Torah With Simcha!

1

Reward for visiting the sick and the consequences of neglect

Dec 25, 2025

24:33

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2

Review of part 3 Bikur Cholim- the purpose of this mitzvah (December 23rd 2025).

Dec 24, 2025

10:04

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3

Bikur Cholim part Three 12-23-25

Dec 24, 2025

48:52

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4

Is Bikur Cholim De'oreisa or darabanan?

Dec 23, 2025

14:15

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5

5 minute summary of source of Mitzva of Bikur Cholim part 1- 12-22-25

Dec 23, 2025

4:41

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6

Exploring Bikur Cholim Origins Part 1 12-22-25

Dec 22, 2025

33:42

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7

Mitzvah of Bickur Cholim part one.

Dec 22, 2025

23:25

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8

One synagogue in the city- could it split?

Dec 22, 2025

3:23

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9

Davening for cholim

Dec 22, 2025

7:43

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10

Regarding whether a shull is allowed to divide- recorded on the 8th day of Hanukkah 5786

Dec 22, 2025

10:59

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11

12-21-25: Chanuka -includes writing kvitel on zoas chanukah

Dec 21, 2025

25:35

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12

chanuka (reduced sound quality) 12-21-25

Dec 21, 2025

22:32

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13

Visiting the stick through telephone and le-lameid Torah la'nashim

Dec 21, 2025

24:09

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14

Building self esteem (charity). Destroying = Robbery

Dec 15, 2025

13:11

The Torah on this episode comes from Rabbi Yochanan Zweig Shlita.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

15

Humor Torah Sheva Brachos of Mike W & Rivkah

Dec 12, 2025

21:34

She a Brachos speech for a friendBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

16

Chayei Sarah part 2 meim loez 11/8/25

Nov 9, 2025

9:26

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17

Chayei Sarah part 1 meim Loez 11/8/25

Nov 9, 2025

19:01

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18

vayeira akeidas Yitchak meim loez 2025

Nov 9, 2025

52:55

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19

hospitality and prayer songs part 2 vayeira meim Lo'eiz 2025

Nov 9, 2025

27:27

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20

hospitality and brachos part 1 vayeira main loez 2025

Nov 9, 2025

25:44

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21

meim loez vayeira part 1

Nov 9, 2025

19:00

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22

sedom meim loez vayeira 2025

Nov 9, 2025

19:55

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23

Tefilah betzibor meim loez vayeira 2025

Nov 9, 2025

19:29

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24

pidyon shvuyim Mei'om Lo'eiz lech lecha.m4a

Nov 9, 2025

1:06

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25

lech lecha Mei'om Lo'eiz part ( 1 of 4)2025

Nov 9, 2025

23:31

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26

meim loez lech lecha part 2 (of 4) 2025

Nov 9, 2025

32:23

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27

poverty in Eretz Yisroel ( lech lecha Mei'om Lo'eiz series part 4of 4 )2025

Nov 9, 2025

43:25

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28

Mei'om Lo'eiz parshat Berashit part 1

Oct 27, 2025

22:52

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29

Me'om lo'eiz parshas breishis part 2 through verse 8 chapter 1

Oct 27, 2025

1:05:23

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30

Pirkei Avos Neis Chanukah

Oct 26, 2025

25:11

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31

Just reading words-Tehillim 1 -17 on Hashana Rabbah night. Also hoshaba rabbah prayers

Oct 13, 2025

58:44

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32

Harmony Nursing Chicago, 1st part of memorial service By Sanctuary Hospice

Sep 16, 2025

17:12

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Mock Universal Memorial Service For Nursing Facility (Ohel Shalom) 9/6/25

