EPISODE 2: Living Waters

In this episode, host Kate Mishkin visits a mikveh, or Jewish ritual bath, in Los Angeles. She examines the origins and evolution of mikveh immersion — and how, in some circles, the ritual is stretching itself to adapt.

Further reading and resources:

• What is a Mikveh? (My Jewish Learning)

• The Mikveh's Significance in Traditional Conversion (My Jewish Learning)

• Non-Traditional Uses for Mikveh (My Jewish Learning)

• A Detailed Explanation of Niddah, or "Family Purity" Laws (My Jewish Learning)

• Mayyim Hayyim Community Mikveh

• Mass Center for Jewish Journeys — Community Mikveh

• ImmerseNYC

• Adina Blaustein, Yoetzet Halakhah

• Dr. Jordana Topp, Yoetzet Halakhah

• Miriam Ezagui on TikTok