Popular Shows by Yechiel Krisch Yechiel Krisch
256 episodes
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Name
Release Date
Duration
1
The Jew who wanted to be a priest
The Jew who wanted to be a priest
May 16, 2023
11:25
The Rebbe's approach to missionaries, and how he approached one Jewish boy who wanted to convert to Christianity and join the clergy. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 157 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Illegitimate children in Israel
Illegitimate children in Israel
May 16, 2023
17:58
The Rebbe weighs in on the "Langer Affair" (and R. Shlomo Goren's role in it), one of Israel's most politically-charged debates of 1973, with ripple effects that will ultimately shape the Rabbinate. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 99. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
3
A Plea to Repent
A Plea to Repent
May 16, 2023
16:48
What prompted the Rebbe to send an Israeli politician a five-page letter beseeching him to repent immediately? This letter comes with a powerful and miraculous backstory—one of those rare glimpses behind the curtain that keeps you up at night. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Getting a Driver's License
Getting a Driver's License
Nov 14, 2024
26:56
When individuals asked the Rebbe about getting a license to drive, the Rebbe's answers in letters and private audiences ranged from clear enthusiasm to unqualified refusal. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Does Tznius Apply to Men?
Does Tznius Apply to Men?
Jul 27, 2026
39:16
The importance of tznius is often expressed to women, but less so to men. The Rebbe explains the importance of modesty, and emphasizes that its rules apply to men just as women. Bonus: A deep-dive into the Rebbe's position on men wearing shorts.
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Alcohol Consumption & Kiddush on Mashke
Alcohol Consumption & Kiddush on Mashke
Jun 26, 2026
35:41
Letters, Sichos, and private conversations reveal the Rebbe's clear position on alcohol consumption: With very few exceptions, we are not to get drunk, drink more than 3 or 4 small cups of hard liquor (Mashke) at one sitting, or make Kiddush on Mashke. The Rebbe asks that we not come up with excuses to dodge these rules, and goes so far as to say that those who do so are not his Shluchim and should not participate in his Peulos. Most importantly, the Rebbe emphasizes that we do not need Mashke.
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Best Segulah for a Shidduch (Men)
Best Segulah for a Shidduch (Men)
Dec 25, 2023
17:55
There may be thousands of Segulos to help young couples find their soulmates. But the Rebbe offers one consistent piece of advice year after year in Iggros, and guarantees that it works. Part II: Segulah for Men --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Is Chassidus Therapy?
Is Chassidus Therapy?
Jul 18, 2023
25:49
Special Episode: What is the relationship between Tikun HaMiddos and Chassidus? Is the point of Chassidus to help me become a better person? Can Chassidus be used to fix base Middos, or is decency a prerequisite? This class looks at letters from the Rebbe and Previous Rebbe to address these questions (and resolve apparent contradictions). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Marrying Before An Older Sibling
Marrying Before An Older Sibling
May 18, 2023
23:08
By request of one of our regular listeners, this episode explores the Rebbe's position on siblings getting married out of order (eg, a younger sibling before an older sibling). Rebbe has many letters on this subject, and the answers are quite nuanced. The class explores the Halachic parameters of the question, and demonstrates that the Rebbe's responses to each scenario line up perfectly with the established Halachic approach. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
10
Glasses, Contacts, and Vision Loss
Glasses, Contacts, and Vision Loss
Aug 16, 2026
29:15
While exploring letters from the Rebbe that describe Segulos for good eyesight and spiritual cures for vision loss, we also discuss the Rebbe's position on contact lenses. And, as a bonus, we demonstrate from primary sources, photographs, and paintings that a least four Chabad Rabbeim wore glasses.
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Family Planning
Family Planning
Aug 11, 2026
33:47
The Rebbe's campaign against family planning. In these letters, the Rebbe describes family planning, birth control, and the choice to space out children as a destructive ideology that undermines the foundations of the Jewish home and completely misunderstands what a gift children are. While allowing room for individual cases in which it is dangerous for the mother to get pregnant, the Rebbe pushes back against the trend to limit or delay having children for any other reason.
