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The Practical Parsha PodcastParshas Vayigash-What Is Life?-Rebroadcast 2024In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of "Chaim"(life). What does the Torah teach us when it uses this word? He brings out that truly living is not fulfilling our physical needs but rather when we fulfill our spiritual destiny. He also talks about how the Parsha teaches us the importance of being part of a cause and how it can contribute to its success. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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2025-12-2323 min
Halacha Headlines4/5/25 – Shiur 508 – What does “Daas Torah” really mean and does it have anything to do with the WZO Election?What is Zionism? Did it accomplish its goal? Is it good or bad for Jews?
Assuming Zionism is wrong, can you vote in the WZO election?
What’s the history of the concept of “Daas Torah” and what does it mean? When did the phrase and concept come into being?
Why would one Gadol say it’s mutar to participate in the WZO election and another say it’s totally assur?
Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised and expanded book Making it Work, on workplace challenges and Halachic Q & A on the Job
2025-04-041h 44The Practical Parsha PodcastParshas Teruma-Doing All YOU Can-RebroadcastIn this week's episode Rabbi Kohn brings down a lesson from the Chofetz Chaim how G-D only expects us to do what we can do and not some one else. He also talks about the significance of the placement of the vessels of the Mishkan(Tabernacle) and how it relates to us. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/.
2025-02-2322 minHalacha Headlines1/18/25 – Shiur 498 – Should each community have a “Rebbetzin” to teach, advise and inspire the women?Are women’s learning programs motivated by feminism and the desire for “equality”?
Are women required to learn any Torah? Can they learn Zohar and Gemara?
Is it preferable that women teach women? Can men attend the shiurim as well?
Does a connection need to be achieved through learning Torah, or do Chesed and Tehillim groups work better?
Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised and expanded book Making it Work, on workplace challenges
with Rabbi Chaim Kohn – founder of the Business Halacha Institute (“BHI”) and Av Beis Din – 7:51
with Rabbi Moishe...
2025-01-161h 27The Practical Parsha PodcastEp.112-Parshas Vayigash-What Is Life?In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of "Chaim"(life). What does the Torah teach us when it uses this word? He brings out that truly living is not fulfilling our physical needs but rather when we fulfill our spiritual destiny. He also talks about how the Parsha teaches us the importance of being part of a cause and how it can contribute to its success. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
2025-01-0323 min
Jerusalem LightsWalking Before God On the Path of InfinityJim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman welcome special guest Rabbi Daniel Kohn. Rabbi Daniel is an acclaimed Torah scholar and spiritual mentor, author, musician and composer, whose original melodies are featured in the unique meditative techniques he teaches. Tune in for a fascinating broadcast featuring Rabbi Daniel's amazing Torah insights, music, and much more!
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2024-11-061h 00Halacha Headlines7/6/24 – Shiur 473 – Supporting a son or son-in-law in learning – is it a good investment?Is there an obligation to support a son (or son-in-law) in learning?
If the father (or father-in-law) commits to support, can he get out of it, for example when business is bad?
Does living comfortably facilitate or get in the way of quality learning?
Is it best to fund the strongest learner, the neediest person, or a relative?
Host: Ari Wasserman
with Rabbi Zevulun Schwartzman – Rosh Kollel, Yerushalayim – 11:00
with Rabbi Chaim Kohn – founder of the Business Halacha Institute (“BHI”) and Av Beis Din – 37:34
with Rabbi Yechiel Greenblatt and Jordan Odinsky – found...
2024-07-041h 47The Practical Parsha PodcastEp.77-Parshas Teruma-Doing All YOU Can DoIn this week's episode Rabbi Kohn brings down a lesson from the Chofetz Chaim how G-D only expects us to do what we can do and not some one else. He also talks about the significance of the placement of the vessels of the Mishkan(Tabernacle) and how it relates to us. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos/.
2024-02-1622 min
Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov LangerMeilech Kohn: From Homelessness Back To Hasidic JudaismMeilech Kohn, originally named Elimeilech Kohn, grew up in a Satmar family residing in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. He is the first cousin of renowned singer Lipa Schmeltzer. Although he initially distanced himself from the Hasidic community of his upbringing, he later returned to it during his adult years. This personal journey is reflected in his music, which encompasses a diverse range of influences such as Techno music, Mediterranean pop, hints of trip-hop, and the melodic tapestry woven from a life enriched by travel, attentive listening, and emotional vulnerability. In 2016, he achieved unexpected su...
2023-06-101h 16
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#150 Spiritual and Moral Clarity is the keyCelebrating our 150th Episode Menachem takes an opportunity to reflect on one of the most important spiritual truths that emerge from the 12 Steps particularly in light of the spiritual journey of the Jewish year which begins in Elul and jumps into full swing after Chanukah and Asarah B'TeivosAs mentioned in the episode more perspective of this podcast on the spirituality of the 12 steps and their correlation to Jewish Spirituality and the inner world of Torah can be found https://www.thelightrevealed.org/consciously as well as Reb Joey Rosenfelds recent Shiurim on our Youtube Channel ...
2023-01-0439 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#149 WDTM (37) Gratitude III: It's an abundance thing and an America thingMenachem reflects on the concept of gratitude in connection to the American holiday of Thanksgiving and how such a holiday (and broad non-religion reliant spirituality like in the 12 steps, could only occur in the U.S. and what that means for us as Jews living in this remarkable stop in our exile and in our awaiting redemptionConsciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and h...
2022-11-2330 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#148 Ancient Wisdom (7) Loving the MostIn this series Menachem explores the practical advice inherent in the frames and suggestions in the holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah. In this episode Menachem explores a frame for exploring the way in which life itself in all its layers is an essential expression of Gd's life in the deepest way because life itself represents all the ways in which Gd has set himself aside to make space for us to be.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which fo...
2022-11-0826 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#147 WDTM (36) The Story of Life is a Journey, Not a DestinationMenachem reflects on the idea of stories and viewing life as a journey in context of Rebbe Nachmans practice of telling stories, a lens of The Bal Shem Tov for seeing life and some practical advice for getting going after the break of the chaggim - or any such break.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future e...
