Rabbi Moishy's Podcast
By Chabad Waterloo
This podcast brings highly relevant life lessons to the modern mind, featuring the weekly classes led by Rabbi Moishy Goldman, director of Chabad in Waterloo, Ontario.
Rabbi Moishy's PodcastJul 29, 2022
00:00
19:54
Ask The Rabbi - Live!
A first for the podcast - a live recording of an #AMA session with Rabbi Moishy and the participants of the Sunday afternoon class. Topics covered include euthanasia, koshering a kitchen, Orthodox Jews in pop culture, mourner's Kaddish, Biblical prohibitions, fighting antisemitism, and more!
Mar 18, 202401:36:11
Something Deeper: Eyes Wide Open
We continue discussing "kelipah," touching on the difference between connecting to G-d with the closed eyes approach vs. the eyes wide open approach.
Feb 07, 202435:09
Something Deeper: Theological Banana Peels
This episode introduces the concept of Kelipah - the superficiality of reality - from the lens of chassidus.
Jan 24, 202436:19
Something Deeper: Analogies for G-d
What is the purpose of an analogy, and how does that help us find G-d in our lives?
Jan 17, 202444:46
Something Deeper - intro class
A new class for people hungry for Jewish spirituality that resonates. In this intro class, we discuss what Jewish spirituality conjures up for people, and what Chabad chassidus is about. Live on zoom Tuesdays tuesdayat 8:30 pm eastern at jewishwaterloo.com/zoom.
Jan 10, 202438:49
The Jewish claim to Israel
What is the basis of the Jewish claim to Israel? Is it history, law, or safety? Or something somethinelse entirely?
Oct 20, 202352:58
Simchat Torah - dancing with purpose
Simchat Torah is a very underrated Jewish holiday; but hopefully after listening to this episode, it won't be anymore. (Technical difficulties prevented an earlier upload).
Oct 10, 202343:09
Sukkot - the bridge from Yom Kippur to daily life
(Technical difficulties prevented an earlier upload). How do we navigate from great highs to the lows of every day? Sukkot has a lesson for us.
Oct 10, 202349:41
Chabad's Perspective on Physicality and Materialism
What do we do with AI? Is capitalism and wealth pure evil? Is it actually possible to live a sacred life in a physical world? Heavy and important questions. Hopefully this episode provides some light and guidance on the path to the answers.
Source sheet to follow the class: www.sefaria.org/sheets/503244?lang=bi
Source sheet to follow the class: www.sefaria.org/sheets/503244?lang=bi
Aug 04, 202327:45
Laughing in the dark
Is the person who laughs in the face of pain and darkness wild - or wise?
Jul 21, 202319:34
Materialism Pro & Con
Judaism's principles for navigating the obstacles and opportunities of the material world.
Jul 14, 202322:24
Halacha class: Laws of danger and risk
Exactly what it sounds like 😊
Apr 25, 202324:26
Inner Fire - Parshat Tzav Class
The interplay between nature and miracles; man's efforts and Hashem's influence.
Mar 31, 202331:20
Judaism's Shower Thoughts 3
Random thoughts about Judaism that occured in the shower, and Rabbi Moishy's comments.
Mar 31, 202338:08
Laws of Pesach 3
A class on the laws pertaining to Erev Pesach
Mar 28, 202323:39
Judaism's Shower Thoughts 2
More!
(please excuse the abrupt cut off at the end).
(please excuse the abrupt cut off at the end).
Mar 24, 202359:60
Laws of Pesach 2
Details on relinquishing ownership of chametz, searching for chametz in advance, and more
Mar 21, 202328:04
Judaism's Shower Thoughts
By popular demand: a new series!
You know the basic storylines of Jewish holidays. You've heard the stories of the Torah. But what about all the missing pieces? Those gaps in your knowledge that hit you in the shower, and you say "I should ask the rabbi." Now you can!
You know the basic storylines of Jewish holidays. You've heard the stories of the Torah. But what about all the missing pieces? Those gaps in your knowledge that hit you in the shower, and you say "I should ask the rabbi." Now you can!
Mar 17, 202343:43
Laws of Pesach 1
An overview of the laws of searching for chametz
Mar 16, 202325:28
Laws of Purim IV
We wrap up the laws of Purim in this episode. Listen to all 4 and you'll know exactly what and how to do Purim properly!
Feb 28, 202326:42
Laws of Purim III
We continue our exploration of the detailed halachos of Purim. If you're going to do it, might as well do it right! Dive in and enjoy.
Feb 27, 202331:06
Laws of Purim II
A detailed review of the halachos of Purim.
Feb 07, 202324:16
Laws of Purim I
Purim is coming! Follow along for a practical overview of all the halachos of Purim.
