

Take One Daf Yomi
Tablet Magazine
As Jews around the world engage in a seven-and-a-half year cycle of Daf Yomi, reading the entire Talmud one page per day, Tablet Magazine's new podcast, Take One, will offer a brief and evocative daily read of the daf, in just about 10 minutes. New episodes will be released daily Monday through Friday.
Episodes
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Nov 13, 2023 • 7min
Bava Kama 10 and 11 – The Characteristics of Goodness Always Outweigh the Characteristics of Negativity
The podcast explores liability for damage caused by a pit and finds positivity in the passage. It highlights the importance of being the final contributor in a group task, taking responsibility for all the goodness achieved. The chapter concludes with gratitude and a book promotion.

Nov 10, 2023 • 7min
Bava Kama 8 and 9 – Beautifying the Mitzvah
Explore the concept of Hidou Mitzvah and the importance of putting effort into performing a righteous deed. Discover the significance of physical elements in enhancing the meaning and beauty of religious commandments.

Nov 9, 2023 • 8min
Bava Kama 7 – Seasonal Fluctuations in Price
The podcast discusses the impact of seasonal fluctuations in property values and how it affects individuals' financial situation. It emphasizes the importance of fair transactions and trusting in greater forces. The host also mentions their new book.

Nov 8, 2023 • 8min
Bava Kama 6 – Liable for Damages
The podcast discusses liability for damages in Bava Kama 6 and the responsibility of Jewish communal leaders to take action. They explore the importance of addressing issues and lessons for today from the Talmud.

Nov 7, 2023 • 6min
Bava Kama 5 – Evil Speech and Positive Speech
The podcast explores the connection between action and words, emphasizing the significance of speech in today's world. The hosts discuss the power of social media, promoting positive content, and gratitude towards Gailah Sax for continuing her father's legacy.

Nov 6, 2023 • 11min
Bava Kama 3 and 4 – Welcome to Tractate Bava Kama
Today's podcast introduces a new tractate in the Talmud called Bava Kama, which focuses on damages and responsibility. The speakers reflect on their experience studying Bava Kama and discuss its relevance to everyday life. They also announce a new initiative for listeners and promote a new book.

Nov 3, 2023 • 12min
Kiddushin 82 and Bava Kama 2 – Concluding Tractate Kiddushin
Explore the absence of detailed instructions for Jewish marriage ceremonies and the importance of preparation and dedication in creating holiness. Delve into the concept of holiness and preparation in relation to Shabbat and marriage. Reflect on completing a tractate as a commitment to continuous learning. Wrap up the episode with book promotion and exclusive perks for pre-ordering the book.

Nov 2, 2023 • 9min
Kiddushin 81 – A Fight With the Devil
In today’s Talmud page, Kiddushin 81, we hear the story of Peleimu and Satan. In the story Paleimu tries to act kindly to the conniving Satan only to be repeatedly hurt and embarrassed. While the Talmud is full of stories where Satan attempts to test the great Rabbis, this story tells of a sage who tries to act appropriately at every step. Why then is he still hurt in this way? Perhaps this story can help us reflect on our current situation. What can we learn from this story when we reflect on the ways that the Israeli army was found unprepared on October 7th, even as it is considered one of the greatest armies. What can we learn today from this ancient story? Listen and find out.Like the show? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Send us a note at takeone@tabletmag.com. Follow us on Twitter at @takeonedafyomi and join the conversation in the Take One Facebook group.Take One is a Tablet Studios production. The show is hostedby Liel Leibovitz, and is produced and edited by Darone Ruskay, Quinn Waller and Elie Bleier. Our team also includes Satephanie Butnick, Josh Kross, Robert Scaramuccia, and Tanya Singer. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Nov 1, 2023 • 6min
Kiddushin 80 – The Manner of a Child
In today’s Talmud page, Kiddushin 80, the Rabbis discuss whether dough touched by a child is pure or impure based on the other things that the child will likely have touched.. Hudson Leibovitz returns to explain the pleasures of touching everything. What do adults miss about the satisfaction of touching everything? Listen and find out.Like the show? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Send us a note at takeone@tabletmag.com. Follow us on Twitter at @takeonedafyomi and join the conversation in the Take One Facebook group.Take One is a Tablet Studios production. The show is hostedby Liel Leibovitz, and is produced and edited by Darone Ruskay, Quinn Waller and Elie Bleier. Our team also includes Satephanie Butnick, Josh Kross, Robert Scaramuccia, and Tanya Singer. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Oct 31, 2023 • 8min
Kiddushin 79 – Becoming Adults
In this episode, the hosts discuss the transition from childhood to adulthood and the maturation process. They explore a case in the Gomara about a father's betrothal of his daughter. The experiences of Oui Mgidish, a young lookout in the IDF, are shared, highlighting the significance and challenges of her role. The episode also announces the release of a new book and a virtual book launch event.