Best Ben Torah For Life Podcasts (2023)

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The Promised Podcast

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The “A Song for Peace” Edition 1:01:48

20m ago1:01:48

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Noah tells the story of one song that is also, in a way, the story of Israel itself.

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Featured Shiurim

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Milamedai Talmidim, Navigating by the Stars (with Q&A) 49:08

1d ago49:08

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Delivered for rebbeim of Talmudical AcademyBy Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz on the Simcha of Sukkot 13:04

1d ago13:04

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Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz has returned to “613 Books” Podcast as host Heather Dean’s featured guest, this time to get into the festivities of Sukkot. That includes explaining exactly why Sukkot is considered the happiest time on the Jewish calendar, and how this fits in with the Jewish definition of Happiness.And if the weather is too inclement in your …

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Featured Shiurim

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Yom Kippur 5784 (Nesiv HaTeshuva) 22:00

5d ago22:00

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Delivered on 9/21/23 to Ohr HaTorah, Dallas, TXBy Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Atone Home” Edition 27:22

7d ago27:22

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In this very special episode of sustainably recycled stuff devoted to Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, hear about the evolution of the great piyyut and prayer, u’netanah tokef, and hear how members of the crew make sense of the strange and beautiful holiday from their strange and beautiful perspectives. Jeremy Benstein, “The Bikes and Vibes of Yom…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz on Teshuva and Viduiy of Yom Kippur 14:41

8d ago14:41

14:41

Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz is back on “613 Books” Podcast as host Heather Dean’s featured guest, this time to provide insights and ideas we often wonder about regarding Yom Kippur, but hadn’t thought to ask.Are we expected to intensely ponder each confession of the Viduiy prayer? Are our sins forever erased on Yom Kippur… not to reappear during our Life …

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Featured Shiurim

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Sfas Emes – Rosh Hashana 5634 27:05

13d ago27:05

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Part of the weekly Sfas Emes seriesBy Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Noah is What?!?!?” Edition 38:32

14d ago38:32

38:32

In this very special holiday Turducken of a podcast, we’ve stuffed into our own carcass an interview that Allison did for the Haaretz Weekly podcast with Noah and his comrade-in-politics Inbal Orpaz on why they are running for city council and what they stand for. The tryptophan alone is reason enough to listen!…

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The Promised Podcast

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New Year's Wish from the Promised Podcast 13:02

14d ago13:02

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After a momentous week, after many momentous months, the Promised Podcast wishes you and yours a new year of every good thing!

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz on the Malchut of Rosh Hashanah 14:06

15d ago14:06

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Welcoming the New Year with Rabbi Akiva Tatz is already something to celebrate on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast. Producer and Host Heather Dean explores with Rabbi Tatz a variety of concepts about Rosh Hashanah based on his new sefer, “Shabbat and the Festivals,” and his classic “Living Inspired.”What should we focus on during Rosh Hashanah s…

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Featured Shiurim

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The Holocaust – The Destruction and Rebuilding of the World (with Q&A) 42:24

16d ago42:24

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By Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky

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The Promised Podcast

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The “The Memory & the Blessing” Edition 50:40

21d ago50:40

50:40

Maybe no one is a better symbol of how Israel is changing (and did more to cause this change) than Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, who died at 83 in 2020.

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Slovie Jungreis-Wolff Speaks about the Soul of Parenting 23:20

22d ago23:20

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Slovie Jungreis-Wolff is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, covering a wide range of parenting topics – with a lot of soul.Slovie’s legacy as daughter of esteemed Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis a”h, as well as her own training, informs Slovie’s boundless passion for healthy, well-functioning families.Some of the topics…

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Contrition” Edition 1:28:49

29d ago1:28:49

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Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —It Ain’t the Economy, Stupid!— Israel may be the most expensive country in the world, and that fact has zero-zi…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Living in the Land by Yoel Berman and the Experiences of Diaspora Jews who Come Home to Israel 14:52

1M ago14:52

14:52

Heather Dean’s featured guest in this episode of “613 Books” Podcast is Yoel Berman, who compiled a book called, “Living in the Land: First-hand Accounts of Bnei Torah and their Families.”Yoel is involved in a variety of initiatives to educate his fellow Jews about the centrality of Eretz Yisrael for all of the Jewish people, as well as about the g…

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Won’t Anyone Think of the Children?!?” Edition 1:28:38

1M ago1:28:38

1:28:38

Linda Gradstein, Noah Efron, and scholar-public intellectual-podcaster Masua Sagiv discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Extremism in the Name of Moderation— Extremism in the name of moderation is no v…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier and His Book Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make 26:02

1M ago26:02

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Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, discussing many time-tested and halachically-sourced principles about Jewish marriage contained in his book, Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make.Rabbi Shafier provides a wealth of solid, achievable and at times surprising advice about …

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Featured Shiurim

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Bringing Students into the World of Holiness (with Q&A) 1:13:01

