Release DATE: January 14, 2026 In this episode, we’re join by not one phish, not two phish, three phish (jew phish) guests! We dive into the world of the band Phish and the one-of-a-kind community that has grown around the band. Phrom the music to the culture, we explore what makes the Phish phandom so devoted, so joyphul, and so unlike any other phan base. We also reflect on what it means to belong to something bigger than yourselph and how community can turn concerts into c

Release DATE: December 31, 2025 It should be said: Fun is serious business. In this episode, we look at the comedy and heart-filled series, Ted Lasso. We discuss the title character’s impact on the world around him and the Jewish practice that he may be unknowingly doing regularly. From character growth to internal gratitude, this episode is a nice reminder to slow down, recognize the good that surrounds you, and maybe say thank you a little more often. And we hope you do, be

Release DATE: December 17, 2025 In this episode, we’re joined by special guest, Tamar Laddy, who helps us better view the less frequently made Hanukkah Hallmark movies. We explore assimilation, belonging, and choosing to stand out instead of blend in. And then, we do that again and again and again. Not because it’s a time loop, but because we loved this conversation!   The theme music for Torah Smash! was created by Shawn Fogel. You can check out Shawn's bands and studio work

Release DATE: December 3, 2025 The Torah says they no sorceress shall live, but what is its take on scientists? In this episode, we explore the tension between magic and science and the thin line that can exist between our understanding of both. Using a certain marvel metal hero, we dive into what counts as “magic” in the first place. From Shabbat science to Pharoah’s magicians, we examine faith’s role in magic and that sometimes the strongest force in the world isn’t magic o

Release DATE: November 19, 2025 In this episode, our guest host, Cantor Ross Wolman, helps us take a look back at the ambitious building of the Tower of Babel. We explore what happens when humanity’s drive causes their humanity to disappear. The answers to our questions may be revealed as we look up to the heavens, past the stars, and possibly where no man has gone before.   The theme music for Torah Smash! was created by Shawn Fogel. You can check out Shawn's bands and studi

Release DATE: November 5, 2025 With a world of fun facts all around us, we all sometimes get the irresistible urge to push up our glasses, tap that person on the shoulder, and say, “Um, actually…” In this week’s episode, we correct each other while reading Proverbs 16:16. We explore the differences between knowledge and wisdom, but you know that already. We debate when education turns toxic, which you already know. And why not everyone wants to hear your favorite obscure fact

Release DATE: October 22, 2025 This episode takes us to the Honmoon protected world of the K-Pop Demon Hunters movie. We explore the protection spell cast by Huntrix and find similarities with Jewish cultural symbols that could possibly have the same effect? We discuss what it means to create a barrier that keeps something out and what does that also then keep contained inside? Turns out physical and spiritual boundaries can shield us from the darkness, if you know what the b

Release DATE: October 8, 2025 Psalm 23 talks about walking through the shadow of death. Let’s walk into it together. In this episode, we...

Release DATE: September 25, 2025 As we reflect during this High Holy Day season, we’re diving into the Jewish concept of teshuva—turning,...

Release DATE: September 10, 2025 Finally, there was pretty strong Jewish representation in a Marvel movie! In this episode, we venture...

Release DATE: August 27, 2025 In video games, a “game over” isn’t the end, it’s just another chance to start again. In this episode, we...

Release DATE: August 13, 2025 Let’s talk genetics. Yes, let’s talk genetics. Is there an echo in here? Yes, there is now. In this...

Release DATE: July 30, 2025 Time to suit up as we take a daring dive into Pirkei Avot 1:10. From the streets to the courtroom, we unpack...

Release DATE: July 16, 2025 This week, we look at what may possibly be the least favorite torah portion: parsha metzorah. It’s tedious,...

Release DATE: July 2, 2025 In this episode, we explore the theory that suggests that all Pixar films exist within a single shared...

Release DATE: June 18, 2025 Remember the story in the Tanakh about flaming serpents? What about the one about unicorns? This week, the...

Release DATE: June 4, 2025 In this episode, Ethan guides us on a conversation to a galaxy far, far away to explore the rich themes and...

Release DATE: May 21, 2025 A year has passed since the goblins were driven from the village and the light of Hanukkah was saved by the...

Release DATE: May 7, 2025 Samson apparently loved Delilah and word puzzles. In today’s world, before he attacked the philistines, he...

Release DATE: April 23, 2025 Barak, Ethan, and RDY were finally in the same zip code together, for the first time ever! So they decided...