Why 1840?
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we sit down for a special podcast with our host, David Bashevkin, to discuss the podcast’s namesake, the year 1840. Though humanity’s history is long and rich, it’s only recently that the world has begun to look like we’re used to. From the renaissance to the scientific and industrial revolutions, technology and information seem to be progressing at an exponential rate. Judaism, along with all tradition, had to contend with modernity as we now know it for the first time. Most of modern Jewry has been affected in some way or another by this modernization of its members. What historical significance does the year 1840 have? What challenges did it bring for Judaism and other traditions? How did Judaism respond to those challenges? And in the end, how does modern Judaism differ from its other historical iterations? Tune in to hear David share why the year 1840 holds such significance for him, and how he feels its effects in his life. For more, visit https://18forty.org/why-1840.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
5 Mai 202025min
Talmud Conclusion
It’s hard to make sense and order within the Talmud. But maybe that’s the point. Listen to some brief closing thoughts on the value of building meaning specifically when it is not apparent.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
21 Apr 20206min
Is Talmud the Jewish Constitution? A Conversation with Chaim Saiman
In this episode, David discusses the mystifying qualities of the Talmud and how we find meaning in the nuance of Talmudic law with special guest Chaim Saiman, professor at Villanova Law School.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
18 Mar 20201h
Talmud as an Agent of Chaos: A Conversation with Ari Bergmann
Talmud as an Agent of Chaos: A Conversation with Ari Bergmann by 18FortyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
18 Mar 202027min
A Page is Worth A Thousand Worlds: A Conversation with Michelle Chesner
In this episode, David and special guest, Michelle Chesner, Columbia University’s Norman E. Alexander Librarian for Jewish Studies, discuss how the formatting of sacred Jewish texts has developed throughout Jewish history and impacted religious Judaism.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
18 Mar 202052min
Talmud Intro
Why start here? In a brief opening thought, David explains the role of Talmud in finding meaning amid chaos.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
17 Mar 202012min
Journey to 18Forty: A Conversation with Mitchell D. Eichen
Journey to 18Forty: A Conversation with Mitchell D. Eichen by 18FortyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.
16 Mar 202052min