2022-10-2414 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#146 Light Revealed (8): Jack Katz - New BeginningsOur next great series; Light Revealed! Focusing on revealing the light of passion and wisdom that young people have to share. Today we are joined by Jack Katz, who recently got engaged to our very own Social Media Specialist and occasional co-host Zoe Poznanski to talk about new beginnings and other fun things.For more information on our future plans @The Light Revealed please join this whatsapp group (admin post only) Light Revealed Updates(https://chat.whatsapp.com/Khox4pFJEstAgFMYqJwQJc)Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an...
2022-10-1946 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#145 WDTM (35): The Joy of Sweet PromisesMenachem reflects on the experience we have coming out of Yom Kippur with its hope for the future and the disappointment we all often feel as we come back down to earth. Exploring the beauty of the let down of sweet promises and how that really opens the door to embracing life for what it is and the beauty of the journey ahead toward becoming who we will be.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people s...
2022-10-0928 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#144 Ani VeDodi (3) Making space for Li: Acceptance, Approval & AutonomyIn another new series Menachem explores the implications of the Famous passage Ani Ledodi VeDodi Li as relates the month of Elul see-through the eyes holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah as they relate to our relationships. In this episode Menachem explores another component of the teaching of Rebbe Nachman in the sixth torah of Likutie Maharan, specifically the idea of our own inner Aleph Hei Yud and Hei remixed toward a framework about relationships Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing pla...
2022-09-1826 min
BrainStorm with Sony Perlmanwith Rabbi Shaya "G-Money" KohnSend us a textRabbi Shaya Kohn is the founder and director of Ahavas Chaim in Baltimore. Rabbi Kohn epitomizes the essence of the organization wiith his innate, genuine love for people that transcends reality. This exceptional character trait permeates every one of his actions and endeavors. Long before Ahavas Chaim’s formal incorporation in 2019, Rabbi Kohn provided a myriad of services and support for Baltimore’s Jewish teens and young adults.For more information on Ahavas Chaim check out their website https://ahavaschaim.org/For more episodes check us out on....Spot...
2022-09-161h 02Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#143 Ani V'Dodi (2) Ratz V'Shav: Connection, Attachment... UnityIn another new series Menachem explores the implications of the Famous passage Ani Ledodi VeDodi Li as relates the month of Elul see-through the eyes holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah as they relate to our relationships. In this episode Menachem explores a component of the teaching of Rebbe Nachman in the sixth torah of Likutie Maharan remixed toward a framework about relationships Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.
2022-09-1215 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#142 - When your Rebbe is in The Field Ft. Rabbi Mayer PregerA special crossover episode with Practically a Fabrengen. Menachem was joined by Rabbi Mayer Preger for a fresh take on the classic Chassidic metaphor of HaMelech BaSadeh - The King is in the field. What followed was a nice "Fabrengen" about what it means to try and live with a consciousness of G-ds presence and how this time of year reflects on our overall journey but also the opportunity before us at this time.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on b...
2022-09-0656 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#141 Ani V'Dodi (1) When the relationship itself is what's most awesomeIn another new series Menachem explores the implications of the Famous passage Ani Ledodi VeDodi Li as relates the month of Elul see-through the eyes holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah as they relate to our relationships. In this episode Menachem explores a component of the famous parable The King in The Field and a lesson we can draw about emerging out of challenging times in our relationships; with Gd and others.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on...
2022-09-0126 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#140 Ancient Wisdom (6) Progress within Perfection: Life matters... because it does - A Tu B'Av EpisodeIn a new series Menachem explores the practical advice inherent in the frames and suggestions in the holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah. In this episode Menachem explores a frame for exploring the purpose and meanigfulnesss of Life itself, why we should move forward and why forgiveness is so worth it. Why we should move forward despite our suffering and our own imperfection.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.
2022-08-1228 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#139 WDTM (34) Holy Sadness: When happiness is there... Ft. Rabbi Mayer PregerMenachem is joined by Rabbi Mayer Preger in honor of the yurtziet of his father Menachem Nachum Preger who passed away when R' Mayer was only 17. Together they explore the nature of mourning and sadness as it is framed in light of "the nine days of Av".Check out Menachem and R'Mayers other Podcast on Apple or Spotify or on our websiteConsciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.W...
2022-08-0242 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#138 Ancient Wisdom (5) True Faith and True JoyIn a new series Menachem explores the practical advice inherent in the frames and suggestions in the holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah. In this episode Menachem explores a frame for developing an experience of faith which inspires a joy and exuberance at our fortune and privilege and how that opens the door to facing times of mounting and sadness.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.For mo...
2022-07-2011 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#137 Ancient Wisdom (4) Seeing good and feeling love.. even when they are annoyingIn a new series Menachem explores the practical advice inherent in the frames and suggestions in the holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah. In this episode Menachem explores a suggestion for developing tolerance and love for ourselves and for others, uncovering the golden rule "Love others as one loves oneself"; the anchor of the whole TorahConsciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.For more information on our fu...
2022-07-0817 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#136 Just an idea... (7) Starting anew means Revealing Light Ft. "The Mashpia" - Reb Joey RosenfeldA series where a guest host presents an idea or concept followed by exploration with Menachem on how that idea relates to our lives practically... Today we are joined by Reb Joey Rosenfeld, The Mashpia of The Light Revealed!! We explore Joeys journey with his upcoming Aliya and our journey partnering up to take The Light Revealed to the next level...You can hear more about Reb Joey in episode #24 (on Spotify)Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which fo...
2022-06-3034 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#135 Ancient Wisdom (3) Just Judgmental Enough - A Path to Humility and Self EsteemIn a new series Menachem explores the practical advice inherent in the frames and suggestions in the holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah. In this episode Menachem explores a suggestion for overcoming Judgmentalism by turning it into a tool of gratitude, humility and motivation for growthConsciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.For more information on our future plans @The Light Revealed please join this whatsapp group (ad...
