Popular Shows by David Stern דוד שטרן
1350 episodes
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Name
Release Date
Duration
1
Ep1344 Shoftim 11:27-29
Ep1344 Shoftim 11:27-29
Jun 21, 2026
7:40
After Yiftach’s message falls on deaf ears, he initiates a wise military strategy
2
Ep1343 Shoftim 11:25-26
Ep1343 Shoftim 11:25-26
Jun 18, 2026
7:34
Yiftach asks if the King of Amon is superior to Balak
3
Ep1340 Shoftim 11:14-16
Ep1340 Shoftim 11:14-16
Jun 14, 2026
7:49
Yiftach pushes back on the King of Amon’s claims
4
Ep3 Shmuel 1 - 1:4-8
Ep3 Shmuel 1 - 1:4-8
Jan 10, 2020
5:44
We are introduced to Elkana, Chana, Penina and the family dynamic. L'zecher Nishmas Yechezkel Shraga Ben Avraham Yehuda
5
Ep2 Shmuel 1 - 1:1-3
Ep2 Shmuel 1 - 1:1-3
Jan 9, 2020
5:06
Introduction to Shmuel’s father Elkana This shiur should be a Zchus L'zecher Nishmas Yechezkel Shraga Ben Avraham Yehuda
6
Ep1176 Melachim 2 - 25:1
Ep1176 Melachim 2 - 25:1
Aug 17, 2025
7:27
On Asara B’Teves Nevuchadnezzar lays siege to Yerushalayim
7
Ep1342 Shoftim 11:23-24
Ep1342 Shoftim 11:23-24
Jun 17, 2026
7:53
Yiftach mockingly tells Amon to get help from their god
8
Ep742 Melachim 1 - 12:30-31
Ep742 Melachim 1 - 12:30-31
Jun 7, 2023
8:11
The calves are worshipped as an Avodah Zarah
9
Ep741 Melachim 1 - 12:28-29
Ep741 Melachim 1 - 12:28-29
Jun 6, 2023
7:52
Yeravam sets up 2 golden calves as convenient alternatives to the Bais Hamikdash
10
Ep740 Melachim 1 - 12:26-27
Ep740 Melachim 1 - 12:26-27
Jun 5, 2023
7:43
Yeravam is concerned that Jews may abandon him and revert back to Rechavam’s rule
11
Ep739 Melachim 1 - 12:22-25
Ep739 Melachim 1 - 12:22-25
Jun 4, 2023
7:58
Rechavam obeys the command of Hashem to stand down
12
Ep738 Melachim 1 - 12:20-21
Ep738 Melachim 1 - 12:20-21
Jun 1, 2023
8:16
The 10 tribes coronate Yeravam prompting Rechavam to raise an army to suppress the rebellion
13
Ep737 Melachim 1 - 12:17-19
Ep737 Melachim 1 - 12:17-19
May 31, 2023
7:41
The tax collector is stoned; Rechavam flees to safety.
