Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

In the summer of 2019, Yossi Hecht’s life was drastically changed. The doctors found a tumor in his spine and he needed a number of surgeries to remove it.   One of the repercussions from such invasive surgeries, is that the ability to go to the bathroom can oftentimes be affected.   With advice of his Rabbeim, he embarked on a campaign for individuals to have more concentration on the bracha of Asher Yatzar. He saw personal wonders and has therefore made it his mission to try to inspire others to be more thankful. Thus, using the blessing as a conduit to appreciate all of the good bestowed upon us.   For more information about Yossi’s organization please visit: www.ashertotheyatzar.org   * SPONSOR LINK * Jewish tradition teaches that in every generation there are 36 people upon whose kindness and righteousness the very existence of the world depends, but whose identity no one knows - not even the 36 themselves.    Justin Hayet scours Israel to find the 36 most wonderful, interesting people doing the most wonderful, interesting things with the aim of discovering what makes Israel such a remarkable source of goodness. Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion. “A wonderful and broad selection of interviewees. Justin conducts his interviews with kindness and respect and draws out those he is speaking with. After each interview, I wish I could meet Justin and his new friends.”   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thirty-six/id1595118172 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zlLptB6swtpqPjkTe8ovV   This episode is in memory of:  Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe   Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here:  USA: (712) 432-3489  UK: 0333-366-0154  ISRAEL: 079-579-5088   Follow us on social media for more content: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/   Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com   Lchaim.

Judge Rachel Freier, founder of Ezras Nashim, wears many hats on top of paramedic — not least of which is US Civil Court Judge. Elected as Judge in 2016, it was a step up from her career in law, where she was licensed to practice in New York, New Jersey and Washington DC. As a wife, mother, grandmother and longtime community activist, Ruchie — as she is better known — made history as the first Chassidic woman elected to public office, earning an honor from her alma maters, Touro College and Brooklyn Law School. In this episode, Judge Ruchie talks to Yaakov about the hurdles she has faced along her journey, her experiences on TV and a big announcement on an exciting next chapter of her life. * SPONSOR LINKS * Check out Good Faith Effort! Every week, Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm, speaks with writers, artists, and faith leaders to discuss how the Bible informs our lives today -- from politics to psychology to pop culture. Explore the Bible’s role in Western society in conversations you won’t hear anywhere else! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-faith-effort/id1536163226 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2gaALr08qFhWJ3iWQubaez This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe You can reach Judge Freier here: RuchieFreier@gmail.com Our new and free call-in-to-listen feature is here: USA: (712) 432-3489 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 Follow us on social media for more content: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com Lchaim.

Rich grew up as a reformed Jew and today he lives in...Lakewood. Today he is famous for running free chol hamoid carnivals, philanthropic donations and running campaigns for the political parties he believes in. In this episode, Rich discusses how he found God, saved his business from bankruptcy and turned it into a multi-million dollar company and the challenges he had along the way. Check out Rich's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrRichardRoberts * SPONSOR LINKS * Check out Good Faith Effort! Every week, Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm, speaks with writers, artists, and faith leaders to discuss how the Bible informs our lives today -- from politics to psychology to pop culture. Explore the Bible’s role in Western society in conversations you won’t hear anywhere else! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-faith-effort/id1536163226 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2gaALr08qFhWJ3iWQubaez Awesome Book  HeavenWords - Elevate Your Tefillah... And Yourself. Transform your connection to Hashem for under $25! Available in Jewish bookstores everywhere or buy here: https://www.feldheim.com/heavenwords This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Uncle Shlomoh Ritterman & Uncle Zisha Ritterman Our new and free call-in-to-listen feature is here: USA: (712) 432-3489 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ Follow us on social media for more content: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com Lchaim.

Rabbi Klatzko attended Telshe Yeshiva in Cleveland, Staten Island Yeshiva and BMG, and received his rabbinic ordination from Mir Yeshiva in Brooklyn from Rabbi Shmuel Berenbaum, ZTL. Rabbi Klatzko accepted an offer to serve as Rabbi of the 14th ave Agudath Israel of Brooklyn, New York and Shaarey Tzedek Congregation in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. Rabbi Klatzko has been involved in campus outreach the past two decades as a regional director of Olami. Rabbi Benzion Klatzko also founded the website Shabbat.com to facilitate shabbos and shidduch connections across the globe. Today, Shabbat.com is the largest Jewish Social Network in the world. Endorsed by the gedolim and active in 220 countries, 10,000 people a week take advantage of the Shabbat.com service, which also includes Shidduchim. Rabbi Klatzko is also an author (The Kuntrus - Moznaim Publishing), a music composer and producer, an expert Judaica appraiser and collector and a Mohel. He has started over 15 organizations including Akiva Trips, Chazkeinu, Hashem.com and many more! Rabbi Klatzko, his wife Shani (ne Juravel), and their 11 children currently live in Monsey, New York, where hosting 70 or more people for Shabbos in the norm. He has been at the frontier of improving Jewish communal life. Sponsor Links Check out Good Faith Effort! Every week, Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm, speaks with writers, artists, and faith leaders to discuss how the Bible informs our lives today -- from politics to psychology to pop culture. Explore the Bible’s role in Western society in conversations you won’t hear anywhere else! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-faith-effort/id1536163226 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2gaALr08qFhWJ3iWQubaez This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima & Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Incredible Kosher Entertainment - https://yidflicks.com/  See R' Klatzko's groundbreaking app here: http://www.shabbat.com/ Download for Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/shabbat/id1037705799?ls=1 Download for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tribex.shabbat&hl=en BTW he also started this: https://siyumyomi.org/?ssrc=LL Our new and free call-in-to-listen feature is here: USA: (712) 432-3489 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ Follow us on social media for more content: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/livinglchaim Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com Lchaim.

