Arditi Magazine: American Orthodoxy with Benjamin Michael

American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:10] - What Does The Talmud Really Say?

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:53:29 GMT

In this episode, we examine what the Talmud actually says, separating its historical and religious teachings from quotations and claims that circulate online without context. We explore the Talmud’s origins, structure, authority within Judaism, and discussions concerning non-Jews, morality, law, Jesus, and relations between Jews and Gentiles, while distinguishing between mainstream Jewish interpretation, disputed passages, later commentary, and misleading presentations of isolated quotations.

Topics

What Is the Talmud? — We examine the origins and structure of the Mishnah and Gemara and their role within Rabbinic Judaism.
The Talmud & Non-Jews — We investigate passages concerning Gentiles and examine how rabbis historically interpreted the distinction between Jews and non-Jews.
The Talmud & Jesus — We examine the disputed references to Jesus and Christianity and the debate over their identification and historical context.
Talmudic Law & Morality — We explore how the Talmud approaches law, ethics, property, testimony, and obligations toward different groups.

Key Takeaway

The Talmud deserves to be examined critically rather than treated as either unquestionable religious authority or dismissed as nothing more than antisemitic caricature. This episode investigates its actual teachings and controversial passages to determine what the texts really say, what their historical context was, and whether modern defenses or condemnations accurately represent them.

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American Orthodoxy [Special] - HEATED Debate: Is Islam Even Compatible With America?

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:32:52 GMT

In this episode, we review the debate between Inspiring Philosophy and four Muslim participants on the question of Islam’s compatibility with the West. We examine the competing arguments over Islamic theology, Western values, liberal democracy, religious freedom, law, human rights, and the relationship between Islam and Western civilization, while evaluating the strongest arguments presented by both sides.

Topics

Islam & the West — We examine whether Islamic beliefs and political principles can coexist with the cultural and political traditions of Western civilization.
Islam & Liberal Democracy — We discuss questions surrounding democracy, individual rights, religious liberty, and the role of religious law in a secular constitutional system.
Islamic Theology & Western Values — We examine areas of agreement and tension between traditional Islamic teachings and modern Western ideas concerning morality, family, gender, and individual freedom.
Muslim Integration & Assimilation — We consider whether Muslims can maintain their religious identity while fully participating in Western societies and political institutions.
Christianity & Western Civilization — We examine the contrasting argument that Christianity has a historically distinctive relationship with the development of Western institutions, values, and political thought.

Key Takeaway

The debate ultimately raises the question of whether Islam can be fully reconciled with the political, cultural, and philosophical foundations of the modern West, and whether the differences between Islamic and Western conceptions of law, morality, and religious authority represent genuine incompatibilities or differences that can be successfully reconciled.

Sources & Further Reading

Against the Heresy of the Ishmaelites by St. John of Damascus
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam (and the Crusades) by Robert Spencer
The Legacy of Jihad by Andrew G. Bostom
Why I Am Not a Muslim by Ibn Warraq

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:9] - Sean Strickland kicked, Eric Trump DM's, and America turning on Israel?

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:56:23 GMT

In this episode, we cover Trump’s latest clash over Lebanon, my firsthand experience attending UFC Freedom 250, including the controversy surrounding Sean Strickland’s removal from the event, and the allegations involving Eric Trump and questions about potentially rigged UFC fights. We examine the political fallout surrounding Lebanon, what happened at the UFC event, and the controversy over alleged messages involving Eric Trump, including the competing claims over whether the images were authentic or AI-generated.

Topics

Trump & Lebanon — We examine President Trump's latest comments and actions regarding Lebanon, including the political tensions surrounding U.S. policy toward the country and the broader implications for America's Middle East strategy.
Sean Strickland at UFC Freedom 250 — I share my firsthand experience attending UFC Freedom 250 at the White House and discuss Sean Strickland’s removal from the event’s surrounding fan festivities. Strickland was escorted away by Secret Service and other law enforcement after appearing at the event, following his earlier claim that he had been excluded from the White House card.
Eric Trump & Alleged Fight-Rigging Claims — We examine the controversy surrounding alleged images appearing to show Eric Trump asking about whether UFC fights were “rigged,” including the subsequent claims from Eric Trump and Daniel Cormier that the images were AI-generated.
UFC Freedom 250 — We discuss the unprecedented White House UFC event, its political significance, the atmosphere surrounding the fights, and what the event says about the increasingly close relationship between the UFC, Donald Trump, and American political culture.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines the political controversy surrounding UFC Freedom 250, from Trump’s escalating dispute over Lebanon to Sean Strickland’s removal from the event and the allegations surrounding Eric Trump and potentially rigged fights. We consider what these controversies reveal about the intersection of Trump, the UFC, politics, and the increasingly blurred line between political spectacle and professional sports.

