Best Rabbi Baruch Podcasts (2024)

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From Slavery To Freedom 2: Your Inner Concentration Camp 11:02

9h ago11:02

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This conversation discusses the rise of anti-Semitism and Jew hatred on college campuses, particularly focusing on Columbia University. The host emphasizes the importance of having open and honest conversations about this issue, regardless of one's religious or cultural background. He draws parallels between the concentration camps of the Holocaust…

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From Slavery To Freedom 2: Your Inner Concentration Camp 11:02

30m ago11:02

11:02

This conversation discusses the rise of anti-Semitism and Jew hatred on college campuses, particularly focusing on Columbia University. The host emphasizes the importance of having open and honest conversations about this issue, regardless of one's religious or cultural background. He draws parallels between the concentration camps of the Holocaust…

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A Passover Message To Anti-Semites On College Campuses, In Congress, And Across The World 18:01

4h ago18:01

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In this conversation, Baruch discusses the significance of Passover and addresses the protests against Israel on college campuses. He emphasizes the message of Passover, which is about the Jewish people's ability to survive and thrive despite attempts to exterminate them. Baruch highlights the achievements of the Jewish people, including the establ…

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A Passover Message To Anti-Semites On College Campuses, In Congress, And Across The World 18:01

38m ago18:01

18:01

In this conversation, Baruch discusses the significance of Passover and addresses the protests against Israel on college campuses. He emphasizes the message of Passover, which is about the Jewish people's ability to survive and thrive despite attempts to exterminate them. Baruch highlights the achievements of the Jewish people, including the establ…

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From Slavery To Freedom 3: Open Your Mouth Speak 9:31

18h ago9:31

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The conversation explores the themes of complicity, communication, and reclaiming identity in the context of Passover and the Exodus. It discusses the rise of anti-Jewish sentiment on college campuses and the moral obligation to speak out against it. The loss of identity and communication during slavery is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of…

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Holding Space: The Secret Sauce of Logotherapy 35:52

9h ago35:52

35:52

Holding Space: The Secret Sauce of Logotherapy In this conversation, Dr Baruch HaLevi and Dr. Daniel Franz discuss the importance of human connection in finding meaning in life. They emphasize that therapy is not about tools and techniques, but about making a genuine human connection. They share anecdotes and insights from Dr. Victor Frankl's teach…

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Holding Space: The Secret Sauce of Logotherapy 35:52

15h ago35:52

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Holding Space: The Secret Sauce of Logotherapy In this conversation, Dr Baruch HaLevi and Dr. Daniel Franz discuss the importance of human connection in finding meaning in life. They emphasize that therapy is not about tools and techniques, but about making a genuine human connection. They share anecdotes and insights from Dr. Victor Frankl's teach…

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Q&A #38: Shefoch, Split-Hallel, Babies, Begin w/Degradation, Baruch ha'Makom, Haggadah Methodology 1:03:38

4h ago1:03:38

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Q&A #38: Shefoch, Split-Hallel, Babies, Begin w/Degradation, Baruch ha'Makom, Haggadah Methodology Length: 1 hour 3 minutes Synopsis: This morning (4/18/24), in our pre-Pesach women's Q&A, we took up six questions: (1) What's the deal with the "shefoch chamasecha" intro to Hallel? (2) Why do we interrupt Hallel at the seder with the meal? (3) The f…

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Taaroves 5784 (76) - Steam 34:29

12h ago34:29

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Taaroves 5784 (76) - Steam - Apr 19, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Taaroves 5784 (75) - Isser davok 48:10

4d ago48:10

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Taaroves 5784 (75) - Isser davok - Apr 17, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Taaroves 5784 (74) - Salting 40:11

4d ago40:11

40:11

Taaroves 5784 (74) - Salting - Apr 15, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Kitniyot and Quinoa 55:19

6d ago55:19

55:19

Kitniyot and Quinoa - Apr 19, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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LA SHIUR: Taanis Bechorim 39:22

4d ago39:22

39:22

LA SHIUR: Taanis Bechorim - Apr 19, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Parsha Metzora 27:35

6d ago27:35

27:35

Parsha Metzora - Apr 18, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Spring Chazara 12 21:25

6d ago21:25

21:25

Spring Chazara 12 - Apr 18, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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The Whore in the Haggadah 1:35:33

17h ago1:35:33

1:35:33

Length: 1 hour 35 minutes Synopsis: This evening (4/18/24), in lieu of our usual Thursday night women's Pirkei Avos shiur, we decided to do a deep dive into one of the most cryptic derashos in the Haggadah: the drashah on the phrase "and numerous," which quotes a pair of perplexing pesukim from Sefer Yechezkel. We raise a few questions, familiarize…

