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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast

History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast

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History for the Curious The most talked-about Jewish History Podcast History for the Curious features the dynamic historian and famous tour guide & lecturer: Rabbi Aubrey Hersh, live from the JLE in London, hosted by myself: Mena Reisner Join us as we cross continents, sail through the centuries, tracing lives, uncovering events and following epic journeys, to reveal the untold stories, the scandals, and the mysteries, that have impacted our history and shaped us into who we are today. Encounter leaders, visionaries, spies, heroes & traitors and unpack 2,000 years of Jewish heritage. Go back to the story of Jews in the Temple of Jerusalem. Confront the dilemmas of the Holocaust. Visit Paris, Prague, Vilna, London, Venice, New York & the Cairo Geniza. Meet The Russian Czar, Ramchal, Maharal, Maimonides, Churchill, Shabbetai Zvi and the Hapsburgs.
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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #92 - The Silent War II - IBM’s Deceit

#92 - The Silent War II - IBM’s Deceit

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07/13/23 • 43 min

In pursuit of profit, IBM disregarded all morals and supplied Nazi Germany with the technological capabilities to identify and pursue the Jews.

To avoid scrutiny, IBM’s transactions were carried out through neutral countries and veils of corporate secrecy.

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #41 - Geniza I - The Scandals

#41 - Geniza I - The Scandals

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05/03/22 • 32 min

A liar, a smuggler and a forger. All after the prize - the most lucrative of the 19th century. Meanwhile Cairo is opening up to foreigners...

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #69 - Holocaust Reflections I - The Undaunted

#69 - Holocaust Reflections I - The Undaunted

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01/03/23 • 36 min

The Holocaust offered almost no possibilities to strike back. Yet whenever the opportunity did arise, there were always some who risked everything; often paying the ultimate price.

Two girls - under very different circumstances - became legendary. This is their story

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #86 - A Look Back at History

#86 - A Look Back at History

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05/31/23 • 33 min

Celebrating 200,000 downloads! Thank you all!

Answering your questions on the Jews in England, Budapest's personalities, the Noda Biyehuda, Shabbetai Zvi in the 21st century, and introducing the life and times of Rabbi Naftali Zilberberg.

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #82 - The Unknown Genius III - Life on the Run

#82 - The Unknown Genius III - Life on the Run

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05/03/23 • 38 min

In the 1630s: The Catholic censors want his writings burnt and the secular authorities want him expelled. Meanwhile the French Ambassador brings him personal regards from the King.

But with the spectre of Kol Sakhal looming in the background, his reputation was always going to be challenged.

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #81 - The Unknown Genius II - His Later Years

#81 - The Unknown Genius II - His Later Years

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04/26/23 • 37 min

Who was this iconoclast?

A Rabbi addicted to gambling, who spoke out against Kabbalah. A Halachic authority and expert in Hebrew. Innovator in Jewish music, survivor of a devastating plague and speaker of great acclaim...

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #91 - The Silent War I - Deceiving the Gestapo

#91 - The Silent War I - Deceiving the Gestapo

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07/04/23 • 47 min

Heroism took on many forms during the Holocaust, collective & individual, spiritual & armed.

But the choice to live a double life meant choosing to live with the constant fear of betrayal.

This is the story of Helene’s choice.

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #63 - The Jews & Britain’s Prime Ministers III

#63 - The Jews & Britain’s Prime Ministers III

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11/16/22 • 34 min

The Jew Bill 1753

A perfectly harmless Act of Parliament becomes the launch pad for a war against the Jews of England. In the streets, the press, and Whitehall.

Faced by a wall of opposition, Parliament moves to restrict the freedom of the Jews.... But all is far from lost.

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #62 - The Jews & Britain’s Prime Ministers II

#62 - The Jews & Britain’s Prime Ministers II

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11/08/22 • 33 min

Is there an international Jewish conspiracy?

Why did England's Jews move away from Orthodoxy without Haskallah or Reform.

Were Jews involved in crime during the 1700s? And who was the Jewish wife of the P.M.?

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History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast - #121 - Financial Responsa in History II - Shuls, Politics & Power (feat. Dayan Y Posen)
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04/12/24 • 49 min

For centuries Jews faced restrictions building their shuls. Halachic questions arose across Europe concerning rights, ownership and use. And closer to our day, when communities split, the assets would often be fought over. For the trip, please email: [email protected]

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00:00 Introduction and Overview

07:41 Shul as a Place of Assembly and Governance

14:13 Challenges in Shul Expansion and Renovation

29:14 Ownership and Rights of a Community in a Shul

38:13 The Changing Dynamics of Shuls and the Role of Trustees


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How many episodes does History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast have?

History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast currently has 146 episodes available.

What topics does History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast cover?

The podcast is about History, Religion & Spirituality, Podcasts and Judaism.

What is the most popular episode on History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast?

The episode title '#92 - The Silent War II - IBM’s Deceit' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast?

The average episode length on History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast is 39 minutes.

How often are episodes of History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast released?

Episodes of History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast are typically released every 7 days, 13 hours.

When was the first episode of History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast?

The first episode of History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast was released on May 26, 2021.

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