The Torah Sparks Podcast

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Day 159 Pele Yoeitz - Grooming the Beard

Jan 14, 2026

5:25

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Day 158 Pele Yoeitz - Utilize the Body in Our Divine Service

Jan 13, 2026

5:28

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Day 157 Pele Yoeitz - Baal Shem Tov's Incredible Level of Control

Jan 12, 2026

6:03

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Day 156 Pele Yoeitz - Peaceful Association with Gentiles is Key

Jan 11, 2026

10:08

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Day 155 Pele Yoeitz - A Buddy System is Helpful When it Comes to Mussar

Jan 9, 2026

9:34

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Parsha Preview Shiur | Did Moshe Rabbeinu Have a Beard? (Parshas Shemos)

Jan 8, 2026

24:52

We discuss the Jewish perspective on a beard. Did Moshe Rabbeinu have a beard? Should we really Fear the Beard? Why do people stroke their beard when in doubt? And so much more!

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Day 154 Pele Yoeitz - DEFENSE Wins Championships

Jan 8, 2026

6:13

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Day 153 Pele Yoeitz - Only One Person Should be in Charge

Jan 7, 2026

5:52

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Day 152 Pele Yoeitz - The Connection Between Counting to Ten and the Greatness of Hashem

Jan 6, 2026

7:48

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Day 151 Pele Yoeitz - Different Minhagim Does Not Mean Different Religions

Jan 5, 2026

6:38

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Day 150 Pele Yoeitz - Hashem Loves Sojourners

Jan 4, 2026

5:25

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Day 149 Pele Yoeitz - Minimalism

Jan 2, 2026

5:34

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Why Do Jews Eat Gefilte Fish? (Parsha Preview Shiur)

Jan 1, 2026

25:15

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A New Year’s Message from the Apter Rav and The Problem with “Dropping the Ball”

Jan 1, 2026

7:39

Since 1908, the secular New Year has been marked by the famous “ball drop”—a moment meant to symbolize a fresh start. Yet the phrase “dropping the ball” has come to mean something very different: missed opportunities, abandoned commitments, and resolutions that don’t last.In this shiur, we explore the deeper irony of that image, especially in light of the well-known reality that many New Year’s resolutions fade quickly—so much so that the second Friday of January is often called “Quitter’s Day.”Drawing on a teaching from Reb Yaakov of Husiatin in the name of the Apter Rav, we examine the idea that January 1st can actually be a day of merit for the Jewish people—not in a spirit of judgment or comparison, but as a revealing contrast of values.While secular culture often marks new beginnings with celebration and levity, Judaism sanctifies beginnings through meaning, commitment, and connection to Hashem. Our life is not about escape from responsibility, but about deeper alignment with who we are meant to become.This shiur is not about “us versus them,” but about understanding what makes Jewish beginnings different—and how those differences can help us build lasting growth, clarity, and spiritual direction. Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos!!!#newyearseve #JewishTorah #NewBeginnings #JewishPerspective #Emunah #AvodasHashem #PersonalGrowth #TorahThoughts #MeaningfulLiving #JewishValues #SpiritualGrowth#Rabbi #LearnTorah #TorahStudy #Judaism #Jewish #Torah #Chumash #Parasha #Parsha #Parashat #Gemara #Mussar #Tefilla #Prayer

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Day 148 Pele Yoeitz - Live within Your Means

Jan 1, 2026

5:30

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Day 147 Pele Yoeitz - This World is Temporary

Dec 31, 2025

2:47

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Asara B’Teves & Reb Nosson: The Beginning of Churban vs. the Beginning of Geulah

Dec 30, 2025

16:06

Asara B’Teves marks the day Nevuchadnezar, King of Bavel, laid siege to Yerushalayim — the beginning of the Churban.But on this very same day is the yahrtzeit of Reb Nosson of Breslov (December 20, 1844), the primary talmid of Rebbe Nachman, the one who revealed and transmitted Rebbe Nachman’s redemptive Torah to the world.This is no coincidence.In this shiur, we explore the deep contrast and connection between the beginning of destruction and the beginning of geulah. Rebbe Nachman taught that his Torah is the “beginning of redemption,” and Reb Nosson embodied that message—especially on a day that represents siege, darkness, and concealment.We examine how the siege of Bavel continues today—not only through the outside world of sheker, confusion, and distraction, but through the inner siege of the yetzer hara, which tries to define us by externals, past failures, and despair.Through Breslov teachings, we uncover the nekuda tova—the inner point within every Jew that is untouchable by sin, untouched by exile, and always connected to Hashem.Asara B’Teves is not only about mourning the past—it’s about discovering where redemption truly begins.#AsaraBTeves #Breslov #RebbeNachman #RebNosson #Geulah #Churban #JewishTorah #InnerAvodah #NekudaTova #YetzerHara #Emunah #Redemption #TorahThoughts

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Day 146 Pele Yoeitz - Most People are Reincarnations!!