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With R' Eli Simcha Hellmann discussing Rav Juspa Schammes (1604 - 1698) and his newly published Haggadah 52:36

11h ago52:36

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#273 > To purchase a copy of my new edition of Sefer Toras Chaim on Maseches Avodah Zara (Includes a 15 page bio (with color scans of the originals), all the old Haskamos, the introduction of the Toras Chaim (d. 1632), and the introduction of his son & son-in-law. This all besides for the actual Sefer which has sources, notes, and many censored pas…

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Don't Lose Or Be Used By The Kevorka (Animal Magnetism) - A Man UPrising conversation 19:17

7d ago19:17

19:17

The Kevorka (Animal Magnetism) Does a Man Have It Or Does It Have You? In this podcast, you'll explore Kevorka, the primal animal desire or magnetism in a person, and how harnessing it and using it in a positive way rather than getting rid of it or being controlled by it, is how you rise up, especially as a man, in the second half of life. B also u…

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Spring Chazara 11 44:40

8d ago44:40

44:40

Spring Chazara 11 - Apr 17, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Don't Lose Or Be Used By The Kevorka (Animal Magnetism) - A Man UPrising conversation 19:17

1d ago19:17

19:17

The Kevorka (Animal Magnetism) Does a Man Have It Or Does It Have You? In this podcast, you'll explore Kevorka, the primal animal desire or magnetism in a person, and how harnessing it and using it in a positive way rather than getting rid of it or being controlled by it is how you rise up, especially as a man, in the second half of life. B also us…

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Pesach and Metzora - Feeling the Hashgacha 8:52

2d ago8:52

8:52

The Seder is one of the foundational elements of building and conveying our Emunah. The more we feel the world is custom made for us, and that what Hashem does to us is personally crafted, the more we can give over that approach to Yetzias Mitzrayim and to our current world. How the Alter of Slobodka brought this out from Yetzias Mitzrayim, how the…

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Spring Chazara 10 50:20

9d ago50:20

50:20

Spring Chazara 10 - Apr 16, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Spring Chazara 9 40:09

10d ago40:09

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Spring Chazara 9 - Apr 15, 2024 -By Simon, Rabbi Baruch

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Don't Get Out of The Box. Shatter It! 29:45

3d ago29:45

29:45

The conversation explores the concept of reductionism and how it limits our understanding of ourselves and others. It emphasizes the importance of not reducing ourselves to a single label or diagnosis but rather embracing our multifaceted identities. The hosts discuss the need to break free from societal boxes and seek personal growth and education…

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Don't Get Out of The Box. Shatter It! - A Meaning Academy Conversation 29:45

4d ago29:45

29:45

The conversation explores the concept of reductionism and how it limits our understanding of ourselves and others. It emphasizes the importance of not reducing ourselves to a single label or diagnosis, but rather embracing our multifaceted identities. The hosts discuss the need to break free from societal boxes and seek personal growth and educatio…

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Season 4 - Episode 4 - Becoming Free from Fear & Insecurity 19:01

4d ago19:01

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As we continue this new season of about Becoming Free as a Disciple of Yeshua, Rabbi Brian breaks down week three in the Journey of Becoming Free from Fear & Insecurity. He explains how we can overcome fear and walk in total victory without being paralyzed by insecurity and anxiety. Let's dive into this fascinating 4 episode, as we become dusty fro…

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With R' Yisroel Cohen discussing Mitzrayim (Egypt), Midrash, and Myth 1:00:15

4d ago1:00:15

1:00:15

#272 > We discussed an overview of Egyptian mythology as it to pertains to this episode (Yetzias Mitzrayim), the halachic issue of discussing Avodah Zarah, the Egyptian gods and the connection to Yosef, Ra and Makkos Choshech, Moshe and the snake, the makkos, and much more > To purchase a copy or with questions or comments please email: Yisroel.coh…

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Haftaras Tazria: Charging Money for Miracles 4:45

8d ago4:45

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Length of the article: 1 page Length of the audio: 3 minutes 54 seconds Synopsis: This is the audio version of the 1-page article I published on rabbischneeweiss.substack.com/ on 4/12/24 (originally written on 3/18/14), entitled: Haftaras Tazria: Charging Money for Miracles. How would you react if a Jewish holy man did a miracle for you? How might …

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Tazria - The Metzora's Desperate Plea 7:57