2022-06-2313 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#134 Ancient Wisdom (2) Timtum HaLev: Who is the I that's not "feelin' it"?In a new series Menachem explores the practical advice inherent in the frames and suggestions in the holy books of ancient Jewish wisdom - Pnimius HaTorah. In this episode Menachem explores a suggestion for overcoming TimTum HaLev, an emotional state of lethargy and spiritual disconnection that blocks us off from making moves toward our spiritual goals. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.For more information on our future plans @The Lig...
2022-06-1626 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#133 Ancient Wisdom (1): Leveraging intrusive thoughts for GoodMenachem explores a particular step by step process that is laid out in the holy books to combat intrusive thoughts and actually leverage them for growth and development.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.For more information on our future plans @The Light Revealed please join this whatsapp group (admin post only) Light Revealed Updates(https://chat.whatsapp.com/Khox4pFJEstAgFMYqJwQJc)We welcome your feedback and questions a...
2022-06-0913 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#132 Light Revealed (7): Tehila Nissanian - Sfiras MalchusOur next great series; Light Revealed! which focuses on revealing the light of passion that young people have to share. The first 6 episodes in the series will correlate to the time of Sfiras HaOmer. Each week we will explore the kabbalistic theme of that week of sfirah (see the first of the series here for further background into the sfirah of each week) and then we will pair that theme with an interview of a remarkable young person which truly captures the essence of that weeks theme.In this seventh episode Menachem introduces the Sfriah of Malchus an...
2022-05-3131 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#131 Light Revealed (6) Chaim Ghoori - Sfiras YesodOur next great series; Light Revealed! which focuses on revealing the light of passion that young people have to share. The first 6 episodes in the series will correlate to the time of Sfiras HaOmer. Each week we will explore the kabbalistic theme of that week of sfirah (see the first of the series here for further background into the sfirah of each week) and then we will pair that theme with an interview of a remarkable young person which truly captures the essence of that weeks theme.In this sixth episode Menachem introduces the Sfriah of Yesod an...
2022-05-2355 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#130 Light Revealed (5) Jon Ostrofsky - Sfiras HodOur next great series; Light Revealed! which focuses on revealing the light of passion that young people have to share. The first 6 episodes in the series will correlate to the time of Sfiras HaOmer. Each week we will explore the kabbalistic theme of that week of sfirah (see the first of the series here for further background into the sfirah of each week) and then we will pair that theme with an interview of a remarkable young person which truly captures the essence of that weeks theme.In this fifth episode Menachem introduces the Sfriah of Hod an...
2022-05-1644 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#129 Light Revealed (4) Momo Kutner - Sfiras NetzachOur next great series; Light Revealed! which focuses on revealing the light of passion that young people have to share. The first 6 episodes in the series will correlate to the time of Sfiras HaOmer. Each week we will explore the kabbalistic theme of that week of sfirah (see the first of the series here for further background into the sfirah of each week) and then we will pair that theme with an interview of a remarkable young person which truly captures the essence of that weeks theme.In this fourth episode Menachem introduces the Sfriah of Netzach an...
2022-05-0944 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#128 Light Revealed (3) Orit Reiter - Sfiras TiferesOur next great series; Light Revealed! which focuses on revealing the light of passion that young people have to share. The first 6 episodes in the series will correlate to the time of Sfiras HaOmer. Each week we will explore the kabbalistic theme of that week of sfirah (see the first of the series here for further background into the sfirah of each week) and then we will pair that theme with an interview of a remarkable young person which truly captures the essence of that weeks theme.In this second episode Menachem introduces the Sfriah of Tiferes an...
2022-05-0253 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#127 Light Revealed (2) Ben Shannon - Sfiras GevurahOur next great series; Light Revealed! which focuses on revealing the light of passion that young people have to share. The first 6 episodes in the series will correlate to the time of Sfiras HaOmer. Each week we will explore the kabbalistic theme of that week of sfirah (see this episode for further background into the sfirah of each week) and then we will pair that theme with an interview of a remarkable young person which truly captures the essence of that weeks theme.In this second episode Menachem introduces the Sfriah of Gevurah and we are joined b...
2022-04-2555 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#126 Light Revealed (1) Sfiras ChesedMenachem introduces our next great project called Light Revealed which will focus on creating a platform to reveal the light of passions that young people have to share. The first 6 episodes in the series will correlate to the time of Sfiras HaOmer. Each week we will explore the kabbalistic theme of that week of sfirah (which Menachem will explain here) and pair that with an interview that truly captures the essence of that weeks theme.In this opening episode Menachem briefly describes the concept of Sfiras Haomer and touches on a theme from the Sfriah of Chesed...
2022-04-1816 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#125 Just an idea... (6) Sweetening the Bitterness - A Pesach Episode Ft. Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumA series where a guest host presents an idea or concept followed by exploration with Menachem on how that idea relates to our lives practically... Today we are joined by Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum is a Rabbi, author, and life coach committed to helping people of all walks of life discover a more purposeful and joyous life. He is the founder and director of The LEV Experience, a Jewish engagement program in the Greater Washington DC area, and has lectured in communities all across the U.S. In 2021, Rabbi Shlomo released his first book, "The Four E...
2022-04-1138 min
Halacha Headlines4/9/22 – Shiur 366 – Manipulative Advertising by Tzedakah Organizations: Promises of health, nachas, shidduchim and parnassah – false advertising or needed yeshuos?Do the halachos and secular laws regarding false advertising apply to organizations raising tzedakah?Are promises by the charity a permitted form of advertising?Should a charity require a minimum payment in order to get a beracha?Is it better to daven for yourself, or have someone else daven for you?Do the ends justify the means? Can puffery/manipulation be used in ads for the purpose of raising tzedakah for the genuinely needy?Do the following claims (for example) violate Halacha and/or secular law?Those who donate $480 “Will marry off their own children with Ease, with Health...
