The Rabbi Stark Podcast

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Invited By Your "Guests" (Sukkos)

Oct 13, 2024

39:13

Sukkos is the synthesis of the things we committed to work on during the Yamim Noraim and how the Ushpizin help us to accomplish them.

102

Trust The "Busha" (Aseres Yemei Teshuvah)

Oct 8, 2024

44:16

We all want to improve but what can we do and where do we even start?

103

An Emotional Rollercoaster (Rosh Hashanah)

Oct 1, 2024

38:42

Many of us may experience an emotional rollercoaster over Rosh Hashanah but really it should be a day of "simcha" and rejoicing.

104

Explained (2 of 2): The Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim

Sep 30, 2024

27:31

Just like the child who dumps a bowl of meatballs of their face, the "schmutz" makes them cuter. So too we want Hashem to view our sins in a way which endears us to him.

105

Explained: The Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim (Elul IV)

Sep 30, 2024

44:34

Just like the child who dumps a bowl of meatballs of their face, the "schmutz" makes them cuter. So too we want Hashem to view our sins in a way which endears us to him.

106

Lo BaShamayim (Nitzavim - Parsha Principles)

Sep 27, 2024

40:55

How do we reconcile diametrically opposed opinions in the Torah and how does the fact that Torah is not "in the heavens" answer this question?

107

Process Over Perfection (Elul III)

Sep 24, 2024

39:40

Especially in Elul, when we are all trying to strive for perfection, it is important to remember it is the journey itself which allows one to truly grow.

108

The Pursuit Of Simcha (Ki Savo - Parsha Principles)

Sep 20, 2024

48:23

The Torah in this week's parsha says that the curses listed in the Tochacha will come if one fails to serve Hashem with "simcha"—what is simcha and aren't there worse sins one can do?

109

Chasing Greatness (Elul II)

Sep 17, 2024

32:31

If you ever want to change and become great you can't wait for "greatness" to find its way to you, you need to get out there and chase it!

110

Tackling Shiluach Hakan (Ki Teitzei - Parsha Principles)

Sep 13, 2024

35:59

We all know Shiluach Hakan is a "chok" but is there any explanation which can help us understand the reasoning behind it?

111

Harotzeh B'Tshuvah, The "Chiddush" Of Elul (Elul I)

Sep 11, 2024

33:20

Every single relationship in existence has a point which, if passed, there is no coming back from. Except for one, our relationship with Hashem.

112

Am Segulah: Above The Zodiac (Shoftim - Parsha Principles)

Sep 6, 2024

38:08

The Torah perspective on witchcraft, astrological signs, and what it means to be "The Am Segulah."

113

Fingernails And Shabbos Details (Shabbos VIII)

Aug 29, 2024

35:49

What does the cutting of one's nails have to do with Shabbos? The deep connection may surprise you. . .

114

Yom Shekulo Shabbos Prep (Shabbos VII)

Aug 19, 2024

36:44

What does it mean to truly "prepare" for Shabbos, as well as for yom shekulo shabbos?

115

The Rabbi Akiva Perspective

Aug 8, 2024

30:40

How and why Rabbi Akiva was so unique in his world view.

116

Slow Down And "Shabbos" (Shabbos VI)

Aug 6, 2024

28:30

In this final Shabbos segment the Mashgiach discusses what it means to "just Shabbos."

117

The Shabbos Connection (Shabbos V)

Jul 31, 2024

38:01

Approaching Shabbos from a different perspective can allow one to have an incredible connection with it, as well as with Hashem.

118

Pinchas, Shabbos, And The Bris Shalom (Pinchas - Parsha Principles)

Jul 26, 2024

45:41

The reward for Pinchas' seemingly vicious act was the bris shalom. What does "shalom" mean and how does that even work?

119

Don't "Steal" Shabbos, "Feel" It (Shabbos IV)

Jul 24, 2024

39:11

Understanding Shabbos so we can take advantage of all it has to offer.

120

The Beis Medresh Of Bilam (Balak - Parsha Principles)

Jul 19, 2024

49:45

Bilam had so much potential (perhaps rivaling even that of Moshe Rabbeinu) yet he ended up being of the worst people in history.

121

Get In The Zone—Shabbos Zone (Shabbos III)

Jul 16, 2024

40:21

How to raise Shabbos from merely a "time" to a "place".

122

Hitting The Rock: The Rambam's Perspective (Chukas - Parsha Principles)

Jul 12, 2024

45:37

Moshe hitting the rock conveyed a false message from Hashem to Klal Yisroel and that is why hitting the rock was such a grave sin.

123

V'karasa L'Shabbos "Oneg" (Shabbos II)

Jul 11, 2024

42:43

What is the true joy/pleasure we are privy to on Shabbos?

124

L'Shem Shamayim (Korach - Parsha Principles)

Jul 5, 2024

45:03

Why does it actually matter if a disagreement is "l'shem shamayim" or not?

