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Responsa Radio

Responsa Radio

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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.© 2026 Responsa Radio Judaism Spirituality
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  • Does Jewish Law Permit Getting a Reversible Vasectomy?

    Does Jewish Law Permit Getting a Reversible Vasectomy?
    Mar 18 2026

    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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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Are Jews Allowed to Spay or Neuter Pets?

    Are Jews Allowed to Spay or Neuter Pets?
    Mar 11 2026

    I was surprised to hear recently that Jews are not allowed to neuter pets. Is that true? What is that about, where does it come from, and are there any ways around it, given that most people I know have pets that aren’t able to reproduce?

    Source sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/711708

    Have a question you'd like answered on Responsa Radio? Email us at responsa@hadar.org
    Music featured in this episode: Vinyl Stripes by Pretty Kitty

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    42 mins
  • Is Buying Jewish a Mitzvah?

    Is Buying Jewish a Mitzvah?
    Mar 4 2026

    Is there a Jewish obligation to support your Jewish-owned local businesses? If prices are higher or the store is farther away, how much effort or expense does halakha expect?

    Source sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/711520

    Have a question you'd like answered on Responsa Radio? Email us at responsa@hadar.org
    Music featured in this episode: Salesman by Ted Hoagland


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    37 mins
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