8d ago7:57

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Chazal say one of the reasons the Metzora goes around calling out that he is Tamei, is so others should daven for him. The Chofetz Chaim explores how this is not simply because he needs help healing, but also because it helps heal him from what causes him to speak Lashon Hara. Some thoughts on how we can build bridges with each other and thereby gu…

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(21) Rabbi Yehuda Albin … Melding Torah Teaching and Personal Coaching 23:44

9d ago23:44

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Rabbi Yehuda Albin grew up as a Reform Jew in Scarsdale, NY. He was exposed to Judaism and his father ran several secular Jewish camps for youth. He became religious in Jerusalem, after graduating Bowdoin College with the highest honors. Then he studied the Torah and the Talmud for nearly a decade in Jerusalem, before returning to the states, and m…

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Who Am I? More Than The Flesh Suit... 38:28

10d ago38:28

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In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi and Dr. Daniel A. France discuss the topic of 'What Am I?' They explore the concept of identity and the existential questions of who we are and why we are here. They emphasize the importance of going beyond societal labels and finding meaning in self-transcendence and service to others. They also discuss the alig…

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Who Am I? Are You More Than The Flesh Suit? 38:28

10d ago38:28

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In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi and Dr. Daniel A. France discuss the topic of 'What Am I?' They explore the concept of identity and the existential questions of who we are and why we are here. They emphasize the importance of going beyond societal labels and finding meaning in self-transcendence and service to others. They also discuss the alig…

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With Dr. Susan Weingarten discussing the history of Charoses 1:05:57

12d ago1:05:57

1:05:57

#271 > To purchase "Haroset: A Taste of Jewish History": https://amzn.to/3TPDNpj > We discussed the origins and early sources about charoses, the various reasons given, different ingredients used (including flowers, a piece of brick or clay, apples, various spices, wine or vinegar, and many more), Ashkeanz vs Sefarad, modern charoses and different …

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Astronomy vs. Omens: A Jewish View of the Eclipse 1:25:54

14d ago1:25:54

1:25:54

Length: 1 hour 25 minutes Synopsis: This evening (4/4/24), in lieu of our usual Thursday night women's Pirkei Avos shiur, we decided to prepare ourselves for the upcoming solar eclipse of April 8, 2024 by learning through enough key sources to develop an authentically "Jewish" framework for our eclipse experience. We began by examining the mitzvah …

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Shemini: DUI (Davening Under the Influence) 4:51

14d ago4:51

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Length of the article: 1 page Length of the audio: 4 minutes Synopsis: This is the audio version of the 1-page article I published on rabbischneeweiss.substack.com/ on 4/4/24 (originally written on 3/21/14), entitled: Shemini: DUI (Davening Under the Influence). Nadav and Avihu's punishment seems harsh, especially if their sin was drinking a little…

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Shemini - It's Because of Me 9:59

15d ago9:59

9:59

When they inaugurated the Mishkan and did the Avodah on the eighth day, initially the Shechina did not descend upon the Mishkan. Rashi says Aharon Hakohen immediately put the blame upon himself, that Hashem must be upset with Him. Some lessons in taking ownership for what goes on in the world. Have a good Shabbos…

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AuctionChatter: With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Taj Art Auction 13 Catalogue 1:18:54

16d ago1:18:54

1:18:54

#270. > Episode sponsored by Taj Art > The auction will take place Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 12PM EST > Peruse the full catalogue and bid at: https://bit.ly/3TD1hOwBy Nachi Weinstein

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Season 4 - Episode 3 - Becoming Free from Shame 22:46

22d ago22:46

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As we continue this new season of about Becoming Free as a Disciple of Yeshua, Rabbi Brian breaks down week two in the Journey of Becoming Free from Shame. He explains how we can become released from the shame of wrong choices and the insecurities of our past mistakes. Let's dive into this fascinating 3 episode, as we become dusty from Yeshua's fee…

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Parenting Teens: Perhaps It's A Meaning Problem I 38:28

17d ago38:28

38:28

In this conversation, Dr. D and Dr. B discuss the challenges and shortcomings of the current education system and treatment practices for young people. They explore the need to honor adolescents' unique needs and wild nature and the importance of helping children find their own meaning and purpose. The conversation highlights the role of parents in…

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Parenting Teens: Perhaps It's A Meaning Problem 38:28

21d ago38:28

38:28

In this conversation, Dr. D and Dr. B discuss the challenges and shortcomings of the current education system and treatment practices for young people. They explore the need to honor adolescents' unique needs and wild nature, and the importance of helping children find their own meaning and purpose. The conversation highlights the role of parents i…

