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8201
When Ignorance Is Bliss
When Ignorance Is Bliss
Jun 27, 2017
50:39
Our sages debate what is greater Torah study or actions of mitzvos. In this podcast we probe the the question of knowledge vs. action, insight vs. doing, what we know vs. what we do, and draw critical insights that are broadly applicable for all of Torah. – – – – – – – – – – […]
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The Vehicle of Life
The Vehicle of Life
Jul 6, 2017
52:40
The tension that exists between our body-identity and soul-identity is comparable to a ride in a vehicle with two potential drivers. By default, our body is in the driver’s seat, and our soul is locked in the trunk. Through Torah and mitzvos we can increase the influence that the soul has on our life’s journey and […]
8203
The Vehicle of Life
The Vehicle of Life
Jul 6, 2017
52:40
The tension that exists between our body-identity and soul-identity is comparable to a ride in a vehicle with two potential drivers. By default, our body is in the driver’s seat, and our soul is locked in the trunk. Through Torah and mitzvos we can increase the influence that the soul has on our life’s journey and […]
8204
Critic’s Choice: How to Rebuke Effectively
Critic’s Choice: How to Rebuke Effectively
Jul 27, 2017
42:55
Besides being a critical mitzvah, to rebuke or criticize someone who is acting improperly is a vital skill that every leader (boss, parent) needs to know how to wield effectively. Our sages tell us that there are two ways to criticize, one that works and one that does not. The critic can only choose one. […]
8205
Critic’s Choice: How to Rebuke Effectively
Critic’s Choice: How to Rebuke Effectively
Jul 27, 2017
42:55
Besides being a critical mitzvah, to rebuke or criticize someone who is acting improperly is a vital skill that every leader (boss, parent) needs to know how to wield effectively. Our sages tell us that there are two ways to criticize, one that works and one that does not. The critic can only choose one. […]
8206
Lessons I’ve learned from studying a page of Talmud daily
Lessons I’ve learned from studying a page of Talmud daily
Aug 25, 2017
55:52
For the past 40 days, I have participated in “Daf Yomi”, literally “daily page”, a nationwide effort to study the Talmud, one page per day, finishing it every seven and a half year cycle. In this podcast I delineate several powerful and poignant teachings from these 40 pages of Talmud, including the surprising attitude God has to […]
8207
Lessons I’ve learned from studying a page of Talmud daily
Lessons I’ve learned from studying a page of Talmud daily
Aug 25, 2017
55:52
For the past 40 days, I have participated in “Daf Yomi”, literally “daily page”, a nationwide effort to study the Talmud, one page per day, finishing it every seven and a half year cycle. In this podcast I delineate several powerful and poignant teachings from these 40 pages of Talmud, including the surprising attitude God has to […]
8208
The Novelty Principle
The Novelty Principle
Sep 11, 2017
52:36
What is the secret to novelty? How can we inject a feeling of newness and freshness into our life, our relationships, and our Torah? In this podcast we combine a series of Talmudic teachings to outline a path to living with newness in every area of our lives. Please consider making a donation to rebuilding […]
8209
The Novelty Principle
The Novelty Principle
Sep 11, 2017
52:36
What is the secret to novelty? How can we inject a feeling of newness and freshness into our life, our relationships, and our Torah? In this podcast we combine a series of Talmudic teachings to outline a path to living with newness in every area of our lives. Please consider making a donation to rebuilding […]
8210
The Core Theme of Rosh Hashana
The Core Theme of Rosh Hashana
Sep 19, 2017
35:44
Rosh Hashana is the anniversary of the creation of man. It is also the Day of Judgement. What are the various elements and themes of the day and how do they interrelate? – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Please […]
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The Core Theme of Rosh Hashana
The Core Theme of Rosh Hashana
Sep 19, 2017
35:44
Rosh Hashana is the anniversary of the creation of man. It is also the Day of Judgement. What are the various elements and themes of the day and how do they interrelate? – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Please […]
8212
Maximizing Yom Kippur
Maximizing Yom Kippur
Sep 25, 2017
57:09
Yom Kippur is associated with prayer and liturgy that we may not understand, very long services and, of course, fasting. Unfortunately, most people are unaware of the power, meaning and opportunity of the day. In this podcast we go back to the very first Yom Kippur. What happened on that day and how is it […]
