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The Zal

What did the Chassidic Rabbi say to the Jewish guy who grew up with Matza and Easter eggs? The Zal Podcast is an informal discussion on profound ideas found in Jewish primary sources. Tune in with Ada... Read more

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18.b Dima

18.b Dima

Dispatches from Ukraine, part two: Dima Susskiy, writer for the comedy show that made President Zelenskiy famous. Destru... Read more

29 Apr 2022

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18.a Michael

18.a Michael

Without expertise or first-hand experience, there’s little to add to the conversation about the situation in Ukraine. Bu... Read more

21 Apr 2022

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17. Your Words

17. Your Words

Groupthink, group expressions, even in-group vocabulary: it's easy and reliable, and a good way to keep feathers unruffl... Read more

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16. Idol Hunters

16. Idol Hunters

We’re back to that little old issue: man’s search for Meaning. Are we born with a need for belief beyond what we can rea... Read more

16 Mar 2022

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12. Saying or Praying

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11. Long Distance Friendships

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Lox, schlock, and two joking ____s.

Lox, schlock, and two joking ____s.

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