2022-04-082h 18Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#124 WDTM (33) Redemption - Opening the door to purpose (MMGA 3)Menachem explores the nature of redemption as it is framed in light of the Pesach. This is also the third part in our series on the beauty and value of marriage and relationships.Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@T...
2022-04-0421 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#123 MMGA (2) Will you be there for me - Living Beyond the Volume ft. Rabbi Elazar BloomA new series looking at the beauty of marriage and why its so important to protect this vital aspect of a spiritual life and society. Today we are joined by Rabbi Elazar Bloom, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in marriage counseling and parenting consultations. For the past 16 years, he has been teaching and counseling others to enhance their relationships, work toward their goals and lead lives of joy and purpose. Rabbi Bloom holds dual masters degrees, in Jewish studies and marriage and family therapy, and is recognized as a clinical fellow with the American Association of Marriage and F...
2022-03-2845 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#122 Moshe Cohen, LCSW: Cherish your values and embrace what you loveSeven questions to remarkable people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today we have Moshe Cohen, LCSW. Moshe is a social worker focused on enhancing and supporting the wellbeing of Young People. Moshe created his own school based life skills program and then for 8 years has worked with the safe foundation and project safe providing enrichment and psycho-education for high school aged students and as an addiction counselor at the Safe Foundation for 4 of those years. Moshe has a private practice in Woodmere and Brooklyn helping adolescents and adults who ar...
2022-03-2259 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#121 WDTM (32) Self-Sacrifice - Ad D'lo Yada: Letting go of everything we think we knowMenachem explores the vital roll of Mesirat Nefesh in the process of living a fully spiritual life in this material reality and a fully material life that is teeming with spirit... Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TLRFamily.org
2022-03-1525 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#120 WDTM (31) Missionhood - Revealing your light... AnonymouslyMenachem explores how the spirit of anonymity opens the door to sharing our light humbly and vibrantly...Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TLRFamily.orgFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/thelightrevealed/Instagram
2022-03-0726 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#119 Chanie Delman, LCSW: Climb it because its thereSeven questions to remarkable people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today we have Chanie Delman a licensed psychotherapist in private practice for the past 12 years in Queens and Cedarhurst, NY. Chanie is a certified perinatal mental health specialist; focusing on perinatal mood disorders, loss and bereavement and infertility. Chanie also works with couples and partners of those struggling with addiction. Chanie facilitates a support group for Knafayim for infancy loss and was previously clinical director of Madraigos. Chanie is a grateful busy mom living in Queens with her...
2022-02-2855 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#118 WDTM (30) - Stubborn and Stiff Necked: Sometimes whats wrong is what's the most rightMenachem explores the Jewish quality of stubborn stiff neckedness of the Jewish people and how perhaps that is our greatest strength and not our greatest defect. The reason we were chosen, our holy stubbornness. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TL...
2022-02-2319 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#117 Rabbi Elazar Bloom: Letting your breath breathe youSeven questions to remarkable people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today we have Rabbi Elazar Bloom a licensed psychotherapist specializing in marriage counseling and parenting consultations. For the past 16 years, he has been teaching and counseling others to enhance their relationships, work toward their goals and lead lives of joy and purpose. Rabbi Bloom holds dual masters degrees, in Jewish studies and marriage and family therapy, and is recognized as a clinical fellow with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) and is a professional member of t...
2022-02-1448 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#116 MMGA (1) Partners in a new universeA new series looking at the beauty of marriage and why its so important to protect this vital aspect of a spiritual life and society. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TLRFamily.orgFacebookhttps://ww...
2022-02-0720 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#115 Just an Idea (4): Judaism as Personal Development - Ft. Rabbi Scott FriedmanA new series where a guest host presents an idea or concept followed by exploration with Menachem on how that idea relates to our lives practically... Today we have Rabbi Scott Friedman, Head of School at Yeshivas Ohr Yisroel of Tenafly.Rabbi Friedman has a masters degree in psychology from Columbia University and has been working as a educator and therapist with adolescents and young adults for 17 years. To find more information about Rabbi Friedman unique education philosophy and about Ohr Yisroel visit https://www.ohryot.org/ Consciously The Podcast is a project of Th...
2022-01-1733 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#114 - CRAZY GOOD: Making the impossible possible - a Yud Shvat episodeMenachem is joined by friend, mashpia and co-host of Practically a Fabrengen, Rabbi Mayer Preger to explore some of the practical takeaways we can learn from Yud Shvat, the day The Lubavitcher Rebbe Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson OBM became the head of Chabad and began his journey of transforming the Chabad movement into what it is today but also his entire world. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome y...
2022-01-1241 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#113 Just Life (6): After we finish the book burning...Menachem looks to explore an additional aspect that we can all take practically from the news coming out of Israel about a popular author, therapist, etc... who was uncovered as perpetrator of horrible wickedness that manifested in so much pain and destruction. How we might take a step back from the sensational to ask ourselves (aside from the obvious need to protect the innocent and believe the victimized) what message we can take from this for our own spiritual growth...Note: We did not chose to avoid the name of the perpetrator (Chaim Walder) during the epsidoe to...
2022-01-0919 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#112 Rabbi Scott Friedman: The perfect version of youSeven questions to remarkable people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today we have Rabbi Scott Friedman, Head of School at Yeshivas Ohr Yisroel of Tenafly.Rabbi Friedman has a masters degree in psychology from Columbia University and has been working as a educator and therapist with adolescents and young adults for 17 years. To find more information about Rabbi Friedman unique education philosophy and about Ohr Yisroel visit https://www.ohryot.org/ Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an org...
2022-01-0351 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#111 WDTM (29) - Step 12: Woking UpA monthly installment that explores themes from each of the twelve steps. Todays episode touches on Step 12 exploring the lessons we can all take from the 12 step programs and about spiritual growth.Look out for Menachem's books Stepping out of the Abyss and Consciously, Mosaica Press publications, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski&qid=1604345602&sprefix=Menachem+poz%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-2
2021-12-2922 min
The Franciska ShowThe Effect of Chaim Walder's Suicide on SurvivorsTRIGGER WARNING! This is a "No More Silence" Episode with Yonah Kohn. Yonah was born and raised in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Yonah grew up in a typical Chasidish home with one secret. Yonah was a victim of child sexual abuse and rape, a something he kept quiet about for over 20 years. Yonah works as a financial advisor helping individuals, families, and businesses with income protection. Yonah is a proud father to 4 exuberant children. Yonah is passionate about comedy, music, and ending the shame and stigma associated with being a victim...