14
Ep736 Melachim 1 - 12:15-16
Ep736 Melachim 1 - 12:15-16
May 30, 2023
7:16
In response, the people declare their independence
15
Ep735 Melachim 1 - 12:10-14
Ep735 Melachim 1 - 12:10-14
May 29, 2023
7:54
Rechavam speaks to the people harshly in accordance with the advice of his friends
16
Ep734 Melachim 1 - 12:8-9
Ep734 Melachim 1 - 12:8-9
May 28, 2023
8:14
Rechavam turns to his younger friends for advice
17
Ep733 Melachim 1 - 12:7
Ep733 Melachim 1 - 12:7
May 25, 2023
7:10
The elders advise humility and a gentle response
18
Ep732 Melachim 1 - 12:5-6
Ep732 Melachim 1 - 12:5-6
May 24, 2023
6:56
Rechavam takes 3 days to weigh the request and consults with his father’s advisors
19
Ep726 Melachim 1 - 11:39-40
Ep726 Melachim 1 - 11:39-40
May 16, 2023
7:21
Shlomo hunts for Yeravam, so Yeravam flees to Egypt
20
Ep1251 Shoftim 5:24
Ep1251 Shoftim 5:24
Jan 1, 2026
7:13
Shiras Devorah - Yael is blessed for her actions
21
Ep743 Deeper Dive - How Honor, Jealousy and 2 Golden Calves Cost Yeravam Olam Habah
Ep743 Deeper Dive - How Honor, Jealousy and 2 Golden Calves Cost Yeravam Olam Habah
Jun 8, 2023
12:50
Various Gemara’s and Midrashim discuss Yeravam’s actions and ultimate demise
22
Ep744 Melachim 1 - 12:32-33
Ep744 Melachim 1 - 12:32-33
Jun 11, 2023
8:11
Yeravam changes the dates for Shabbos and the Yomim Tovim
23
Ep745 Melachim 1 - 13:-1-2
Ep745 Melachim 1 - 13:-1-2
Jun 12, 2023
7:46
A Navi approaches Yeravam with a prophecy regarding the punishment that will befall the priests of the Bamos
24
Ep746 Melachim 1 - 13:3-4
Ep746 Melachim 1 - 13:3-4
Jun 13, 2023
8:00
The Navi gives a sign; Yeravam’s hand becomes paralyzed
25
Ep747 Melachim 1 - 13:5-7
Ep747 Melachim 1 - 13:5-7
Jun 14, 2023
7:46
After Yeravam is healed he invites the Navi to his home for a meal
26
Ep748 Melachim 1 - 13:8-10
Ep748 Melachim 1 - 13:8-10
Jun 15, 2023
6:35
The Navi refuses Yeravam’s offer and returns on a different path
27
Ep749 Melachim 1 - 13:11
Ep749 Melachim 1 - 13:11
Jun 18, 2023
7:52
An older “prophet” hears of the wondrous events in Beis El
28
Ep750 Melachim 1 - 13:12-14
Ep750 Melachim 1 - 13:12-14
Jun 19, 2023
7:19
The False Prophet chase after the True Prophet to invite him home for a meal
29
Ep751 Melachim 1 - 13:15-17
Ep751 Melachim 1 - 13:15-17
Jun 20, 2023
7:58
The False Prophet invites the True Prophet to his home but is refused
30
Ep752 Melachim 1 - 13:18-19
Ep752 Melachim 1 - 13:18-19
Jun 21, 2023
7:07
The False Prophet lies about his own prophecy to bring the True Prophet home
31
Ep1234 Shoftim 4:17-18
Ep1234 Shoftim 4:17-18
Dec 8, 2025
7:59
Sisera flees to the tent of Yael
32
Ep753 Melachim 1 - 13:20-22
Ep753 Melachim 1 - 13:20-22
Jun 22, 2023
7:36
The False Prophet receives a prophecy
33
Ep754 Melachim 1 - 13:23-24
Ep754 Melachim 1 - 13:23-24
Jun 25, 2023
7:40
The True Prophet is killed by a lion on his way back home
34
Ep755 Melachim 1 - 13:25-28
