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Among Chassidim

Welcome to Among Chassidim: a Podcast by Derher.Hosted by Rabbi Yossi Kamman, director of A Chassidisher Derher, this podcast captures the vibrancy and vitality of dor hashvi’i through immersive, heart-to-heart discussions on meaningful topics, shared in raw, unedited conversations.

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    Ep. 63: The CIA of Lubavitch with Rabbi Avrohom Shmuel Levine

    In this episode, Reb Avraham Shmuel Levine of Eretz Yisroel discusses his family’s Litvishe background, including his grandfather’s position as a rav near Yekaterinoslav and his interactions with the Rebbe’s father, Harav Levi Yitzchak. He describes how his father came to learn in Tomchei Temimim and eventually escaped from Russia, as well as his own birth and upbringing in New England and his years in the yeshiva at Bedford and Dean.Reb Avraham Shmuel recalls his early encounters with the Rebbe, his journey to learn in Kfar Chabad, the yechidus he had beforehand, and the letters he received from the Rebbe while he was there. He also shares memories of the famed mashpia Reb Shlomo Chaim Kesselman and the profound influence he had on him.Upon returning to America, Reb Avraham Shmuel unexpectedly became involved with Ezras Torah, eventually serving as secretary of Agudas Harabanim—a position he held for many years, until moving to Eretz Yisroel. Through this role, he developed close relationships with many of the leading non-Lubavitch Rabbanim of the previous generation, including Reb Moshe Feinstein, Rav Yosef Eliyahu Henkin, Rabbi Simcha Elberg, Rav Yosef Dov Soloveitchik, and Reb Gedalia Schorr.At the same time, he served as a discreet Lubavitch liaison, keeping Rabbi Hodakov and the Rebbe informed and working behind the scenes to advance many of the Rebbe’s initiatives. He shares story after story of fascinating encounters and the remarkable things he was able to accomplish—including how Reb Moshe Feinstein came to be mesader kiddushin at his wedding and had a yechidus with the Rebbe during that visit.This is only a glimpse of a fascinating episode filled with history, personalities, and firsthand memories. Listen and enjoy!

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    Ep. 62: Look For A Shidduch and Go On Shlichus with Rabbi Tzvi Grunblatt

    In this episode, Rabbi Tzvi Grunblatt, Head Shliach of Argentina, takes us through his remarkable journey that led him to become Lubavitch and eventually the Rebbe’s Shliach.Rabbi Grunblatt grew up in Argentina in a Yekkishe kehillah. During his youth, he became very close to the Rebbe’s Shliach to Argentina, Rabbi Berel Baumgarten. Although Rabbi Baumgarten did not formally teach him Chassidus, simply being around him opened Rabbi Grunblatt to a world of Chassidus and Lubavitch, eventually leading him to join a Lubavitch Yeshiva in New York.He shares what it was like arriving from Argentina with virtually no familiarity with Lubavitch culture, and how he quickly acclimated and developed a deep connection to the Rebbe.As his involvement grew, Rabbi Grunblatt describes the tremendous effort he invested in understanding the Rebbe’s farbrengens. This eventually led him to become involved in chazara and in the work of transcribing the Rebbe’s maamorim.He shares fascinating anecdotes and insights into certain maamorim that the Rebbe was magihah, and elaborates on them.The episode then turns to the passing of Rabbi Berel Baumgarten, and how that ultimately led to Rabbi Grunblatt being sent as a Shliach to Argentina- at the same time as the Rebbe instructed him to get look for a Shidduch.Rabbi Grunblatt recounts the dramatic story of his arrival in Argentina and goes on to share fascinating episodes from his decades of Shlichus, including remarkable moments in which the Rebbe was directly involved.

