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REALLY JEWISH with Oliver Joseph
Your podcast of Jewish enquiry, growth and emotional honesty.
Judaism is a religion that in every generation has had to reinvent itself and endure moments of transformation from the outside in and from the inside out. Our small tribe is one of striving and struggle. Join the conversation about what happens next…
This podcast was founded by Oliver Joseph and Yair Eldan, Oliver is a rabbi, religious, based in London, UK. Yair, secular, a Jewish law professor based in Jerusalem, Israel.
Oliver and…
Episodes
REALLY JEWISH with Oliver JosephREALLY JEWISH SE2:E7 - 'Pick a Lane' - What is Masorti?
'Pick a Lane' - What is Masorti? - the start of a new mini-series inside our REALLY JEWISH Podcast examining the essence of the different Jewish movments and…
REALLY JEWISH with Oliver JosephREALLY JEWISH SE2:E6 - dealing in normal, boring as good?
The conversation between Rabbi Oliver and Sarah-Beth Neville in New York explores the themes of routine and the mundane in Jewish life, particularly during the…
REALLY JEWISH with Oliver JosephREALLY JEWISH SE2:E5 - Turning the tables – Alon in the hot seat
SPECIAL EPISODE, Alon Ben Joseph in the host hot seat with Oliver Joseph and Yair Eldan. We talk motivations and experiences of hosting the Really Jewish…
REALLY JEWISH with Oliver JosephREALLY JEWISH SE2:E4 - After the Holy Days, takeaways
The conversation explores the emotional and spiritual transition from the Jewish High Holy Days to everyday life, considering how to carry the lessons learned…
REALLY JEWISH with Oliver JosephREALLY JEWISH SE2:E3 - Sukkot - Optimum Vulnerability
Rabbi Oliver and Rabbi Dardashti from Brooklyn, New York go head to head discussing the festival of Sukkot as 'Optimum Vulnerability’. We talk about Rabbi…
REALLY JEWISH with Oliver JosephREALLY JEWISH SE2:E2 - ten days
The conversation explores the significance of the 10 days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, delving into the themes of reflection, repentance, and…
REALLY JEWISH with Oliver JosephREALLY JEWISH SE2:E1 - 'New Year resolutions, nedarim'
S2:E1, ‘New Year’s resolutions and vows’. Turning our attention to the Jewish new year, we talk about the topic of vows in the Jewish tradition, discussing the…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E27 - telling stories
The conversation begins with an introduction to Israel Story and the power of storytelling. It then delves into Mishy Harman's personal journey, the impact of…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E26 - Loving the land
The conversation delves into the Love of the Land Substack project (link in show notes), the complexity of the Israel-Palestine narrative, the historical and…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E25 - Between tradition & innovation, masoret & chidush
The conversation explores the intersection of tradition and innovation in Jewish life, reflecting on the balance between the two and the impact on personal and…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E24 - Blasphemy, crossing the line
Rabbi Joel discusses the concept of blasphemy, the role of the sacred, and the mystery of the name of God in the Jewish tradition. He emphasizes the importance…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E23 - Maalach Hamavet, the Angel of Death
The conversation with Rabbi Roni Tabick delves into the personal and professional journey of a rabbi, exploring the topic of Maalach Hamavet (the Angel of…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E22 - Insider/Outsider
The conversation begins with a reunion between old friends. The core of the discussion is about the meaning of home, and the immigrant experience in the United…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E21 - Heartbreak and home
The conversation with Rabbi Miriam Lorie delves into her journey as a female Orthodox Rabbi, her experiences in Jerusalem, and the significance of Tisha b’Av…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E20 - Judaism and creativity
The 20th episode of Really Jewish explores the theme of Judaism and creativity, delving into the tension between religious tradition and creative expression…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E19 - A Judaism of spirit
This episode delves into the intersection of Judaism and spirituality, exploring the journey of becoming a rabbi, the spiritual essence of Judaism, finding…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E18 - prohibition & fun
The conversation explores the role of pleasure and prohibition in the Jewish tradition, delving into the balance between joy and discipline. It also touches on…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E17 - outreach and mission in Christianity and Judaism
The conversation delves into the generations of relationship between Christianity and Judaism, exploring why we as faith leaders are ‘called’ to our work. We…
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REALLY JEWISH SE1:E16 - Police, nice job for a Jewish boy
The conversation delves into the unique role of the UK’ most senior Jewish police officer and the challenges faced by the Jewish community in the context of…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E15 - Certainty and doubt
A technical delay on this week’s podcast, hope to be back on schedule for this Thursday! The conversation delves into the exploration of the Parshat Shelach…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E14 - who are you talking to?!
We ask this week, who are we talking to, who is the target audience of the Really Jewish podcast!? The conversation delves into the exploration of Jewish…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E13 - on music
The conversation with Oi Va Voi members, Steve and Josh, delves into the journey of the band, the impact of recent events, navigating antisemitism, and the…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E12 - being a rabbi
Rabbi Josh Weiner and Rabbi Oliver Spike Joseph discuss their experiences as rabbis, the highs and lows of rabbinic life, the role of a rabbi in the community…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E11 - place or time - Jerusalem Day
The conversation begins with an introduction to the Really Jewish podcast and the alternating format of guest interviews and discussions. It then delves into…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E10 - on God
The conversation delves into the exploration of God in the Jewish tradition, God's significance and onto the evolution of human culture, music and belief. It…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E9 - dads raising kids
The conversation delves into the complexities of modern fatherhood, exploring the challenges and nuances of traditional and egalitarian parenting roles. It…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E8 - Israel Memorial Day & Independence
The conversation delves into the essence of being really Jewish, exploring themes of responsibility, care, and the blessing of Jerusalem. It also reflects on…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E7 - Holocaust
The conversation delves into the significance of Yom HaShoah, personal reflections on the Holocaust, religious and secular perspectives, the impact of the…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E6 - food, with Ben Rebuck
Our first ever guest! Ben Rebuck on the REALLY JEWISH podcast! The conversation delves into the cultural and identity significance of Jewish food, exploring…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E5 - Resilience
The conversation explores the concept of resilience and its connection to endurance, community, sense of control, insecurity, critical thinking, and finding…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E4 - Yair's personal story
The conversation delves into Yair's personal Jewish journey, exploring his childhood, family influence, serving in the military, transition from religious to…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E3 - Oliver's personal story
The conversation delves into personal Jewish journeys, childhood and family influence, coping with loss, emotional expression, finding meaning in religion, the…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E2 - on War
The conversation delves into the complexity of Jewish tradition and the interpretation of Torah texts, exploring the delicate balance of staying true to the…
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REALLY JEWISH S1:E1 - Launch Episode
The conversation explores the complexities of Jewish identity, the impact of friendship, and the importance of vulnerability. It delves into personal stories…