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Take One Daf Yomi

Tablet Magazine
Talmud
Judaism
Zevachim
Chullin
Menachot
Kosher
Israel
Jerusalem
Daf Yomi
Moses
Chanukah
Zionism
Tefillin
Tablet Magazine
Halacha
Jewish Law
Mishnah
Kavana
Maimonides
Morality

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 127 and 128, the rabbis contemplate the wonders of creation, from creatures of the sea and land to those of fire and air. Then some enterprising residents decide to improve on God’s handiwork by breeding two animals that sho... more

On today’s page, Chullin 126, the rabbis encounter a mystery buried in two words: golel and dofek. Solving it takes us from Rashi and Maimonides to the burial caves of ancient Israel and the great stones once rolled across their entrances. What can t... more

On today’s page, Chullin 125, the rabbis consider a curious rule of ritual impurity: Under the right circumstances, it can get out of an enclosed space but cannot get in. Their technical discussion becomes a powerful argument for repentance and the p... more

On today’s page, Chullin 124, Rabba bar Rav Huna is too tired to answer a complicated question, so he points to the sky and cries, “Look! A raven!” His wonderfully human moment offers a radical rule for relationships: Don’t settle for merely being th... more

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Recent Guests

David Lau
Former chief Ashkenazi Rabbi of Israel
Rabbi David Lau
Episode: Chullin 110 - Don’t Stop Believin’
Rabbi Daf Yomi Bashevkin
Rabbi and speaker featured in closing remarks
Rabbinic teacher
Episode: Chullin 101 and 102 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: Last Call
Robert Dovid Bashevkin
Guest discussed on the episode
Rabbinic educator and speaker
Episode: Chullin 84 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: State of Mind
Dovid Bashevkin
Rabbi and writer discussing the relationship between meat, festivity, and sacred space
Episode: Chullin 83 - The Take One Summer Barbecue: It’s a Celebration
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

Host

Liel Leibovitz
Host of Take One

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 798 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
    2 months ago
  • Theme music

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desesq
    United States8 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
    Philippinesa year 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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Thoughtful, accessible depth; guests enrich the discussion.
Clear teaching style; good for new learners and seasoned readers alike.
Engaging take on Talmudic themes with concise, daily insight.
Some episodes feel opinionated, but consistently educational.

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Chullin 113 and 114 - Spice Up Your Life
Q: What's going on in the DAF today?
The discussion centers on how to impart flavor in the Talmudic discussion around Chullin, focusing on heat, immersion, and salt as mechanisms of flavor transfer and their spiritual implications.
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.

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

A compact daily listen that presents a focused, accessible reading of a single page from the Talmud with commentary from scholars, rabbis, and policy/academic voices. Episodes balance rigorous traditional analysis with practical, modern-life applications—covering topics from kosher law and halacha to Jewish philosophy, history, and contemporary culture—often tying insights to everyday meals, rituals, and personal conduct. Frequent guests bring depth on rabbinic interpretation, Jewish law, and historical perspectives, while sponsors and calls to books or broader ideas help connect the learning to readers' lives. The format is notable for its brevity (about 10 minutes) and consistency, making it appealing to listeners who want a regular, thou... more

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