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Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection

The Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection is the one-stop shop for the Torah inspiration shared by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe in one simple feed. The Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Parsha Review Podcast, Thinking Talmudist Podcast, Living Jewishly Podcast and Unboxing Judaism Podcast all in one convenient place. Enjoy!

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Ep. 90 - 🎤 Ask Away! #31: Moshiach, Fiddler on the...

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2026/02/25

In this interactive Q&A episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe addresses listener questions on a range of Jewish topics, starting with a critique of the musical/film Fiddler on the Roof. He argues it has harmed American Judaism by portraying Jewish observance as mere "tradition" rather than divine Torah commandments, leading to shaky foundations where practices become optional or emotion-based, rather than rooted in absolute truth and commitment to God. He contrasts this with the unbreakable

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38:00

Why God Doesn't Want a Fancy House – He Wants THIS...

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2026/02/22

In this episode of the Parsha Review Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores Parshas Terumah, focusing on the commandment to build the Mishkan (Tabernacle) shortly after the giving of the Torah, the Golden Calf incident, and the atonement on Yom Kippur. He connects the timeline from Mount Sinai through Yom Kippur to the overwhelming voluntary donations for the Tabernacle, which overflowed so much that contributions had to stop—mirroring the eternal day of forgiveness where personal repentance

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33:47

Ep 104 - He Slept for 70 Years (Ta'anit 23a)

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2026/02/22

In this Thinking Talmudist episode on Gittin 23a–b, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues exploring stories of Choni HaMe’aggel (Choni the Circle-Maker), focusing on his extraordinary character, humility, and the profound lessons of long-term thinking, gratitude, and divine providence.Key narratives and teachings:The carob tree story — Choni sees a man planting a carob tree that takes 70 years to bear fruit. He asks, “Do you expect to live another 70 years?” The man replies: “My ancestors planted for

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HODU - 1 [Prayer: Pesukei Dezimra/Verses of Song #4]

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2026/02/22

In this Prayer Podcast episode on Hodu (the first section of Pesukei Dezimra), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explains its structure, purpose, and deeper meaning. Hodu consists of 50 verses (from Chronicles and Psalms), divided into three parts, recited either before or after Baruch She'amar (depending on Ashkenaz/Sephard custom) to remove spiritual barriers (klipot) from the morning offerings and elevate prayer.Key points:Hodu = Give thanks — The prayer begins with a charge to declare Hashem’s name and

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27:49

The 5 Dangers of Associating with Evildoers—Mussar...

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2026/02/20

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 130), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Flattery (Chanufa) from Orchos Tzaddikim, detailing the profound dangers of associating with or validating the wicked (resha’im), even without direct praise.Key teachings:Befriending the wicked is flattery — Associating with evildoers implies acceptance (“I’m okay with you as you are”) and gives them validation. It’s itself an act of chanufa.Five major dangers of such association: You love someone

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13:01

Haman Had It ALL—But ONE thing made it “Worth Nothing”

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2026/02/18

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Rosh Chodesh Adar), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the deeper meaning of Purim through Haman’s character and the Talmudic hint connecting him to the Tree of Knowledge in Genesis (“Hamin ha’etz” = Haman’s letters). Haman had everything—wealth, power, the king’s ring, family, universal bowing—yet one Jew (Mordechai) refusing to bow made it all “worth nothing” to him.This mirrors Adam and Eve: they had everything in Eden except one tree—yet focused only

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When “Positive” Words Harm (Day 129 - Orchos...

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2026/02/18

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 129), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Flattery (Chanufa) from Orchos Tzaddikim, focusing on the third major aspect: praising or commending the wicked (reshayim) in their presence or before others—even indirectly.Key teachings:Praising the wicked — Saying “he’s a good person,” “he’s pleasant,” or highlighting minor good deeds—even without justifying their evil—is forbidden. It risks elevating them undeservedly and creating stumbling

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Flattery’s Second Face: When “Positive” Words Harm...

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2026/02/17

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 128), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Flattery (Chanufa) from Orchos Tzaddikim, focusing on the second major aspect: praising or commending the wicked (even indirectly) in front of others.Key teachings:Praising evildoers (in their presence or behind their backs) is forbidden—even if not explicitly justifying their evil. Saying “he’s a good guy” or highlighting minor good deeds risks elevating them undeservedly.This creates stumbling

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Smooth Tongue, Crooked Heart—How to Avoid The...

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2026/02/16

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 127), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe begins the Gate of Flattery (Sha’ar HaChanufa) from Orchos Tzaddikim, warning that flattery is a grave sin—often more dangerous than outright falsehood—because it distorts truth for personal gain. The chapter divides flattery into nine categories, with the rabbi focusing on the first and its severe consequences.Key teachings:First category of flattery — Praising or speaking smoothly to a known rasha (wicked person),

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🎤 Ask Away Junior Edition: Kids Ask, Rabbi Answers...

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2026/02/16

In this special Ask Away “Junior Edition” of the Everyday Judaism podcast, recoded during the Super Bowl Halftime, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe opens the floor to a group of young yeshiva students (ages 12–14) who ask thoughtful, deep questions on halacha, Torah, and Jewish life. The rabbi answers with warmth, clarity, and practical wisdom, often tying responses to broader lessons in emunah, mitzvot, and character.Key questions & answers:Aryeh Buchwald: Why does Hashem put us in Olam HaZeh instead

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Ep 103 - Choni Draws a Circle—And Forces Rain from...

