Reviews
I found this wonderful website through my Rabbi who suggested this as a resource for my conversion to Judaism. I look forward to every new episode as well as past ones. There is such a variety of topics that spark my interest in so many areas. I am very grateful for this opportunity to learn...Read full review »
Mofongo from NYC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/19/24
I have finally caught up after discovering this podcast at the end of 2022 and powering through over 400 episodes since then. There is an amazing range of topics covered, the hosts are trailblazers, and the guests are always engaging and well-informed. Each theme that is discussed is covered from...Read full review »
Fabriekstraat via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/12/24
Love the podcast but found this episode deeply disparaging of rabbis and even the Jewish tradition. I thought you could have addressed the topic with more love and nuance. Disappointing
j sisenwine via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/25/22
I struggle with the connective feelings I long for from faith. This pod and the huge collection of conversations help me keep the big questions in the front of mind, and I deeply appreciate the eagerness to wrestle with topics in the grey area of life.
yeueixhei via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/17/22
As a “Jewishly inclined” person who has hesitated to formally convert only because of my less-than-traditional ideas, this podcast has taught me so much and helped me see that yes, there is ample room for divergent thinkers within Judaism. I am indebted to the Judaism Unbound team (and guests!)...Read full review »
Medieval Writer via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/17/22
Good subject matter but rambling long questions and comments make me wait for him to get to the point.
Thea's sister Roni via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/07/22
Thanks for doing this. With so many different topics covered, this is such an amazing resource. I’ve learned so much from y’all, and this got me listening to other Jewish podcasts as well. Thank you!
KR '14 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/26/22
Love this … learning and thinking each new podcast shakes loose my dusty thoughts and sends me deeper and broader. Truly makes an impact on my life and thoughts.
lively Liver via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/29/22
This podcast is exactly what I was looking for to engage in Judaism in the way I’ve always wanted to. Don’t quite have the right words to describe that. You guys have introduced me to so many awesome scholars and orgs, too. Thank you thank you!
maxandtheorange via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/20/22
I found Judaism Unbound a couple years ago and have been desperately trying to catch up since then, I wish I had known about it sooner. Not because I am behind, but because it brings so much life and vibrancy to my thinking on such a broad range of topics and ways of being in the world. I notice...Read full review »
Lena Ruth S via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/27/21
I have danced around the idea of Judaism/converting for years. It’s never been completely earnest, in all honesty. Nevertheless, my curiosity has been on the upslope as of late, and then..this. I inadvertently listened to episode 300, and in walks my aha moment. I wasn’t looking for this class or...Read full review »
BreannaJanee via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/19/21
I’m not Jewish but interested and this podcast is mind-blowing. The idea of engaging and loving one’s religion by questioning it and exploring any answer is novel to me and is so beautiful about this podcast.
mshaw26 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/20/21
I returned to this podcast a few weeks ago and I’ve been loving listening to the backlog. I’ve especially connected to the unit on trans Jews. It was really cool to hear several of my role models talk about trans experience and Judaism in such empowering and healing ways. I’m really excited...Read full review »
Khesed Bein via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/16/21
Love all your episodes, your series on transness in Judaism especially was moving and helpful for me. Highly recommend!
salvequidagishodie via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/07/21
I’ve had negative family experiences related to Judaism. I’ve had family members tell me I was too Jewish and others reject me for being not being Jewish enough. As a 47 year old man, I still feel very anxious around my identity. But this podcast highlights that I’m not alone. Thank you.
WestsideJeff via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/07/21
Judaism Unbound is a weekly two-host talk show on religious topics. The tenor is very speculative and non-Orthodox, so be ready for a bit of heresy.
jonn_msft via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/17/21
I’m really enjoying this series on the Bible. Great conversations with your guests.
chabad fan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/05/21
I continue to learn and grow as a Jew-in-progress with the incredible range of topics, nuanced conversations, thoughtful and wise guests, and expert inquiry from Dan and Lex. So grateful that I found your podcast!
mildwoman via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/15/21
This is a highly educational podcast that’s also entertaining! Looking at converting to Judaism so the conversations are very relevant.
Zalexa90 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/09/21
Thought-provoking takes on Judaism, breathing more life into it
LAM610106 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/08/20
This podcast is very well done and thought provoking and they’re doing really important work
r8things via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/03/20
I discovered this podcast only a couple of months ago and I am simply BLASTING through the episodes, taking Dan, Lex, and their rockstar guests all over Vancouver with me. I’m learning so much about the (turns out) rad world of Judaism(s) and the podcast is opening up all kinds of avenues for...Read full review »
Duggan C. via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 08/06/20
Love having a place for learning about Jewish innovative practices. Very inspiring and practical!
KTP Denver via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/20/20
Still wanted to leave a comment that you are my favorite Jewish podcast still! Love how in-depth your team is going into each subject. My second reason for leaving a review is because I’m finding the need for adaptation within Jewish practice very relevant right now with the spread of the...Read full review »
truegriffinforever via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/13/20
You broadened a Jewish perspective as wide as it could be.
