Popular Shows by Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier

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Derech Hashem: The Hidden System Running the World

Mar 10, 2026

45:39

What if the physical world is only the surface of something much bigger? In this powerful Derech Hashem shiur, Rabbi Shafier uncovers the spiritual forces that operate behind the scenes of creation: forces that ancient civilizations understood far better than we do today. Why did Pharaoh believe he could fight Hashem?And what does that reveal about the hidden power every Jew holds? Once you hear this, you’ll never look at the world the same way again. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Living Through The Makkos - Part 1

Jan 6, 2026

55:45

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Pesach: It Doesn't Have to be This Way

Mar 12, 2026

57:51

Most people think one clear miracle would change everything. Rabbi Shafier shows why that’s not true. In this powerful shiur, he takes you back into Mitzrayim and asks a haunting question: how did the Egyptians watch open miracles, month after month, and still refuse to believe? The answer opens up something deeply uncomfortable about human nature, free will, and the stories people choose to tell themselves. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Session #1 – A Balanced Sense of Self - It’s All a Gift

Jan 5, 2026

59:08

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The Shmuz on the Parsha: Men are from Mars

Mar 8, 2026

48:24

In this week’s parsha, we come to the making of the kiyor, fashioned from the mirrors of the Jewish women. Moshe Rabbeinu was initially reluctant to accept this offering, wary that something that was used for female beautification would be inappropriate in the Mishkan. Hashem replies that these mirrors are actually the most beloved. Why did Moshe think Hashem wouldn’t want the mirrors? What does this week’s parsha teach us about the role of female beauty? Listen now to discover the role of attraction in marriage, some fundamental differences between men and women and how to achieve pure love with your spouse. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Hilchos Niddah Boot Camp Session 9

Jan 6, 2026

52:38

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Session 2 Knowing It and Feeling It

Jan 5, 2026

29:45

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Part 2 Forces in the Human

Jan 5, 2026

1:08:12

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Introduction

Jan 5, 2026

29:17

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Hilchos Niddah Boot Camp Session 5

Jan 6, 2026

37:27

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Hilchos Niddah Boot Camp Session 7 & 8

Jan 6, 2026

57:46

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Marriage Part 1 - Love is the Glue that Holds It All Together

Jan 5, 2026

53:23

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Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart People Make When Dating

Jan 6, 2026

42:07

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Hilchos Niddah Boot Camp Session 6

Jan 6, 2026

26:22

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Marriage Part 11 - I Hate Critisim

Jan 5, 2026

1:02:43

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Introduction

Jan 5, 2026

27:47

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What's Wrong with My List

Jan 6, 2026

58:17

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Session 3 Understanding Life Settings

Jan 5, 2026

32:09

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Session 1 Introduction

Jan 5, 2026

33:34

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Living Through the Makkos: Part One: The Descent into Slavery

Mar 9, 2026

55:54

You know that contemplating the events of Yetzias Mitzrayim is central to your avodas Hashem. Recognizing that this house has a Master is the very purpose of your life in this world. It is therefore your holy obligation to learn as much as you can about Pesach and gain a detailed understanding of the events that transpired. In the first session of Living Through the Makos, Rabbi Shafier explains how Klal Yisroel went from being a privileged nation in Egypt to tortured slaves. He discusses the rise of anti-Semitism amongst the Mitzri, and how their hatred of others ultimately led to their hatred of themselves. Packed with valuable life-lessons, this series is guaranteed to give you the ultimate in Pesach preparation and elevate your Sedarim like never before. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Think And Be Rich

Jan 6, 2026

56:50

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Hilchos Pesach Seder Part 1

Jan 6, 2026

45:10

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Hilchos Pesach Seder Part 2

Jan 6, 2026

49:31

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Marriage Part 2 - Respect and Love

Jan 5, 2026

59:42

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Session 16 Life Stinks Then You Die

Jan 5, 2026

31:27

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Part 1 I don’t Recall Asking for This

Jan 5, 2026

37:40

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Love of money

Jan 6, 2026

50:08

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Session 6 I'll Never Die

Jan 5, 2026

34:10

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Bitachon Series #5 Bitachon and Hishtadlus Finding the Balance

Jan 5, 2026

24:15

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The Shmuz on the Parsha: Ki Sisa: For the Love of Money

Mar 2, 2026

50:38

In today’s society, you are relentlessly bombarded with two fallacies: One, that money equals happiness and two, that your net worth should define your sense of self. The Torah rejects both of these ideas, and yet we see from this week’s parsha that attraction to money is something inherent in the briah. In this uncomfortably relevant Shmuz, Rabbi Shafier encourages you to take a long, hard look at how you judge yourself and others- are your attitudes towards money in line with Torah hashkafa? Or are you constantly pursuing the next best thing, hoping that it will give you the elusive satisfaction for which we all crave? This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Derech Hashem: The Most Important Question You’re Not Asking Yourself