8213
Maximizing Yom Kippur
Maximizing Yom Kippur
Sep 25, 2017
57:09
Yom Kippur is associated with prayer and liturgy that we may not understand, very long services and, of course, fasting. Unfortunately, most people are unaware of the power, meaning and opportunity of the day. In this podcast we go back to the very first Yom Kippur. What happened on that day and how is it […]
8214
The Great Loophole (Repentance)
The Great Loophole (Repentance)
Sep 28, 2017
33:16
Teshuva (Repentance) can be an intimidating and daunting task. Entire volumes are filled with its components and nuances. In this podcast we shine light on a different aspect of Teshuva: Its easy, eminently achievable, and all the factors are in place to enable us to do it. – – – – – – – – […]
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The Great Loophole (Repentance)
The Great Loophole (Repentance)
Sep 28, 2017
33:16
Teshuva (Repentance) can be an intimidating and daunting task. Entire volumes are filled with its components and nuances. In this podcast we shine light on a different aspect of Teshuva: Its easy, eminently achievable, and all the factors are in place to enable us to do it. – – – – – – – – […]
8216
Enveloped by God: Understanding the Festival of Sukkos
Enveloped by God: Understanding the Festival of Sukkos
Oct 10, 2017
44:00
The Festival of Sukkos has many moving parts: There is the mitzvah to dwell in a Sukkah for seven days; we are commanded to shake the Four Species on Sukkos; and there is a fascination with the Seventy Nations of the world and their ultimate downfall. In this podcast, we offer a comprehensive perspective of […]
8217
Enveloped by God: Understanding the Festival of Sukkos
Enveloped by God: Understanding the Festival of Sukkos
Oct 10, 2017
44:00
The Festival of Sukkos has many moving parts: There is the mitzvah to dwell in a Sukkah for seven days; we are commanded to shake the Four Species on Sukkos; and there is a fascination with the Seventy Nations of the world and their ultimate downfall. In this podcast, we offer a comprehensive perspective of […]
8218
Eternal Ethics: A **New Podcast** on Pirkei Avos
Eternal Ethics: A **New Podcast** on Pirkei Avos
Oct 23, 2017
30:44
Dear friends, it is with great joy and delight that I present you with my brand new podcast, Eternal Ethics. In this podcast we will journey through the ancient book of Mishna, Pirkei Avos, a book containing God’s wisdom on Ethics and Character development as conveyed at Sinai. But don’t let the title fool you. […]
8219
Eternal Ethics: A **New Podcast** on Pirkei Avos
Eternal Ethics: A **New Podcast** on Pirkei Avos
Oct 23, 2017
30:44
Dear friends, it is with great joy and delight that I present you with my brand new podcast, Eternal Ethics. In this podcast we will journey through the ancient book of Mishna, Pirkei Avos, a book containing God’s wisdom on Ethics and Character development as conveyed at Sinai. But don’t let the title fool you. […]
8220
Dating, Courtship, and Spousal Selection: A Comprehensive Torah Attitude
Dating, Courtship, and Spousal Selection: A Comprehensive Torah Attitude
Nov 7, 2017
1:08:51
Chapter 24 of Genesis contains a comprehensive narrative of the courtship and marriage of Isaac and Rebecca. Traditionally, this chapter served as the comprehensive guide of the Torah’s attitude of how to select a suitable spouse. In this podcast, we quickly run through the story and find relevant and insightful tips on how to find […]
8221
Dating, Courtship, and Spousal Selection: A Comprehensive Torah Attitude
Dating, Courtship, and Spousal Selection: A Comprehensive Torah Attitude
Nov 7, 2017
1:08:51
Chapter 24 of Genesis contains a comprehensive narrative of the courtship and marriage of Isaac and Rebecca. Traditionally, this chapter served as the comprehensive guide of the Torah’s attitude of how to select a suitable spouse. In this podcast, we quickly run through the story and find relevant and insightful tips on how to find […]
8222
The Three Preconditions to Spiritual Pleasures
The Three Preconditions to Spiritual Pleasures
Nov 21, 2017
43:15
The Torah has been described by many Jewish sources as a guide to accessing spiritual pleasure. While it is true that there are many laws that restrict pleasure, the net benefit of the Torah is that through it we can experience deeper and more sophisticated, spiritual pleasures. What is spiritual pleasure? What are the conditions […]
8223
The Three Preconditions to Spiritual Pleasures
The Three Preconditions to Spiritual Pleasures
Nov 21, 2017