Alykysy via Apple Podcasts · Russia · 12/15/19
Such inspiring and provocative conversations that touch on what it is to be a person, to form intentional community, to brave a changing world with an understanding of the past that envisions a future both intentional and flexible. I’m glad I started listening late in the game because any day I...Read full review »
Gracie N via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/11/19
Really appreciated the last four episodes on disorganized Judaism, and especially the unit wrap. Such a fascinating conversation. As a day school head in SF, this is literally my community—the vanguard of Jewish identity in so many ways. I’m grateful for the thought-provoking engagement.
Ludey Chris via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/29/19
A great podcast which discusses all the issues I’ve been having regarding Judaism, the bible, Jewish identity, Jewish history, Israel, Zionism and so much more. As a Jew who likes to question and likes to challenge the powers that be interpretations of events, the past and how things should be it...Read full review »
Roni304 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 06/10/19
A well produced podcast that puts forward challenging Jewish ideas that I usually disagree with (and that’s okay!)
Joshuashington via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/30/19
Often very thoughtful and entertaining But sometimes seems like like hosts let guests escape with lack of nuance and being too much in love with their worldview with out engaging in debate Somewhat different from real life Jewish conversation
AV vancouver via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/18/19
This podcast gives you an insight into modern Jewish thought. For me it has opened my mind up to what it means to be Jewish and it has given me hope that Judaism is going to continue to be a faith that shapes our world. Keep doing what you're doing guys. I love this podcast!Read full review »
09763885927 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/05/18
Rabbi Rick Jacobs is the president of the Reform Jewish movements preeminent organization the URJ. He is both an intellectual powerhouse and a gifted communicator. The next best thing to hearing him in person is this podcast series. He discusses the moral and ethical issues that are raised in...Read full review »
Docmurdoch via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/27/18
I have been listening to this podcast for a few months now -- and going back to listen to some of the many episodes I missed. The guests cover a wide spectrum within the Jewish world, from well-known writers and rabbis to lesser- or unknown mavericks and seekers. The hosts are intelligent and...Read full review »
bluemichellela via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/05/18
These guys frustrate me, now and again. And that is why I keep listening.
Emma Dawson via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/14/18
As a convert in process, I started listening to this podcast to learn more about Judaism. I've gained a lot of insight about current trends in Judaism and the boundless ways to be and think Jewish. I love the openness to many points of view.Read full review »
Makoinja via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/09/18
Ignorant, reality detached Israeli politics undermine proposed creative ways to rethink American Jewish institutions in America
Eddles! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/29/18
I started out this podcast tentatively but I've listened to every episode. These guys crack open the reality that none of us Jews really know what the hell is going on, and we're not really cool with that. Their guests are at the top of their game for Jewish innovation, and I feel newly...Read full review »
sabramowitz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/06/18
I am continually inspired and amused (inmused?) by this podcast. I try to listen on Shabbat bc it’s part of my imagined Jewish future.
rachelida via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/11/18
Episode after episode, there’s such interesting, entertaining, and world expanding content. They explore my people, history, religion, and the future of Judaism in ways I had never heard, and often had never even thought of! Great stuff!!
Nickname4WWW via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/10/18
I have been listening to JU form the beginning. What these guys are doing - the people they are interviewing, the quetsions that are asking, the connections they are making - will lead us from our time of wandering into the next era of Judaism.
jodiK! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/30/18
Stupendous.
Doikayt via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/26/17
I’ve been listening to Judaism Unbound since episode one, and it has aged like a fine wine, getting more complex and delicious with the passing time. I often pull ideas for sermons and teachings out of the episodes, and have been so excited about some episodes (like the most recent series on...Read full review »
Rabbi liZz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/16/17
I can't get enough of this podcast! It has opened my mind to so many new and different ways of doing Judaism, and given me confidence in my own sense of belonging in the Jewish community. Thank you Dan and Lex!Read full review »
hollygosoftly via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/07/17
If you care about Judaism, this podcast will give you food for thought.
VAB 1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/06/17
Important discussions with great guests.
Scott DC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/08/17
These are superb podcasts that should be required listening for Jews of all hues. We put our money where our mouth is by linking to the Judaism Unbound homepage from our homepage at FigTreeBooks.net. We urge all to share on FB and post on Twitter. They are tackling the most important Jewish...Read full review »
From Fig Tree Books LLC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/11/17
Inspiring, thought-provoking podcasts. Only recently found but can't wait to listen to them all.Read full review »
Justin7s9n6w0a via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 06/23/17
As a Jew by choice I am always looking for ways to connect, to learn and to integrate Judaism into my somewhat secular life. This podcast is key for me. I find it stimulating on both a spiritual and intellectual level. I'm grateful for the conversations had here and the manner in which they...Read full review »
ILoveLovett via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/23/17
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