Join Rabbi Wildes in interviewing Rabbi Dr. Marc Shapiro for a fascinating chat about balancing faith and scholarship, misconceptions about observance, Judaism in politics, and the limits of Orthodox theology. We also dive into challenges facing Jewish identity, handling Israel criticism, and why students are showing more interest in Judaism. A thought-provoking episode you won’t want to miss!
0:00 Introduction
1:32 Academic Pursuits & Religious Values
14:48 Misunderstandings of Observance
21:20 Judaism in Politics
31:04 The Limits of Orthodox Theology
44:54 Challenges Facing Jewish Identity
53:44 How to Handle Israel Condemnation
1:03:28 Student Interest in Judaism
1:09:57 Wrapping Up