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Dovid Bashevkin: A Reform Rabbi Interviews an Orthodox Rabbi [Denominations 2/4]
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- 18Forty Podcast
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- Jan 13, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast , David Bashevkin answers questions from Diana Fersko, senior rabbi of the Village Temple Reform synagogue, about denominations and Jewish Peoplehood. In this episode we discuss: How did David become an Orthodox rabbi with an interest in the broader Jewish world? Where does David get his sense of commandedness and obligation from? How should Israel factor into our thinking about Jewish unity? Tune in to hear a conversation about what it would mean for us to speak Judaism as a “first language.” Interview begins at 29:05. Diana Fersko is the Senior Rabbi of The Village Temple, a Reform synagogue at the heart of downtown Jewish life in New York City. An internationally recognized author, speaker, and thought leader, she is a defining voice in the contemporary Jewish world, known for her clarity, compassion, and ability to bring Jewish tradition into meaningful dialogue with modern life. For more 1 8Forty: NEWSLETTER: 18forty.org/join CALL: (212) 582-1840 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: 18forty.org IG: @18forty X: @18_forty WhatsApp: join here References: “ Judaism as a First Language ” by Moshe Koppel Judaism Straight Up by Moshe Koppel Tzidkat HaTzadik 41 Sin•a•gogue: Sin and Failure in Jewish Thought by David Bashevkin B'Rogez Rachem Tizkor by David Bashevkin Taanit 20a Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support .