Bad Jew

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  • What is a bad jew? What does it take to not be one? Is it anti-Semitic to say? Or is it just a phrase that Jews use to cruelly judge one another? Chaz Volk, a newly observant Jew, shares that the greatest way to embrace your identity is to question everything. And we mean EVERYTHING! Chaz questions the Torah, law, politics, standards, communities and even G-d itself in this confrontational and edgy show. About Chaz: Chaz Volk grew up in Thousand Oaks, California where he began Torah studies until he was Bar Mitzva'ed at Temple Etz Chaim. From a young age, he was very aware of his uniqueness and how he was the token-Jew outside of Jewish settings. In middle school, Chaz experienced his first taste of antisemitism which brought him closer to his identity, despite his adversaries' wishes. Later, he'd attend San Francisco State University, where he'd get deeply involved at SF Hillel as a volunteer and intern. SFSU's social climate and its perspective on Jews and Zionism became clear from an early point. He'd later become the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit known today as Volk v. CSU Board of Trustees. In this class action case, Chaz Volk and his representation won. Since then, Chaz has proudly immersed himself in his identity and partaken in communities across southern California. Most recently, Chaz's emotional awakening occurred on an organized trip to Israel. There he adopted new practices that he instilled in his lifestyle to this day. Today, he's a volunteer and frequent of Aish HaTorah's programming and plans to use this show to promote their programs, events, and resources along with valuable Jewish teachings. Want to engage with our online WhatsApp community? Email: BadJewPod@gmail.com Brand partnership: BadJewPod@gmail.com IG: @badjewpod TikTok: @badjewpod
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Episodes
  • What Is Tefillin? with Sruly Meyer

    What Is Tefillin? with Sruly Meyer
    Feb 5 2025
    Jews wear these weird boxes on their arms and head. They are placed there for some specific holy reason but to an outsider it's unclear why it has to be worn to pray. These "phylacteries" have an aesthetic that could be misconstrued, but once you know the truth, you won't want to take them off. Sruly Meyer, a kosher chef and return guest to the podcast, offers a comprehensive look into the beauty and holiness of tefillin. Using his very own to personally teach us, Chaz Volk, host of Bad Jew, takes the opportunity to learn about the specific details of the Tefillin that you might've missed putting it on the first time! 00:00 Introduction 04:15 "Tefillin Stands Revolutionize Outreach" 08:29 "Neglected Ritual Significance" 09:46 A ritual before the Torah. 13:15 Obedience to G-d 17:14 Spiritual community 20:21 "When Will Moshiach Come?" 25:22 Design cases 28:11 Chaz's first tefillin 29:15 Unexpected Tefillin Lesson in store 33:36 The 4-stemmed shine confusion 37:59 Your existence 40:29 Can women wear tefillin? 44:01 Spiritual meets Physical 48:07 Find Tefillin Stands Near You 49:03 The 4-stemmed shine ANSWERED by Chabad.org 52:42 Conclusion About Sruly Meyer: Sruly runs a marketing agency in Hollywood, Florida. He is a home cook and recipe developer who runs a food and travel blog, discussing local food scenes and daily Jewish life. He is a proud Jewish father and business owner. Connect with Sruly Meyer IG and TikTok @srulycooks www.SrulyMeyer.com Want to fight anti-Semitism for $5? **VOTE for Chaz in the Aish Ha'am Slate** https://vote.aish.com/?source=ChazVolk Connect with Bad Jew: BadJew.co https://linktr.ee/badjew BadJewPod@gmail.com Ig @BadJewPod TikTok @BadJewPod
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    54 mins
  • When Should I Start Dating? with Coach Daniel Ratner

