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The Jewish Living Lab
Hyphen
Join Rabbi Avi Finegold and historian Dr. Stephen Backhouse for Hyphen, a series of Judeo-Christian dialogues that challenge, provoke and broaden the scope of biblical and theological discourse in every episode as they help each other understand the basis of their respective faiths.Rabbi Avi Finegold received his ordination from Yeshivat Noam Hatorah in Montreal under the direction of Rabbi Joshua Shmidman. He studied at Concordia University and the University of Chicago and has been teaching Judaism in North America for over a decade. He is a founding Chair of Limmud Chicago...
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Ratings & Reviews
4.5 stars from 15 ratings
Learning lots!
Love the concept and the interaction! I can hear the excitement in Steve’s voice, but wish he wouldn’t talk over Avi so much.
Ande57 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 05/17/22
Great show!
I love the respectful dialogue and am learning so much! All of my knowledge of Judaism comes from evangelical Christian viewpoints so it’s refreshing to hear from an actual Rabbi! Thank you for putting in the time and effort to make this podcast!
Raejaeg via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/18/21
Simply excellent!
What a fantastic idea for a podcast. It is also masterfully executed, while still leaving you feeling like a fly on the wall overhearing a discussion between (your smartest) friends. Enlightening!
Josh Erb via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/05/21
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