What happens after the fire of yeshiva goes out? This week I'm sharing an episode from Torat JLIC, a podcast I love, one that takes the complexity of modern life seriously instead of talking around it. The guest for this episode is Rav Uri Lorkis, who just wrapped a few years as JLIC rabbi in Michigan and now works as a startup coach. We dig into the real transition every yeshiva guy faces: how do you carry that intensity into the next stage of life, when the schedule, the chavrusas, and the structure are gone? Beyond the practical adjustments is a deeper crisis: Is it possible to live up to our values? Or will the daily grind dictate our agenda? Rav Uri brings some sharp, honest insight. Make sure to check out the Torat JLIC feed for more great content!

This episode is a recording of a Sicha given by Rav Asher Weiss to members of the Shtark Tank community, about balancing Torah, work, and family. This was our first in-person event, but B"H it will not be our last. We are already planning our next memorable event, as well as other opportunities exclusively for Shtark Tank community members. If you don't want to miss out, make sure to join our quiet Whatsapp group. Click here to join. This episode is sponsored in honor of the balabatim who learn in Kollel Boker Ohr Shmuel in Ramot Bet. Ohr Shmuel is a warm place meant for all ages and backgrounds to start their day with Torah learning. They have chavrusa matching, chaburas and more. May all of the lomdim have success in their learning and all other endeavors. For more info, Whatsapp Daniel at +972 54-818-5390.

In this Shovavim special, I sat down with marriage coach Aaron Zakowski for a direct and practical conversation about what it really means to be a Jewish husband and father in today’s world. We talk about: Why emotional safety matters as much as financial stability The mistake many men make when they try to “fix” instead of listen How long work hours affect marriage—and what actually helps Why your value as a Jewish man does not come from your paycheck What most chassan classes don’t prepare you for How marriage changes at different stages of life Stress, self-esteem, and why men need support too Creating closeness at home without needing more time in the day Resources Aaron on Instagram Beyond The Chassan Class (Webinar) Shalom Bayis Daily (Whatsapp Group) You can reach Aaron at [email protected]

In our very first episode, we sit down for a conversation with Zevi Reinitz, tech executive and mechaber seforim. We discuss his journey as a writer, and what he thinks is the most important mindset for a Ben Torah in the workforce. You can check out Zevi on LinkedIn and join his "Great Qs on the parsha Whatsapp Group" Shtark Tank is a podcast for Bnei Torah in the workforce, providing insightful conversations with role models and mentors. Join our quiet WhatsApp group, where I will be posting new episodes, as well as bonus content related to each weeks conversation. Would love to have you along for the ride! Chapter 1: Intro and Background Chapter 2: Zevi's Writing 'Career' Chapter 3: Limiting Mindset Chapter 4: Today's Unique Moment

To recieve a free copy of Light in the Darkness, about Shemirat HaEinayim in today's world, email [email protected] turns up the heat on shmiras einayim, and this episode isn't going to fix that. It's an honest conversation about the struggle, with returning guest Dr. Dan Jacobson offering real perspective instead of a quick fix. We get into:Why the trigger itself was never the real issue, and what actually determines what happens nextHow mindfulness (yes, the same tools behind DBT and ACT) offers a different way to hold a hard moment, without pretending it isn't hardWhy chasing a clean scorecard of "success" or "failure" in this area does more harm than goodA sharp Taz on hespedim that reframes the whole question: who you are is what you value, not your track recordWhether tznius really is "the battle of our generation," and what it means to sit with that honestlyPractical thoughts on family vacations and beach trips, without easy answers Dan mentions Palouse Mindfulness, a free 8-part course by a student of Jon Kabat-Zinn, for anyone who wants to go deeper on their own. If this conversation was honest in a way you needed, leave a 5-star review. It helps more people find it.

This Yom HaZikaron, we sit with two fathers who lost their sons in the early months of the war. Eitan Morell shares the story of his son Maoz — a kid with ADHD and learning difficulties who walked into a yeshiva that didn't want him, refused to leave, and became the kind of soldier his unit looked up to. Eitan reflects on what it means to suddenly see your child's whole life in reverse — and how grief reveals a person you thought you already knew. Rob Airley shares the story of his son Binyamin — named best soldier in his platoon, loved by commanders and chaverim alike. The kind of guy who, moments before being killed, volunteered to run into a building because his unit needed him. Rob talks about learning to grieve without falling apart — and what it looks like to keep laughing and dancing in the house when Binyamin is no longer at the table. We end off with exerpts from 3 other episodes, about the beauty of living in Israel. Shtark Tank episodes with Eli Freedman and Yaakov Ehrenkranz, and Yaakov's appearance on the DHR podcast hosted by Zak Lenik. Make sure to sign up for newsletter at ShtarkTank.org To support Beit Binyamin click here To watch the movie about Maoz Morell click here Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:20 Eitan Morell remembers his son Maoz 00:39:34 Rob Airley remembers his son Binyamin 01:11:25 Shtark Tank with Eli Freedman 0:1:23:17 Shtark Tank with Yaakov Ehrenkranz 01:33:24 Yaakov on DHR Podcast