The Zal Podcast
1) A Post-10/7 World
Things may not go back to the way they were for Jews for a while. Dovid's Yom Kippur speech offers 2 recommendations for Jews living in this post-10/7 world. The terms pro-semitism and Jewing make an ...Show More
2) Stolen Content
For those seeking social media clout, there’s the strong temptation to pilfer what has already proven to work. “If the creator of this content got so much attention - why can’t I!?” they ask themselv...Show More
3) 50. Adam's Siddur
A family heirloom made its way into Adam’s possession: a Siddur (prayer-book) that’s around 150 years old. In this jubilee episode we discuss the provenance of this Siddur and its original owner, the ...Show More
4) 49. Anonymity w/ Reddit Moderators
The Reddit forum r/Judaism is the world's largest anonymous Jewish community. Â If you know the internet, and you've ever been in a comment section, you might think this faceless space would be cesspoo...Show More
5) 48. Bigger Than Jordan w/ Tamir Goodman
Tamir Goodman is the only basketball player in history to play at a D1 level while fully observing Shabbat. It’s a story that includes shocks, setbacks and lots of uplifting moments. Glancing at the W...Show More
6) 47. Confused w/ Nthenya
In the long list of liturgical “I’m Sorrys” Jews recite on Yom Kippur, there's one which continues with: “for the sin... of a confused heart.” But to the modern ear, confusion sounds like a pretty pla...Show More
7) 46. The RabbAI
Can I replace my Rabbi with artificial intelligence? Do convenience and (the illusion of) privacy outweigh the power of the human touch? Will AI officiate weddings? For now, Dovid will keep his job b...Show More
8) 45. Selfies At Auschwitz
In this unintended episode, we banter and vent (vanter?) on the ridiculousness that is the self-absorbed-thoughtful-post and the decorum governing it. Selfies at Auschwitz? Action shots at funerals? ...Show More
9) 44. Only by Way of Love w/ Nissim Black
Nissim Black doesn't just ignore the haters, he studies them. The legendary musician knows there are people see him as just another fad, an Orthodox Jewish rapper, a token intersection — but he's in i...Show More
10) 43. Leader Lack
During times crisis, weary eyes look toward inspiring leaders. Are we just crusty curmudgeons or are leaders not what they used to be? If we’re right, are poor followers to blame? When no leaders are...Show More