2021-12-2850 minThe Franciska ShowThe Effect of Chaim Walder's Suicide on SurvivorsTRIGGER WARNING! This is a "No More Silence" Episode with Yonah Kohn. Yonah was born and raised in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Yonah grew up in a typical Chasidish home with one secret. Yonah was a victim of child sexual abuse and rape, a something he kept quiet about for over 20 years. Yonah works as a financial advisor helping individuals, families, and businesses with income protection. Yonah is a proud father to 4 exuberant children. Yonah is passionate about comedy, music, and ending the shame and stigma associated with being a victim...
2021-12-2850 minThe Franciska ShowThe Effect of Chaim Walder's Suicide on SurvivorsTRIGGER WARNING! This is a "No More Silence" Episode with Yonah Kohn. Yonah was born and raised in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Yonah grew up in a typical Chasidish home with one secret. Yonah was a victim of child sexual abuse and rape, a something he kept quiet about for over 20 years. Yonah works as a financial advisor helping individuals, families, and businesses with income protection. Yonah is a proud father to 4 exuberant children. Yonah is passionate about comedy, music, and ending the shame and stigma associated with being a victim...
2021-12-2850 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#110 Aliza Tropper, LMHC: Learning to Just BeSeven questions to remarkable people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today we have Aliza Tropper, LMHC a Licensed Psychotherapist for over 10 years. She has a private practice in Cedarhurst NY. She works with children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and trauma. She also runs DBT groups, for both adolescents and adults. Her website is alizatropperlmhc.com and you can also find her on Instagram @alizatropper.Look out for Menachem's books Consciously and Stepping out of the Abyss available on...
2021-12-2150 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#109 WDTM (28) - Gratitude II: The Joy of Olam HabahMenachem explores the greatness of gratitude and its unique capacity to draw in the joy and light of the ultimate redemption into our very real lives based on a teaching of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov and The Rebbe Rayyatz of ChabadLook out for Menachem's books Stepping out of the Abyss and Consciously, Mosaica Press publications, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski...
2021-12-1419 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#108 Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum: An Empowered LifeSeven questions to remarkable people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today we have Shlomo Buxbaum a Rabbi, author, and life coach committed to helping people of all walks of life discover a more purposeful and joyous life. Shlomo is the founder and director of The LEV Experience, a Jewish engagement program in the Greater Washington DC area, and has lectured in communities all across the U.S. In 2021, Rabbi Shlomo released his first book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life: A Guidebook to Discovering Your Inner Wo...
2021-12-061h 04Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#107 WDTM (27) - Step 11: All I want is you - A Chanukah EpisodeA monthly installment that explores themes from each of the twelve steps. Todays episode touches on Step 11 exploring a parallel between a principle behind the 11th step and one of the main themes of the Chanukah holiday.Look out for Menachem's books Stepping out of the Abyss and Consciously, Mosaica Press publications, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski&qid=1604345602&sprefix=Menachem+poz%2C...
2021-11-2921 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#106 Just... Life (5) Overcoming a world of resistance: Yud Tes KislevMenachem explores a theme from the history behind Yud Tes Kislev - the 19th of the Hebrew Month Kislev - a day in history when Rav Shnuer Zalman of Liadi was freed from prison and is now known as the Rosh Hashanah of Chassidus throughout the world of Chassidus and how that relates to our forefather Yaakov and to our lives. Look out for Menachem's books Stepping out of the Abyss and Consciously, Mosaica Press publications, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/
2021-11-2320 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#105 Just... Life (4) Missionhood EverywhereMenachem explores how we can infuse a sense of missionhood and purpose into all the components of our lives.Look out for Menachem's books Stepping out of the Abyss and Consciously, Mosaica Press publications, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski&qid=1604345602&sprefix=Menachem+poz%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-2Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The L...
2021-11-1119 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#104 WDTM (26) - Yetzer Harah: Lessons From Lucy! (3) - Infinite CreativityMenachem explores imagination and creativity and how that gives us insight into the concept of Yetzer Harah and that annoying voice inside that tells us "I told you so" and "you will never be anything beyond what you are"Look out for Menachem's books Stepping out of the Abyss and Consciously, Mosaica Press publications, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski&qid=1604345602&sprefix...
2021-11-0519 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#103 WDTM (25) - Step 10: Being wrong spirituallyA monthly installment that explores themes from each of the twelve steps. Todays episode touches on Step 10 exploring how being wrong spiritually and gracefully is the next key step toward the spiritual awakening we have all be hoping for...Look out for Menachem's books Stepping out of the Abyss and Consciously, Mosaica Press publications, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski&qid=1604345602&sprefix=M...
2021-10-2715 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#102 Esther Goldstien: Sparkling with JoySeven questions to remarkable people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today we have Esther Goldstein, a trauma specialist who is passionate about the human capacity to heal. Esther runs a group practice called Integrative Psychotherapy, where her and her skilled staff are devoted to offering heart centered healing using latest methods of treatment for anxiety and trauma. Join them in their conversations about the mental health, relationships, healing trauma and more by their blog @www.integrativepsych.co or on instagram @esther_goldstein_lcswLook out...
2021-10-211h 04Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#101 Mailbag (1) Facing Life Spiritually ft. Zoe P.A new monthly installment where Menachem answers questions for our listeners, and Zoe joins as a guest host. In Todays episode we discuss the balance between Religion Spirituality and Mental Health, A prescription for spiritual action, Facing Anxiety... spiritually.To submit questions for next months Q&A send us an email at Consciouslythepodcast@gmail.comLook out for Menachem's book Consciously, a Mosaica Press work, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator...
