Best Rz Podcasts (2025)

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High & Tight 1:03:04

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To whom it may concern - the boys are back and they're bringing REAL smoke in Episode 366. Benny and RZ get into the baseball season as it stands. Some teams winning, and some teams using bats that look like they were crafted for battle in Thunderdome. There's also a little love shared for the late, great Val Kilmer. There's some chatter about the …

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High & Tight 1:06:53

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Come one, come all! Episode 365 is in the can and speaking of cans, the boys talk about beer in this episode. You know how Benny and RZ can get when talking about those smooth, canned devils. They also cover Red Sox acquisitions, Super Bowl, International Hockey a the difference between Travis Kelce and Gronk. Hint: One is a tool shed, and the othe…

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High & Tight 59:55

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364 is here folks, and we really hope you're ready for this. If you've already seen the cover art, it doesn't take Sherlock and that weasel "Watson" to uncover that Benny and RZ talk Bob Uecker. The boys pay their respects to the late, great baseball player, announcer, comedian, etc.. They also send condolences to a master of film in the passing of…

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High & Tight 59:06

6M ago59:06

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Ladies and gentlemen. Benny and RZ are back with the freshest episode you could possibly imagine. They talk about all kinds of crap like Benny't trip to Boston, the Celtics who PLAY in Boston, baseball stuff including Juan Soto who will be dead before his FAT contract ends, etc. They also get into some more Taylor Sheridan shows. Lioness and Landma…

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Mind the Gap! Israel and Chutz LaAretz: Connecting in Challenging Times 56:36

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By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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The Chief Rabbinate: Still Relevant? 51:14

7M ago51:14

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By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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High and Tight 1:00:48

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"Happy Halloweeeeeen". Here's a hot question: What are you gonna do, when 362 comes for you?? The answer is simply this: Listen. The next challenge is how to act when your mind is blown into a small mushroom cloud. That I can't help you with. I CAN tell you that 362 is hot. Benny and RZ bring it to the house on the baseball tip. They talk about the…

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The Religious Implications of October 7th 51:49

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By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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High & Tight 1:03:19

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You like having fun? Well check out 361. Benny and RZ are back, and they're breaking it down SO. There's some high-level baseball talk including an update on Benny's Fantasy league which he's earmarked to win! You should all send him letters of encouragement. There's also football talk which includes the Bears, AND the damn Raiders. Specifically th…

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High & Tight 59:22

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360 is here, folks. Full circle or, "A whole shit load of top shelf episodes for you to step to". Benny and RZ get a little catch up in, then talk Patriots, Celtics, etc. They even talk a little SNL and how it's been pretty much 98% whack-a-docious since the 90's. OH! They ALSO get into The Mayor of Kingstown, and really isolate how that show is so…

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Am Levadad - A Blessing or a Curse? 51:50

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By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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Summer Round Robin 40:16

11M ago40:16

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By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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High & Tight 1:02:39

1y ago1:02:39

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Episode 359 takes you into the bowels of baseball. The bowels of LIFE. Also basketball, humor, film, oh... and there's a fart story in there too. Don't believe me? Push play, and see if I'm pulling your chain, jack. No really. This is a pretty sweet episode so fire it up. Let Benny and RZ be your guides.…

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Orthodox Kids on the Secular College Campus 1:02:22

1y ago1:02:22

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In episode 153 - recorded about two weeks ago - of the RZ Weekly Podcast, we tackle the pressing issue of how Orthodox Jewish students deal with overt antisemitism on secular college campuses. We discuss the harrowing experiences of many these students who have been singled out and threatened in response to the war in Gaza., and examine the challen…

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High & Tight 59:21

1y ago59:21

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The boys are back in town, and you are about to witness the strength... of street knowledge. And a shit load of great stories and high-impact laughs. Benny and RZ talk baseball, they talk Shohei which is something completely different (gambling/lying about it), they also talk about their boss ass trip to the Bay Area. AND There's Tombstone talk too…

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Leil Shimurim 5784 - Reacting to the Iranian Attack 47:41

1y ago47:41

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WHAT JUST HAPPENED? Following the Iranian drone and ballistic missile attack on Israel, the RZWeekly team came together to discuss how they are processing that event, and how they are trying to connect to the mood of Pesach despite all the many other things going on.By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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HaRav Tamir Granot: The Pride of Serving in the IDF 1:00:48

1y ago1:00:48

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This episode begins with some heart-wrenching personal perspectives following the week of mourning of Daniel Perez hy’d, and then proceeds with an analysis of Rav Tamir Granot’s powerful and heartfelt remarks to Chief Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef’s hurtful comments.By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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High & Tight 1:01:16

1+ y ago1:01:16

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To whom it may concern - High & tight is BACK in the highly-coveted episode 357. Like every episode, 357 has it all though this time it's JUST a touch sweeter. The newest installments offers a variety of premium shit including: a poetic reading from Benny, a Super Bowl recap from RZ, a break down of how neither Benny OR RZ can quantify the phenomen…

