Rabbi Ori Strum
אורי סטרום
307 episodes 1 show
Author of Ready. Set. Grow. and host of The Torah Sparks Podcast. Favorite color is metallic blue and has a knack for learning life lessons from random things.
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Damar Hamlin and the Power of Unity (Vayechi)
Damar Hamlin and the Power of Unity (Vayechi)
Jan 4, 2023
15:28
On January 2, 2023, during Monday Night Football, an NFL player - Damar Hamlin - suffered a cardiac arrest which brought the entire game of football, the stadium, and most of the country to a standstill. In this week's episode of The Torah Sparks Podcast we talk about the power of unity as well as three life-lessons that we can learn from the Damar Hamlin story.Check out the Torah Sparks website at https://www.torahsparks.com/ for the latest podcasts and weekly blog posts.If you enjoy this content, please share with your friends, family, and neighbors. Be sure to leave a rating and write a review!NEW: Please subscribe to my new YouTube Channel (Rabbi Ori Strum) where I'll be posting meaningful videos: https://www.youtube.com/@RabbiOriStrumThis week's podcast is available to WATCH on YouTube (see above channel)My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/Have a wonderful week!#jew #jewish #podcast #frum #rabbi #frumpodcast #inspiration #torah #mitzvah #hashem #jewishpodcast #israel #vayechi #parsha #oristrum #torahsparks #readysetgrow #damarhamlin #damar #bills
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Darwin's Monkey's (Lech Lecha)
Darwin's Monkey's (Lech Lecha)
Nov 2, 2022
14:52
Darwin spoke about humans and monkeys in a book called "The Descent of Man." In this week's episode of The Torah Sparks Podcast, we talk about the Torah's approach to life using the concept of, "The Ascent of Man." Check out the Torah Sparks website at https://www.torahsparks.com/ for the latest podcasts and weekly blog posts.If you enjoy this content, please share with your friends, family, and neighbors. Be sure to leave a rating and write a review!My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/Have a wonderful week!
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A Letter To Hamas - "Dear Hamas..."
A Letter To Hamas - "Dear Hamas..."
Oct 19, 2023
7:55
I recently wrote this open letter to Hamas, regarding the current situation in Eretz Yisroel. I think you'll find this meaningful, and hopefully, hopeful.You can find a written version on BJL: https://www.baltimorejewishlife.com/news/news-detail.php?SECTION ID=1&ARTICLE ID=167378Or on VIN News: https://vinnews.com/2023/10/18/a-letter-to-hamas/Enjoy, and I love hearing your feedback!
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The City of Brotherly Love (Vayigash)
The City of Brotherly Love (Vayigash)
Dec 8, 2021
17:18
Did you ever think about how much crime exists in the city that is called, "The City of Brotherly Love"? As of last year, Philadelphia had one of the highest murder rates among the top 10 largest cities in the United States. Tune in to this week's Torah Sparks podcast to find out more about what it means to have true "brotherly love." Also, have you ever wondered what stone soup is? Tune in to find out more:)Powered by: TYA of BaltimorePlease take a moment to share, rate, and leave a review.
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The Harvard of All Countries (Matos/Masei)
The Harvard of All Countries (Matos/Masei)
Jul 8, 2021
11:56
Do you know how many times Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said the words "I have a dream" in his famous speech in August of 1963? In this week's Torah Sparks podcast, we reveal the answer to this question, and we talk about dream of Moshe Rabbeinu to live in Israel as well as the decision of Gad and Reuvein to NOT live in Israel. Powered by: TYA of BaltimoreCheck out the new Torah Sparks website at www.torahsparks.com.Submit your inspirational spark by going to the Got Sparks tab in the website.
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"Jack Hit the Road": The One Thing We Take With Us After the High Holidays
"Jack Hit the Road": The One Thing We Take With Us After the High Holidays
Oct 15, 2025
11:52
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Seven Hakafos of the Kallah, Hoshanah Rabbah, and Simchas Torah
Seven Hakafos of the Kallah, Hoshanah Rabbah, and Simchas Torah
Oct 12, 2025
5:00
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Day 81 Pele Yoeitz - The Importance of Making Blessings Before Eating and Drinking
Day 81 Pele Yoeitz - The Importance of Making Blessings Before Eating and Drinking
Oct 12, 2025
7:25
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Day 84 Pele Yoeitz (Hachzek) - Understanding the Words of Prayer
Day 84 Pele Yoeitz (Hachzek) - Understanding the Words of Prayer
Oct 19, 2025
6:18
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Day 83 Pele Yoeitz (Hachzek) - Berachos Are Not a Waste of Time
Day 83 Pele Yoeitz (Hachzek) - Berachos Are Not a Waste of Time
Oct 17, 2025
4:32