1M ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Delivered over Zoom to a Mechanchim Group 8/20/23 02:11 Bringing Students into the World of Holiness 22:41 Should we teach students to become a big talmid chacham or as great an Oved Hashem as possible? 33:30 Inspiring Girls 36:16 Most Important Messages for Students 45:39 Addressing Issues of “Toavah” 54:31 Talking to Students About Their Shortcom…

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The Promised Podcast

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The “General Malaise?” Edition 1:19:53

1M ago1:19:53

1:19:53

Linda Gradstein and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Out of Dodge?— A recent poll shows that almost one in three Israelis are thinking about leaving the country. But are all these folks…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Kim Strassel of The Wall Street Journal talks about The Biden Malaise 27:57

1M ago27:57

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SPECIAL EDITION: ISRAEL AND THE NATIONSHeather Dean’s featured guest in this episode is Kimberley Strassel, The Wall Street Journal’s Editorial Board member and author of THE BIDEN MALAISE: How America Bounces Back from Joe Biden’s Dismal Repeat of the Jimmy Carter Years.Has the Joe Biden Presidency been good for Israel? … what about the U.S. and t…

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Featured Shiurim

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Q&A – Yeshivas Mir Summer Camp (5783) 1:50:03

2M ago1:50:03

1:50:03

01:22 Entertainment and Relaxation 04:45 Echod Yotzei l’Horaah 08:18 Protesting the Light Rail 15:30 Building a Relationship with Hashem 17:54 Giving Honor to Someone Who Runs Away From It 23:55 Feelings About Someone Who Is Off the Derech 27:46 The Difficulty of Inyonei Kedusha 30:19 “Echta V’Ashuv” 34:11 Letting Loose 37:51 Do “Hurt People – Hurt…

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Prabhuji Podcast

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The Meditative Collapse 6:50

2M ago6:50

6:50

By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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Featured Shiurim

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Q&A – NCSY Kollel (5783) 41:57

2M ago41:57

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Delivered at the NCSY Kollel, Israel 8/9/23 00:14 Introduction – Incorporating Torah into Life 09:01 Teaching Students About Controversy 12:03 Future of American Jewry 16:23 Biggest Challenge for High School Students 21:38 Feelings for Elul (and for Judaism in General) 24:30 When Learning is too Easy and Cheap 26:37 Challenging Students without Sca…

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Featured Shiurim

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Unity, While Disagreeing 18:51

2M ago18:51

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Delivered at the NCSY Kollel, Israel 8/9/23By Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Wonderwomen” Edition 1:25:05

2M ago1:25:05

1:25:05

Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Shikma— Does it matter that the first-among-equals leader of Israel’s biggest-ever protest movement is a woman (and a renowned…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Spiritual Motivation and Jewish Meditation with Author and Educator Sara Blau 26:14

2M ago26:14

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We’re all deep thinkers, right? But who has time to actually meditate? And what is ‘Jewish’ meditation?Heather Dean’s guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast is educator, international speaker and author Sara Blau, and she has written two incredible books for us to better and more fully meditate on authentic Jewish wisdom that will improve our…

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Dei Ex Machina?” Edition 1:27:54

2M ago1:27:54

1:27:54

Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —National Unity?— Does the idea of tossing out of the government the far-right parties, and swapping in the center-left, makes …

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Chanale Talks about Her Life-long Love of Jewish Books 17:34

2M ago17:34

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What does your beach bag want between your giant towel and flip-flops? Sunscreen would be it. Baz Luhrmann reference aside, it’s not summer without great summer “reads.” And for listeners of 613 Books Podcast, reading is always in season! Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or occasional book fancier, you’ll enjoy host Heather Dean’s conversation wi…

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Featured Shiurim

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Kinnah 21 – Arzei Levanon – R’ Eliezer Zusia Portugal, The Skulener Rebbe 57:54

2M ago57:54

57:54

By Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky

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The Promised Podcast

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The “What Happened? What Happens Now?” Edition 1:29:46

2M ago1:29:46

1:29:46

Linda Gradstein, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —What Happened?— The government passed the law that limits the court’s ability to limit the Ministers and cab…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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The Books We’re Reading during The Three Weeks and Tisha b’Av 32:08

2M ago32:08

32:08

In this episode of 613 Book Podcast, we are focusing on some of the books that Jewish readers are perusing and recommending during this period of mourning on our calendar. Award-winning journalist and theatre director, Toby Klein Greenwald leads the way with reading suggestions that are varied and powerful. Author and community leader Miriam Lieber…

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Jewish Money Matters

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340: Tips for negotiating a new job 26:27

2M ago26:27

26:27

B”H This week on Jewish Money Matters’ Ask Yael episode, Yael answers a listener who’s having a hard time making responsible financial choices and upgrades in lifestyle. Another one is in angst over the past two year’s stock market volatility, and finally, a young woman is looking for her first job out of graduate school and looking for negotiating…

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Heat of Summer” Edition 1:52:41

2M ago1:52:41

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Sally Abed, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss three topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Fortress of Democracy?— Does anyone really think it would be a good idea for Israel’s Supreme Court to fire Ben…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Exclusive Preview with Menachem Weinreb on Mystical Matters of the Bible and Beyond 21:59

