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The Shmuz

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Episodes

Why Mitzrayim is Pivotal

Gut erev Shabbos hagodol! Here’s a fundamental yesod. The more you think about it, the deeper it gets. Try it out when you’re preparing for yomtov! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 31, 202354 sec

Learning to Love Hashem

You know that the whole point of Pesach is to strengthen your Emunah and know Hashem loves you, right? If you want to make it real to you this year, this Shmuz will take you step by step on what you need to focus on. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Mar 30, 20231 hr 3 min

Gaining Control of Who You Are

Erev Pesach can be a stressful time. Be nice! Want a copy of Rabbi Shafier’s best-selling marriage book? Go to www.TheShmuz.com to learn how you can snag yourself some life-changing yt reading! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Mar 29, 20232 min

Living Through the Makkos Part 3

Living Through the Makkos A four-part, in depth look at יציאת מצרים through the eyes of our מפרשים Kick off your Seder with confidence, knowing you have a full pocket of dazzling דברי תורה to share Go Deeper with an accessible look at the major מפרשים, you’ll be able to rise above a kindergartener’s knowledge of the מכות Prepare to see your kid’s eyeballs pop when you tell them what really happened in מצרים Your journey out of מצרים begins now! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by Jewis...

Mar 29, 20231 hr 25 min

Living Through the Makkos Part 2

Living Through the Makkos A four-part, in depth look at יציאת מצרים through the eyes of our מפרשים Kick off your Seder with confidence, knowing you have a full pocket of dazzling דברי תורה to share Go Deeper with an accessible look at the major מפרשים, you’ll be able to rise above a kindergartener’s knowledge of the מכות Prepare to see your kid’s eyeballs pop when you tell them what really happened in מצרים Your journey out of מצרים begins now! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by Jewis...

Mar 29, 20231 hr 18 min

Rabbi Shafier on the Kolot Podcast

KOLOT is a project of the Columbus Community Kollel, a full time learning center in Bexley staffed with a dedicated group of rabbis who will learn and teach Torah to men, women, boys and girls of all backgrounds and affiliations. Columbus Jewish News is a Media Sponsor for KOLOT. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a do...

Mar 28, 20231 hr 1 min

Rabbi Shafier on the Coach Menachem Show

Taking Our Marriage to The Next Level - The Roles and Responsibilities of The Husband & Wife This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 28, 20232 hr 18 min

Praise and Honor Aren't Due to Me

If you’re feeling disconnected from Hashem, this short video can give you a new perspective. Have a wonderful Shabbos! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 24, 20231 min

Living Through the Makkos Part 1

Ok, I think even the most relaxed amongst us are starting to think about Pesach now...and you know what’s *just perfect* to have playing while you’re cleaning or packing up? Living Through the Makkos of course! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Mar 22, 202356 min

Shmuz on the Parsha: Vayikra

The word ‘vayikra’ is written in a sefer Torah with a small aleph. Our mesorah tells us that Moshe Rabbeinu was uncomfortable with the Torah recording that Hashem called out to him, and begged Hashem to alter the wording of the posuk. When Hashem refused, Moshe Rabbeinu wrote ‘vayikra’ with a small aleph instead. The Baal HaTurim comments that this is a sign of Moshe’s incredible level of humility, yet it begs the obvious question: a humble man listens to his Creator and obeys His commands. Agai...

Mar 22, 202342 min

Talent on Loan from G-d

It’s easy to fall into the arrogance trap. Don’t be that guy! This is taken from The Shmuz on the Parsha, Parshas Vayikra. Watch the full Shmuz here: https://bit.ly/3pMjcnO This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Mar 20, 20231 min

The Greatness Within Me

30sec clip: The Greatness Within Me You know this. But sometimes, we all need a little motivation. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 19, 202329 sec

The Power of Davening

You get to talk to the Creator of Heaven and Earth. Isn’t that pretty amazing? Have a wonderful Shabbos! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 17, 20232 min

Moments Before Moshiach

If you feel like you’re living moments before Moshiach, remember this: Hashem is the one keeping everything in existence. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 16, 20232 min

Parshas Vayakhel: Men are from Mars

In this week’s parsha, we come to the making of the kiyor , fashioned from the mirrors of the Jewish women. Moshe Rabbeinu was initially reluctant to accept this offering, wary that something that was used for female beautification would be inappropriate in the Mishkan. Hashem replies that these mirrors are actually the most beloved. Why did Moshe think Hashem wouldn’t want the mirrors? What does this week’s parsha teach us about the role of female beauty? Listen now to discover the role of attr...