43:15
The Torah has been described by many Jewish sources as a guide to accessing spiritual pleasure. While it is true that there are many laws that restrict pleasure, the net benefit of the Torah is that through it we can experience deeper and more sophisticated, spiritual pleasures. What is spiritual pleasure? What are the conditions […]
8224
The Eternal Consequences of Actions
The Eternal Consequences of Actions
Dec 10, 2017
26:24
In the span of one parsha, Reuben makes a grave blunder while Joseph avoids one. In their analysis of these two episodes, our Sages provide us with a powerful tool to ensure that our own actions are righteous and just and as accurate as possible. – – – – – – – – – – […]
8225
The Eternal Consequences of Actions
The Eternal Consequences of Actions
Dec 10, 2017
26:24
In the span of one parsha, Reuben makes a grave blunder while Joseph avoids one. In their analysis of these two episodes, our Sages provide us with a powerful tool to ensure that our own actions are righteous and just and as accurate as possible. – – – – – – – – – – […]
8226
Chanukah – Small Miracles
Chanukah – Small Miracles
Dec 13, 2017
24:49
When reading about the story and the miracles of Chanukah, the most prominent and memorable one seems to be the military victory of a small ragtag guerrilla army over the mighty Greeks. Yet the mitzvah commemorating the events revolves around the miracle of the oil, a seemingly insignificant miracle in comparison. In this podcast, we offer 3 […]
8227
Chanukah – Small Miracles
Chanukah – Small Miracles
Dec 13, 2017
24:49
When reading about the story and the miracles of Chanukah, the most prominent and memorable one seems to be the military victory of a small ragtag guerrilla army over the mighty Greeks. Yet the mitzvah commemorating the events revolves around the miracle of the oil, a seemingly insignificant miracle in comparison. In this podcast, we offer 3 […]
8228
Hesped (Eulogy) on the Gadol Hador (Greatest of the Generation), Rav Ahron Leib Shteinman zt”l
Hesped (Eulogy) on the Gadol Hador (Greatest of the Generation), Rav Ahron Leib Shteinman zt”l
Dec 15, 2017
22:43
This week, the Gadol Hador, Rav Ahron Leib Shteinman zt”l, passed away at the age of 104. In this eulogy, we try to capture a brief portrait of this remarkable and inspirational leader. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Please […]
8229
Hesped (Eulogy) on the Gadol Hador (Greatest of the Generation), Rav Ahron Leib Shteinman zt”l
Hesped (Eulogy) on the Gadol Hador (Greatest of the Generation), Rav Ahron Leib Shteinman zt”l
Dec 15, 2017
22:43
This week, the Gadol Hador, Rav Ahron Leib Shteinman zt”l, passed away at the age of 104. In this eulogy, we try to capture a brief portrait of this remarkable and inspirational leader. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Please […]
8230
Mussar Masters During the Holocaust: Portraits of Valor, Faith, and Martyrdom (Recorded Live in Harrisburg, PA)
Mussar Masters During the Holocaust: Portraits of Valor, Faith, and Martyrdom (Recorded Live in Harrisburg, PA)
Jan 3, 2018
1:20:16
Mussar is the tool that we can use to integrate Torah into ourselves and change our character. A Mussar master is someone who is spiritually alive. In this special lecture, we try to tell a story of how Mussar masters operated during the inferno that engulfed European Jewry during the Holocaust. By recounting the heroic […]
8231
Mussar Masters During the Holocaust: Portraits of Valor, Faith, and Martyrdom (Recorded Live in Harrisburg, PA)
Mussar Masters During the Holocaust: Portraits of Valor, Faith, and Martyrdom (Recorded Live in Harrisburg, PA)
Jan 3, 2018
1:20:16
Mussar is the tool that we can use to integrate Torah into ourselves and change our character. A Mussar master is someone who is spiritually alive. In this special lecture, we try to tell a story of how Mussar masters operated during the inferno that engulfed European Jewry during the Holocaust. By recounting the heroic […]
8232
The State of the Jewish Nation
The State of the Jewish Nation
Jan 21, 2018
28:50
In response to an incredible story that happened over the weekend, we explore the state of the Jewish nation in 2018 and chart our progress towards acheiving our destiny and Tikkun Olam. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Please […]
8233
The State of the Jewish Nation
The State of the Jewish Nation
Jan 21, 2018
28:50
In response to an incredible story that happened over the weekend, we explore the state of the Jewish nation in 2018 and chart our progress towards acheiving our destiny and Tikkun Olam. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Please […]
8234
