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Ep.68-Parshas Vayeishev-Communication Is The Key

Dec 8, 2023

25:10

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of good communication. He brings down a lesson from the brothers hatred of Yosef(Joseph) and how communication could have possibly solved their grievances. He also brings out the connection between Parshas Vayeishev and Chanukah. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com

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Parshas Vayeishev-Rebroadcast

Dec 3, 2023

24:25

In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses why the Torah is so "hard" on Yaakov when he wanted to settle down and enjoy tranquility. Was their something flawed in Yaakov's atitude? Also, he talks about the "Jewish Spirit". How we need to keep our heads high even in the darkest of times.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.67-Parshas Vayishlach- Your Worst Enemy Is Your Best Friend

Dec 1, 2023

21:34

In this week's episode Rabb Kohn takes a lesson from the Parsha on how your best friend can be your worst enemy and your worst enemy can be your best friend. He also discusses the importance of being sensitive to anotjers feelings when you need to reject someone. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com

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Parshas Vayishlach-Rebroadcast 2022

Nov 26, 2023

23:17

How enthusiastic are you when it comes to mitzvos? Do you show the same level of excitement for spirituality as you do for your favorite sports team? In this week's Practical Parsha Podact Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson from Yaakov on having the right atitude when it comes to serving G-D.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.66-Parshas Vayaitzai-What We Do For Love

Nov 24, 2023

20:38

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about what we do for love. How the 7 years of Yaakov(Jacob) working for Rachel seemed like a few days. He asks how this is so as it is well known that when people are in "love" the time apart seems like eternity. He brings out a few practical lessons on true love and putting situations in perspective. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com

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Parshas Vayeitzei-Rebroadcast 2022

Nov 19, 2023

18:54

Have you heard of Jacob's Ladder? Did you ever hear an explanation to its significance? In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how Jacob's ladder symbolizes our spiritual movement and growth in our lives. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.65-Parshas Toldos-Being Yourself

Nov 17, 2023

20:45

In this week's episode of the Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses how we learn from Yitzchak be become yourself. How we must all learn to find ourselves and not just follo the crowd.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com

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Parshas Toldos-Rebroadcast

Nov 15, 2023

18:50

In This week's episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the atitude we need to have when it comes to our "real decisions". When faced with a question of physical vs spiritual what wins out? How do we view our material needs vs our spiritual? He also discusses a lesson from the Parsha on not giving up.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.64-Parshas Chayei Sarah-Learning To Listen

Nov 10, 2023

24:28

In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn learns an important lesson in listening from the story of Abraham and Efron the Hittite. How Abraham knew how to hear what was really being said and read between the lines. He also discusses the Midrash from this week's Parsha which says that "the conversations of the servants of the Patriachs is more beautiful than the Torah of their children". How the story of Eliezer and Rivkah shows us the meaning of this Midrash.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Chayei Sarah-Rebroadcast

Nov 6, 2023

24:44

How do we deal with regret? How should we feel after we do something good and it does not turn out as planned? In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the proper attitude when it comes to the decisions we have made. Additionally, he gives two big insights into relationships and true love. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.63-Parshas Vayaira- Real Moral Clarity

Nov 3, 2023

22:16

In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the only way one can have moral clarity. The true way to know if something is wrong or right. Through the lessons of Avraham we see how we can make sure we are on the right side of history. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Ep.62-Parshas Lech Lecha- When The Going Gets Tough

Oct 27, 2023

20:19

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we learn an important lesson on dedication from Lot. How the challenge of following G-D is not when it is easy but rather when it is hard.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Lech Lecha -Rebroadcast

Oct 23, 2023

22:15

How do you know if G-D loves you? Does challenge in your life mean that G-D hates you or loves you? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn shows how tests are a way that G-D shows us his love. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.61-Parshas Noach- To Believe and Not Believe

Oct 20, 2023

20:03

In this week's podcast Rabbi Kohn talks about a fascinating Rashi on the Parsha which says that Noach "beleived but did not believe". What does this mean? How do we understand this cryptic statement of Rashi and what lesson can we derive from it? Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Noach-Rebroadcast

Oct 15, 2023

21:36

What is the secret to greatness? How do we become amazing people? In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn brings a lesson from Parshas Noach on how we become great. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.60-Parshas Bereishis- Let There Be Light

Oct 13, 2023

18:50

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn shares his thoughts about the current events in Israel and gives a positive message of inspiration from the Parsha that ties into the current situation. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Bereishis-Rebroadcast

Oct 12, 2023

19:11

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn showcases his cantorial skills with a rendition of a classic Simchas Torah song and the story and lesson behind it. He also explains the significance of the Torah being a "Morasha"(heritage) for each and every Jew and what that means. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Ep.59-Parshas Vezos Habracha-Better Than Heaven

Oct 6, 2023

23:16

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn showcases his cantorial skills with a rendition of a classic Simchas Torah song and the story and lesson behind it. He also explains the significance of the Torah being a "Morasha"(heritage) for each and every Jew and what that means. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Vezos Habracha-Rebroadcast

