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Rabbi Steven Miodownik and Rabbi Noah Whittenburg
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Join Rabbi Steven Miodownik and Rabbi Noah Whittenburg of Congregation Ahavas Achim in Highland Park, NJ, every week for perspectives on Shul, community and the Jewish people. 1st Monday of the month - Interview of the Month: Meet compelling personalities that have shaped our community 2nd Monday of the month - The Big Picture: Trends and controversies in our shul, community and nation 3rd Monday of the month - Riveting Responsa: The most fascinating Halachic questions we investigated this month 4th Monday of the month - Sh’ar Yerakos: Torah gems rescued from the cutting room floor

  1. 5D AGO

    Episode 23 - Is Shul Too Long?

    In this episode we discuss one of the most quietly felt tensions in synagogue life: the length of tefillah. Does time in Shul feel inspiring or does it feel like a marathon? Is it about time, pace, or expectations? And how do we balance Kavana with these realities? Through candid conversation and differing perspectives, we unpack this topic.

    34 min

  2. MAY 5

    Episode 22 - Leading with Vision: A Conversation with Joel Paul

    Join us for an inspiring conversation with Joel Paul, a longtime leader in the Jewish world whose decades of impact have spanned organizations such as NCSY and Yeshiva University before launching his own successful consulting firm, The Joel Paul Group. We discuss leadership, career growth, building institutions, and the lessons learned from a lifetime of service and innovation.

    42 min

  3. APR 28

    Episode 21 - Riveting Responsa (Sefiras Ha'Omer)

    We take time to explore many of the Halachos that govern this period of the Jewish calendar, including how to count Sefirah, what to do if a mistake was made in counting, and how to properly observe the customs of mourning during this time.

    31 min

  4. APR 21

    Episode 20 - Celebrity Rabbis: Are they good for the Jews?

    In this episode we look at the rise of “celebrity rabbis” — rabbis whose voices reach way beyond their own communities through social media podcasts books and public speaking. Does this visibility help spread Torah and inspire Jews around the world, or does it risk turning rabbinic leadership into a brand-driven personality contest?

    32 min

  5. MAR 24

    Episode 19 - Sha'ar Yerakos (Dueling Yerakos Edition)

    Karpas and Maror both take center stage at the Seder, but what do they really represent? In this episode, we explore different approaches to these two important elements of the Seder through our own dueling yerakos.

    22 min

  6. MAR 17

    Episode 18 - Riveting Responsa (Pesach)

    We go through all of the Seder basics, starting with Kadesh and ending with Afikomen, to make sure that everyone is ready and prepared for the many Mitzvos of the Seder.

    38 min

  7. MAR 10

    The Episode 17 - The Kossof Matzah Fund: The Power of a Good Name

    In this episode, we speak with David Goldberg about the remarkable legacy of his grandparents and the Maos Chitim fund for which they collected to ensure that families in need could celebrate Pesach with dignity. David shares the story behind their life, the values that motivated them, and how a simple act of communal responsibility grew into a lasting source of support for others. David also shares many fascinating and enlightening stories about the early days of Ahavas Achim and RPRY.

    32 min
  8. The pODDcaast

    MAR 2

    The pODDcaast

    Interview with member Chaim Goldstein, Hot Topics of the month, Riveting Responsa and a Purim Yerek

    27 min
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Join Rabbi Steven Miodownik and Rabbi Noah Whittenburg of Congregation Ahavas Achim in Highland Park, NJ, every week for perspectives on Shul, community and the Jewish people. 1st Monday of the month - Interview of the Month: Meet compelling personalities that have shaped our community 2nd Monday of the month - The Big Picture: Trends and controversies in our shul, community and nation 3rd Monday of the month - Riveting Responsa: The most fascinating Halachic questions we investigated this month 4th Monday of the month - Sh’ar Yerakos: Torah gems rescued from the cutting room floor

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  • Creator
    Rabbi Steven Miodownik and Rabbi Noah Whittenburg
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rabbi Steven Miodownik and Rabbi Noah Whittenburg
  • Show Website
    The PodcAAst

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