The Rabbi Stark Podcast

1

Esav: Always "A-Head" Of Himself (Toldos)

Nov 13, 2026

47:03

We all know Esav's end was that only his head was worthy of a holy burial, but do we really understand why?

2

The Quest For Daas (Daas V)

Nov 11, 2026

36:34

Daas is not something we simply have or don't have, but rather a lifelong journey of unlocking and cultivating it.

3

Thats Daas (Winter Zman IV)

Nov 3, 2026

42:28

Daas—intellect—is what its all about.

4

Mashiach's Complicated Origins (Vayeira)

Nov 2, 2026

49:22

How can it be that Mashiach originates from Sodom—and from one of the most reprehensible unions fathomable?

5

Not A Robot (Winter Zman III)

Oct 27, 2026

38:31

Why "daas" (intellect) is infinitely superior to what computers, robots, and AI have going for them (which is just compute power).

6

Ma'aseh Avos . . . (Lech Lecha)

Oct 23, 2026

48:24

Is the concept of ma'aseh avos siman l'banim just a "nice idea" or does it represent something much deeper?

7

Who Am [A]I? (Winter Zman II)

Oct 21, 2026

32:03

With Artificial Intelligence running rampant, and seemingly able to do everything better than we can, understanding where our value lies is paramount.

8

Organic Growth (Winter Zman I)

Oct 19, 2026

38:20

Spring and Summer is when growth is most noticeable, but the energy allowing for that growth happens during Winter.

9

Communicating Via Rain (Noach)

Oct 16, 2026

32:14

Everything in this world comes from Heaven (Hashem), but only rain shows us this clearly.

10

Science and Ma'aseh Bereshis (Bereshis)

Oct 8, 2026

54:04

Is Science apikorsus or how one learns about Hashem?

11

The Esrog And Its Beauty (Sukkos - Fundamentals)

Sep 24, 2026

35:38

When did beauty become such a focal point in yiddishkeit, and why is it expressed through the daled minim, and the esrog in particular?

12

Hashem Hu Ha'Elokim (Yom Kippur)

Sep 18, 2026

48:47

The REAL impact and effect of doing a mitzvah / aveirah.

13

Teshuvah 101 (Yom Kippur)

Sep 16, 2026

38:15

The first step to teshuvah is knowing who's presence you are in.

14

The Yamim Noraim Davening (Rosh Hashanah)

Sep 11, 2026

50:54

Understanding what we are davening for.

15

Rejoice In Fear (Elul IV)

Sep 9, 2026

34:53

The term "Gilu Birada" seems to be an oxymoron but comprehending the concept of fear unlocks a world of understanding.

16

Bechira: Real or Illusion (Nitzavim / Vayelech)

Sep 4, 2026

42:49

What makes us different than all other beings is our ability to make conscious decisions, but does Bechira truly exist or is it just an illusion?

17

Every Yids A Big Tzadik (Elul III)

Sep 2, 2026

41:41

So why is teshuvah necessary?

18

The Debt Of Hakaras HaTov (Ki Savo)

Aug 28, 2026

47:27

Being Makir Tov is not simply a nice thing to do but rather an obligation upon each and every one of us.

19

Ahava Rabbah (Elul II)

Aug 25, 2026

37:51

The love Hashem has for us is unimaginable.

20

Ben Sorer U'Moreh (Ki Teitzei)

Aug 21, 2026

38:53

Does this kid really deserve to be put to death?

21

Hashem's Love For Us (Elul I)

Aug 18, 2026

36:06

Understanding how and why Hashem loves us is not a just a "2026 concept" but rather the secret to Elul.

22

Nachamu (Fundamentals)

Jul 24, 2026

37:54

Although we all know the famous prophetic words of "Nachamu Nachamu Ami", we likely don't know that the true translation of "nachamu" is not "comfort" but something else entirely.

23

Eichah 5786 (Tisha B'Av)

Jul 23, 2026

46:39

With another Tisha B'Av upon us, Rabbi Stark shares some heartfelt words pertaining to Eichah.

24

Experiencing The Beis HaMikdash (Tisha B'Av)

Jul 22, 2026

1:05:12

The only way to really comprehend the severity of the loss of the Beis HaMikdash is to first appreciate what we had.

25

Tisha B'Av And The "Chareidi" Perspective (pt. 3)

Jul 21, 2026

25:21

Exposing the modern day "Eruv Rav" and their misguided approach to Judaism.

26

(pt. 2) The "Chareidi" Perspective

Jul 13, 2026

47:06

Birchas Haminim and why we always prefer the "Hashivenu" route.

