The Rabbi Stark Podcast

Rabbi Stark

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Tired of the mundane? Ready to inject some spirituality into your life? Welcome to The Rabbi Stark Podcast. The Mashgiach of Aderes Hatorah 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 rabbistarkpodcast@gmail.com. To access additional series and the archives visit https://bit.ly/RabbiStark.

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286 episodes

Marbim B'Simcha: How—And Why? (Adar I)

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

42m
Mar 14
Hazorim B'dimah B'rinah Yiktzoru (Shovavim)

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

56m
Feb 21
"Achrayos Macht Gadlus" (Shovavim II - Mishkan Shmuel)

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.

28m
Feb 07
"The Process" Is A Feature, Not A Bug (Yisro - Parsha Principles)

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

48m
Feb 02
Don't Be A Cat In A Hat (Shovavim I - Mishkan Shmuel)

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.

37m
Feb 01
Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל: Reflecting On The Loss Of A Gadol Hador

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

34m
Jan 10
"Shuvu Banim Shovavim" (Shovavim I)

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

33m
Jan 08
V'erastich Li B'Emunah (Emunah VI)

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

37m
Dec 28, 2023
Ol’ Reliable (Emunah V)

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?

37m
Dec 20, 2023
"Ratzon Hashem" And Al HaNisim (Chanukah III)

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

28m
Dec 14, 2023
Why Your Intellect Is The Lowest Level Of Understanding (Emunah IV / Chanukah II)

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

44m
Dec 07, 2023
Esav—Today, The Only Thing That Matters (Fundamentals)

A high-level understanding of Esav and his life values (and how they differ from that of Yishmael).

44m
Dec 04, 2023
Judaism Doesn't Believe In "A Leap Of Faith" (Emunah III / Chanukah I)

Many people think there is a "leap of faith" in Judaism, but Rabbi Stark explains why that is inaccurate, as well as how this all ties in to Chanukah.

39m
Nov 30, 2023
Yishmael—A Perversion In The Name Of Hashem (Fundamentals)

Considering the current climate in Israel and in the world at large, together with the weekly parsha, its time we have a sophisticated understanding of Yishmael and his world view.

39m
Nov 26, 2023
The 3 Dimensions Of Emunah (Emunah II)

Emunah is made up of three aspects which must be meticulously honed and mastered; emunah of the mind, emunah of the heart, and emunah of the hands.

49m
Nov 23, 2023
Emunah—What It is And What Its Not (Emunah I)

Emunah is a basic tenet of being a Jew. However, many of us don't understand what true "Emunah" is, and unfortunately we confuse it with something that it is not.

37m
Nov 16, 2023
Achdus And The Jewish Identity (Israel At War)

Achdus is not just a "cute" thing which we hear about. Rather, its part and parcel of what it means to be a Jew.

37m
Nov 12, 2023
"Remember, Who You Are" (Israel At War)

While tragic, this war is causing something special to stir in each and every Jew.

35m
Nov 01, 2023
Fake News And The Truth About This Conflict (Israel At War)

Every single person seems to have an opinion as to what this war is about but Rabbi Stark is here to set the record straight regarding how we can ensure victory for the Jewish people.

36m
Oct 25, 2023
The Only Thing Greater Than Dying "Al Kiddush Hashem" (Israel At War)

The sole purpose of a Jew is to cause others to think "(s)he represents something Godly" upon seeing them.

39m
Oct 21, 2023
Yoshev B'seiser And The Protection It Affords (Israel At War)

The tefilah of Yoshev B'seiser contains all the letters of the aleph bais—except for the letter "zayin." Is this mere happenstance or is there some significant that only the letter zayin is nowhere to be found?

31m
Oct 17, 2023
A Soldier's Duty: The Torah View (Israel At War)

Israel has declared war following the horrific Hamas terrorist attack. All Jews are now on the front lines of battle, be it spiritually, physically, or both. How can we ensure our success in this war and what does Hashem want from us with it?

49m
Oct 11, 2023
"Zman Simchaseinu" (Sukkos)

What does "simcha" have to do with Sukkos?

32m
Sep 28, 2023
Teshuvah vs Perfection (Aseres Yemei Teshuvah II)

The importance of realizing you are "assembly required." 

39m
Sep 21, 2023
The Secret Of The Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim (Aseres Yemei Teshuvah I)

Is the clean slate we get from repeating the Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim a "handout" or is there some sort of effort on our part which allows us to be entitled to it?

39m
Sep 18, 2023
The Only Thing Hashem Needs Is YOU (Rosh Hashanah)

The Mashgiach shares what Rosh Hashanah is really all about and how to ensure we have a successful year.

39m
Sep 13, 2023
"Abba, Just Push Me In" (Elul III)

Personal growth is a journey, and not always an easy one, resulting in us needing to be "pushed in" at times.

34m
Sep 10, 2023
It's Time To Change—Into The Real You (Elul II)

The growth in Elul is for you to become the real you, and it's important to understand that. 

37m
Sep 04, 2023
Elul Doesn't End The Year—It Starts It (Elul I)

Although Rosh Hashanah is the first day of the new year, Rabbi Stark explains how Elul is tied to the new year too.

35m
Aug 28, 2023