A Father To His People: Stories of Rav Elchonon Wasserman

The Tragic Death Of Rav Lazer Telzer: Yad Vashem Historian and Lecturer Yehuda Geberer shares the story of the untimely death of the Telzer Rosh Yeshiva, Rav Elizer Gordon who tragically and suddenly passed way while fundraising in London in 1910. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: htt... by Jewish History Soundbites

14 min listen

The Imrei Emes: Visionary Leader of Ger: Jewish History Lecturer and Yad Vashem Historian, Yehuda Geberer shares the story of the Imrei Emes for a group in Ger. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites You c... by Jewish History Soundbites

5 min listen

Yiddish Socialists and Polish Politics: Why Some Religious Jews Supported The Polish Bund: Yehuda Geberer explores the story of "The Bund", the largest Jewish political party in pre-war Poland. Both anti-Zionist and anti-religious, the Socialist Workers Party used Yiddish language and culture and succeeded in its efforts to harm the Jewish est... by Jewish History Soundbites

12 min listen

The Original Askan: R' Yaakov HaLevi Lipschitz: Yehuda Geberer profiles the life of R' Yaakov Halevi Lipschitz (1838-1921), famed secretary of Rav Yitzchok Elchanan Spektor and his lifelong battle against the Enlightenment. From his "Black Office" in Kovno, he headquartered an ongoing campaign to figh... by Jewish History Soundbites

19 min listen

Foreign Minister of the Eidah HaChareidis: The Strange Story of Dr. Jacob de Haan: Poet, journalist, lawyer, human rights activist, linguist, Zionist, anti Zionist, Diplomat, these are but some of the facets of one of the most fascinating characters in recent Jewish history - Dr. Jacob de Haan. Ultimately killed in the first Jewish pol... by Jewish History Soundbites

22 min listen

Tough Jews: The Jewish Soldiers of WWII: In honor of the 75th Anniversary of the D-Day invasion at Normandy, the role of Jews in the allied forces is a story to be told. Listen to the heroism and challenges of the fighting Jews of WWII. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbite... by Jewish History Soundbites

21 min listen

Baseball, PHD's and Torah: Foreigners in the Great European Yeshivas part I: The interwar period witnessed the phenomenon of young Yeshiva students from Western Europe & the US, who would make the trek to study at the great citadels of Torah in Eastern Europe. Come and follow their footsteps to see the excitement and the challeng... by Jewish History Soundbites

21 min listen

R' Shimon Shkop Vol II: His Enduring Legacy: The enduring influence and legacy of R' Shimon Shkop is through his seforim, family and talmidim. We'll explore how his Seforim came to be written and learn a little bit about his illustrious descendants. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://j... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

The Chofetz Chaim: Myths Abound: As one of the greatest and most beloved leaders in recent times, the Chofetz Chaim's legacy has attracted much legend. Join us as we reexamine some of the stories that are a bit heavy on the legend side. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://js... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

The Frank Family & The Slabodka Roshei Yeshiva: Yad Vashem Historian Yehuda Geberer shares the story of R' Shraga Feivel Frank and his wife Golda whose many descendants founded the great yeshivas of great Yeshivas of Slutzk, Kletzk, Chevron, BMG-Lakewood, Ner Yisroel, Har Etzion, Yeshivat Hadarom, Woo... by Jewish History Soundbites

8 min listen

The Great Phenomenon of Reb Shayala of Kerestir: Introducing a new Jewish History Podcast from Jewish Historian and Tour Guide Yehuda Geberer. Enjoy the story of the incredible phenomenon of Reb Shayala Kerestir that has taken the Jewish World by storm. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https:/... by Jewish History Soundbites

19 min listen

The Trials and Tribulations of the American Rabbinate Vol I: The Ridbaz in Chicago: The Ridbaz, Rabbi Yaakov Dovid Wilovsky makes a valiant attempt to improve Jewish life in the United States with a short stint as a Rabbi in Chicago. We'll follow him on his journey through America and the lessons he wished to impart, both successes and ... by Jewish History Soundbites

21 min listen

Chassidus & Ahavas Yisroel: Jewish History Lecturer and Yad Vashem Researcher Yehuda Geberer delves into the legendary love for fellow Jews that was exhibited by Chassidic Leaders such as Rabbi Yisroel Baal Shem Tov, Rabbi Elimilech of Lizhensk and the Chozeh of Lublin. Subscrib... by Jewish History Soundbites

17 min listen

Rav Shimon Shkop Vol I: From Grodno to RIETS and Back: Jewish Historian and Tour Guide Yehuda Geberer details the storied career of the Rosh Yeshiva of Shaar Torah in Grodno and author of the Shaarei Yosher, Rav Shimon Shkop and his ultimate decision to return to Europe following a year at RIETS in 1929. Sub... by Jewish History Soundbites

16 min listen

The Baal Shem Tov Vol II: What role did the Baal Shem Tov play in Jewish society? Did he face serious opposition? What was so revolutionary about his teachings? Beneath the myth and legend lies a great leader and personality whose story is one that longs to be told. Subscribe To ... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