Ep755 Melachim 1 - 13:25-28
Jun 26, 2023
7:26
Word spreads of the amazing sight of the lion and the corpse
35
Ep756 Melachim 1 - 13:29-30
Ep756 Melachim 1 - 13:29-30
Jun 27, 2023
7:39
The old Prophet carries the dead Prophet back to his city for burial
36
Ep757 Melachim 1 - 13:31-32
Ep757 Melachim 1 - 13:31-32
Jun 28, 2023
7:48
The old Prophet instructs his children to bury him together with the True Prophet
37
Ep758 Melachim 1 - 13:33-34
Ep758 Melachim 1 - 13:33-34
Jun 29, 2023
6:57
Yeravam doubles down on his sins leading to his destruction
38
Ep759 Melachim 1 - 14:1-2
Ep759 Melachim 1 - 14:1-2
Jul 9, 2023
7:57
When Yeravam’s son becomes deathly ill he sends his wife to consult with Achiyah
39
Ep760 Melachim 1 - 14:3-5
Ep760 Melachim 1 - 14:3-5
Jul 10, 2023
7:59
Yeravam instructs his wife to disguise her identity; Hashem reveals her identity to Achiyah
40
Ep761 Melachim 1 - 14:6-8
Ep761 Melachim 1 - 14:6-8
Jul 11, 2023
7:26
Achiyah calls out Yeravam’s wife’s disguise along with Yeravam’s behavior
41
Ep762 Melachim 1 - 14:9-10
Ep762 Melachim 1 - 14:9-10
Jul 12, 2023
7:55
Yeravam’s house will be completely eradicated with no living remnants
42
Ep763 Melachim 1 - 14:11-12
Ep763 Melachim 1 - 14:11-12
Jul 13, 2023
8:05
Yeravam’s child is going to die as soon as his wife enters the city Includes Navi Reid Bite (sponsored by Lakewood Daf Yomi)
43
Ep764 Melachim 1 - 14:13-14
Ep764 Melachim 1 - 14:13-14
Jul 16, 2023
8:22
Aviyah has good inside of him earning him a proper funeral
44
Ep765 Melachim 1 - 14:15-16
Ep765 Melachim 1 - 14:15-16
Jul 17, 2023
8:03
A prediction of future punishment for the entire kingdom after Yeravam is gone
45
Ep766 Melachim 1 - 14:17-20
Ep766 Melachim 1 - 14:17-20
Jul 18, 2023
8:00
The boy dies and Yeravam’s tragic reign comes to an end
46
Ep767 Melachim 1 - 14:21-22
Ep767 Melachim 1 - 14:21-22
Jul 20, 2023
7:54
Rechavam fails to guide the Kingdom of Yehuda and they stray from G-d
47
Ep768 Melachim 1 - 14:23-26
Ep768 Melachim 1 - 14:23-26
Jul 20, 2023
7:34
Shishak of Egypt attacks the Kingdom of Yehuda and seizes their treasures
48
Ep769 Melachim 1 - 14:27-31
Ep769 Melachim 1 - 14:27-31
Jul 30, 2023
7:57
Rechavam replaces the confiscated shields; his reign comes to an end
49
Ep731 Melachim 1 - 12:4
Ep731 Melachim 1 - 12:4
May 23, 2023
6:56
The people demand that Rechavam ease from the burdensome policies of Shlomo
50
Ep730 Melachim 12:2-3
Ep730 Melachim 12:2-3
May 22, 2023
6:59
Yeravam is summoned to Shechem as well
51
Ep729 Melachim 1 - 12:1
Ep729 Melachim 1 - 12:1
May 21, 2023
7:46
Rechavam travels to Shechem to be coronated there
52
Ep728 Deep Dive - Shlomo & Ashmedai
Ep728 Deep Dive - Shlomo & Ashmedai
May 18, 2023
15:51
The conclusion to the story and lessons to be learned
53
Ep727 Melachim 1 - 11:41-43
Ep727 Melachim 1 - 11:41-43
May 17, 2023
7:21
Shlomo passes away and is succeeded by his son Rechavam
54
Ep725 Melachim 1 - 11:37-38
