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Got burning questions about Judaism, life, or faith? Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen is ready with answers. In each dynamic episode, Rabbi Dov Ber tackles the most compelling questions submitted to Aish by Jews from around the world and all walks of life. No topic is off limits—from ancient traditions to modern dilemmas, from matters of faith to everyday struggles. Real questions. Real answers. Real fast.
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June 3, 2026
<p>What do you get when you cross a Rabbi who boxes, raps and says it all on a microphone? Absolutely no filter!Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen is back in the hot seat, fielding questions on street-fight strategy, whether a bullied seven-year-old should throw the first punch, what really makes someone "religious," speed dating, rejection, loneliness, AI on Shabbat, and which movies he'd watch again (Braveheart is complicated).New episodes every week. Like, subscribe and share.#RabbiInTheHotSeat #JewishPodcast #AishHaTorah0:00 Rabbi Dov Ber warms up (literally)1:05 Is it OK to throw the first punch?1:24 What Rabbi told his bullied 7-year-old2:32 Street fight tactics: kick first, punch later3:28 Who actually gets attacked (and why)4:49 If someone is cruel, are they still religious?5:13 What does "religious" really mean?6:11 Introducing CJO: Consciously Joyously Observant6:50 Does religious matchmaking produce healthy marriages?7:51 Speed dating: yes or no?8:45 How to handle rejection10:04 Can you use AI voice assistants on Shabbat?11:42 Rabbi's joke set (better than expected)13:23 Loneliness vs aloneness, a key distinction15:31 Movies. Allowed? Favorites?To listen to Rabbi In The Hot Seat on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/rabbiinthehotseat🔔 Subscribe and turn on post notifications so you don’t miss out on any wisdom!✡️ For more Jewish inspiration visit https://www.aish.com – the world's leading Judaism website. 👉🏼 Connect and follow for more Rabbi Dov Ber Wisdom 💫IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/rabbidovberofficial/https://www.instagram.com/aishTik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbidovberofficial #SelfHelp #LifeAdvice #MasteringLife #Shorts #RabbiDovBerCohen</p>
May 27, 2026
<p>In this episode of Rabbi in the Hot Seat, Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen sits down to answer your most pressing questions about faith, family, relationships, and Jewish identity. No topic is off limits.We kick things off with a question many people wonder about — do some people become religious simply to escape life rather than face it? Rabbi Dov Ber gives an honest and refreshing answer, acknowledging that yes, this happens, while sharing his own journey into Judaism as a rational person genuinely seeking truth.Then we dive into one of the most personal questions a religious parent can face — what would you do if your child told you they no longer believed in God? Rabbi Dov Ber shares exactly how he would handle it, balancing unconditional love with honest conversation about the evidence for God's existence, and why emotional issues often matter more than intellectual ones.We then explore the important difference between Halacha and Hashkafa — the laws that are fixed versus the worldview that is personal — and why Rabbi Dov Ber has deliberately sent each of his children to completely different schools based on their individual souls and personalities. One child thrives in a Bais Yaakov environment, another needs a Religious Zionist school full of music and sport, and another flourishes in a warm Hasidic setting. His approach to raising children is genuinely eye-opening.From there, Raquel asks about the key to good communication — and Rabbi Dov Ber reveals the simple but powerful principles behind 17 years of marriage without a single argument. He shares a beautiful communication exercise called Clearing that he and his wife practice every week before Shabbat, breaking it down step by step so you can try it yourself.We also tackle whether someone could actually be healthier staying secular than becoming religious in the wrong way, the difference between healthy surrender and blind submission, and a fascinating discussion about the difference between education and brainwashing.The episode closes with a deep and honest conversation about why people leave Judaism — including abuse, joyless religious upbringings, and the pull of the outside world — and what we can do as parents and communities to make sure the next generation actually wants to stay.This is one of the most honest, warm, and thought-provoking episodes yet. If you have questions you want answered, send them in and join Rabbi Dov Ber live every day in Jerusalem at 11am.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode.00:00:12 - Introduction00:00:31 - Do people use religion to escape life?00:01:31 - What if your child stopped believing in God?00:03:12 - What's the difference between Halacha and Hashkafa?00:06:22 - Does God care if you change your customs?00:08:30 - The key to good communication00:12:02 - Can staying secular be healthier than becoming religious the wrong way?00:13:50 - Learning to submit vs thinking independently00:16:51 - Why do people leave Judaism?00:21:42 - Wrap-upTo listen to Rabbi In The Hot Seat on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/rabbiinthehotseat🔔 Subscribe and turn on post notifications so you don’t miss out on any wisdom!✡️ For more Jewish inspiration visit https://www.aish.com – the world's leading Judaism website. 👉🏼 Connect and follow for more Rabbi Dov Ber Wisdom 💫IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/rabbidovberofficial/https://www.instagram.com/aishTik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbidovberofficial #SelfHelp #LifeAdvice #MasteringLife #Shorts #RabbiDovBerCohen</p>
May 20, 2026
<p>Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen, originally from London and now based in Jerusalem, sits in the hot seat and answers ALL YOUR questions.From deep spiritual struggles like why bad things happen to good people and whether God is punishing you, to practical questions about kosher eating while travelling, hitting children, and how to make life's biggest decisions. Oh, and of course, a rabbi’s thoughts on eating pineapple on pizza. No question is off limits. Drop your questions in the comments and Rabbi Dov Ber might answer them in the next episode. Like, subscribe, and share to help this message reach more people. 00:00:12 Intro00:00:32 Is God Punishing Me?00:01:36 Halacha & Life Purpose00:02:31 Why Bad Things Happen to Good People00:03:24 Chabad & The Messiah00:04:44 Hitting Children & Parenting00:06:16 Eating Vegan While Traveling (Kosher)00:08:16 Why Prayer Doesn't Work00:09:59 Pineapple on Pizza00:11:53 How to Make Big Life DecisionsTo listen to Rabbi In The Hot Seat on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/rabbiinthehotseat🔔 Subscribe and turn on post notifications so you don’t miss out on any wisdom!✡️ For more Jewish inspiration visit https://www.aish.com – the world's leading Judaism website. 👉🏼 Connect and follow for more Rabbi Dov Ber Wisdom 💫IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/rabbidovberofficial/https://www.instagram.com/aishTik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbidovberofficial #SelfHelp #LifeAdvice #MasteringLife #Shorts #RabbiDovBerCohen</p>
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Got burning questions about Judaism, life, or faith? Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen is ready with answers.
In each dynamic episode, Rabbi Dov Ber tackles the most compelling questions submitted to Aish by Jews from around the world and all walks of life. No topic is off limits—from ancient traditions to modern dilemmas, from matters of faith to everyday struggles.
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