Tanach & Tea

In this episode of Tanach & Tea, we’re joined by Rudy Rochman — Jewish activist, educator, speaker, filmmaker, and one of the most recognizable voices in the conversation about Jewish identity, Israel, and the future of the Jewish people. Known for his work building Jewish unity, exploring lost Jewish communities around the world, and challenging conventional assumptions about what it means to...

In this episode of Tanach & Tea, we’re joined by Rabbi Moshe Nachbar - Rebbe u’Mashpia, educator, personal development coach, co-founder of Nekudah Tova of Hollywood, and host of the podcast Light in the Pocket — and my colleague at Katz Yeshiva High School, for a conversation that goes straight at some of the biggest — and most uncomfortable — questions about Israel, hashkafa, and what Judais...

Special Episode of Tanach & Tea with my students L'Kvod Rosh Chodesh Nisan. Leilui Nishmat Baruch ben Roza & Mirel Bat Chaim Yehoshua Halevi. Being a slave sounds like the worst possible thing. So why would the Torah need us to go through Egypt? In this episode, we explore a surprising idea: that what looked like the lowest point in Jewish history was actually a necessary step toward r...

For our special Purim episode, Tanach & Tea is joined by comedian Mikey Greenblatt ( https://www.instagram.com/mikey_greenblatt/ ) to talk Megillat Esther, media, the connection between adultery & eggs, dinosaurs — and much more. We start with Tanach Barbershop Talk : If people in Tanach had podcasts, who would host — and whose shows today would they resemble? From Candace Owens to Tucker...

In this episode of Tanach & Tea , Leah Bahar — host of the Eve’s Gardeners podcast — returns for a deep dive into Adam & Eve - the moment the snake meets Chava, the conversation begins, and history tilts. But first… 📺 Tanach Barbershop Talk: “8 women who ate.” Not “ate” like Gan Eden. Ate like slayed. We highlight eight women in Tanach who absolutely owned their moment — spiritually, stra...

Recorded live on January 6th, 2026, we continue Sefer Shmuel Bet and explore Perek 2, Pasuk כ״ג through Perek 3, Pasuk ו׳ — where one death reshapes the balance of power and the cracks in David’s kingdom begin to widen. Asahel refuses to stop chasing Avner — and Avner’s final warning goes unheeded. With the blunt end of a spear, Asahel falls. The battlefield freezes. But the story does not. From t...

Recorded live on December 23rd, 2025, we continue Sefer Shmuel Bet and explore Perek 2, Pesukim א–ל״ב — the uneasy and often tragic beginning of David’s kingship. David does not rush the throne. He asks, he waits, and he is anointed king in Chevron — but only over Yehudah. Meanwhile, Avner, the true power behind Shaul’s house, installs Ish-Boshet as king over the rest of Israel. What should have b...

Recorded live on December 2nd, 2025 , we continue Sefer Shmuel Bet  and explore  Perek 1, Pesukim 17-27 — in one of the most moving chapters in all of Tanach, David hears of the deaths of Shaul and Yonatan and breaks into a powerful eulogy — "How the mighty have fallen." This episode explores David's grief, the complexities of his relationship with Shaul, the depth of his bond with Yonatan, and th...

Tanach & Tea TSOD is officially back! This is the first session of the new season and the 19th episode in our ongoing series, The Story of David HaMelech . Recorded live on November 11, 2025 , we open Sefer Shmuel Bet and explore Perek 1, Pesukim 1–16 — the dramatic moment when David learns of Shaul and Yonatan's deaths. In this episode, we cover: David's return to Tziklag after the war with Amale...

In this live Tanach & Tea recording, we conclude Sefer Shmuel Aleph with one of the most emotional and tragic moments in Tanach — the death of King Shaul and his son Yonatan on Har Gilboa . As the Philistines close in, Shaul faces his final test of faith and fear, bringing to an end a reign marked by courage, struggle, and heartbreak. Originally recorded in May 2024 , this episode was the finale o...

🎙️ Bonus Live Shiur — Chesed Circle, Hallandale (Sept 18) In this special live recording, we dive deep into the Yamim Noraim with a fresh perspective: ✨ Why Rosh Hashana seems like the wrong time of year — and why the Torah places it here instead of in Nisan. ✨ Yom Kippur vs. Purim — how these two days mirror and elevate each other. ✨ The "Mermaid" within us — half animal, half angel, half man,...

We're kicking off Season 2 of Tanach & Tea with a very special guest: Rav Eliyahu Pereira . Born and raised in Miami, Rav Eliyahu moved to Israel at 17 and eventually made his home in Tzfat. Always proud of being Jewish but not always religious, he shares how his journey led him into Torah, Chassidut, and guiding others toward a deeper connection with Hashem. From there we dive into themes that co...

In this 15th episode of Tanach & Tea , we welcome our first-ever female guest — Leah Bahar , host of the Eve's Gardeners podcast.  Leah and I have known each other for a while, but right before Pesach, I had the privilege of being a guest on  her podcast — my first-ever guest appearance on any podcast. Now, she's returning the favor and joining us for the first time as a guest herself. We've been...

