The Rabbi Stark Podcast

51

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.

52

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.

53

Mastering Your Mission (Shelach - Parsha Principles)

Jun 20, 2025

52:03

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

54

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.

55

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?

56

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.

57

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."

58

Torah: Bein Adam L'Atzmo (Shavuos)

May 28, 2025

40:37

We are Torah. And Torah is us.

59

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.

60

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.

61

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?

62

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?

63

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.

64

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.

65

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?

66

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?

67

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.

68

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.

69

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.

70

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.

71

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.

72

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.

73

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.

74

Igeres Haman (Adar - Fundamentals)

Mar 3, 2025

33:10

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

75

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.

76

From One to Ten: Unifying A Fragmented World (Yisro - Parsha Principles)

Feb 14, 2025

44:59

The Mashgiach explains how 1 and 10 are really two sides of the same coin and how the journey from 1 to 10 actually bring "everything" full circle.

77

FEELING The Love (Beshalach - Parsha Principles)

Feb 7, 2025

46:19

What was greater, the miracle of Kriyas Yam Suf or Klal Yisroel signing Az Yashir?

78

10 Makkos, Precisely (Parsha Principles)

Jan 27, 2025

43:16

Rabbi Stark explains the significance of the number ten and why Hashem brought exactly ten makkos.

79

For The Love Of God (Hakaras HaTov VI)

Jan 22, 2025

41:35

Ultimately, being a person who has hakaras hatov brings you closer to Hashem.

80

LIVE FROM THE MIR: Yesod HaBayis

Jan 20, 2025

23:08

During these weeks of Shovavim, the Mashgiach talks about how one can ensure a healthy home for themselves.

81

The Truth About "Jewish Identity" (Shemos - Parsha Principles)

Jan 17, 2025

43:50

The Bnei Yisroel were redeemed from Mitzrayim because they maintained their "Jewish Identity"—but weren't they simultaneously worshipping Avodah Zarah??

82

Gratitude And Humility (Hakaras HaTov V)

Jan 14, 2025

37:40

Many people fail to recognize the good because they feel doing so negatively effects how they are perceived. Such people could not be more wrong.

83

A Talmud's Hesped: Rav Moshe Shapiro זצ"ל

Jan 12, 2025

48:41

Rabbi Stark speaks about the "mehalech" and greatness of his rebbi, Rav Moshe Shapiro.

84

Its ALL Torah (Chanukah)

Dec 26, 2024

39:42

What the Greeks failed to realize is that everything IS Torah.

85

From Avos To Banim (Vayeshev - Parsha Principles)

Dec 20, 2024

47:58

The difference between the Avos and the Shevatim.

86

"Mi Baal HaBABKA" (Hakaras HaTov IV)

Dec 18, 2024

37:48

The mental gymnastics we do just do deny what others do for us.

87

Yaakov: Separate And Above (Parsha Principles)

Dec 13, 2024

40:32

How Yaakov differentiated himself from everyone (including the rest of the avos)

88

Bein Adam L'Atzmo (Hakaras HaTov III)

Dec 10, 2024

47:05

Hakaras hatov is not about the one being thanked, its about the one DOING the thanking!

89

Yaakov: The Practical Application (Parsha Principles)

Dec 6, 2024

47:10

Now that we understand how Yaakov is the synthesis of the middos of Avraham and Yitzchak, the questions is how does one practically apply this concept.

90

The Obligation Of Indebtedness (Hakaras HaTov II)

Dec 3, 2024

40:20

More than just recognizing the good, one must also realize how indebted they ought to feel.

91

Yaakov: The Synthesis Of It All (Parsha Principles)

Dec 2, 2024

51:19

Avraham represents chessed and Yitzchak represents din. Yaakov though is the total integration of both of these middos and how they need to be properly balanced.

92

A Change Of Attitude (Hakaras HaTov I)

Nov 27, 2024

39:31

We have all heard about the concept of Hakaras HaTov but do we know that is is MUCH more than merely saying thanks?

93

Did The Avos Really "Invent" Tefilah? (Fundamentals)

Nov 22, 2024

1:03:01

During these parshiyos, where we discuss the avos and their introduction of tefilah, the Mashgiach explains that the connection goes much deeper than you may think.

94

The "Olam Ha'Yeshivos" (Winter Zman III)

Nov 19, 2024

42:37

The idea of Yeshiva is not limited to a physical location but rather it is a way of life.

95

The Strength Of Restraint (Vayeira - Parsha Principles)

Nov 15, 2024

45:14

Yitzchak is mentioned the least of all of the avos in the Torah, but that is precisely the trait which Yitzchak embodied.

96

Yeshiva: What It Means And How To "Do It" (Winter Zman II)

Nov 12, 2024

39:43

We all know what a "Yeshiva" is, but does anyone actually know what "yeshiva" means?

97

The Chessed Of Avraham (Parsha Principles)

Nov 8, 2024

41:34

The difference between Chessed and Rachamim and how understanding Avraham's Chessed helps one to know Hashem.

98

Welcome To Winter

Nov 7, 2024

38:41

During the long winter is precisely when one needs to understand the value of perseverance and to not quit at the first sight of disinterest.

99

Shnayim Mikra And Shabbos Hachanos (Shabbos IX)

Nov 1, 2024

39:11

We are all familiar with Shnayim Mikra v'Echad Targum but have we ever thought about it as a Hachana for Shabbos?

100

You're Blocking My View (Sukkos II)

Oct 16, 2024

28:23

Between Simchas Beis Hashoeva and the mitzvah to visit one's Rebbi over Sukkos, there seems to be a special focus on seeing the faces of tzadikim over this Yom Tov. The Mashgiach explains why.

The Rabbi Stark Podcast

הפודקאסט של הרב סטארק

More by Cedar Media Studios