Rabbi Ben is a teacher of esoteric Wisdom, kabbalistic and musical.
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The Whatever You Need Podcast.. Communication specialty Mental Health Advocate and Exploring Mental Wellness
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Hello everyone I’m Nesha Smiles and I love to give advice so I’m here to help you beautiful souls with anything you guys need advice on from relationships, friendships, family problems, work related and also health. I’m not a counselor yet but I do believe personal experiences have taught me a lot a long the way so come on in join my podcast 😌🤷🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤔😘🤰🏽😂😜😔😡🤬🧡🙏🏽 Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neshasmiles/support
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Here to empower women to live their true, authentic self regardless of life’s circumstances. I encourage you to change your mindset to improve your overall health Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crowned-gems/support
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In each episode, Nesha sits down with remarkable women & Men from diverse backgrounds, professions, and walks of life. Through thoughtful and probing conversations, she delves into the heart of their narratives, extracting wisdom, lessons, and inspiration for listeners. Whether it's a trailblazing entrepreneur, a resilient artist, a groundbreaking scientist, or a community leader, each guest brings a unique perspective to the table. Oh and we love to talk dirty !!
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We at Neshamos are on a mission to promote mental and emotional health and healing within our community Among the many ways we do this is by empowerment through education. this podcast is where we get to listen to personal experiences of those who have been effected by mental illness - the pain, the struggle to get better and today, by the grace of G-d, have emerged with a message of hope and healing. My name is Moishe Chanin. I am a grateful addict in recovery; And I am a certified life and ...
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This podcast is a recording of the pieces on Neshamas.com, a site for anonymous Jewish writing. Each piece is done by a voice actor who has generously volunteered his or her time to this project. Our goal? To give voice to the people who feel they do not have one. We do it on our site, and now we're doing it with actual voices. About Neshamas: Neshamas was created because of a need we, the creators of Hevria, saw in the Jewish community: to share what’s deep, down in our souls without the ad ...
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Neshamah Project Episode 56
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In this episode, Rabbi Ben Newman explores the Baal Shem Tov's insights on spiritual growth through a mystical lens. Reflecting on Parshat Noach, Rabbi Ben delves into how the Baal Shem Tov compares the spiritual journeys of Noah and Abraham, shedding light on their unique paths toward the Divine. Through stories and teachings, Rabbi Ben brings to …
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Neshamah Project Podcast: Episode 55
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In this episode Rabbi Ben Newman presents a guided meditation on teshuvah/returning.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Episode 5: Single Friends
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Call Nesha If... Episode 3: Single Friends featuring Tiieze Let's discuss our experience growing up with single mothers and a village. What have we faced during our early years and college life? Being single is tricky knowing that the question we hear is "When are you going to start dating?" How do you feel about it? Let's talk about it.…
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Episode 4: Let's Get Real
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Call Nesha If... Episode 4: Let's Get Real Let's open up about the sensitive topic of domestic violence and how some are effected or how they overcome. How has it shaped you? Or how do you feel about yourself? This new era of social media may cause insecurities and life long changes. What about women sticking together and supporting each other? Wom…
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Neshamah Project: Episode 54
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In this episode Rabbi Ben Newman shares a story about how we view time from the Seer of Lublin.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Episode 3: Girl Chat w/ Sarah
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Call Nesha If... Episode 3- Girl Chat Episode 3 has a new co-host, Sarah, who is a mom and nurse. We are doing some girl chat surrounding relationships with individuals with mental illness, being a mom, and growing up with family where mental illness is not understood. Join us in a real conversation with a little humor. As we celebrate Mothers this…
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Episode 2- Disorderly Relationships
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Call Nesha If.... Episode 2 discusses having relationships ( platonic or romantic) with people who may exhibit signs and symptoms of a mental disorder. How do we know? Do we pay attention to the red flags? Why do we think everyone is a narcissist? Lets talk about common disorders and explain the real definition of a narcissist.…
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 53: Moshe Lev Greenblatt Interview
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In this episode, I present an interview I did with my friend Moshe Lev (Robert) Greenblatt in around 2004. He discusses early Jewish renewal, and his post Holocaust struggle with God. Here is his Wikipedia page:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Greenblatt_%28anti_war_activist%29Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Call Nesha If.. Episode 1
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Introducing Aneshia and Call Nesha If.... Discussing details on what the Podcast is about and what to look forward toDoor Aneshia G
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Twisted Parent (feat. Miriam Racquel Feldman)