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    Ep. 61: Living In The Rebbe & Rebbetzin's Apartment Building with Rabbi Chaim Levi Goldstein

    In this episode, Rabbi Chaim Levi Goldstein of Crown Heights, a veteran mechanech, shares his family background, including the story of how his father, 'Uncle Yossi', became close to Lubavitch and spent time around the Frierdiker Rebbe in America.He recalls his early childhood, including fascinating anecdotes from the years his family lived in the same apartment building as the Rebbe and Rebbetzin, his upbringing in the then-small Lubavitch community, and some up-close moments with the Rebbe.Rabbi Goldstein discusses his years in yeshiva, horaos he received from the Rebbe in yechidus, and his time studying in Brunoy, France, where he came to know many renowned Chassidim.He also shares the story of his involvement with Mesibas Shabbos and the Rebbe’s satisfaction with his work, as well as important lessons in chinuch that he learned from Rabbi Hodakov.In a fascinating twist, Rabbi Goldstein describes how questions that arose through his work as a teacher were brought to the Rebbe, with some later addressed by the Rebbe at farbrengens. One question he posed ultimately led to an entire Likkutei Sichos being developed around the subject.Drawing on a lifetime in chinuch, Rabbi Goldstein also shares practical approaches and insights based on the Rebbe’s teachings that are deeply relevant to educators and parents, and much more.

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    Ep. 60: How American Chassidim Were Made with Rabbi Leibel Altein

    In this episode, Rabbi Leibel Altein of Crown Heights shares fascinating stories and memories spanning generations of Chabad.He speaks about his grandfather, Reb Yisroel Jacobson, his early years in Lubavitch and his close involvement with the Frierdiker Rebbe and the Rebbe, as well as his pioneering askanus in the early years of Chabad in America. He also discusses his father’s becoming close to Lubavitch through his future father in law, Reb Yisroel Jacobson, his various Shlichus’n, and especially his shlichus in the Bronx.Rabbi Altein shares the fascinating story of the esrogim from Calabria that his grandfather began preparing for the Frierdiker Rebbe and later the Rebbe, including unique details about the Rebbe’s esrog purchases.He discusses his own upbringing and shlichus in Australia, and especially his remarkable work preparing Likkutei Sichos for the Rebbe to edit. He shares details of this unique zchus, along with personal stories with the Rebbe.The episode also explores Rabbi Altein’s lifelong involvement in Hafatzas Hamayanos, including Heichel Menachem and Chassidus Mevu’eres.

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    Ep. 59: The ‘Fail’ That Became A Success with Rabbi Dovid Weitman

    In this episode, Rabbi Dovid Weitman, Shliach to S. Paulo Brazil, shares the story of his childhood and journey to becoming a Chossid. He recounts remarkable stories and personal horaos from the Rebbe, along with unique encounters between the Rebbe and baalei batim that he witnessed over the years in Brazil and beyond.Throughout the conversation, Rabbi Weitman shares powerful messages that are both timeless and deeply relevant to every Chossid and Shliach.

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    Ep. 58: Does The Rebbe Want Everyone Speaking Yiddish? with Rabbi Mendy Greenberg

    In this episode, Rabbi Mendy Greenberg of Twinsburg, Ohio—a feature writer for A Chassidisher Derher magazine—discusses his recent article exploring Yiddish and its place in Lubavitch and the Rebbe's teachings.The conversation examines the Rebbe's strong encouragement of Yiddish, while also addressing the important nuance that schools should not prioritize teaching in Yiddish at the expense of students' understanding. Where is the balance? How do we reconcile the Rebbe's emphasis on preserving Yiddish with his equally strong focus on effective chinuch?A thought-provoking conversation filled with fascinating sources, practical insights, and much more.For more articles like this, and to subscribe to the beautiful monthly Derher magazine, visit Derher.org.

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    Ep. 57: Is Colel Chabad a Success? with Rabbi Sholom Duchman

    In this episode, Rabbi Sholom Duchman, Director of Colel Chabad, starts by sharing the story of his illustrious family of devoted Chassidim and their deep hiskashrus to the Rabbeim.He reflects on his childhood during the early years of the Rebbe's nesius in Crown Heights, his years of learning in various yeshivos, and the special experience of learning in 770 in the Rebbe's presence. Rabbi Duchman also discusses being sent by the Rebbe to Eretz Yisroel as part of the original group of shluchim.The conversation then turns to the rich history of Colel Chabad, from its founding to its development over the years. Rabbi Duchman shares the story of his appointment as director and offers an in-depth look at the Rebbe's horaos, expectations, and personal interest in the organization's success, providing a rare and comprehensive perspective with wonderful openness and detail.

