The Rabbi Stark Podcast
by Rabbi Stark
Tired of the mundane? Ready to inject some spirituality into your life? Welcome to The Rabbi Stark Podcast. The Mashgiach—formerly of Aderes Hatorah (Senters) and currently of Mishkan Shmuel—is sure to inspire you with his weekly "schmoozim" on topical subjects which will both enlighten your mind and invigorate your soul. Uploaded weekly. For questions, comments, and concerns email [email protected]. To access additional series and the archives visit https://bit.ly/RabbiStark.
Episodes
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Mashiach's Complicated Origins (Vayeira)
How can it be that Mashiach originates from Sodom—and from one of the most reprehensible unions fathomable?
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Not A Robot (Winter Zman III)
Why "daas" (intellect) is infinitely superior to what computers, robots, and AI have going for them (which is just compute power).
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Ma'aseh Avos . . . (Lech Lecha)
Is the concept of ma'aseh avos siman l'banim just a "nice idea" or does it represent something much deeper?
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Who Am [A]I? (Winter Zman II)
With Artificial Intelligence running rampant, and seemingly able to do everything better than we can, understanding where our value lies is paramount.
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Organic Growth (Winter Zman I)
Spring and Summer is when growth is most noticeable, but the energy allowing for that growth happens during Winter.
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Communicating Via Rain (Noach)
Everything in this world comes from Heaven (Hashem), but only rain shows us this clearly.
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Science and Ma'aseh Bereshis (Bereshis)
Is Science apikorsus or how one learns about Hashem?
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The Esrog And Its Beauty (Sukkos - Fundamentals)
When did beauty become such a focal point in yiddishkeit, and why is it expressed through the daled minim, and the esrog in particular?
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Hashem Hu Ha'Elokim (Yom Kippur)
The REAL impact and effect of doing a mitzvah / aveirah.
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Teshuvah 101 (Yom Kippur)
The first step to teshuvah is knowing who's presence you are in.
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The Yamim Noraim Davening (Rosh Hashanah)
Understanding what we are davening for.
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Rejoice In Fear (Elul IV)
The term "Gilu Birada" seems to be an oxymoron but comprehending the concept of fear unlocks a world of understanding.
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Bechira: Real or Illusion (Nitzavim / Vayelech)
What makes us different than all other beings is our ability to make conscious decisions, but does Bechira truly exist or is it just an illusion?
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Every Yids A Big Tzadik (Elul III)
So why is teshuvah necessary?
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The Debt Of Hakaras HaTov (Ki Savo)
Being Makir Tov is not simply a nice thing to do but rather an obligation upon each and every one of us.
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Ahava Rabbah (Elul II)
The love Hashem has for us is unimaginable.
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Ben Sorer U'Moreh (Ki Teitzei)
Does this kid really deserve to be put to death?
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Hashem's Love For Us (Elul I)
Understanding how and why Hashem loves us is not a just a "2026 concept" but rather the secret to Elul.
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Nachamu (Fundamentals)
Although we all know the famous prophetic words of "Nachamu Nachamu Ami", we likely don't know that the true translation of "nachamu" is not "comfort" but something else entirely.
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Eichah 5786 (Tisha B'Av)
With another Tisha B'Av upon us, Rabbi Stark shares some heartfelt words pertaining to Eichah.
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Experiencing The Beis HaMikdash (Tisha B'Av)
The only way to really comprehend the severity of the loss of the Beis HaMikdash is to first appreciate what we had.
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Tisha B'Av And The "Chareidi" Perspective (pt. 3)
Exposing the modern day "Eruv Rav" and their misguided approach to Judaism.
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(pt. 2) The "Chareidi" Perspective
Birchas Haminim and why we always prefer the "Hashivenu" route.
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The "Chareidi" Perspective (pt. 1)
The thinking and stance of the "Frum" Jewish community on Eretz Yisroel, Israel, and life itself.
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Impulsive Or Calculated? (Pinchas)
Why Pinchas wasn't just another fanatic.
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Self-Confidence And Torah-Psychology
People throw around the term "Torah-Psychology" a lot these days, but what does the Torah actually think about Self-Confidence?
