The Rabbi & the Other Guy

Aug 29 2024 66 mins

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Welcome to ”The Rabbi & the Other Guy,” where Shalom Austin CEO Rabbi Daniel A. Septimus and Dr. Matt Schocket dive headfirst into the vast ocean of Jewish curiosity. Join us as we tackle every question under the sun about being Jewish, from the profound to the playful. From exploring religious and cultural nuances to confronting intense conversations, and even delving into the classic age-old question - what really IS the best type of challah?

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Summer & Sabbatical

Aug 29 2024 70 mins

Before they head into their mid-season break, our hosts sit down and chat about just about everything - work, sports, summer camp, and Rabbi Septimus’ sabbatical (and what that even is). We’ll be back in the Fall!

Jews & the Afterlife

Aug 22 2024 56 mins

Is there a heaven or hell? Do Jews believe in resurrection? What happens to our soul? And most importantly, did Darth Vader repent before he died? In this episode, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket discuss what the afterlife looks like in Judaism, both practically and personally.

Jews & the Hebrew Calendar

Aug 15 2024 66 mins

How important is the Hebrew calendar for Jews who live in the Diaspora? Are Jews allowed to interpret and implement the Hebrew calendar in their own way? Can we honor Yom Kippur at the same time TXOU is playing? In this episode, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket discuss the differences between the Hebrew calendar vs. the Gregorian calendar.

Jews & Repairing the World

Aug 08 2024 73 mins

Rabbi Septimus and Dr Shocket discuss the Jewish concept and principles of “Tikkun Olam” or, “repairing the world,” and what it means in different sects of Judaism.

Jews & Youth Groups

Aug 01 2024 57 mins

If you grew up in a Jewish household, you were probably involved in some sort of Jewish youth organization when you were growing up. In this episode, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket discuss what Jewish youth groups are, why they were initially created, and how important they are for Jews born in the Northeast vs. Jews born in the South (trust us, there's a difference!).

Jews & Tattoos

Jul 25 2024 56 mins

Are Jews allowed to get tattoos? Is it against tradition, or is it just another form of self-expression? In this episode, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket dive into the ever-evolving and taboo conversation surrounding Jews and tattoos.

Jews & Marriage

Jul 18 2024 73 mins

Love and marriage. What does that look like in Judaism? What is a Ketubah, and why does the groom stomp on glass? What are the rules when it comes to interfaith marriage? In our second episode, Rabbi Septimus and Dr. Schocket chat about the traditions of marriage in Judaism, and how it has evolved over time.

Jews & Judaism

Jul 02 2024 78 mins

Welcome to The Rabbi & the Other Guy! In our very first episode, our hosts dive into the overarching question of “what makes someone Jewish?” and what that looks like throughout Judaism as a whole.