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Aliens
Aliens
Jul 9, 2026
34:51
The Rebbe sees no issue with the idea of extraterrestrials (and maybe even UFOs), but provides three important guidelines for how we are to think about life on other planets.
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Hypocrisy
Hypocrisy
Nov 12, 2024
23:35
How can we grow in our Yiddishkeit step by step without appearing hypocritical? Is it not hypocrisy to take on Mitzvos, or to study the inner dimensions of the Torah, before one is living as a completely observant Jew? -- Original letters and Sichos for this Shiur and many others available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12ehoGNXfgJTm4xCQKYNRRBW2E0XMscsL?usp=sharing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Mixed Dancing
Mixed Dancing
Mar 4, 2024
32:12
Letters and Sichos describing the damage that mixed dancing causes to marriages, the clear Halachic issues, and how to explain all of this to less receptive audiences. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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When Helping Israel Hurts
When Helping Israel Hurts
Feb 5, 2024
22:49
In response to those who want to help the situation in Israel by violating a Torah law, the Rebbe gives one consistent answer: you're right that there's a fire, but you're trying to put it out with kerosene. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Loneliness
Loneliness
Nov 14, 2023
25:38
In this series of letters from the Rebbe addressing loneliness, two distinct approachs emerge. Some writers are shown ways to conquer loneliness; others are shown ways to embrace it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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A Star-Crossed Shidduch
A Star-Crossed Shidduch
Nov 10, 2023
12:18
What do we do when parents don't approve of a Shidduch? Should children obey their parents, or marry whomever they choose? We explore three different approaches in the Rebbe's letters, and attempt to build a general rule as to how to approach such scenarios. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Careers for Jewish Women
Careers for Jewish Women
Oct 12, 2023
26:06
The Rebbe emphasizes the importance of education, establishes it as the foundation of Judaism itself, and empowers Jewish women to pursue that field, specifically, in the model of our Matriarchs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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On short engagements
On short engagements
Aug 17, 2023
19:47
An exploration of the Rebbe's well-known position that young couples should have the shortest possible engagements, minimizing the time between the decision to get married and the wedding itself. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Prizes for children
Prizes for children
Jul 5, 2023
21:12
Should we be giving children prizes for learning Torah, doing Mitzvos, or attending Shul? What does the Rebbe say about contests, raffles, etc—and are certain prizes inappropriate? In today's letter the Rebbe strongly opposes giving out a soccer ball as a prize. The class focuses on appropriate prizes (and the possible issues with a soccer ball in particular). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Boxing, Wrestling, and Martial Arts
Boxing, Wrestling, and Martial Arts
Jun 29, 2023
21:37
In today's letter someone asks the Rebbe for his blessing to pursue a career in professional wrestling (which will make him quite wealthy and allow him to better support Chabad institutions). The class examines the Halachic implications of such activities, and reviews a letter from the Rebbe about teaching karate and martial arts in high schools. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Yeshiva Torah Vodaath and Lubavitch
Yeshiva Torah Vodaath and Lubavitch
Jun 8, 2023
15:25
The Rebbe wrote a very warm letter to the Mashgiach of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath in 1973, but this was just one sign of the very close relationship the Rebbe (and the Previous Rebbe) had with the storied non-Chassidic Yeshiva. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Ideologies and -ism's
Ideologies and -ism's
Jun 5, 2023
26:05
In this letter the Rebbe discusses the pitfalls of modernity (including Modern Judaism) and "-isms" of all kinds, and the class delves into a Michtav Klali and Sicha that explain the futility and failure of the many ideologies that Jews cling to instead of Torah and Mitzvos. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Dictators and Independence
Dictators and Independence
Jun 1, 2023
16:19