2M ago21:59

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THE BOOK FOR EVERYONE’S COFFEE TABLEThis is where artist and Creative Director at Mishpacha Magazine @Menachem Weinreb would like to see his new book “Mystical Matters of the Bible and Beyond” as you’ll hear in his 613 Books Podcast interview with host Heather Dean. This is your very own preview of Heather’s pick for what she predicts will be the n…

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Jewish Money Matters

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339: Aleeza Ben Shalom, Netflix Host of Jewish Matchmaking 55:14

2M ago55:14

55:14

B”H Aleeza Ben Shalom, star of the Netflix series Jewish Matchmaking, and long time friend of the show, is back! Yes, Aliza has the leading role on the Netflix series, but as you’ll soon hear, G-d is not hiding behind the scenes, but right on camera with her. We get into the behind the scenes, the things she negotiated, how she managed to work with…

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Featured Shiurim

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How to be a Trustworthy Steward of Hashem’s Bracha 36:28

3M ago36:28

36:28

Delivered Motzei Shabbos Matos Masei 5783 7/15/23 in Luxor EstatesBy Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky

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Jewish Money Matters

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338: My child is making money. What should I encourage her to do with it? 30:22

3M ago30:22

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B”H This episode of Ask Yael on Jewish Money Matters Podcast, is all about financial responsibility, talking to children and maaser. A listener asks what she should be teaching her child who is now making money? Another listener asks what is the best bank account for maaser, or tithe money? Also, do we give anytime someone asks? And finally, how to…

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Featured Shiurim

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Ashkenaz 01 – Addressing K’hal Adas Yisroel (Lauder Yeshurun) 31:58

3M ago31:58

31:58

On July 9 – 12, R’ Aaron led a group on a “Journey through Ashkenaz”, exploring 1000 years of Germany Jewry. On the first night, R’ Aaron spoke at the new K’hal Adas Yisroel, part of Lauder Yeshurun, in Berlin. He spoke about the centrality of work and effort in matters of Ruchniyos. For… Continue reading Ashkenaz 01 – Addressing K’hal Adas Yisroel…

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The Promised Podcast

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The “It Ain’t the Heat, It’s the Fluidity” Edition 1:37:19

3M ago1:37:19

1:37:19

Miriam Herschlag, Don Futterman and Noah Efron discuss three topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Phase Change?— As summer heats up, there’s an escalation of the protests and counter-protests. Looks like it’s goi…

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Jewish Money Matters

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337: Beyond the Art of Fundraising with Rabbi Shmuly Rothman 1:04:40

3M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

B”H Think this episode is just about fundraising? Think again! Yes, fundraising, a fascinating topic frames this conversation, but what you will learn about money, business, and life is priceless. Today I’m in conversation with Fundraising Coach, Rabbi Shmuly Rothman. How did Rabbi Rothman end up as a fundraising coach? Money mindset and how does i…

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At Home in Jerusalem

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Jonah Simcha Chaim Muskat-Brown on Expanding Potential during The Three Weeks 18:21

3M ago18:21

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Airing during The Three Weeks, Heather welcomes Toronto-based author, educator, and social worker Jonah Simcha Chaim Muskat-Brown to discuss the information and inspiration in his book, Expanding Potential on this episode 613 Books podcast.While this time period on the Jewish calendar elicits feelings of dread and darkness to so many, Jonah offers …

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The Promised Podcast

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The “Good Trouble” Edition 1:33:52

3M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

As the massive protests enter their seventh month, the Promised Podcast looks at the place of protest in Israeli society. (This episode contains time-tested content from the vault, so you know it’s good!)

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At Home in Jerusalem

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See You! Riva Pomerantz Bestselling Novel about a Perfectionist’s Imperfect Life 13:45

3M ago13:45

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This episode of 613 Books podcast features host Heather Dean’s interview with bestselling author Riva Pomerantz about her novel, "See You!" Riva talks about crafting the dramatic twists and turns that the newly-widowed protagonist must face despite her headstrong inclination to appear perfect in everyone’s eyes. *** SPECIAL OFFER ALERT! *** Exclusi…

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Jewish Money Matters

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336: The Pursuit of Greatness with Rabbi Shmuel Reichman (Replay) 1:21:49

3M ago1:21:49

1:21:49

B”H Do you have to have a dramatic life experience to find your true calling, to discover your potential, to achieve greatness? Today’s Jewish Money Matters Podcast guest, Performance Coach, Rabbi Shmuel Reichman says no. Today is all about performance, greatness and well, money. Rabbi Shmuel Reichman is on a mission to help people wake up and give…

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Jewish Money Matters

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335: Ask Yael — My husband doesn’t believe in budgeting and that living Jewishly means living above our means 34:50

3M ago34:50

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B”H In this week’s Ask Yael episode of Jewish Money Matters Podcast, I answer: What is Yael’s investment philosophy and strategy? “Help! My husband doesn’t believe in budgeting. We have credit card debt and he says living Jewishly means living above our means.” Plus, “What’s the best way to start repaying my brother for a loan?” The doors to my onl…

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