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Orthodox Conundrum

Scott Kahn
Israel
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Orthodox Judaism
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Jewish Education
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Tanach
Haredi Community

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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David Stav
Chief rabbi of Shoham and co-founder and chairman of Tzohar
Tzohar
Episode: Can Jewish Violence Cost Us the Land of Israel? With Rabbi David Stav (309)
Dara Horn
Author and Hebrew and Yiddish literature scholar; founder and president of The Tell Institute
The Tell Institute
Episode: How Antisemitism Turns Hatred into Moral Duty, with Dr. Dara Horn (308)
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs
Rabbi and licensed clinical social worker, guest on the episode
Kehilat Merome Shemesh; former Rabbi at Congregation Beth-Aaron; director roles at Yeshiva University and Wayu Israel
Episode: Honoring Difficult Parents: Boundaries, Guilt, and Kibud Av Va'Em, with Rabbi Larry Rothwachs (307)
Rabbi Yitz Greenberg
President of the JJ. Greenberg Institute for the Advancement of Jewish Life; Senior Scholar in Residence at Hadar
JJ. Greenberg Institute; Hadar
Episode: What's the Point of God If God Doesn't Intervene? With Rabbi Yitz Greenberg (306)
Rav Chayim Soloveichik
Rabbi; son of Rav Aaron Soloveichik Satzal; founder of Keylat Or Shalom in Ramah Belshem
Keylat Or Shalom, Ramah Belshem
Episode: Living in the Sukkah: What Halacha Really Requires, with Rav Chayim Soloveichik (BONUS EPISODE)
Rabbi Judah Mischel
Executive Director of Camp Hask, Hebrew Academy for Special Children; author of The Baderach Series
Camp Hask; Hebrew Academy for Special Children
Episode: Emphasizing the Good: A Solution or Part of the Problem? A Conversation with Rabbi Judah Mischel (305)
Rabbi Dr. Judah Goldberg
Rabbi Dr. Judah Goldberg, a physician and bioethicist
MMY Jerusalem / Beit Midrash activities mentioned
Episode: Does Orthodox Judaism Have a Fear Problem? Rethinking Religious Anxiety Before Rosh Hashanah, with Rabbi Dr. Judah Goldberg (304)
Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein
Director of Global Faith Engagement for Israel 365; veteran interfaith and Jewish affairs commentator
Israel 365; Cross Currents
Episode: A New Chareidi Party Challenges the Status Quo: The Draft, Daas Torah, and Israeli Society, with Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein (303)
Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Sinensky
Director of the Lamm Legacy Digital Archive and Judaic Studies at Mainline Classical Academy; commentator on Rabbi Lamm
Lamm Legacy / Mainline Classical Academy
Episode: Passionate Moderation in an Age of Extremism: Rabbi Norman Lamm's Message for Today, with Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Sinensky (302)

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Scott Kahn
Host of The Orthodox Conundrum; affiliated with Orthodox Conundrum / Jewish Coffee House.
Scott Conn
Host of The Orthodox Conundrum; co-host and project introducer; affiliated with Orthodox Conundrum / jewishcoffeehouse.com.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 505 ratings
  • Superb program

    I learn so much and derive inspiration from this wonderful Israel-based podcast. Scott Kahn and his team do a superlative job bringing on varied guests with diverse (Orthodox) perspectives. Is it proper to say a frum podcast ‘rocked my world’? Probably not, but it’s true.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GashousePalooka
    United States2 months ago
  • 5 stars

    Thank you for the many thoughtful discussions. I’m an avid listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Big fan of atomic habits.
    United States2 months ago
  • Thoughtful and Engaging

    Discussing difficult topics with care and consideration. R’Kahn doesn’t speak down to audiences and doesn’t use straw men what giving other perspectives. He seems genuinely curious.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Zoomer07666
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Thank you for the podcast and for sharing such a thoughtful and intelligent Jewish perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mamashskalka
    Israel5 months ago
  • Long-time listener

    Through some very difficult times and conversations, Rav Kahn has always remained respectful of both his guest speakers as well as his audience. He asks the tough questions with sincerity and always gives everyone the benefit of the doubt. I’ve listened to Rav Kahn’s podcast since its inception with plans to listen for many more years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jrrt1459
    United States6 months ago

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Can Jewish Violence Cost Us the Land of Israel? With Rabbi David Stav (309)
Q: How do we balance the sanctity of the Land of Israel and the commitment to it with our treatment of Palestinians who, from our perspective, are trying to undermine that commitment?
Stav says religious Zionists must also value the sanctity of the State of Israel and govern with sensitivity. He argues that any eventual sovereignty over Yehudah v'Shomron raises questions of equal rights for Palestinians, and that Jewish claims to the land require moral conduct toward those who live there.
Can Jewish Violence Cost Us the Land of Israel? With Rabbi David Stav (309)
Q: As a rabbi and religious Zionist leader, how do you understand what's happening and do these events concern you?
Stav says the attacks concern him because Jewish claims to the land do not justify robbing or damaging Palestinians. He cites Abraham's refusal to take property that belonged to others and criticizes rabbis who defend such acts.
How Antisemitism Turns Hatred into Moral Duty, with Dr. Dara Horn (308)
Q: How do we avoid the trap of defending Jews and Israel by repeating the accusations we're trying to refute?
Horn advises identifying the accusation as a claim that must be substantiated, asking who benefits from it, and responding with curiosity rather than accepting the accuser's framing.
How Antisemitism Turns Hatred into Moral Duty, with Dr. Dara Horn (308)
Q: Could you explain why Jews don't fit neatly into categories like religion, ethnicity, or nationality, and how conversion fits into that?
Horn says Jews are a joinable tribal group with shared history, homeland, and culture, a form of social group that predates modern identity categories. Conversion involves joining the community and taking on its ancestry as well as its practices.
Honoring Difficult Parents: Boundaries, Guilt, and Kibud Av Va'Em, with Rabbi Larry Rothwachs (307)
Q: What is a healthy way to communicate boundaries without triggering ultimatums or guilt?
Communicate plainly what you can and cannot do, avoid coercive language, and offer concrete, time-bound plans. Use language that sets limits (e.g., frequency of contact) while expressing continued care and openness to revisit arrangements later.

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A thoughtful, idea-driven forum examining Orthodox Judaism's strengths and areas for improvement through honest dialogue with guests ranging from rabbis and scholars to educators and Zionist thinkers. Episodes frequently tackle religion and state in Israel, diaspora dynamics, halachic perspectives, and contemporary community challenges, often balancing traditional practice with modern civic life. Notable strengths include rigorous questioning, a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, and a focus on practical paths for reform that respect core values. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who want nuanced discussion, diverse viewpoints within Orthodoxy, and actionable ideas for community growth or sponsorship opportunities aim... more

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2. Dara Horn
3. Rabbi Larry Rothwachs
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5. Rav Chayim Soloveichik
6. Rabbi Judah Mischel
7. Rabbi Dr. Judah Goldberg
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