    When Should I Start Dating? with Coach Daniel Ratner
    Jan 29 2025
    Do you have the heartthrob of a hopeless romantic that bounces from one love to another? Do you go heart-first into relationships only to find yourself washed up from another treacherous and dramatic quarrel? Dating is hard but learning when to enter the dating scene is another matter. Coach Daniel Ratner jumps back onto the podcast to talk about the 'WHEN' that is so essential for dating. Drawing from the wisdom of the 5 books of Moses, including the creation story, Coach Daniel Ratner has created a system of effective and meaningful dating habits that work and have made relationships stand the test of time. Ratner teaches Chaz Volk, host of Bad Jew, the complicated and misunderstood world of Jewish dating. 00:00 Introduction 03:05 Am I Ready for Dating? 08:45 Show Her Vulnerability 10:42 Prioritize Emotional Connection at Home 12:25 Reconsidered Traditions 17:15 King Solomon's Ring 20:40 Three Pre-Marriage Questions 22:38 Case Study 26:10 Mindful Communication in Marriage 29:06 Ritual Significance at Wedding 32:27 Conclusion Want to fight anti-Semitism for $5? **VOTE for Chaz in the Aish Ha'am Slate** https://vote.aish.com/?source=ChazVolk About Coach Daniel Ratner: Coach Ratner was a world-class rare coin dealer & real estate developer in America. He has now transitioned himself into an influential educator for organizations who seek inspiration. His focus is on fostering meaningful relationships, building self-esteem, and providing spiritual motivation. His 5th book, “Infinite Marriage: The 4 Phases of Loving Relationship”, was released in May 2024. Connect Coach Daniel Ratner: Podcast: Living in Clarity - available on all podcast platforms! www.coachratner.com Connect Bad Jew: BadJew.co https://linktr.ee/badjew BadJewPod@gmail.com Ig @BadJewPod TikTok @BadJewPod
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    34 mins
  • Why Are New Beginnings Difficult? with Rabbi Benzion Klatzko

    Why Are New Beginnings Difficult? with Rabbi Benzion Klatzko
    Jan 22 2025
    It's finally 2025 (5785 for those keeping track) and you want to start that new years resolution. A classic example that everyone struggles with is the desire to take on the dreaded gym goals. We know how this song goes: You start your gym membership. You realize how hard it is. You give up. Sound familiar? Of course it does. Whether or not you go to the gym, there are hundreds of tasks we wish we could take on but never do. Rabbi Benzion Klatzko, a return guest from the early days of Bad Jew, comes back onto the podcast to reintroduce his wisdom to the Bad Jew fan base. Klatzko highlights the importance of new beginnings and explains from the deeper Talmudic lens why starting anything is excruciatingly difficult. This concept is no stranger to Chaz Volk who expresses the literal new beginning he is in by being in Israel for a FULL YEAR to study in Yeshiva at Aish HaTorah. Join Rabbi Klatzko and Chaz as they fully grasp the heavy burden of trying something new. 00:00 Life Update: ISRAEL!!! 05:08 The beginning of Bad Jew 08:46 Chasing New Project Highs 12:49 Vision as True Wisdom 13:57 Message for Unaware Complainers 18:41 Inspiring Encounter with Young Adults 21:44 Reflections Shape Relationships and Happiness 24:19 "Weathered Faces, Resonant Journeys" About Rabbi Benzion Klatzko: Rabbi Benzion Klatzko is an ordained rabbi, a music producer, a published author, and a radio talk show host. Dubbed the “Hollywood Rabbi,” for years Rabbi Klatzko delivered a popular monthly class in Jewish thought to many of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Rabbi Klatzko is one of the national directors for Jewish life on campus in North America and was named “One of America’s Most Inspiring Rabbis” by the Jewish Forward Magazine in 2014. Rabbi Klatzko is also the founder of Shabbat.com, the world’s largest Jewish social network, helping people find Shabbat, Jewish Dating, and employment in over 120 countries. Connect with Rabbi Benzion Klatzko: Email: RabbiKlatzko@gmail.com Music: Klatzko Art: RishonArt.com Join Shabbat.com, the World's Largest Jewish Network, and download the app. Dating, Jobs, and Shabbat Hospitality Worldwide! http://www.Shabbat.com Connect with Bad Jew BadJewPod@gmail.com Ig @BadJewPod TikTok @BadJewPod BadJew.co
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    26 mins

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