Intimate Judaism

Judaism #236

Our monthly podcast, INTIMATE JUDAISM, addresses intimacy and healthy sexuality in the context of Jewish family life. We raise conflicts and challenges and candidly offer solutions while remaining firmly within the bounds of Torah and Halacha.

(63) Having “The Talk”: How Should Jewish Parents Talk to Kids About Sex?
May 14, 2025 – 01:03:03
Tzniut: Modesty, Female Masturbation, and the Media (CLASSIC EPISODE)
Apr 27, 2025 – 45:48
(62) Love on the spectrum: Navigating intimacy with a neurodivergent spouse
Mar 26, 2025 – 56:20
(61) Did I Marry the Wrong Person?
Feb 9, 2025 – 51:27
(60) "Happy Wife, Happy Life"?
Jan 14, 2025 – 47:03
(59) Will I Marry the Wrong Person?
Dec 8, 2024 – 54:55
(58) Why not a Threesome, Sex in the Dark, Hating Nidah Laws and More: An Intimate Judaism Q&A
Oct 30, 2024 – 01:02:15
(57) Hugging with a shinui: Halachic leniency in times of distress
Sep 10, 2024 – 01:05:21
(56) Inviting Single Religious Women to the Sexuality Conversation
Jun 3, 2024 – 01:09:00
(55) Loving Again After Loss: Dating and Remarriage After Widowhood
Apr 9, 2024 – 59:18
The Sex Strike Controversy: An Intimate Judaism Live Conversation
Mar 12, 2024 – 41:03
The Failure of Sexual Health Organizations to Condemn Sexual Violence (crossover episode with Orthodox Conundrum)
Mar 5, 2024 – 01:06:01
(54) Sex Positive Premarital Kallah Instruction
Feb 13, 2024 – 56:29
(53) Navigating Sexual Desire Discrepancies with a Focus on the Emotional Relationship, with Dr. Laurie Watson
Jan 9, 2024 – 47:22
(52) Why Doesn’t My Wife Want to Have Sex With Me?
Dec 5, 2023 – 52:07
(51) Love in War: Strengthening Security and Connection Amidst Trauma and Threat
Oct 21, 2023 – 42:44
Should We Sympathize with Sexual Offenders? (Special Episode)
Aug 20, 2023 – 01:13:36
Ancient Love in Modern Times: Celebrating Love on Tu B'Av (BONUS EPISODE)
Aug 2, 2023 – 31:04
“Date 'Em 'Til You Hate 'Em”: A Visit with Netflix Star Aleeza Ben Shalom (BONUS EPISODE)
May 21, 2023 – 31:08
(50) Like Fine Wine: Sex After 50
May 2, 2023 – 50:48
(49) Sexual Compatibility, Condom Use, Defining Jewish Sex, and More
Mar 19, 2023 – 56:28
(48) Is There a Modern Orthodox Shidduch Crisis?
Feb 21, 2023 – 50:06
(47) Unmarried and Dating in Midlife: Navigating Intimacy and Sexuality
Jan 15, 2023 – 47:08
(46) Want, Will, Should or Must: Is the Sex You Are Having Really Consensual?
Dec 18, 2022 – 53:03
(45) Navigating Relational and Sexual Intimacy During Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Postpartum Period
Nov 8, 2022 – 50:11
(44) Infertility and Relationships
Oct 3, 2022 – 46:14
(43) Infertility and Pregnancy Loss (Part One): A Conversation with Dr. Aimee Baron
Sep 13, 2022 – 41:12
(42) ‘The Surrendered Wife’ and Marital Intimacy: Hierarchal Power Dynamics Versus Equal and Mutual Partnership
May 17, 2022 – 54:43
(41) Mindfulness, Pleasure and Orgasm: The Jewish Pleasure Principle
Apr 6, 2022 – 43:14
(40) "Male and Female He Created Them": Trans, Non-Binary, and Orthodox Judaism
Mar 9, 2022 – 49:33
(39) Straight FOMO, Hymenal Myths, Vasectomy Envy, Fetishes, BDSM and Mad at God: Listening to our Listeners Q&A
Feb 8, 2022 – 54:01
(38) Reproductive Health and Halacha Part 2: Birth Control Methods
Jan 11, 2022 – 58:26
(37) Reproductive Health, Birth Control, and Jewish Law
Dec 7, 2021 – 48:11
(36) Out of the Closet Without Shame: Balancing Conflicting Identities of LGBTQ and Orthodoxy
Nov 9, 2021 – 59:15
(35) Sex Positivity, Sexual Health, and Sexual Rights: Are These Jewish Values?
Oct 11, 2021 – 51:26
(34) Men Are Pigs and Women Are Distractions: What Messages About Sex Are Taught in Yeshiva, Seminary, and College?
Aug 31, 2021 – 52:24
Whose Business is My Unorthodox Life, Anyway? (BONUS EPISODE)
Jul 26, 2021 – 01:03:27
(33) Painful Sex and Vaginismus: It’s Not Your Fault
May 25, 2021 – 44:22
(32) Lubricants, Vibrators, and Sex Toys for Marital Enhancement
Apr 20, 2021 – 51:42
(31) Consent and Coercion: What Does Forced Marriage and Obligatory Sex Look Like in the Jewish Community?
Mar 22, 2021 – 44:23
(30) Fantasy, Premarital Sex, Kink and More: An Intimate Judaism Q and A
Feb 16, 2021 – 55:09
(29) Intimacy After Sexual Abuse
Jan 12, 2021 – 48:52
(28) Tzniut: Modesty, Female Masturbation and the Media
Dec 14, 2020 – 45:33
(27) “It Is Not Good for a Man to Be Alone”: Guiding Religious LGBTQ Jews
Nov 9, 2020 – 33:51
(26) What is Tantra and is it Kosher? Enhancing Sexual Intimacy Using Ancient Eastern Philosophy and Techniques
Oct 28, 2020 – 54:45
(25) Sex and Guilt
Sep 22, 2020 – 41:10
(24) “Unorthodox” and Male Sexual Functioning Problems
Aug 3, 2020 – 33:16
(23) Masculinity, Male Sexuality, & Judaism: Navigating Love, Lust, & Intimacy
Jun 9, 2020 – 56:43
(22) “Just Do What He Tells You to Do”: Take-Home Messages from the Unorthodox Panel (BONUS EPISODE)
May 4, 2020 – 29:54
(21) Unorthodox, Intimacy, and Authenticity: How Accurate is the Netflix Series' Portrayal of Chasidic Intimacy?
Apr 29, 2020 – 57:29