27

The "Chareidi" Perspective

Jul 5, 2026

41:27

The thinking and stance of the "Frum" Jewish community on Eretz Yisroel, Israel, and life itself.

28

Impulsive Or Calculated? (Pinchas)

Jul 3, 2026

47:21

Why Pinchas wasn't just another fanatic.

29

Self-Confidence And Torah-Psychology

Jun 30, 2026

36:54

People throw around the term "Torah-Psychology" a lot these days, but what does the Torah actually think about Self-Confidence?

30

Bilaams Donkey (Balak)

Jun 26, 2026

51:14

Bilam's relationship with his donkey reveals something much bigger about his worldview (than him just being a perverted person).

31

From Finite To Infinite (Chukas)

Jun 23, 2026

47:38

Why Parah Adumah is referred to as "the Chok" of the Torah.

32

Azus D'Kedusha

Jun 18, 2026

35:40

Stubbornness usually has negative connotations, but "holy stubbornness" is something to strive for.

33

Warring With Harmony (Korach)

Jun 15, 2026

40:24

Korach's downfall could've been easily avoided, if he simply appreciated his destiny.

34

It's. Not. About. You.

Jun 11, 2026

29:17

Anivus is no contradiction to understanding your own greatness.

35

Mouth-Eye Coordination (Shelach)

Jun 9, 2026

41:15

The mouth and eyes each represent a different aspect of the decision making process; and how they need to work together to reach the truth.

36

Sense Of "Self"

Jun 4, 2026

36:56

The difference between a healthy sense of sense and being a "pushover".

37

The "Nun" of Nefila (Beha'aloscha)

May 31, 2026

42:53

This week's parsha has the famous inverse "Nuns"—letters which are not read and never seen again. What is their significance and the significance of the particular pesukim they enclose?

38

No Time For Anger

May 27, 2026

38:47

Why "anger" is unlike any other middah.

39

Light YOUR Fire (Shavuos)

May 20, 2026

27:32

Torah is a fire. And so are YOU.

40

Numbers: Both Positive And Negative (Bamidbar)

May 15, 2026

51:55

Numbers (and "Counting") can be a real positive. But, if not utilized properly, they can be a serious negative.

41

Savlanus (Sefiras HaOmer IV)

May 12, 2026

37:02

In modern Hebrew, "Savlanus" (or "Savlanut") translates to "patience" but true savlanus is so much more than that.

42

Real Fire Doesn't Burn (Lag BaOmer / Sefiras HaOmer III)

May 4, 2026

36:35

The "fire" of Reb Shimon Bar Yochai explained.

43

Ben Adam (Emor)

May 1, 2026

49:08

Not everything is a "Hashem problem." (Some things are just "people problems.")

44

FIRE! (Sefiras HaOmer II)

Apr 29, 2026

36:53

Fire is described as many things, curiously, except for that it burns. . .

45

Explained: V'ahavta L'reacha Kamocha (Acharei Mos / Kedoshim)

Apr 24, 2026

37:43

A mature understanding of V'ahavta L'reacha Kamocha.

46

The Origin Story Of Rabbi Akiva (Sefiras HaOmer I)

Apr 23, 2026

33:31

Who was Rabbi Akiva and why—at 40 years old—did he think he had what it takes to turn his life around?

47

Ask Away! (Pesach)

Mar 29, 2026

47:32

The focus on "Chinuch" over Pesach helps us understand the real takeaway from Pesach.

48

The Korban Pesach (Pesach - Fundamentals)

Mar 23, 2026

43:45

The most important aspect of "Pesach" in the Mishkan and Beis HaMikdash was the Korban Pesach itself. Despite us not presently brining the korban, understanding its significance will unlock a whole new dimension of understanding regarding the yom tov of Pesach.

49

Ramchal's Maamar HaKivuy (Part III - Fundamentals)

Mar 16, 2026

31:51

(Part III) How to connect with Hashem in dire straits and Hashem's guarantee of salvation. In this podcast exclusive shiur, the Mashgiach learns the Drush (Maamar) HaKivuy of the Ramchal inside, and you can follow along here.

50

Ramchal's Maamar HaKivuy (Part II - Fundamentals)

Mar 16, 2026

20:50

(Part II) How to connect with Hashem in dire straits and Hashem's guarantee of salvation. In this podcast exclusive shiur, the Mashgiach learns the Drush (Maamar) HaKivuy of the Ramchal inside, and you can follow along here.

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