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Ranked: All Forms of Orthodox Judaism from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Jul 8, 20261 hr 13 min
Think all Orthodox Jews are the same? Think again! Modern Orthodox, Ultra-Orthodox, Yeshivish, and Chabad all have their own unique styles and commitments. Learn to disentangle them all, and decide what kind of Orthodox Jew you'd like to be. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Money, Priorities, & Purpose: Building a Jewish Life Without Going Broke from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Jun 21, 202657 min
Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
ISRAEL SPECIAL EPISODE! from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Jun 14, 20261 hr 18 min
The history, culture, and triumph of the Jewish Homeland. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Mishnah? Torah? Mishneh Torah? - Explaining the most important Jewish books from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
May 19, 20261 hr 3 min
What's the different between Torah and Tanach? Why does the Talmud have the Mishnah inside? And what can I read to catch up on the basics of Judaism? Join Rabbi Wildes as we demystify the sometimes-overwhelming world of Jewish sforim. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Who Can Become Jewish? from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
May 7, 20261 hr 2 min
Being Jewish is a lot of commitment! So why would someone choose to become Jewish? And what would they have to do? Join Rabbi Wildes to learn all about Conversion! Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Who is God? - A Discussion with Rabbi Wildes from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Apr 13, 20261 hr 17 min
What do we know about God? How much is it possible to know about God? How can we connect to God? How has our relationship to God changed? And what do you do if you still don't believe? Join Rabbi Wildes to discover all the answers, and to raise many more questions. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Israel’s International Spokesperson to the United Nations - Jonathan Harounoff from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Apr 6, 202648 min
The United Nations has a history of opposing the interests of the state of Israel, and that's putting it mildly. Meet the man responsible for defending Israel before this famously hostile audience. Learn about Jonathan Harounoff's work in the UN, and his project of informing the world about the women standing for their rights in Iran, at the risk of their lives. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
The Pesach Seder Exhibition from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Mar 30, 20261 hr 5 min
Join Rabbi Wildes for a complete tour of the Passover seder, complete with Matzo, a full seder plate, and many stories and insights from three thousand years of Jewish wisdom. For the full experience, see the video edition of this episode: https://youtu.be/VHsTM29orrY Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
HELP! It's My First Time at an Orthodox Synagogue! from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Mar 23, 202659 min
HELP! I've been invited to an Orthodox synagogue! I grew up Reform or Conservative so I don't know what to expect. Join Rabbi Wildes and learn that the Orthodox world isn't as intimidating as you might expect. Already a regular at Orthodox synagogue? Learn to anticipated the questions your friends might ask! Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Ambassador Ofir Akunis from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Mar 16, 202626 min
Rabbi Wildes joins Ambassador Ofir Akunis at the Israeli Consulate in New York City to learn about Iran, Israel, and the future of Judaism. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Should We Celebrate When Our Enemies Are Killed? from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Mar 10, 202644 min
This week Ayatollah Khamenei, the supreme ruler of Iran, was killed by US and Israeli missile strikes. While Khamenei was lifelong enemy of the Jewish people, does that make it right to celebrate his death? What can the story of Purim teach us about this latter-day Haman? And with so many troubles in the world today, how can we justify celebrating a joyous holiday like Purim anyway? Rabbi Wildes takes on these questions and more. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Should I Donate Money if I'm Already BROKE!? from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Mar 2, 20261 hr 1 min
It's my money! I worked for it! So why should I give away MY money? Rabbi Wildes teaches us about the laws and traditions of Tzedakah, and why giving away some of your money may lead to more money coming back to you. You can start now! Give Matanot LeEvyonim today: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQ00j3F38ScfLV73SbZe01 Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Breaking the Law! from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Feb 23, 20261 hr 6 min
What happens if you break Jewish Law? Do you go to Jewish Jail? Can a good Rabbi get you a lighter sentence? Or are there worse things than punishment in the physical world? And what can this teach us about choosing to pursue the righteous path? Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Flavors of Judaism - Which will you choose? from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Feb 16, 20261 hr 6 min
Every Jew has to ask the question: Which flavor will I choose? Will it be the favor my parents chose, or am I drawn to something different? Are all flavors equal? What if some flavors on the menu aren't even Jewish? This week Rabbi Wildes shows all the flavors to arm you with the knowledge you need to choose. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Valentines Day Special! - Why the Airport May Hold the Key to Relationship Success from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Feb 8, 20261 hr 0 min
Most folks in the secular world are familiar with the many frustrations of dating and relationships. Maybe the solutions have been right in front us for thousands of years! Learn about kosher dating, the benefits of placing limits in relationships, and why the airport might be the right destination for your next date. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Did It Really Happen? — Can I believe in Torah without turning off my brain? from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Feb 2, 20261 hr 9 min
Jews believe the Torah was handed down from Mount Sinai. But how can we know if we weren't there? And why should we believe any of the events recorded in Torah really happened? Rabbi Wildes addresses the challenging questions that lead intelligent Jews to question their beliefs. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Foul Language, Violent Video Games, and Whiskey — Is It Forbidden? from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Jan 26, 20261 hr 6 min
Rabbi Wildes faces a volley of hard-hitting no-nonsense questions about all the activities that seem wrong to do—but are they forbidden? If you need to know whether your vices and guilty pleasures are allowed under Jewish Law, you need to hear this episode of—Is It Forbidden? Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
Escaping Execution in Iran — Finding Redemption in the Jewish Community — William Mehrvarz from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Jan 18, 202641 min
Rabbi Wildes sits down with Iranian born William Mehrvarz. William escaped an imminent death sentence for the crime of Apostasy to move to New York and become Jewish. He joins us to discuss the recent protests and massacres in Iran, the implications for the future of Israel, and risking everything to live as a Jew. Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/
What is "The Jewish Experience?" | Book Launch with Shai Davidai from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Sep 15, 20251 hr 5 min
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Brushstrokes of the Soul - Healing through Art and Kabbalah in Israel from The Jewish Experience, opens in a new tab
Jul 24, 202553 min
In this moving episode, Rabbi Mark Wildes sits down with Israeli art therapist and visionary artist Rakefet Hadar (founder of Soul Pages) to explore the healing power of creativity in the wake of unimaginable tragedy. Following the violent attacks on October 7th that devastated communities across Israel — including women living on a kibbutz — Rakefet shares how intuitive art journaling and Kabbalistic wisdom can serve as profound tools for emotional and spiritual healing. Together, she and Rabbi Wildes discuss the intersection of Jewish mysticism, art therapy, and resilience, uncovering how artistic expression can help survivors reclaim their voice, process trauma, and reconnect to the divine. 💡 Topics in this episode: • The transformative power of art for trauma recovery • How Kabbalah inspires Rakefet’s healing methods • Women’s emotional journeys after 10/7 • The role of spirituality in post-trauma growth 🖌️ Learn more about Rakefet’s work at https://soul-pages.com/ — Subscribe for more episodes on faith, spirituality, and resilience from the MJE Podcast. #ArtTherapy #Kabbalah #IsraeliArt #JewishHealing #RakefetHadar #RabbiMarkWildes #SoulPages #TraumaRecovery #MJEpodcast Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience Website: jewishexperience.org Facebook: facebook.com/ManhattanJewishExperience/ Instagram: instagram.com/M_J_experience/

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