Making "It" Meaningful with Rabbi Malitzky
Making "It" Meaningful with Rabbi Malitzky
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Join us as we explore the meaning behind many of the customs and halachos of daily living as we bring 'it' to life
Covering Our Eyes For Shema
Why do we cover our eyes for shema? Is it simply to concentrate? Must we use our hands or can use use a hoodie or bury our head in the siddur? Are there deeper meanings?
Jun 25, 2023
37 min
Bar or Mitzvah? The Torah approach to Bar MItzvah Celebrarions
Let's make Bar Mitzvah celebrations meaningful
Jun 23, 2023
40 min
It's A Boy! Mazel Tov! Time For The Shalom Zachar!
Why is there a Shalom Zachar? What's the point? How did it get its name? 
Jun 11, 2023
37 min
How Strong Is Your Arm?! Throwing Candy Bags At A Bar Mitzvah or Chosson
Why in the world do we pelt the 13 year old with Candy Bags? Should it be done? Is there deeper meaning to this practice or should it be abolished? What about to the Chosson at his Aufruf?
Jun 11, 2023
42 min
Toameha: A Taste of Shabbos On Erev Shabbos
Toameha on Friday has become increasingly popular on Shabbatons, simchas, and in many homes. Just an excuse to party of something realy? What is it? What's the point?
Jun 9, 2023
35 min
Special episode #2: Happy Birthday? Happy Birthday!
Are birthdays happy days? sad days? Should we celebrate them? 
May 16, 2023
41 min
Special Episode: Don't Miss! Breaking Glass At Weddings
Special Episode: Don't Miss! Breaking Glass At Weddings. Understand the custom that the Chosson breaks a glass at his wedding
May 16, 2023
14 min
Special Feature: Honey, But I Don't Want Dairy!
Honey, But I Don't Want Dairy! Navigating what we should eat on Shavuos
May 16, 2023
45 min