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In the season finale, the rabbis’ kids step in to lead the show. Ben, Eliana, Gabriel and Michah - chips of the (not so) old block, perhaps unsurprisingly they bring unfiltered wisdom, thoughts on humanity, the state of the world as they see it, considered explanations of what their mums actually do for a living and a healthy dose of perspective: for the adults listening - we’re all going to die anyway so just chill out. Join them for a quietly brilliant end to season 5.  From the RO team, thanks for listening and see you again soon.

Judaism has always been an erev rav, a mixed multitude of those who inherit it and those who actively step into it. In this episode, the rabbis are joined by Rabbi Rebecca Birk to explore what draws people to choose Judaism today — from a deep spiritual pull to emotional, psychological and even physiological connection. Along the way, they unpack the Progressive conversion journey: a process that’s as inclusive, searching, rigorous and personal as it is transformative.

What’s it really like to be a Jewish student on campus today? In this episode, the rabbis are joined by Zac Bates Fisher, Student Engagement Officer for Progressive Judaism, to hear four candid stories from students with very different experiences of Jewish life at university. In a moment when Jewish identity can feel heightened, tense or misunderstood, these stories are about choice — choosing to step into Jewish life, to build community and to find connection. From sport and Shabbat dinners to interfaith iftars and growing inclusivity across shared Progressive and Orthodox spaces, students show that even in complex times, Jewish campus life can be intentional, resilient and full of possibility. You can reach Zac on Whatsapp at: ‪+44 7704 338344‬, on instagram at @zac.pjs or by sending an email to:[email protected]

One rabbi teaches Torah on a treadmill, another kidnaps the Prime Minister, while jokes about fat, gay Jews and the Holocaust have audiences roaring. Cue the klezmer — the Jews are coming but who doesn’t love Maureen Lipman? The rabbis explore the messy, funny, and often uncomfortable world of Jewish representation, asking how these portrayals land, why laughter matters, and whether it’s time to reboot both the telly and the tired old tropes.

They say not to talk about religion or politics with friends but that's all out the window on this episode as the rabbis go for both. At the same time. Grounding their conversation in Jewish text, they ask what happens when communities mirror a polarised society, whether everything is political and crucially, how we live together after the vote.

The rabbis are back for a fifth season of Rabbiting On, kicking off with the rabbis sharing some jaw-dropping tales of what people think is perfectly acceptable to say about how they look; a nod to Judaism’s own long tradition of saying exactly what it thinks. From sacred texts that freely comment on appearance to the eternal Jewish obsession with festivals and food, this episode has opinions, laughs and plenty to chew over. Find Rabbiting On wherever you get your podcasts, follow @rabbiting_on_podcast on Instagram, and tell them what you want them to rabbit on about next.

The core of being human is to be seen and to belong. Names give us that identity but naming people and things comes so naturally, do we ever stop to think about the power of it? Now's your chance for that and to find out why the rabbis have the names they do. And what they were nearly called but weren't. So join them in saying 'Hineni' - Here I Am!We're off-air after today for a little while, but go back, binge a few of our past eps, and we'll see you again soon.You can contact the show by following us on Instagram; @rabbiting_on_podcast or by sending an email to; [email protected] next time!

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Is Artificial Intelligence truly artificial if it's reflecting back to us our own human experiences? Is it funny, trustworthy or creative? The rabbis welcome a new guest from another dimension.Vote in the World Zionist Congress: https://www.arzenu.uk/With thanks to Google/Gemini

What can happen when men feel ridiculed or invisible? The Netflix smash hit Adolescence has prompted a new conversation on toxic masculinity and the complexities facing boys and girls and the people raising them.Also...tune in to hear how you can help create a fairer, more progressive Israel that is building towards peace.All credit and copyright to Adolescence: NetflixWith thanks to Arzenu.uk

In their last episode, rabbis Debbie, Miriam and Robyn discussed their differences when it comes to Israel. In this episode,  hear what followed when they met with Magen, an Israeli, and Hamze, a Palestinian, who, despite having lived through immeasurable personal tragedy, are working to give their children a better future.They believe peace can be possible if we are prepared to move forward together.Hear their wishes for the future and what practical steps we can all take towards peace.With thanks to Solutions Not Sides:https://solutionsnotsides.co.uk/Vote for change in the World Zionist Congress:https://azm.castiron.votem.net/election/037548cb-4cbb-4a94-aa9a-8aef017d4ddf

What happens when rabbis sit together and talk about Israel & Palestine without the burden of feeling they are having to be a voice that’s representing an institution?Here's how to have that conversation, so join in as they really listen to each other through their authentic struggles and legitimate disagreements.Join us again in the next ep to hear from those who have lived through the war to hear first hand the devastation from the perspective of both an Israeli and a Palestinian.The organisations and people mentioned in the show:Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib:https://www.instagram.com/afalkhatib/?hl=enX:@afalkhatibRabbis for Human Rights:https://www.rhr.org.il/engYachad:https://yachad.org.uk/Standing Together:https://www.standing-together.org/enA Land for All:https://www.alandforall.orgRoots:https://b8ofhope.org/roots/The World Zionist Congress Elections:https://azm.org/elections/

The rabbis are back again. It's two years since their last chat and the world is a very different place. So, what now? You can email the show on [email protected] and follow us on Instagram: @rabbiting_on_podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/rabbiting_on_podcast/

If nothing else is sure in life, you can be certain that change at some point will come for us all. After 18 years in her job, Rabbi Miriam is heading for something new and as the rabbis reveal how Jewish ritual is the ultimate guide to change-management they reflect on how good endings make for a strong start.

When faced with a difficult conversation, what better way to deflect than to talk about what you had for breakfast? In this final conversation in the current series, the rabbis discuss why it is so hard to talk about Israel and its complex democracy. And they take up the challenge of doing so, at a time when Israelis all over the world are protesting in the streets in defiance of the new ultra-right wing coalition that threatens the beating heart of their democracy.