Recent Reviews

Mamacita Flaca

Fabulous & informative podcast

I was a little skeptical at first, BUT I became a fan and ended up sharing with a lot of friends. Even if you are not an Orthodox Jew, these topics apply to all humans.
arigruenhello

Great podcast!

As an Orthodox Charedei Rabbi and therapist, this podcast provides information and discussion on important topics that are otherwise nonexistent
R salomon

Tali is not taking halacha seriously

Ok I listened to all the episodes and I think rabbi Kahan makes very valid points and states halacha simply and clearly and very approachable and possible and then U have Tali a therapist who literally knocks down almost every halacha he quotes!! He quotes reliable sources and she keep saying oh it’s not like that oh people shouldn’t feel guilty oh it’s not reality. She clearly crosses off Chanoch korait from her list because “oh we don’t really understand what that is” you don’t have to understand everything. part of being a halachic jew is doing rules even that u don’t like them or want to. So in summary be careful for Tali and her opinions! She really does not represent any halachic perspective or authority and simply makes most “sins” or questions or doubts like they are ok and permissible
_steph_d_90

Great podcast!

I just started listening to this podcast yesterday and have already cruised through 3 episodes and keep adding more. It’s relieving to have a therapeutic and halachic point of view side by side on topics that are often not discussed among friends and family. Thank you!!
DGeretz

DGeretz

These episodes are so thoughtful and sophisticated. A real kiddush HaShem (glorification of God’s name.) A must listen for anyone within or without Orthodox Judaism who labors under the false impression that Orthodoxy has no relevant message for our times.
T3ddyD33

Much Needed Discussions about a Taboo Topic!

Scott and Talli’s discussions about intimacy and sexuality are a breath of fresh air and honesty in a time when unrestricted pop culture dominates those topics and many religious circles ignore it entirely. If you’re looking for a place to learn about healthy intimacy and sexual development while also getting enlightened about the relevant Jewish concepts and laws, this podcast is the one for you. Great job Rabbi!
BHKean94

Refreshing

Very enlightening! This podcast has a refreshing and healthy take on Jewish approaches to intimacy.