Podcasts by Jews Did it First
The main thrust of this podcast is to shed light on a phenomenon that I’ve noticed over the course of the last decade or so. Very often I come across something in Jewish literature that is clearly an antecedent of some modern day cultural, legal or religious concept.The second will be counter-missionary claims. I think it’s very important that Jews know how to respond to missionary claims. I also hope this will strengthen non-Jews' respect for why Jews believe what we believe and not seeing us as some sort of backwater yokels who have just never heard of the “wonderful good news” as it were.
Further podcasts by Rabbi Yossi Madvig
Podcast on the topic Judentum
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Fetal Development from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Did the Talmudic sages have special insight into the womb beyond medical science? And what does the last day of Chanukah teach us?
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Baptism and Confirmation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Are baptism and confirmation actually Jewish ideas? And what is Chanukah really about?
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Eastern Mysticism Pt. 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
More fascinating signs that the mysteries so often associated with the East and the occult are really rooted in Jewish philosophy.
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Rip Van Winkle from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What are the true origins of Rip Van Winkle and what can Purim teach us about the coronavirus?
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Eenie Meenie Minie Mo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eenie Meenie Minie Mo: Jews Did it First
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Kill Them With Kindness from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is "Kill Them With Kindness" Jewish? And what's special about this month?
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Tying the Knot from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Why do we tie knots to remember things? And why are we so darn happy?
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Revolutionary War from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Does the American revolution have roots in the events of Chanukah? And what does Chanukah teach us in 2018?
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Frankenstein from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Where did Mary Shelley really get the idea for her famous Frankenstein novel? And now that the Jewish holidays are over, what do we do now?
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Onus & Onanism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ever wonder where certain words come from? Some of them have surprising origins. Let's explore some.
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Moderation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
"Everything in moderation ... including moderation"
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Midnight Mass from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Did Jews start midnight mass? And can a curse be a sign of love?
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#MeToo Pt. 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Let's wrap up the discussion of women's rights with a few legal documents that secure the rights of women in a highly patriarchal society. Plus a lesson in education!
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Spring Cleaning from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How old is spring cleaning and why do we do it? Also, introspection and true respect!
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Lent and Easter Eggs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Do Lent and Easter egg hunts have Jewish origins? Let’s find out!
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Mardi Gras from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What do Mardi Gras and Holloween have in common? Hint, it's a Jewish holiday!
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Valentine's Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is there a secret Jewish history behind Valentine’s Day? Is a pierced G-d/Messiah figure mentioned in the prophets? And is your body really a Temple?
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Eastern Mysticism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is Judaism the source of Eastern mystical religions? Will the Messiah replace the law? And is G-d’s law supposed to make sense?
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Multiculturalism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s black history month, so let’s talk about black Jews and multiculturalism. Plus the countown to the messianic age and a closer look at the 10 commandments.
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Halley's Comet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Who really discovered Halley’s comet? Does Isaiah discus the birth of the messiah and claim him to be G-d, Himself? And why did the sea split for the Jews?
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Star Count from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Were ancient Jews the first to accurately determine the amount of stars in the universe? Is the trinity mentioned in the Jewish Bible? And what can we learn about the 10 plagues.
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New Year's Resolutions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Where and when do New Year's resolutions originate? Did King David predict the crucifixion almost 1000 before it happened? And what can our forefather Jacob teach us about living a happy life?
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The Messiah from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Are Jews responsible for the holiday season? Will the Messiah be born on in the West Bank? And what's the best way to speak truth to power?
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Inventions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Happy Chanukah! We'll take a look at some inventions by Jews as well as missionaries :-P Plus, a lesson from the oil of Chanukah.
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Don't Judge from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is there a moral flaw in the criminal justice system? Plus we'll look at another bogus messianic prophecy. Finallly, we'll talk about loooooooooovvvvveeee.
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Thanksgiving from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Did Jews invent Thanksgiving? Maybe missionaries are right about something and a Jewish take on getting hitched!
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The Golden Rule from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Did Jews invent decent behavior? Also, what's with Isaiah 53?
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The Golden Rule from 2017-10-19T00:00
We'll explore the earliest recorded findings of the age old golden rule and find out where it originates ... and where it doesn't! Also, we'll delve into the king of all missionary t...
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Intro and disclaimers from 2017-10-19T00:00
Who am I? Why did I make this podcast and what purpose does it serve? Find out before you listen to the other episodes to help you get some context.
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