The Rabbi Stark Podcast

1

A Transcendent Relationship (Ki Sisa)

Mar 6, 2026

57:37

We may have difficulty relating to Hashem, but we must always remember our relationship transcends every person, place, and thing.

2

Hashem Is So Random (Purim / Parshas Zachor)

Feb 27, 2026

1:00:26

Haman and Amalek set out to show how the world is "random"—turns out they were right, just not in the way they expected.

3

Purim Fever (Purim)

Feb 25, 2026

28:19

With Purim right around the corner, Rabbi Stark helps us get into the proper mindset to make the most of it.

4

The Mishkan And Its Purpose (Terumah)

Feb 20, 2026

49:41

Was the Mishkan a response to the Chet HaEigel or was there a standalone reason for it?

5

Na'aseh V'Nishma And The Sefer Ha'Bris (Mishpatim)

Feb 13, 2026

44:09

In this bombshell episode, the Mashgiach exposes that "Na'aseh V'Nishma" was not said with regard to the Torah, but rather in response to the "Sefer Ha'Bris." What is this Sefer Ha'Bris and what was this response of Na'aseh V'Nishma?

6

KODESH (Shovavim IV)

Feb 12, 2026

41:16

"Kodesh" does not mean "holy." Rather, its translation explains how one BECOMES "holy."

7

"The Luchos" And Their Purpose (Yisro)

Feb 6, 2026

49:20

The Luchos are not "Torah", per se. So what are, and what is the point of, the Luchos and what do they represent?

8

Access Unlimited (Shovavim III)

Feb 5, 2026

37:29

The challenge of our generation boils down to one idea—unlimited access. Rabbi Stark discusses how to navigate the fact that everything and everyone is just one click of a button away.

9

Connecting The Dots (Beshalach)

Jan 30, 2026

57:43

The beauty of a song lies in connecting its highs, lows, and flow. Rabbi Stark explains how Az Yashir represents the connection of our past, present, and future.

10

The Purpose Of Creation (Bo)

Jan 23, 2026

33:05

What it REALLY means to thank Hashem.

11

Understanding The 10 Makkos (Va'eira)

Jan 16, 2026

52:46

We all know about the Makkos generally but do we know the individual purpose of each and every Makkah?

12

Aimless & Overexposed (Shovavim II)

Jan 14, 2026

44:44

The Mashgiach discusses how we can protect our families—and ourselves—from the extreme exposure we are all privy too.

13

The Invisible Man (Shemos)

Jan 9, 2026

55:46

What does it mean to be an "anav" and why Moshe Rabbeinu's greatest compliment was that he was an "eved (servant of) Hashem".

14

Welcome To Mitzrayim '26 (Shovavim I)

Jan 7, 2026

38:07

A podcast exclusive Shovavim series to guide us through Ikvesa d'Mashicha—the same which guided the Yidden to be redeemed from Mitzrayim.

15

A Legacy Of Unity (Vayechi)

Jan 2, 2026

52:27

With the culmination of Sefer Bereshis, the Mashgiach explains how the greatness of Yaakov Avinu and his twelve sons was how they were all so different, yet came together to create one whole.

16

(I Just Wanna) Sing From My Brain

Jan 1, 2026

36:52

Everyone is very busy with the "heart" and how they "feel" about everything but the brain might just be what should really dictate our actions.

17

Majesty or Humility (Vayigash)

Dec 26, 2025

45:30

Diametrically opposed or is there a balance which can be unlocked?

18

Me, Myself, and AI

Dec 24, 2025

41:24

If AI can do everything I can, but better, who am I and what is my purpose?

19

War With The Menorah (Chanukah - Fundamentals)

Dec 19, 2025

40:14

Was the Yevanim's destruction of the Menorah's oil simply collateral damage to their ransacking of the entire Beis HaMikdash generally or was this a targeted attack against the Menorah in particular?

20

Baal Teshuvah vs Tzadik Yesod Olam (Vayeshev)

Dec 12, 2025

48:49

The difference between the perspectives of Yosef and Yehudah and which one we should strive to emulate.

21

Infinite Wisdom

Dec 10, 2025

41:07

With Chanukah almost upon us, the Mashgiach explains how Yesod Ha'Afar is linked to Torah and the infinite wisdom contained within.

22

Grounded In Bitachon (Vayishlach)

Dec 5, 2025

54:48

By definition, Bitachon is the reliance on Hashem, so how is it possible to be truly "grounded" while also have complete and total bitachon in Hashem?

23

From The Ground Up

Dec 2, 2025

40:00

The Mashgiach explains how all growth begins at the ground level and by harnessing the potential stored within it.

24

Construction 101 (Vayetzei)

Nov 28, 2025

48:46

The significance of the ladder in Yaakov Avinu's dream and what it teaches us about "building" the Shivtei Kah.

25

Yesod Ha'Afar Is Not Laziness

Nov 25, 2025

42:10

Very nice that "yesod ha'afar" is not laziness but what is it and how does the differentiation practically affect my life?

26

Esav's (Almost) Greatness (Toldos)

Nov 21, 2025

45:34

Was Esav destined to fail or did he fail his destiny?

27

The Enormous Lesson From The Tiny Ant

Nov 18, 2025

39:58

The Gemara chooses a most unlikely source to teach about overcoming laziness and becoming a go-getter. Rabbi Stark expounds.