Dec 30, 2025

8:47

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Day 145 Pele Yoeitz - Does a Gilgul Know He's a Gilgul

Dec 29, 2025

7:01

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Day 144 Pele Yoeitz - Not Getting Too Comfortable in Galus

Dec 27, 2025

6:14

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Day 143 Pele Yoeitz - Leave the Edomite Cities

Dec 26, 2025

6:29

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Shimon Kippah (St. Peter) and the Jewish Idea of No Mediators | Parshas Vayigash

Dec 25, 2025

28:58

In this Parshas Vayigash Parsha Prevew shiur, we explore one of the most fundamental ideas in Judaism: our direct relationship with Hashem — without intermediaries, mediators, or go-betweens.The Torah opens Vayigash with the words “Vayigash eilav Yehuda” — Yehuda approaches Yosef directly. Drawing on a powerful teaching from the Kedushas Levi, we learn that when something truly matters, you don’t speak through a translator. You go face to face.Judaism teaches that every Jew can approach Hashem directly. He is our Father, and prayer, teshuvah, and connection require no mediator.From there, we explore a fascinating and lesser-known chapter of history:The mysterious legend of Shimon Kippah (also known as St. Peter)Jewish sources that suggest he may have played a role in separating early Christianity from JudaismCensored passages of the Talmud that discuss Yeshu HaNotzriHow Christianity adopted elements from pagan culture, including the origins of December 25thThis shiur is about understanding Jewish belief, Jewish history, and what makes our relationship with Hashem uniquely direct and personal.📖 “There is no mediator between a child and their Father.”#ParshasVayigash #Judaism #Torah #JewishPhilosophy #NoMediators #ShimonKippah #JewishThought #Yeshu

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Be Kind to Yourself (Parshas Vayigash)

Dec 25, 2025

7:19

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Day 142 Pele Yoeitz - Fear the Beard

Dec 25, 2025

6:10

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Day 141 Pele Yoeitz - A Good and Bad Type of Exile

Dec 23, 2025

7:41

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Day 140 Pele Yoeitz - A Good Type of Exile

Dec 23, 2025

3:51

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Day 139 Pele Yoeitz - Go Out and Learn

Dec 22, 2025

5:44

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Day 138 Pele Yoeitz - Difference Between Try and Triumph is a Little Umph

Dec 21, 2025

5:59

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Day 137 Pele Yoeitz - Stealing is Worst Than Robbery

Dec 19, 2025

7:10

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I Put Up a Car Menorah After Bondi—Because Jews Increase Light

Dec 18, 2025

4:25

In response to the Bondi Beach massacre, I chose to respond not with fear—but with light.I put up a menorah on my car (and no, I’m not Chabad) as a public declaration of Jewish pride. Not to provoke. Not to argue. But to say something simple and eternal:When darkness rises, we do not shrink.We increase light.This is the deeper message of Chanukah:מוֹסִיף וְהוֹלֵךְ — Mosif v’holich.Each night, we don’t just keep the flame alive—we add to it.The Greeks tried to extinguish Jewish light.Our enemies today try the same—through violence, intimidation, and fear.But Judaism’s answer has never been to hide.Our answer is to shine brighter.This message is for every Jew who feels shaken, unsure, or tempted to dim their identity:Now is not the time to step back.Now is the time to step forward.📣 Be proud to be Jewish.🕯️ Increase your light.✡️ Don’t let darkness set the tone.If this message resonates with you, please like, share, and comment—so this light reaches further.📘 Grab My Chanukah Book – Dove TalesA perfect gift, full of uplifting stories and meaning for the chag.👉 Buy it here: https://a.co/d/aTVRSWlSubscribe and hit the bell to see new videos!!!#IncreaseYourLight #MosifVHolich #JewishPride #ChanukahMessage #NeverAgainIsNow #bondibeach #AmYisraelChai #ProudToBeJewish #JewishStrength #RespondWithLight #FaithOverFear #JewishUnity #LightOverDarkness #StandProud #JewishIdentity #Rabbi #LearnTorah #TorahStudy #Judaism #Jewish #Torah #Chumash #Parasha #Parsha #Parashat #Gemara #Mussar #Tefilla #Prayer

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Day 136 Pele Yoeitz - Those Who Seek G-d Don't Lack Good

