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Take One Daf Yomi

Tablet Magazine
Talmud
Zevachim
Judaism
Avodah Zarah
Menachot
Idolatry
Jewish Law
Kohanim
Israel
Moses
Jerusalem
Chullin
Torah
Tablet Magazine
Morality
Mishnah
Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin
Kavana
Chanukah
Tefillin

As Jews around the world engage in a seven-and-a-half year cycle of Daf Yomi, reading the entire Talmud one page per day, Tablet Magazine's new podcast, Take One, will offer a brief and evocative daily read of the daf, in just about 10 minutes. New episodes will be released daily Monday through Friday.

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On today’s pages, Chullin 43 and 44⁠, a technical debate about ritual slaughter opens onto a broader question about character and judgment. The rabbis insist that constantly switching between competing philosophies based on convenience is a recipe fo... more

On today’s page, Chullin 42, the rabbis begin a lengthy exploration of one of Judaism’s most misunderstood categories: the treifah. Most of us use the word to describe any non-kosher food, from bacon to cheeseburgers, but the Talmud has something muc... more

On today’s page, Chullin 41, the rabbis wrestle with a difficult question: how do we identify those who have fundamentally broken with the values of the Jewish community? What begins as a technical discussion of ritual slaughter and idolatry quickly ... more

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On today’s page, Chullin 40, the Talmud asks what happens when two people jointly perform an act, but only one brings corrupt intentions to it. The answer is severe: the whole slaughter becomes invalid, even though one participant may have me... more

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Recent Guests

Meni Even-Israel Steinsaltz
Rabbi, founder of Steinsaltz Foundation; renowned translator and editor of the Talmud
Steinsaltz Foundation
Episode: Chullin 14 - Let My People Know
Amiad Cohen
Runs the Harut Center, Israeli think tank
Harut Center
Episode: Chullin 10 and 11 - For the People, By the Majority
Tevi David Troy
Former White House staffer and political commentator
Take One guest; President Desherav (as referenced in episode)
Episode: Chullin 7 - Ain't No River Wide Enough
Jon Stewart
Rabbi, guest who shares observations
Episode: Menachot 102 - Actually, it IS That Deep
Rabbi Sari Laufer
Rabbi, LA's Stephen Wise Temple
Stephen Wise Temple (Los Angeles)
Episode: Menachot 86, 87, and 88 - Revisiting the Wicked Child
Tevi Troy
President Desharav, historian
Former White House staffer / historian
Episode: Menachot 83, 84, and 85 - The Secrets of the Humble Farmer
Josh Passover Ready Kross
Producer and executive producer for Take One
Take One / Tablet Studios
Episode: Menachot 70 and 71 - The Nightmare Before Passover
Kylie Unell
Host of Take One segment featured in this episode
Tablet Studios / Take One
Episode: Menachot 66 - A Soul-Stretching Countdown
Joe Jellini
Drummer and band leader for Chah Wah
Chah Wah, Jazz Fest Shabbat at Turo Synagogue
Episode: Menachot 60 - Joy in the Motion

Host

Liel Leibovitz
Host/creator focused on modern Jewish learning, with deep ties to Tablet Magazine and Tablet Studios.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 795 ratings
  • Theme music

    I listen everyday and enjoy each program. I really like the new music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desesq
    United States5 months ago
  • Terrific!

    Can’t start my day without my coffee AND my daily shot of ancient wisdom! Thanks for making our days ‘a little more Talmudic’!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dude wher's my car?
    United States7 months ago
  • A Thoughtful Guide for the Curious Soul

    As a non-practicing Jew in the Philippines, Take One has been a lifeline offering bite-sized, thoughtful insights into the Talmud from a philosophical lens. Each episode is clear, engaging, and deeply relevant, helping me stay connected to Jewish wisdom wherever I am.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OrenTree
    Philippines8 months ago
  • Thanks for bringing back the corduroy rav

    Thanks for bringing back the Corduroy Rav , even if in shorts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    walterlouis422
    United States9 months ago
  • No49 Nickname

    3 words - Rabbi David Bashevkin. 5 starts if he were host & teacher

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    No49 Nickname
    United States10 months ago

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Menachot 109 - Aaron Burr, Sir
Q: What's the takeaway there?
Choose your allies wisely and consider replacing allies who won't support you when it matters most.
Menachot 109 - Aaron Burr, Sir
Q: What drama unfurls?
The Kohane Chonyo is installed for the top job but betrays his brother, undermines him, and then tries to set up his own rival system, leading to eventual discovery and exile.
Menachot 86, 87, and 88 - Revisiting the Wicked Child
Q: What does the Wicked Child mean to you?
The Wicked Child represents a challenge to authority and tradition, forcing educators and families to adapt explanations so that questions become paths to deeper belonging rather than threats to the group.
Menachot 42 and 43 - Wearing the Uniform
Q: Explain to us a little bit what goes on in today's stuff.
The discussion revolves around the prohibition of selling tzitzit to idolaters, which can lead to misrepresentation in cultural identity.
Menachot 39 - Tied Up in Happiness
Q: What's the easiest way to screw this up?
Barbara stresses that insincerity is the key pitfall, as kvelling must be genuine to have a positive impact.

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A daily Daf Yomi briefing that runs about 10 minutes, delivering a brisk, accessible read of the day's Talmud page. The host blends traditional text analysis with contemporary context, often weaving in practical examples, personal anecdotes, and occasional guest commentary to illuminate how ancient law speaks to modern life. Notable for its tight, teachable format and a focus on clarity, it aims to make dense material approachable for curious learners, while still rewarding long-time followers with deeper references and thoughtful reflections. A standout trait is the seamless pairing of rigorous study with relatable, everyday applications, plus regular mentions of related literature and a consistency that makes it easy to follow daily.

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