Feb 24, 2026

1:05:31

Who are you? Not your name. Not your body. Not even your brain. In this mind-opening class, Rabbi Shafier walks you through a Musar exercise that sounds simple but changes everything: identifying the real “you.” He explains why you are not a physical being having spiritual moments, but a spiritual being temporarily wearing a body. Along the way, he unpacks the tension you feel every day — the pull between your higher self and your animal instincts — and why sometimes you don’t even recognize your own behavior. Using powerful analogies and practical tools, he shows how to cut through the noise and access the deeper voice inside that already knows the right thing to do. If you’ve ever felt conflicted, confused, or disconnected from yourself, this class will give you clarity about who’s actually in charge — and who you truly are. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Hilchos Niddah Boot Camp Session 1

Jan 6, 2026

46:42

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Hilchos Niddah Boot Camp Session 4

Jan 6, 2026

35:12

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Session 9 Communal requests 2 – Rebuilding of Davidic Reign

Jan 6, 2026

1:06:08

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Marriage Part 9 - Best Friends Forever

Jan 5, 2026

1:00:22

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Marriage Part 6 - Tools that Bond

Jan 5, 2026

1:01:50

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Part 12 A Fresh New Start

Jan 5, 2026

1:33:12

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Session 1 What Kavanah Means and How to Attain it

Jan 6, 2026

42:07

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Marriage Part 5 - Women are from Venus

Jan 5, 2026

1:01:56

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The Correct Hishtadlus

Jan 6, 2026

53:51

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Derech Hashem: Making Sense of Life

Jan 26, 2026

58:56

Free will isn’t simple, and it was never meant to be. In this class, Rabbi Shafier breaks down how Hashem designed human beings to build themselves through layers of choice, shaping who they become forever. From the pull of the animal soul, to character traits, life circumstances, and the unique load each person carries, he shows why everyone’s struggle looks different. Even pain has a purpose, either to wake a person up or to clean them out. This class gives you a clear framework for understanding your challenges, and why the exact life you’re living is the one you need to grow. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Introduction - Making it Real

Jan 6, 2026

56:26

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Session 4 Learning to Enjoy this World

Jan 5, 2026

32:31

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Session 5 I am the Soul

Jan 5, 2026

33:58

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Accepting the Master Plan

Oct 21, 2025

1:03:20

You know that there are unhappy situations that cannot be changed. Sometimes, there are no easy solutions and you’re forced to live with the reality that Hashem has given you. When you’re confronted with a challenge, you’re given a choice: accept the master plan or cause yourself endless suffering. How do you make the decision that can lead to more happiness? How can you learn to let go of the hurt and anger you may feel deep inside? In the final class of the Pursuit of Happiness series, Rabbi Shafier offers a fresh direction in strengthening your emunah and bitachon for when you need it most. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Part 4 The Role of Imagination

Jan 5, 2026

55:11

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Derech Hashem: When a Word Becomes Holy

Mar 3, 2026

53:27

Most mitzvah items like a shofar or tzit tzit are kadosh while you use them, but then get demoted once their time is up. But tefillin, mezuzah, and a Sefer Torah are different for one reason: Hashem’s Name is written inside. And in Torah, a “name” is an essence. Which raises a wild question: if Hashem is infinite and beyond definition… how can there be “Names” at all? This shiur shows why Hashem gave those Names, what they actually activate in the world, and why a simple “Baruch Atah Hashem…” said with awareness can change you more than you think. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Megillas Esther Session Four - On Death and Dinim

Jan 6, 2026

1:19:46

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Megillas Esther Section One - What to do with a Problem Like Vashti

Jan 6, 2026

1:07:24

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The Shmuz Live #302: The Reason for Creation

Feb 19, 2026

1:15:22

In this must-listen class, Rabbi Shafier shows you how Dovid HaMelech used praise and tefillah to rebuild his relationship with Hashem, reshape his view of reality, and come back stronger after being publicly humiliated. Along the way, Rabbi Shafier tackles the questions people are scared to say out loud: if Hashem is so good, why does life feel so hard, and why do so many people carry a warped, frightening picture of Hashem?. If you’ve ever felt guilty, disconnected, or tired of blaming everyone else just to survive emotionally, this class will hit you right where you need it most. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Accepting The Master Plan

Jan 6, 2026

1:03:10

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Living Through The Makkos - Part 3

Jan 6, 2026

1:24:43

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Living Through The Makkos - Part 4