Mar 14, 202348 min

We're Not in Control

This is something that requires a constant reminder This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 13, 202349 sec

The Secret to a Successful Relationship

Everyone knows men and women are different. Until they get married. This clip is taken from Shmuz on the Parsha: *Parshas Vayakel: Men are from Mars*. Watch the full shmuz on Parshas Vayakhel here: https://vimeo.com/397772107 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Mar 12, 20232 min

Your Net Worth

How much do you value yourself? If it’s based on your financial net worth, you could find yourself in trouble. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 10, 20232 min

Does Money Bring Happiness?

What brings more happiness- winning the lottery or becoming paraplegic? This clip is a total paradigm shift. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 09, 20232 min

Ki Sisa: For the Love of Money

In today’s society, you are relentlessly bombarded with two fallacies: One, that money equals happiness and two, that your sense of self should be defined by your net worth. The Torah rejects both of these ideas. Yet we see from this week’s parsha that attraction to money is something inherent in the briah . In this uncomfortably relevant Shmuz, Rabbi Shafier encourages you to take a long hard look at how you judge yourself and others- are your attitudes towards money in line with Torah hashkafa...

Mar 08, 202351 min

What Bridge did Dovid HaMelech Jump Off?

Got post-Purim regret? This video can help This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 08, 20233 min

Megillas Esther Session Four: On Death and Dinim

In the fourth session on Megillas Esther, Rabbi Shafier brings the conclusion of the Megillah dramatically to life. From Haman’s sudden demise to our own swift salvation, this class will explain the final perakim with additional insight and depth. Discover why Purim is considered to be greater than the kabbola at Har Sinai, how Haman’s unchecked arrogance inevitably led to his downfall and what forced Mordechai to leave the Sanhedrin. If you’re looking to reach a higher madreiga this Purim, havi...

Mar 06, 20231 hr 20 min

How to be Arrogant Proof

This simple technique will stop you from becoming arrogant. Listen now to keep your middos in check! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Mar 03, 20231 min

'I Failed' Doesn't Make You a Failure

Reminder: ‘I failed’ doesn’t make you a failure This is taken from The Shmuz on the Parsha. Watch the full Shmuz on Parshas Tizaveh here: https://vimeo.com/394790017 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Mar 01, 20231 min

Arrogance is a Lie

Know an arrogant person? This clip is for you This video is taken from The Shmuz on the Parsha. Watch the full Shmuz on Parshas Tizaveh here: https://vimeo.com/394790017 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Feb 27, 20232 min

Megillas Esther Session Three: Esther’s Big Deal Request

Esther stands at the threshold of the throne room, prepared to forfeit her life in this world and the next. Instead, she is assisted by three melachim, achieves ruach hakodesh and is the catalyst for Klal Yisroel’s eventual salvation. Aside from the obvious message that Hashem can always flip things around in an instant, there are many other life lessons to be learnt. Firstly, Esther’s people skills are exemplary. Want to ask for a raise? Just follow Esther’s three point plan on how to submit a ...

Feb 27, 20231 hr

The Shmuz on the Parsha: Parshas Terumah- How Much Histadlus Should I Do?

This week's parsha is about the creation of the menorah. The menorah was destined to be made through miracles. So why did Hashem give Moshe instructions on how to make it? What was the purpose of Moshe's effort? Knowing the balance between bitachon and hishtadlus is something we all struggle with. Health, shidduchim, parnassah... how much effort should I do? What if too much histadlus is driving me crazy? Wouldn't a real baal bitachon leave it all to Hashem? In this clarifying shiur, Rabbi Shafi...

Feb 23, 202354 min

A World of Pleasure

This dvar Torah will give your Shabbos table plenty to think about. Have a beautiful Shabbos! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Feb 23, 20231 min

The One Gemara the Satan Doesn't Want You to Know

The one gemara the satan doesn’t want you to know may just change your life. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Feb 22, 20233 min

What Happens When You Suceed?

It’s easy to believe in Hashem when you’re broke. What choice do you have? It’s when you succeed that things get sticky. This video is taken from The Shmuz on the Parsha. Watch the full Shmuz on Parshas Terumah here: https://vimeo.com/393308196 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/je...

Feb 20, 20232 min
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