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American Orthodoxy [Special] - Muslim debater saw Jesus in a DREAM?

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:40:01 GMT

In this episode, we review the debate between Inspiring Philosophy and Jvnior on the question of whether Christianity or Islam is better for humanity. We examine their competing arguments concerning morality, human flourishing, family and social order, religious authority, and the role of Christianity and Islam in shaping society, while evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of each position. The discussion also provides a broader framework for understanding the differences between Christian and Islamic approaches to ethics and political life.

Topics

Christianity vs. Islam — We examine the central arguments over which religion provides a better foundation for humanity, comparing their competing visions of morality, human nature, and the purpose of society.
Morality & Human Flourishing — We explore how Christianity and Islam understand right and wrong, human dignity, virtue, family, and the conditions necessary for a flourishing society.
The Nature of God — We examine the fundamental theological differences between Christianity and Islam, including the Trinity, the Incarnation, and the Islamic rejection of Christian understandings of God.
Jesus Christ — We compare the Christian and Islamic views of Jesus, including His identity, crucifixion, resurrection, and role in salvation.
Scripture & Revelation — We examine competing claims concerning the Bible and Qur’an, prophetic revelation, textual preservation, and religious authority.
Christianity, Islam & Society — We consider how the two religions approach law, government, family structure, religious minorities, and the relationship between religious and political authority.
Which Is Better for Humanity? — We evaluate whether the historical and theological consequences of Christianity or Islam provide stronger grounds for human freedom, morality, social stability, and human flourishing.

Key Takeaway

The debate raises a fundamental question: which religious tradition provides the stronger foundation for human flourishing—Christianity or Islam? We examine the competing moral, theological, and social visions of both traditions and consider their implications for the future of society.

Sources & Further Reading

Against the Heresy of the Ishmaelites by St. John of Damascus
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam (and the Crusades) by Robert Spencer
The Legacy of Jihad by Andrew G. Bostom
Why I Am Not a Muslim by Ibn Warraq

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:8] - Iran, Greater Israel, and the Ethnic Cleansing of German Civilians

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:03:46 GMT

In this episode, we examine the latest developments in the Iran war, the strategic and geopolitical implications of the conflict, and the growing tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. We then investigate the concept of “Greater Israel,” examining its historical origins, documented uses, and political significance while challenging the idea that discussion of the concept is inherently a conspiracy theory. Finally, we examine the postwar expulsion of ethnic Germans from Central and Eastern Europe, including the forced displacement, violence, and deaths that accompanied the removal of millions of German civilians after World War II.

Topics

Iran War Updates — We provide an update on the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran, examining the latest developments on the battlefield, the struggle over the Strait of Hormuz, the stalled diplomatic efforts, and the potential economic and geopolitical consequences of a prolonged conflict.
Greater Israel — We examine the concept of “Greater Israel,” tracing its biblical, religious, and modern political meanings and addressing claims that discussion of the concept is merely a conspiracy theory. We distinguish between the different meanings of Greater Israel and examine documented statements, maps, and political currents associated with territorial expansion. The term has historically had multiple meanings, and recent Israeli political rhetoric has brought the concept back into public debate.
The Expulsion of Germans After World War II — We examine the forced displacement of ethnic Germans from Poland, Czechoslovakia, and other parts of Central and Eastern Europe following World War II. We discuss the Potsdam agreement, the scale of the population transfers, the violence and deaths associated with the expulsions, and the broader question of ethnic cleansing in postwar Europe. Historians generally agree that millions of Germans were forcibly displaced, although estimates of deaths vary considerably.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines three often-contested subjects: the ongoing Iran war, the historical and political meaning of “Greater Israel,” and the postwar expulsion of millions of ethnic Germans, separating documented historical events from the competing narratives and claims surrounding them.

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American Orthodoxy [Special]: Muslim and Christian debate INBREEDING?

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:38:32 GMT

In this special, we review the Andrew Wilson vs. Daniel Haqiqatjou debate on whether Christianity or Islam provides the better foundation for society. We examine the arguments over morality, family structure, social stability, traditional values, secularism, and the strengths and weaknesses of both Christian and Islamic societies. The debate took place at DebateCon 6 in November 2025.

