Matan: One on One Parsha Podcast

In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Malka Z. Simkovich, we survey the role of Moshe in the spy story through the eyes of Philo, a 1st century Jewish commentator and philosopher who lived in Roman-controlled Alexandria.

In this conversation with returning guest and Matan Faculty member Tanya White, we speak about Rabbi Sacks' perspective on the parsha and what it really means to ask for help. Show Notes: A link to the R. Sacks' article discussed https://www.rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/behaalotcha/from-pain-to-humility/ R. Sacks' TED Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-QFwhWmC3U

In this conversation with beloved teacher and author, Rabbi Alex Israel, we discuss what kind of person might become a Nazirite and what that can teach us about human nature and ourselves.

In this eye-opening conversation with Matan's Rosh Batei Midrash and Academic Director Dr. Yael Ziegler, we speak about the significance of the encampment order and how it creates meaningful bridges between brotherly and tribal dynamics.

In this conversation with longtime educator Ilana Goldstein Saks, we discuss the parsha through the prism of its Haftara (prophetic portion) in Jeremiah 16:19-17:14 and the role Shemita observance plays in the fate of Israel.

In this conversation with long-time educator Rabbi Alan Haber, we speak about one of his greatest Torah passions: Shemita (the sabbatical year) and its textual presentation in Parshat Behar. Show Notes: R. Haber's Website and a link to his Shemita Pamphlet https://rabbihaber.net/shemita/ R. Rimon's Shemita in English https://www.amazon.com/Shemita-Rabbi-Yosef-Tzvi-Rimon/dp/1592642578/ref=sr_1_5?adgrpid=1342504903883867&hvadid=83906795511263&hvbmt=bp&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=154617&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=p&hvtargid=kwd-83907363636340%3Aloc-210&hydadcr=29720_14584156&keywords=rav+rimon&qid=1649144566&sr=8-5

In this candid conversation with venture capitalist and author Michael Eisenberg, we speak about economic perspectives on the holiday cycle detailed in this week's parsha and why this perspective is important for Torah study and for the spiritual character of the modern State of Israel. Michael's Book Recommendations: The Lonely Man of Faith, R. Joseph Soloveitchik https://www.amazon.com/Lonely-Man-Faith-Joseph-Soloveitchik/dp/0385514085/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=lonely+man+of+faith&qid=1648110660&s=books&sprefix=lonely+man+of+%2Cstripbooks%2C283&sr=1-1 Halakhic Man, R. Joseph Soloveitchik https://www.amazon.com/Halakhic-Man-Rabbi-Joseph-Soloveitchik/dp/0827603975/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ML9YHGBV7DGC&keywords=halachik+man&qid=1648110690&s=books&sprefix=halachik+man%2Cstripbooks%2C324&sr=1-1 Range, by David Epstein https://www.amazon.com/Range-Generalists-Triumph-Specialized-World/dp/0735214484 Rational Optimist, by Matt Ridley https://www.rationaloptimist.com/

In this conversation with Morat Halakha and Matan Hasharon Faculty member Rabbanit Karen Miller Jackson, we explore Rabbi Akiva's perspective on love and Torah, inspired by the injunction to love one's fellow Jew in this week's parsha. Episode Notes: Karen's Website with her weekly writings: https://karenmillerjackson.com/

In this fascinating conversation Tamar Weissman, former Matan faculty member and Galilee tour guide, guides us through Josephus' writings and focuses on his characterization of Aaron the priest.

Enjoy this pre-Pesach episode on Shir Ha-Shirim with Dr. Yosefa (Fogel) Wruble. Chag Sameach!