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In this deeply moving podcast episode, Miriam Raquel Feldman shares her family's emotional journey navigating her son's struggle with Pandas, a debilitating autoimmune disorder. With vulnerability and honesty, Miriam Raquel shares the heart-wrenching challenges they faced, from anxiety and depression to intrusive thoughts and paranoia. Within the d…
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Interview With Jsmoove & Gio
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Let's talk sex,relationship,goals and more.. real talk ! Anything goesDoor Nesha Bryant
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 52
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Commentary on Parshat Va-Era from Rabbi Ben Newman and Rabbi Menachem Nachum of Chernobyl.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Episode 51
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In this enlightening episode of the Neshamah Project, Rabbi Ben Newman delves into the profound depths of Parshat Shemot, guided by the insightful commentary of Rabbi Menachem Nachum of Chernobyl. This discussion unveils the spiritual exile of awareness experienced by the Israelites in Egypt, a metaphor for our own times when consciousness can feel…
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The Storm Before the Calm (feat. Mendy Fuchs)
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Mendy's story starts as a chaotic storm, replete with neglect, shock, sexual abuse & addiction.Hear how life's challenges took him to the depths of addiction and despair, on the brink of losing everything and what ultimately led Mendy to learn to seek the help he needed. Mendy is sober now for over two years and lives a happy life in Israel togethe…
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 50
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In this episode of the Neshamah Project, Rabbi Ben Newman delves into the mystical teachings of the Degel Machaneh Ephraim on Parshat Vayishlach, exploring its profound spiritual insights. Rabbi Newman offers a unique interpretation that emphasizes mindfulness and the elevation of the material world to divine consciousness. Join us for a journey th…
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 49: Toldot
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In this episode we delve into a commentary of Rabbi Menachem Nachum of Chernobyl on Parshat Toldot.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Without Pointing Fingers (feat. Estee Weingarten)
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Meet Estee, a Montreal native who's now a young wife and mother of four in Brooklyn, NY. In this episode, Estee opens up about her journey living with her husband's debilitating anxiety. From being the “can-do” problem solver since childhood, she soon realized that she couldn’t “make it better” for everyone else around her anymore. The depths of he…
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Some readings from Rebbe Nachman of Bratslav on joy and suffering.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Episode 47: 4 Worlds Meditation
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Four Worlds Meditation for Healing and Connection:Embark on a 20-minute transformative journey through the Kabbalistic framework of the Four Worlds. This meditation guides listeners from the tangible realm of Asiyah (Action) to the transcendent sphere of Atzilut (Emanation), fostering a deep connection to one's physical, emotional, intellectual, an…
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In this short meditation for Sukkot journey through the spiritual dimensions of the Seven Directions – East, South, West, North, Up, Down, and Inside. Embrace the elements of air, fire, earth, and water, and connect deeply with the realms of spirit, the Holy Blessed One, and the immanent divine presence. This serene session harmonizes your soul wit…
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Breathing in the Ephemeral: Embracing Life's Transience through Sukkot
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Join Rabbi Ben Newman in this evocative episode of The Neshamah Project as he delves into the profound theme of impermanence, symbolized by the fragile walls of the sukkah. Drawing inspiration from the Mei HaShiloach's tale of Rabbi Yehoshua's encounter with the Athenian sages, Rabbi Newman weaves together the teachings of Kohelet, the ephemeral na…
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Step into the serene fields of Elul with this guided meditation. Tradition whispers that the Divine awaits us in these meadows, ready to listen and connect. Traverse a landscape of reflection, encounter the radiant Presence, and emerge with blessings and insights to illuminate your High Holy Days and beyond.…
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The Neshamah Project: Episode 45: The Dance of Unity: Tu B'Av, the Jewish Day of Love
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In this episode of the Neshamah Project, Rabbi Ben Newman delves into the celebration of Tu B'Av, the Jewish Day of Love. Historically, this summer holiday served as a day of matchmaking, where young women donned white dresses and danced in vineyards. It also marked a significant turning point in Jewish history: the day when intermarriage between J…
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"Ta, I Need Help!" (feat. Mendy Schusterman)
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Join us in this powerful episode of the Neshamos Podcast as we dive into Mendy Schusterman's remarkable journey. Raised in Peabody, Massachusetts, Mendy, at just 22 years old, has already experienced the depths of hopelessness and suffering that comes with alcohol addiction. With raw honesty, he shares the turning point that ignited his desire for …
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Neshamah Project: Episode 44: Rabbi Strassfeld
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In this episode, we talk to Rabbi Michael Strassfeld about the future of Judaism and Torah in honor of the Hebrew month of Sivan and Shavuot. Text sheet is here:https://bit.ly/sivantextsDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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A short teaching from Reb Zalman Schachter-Shalomi's book "The First Step: A primer of Jews Spiritual Life" called mmaleh kol almin.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Episode 42- Rabbi Jill Hammer, Phd.