In Episode 14 of Tanach & Tea, we are joined by guest  Elad Shachar .  We explore the festival of Shavuot and its deeper spiritual connections, before diving into the mysteries of creation from Sefer Bereishit. In the first half , we unwrap Shavuot: Why is Megillat Ruth read, and what does it reveal about our relationship with Torah? What do the four names of Shavuot teach us about the holiday's e...

In Episode 13 of Tanach & Tea, we are joined by guest comedian & producer Dovi Neuburger .  Tanach Barbershop Talk - Who from Tanach would make up the best basketball team? After TBT, we talk about how Shabbat is really freedom from freedom because freedom can be slaving. We take a full deep dive into Shabbos & how it is the ulimate gift from Hashem & the center of Judaism.  Also discussed - Which...

Bonus Recording of the Live Tanach & Tea: The Story of David Hamelech In this episode, we dive into Shmuel Alef Perek 28, starting from Pasuk 10, where King Shaul turns to the forbidden Witch of Ein Dor in a final, desperate attempt for guidance. As Hashem remains silent, Shaul seeks out the spirit of Shmuel — and the message he receives is chilling. We explore the emotional depth of Shaul's downf...

In Episode 12 of Tanach & Tea, we are joined by guest Zak Lenik . Zak sells real estate in Israel and has great thoughts on Torah too! (the link to his instagram is below) Tanach Barbershop Talk - Best orgin stories in Tanach you would like to see if you could After TBT, we explore the three blessings of Shabbat, everything Shabbat candles, creativity vs. rest, and the source for three meals on Sh...

Tanach & Tea is back! Tune in for a special Episode that will prepare you for Purim. Also, we have video now! You can catch the full Episode with video on our Youtube and reels on our Instagram.  https://www.youtube.com/@tanachandtea https://www.instagram.com/tanachandtea/ https://linktr.ee/tanachandtea This week, we dive into Purim's wild ride: Which holidays match the days of the week? Why does...

Bonus Recording of the Live Tanach & Tea: The Story of David Hamelech We delve into the intense narrative of David's strategic escape to Philistine territory and King Shaul's desperate decline. We explore how David, fearing for his life, seeks refuge with the Philistine king Achish, cunningly navigating his dual identity to survive. David deceived Achish by reporting that his raids were against Ju...

In  Episode 11 of Tanach & Tea, we discuss everything Shabbat. Is it really a day of rest? Does Hashem need rest? Tanach Barbershop Talk - Ranking the 7 days of Yom Tov Also discussed - Kiddush, The Testimony that is Shabbat, Is Shabbat really a day of rest from speech?, Talking in Shul, Why the world was created in 6 days and the prophecies hidden within that, Are we in the messianic era?, The Sf...

Bonus Recording of the Live Tanach & Tea: The Story of David Hamelech (Episode 15) In Perek 26 of Shmuel Aleph, David faces a familiar foe: King Shaul. Despite having the perfect opportunity to take Shaul's life when he sneaks into Shaul's camp while everyone is fast asleep, David chooses mercy over vengeance. Meanwhile, Avner, Shaul's loyal commander, fails to protect his king, and David takes hi...

In  Episode 10 of Tanach & Tea, we discuss many aspects of the Yetzer Hara & the mysteries of heaven via Kabalah with guest Shlomo Simpser! Tanach Barbershop Talk - Top 7 Villains in Tanach Also discussed - 100 Brachot in a day, Shovavim, The exception in every day of creation, Why Friday is VERY good, Yetzer Hara vs Yetzer Tov, how the Evil Urge roots for us & we owe him an apology, Yosef vs Mrs....

Bonus Recording of the Live Tanach & Tea: The Story of David Hamelech (Episode 14) This is the 14th Episode ( Check our Youtube Page for the first 10 Episodes of The Story of David Hamelech from last year ) & this is the 4th Epsiode of this years live Tanach & Tea Tanach & Tea: TSOD is every other Wednesday featuring Sushi, Cookies, & Tea. Join the whatsapp group for more details -  https://linktr...

In  Episode 9 of Tanach & Tea, we discuss Pru Urvu, the commandment to create, our purpose in life & many more philsophical discussions with guest Elan Teichman! Tanach Barbershop Talk - Top 7 couples in Tanach Also discussed - Why Shabbat might actually be a day of super creation, The commandment to listen to Tanach & Tea, Hashem wants us to develop & create, Does a convert need to redo Pru Urvu?...

We were recording our next Episode with guest Elan Teichman but we could not help ourselves & started talking about Chanukah even though this Episode will be released after Chanukah. Therefore, I pulled the snippet of our discussion so you can hear it on Chanukah. The full Episode with Elan will be released Jan 6 Bezrat Hashem.    https://linktr.ee/tanachandtea Want to sponsor the next Episode? Em...