The Torah Sparks Podcast

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Yiddel and The Band (Lech Lecha)

Oct 14, 2021

10:46

Quite often, you will listen to a song and have a hard time actually hearing and understanding the lyrics. In this week's podcast episode, we go through the lyrics from "The Band" by Abie Rotenberg and show its message in association with the Parshah, Parshas Lech Lecha. Tune in to find more Torah Sparks and discover a fascinating insight into the meaning of "Lech Lecha" - Go towards the Letter "Chaf".Powered by: TYA of Baltimore

552

Slow Down (Noach)

Oct 7, 2021

12:08

In a world that was running from pleasure to pleasure, Noach found the fortitude to walk with G-d. In this week's podcast, we discuss the imperative nature of slowing down in the fast paced lifestyle of today's society.To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

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Shabbos on Mt. Everest (Bereishis)

Sep 30, 2021

11:02

How do people trek up 29,035 feet to the summit of Mt. Everest? Simple. They need to acclimatize to the changes in air pressure. This is a basic survival skill. The same is true in the grand scheme of life. Successful people know how and when to acclimatize and put a breaks on the hustle and bustle of life. In this week's podcast, we speak about the 7th day of Creation, the holy Shabbos.To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

554

The Dirty Welcome Mat (Vzos Habracha/Shemini Atzeres/Simchas Torah)

Sep 27, 2021

13:55

In this episode, we tip our hats to all of the Welcome Mats of the world, who despite getting dirty time and time again, always are there to welcome us into the home. How does this all connect to Parshas Vzos Habracha and the Second Days of Sukkos? I invite you to check out this week's Torah Sparks podcast.To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

555

Knock Knock I'm Here (Yom Kippur/Haazinu)

Sep 14, 2021

10:54

What are we doing when we knock on our chests, the seat of our hearts, literally hundreds of times during Yom Kippur? There is a part of us - deep inside - waiting to unleash itself and express its holy vibes to the world. Tune in to this week's Torah Sparks to find out more and listen to a chilling yet epic story with one of the students of the Ramban who became an apostate. To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

556

Five-Year-Old Genius (Vayelech)

Sep 9, 2021

9:56

Curious how a little 5 year old girl was able to put the entire world back together? Wondering what this last sentence even means? Tune in to this week's Torah Sparks podcast to find out. Also, there is a lot to learn from our great leader, Moshe Rabbeinu. But what life lesson did he teach us on his very last day? Enjoy the podcast.If you don't mind, please take the few seconds to rate and review this podcast, as it can really go a long way:) To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

557

Nothing Like the Present (Nitzavim/Rosh Hashanah)

Sep 2, 2021

13:30

Studies have shown that on average, people check their phones a mindboggling 58 times a day (mostly during work hours)! How often, though, do we check ourselves - internally - for any updates? ... awkward head scratch ... Tune in to this week's Torah Sparks to hear some inspiration for the upcoming holiday of Rosh Hashanah and how the "stay apparatus" mechanism in animals keeps them standing while sleeping.If you don't mind, please take the few seconds to rate and review this podcast, as it can really go a long way:) To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

558

The Crunchy Leaf (Ki Savo)

Aug 25, 2021

12:35

Is there anything more pleasurable in life then stepping on that perfectly crunchable dead leaf? How can we take inspiration from the crispiness of a Pringle chip? The word happy comes from the Latin root word hap, which means luck, chance, and fortune. Is this the Jewish approach to happiness? Tune in to this week's Torah Sparks podcast to find out the answer to these questions and more.If you don't mind, please take the few seconds to rate and review this podcast, as it can really go a long way:) To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

559

Instant Hot Noodle Soup (Ki Setzei)

Aug 18, 2021

13:42

One of the biggest debates in the world at large is whether or not it is called noodles or pasta. But whichever side of the aisle you reside on, we can all agree that Instant Hot Noodle Soups are the "lazy" way to go. However, in this podcast episode, we unearth a fascinating insight and life lesson from those Instant Hot Noodle Soups. What does this all have to do with the Neshama - the lofty soul - that dwells within each of us? And what does this have to do with Teshuva - repentance? Tune it to find out:)This week's podcast is sponsored by my friends at Gabe and Rubens Jewelers. They sell amazingly priced diamond jewelry. You guys should check them out on Instagram @gabeandrubensjewelry or call Itzik Golfeiz directly at 410-258-1583.To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