125

Shabbos Shabbos Yom Menuchah (Shabbos I)

Jul 4, 2024

36:30

The Mashgiach begins a new series on Shabbos, starting with what is the great "menuchah" (rest) one experiences over Shabbos.

126

Seeing Wrong (Shelach - Parsha Principles)

Jun 28, 2024

58:58

Rabbi Stark discusses how many times our perception of what we're seeing is totally incorrect and may be the cause of a lot of our issues and suffering.

127

Moshe Rabbeinu: The Greatest Navi Of All Time (Beha'aloscha - Parsha Principles)

Jun 21, 2024

36:11

Why nevuas Moshe Rabbeinu was utterly unique.

128

A Healthy Sense Of Self

Jun 19, 2024

36:59

The Mashgiach discusses the importance of a healthy sense of self, and the dangers of an unhealthy one.

129

The Balanced Nazir (Nasso - Parsha Principles)

Jun 14, 2024

55:08

Is being a Nazir a good thing or a bad thing? The Mashgiach discusses why its not so clear and what the concept of being a Nazir represents.

130

Flags And Numbers (Bamidbar - Parsha Principles)

Jun 9, 2024

47:02

Is being a "number" a good thing or a bad thing?

131

The Torah Is Awesome—Here Is A Steak (Shavuos)

Jun 6, 2024

45:21

Are we being dishonest when we put honey on the Aleph Bais letters so a young child can experience the sweetness of Torah?

132

Olam Haba And Olam Hazeh (Bechukosai - Parsha Principles)

Jun 2, 2024

38:30

Rabbi Stark discusses Olam Haba and why it is never mentioned in the written Torah.

133

Torah: A Program For Growth (Sefiras HaOmer)

May 29, 2024

35:17

Torah is all about getting you to change and develop into who you are really supposed to be.

134

Kabbalah, The Zohar, And Common Misconceptions (Lag BaOmer)

May 24, 2024

57:04

Many people don't understand what Kabbalah and the Zohar are, and those who think they do are often mistaken. The Mashgiach sets the record straight.

135

Middos Brings The Torah Close (Sefiras HaOmer)

May 23, 2024

32:49

The Mashgiach goes through various middos and explains how and why they bring one closer to Torah.

136

Sfas Emes: The Korban Omer Explained (Emor - Parsha Principles)

May 17, 2024

41:34

The Mashgiach explains a Sfas Emes which describes the Korban Omer and how it shows that everything in this world—when "done right"—brings one closer to Hashem.

137

Why Torah Requires Middos (Sefiras HaOmer)

May 15, 2024

34:40

Rabbi Stark shares why good Middos are a prerequisite to succeed in learning Torah.

138

Yiddishkeit: A Cut Above

May 10, 2024

33:22

The Mashgiach explains what Yiddishkeit is in relation to all the other nations.

139

Yetzias Mitzrayim Then. Yetzias Mitzrayim Now. (Pesach I)

Apr 15, 2024

23:32

What was Yetzias Mitzrayim and what does it mean to us today?

140

Take Some Responsibility

Apr 9, 2024

40:02

The Mashgiach explains how taking responsibility for the things you do/don't do is the key to success.

141

Why Purim Absolutely Rocks (Adar II)

Mar 20, 2024

40:02

We all know Purim is just the absolute best, but its time we have a mature understanding of why and what opportunity the day brings.

142

Marbim B'Simcha: How—And Why? (Adar I)

Mar 14, 2024

42:48

How exactly is one "marbim b'simcha" when Adar begins—and why already from Adar's start?

143

Hazorim B'dimah B'rinah Yiktzoru (Shovavim)

Feb 21, 2024

56:09

Rabbi Stark discusses the problem with marijuana. Spoiler alert—its not what you think.

144

"Achrayos Macht Gadlus" (Shovavim II - Mishkan Shmuel)

Feb 7, 2024

28:51

What makes an individual great is not merely the fact that they do or don't do something. Rather, it is the "achrayos of greatness" which they place upon themselves.

145

"The Process" Is A Feature, Not A Bug (Yisro - Parsha Principles)

Feb 2, 2024

48:50

Yisro's journey—which culminated in him finding Hashem—is what is so impressive about him and should not be swept under the rug.

146

Don't Be A Cat In A Hat (Shovavim I - Mishkan Shmuel)

Feb 1, 2024

37:10

The Mashgiach gives a schmooze on the topic of Shovavim and explains how we need to better ourselves—not merely because we "have to" but rather because we "want to gain" what a life of spirituality has to offer.

147

Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל: Reflecting On The Loss Of A Gadol Hador

Feb 1, 2024

34:54

The Mashgiach speaks about the greatness of the "Mashgiach Hador" Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל and shares some of his Torah insights with us.

148

The Next Step: Mishkan Shmuel

Feb 1, 2024

29:39

149

"Shuvu Banim Shovavim"

Feb 1, 2024

33:02

With the parshiyos of "Shovavim" beginning once again the Mashgiach discusses what the avoda is during these weeks.

150

The Next Step: Mishkan Shmuel

Jan 25, 2024

29:39

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