The Rabbi Stark Podcast

Although summer zman has ended, and the "schmooze" along with it, Rabbi Stark sits down in a more informal setting to discuss Tisha B'Av and how we are to relate to the "Churban" Beis Hamikdash.

R' Stark has been discussing how Tzitzis is all about connecting with Hashem and the Mitzvos. This week, the Mashgiach "ups the ante" and discusses how Tefillin fits into the mix.

Tzitzis is such an easy mitzvah that we sometimes don't appreciate its importance and the opportunity it presents us with. However, if we understood the enormity of the mitzvah of Tzitzis we would not take for granted what it allows us to tap into.

"The clothes make the man" is a statement which we have all heard in the past. But, how true is that assertion and if it is true then where does tzitzis fit in?

Sefiras HaOmer is culminating with Shavuos, the day Hashem gave us the Torah—and the Mitzvos. In this weeks segment, Rabbi Stark helps us to comprehend what the Torah and the Mitzvos are and what the distinction is between the two.

During this time of Sefiras HaOmer we prepare ourselves to be makabel the Torah. Yet, the real challenge lies in actualizing one's potential after they have identified it.

Continuing in the theme of the past weeks, we must really comprehend what the Torah is and its place in our lives.

As yeshivah bachurim, we are typically only not present in yeshiva during "bein hazmanim," a time which the name itself connotes is merely a layover period between two more important times—the "zman" itself. However, we currently ourselves not in yeshivah, despite it being "mid zman." This week Rabbi Stark discusses the challenges of how we can nonetheless stay connected and make the most of the c...

The new zman has started, yet we are all still stuck at home. In this weeks schmooze, the Mashgiach tells us how we can turn our homes into the beis medresh we so long to be in.

Pesach is right around the corner and many of us are questioning whether we will be adequately prepared when it arrives. Yet, the real question which needs to be answered is "how Jewish are we actually?"

In this weeks schmooze Rabbi Stark discusses how we are to go into the Yom Tov of Pesach with all that is currently going on in the world.

The Mashgiach discusses the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and the introspection we should experience.

Rabbi Stark talks about the concept of "going viral," COVID-19, and what, as frum jews, we are all supposed to take out of this.

Rabbi Stark delves deeper into Purim and how one can make the most of the opportunities it presents.

The true definition of a "joke" and its significance as we enter the month of Adar. Chodesh Tov!

Due to the sensitive nature of Shovavim topics, the schmoozim will only be made available via direct email after one fills out the following form:  https://forms.gle/WpYeuSxNhVfmZZ827 .

FOMO and its severe impact on one's ruchnius growth.

Rabbi Stark introduces his new sefer, HaKesser VeHaKavod, which is currently available for purchase in the U.S. and via the following link https://bit.ly/3ad52lU.

Why the Jewish people must "wake up" like lions, the seemingly laziest animals, and how getting out of bed is a challenge—every single day.

How does one "set themselves into motion" and fight their urge to remain lazy and stagnant?

We say in "Bimai Matisyahu" that the Yevanim wanted us to " forget our Torah" (LeHashgicham Torasechah), what exactly does this mean and how did the Yevanim hope to accomplish this?

Chanukah and how Torah wisdom differs qualitatively from any other "wisdom" and how we are to relate to its acquisition.

Mazel Tov! Rabbi Chaim Dov Stark introduces his first ever published Sefer, due for release this coming week. "HaKesser VeHaKavod" delves deep into the sources the Mashgiach has been expounding upon—over the past 5 years—in his weekly schmoozim and is written in an accessible and comprehensible Lashon HaKodesh . To reserve a copy:  https://forms.gle/judaWgBhJaVgiB2t9 . To wish Rabbi Stark a person...

The story of Slake ben Rav Kahana, why you can't sell jewels in a barn, and why the habitat you create in your fish tank can make all the difference.

Learning is for everybody and the importance of one doing their learning in the correct environment is paramount—Yeshivah is that perfect environment and the Mashgiach explains why.