Sep 7, 2025

53:38

0:00 - Introduction: Why here?2:31 - Blessing for Ohel Abraham (the facility).3:09 - Poem: "Inspire" 3:44 - Song: "Turn, Turn, Turn" and analysis of its meaning in the context of grief and remembrance.4:51 - Introduction to tributes for 13 individuals.7:45 - Brief description of Sara Levinson.9:29 - Brief description of James Patel.10:15 - Brief description of Margaret O'Connor.10:58 - Brief description of Daniel Rosen.11:39 - Brief description of Helen Brooks.12:15 - Brief description of Luis Martinez.12:51 - Brief description of Rebecca Stein.13:31 - Brief description of George Kim.14:11 - Brief description of Mariam Cohen.14:46 - Brief description of Isaac Goldberg.15:28 - Brief description of Anna Kowalski.16:06 - Brief description of Samuel Johnson.16:46 - Brief description of Leia Friedman.17:37 - Striking the tambourine bell in honor of the 13 individuals17:53 - Song: "Memories"18:34 - Prayer for the Departed.19:28 - Introduction to gathered quotes of comfort.21:52 - Discussion on the meaning of gratitude.28:52 - Excerpt from Maya Angelou.29:26 - Excerpt from James Miller.29:47 - Excerpt from Arthur Gold.30:09 - Excerpt from Barbara.30:28 - Excerpt from Mother Theresa31:15 -Introduction to prayers.32:02 -Amy Note I thank you for the love you each have shown for caring hands and hearts.32:29 - South American story from the ancestors.33:35 - A prayer of gratitude 35:03 - Poem: Do it anyway.36:48 - Footprints in the sand Poem39:28 - Practical tips for handling grief.42:41 - Discussion on how some find it harder to grieve for those who didn't pass away.43:51 - Overview of Refreshments.44:29 - Names of Songs Played.48:35 - Concluding remarks, gratitude, and wishes for the listeners53:57 - EndThis revised set of timestamps should give a much more complete outline of the podcast's content. Let me know if you need any further adjustments!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

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9/1/25

Sep 1, 2025

35:27

35

Story of Divine Providence and more

Aug 29, 2025

25:50

36

Parshas Eikev 2025

Aug 17, 2025

1:35:45

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Parasha Eikev (begining) tuba Av Insights, comforting others through words

Aug 11, 2025

56:32

Intro & Water Park Closing: (00:00:01 - 00:01:00) Parasha Reading Introduction: (00:01:01 - 00:02:00) Parasha - Rewards for Obedience (Aliyah 1): (00:02:01 - 00:04:27) Parasha - Warnings & Promises (Aliyah 1 Continued): (00:04:28 - 00:06:34) Parasha - God's Gradual Uprooting of Nations (Aliyah 1 Continued): (00:06:35 - 00:08:40) Parasha - Avoid Idolatry (Aliyah 1 Continued): (00:08:41 - 00:09:41) Parasha - Hardships & Faith (Aliyah 1 Continued): (00:09:42 - 00:11:52) Parasha - Commentary on Manna (Aliyah 1 Continued): (00:11:53 - 00:13:54) Parasha - A Good Land & Blessing (Aliyah 1 Concluded): (00:13:55 - 00:15:00) Parasha - Be Careful Not to Forget God (Aliyah 2): (00:15:01 - 00:17:13) Parasha - Prosperity & Forgetfulness (Aliyah 2 Continued): (00:17:14 - 00:19:26) Parasha - Recognizing God's Hand (Aliyah 2 Continued): (00:19:27 - 00:23:10) Parasha - The Consequences of Disobedience (Aliyah 2 Continued): (00:23:11 - 00:24:39) Parasha - Crossing the Jordan (Aliyah 2 Continued): (00:24:40 - 00:26:47) Parasha - Not Due to Our Virtue (Aliyah 2 Concluded): (00:26:48 - 00:27:18) Introduction to Mishnah Discussion: (00:27:19 - 00:28:09) Tisha B'Av & Tu B'Av Connections: (00:28:10 - 00:30:55) Awareness of Potential & Saving Grace: (00:30:56 - 00:33:01) Doing the Impossible on Tu B'Av: (00:33:02 - 00:35:56) Discussion on Fila & The Split Sea: (00:35:57 - 00:38:18) Actions & Unlimited Possibilities on Tu B'Av: (00:38:19 - 00:40:18) Cleaning the House Miracle: (00:40:19 - 00:42:22) Mishnah - Rabbi Meir Says: (00:42:23 - 00:46:51) Torah Learning & Its Benefits: (00:46:52 - 00:48:57) Moshe Rabbeinu - Not a Man of Words: (00:48:58 - 00:51:07) Comforting Words & Increased Lifespan: (00:51:08 - 00:55:23) Outro & Wallpaper Story: (00:55:24 - 00:56:27)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

38

: A Tisha B’Av Reflection on Family, Galus, and the Pearl of Evanston”