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Dealing with our (strong) feelings about the Chareidi Community 53:17

1+ y ago53:17

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In this episode we do not discuss chareidim serving in the IDF. However, what we do discuss are our feelings towards the fact that chareidi yeshiva students are not serving in the IDF because they are learning Torah, while Religious Zionist yeshiva students are having their Torah learning cut short because they are needed on the battlefield. How do…

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A Growing Rift? 58:37

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In this episode of RZWeekly we examine the current emotional undertone within Israel and the related attitudes and daily experiences of Israelis, while comparing this with how many Jews in the diaspora – often under the influence of the general media - are relating to and interpreting current events in Israel. Given these differences, is the Jewish…

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The Mother of the Soldier inside Gaza 58:57

1+ y ago58:57

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In this episode, Mali provides a powerful and personal insight on what it means to be the mother of an active soldier who is fighting 'inside' Gaza. And she offers some insights about how to support those whose children and spouses are fighting.By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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High & Tight 1:03:11

1+ y ago1:03:11

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356! Get your episode 356 here! Yup, 356 is in the can, and if you're in the can, you should fire it up. Benny and RZ talk Shohei Ohtani, Bass Reeves, Fargo Season 5, and Die Hard because it's Christmas you son of a bitch. Oh, and Benny raves about Napoleon and how cool it is to make a movie about a French dude who does a sick American accent. List…

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Defining Gevurah 56:54

1+ y ago56:54

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What is Jewish heroism? How do Israelis blend gentle values with physical strength so that they are strong on the battlefield and yet sensitive at the same time? Why are some Jews uncomfortable with the image of the strong Jew? In this episode we ask whether our long exile prompted us to define strength in purely spiritual terms and how the current…

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Shattered Paradigms 52:58

1+ y ago52:58

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While we still shudder from what took place on October 7th, and while our sons and daughters fight for the security of our people and our land, as well as the release of 240 hostages, the topic of our latest episode of RZWeekly is 'Shattered Paradigms' where we consider what has changed, in terms of outlook and policy, both in Israel and beyond.…

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High & Tight 1:03:34

1+ y ago1:03:34

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Ladies and gentlemen, step right up! Witness Episode 355 in ALL its wonder! Let Benny and RZ dazzle you with tales of the Celtics, Major League Baseball, Forrest Gump, Bo Jackson, Shaq O'Neal and MORE! Prepare for mind-blowing content, the likes of which you have never seen! Well heard really. It's a great episode. Dig in.…

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Coping with Loss and War 47:45

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Yesterday evening the RZWeekly team recorded an emergency episode to explain what is going on in Israel and to offer some coping mechanisms to all those who are feeling overwhelmed. This is a sombre episode, but perhaps the most important we’ve ever recorded.By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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High & Tight 1:01:02

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Guess who's back in the mother-grabbin' house, with a big fat episode for your mother-grabbin' ears? Benny and RZ, that's who. The boys are back with coveted episode 354, where the gauntlet is laid down. The boys talk Indiana Jones, Bo Jackson, they catch up, etc. This one ain't to be missed. Grab a cool drink, sit down in a comfy chair and get rea…

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Unpacking the Unthinkable 59:40

1+ y ago59:40

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In this emergency edition of RZWeekly, we respond to the disrupted Yom Kippur prayer service in Dizengoff square, we discuss the fears and fearmongering concerning public spaces, religious power, and Jewish identity in Israel, and we try and offer a broader perspective of what the present is and what the future may bring.…

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Contemplating Kohelet 39:08

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David Curwin recently published Kohelet: A Map to Eden - An Intertextual Journey. We invited him to join us on the podcast to speak about what motivated him to write the book, what does 'Intertextual' mean, and why does he think the book of Kohelet, which is a hard read, is so relevant today. Give a listen.…

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RZ Soapbox and Playlist 1:02:46

1+ y ago1:02:46

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In our last recording for 5783, titled ‘SOAPBOX AND PLAYLIST’ each of us metaphorically ‘stand on our soapbox’ to share something on our mind to which the others then respond, afterwhich we each shared 2-3 Elul playlist songs which speak to us (see comments for links). Wishing all our listeners a Shana Tova and, as always, please feel free to let u…

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Building Resilience: Episode20 17:12

1+ y ago17:12

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In this episode we look into how we can more effectively deal with bad situations and bounce back from them more quickly.By RZ

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Getting Comfortable with Discomfort: Episode 19 22:41

2y ago22:41

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In this episode I look into ways to be more comfortable with discomfort. Link to the Journner - Planner and Journal combined.By RZ

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Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change: Episode 18 18:56

2y ago18:56

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In this episode we look at ways of facing your fear of change so we can achieve our dreams.By RZ