Ep725 Melachim 1 - 11:37-38
May 15, 2023
6:59
If Yeravam remains righteous he will merit a dynasty
55
Ep1253 Shoftim 5:27
Ep1253 Shoftim 5:27
Jan 4, 2026
7:07
Shiras Devorah - In the place that Sisera fell asleep is where he was slain
56
Ep1252 Shoftim 5:25-26
Ep1252 Shoftim 5:25-26
Jan 1, 2026
7:25
Shiras Devorah - Further description of Yael’s actions
57
Ep1174 Melachim 2 - 24:16-17
Ep1174 Melachim 2 - 24:16-17
Aug 12, 2025
6:42
Nevuchadnezzar appoints Tzidkiyahu to the throne
58
Ep1175 Melachim 2 - 24:18-20
Ep1175 Melachim 2 - 24:18-20
Aug 14, 2025
6:28
Tzidkiyahu assumes the throne and rebels
59
Ep1177 Melachim 2 - 25:2-3
Ep1177 Melachim 2 - 25:2-3
Aug 19, 2025
6:20
The siege lasts for over a year; Sefer Yirmiyahu fills in some more details
60
Ep1178 Melachim 2 - 25:4-5
Ep1178 Melachim 2 - 25:4-5
Aug 20, 2025
7:52
The walls are breached and Tzidkiyahu is captured while escaping
61
Ep1236 Shoftim 4:21
Ep1236 Shoftim 4:21
Dec 10, 2025
7:54
Yael kills Sisera in his sleep
62
Ep1188 Shoftim 1:1
Ep1188 Shoftim 1:1
Sep 7, 2025
7:54
After Yehoshua’s passing, the people make an inquiry from G-d
63
Ep770 Melachim 1 - 15:1-2
Ep770 Melachim 1 - 15:1-2
Aug 1, 2023
6:24
Aviyam rules for 3 years after Rechavam
64
Ep771 Melachim 1 - 15:3-4
Ep771 Melachim 1 - 15:3-4
Aug 2, 2023
6:35
Aviyam is criticized for following in the sins of his father and failing to live up to Dovid’s example
65
Ep772 Melachim 1 - 15:5-8
Ep772 Melachim 1 - 15:5-8
Aug 3, 2023
8:11
Aviyam’s battles and death
66
Ep777 Deep Dive - Asa’s Failure in Bitachon
Ep777 Deep Dive - Asa’s Failure in Bitachon
Aug 16, 2023
8:49
Why Asa reaching out to Ben Hadad was a lack of bitacon on his part
67
Ep776 Melachim 1 - 15:16-20
Ep776 Melachim 1 - 15:16-20
Aug 15, 2023
7:31
Baasha lays siege to Yerushalayim; Asa turns to Aram for help
68
Ep775 Melachim 1 - 15:14-15
Ep775 Melachim 1 - 15:14-15
Aug 14, 2023
8:04
The Bamos are not removed; Asa makes donations to the Temple
69
Ep774 Melachim 1 - 15:12-13
Ep774 Melachim 1 - 15:12-13
Aug 13, 2023
7:35
Asa removes the abominations from his kingdom and deposes his evil grandmother
70
Ep773 Melachim 1 - 15:9-11
Ep773 Melachim 1 - 15:9-11
Aug 3, 2023
7:30
The exceedingly righteous Asa assumes the throne of Yehuda
71
Ep552 - Deeper Dive - Discovering the Makom Hamikdash
Ep552 - Deeper Dive - Discovering the Makom Hamikdash
Jul 21, 2022
18:57
Dovid discovers the site of the future Bais Hamikdash
72
Ep1341 Shoftim 11:17-22
Ep1341 Shoftim 11:17-22
Jun 16, 2026
7:09
Yiftach describes how Bnei Yisroel came on to the disputed land
73
Ep1336 Shoftim 11:7-8
Ep1336 Shoftim 11:7-8
Jun 8, 2026
6:48
Yiftach calls out their hypocrisy
74
Ep1323 Shoftim 9:50-53
Ep1323 Shoftim 9:50-53
May 19, 2026
7:58
A heavy millstone is thrown on Avimelech crushing his skull
75
Ep1309 Shoftim 9:10-13
Ep1309 Shoftim 9:10-13
Apr 20, 2026
8:03
The date tree and grapevine are offered as well.
