Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Or Levy was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, and held in Gaza for 491 days. In captivity, he endured relentless starvation, clung to life, and found God in the darkest of places. He did not know that his wife, Einav, had been murdered in the attacks until after his release. When he finally re...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Jessica Goldberg opens up about her son Ori’s 4-year battle for life and the miracles that kept him alive against all odds. From sleepless nights and constant medical emergencies to finding faith and strength when God said it was time to let go, this is a journey of love and resilience. Jess and Or...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. In this rare & anonymous audio-only episode, we sit down with an agunah who has been left in limbo—waiting for a get that almost never came. Her story includes twists, betrayals, and moments of unexpected strength. But more than anything, it sheds light on what most people in the community don’...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Rabbi Yoel Gold is one of the most beloved storytellers in the Jewish world. He grew up in a Hasidic home, though his family life was shaped by more than tradition—his parents divorced, and that personal journey has added depth and emotion to his words. His stories resonate across generations, weav...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. A couple living with paralysis and blindness share how they navigate faith, family, and community while rejecting the label of “inspiring” that others often place on them. They open up about building a Chasidish family and raising children while redefining independence and identity, showing what it...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Rawan Osman grew up in a Hezbollah-controlled area in Lebanon and was taught to hate Jews. After meeting Jews in France, she began questioning everything she was taught and started studying Hebrew and Jewish history. Today she works to build dialogue and understanding between Arabs and Jews and sup...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Rabbi Shais Taub is a Chabad rabbi, author, and speaker known for making deep Chassidic and Torah concepts accessible, focusing on emotional well-being, spiritual growth, and parent-child relationships through Torah. He is a specialist in parent-child connection and communication, guiding parents t...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Eli Sharabi (אלי שרעבי) is an Israeli father and survivor who was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, and held hostage in Gaza for 491 days. During that time, he endured unimaginable suffering - the murder of his wife Lian, his daughters Noya and Yahel, and the death of his brother Yossi, who wa...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi spent over 30 years shaping Israel’s defense strategy from the inside. Today, as Founder and Chairman of the Israel Defense and Security Forum (IDSF), he leads a network of more than 40,000 former officers committed to securing Israel’s future. In this wired inte...

On Thursday, Israel launched a strike on Iran following repeated warnings about nuclear threats. We brought on William Mehrvaz, born Muslim in Iran, now an American Orthodox Jew, to explain why Israel’s actions are not just self-defense, but a stand for the Iranian people, for America, and for global security. Watch William's Full Story & Escape Here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/epis...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Omer Shem Tov was kidnapped by Hamas from the Nova music festival on October 7 and held captive in Gaza for nearly five months under brutal and inhumane conditions. Despite threats, starvation, and psychological torment, he survived by staying calm, performing tasks, and even making his captors lau...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. In many frum communities, divorced women often navigate a world filled with quiet challenges- social stigma, financial strain, and the delicate balance of raising children alone while staying connected to community life. This episode opens a rare and honest window with Adina & Shira into their...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Tzeela Gez, who was pregnant, was killed in a terror attack while she and her husband were on their way to the hospital in the West Bank. Her husband, Chananel, wounded and in shock, did everything he could to help her in those critical moments. A nearby eyewitness described his efforts as desperat...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. In this episode, Avraham Fixsler shares the painful and powerful story of his daughter Alta, and the legal battle he and his wife fought to keep her alive. He opens up about the emotional toll, the courtroom setbacks, and the unwavering faith that guided them. This isn’t just a story about medical...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Cormac grew up in China thinking he was just another kid, until his mother revealed a secret that would reshape his identity forever. From ranches in Washington to yeshiva halls in Israel, this Asian Kosher Cowboy shares a story of faith, transformation, and unshakable pride. Cormac or the name he...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Shmuel Luger started drinking at nine and spiraled into addiction and emptiness. One trip to Israel changed everything. Today he’s a Rosh Yeshiva helping guys who don’t fit the system rebuild their lives. His Yeshiva: https://veshachanti.com/ ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► Ohr Naava: Save a Young Wo...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Eli Riesel was a successful real estate developer who left his high-powered career to fully immerse himself in Torah learning, seeking deeper meaning and fulfillment. Despite achieving spiritual peace, Rabbi Eli was later indicted for bank fraud linked to his past business dealings and faced over 3...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Moran Stela Yanai is a resilient survivor who endured 54 days of captivity in Gaza after being kidnapped during the October 7th attacks. Before the horrific event, she had spent years on a journey of self-discovery, embracing and spirituality & Judaism, which ultimately helped her survive. Thro...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Charlene Aminoff is a Jewish entrepreneur and spiritual speaker whose life has been shaped by profound trauma and transformation. Fifteen years ago, her 2-year-old daughter Gali nearly drowned, an event that triggered intense PTSD and led Charlene to embrace a life of deep religious observance. Cha...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Alone Kaminer’s life was forever changed on October 7th. While serving as an IDF soldier, the unthinkable happened—a premature explosion during combat left him with devastating injuries: he lost his leg, right arm, left hand, eye, and more. He was clinically dead—but he survived. This is more than...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Most marriages can fail but not because of betrayal or finances, but because couples unknowingly skip the one step that creates true emotional connection. In this powerful episode, marriage expert Rabbi Reuven Epstein reveals the real reason relationships break down, how to rebuild trust, and why e...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. In this episode, Yitzhak Pindrus, a member of the Israeli Knesset, discusses the challenges facing Israel’s religious and political landscape, touching on issues like Jewish identity, education policies, and legal battles. He explores the growing influence of progressive ideologies and how they imp...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. In this episode of Inspiration for the Nation, Rabbi Yaakov Herzog reveals surprising insights about Jewish-Muslim relations in Saudi Arabia, challenging common misconceptions with real-life examples. He discusses how understanding Muslim culture and adhering to Jewish religious practices, like kee...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Dating in the Jewish world is anything but simple. We sit down with Dovi Neuburger (from Teaneck) & Eli Geller (from Lakewood), for the guys part. Then we (Gitta, my wife joined me) sit down with Nechami Tenenbaum (from Detroit) & Rachel Pekarsky (from Elizabeth, NJ). These four singles hav...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Ditza Ohr, a mother whose son, Avinatan, was taken hostage during the tragic events at the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023. Avinatan’s girlfriend, Noa Argamani, was also abducted, with distressing footage of her kidnapping spreading worldwide. Despite the immense personal anguish, Ditza has...