Those who put their hearts and souls into institutions are often fiercely defensive of their ability to run their Mosdos by fiat. But the Rebbe does not tolerate dictators, and demands that every head of a Chabad institution consult with an advisory board before making major decisions. This class looks at multiple letters from the Rebbe that push a collaborative model—and which harshly censure individuals who make unilateral decisions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Secular Studies
Secular Studies
May 23, 2023
22:54
This is Part 2 of a two-part series. Here we review both letters and Sichos to determine what the Rebbe wants schools that teach secular subjects to look like. The class highlights four key features that every dual-curriculum school must have in order to meet the Rebbe's expectations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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B"H or BS"D at the Top of a Page
B"H or BS"D at the Top of a Page
May 18, 2023
19:49
In this letter the Rebbe gently reminds the writer that there should be a B"H or BS"D at the tops of all letters and written materials. The class explores the source of this custom and the extent of the instruction, along with its potential Halachic pitfalls. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 353 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Dating Someone Less Religious
Dating Someone Less Religious
May 17, 2023
21:47
Should a Bochur consider a Shidduch with a girl who is less religious than he is? What if she promises to increase her observance over time? Today's letter reflects the Rebbe's often-stated position on such Shidduchim, the shiur explores other letters on the same subject. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 22 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Talent and How to Use It
Talent and How to Use It
May 17, 2023
21:09
Do we believe in natural talent? How can we identify talent so it will be utilized most productively? What is the cost of wasted talent? This letter captures the Rebbe's deep interest in individual talents, and the class collates the Rebbe's talent-related advice from many different letters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Can a Rabbi Make Aliyah?
Can a Rabbi Make Aliyah?
May 17, 2023
20:38
Are Rabbonim and community leaders ever allowed to leave their flock to move to Israel? This letter reflects the Rebbe's well-known stance on the subject, with a shiur that explores just how far-reaching that stance may be. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 138 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
30
Modern Jewish Music
Modern Jewish Music
Sep 5, 2024
26:12
The Rebbe's position on Jewish music within secular genres, such as Rock, Pop, or Rap, and a brief discussion of secular music and setting Torah lyrics to non-Jewish melodies. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
31
Organization for Jewish Scientists
Organization for Jewish Scientists
May 17, 2023
13:43
This letter advocates the establishment of an Organization of Religious Scientists From Eastern Europe, and the class explores the Rebbe's interest in this project and his repeated attempts to get such an organization off the ground. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Opening a Chabad House without permission
Opening a Chabad House without permission
Dec 26, 2023
18:14
Maybe someone wants to open a Chabad House in a town that already has Lubavitcher Mosdos. Or perhaps he simply wants to do the Rebbe's work in the same town as a long-time Shliach. The Rebbe's response to such issues is surprisingly consistent. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Vegan Tefillin
Vegan Tefillin
Jan 2, 2024
19:23
The Rebbe's response to someone so concerned about animal rights that he was uncomfortable wearing leather Tefillin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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When Archaeology & Torah Contradict (Part I)
When Archaeology & Torah Contradict (Part I)
Jan 3, 2024
20:49
A series of letters in Sichos illustrating the Rebbe's approach to reconciling archaeological evidence with our traditions. Part I: Dead Sea Scrolls, Arch of Titus Part II: Aleppo Codex, Biblical Archaeology --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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When Archaeology & Torah Contradict (Part II)
When Archaeology & Torah Contradict (Part II)
Jan 4, 2024
32:41
A series of letters in Sichos illustrating the Rebbe's approach to reconciling archaeological evidence with our traditions. Part I: Dead Sea Scrolls, Arch of Titus Part II: Aleppo Codex, Biblical Archaeology --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Is Yarmulke a Big Deal?
Is Yarmulke a Big Deal?
