The Rabbi Stark Podcast

The Balanced Nazir (Nasso - Parsha Principles) 14.06.2024 55:08 ↓

Is being a Nazir a good thing or a bad thing? The Mashgiach discusses why its not so clear and what the concept of being a Nazir represents. 

Flags And Numbers (Bamidbar - Parsha Principles) 09.06.2024 47:02 ↓

Is being a "number" a good thing or a bad thing?

The Torah Is Awesome—Here Is A Steak (Shavuos) 06.06.2024 45:22 ↓

Are we being dishonest when we put honey on the Aleph Bais letters so a young child can experience the sweetness of Torah?

Olam Haba And Olam Hazeh (Bechukosai - Parsha Principles) 02.06.2024 38:31 ↓

Rabbi Stark discusses Olam Haba and why it is never mentioned in the written Torah.

Torah: A Program For Growth (Sefiras HaOmer) 29.05.2024 35:17 ↓

Torah is all about getting you to change and develop into who you are really supposed to be.

Kabbalah, The Zohar, And Common Misconceptions (Lag BaOmer) 24.05.2024 57:04 ↓

Many people don't understand what Kabbalah and the Zohar are, and those who think they do are often mistaken. The Mashgiach sets the record straight.

Middos Brings The Torah Close (Sefiras HaOmer) 23.05.2024 32:50 ↓

The Mashgiach goes through various middos and explains how and why they bring one closer to Torah.

Sfas Emes: The Korban Omer Explained (Emor - Parsha Principles) 17.05.2024 41:35 ↓

The Mashgiach explains a Sfas Emes which describes the Korban Omer and how it shows that everything in this world—when "done right"—brings one closer to Hashem.

Why Torah Requires Middos (Sefiras HaOmer) 15.05.2024 37:31 ↓

Rabbi Stark shares why good Middos are a prerequisite to succeed in learning Torah.

Yiddishkeit: A Cut Above 10.05.2024 33:23 ↓

The Mashgiach explains what Yiddishkeit is in relation to all the other nations.

Yetzias Mitzrayim Then. Yetzias Mitzrayim Now. (Pesach) 15.04.2024 24:58 ↓

What was Yetzias Mitzrayim and what does it mean to us today?

Take Some Responsibility 09.04.2024 40:03 ↓

The Mashgiach explains how taking responsibility for the things you do/don't do is the key to success.

Why Purim Absolutely Rocks (Adar II) 20.03.2024 40:03 ↓

We all know Purim is just the absolute best, but its time we have a mature understanding of why and what opportunity the day brings.

Marbim B'Simcha: How—And Why? (Adar I) 14.03.2024 42:48 ↓

How exactly is one "marbim b'simcha" when Adar begins—and why already from Adar's start?

Hazorim B'dimah B'rinah Yiktzoru (Shovavim) 21.02.2024 56:10 ↓

Rabbi Stark discusses the problem with marijuana. Spoiler alert—its not what you think.

"Achrayos Macht Gadlus" (Shovavim II - Mishkan Shmuel) 07.02.2024 28:51 ↓

What makes an individual great is not merely the fact that they do or don't do something. Rather, it is the "achrayos of greatness" which they place upon themselves.

"The Process" Is A Feature, Not A Bug (Yisro - Parsha Principles) 02.02.2024 48:51 ↓

Yisro's journey—which culminated in him finding Hashem—is what is so impressive about him and should not be swept under the rug.

Don't Be A Cat In A Hat (Shovavim I - Mishkan Shmuel) 01.02.2024 37:11 ↓

The Mashgiach gives a schmooze on the topic of Shovavim and explains how we need to better ourselves—not merely because we "have to" but rather because we "want to gain" what a life of spirituality has to offer.

What Is A "Bais Medrash" (Mishkan Shmuel) 01.02.2024 28:57 ↓

Rabbi Stark speaks in Mishkan Shmuel about the significance of a "bais medrash."

Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל: Reflecting On The Loss Of A Gadol Hador 01.02.2024 34:55 ↓

The Mashgiach speaks about the greatness of the "Mashgiach Hador" Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל and shares some of his Torah insights with us.

"Shuvu Banim Shovavim" 01.02.2024 33:03 ↓

With the parshiyos of "Shovavim" beginning once again the Mashgiach discusses what the avoda is during these weeks. 

V'erastich Li B'Emunah (Emunah VI) 28.12.2023 37:27 ↓

Understanding the true definition of "emunah" and our relationship with Hashem as though it is a true marriage.

Ol' Reliable (Emunah V) 20.12.2023 37:09 ↓

Moshe Rabbeinu received the ultimate compliment when Hashem referred to him as "reliable." What's so special about being reliable and why is it a necessary precursor to having emunah?

"Ratzon Hashem" And Al HaNisim (Chanukah III) 14.12.2023 28:44 ↓

As Jews, we do the things we do because they are Ratzon Hashem, not because they are practical. 

Why Your Intellect Is The Lowest Level Of Understanding (Emunah IV / Chanukah II) 07.12.2023 44:40 ↓

The connection between Emunah and Chanukah, and why the Greeks were dead-set on trying to ensure the Jews couldn't learn Torah.