Jan 31, 202324:28
Laws of Chanukah 3
Did you know when it's possible to read 5 aliyot during a weekday morning service on chanukah? This and more is what you can learn in this episode.
Dec 12, 202220:38
Laws of Chanukah II
Did you know at what time of day you must light the menorah? Did you know that we have a legal process for lighting the menorah by those who are blind? These and more are included in this second lesson on the laws of Chanukah.
Dec 06, 202225:23
Laws of Chanukah, part 1
A brisk text based class on the laws of Chanukah, using the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (abridged code of Jewish law).
Dec 01, 202233:33
Talmud Tidbits - Sotah 5b
The benefits of humility, and caution against arrogance.
Nov 02, 202209:28
Float in the flood - Parshat Noach
Rob and I get into a quick chat about floods of anxiety
Oct 28, 202208:39
Good arrogance?
Given how strenuous the Talmud's warnings against arrogance, we question: is there ever a place for arrogance?
Oct 19, 202213:55
More about arrogance
Continuing the Talmud's cautionary teachings about the perils of arrogance
Oct 19, 202220:05
The Error of Arrogance - Talmid, Sotah 4a
It's pretty bad to be arrogant; but there is a redeeming factor.
Sep 21, 202211:06
Teshuva 101
In the first podcast class back on campus in over 2 years (!), we explore and discuss the important topic of Teshuva and how it impacts our self concept and all of our relationships. Enjoy!
Sep 20, 202224:25
Don't Cheat! - Talmud, Sotah 3b
Need we say more?
Sep 18, 202234:58
Storytime - tales that make you think
In honour of the 18th day of the month of Elul, I'm proud to share some stories of the lives of the Baal Shem Tov and the Alter Rebbe, both of whom were born today. Listen in to learn more about who they were and how their stories can inspire you.
Sep 14, 202221:28
Long Term Thinking - Talmud, Sotah 3b
We would love to describe the episode, but you're better off just listening to it.
Sep 13, 202209:29
Why Do We Sin? - Talmud, Sotah 2a
Our series on Talmudic ethics and morals resumes!
Sep 08, 202211:34
Children or Servants? 2 modalities of being a Jew
More than your classic Facebook psychoanalytic quiz, the Torah offers archetypes to help us place ourselves and understand who we are and how we relate to Hashem.
Jul 29, 202219:54
Kvetchy Jews
The Jews complained time and again in the desert, and it seems that we have yet to transcend the trope of kvetchy Jews. Is there something redemptive about this, or is there nothing cool about complaining? Let's find out.
Jun 15, 202211:04
The Mistake Jews Make
In this special episode for the holiday of Shavuot, Rabbi Moishy shares a mistaken notion some Jews have about the objective of the Torah and Mitzvos. There's only one way to avoid this short-sightedness: listen to this episode!
Jun 02, 202224:37
How To Find Truth, Part I
My reflections on the Rebbe's landmark teaching - Beyom Ashtei Asar. Study this teaching in English at www.sie.org/templates/sie/article_cdo/aid/3798182/jewish/BeYom-Ashtei-Asar-Yom-5731.htm.
Apr 27, 202214:50
Haggadah Hits
A class highlighting some of the most thought provoking parts of the Passover Haggadah. The text referenced here is the Kehot Passover Haggadah, edited by Rabbi Yosef Marcus.
Apr 04, 202253:46
Say Nothing | Talmud, Sanhedrin 46b
Must you respond when asked a question?
Mar 11, 202215:39
The Jewish Course of Why - #2
We explore why G-d sometimes does not answer our prayers, and why G-d created us with evil inclination.
Mar 10, 202252:42
No Hard Feelings | Talmud, Sanhedrin 46a
The process of dealing with the corpse of a person stoned to death, and yes - the lesson to be learned.
Mar 10, 202214:57
Pray In Advance | Talmud, Sanhedrin 44b
A lesson on the fragility of existence and the awareness of G-d that prayer brings.
Mar 09, 202211:57
Critique From An Angel | Talmud, Sanhedrin 44b
Joshua and an angel have a conversation, with a powerful lesson for personal growth.
Mar 04, 202211:13
NEW: Jewish Course of Why
Enjoy this new offering; lesson one of a new course on commonly asked questions.
Mar 03, 202201:06:29
Broken Is Whole | Sanhedrin 43b
We explore capital punishment procedures, confession and broken heartedness.
Mar 03, 202212:59
Blessing the Moon
An exploration of a little known Jewish custom.
Mar 02, 202210:51
Focus on the fundamentals | Sanhedrin 42a
We discuss philosophical implications of the waxing and waning of the moon; how to win a debate, and more.
Mar 02, 202218:34