Jan 6, 2026

1:05:14

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Hilchos Shabbos Boot Camp Session 4

Jan 6, 2026

25:04

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Marriage Part 10 - Why Couples Fight

Jan 5, 2026

1:17:40

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Marriage Part 7 - Love Won't Cure All

Jan 5, 2026

58:51

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Marriage Part 4 - Men are from Mars

Jan 5, 2026

53:39

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Session #6 – Kavod - How to Ruin Your Life

Jan 5, 2026

1:18:03

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Session #3 – Taking Credit for the Attribute

Jan 5, 2026

50:12

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Session 14 Hashem Wants us to Enjoy this World

Jan 5, 2026

32:49

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Part 3 The Function of a Successful Marriage

Jan 5, 2026

1:08:12

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Sefer Yonah Part Two - Who Was Yonah

Jan 6, 2026

42:04

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Megillas Esther Session Three - Esther’s Big Deal Request

Jan 6, 2026

1:00:06

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Make Marriage Great Again: Reconnect Ramat Eshkol

Aug 14, 2025

1:14:38

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Derech HASHEM SESSION 2

Oct 22, 2021

57:52

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Bitachon Series #6 The Essence of our Belief System

Jan 5, 2026

18:53

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Bitachon Series #4 Stop Playing G-d

Jan 5, 2026

20:09

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Session 9 Living Like a Drunk

Jan 5, 2026

32:46

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Living Through the Makkos Part 1

Mar 22, 2023

55:45

Ok, I think even the most relaxed amongst us are starting to think about Pesach now...and you know what’s *just perfect* to have playing while you’re cleaning or packing up? Living Through the Makkos of course! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Session 7 WYSIWIG

Jan 5, 2026

29:38

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The Fight: A Fresh New Start

Feb 2, 2026

1:33:12

In this haunting and deeply thought-provoking class, Rabbi Shafier explores the tragic story of Elisha ben Avuya, a towering sage who, after a profound spiritual experience, fell into heresy. Drawing from the Gemara’s account of the four who entered Pardes, Rabbi Shafier shows how only Rabbi Akiva emerged whole, while others were broken in devastating ways. Elisha’s downfall, rooted in a fatal misunderstanding of a heavenly message, becomes a powerful lesson about how spiritual confusion can lead a person astray. The class also confronts the difference between superficial regret and genuine teshuvah, emphasizing that true repentance must come from the deepest sincerity. Sobering, intense, and filled with timeless insight, this session leaves the listener reflecting on the stakes of spiritual integrity and the enduring hope for redemption. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Teshuva Boot Camp Part 3

Jan 6, 2026

49:20

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Session 3 Avos – Tapping into Ancient Merits

Jan 6, 2026

48:21

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Session 2 The structure, Intent and Focus of Shemoneh Esrei

Jan 6, 2026

45:06

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Marriage Part 8 - the Hidden Secret of Appreciation

Jan 5, 2026

59:23

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Sefer Yonah Part Three - Inside the Big Fish

Jan 6, 2026

38:05

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Sefer Yonah Part One - Introduction

Jan 6, 2026

14:40

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Megillas Esther Section Two - Mordechai Won’t Wait

Jan 6, 2026

1:19:42

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One Hour To Bitachon

Jan 6, 2026

41:47

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Sefer Yonah Part Five - The Aftermath

Jan 6, 2026

47:48

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Living Through The Makkos - Part 2

Jan 6, 2026

1:18:14

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Learning to Appreciate

Jan 6, 2026

1:00:43

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Hilchos Shabbos Boot Camp Session 1

Jan 6, 2026

27:21

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The Tefilah Project #6 Affecting the Upper Worlds

Jan 6, 2026

55:21

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Hilchos Niddah Boot Camp Session 2

Jan 6, 2026

46:17

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Session #2 – Arrogance, the Unmet Greatness of Man and a Cure to Haughtiness

Jan 5, 2026

1:03:32

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Part 11 Controlling Emotions

Jan 5, 2026

55:03

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Part 9 Knowing how to Fight the Fight

Jan 5, 2026

1:08:24

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Part 6 Tricks of the Soton

Jan 5, 2026

55:11

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Foundations Class 1

Jul 9, 2025

45:49

You’re a ma’amim. You believe in Hashem, you believe in His Torah. But you’d probably like to get better at trusting in Hashem, right? That’s why you listen to shiurim, that’s why you’re reading this page. You might wish that you could be like the Gedolim, instead of getting bent out of shape by every bill, scared by every news report, bothered by why so many things just don’t seem fair. If this describes something you’re familiar with, this Series is for you. Based on the Six Constant Mitzvos found in the Sefer HaChinuch, Rabbi Shafier blends timeless wisdom with actionable advice. You see, having rock-solid emunah isn’t only for tzadikim. It’s in the reach of us ordinary folks too. Start learning Foundations today and get ready to say hello to a calm, contented life- no matter what. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Perek 4 - Mussar Vaad 30 - Things aren’t as they are supposed to be

