The Rabbi Stark Podcast

201

Rack Of Lamb, At The Very Least (Shavuos)

May 24, 2023

38:52

We only enjoy the things we can relate to. Let's relate to Torah.

202

Counting Stars (Bamidbar - Parsha Principles)

May 19, 2023

25:46

What is "mass individuality" and why should I care?

203

Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road? (Sefiras HaOmer IV)

May 17, 2023

33:37

Jokes are an important tool which can bring us closer to one another, but can also drive us apart if used improperly.

204

Your Ticket To Connection (A Sefiras HaOmer Special)

May 12, 2023

29:11

Why the Yehi Ratzon after one counts sefira focuses on "removing negatives" as opposed to "increasing positives."

205

Not My Problem, Or Is It? (Sefiras HaOmer III)

May 11, 2023

35:33

Why the well-being of another Jew is something that should be important to you.

206

"The Zohar" And Kabbalah (Lag BaOmer)

May 9, 2023

27:16

Rebbi Shimon Bar Yochai was the author of The Zohar but what is The Zohar and what even is Kabbalah?

207

REVEALED: The "Middos" Of Sefiras HaOmer (A Sefiras HaOmer Special)

May 5, 2023

28:19

Rabbi Stark reveals the ideas behind the various middos of the days and weeks of Sefiras HaOmer and explains how they are expressions of Torah psychology.

208

Carrying The Burden Of A Friend (Sefiras HaOmer II)

May 3, 2023

40:57

What does it mean to be Nosei B’ol Im Chaveiro?

209

Holy, You Shall Be (Kedoshim - Parsha Principles)

Apr 28, 2023

23:41

What does it mean to "be holy" and is this a mitzvah or something else entirely?

210

Torah + Middos (Sefiras HaOmer I)

Apr 27, 2023

42:22

During this time of Sefiras HaOmer, the Mashgiach explains why Middos are necessary to excel in Torah.

211

Torah + Middos (Sefiras HaOmer I)

Apr 26, 2023

29:19

During this time of Sefiras HaOmer, the Mashgiach explains why Middos are necessary to excel in Torah.

212

"Poseach Es Yadecha U'Masbia L'Chol Chai Ratzon" (Tefilah 13)

Apr 19, 2023

46:06

Explaining this verse and Ashrei's connection with Birchas Hamazon.

213

Rx: Ashrei By Mouth 3x Daily (Tefilah 12)

Apr 9, 2023

26:11

Rabbi Stark expounds upon the power of Ashrei and the effects of saying it properly.

214

Questions And Connection (Pesach)

Apr 2, 2023

33:59

Rabbi Stark explains why on Pesach, in particular, there is a special focus on asking questions.

215

Ashrei And Olam Haba (Tefilah 11)

Mar 27, 2023

30:16

The Mashgiach examines Ashrei and explains why one who says it 3x daily is called a "ben Olam Haba."

216

LIVE FROM ROME: The Greatest Compliment

Mar 20, 2023

20:31

The Mashgiach—on the Senter's Europe Trip—gives a schmooze live from Rome on Yoshke, Christianity, and where they went wrong.

217

Chet HaEigel, Explained (Ki Sisa - Parsha Principles)

Mar 10, 2023

56:26

The Mashgiach explains, on a very deep level, the sin of the Golden Calf and how it manifests itself today and throughout all of Jewish history.

218

Remember The Future (Purim III / Parshas Zachor - Parsha Principles)

Mar 3, 2023

52:32

The Mashgiach clarifies the idea and purpose of Parshas Zachor.

219

Escaping The Matrix (Purim II)

Mar 2, 2023

39:41

The Mashgiach analysis the idea of getting drunk on Purim and the value in doing so.

220

Does Hashem Really Need A Home? (Terumah - Parsha Principles)

Feb 24, 2023

44:30

The Mashgiach explains the purpose of the Mishkan.

221

What A Random Holiday (Purim I)

Feb 23, 2023

45:43

Rabbi Stark discusses Amalek and their world view and the celebration of the Purim holiday.

222

Extra! Extra! Read All About It! (Yisro - Parsha Principles)

Feb 10, 2023

44:38

Who was Yisro and what was so great about what he did?

223

The Mystery Of The Manna (Beshalach - Parsha Principles)

Feb 3, 2023

40:23

The lesson of Parshas Beshalach is to understand one's mission in life. Rabbi Stark explains how this idea is conveyed through the Manna.

224

"The Message" And Shovavim (Bo - Parsha Principles)

Jan 27, 2023

53:55

Rabbi Stark connects the idea of Shovavim with the "message" of creation; and how it all ties into the Jew's exodus from Egypt.

225

Shovavim And Speech (Va'eira - Parsha Principles)

Jan 20, 2023

53:20

The Mashgiach discusses how powerful speech really is, why it is something to work on during this period of Shovavim, and how it relates to Parshas Va'eira.