A Mussar Approach to the #MeToo Revelations
A Mussar Approach to the #MeToo Revelations
Feb 6, 2018
29:47
Over the past several months, there have been revelations, accusations, and allegations of sexual misconduct by celebrities of all types, which spawned movements and hashtags and a national conversation on these issues. In this podcast we offer a Mussar approach to these revelations. – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
8235
A Mussar Approach to the #MeToo Revelations
A Mussar Approach to the #MeToo Revelations
Feb 6, 2018
29:47
Over the past several months, there have been revelations, accusations, and allegations of sexual misconduct by celebrities of all types, which spawned movements and hashtags and a national conversation on these issues. In this podcast we offer a Mussar approach to these revelations. – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
8236
Purim: A Primer
Purim: A Primer
Feb 25, 2018
56:46
Purim is a holiday marking the salvation of the Jews in Persia from the genocidal plans of Haman and his cohorts. Every 14th and 15th day of Adar, Jews worldwide read the Book of Esther which tells the story, give gifts to the poor and to their friends, and partake in a lavish and festive […]
8237
Purim: A Primer
Purim: A Primer
Feb 25, 2018
56:46
Purim is a holiday marking the salvation of the Jews in Persia from the genocidal plans of Haman and his cohorts. Every 14th and 15th day of Adar, Jews worldwide read the Book of Esther which tells the story, give gifts to the poor and to their friends, and partake in a lavish and festive […]
8238
How to be a Great Leader (and Spouse) – Recorded Live at the Kotel in Jerusalem
How to be a Great Leader (and Spouse) – Recorded Live at the Kotel in Jerusalem
Mar 14, 2018
21:21
In the last portions of Exodus, the Torah details the incredible fundraising efforts to assemble the materials needed to build the Mishkan. It records that the nesi’im, the presidents of the tribes, donated the stones for the Kohein Gadol’s Choshen and Ephod, Breastplate and apron-like garment. Rashi notes that the Torah is also conveying a veiled criticism about these people […]
8239
How to be a Great Leader (and Spouse) – Recorded Live at the Kotel in Jerusalem
How to be a Great Leader (and Spouse) – Recorded Live at the Kotel in Jerusalem
Mar 14, 2018
21:21
In the last portions of Exodus, the Torah details the incredible fundraising efforts to assemble the materials needed to build the Mishkan. It records that the nesi’im, the presidents of the tribes, donated the stones for the Kohein Gadol’s Choshen and Ephod, Breastplate and apron-like garment. Rashi notes that the Torah is also conveying a veiled criticism about these people […]
8240
Reflections on Loss, Tragedy, and Bereavement: An Interview with Esther Kaplan
Reflections on Loss, Tragedy, and Bereavement: An Interview with Esther Kaplan
Mar 19, 2018
1:06:17
Esther Kaplan (née Wolbe), along with her husband AJ, experienced the worst nightmare parents can undergo when their adorable and perfect son Shlomo passed away only 16 weeks into his life. In this intimate and stirring conversation Esther shares the story of Shlomo’s life and opens up about how parents absorb and process such an […]
8241
Reflections on Loss, Tragedy, and Bereavement: An Interview with Esther Kaplan
Reflections on Loss, Tragedy, and Bereavement: An Interview with Esther Kaplan
Mar 19, 2018
1:06:17
Esther Kaplan (née Wolbe), along with her husband AJ, experienced the worst nightmare parents can undergo when their adorable and perfect son Shlomo passed away only 16 weeks into his life. In this intimate and stirring conversation Esther shares the story of Shlomo’s life and opens up about how parents absorb and process such an […]
8242
Pesach: A Primer
Pesach: A Primer
Mar 27, 2018
58:01
Pesach marks the foundational event of our nation’s history. The Exodus that happened on the days of Pesach is the rationale of the Jewish holidays nad festivals, including the weekly Shabbos, and is invoked in many mitzvos. In this podcast we explore the story of Pesach and discover what it says about what we stand […]
8243
Pesach: A Primer
Pesach: A Primer
Mar 27, 2018
58:01
Pesach marks the foundational event of our nation’s history. The Exodus that happened on the days of Pesach is the rationale of the Jewish holidays nad festivals, including the weekly Shabbos, and is invoked in many mitzvos. In this podcast we explore the story of Pesach and discover what it says about what we stand […]
8244
Pesach Pedagogical Pointers: Parenting Lessons from the Haggadah’s Four Sons
Pesach Pedagogical Pointers: Parenting Lessons from the Haggadah’s Four Sons
Mar 28, 2018