Jan 8, 2024
25:05
In theory, the obligation for men to cover their heads appears to be a Midas Chasidus. But when individuals write to the Rebbe about taking a more lenient approach to Kippah/Yarmulka, his answer is consistent and firm. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Why Youth Break Rules (and Property)
Why Youth Break Rules (and Property)
Jan 9, 2024
31:31
The Rebbe often discusses the great power of young people, but also the potential pitfalls of youthful insecurity and confusion. Here the Rebbe explains why young people sometimes rebel, cause property damage, and buck moral systems, and how to prevent it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Chabad Siddur (Part I)
The Chabad Siddur (Part I)
Jan 15, 2024
24:33
A deep dive into the Rebbe's position on Nusach Ari/Alter Rebbe, the unique advantages of Chabad Nusach, whether switching from Nusach Ashkenaz or Sefard to Chabad's order of prayers is permitted, and what to do in a shul with a different Nusach. Part I: The advantages of Nusach Chabad Part II: Switching Nussach & Davening in other shuls --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Chabad Siddur (Part II)
The Chabad Siddur (Part II)
Jan 15, 2024
23:15
A deep dive into the Rebbe's position on Nusach Ari/Alter Rebbe, the unique advantages of Chabad Nusach, whether switching from Nusach Ashkenaz or Sefard to Chabad's order of prayers is permitted, and what to do in a shul with a different Nusach. Part I: The advantages of Nusach Chabad Part II: Switching Nussach & Davening in other shuls --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Holy Jealousy
Holy Jealousy
Jan 15, 2024
25:33
A series of letters in which the Rebbe counsels individuals on the subject of envy, explaining that jealousy--when channeled properly--is the key to unlocking one's full potential. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Yud Shvat (Previous Shiur from 5783)
Yud Shvat (Previous Shiur from 5783)
Jan 18, 2024
13:36
In honor of Yud Shvat, this class features a letter from the Friediker Rebbe (Iggros of the Friediker Rebbe Vol 1 Pg 604) and its powerful backstory. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Doubts in Faith (Part I: The Previous Rebbe)
Doubts in Faith (Part I: The Previous Rebbe)
Jan 22, 2024
25:11
In honor of 10 Shvat 5784, we look at a letter from the Friediker Rebbe that addresses Sfeikos in Emunah--what to do when one doubts the existence of G-d. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Doubts in Faith (Part II: The Rebbe)
Doubts in Faith (Part II: The Rebbe)
Jan 22, 2024
24:38
In honor of 10 Shvat 5784, we initially looked at a letter from the Friediker Rebbe that addresses Sfeikos in Emunah. Now we turn to the Rebbe's letters on the topic, which illustrate how the Rebbe unpacks and repackages the Previous Rebbe's Torah for a new generation, giving us the tools to combat doubt. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Tu B'Shvat: 3 Big Ideas
Tu B'Shvat: 3 Big Ideas
Jan 25, 2024
21:29
Three letters from the Rebbe about how we can relate to the Rosh Hashanah for Trees this 15 Shvat. 1) Living your life like a tree. 2) Explaining the day to small children. 3) Tu B'Shvat with Moshiach --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Cigarettes, Tobacco, and Smoking
Cigarettes, Tobacco, and Smoking
Jan 30, 2024
33:16
By special request, we look at a series of letters, discussions, and stories that capture both the importance of tobacco in Hasidic history and the modern imperative that we take the risks seriously. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Rebbe and the Physicist
The Rebbe and the Physicist
Jan 31, 2024
23:33
The Rebbe wrote several letters to famed physicist Dr. Herman Branover--at times complimenting his work, and at times offering a gentle critique. We explore several of these letters, as well as the story of how Dr. Branover escaped the USSR to make his mark in America, Israel, and the world at large. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Rebbe and the Restaurateur
The Rebbe and the Restaurateur
Jan 31, 2024
17:49
Several letters emphasizing the Rebbe's substantial interest and investment in Kosher restaurants around the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Rebbetzin's Letters
The Rebbetzin's Letters
Feb 1, 2024
20:50
In honor of 22 Shvat, the Yahrtzeit of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka (wife of the Rebbe and daughter of the Previous Rebbe), we look at several letters from the Previous Rebbe, written to and about her. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Autopsies
Autopsies
May 17, 2023
17:43
In this letter the Rebbe highlights the Halachic complexities of performing an autopsy, and we explore the major opinions in Poskim. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 142 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Women in the Military
Women in the Military
Feb 6, 2024
28:49
A deep dive into the Rebbe's firm position against women being drafted into or voluntarily joining the military. Plus: a discussion afterwards about whether the Rebbe's letters written 30-40 years ago apply in modern Israel, where recent initiatives have made the IDF more hospitable to observant Jews. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Why We Need Boots on the Ground
Why We Need Boots on the Ground
Feb 8, 2024
23:55
The Rebbe offers advice and general guidance constantly, but when it comes to specific situations he often defers to local authorities. Today we explore the reason for that, expressed in many letters (mostly regarding teachers and schools): "one can only judge based on what one can see with one's own eyes." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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How Can We Put Tefillin On Unobservant Jews?