2021-10-1432 min
Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#100🎉 Mark & Naomi PoznanskiSeven questions to people who have each trudged their own unique road toward self discovery and mastery. Today Menachem (Mark) was joined by his wife Naomi to answer the questions themselves to celebrate our 100th episodeLook out for Menachem's book Consciously, a Mosaica Press work, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski&qid=1604345602&sprefix=Menachem+poz%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-2
2021-10-0750 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#99 WDTM (24) Step 9: Making things rightA monthly installment that explores themes from each of the twelve steps. Todays episode touches on Step 9 exploring how the step guides us in a path toward being our best self, living our best life the best we can.Look out for Menachem's book Consciously, a Mosaica Press work, available on line and in Jewish bookstores.Mosaica's Websitehttps://mosaicapress.com/product/consciously/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Consciously-Steps-Living-Vibrantly-Creator/dp/1952370094/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YEA1PWGEJMKL&dchild=1&keywords=menachem+poznanski&qid=1604345602&sprefix=Menachem+poz%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-2
2021-10-0121 min
The 'Yiddish Voice' PodcastRuth Kohn, Libby Pollak, Dovid Braun Telling Jokes, and Best of Rosh Hashona
Recorded at Yugntruf's Yidish-Vokh in Copake, NY, in August 2021: Ruth Kohn, Libby Pollak and Dovid Braun telling jokes in Yiddish
Best of Rosh Hashona - Announcements and well-wishes for the new year from sponsors and friends and a High Holidays mix of recent and past audio highlights. Enjoy!
Eli Dovek, proprietor of Israel Book Shop (from 2009)
Holocaust survivors Tania Lefman and Mary Ehrlich, on behalf of the American Association of Jewish Holocaust Survivors (AAJHS) of Greater Boston. Note: the annual Hazkore (Holocaust Memorial) will be virtual only at 11 AM on Sun Sep 12, 2021, at 11 AM; for details...
2021-09-031h 03
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn21. But is it selfish? Reflections with Chezzi Denebeim (Part 2)A follow up conversation with Chezzi Denebeim, unpacking some of the discussion in the previous episode. Intro/Outro Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swXKCDz0gC8Dovid Leiderhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1-U8-0ayZE&t=13sFrank-the Tank-Fleming https://www.youtube.com/user/NJTankQuestions/comments & sponsorship:extrasaucepodcast@gmail.comThe Facebooks:https://www.facebook.com/extrasaucepodcast/
2020-10-2742 min
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn20. I am the prayer - Chezzi Denebeim (Part 1)What if what we're looking FOR, we're actually looking WITH?" Chezzi Denebeim shares some of his journey and insights found along the way. Recorded on January 12th, 2020 Intro Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSuJkRYu92c Outro Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVc_l8a6Sws Questions/comments & sponsorship:extrasaucepodcast@gmail.com The Facebooks:https://www.facebook.com/extrasaucepodcast/
2020-10-081h 09
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn19. Music: Recording of A Nakht In Shtetl - Yiddish Music RecitalA recording of ‘A Nakht in Shtetl’ Yiddish music recital from September 22, 2016 at Chevra Ahavas Yisroel in Crown Heights Preformed by Chaim Kohn, Cantor Yanky Lemmer, Cantor Ayeh Leib Hurwitz, Isaac Tiefenbrun, and special guest Zalmen Mlotek Musical by Avremi G, Zisl Slepovtich, Deborah Strauss, Taylor Bergren-Chrisman, and Laura MelnicoffProduced by Chaim Kohn
2020-09-242h 14Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#25 Anxiety, Panic, and Other HobbiesMenachem and Chaim discuss some practical tools for how to cope with the growing anxiety surrounding us. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TLRFamily.orgFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/thelightrevealed/Instagram
2020-06-0525 min
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn18. Truths vs. Facts with Rabbi Shais TaubA conversation with Rabbi Shais Taub recorded on March 3rd. It was just before Corona got real, but we discuss a lot of the issues that seem so very relevant now. Can we find our own stories within the experience of another? Is it possible to draw spiritual meaning from all the suffering around us without becoming deplorably selfish in the process? Soulwords by Rabbi Shais Taub https://soulwords.orgIntro Music https://rsa.fau.edu/track/49493Outro Musichttps://ww...
2020-06-041h 39Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#23 Quarantined, togetherA riff session with Menachem Poznanski and Chaim Kohn about our ongoing need to be alone while staying connected. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TLRFamily.orgFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/thelightrevealed/
2020-05-1428 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#21 From Lamb to Lion - Yom Haatzmaut & Menachem BeginIn honor of Yom Haatzmaut, Menachem Poznanski and Chaim Kohn sit down for another Conscious Riffing session on the topic of Jewish sovereignty, identity, and the journey from Lemmel to Aryeh. Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpEb6TDACREIntro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32YPozK5Y-0Outro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-OhAJyyubQOutro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DPqNHkm1bM&t=52sConsciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is...
2020-04-3043 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#20 Covid & Victor Frankl: Answering the CallDuring all this Corona confusion, many have been turning to the timeless messages of Victor Frankl and his book Man's Search for Meaning. Menachem Poznanski, Chaim Kohn, and Aryeh Buchsbayew sit down for an afternoon riff on what that's all about. Outro music: Z'chor Davar (Skulener Nigun) https://youtu.be/XkD0FaIdys4Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions a...