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    Ep. 56: Lubavitch of the Last 90 Years with Rabbi Sholom Ber Gurkov (Yiddish)

    In this episode, Rabbi Sholom Ber Gurkov of Montreal, Canada, a veteran mechanech, shares his remarkable life through 90 years of Lubavitch history.Beginning with his family's rich roots dating back to the times of the Tzemach Tzedek, he recounts his father's early interactions with the Rebbe when the Rebbe was still a bochur. He then takes us through his own childhood in Kharkov, his family's escape to Central Asia during World War II, the Chassidim's famous escape from Russia, life in the DP camps, and their move with other Chassidim to Paris. He also reflects on settling in England, learning in a non-Chabad yeshiva in Manchester, and ultimately moving to New York/Montreal to be with the Rebbe.Along the way, Rabbi Gurkov shares firsthand stories of yechidus, memories of the Frierdiker Rebbe and the Rebbe, his involvement in the taharah of the Rebbe's brother, Reb Yisroel Aryeh Leib, and countless other fascinating stories and insights from a lifetime spent as a Chabad Chossid.

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    Ep. 55: The First Jewish Event At The Kremlin with Rabbi Berel Lazar

    In this episode, Rabbi Berel Lazar, Chief Rabbi and Shliach of Russia, shares memories of his parents and his grandfather, the renowned poet Reb Tzvi Meir Steinmetz, growing up on shlichus in Milan, Italy, and his childhood visits to the Rebbe. Rabbi Lazar also recalls coming to New York to learn in yeshivah and later spending years in 770, where the Rebbe’s farbrengens left a lasting impression on him.The conversation also explores his early years as a shliach in post-Communist Russia, witnessing firsthand the country’s extraordinary transformation from decades of religious persecution to a place where Yiddishkeit can once again be practiced openly and proudly.

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    Ep. 54: Shortly After Discovering the Rebbe, He Was Contributing To Chazarah with Rabbi Eli Touger

    In this episode, Rabbi Eli Touger of Boca Raton, the prolific translater of Sichos in English, shares the story of his journey from his early life and becoming frum, to his years in Kfar Chabad, the Chassidim and personalities who influenced him, and his eventual arrival at 770 where he quickly became involved in the chazarah of the Rebbe’s farbrengens.Rabbi Touger also discusses his decades-long work translating the Rebbe’s sichos into English. Along the way, he shares fascinating anecdotes and insights from a lifetime dedicated to preserving and spreading the Rebbe’s teachings.

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    Ep. 53: The Last Sicha The Rebbe Edited L’eis Ato with Rabbi Avrohom Mann

    In this episode, Rabbi Avrohom Mann, mashpia at the Toronto Yeshiva, shares how his father became connected to the Rebbe, and his own personal connection after arriving from Yerushalayim as a young bochur. He reflects on what it was like to live from week to week, drawing inspiration and direction from the Rebbe’s farbrengens.In a fascinating and heartfelt Farbrengen, Rabbi Mann highlights a number of practical horaos we can take from the Rebbe, each illustrated through personal experiences and firsthand moments he witnessed with the Rebbe himself.

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    Ep. 52: When I Discovered the Reality That Was Always There with Rabbi Simon Jacobson

    In this episode, which took place at the New York–New England Regional Kinus Hashluchim, Rabbi Simon Jacobson shares the story about his grandfather’s connection to Lubavitch through the Rebbe Rashab, his father Rabbi Gershon Ber Jacobson’s work with the Rebbe and the founding of the Algemeiner Journal, and his own years by the Rebbe as a chozer.Rabbi Jacobson reflects on growing up in Crown Heights, discovering Chassidus as a living force, and the unique responsibility of reviewing and recording the Rebbe’s farbrengens. A fascinating conversation about journalism, chazara, 770, the Rebbe’s vision for the world, and the urgency of Moshiach.

