A podcast where you ask and we answer questions of Jewish law in modern times. Hosted by Rabbi Ethan Tucker and Rabbi Avi Killip. To submit a question, email responsa@hadar.org.

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A podcast where you ask and we answer questions of Jewish law in modern times. Hosted by Rabbi Ethan Tucker and Rabbi Avi Killip. To submit a question, email responsa@hadar.org.
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Recent Episodes

March 30, 2026
Can You Count the Omer Early?
Many communities begin Shabbat services early during the summer months — sometimes before sunset. This poses a probem during the Omer when the service includes counting the new day of the Omer before its proper time. What should one do in this situation? Should they not say the blessing or count with their community and count again at home like all the other days? If they count later at home, should they not say the blessing? Source sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/717193 Have a...

March 25, 2026
Are Women Exempt from Mitzvot?
I grew up in a non-egalitarian Jewish community where I was taught that women are exempt from many mitzvot and that's why egalitarian prayer is not an option. Is that true? Does egalitarian prayer simply ignore this part of halakhah or is there some way of addressing it? Source sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/716409 Have a question you'd like answered on Responsa Radio? Email us at responsa@hadar.org Music featured in this episode: Women of Today by Faith Rivera

March 18, 2026
Does Jewish Law Permit Getting a Reversible Vasectomy?
Jewish law has long prohibited certain forms of sterilization, particularly for men. But what happens when medical technology changes the equation? Does the possibility of reversal affect the halakhic status of vasectomy? Source sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/714995 Have a question you'd like answered on Responsa Radio? Email us at responsa@hadar.org Music featured in this episode: U Turns by Mary Jennings
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