226

Remember The Name (Shemos - Parsha Principles)

Jan 13, 2023

45:19

Parshas Shemos kicks off the concept of Shovavim. Rabbi Stark explains what exactly "Shovavim" is.

227

Bring The Action

Jan 4, 2023

40:52

Now that the value of routine has been established, how does one implement all their grand ideas and put them into action.

228

The Excitement Of Routine

Dec 28, 2022

34:56

Creating a daily routine is integral to individual growth, but how does one infuse that otherwise "boring" routine with excitement?

229

Parsha Principles: A Mother's Intuition (Mikeitz)

Dec 23, 2022

37:52

Rabbi Stark discusses how Rachel and Leah built their homes in a way which prepared for the Mashiachs which would one day emerge from each of their bloodlines.

230

Yehudah v Yosef: Dawn Of Mashiach (Vayigash - Parsha Principles)

Dec 30, 2022

41:58

Rabbi Stark discusses the beginning of the ongoing dispute between Yosef and Yehudah and what the ultimate "answer" is.

231

Parsha Principles: Houses Of Dragon (Vayeshev)

Dec 16, 2022

38:09

The Mashgiach explores the distinct traits of our Imahos and how they shaped the houses which they subsequently built.

232

Chanukah 1: Its About The Relationship (Not The Results)

Dec 14, 2022

36:47

The lesson of Chanukah is to build a relationship with Hashem and not to merely study Hashem's works.

233

Music 6: The Song Of Chanukah

Dec 7, 2022

38:55

The Mashgiach intertwines the concept of music and the yom tov of Chanukah.

234

Parsha Principles: The Good Wife (Vayeitzei)

Dec 4, 2022

41:25

Rabbi Stark explains, while men typically have the "energy" to accomplish amazing things it is ONLY through the power of great women who ensure that the "energy" is properly channeled.

235

Music 5: David Hamelech, Master Musician

Dec 1, 2022

40:05

In this final schmooze of the Music series, Rabbi Stark discusses David Hamelech and how music was such an important part of his identity.

236

Music 4: Influencer 101

Nov 23, 2022

38:33

Rabbi Stark contemplates the idea of being an "influencer" and "goin viral" and what that means in the context of Yiddishkeit.

237

Music 3: The Soundtrack Of Your Life

Nov 16, 2022

40:38

The Mashgiach explains how we all have a soundtrack in our lives and the power it holds.

238

Parsha Principles: Like Father, Like Son? (Vayeira)

Nov 11, 2022

47:19

The Mashgiach explains how Avraham and Yitzchok were "imperfectly" perfect and how their distinct personalities complemented each other flawlessly.

239

Music 2: Tugging At Your Heartstrings

Nov 10, 2022

39:01

Rabbi Stark discusses the relationship between music and emotion.

240

Parsha Principles: Avraham, The Motivation For Creation (Lech Lecha)

Nov 4, 2022

41:08

Rabbi Stark explains the greatness of Avraham and how he was unique—even amongst the Avos.

241

Music 1: An Emotional Journey

Nov 2, 2022

36:21

The Mashgiach begins an updated and redeveloped version of the "Music" series, keeping up with the ever changing musical landscape.

242

Parsha Principles: Noach Was A Big Tazdik (Noach)

Nov 1, 2022

23:59

Rabbi Stark discusses what does it mean that Noach was a "Tzadik" and why he wasn't the father of the Jewish nation.

243

Sukkos: Bridging The Gap

Oct 7, 2022

25:02

Rabbi Stark discusses the Yom Tov of Sukkos and the relevance of the sukkah in particular—how and why it connects us to an elevated relationship with Hashem. For additional Sukkos content see episodes 26, 64, 65, 66 and 130.

244

A Practical Guide To Teshuvah

Oct 3, 2022

34:26

The Masgiach gives some practical tips and ideas how one can succeed at "teshuvah."

245

Yom Kippur: The Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim

Sep 30, 2022

49:03

Rabbi Stark explains the "secret power" of the yud gimmel middos harachamim and how it is activated.

246

Rosh Hashanah: A Higher Level Of Existence

Sep 21, 2022

34:53

The Mashgiach explains the idea behind the symbolic gestures on Rosh Hashanah and what the key takeaway is.

247

The Yamim Noraim Shemoneh Esrei 2

Sep 19, 2022

45:46

The Mashgiach continues scrutinizing the Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Shemoneh Esrei and offers simple "pshat" in the words said.

248

Elul 3: Afraid Of Yourself

Sep 15, 2022

35:17

Rabbi Stark expresses how one should not be afraid of their growth and how reaching the next level is one being true to themselves.

249

The Yamim Noraim Shemoneh Esrei 1

Sep 12, 2022

40:04

Rabbi Stark opens a machzor and examines the Shemoneh Esrei said on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, in order for one to gain a better understating of the tefilah said on these high holy days.

250

Elul 2: The Point Of No Return

Sep 7, 2022

38:45

The Mashgiach explains how the purpose of Elul is for one to realize that Hashem will never forsake them and that we can never reach "the point of no return."

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