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Unencumbered by religious agendas and pat answers, Encountering the Edge satisfies our curiosity concerning what people believe in, shrug their shoulders at, laugh at, and most care about as they face Act 3, Scene 3, of their lives. Join Chaplain Kaplan as she visits her hospice patients, and share her sense of adventure and openness to the experience. The author also reveals the inner workings of a hospice agency from a chaplain's viewpoint both on the road and in the office.

A squared plus b squared equals c squared. It sounds simple, doesn’t it? Yet this familiar expression opens a gateway into the riotous garden of mathematics, and sends us on a journey of exploration in the company of two inspired guides, Robert and Ellen Kaplan. With wit, verve, and clarity, they trace the life of the Pythagorean theorem, from ancient Babylon to the present, visiting along the way Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, President James Garfield, and the Freemasons - not to mention the elusive Pythagoras himself.

Can migrations of birds foretell our future? Do phases of the moon hold sway over our lives? Are there sacred springs that cure the ill? What is the best way to brew a love potion? How do we create mutant humans who regenerate like Wolverine? In Science of the Magical, noted science journalist Matt Kaplan plumbs the rich, lively, and surprising history of the magical objects, places, and rituals that infuse ancient and contemporary myth.

In the hell of Auschwitz, the devil was named Mengele. His atrocities were unspeakable, and among his victims were the wife and child of a man named Wasserman, who was forced to watch them die. Mengele survived the war, disappearing into hiding in South America, and Wasserman ran too - fleeing to America to make a fortune in pornography. Now he is dying of cancer, but before he goes, he wants to see Mengele dead.

Just days after Josie is the last-minute bridesmaid at a massive Boston Brahmin wedding, the lovely bride dies on her honeymoon at an exclusive Arizona resort. The mother of the bride thinks Josie, with her... unique people skills, can find out what really happened. Josie discovers the dead bride may not have been the first dead girl. And to Josie's horror, the killer has set his sights on her next.

The Beaches Podcast is your ultimate guide to exploring the world’s most stunning shorelines! Each episode takes you on a journey to uncover hidden gems, travel tips, and fascinating stories from the world’s best beaches. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just dreaming of your next getaway, we’ve got insider interviews, destination spotlights, and everything you need to know to make the most of your beach adventures. Dive in with us for sun, sand, and endless inspiration!

The Beaches Podcast is your ultimate guide to exploring the world’s most stunning shorelines! Each episode takes you on a journey to uncover hidden gems, travel tips, and fascinating stories from the world’s best beaches. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just dreaming of your next getaway, we’ve got insider interviews, destination spotlights, and everything you need to know to make the most of your beach adventures. Dive in with us for sun, sand, and endless inspiration!

Marcedes Lewis sits down with David Kaplan and hosts amazing interviews in the world of Chicago Bears Football.

David Briggs, The (Toledo) Blade's college football expert and venerated columnist brings humor, insight, and a program-listed height of 6'8" to this weekly podcast with co-host and producer Phil Kaplan, whose height is less.

A five-session introduction to the Turkish language. This Turkish language course is an engaging audio program designed specifically for beginners. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the Turkish language, emphasizing speaking and comprehension skills. This course is ideal for those eager to communicate effectively in Turkish, whether for travel, business, or better connecting with their heritage. This audio course focuses on practical language skills, enabling learners to quickly build confidence in their ability to understand and communicate common phrases in Turkish.

Welcome to INTERCEPTED with Kevin Byard. Kevin will bring you exclusive content all season long from some of your favorite Chicago Bears and more.

Covering all the news, notes, and happenings in Vegas and Minnesota Hockey. And...when we are bored the rest of the NHL, PWHL, and everything in the hockey landscape.

The Lubavitcher Rebbe initiated a now famous mitzvah campaign to awaken and vitalize the Jewish soul. Learn what’s special about these ten mitzvahs that have the extraordinary ability to ignite the Jewish spark within and transform the world at large.

Shavous with Rabbi Kaplan

Chanukah with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

A detailed description and laws of the Temple by Maimonides

The Book of Ruth is one of the five megillot (scrolls), part of the section of the Hebrew Bible called Writings, and is traditionally read on the holiday of Shavuot. It tells the story of Ruth, a widow of Moabite origin who insists on staying with her widowed, Israelite mother-in-law, declaring “wherever you go, I will go... your people shall be my people, and your God my God” (1:16). Ruth’s loyalty leads her to the field of her kinsman, Boaz, whom she ultimately marries. Together they have a child, who later becomes the grandfather of King David.

Lost recordings from classes given by R Aryeh Kaplan zt"l

Lagbomer in Depth with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

Sefiras Haomer in Depth With Rabbi Mendel Kaplan