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    Ep. 51: Why Rabbi Hodakov Woke Me Up In Middle Of The Night with Rabbi Zalman Lipsker

    In this episode, Rabbi Zalman Lipsker, Shliach in Philadelphia, shares his remarkable journey from his childhood in Kutaisi, Georgia, and the rich history of the Lipsker family. He recounts learning in secret chadorim under the watchful eye of the KGB, experiencing the dramatic escape of Lubavitcher Chassidim from the Soviet Union, and spending time in a DP camp surrounded by Chassidim. He also describes the early years of Lubavitch life in Eretz Yisroel before eventually arriving by the Rebbe in the late 1950s.Rabbi Lipsker vividly recalls the unique privilege of being a bochur by the Rebbe during the late Yud and early Chof years, including the Rebbe teaching niggunim, receiving special shlichus'n, and more. He also shares inspiring stories from his decades of shlichus in Philadelphia, particularly in bringing countless Yidden to the Rebbe by Sunday dollars.Filled with warmth and passion, this inspiring conversation offers a rare window into the lives of Chassidim who were deeply connected to both the Frierdiker Rebbe and the Rebbe with mesirus nefesh and hiskashrus.

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    Ep. 50: The Rebbe’s Farbrengens Were Our Life — And Are Accessible Today with Rabbi Zushe Greenberg

    In this episode, Rabbi Zushe Greenberg, Shliach to Solon, Ohio, shares the powerful story of his father’s mesiras nefesh, including his imprisonment in Siberia and Russian jails, and his unwavering ibergigebinkeit and hiskashrus to the Rebbe—and later in Bnei Brak.He then reflects on and brings listeners into the atmosphere of 770 during his years as a bachur, vividly describing the feeling of standing at the Rebbe’s farbrengens- with special focus on the time of Hei Teves.Throughout the episode, he - offers a unique and personal glimpse into what it meant to be in the Rebbe’s presence, and leaves listeners with inspiration and practical insight into how each of us today can strengthen our own hiskashrus and connection to the Rebbe.

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    Ep. 49: What Was The Rebbe’s Childhood Like with Nuchie Schapiro

    In this episode, Nuchie Schapiro of Los Angeles discusses his newly authored book, Legacy of Resilience, an in-depth exploration of the history of the Schapiro family, including the Rebbe’s melamed, Reb Schneur Zalman Vilenkin.Beyond that, he offers profound insight into the lives of Lubavitcher Chassidim during the era of the Rebbe Rashab and the Frierdiker Rebbe under Soviet communism, the “Great Escape” from Russia, and the Rebbe’s nesius.Link to purchase book: https://a.co/d/0bN8wCtsLink to Reiter family fund: https://charidy.com/reiterfamilyfund

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    Ep. 48: The Rebbe’s Kiruv To Me In 1953 with Rabbi Kasriel Kastel

    In this episode, Rabbi Kasriel Kastel of Crown Heights shares his remarkably rich family history, tracing his parents’ and grandparents’ roots back to the era of the Rebbe Rashab and the earliest Chassidim in America.He reflects on his early years with the The Rebbe beginning in 1953, and his time spent in yeshivah and 770. Rabbi Kastel also discusses his unique work with Lubavitch Youth Organization (Tzach), sharing personal stories, memorable experiences, and special horaos he received from the Rebbe throughout the years.

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    Ep. 47: What We Saw Was Only Half The Story with Rabbi Yosef Gopin

    In this episode, Rabbi Yosef Gopin, Shliach in Hartford, CT, shares his family history, stories and reflections from his years with the Rebbe and his Shlichus. Beyond the facts and events, Rabbi Gopin brings deep emotion and insight into the ruchnius’dike meaning behind those experiences, offering listeners a heartfelt and inspiring farbrengen. Enjoy this meaningful conversation filled with warmth, perspective, and connection.

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    Ep. 46: Why The Rebbe Referred To Me As A Mesudar with Rabbi Menachem Gerlitzky

    In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Gerlitzky of Crown Heights shares the story of his family background—how his parents came to Lubavitch and their connection to the Frierdiker Rebbe and the Rebbe. He reflects on his youth and the various shlichus’n he was involved in, and speaks about the unique role the Rebbe encouraged him to take on in organizing Siyum HaRambam, and how it all unfolded. Along the way, he weaves in meaningful stories and personal experiences.

