Is G-d in Heaven or on Earth? - Rabbi Shais Taub

Serving Jews Who Serve - Rabbi Maj.(s) Elie Estrin: As a Chaplain in the US Air Force and a member of the Aleph Institute, Rabbi Estrin has helped Jews in all branches of the US Military. A peek into this little-known Jewish community and their unique experiences with sometimes humorous and sometimes tragic outcomes. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

59 min listen

Leaving Our Personal Slavery - Mrs. Sara Esther Crispe: Mrs. Crispe takes a lesson from the Exodus of Egypt and applies it our daily lives and personal growth. by Judaism's Top Talks

43 min listen

Seder Customs and Symbols Explained - Rabbi Menachem Wolf: Explore the Passover Seder through a mystical lens from beginning to end. by Judaism's Top Talks

25 min listen

Paradise, Hell, and Reincarnation - Rabbi Manis Friedman: Modern science has uncovered many mysteries regarding life, but it has little to say about death. Join Rabbi Manis Friedman for an excursion to a place from which we can see what awaits us all. The good news is that we will travel roundtrip. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

51 min listen

My Unparalleled Life: Unstoppable and Unforgettable - Women's Panel Discussion: A conversation between, Mrs. Dana Gavin, Mrs. Chana Greenstein, Ms. Basya Hans, Mrs. Shaindy Jacobson, Mrs. Ya'el Roth. Peek into the personal and professional lives of four successful, happy-to-be-Jewish women on the journey of life. Unapologetic and with unmatched spirit, each of the diverse panelists will share what propels her in her mission, fusing faith and modernity. Together, they form a beautiful snapshot of a remarkable life. This panel was featured at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

59 min listen

How to Defeat Antisemitism -Rabbi Moshe Bryski: As the world has seen a rise in antisemitism in city streets and on university campuses, what can we do to ebb the tide? Should we be fighting back? This address was given at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

38 min listen

Recipe for Resilience: Bouncing Back, Moving Forward - Dr. Rona Novick: Resilience is considered key to surviving and thriving through difficult periods in our lives. How do we build our resilience, enabling us to continue in the face of adversity? This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

51 min listen

The Rebbe's Positivity Bias - Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson: The Rebbe inspired hundreds of thousands of lives with his determination to see the good in every person and situation. Hear the amazing stories, and discover the awesome and transformative power of positivity. This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

60 min listen

Purim: Real Love - Rabbi Dov Yona Korn: How do we get the oil out without crushing the olive? Rabbi Dov Yona Korn begins with Purim and the Jew’s acceptance of the Torah even though they are in exile, and struggling with existence. Why is it that when Jews are crushed they stand strong in their observance, and yet when in an environment of freedom and acceptance huge numbers run to assimilate and intermarry. Rabbi Korn, with his exuberant persona, presents a 4 step process to remain firmly Jewish without being crushed. by Judaism's Top Talks

25 min listen

Are They Just Making Stuff Up? - Rabbi Yossi New: Let's face it: the Rabbis have added many strictures in Judaism. What's the deal? What gives them the authority anyways? Put your reservations about rabbinic Judaism to bed in this important journey. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

48 min listen

Spirituality Is Simple - Mr. Smitty Grider & Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman: Adding spirituality to your life can be simple and a valuable tool for engaging with all the "stuff" that comes your way. A conversation between a rabbi and a therapist about small steps you can take to make yourself less angry and more present and accepting of yourself and others. This session took place at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

53 min listen

Of Medicine, Miracles, and Mindsets- Mrs. Chaya Rochel & Rabbi Elie Estrin: Embark on the story of a remarkable medical journey. When their child was diagnosed in utero with complex congenital heart and gastrointestinal defects, Elie and Chaya Rochel Estrin knew they had a challenging ride ahead. Inspired by the Jewish approach to life, the Estrins battled for their baby's life despite dire predictions of a six-hour lifespan. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

68 min listen

Jews and Pews: A Response to the Pew Study: The 2020 Pew Study, released in May 2021, is the subject of talk around town, and many are worried about the future of Judaism in America. Hear some of the study’s findings and what they mean from rabbis, community leaders, and educators. Sometimes the numbers don’t tell the whole story. This panel comprising of Rabbi Dr. Michael Berger, Rabbi Chaim Bruk, Rabbi Moshe Bryski, Mrs. Holly Cohen, and Mrs. Pamela Dubin was featured at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

54 min listen

Your Brain on G-d: The Implications for Mental Health - Dr. Andrew Newberg: G-d is great--for your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Neuroscientist Andrew Newberg discusses the benefits of faith based on new evidence culled from brain-scan studies, a wide-reaching survey of people's religious and spiritual experiences, and analyses of adult drawings of G-d. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

52 min listen

Thirsting for G-d - Rabbi Shais Taub: What does an unexplored correspondence between psychoanalyst Carl Jung and Alcoholics Anonymous cofounder Bill W. reveal about the spiritual component of addiction? How does it help us understand something that the Chasidic masters taught about the human need to connect with G-d? Learn all that as you hear the fascinating story of how the 12 Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous began. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

