JOI to the World is a collection of podcasts by Rabbi Lehrfield of JOI that explore diverse aspects of Jewish life, learning, and culture. Each episode offers a unique perspective, drawing from the rich tapestry of Jewish thought and tradition. You can subscribe to this podcast to get weekly episodes or you can subscribe to the individual shows to receive the monthly episodes as they air.<ul><li><b>Zero Percent:</b> Discover the profound outsided impact of a people that make up less than 0.2% of the world.</li><li><b>Dear Rabbi: </b>Practical answers to questions about Judaism.</li><li><b>reConnect:</b> Bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and modern life, this series offers a deep dive into the relationships that matter most.</li><li><b>Yada Yada Yiddish:</b> A Jewish perspective on Seinfeld, using the show’s iconic moments as a springboard for exploring Jewish concepts and values.</li><li><b>Kids Say the Deepest Things:</b> Meaningful lessons from the funny and insightful things kids say, with reflections on life, parenting, and Jewish tradition.</li></ul>
JOI to the World
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Podcast Overview
JOI to the World is a collection of podcasts by Rabbi Lehrfield of JOI that explore diverse aspects of Jewish life, learning, and culture. Each episode offers a unique perspective, drawing from the rich tapestry of Jewish thought and tradition. You can subscribe to this podcast to get weekly episodes or you can subscribe to the individual shows to receive the monthly episodes as they air.<ul><li><b>Zero Percent:</b> Discover the profound outsided impact of a people that make up less than 0.2% of the world.</li><li><b>Dear Rabbi: </b>Practical answers to questions about Judaism.</li><li><b>reConnect:</b> Bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and modern life, this series offers a deep dive into the relationships that matter most.</li><li><b>Yada Yada Yiddish:</b> A Jewish perspective on Seinfeld, using the show’s iconic moments as a springboard for exploring Jewish concepts and values.</li><li><b>Kids Say the Deepest Things:</b> Meaningful lessons from the funny and insightful things kids say, with reflections on life, parenting, and Jewish tradition.</li></ul>
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June 19, 2026
Parshat Korach: Is It About the Problem or About You?
📖 Parshat Korach This Week: If we see something wrong, we should fix it. That's our responsibility. But here's the hard question: Does the solution always point back to you? Does fixing the problem somehow benefit your ego, advance your career, or give you what you want? If yes, maybe it's not about the problem at all. Korach challenged Moshe's leadership. He claimed the system was wrong, that everyone should be equal. But really? He wanted to be in charge. We do this all the time. 'So-and-so isn't qualified for that job' really means 'I want that position.'' The leadership needs to change' really means 'I want that power.' Before you criticize someone else's leadership, ask yourself: Is there a bias here? Is something in it for me? Is this really about fixing the situation, or is it about my ego? That question changes everything. Shabbat Shalom. 🪞<br /><br /><b>Follow us for more:</b><br />Website -<a href="https://www.joidenver.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.joidenver.com</a><br />Instagram -<a href="https://www.instagram.com/joidenver" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.instagram.com/joidenver</a><br />Facebook -<a href="http://www.facebook.com/JOIdenver" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> http://www.facebook.com/JOIdenver</a><br />YouTube -<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/JOIdenver" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.youtube.com/c/JOIdenver</a><br />Pinterest -<a href="http://pinterest.com/jewishdiy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> http://pinterest.com/jewishdiy</a><br /><br />Subscribe to "JOI to the World" to access all our podcasts, including Yada Yada Yiddish, Kids Say the Deepest Things, Reconnect, and Dear Rabbi.<br />
June 12, 2026
Parshat Shelach: Belief Shapes Reality
📖 Parshat Shelach This Week: Ten spies and two enter the same land. They see the same giants, they see the same walls, they see the same challenges. But the ten say, "We cannot do it." Yehoshua and Kalev say, 'We can do it.' Same reality. Different conclusions. Who’s right? The actual story? They both are.” The people who think they’ll win and the people who think they’ll lose are both making prophecies that come true. Because belief makes reality. If you enter a challenge thinking you are going to fail, you have already lost. If you go in thinking you're going to win, you've already won. The mind is won or lost first on the battlefield. Your beliefs are not just mirrors of reality; they are creators of it. What world are you building with your beliefs? Shabbat Shalom. 🧠<br /><br /><b>Follow us for more:</b><br />Website -<a href="https://www.joidenver.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.joidenver.com</a><br />Instagram -<a href="https://www.instagram.com/joidenver" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.instagram.com/joidenver</a><br />Facebook -<a href="http://www.facebook.com/JOIdenver" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> http://www.facebook.com/JOIdenver</a><br />YouTube -<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/JOIdenver" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.youtube.com/c/JOIdenver</a><br />Pinterest -<a href="http://pinterest.com/jewishdiy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> http://pinterest.com/jewishdiy</a><br /><br />Subscribe to "JOI to the World" to access all our podcasts, including Yada Yada Yiddish, Kids Say the Deepest Things, Reconnect, and Dear Rabbi.<br />
June 10, 2026
Why Don't Jews Mix Milk and Meat?
🎧 Listen to this and other episodes at <b>www.joidenver.com/podcasts</b><br /><br /><br />In this episode of Dear Rabbi, I answer a fundamental question about Jewish dietary laws: Why don't Jews mix milk and meat? The short answer is simple: because God said so. But there's so much more to understand about this ancient practice.<br /><br />I explain that kashrut laws are essentially a spiritual diet for our souls. Just as certain foods clog our physical arteries, there are foods that clog our spiritual arteries. God shares this with us because if we want to get the most spiritually out of life and be open to spiritual realities, we must ensure our diet is in line with that goal.<br /><br />When we explore reasons for specific mitzvot, we need to understand that these reasons are layered, not definitive. The Hebrew word for reason is "tam" the same word as "taste." Just as God could have created bland food for survival but instead made magnificent foods with beautiful colors, tastes, and textures, the reasons for mitzvot enhance our intellectual and spiritual connection to them.<br /><br />There are multiple reasons given for not mixing milk and meat. On the practical side, pagan idolaters mixed milk and meat, so by avoiding this practice, Jews distinguish themselves from pagan worship. On the kabbalistic side, milk represents life (it's white, representing purity and sustenance), while meat represents death. By keeping them separate, we acknowledge the clear distinction between life and death two fundamental forces we must never intermingle.<br /><br /><b>CONNECT WITH US:</b><br /><b>🎧 Listen to all our podcasts: [www.joidenver.com/podcasts]</b><br /><br /><b>Follow us for more: </b><br />Website - https://www.joidenver.com<br />Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joidenver<br />Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/JOIdenver <br />YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/JOIdenver<br />Pinterest - http://pinterest.com/jewishdiy<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Subscribe to "JOI to the World" to access all our podcasts, including Yada Yada Yiddish, Kids Say the Deepest Things, Reconnect, and Dear Rabbi.<br /><br />Join us as we uncover the treasures in our backyard and explore what makes the Jewish people extraordinary! 🕎📚🎙️<br />
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