Topics

Christianity vs. Islam — We examine the competing claims about which religious tradition provides the stronger foundation for a healthy and stable society.
Traditional Values — We discuss marriage, family, gender roles, religious belief, social cohesion, and whether Christianity or Islam better preserves traditional social norms.
Christianity & Secularism — We examine the argument that Christianity has adapted to secular liberal values and consider whether that strengthens or weakens the Christian case against Islam.
Islam & Modernity — We examine Islam’s relationship with liberalism, secularism, family structure, and modern Western society.
Preparing for Jvnior — We apply the arguments from the Wilson–Haqiqatjou debate to my upcoming debate with Jvnior over whether Muslims belong in America, focusing on the distinction between individual Muslims, Islamic doctrine, immigration, assimilation, and the American political order.

Key Takeaway

This special examines whether Christianity or Islam provides the stronger foundation for a stable and moral society, reviewing Andrew Wilson and Daniel Haqiqatjou's arguments while using the debate to prepare for the question of whether Islam is compatible with American society, constitutional principles, and national identity.

Sources & Further Reading

Against the Heresy of the Ishmaelites by St. John of Damascus
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam (and the Crusades) by Robert Spencer
The Legacy of Jihad by Andrew G. Bostom
Why I Am Not a Muslim by Ibn Warraq

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:7] - You won't believe who is behind MUSLIM mass migration

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:13:45 GMT

In this episode, we examine Israeli and pro-Israel influence on U.S. immigration policy and the broader question of whether mass migration serves American national interests, before turning to the relationship between Islam and the American constitutional order. We discuss my challenge to Muslims to debate the compatibility of Islamic theology and political principles with American values, including questions of religious liberty, law, citizenship, assimilation, and national identity. Finally, we examine what the Founding Fathers actually believed about Islam and Muslims, exploring their views on religious freedom, pluralism, natural rights, and the place of Islam in the early American republic while separating the historical record from modern interpretations.

Topics

Israeli Influence & Mass Migration — We examine the relationship between Israeli and pro-Israel interests and immigration policy in the United States, including the role of lobbying, political organizations, foreign-policy priorities, and demographic policy. We also consider the broader question of whether immigration policy serves American national interests.
A Debate Challenge to Muslims — We discuss my challenge to Muslims to debate the compatibility of Islamic theology and political principles with the American constitutional order, including questions of religious liberty, law, citizenship, assimilation, and national identity.
Is Islam Compatible with America? — We examine the competing arguments over whether Islam can be reconciled with America’s constitutional and cultural traditions, distinguishing between Islam as a religion, Islamic political doctrines, and individual American Muslims. The discussion considers whether religious freedom and constitutional citizenship can coexist with doctrines that may conflict with aspects of liberal democracy.
The Founding Fathers on Islam — We examine what the Founding Fathers actually said about Islam and Muslims, including their views on religious liberty, religious pluralism, natural rights, and the place of Islam in the new American republic. The goal is to distinguish the historical record from modern claims about what the Founders supposedly believed.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines mass migration, Israeli and pro-Israel influence, Islam’s compatibility with America, and the Founding Fathers’ views on Islam, asking whether America’s immigration and foreign policies remain consistent with the principles of national sovereignty, constitutional government, and the interests of the American people.

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American Orthodoxy [Special]: My HEATED debate with a REDDIT Atheist

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:49:20 GMT

In this episode, we review my appearance on Modern-Day Debate debating Craig over whether Christianity or secular humanism provides the stronger ethical foundation. We revisit the arguments presented during the debate, examine the strengths and weaknesses of both positions, and discuss the deeper question of whether objective morality can exist without God.

Topics

Christian Ethics — We examine the Christian understanding of morality, including the relationship between God, objective moral standards, human nature, and moral obligation.
Secular Humanism — We examine whether secular humanism can establish objective moral principles without appealing to God or a transcendent source of moral authority.
Objective Morality — We explore whether moral truths are objective realities or ultimately products of human reasoning, social consensus, evolutionary development, or individual preference.
The Problem of Evil & Human Nature — We revisit arguments concerning suffering, human nature, and whether Christianity provides a more coherent explanation of morality and evil than secular alternatives.

Key Takeaway

The debate ultimately raises a fundamental question: Can human beings establish an objective and binding moral order without God, or does Christianity provide a stronger foundation for explaining why some actions are truly right or wrong?

Sources & Further Reading

Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky
Written on the Heart: The Case for Natural Law by J. Budziszewski

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:6] - REFUTING apologists of the Soviet Empire, and discussing Massie Primary

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:56:00 GMT

In this episode, I am joined by PraxBen so we can go over the Massie election primary, refuting Soviet apologists (commies), and more.

