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This podcast is the audio version of an infographic created for Instagram, with minor tweaks to formatting. It is meant to serve as a jumping off point for research, as one post can only hold so much. We encourage you to check out the citations. There was so much that simply couldn’t be covered in such a short post; not to mention a breadth of research that feels like it should be must read material for this topic. 

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Article: https://jewitches.com/blogs/blog/christian-zionism-101

Citations:

Sturm, Tristan. “God’s just Gaza War: Futurity foreclosed through evangelical apocalypse as orthogonal promise of Eretz Israel.” Geografiska Annaler: Series B, Human Geography, vol. 103, no. 4, 2021, pp. 301–319, https://doi.org/10.1080/04353684.2021.1891557. “A Land without a People for a People without a Land” By Diana Muir 

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Rapture-the https://cufi.org/about/mission/ 

https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2021/05/11/the-size-of-the-u-s-jewish-population/ 

https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2020/06/30/mainstreaming-christian-zionism-could-warp-foreign-policy/ 

https://religionmediacentre.org.uk/factsheets/factsheet-christian-zionism/ 

https://apnews.com/article/christian-zionists-israel-republican-presidential-candidates-97a5bd9359a9af724fb55cfb154007ef 

https://cufi.org/issue/mike-pence-to-cufi-i-support-israel-because-i-am-a-christian/ 

http://www.meforum.org/1877/a-land-without-a-people-for-a-people-without 

https://fozmuseum.com/blog/bolsonaro-receives-award/ 

https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2021/5/26/biden-palestine-and-the-buttressing-of-christian-zionism 

https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2019/08/22/trump-sees-all-us-jews-israelis-because-his-christian-zionist-allies-do-too/ 

https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2021/05/11/u-s-jews-political-views/#:~:text=Overall%2C%20about%20seven%2Din%2D,or%20lean%20toward%20the%20GOP. 

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-doubles-down-calling-jewish-democrats-disloyal-israel-n1044861

Embark on a captivating journey with us on our latest episode, where we dive deep into the enchanting realm where garlic, magic, medicine, and Jewish heritage intertwine. Unveil the hidden layers of significance that garlic holds in both ancient Jewish texts and modern-day practices.

Intrigued by the magical properties attributed to garlic? We uncover how this humble bulb has been regarded as a protective talisman and a potent ward against malevolent forces in Jewish folklore. Through a casual textual analysis of traditional Jewish texts, we explore the symbolism and rituals where garlic's mystical essence has been harnessed to ward off evil spirits and bring blessings.

But the allure of garlic doesn't end with its mystical aspects. We also delve into its profound medicinal value as recognized in ancient Jewish remedies. From the Talmud to Kabbalistic writings, garlic's therapeutic properties have been lauded for centuries. Our exploration takes us through historical accounts of its use as a natural remedy for various ailments, offering insights into the wisdom passed down through generations.

Whether you're a history aficionado, a believer in the mystical, or simply intrigued by the healing power of nature's gifts, this episode of Jewitches is sure to leave you spellbound, enlightened, and inspired to explore the captivating world of garlic within Jewish traditions.

Let's learn about the book of Shadows...Where did that name come from? Why do people use it?

Citations:

Doreen Valiente's The Rebirth of Witchcraft(1989)

http://iapsop.com/archive/materials/occult_observer/occult_observer_v1_n3_1949.pdf

Angels: we can't get enough of them. Learn all about angels in Judaism as we discuss all the basics for the last big episode of the year!

• https://etzion.org.il/en/philosophy/great-thinkers/ramban/vayera-angels-and-prophecy
• Henoch, C. J. "THE RELIGIOUS THOUGHT OF NACHMANIDES — FROM HIS EXEGESIS OF THE MITZVOT." Tradition: A Journal of Orthodox Jewish Thought, vol. 11, no. 1, 1970, pp. 64–83. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/23256305. Accessed 10 Aug. 2022.
• The Encyclopedia of Jewish Myth, Magic, and Mysticism, by Rabbi Geoffrey W. Dennis
• A Gathering of Angels: Angels in Jewish Life and Literature; Morris B. Margolies
• https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/angels/
• https://www.sefaria.org/Genesis.3.24?ven=The_Contemporary_Torah,_Jewish_Publication_Society,_2006&lang=bi&with=Commentary&lang2=en
• https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/angels-and-angelology-2
• https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/678751/jewish/Do-Jews-Believe-in-Guardian-Angels.htm
• https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jewish-bedtime-prayers
• Ascending Jacob's Ladder: Jewish Views of Angels, Demons, and Evil Spirits. Rabbi Ronald H. Isaacs
• https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/3825092/jewish/What-Are-Archangels.htm#footnote2a3825092
• https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/692875/jewish/What-Are-Angels.htm
• https://www.betemunah.org/angels.html
• https://www.thetorah.com/article/the-seraphim

Hello friends! Some very kind listeners let me know that the last episode was extremely quiet---that's what I get for editing with headphones on! I've reuploaded with louder audio, but have kept the original up in case folks don't mind that one. This is the first time recording with two people at once in the same space (as opposed to over zoom, etc), so thank you for all the kind messages!

