THE LIVING JEWISHLY BLOG
Masks and Morality
Should mask-wearing during a pandemic be universal public policy or a personal decision? This episode of the Living Jewishly podcast introduces What Would You Do?, the new ethics podcast from Dr. Elliot Malamet.
Introducing Sacred Time
How can the passage of time help us strengthen our communities and faith, and become happier and more fulfilled? From the Shabbats to the new moons to the holidays, our path through the Jewish calendar is a journey that guides us, individually and as a community, to better ourselves and gain a fuller understanding of our faith.
Jewish Practice and Core Beliefs with Ruth Chitiz
In this episode of the Living Jewishly podcast, Dr. Elliott Malamet interviews Ruth Chitiz about how she learned to own and reinterpret her own Judaism, how we can make the High Holy Days more enriching, spiritually meaningful experiences, and why so many people feel that the liturgy feels out of step with what they need emotionally.
Reinterpreting Jewish Life with Sam Venis
In the latest episode of the Living Jewishly podcast, Dr. Elliott Malamet and Sam Venis discuss how intense reflection helps us make sense of the things that bother us but elude our understanding — and leads to greater peace of mind and healthier relationships.
Millennials in the Contemporary Jewish World with Noah Tile – Part Two
In this episode of the Living Jewishly podcast, Dr. Elliott Malamet speaks with Noah Tile about the Millennial exodus from traditional, institutional Jewish life.
Millennials in the Contemporary Jewish World with Noah Tile - Part One
In this episode of Living Jewishly, Dr. Elliott Malamet speaks with Noah Tile (of the Change Talk podcast) about his journey from being strongly connected to Judaism to searching for spiritual fulfillment elsewhere… and then finding a renewed relationship with it.
I Want it to Mean Something - Part Three
As citizens in an interconnected global community, our choices and actions can have consequences that remain invisible to us. To create a positive impact and contribute to a better world, we must act with intention. Listen below as the Living Jewishly podcast wraps up its 3-part Conversations series by looking at our largest circle of belonging — the world!
Are Jewish Schools as Important as we Think? - Part Three
The question about whether it is necessary to enrol Jewish children in Jewish schools is a long-standing one — and one that has sparked many lively debates. Find out how Rabbi Yossi Sapirman and Dr. Elliot Malamet advise parents to approach their children’s religious education in this episode of the Living Jewishly podcast.
Have we made it more expensive than it should be to be Jewish? - Part Two
Have we unintentionally created a too-high cost of entry for living a Jewish lifestyle? How can we create a Jewish lifestyle that is affordable, accessible, and inclusive? Listen to the latest episode of the Living Jewishly podcast to find out.
Have we made it harder than it should be to be Jewish? - Part One
Have we made it hard to be Jewish? How do Rabbi Yossi Sapirman and Dr. Elliot Malamet believe we can create a more tight-knit, inclusive community? Listen to the episode to find out.
I Want It To Mean Something: Part 2
We all belong to a number of different circles of belonging. We ourselves lie at the centre, at the outer rim is the world as a whole, and in the middle, we find some of our most meaningful and powerful circles of belonging.
I Want It To Mean Something: Part 1
While reflecting on this tumultuous year likely felt daunting or uncomfortable, you may have discovered hidden blessings — if you knew where to look. Our young guest's hosts in this episode discuss the power of gratitude, the necessity of self care, and the need for a celebratory introspection.
I Want It To Mean Something: Part 1
While reflecting on this tumultuous year likely felt daunting or uncomfortable, you may have discovered hidden blessings — if you knew where to look. Our young guest's hosts in this episode discuss the power of gratitude, the necessity of self care, and the need for a celebratory introspection.
Prayer as a Cover: Part 3
In this episode of the Living Jewishly podcast, Rabbi Yossi Sapirman and Dr. Elliott Malamet discuss forgiveness, growth, and the transformative potential of pain.
Prayer As A Cover: Part Two
In this episode, Rabbi Yossi and Dr. Malamet discuss the pros and cons of the virtual Shul experience we’ve come to expect during the pandemic. Will people come back to Shul after COVID? And can we ever undo the fact that we’ve found a new way to deliver something that people really want?
Prayer As Cover - How to Get Through to Yourself: Part 1
Rabbi Yossi and Dr. Malamet discuss and debate whether and how prayer can be relevant in our modern times.
The Secret Life of Rabbis: Part 3
Rabbi Yossi, Professor Malamet and Rabbi Bluth share a fascinating conversation about when living between worlds can be a fully intentional, empowering and a courageous choice.
The Secret Life of Rabbis: Part 2
In this conversation we're challenged to understand the concept of 'secret' as a means towards achieving positive change.
The Secret Life of Rabbis: Part 1
In part one of a 3 part series Living Jewishly's three sages Rabbi Yossi, Professor Malamet and Rabbi Bluth share a fascinating, free range conversation about the secret lives of Rabbis.
Introducing Rabbi Bluth - The Art of Living Jewishly
Introducing: The Art of Living Jewishly, a new content series with Rabbi Bluth that will examine Jewish experience through the Jewish calendar.