Jewish Audio Theater with Heshy Riesel

Jewish Audio Theater with Heshy Riesel

These stories are rooted in Jewish history, incorporating real characters and events to craft a narrative that is both inspiring and suspenseful. They highlight the unwavering faith and trust in G-d, as well as the resilience of the Jewish people in their battles against persecution and harsh decrees. Now more than ever, these stories are meant to fill listeners with inspiration drawn from our proud past, offering hope and strength for current times and the future.

Episodes

January 2, 2025 21 mins

What if the 2 latterns to warn the colonial militias of the British raid on Lexington and Concord were never given? 

The exciting conclusion of One by land two by sea.

General Gage failed, was replaced by another general, and returned to England in disgrace.

Dr Joseph Warren died 2 months later, June 17th, during the Battle of Bunker Hill. He was 34.

 

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A fictional Chanuka story that takes place right before the start of the American Revolutionary War. Except for the ficticious Jewish Mendez family, Jonas, Silas, Jasper and Casper, all the other characters are real. The theme of the story is the historical Jewish impact on Western Civilizatiion.

The Hebrews have done more to civilize men than any other nation. If I were an atheist, and believed blind eter...

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September 26, 2024 29 mins

Dmitry found favor in the eyes of the feared and dreaded Czar Nicholas I. He was brave, well-liked, and most importantly, a quick-witted thinker.

He was being trained in the Czar's most secret elite service. The Czar was ready to promote Dmitry, but something was discovered in the files that was going to change everything for everyone.

Military service was made compulsory for Jews in Russia in 1827, the age for the draft being esta...

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August 8, 2024 24 mins

 

Dave was touring Rome and suddenly went on a mission to find his baby's pacifier. He became intrigued by a confrontation at the Arch of Titus between a tour guide and a young Jewish boy. He found something else that he did not realize he had lost.

It is said that the victors write history.

But this is not necessarily true when it comes to Jewish history, as you will find out in this episode of the Bein Hashmoshos Zone.

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August 8, 2024 21 mins

Young Shmilik, the only son of elderly parents, has been taken by the Russian army. The general said 5000 rubles would get him released. Only Mr Holtzer, the wealthy land baron could help. But he is never interested to help others.

The Rebbe has a plan, but Shmilik's parents and the townspeople do not understand the Rebbe's actions.

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July 15, 2024 30 mins

Yossel said no to Russian General Rumyansev, a Russian war hero. No business on Shabbos. The General learns to respect Yossel.

 I picked this time and place because it fits the narrative of the Partition of Poland and General Rumyansev. 

Surprisingly, many years later, General Rumyansev's son helped build a shul in that village. This makes sense in light of the story.

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Dovid has been discovered by Bernadino of Siena, who has arranged for Alfonso Camenero to return him to his friend, the Archbishop of Burgos.

Dr. Sababto defends Dovid against Bernadino to prevent Alfonso from returning Dovid to Spain. The Count also has a plan to keep Dovid in Brescia. But Bernadino of Siene has the Duke and the Pope's support. 

It does not look good, and Pedro is working on another escape.

The conclusion of the A...

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Dovid is living in the count's castle, admired for his stellar artistic achievements at such a young age.

' Maybe my momma should come here to Brescia.'

Until one day when Dovid made a big mistake,

' I thought today was Tuesday!'

Dovid's hidden Jewish identity has been revealed to friends ......and enemies

 

 

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February 20, 2024 38 mins

A harrowing escape from Spain. Dovid follows Master Anderson to Brescia to pursue his new found passion to become an artist. Dovid is really very good......too good

Notes:

Yechiel da Pisa is a real character. His son, or grandson, was very instrumental in helping Jews escape 60 years later from the Spanish Inquisition and Expulsion of 1492

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The Spanish riots and pogroms of 1391 killed many Jews, and many, out of fear, converted to Christianity. 

Rabbi Joseph Abotrani was secretly helping and guiding the Jews who were secretly keeping Yiddishkeit. They were called the  Conversos. The church discovered this. The Archbishop, who was once the Rav of Burgos, realized that Rav Abotrani was a threat and needed to be dealt with..... by any means.

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August 3, 2023 20 mins
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The Zlatcha, Polish noblemen, entrusted the Jews with many of their industries, including the very profitable liquor industry and innkeeping. The Jew was recognized as responsible and trustworthy while loathed for their religious observance. 

If they sold too much liquor, they were reviled as poisoning the populace. If they did not sell too much liquor, the zlatcha would harass them for the lack of business and profits.

The son of ...

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June 18, 2023 39 mins

The Baal Shem Tov, the great Jewish leader of the early 1700's gave his last instructions to his followers. While everyone was given an important mission and responsibility, Zalman was perplexed when he was told to become storyteller.

" Keep telling stories about me until you get an invitation to a far away place for a great sum of money. Tell the story and your mission is over. If you cannot tell the story leave immediately."

" Bu...

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April 3, 2023 39 mins

Mr Holtzhacker was a very simple man known for always being happy with what he had and always thanking Hashem.

The discovery of a diamond will suddenly bring a drastic change in his life. Leaving his village, traveling the open sea, meeting up with a former pirate, and making very difficult decisions.

Notes

1. Alcohol was served on long ocean voyages because it prevented algae and contamination of the water with disease. 

The pirat...

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February 21, 2023 24 mins

Mr Moscowitz could always be relied upon for a donation to the Yeshiva of the Chatam Sofer.

Suddenly Mr Moscowitz has no money. The Chatam Sofer lends money to Mr Moscowitz and gives him a directive " Make the first deal"

" But what if it is impossible or ridiculous?"

" Make the first deal and Hashem will bless you with success."

 

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February 15, 2023 30 mins

The thrilling conclusion of the Twins, a story based on a Marcus Lehman short story. I hope you will enjoy

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Circumstances lead to Maria making a false and dangerous accusation against Jacob.

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February 6, 2023 17 mins
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January 31, 2023 10 mins

Katrina is furious that Prince John rejected her to marry Maria, the daughter of the Lancasters.

" I'll get me revenge. You'll see."

Story based on a Marcus Lehman story

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