One of the most sensitive elemnents issues within Charedi society is the matter of self-criticism, to the degree that those who engage in public reflective and critical thought sometimes pay a high social cost. Is it right to refrain from public self-criticism, even when justified, or is sunlight is the best disinfectant even for Haredi society? Ca…

A candid and fascinating interview with Eli Paley, owner of Mishpacha Media Group and chairman of the Haredi Institute for Public Affairs. What is the mission of Mishpacha magazine and what the boundaries of its purview? Is there low culture as well as high culture in Charedi society? To what degree do we need to engage in self-criticism, and what …

The recent war with Gaza brought to light a huge disparity of approach between Jews in Israel and those in the diaspora, raising questions over the connection between Jewish identity, support for Israel, religious observance, and an objective morality worth standing up for. An appropriate time to revisit old questions. Moderated by Rabbis Pfeffer a…

This first episode of the new Tzarich Iyun podcast delineates what lies ahead: A discussion that will engage in animated discussion and reflective thought of Anglo-Charedi life in all its richness, its beauty, and its challenges. The first encounter of many between Rabbis Pfeffer and Adlerstein: two Rabbis, three opinions (at least). To watch: http…