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A rabbi and a writer talk torah.

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Jonathan Naig
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
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Jonathan Og
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Episode: Special Episode: Yom HaZikaron & Yom HaAtzmaut
Jonathan Agh
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
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Episode: Shemini: The Number Eight: From Infinity to Beyond
Jonathan Ige
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Episode: Vayikra: Sacrifice is More Than A Baseball Term, It Is a Way of Approaching the World and Each Other
Jonathan Aig
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
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Episode: Yitro: Unity of Action and Diversity of Opinion Are The Central Components to Judaism
Jonathan Ogg
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
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Episode: Bo: Passover and the Inclusive Power of Ritual
Jonathan Eyck
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
Episode: Vayechi: Does Belief in An Afterlife Matter?

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Jonathan Ige
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
Rabbi Michael Siegel
Rabbi Michael Siegel; Host of The Pen and The Yad; associated with Chicago synagogues

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Nasso: The Blessing of a Remarkable Archeological Find
Q: What is the most ancient archaeological find from ancient Israel?
The Dead Sea Scrolls, though the discussion notes the amulets from around the seventh century BCE as a remarkable accompanying artifact.
Shemot: How Do You Explain Jewish Resilience?
Q: Who do you think was the most resilient of all the people you've written about?
Eyck points to a spectrum of figures and ultimately centers Muhammad Ali as a quintessential example of resilience, illustrating how persistence through physical punishment, legal challenges, and public scrutiny embodies a defining heroic trait.
Vayechi: Does Belief in An Afterlife Matter?
Q: Does belief in an afterlife matter?
The guests discuss that belief can provide motivation for ethical living and give life ongoing meaning, though not everyone finds it necessary, as some value living well for its own sake.
Shemini: The Number Eight: From Infinity to Beyond
Q: Do you think that adopting transactional thinking can cause you to lose the ability to dream?
The guest suggests it is possible to be transactional in some aspects while still maintaining the capacity to dream, implying that balance is key between practical steps and aspirational vision.
Devarim: Arguing With G-D: A Jewish Pastime
Q: How do we deal with the 'no's in faith?
We struggle with understanding and oftentimes have doubts, but we must embrace the complexity of our relationship with God.

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A thoughtful, Zion-relevant discourse hosted by a rabbi and a writer. Episodes center on Torah portions, Jewish holidays, and contemporary issues through a blend of theological reflection, personal memory, and social critique. Discussions frequently weave themes of justice, memory, leadership, antisemitism, and Israel/Iran geopolitics with vivid anecdotes and cultural references. A distinctive trait is the pairing of a rabbi with a Pulitzer‑prize–winning author, producing cross‑disciplinary conversations that balance faith, ethics, and public life. This program is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy spiritual and philosophical exploration supplemented by real-world context and timely topics. It probably stands out for its recurring focu... more

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