560

Double Bunker (Shoftim)

Aug 11, 2021

14:18

What is something that offers more protection than the Department of Homeland Security during a presidential visit? Tune in to this week's Torah Sparks podcast to find out! I will give you a hint, though. It rhymes with Elul and Torah:)To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

561

The Peekaboo Rhino (Re'eh)

Aug 3, 2021

10:06

For the last 2,000 years, Hashem has been playing a long game of "peekaboo" with us. We are waiting until the ultimate day when He will remove His Hands from His Face and reveal His true identity. The world will be restored to calm, peace, and tranquility. Tune in to this week's Torah Sparks podcast to find out more!To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comIf you like this podcast, please feel free to rate and review. And don't hesitate to share it with others who may enjoy;)Powered by: TYA of Baltimore

562

The Yellow "O" in Google (Ekev)

Jul 28, 2021

16:01

How much wood does a woodchuck actually chuck? Find out the actual answer by tuning in to this week's Torah Sparks podcast. We learn a fascinating life lesson from woodchucks as well as from Steve Jobs and his epic story with the second yellow "o" in Google. And yes, all of this connects with the everlasting message of "Ekev".To stay up to date on these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

563

The World's Greatest Prank (Vaeschanan)

Jul 21, 2021

17:43

Tune in to find out how the Payless shoe company pranked the world when they set up shop in a fancy California boutique. We continue to discuss the value in associating with greater people. You don't want to miss a mindboggling vort from the Baal Shem Tov and an understanding about the holy mitzvah of Mezuzah.To stay up to date in these podcasts, have access to blog posts, or submit your own "sparks," visit www.torahsparks.comPowered by: TYA of Baltimore

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Championship Merch and Associating with Greatness (Devarim)

Jul 14, 2021

16:10

Have you ever wondered where all the merchandise from the losing championship team goes? Tune in to Torah Sparks to find out the answer to this question as well as to gain an insight into what GREATNESS is.Powered by: TYA of BaltimoreCheck out the Torah Sparks website at www.torahsparks.com

565

The Harvard of All Countries (Matos/Masei)

Jul 8, 2021

11:56

Do you know how many times Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said the words "I have a dream" in his famous speech in August of 1963? In this week's Torah Sparks podcast, we reveal the answer to this question, and we talk about dream of Moshe Rabbeinu to live in Israel as well as the decision of Gad and Reuvein to NOT live in Israel. Powered by: TYA of BaltimoreCheck out the new Torah Sparks website at www.torahsparks.com.Submit your inspirational spark by going to the Got Sparks tab in the website.

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I'm a "Yisroel" and Proud (Pinchas)

Jun 30, 2021

13:06

If you are a Yisroel, you probably wonder what goes through the Kohen's mind as he confidently walks up to the Bima to get his unique Aliyah. In this Torah Sparks episode, we talk about getting Aliyos in shul and how the holy "Yisroel" mentality is fundamentally imperative in Judaism. We come to the stark realization that holiness can be found even in the seemingly mundane.Check out TorahSparks.com and don't forget to submit your inspirational video on the Got Sparks tab. Your video submission will be featured on our website. #SpreadTheSparkPowered by: TYA

567

The Stressful Kitchen Fan (Balak)

Jun 24, 2021

14:39

The word "stress" makes you stressed, right? Left. But I guarantee you having the kitchen fan on is by far the most stressful thing in the world. In this episode of Torah Sparks, we talk about stress and the importance of finding Hashem despite all of life's ambient noise.Check out the new TorahSparks.com website. Powered by: TYA

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7-Mile Bags and Change ft. Moshe Boehm (Chukas)

Jun 16, 2021

13:48

In today's episode, Ori shares an exclusive interview with Moshe Boehm, Vice President of 7-Mile Market about the dramatic change from their iconic blue bags. Wondering how this all connects to the Parah Adumah? Tune in to hear an amazing insight from the Noam Elimelech and the importance of change!

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Ping Pong Strings (Korach)

Jun 10, 2021

6:35

Wait, is it Ping Pong, Table Tennis, or Whif Whaff? In this episode we discuss how painful it is to be a spectator in the game of Ping Pong, and how Korach - on his level - "messed up" in this regard.

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