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    Ep. 45:Noteworthy Documents & Correspondences of R' Dovid Raskin Part II with Rabbi Bentzion Pearson

    In this episode, Rabbi Bentzion Pearson - grandson of Rabbi Dovid Raskin - shares remarkable documents, photos, and correspondence between Tzach and the Rebbe, offering a timeless lesson for us all.

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    Ep. 44: Why I Received Over 700 Answers From The Rebbe with Rabbi Berel Levine

    In this episode, Rabbi Berel Levine, director of the Agudas Chasidei Chabad Library, shares his journey; from his parents’ roots and upbringing in Eretz Yisroel, to coming to the Rebbe, his marriage and kollel years.With his trademark precision, he offers a detailed look at his work for the Rebbe through the library, Kovetz Yagdil Torah, the sefarim case, and his shlichus to Russia, along with a rare glimpse into the hundreds of answers and step-by-step guidance he received from the Rebbe throughout his life.

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    Ep. 43: A Yud Aleph Nissan Farbrengen with Rabbi Shais Taub

    In this episode, Rabbi Shais Taub dives in to the power of truly learning the Rebbe’s approach- not just quoting it, but internalizing it in a way that shapes how we think and live. We explore motivation, the challenges of applying this guidance in real life, and the importance of turning to the Rebbe as a primary source for clarity, connection, and direction.-Visit our sponsor by going to: www.magbis.org/demei-pan

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    Ep. 42: When My Father Told Me To Hang Up The Phone Part II with Rabbi Levi Garelik

    In Part II of this episode, Rabbi Levi Garelik shares personal stories from his youth, the founding of Hoaras Hatmimim in Morristown, and the various shlichus’n he was sent on over the years. He reflects on meaningful and memorable moments with the Rebbe, along with fascinating experiences- from his involvement with the prime minister of Italy, to the sefarim in Russia, and much more.-Visit our sponsor at: www.magbis.org/passover-fund

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    Ep. 41: How Does One Transcribe The Rebbe’s Maamar? with Rabbi Dovid Olidort

    In this episode, Rabbi Dovid Olidort, chief editor at Kehos, shares his journey from growing up in Russia behind the Iron Curtain to coming to yeshiva in New York to be by the Rebbe.He speaks about how he gradually became involved in chazara of the Rebbe’s farbrengens, eventually becoming a maniach- transcribing sichos and eventually all the maamorim. He shares stories of working closely with Reb Yoel Kahan, the process of preserving the Rebbe’s teachings, and much more.

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    Ep. 40: My Zaidy, Reb Dovid Raskin with Rabbi Bentzion Pearson

    In this episode, Rabbi Bentzion Pearson shares about his illustrious grandfather, Reb Dovid Raskin. Over the years, Bentzion has spent a great deal of time researching and organizing his grandfather’s archives, gaining a deeper understanding of his life and his incredible ibergigebenkeit to the Rebbe, which he shared with us. He also speaks about the biographical book he is currently working on, which will tell the story of Reb Dovid’s life and legacy.

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    Ep. 39: The Process of Documenting the Rebbe's Words with Rabbi Hirshel Notik

