

Seforimchatter
Nachi Weinstein
The Seforimchatter podcast is dedicated to the discussion of Seforim (holy texts and works pertaining to them), Jewish (non-sacred) Books, Jewish History and more. The variety of guests include rabbis, professors, historians, authors, editors, and others in the field. For more information or to sponsor a show, check out seforimchatter.com or email info@seforimchatter.com
Episodes
Mentioned books

Dec 28, 2025 • 1h 5min
The Early Jewish Printed Book: Episode 1 (with Michelle Margolis)
Michelle Margolis, the Norman E. Alexander Librarian for Jewish Studies at Columbia University, shares her expertise on early Hebrew printing. She delves into the fascinating mechanics of movable type and Gutenberg's significant role in transforming Jewish learning. Margolis discusses how early printing shaped community needs and its cultural impact, exploring the origins of Hebrew presses in Rome and the priorities of commentaries in print. The conversation also highlights connections between those fleeing the Inquisition and the spread of Hebrew works in the Ottoman world.

Dec 24, 2025 • 17min
SmallTalk: Kol Chosson: Foundations of the Jewish Wedding (with Rabbi Dr. Elly Deutsch)
Rabbi Dr. Elly Deutsch, a knowledgeable rabbi and author of 'Kol Chosson,' shares insights into the foundations of the Jewish wedding. He discusses the two-part structure of his book, covering sugya-based shiurim and practical halachic guidance. Deutsch delves into essential topics like birchot erusin and practical tips for engagement through sheva brachot. He offers surprising halachic rulings and shares anecdotes, making complex laws accessible to learners and those planning weddings.

Dec 21, 2025 • 58min
Disputed Messiahs: Jewish Messianism in the Ashkenazic World During the Reformation (with Prof. Rebekka Voß)
#421> This episode sponsored by the Touro Graduate School of Jewish Studies. Are you ready to nurture your interest in Jewish studies or pursue your graduate degree in the field? Perhaps you're in need of a deeper understanding of Jewish history and thought to advance your career? At Touro’s Graduate School of Jewish Studies, you can explore such topics as the history of Hasidism, studies in 19th-20th century biblical commentaries and much more. You’ll learn from noted subject matter experts as you earn your master’s in Jewish Education or Jewish History or audit any course that interests you. All courses are offered fully online via Zoom. For more information visit https://gsjs.touro.edu/history/> To purchase "Disputed Messiahs": https://amzn.to/496qU1X> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show

Dec 17, 2025 • 19min
SmallTalk: Haftorah of Chanukah Unlocked (with Sam Stonefield)
#420> To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/4sgbBfQ> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show

Dec 14, 2025 • 54min
Mishnat Eyal: The Personal Mishnayos of Fallen Soldier Eyal Meir Berkowitz HY'D (with Rabbi Eliyahu Dordek)
#419> Sponsored anonymously L'Zecher Nishmas Eyal Meir ben Shemaya in commemoration of his second Yahrtzeit which is Erev Chanukah. > Sponsored by The Tehillim Unveiled Podcast. Check out a fascinating Chanukah Special episode about Mizmor Shir: Apple Podcasts: https://sholink.to/TehillimApple> Spotify: https://sholink.to/TehillimSpotify> For more information about Mishnat Eyal: https://mishnasdura.org.il/eyal/> For information about Eyal: https://blog.nli.org.il/en/mishnayot_soldier/> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show

Dec 10, 2025 • 19min
SmallTalk: What Can I Say Today? Practical Shmiras Haloshon (with Rabbi Dovid Jaffee)
#418> To purchase the book: https://feldheim.com/what-can-i-say-today> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show

Dec 7, 2025 • 58min
A Woman Is Responsible for Everything: Jewish Women in Early Modern Europe (with Prof. Elisheva Carlebach & Prof. Debra Kaplan)
#417> To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3MhucaO> This episode sponsored by the Touro Graduate School of Jewish Studies. Are you ready to nurture your interest in Jewish studies or pursue your graduate degree in the field? Perhaps you're in need of a deeper understanding of Jewish history and thought to advance your career? At Touro’s Graduate School of Jewish Studies, you can explore such topics as the history of Hasidism, studies in 19th-20th century biblical commentaries and much more. You’ll learn from noted subject matter experts as you earn your master’s in Jewish Education or Jewish History or audit any course that interests you. All courses are offered fully online via Zoom. For more information visit https://gsjs.touro.edu/history/> This episode is also sponsored by Amudim.Unite to Heal, Amudim’s annual 36-hour livestream, is happening December 7–8, and it’s become the most-watched Jewish event of the year. Everything you’ll see is original — real conversations, real Torah, real mental-health insight — with some of the most respected voices in the Jewish world.If you’re into thoughtful Torah conversations, honest discussions about mental health and community, and hearing from some of the most interesting Jewish voices today, you’re going to want to tune in!https://unitetoheal.com/seforim-ch> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show

Dec 3, 2025 • 22min
SmallTalk: Touro Medical Halachah Annual (with Dr. Edward Lebovics)
#416> To purchase the Touro Medical Halachah Annual Vol 1: https://mosaicapress.com/product/medical-halachah-annual/?sld=seforimchatter or https://amzn.to/4pffBuU> To purchase the Touro Medical Halachah Annual Vol 2: https://mosaicapress.com/product/medical-halachah-annual-volume-2/?sld=seforimchatter or https://amzn.to/4pIkVXs> To purchase the Touro Medical Halachah Annual Vol 3: https://mosaicapress.com/product/medical-halachah-annual-volume-3/?sld=seforimchatter or https://amzn.to/4rz7zib> For Mosiaca links use code CHATTER for 15% off > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show

Nov 30, 2025 • 46min
Machon Ahavat Shalom: Seforim & Manuscripts (with Rav Eliyahu Hillel)
#415> To watch the video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/Zj0ln9U4jYo> Episode produced by R’ Zevi Kaufman of Cedar Media Studios zevi@cedarmediastudios.com> This episode is sponsored bySephardic Warehouse.We all know the incredible work of Machon Ahavat Shalom. But for a long time, unless you lived in Israel, getting their titles—or titles from Machon HaKeter, Shuvi Nafshi, Kise Rachamim and other Sefardi Machonim, was a challenge.Sephardic Warehouse was founded to fix that. They’ve ensured that these seforim are available and affordable for the North American market.Sephardicwarehouse.com> This episode is also sponsored by Amudim.Unite to Heal, Amudim’s annual 36-hour livestream, is happening December 7–8, and it’s become the most-watched Jewish event of the year. Everything you’ll see is original — real conversations, real Torah, real mental-health insight — with some of the most respected voices in the Jewish world.If you’re into thoughtful Torah conversations, honest discussions about mental health and community, and hearing from some of the most interesting Jewish voices today, you’re going to want to tune in!https://unitetoheal.com/seforim-ch> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show

Nov 26, 2025 • 13min
SmallTalk: Ibn Ezra's Inroduction to The Torah (with Jackson Gardner)
#414> To purchase "Understanding Peshat": https://amzn.to/3JXZdQc> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)Support the show


