December 21, 2022Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy JewsEpisode 18 - Hershel and the Torah Smash Chanukah Special!Walking down the dark, quiet road is Hershel of Ostropol and, what’s this? He’s real?! Not only did this yiddish folklore legend save Chanukah, but he also has so much in common with another character from nerd culture. Find out who in this very special Chanukah episode!00:01:11 Introducing our hero, Hershel of Ostropol00:03:40 The trickster of Yiddish folklore00:05:50 “Better a whole lie, than a half truth”00:10:18 Have you ever been deceived and thought it was okay?00:12:27 One is just a more likable trickster00:16:52 We survive, that’s just what we do00:21:25 The Hershel Cinematic Universe00:32:32 Favorite Loki Appearance in the MCU00:40:15 HAPPY CHANUKAH!URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy, the premiere Jewish science and technology camp in the multiverse, welcomes young scientists, innovators, and digital creators entering grades 4-11. Located on the campus of the prestigious Governor's Academy in Byfield, Massachusetts, 6 Points Sci-Tech boasts top-notch educational and recreational facilities. At 6 Points Sci-Tech, campers participate in an immersive, hands-on environment that nurtures their passion for exploration and creativity through a values-based curriculum geared towards making the world a more whole, just, and compassionate place through science and technology. Their camp programming includes instruction in Robotics, Video Game Design, Behavioral Sciences, Digital Film Production, Chemistry, Programming & Coding, Cryptology, Digital Art, as well as a variety of counselor-led electives. For more information, call 857-246-8677 or visit http://6PointsSciTech.org.Share this episode with a friend: https://www.torahsmash.com/post/episode-14-the-mcflys-of-hillel-valleyConnect with us online, purchase swag, support us with a donation, and more at www.torahsmash.com.