Massie Election Primary — We examine the Republican primary challenge against Thomas Massie, the growing divide between Massie and the Trump-aligned MAGA movement, and the political forces seeking to remove one of Congress’s most prominent non-interventionist voices. We consider what Massie’s primary battle could mean for the future of America First, Republican foreign policy, and the broader conservative movement.
Soviet Union — We examine the persistence of apologetic or revisionist attitudes toward the Soviet Union, including attempts to minimize Soviet repression, collectivization, political terror, and the Gulag. We consider why elements of the political left and right continue to defend or romanticize aspects of the Soviet experiment and what this reveals about ideological politics in America.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines Thomas Massie’s primary battle and the broader ideological struggle within the Republican Party, alongside the persistence of Soviet apologetics and historical revisionism. We ask what Massie’s challenge reveals about the future of America First and why some political movements continue to defend or minimize the record of the Soviet Union.

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American Orthodoxy CALL IN SPECIAL: Is Muslim immigration good for the West?

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:22:36 GMT

In this special, I answer callers’ questions and have a debate on Muslim immigration’s impact on the West.

Topics

Nationalism is compatible with Orthodoxy - We examine the relationship between Orthodox Christianity and nationalism, challenging the idea that Orthodox Christians must reject national identity. We explore the historical role of Christian nations, Orthodox monarchs, patriotism, and the distinction between legitimate love of country and nationalism that places the nation above God.
Israel disproportionately controls the US government - We examine the extent of Israeli and pro-Israel influence on the American government, including lobbying, political donations, foreign aid, and U.S. foreign policy. We ask whether America's relationship with Israel serves American national interests and what an independent America First foreign policy would look like.
Muslims don’t belong in America - We examine the question of Muslim immigration and integration in the United States, including the compatibility of Islamic religious and political principles with American constitutionalism, assimilation, national identity, and the country's historical traditions. We consider whether unrestricted immigration from culturally and religiously distinct populations can coexist with the preservation of a cohesive American nation.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines the relationship between Orthodox Christianity, nationalism, American sovereignty, and immigration, challenging modern assumptions about national identity and asking whether America's foreign and immigration policies ultimately serve the interests of the American people.

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American Orthodoxy [Special] - My HEATED DEBATE with Redeemed Zoomer

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:15:56 GMT

In this special, I review and add commentary to my heated debate with Redeemed Zoomer on Sola scriptura and Protestant doctrine.

Topics

Redeemed Zoomer a.k.a Richard Ackerman — is an American Presbyterian activist and YouTuber. He founded Operation Reformation, (formerly Operation Reconquista) in 2023 and operates the Redeemed Zoomer YouTube channel, which has over 700,000 subscribers. Ackerman was raised without religious affiliation in a family of jewish and Italian heritage.
Sola Scriptura (Scripture alone) — holds that the Bible is the sole infallible, sufficient, and final authority for faith and practice, superseding church tradition or ecclesiastical hierarchy.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines the Orthodox and Protestant understandings of Scripture, Tradition, and Church authority, asking whether Scripture can be properly understood apart from the apostolic Tradition of the Church and how the doctrine of Sola Scriptura differs from the historic Christian approach to biblical interpretation.

Sources & Further Reading

The Ancestral Sin by Father John S. Romanides
The Babylonian Captivity of the Church by Martin Luther
Against Heresies by Saint Irenaeus of Lyons
The Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther
Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:5] - Massie, Israel, and Orthodox Saints on Mass Migration

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:43:21 GMT

In this episode, we examine the objections to Thomas Massie, why they persist, and how shows the difference between America First and MAGA. We discuss immigration policies employed in Orthodox nations by monarchical Saints, while separating the historical record from some of the myths that have developed around the subject.

Topics

Thomas Massie — We examine the objections to Thomas Massie, why they persist within the modern conservative movement, and how his positions on immigration, foreign policy, and national sovereignty reveal the differences between the traditional America First approach and the broader MAGA movement.
Israeli Influence — We examine debates surrounding Israeli influence on American foreign policy, including the role of pro-Israel organizations, political donors, lobbying, foreign aid, and the broader question of whether U.S. foreign policy consistently reflects American national interests.
Mass Migration — We examine the arguments surrounding mass migration, including its effects on national identity, demographics, assimilation, and the relationship between immigration policy and the interests of the American people.
Orthodox Saints and Immigration — We examine how Orthodox Christian saints, kings, and emperors approached immigration, settlement, population movement, and the preservation of Christian society. We consider historical examples to explore whether immigration policy can be reconciled with religious obligations, national identity, and the interests of the state.

