Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Trigger Warning: This episode deals with abuse, suicide and other very heavy topics.   Pinny Taub's life changed drastically when his mother passed away. Unfortunately, someone very prominent in his life took advantage of him. For years, Pinny couldn't escape the abuse. This went on for yea...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Omar Pryce got involved with Los Angeles gangs when he was young. His mother, originally from Sri Lanka, divorced his Jamaican father and remarried a white man, which made Pryce struggle with his identity. To find acceptance, Pryce turned to groups like the Crips and Bloods gangs. However, this acc...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Rabbi Moshe Chaim Eade grew up in Reformed house in Toronto. With his science and education background he set out to teach seminars and lead outdoor expeditions on health and natural well being across America, Hawaii and Canada.   He explored other religions, became "the health guy" and w...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Naftali grew up in one of the most litvish/yeshivish communities in the world. Although "becoming a singer" was never thought possible, Naftali has had a journey to arrive where he is today. Today, he is one of the most popular singers, giving concerts and signing for kumzitses all around...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. In this week's episode, we hit the road for a special live interview set in one of the most enchanting places on Earth - Camp Simcha. Camp Simcha is the cherished haven of Chai Lifeline, dedicated to children bravely fighting against cancer and other persistent illnesses.   Our focus turned to...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. As both the composer and singer of his signature V’zakeini song, Baruch Levine has been said to have literally raised the “bar” of Jewish music. His best-selling albums reflect his diversity of talents as a composer, arranger, and great singer. It is no wonder that it is said about him “Baruch has...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Avshi Weingot was your typical American-Israelie boy growing up in the ancient city of Tzfat. His father, a Chaim Berliner and close talmud of Sher Yoshiv's Rav Shlomo Freifeld, started a Yeshiva called Shalom Rav for all kinds of boys. Everyone was invited. Avshi went on his own path and trave...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. The world is on edge. In this fascinating episode, Rabbi Lawrence Hajioff delves into the most common messiah questions using Jewish sources that span thousands of years. exploring such topics as: Who is the King Mashiach and his mission? What will be in the End of Days? Details about the War of Go...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Rabbi Tovia Singer is the founder and director of Outreach Judaism, a Jewish counter-missionary organization. It's an international organization that responds directly to the issues raised by missionaries and cults, by exploring Judaism in contradistinction to fundamentalist Christianity. Singe...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Libby's life was changed in an instant when she had a stroke at the age of 15. As life was settling down and Libby was on the road to recovery, her father lost his battle with cancer.   Hear Libby's inspiring story of never giving up hope.   ____________________________________ ✬ SPONSOR OF...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Yonasan Schwartz was born in Jerusalem, Israel. After he lost his mother at a very young age, he dealt with abuse and forms of abandonment. He got divorced and remarried, became a successful badchin and created the largest jewish toy store called Toys To Discover. He lost 3 of his siblings and he i...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Mendy Levy was born in 2003 in Canada to parents who were members of Lev Tahor, an extremist Jewish cult founded in the 1980s. Shunned by members of other Jewish groups and facing a kidnapping scandal, its leader Shlomo Helbrans had moved Lev Tahor to Canada in the 1990s. Helbrans then moved the gr...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Chief Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein is the Chief Rabbi of The Union of Orthodox Synagogues of South Africa since 2005.   He has a brilliant story where he accidentally started the global movement known as The Shabbat Project.   He also created the Sinai Indaba conference and very powerful changes in t...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Despite being born with dwarfism, Yehuda strives to live life to the fullest. Hailing from Queens, NY, Yehuda credits his success and independence to the support of his family and friends who’ve shaped him to be the man he is today.   What may seem normal and mundane to most people, is a success fo...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. In today's fast-paced world, bombarded with endless stimuli, our ability to consciously direct our attention has become an invaluable asset.   The things we choose to look at and concentrate on hold immense sway over our lives, profoundly influencing our overall well-being.   By recognizing the...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Meilech Kohn, originally named Elimeilech Kohn, grew up in a Satmar family residing in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. He is the first cousin of renowned singer Lipa Schmeltzer.   Although he initially distanced himself from the Hasidic community of his upbringing, he later returned to it during his adult...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. On April 7th, 2023, Rabbi Leo Dee's wife, Lucy, and two daughters, Maia and Rina, were murdered by Palestinian terrorists in the West Bank. The family was on their way back from a hiking trip in the area when they were ambushed by the terrorists. Maia and Rina were killed at the scene, and Lucy...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Rivka is an Israeli Haredi political administrator. Since 1999, she has worked for Israeli politician Reuven Rivlin, first as his bureau chief and campaign adviser, and, since his election as President of Israel in 2014, as his chief of staff. She has received extensive media coverage for being a f...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Inspector Richie Taylor is the highest-ranking officer within the New York Police Department (NYPD) who proudly wears a yarmulke as part of his uniform.   Standing at an impressive six-foot-three, his yarmulke adds to his already commanding presence. Despite visibly standing out as a frum Jew, Insp...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Sara grew up in a small village in the Netherlands where her dark skin made her different from the people around her. Her family practiced Hasidic Judaism, but because her mother was darker than the rest of the family, she faced discrimination and didn't practice the religion. Sara always felt...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Sivan Rahav Meir is an Israeli journalist, lecturer, and media personality. Born in 1981, she has become one of the most prominent voices in Israeli media, known for her insightful commentary and thoughtful analysis of current events. Meir began her career as a journalist in the Israel Defense Forc...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. This is by far the deepest episode of Inspiration For The Nation. We delve into the world of relationships, attachment theory and how we can truly work on our connection to God. We learn how Science, Kabbalah, Psychology are so intertwined.   Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky is a Licensed Clinical Social wo...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Shmueli Ungar is an American singer, songwriter and entertainer in the contemporary Jewish religious music industry. He was originally part of Shira Choir, but eventually left the group to progress his career as a solo artist.   In this episode, Shmueli discusses his life and a few challenges he ha...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. The inspiring story of a 7-year-old Jewish boy who survived the Holocaust. Despite the unimaginable horrors that he faced, Shimon Felder never lost hope and persevered through the most challenging circumstances.   We learn about his experiences during the war, how he and his family were forced into...

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer. Whether you know it or not, a few couples in your life are having a very hard time having a baby.   Rabbi Yosef Shapiro grew up in Baltimore and learned in different yeshivas, while also completing his MBA in investment banking. He received smicha from the Jerusalem Kollel under the leadership of R...