In this episode of Judaism in the 21st Century, Dr. Steven Labkoff and Rabbi Daniel Cohen explore a deceptively simple question: how does Judaism deal with time when time itself becomes complicated?

From praying on airplanes and crossing time zones, to Shabbat above the Arctic Circle, to future Jewish life on the Moon or Mars, this conversation examines how halacha adapts without losing its soul. Along the way, they unpack safety, intention, community, and a timeless Jewish idea captured perfectly in a pop-culture line: no matter where you go, there you are.

A thoughtful and surprisingly practical discussion about faith, travel, technology, and what it means to carry Torah with you wherever life takes you.

As the calendar turns to 2026, this episode of Judaism in the 21st Century explores a deeper way to think about the new year: through the lens of legacy.

Steven Labkoff and Rabbi Daniel Cohen reflect on Jacob’s final words in the Torah, focusing on his radical decision to elevate his grandchildren, Ephraim and Menashe, as full heirs to the Jewish future. Raised in exile, they represent a powerful truth: Jewish identity is not bound to place, but to values carried wherever life leads.

From personal stories to timeless teachings, this conversation reframes memory as responsibility. Legacy, we learn, is not about how we are remembered, but about how we live now. A thoughtful, moving episode about continuity, purpose, and becoming a bridge between generations.

In this episode of Judaism in the 21st Century, Steven Labkoff and Rabbi Daniel Cohen explore how Jewish learning is evolving in an age of technology and AI. From ancient oral tradition to digital libraries, podcasts, and tools like ChatGPT, they ask a timely question: how do we use new technologies to deepen Jewish life without losing critical thinking, reflection, or soul?

The conversation weaves together personal stories, Torah study, Shabbat as a counterbalance to constant connectivity, and the responsibility of educators to meet each generation where they are. This episode is not about replacing tradition, but about elevating it, using today’s tools thoughtfully to educate, inspire, and bring more meaning into our lives.