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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 13 MIN

Is there REALLY such a thing as platonic Relationships? Rabbi’s shocking answer

from Rabbi In The Hot Seat with Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen · host Aish Studios

Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen tackles your most curious questions about Jewish law and life in his signature warm, straight-talking style. From the Jewish approach to male-female friendships and emotional boundaries in marriage, to whether Botox is kosher and how a Jew should navigate the internet — no question is off limits. Rabbi Dov Ber also unpacks why some Jews take on stringencies, and why your intention matters more than the strictness itself.Whether you're new to Judaism or lifelong learner, this episode will challenge, inspire, and maybe even make you laugh.🔔 Subscribe & share — this show is best enjoyed with friends!0:00 — Introduction0:25 — Does a hippo have split hooves? (Kosher animals)0:36 — What does the Talmud mean by "don't converse too much with your wife"?1:57 — Does Judaism prohibit platonic relationships between men and women?3:52 — Can a man have close female friends? A personal perspective5:05 — Why do some Jews take on extra stringencies (chumrot)?6:32 — Is being pooped on by a bird good luck? (Judaism says no)7:38 — Why do we put a mezuzah on every door, not just the front?8:43 — Does Judaism allow Botox and cosmetic surgery?10:46 — How should a Jew use the internet?To listen to Rabbi In The Hot Seat on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/rabbiinthehotseat🔔 Subscribe and turn on post notifications so you don’t miss out on any wisdom!✡️ For more Jewish inspiration visit https://www.aish.com – the world's leading Judaism website. 👉🏼 Connect and follow for more Rabbi Dov Ber Wisdom 💫IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/rabbidovberofficial/https://www.instagram.com/aishTik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbidovberofficial #SelfHelp #LifeAdvice #MasteringLife #Shorts #RabbiDovBerCohen

Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen tackles your most curious questions about Jewish law and life in his signature warm, straight-talking style. From the Jewish approach to male-female friendships and emotional boundaries in marriage, to whether Botox is kosher and how a Jew should navigate the internet — no question is off limits. Rabbi Dov Ber also unpacks why some Jews take on stringencies, and why your intention matters more than the strictness itself.Whether you're new to Judaism or lifelong learner, this episode will challenge, inspire, and maybe even make you laugh.🔔 Subscribe & share — this show is best enjoyed with friends!0:00 — Introduction0:25 — Does a hippo have split hooves? (Kosher animals)0:36 — What does the Talmud mean by "don't converse too much with your wife"?1:57 — Does Judaism prohibit platonic relationships between men and women?3:52 — Can a man have close female friends? A personal perspective5:05 — Why do some Jews take on extra stringencies (chumrot)?6:32 — Is being pooped on by a bird good luck? (Judaism says no)7:38 — Why do we put a mezuzah on every door, not just the front?8:43 — Does Judaism allow Botox and cosmetic surgery?10:46 — How should a Jew use the internet?To listen to Rabbi In The Hot Seat on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/rabbiinthehotseat🔔 Subscribe and turn on post notifications so you don’t miss out on any wisdom!✡️ For more Jewish inspiration visit https://www.aish.com – the world's leading Judaism website. 👉🏼 Connect and follow for more Rabbi Dov Ber Wisdom 💫IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/rabbidovberofficial/https://www.instagram.com/aishTik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbidovberofficial #SelfHelp #LifeAdvice #MasteringLife #Shorts #RabbiDovBerCohen

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