Weekly Parsha Insights

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Can we respectfully question authority, or is that simply the path of Korach? In this week's Parshah, the daughters of Tzelofchad present a remarkable challenge. They approach Moshe Rabbeinu, argue their case, and hear Hashem declare: "The daughters of Tzelofchad are right." What made their challenge so different? Where is t...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you How Your Middos Shape Your Destiny – The Difference Between Avrohom and Bilam Bilam was a Navi of extraordinary stature. He spoke to Hashem, received prophecy, and knew exactly what Hashem wanted from him. So how did he become Bilam Harasha? Drawing on the Mishnah in Avos, Rabbeinu Yonah, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rav Moshe Feinstein and others,...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you How did Korach get it so wrong? Korach was no ordinary person. He was wealthy, intelligent, spiritually gifted, and stood closer to Moshe Rabbeinu than almost anyone else. Yet he made one of the greatest mistakes possible. What happened? In this shiur, we explore how even good, sincere people can be led astray when their middos begin to in...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Why did the generation of the Midbar continue complaining even after witnessing the consequences of their actions? And what does that teach us about personal growth today? In this week's Parshas Bahaloscha, we explore the deeper meaning behind the complaints of the מתאוננים and the craving of the אספסוף. We uncover a powerful insight:...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this Pre-Shovuos shiur, we explore a powerful question: if we already accepted the Torah at Har Sinai thousands of years ago, what exactly are we reconnecting to each year on Shovuos? Drawing on Chazal, we discuss how Torah is not only something we learn — but something that is meant to shape the way we think, see the world and live our...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you What was the bravest thing Klal Yisroel ever did? This shiur uncovers a surprising connection between Har Sinai and Shemittah - and reveals a powerful perspective on what real strength and trust in Hashem look like.  Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Why would the days of counting excitedly toward Matan Torah also be marked by mourning? In this week’s Parsha shiur on Emor, we explore the hidden message of Sefiras HaOmer, why Torah joy must be balanced with seriousness, and what it really means to prepare for Kabbalas HaTorah. A thoughtful and powerful perspective for these weeks. Suppo...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Can a person be totally frum… and still miss something essential? This week’s Parsha Shiur on Parshas Kedoshim explores the deeper meaning of קדושים תהיו.  Beyond keeping the rules, what does the Torah ask of us? Through insights from the Ramban, Chofetz Chaim, Rav Aharon Kotler and Rav Moshe Feinstein, we uncover a powerful perspective on...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Are you looking for a practical and inspiring guide to transforming your Seder from something you simply “get through” into an experience you actually live? In this shiur, we walk step by step through the Seder, uncovering the meaning behind each stage and how to bring it to life in a real, engaging and enjoyable way. With a focus on clari...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Is This the End of Golus? With global tensions and unsettling headlines, many are asking: Are we witnessing the events that will lead to the coming of Moshiach? In this week’s episode we explore what the Torah actually teaches about anticipating the Geulah. This episode brings clarity to one of the most discussed topics in Jewish thought:...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you This Shiur has been kindly dedicated לע'נ ר' משה יואל בן מנחם דוב In this episode we dissect who was Amolek and where can they be found today. We end with a powerful and practical perspective ahead of the festivities of Purim. Listen and be inspired! And please send me your feedback! Support the show For feedback, source sheets o...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this episode we uncover the reason why donations to the Mishkan had to be with a full heart and we draw practical implications to our conduct with Tzedaka. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this episode, through stories and thoughtful pointers, we debunk a myth and bring clarity to this difficult question through 4 steps. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this episode we discuss Yisro's intervention and advice to his son in law, Moshe Rabeynu. We draw tremendous lessons from the Parsha and its relevance to Kabolas Hatorah. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Sponsored לע''נ Geila bas Imanuel Halevi. In this episode we uncover the depth behind the comparison made in Gemara between Parnossoh and the nes of Krias Yam Suf. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this episode we breakdown in detail the words of the famous Ramban, from the end of Parshas Bo and we find such powerful relevance to our lives. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you This episode has been kindly sponsored לעי''נ גיטל בת ר' יוסף חיים. We ask two questions and gain really strong Chizuk relevant to our lives! Listen and be inspired. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you We outline the Yehuda's unique Midda of leadership and explain how its relevant to our lives. We have a great story this week too! Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this episode we deepen our understanding of the devastating impact Yavan had against Klal Yisroel. We also explore the impact of the Nes Chanukah and how it corrected the path of the Yidden of the time and for all eternity.   Listen and be inspired. Please send me your feedback too! Dedicated לעילוי נשמת שושנה בת החבר רפאל יהודה ז'...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you Looking for Chizuk?? Look no further! We draw a powerful perspective and chizuk from this weeks Parsha. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com 

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this episode we do a deep dive into Anti Semitisim amidst understanding the hatred of Esav and Yackov. We are left with clarity about our mission in combating Anti Semitism and it might not be what you think! This Shiur has been dedicated: לעילוי נשמת אברהם בן אליעזר ומרים בת שלמה זלמן אפרים ולישועות לכל צאצאיהם ובפרטחוה בילא בת רות ,אב...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this Shiur we ponder about the drive behind the greatness of Avrohom Avinu and we establish that it all came down to his Emuna. And we explain how this provided Avrohom with the perspective as he went looking for a wife for Yitzchok. Included: an illuminating pshat in a famous Mishna. Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to s...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you לזכות ניסים בן שמואל וחנוך בן פיגא In this episode we explore how Avrohom Avinu found the strength to go ahead with the Akeida. Through this we discover the right way to approach Chessed; for the sake of Hashem. Listen and be inspired! Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.c...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you In this episode we try to better understand Avrom Avinu's Emuna and we come away encouraged about our potential and impact of being Maminim. This Shiur has been dedicated: לע''נ ר' אברהם בן ר' אליעזר הרבנית מרים בת שלמה זלמן אפרים And a zechus for Yeshuos and Kol Tuv Selah for חוה בילא בת רות אברהם בן חוה בילא דינה...

Click here to send us a text with your feedback! Thank you This episode has been dedicated לזכות דוד בן הדסה, שימלא ה' כל משאלות לטובה We breakdown 3 practical aspects of Rosh Hashana that can really help us maximise value from the day. The last shiur of the year! Support the show For feedback, source sheets or to sponsor a Shiur, please email speechesbydesign@gmail.com