52 min listen

Pulling from the Past to Fuel the Future: The Power of Teshuvah - Mrs. Dassie New: The Talmud teaches, “A baal teshuvah stands in a place where even the most righteous cannot stand.” What is teshuvah (repentance)? Is it just saying, “I’m sorry”? That’s hardly grand! Discover the power of teshuvah, Judaism’s gift of redemptive transformation. by Judaism's Top Talks

50 min listen

Inclusion and the Power of the Individual - Rabbi Ari Sollish: Inclusion is an important social issue of our time, and rightly so. A society can be judged by how it values and treats every single member. How ought we relate to people with differences, and how can we create more inclusive communities that nurture the gifts of every individual? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

47 min listen

The Case for Marriage - Rabbi YY Jacobson: With the institution of marriage decaying at an alarming rate, it’s time for an honest discussion on love and relationships. In a world that is more connected than ever, why do we sometimes feel so alone? How did family, friends and spouses become strangers to one another? Dive into the human psyche as we identify what makes people click and how our society can find love once more. This lecture was delivered at the 8th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

72 min listen

The Language of Hope and Science of Change - Dr. Deborah Teplow: Judaism is a religion of holy words, and through our words, we serve Hashem. Our words also shape our reality. Optimize the power of your words to transform your life and the lives of others. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

47 min listen

The Living Torah: From Sinai to Cyberspace Rabbi Chaim Block: Has Judaism evolved? Explore the development of the written and oral Torah, the twin traditions that stretch back to Sinai. Learn how to use ancient halachic principles to find solutions to contemporary dilemmas. You will put the eternality of Torah to the test by scrutinizing its relevance today. by Judaism's Top Talks

58 min listen

Mental Housekeeping - Dr. Rona Novick: The average person has 6,200 thoughts every day. Are they substantial or just fleeting? Should we value all of them? Just some of them? A look at the psychological and Torah view on these brain flashes. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

50 min listen

Is Loving Yourself a Mitzvah?- Rabbi YY Jacobson: With all the popularity of self care, love and acceptance, you may be wondering, “what does Judaism believe?” Join us for powerful journey into the intersection of self-recognition and service of G-d. This session took place at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

45 min listen

Living a Superhuman Life - Rabbi Ari Sollish: We expend so much time and energy chasing our dreams, but does it come at the expense of our integrity and happiness? Jewish teachings turn our quest on its head, and place the keys to our greatest dreams firmly in our hands. Learn how to navigate the incredible path Judaism sets for us to achieve a truly superhuman life. by Judaism's Top Talks

61 min listen

Navigating Life in an Uncertain World - Dr. Rona Novick: The future is unknown and sometimes frightening. Learn the tools for managing the stress of everyday life and the curve balls thrown at us along the way. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

54 min listen

Why Laughter Is a Lifesaver - Rabbi Abba Perelmuter: In this workshop brimming with Kosher humor, Rabbi Abba Perelmuter offers advice on how to deal with life’s challenges in a most effective way - with joy. Rabbi Perelmuter has been moving audiences across the US with his seemingly endless reserve of comical anecdotes. In this lecture he provides comic-laden insightsfor better daily interactions with our families, friends and even ourselves. This lecture was delivered at the 8th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

42 min listen

Is G-d in Heaven or on Earth? - Rabbi Shais Taub: The Psalmist says, "The heavens are for G-d, and the Earth is for mankind." But is this the case? What does a spiritual G-d want to do with a physical Earth? Can there be something about this world we are not seeing? This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

54 min listen

Sukkot and the Four Species: Finding Individuality Within Unity - Mrs. Shimona Tzukernik: Explore the Four Species which are taken on Sukkot: the Lulav, Etrog, Myrtle and Willow, and their representation in our lives. by Judaism's Top Talks

20 min listen

Finding Your Mission in Life - Charlie Harary: Without some greater goal to aim for, life is a boring cycle of sleep, eat, work, repeat. We each should have a mission, something that drives us and gives meaning to our lives. Living with this awareness adds color to grey, spice to the bland. Discover how we can connect to our purpose as individuals, and as part of the Jewish nation. This lecture took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

49 min listen

Repairing Rainbows- Mrs. Lynda Fishman: At age 13, Lynda’s mother and sisters died in a plane crash. Her father was shattered and she was left to fend for herself. Her memoir, Repairing Rainbows, shares how she found the courage, tenacity, and strength to become happy and lead a meaningful life. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

39 min listen

The Gift of Jewish Giving - Panel Discussion: Sharing an etymological root with tzedek (justice), tzedakah (charity) is a central Jewish ethic featured in many holidays and highlighted in the Talmud. Learn from Jewish philanthropists, as well as the founder of The Jewish giving Pledge, why they give, where they give, and what they get. This panel was featured Mrs. Pamela Dubin, Mr. Mike Leven, Rabbi Hirshy Minkowicz & Mr. Eyal Postelnik at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com. by Judaism's Top Talks

52 min listen

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