This week, you get a very special nonsense episode featuring my best friend, Kenzie! We recorded this on Halloween...but it is live now! We talk all things Twilight, our friendship, and generally have a good time!

All proceeds made from ads during this episode will be donated to Move to Higher Ground: "Our mission is to secure the future of the Quileute tribe by moving the at-risk community to the safe zone where their culture and heritage can continue to thrive for generations to come."

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This week, you get a very special nonsense episode featuring my best friend, Kenzie! We recorded this on Halloween...but it is live now! We talk all things Twilight, our friendship, and generally have a good time!

All proceeds made from ads during this episode will be donated to Move to Higher Ground: "Our mission is to secure the future of the Quileute tribe by moving the at-risk community to the safe zone where their culture and heritage can continue to thrive for generations to come."

You can donate and learn more here: https://mthg.org/

Kenzie's Instagram @mak.jpg

This week, we cover the immensely frightening topic of blood libel. In our longest episode yet, we cover the origins of blood libel, famous cases, a short timeline, and how blood libel may appear in the modern-day. 

Trigger warning for the episode as it will contain discussions of murder, violence, assault, cannibalism, infanticide, torture, mass shootings, and ritualistic killings. I will not go into much detail as you don’t want to hear it and I don’t want to have to say it.

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Sources: 

Ehrman, Albert. “THE ORIGINS OF THE RITUAL MURDER ACCUSATION AND BLOOD LIBEL.” Tradition: A Journal of Orthodox Jewish Thought, vol. 15, no. 4, 1976, pp. 83–90. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/23258406.

THE INCIDENT AT INMESTAR: JEWS AND CHRISTIANS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE FIFTH CENTURY1 Krystyna Stebnicka (Warsaw University)

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-13855238

Goodman, Martin. “Trajan and the Origins of Roman Hostility to the Jews.” Past & Present, no. 182, 2004, pp. 3–29. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/3600803. Accessed 22 Aug. 2021.

The Power of a Lie (1144–1300)

From Medieval Tales to the Challenge in Trent

https://www.jewishencyclopedia.com/articles/7921-hugh-of-lincoln

Lachs, Stephen. “The Legend of Little Hugh.” Western Folklore, vol. 19, no. 1, 1960, pp. 61–62. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/1498017. Accessed 23 Aug. 2021.

“Introduction.” Blood Libel: On the Trail of an Antisemitic Myth, by DA TETER, Harvard University Press, Cambridge, Massachusetts; London, England, 2020, pp. 1–13. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctvt1sj9x.6. Accessed 23 Aug. 2021.

https://collections.countway.harvard.edu/onview/exhibits/show/sages--scholars--and-healers--/jewish-life/simon-of-trent

Blood accusation and Orthodox liturgy in the Russian Empire before and after the Beilis Case N.Kizenko

https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/the-damascus-blood-libel

“The Damascus Affair.” Moses Montefiore, by ABIGAIL GREEN, Harvard University Press, 2010, pp. 133–157. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctt13x0jjk.14. Accessed 24 Aug. 2021.

https://web.stevens.edu/golem/llevine/hamodia/massena_community_feature.pdf

QAnon Conspiracy Theory: Examining its    Evolution and Mechanisms of Radicalization

Amanda Garry, Samantha Walther, Rukaya Mohamed, Ayan Mohammed

We've all heard the saying, "We are the daughters of the witches they couldn't burn", but what if we actually looked at who those witches were? In this episode, we explore the impact of antisemitism on the witchcraze and how Jews as a whole suffered through the persecution of so-called witches. 

you can find a breakdown of the episode on jewitches.com under a blog of the same title. 

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In 2003, a listing appeared on eBay for a box haunted by a dybbuk. With the Hebrew word Shema inscribed on the back, the lister, Kevin Mannis, wove an intricate story of a Jewish Holocaust survivor and a demon trapped in a wine box.

The Internet flew into a rage, fascinated and sickened by the idea of a box so terrible, and dybbuk boxes came to life. This is the first mention of a dybbuk box in history, but these creatures of Jewish folklore have existed for centuries...

Make no mistake, Kevin Mannis created the Dybbuk Box. He probably didn't expect the avalanche-like cult following that would come from it...Neither did the Jewish community, which suddenly had to take up arms to combat the raging misinformation and antisemitism that spread like a wildfire as a result. 

Today, we discuss the true nature of Dybbukim, find out whether or not Post Malone is actually cursed by a dybbuk, and read the true confession of the creator of the worlds (fakest) haunted object. 

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