A collection of ideas and teachings about Chanukah from the Lubavitcher Rebbe
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Inspirational Teachings from Faith seekers and just cool people that have what to teach from life experience.
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Personalized podcast of Jewish audio classes
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Enzi Tanner, a black, trans, Jewish community organizer in Minneapolis, hosts the show that dives into the intersectional lives many in the Jewish community lead, and how those intersections come together and inform. The title is a combination of the Swahili word Kuumba, which means "to create," and the Hebrew word Hineni, which literally means "I am here," but often is used to denote presence.
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The benefit of seeing the candlesVon Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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The lesson we learn from lighting the candles in a way that benefit is possible, but not permitting any benefitVon Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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The contrast between seven and eight.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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A Halachic insight into the significance of the Kohanim to the Chanukah miracle. When may we sacrifice our lives for kidush Hashem?Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Lightning Candles as a commemoration for all Miracles that Hashem does for usVon Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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The unlimited power of the Chanukah candles, and the infinite effect of a mitzvahVon Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Lekutei sichos volume 30 II
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Continuation of previous episode. Analysis into the language of “v’al hanisim”. A surprising explanation and a powerful practical lesson. Sicha read inside and translated.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Lekutei sichos volume 30 I
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Analysis into the language of “v’al hanisim”. A surprising explanation and a powerful practical lesson. Sicha read inside and translated.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Parshas Mikeitz and Chanukah II
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A continuation of the previous episode - Fascinating connections between Parsha Mikeitz and ChanukahVon Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Fascinating connections between Parshas Mikeitz and Chanuka.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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The connection between Zos Chanukah and the days of “judgment” in the month of Tishrei. How the mitzvos of Chanukah represent our eternal bond to Hashem.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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The contrast between the first day of Chanukah (potentiality) and the last day (practicality). The emphasis on Chanukah for mitzvos miderabonon.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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The “finifte lichtele”; the special secret of the fifth night of Chanukah and how it expresses the power of Chanukah.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Exploring the custom of distributing Chanukah gelt, it’s background and reasons.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Bais Shamai and Bais Hillel - going up or going down
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A fun analysis of the disagreement between Bais Shamai and Bais Hillel whether we increase candles each night or decrease. Get your thinking caps on!Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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“The menorah is lit from after sunset until the Tarmudai left the streets”. Explaining the inner dimension of this timing, and how it reflects the unique power of the menorah.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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The Rebbe’s call for every Yid to “make” a miracle!Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Three ways in which our davening can affect our day (based on the 3 perspectives of the miracle in ep.1).Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Three approaches for the Chanukah miracle
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Analyzing the miracle of Chanukah - was it quantitative, qualitative, or “impossible”.Von Rabbi Yaakov Wagner
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Enzi and Graie wrap up a busy Black History Month (or Black Futures, depending on how you look at things), including a historic Super Bowl, and Viola Davis gaining EGOT status. Plus they take that joy and bring us into Adar, the Jewish month of Joy.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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8. Celebrating Black Futures Month
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As host Enzi Tanner turns 39, he and returning guest Graie Hagens talk about outliving expectations as black men in America, poignant poetry that discusses the black experience, and the joy of looking to the future -- not just the past.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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Who are you? Who do you want to be? And can you get to that place in an authentic way? In the first episode of 2023, Enzi encourages us to begin to think about living our lives authentically. And really being willing to challenge the status quo, not just externally but also internally.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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6. Looking Back, Looking Ahead
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On the final episode of 2022, Enzi looks back at what has been a year of big changes for him and looks ahead to what he hopes can be in 2023. What are you hoping to see next year?Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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5. Kislev and Dreaming Big Dreams
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As it's getting dark earlier and the nights last longer, it's the perfect time to sleep more to recharge. But it's also the month of Kislev -- the month of dreaming. Enzi talks sleep, dreams, and the power of renewal with Reuven McCullough, a sleep technician and rabbinical student at ALEPH: Alliance for Jewish Renewal. Text study https://assets.na…
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4. Intersectionality & the Colorado Springs Shooting
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Graie Hagens is back this week to talk with Enzi about the shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs on Nov. 19, and the fear that comes from being black, trans and Jewish in public.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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3. Black Jews Discuss Kanye & Kyrie
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Enzi talks with Graie Hagens, one of the founding members of the Black Jewish Liberation Collective, about anti-Black racism and antisemitism, while addressing the social and political impact of the recent antisemitic remarks by Ye and Kyrie Irving. Note: this episode was recorded before the elections so some of the predictions didn't age too well!…
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Election Day is next week, and campaigns are always looking for volunteers to text, call or doorknock. How can you help do this vital work for your candidates of choice if you are neurodivergent? Enzi, who has talked about his fairly recent autism diagnosis, talks about he manages this stressful time of year.…
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1. What's On Tap For Season 2?
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We're back! After a hiatus getting used to life at a new job, Enzi talks with producer Lonny Goldsmith about his new job with Bend The Arc, and what topics he's planning to tackle on the new season!Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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24. The Intersectionality of Abortion (with Laura Monn Ginsburg)
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Laura Monn Ginsburg, a board member of National Council of Jewish Women, talks with Enzi this week to discuss the recent leak of the Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade, and the upcoming Jewish Rally For Abortion Justice. If you’re unable to join be in Washington, D.C., tune in at 9 a.m. EDT for the livestream at jewishrally.org.…
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23. Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Shmita
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The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is something many Jewish non-profit professionals may be able to take advantage of. Plus, in a Shmita year, why debt forgiveness is a Jewish value. For more info: https://studentaid.gov/pslf/Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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22. Inside Minnesota's Adoption and Fostering System
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This week, Enzi welcomes Kristina Berg, the director of engagement for Children's Home and Lutheran Social Services to discuss the fostering and adoption system in Minnesota, and how the Jewish community can play a part. For more information: email welcome@chlss.org, or go to https://chlss.orgVon Jewfolk, Inc.