Key Takeaway

America First is not synonymous with MAGA. This episode examines the competing visions within the modern right over immigration, national identity, foreign policy, and the extent to which American interests should take precedence over foreign alliances and international commitments.

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:4] - Replacement Migration

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:17:58 GMT

In this episode, we examine the rise of replacement migration, how it developed, and why it matters today. We discuss Richard von Coudenhove-Kalergi, his plan for the ethnic replacement of Whites with mixed race subjects, and who George Soros helps fund this process, while separating the historical record from some of the myths that have developed around the subject.

Topics

The Kalergi Plan — stems from a section of Kalergi’s 1925 book Praktischer Idealismus (“Practical Idealism”) in which he predicted the rise of a mixed race of the future with “Eurasian-Negroid” features and how to achieve it.
Replacement Migration — a demographic concept describing migration intended to offset population decline caused by low fertility and/or an aging population.
George Soros — a jewish billionaire investor and political donor, best known for funding progressive/liberal agitators and causes.
European Union — a political and economic organization made up of 27 European countries that cooperate and share governmental institutions and rules.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines the historical origins of the replacement-migration debate, the writings of Coudenhove-Kalergi, the development of the Kalergi Plan theory, and the role of contemporary institutions and political donors in European migration policy.

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American Orthodoxy [Special] - My debate on the PAPACY featuring Pinesap

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:00:59 GMT

In this special, I review and add commentary to my debate with Pinesap (Feelsguy) on the Papacy.

Topics

Papal Infallibility — the Catholic doctrine that the Pope is preserved from error when he definitively teaches a doctrine concerning faith or morals under specific conditions.
Papal Supremacy — the Catholic doctrine that the Pope, as Bishop of Rome and successor to St. Peter, possesses supreme and universal authority over the Catholic Church.
Filioque — one of the most important theological disagreements between Western Catholic Christianity and Eastern Orthodoxy. The word filioque is Latin for “and the Son.” Catholic theology teaches that the Holy Spirit proceeds eternally from both the Father and the Son, while maintaining that the Father remains the ultimate source (principle) within the Trinity.

Key Takeaway

This episode examines three of the central theological and ecclesiastical disputes between Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy: Papal Infallibility, Papal Supremacy, and the Filioque. We explore the Catholic and Orthodox positions on papal authority and the procession of the Holy Spirit, as well as how these disagreements contributed to the centuries-long division between East and West.

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:3] - Orthodoxy, European Identity, and Fr. Seraphim Rose

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:02:11 GMT

American Orthodoxy is hosted by Benjamin Michael (formerly Orthodox Luigi). With a double meaning in the brand, my purest ambition here is for an America that is orthodox in its demographics/values, and Orthodox in its faith. With Philip Ludwell III as the founder of American Orthodox Christianity and our ancient heritage in Alaska and St Augustine, FL, we will baptize this nation and glean from the founding values that which aligns with the true faith. As St Dumitru Staniloae states, our nationalism must be Orthodox, it must be submitted to Christ. Likewise, America has a right to have Orthodoxy that is American in nature. With the intercessions of St. Michael the Archangel may we sanctify this nation’s beautiful heritage.

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American Orthodoxy [Special] - REACTING to my first debate: Luigi vs Voice of Reason

Imperator Ardito — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:00:51 GMT

In this special, I review and add commentary to my first theological debate with Voice of Reason—before his controversy—on the Papacy.

Topics

Papal Infallibility — the Catholic doctrine that the Pope is preserved from error when he definitively teaches a doctrine concerning faith or morals under specific conditions.
Papal Supremacy — the Catholic doctrine that the Pope, as Bishop of Rome and successor to St. Peter, possesses supreme and universal authority over the Catholic Church.
Filioque — one of the most important theological disagreements between Western Catholic Christianity and Eastern Orthodoxy. The word filioque is Latin for “and the Son.” Catholic theology teaches that the Holy Spirit proceeds eternally from both the Father and the Son, while maintaining that the Father remains the ultimate source (principle) within the Trinity.

Key Takeaway

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:2] Orthodoxy, Israel, and the JQ

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Sun, 10 May 2026 22:00:55 GMT

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American Orthodoxy [S:1 E:1] - Orthodox Nationalism & American Identity

Benjamin Michael (luigi) — Sat, 09 May 2026 16:01:59 GMT

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