The Wildescast

Apr 09 2025 194 ep. 51 mins 19
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Jewish education and inspiration courtesy of Rabbi Mark N. Wildes, Founder of the Manhattan Jewish Experience (MJE). Founded in 1998, MJE is a warm and open community where millennial men and women in their 20s/30s can explore Jewish life and meet new people.

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The Story of Israel: Unpacking History, Zionism & What Comes Next with Dr. Noam Weissman

Apr 09 2025 69 mins  
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Rabbi Mark Wildes is joined by Dr. Noam Weissman, the voice behind the acclaimed podcast Unpacking Israeli History. Together, they dive deep into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, explore the historical roots of Gaza, and ask the difficult questions: Is the two-state solution still viable? How should Israel be taught to the next gen

From Soviet Prisoner to Freedom Fighter & Jewish Leader: A Conversation with Natan Sharansky

Mar 11 2025 72 mins  
In this powerful episode of The Wilds Cast, we sit down with Natan Sharansky, a Soviet dissident, human rights activist, and former Israeli politician. Sharansky shares his harrowing experiences as a political prisoner in the Soviet Gulag, where he endured nine years of imprisonment, and his fight for Jewish freedom during the Cold War. We dive into: ✅ His extraordinary journey

Faith, Strength & Resilience: A Conversation with Rabbanit Racheli Frankel

Feb 17 2025 60 mins  
What does it take to turn unimaginable tragedy into a source of strength and inspiration? 💔➡️💪 In this powerful episode of The Wilds Cast, I sit down with Rabbanit Racheli Frankel, a true beacon of resilience and wisdom. After losing her son Naftali in 2014, she has dedicated her life to uniting the Jewish people and strengthening our faith. 🇮🇱✨ We dive deep int

Faith in the Flow: Kosha Dillz on Rap, Israel, And Recovery

Dec 26 2024 52 mins  
In this episode, rapper and activist Kosha Dillz takes us on a journey through his music, identity, and resilience. From performing on college campuses and tackling misconceptions about Israel to crafting lyrics that resonate and spark dialogue, Kosha shares the highs and challenges of his unique path. He opens up about overcoming addiction, the influence of Jewish values like tzed

Vision Beyond Sight: Resilience, Justice, and Advocacy | w/ Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein

Dec 18 2024 81 mins  
Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein, a longtime friend of MJE and a true testament to perseverance and vision. Born blind, Justice Bernstein has defied expectations, becoming a trailblazer in law, an advocate for peace, and a marathon runner who challenges limits in every aspect of life.In this episode, we delve i

Navigating the Modern Jewish Landscape with Rabbi Dr. Marc Shapiro

Dec 03 2024 70 mins  
Join Rabbi Wildes in interviewing Rabbi Dr. Marc Shapiro for a fascinating chat about balancing faith and scholarship, misconceptions about observance, Judaism in politics, and the limits of Orthodox theology. We also dive into challenges facing Jewish identity, handling Israel criticism, and why students are showing more interest in Judaism. A thought-provoking episode you won’t

Why We Fight: Campus Antisemitism, Jewish Identity & Political Labels w/ Professor Shai Davidai

Oct 08 2024 62 mins  
In this compelling podcast episode, Rabbi Mark Wildes sits down with Professor Shai Davidai from Columbia University to explore a wide range of pressing issues affecting the Jewish community today. Professor Davidai shares his thoughts on notions of peace, why he continues to teach at Columbia, and the complex decision of whether or not to send children to institutions where antise

Spiritual Tidbits For the High Holidays w/ Rabbi Judah Mischel

Sep 23 2024 61 mins  
Join Rabbi Wildes for a meaningful conversation with Rabbi Judah Mischel, Executive Director of Camp HASC and author of the inspiring book "Baderech". In this episode, we explore how to become happier, more spiritually connected individuals, just in time for the High Holidays. Rabbi Mischel shares practical tips on how to embrace joy, positivity, and teshuvah during this reflective

Israel’s Current and Future War | With Former IDF Spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel (ret.) Jonathan Conricus

Jul 08 2024 53 mins  
In this episode, Rabbi Mark Wildes interviews former IDF spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus. They discuss the potential war with Hezbollah, American involvement, the recent presidential debate and elections, the situation in post-war Gaza, and actionable steps we can take. Tune in for a deep dive into these pressing geopolitical issues and their global implica

The Future of Zionism with Dr. Einat Wilf

Jun 17 2024 60 mins  
In this compelling episode, Rabbi Mark Wildes sits down with Dr. Einat Wilf, former member of the Israeli Knesset, for an insightful discussion on key issues shaping the Middle East. They delve into the Western indulgence of the Palestinian dream and its implications, the transformative impact of the Abraham Accords, and the legacy of the Oslo Accords. The conversation also touches