
Spiritually Hungry
Don’t miss this thought-provoking podcast series with authors Monica and Michael Berg. Together, they’ll answer your most pressing questions, offering sage advice for the modern world. Self-proclaimed Change Junkie, Monica Berg is an author and teacher who lectures internationally. Michael Berg is a rabbi and Aramaic scholar who has published almost 20 books on the teachings of Kabbalah. This husband and wife team has been sharing kabbalistic wisdom and relationship expertise with students for decades. Join them for a down-to-earth conversation about the big life questions that spark your curiosity the most.
Latest episodes

Feb 25, 2025 • 48min
205. Meeting Hate with Kindness: Matthew Stevenson’s Journey of Radical Welcome
What happens when you completely disagree with someone’s beliefs but still choose to show them human dignity? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry we talk to Matthew Stevenson, a Jewish student who invited Derek Black, once a rising leader in the white nationalist movement, to his weekly Shabbat dinners. Instead of debating or condemning Derek, Matthew offered connection—an approach that, over time, played a crucial role in Derek questioning and ultimately rejecting white nationalism. Tune in to hear how a simple act of compassion helped transform a life. Further Reading:Rising Out of Hatred by Eli Saslow

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Feb 18, 2025 • 30min
204. Tension to Transformation: The Spiritual Power of Hard Conversations
Discover how challenging conversations can actually deepen relationships, as personal anecdotes unveil the weight of effective communication. Hear a couple navigate struggles post-childbirth, learning to overcome ego and emotional distance. Explore spiritual lessons from biblical tales, illustrating how opposites can unite for personal growth. Relationships are framed as mirrors, reflecting cosmic purposes where friction becomes a catalyst for transformation. Tune in to transform conflict into opportunities for wisdom and connection.

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Feb 11, 2025 • 38min
203. The Key to the Most Fulfilling Relationships: The Power of Deep Connection
Difficult conversations can be transformative rather than destructive. The power of honest communication fosters intimacy and vulnerability, enhancing relationships. Emotional intelligence plays a vital role in parenting dynamics, shaped by past traumas. Curiosity and self-awareness are key to nurturing connections and resolving conflicts. Challenges can turn into pathways for growth, as illustrated by Kabbalistic teachings. Embracing discomfort ultimately leads to deeper personal connections and fulfilling relationships.

Feb 4, 2025 • 28min
202. Silencing Self-Doubt: Turning Inner Criticism into Confidence
Dive into the transformative journey of confronting self-doubt and inner criticism. Discover how acknowledging these feelings can spark personal growth and resilience. A captivating parable about a resilient donkey illustrates turning adversity into opportunity. The exploration of Kabbalistic wisdom reveals the inner critic's role in growth, encouraging positive actions and thoughts for a vibrant life. Embrace your inner voice as a catalyst for confidence and spiritual discovery.

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Jan 28, 2025 • 33min
201. Turning Darkness Into Light: The Blessing of Life's Challenges
Discover how embracing darkness can lead to personal transformation and growth. Explore the impact of negativity on our lives and the power of mindset shifts. Dive into the roots of life's challenges, understanding their connections to past experiences. Learn how transformative challenges can reveal hidden blessings and the importance of surrendering to guidance. Hear inspiring stories of connection, particularly through shared parenting experiences, fostering hope and resilience. It's a journey of turning struggles into spiritual gifts.

Jan 21, 2025 • 59min
200. Grief as a Teacher with Grant Garry
One of the hardest parts of grief is finding something beautiful within the loss. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, Grant Garry opens up about his transformative journey through grief and what led him to create a documentary about the experience of loss—Meet Me Where I Am. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about how the pain of grief can be a powerful teacher guiding us toward deeper joy. Further Resources:Meet Me Where I Am (Documentary) The Where Am I Podcast

Jan 14, 2025 • 38min
199. Supercharge This Year: How to Overcome Your Struggles & Win Your Battles
If your spiritual practice feels stagnant, it’s time to create change. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how breaking free from the familiar can reignite your spiritual practice and inspire meaningful growth. Join us as we share tools for embracing discomfort, trying something new, and strengthening your spiritual connection in the New Year.

Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 25min
198. I See Dead People: Tools for Deeper Intuition with Laura Lynne Jackson
Laura Lynne Jackson, a renowned psychic medium and bestselling author, shares her profound insights on intuition and the afterlife. She explains how everyone can tap into their psychic abilities, emphasizing love and community in this process. Laura discusses her family’s legacy of intuitive gifts, personal healing journeys, and the transformative power of surrendering during crises. Listeners learn about the emotional aspects of intuitive dreams and the enduring connections with loved ones beyond death, emphasizing love's impact on healing.

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Dec 24, 2024 • 26min
197. How This Year Will Be the Best One Yet: 3 Tools for Change
As the year wraps up, the hosts encourage a deep self-reflection to realign with core values. They highlight the importance of mindfulness, urging listeners to live fully in the moment. Emphasizing personal growth, they discuss embracing one's true purpose and learning from past challenges. The conversation stresses intentional investments of time and energy, as well as the need to transform negative thoughts with positive affirmations. Finally, they introduce a three-question audit to help set empowering intentions for the year ahead.

Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 4min
196. Raising Good Humans: 3 Ways to Mindfully Parent with Hunter Clarke-Fields
Parenting is full of big feelings—for kids and grown-ups—which makes the job of raising good humans tricky to navigate. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we talk to author Hunter Clarke-Fields about how to parent more mindfully and ultimately raise good humans. Further Readings:Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-FieldsRaising Good Humans Every Day by Hunter Clarke-Fields