thought of Rav Yehuda Amital, with Rabbi Moshe Taragin (243)
Q: Can you articulate the difference between linking prophecy to specific events and using prophecy to give context and orientation to events?
Rev Amital thought a lot about the broader world, and how to interpret events, and not just the events that affected Judaism in a direct way.
A Moral Voice for Religious Zionism: The Profound (and Profoundly Human) Thought of Rav Yehuda Amital, with Rabbi Moshe Taragin (243)
Q: Why did you choose to write this book?
It's a combination or a perfect storm of several factors. Obviously, I was deeply impacted and influenced by my Rabbi.

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The content presents an insightful examination of the complexities facing the Orthodox Jewish community, addressing both its strengths and weaknesses in a candid manner. Episodes feature in-depth discussions on pressing issues such as the dynamics of Jewish identity, the struggle against antisemitism, and ethical challenges in religious practices. Luminaries and scholars from various fields contribute to these conversations, exploring perspectives on contemporary dilemmas and historical contexts alike. Unique to this forum is its commitment to fostering an honest dialogue that may eventually inspire action and reform, aiming to ensure Orthodox Judaism remains relevant and robust in today's society.

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1. Rabbi Moshe Taragin
2. Sam Sokol
3. Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Sinensky
4. Keshet Starr
5. Dr. Yosefa Fogel Wruble
6. Rabbi Jeremy Wieder
7. Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody
8. Dr. Malka Z. Simkovich

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