50:45
The Torah provides four verses that describe the appropriate conversations fathers should have with their sons on Pesach Eve. The Haggadah explains that each conversation refers to a different type of son. There is a distinct dialogue with the wise son, the wicked son, the simple son, and the son who does not know how […]
8245
Pesach Pedagogical Pointers: Parenting Lessons from the Haggadah’s Four Sons
Pesach Pedagogical Pointers: Parenting Lessons from the Haggadah’s Four Sons
Mar 28, 2018
50:45
The Torah provides four verses that describe the appropriate conversations fathers should have with their sons on Pesach Eve. The Haggadah explains that each conversation refers to a different type of son. There is a distinct dialogue with the wise son, the wicked son, the simple son, and the son who does not know how […]
8246
The 10 Commandments of Jewish Parenting
The 10 Commandments of Jewish Parenting
May 4, 2018
47:46
Jewish parents a double responsibility: We must raise mature, healthy children who will turn into productive adults, and to instill within our children the values of Torah and Judaism. Though this is a second obligation, as Jews we also benefit from the Torah’s guidelines of how to educate them, and in this podcast we hope to convey […]
8247
The 10 Commandments of Jewish Parenting
The 10 Commandments of Jewish Parenting
May 4, 2018
47:46
Jewish parents a double responsibility: We must raise mature, healthy children who will turn into productive adults, and to instill within our children the values of Torah and Judaism. Though this is a second obligation, as Jews we also benefit from the Torah’s guidelines of how to educate them, and in this podcast we hope to convey […]
8248
Shavuos: A Primer
Shavuos: A Primer
May 13, 2018
1:02:59
Shavuos marks the time of the giving of the Torah and the climax of the nation building that began with the Exodus. In this podcast we offer a broad overview of the meaning of this Festival and its various themes. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
8249
Shavuos: A Primer
Shavuos: A Primer
May 13, 2018
1:02:59
Shavuos marks the time of the giving of the Torah and the climax of the nation building that began with the Exodus. In this podcast we offer a broad overview of the meaning of this Festival and its various themes. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
8250
Constructive Criticism: How to Effectuate Change with Rebuke (A Tisha B’Av Lesson)
Constructive Criticism: How to Effectuate Change with Rebuke (A Tisha B’Av Lesson)
Jul 17, 2018
39:08
Besides being a critical mitzvah, to rebuke or criticize someone who is acting improperly is a vital skill that every leader (boss, parent) needs to know how to wield effectively. Our sages tell us that there are two ways to criticize, one that works and one that does not. On the precipice of Tisha B’Av, […]
8251
Constructive Criticism: How to Effectuate Change with Rebuke (A Tisha B’Av Lesson)
Constructive Criticism: How to Effectuate Change with Rebuke (A Tisha B’Av Lesson)
Jul 17, 2018
39:08
Besides being a critical mitzvah, to rebuke or criticize someone who is acting improperly is a vital skill that every leader (boss, parent) needs to know how to wield effectively. Our sages tell us that there are two ways to criticize, one that works and one that does not. On the precipice of Tisha B’Av, […]
8252
Rosh Hashana: A Primer
Rosh Hashana: A Primer
Aug 29, 2018
54:56
Rosh Hashana is both the day of judgement on our deeds of the previous year and the day of new hopes and new beginnings for the year to come. The responsibilities – and the opportunities – of the day are so significant that we must be ready and prepared for it. In this podcast we […]
8253
Rosh Hashana: A Primer
Rosh Hashana: A Primer
Aug 29, 2018
54:56
Rosh Hashana is both the day of judgement on our deeds of the previous year and the day of new hopes and new beginnings for the year to come. The responsibilities – and the opportunities – of the day are so significant that we must be ready and prepared for it. In this podcast we […]
8254
Ten Days of Repentance: A Primer
Ten Days of Repentance: A Primer
Sep 12, 2018
52:40
Yom Kippur marks the final day of the Ten Days of Repentance. On this day all our efforts are focused on repenting and earning atonement for all our sins and getting sealed into the Book of Life for the upcoming year. In this podcast we analyze the notion of repentance in general, the difference between […]
8255
Ten Days of Repentance: A Primer
Ten Days of Repentance: A Primer
Sep 12, 2018
52:40