76
Ep1322 Shoftim 9:46-49
Ep1322 Shoftim 9:46-49
May 18, 2026
8:31
The inhabitants of the Shechem Tower are burned
77
Ep1321 Shoftim 9:44-45
Ep1321 Shoftim 9:44-45
May 15, 2026
7:23
The city is razed to the ground and salted over
78
Ep1320 Shoftim 9:39-43
Ep1320 Shoftim 9:39-43
May 13, 2026
8:20
Gaal’s defeat, expulsion, and the massacre of the rest of Shechem
79
Ep1319 Shoftim 9:34-38
Ep1319 Shoftim 9:34-38
May 12, 2026
8:21
Gaal realizes he is under attack; Zevul goads him to fight
80
Ep1318 Shoftim 9:29-33
Ep1318 Shoftim 9:29-33
May 10, 2026
7:46
Zevul advises Avimelech to launch a surprise attack
81
Ep1317 Shoftim 9:28
Ep1317 Shoftim 9:28
May 8, 2026
8:28
Gaal argues his case for rebellion
82
Ep1316 Shoftim 9:26-27
Ep1316 Shoftim 9:26-27
May 7, 2026
6:05
Gaal Ben Eved shows up to lead the rebellion
83
Ep1315 Shoftim 9:24-25
Ep1315 Shoftim 9:24-25
May 5, 2026
7:19
The people of Shechem set up an ambush
84
Ep1314 Shoftim 9:22-23
Ep1314 Shoftim 9:22-23
May 5, 2026
6:26
After 3 years of rule, Animosity develops between Avimelech and Shechem
85
Ep1313 Deeper Dive - Alternate Explanations to Yosam’s parable
Ep1313 Deeper Dive - Alternate Explanations to Yosam’s parable
May 3, 2026
19:08
Additional commentaries explain Yosam’s message
86
Ep1312 Shoftim 9:19-21
Ep1312 Shoftim 9:19-21
Apr 24, 2026
7:08
Yosam’s conclusion and departure
87
Ep1311 Shoftim 9:16-18
Ep1311 Shoftim 9:16-18
Apr 23, 2026
8:29
Yosam delivers the main point of his speech
88
Ep1310 Shoftim 9:14-15
Ep1310 Shoftim 9:14-15
Apr 21, 2026
8:52
Finally the thorn is offered to rule
89
Ep1308 Shoftim 9:8-9
Ep1308 Shoftim 9:8-9
Apr 19, 2026
7:55
The olive tree is offered the role of leadership
90
Ep1324 Shoftim 9:54-57
Ep1324 Shoftim 9:54-57
May 19, 2026
7:55
With Avimelech’s death, Yosam’s curse is fulfilled
91
Ep1325 Shoftim 10:1-2
Ep1325 Shoftim 10:1-2
May 21, 2026
7:12
Tola Ben Puah judges during a period of righteousness
92
Ep1326 Shoftim 10:3-5
Ep1326 Shoftim 10:3-5
May 24, 2026
7:41
Yair follows as the next Judge
93
Ep1327 Shoftim 10:6-7
Ep1327 Shoftim 10:6-7
May 26, 2026
7:45
The jews once again lapse into idol worship
94
Ep1328 Shoftim 10:8-9
Ep1328 Shoftim 10:8-9
May 27, 2026
7:59
Amon & Pelishtim oppress and demoralize the nation
95
Ep1329 Shoftim 10:10-14
Ep1329 Shoftim 10:10-14
May 29, 2026
7:59
Hashem refuses the teshuva of the Nation
96
Ep1330 Shoftim 10:15-16
Ep1330 Shoftim 10:15-16
Jun 1, 2026
7:45
The Nation doubles down their efforts to repent and Hashem finally relents
97
Ep1331 Shoftim 10:17-18
Ep1331 Shoftim 10:17-18
Jun 2, 2026
7:16
As Amon retreats, the Gileadim look for a military leader
98
Ep1332 Shoftim 11:1
Ep1332 Shoftim 11:1
Jun 3, 2026
8:06
Intro to Yiftach Hagiladi
99
Ep1333 Shoftim 11:2-3
Ep1333 Shoftim 11:2-3
Jun 4, 2026
7:17
Yiftach is banished by his family
100
Ep1334 Shoftim 11:3-4
Ep1334 Shoftim 11:3-4
Jun 5, 2026
7:13
Yiftach attracts lowlife followers