The Rabbi Stark Podcast

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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).

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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".

53

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).

54

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.

55

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.

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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.

57

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.

58

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.

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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".

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Part II: Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim

Sep 19, 2025

1:02:52

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

61

Wanting Something Better (Rosh Hashanah)

Sep 16, 2025

36:10

Rabbi Stark talks about the opportunity which Rosh Hashanah offers.

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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.

63

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.

64

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.

65

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.

66

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.

67

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.

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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).

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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).

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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?

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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)

72

Master Manipulator (Balak)

Jul 11, 2025

37:09

Bilam was arguably as great as Moshe, so how is it possible his life's journey ended up so diametrically opposed to that of Moshe's?

73

The Message Of Torah (Shema III)

Jul 9, 2025

34:33

Shema contains both the essence of Torah and the instructions with which how to experience it.

74

Melava Malka, Parah Adumah, And Death Itself (Chukas)

Jul 4, 2025

58:35

Revealing the secrets of the mysterious parah adumah.

75

Shema: The Jewish Mission Statement (Israel At War)

Jul 2, 2025

35:42

The importance of having a mission statement and why "shema" is the Jewish one.

76

The Original Woke Movement (Korach - Parsha Principles)

Jun 27, 2025

45:38

Korach claimed hierarchy's aren't necessary and that Moshe was just advancing his own interests when in reality Korach only started his movement for self-gain and "Nature" itself rejected his policies.

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Operation Rising Lion (Israel At War)

Jun 25, 2025

35:08

Klal Yisroel is described as Am Kelavi Yakum but the reason why differs from that of similarly named Operation Rising Lion.

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Mastering Your Mission (Shelach - Parsha Principles)

Jun 20, 2025

52:03

Perspective, the key to success in your life's mission.

79

A Bitachon Reality Check (Israel At War)

Jun 18, 2025

37:55

Its time we all take a good hard look at ourselves and be HONEST about where we are holding.

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Where Does Wisdom Come From? (Beha'aloscha - Parsha Principles)

Jun 13, 2025

47:33

"If someone tells you there is Torah by the Goyim don't believe them. If they tell you there is wisdom by the Goyim, believe them." What is this wisdom and does it originate from the Torah or is it something else entirely?

81

Torah: The Magical Spice (Fundamentals)

Jun 11, 2025

42:57

The secret of Torah is the actual "magic" contained within which simultaneously changes a person while granting them their deepest desires.

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Knowing Your Purpose (Bamidbar - Parsha Principles)

May 30, 2025

50:37

How and why the flags which Klal Yisroel wanted represent their desire to fulfill their "shlichus."

83

Torah: Bein Adam L'Atzmo (Shavuos)

May 28, 2025

40:37

We are Torah. And Torah is us.

84

Modesty: The Greatest Honor (Sefiras HaOmer III)

May 20, 2025

38:01

How and why proper "self-love" is not just healthy but also the path to true emunah in Hashem.

85

The Rise Of Kabbalah Before Mashiach (Lag BaOmer)

May 18, 2025

59:29

Although widely accepted nowadays, the Zohar's acceptance came along with more controversy than you might expect.

86

The Quintessential Human (Lag BaOmer)

May 14, 2025

44:55

In the classic song of Bar Yochai there is a line which translates to "when Hashem thought to make Man, he envisioned you (Rebbi Shimon)"—what was it about Rebbi Shimon Bar Yochai which made him worthy of such a compliment?

87

So Holy, So Pure (Achrei Mos / Kedoshim - Parsha Principles)

May 9, 2025

54:03

The true definition of the word "kadosh" is "separate" (as opposed to "holy"). This begs the question, whats so special about being separate?

88

The Secret To A Healthy Relationship (Sefiras HaOmer II)

May 6, 2025

36:34

A relationship can be based upon many different things but if you want it to endure there is one thing which reigns supreme.

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The Disease Of Lashon Hara (Tazria / Metzorah - Parsha Principles)

May 2, 2025

48:13

Why Lashon Hara is one of the only "aveiros" which cause a negative physical response.

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Respect Over Love (Sefiras HaOmer I)

May 1, 2025

38:01

The talmidim of Rabbi Akiva seem to have really loved one another, so why was it such a big deal that they didnt respect each other?

91

Seder Night Magic (Pesach II)

Apr 10, 2025

57:05

Seder night is truly a magical time but how does one overcome any stress and harness that "magic" to connect with their children, their spouse, and Hashem?

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Leveling Up (Pesach)

Apr 2, 2025

30:42

During the year there is a set way in which we can grow and improve from one "level" to the next. However, over Pesach Hashem allows us to "skip" levels.

93

Kavata Itim L'Torah (Bein Hazmanim - Fundamentals)

Mar 27, 2025

39:11

How structure defines one's values and why this is the essence of Torah.

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The Mishkan: The Greatest Expression Of Self (Vayakhel / Pekudei - Parsha Principles)

Mar 23, 2025

51:47

So much of the Mishkan's beauty was totally hidden, this is not accidental but rather intentionally done and there is a major lesson we can learn from it.

95

Maximizing Your Bein Hazmanim

Mar 19, 2025

41:27

Bein Hazmanim is not an "all or nothing" experience. Rabbi Stark explains what a successful Bein Hazmanim actually looks like, and how to achieve one.

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If We Go Down, Hashem Goes Down With Us (Adar III)

Mar 11, 2025

31:02

The secret to the Jewish people is that Hashem NEEDS us—and we NEED each other.

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The Mystery Of Taanis Esther (Adar - Fundamentals)

Mar 7, 2025

25:46

Taanis Esther is one of many fasts we keep, but something feels different about it compared to all other fasts. Rabbi Stark dives into the mystery of, and reason for, Taanis Esther.

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His Greatness = His Relatabilty (Adar II)

Mar 5, 2025

40:39

The secret to Hashem's unbridled love for Klal Yisroel is the fact that He is "sameach b'chelki." The Mashgiach explains what that actually means.

99

Igeres Haman (Adar - Fundamentals)

Mar 3, 2025

33:10

A deep dive into Haman's conveniently warped view of the Jews.

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Simcha—The Best Antidepressant (Adar I)

Feb 28, 2025

43:07

Partying, eating meat, and drinking wine is fun and all but true "simcha" is the only thing which can keep one out of a state of deep depression.

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