How Can We Put Tefillin On Unobservant Jews?
Feb 13, 2024
33:26
The Rebbe writes an FAQ responding to claims against Mivtza Tefillin, providing us with compelling answers to those who oppose the project and believe, mistakenly, that it is forbidden to put Tefillin on Jews who are not yet observant. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Going Into Debt
Going Into Debt
Feb 15, 2024
29:21
When is debt worth it? Today we explore Sichos and letters, some which almost gleefully promote taking out loans, and others that express hesitation or outright forbid going into debt. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Mental Health (Therapists & Conditions)
Mental Health (Therapists & Conditions)
Feb 16, 2024
27:18
Exploring whether the Rebbe considers mental health professionals "doctors". Plus, responses to patients with specific conditions including: OCD, Schizophrenia, Suicidal Ideation, and Addiction. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Art, Drawing, and Painting
Art, Drawing, and Painting
Feb 20, 2024
24:32
The Rebbe describes an artist's job as revealing the inner nature of all things and breathing life into the inanimate. He also celebrates the potential of the visual arts in inspiring divine service--the Previous Rebbe praised the potential of landscape paintings, and the Rebbe Rashab was inspired by his visit to the Louvre. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Saying Sorry & Demanding Apologies
Saying Sorry & Demanding Apologies
Feb 21, 2024
27:06
A survey of several letters and Sichos capturing general principles about when the Rebbe apologizes, how he says sorry, and when and how he demands apologies from others in unique situations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Is Hitting Kids Good Chinuch?
Is Hitting Kids Good Chinuch?
Feb 22, 2024
24:11
Although the Rebbe advocates discipline and disagrees with modern notions of permissive parenting, letters, Sichos, and anecdotes suggest the Rebbe would oppose corporal punishment for children and students in all but the most extreme scenarioes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Should Kids Be Taught in Yiddish?
Should Kids Be Taught in Yiddish?
Feb 28, 2024
20:57
The Rebbe often celebrates the unique advantages of Yiddish. But when it comes to the Cheder classroom, the Rebbe's letters and private conversations reveal a more nuanced approach to teaching in Yiddish, especially when the students are non-native speakers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Talking to Co-Workers About Judaism
Talking to Co-Workers About Judaism
Feb 28, 2024
24:59
A series of letters on the subject of influencing your surroundings, and always be a Mashpia while only rarely being a Mikabel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Nursing Homes
Nursing Homes
May 17, 2023
8:05
The Rebbe discourages an investor from getting involved in the Nursing Home business, citing reports that such institutions often provide residents with less food or heat in order to cut operating costs. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 133 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Missionaries in the Holy Land
Missionaries in the Holy Land
Mar 5, 2024
21:54
The Rebbe's no-nonsense approach to Christian Missionaries in the Land of Israel, and his response to the claim that there are political realities that obligate the Israeli government to tolerate it. Bonus: The Rebbe's advice on debating/delegitimizing missionaries. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Were the Early Misnagdim Right?
Were the Early Misnagdim Right?
