The Ḥabura

Judaism

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Midrash

Rabbi David Hanagid

We are a virtual and physical Bet Midrash with international membership dedicated to striving to know God by embracing the world through the lens of Torah.We learn and teach Torah as a lens through which we view and interact with God's world. This approach is not exclusive to, but is central and predominant in, the classical Sephardi mesorah that we uphold.We are proud to teach worldly students fr... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	217	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Religion & SpiritualityJudaism

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Principles from Sefer Bemidbar (1 of 2) - Rabbi Joseph Dweck

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25 May 2026 • 54 min

God & Truth - Dr Lenn Goodman

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18 May 2026 • 1 hr 13 min

Talmid Takeover: Knowledge of God?

Micah Liss

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11 May 2026 • 45 min

Sephardic Zionism and Rabbi Meldolda de Sola - Rabbi Shalom Morris

Celebrating the launch of "Restoration of Israel".

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5 May 2026 • 58 min

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Recent Guests

Micah Liss

Speaker presenting on Rambam and Aristotle's arguments for God

Senior at Vanderbilt University (Classics); student of Len Goodman

Episode: Talmid Takeover: Knowledge of God?

Shalom Morris

Rabbi of Bevis Mark Synagogue, Western Sephardi community (Beth Midrash presenter)

Bevis Mark Synagogue / Western Sephardi community

Episode: Sephardic Zionism and Rabbi Meldolda de Sola - Rabbi Shalom Morris

Shabbos Kestembaum

Orthodox Jew, activist, and founder of Dark Press

Dark Press / Ḥabura

Episode: Bikes and Scooters on Shabbat?! (Part 2 of 2) - Rabbi Ilan Acoca

Sina Kahen

Student of Jewish history and author

The Ḥabura / Dark Press

Episode: Bikes and Scooters on Shabbat?! (Part 2 of 2) - Rabbi Ilan Acoca

Shabbos Kestenbaum

American Jewish activist; Harvard Divinity School alumnus; regular contributor on international media; testified before Congress and addressed the Knesset

PragerU; The Habura

Episode: Orthodox Voices in Public - Shabbos and Sina

Rabbi Eli Fader

Professor specializing in graph theory with a PhD in mathematics.

Episode: Why Science Matters - Rabbi Feder and Rabbi Zimmer (Interviewed by Sina Kahen)

Rabbi Aaron Zimmer

Rabbi with a background in physics and commodity futures trading.

Episode: Why Science Matters - Rabbi Feder and Rabbi Zimmer (Interviewed by Sina Kahen)

Rabbi Joseph Dweck

Senior Rabbi of the S&P Communities of the UK

S&P Communities

Episode: Halakha: Action with Purpose - Rabbi Joseph Dweck

Hosts

Rob

Host guiding discussion and moderating questions; appears across sessions with a focus on structured dialogue.

Avi Garson

Host of Ḥabura panel discussions; appears as a primary facilitator for multi-guest conversations.

Ilan Acoca

Rabbi and host of shiur and halachic discussion segments, often moderating Torah study sessions.

Rabbi Joseph Dweck

Rosh Bet Midrash and main speaker in shiur; central figure in many episodes.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings

Rabbi Dweck is in a league of his own
Props and kudos to Rabbi Dweck, Sina, Avi, and team for this endeavor - this is a must-listen podcast
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Thoughtful, rigorous discussions that stay rooted in Torah

Occasional dense philosophy may be challenging for newcomers

Engaging Q&A segments.

Excellent for listeners wanting to understand how Torah informs modern life

High-quality guest mix with deep expertise

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Apple Podcasts	#189	Canada/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism
Apple Podcasts	#207	United Kingdom/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism
Apple Podcasts	#99	Germany/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism
Apple Podcasts	#8	Spain/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism
Apple Podcasts	#22	Japan/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism
Apple Podcasts	#33	Sweden/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism

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God & Truth - Dr Lenn Goodman

Q: What do you mean by a cumulative argument for God, and how do the individual proofs fit together to form a stronger case?

The idea is that no single line of reasoning suffices on its own; instead, each piece—ontological, cosmological, teleological—contributes to a coherent, higher-probability case when viewed together, especially when connected to a broader account of reality as hierarchical and grounded in an absolute being.

Talmid Takeover: Knowledge of God?

Q: Would the principle of sufficient reason provide an argument against the self-existence of an infinite causal chain?

Yes, some would require justification for why there exists an exception to the principle of sufficient reason; without that justification, an infinite, brute-force chain could be a problem, so proponents argue there must be a first cause or ground.

Sephardic Zionism and Rabbi Meldolda de Sola - Rabbi Shalom Morris

Q: Why does the presenter think Western Sephardim played a more active role in early Zionism than is commonly portrayed?

Because key figures from the Western Sephardi world—Gaster, de Sola, Mendes, Pool—were deeply involved, bridging Britain, Canada, and the U.S., and catalyzing organizational movements that linked religious life with Zionist ambition rather than seeing Zionism as separate from faith.

Orthodox Voices in Public - Shabbos and Sina

Q: Shabbos, what misconceptions do you encounter most often in public forums, and how do you address them while staying true to your Orthodox identity?

Shabbos discusses standing firmly for Jewish principles in hostile environments, using education and clear communication to counter misconceptions about Judaism and its relevance in public life.

Orthodox Voices in Public - Shabbos and Sina

Q: Sina, can you explain how your upcoming work portrays Judaism as a roadmap for modern life and why this approach isn't about converting everyone but about guiding how to live well within modern society?

Sina argues that Jewish values offer a framework for shaping behavior in modern contexts, emphasizing integration of timeless ethics with contemporary knowledge, while acknowledging theological differences and the role of non-Jews in learning from Jewish wisdom.

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A philosophy-forward, Torah-centered discussion series that blends classical Jewish thought with contemporary topics. Episodes span Jewish law, theology, Zionism, modern technology, and public life, often featuring deep dives into Rambam, Talmudic reasoning, and Sephardic perspectives. Guests range from rabbis and educators to scholars and public intellectuals, creating a thoughtful space for rigorous ideas, historical context, and practical guidance for living a Torah-observant life in the modern world. The show tends to attract listeners who value intellectual discourse, Jewish tradition, and the intersection of faith with culture, technology, and politics. A few episodes stand out for their cross-disciplinary approach and lively Q&A mome... more

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7. Rabbi Aaron Zimmer
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