Dec 18, 2025

4:08

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Day 135 Pele Yoeitz - Avoiding Various Forms of Robbery

Dec 17, 2025

5:46

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Why We Light Chanukah Candles in Shul — But Still Must Light at Home

Dec 16, 2025

13:21

Why do we light Chanukah candles in shul—if no one fulfills their obligation with that lighting?A sincere question asked between Mincha and Maariv (from a Yid wearing a Chanukah kippah—so of course it had to be taken seriously 😉) opens the door to a powerful exploration of one of Chanukah’s fascinating halachos.In this 13-minute Torah class, we walk through the classic sources in Shulchan Aruch, Rema, and Mishnah Berurah, explaining why there is a minhag to light in shul for pirsumei nisa.But then we go deeper.Through a penetrating insight al derech penimiyus, and a striking passage from Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch, written during the rise of the Enlightenment, we uncover the essence of Chanukah itself: the light of Torah cannot remain confined to the beis knesses—it must be carried into our homes, our tables, and our everyday lives.Chanukah is not just about inspiration.It’s about transformation.“Shivti b’veis Hashem kol yemei…” — not only in shul, but all my days, wherever I am.This shiur is for anyone seeking to understand how the neiros of Chanukah are meant to illuminate far beyond the menorah.📘 Grab My Chanukah Book – Dove Tales, A perfect gift, full of uplifting stories and meaning for the chag.👉 Buy it here: https://a.co/d/aTVRSWlSubscribe and hit the bell to see new videos!!!#Chanukah #ChanukahLight #Torah #JewishThought #Halacha #ChanukahMessage #PirsumeiNisa #TorahClass #JewishInspiration #BringingItHome #ShulchanAruch #MishnahBerurah #RavHirsch #Penimiyus #TorahAnytime #Rabbi #LearnTorah #TorahStudy #Judaism #Jewish #Torah #Chumash #Parasha #Parsha #Parashat #Gemara #Mussar #Tefilla #Prayer

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Day 134 Pele Yoeitz - Stealing is Not a Means for Success

Dec 16, 2025

4:09

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Day 133 Pele Yoeitz - Thou Shall Not Steal

Dec 15, 2025

3:22

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Day 132 Pele Yoeitz - Judge People but Favorably

Dec 14, 2025

4:58

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Day 131 Pele Yoeitz - Haughtiness is Misguided Idealism

Dec 12, 2025

5:19

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NEVER GIVE UP HOPE — The Power of Yearning | Parshas Vayeshev & Chanukah Inspiration (Parsha Preview Shiur)

Dec 11, 2025

33:23

In this week’s shiur, we explore one of the most electrifying themes in Torah: the power of yearning.From Yaakov Avinu’s inability to be comforted over Yosef, to Rebbe Nachman’s legendary teaching of “Never give up hope,” we uncover the spiritual DNA inside every Jew — the part of us that’s still a na’ar, still searching, still asking, still alive.Yosef HaTzaddik is called a “na’ar” because he tapped into that inner childlike curiosity — the part of us that refuses to settle, that refuses to stop seeking Hashem. Deep down, Yaakov knew Yosef was alive, because deep down we all know: 🕯️ There is a spark inside us that never dies. 🕯️ A voice inside whispering, “Keep going… keep searching.”We dive into mind-blowing gematrios, a powerful vortex of Chanukah wisdom, and the Bas Ayin’s teaching that Chanukah / Chinuch means we are always beginning again. Every day is a fresh start.Most people ask: “So… what do you do?”But the Torah teaches us to ask a different question: “Mah Tevakesh?” — What are you searching for?Because those who search, says Dovid HaMelech, are the ones who taste true joy:“Yismach lev mevakshei Hashem.”You can know everything about Chanukah… and still ask: “What is Chanukah?” That is the beauty of a Yid who keeps seeking.If this shiur speaks to you, share it with someone who needs chizuk, hope, or a reminder that their spark is still burning.📘 Grab My New Chanukah Book – Dove TalesA perfect gift, full of uplifting stories and meaning for the chag.👉 Buy it here: https://a.co/d/aTVRSWl⏳ If you’re a seeker… this shiur is for you.Let your heart open. Let the spark awaken. And never stop searching.#Chanukah #Vayeshev #Emunah #NeverGiveUp #RebbeNachman #TorahShiur #JewishInspiration #Chizuk #Hope #YosefHaTzaddik #MahTevakesh #BasAyin #SpiritualGrowth #JewishLearning #Judaism #JewishLife #LightOverDarkness #Miracles #DoveTales #ChanukahGifts

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Day 130 Pele Yoeitz - Yearning for Redemption

Dec 11, 2025

4:42

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One Spark of Yosef Can Dispel All the Darkness in the World