Mar 6, 2024
26:24
Multiple letters addressing those who resist learning Chassidus due to a 200-year-old ban, issued by some of the greatest scholars of the time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Expensive Weddings
Expensive Weddings
Mar 7, 2024
23:10
The Rebbe's position on expensive weddings (not to mention the Rebbe's opinion on materialism itself) is widely misunderstood. This series of letters captures the Rebbe's nuanced position on wedding expenses, and sheds light on the Chassidic attitude toward spending. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Past Lives & Reincarnation
Past Lives & Reincarnation
Mar 13, 2024
27:45
A collection of letters and Sichos that clarify the Rebbe's position on reincarnation (Gilgul) and past lives, tailored to answer questions about past life regression therapy and individuals who claim knowledge of their past lives. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Cholov Yisroel
Cholov Yisroel
Mar 14, 2024
21:35
Letters and Sichos describing the importance of Cholov Yisroel, and the dangers of using non-Kosher or less Kosher dairy products, particularly when it comes to small children. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Sports
Sports
Mar 18, 2024
28:17
Letters and Sichos reflecting the Rebbe position on sports in schools, professional sports, contact sports, the Olympics, how to talk to your kids about sports, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Getting Drunk on Purim
Getting Drunk on Purim
Mar 19, 2024
23:51
Letters and Sichos describing the Rebbe's position on drinking until drunk on Purim. Should we rely on Heterim to drink less or nothing at all? Should we worry about causing harm to others through drinking? Does the Rebbe's "Gezeira" limiting alcohol intake apply on Purim? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Siyum on Rambam
Siyum on Rambam
Apr 1, 2024
22:13
Letters and Sichos about how and where to make a Siyum HaRambam, the importance of Siyumim in general, and why you should participate even if you don't learn Rambam (yet). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Eclipses & Astrology
Eclipses & Astrology
Apr 8, 2024
26:57
Letters and Sichos from the Rebbe about eclipses, horoscopes, and whether we worry about heavenly signs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Stock Market
The Stock Market
Apr 9, 2024
21:11
The Rebbe's position on investing in the stock market, with particular attention to short-term investments. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Cruise That Desecrated Shabbos
The Cruise That Desecrated Shabbos
Apr 12, 2024
1:31:11
The story of one of the Rebbe's most storied Halachic showdowns, in which he uses his Halachic and engineering expertise in concert to debunk the false claims of Israel's ZIM shipping company that their transatlantic cruises were not violating Shabbos (or had no choice but to do so). This was originally a three-part Shiur, condensed into a single Special Episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Why Memorize Torah?
Why Memorize Torah?
May 6, 2024
23:40
A multi-part series on the Rebbe's push for individuals to learn "Baal Peh"—memorizing words of Torah. Part 1: Overview of the Hasidic emphasis on Torah by heart Part 2: Deep-dive into Mishnayos by heart Part 3: Deep-dive into Tanya by heart --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Why Memorize Mishnayos?
Why Memorize Mishnayos?
May 7, 2024
32:08
A multi-part series on the Rebbe's push for individuals to learn "Baal Peh"—memorizing words of Torah. Part 1: Overview of the Hasidic emphasis on Torah by heart Part 2: Deep-dive into Mishnayos by heart Part 3: Deep-dive into Tanya by heart --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Why Memorize Tanya?
Why Memorize Tanya?
May 9, 2024
24:52
A multi-part series on the Rebbe's push for individuals to learn "Baal Peh"—memorizing words of Torah. Part 1: Overview of the Hasidic emphasis on Torah by heart Part 2: Deep-dive into Mishnayos by heart Part 3: Deep-dive into Tanya by heart --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Heter Kiruv: Sacrificing Halacha For Outreach?
Heter Kiruv: Sacrificing Halacha For Outreach?