Oct 3, 2023

13:33

Mazel tov! We have completed the Torah. What is the excitement of finishing the cycle of reading the Torah? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses an idea that makes Judaism unique and how it ties into the last parsha of the Torah.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.58-Parshas Haazinu-Living By Example

Sep 22, 2023

21:57

In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of living by example. The only way we can expect people to respect us is if we act with respect to others. He also disusses how the ways of Hashem our perfect and when we internilize this we live happier lives. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Ep.57-Parshas Nitzavim-Vayeilech- Intellect Over Emotion

Sep 8, 2023

26:17

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson fromthe Parsha on the importance of not letting our emotions overpower our intellect when it comes to the service of G-D and how it ties into Rosh Hashanah. He also discusses the concept how everything can be a blessing or a curse depending on how we handle it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Nitzavim-Rebroadcast

Sep 4, 2023

17:29

What does the last Parsha of the year have to do with new beginings? What messages can we take from it as we head into the new year? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the connection to Rosh Hashanah and the lesson we can take. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.56-Parshas Ki Savo-613 Problems Or 613 Mitzvos?

Sep 1, 2023

20:31

In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses the mitzvah of Bikkurim(first fruits) and the lessons we learn when it comes to our heart in our mitzvos. He relates a piece of Talmud that connects to this weeks Parsha and how it gives us a lesson on outlook. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Ki Savo-Rebroadcast

Aug 28, 2023

20:08

In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the mitzah of Bikkurim(first fruits) and how it teaches us to have gratitude. He also makes a connection to the blessings and curses which are enumerated at the end of the Parsha with an important lesson.Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.55-Parshas Ki Seitzei-Doing Our Part

Aug 25, 2023

21:31

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the intringuing mitzvah of Yefas Toar(The Woman of Beautiful Form) and how it teaches us how to deal with the evil inclination. He also discusses the commandment of helping your friend unload his animal and how his involvement is essential. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Ki Seitzei-Rebroadcast

Aug 21, 2023

23:39

In this episode Rabbi Kohn speaks about the commandment of Yifas Toar(The captive woman of beatiful form). He discusses the question why the Torah is allowing something which would be forbidden under normal circumstances. He also teaches about the practical aspect of the Ben Sorer Umorer(The wayward & rebellious son) evn though according to theTalmud it has never happened nor will it ever. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.54-Parshas Shoftim-Don't Worry Be Happy

Aug 18, 2023

19:29

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the special mitzvos in this week's Parsha of setting up a court system and how it relates to each and every one of us. He also discusses the concept of "Living with Hashem your G-D and how that equals a life of happiness. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Parshas Shoftim-Rebroadcast

Aug 13, 2023

20:08

In this weeks Practical Parsha podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses self bribery. How we bribe ourselves to not recognize our own faults and how to fix it. He also talks about the intriguing mitzvah of Egla Arufah(The Axed Calf) and how we can take from it a lesson in responsibility. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  

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Ep.53-Parshas Re'eh-Your Never To Far To Return

Aug 11, 2023

20:56

In this week's episode of the Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of having joy and enthusiam for mitzvos and the risks of it being lacking. He also finds a connection in the Parsha to the fact that we can never loose hope. That every person can always come close to G-D no matter were they find themselves now. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Parshas Re'eh-Rebroadcast

Aug 11, 2023

18:53

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the idea of free will. How evry person has it and how we can determine our own destinies. He also brings out from the Parsha hpw life is like an EKG machine. Either you are going up or down. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.52-Parshas Vaeschanan-Accomplishment,One Day At A Time

Jul 26, 2023

22:00

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Parsha on how to accomplish goals which might seem impossible. To focus on the challenges and goals of today. To keep the focus on things that are in front of us now.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.51-Parshas Devarim- Projecting Onto Others

Jul 21, 2023

17:54

In this week's Podcast Rabbi Kohn gives an insight in how to properly give constructive critisizim. learning from Moshe Rabbanu we see an important method in giving rebuke properly. He also speaks how we how others view us is the way we view others. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Parshas Devarim-Rebroadcast

Jul 17, 2023

18:30

Have you ever been inspired? Did that inspiration lead to meaningful change in your life? In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn speaks about making inspiration last from a lesson in the Book of Devarim. He also talks about the tragedy of Tisha B Av and how we today can relate to the destruction of the Bais Hamikdosh(The Holy Temple) in 2022. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.50-Parshas Matos-Maasei- Sharing The Pain Of Others

Jul 14, 2023

16:49

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the importance of putting our families first. How we learn whanot to do from the tribes of Ruvain and Gad. He also discusses the connection between the death of the Kohen Gadol(High Priest) and an inadvertant killer going free from the City of Refuge. This event gives us an important insight into sharing our pain with others. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.49-Parshas Pinchas-Nothing Stands In The Way Of The Will Of G-D

