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Take One Daf Yomi

Tablet Magazine
Talmud
Zevachim
Judaism
Menachot
Israel
Chullin
Kohanim
Torah
Jewish Law
Moses
Jerusalem
Mishnah
Tablet Magazine
Kavana
Idolatry
Morality
Chanukah
Zionism
Tefillin
Daf Yomi

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 64–65⁠, the rabbis tackle one of the Torah’s most surprising menu items: kosher insects. Recorded around a barbecue table in upstate New York, this special summer series with Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin and producer Josh Kross exp... more

On today’s page, Chullin 63⁠, a debate over birds becomes a conversation about America itself. Recorded around a barbecue table in upstate New York, this special summer series with Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin and producer Josh Kross explores how early Amer... more

On today’s page, Chullin 62⁠, a long list of birds launches something much bigger. Recorded around a barbecue table in upstate New York, this special summer series with Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin and producer Josh Kross explores the Talmud’s rich and surp... more

On today’s page, Chullin 61, the rabbis wrestle with a surprisingly practical question: how can we tell whether an unfamiliar bird is kosher? Their discussion has echoed through the centuries, resurfacing whenever Jews encounter a new species—includi... more

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Recent Guests

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
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

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 States6 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
    Philippines9 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 States10 months ago
  • No49 Nickname

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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    No49 Nickname
    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 55 - How Will I Know
Q: What is the central issue the episode uses to frame current events in Israel?
The episode uses the concept of halachic and empirical inquiry to illustrate how societies decide what is humane and just, framing judicial reform as a difficult, moral question about the kind of state Israel should be.
Chullin 49 - All Together Now
Q: Where can listeners learn more about the Rebbe?
The guest recommends visiting therebbe.org for an overview and bite-size insights that can transform how people view the world, themselves, and others.
Chullin 49 - All Together Now
Q: Tell us about the Rebbe.
The guest describes the Rebbe as a monumental Torah scholar whose teachings span thousands of hours of lectures, extensive published volumes, and prolific correspondence, emphasizing how his approach connects Rashi, the Talmud, and broader Torah to everyday life and societal leadership.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Take One Daf Yomi

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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3. Mordechai Lightstone
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7. Meni Even-Israel Steinsaltz
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