2020-04-2940 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#11 Personal Reflections on Conscious Contact and next season...Menachem, Shmaya, and Chaim reflect on their experiences recording, studying and practicing the principles laid out in Conscious Contact. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TLRFamily.orgFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/thelightrevealed/
2020-02-2441 min
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn17. Look for the Helpers - Conversation with Gittel FollmanGittel Follman shares some of her experiences as a single girl in the big city, her journey and work as a social worker, self care, and family life. Gittel Follman is the wife of Moe Follman and the mother of two wonderful children, Nash and Leora. Gittel is the Director of Social Work at Brooklyn Defender Services, where she has worked for the past 20 years. She also serves as the Associate Director of The Living Room NY, since 2003.Intro Music: Hey Zhankoye https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-0JGDM7pAI
2020-01-211h 27
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn16. Postscript Commentary (from conversation with Meir Kessler)An alternative perspective to replace the fear of "outside ideas" with a confidence in finding commonality. Postscript from previous episode (And Where's Your Normal Card?) Key facts of AA history https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/aa-timelineThe Jung letters https://speakingofjung.com/blog/2015/11/13/the-bill-w-carl-jung-lettersOutro music - Ki M'tzion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8_3u9dUbIsQuestions, comments & sponsorshipextrasaucepodcast@gmail.comThe Facebookshttps://www.facebook.com/extrasaucepodcast/
2020-01-0518 min
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn15. And Where's Your Normal Card? Conversation with Rabbi Meir KesslerAn honest conversation with Rabbi Meir Kessler about addiction, recovery, and the spiritual principles that make one man’s ‘dubious luxury’ another man’s poison. Note: Contains some Yiddish & Hebrew that isn't translated. More about Rabbi Kessler and the JRC: https://www.jewishrecovery.com/Intro Music: Hishbati https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTDJOW0mzcsOutro Music: B’cha Botchu (Shlomo Carlebach) by Mordechai Gottlieb https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfX_3z-SEJAQuestions/comments & sponsorship:extrasaucepodcast@gmail.com
2020-01-021h 20Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#3 Conscious Contact (1): IntroductionWhat if everything we've always been seeking in spirituality was actually right in front of us? In this first part of a seven episode series entitled Conscious Contact, our host, Menachem Poznanski sits down with Chaim and Shmaya Honickman to introduce the premise, concept, and intent of the series. Consciously The Podcast is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform which focuses on building community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those qu...
2019-12-3134 minExtra Sauce with Chaim Kohn14. Music: Yiddish Chanukah SongsTo close out this first season of Extra Sauce, here's a nice selection of five Yiddish Chanukah songs as well a short introduction to my own interest in Yiddish music. Wishing you all a Zissen Chanukah and a Happy New Year! Intro music: https://rsa.fau.edu/album/41004Oy, Ir Kleine Lichtelech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Wb1UUZ5XtMTzint On Lichter:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntyoVaAHWM8&feature=youtu.beHot a Gut'n Chanukah:
2019-12-2733 minConsciously with Menachem Poznanski#2 Welcome to Conscious(ly)Welcome to Conscious(ly), a podcast focused on honest conversation for regular people seeking spiritual growth. In this first episode, Menachem Poznanski sits down with Chaim Kohn, Shmaya Honickman, and Eitan Corenblum to discuss the intention of the Conscious(ly) podcast through the lens of the Chassidic holiday of 19 Kislev and its significance to our lives on a personal level. More about 19 Kislev (Yud Tes Kislev) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/19_KislevIntro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9...
2019-12-1738 min
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn13. Meilech Kohn: U'mi Yodea?An honest, open, and free flowing conversation with Meilech Kohn. Get a glimpse into the riveting journey of Meilech Kohn. From the highs to the lows and everything in between, there's one soul-stirring question that cuts through it all: "U'mi Yodea"? Who knows? Perhaps it was for this very reason that you were brought here. (Megillat Esther) More about Meilech: meilechkohn.com Intro Music: L'kvod Shabboswww.youtube.com/watch?v=tjSr3k67ogkOutro Music: Mi Yodeawww.youtube.com/watch?v...
2019-11-182h 19
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn11. A Journey of Roots & Wings: Part 1 - Conversation with Yehudah DovBer ZirkindYehudah DovBer Zirkind is a spiritual seeker and an academic of the first order. I sat down with him for an impromptu conversation about many issues related to his growing up and journey within the Chabad Chassidic community and the Yeshiva system.Yehudah DovBer Zirkind grew up in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York and studied at various Chabad Yeshivos around the world before making Aliya in 2006. He is currently a senior research fellow at David Cardozo Academy in Jerusalem. In addition, he is a researcher, writer and lecturer on a wide range of topics in the field...
2019-11-051h 33
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn12. A Journey of Roots & Wings: Part 2 - Conversation with Yehudah DovBer Zirkind (Part 2)Yehudah DovBer Zirkind is a spiritual seeker and an academic of the first order. I sat down with him for an impromptu conversation about many issues related to his growing up and journey within the Chabad Chassidic community and the Yeshiva system.Yehudah DovBer Zirkind grew up in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York and studied at various Chabad Yeshivos around the world before making Aliya in 2006. He is currently a senior research fellow at David Cardozo Academy in Jerusalem. In addition, he is a researcher, writer and lecturer on a wide range of topics in the field...
2019-11-051h 31
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn10. You're Electric! Conversation with Shmaya HonickmanShmaya Honickman just got married to the lovely Yocheved Turner. Mazel tov! Here's a conversation I had with Shmaya back in August about two of his first loves; comic books and The Grateful Dead. As well as his own story, which is truly a hero's journey. From the pain of existence itself, to the discovery of his own electric self. Intro Music: Der Yold Iz Mir Mekana (The fool is envious of me) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5IOAV18hF8Outro Music: Z'man Hageulah - A...
2019-10-291h 18
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn9. The Most Real Parents I've Ever Met - Conversation with Malka and Mendel GrodenMeet Malka and Mendel Groden...the most real parents I've ever met. I sat down with my friend Mendel Groden and his wife Malka for an up close and honest conversation about their journey together as a couple and as parents. Hear their unique story of navigating the rollercoaster of emotions that come with fertility treatments, adoption, race, and discovering the miracle that already is. Mendel and Malka are so refreshingly honest, wise, and fun to listen to. Oh if only more parents were as real as these two... More...