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This week, in the wake of the Minneapolis teacher's strike settling, Enzi looks back at the 1968-69 strike in New York, the Jewish community's part in it, the Civil Rights movement coming to a head, and the myths about relationships.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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Celebrating Trans Day of Visibility
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In honor of Trans Day of Visibility, Enzi welcomes long-time friend Chris Paige to talk about how they observe this day and why increased visibility of the trans community is vital. People and topics discussed on the show: OtherWise Academy: https://otherwiseacademy.com/ “Transgender-Affirming Spiritual Care: A Bibliographic Essay” in Theological L…
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Enzi talks about the ongoing situation with WNBA star Brittney Griner being jailed in Russia, and how race, gender and sexual orientation intersect in her on-going ordeal.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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19. Judaism & Public Safety (w/ Carin Mrotz)
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On this week's pod, Enzi welcomes his former boss, soon-to-be former Jewish Comunity Action Executive Director Carin Mrotz, to talk about organizing the Jewish community around issues of public safety. https://www.pollenmidwest.org/stories/a-new-story-of-safety/Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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Enzi talks this week about the killing of Amir Locke by Minneapolis SWAT officers executing a no-knock warrant on the morning of Feb. 2. Can we reimagine the way we look at public safety?Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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17. Understanding My Autism Diagnosis
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To open Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month, Enzi talks about the autism diagnosis he received last year, and how that has given him clarity on many of the challenges he has faced prior to learning this piece of himself.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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Enzi is back after a brief hiatus of rest and recuperation to talk about grieving, how grief looks different to everyone, and how there is no timeline for how long you should be allowed to grieve. Also, Enzi talks about goalsetting for 2022, reflects back on goals he set last year, and teases a new class on Torah and abolition that he'll be teachin…
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15. Navigating Winter Holidays
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For interfaith families, this time of year can be a really challenging one. Even with an early Hanukkah, the conflict that many families may have is still very real and even anxiety-producing. How can it be avoided?Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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14. Where Being Unhoused Meets Intersectionality
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This week, Enzi recaps the important St. Paul election referendum on rent control from Election Day by welcoming Jamie Kavanah from JCA and the Keep St. Paul Home campaign to talk about how being unhoused hits intersectionality in many different ways. https://www.housingequitystp.org/ksph https://www.housingequitystp.org/rent_hike_form…
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13. Trans Day Of Remembrance
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On a special episode, Enzi acknowledges Trans Day of Remembrance by reading the names -- that we know of -- of those whose lives were taken in anti-trans violence, while also challenging everyone to think about what it looks like to celebrate the lives of trans and gender-nonconforming.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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12. My Journey To Judaism
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Approaching 10 years since his conversion, this week Enzi answers a listener's questions that asks what was his journey that led him to join the Tribe.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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11. Explaining 'I Spit'
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This week, Enzi reads a new revision of his 2006 poem 'I Spit,' and shares some of the reasons for the choices he made in 2006, and why he made certain changes in the new iteration.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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10. Celebrating Coming Out Day
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With National Coming Out Day less than a week away, Enzi tells his coming out story -- which is ongoing the more he learns about himself. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WjeCDXFNPapfHUi-U6UB93qVqjTW2-kxKh6Hm1DSei0/edit?usp=sharingVon Jewfolk, Inc.
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9. Reflecting An Evangelical Past
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Enzi welcomes guest Jack Anderson, who talks about growing up in an Evangelical Christian world, and the dangers of Christian Nationalism to Jews and non-Jews alike.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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8. Elul Reflections On A Difficult Past
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In the spirit of Elul, Enzi talks about the documentary "Pray Away" and reflects on his own time immersed in Exodus International and conversion therapy.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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7. Native Allyship (with Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg)
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This week, Enzi talks with Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg about being Jewish and living on Native land, and what allyship with Native Americans looks like.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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6. Talking With Cicely Hunter
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Enzi talks with Cicely Hunter, a scholar, educator, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional who focuses on race, Black social movements, visual culture, and urban studies during the late 19th and 20th centuries, to discuss the importance of the Harlem Renaissance, historical memory, and Juneteenth becoming a holiday.…
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5. Understanding Disability Pride Month
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This week, Enzi does a deep-dive explanation of Disability Pride Month, and gives some helpful tactics to be a helpful ally without overstepping. TRANSCIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1geSLcU_j79JNHYTrCxjac67NUIIR5HEbh7BhMnilPsA/edit?usp=sharingVon Jewfolk, Inc.
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4. Talking 'America On Fire' With Author Elizabeth Hinton
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This week, Enzi welcomes acclaimed author Elizabeth Hinton to talk about her newest book "America On Fire: The Untold History of Police Violence and Black Rebellion Since the 1960s," as they discuss many of the societal issues that have led to so much of what we've seen in the past 50-plus years.Von Jewfolk, Inc.
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