Yom Kippur marks the final day of the Ten Days of Repentance. On this day all our efforts are focused on repenting and earning atonement for all our sins and getting sealed into the Book of Life for the upcoming year. In this podcast we analyze the notion of repentance in general, the difference between […]
8256
The Key to Meaningful Prayer
The Key to Meaningful Prayer
Sep 16, 2018
38:59
Prayer is a central tenet of our religion, and comprised a hefty chunk of its rituals. The Mishna (Pirkei Avos 1:2) delineates the three things upon which the world stands – meaning that without it the world would cease existing – and lists prayer together with Torah study and kindness. Yet prayer is a mitzvah that […]
8257
The Key to Meaningful Prayer
The Key to Meaningful Prayer
Sep 16, 2018
38:59
Prayer is a central tenet of our religion, and comprised a hefty chunk of its rituals. The Mishna (Pirkei Avos 1:2) delineates the three things upon which the world stands – meaning that without it the world would cease existing – and lists prayer together with Torah study and kindness. Yet prayer is a mitzvah that […]
8258
Sukkos: A Primer
Sukkos: A Primer
Sep 19, 2018
42:40
“’In a Sukkah shall you dwell for seven days’ – The Torah is instructing us to leave our permanent dwelling and move into a temporary dwelling.” (Talmud Sukkah 2a). A mere five days after Yom Kippur, we are instructed to abandon our permanent home and move into a makeshift hut and live there for seven […]
8259
Sukkos: A Primer
Sukkos: A Primer
Sep 19, 2018
42:40
“’In a Sukkah shall you dwell for seven days’ – The Torah is instructing us to leave our permanent dwelling and move into a temporary dwelling.” (Talmud Sukkah 2a). A mere five days after Yom Kippur, we are instructed to abandon our permanent home and move into a makeshift hut and live there for seven […]
8260
The Art of War with the Yetzer Hara
The Art of War with the Yetzer Hara
Nov 14, 2018
48:08
The Yetzer Hara is the villain of our life. It’s other names are the “satan” and the “angel of death”. It seeks to undermine us and inhibit us from accomplishing our life’s mission. thankfully, the Sages of the Talmud offered us a multitude of strategies and tactics to combat and resist this deadly force. In […]
8261
The Art of War with the Yetzer Hara
The Art of War with the Yetzer Hara
Nov 14, 2018
48:08
The Yetzer Hara is the villain of our life. It’s other names are the “satan” and the “angel of death”. It seeks to undermine us and inhibit us from accomplishing our life’s mission. thankfully, the Sages of the Talmud offered us a multitude of strategies and tactics to combat and resist this deadly force. In […]
8262
Chanukah: A Primer
Chanukah: A Primer
Dec 2, 2018
48:44
About 2,200 years ago, the Jewish Nation faced an existential threat: The Assyrian Greek Empire led by Antiochus and his Hellenist henchmen undertook a concerted campaign to systematically eradicate the Jewish religion. They sought to make the Jews forget the Torah and depart from the mitzvos; they defiled the Temple; they harassed the Jewish daughters; […]
8263
Chanukah: A Primer
Chanukah: A Primer
Dec 2, 2018
48:44
About 2,200 years ago, the Jewish Nation faced an existential threat: The Assyrian Greek Empire led by Antiochus and his Hellenist henchmen undertook a concerted campaign to systematically eradicate the Jewish religion. They sought to make the Jews forget the Torah and depart from the mitzvos; they defiled the Temple; they harassed the Jewish daughters; […]
8264
What is Ayin Hara (Evil Eye) and why is it Dangerous? (Jew&A with Rabbi Yaakov Cohen)
What is Ayin Hara (Evil Eye) and why is it Dangerous? (Jew&A with Rabbi Yaakov Cohen)
Dec 10, 2018
42:42
The words “Ayin Hara” are firmly ensconced in the Jewish lexicon. From a young age we are trained to exclaim “keinahara” and “bli ayin hara”, after describing, hearing about, or witnessing something wonderful. What is an ayin hara, why is it dangerous, and how can we mitigate or counteract its damage? Join me and my colleague […]
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What is Ayin Hara (Evil Eye) and why is it Dangerous? (Jew&A with Rabbi Yaakov Cohen)
What is Ayin Hara (Evil Eye) and why is it Dangerous? (Jew&A with Rabbi Yaakov Cohen)
Dec 10, 2018
42:42
The words “Ayin Hara” are firmly ensconced in the Jewish lexicon. From a young age we are trained to exclaim “keinahara” and “bli ayin hara”, after describing, hearing about, or witnessing something wonderful. What is an ayin hara, why is it dangerous, and how can we mitigate or counteract its damage? Join me and my colleague […]
8266
How to Overachieve
How to Overachieve
Jan 23, 2019
46:35