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2026/02/16

In this Thinking Talmudist episode on Ta'anit 22b, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the Talmudic teachings on rain as a divine blessing (geshem), its timing, and spiritual lessons from stories of Choni HaMe'agel (Choni the Circle-Maker), the greatest rain-maker in Jewish history.Key points:Rain in its proper time — Rains fall moderately (not oversaturating or leaving earth thirsty) on Wednesday and Friday nights (eves of Thursday/Shabbos) when people are home and inconvenienced minimally (demons

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21:47

Ep. 89 - Laws of Proper Conduct for a Meal - 2 (Siman...

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2026/02/15

In this Everyday Judaism episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe concludes Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Siman 42: the laws of proper conduct during a meal (etiquette, dignity, sensitivity, and practical halachot after hamotzi/netilat yadayim).Key halachot:Leaving the table — Don’t leave during/after meal before Birkas Hamazon (even briefly); if you do, new hamotzi needed unless <72 minutes or someone remains seated (meal continues).Intention to continue elsewhere — If planned at hamotzi, meal continues

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22:53

Why We Fulfill Laws We Don’t Understand (Parsha...

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2026/02/13

In this Parshas Mishpatim review, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the practical, common-sense laws (mishpatim) that follow the Ten Commandments—laws that “make sense” (e.g., damages, theft, honesty, fair treatment)—and contrasts them with chukim (statutes with no apparent reason, like the red heifer). He emphasizes that all mitzvot must be fulfilled because they are God’s command—not only because we understand them.Key lessons:Mishpatim vs. Chukim — Mishpatim (rational laws) are intuitive (e.g.,

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Why God Scattered the Jews (Day 126 - Orchos...

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2026/02/13

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 126), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Truth (Sha’ar HaEmes) from Orchos Tzaddikim, stressing that truth is the core of God, the soul, and Jewish destiny in exile. Key teachings:Prolonged exile due to sins — Current long exile stems from Jewish sins; we must separate from worldly vanities and cling to Hashem’s seal—truth.Sanctify through truth — Abstain even from permissible things to avoid any trace of falsehood (97% truth = 100%

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Why Wise People LOVE Being Corrected (Day 125 -...

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2026/02/12

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 125), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Truth (Sha’ar HaEmes) from Orchos Tzaddikim, emphasizing relentless commitment to truth in thought, word, and action. Key teachings:Always place truth before you — King Solomon (the “wise one”) teaches to set emes (truth) as your constant guide in all dealings. Make reminders/signs to avoid lying; write down commitments and review them before transactions (business, study, daily life) so truth is

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Ep. 88 - 🎤 Ask Away! #30: Jewish Likability,...

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2026/02/11

The Everyday Judaism podcast's "Ask Away" series, episode 30, hosted by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH in Houston, features live audience questions on practical Jewish life, ethics, and halacha. Rabbi Wolbe addresses concerns like dealing with someone who studies Torah mockingly (advocating kindness, caution in associations, and seeking exemplary teachers who live their teachings), dignified eating habits (avoiding oversized bites for modesty, per halachic guidelines), clarifying biblical

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Speak Truth in Your Heart—Like King David (Day 124 -...

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2026/02/10

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 124), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Truth (Sha’ar HaEmes) from Orchos Tzaddikim, exploring truth as the essence of God, prayer, and the heart. Key points:Calling upon Hashem in truth (Psalms 145:18) — Free the heart from worldly distractions; cleave intellect and mind solely to Hashem with constant yearning. In crisis, the first thought is “Hashem, help me”—aligning fully with God.Hisbodedus (seclusion) — Pious people seclude

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Hashem Is Emet—The Soul Is Created from Truth (Day...

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2026/02/09

In this Jewish Inspiration Podcast episode (Day 123), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe begins the Gate of Truth (Sha’ar HaEmes) from Orchos Tzaddikim, emphasizing that truth is the essence of God and the soul. Key teachings:The soul’s origin — Created from the place of the Holy Spirit (ruach hakodesh) and the celestial radiance of Hashem’s throne (Genesis 2:7: “He breathed into his nostrils a living soul”). Above (in the Holy of Holies), there is no falsehood—only truth. “Hashem Elokeinu Emet” (Hashem our

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Ep. 87 - Laws of Proper Conduct for a Meal - 1 (Siman...

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2026/02/08

In this Everyday Judaism episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe begins Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Siman 42: proper conduct during a meal (after hamotzi and netilat yadayim).Key halachot:Feed animals first — One who owns animals/fowl must feed them before eating (Torah obligation); humans come first for drinking.No gluttony — Don’t eat/drink while standing; eat/drink in moderation; table must be clean/covered; don’t hold large pieces (>kezayis/egg-size) in hand while eating; don’t gulp wine (2–3 sips

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Ep 102 - Roman Atrocities: The Painful Stories...

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2026/02/06

This Thinking Talmudist podcast episode by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe (TORCH, Houston) explores the deeply tragic narratives in Gittin 58a, focusing on the suffering of Jewish children during the destructions of the First and Second Temples under Babylonian and Roman oppression. These stories, drawn from the Talmud and linked to verses in Lamentations, Deuteronomy, and Psalms, depict horrific acts: Babylonian killings leaving vast amounts of children's brains on stones (with divine retribution

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