Speaking Torah

Ep #29: Reclaiming Female Presence

What happens when we begin reading the Talmud with an assumption of female presence rather than female absence? In this episode of Speaking Torah, Rabbi Dr. Jane Kanarek,

Ep #28: Heart of a Stranger

What does it mean to be a boundary crosser, to leave what is familiar and find your truest home? In this episode of Speaking Torah, we share a powerful conversation from

Ep #27: My Legs Were Praying

Who was Abraham Joshua Heschel, and why does his life story matter to young Jews today? In this episode, Rabbi Or Rose and rabbinical student Risa Dunbar explore these qu

Ep #26: Every Body Beloved

How can Jewish tradition help us build a world that embraces all bodies? In this episode, we share a powerful conversation between Rabbi Minna Bromberg, author of the new

Ep #25: Jewish Creativity

Rabbi Lavitt shares insights from Jewish Studio Project's innovative approach, which combines Torah study with creative practice. Drawing from both ancient Jewish wisdom

Ep #24: In Miriam's Footsteps: Jewish Women's Leadership and the Pursuit of Justice

Dr. Judith Rosenbaum, CEO of the Jewish Women's Archive, explores the rich legacy of Jewish women's leadership through the lens of biblical and modern examples. Through a

Ep #23: "Shiva" – Poems of October 7

In the months following October 7th, Israeli poets responded to the tragedy through powerful verses that gave voice to the nation's grief, rage, and despair. This episode

Ep #22: Understanding Israel: The Power of Jewish-Christian Conversation

How can Jewish and Christian leaders engage in meaningful dialogue about the most pressing issues of our time? In this episode of Speaking Torah, we explore the power of

Ep #21: Navigating the Israel Conversation with the Next Generation

Over the past year, discussing the subject of Israel has been incredibly difficult for families everywhere. Does it feel like you're speaking different languages when it

Ep #20: Jewish Travel Learning with Tamid of Hebrew College

Have you ever wondered how traveling to the places where Jewish history unfolded can deepen your understanding and connection to Judaism? In this episode of Speaking Tora

Ep #19: Azara: A Scottish Yeshiva

This week, Hebrew College rabbinical student Jessica Spencer is here to talk about how she helped found a yeshiva in her hometown of Edinburgh, Scotland. Modeled after pr

Ep #18: Food Coop

This week, we're pleased to bring you a discussion with three Hebrew College rabbinical students, Becca Heisler, David Mahfouda, and Chaim Spaulding, who have started a f

Ep #17: Writing as Spiritual Practice

On this episode of Speaking Torah, we're introducing you to a tefillah with a difference. In this particular tefillah group, Rabbi Sharon Cohen Anisfeld leads the student

Ep #16: Poetry as Midrash

In this episode, we're sharing a discussion between Hebrew College faculty member Rabbi Rachel Adelman and her Rabbinical Student Risa Dunbar, about the power of poetry a

Bonus: Rabbi Jane Kanarek Shares a Story

Rabbi Jane Kanarek shares a story about humility.

Ep #15: The Women Are Waiting for Us To Speak

Tune in this week as Rabbi Genevieve Greinetz weaves together the words of the Bavli, Ancient Greek Philosophers, contemporary literature, and her own thoughts on finding

Ep #14: Educating for Hope Across Difference

Tune in for this episode to discover Hebrew College's and our wider community's work in creating community and hope across difference. Our panelists are discussing what h

Ep #13: You Shall Teach Your Children

Tune in for a dynamic talk between Rabbi Dan Judson and Dr. Jonathan Sarna, giving us a deep insight into Hebrew College's commitments to Jewish culture, Jewish leadershi

Ep #12: Hiddushim: Letters From the Front

Tune in for a unique insight into the experience of Jewish soldiers fighting in World War II. These letters contain heartwarming details of Hebrew College alum eating cha

Ep #10: Sounds of Klezmer

Tune in to discover two unique takes on contemporary Eastern European and Klezmer music. Hankus Netsky is sharing his inspiration and wealth of experience on the revival