There is a learnable quality the underpins every transformational change and improvement that humanity has achieved. It is what separates the people who are inspired to change and actually implement grand ideas from the common folk who do not influence the world for the better. – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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How to Overachieve
How to Overachieve
Jan 23, 2019
46:35
There is a learnable quality the underpins every transformational change and improvement that humanity has achieved. It is what separates the people who are inspired to change and actually implement grand ideas from the common folk who do not influence the world for the better. – – – – – – – – – – – […]
8268
The Shema: Condensing Jewish Philosophy into Six Words (Or Three Paragraphs)
The Shema: Condensing Jewish Philosophy into Six Words (Or Three Paragraphs)
Feb 21, 2019
1:01:11
The Shema prayer is arguably the most well-known prayer of them all. It is the first words that we teach our children, and the last ones uttered by a Jew in their tenure in this world. A Jewish life is bookended by recitations of the Shema. Yet it seems to me that while people are […]
8269
The Shema: Condensing Jewish Philosophy into Six Words (Or Three Paragraphs)
The Shema: Condensing Jewish Philosophy into Six Words (Or Three Paragraphs)
Feb 21, 2019
1:01:11
The Shema prayer is arguably the most well-known prayer of them all. It is the first words that we teach our children, and the last ones uttered by a Jew in their tenure in this world. A Jewish life is bookended by recitations of the Shema. Yet it seems to me that while people are […]
8270
A Conversation About Kosher with Rabbi Nosson Dubin
A Conversation About Kosher with Rabbi Nosson Dubin
Mar 7, 2019
52:54
The Jewish community of Houston, TX is fortunate to have Rabbi Nosson Dubin, a true expert on all things kosher, as its Rabbinic Administrator for the Houston Kashrus Association, the agency tasked with overseeing kosher establishments and furthering kosher options in Houston. Beyond his local role in the Houston Kashrus scene, Rabbi Dubin is also the founder […]
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A Conversation About Kosher with Rabbi Nosson Dubin
A Conversation About Kosher with Rabbi Nosson Dubin
Mar 7, 2019
52:54
The Jewish community of Houston, TX is fortunate to have Rabbi Nosson Dubin, a true expert on all things kosher, as its Rabbinic Administrator for the Houston Kashrus Association, the agency tasked with overseeing kosher establishments and furthering kosher options in Houston. Beyond his local role in the Houston Kashrus scene, Rabbi Dubin is also the founder […]
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Purim: A Primer
Purim: A Primer
Mar 18, 2019
1:19:02
The festival of Purim commemorates the story of salvation that our nation experienced in Persia more than two thousand years ago. Haman the heir of Amaleik schemed a plot to eradicate the entire Jewish people in one randomly selected day, the 13th day of Adar. But the Almighty would have none of it. In His […]
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Purim: A Primer
Purim: A Primer
Mar 18, 2019
1:19:02
The festival of Purim commemorates the story of salvation that our nation experienced in Persia more than two thousand years ago. Haman the heir of Amaleik schemed a plot to eradicate the entire Jewish people in one randomly selected day, the 13th day of Adar. But the Almighty would have none of it. In His […]
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Four Sons, Three Steps: A Template to Wisdom from the Passover Haggadah
Four Sons, Three Steps: A Template to Wisdom from the Passover Haggadah
Apr 9, 2019
42:03
One of the highlights of the Haggadah is the four different discussion that parents have with the four different sons, the wise son, the wicked son, the simple son, and the son who does not know how to ask. In this podcast a novel approach is suggested wherein these four sons are not four different […]
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Four Sons, Three Steps: A Template to Wisdom from the Passover Haggadah
Four Sons, Three Steps: A Template to Wisdom from the Passover Haggadah
Apr 9, 2019
42:03
One of the highlights of the Haggadah is the four different discussion that parents have with the four different sons, the wise son, the wicked son, the simple son, and the son who does not know how to ask. In this podcast a novel approach is suggested wherein these four sons are not four different […]
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How we Navigated Having a Child on Shabbos and a Framework for Raising Children Well
How we Navigated Having a Child on Shabbos and a Framework for Raising Children Well
Apr 15, 2019
