"What Baking Can Do" - An Interview with Dr. Beth Ricanati

About this episode

Dr. Beth Ricanati shares her journey from Reform to Conservative Judaism and the significance of baking Challah in her life and family traditions.

Join us on an enlightening journey with Dr. Beth Ricanati, whose unique path from Reform to Conservative Judaism offers a tapestry of cultural richness and personal growth. Through engaging anecdotes, Dr. Ricanati warmly shares her upbringing her transition to the spiritual experience creating Challah in her home and beyond. We explore the playful and heartfelt family traditions, such as the amusing "Challah Monster," and discuss how Jewish customs have shaped her approach to parenting and e...

People in this episode

Host: Nicole Kelly

Guest: Dr. Beth Ricanati

Topics covered

• Judaism
• Baking
• Cultural Traditions
• Parenting
• Spiritual Growth

Keywords

• Baking
• Challah
• Judaism
• Parenting
• Cultural Traditions
• Spiritual Experience

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Reform Judaism, Conservative Judaism

Books & works: Challah

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