May 15, 2024
28:33
Letters and Sichos clarifying the Rebbe's position on the so-called "Heter Kiruv", which would allow bending or even breaking Halacha in order to bring Jews closer to Judaism. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Lag B'Omer Without The Rebbe
Lag B'Omer Without The Rebbe
May 26, 2024
18:48
Note: This is a repost of a prior Shiur, given in 5783 in preparation for Lag B'Omer. The Rebbe only missed one Sunday Lag B'Omer parade ever: in 1973, the year that we are studying. We know that The Rebbe refused to attend, and we know that he delivered a Sicha describing his reasons, but the details remain opaque. In this letter The Rebbe responds to a Chosid protesting his decision, with guidance deeply applicable to modern Lag B'Omer parades. The class reviews the Sicha in question, and provides a brief history of the parades. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Techeles (Part 1)
Techeles (Part 1)
May 28, 2024
22:36
In this Two-Part series we explore the history of Techeiles, the long-lost blue thread that the Torah commands us to attach to our Tzitzis. We mainly focus on how our Rabbeim responded to the (now less popular) Radzyner Tekheles, but we also discuss how the principles found in the Rebbe's letters and Sichos may apply to modern Teckhelet. Part I: The Rebbe Rashab's Letter Part II: The Rebbe's Letters and Sichos --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Techeles (Part 2)
Techeles (Part 2)
May 28, 2024
22:35
In this Two-Part series we explore the history of Techeiles, the long-lost blue thread that the Torah commands us to attach to our Tzitzis. We mainly focus on how our Rabbeim responded to the (now less popular) Radzyner Tekheles, but we also discuss how the principles found in the Rebbe's letters and Sichos may apply to modern Teckhelet. Part I: The Rebbe Rashab's Letter Part II: The Rebbe's Letters and Sichos --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Dealing with Anti-Semitic Politicians
Dealing with Anti-Semitic Politicians
Jun 3, 2024
24:34
The Rebbe's approach to dealing with world leaders who oppose Israeli and Jewish interests, in letters and Sichos. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Shavuos & International Dateline (5783)
Shavuos & International Dateline (5783)
Jun 11, 2024
23:39
In honor of Shavuos, please enjoy this episode from last year (5783). In this special episode, we departed from our usual 1973 letter repertoire to discuss several letters about the international dateline—specifically focusing on how the Rebbe wanted those who traveled to/from Australia during Sefiras HaOmer to celebrate Shavuos. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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How to celebrate your Birthday
How to celebrate your Birthday
Jun 27, 2024
19:34
Guidance from the Rebbe on how to celebrate a birthday, with a handful of surprising letters about specific practices. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The U.S. Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education
Jun 28, 2024
22:08
The Rebbe strongly supported (and according to some Washington insiders, was instrumental in founding) the U.S. Department of Education. Today we look at letters and Sichos in which the Rebbe supports the creation of a federal Department of Education, and begin to explore the Rebbe's position on the importance of strong public schools. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Prayer and G-d in Public Schools
Prayer and G-d in Public Schools
Jun 28, 2024
26:17
The Rebbe believes in the power of the public school system to civilize the nations of the world, but recognizes the shortcomings of the system. In these letters and Sichos, he highlights some of the biggest issues and strongly advocates prayer, G-d, and morality in public school classrooms. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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When it's too hot to wear Tzitzis
When it's too hot to wear Tzitzis
Jul 1, 2024
24:50
The Rebbe responds to a question about wearing Tzitzis in a dirty workplace, which leads to a discussion of whether men should be wearing a Tallis Katan while playing sports, working out, or boiling in the heat of summer. We end with a Sicha, and the overall implications for Tznius and strict Halachic adherence in the summer months. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Why do we build 770 replicas?
Why do we build 770 replicas?
Jul 3, 2024
24:03
A deep dive into the Rebbe's involvement in the construction of 770 replicas in Kfar Chabad, Milan, and Los Angeles, and a discussion of the Rebbe's position on building 770s around the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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The Evil Eye
The Evil Eye
May 12, 2025
29:43
Unlike prior discussions of superstition and anxiety, in these letters the Rebbe answers people concerned about what appears to be a legitimate concern—Ayin Hara, the Evil Eye.
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Benedictine
Benedictine
Jun 30, 2026
31:09
Benedictine, a sweet and complex brand of liqueur, was present on the Rebbe's Farbrengen table for years until complaints about its Kashrus led to its removal. This Shiur tells the story of the rise and fall (and, perhaps, resurgence?) of Benedictine in Lubavitch through letters, Sichos, and stories. L'Chaim!