Aug 3, 2025

37:56

On this heartfelt Tisha B’Av episode of Torah with Simcha, we journey through tears, memory, and meaning—from the broken walls of the Beis HaMikdash to the open doors of a nursing home in Evanston.Simcha shares a powerful reflection connecting Jewish historical cycles of exile with the modern-day kindness found in caregiving. At the center of this story is Dr. Lester Zeffren, a beloved family member remembered not just as a doctor, but as a true rofeh cholim—a healer of the sick, with a heart for family and for chessed. Through personal memories, humorous anecdotes, and stirring recollections of family sacrifice and legacy—especially that of Aunt Jean, who came to America under terrifying conditions—we uncover how traits of selflessness and dedication to others can pass through generations.This episode also explores why Pearl of Evanston, a nursing facility that feels more like a home than an institution, may carry a spiritual legacy that echoes back to those who came before us.We close with deep thoughts about the cycle of Jewish suffering in exile, the purpose of pain, and why the yearning for the Beis HaMikdash is as real today as ever.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

39

Moshe becomes a man of words

Jan 16, 2025

17:32

Moshe becomes a man of wordsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

40

Avoiding a rabbinical transgression, how much money do you have to spend? Different opinions

Jul 20, 2025

18:35

41

7/4/25: Trumps Speech At End Of Times- internet is transformed- Peace- money goes to Kollel

Jul 4, 2025

26:47

This episode is a dream. And my greatest hope that it will happen 1 day. It has not happened yet. Expected speech dates about 2028 according to this episode. This is a creative and episode that is most unique. May this episode be a hishtadlus to help move our world in a positive direction. In this episode, Simcha speaks about a speech made by Trump at the end of days, a declaration from the United Nations, and a transformation of the world as he declares the internet must be cleansed. Trump’s end-of-days speech The Human Dignity Accord The internet cleansed—no longer needing filters A vision of global change, clarity, and restored dignityBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

42

Motzei Shabbos Parshas Naso 2025 6/7/25- About new baby born and more.

Jun 8, 2025

17:57

This episode discussed some of the themes discussed in the 4th Aliya of Parshas Naso. This is connected to the baby that was born the 4th day of the week. We also discuss a new pshat on a part of a mishna mentioned in previous episode. And finally we discuss a piece of Torah that could be found in the back of Mesifta Gemorah Mesechta pesachim. It's regarding how the Satan focuses his main energy on food, and that this is the area we could be sanctified the most. This is all a result of Adam Harishon being nichshol through food. Dovi plays a part in this and Yisrael Zev makes a little correction. Baby born is my nephew and does not have a name yet since baby is only a little more than 3 days old- born June 4th or 8th of Sivan. The baby was born on the very same day that the most special Torah dancing takes place in Telz Yeshiva motzei Yom Tov,. This is also the 8th of Sivan. Being born in a zman of matan Toraseinu and in a makom where this is celebrated to its greatest Simcha (at least the same city)- is surely something significant which only helps . This baby is being born less than 2 months of his great grandfather who had very special midos. Some of this is discussed. parents of this baby have certainly their own special zchusim. May he merit to be raised to become great in middos, meis'im tovim, chupah and Torah. And reach his full potential in all of the wonderful coch'os that Hashem blessed him with. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

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Motzei Shvu'os, Telz, khal chasidim, kinyan Hatorah, story.

Jun 5, 2025

47:34

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Friday night story Shabbos tazria- metzorah 2025

May 5, 2025

32:54

Friday night story Shabbos tazria- metzorah 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

45

Family version, with nice ending Grandpa Kirshner

Apr 22, 2025

13:33

Family version, with nice ending Grandpa KirshnerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

46

Part 2- Eulogy & Stories & Reflections on Grandpa Kirshner (post leva'ya)

Apr 22, 2025

25:42

Part 2- Eulogy &amp; Stories &amp; Reflections on Grandpa Kirshner (post leva'ya)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

47

Grandpa Sheldon Kirshner - Reflections and stories Part 1 (recorded 4/21/25)

Apr 21, 2025

28:35

Grandpa Sheldon Kirshner - Reflections and stories Part 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

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Shabbos Hagadol Chizuk - Includes remarkable story about a Stolen Van

Apr 7, 2025

1:00:39

Shabbos Hagadol Chizuk - Includes remarkable story about a Stolen VanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

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Inspirational true story about stolen van.

Apr 6, 2025

48:52

Inspirational true story about stolen van, happened 1st weekend of April 2025 Friday - Sunday.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

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Story 3/27/25

Mar 28, 2025

8:29

Story 3/27/25Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/torah-with-simcha--4985090/support.

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