    In this episode, Reb Hirshel Notik of Crown Heights, who came to the Rebbe from France in 1974 and has devoted his life to transcribing and editing the Rebbe’s talks ever since, takes us behind the scenes of what it takes- and continues to take- to produce the Hanachos of the Rebbe’s Sichos.He shares numerous specific examples, offering an extraordinary deep dive into how this meticulous work was carried out and preserved.הערת העורך:כפי שאפשר לראות הנה ר צ"ה שיחי' נאָטיק מהסס בכמה מקומות, וזאת מפני שלא הי' נוח לו לדבר אודות הדברים בכלל, ובפרט באופן ברור וכו'להלן כמה תיקונים ששלח אלי ר' צ"ה הנ"ל לאחר שהקלטנו אתו את הראיון:בדקה 58: - בהמשך למה שנאמר אודות העתקה ותרגום ללה"ק - הנה בזמן אחר כתב הרבי, וז"ל: "צ"ל תרגום *חפשי* בפועל (ובמילא) נוחה לקרוא. - קראתי רק ב' עמודים ורשמתי חלק מהנכון לשנות, וישתפו עוד מומחה בתרגום לתרגם".בדקה 2:01 - הרב לייבל גראנער המשיך במ"מ למכתבים הכללים (עד כמה שהספיק לו הזמן) גם שלהי שנת תשל"ו ואילךבדקה 2:22 - בקשר ל"חסל סידור פסח כהלכתו", הכוונה למכתב ר"ח ניסן תשמ"ו, שבהערה שם הוסיף הרבי בזה"ל: *סידור* : כן הוא בכל הסידורים וכו', וצע"ג הל' "סידור" ולא סדר, כמו שנדפס "סדר קרבן פסח" וכיו"ב. עכ"ל.בדקה 2:24 - המכתב כללי האחרון, באידיש, שכתב ר"נ מינדל הוא, כמדומני, *י"א ניסן תשמ"ט*, ולא תשמ"ח כפי שאמרתי. כמובן שאת התרגום האנגלי להמכתב כללים המשיך הר"נ מינדל להכין גם אח"כ.בדקה 2:33 - המדובר הוא אודות המברק די"ט כסלו תשנ"ב (ולא חנוכה תשנ"ב).

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    Ep. 38: When I Held The Door Open For The Rebbe with Rabbi Berel Levertov

    In this episode, Rabbi Berel Levertov of Santa Fe, New Mexico, shares memories of his father, Reb Moshe Levertov, and his work helping Jews in Russia through Ezras Achim, and of his mother, Mrs. Brocha Levertov, the devoted “mikvah lady” of Crown Heights who also prepared for and interacted with the Rebbe over the years.Rabbi Levertov also discusses growing up as a yeshiva student in the ’70s and ’80s, his later work with central Chabad organizations including Machane Yisroel’s Development Fund, and the unique moments that gave him close access to the Rebbe.

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    Ep. 37: When The Rebbe Explained What the Word ‘Frum’ Means with Rabbi Levi Garelik

    In this week’s episode, Rabbi Levi Garelik of Crown Heights takes us on a deeply personal journey through his family’s rich history. He shares stories of his grandfathers, Rabbi Posner and Rabbi Garelik, vivid memories of his parents’ upbringing and shlichus in Milan, and powerful encounters that he and his family experienced with the Rebbe.This episode is rich with living history, warmth, and unforgettable stories.

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    Ep. 36: I Received a Brocha to Chazer Chassidus Clearly with Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi

    Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi, mashpia at Central Yeshiva in 770, reflects on his family roots, a rare childhood growing up at the Rebbe’s feet, and the early years of the Rebbe’s nesius. He shares memorable moments from the Chof-Lamed years and the personal guidance he received from the Rebbe on influencing talmidim.

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    Ep. 35: It All Started With A Knock On The Rebbetzin's Door with Rabbi Yehuda Clapman

    In this episode, Rabbi Yehuda Clapman of Crown Heights reflects on his youth and his journey to becoming a Chabad Chossid, and shares beautiful stories of his family’s personal connection with the Rebbetzin- highlighting her remarkable sensitivity and warmth.

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    Ep. 34: Every Yid is an Influencer with Rabbi Levi New

    In this episode, Rabbi Levi New, a Shliach in Montreal, Canada, discusses the unique initiative at his active Chabad House (MTC), L’chaim, which empowers community members to take part in Mivtzoyim.He explores the Rebbe’s vision, that every Yid is a shliach of Yiddishkeit regardless of official title or role, and how this outlook transformed our generation's relationship with Yiddishkeit.