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In this episode we interview Rabbi Jill Hammer, Phd. on the topic of Shechinah in honor of the Hebrew month of Nisan. The text sheet can be found here: bit.ly/shechinahpdfDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project: Episode 41
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In this week's episode we present Hasidic teachings on parshat Vayakhel as translated by Dr. Arthur Green. If you would like to support the work of this podcast and receive bonus content, become a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/TheNeshamahProjectDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 40 -Professor Nathaniel Berman
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In honor of the Hebrew month of Adar this episode contains an interview with Professor Nathaniel Berman on Sitra Achra (The Other Side) and an exploration of Evil in the world, in the Divine and in ourselves. We follow a text sheet created by Professor Berman which can be found here: bit.ly/sitraachra . If you would like to donate to help support t…
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Neshamah Project Podcast: Episode 39- Sitra Achra
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In this episode I read a text sheet prepared by Professor Nathaniel Berman https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nathaniel_Berman on Sitra Achra (the Other Side)-- supernatural evil that can be found here: bit.ly/sitraachraDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 38: Professor JH Chajes
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In this episode in honor of the month of Shvat when we celebrate Tu Bishvat (the New Year of the Trees), we have part one of our interview with Professor JH Chajes who wrote the recent book The Kabbalistic Tree (https://www.psupress.org/books/titles/978-0-271-09345-1.html) Also see ilanot.org. A wonderful discussion ensues! If you would like to pur…
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 37: Etz Chayyim Texts
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Reading texts on the idea of the Tree of Life/ Etz Chayyim in honor of the Hebrew month of Shvat. Here is the text sheet: bit.ly/etzchayyimtexts or bit.ly/etzchayyimDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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Pleasantville Friday Night 1/13
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Service at Pleasantville Community Synagogue led by Rabbi Ben Newman and Rabbi Shoshana Leis on 1/13/23.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Mastering Me (feat. Leah Banda)
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Leah shares her experience of feeling lost, sad, and disassociated in her younger years, and struggling to just accept and be herself. She learned how to be okay with her feelings and open up to hope, connection, and life's blessings. She openly shares a part of herself on her Instagram page called Mastering Me, where she shares openly about her me…
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 36- Rabbi Laura Duhan Kaplan, Phd.
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In this episode Rabbi Laura Duhan Kaplan (https://www.sophiastreet.com/) Leads us through a text sheet prepared by Professor Daniel Matt on the idea of Devekut in Kabbalah.l Here is a link to the text sheet to follow along: bit.ly/devekutDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 35: Texts on Devekut
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In this episode we present texts on the idea of "devekut" (clinging or cleaving to the Divine) as collated by Daniel Matt here: bit.ly/devekut in honor of the Hebrew month of Tevet.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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The Neshamah Project Episode 34: The Soul in the Flame
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In this episode we explore quotes from the Zohar and other traditional Jewish sources, as well as a piece by Emmanuel Levinas on the human soul, and how we may approach the Infinite within us by contracting our egos.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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My Suffering Is My Choice (feat. Sarah Bennaroch)
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Today, let’s voyage into the world of emotions. Meet Sarah Bennaroch - born in Los Angeles, she currently lives in Crown Heights, and is the founder and owner behind Gymies Gym. In this episode, Sarah divulges her history of combating an intense inner critic and facing disempowering narratives within herself; and these voices would invite feelings …
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Neshamah Project Episode 33: Meditation on Or HaGanuz
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In this episode Rabbi Ben Newman leads a short guided meditation on Or HaGanuz, the Hidden Inner Light of Awareness.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Episode 32: Professor Daniel Matt on Or HaGanuz
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In this episode Rabbi Ben Newman interviews the acclaimed Professor Daniel Matt on the idea of Or HaGanuz (the hidden light) in honor of the Hebrew month of Kislev, and in particular, this text sheet that he prepared on the topic: bit.ly/thehiddenlightDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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The Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 31: The Hidden Light
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In this episode, we present teachings on Or HaGanuz (The Hidden Light) from a series of texts compiled by Professor Daniel Matt. The link to the text sheet can be found here: https://bit.ly/thehiddenlightDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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I’m 18, And I Have A Story To Tell (feat. Ephraim Sacho)
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In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome our youngest podcaster to date! Born and bred in Crown Heights, Ephraim Sacho is an 18 year old student, and currently attends Bais Menachem Yeshiva in the Poconos (Wilkes-Barre). In this episode, Ephraim illuminates us with his experience facing crippling anxiety, depression, and paranoia. These factors s…
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The Neshamah Project Episode 30
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In this episode we present teachings from Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi on "The spiritual path and the terrain of the soul." Enjoy!Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Some teachings from HaTzaddik HaShotek (The Silent Tzaddik) Rebbe Mendel of Warka on the spiritual power of silence.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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This week Rabbi Ben discusses a poem by Marge Piercy, and talks about the power of blessing as having awareness of what IS in the current moment.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Episode 27
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In this episode we explore the power of intention in language and eating through commentaries on the Torah portion of Noach by The Baal Shem Tov and Menachem Nachem of Chernobyl.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Episode 26
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This week we discuss Sukkot using a Yehuda Amichai (below) as our jumping off point. We welcome guests Rabbi Shoshana Leis, Rabbi David Siff, and Michael SafranekYehuda Amichai poem: http://www.phys.unm.edu/~tw/fas/yits/archive/amichai_amaninhislife.htmlDoor Rabbi Ben Newman
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Neshamah Project Podcast Episode 25
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Teachings on the Jewish New Year and the story of the Clever and Simple Men from Rebbe Nachman of Bratslav.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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The traditional piyyut (song/poem) Ben Adam, as sung by Rabbi Ben Newman.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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A short meditation on the sounds of the shofar (ram's horn) in honor of the Hebrew month of Elul and the upcoming Jewish New Year.Door Rabbi Ben Newman
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