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Bilam's Perversion (Balak)
Bilam's relationship with his donkey reveals something much bigger about his worldview (than him just being a perverted person).
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From Finite To Infinite (Chukas)
Why Parah Adumah is referred to as "the Chok" of the Torah.
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Azus D'Kedusha
Stubbornness usually has negative connotations, but "holy stubbornness" is something to strive for.
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Warring With Harmony (Korach)
Korach's downfall could've been easily avoided, if he simply appreciated his destiny.
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It's. Not. About. You.
Anivus is no contradiction to understanding your own greatness.
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Mouth-Eye Coordination (Shelach)
The mouth and eyes each represent a different aspect of the decision making process; and how they need to work together to reach the truth.
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Sense Of "Self"
The difference between a healthy sense of sense and being a "pushover".
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The "Nun" of Nefila (Beha'aloscha)
This week's parsha has the famous inverse "Nuns"—letters which are not read and never seen again. What is their significance and the significance of the particular pesukim they enclose?
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No Time For Anger
Why "anger" is unlike any other middah.
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Light YOUR Fire (Shavuos)
Torah is a fire. And so are YOU.
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Numbers: Both Positive And Negative (Bamidbar)
Numbers (and "Counting") can be a real positive. But, if not utilized properly, they can be a serious negative.
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Savlanus (Sefiras HaOmer IV)
In modern Hebrew, "Savlanus" (or "Savlanut") translates to "patience" but true savlanus is so much more than that.
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Hanhagas' Hashem (Behar / Bechukosai)
Understanding how Hashem "operates" and conducts the world.
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Real Fire Doesn't Burn (Lag BaOmer / Sefiras HaOmer III)
The "fire" of Reb Shimon Bar Yochai explained.
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Ben Adam (Emor)
Not everything is a "Hashem problem." (Some things are just "people problems.")
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FIRE! (Sefiras HaOmer II)
Fire is described as many things, curiously, except for that it burns. . .
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Explained: V'ahavta L'reacha Kamocha (Acharei Mos / Kedoshim)
A mature understanding of V'ahavta L'reacha Kamocha.
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The Origin Story Of Rabbi Akiva (Sefiras HaOmer I)
Who was Rabbi Akiva and why—at 40 years old—did he think he had what it takes to turn his life around?
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Ask Away! (Pesach)
The focus on "Chinuch" over Pesach helps us understand the real takeaway from Pesach.
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The Korban Pesach (Pesach - Fundamentals)
The most important aspect of "Pesach" in the Mishkan and Beis HaMikdash was the Korban Pesach itself. Despite us not presently brining the korban, understanding its significance will unlock a whole new dimension of understanding regarding the yom tov of Pesach.
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Ramchal's Maamar HaKivuy (Part III - Fundamentals)
(Part III) How to connect with Hashem in dire straits and Hashem's guarantee of salvation. In this podcast exclusive shiur, the Mashgiach learns the Drush (Maamar) HaKivuy of the Ramchal inside, and you can follow along here.
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Ramchal's Maamar HaKivuy (Part II - Fundamentals)
(Part II) How to connect with Hashem in dire straits and Hashem's guarantee of salvation. In this podcast exclusive shiur, the Mashgiach learns the Drush (Maamar) HaKivuy of the Ramchal inside, and you can follow along here.
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Ramchal's Maamar HaKivuy (Part I - Fundamentals)
How to connect with Hashem in dire straits and Hashem's guarantee of salvation. In this podcast exclusive shiur, the Mashgiach learns the Drush (Maamar) HaKivuy of the Ramchal inside, and you can follow along here.
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A Transcendent Relationship (Ki Sisa)
We may have difficulty relating to Hashem, but we must always remember our relationship transcends every person, place, and thing.
About this show
Tired of the mundane? Ready to inject some spirituality into your life? Welcome to The Rabbi Stark Podcast. The Mashgiach—formerly of Aderes Hatorah (Senters) and currently of Mishkan Shmuel—is sure to inspire you with his weekly "schmoozim" on topical subjects which will both enlighten your mind and invigorate your soul. Uploaded weekly. For questions, comments, and concerns email [email protected]. To access additional series and the archives visit https://bit.ly/RabbiStark.
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