The History of Torah Vodaath Part I: Torah, Chassidim & Zionists: Yeshiva Torah Vodaath has had a tremendous influence on American Jewish life throughout the last century. Here is the fascinating story of both the dreams and challenges faced by the visionary founders of "America's Yeshiva". Subscribe To Our Podcast on:... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

The Rama and the Great Lag Baomer Hillula of Europe: Yehuda Geberer shares the story of the "Rama", Rav Moshe Isserlis of Krakow whose Yahrtzeit is on Lag Baomer and the large gathering that occurred at his Kever each year. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ Follow ... by Jewish History Soundbites

16 min listen

Operation Thunderbolt: The Heroes & Villains of the Raid on Entebbe: Revisiting the legendary story of the Entebbe raid by Israeli commandos in July 1976. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites You can email Yehuda at yehuda@yehudageber... by Jewish History Soundbites

22 min listen

Uncompromising Zealot: The Life and Times of the Minchas Elazar: With the winds of change blowing fiercely across the Jewish European landscape, Rabbi Chaim Elazar Shapira, the Munkatcher Rebbe donned the armor of a fighter against the new ideas and ideals of his age. Come along as we follow this dynamic leader of his... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

The Wanderings Of Rav Yerucham: Jewish History Lecturer and Yad Vashem Researcher, Yehuda Geberer shares the story of the saintly Mashgiach Rav Yerucham Levovitz and his many stops on the way to the great Mir Yeshiva in Poland. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbit... by Jewish History Soundbites

13 min listen

Rav Naftali of Ropshitz: Jewish History Lecturer and Yad Vashem Researcher, Yehuda Geberer shares the story of the great Rav Naftali Tzvi of Ropshitz. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites... by Jewish History Soundbites

11 min listen

Napoleon and R' Menachem Mendel of Rimanov: Yehuda Geberer tells the story of the great R' Menachem Mendel of Rimanov and the timeless controversy over the Napoleonic wars that is still debated today. Did the Alter Rebbe really oppose Jewish emancipation? Did R' Chaim of Volozhin actually meet Nap... by Jewish History Soundbites

19 min listen

The Great Controversy & Everlasting Influence of the Ramchal: Although he was chased and held in great suspicion during his lifetime, the Ramchal achieved fame and everlasting influence in his death. Let's explore the vicissitudes of life and vindication in death of this fascinating personality. Subscribe To Our Po... by Jewish History Soundbites

22 min listen

Slabodka in the Holy Land Vol II: Tragic Ending In Chevron: The second episode in our Slabodka series follows the initial high hopes and successes of the Yeshiva as well as the challenges it faced in its new home. We'll follow the Yeshiva through to its tragic ending with the Chevron Massacre of 1929. Subscribe T... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

The History of Torah Vodaath Part II: The Great Rosh Yeshiva Search: How did America's Yeshiva find its first Rosh Yeshiva? Who were the luminaries that followed and eventually led the burgeoning Makom Hatorah that is now more than 100 years old? We delve into the story behind the early transplants from Europe's Torah Cen... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

Tribute to R' Nosson Kamenetzky Z"L: R' Nosson was a unique individual who made an everlasting contribution to our understanding of Pre War Europe. He was not only wise, he was a kindhearted and warm personality as well. A few words in light of his passing. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: Po... by Jewish History Soundbites

19 min listen

R' Chaim of Volozhin & Chassidus: Much more than just the founder of the Volozhin Yeshiva, R' Chaim was a multi faceted and devoted leader of his people. We'll follow one aspect of his leadership as he trail-blazed a new method of dealing with the reality of the Chassidic Movement of his... by Jewish History Soundbites

20 min listen

Tach V'Tat: A Revised History of the Chmielnicki Massacres: The beginning of the end of the Golden Era of Jewish Poland came with the terrible Cossack Massacres in 1648-49. The recent date of Chaf Sivan commemorates the devastation wreaked upon the communities of the Polish Kingdom. Putting these events into a fr... by Jewish History Soundbites

22 min listen

Yossele Rosenblatt and the Golden Age of Chazzanus: The name Yossele Rosenblatt evokes legendary awe as a chazzan, singer and composer. However, he was a man of his time who enjoyed fame and success on one hand, whilst experiencing challenges and travails on the other. Come along as we peek into the lives... by Jewish History Soundbites

21 min listen

The Baal Shem Tov Vol I: The Baal Shem Tov's influence on the course of history can hardly be overestimated. How did it happen? What was his world all about? Come and take a glance at the world that was his stage. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbe... by Jewish History Soundbites

18 min listen

Discover this podcast and so much more

A Father To His People: Stories of Rav Elchonon Wasserman

A Father To His People: Stories of Rav Elchonon Wasserman

Description

Titles in the series (100)

More Episodes from Jewish History Soundbites

Related podcast episodes