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    Ep. 33: How I Got Involved in Publishing The Rebbe’s Sichos with Rabbi Chaim Shaul Brook (Yiddish)

    In this episode, Rabbi Chaim Shaul Brook of LaHaK, shares his personal journey- from his family’s legacy and his revered grandfather, living in Eretz Yisrael, and arriving by the Rebbe for the first time.He reflects on his bochurishe years in the Rebbe’s presence, including doing shmira by the Rebbe’s room, and how those experiences shaped his life.Rabbi Brook also gives a behind-the-scenes look at his lifelong involvement in publishing the Rebbe’s Sichos and Toras Menachem, along with encouragement on how to connect to and learn the Rebbe’s Torah.

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    Ep. 32: How To Be A 'Successful' Chossid with Rabbi Aron Kamman

    In this episode, Rabbi Aron Kamman, a Mashpia at Yeshivas Lubavitch Toronto Zal, reflects on his early years in the presence of the Rebbe. He shares practical chinuch guidance, along with insights into the mindset and attitudes necessary for living a life of Chassidus - emphasizing that each person must actively seek their own authentic path in living as a Chossid.

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    Ep. 31: The Rebbe Means What He Says with Rabbi Shlomo Cunin

    In this episode, Rabbi Shlomo Cunin, Head Shliach of California, speaks in his uniquely lively and inspiring style about his youth and bochurishe years by the Rebbe, pioneering shlichus in California, the Rebbe’s detailed guidance along the way, and the many shlichus’n he was personally entrusted with by the Rebbe.

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    Ep. 30: A Video of the Rebbe Changed His Life with Rabbi Asi Spiegel

    In this episode, Rabbi Asi Spiegel of Tzfas, Eretz Yisroel, shares his journey from growing up in a modern Orthodox environment to developing a deep love for the Rebbe, ultimately leading him to learn in 770.With heartfelt emotion, he describes powerful and formative experiences from the years he spent by the Rebbe - moments that continue to shape his life today. He also discusses the avodah and path forward for chassidim now, post Gimmel Tammuz.

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    Ep. 29: Bringing the Rebbe to Cable TV with Rabbi Dovid Krinsky

    In this episode, Rabbi Dovid Krinsky of Crown Heights, NY and founder of Jewish Educational Media, reflects on his experiences as the son of the Rebbe’s Mazkir, how he became involved in initiating the televised broadcasts of the Rebbe, and shares personal responses he received from the Rebbe along the way.

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    Ep. 28: Bochurim Today Are in a Better Place with Rabbi Chaim Schapiro

    In this episode, Rabbi Chaim Schapiro, menahel of Yeshiva Tomchei Tmimim in Morristown, shares warm zichronos from his years by the Rebbe. He reflects on what it meant to be a bochur after Gimmel Tammuz, and the incredible chayus he sees in the bochurim of today. Rabbi Schapiro also speaks passionately about the importance of learning the Rebbe’s Torah.

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    Ep. 27: A Long Distance Connection with Rabbi Pesach Schmerling

    In this episode, Rabbi Schmerling, a Shliach in Far Rockaway, NY, reflects on growing up in Switzerland and what it meant for him to stay connected to the Rebbe from afar. He shares his experiences of coming to the Rebbe, along with memorable encounters, stories, and more.

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    Ep. 26: Growing Up In A Time When ‘Shlichus’ Was Not Yet Understood with Rabbi Yosef Gansburg

    In this episode, Rabbi Yosef Gansburg, longtime Shliach in Toronto, Canada, shares his rich family history, upbringing, and the many horaos and kiruvim he received from the Rebbe, highlighting the profound importance of shlichus.

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    Ep. 25: The Artist Who Found The Rebbe with Michoel Muchnik

    In this episode, renowned Chassidic artist Michoel Muchnik shares what drew him to Chabad Chassidus and how the Rebbe’s guidance deeply influenced his artwork, helping shape his unique style.---www.muchnikarts.com

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    Ep. 24: The Rebbe's Attention to Shluchim with Rabbi Yosef Landa

    In this episode, Rabbi Yosef Landa of S. Louis, MO reflects on his early years as a young shliach, when he experienced the Rebbe’s unparalleled interest and deep involvement in a particular initiative, giving him and many others the strength to carry the mission forward.