57:07
This past Shabbos, my wife and I were blessed with a newborn baby girl. As Shabbos-observant Jews, this raised some interesting halachic dilemmas. In the first part of this podcast I tell the story of how we navigated the various problems, and then we pivot to constructing a framework for raising all kinds of children well […]
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How we Navigated Having a Child on Shabbos and a Framework for Raising Children Well
How we Navigated Having a Child on Shabbos and a Framework for Raising Children Well
Apr 15, 2019
57:07
This past Shabbos, my wife and I were blessed with a newborn baby girl. As Shabbos-observant Jews, this raised some interesting halachic dilemmas. In the first part of this podcast I tell the story of how we navigated the various problems, and then we pivot to constructing a framework for raising all kinds of children well […]
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Lag BaOmer: A Primer
Lag BaOmer: A Primer
May 22, 2019
53:18
Lag BaOmer refers to the 33rd day of the Omer, the period connecting the Festivals of Pesach and Shavuot in which we are commanded to count 7 days for 7 weeks in ascending order until the anniversary day of the Sinai experience. What is the significance of the Omer period and why is the 33rd […]
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Lag BaOmer: A Primer
Lag BaOmer: A Primer
May 22, 2019
53:18
Lag BaOmer refers to the 33rd day of the Omer, the period connecting the Festivals of Pesach and Shavuot in which we are commanded to count 7 days for 7 weeks in ascending order until the anniversary day of the Sinai experience. What is the significance of the Omer period and why is the 33rd […]
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Shavuot: A Primer
Shavuot: A Primer
Jun 2, 2019
50:27
Shavuot is described as “The time of the giving of our Torah” in the Festival liturgy; in the Torah and the Talmud, four other names are attributed to the holiday that falls out on the 6th of Sivan. What are the five names of the Festival and what do they connote? Why do we read […]
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Chazara Brachos 15
Chazara Brachos 15
Jan 19, 2020
34:31
Deaf who speaks but can’t hear
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Chazara Brachos 15
Chazara Brachos 15
Jan 19, 2020
34:31
Deaf who speaks but can’t hear
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Berachos 16
Berachos 16
Jan 19, 2020
32:47
Groom on the wedding night
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Berachos 16
Berachos 16
Jan 19, 2020
32:47
Groom on the wedding night
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Chazara Brachos 16
Chazara Brachos 16
Jan 20, 2020
23:02
Rabban Gamliels exceptions
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Chazara Brachos 16
Chazara Brachos 16
Jan 20, 2020
23:02
Rabban Gamliels exceptions
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Brachos 17
Brachos 17
Jan 20, 2020
28:23
After prayer prayers
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Brachos 17
Brachos 17
Jan 20, 2020
28:23
After prayer prayers
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Chazara Brachos 17
Chazara Brachos 17
Jan 21, 2020
18:59
The whole world for Chanina my son
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Chazara Brachos 17
Chazara Brachos 17
Jan 21, 2020
18:59
The whole world for Chanina my son
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Brachos 18
Brachos 18
Jan 21, 2020
37:30
The dead know
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Brachos 18
Brachos 18
Jan 21, 2020
37:30
The dead know
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Chazara Brachos 18
Chazara Brachos 18
Jan 22, 2020
25:41
The dead know
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Chazara Brachos 18
Chazara Brachos 18
Jan 22, 2020
25:41
The dead know
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Brachos 19
Brachos 19
Jan 22, 2020
28:47
Like a stone
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Brachos 19
Brachos 19
Jan 22, 2020
28:47
Like a stone
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Chazara 19
Chazara 19
Jan 23, 2020
15:06
Honor for the Rabbis
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Chazara 19
Chazara 19
Jan 23, 2020
15:06
Honor for the Rabbis
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Brachos 20
Brachos 20
Jan 23, 2020
37:10
Why does the later generation not experience miracles like the previous ones?
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Brachos 20
Brachos 20
Jan 23, 2020
37:10
Why does the later generation not experience miracles like the previous ones?