The Alef/Bet podcast explores the big ideas, core concepts, tough questions, essential values, and evolving practices of Jewish life through the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet.
Hosted by Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie, Alef/Bet reimagines ancestral Jewish wisdom for right now. Drawing on the Torah, Talmud, mysticism, poetry, philosophy and modern voices, the series offers both timeless teachings and contemporary reinterpretation—no prior knowledge or Hebrew needed. Whether you’re Jewish, Jew-ish, Jew-jacent or Jew-curious, all are welcome. Grounded in the God-optional, everybody-friendly, artist-driven approach of Lab/Shul, Alef/Bet is for anyone seeking a deeper, more personal connection to Jewish life.
Alef/Bet is live now as part of Ayin Audio, a new home for podcasts from Ayin Press. Listen and follow on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Deepen your Jewish wisdom journey with the Alef/Bet recommended reading list and study guides. Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie has curated a diverse list of resources and source to accompany each episode and enrich your listening and learning experience.
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