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    Ep. 23: The New Tanya: Tanya Hasholaim with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

    In this episode, Rabbi Mendel Kaplan of Oak Park, MI, joins us to share the story behind the groundbreaking Tanya Hasholaim—the first Tanya to present a truly transformational approach rooted in the Rebbe’s vision—and the remarkable process that made it possible.--For more details on the Tanya, visit ⁠Hatanya.com

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    Ep. 22: The Voice of a Chossid with Avraham Fried

    In this episode, Chassidic superstar Avraham Fried shares how the Rebbe encouraged and inspired his decades-long career — and what it means for each of us to use our talents as a Shlichus.

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    Ep. 21: Choosing to be a Chossid with Rabbi Moshe Wolberg

    In this episode, Rabbi Moshe Wolberg, Rosh Yeshiva and Maggid Shiur at Kfar Chabad Yeshiva, reflects on his early life, his path to Lubavitch, and farbrengs about what being a Chossid means in our times.

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    Ep. 20: Sukkos & Simchas Torah By The Rebbe with Rabbi Yisroel Noach Vogel

    In this episode, Rabbi Yisroel Noach Vogel, a Mashpia in Queens, shares his personal memories of spending Sukkos & Simchas Torah in the Rebbe’s presence. It will surely draw the listener in to experience "the Rebbe’s Yom Tov," where every moment was alive with unparalleled joy, connection, and chassidishe warmth.

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    Ep. 19: Yamim Noraim By The Rebbe with Rabbi Yisroel Noach Vogel

    In this episode, Rabbi Yisroel Noach Vogel, a Mashpia in Queens, shares his personal memories of spending Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur in the Rebbe’s presence. He recounts the powerful atmosphere, unique minhagim, and the unforgettable moments that left a lasting impression on him and on all those privileged to be there.

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    Ep. 18: The Children Who Were Raised By The Rebbe with Rabbi Mendel Scharf

    In this episode, Rabbi Mendel Scharf, Mashpia in Yeshivas Lubavitch of Detroit, shares his personal story of how, after the passing of his father, the Rebbe took a unique and caring interest in him, his brothers, and sister—always watching over them with remarkable attention. Along the way, Rabbi Scharf offers heartfelt insights and reflections in this warm, Chassidishe farbrengen-style conversation.

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    Ep. 17: As He Sees It with Rabbi Aharon Blesofsky

    In this episode, Rabbi Aharon Blesofsky a”h of Crown Heights, shares his intimate and up close knowledge and experiences growing up in close proximity to the Rebbe throughout his entire life.-This episode is leilui nishmas Reb Aharon ben Reb Shn"z HaCohen a"h Blesofsky who passed away a week ago, 6 Elul.

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    Ep. 16: What Does the Rebbe Want From Us? with Rabbi Yisrael Deren

    In this episode, Rabbi Yisrael Deren of Stamford, CT - regional director of Chabad of Western and Southern New England - farbrengs about his personal expereinces, Shlichus, and our Avodah as we stand ready to greet Moshiach.

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    Ep. 15: The Real Deal on the Shape of the Menorah with Rabbi Mendy Greenberg

    Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, Shliach in Twinsburg, OH, is a feature writer for A Chassidisher Derher, known for his meticulous research and captivating style. In this episode, he delves into some of his in-depth studies, including the Frierdiker Rebbe’s historic 1929 visit to America, and the fascinating topic surrounding the shape of the Menorah.

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    Ep. 14: The Mivtza That Unites All Jewish Children with Rabbi Shmuel Greisman

    In this episode, Rabbi Shmuel Greisman of Yerushalayim, Eretz Yisroel talks about his early days as one of the Shluchei Kodesh to Eretz Yisroel, and his unique mission leading the Rebbe’s global Children’s Sefer Torah campaign.---For more information, and to buy a letter in the Children's Sefer Torah, visit www.kidstorah.com

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Welcome to Among Chassidim: a Podcast by Derher.Hosted by Rabbi Yossi Kamman, director of A Chassidisher Derher, this podcast captures the vibrancy and vitality of dor hashvi’i through immersive, heart-to-heart discussions on meaningful topics, shared in raw, unedited conversations.

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