2019-09-181h 24Consciously with Menachem Poznanski#1 It's all just a matrixWhat if questions were just answers we haven't revealed yet? Welcome to Conscious(ly) with Menachem Poznanski, a podcast committed to honest conversation exploring the possibilities for mind, body, and soul cohesion... (while still trying to not take ourselves too damn seriously) In this first episode, Menachem sits down with Chaim Kohn to reflect on some of the practical takeaways from their recent of study of Shaar Hayichud Vehaemunah from The Tanya (Alter Rebbe of Chabad, 1797) For more information on our future plans @The Light Revealed please join this whatsapp group (admin...
2019-09-0653 min
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn8. Lubavitch in 2019 - Part 3: The World is a Garden - Farbrengen with Rabbi Shmuly Metzger, Chezzi Denebeim, and Baruch ThalerPart 3/3 of a Farbrengen with Rabbi Shmuly Metzger, Chezzi Denebeim, and Baruch Thaler. Recorded in Crown Heights on June 3rd, 2019. In this episode we circle back to the theme of coming home. Coming home to discover a new meaning and experience with the texts and narratives of our youth. Reb Baruch shares more of his own journey and a special song on the theme of renewal. Referenced Material: The world is a Garden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLboiRmaR2M&t=139sAudio engineered by Paladin...
2019-08-2237 min
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn7. Lubavitch in 2019 - Part 2: Look Who Thinks They're Nothing! - Farbrengen with Rabbi Shmuly Metzger, Chezzi Denebeim, and Baruch ThalerPart 2/3 of a Farbrengen with Rabbi Shmuly Metzger, Chezzi Denebeim, and Baruch Thaler. Recorded in Crown Heights on June 3rd, 2019. Did Lubavitch abandon Avodas Atzmo? The danger of living in a state of opposition to the world rather than in unison with it, and we explore the degree to which the Rebbe really desired autonomy amongst his Chassidim. Referenced Material: Hayom Yom: https://www.chabad.org/therebbe/article_cdo/aid/6045/jewish/Hayom-Yom-Tevet-25.htmAudio engineered by Paladin Studios: instagram.com/paladinstudiosnyc
2019-08-221h 27
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn6. Lubavitch in 2019 - Part 1: Coming Home - Farbrengen with Rabbi Shmuly Metzger, Chezzi Denebeim, and Baruch ThalerPart 1 of a Farbrengen with Rabbi Shmuly Metzger, Chezzi Denebeim, and Baruch Thaler. Recorded in Crown Heights on June 3rd, 2019. In this episode each guest shares some memories and feelings on the theme of coming home and we explore the possibility and challenge inherent to coming back home, to a place you never really left. Audio engineered by Paladin Studios: instagram.com/paladinstudiosnyc Bumper music: Toshev Enosh https://www.chabad.org/multimedia/music_cdo/aid/140726/jewish/Tosheiv-Enosh.htmRu...
2019-07-161h 06
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn5. We’re all a little Shtisel (and that’s okay) a conversation with Aryeh BuchsbayewI sat down with Aryeh Buchsbayew to hear some of his reflections on Shtisel. It quickly escalated into a four hour conversation about Nazi’s, self loathing, self acceptance, The Hero's Journey and a story about his son that left me fighting back tears. Audio engineered by Paladin Studios: instagram.com/paladinstudiosnyc Sponsored by:Mushie.co instagram.com/mushie_co Bumper music: Shtisel clip https://youtu.be/Ope1vOwtBk0 Just Dropped In http...
2019-06-251h 49
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn4. The Stories Behind the Music: Interview with Velvel PasternakVelvel shares fascinating stories from his early years of recording and transcribing Jewish music. This recording is from an event at Chevra Ahavas Yisroel in April of 2016. Check out the links below to learn more about Velvel and his tireless work spanning over 50 years of recording, publishing, collecting, and preserving these treasures for generations to come. Velvel passed away on Tuesday, June 11th 2019. It is my hope that the sharing of these stories helps bring comfort to Velvel's beloved wife Goldie and the entire Pasternak family. Original recording: https://www.y...
2019-06-161h 03
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn3. Go West, Young Man...and learn to fly - Conversation with Moishy Goldberg & Aaron HuebnerWhat started as a late night pipe smoking and ‘remember when’ jam in the garage quickly escalated to a discussion about Chabad elitism, Mormons, and the possibility that we’ve been approaching the game of Limbo (aka life) all wrong. With Aaron Huebner, Moishy Goldberg, and a bit of Sholom Wircberg (more Sholom coming soon) Audio engineered by Paladin Studios: instagram.com/paladinstudiosnyc Sponsored by: Mushie.co instagram.com/mushie_co Bumper music: Socalled - These Are the Good Old Days
2019-06-051h 28
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn2. F*** that! Go call your dad - Conversation with Chanan RoseChanan Rose is a serious man who doesn't take himself too seriously. We sat down for an open-ended conversation about a range of topics including; our collective redemption as a personal calling, his dad, resistance as a teacher, conscious separation as the root of all our problems, and his passion for audio. Audio production by Chanan Rose at Paladin Studios: instagram.com/paladinstudiosnyc Sponsored by:Mushie.coinstagram.com/mushie_co Bumber music:
2019-05-291h 23
Extra Sauce with Chaim Kohn1. Why Share My Story? (Asking for a friend) Conversation with Rabbi Simon Jacobson & Menachem PoznanskiA candid conversation about storytelling; its function, power and potential challenges from the perspectives of Chassidic tradition, psychotherapy, and the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. With Chaim Kohn, Rabbi Simon Jacobson, and Menachem Poznanski, LCSW Audio production by Chanan Rose at Paladin Studios: instagram.com/paladinstudiosnycMyLife: Chassidus Applied: www.meaningfullife.com www.chassidusapplied.comStepping Out of the Abyss: A Jewish Guide to the 12 steps: https://www.amazon.com/Stepping-Out-Abyss-Jewish-Guide/dp/1937887952
2019-05-221h 39
Stogie GeeksStogie Geeks #251 - Stogie GiftsChaim Kohn of Cigar Oasis joins us, we discuss leather cigar boxes and other Christmas gifts for cigar smokers, and our stogies of the week!
2017-11-271h 53