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The End of Innocence? 1:04:14

2y ago1:04:14

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The RZ hosts discussed a challenging article that recently appeared in Mekor Rishon claiming that the time has come for the Religious Zionists to take control of their destiny after decades of being deligitimized (in the author’s eyes) by the secular leadership in Israel govenment and society. This led to a spirited discussion about what tactics ar…

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Productivity Part III - TIme Blocking: Episode 17 16:51

2y ago16:51

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In this episode we take a deeper look into Time Blocking. Link to the Journ-ner( I know) SMART goal planning sheetBy RZ

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Productivity Part II - SMART goals: Episode 16 13:36

2y ago13:36

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In this episode we look at using SMART goals to help set measurable and achievable goals.By RZ

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Toning it Down 50:21

2y ago50:21

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Is Israel facing a civil war, or is there a way to move forward as a society in a civil way? In response to a recent article interview with Rabbi David Stav where he asked that leaders tone down the aggressive rhetoric as we begin the month of Av, a period that we inherently associate with internal strife, the RZWeekly team reflect on how to find h…

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2023 Summer Culture Edition 51:36

2y ago51:36

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What are we looking forward to doing this summer? In this episode, Reuven, Mali and Johnny share some suggestions about what to read, watch and do in 'bein hazmanim'.By Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter

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Productivity - Pomodoro Technique: Episode 15 18:10

2y ago18:10

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In this episode, I begin phase 2 of the podcast. The foundation has been built and now it is time to start working on building the life I want.By RZ

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High & Tight 1:01:36

2y ago1:01:36

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Welcome to three five three, jack. Benny and RZ a BACK. This episode brings to light a whole bunch of shit; each topic hotter than the last. Think about that. They talk baseball, pre-game on the new Indy flick, RZ's triumphant return to LA... and shoot, they even you to a sweet NCAA coach who is essentially a freestyle rapper. You should listen to …

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State of the Journey: Episode 14 14:47

2y ago14:47

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In this episode I attempt to make sense of this journey to date and review the themes I have been researching.By RZ

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Brain-Body Connection - Episode 13 8:30

2y ago8:30

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In this episode I explore more ways to practice mindfulness that connects to your body.By RZ

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Practicing Mindfulness: Episode 12 12:34

2y ago12:34

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In this episode I explore some easy entry points into practicing mindfulness.By RZ

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Dangers and Delights of Digital Torah 1:00:57

2y ago1:00:57

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Nowadays, Torah educators and scholars worldwide are not only using but are actually relying on digital Torah databases to prepare their classes. However, while these databases are remarkable in terms of speed and accessibility, their use raises a variety of educational and, in some instances, ideological questions. Recently, Sefaria proudly announ…

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Practicing Gratitude - Episode 11 13:26

2y ago13:26

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In this episode we look at what gratitude is, how we know it makes us happier, and how to practice it. Research: Bayrami, Mansur et al. “Investigating the Relationship between Gratitude and Perceived Social Support and Happiness of Elderly Women in Districts 3, 4, and 5 of Tehran in 2020 during the Epidemic of Covid-19 Disease: A Descriptive Study.…

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Following Your Passions - Episode 10 12:46

2y ago12:46

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In this episode we look into three actionable ways to make sure we follow things we are passionate about. Research: Locke, E. A., & Latham, G. P. (2006). New Directions in Goal-Setting Theory. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 15(5), 265-268. Ericsson, K. A., Krampe, R. T., & Tesch-Römer, C. (1993). The Role of Deliberate Practice in the…

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Am Levadad with Rabbi Alan Haber 1:03:49

2y ago1:03:49

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Rabbi Alan Haber has recently launched a series of online educational videos under the title Am Levadad where he explores the Jewish National mission and the centrality of Israel to Jewish faith. In the latest episode of RZWeekly we interviewed Rabbi Haber to discuss this initiative and why he feels these ideas are so crucial for all Jews.…

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Finding Your Passions: Episode 9 12:45

2y ago12:45

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In this episode we look at metrics to help you figure out what you are passionate about. Next week we will look at strategies to help follow your passions.By RZ

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Living Life to Its Fullest: Episode 8 17:53

2y ago17:53

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In this episode we look at the concept of living life to its fullest and explore 10 things we can focus on to help us on that journey. Here is the link to my TikTik if you'd like to follow along there as well. Research: Passions: Stebbins, R. A. (1997). Casual leisure: A conceptual statement. Leisure Studies, 16(1), 17-25. Relationships: Holt-Lunst…

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High & Tight 1:01:41

2y ago1:01:41

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Guess who's back in the mother-grabbin' house??? Benny B and RZ, that's who; with a fat helping of 352. Hope you're hungry, because the H&T Boyz bring is so very hot in this installment. They discuss a little baseball, a little basketball and guess what? A little goddamn hockey while we're at it. Additionally, they break down WWII feel-good movie o…