Jul 7, 2023

20:21

In this week,s Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Census of the Jewish people demonstrates that nothing can stand in the will of G-D. He talks how we should use this idea to focus on our "small" successes because we really don't know how far it can go.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Parshas Pinchas-What Is True Mercy?-Rebroadcast

Jul 3, 2023

17:48

In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast rabbi Kohn discusses's true mercy and real cruelty. Many times what we view as kind can really be cruel and what we see as cruel can be kind.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.48-Parshas Chukas-Balak-When Losing Is Gaining

Jun 29, 2023

23:00

In this week's episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn talks about how loosing is sometimes gaining. Taking a lesson from the Para Adumah(Red Cow) he explains that the amount we are willing to sacrifice for others is the ultimate test on how much we lov our fellow man. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Parshas Chukas -The Enigma Of The Red Heifer(Red Cow)-Rebroadcast

Jun 27, 2023

21:23

Do some things in life not make sense sometimes? Do you ever wish you had the answers to humanities greatest questions? In this episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson from the mysterious mitzvah of the Para Adumah(Red Heifer). He also looks at an important insight from the sin of Moshe Rabbanu and how we can learn from it.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Parshas Korach-Don't Play With Fire-Rebroadcast

Jun 18, 2023

18:40

Did your mother ever tell you not to play with fire? Probably yes! In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how machlokes(fighting) is like fire, the cause why Korach began a rebellion against Moshe and how we can learn from it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.47-Parshas Shelach-How To Stand For What You Believe In

Jun 15, 2023

25:12

How do you stand up for what you beleive in? Do you fight the negative forces around you? Or is it better to keep quiet and and keep yourself strong in a crazy world? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from Joshua And Caleb on how to deal with a world that is filled with negativity and false ideas. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Parshas Shelach-Rebroadcast

Jun 12, 2023

18:31

In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn brings out three important lessons from the story of the spies. How we can learn what not to do from some people, how we must be careful when we rationalize our decisions, and an important idea in self esteem.  Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.46-Parshas Bahaloscha-Finding Inner Strength

Jun 9, 2023

20:06

In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of finding inner strength to acheive our goals. Learning from the famous Midrash of Aaron Hakohen he brings out how we can be like the levites even if we are not levites. He also talks about the Clouds of Glory and their fundamental lesson. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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Parshas Bahaloscha-Rebroadcast

Jun 4, 2023

20:21

Welcome to The Practical Parsha Podcast. The podcast where we take practical ideas from the Parsha to inspire us to be better people and grow in our spirituality. This week Rabbi Kohn discusses the significance of Aharon Hakohen(The High Priest) getting the job of lighting the Menorah as well as the special mitzvah of Pesach Sheini and it's significance. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ 

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Ep.45-Parshas Nasso-Who Is Truly Free?

Jun 2, 2023

23:09

Do you consider yourelf to be free? Does following your what makes you happy make you free? In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn talks about what make a person have true liberty. He also speaks how sinning does not happen in a vacuum and what you can do aboout it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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Ep.44-Mazel Tov-Its a Boy-Thoughts From The Bris Milah

May 25, 2023

15:27

Mazel Tov. Its a boy. In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn says over the Dvar Torah he shared at his sons Bris this past Tuesday. It connects the mitzvah of Bris to the receivng of the Torah and teaches us a very powerful message. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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Ep.43- Parshas Bamidbar-Diversity Is Our Strength

May 19, 2023

21:07

In thos week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Torah's outlook on how diversity can be our strength. With a lesson from the Degalim(banners) of the twelve tribes he shows how different strenghts can complement each other. He also explains how the Aron(Ark) carried its carriers and the lesson we can learn from it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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Ep.42-Parshas Behar-Bechukosai-Ignorance Is NOT Bliss

May 11, 2023

21:29

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn disproves the notion that "ignorance is bliss" with a lesson from the weekly Parsha. He also discusses the practical lessons that we can take out from the mitzvah of Shemittah(The Sabbatical Year). Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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Ep.41-Parshas Emor-Overcoming Our Emotions

May 5, 2023

21:54

In this week's episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Kohen Gadol(High Priest) on how we are very strong and resilient people. How we can overcome the strongest emotions and still be happy and joyous. He also talks about the mitzvah of Kiddush Hashem(Sanctification of G-D's) name. How it is not just martyrdom. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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Ep.40-Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedoshim-The Scapegoat Explained

Apr 28, 2023

20:20

Have you ever heard of the "scapegoat"? In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses this mitzvah and brings out a practical lesson. He also explains how every Jew has the ability to be "kadosh"(be holy) and sanctify themselves in their lives. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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Ep.39-Parshas Tazria-Metzora-What Is Spiritual Impurity?

Apr 20, 2023

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What is "tuma"(spiritual impurity)? How does it work? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn give 2 explanations to help understand tuma. He also gives an insight from a story of "coincidence" that happened to him this week. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/

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