Jan 7, 2026

49:27

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An Important Message for Wives and Mothers

Oct 30, 2025

56:44

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The Shmuz on the Parsha: Parshas Vayechi: A Ben Olam Haba

Dec 28, 2025

49:18

Parshas Vayechi- A Ben Olam HaBa Every painful drop of suffering in olam hazeh has the potential to change your everlasting eternity. So why, in this week’s parsha, does Yaakov Avinu long for more tranquility? We know that our Avos wanted nothing more than to serve Hashem in total sincerity- if Yaakov Avinu wanted shalva, it was only to enhance his avodas Hashem. Hashem answers that his appreciation for olam haba was lacking. Does that mean that Yaakov Avinu wasn’t the ultimate ben olam haba? Given over with Rabbi Shafier’s trademark lucidity, this Shmuz delivers a contemporary perspective on the purpose of hardships in this world. Listen in to discover: -Why you gain from your nisayonos - What’s expected of you - How Hashem set up this world as a training ground, so you can receive your ultimate reward in the World to Come. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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The Shmuz Live #303: Soul Needs

Feb 23, 2026

1:16:57

Why does “just a little more” never feel like enough? Why do high achievers still feel restless and often collapse under their own success? In this hugely powerful shiur, Rabbi Shafier uncovers the hidden drive inside every human being: a hunger for greatness that can either elevate your life or subtly drive you crazy. He reveals why recognition is one of the deepest human needs, why a single compliment can be transformative, and why the most dangerous voice you’ll ever hear might be your own. If you’ve ever felt driven, dissatisfied, or ridiculously hard on yourself, this one will hit home. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Special Event: Dating and Marriage Panel with Rabbi Shafier, Dr. Lieberman and Rabbi Epstein

Aug 12, 2025

1:48:30

LISTEN TO THE FULL VIRAL DATING & MARRIAGE PANEL , from Yad L'Achim's Tu B'Av Together Truly life changing advice. Featuring: * Dr. David Lieberman * R' Reuven Epstein * R' Bentzion Shafier This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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The Fight: Knowing How to Fight

Jan 14, 2026

1:08:24

To beat taiva, you need solid strategy, the celebration of small victories and plenty of siyata d'shamaya. You cannot, must not, rely on willpower alone. If you're serious about Shovavim and getting a grip on yourself, listen now to see how real downfalls happen, and how real greatness is built. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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The Shmuz Live 301: Coincidence is a Lazy Word

Feb 12, 2026

34:52

How precise is Hashem’s justice? In this powerful class, Rabbi Shafier takes you to Kriyas Yam Suf and shows how every single Egyptian was judged differently, with each punishment calibrated with impossible precision. From there, he opens up a life-changing understanding: Hashem didn’t just create the world, He is actively maintaining it every second, orchestrating every detail with absolute control. Using vivid mashalim like a dream, virtual reality, and the cloud, Rabbi Shafier explains what it really means that Hashem is the energy source of all existence and that nothing happens outside His will. Once you hear this, you won’t look at “coincidences” the same way again. THE SHMUZ LIVE IS EVERY WEDS 2PM EST. GO TO THESHMUZ.COM FOR THE LINK This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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Chayei Sara: Finding Your Tafkid

Nov 12, 2025

54:53

In this unmissable Shmuz, Rabbi Shafier delves into the ultimate tafkid of Sara Imeinu. Despite her incredible accomplishments, we can learn from the Chumash that her role was primarily to become the mother of Am Yisroel through Yitzchak Avinu. For your own life, this delivers some powerful lessons-the futility of comparing yourself with others, the fallacy of judging those around you and the freedom to accept the stage of life that Hashem has placed you in. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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The Fight: I Don't Recall Asking for This

Nov 17, 2025

37:40

A frank strategy and plan for conquering desire. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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The Fight: Controlling Emotions

Jan 27, 2026

55:03

Great people don’t rely on willpower alone, they plan for their weaknesses. In this class, Rabbi Shafier shows how Yaakov Avinu, despite his towering level, knew exactly where he was vulnerable and prepared for it. Running from Esav and heading into Lavan’s world, Yaakov didn’t trust himself to “just be strong,” he made strategies, boundaries, and a deal with Hashem. The takeaway is sharp and practical: we absorb the behavior of the people around us, so if you don’t manage your triggers, they will manage you. This class is a masterclass in emotional control, planning ahead, and building the support you need to stay true to who you want to be. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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