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Supporting a Sefardic Yeshiva
Supporting a Sefardic Yeshiva
May 17, 2023
15:20
The Rebbe advocates for a struggling Sefardic Yeshiva in Tel Aviv, and the ripple effects are not fully felt until 2006. Iggros Volume 28 Pg 17 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
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Taking Spiritual Inventory
Taking Spiritual Inventory
Jun 25, 2026
29:38
Cheshbon HaNefesh--an honest accounting of our deeds--is central to the service of G-d, but only under the right circumstances. In these letters the Rebbe cautions that, when done at improper times and without joy, a Cheshbon HaNefesh can do more harm than good.
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What Makes a Home Jewish
What Makes a Home Jewish
Jun 23, 2026
25:58
The walls of our homes absorb what happens inside them and, in this series of letters and Sichos, the Rebbe emphasizes the importance of managing that by building a home imbued with holiness that serves as a haven from outside influences.
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Partisan Politics
Partisan Politics
Jun 22, 2026
36:24
Chabad is apolitical. And while the Rebbe sees room for Jewish organizations focused on political activism, he insists that the goal of reaching every single Jew without alienating anyone due to politics overrides even the noblest political goals.
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Guide for the Perplexed (Moreh Nevuchim)
Guide for the Perplexed (Moreh Nevuchim)
May 20, 2025
32:03
Rambam's philosophical work, Moreh Nevuchim (the Guide for the Perplexed) was initially decried as heretical and kicked off the Maimonidean Controversy that pitted rationalism against tradition. Although few truly oppose The Moreh nowadays, it is still apprached with caution in many Jewish circles. What is the Rebbe's Shita regarding Moreh Nevuchim? Should we study the Guide for the Perplexed and, if so, how and when should we learn it?
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Alternative Medicine
Alternative Medicine
May 14, 2025
33:17
The Rebbe's position on naturopathy, homeopathy, osteopathy, and other forms of alternative and complementary medicine.
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Chanukah, Soldiers, Parties (5783)
Chanukah, Soldiers, Parties (5783)
Dec 31, 2023
22:19
The Rebbe had a consistent answer to Israeli soldiers who thanked him for sending Shluchim to their bases to arrange Chanukah parties, and that timeless message is key to arranging our own Chanukah parties to the greatest effect. (Reposted from 5783)
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Chanukah Gelt (5783)
Chanukah Gelt (5783)
Dec 25, 2023
17:06
Is giving gifts on Chanukah a Jewish custom? What can we learn from the long-standing custom to specifically give money ("Gelt")? Reposted from 5783.
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Can Girls Light the Menorah? (5783)
Can Girls Light the Menorah? (5783)
Dec 28, 2023
26:05
Based loosely on a Chanukah letter the Rebbe sent the graduating class of Bais Rivka, this Shiur is a deep-dive into the Halacha and Minhag surrounding women and girls lighting the Menorah. (Reposted from 5783)
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Electric Menorahs (5783)
Electric Menorahs (5783)
Dec 29, 2023
23:46
A letter from the Rebbe knocks down some of the halachic opposition to electric Menorahs, leaving us with the question: can we use them? (Reposted from 5783)
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Encouraging Shabbos Violation
Encouraging Shabbos Violation
Jun 30, 2026
27:04
You may have heard the expression: "if you're going to drive on Shabbos anyway, you may as well drive to shul" or the memorable quote attributed to a great Tzadik: "Come however you want, whenever you want." While the underlying message of love is certainly valuable, this Shiur demonstrates that the position itself is contrary to the Rebbe's Shita, against his explicit instructions, and almost certainly against Jewish law.
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Mivtza Chanukah (5783)
Mivtza Chanukah (5783)
Jan 2, 2024
18:11
The Rebbe officially launched the Chanukah campaign fifty years ago to ensure that every Jewish home has a Menorah. We look at letters, Sichos, and stories from that historic moment. (Reposted from 5783)
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Dollars & Coins
Dollars & Coins
May 7, 2025
29:24
A brief history of the Rebbe's distribution of coins and dollars, and an exploration of letters and Sichos that explain what the Rebbe intends to accomplish through this unique Peulah.