28

The Test After The Final Test (Chayei Sarah)

Nov 14, 2025

50:06

The Mashgiach discusses Avraham's nisayon of Sarah's death, especially because we famously know his final nisayon was Akeidas Yitzchak.

29

The Origin Of Fear And Anxiety

Nov 12, 2025

42:41

It may sound farfetched, but fear and anxiety are really just symptoms of laziness. Rabbi Stark explains how and why.

30

What Avraham's Tests Teach Us About Hashem (Vayeira)

Nov 7, 2025

57:58

Rabbi Stark explains what the tests Hashem challenged Avraham with teach us about Hashem (in addition to what they tell us about Avraham).

31

Laziness: The Illusion Of "Buying Time"

Nov 4, 2025

34:48

Theres a reason the saying is "if not NOW, when" and not "if not TODAY, when".

32

The Ultimate Father Figure (Lech Lecha)

Oct 31, 2025

51:51

How Avraham began the process of returning the world to Hashem's original intention (before the sin of the Eitz HaDaas).

33

Stunting Your Growth

Oct 28, 2025

35:27

The Yetzer Hara has one job and one job only—to stunt your growth at all costs. In this first schmooze of "winter zman" the Mashgiach discusses how one can foil his plans.

34

The Dor Hamabul vs The Dor Haflaga (Noach)

Oct 24, 2025

51:59

Why the Dor Hamabul was destroyed for their sins while the Dor Haflaga was simply dispersed on account of theirs.

35

Adam HaRishon And "Plan B" (Bereshis)

Oct 16, 2025

37:19

Was Adam HaRishon jewish and what the world would've looked like had he not sinned.

36

Up In The Clouds (Sukkos)

Oct 6, 2025

34:21

The Gemara discusses whether the Sukkah represents the Ananei HaKavod or physical huts. Rabbi Stark explains how not only were there actual clouds but they were clouds like you wouldn't believe.

37

You Don't Understand The Point Of Viduy (Yom Kippur)

Sep 30, 2025

40:14

We are all familiar with the idea of Viduy on Yom Kippur but we probably dont understand the point of it. Rabbi Stark is about to change that.

38

Part III: Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim

Sep 26, 2025

52:27

Rabbi Stark continues discussing the Yud Gimmel Middos and explains how once we recognize we are nothing without Hashem is when Hashem then allows us to tap into being able to achieve "everything".

39

Part II: Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim

Sep 19, 2025

1:02:52

The Mashgiach continues with his explanation of the Yud Gimmel Middos.

40

Wanting Something Better (Rosh Hashanah)

Sep 16, 2025

36:10

Rabbi Stark talks about the opportunity which Rosh Hashanah offers.

41

Part I: Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim

Sep 16, 2025

41:59

The Mashgiach explains the secret behind the Yud Gimmel Middos and the relationship which they extend from.

42

Artificial Intelligence And Free Will (Elul III)

Sep 11, 2025

40:48

Rabbi Stark speaks about the amazing advancements in AI, the lifecycle of animals, and how neither come close to the unbelievable opportunity which we, as people, are afforded.

43

Chareidim vs The IDF (Ki Teitzei)

Sep 5, 2025

43:33

Rabbi Stark tackles the delicate issue of "what the Chareidi 'problem' is with the IDF." The explanation may surprise you.

44

Love Yourself, You Animal (Elul II)

Sep 3, 2025

32:45

The Mashgiach continues with the animal theme to explain what we can learn from the animalistic instinct of self-preservation.

45

The Rambam vs Kabbalah (Shoftim)

Aug 29, 2025

44:00

Did the Rambam really not "hold of" Kabbalah and the danger of learning torah without a mesorah.

46

The Animal Within (Elul I)

Aug 27, 2025

33:17

Elul is all about a relationship. After a safari trip over bein hazmanim to South Africa, Rabbi Stark has an entirely new pshat on how the animal within helps one build that relationship with Hashem.

47

LIVE FROM SOUTH AFRICA

Aug 11, 2025

38:15

The Mashgiach gives a shiur to yeshiva bachurim helping them realize their greatness and the greatness of this generation. Rabbi Stark is currently giving the daily Hachzek mussar shiur. To access, click the link below: Hachzek.com. WhatsApp Chat. Free Sefer. Hachzek App (Apple). Hachzek App (Google).

48

Tisha B'Av 5785

Aug 1, 2025

36:19

On this erev Shabbos Chazon, the Mashgiach delivers a powerful and moving schmooze on how to approach Tisha B'Av 5785. Rabbi Stark is currently giving the daily Hachzek mussar shiur. To access, click the link below: Hachzek.com. WhatsApp Chat. Free Sefer. Hachzek App (Apple). Hachzek App (Google).

49

Malachim: A Lesson In Laser-Focus (Shema V)

Jul 23, 2025

37:19

Angels don't have free will—so whats so impressive about a "robot" doing Hashem's bidding?

50

Baruch Shem: Our Silent Proclamation (Shema IV)

Jul 17, 2025

39:54

Does Hashem really need us? Yes—but only because He set it up that way. Rabbi Stark is currently giving the daily Hachzek mussar shiur. To access click the link below: WhatsApp Chat Free Sefer Hachzek App (Apple) Hachzek App (Google)

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