• History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast

By: JLE
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  • History for the Curious The most talked-about Jewish History Podcast History for the Curious features the dynamic historian and famous tour guide & lecturer: Rabbi Aubrey Hersh, live from the JLE in London, hosted by myself: Mena Reisner Join us as we cross continents, sail through the centuries, tracing lives, uncovering events and following epic journeys, to reveal the untold stories, the scandals, and the mysteries, that have impacted our history and shaped us into who we are today. Encounter leaders, visionaries, spies, heroes & traitors and unpack 2,000 years of Jewish heritage. Go back to the story of Jews in the Temple of Jerusalem. Confront the dilemmas of the Holocaust. Visit Paris, Prague, Vilna, London, Venice, New York & the Cairo Geniza. Meet The Russian Czar, Ramchal, Maharal, Maimonides, Churchill, Shabbetai Zvi and the Hapsburgs.
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Episodes
  • #146 - 19th Century Vienna - Friends or Enemies?

    #146 - 19th Century Vienna - Friends or Enemies?
    Dec 18 2024
    In the 1800s Vienna was one of the world's major cities, yet does not seem to have produced religious leadership? It nevertheless underwent a metamorphosis, which left it the victim of strong prejudice. Why did it experience such phenomenal growth in numbers and how - in just 4 decades - did Vienna become the centre of Jewish culture and science. What role did Rabbi Shmuel Yosef Bloch play?

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Jewish History Podcast

    02:51 The Importance of Understanding Jewish History

    06:12 Effie's Insights on Rabbi Hirsch's Work

    07:05 Introduction to the Jews of Vienna

    08:33 Vienna's Jewish History and Community Dynamics

    10:29 Legal Status and Assimilation of Jews in Vienna

    13:52 The Rise of Jewish Influence in Vienna

    18:10 Anti-Semitism and Jewish Integration in Society

    21:06 The Complex Relationship Between Jews and Non-Jews

    24:00 Political Anti-Semitism and Its Consequences

    26:25 Internal Anti-Semitism and Community Dynamics

    28:45 The Crisis of Assimilation and Political Zionism

    30:13 Jewish Identity in Late 19th Century Vienna

    32:35 Religious Reform and Resistance in Vienna

    36:22 The Showdown of Reform and Orthodox Judaism

    43:30 Rabbi Yosef Schmuel Bloch: A Voice Against Anti-Semitism

    54:50 Vienna's Jewish Community: A Historical Overview
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    57 mins
  • #145 - Chanukah, the West & the ICC Judgement

    #145 - Chanukah, the West & the ICC Judgement
    Dec 5 2024
    Unlike militant Islam, our enemies in the West don't want the Jews wiped out. But what they are aiming for is far more sinister. It is a battle between Sheker and Emess, that goes back to Biblical times and encompasses Politics, Art & Science. The quest for peace may seem elusive, but in certain ways, we hold the keys to changing the narrative.

    Summary

    This conversation delves into the complexities of Jewish identity, the historical context of anti-Semitism, and the current political landscape in the West, surrounding Israel and the ICC. It explores the philosophical underpinnings of truth, the influence of Greek thought on Jewish tradition, and the dangers of assimilation. The podcast looks at the Soviet Union, the Church, Blood Libels and the recent US elections.

    Chapters

    00:00 The ICC and Its Jurisdiction Over Israel

    02:52 Historical Context of Jewish Enmity

    06:14 The Nature of Modern Anti-Semitism

    09:06 The Role of Truth and Falsehood

    11:59 The Intersection of Science and Religion

    14:52 The Influence of Greek Philosophy

    18:12 The Political Landscape and Jewish Identity

    21:09 The Dangers of Assimilation

    24:03 The ICC's Bias Against Israel

    26:51 The Call to Action for the Jewish Community

    29:45 The Importance of Truth in Jewish Life
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    50 mins

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