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With Prof. Hillel Kieval discussing Blood Libels & Ritual Murder Trials at the turn of the 20th century 1:58:42

19d ago1:58:42

1:58:42

#269 > Sponsored by the Bemak Family > Sponsored by Mosaica Press. For a limited time order 3 books and get a free gift, Also, use code "Chatter" for 15% off. Check out their many new titles at Mosaicapress.com > We discussed late Ritual Murder and Blood Libels and how these differed from those in the medieval period, how the trial was conducted, v…

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Tzav: Heavenly Fire and Hidden Miracles 11:59

21d ago11:59

11:59

Length of the article: 3 pages Length of the audio: 11 minutes 8 seconds Synopsis: This is the audio version of the 3-page article I published on rabbischneeweiss.substack.com/ on 3/29/24, entitled: Tzav: Heavenly Fire and Hidden Miracles. Purim may not always fall out during the week of Parashas Tzav, but there is a thematic connection between the…

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Avos 4:4 - Be Very, Very Humble (Part 1) 1:16:58

22d ago1:16:58

1:16:58

Length: 1 hour 16 minutes Synopsis: This evening (3/28/24), in our Thursday night Pirkei Avos shiur for women, we began learning the next mishnah which is about humility - or, to be precise, "extreme lowliness of spirit." We started learning through the Rambam's lengthy commentary, which is essentially a treatise on humility, but because this requi…

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Tzav - Sensitivity To Another's Shame 8:35

22d ago8:35

8:35

The Torah says the Chatas is shechted in the same place as the Olah. Chazal explain it's to protect the sinner, that it shouldn't be clear to all that he is bringing a Chatas. Some lessons in how sensitive we have to be about potentially embarrassing others.Have a good Shabbos.

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(20)Jacob Kornbluh – Senior Political Reporter at The Forward; and Member of the Brooklyn Hasidic Community 25:50

22d ago25:50

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Jacob Kornbluh is the senior political reporter for the Forward. Kornbluh, a member of the Hasidic community in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, covers politics with a Jewish angle and regularly interviews government officials, political commentators and security experts on issues that matter to the broader Jewish American community. He p…

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From Princes and Princesses to Kings and Queens 43:52

25d ago43:52

43:52

In this conversation, Baruch and Ariella Halevi explore the journey of personal growth and transformation from the prince/princess to the king/queen. They discuss the process of shedding old beliefs and masks, embracing shatterings as opportunities for growth, and returning to the true essence of who we are. They emphasize the importance of taking …

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With R' Moshe Baruch Kaufman discussing Rav Aryeh Leib Lipkin (1839 - 1903) and his Sefer Ohr HaYom on Zmanim 1:13:17

25d ago1:13:17

1:13:17

#268 > To contribute and help publish the 2 volume "Adirei HaTorah" on Chumash by R' Aryeh Ganz: https://www.rayze.it/seferadireihatorah/ > Listen to the episode with R' Aryeh Ganz & R' Shimon Szimonowitz where we discuss R' Ganz first sefer and his style: > To purchase the new edition of Sefer Ohr HaYom: https://judaicaplaza.com/products/8837116 >…

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He/She Spirituality: Becoming A King or Queen After Your Shattering 44:37

25d ago44:37

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In this conversation, Baruch and Ariella Halevi explore the journey of personal growth and transformation from the prince/princess to the king/queen. They discuss the process of shedding old beliefs and masks, embracing shatterings as opportunities for growth, and returning to the true essence of who we are. They emphasize the importance of taking …

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Season 4 - Episode 2 - Becoming Free From Bad Choices 31:48

1M ago31:48

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As we continue this new season of about Becoming Free as a Disciple of Yeshua, Rabbi Brian breaks down week one in the journey of Becoming Free from Bad Choices. He continues to explain why all the spiritual junk often comes to the surface when you follow in the footsteps of the Messiah. Let's dive into this fascinating 2 episode, as we become dust…

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Ralbag's Lessons from Megilas Esther: Part 3 (#27-35) 1:05:02

29d ago1:05:02

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Note: You do NOT need to have listened to Parts 1 or 2 in order to follow Part 3. Length: 1 hour 5 minutes Synopsis: This morning (3/22/24), in our Machshavah Lab series for women, we continued learning through the Ralbag's toalos, continuing at the beginning of Chapter 4 and concluding Chapter 5. Whereas many of the toalos we discussed last time s…

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