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Take One Daf Yomi

Tablet Magazine
Talmud
Zevachim
Judaism
Menachot
Chullin
Israel
Kohanim
Jerusalem
Kosher
Jewish Law
Torah
Daf Yomi
Tablet Magazine
Moses
Chanukah
Zionism
Tefillin
Zvachim
Halacha
Mishnah

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 106 and 107, a discussion of handwashing leads to stories of culinary confusion, marital disaster, and a very dirty mustache. Centuries later, Ignaz Semmelweis would discover just how deadly unwashed hands could be—and pay ... more

On today’s page, Chullin 105, two rabbis encounter a witch who uses an incantation to stop their boat in its tracks. Their eerie encounter opens a centuries-old Jewish debate over whether magic is real—and offers a surprisingly mundane prescription f... more

On today’s page, Chullin 104, the rabbis ask just how far the prohibition against mixing meat and milk really extends. Their debate over chicken and cheese becomes a master class in Talmudic reasoning—and a reminder that even our most familiar tradit... more

On today’s page, ⁠Chullin 103, the rabbis ask a slightly stomach-turning question about whether eating something once means you can ever truly eat it again—and discuss whether eating happens in the stomach, where food is digested, or the throat, wher... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Dovid Bashevkin
Guest discussed on the episode
Rabbinic educator and speaker
Episode: Chullin 84 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: State of Mind
Rabbi Dafyb Bashevkin
Rabbi
Episode: Chullin 80 and 81 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: All Mixed Up
Larry Sanger
Co-founder of Wikipedia, speaker at Sinai Awards, subject of discussion
Wikipedia / online knowledge
Episode: Chullin 55 - How Will I Know
Motti Seligson
Chabad's own Rabbi
Chabad
Episode: Chullin 49 - All Together Now
Mordechai Lightstone
Rabbi
Chabad Lubavitch
Episode: Chullin 48 - Close to You
Mendel Bannon
Rabbi, educator and friend of the host
Chabad Lubavitch, community educator
Episode: Chullin 47 - Teach Your Children Well
Dovid Margolin
Chabad writer, journalist
Chabad.org / Tablet Magazine
Episode: Chullin 45 and 46 - You Are What You Eat
Yonatan Green
Israeli-American attorney and author
Georgetown University Center for the Constitution
Episode: Chullin 41 - The Battle for Israel's Soul
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

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 797 ratings
  • I wasn't sure how informative such a short podcast would be but Liel's discussions on Talmud are surprisingly deep and informative. Highly recommend listening.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JLM
    a month ago
  • Theme music

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desesq
    United States7 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 States9 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
    Philippines10 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 Statesa year ago

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Some feedback notes political drift by a minority, but praise for host's teaching approach remains common.
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Chullin 97 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: Reasonable Doubt
Q: How does the concept of Tirovese fit into everyday kitchen scenarios where pots and pans get mixed?
Tirovese is presented as the broader category describing how pots and pans get mixed and how the laws manage those mixtures, with emphasis on avoiding detectable traces or taste, and aligning with the rabbinic framework that deals with doubt.
Chullin 97 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: Reasonable Doubt
Q: Suppose I am cooking a large pot of kosher chollin, and a pork burger falls into it; what happens to the dish?
The discussion covers rove, where the majority determines the status of the item, and ba'tel be sheishin, the idea that the prohibited matter can be nullified if enough of the kosher substance is present; in practice, one must ensure the taste or appearance of the prohibited item is not transmitted, often requiring a 60:1 ratio to nullify.
Chullin 92 and 93 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: Smoke and Mirrors
Q: What practical advice did you share about sourcing meat to avoid misrepresentation?
The guest advocates buying from a local, know-and-trust butcher as a straightforward way to ensure authenticity and quality, reinforcing the value of relationships in business.
Chullin 92 and 93 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: Smoke and Mirrors
Q: Why do you think meat is labeled in so many different ways, and how does technology help in this space?
The guest discusses how labeling can create confusion and how tools like AI can help verify what is actually in the meat, suggesting that technology can support traditional trades in maintaining integrity.
Chullin 92 and 93 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: Smoke and Mirrors
Q: Why is it considered problematic to misrepresent meat cuts or their sources to someone else?
The hosts explain that the rabbinic guidance emphasizes honesty in transactions, instructing against misrepresenting the nature or source of meat even if the details are not meaningful to some listeners, highlighting a broader ethical standard for transparent exchange.

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What is Take One Daf Yomi about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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