Two Rabbis and A Podcast

Becher and Karsh discuss the mitzvah of living in Israel.

Becher and Karsh talk about bread, flies, and Pesach.

Becher and Karsh marvel at the practical uses and study of the Haggadah, Egypt, and Exodus.

Becher and Karsh discuss the 10 Commandments.

Becher and Karsh discuss Tu BiShvat.

Becher and Karsh analyze the interaction between Jews and the rest of the world.

Becher and Karsh discuss the concepts of low, hate, and unity.

Becher and Karsh discuss whether or not Archaeology can have an impact on Halacha.

Becher shows Karsh a part of his presentation on the Cairo Geniza.

Becher and Karsh show off some of their favorite old books and discuss the appeal and enjoyment of reading/learning from a physical book.

Becher and Karsh complete their discussion on whether or not the Avos kept the Torah.

Becher and Karsh discuss whether or not the Avos kept the Torah.

Becher and Karsh rant then pivot and reminisce about the most interesting opportunities in which they were able to share their Torah.

Becher and Karsh share examples of Jewish cultural figures throughout history that moved towards orthodoxy.

Becher and Karsh discuss the reasons for Mitzvos

Becher and Karsh discuss the sound of the Shofar.

Becher and Karsh reflect on the interactions they shared with the Rabbis, in Israel, who shaped them into the people they are today.

Becher and Karsh recount their recent meaningful trips to Spain, Croatia, Tunisia, the Island of Djerba, and St. Louis, Toronto, and New York, respectively.

Becher and Karsh and Animals.

Becher and Karsh tackle Daas Torah.

Back again? Becher and Karsh explore Reincarnation in the Torah.

Becher and Karsh walk through The Museum of Things You Would Expect to See in the Torah, but Don’t.

Becher and Karsh discuss the idea of Humor in the Torah.

Becher and Karsh elaborate on the legacy of Exodus.

Becher and Karsh work out the differences between studying general wisdom and Torah.

Becher and Karsh continue their discussion about free will.

Becher and Karsh discuss the historical accuracy of the Purim story.

Becher and Karsh begin a discussion about the concept of Free Will.

Becher and Karsh discuss the concept of Vengeance, its use in the Torah, and how it’s been defined by our sages.

Becher and Karsh discuss the nuances of Torah interpretation, specifically how to properly understand the facets of the Torah that are not meant to be taken literally, yet offer deep and meaningful messaging, when studied appropriately.

Becher and Karsh reconnect with an old friend from yeshiva, Rabbi Yissochar “Suki” Berry, and discuss the depths of music and the effects it has in the physical and spiritual worlds. Becher and Karsh also get an update on the current military situation in Israel from Pinchas Becher, Lawyer and First Sergeant Major, IDF Reserves.

Karsh and Becher discuss the anthropomorphic language used in the Torah to describe some of Hashem’s actions, and how to properly understand those verses.

Rabbis Karsh and Becher discuss the origin of music in the Torah, and share music related stories from their time in Yeshiva together, in Israel. They tackle important questions such as:What is Jewish Music?Is music affected by its composer?Is music Mekabel Tumah?

Rabbis Karsh and Becher are friends of over 45 years. Both are career outreach professionals. In this introductory episode they take time to introduce their podcast concept and spend time reminiscing a bit about the old days. Karsh and Becher plan to bring a fun and unique perspective to all of the topics they plan to discuss, including all things Judaica, current events, and music.Come for the Torah, stay for the comedy, and leave with a fresh and profound perspective.