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“Man, I miss this podcast so much. It was so uplifting to listen to every week. I dip back into old episodes (and there are many gems), but it’s not the same as the when new parsha interpretations would come out every week. Rabbi Jacobs is phenomenal. And I love the “l’hitraot” at the end.
I hope...”Read full review »
Tomer reviews things via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/23
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“Hey, you need to get to the point. Cut to five minutes. Enough of this stuff that may work for your close congregation. What do you have to say that is of value re the torah portion. Follow the Prager U model.”
spamsiv via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/04/21
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“Finally a podcast that provides inspiration for jews like me. I am sorry that this podcast stopped over a year ago - I just found it! Fortunately there are lots of episodes to review. I hope they get back to it - the liberal Jewish community needs leadership and grounding more than ever =...”Read full review »
MSeiderMD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/21/21
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“Rabbi Jacobs is very clear in his explanations and I feel he understands me as a multi ethnic Jewish women. After listening to him I always feel that I want to be a better person. I want to learn more about my Judaism and get closer to Hashem. And I want to try to make the world better for all...”Read full review »
Marlene April via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/20
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“This podcast has become a part of my weekly routine. Part of studying Torah is contemplating what the parasha ‘means to you’. How does this ancient text still resonate today? While I may not walk away from every podcast in complete agreement with the thoughts of the week, I certainly have food...”Read full review »
Sylphie9 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/03/19
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“I’m not Jewish but this podcast exudes wisdom, and has been a lovely and transparent way to learn about Judaism and bring me closer to the Jewish people in my life and my community, as well as to receive general wisdom for being human”
Garage games via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/22/19
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“Listening to Rabbi Jacobs every week for the first few months was fine, but in the intro it says he will sometimes have a guest. With 900 congregations in the Reform Movement, there should be more guests. They say every rabbi really has one sermon to give. We’ve heard Rabbi Jacob’s sermon. How...”Read full review »
Rabbiyoung via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/19
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“As a deist who is exploring their Jewish ancestry and more about the Jewish faith and how it relations today. I find Rabbi Rick Jacobs a welcoming addition to my podcast feed weekly. He provides the Torah portion in a way this non-Jew can understand. Sometimes I have to wait till I am in the...”Read full review »
MistakenLamb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/19
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“Such a blessing for someone who's only recently (re)acquainted herself with religion, to have this podcast as a reminder of the extra moral compass one carries around with her/him. It helps me to realign myself with what's really important. Thanks urj!”Read full review »
Librariel via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
05/25/19
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“Excellent explanation.”
Dransphd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/19
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“I love to listen to this weekly podcast. I always come away with a new way of thinking about and understanding the weekly parsha.”
jkolmen50266 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/19
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“Not everyone lives in an area of the country or a part of the world where “stacks of matzah” are sitting on grocery market shelves beaconing us toward Passover. I was surprised that a Reformed podcast wasn’t more aware of this fact. In rural, eastern NC where we live, we are lucky to even find...”Read full review »
Lidror via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/19
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“As a new student to Judaism and someone heading towards conversion, this podcast is more than helpful. Rabbi Jacobs’ take on the Torah portion of the week not only explain the stories but also connect them to today’s world. Thank you for this thoughtful and beautiful podcast!”
Blue8star8 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/19
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“But listening to Rabbi Jacobs makes me yearn for a greater understanding of my ancestors and their faith. His wisdom is priceless!”
ProfWormwood via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/19
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“Rabbi Rick Jacobs talks intelligently about Torah, God, the world, poetry, and more. I especially enjoyed his recent commentary on Robert Alter's translation of the Tanach.”Read full review »
SarahPortland via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/19
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“I look forward to listening to On The Other Hand every week. Rabbi Jacobs talks about the Torah portion. For the week and then makes it relevant to my life. I appreciate the insight and learning he brings to the topic and his teaching ability.”
Silvrfox24 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/19
“Two kindred spirits trying to reach the summit of Everest. One saves the other from death and brings him to safety at great risk and cost to himself. Fantastic. Commendable. But when you look at it, you see a young patriotic Israeli Jew helping a Turk, a Muslim at that! That’s sad. Think about it...”Read full review »
Cupacoffee and a book via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/18
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“I listen to this podcast every week and the words consistently add meaning to my life. While I really appreciated the organ donation episode, as I prepare to donate my kidney a few days before Rosh Hashanah, I wish there were more discussion about the opportunity and need to be a living donor.”
