The Rabbi Stark Podcast
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.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 386
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Shovavim: Yesodos
Upon the completion of Sefer Bereshis and the beginning of Sefer Shemos, these next weeks are commonly referred to as "shovavim." However, what exactly is shovavim and what is one supposed to work on…
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 6: Sefers Bamidbar and Devarim
Upon completing the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Vayikra, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS will complete the Ramban's hakdamos al haTorah; by finishing both the hakdamah to Sefer Bamidbar and that of Sefer D…
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 5: Sefer Vayikra
Upon completing the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Shemos, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS moves on to the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Vayikra.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 4: Sefer Shemos
Upon completing the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Bereshis, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS moves on to the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Shemos.
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Recognizing The Good 6: 100 Opportunities A Day
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Recognizing The Good series continues but this is no accident. Clearly the Mashgiach had more to share on this topic and Hashem wasn't ready for it to be moved on…
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 3: Sefer Bereshis 3
This weeks FUNDAMENTALS episode marks the completion of the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Bereshis.
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Recognizing The Good 5: Thank You For Letting Us Say "Thank You"
In this last segment of Recognizing The Good, the mashgiach discusses why we even have to be thankful for being able to thank Hashem.
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 2: Sefer Bereshis 2
In this week's episode of FUNDAMENTALS the mashgiach continues with the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Bereshis.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 1: Sefer Bereshis 1
Upon completing the hakdamah to the Sefer HaChinuch, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS moves on to the hakdamos of the Ramban on the Torah. The Ramban has a different hakdamah for each of the 5 books of the…
The Simcha Of Chanukah
On Yom Tov we say Chag Sameach, because there is a chiyuv of simcha, which is brought about by the seuda. However, on Chanukah when there is no chiyuv seuda, where does this "simcha" come from?
*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 4: Ikrei Emunah
In FUNDAMENTALS, episode 4, the hakdamah of the Sefer HaChinuch addresses the principles of our "faith."
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Recognizing The Good 4: (Chanukah) The War On Hakaras HaTov
It is no coincidence that Chanukah is upon us while we are smack in middle of the sugya of Hakaras HaTov. Hakaras HaTov represents recognizing the positive impact others have had on your life, while …
*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 3: Yissurim & Olam Haba
In episode 3 of FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark covers the ideas, in the Sefer HaChinuch's hakdamah, of yissurim and Olam Haba.
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Recognizing The Good 3: A Self-Made Man
In this weeks schmooze the mashgiach continues discussing how Hakaras HaTov is all about recognizing that we are not self-made people.
*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 2: Why Did Hashem Give Us The Torah?
In episode 2 of FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark covers the portion of the Sefer HaChinuch's hakdamah which addresses why Hashem gave us the Torah to begin with.
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Recognizing The Good 2: I Pay Tuition!
Continuing in the theme of recognizing the good, Rabbi Stark expounds upon how Hakaras HaTov is not about saying "thank you" but rather is all about recognition of the good which exists in all aspect…
(NEW SERIES) *FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 1: Mass Revelation vs A Leap Of Faith
In this new series—aptly named "FUNDAMENTALS"—Rabbi Stark goes through the hakdamos to various primary sources of Torah principles. This teaching style allows the audience, who are encouraged to foll…
Recognizing The Good 1: Hakaras HaTov
For the next few weeks, R' Stark dives deep into what he believes is the root of Yiddiskeit—creating a real relationship with Hashem. However, to form such a relationship, we must first understand an…
Investing In Our Learning
After discussing the importance of Yeshiva and the advantages it offers one who wants to truly grow in their learning, R' Stark focuses on how one properly invests in their learning.
Why A Yeshiva Is Called "Yeshiva"
Yeshivah Aderes Hatorah is finally back in session and the Mashgiach is at long last able to be giving his schmoozim in person. To commemorate this momentous occasion, Rabbi Stark examines the deeper…