Dec 10, 2025

15:24

We explore 3 fundamental messages from the first Rashi in Parshas Vayeshev. Here is the Amazon link to my Chanukah book, DOVE TALES: https://a.co/d/aTri2a8Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos!!!#Rabbi #LearnTorah #TorahStudy #Judaism #Jewish #Torah #Chumash #Parasha #Parsha #Parashat #Gemara #Mussar #Tefilla #Prayer

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Day 129 Pele Yoeitz - There is No Pleasure from Eating Bugs

Dec 10, 2025

5:35

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Are You STILL Jewish??!! | A Lesson from Avraham Avinu and the Dove to Live with FIRE

Dec 9, 2025

10:29

In this episode, we ask a daring a question: Are you STILL Jewish?We learn about Avraham Avinu and the Dove and their unique approach in viewing the world as spiritually on fire.We read a segment of my Chanukah book, which you can order on Amazon!Here is the Amazon link to my Chanukah book, DOVE TALES: https://a.co/d/aTri2a8

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Day 128 Pele Yoeitz - Hashgacha of YUD TES KISLEV and today's topic of Releasing Sparks of Holiness

Dec 9, 2025

9:33

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Day 125 Pele Yoeitz - First Fruits without the Temple

Dec 5, 2025

5:09

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Parsha Preview Shiur | Yaakov Avinu Took Care of His Animals...We Should Too! (Parshas Vayishlach)

Dec 4, 2025

31:39

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Day 124 Pele Yoeitz - Feed Your Kids First

Dec 4, 2025

3:33

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Gid HaNasheh & Achdus – Why Jewish Unity Is Our Greatest Strength | Deep Torah Insight

Dec 3, 2025

20:29

In this powerful and eye-opening Torah shiur, we uncover the deeper meaning behind the Isur of Gid HaNasheh (the sciatic nerve) and its profound connection to Achdus — Jewish unity.Why was Gid HaNasheh chosen as the very first negative commandment given to Klal Yisrael? How does a mitzvah of not eating create one of the strongest forces of unity among the Jewish people? And what timeless message does this mitzvah carry for our generation?✨ In this shiur, we explore:How not eating the Gid HaNasheh unifies all Jews simultaneouslyThe powerful insight of the Sefer HaChinuch — the nations may hurt us, but they can never destroy usThe deeper meaning behind the words “Gid HaNasheh” — hinting to forgetting achdusWhy the Torah is teaching us that it is forbidden to forget unityThe Ohr HaChaim’s insight that the sciatic nerve has no flavor — symbolizing that every Jew brings their own unique “flavor” to the nationA relatable and humorous insight about Jewish cookbooks and why they always seem to sell best 😄How our differences are not a weakness — they are our strengthWhy true unity doesn’t mean sameness, but rather harmony of unique colors, talents, and soulsThis shiur is a call to recognize that Achdus is not optional — it is essential for the survival, strength, and destiny of Klal Yisrael. The more we respect each other’s differences and come together as one, the greater we become.❤️ DEDICATION / SPONSORSHIPThis shiur has been generously sponsored by R’ Eli Metz as aZechus for Hatzlacha Rabba for Eliyahu Abba ben Rachel, and for a Shidduch for Nechama Bracha bas Leah Yehudis.May this Torah bring bracha, yeshuah, and great siyata d’shmaya.🎧 If this message inspired you, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to spread achdus and Torah to even more people.#GidHaNasheh#Achdus#JewishUnity#Parsha#TorahInsights#KlalYisrael#JewishInspiration#TorahShiur#SeferHaChinuch#OhrHaChaim#JewishStrength#Emunah#Shidduch#Zechus#TorahThoughts

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Day 123 Pele Yoeitz - Feed Your Animals Before You Feed Yourself

Dec 3, 2025

4:14

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Day 122 Pele Yoeitz - Share Good News

Dec 2, 2025

8:13

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The Yarhtzeit of the Bas Ayin | One Thing Can Change the World | What's Your ACHAS?

Dec 1, 2025

15:55

12 Kislev marks the yarhtzeit of the heiliga Bas Ayin, Reb Avrohom Dov Ber of Avritch, who lived from 1765-1840. In this video, we explore the miraculous story of his shul that was saved during the terrible earthquake that rocked Tzefas in 1837. We share Torah from the Bas Ayin and discover the importance of feeling prideful as part of a healthy dose of humility. Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos!!!#Rabbi #LearnTorah #TorahStudy #Judaism #Jewish #Torah #Chumash #Parasha #Parsha #Parashat #Gemara #Mussar #Tefilla #Prayer

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