katiet11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/18
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“If you want a distortion of Torah, these podcasts are for you. The URJ is notorious in its chillul HaShem, an utter shame! Given the track record of the He URJ from its beginning (the treyfe banquet of the 1800s), one shouldn’t expect anything good to come from this podcast. Especially since they...”Read full review »
MenachemShaul5747 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/20/18
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“In the last year, I’ve been reading the Parshah. It’s been a good journey, but adding this podcast as part of my weekly pattern has been a lovely addition. Rabbi Rick Jacobs is extremely intelligent, articulate, and weaves in to his commentary not just relevant sections from the Mishnah or...”Read full review »
Christina Nashville via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/18
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“I’m so delighted I found this podcast. In my crazy busy week with young children - I now have time to listen and learn and I find every week so valuable.”
cmcbrc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/18
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“Always a great source of inspiration. Rabbi Rick Jacobs is easy to follow and his commentaries are full of powerful insights. I particularly appreciate the bridges he creates between the texts and everyday life. This was particularly beautifully done in today’s discussion of Parashat B’shalach...”Read full review »
br979 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
01/22/18
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“I've been thinking about conforming to Reform Judaism, and this is helps me to really take the time to think about what I believe in. It's quite moving, and with every episode I listen to, I'm becoming more and more educated on Reform Judaism. It really makes me feel connected to the...”Read full review »
Baxter6147 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/17
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“I listen every Friday as a way to kick off Shabbat on the way home from work. Inspiring without being preachy or judgmental.”
AlFromMA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/17/17
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“I look forward to Rabbi Jacobs weekly podcast and really enjoy how he puts the weekly parsha into modern terms with practical applications. Thank you for your weekly uplifting message and education.”
syd nyc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/17
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“Perfect to listen to while preparing for Shabbat!”
RJL64 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/17
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bob123!#W via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/17
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“What a great weekly morsel of wisdom and inspiration. Highly recommended! It's impactful as you go through your week and and connects you in a meaningful way with Torah that is in keeping with Reform Judaism. Not dogmatic but thought provoking.”Read full review »
Dr Beacon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/17
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“Absolutely amazing podcast!!!! Makes my week so much brighter and helps me to better understand Torah and think deeply about the week's portion.”Read full review »
Morgan Hyatt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/17
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“This podcast is very good. Just genuinely enjoyable and really helps you understand the meaning behind Reform Judaism. Really recommend it to Jews, Gentiles, or anyone looking to learn about Judaism.”
Steve Kubitz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/16
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“This podcast is unique because it allows me to learn about the weekly Torah portion while connecting it to smart and timely commentary about the world around me.”
JM in Park Slope via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/16
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“Easy to understand and follow. Very well done.”
Great insights in short order via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/23/16
“I love getting to spend even just a few minutes contemplating Torah in such cases an accessible and modern way. I always look forward to it.”
Meadow1774 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/16
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“This has been such a good podcast that brings Torah home and in a usable context ...”
Globaldonnica via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/16
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“So nice to hear a modern take on Jewish texts. Can Rabbi Jacobs be my rabbi?”
inNYC01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/16
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“Both soothing and uplifting. Really easy way to make important ancient teachings relevant to my life today! Good way to start the day, and I find I continue to think about these themes much later too.”
Commuter Mom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/16
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“An easy listen for a weekly dose of Torah. Love Rabbi Jacobs' enthusiasm for the topics! Will definitely keep listening”Read full review »
SadieDC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/16
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“With such busy weeks - realistically or perceived - this podcast is a very good way to slow everything down a bit and reconnect with ideas that help refocus on what is important.”
Leorakaye1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/16
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“Fantastic addition to available ways to access Torah”
mksilver1971 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/16
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“This podcast provides thoughtful and engaging commentary and I look forward to hearing Rabbi Jacobs’ insight and reflections on the weekly parsha!”
CIF23 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/16
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“I have been reading the "Ten Minutes" for about a year now, but much happier havng it read to me on my way to or from work. Thanks again to the URJ”Read full review »
esaslaw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/16
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“An awesomely nourishing food for thought aural experience of life's 1s, 2s, and 3s within the spiritual context of 6th sense growth. Awesome thoughts shared that reflect well with my experience of life. Thank you.”Read full review »
Keyfeelings via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
02/11/16
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“I love the way this podcast brings the Torah into my life in a modern and convenient way — the 10 minute snapshots are an awesome start to my day. Highly recommend!”
Jenna Everton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/16
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“This new podcast is a great addition to the woefully underpopulated world of Jewish podcasting. Rabbi Rick Jacobs conveys his passion for (and deep knowledge of) Torah, while maintaining the miodern insights and elements that have made Reform Judaism the largest Jewish denomination in North America.”
HeySuburban via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/16
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