The Torah Sparks Podcast

Hi! I hope you are doing well. Enjoy this week's episode, where we discuss the case of the guy who is completely covered in Tzaraas. Chasam Sofer offers an amazing explanation. I think you are going to enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a v...

Millions of people on April 8th, 2024 will be converging on the area in the U.S.A. that is called the "Path of Totality," the areas which will experience the total solar eclipse. In this short episode, we discuss the path of totality of 2024 as well as the age old Path of Totality that has been part of the Jewish tradition for thousands of years. Enjoy!

Hello! Another week, another episode. I hope you are doing AMAZING. This week we discuss the source of the DIAMOND stone in the Torah and bring out an absolutely fascinating connection to Parshas Shemini. We also relate the epic story of the Lubavitcher Rebbe and his "Sunday Dollar." I think you are going to enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your l...

Hello! Another week, another episode. This week we discuss the idea of PTO (Paid Time Off) and dig deeper into why it is that the Jewish people DO NOT have PTO. We discuss a few fascinating ideas relating to Parshas Tzav and unearth an astounding pshat from the Kedushas Levi to explain a seeming contradiction as to what the very first question is going to be when we get "upstairs." I thi...

Listen to this wild story about the Chasam Sofer who fulfilled the Torah's verdict of Mechias Amalek, followed by a practical takeaway! I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah classes  on TorahAnyti...

From Crummy to Crumbs. Purim is the holiday of leaving those crummy feelings behind and embracing a life of simcha and joy. How do we do that? By collecting the crumbs, of course! Listen to find out more! A video version of this is available on Torah Anytime. For a printable/written copy, please reach out to me. I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at y...

Have you ever wondered how far a single drop of rain is able to travel? The answer may shock you. But even more, it may inspire you. In this week's episode we discuss the importance of taking small "doable" steps and appreciating that from that which is "katan" can become "gadol," as we say: זה הקטן גדול יהיה. I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. S...

Welcome back to the Torah Sparks Podcast. This week we discuss the notion of being unified but NOT together. Sounds like an oxymoron? Listen to the Chasam Sofer to find out why it's not. We reveal a fascinating approach to understand the Machlokes between Korach and his assembly. I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or...

This week, we discuss the difference between Amalek and the Jewish people. Safes vs. Mistama. And of course, we mention a vort from the Chasam Sofer I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah classes  on To...

This week, we discuss the an important yesod of what is primary and what is secondary in our lives. I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah classes  on TorahAnytime, click here: https://www.torahanytime....

This week, we discuss the tapestries - the Yerios - that were on top of the Mishkan. We reveal a fascinating lesson learned from the Chasam Sofer regarding these Mishkan coverings. I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version an...

What is the most sold book of all time? It's quite shocking that the same book is also the most stolen book of all time. Chasam Sofer reveals the difference between an "open door policy" life vs. a life of connection with Hasheml I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosa...

In this week's episode we discuss mixed emotions. 

The Chasam Sofer explains why Hashem changed nature and split the sea as opposed to making the Jewish people fight with their weapons. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah classes  on TorahAnytime, click here: https://www.torahanyt...

The Chasam Sofer explains the SECRET SAUCE to merit the Geulah. Story with the Chozeh of Lublin's wall clock. We discuss a method in which we can survive and thrive despite our being in exile. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my To...

The Chasam Sofer explains why the Jewish people could not listen to Moshe Rabbeinu about the redemption. We share a story about Dave and a story about the Steipler, regarding the power of Shabbos. We discuss a method in which we can survive and thrive despite our being in exile. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://...

This week, we discuss a mind boggling chiddush of the Chasam Sofer about when the Jews ACTUALLY came to Egypt. Hint: It's not when you may think! We discuss a method in which we can survive and thrive despite our being in exile. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To wa...

This week, we discuss a fascinating idea regarding why Yaakov Avinu switched his hands to bless Ephraim before Menashe. We highlight and important lesson about "going up in holiness and not down." We also bring out our innate connection with the fish of the sea, which teaches us a lesson in always being connected to our life-force, which is, the Torah. My book "Ready. Set. Grow.&quo...

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This week, we discuss a fascinating idea regarding WHEN to be sad and a Chiddush from the Chasam Sofer on HOW Yosef and Binyamin were able to cry if it was Shabbos! My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah classes  on TorahAnytime, cli...

This week, we discuss a fascinating Gematria on the word "Shever" from the Chasam Sofer, and we bring out an important message for those of us living in Galus (which fyi, is all of us). My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Tora...

Enjoy this recent speech from a Chanukah Mesiba on the 6th night of Chanukah!

This week, we discuss a fascinating Chasam Sofer about the the fact that the Jewish people never give up! My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah classes  on TorahAnytime, click here: https://www.torahanytime.com/#/speaker?l=1369 Have...

This week, we discuss a fascinating Chasam Sofer about the "Secret Sauce" of what made Yaakov Avinu so successful spiritually, even though he lived in the House of the wicked Lavan. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah cl...

This week, we discuss a fascinating Chasam Sofer about the Chazal of "Im ani kan hakol kan..." My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered online at: https://mosaicapress.com/product/ready-set-grow/ To watch a video version and follow my Torah classes  on TorahAnytime, click here: https://www.torahanytime.com/#/speaker?l=1369 Have...