The Rabbi Stark Podcast

251

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.

252

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.

253

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."

254

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.

255

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.

256

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

Mar 3, 2023

52:32

The Mashgiach clarifies the idea and purpose of Parshas Zachor.

257

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.

258

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

Feb 24, 2023

44:30

The Mashgiach explains the purpose of the Mishkan.

259

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.

260

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?

261

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.

262

"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.

263

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.

264

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.

265

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.

266

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?

267

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.

268

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.

269

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.

270

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.

271

Music 6: The Song Of Chanukah

Dec 7, 2022

38:55

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

272

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.

273

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.

274

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.

275

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.

276

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.

277

Music 2: Tugging At Your Heartstrings

Nov 10, 2022

39:01

Rabbi Stark discusses the relationship between music and emotion.

278

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.

279

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.

280

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.

281

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.

282

A Practical Guide To Teshuvah

Oct 3, 2022

34:26

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

283

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.

284

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.

285

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.

286

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.

287

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.

288

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."

289

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.

290

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

Sep 2, 2022

29:12

Rabbi Stark discusses the Torah's perspective on war.

291

*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.

292

(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.

293

Bein Hazmanim: Life Hacks for Success

Aug 4, 2022

38:05

The Mashgiach gives practical advice for a successful bein hazmanim.

294

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.

295

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.

296

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.

297

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.

298

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.

299

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?

300

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."

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