Season 1
June 23, 2023
Lessons from Parshas Korach: Overcoming Limitations and Transforming Our Nature
Are you ready to discover the powerful lessons from Parshah Korach and the rebellion he led in the wilderness? Join us as we explore the Torah's perspective on diagnoses of hyperactivity and anxiety. Together, we'll delve int...
June 21, 2023
Unraveling Korach's Legacy: See What You Want (Bonus Episode)
This episode unravels the complex story of Korach, whose actions led to chaos and destruction and left a lasting legacy of destruction. We'll explore different perspectives from Rashi, Rav Chaim Shmuelevitz and R' Meir Chados...
June 14, 2023
Parshas Shlach 2023 | Short Dvar Torah | Disastrous Debacle
What if the heartache and sorrow surrounding Tisha Ba'av could have been prevented with a straightforward lesson? Join us on this thought-provoking episode as we explore the tragic events of Tisha Bo'av and the infamous story...
June 9, 2023
Behaaloscha – (Unfiltered) Sadistic Pride
Have you ever considered how far people will go to escape obligations, even when it comes to serving God? In this eye-opening episode, we unpack Rashi's insight that the complaint in the Parshah of Baaloscha wasn't a complain...
June 2, 2023
Nasso - The Enigma of Abstinence: Balancing Spiritual Growth and Physical Pleasures
Is abstinence a virtue to be embraced or a vice to be shunned? This intriguing episode unravels the enigma of abstinence, drawing inspiration from the Torah, Midrash, and Talmud. Together, we examine the reasoning behind the ...
May 31, 2023
Honoring the Life and Legacy of HAGAON HARAV GERSHON EDELSTEIN ZTL: A Tribute to the Gadol Hador and Torah Luminary
Discover the life and legacy of Rabbi Gershon Edelstein, a renowned Torah leader. Explore his teachings, contributions, and the impact he has made on the Jewish community worldwide. His wisdom, humility, and dedication to Tor...
May 25, 2023
Embracing the Joy and Significance of Shavuos: A Celebration of Being Chosen
As we prepare for the holiday of Shavuos, I can't help but think about my own experiences and the significance of this joyous occasion. From shopping for new Yom Tov clothing for the kids to setting up our learning schedules ...
May 19, 2023
Parshas Bamidbar | For the Sake of Pinstripes and Red Sox
Parshas Bamidbar Dvar Torah - 2023 Welcome to this week's episode of The Weekly Parsha, where we delve deep into the meaning behind the ancient commandment for each tribe to display its unique flag. Have you ever wondered why...
May 12, 2023
Parshas Behar-Bechukosai 2023 | The Most Famous Rashi In The Torah
In this week's episode of The Weekly Parsha, we discuss the well-known analysis of Rashi in his first comment on Parshas Bechukosai. Often a misconstrued, fuzzy topic, we seek to clarify and illustrate this critical mitzvah o...
May 5, 2023
Parshas Emor | The Holy Splash Zone
This week's parsha, Parshas Emor, delves into various laws about the Kohanim, the commandment to establish and protect the Jewish holidays, and the observance of Shabbos. The parsha concludes with a narrative about a blasphem...
May 2, 2023
HaGaon HaRav Meir Hershkowitz ZT”L
Baruch Dayan Ha'Emes: The Stamford Rosh Yeshiva, HaRav Meir Hershkowitz, has returned his soul to his Maker. We mourn the loss of a Torah giant who devoted his life to studying and teaching the Torah. His legacy lives on thro...
April 27, 2023
Acharei Mos/Kedoshim | How to Change A Bad Habit, Cure Anxiety, and Learn For 18 Hours A Day
Parshas Acharei Mos and Kedoshim are two of the most well-known Torah portions in the Jewish tradition, mainly due to their focus on sacrifice and atonement. The portion begins with God instructing Moses regarding the ritual ...
April 21, 2023
Parshas Tazria Metzora | Bowling Ball Head
The Parsha of Tazria deals with the purification of mothers after childbirth and the identification and response to leprosy. In Metzora, purification rituals for people and homes afflicted with skin diseases are discussed, al...
April 19, 2023
What Is Sefiras HaOmer All About? (Bonus Episode)
Sefiras HaOmer is an extraordinary time of the year for all Jews. The countdown of Sefiras HaOmer begins on Pesach night when we count 49 days until Shavuos - The Giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai. This period is filled with...
April 14, 2023
Parshas Shemini | You Have Been Chosen
In this week's Torah Podcast: Shemini, which is the Torah reading of the week and third in the Book of Leviticus. Parshas Shemini tells of the consecration of the Tabernacle, the deaths of Nadab and Abihu, and the dietary law...
April 5, 2023
First Date Seder
Making the Pesach Seder fun and interactive is integral to connecting with our Jewish heritage and passing on traditions to future generations. The seder plate, which traditionally contains a roasted shank bone, matzah, maror...
March 30, 2023
Parshas Tzav | Ashes of Glory
In this week's Torah Podcast: The Jewish mitzvah (commandment) of Terumas Hadeshen is a ritual that involves taking a small portion of ashes from atop the altar each day and setting them aside. Terumas Hadeshen teaches us abo...
March 22, 2023
Parshas Vayikra | Attention
In this week's Torah podcast, we explore a fascinating Midrash that describes Moshe not entering into the Mishkan until he was called. This teaches us an essential lesson about knowledge and focus - having both before beginni...
March 16, 2023
Parshas Vayakhel-Pekudei | G.O.A.T Mentality
In this episode of The Torah Podcast: Without prior knowledge of weaving, sewing, or constructing, how could the Jewish people build the Mishkan? The Ramban's answer in parshas Vayakhel is genuinely inspiring. He explains tha...
March 9, 2023
Dvar Torah on Parshas Ki Sisa | He'll Be Coming Down The Mountain When He Comes
In this episode of The Torah Podcast, we explore the troubling episode of the Jewish people at the foot of Mount Sinai, their leader receiving the Torah, about to bring it down and bestow it upon them. They commit the grievou...
March 5, 2023
Rambam On Purim
Purim is a unique Jewish holiday. From the wine to the dancing and parties, it is beloved and celebrated by Jews worldwide. The Rambam tells us that when Mashiach comes, all books of Tanach will not be studied, but Megillas E...
Feb. 23, 2023
Dvar Torah on Parshas Terumah | Not Your Grandma's Mishkan
In this episode of The Torah Podcast, we ponder how Moshe and the Jewish people could create a brick-and-mortar house for Hashem. The Mishkan is the main focus of this week's parsha, and together, we explore its many practica...
Feb. 22, 2023
Rosh Chodesh Adar | Purim 2023
During the month of Adar, we celebrate the holiday of Purim. We read Megilas Esther, which tells the Purim story, and dressed up in our Purim costumes. The sages teach us to increase our happiness during the month of Adar. Th...
Feb. 16, 2023
Parshas Mishpatim | How Was The Chicken?
Parshas Mishpatim is jam-packed with mitzvos. At the very end of the parsha, we are filled in with the final details about the Jewish people's Sinai experience. Then, the pasuk describes how Moshe and his companions ascended ...