The Rabbi Stark Podcast

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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.

252

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.

253

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?

254

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.

255

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.

256

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.

257

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.

258

Music 6: The Song Of Chanukah

Dec 7, 2022

38:55

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

259

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.

260

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.

261

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.

262

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.

263

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.

264

Music 2: Tugging At Your Heartstrings

Nov 10, 2022

39:01

Rabbi Stark discusses the relationship between music and emotion.

265

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.

266

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.

267

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.

268

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.

269

A Practical Guide To Teshuvah

Oct 3, 2022

34:26

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

270

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.

271

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.

272

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.

273

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.

274

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.

275

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."

276

Elul 1: Mixed Emotions

Sep 5, 2022

38:35

Elul is once again upon us and the Yamim Noraim are approaching fast. Rabbi Stark discusses what our "avoidah" is during this period.

277

Parsha Principles: This. Is. War. (Shoftim)

Sep 2, 2022

29:12

Rabbi Stark discusses the Torah's perspective on war.

278

*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 12 And 13: The Coming Of Mashiach And Techiyas HaMeisim

Aug 17, 2022

44:27

In this final installment of the Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah, the Mashgiach explains why believing in the coming of Mashiach as well as Techiyas HaMeisim is so central to our Jewish religion.

279

(Bonus Episode) Shechinah: Being Connected To Hashem

Aug 9, 2022

57:14

This bonus episode is a recording of the shiur Rabbi Stark gave on Tisha B'Av in which the Mashgiach discusses the concept of the Shechinah and how it allows us to forge a relationship with Hashem.

280

Bein Hazmanim: Life Hacks for Success

Aug 4, 2022

38:05

The Mashgiach gives practical advice for a successful bein hazmanim.

281

Tefilah 10: When Good Things Happen To Good People

Jul 27, 2022

35:44

The Mashgiach continues the Tefilah series while focusing on different areas in tefilah.

282

Tefilah 9: Connecting To The Geulah

Jul 21, 2022

37:33

Rabbi Stark picks back up the Tefilah series (which began with Episode 132 back in October of 2021) and immediately tackles the idea of how one can—and is supposed to—connect to the ultimate Geulah through their tefilah.

283

Parsha Principles: Violently Harmonious (Pinchas)

Jul 18, 2022

38:36

The Mashgiach explains how the Hebrew word of "shalom" means "harmony" as opposed to "peace" and what the difference is between them.

284

Bishvili Nivra HaOlam 5: A Man On A Mission

Jul 13, 2022

32:02

Rabbi Stark concludes the Bishvili Nivra HaOlam series by focusing on how one can accomplish, and why one must appreciate, their god given mission on this world.

285

Parsha Principles: Parah Adumah—A Matter Of Life And Death (Chukas)

Jul 6, 2022

24:56

Rabbi Stark contemplates the ideas of Tumah and Taharah, as well as their connection with the Parah Adumah.

286

Bishvili Nivra HaOlam 4: What's The Point Of "Everyone Else"?

Jul 3, 2022

34:31

If the entire world is really worth being created for each individual, as far as that person is concerned, what is the point of everyone else?

287

Parsha Principles: Propaganda And Politics (Korach)

Jun 29, 2022

33:46

The Mashgiach discusses the power of propaganda and the negative effects of being a "taker."

288

Bishvili Nivra HaOlam 3: Jealousy—The Good Type

Jun 23, 2022

34:55

Rabbi Stark explains how the motivation for all that one does might just be jealously, and why that's not that bad.

289

Parsha Principles: The Power Of Negativity (Shelach)

Jun 20, 2022

27:09

Rabbi Stark discusses the true power of speech, allowing us to understand why Lashon Hara is such a destructive force.

290

Bishvili Nivra HaOlam 2: Just Be You

Jun 15, 2022

37:18

Continuing in the theme of Bishvili Nivra HaOlam, the Mashgiach explains that for any of us to ever truly succeed, we must just be ourselves.

291

Parsha Principles: Fathoming Moshe Rabbeinu (Beha'aloscha)

Jun 12, 2022

38:59

Rabbi Stark explains why the Lashon Hara which Miriam and Aharon spoke about Moshe was so misguided.

292

Bishvili Nivra HaOlam 1: The Value Of Your Individuality

Jun 9, 2022

39:13

The gemarah, in Sanhedrin, says that each individual is required to say "the world was created for me"—but why? Why is each person's individuality and uniqueness a good enough reason for the entire world to be created?

293

Shavuos: The Ramchal And His Contribution To Matan Torah

Jun 1, 2022

37:43

With the Ramchal's "yahrzeit" this past Friday, and Shavuos right around the corner, Rabbi Stark explains the phenomenal contribution the Ramchal had to Torah "as we know it."

294

Sefiras HaOmer 4: Overcoming Jealously

May 25, 2022

39:19

In this week's Sefiras HaOmer schmooze, Rabbi Stark talks about jealousy and how to avoid falling for its trap.

295

Parsha Principles: Why Is Olam Haba Not Explicitly Mentioned In The Torah? (Bechukosai)

May 23, 2022

47:51

Rabbi Stark analyzes Parshas Bechukosai and the amazing lessons contained within.

296

Sefiras HaOmer 3: (Lag BaOmer) Revealing Our Hidden Greatness

May 18, 2022

42:20

Today, Lag BaOmer, Rabbi Stark explains how we can access our true greatness.

297

Parsha Principles: The Clarity Of Rabbi Akiva (Behar)

May 17, 2022

38:08

The Mashgiach explains Rabbi Akiva's perspective and view of the world.

298

Sefiras HaOmer 2: "Healthy" Competition

May 13, 2022

37:34

Continuing in the theme of Sefiras HaOmer, the Mashgiach discusses the idea of "healthy" competition.

299

Parsha Principles: Sefiras HaOmer (Emor)

May 8, 2022

40:15

Rabbi Stark discusses the concept of Sefiras HaOmer and its connection to this weeks Parsha of Emor.

300

Sefiras HaOmer 1: Peace vs Harmony

May 5, 2022

33:23

Understanding the difference between peace and harmony, and analyzing the shortcoming of R' Akiva's 24,000 talmidim.

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