At the age of 3, Yakov Horowitz lost his father. After many years of teaching, he wrote a 4,500 word essay in The Jewish Observer titled “An Ounce of Prevention” on the subject of at-risk teens in the community. The article shocked the Orthodox community and led to an invitation to address the 1996 National Conventions of Agudath Israel of America and Torah Umesorah. It also led to the founding of Project Y.E.S. in 1997, which he is the director. In 1997, Horowitz founded Yeshiva Darchei Noam of Monsey, a child-centered yeshiva, and published Bright Beginnings Chumash and Gemara workbooks that are currently used in over 100 schools. He authored two books on chinuch and parenting and is a regular columnist for The Jewish Press and Mispacha on topics including mental health, social problems, internet usage and child safety. In partnership with ArtScroll, he published a groundbreaking child safety book "Let's Stay Safe,” that is in over 130,000 homes in 3 languages. Horowitz uses social media to warn about sex offenders within the Jewish community and how to avoid them. He recently launched a campaign to get a copy of the safety books in every home, learn more here https://www.childsafetybook.org More books here: https://amzn.to/3hpKdqc And follow him here: https://www.instagram.com/yakovhorowitz/?hl=en And here: http://www.rabbihorowitz.com/PYes/MGFiles/about.cfm   PLEASE NOTE: The goal of this show is to help people find themselves and get more connected to Hashem. There was a particular moment, where Yitzie was expressing some of his struggles and thoughts that we wish we could've addressed more and explored. Torah study is of the highest regard to us. Maybe we'll do a full episode about the importance and incredible holiness of the Talmud.   Yitzie Ingber guest hosts this episode. Listen to Yitzie's podcast here: plinkhq.com/i/1516220411   This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima and Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Incredible Kosher Entertainment - https://yidflicks.com/ Our new and free call-in-to-listen feature is here: USA: (712) 432-3489 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ Follow us on social media for more content: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/livinglchaim Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com Lchaim.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Beri a new-age Chasidic singer, composer, entertainer AND Rosh HaYeshiva (Yes, you read that right). He is a renowned “vocal powerhouse” and gained popularity soon after he began releasing his albums in 2007. However, the debut of his celebrated “Thank You Hashem” gripped the attention of Jewish music fans worldwide. Beri’s music emanates fresh energy in soulful, creative singing. His unique style, inspired by mystical Chassidus, aims to motivate and elevate fans around the globe. Beri began his singing career at age nine. He sang alongside popular musical artists including MBD, Moshe Goldman, and Mendy Werdyger and later joined the Shira Choir. Beri names Shlomo Carlebach and MBD as his major musical influences and was immersed in their music throughout his childhood. Beri draws his musical inspiration from the teachings of R’ Nachman of Breslev and enjoys exploring the Rebbe’s views on the spirituality of music with Reb Lazer Brody, Reb Motta Frank and Reb Itche Mier Morgenstern of Jerusalem. A few years ago, Beri opened a yeshiva for boys who have been mistreated or misunderstood.  In this episode, Beri explores where he finds the soul in his songs, where he turns for inspiration and how he balances being a rebbi and a world-famous singer. Beri's music: https://youtube.com/c/BeriWeberMusic www.beriweber.com reach him here: yeshivako@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/beriweber/ This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima and Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe  Incredible Kosher Entertainment - https://yidflicks.com/ Our new and free call-in-to-listen feature is here: USA: (712) 432-3489 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ Follow us on social media for more content:  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/livinglchaim Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com Lchaim.

Eli Paley, an alumnus of the Chevron Yeshiva, is owner of Mishpacha Media Group and publisher of the Mishpacha weekly magazine for the haredi and Dati sectors, in Israel and abroad, in Hebrew and English. He is a businessman and social activist, and is chairman of the Paley Family Foundation which supports and promotes Torah centers and social initiatives in the haredi community. He is a member of the Jewish Funders Network and is active in several philanthropic organizations. Eli is one of Klal Yisroel's biggest visionaries and he actually brings his ideas to life. With perhaps the most influential company in the Orthodox world, Eli and his team help bring messages to life on a weekly basis. We discuss the Mishpacha's origin, challenges they constantly need to deal with and the overall goals of Eli. This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima and Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe  Incredible Kosher Entertainment - https://yidflicks.com/ Our brand new and free call-in-to listen feature is here: USA: (712) 432-3489 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ Follow us on social media for more content:  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/livinglchaim Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com Lchaim.

Rosie Heilbrun was always told her red hair was a curse, but she never believed it. She often dreamed what it would look like under a white veil with the man of her dreams by her side. However, her life takes a harrowing turn in 1944 when she is forced out of her home and sent to the most gruesome of places: Auschwitz. Upon arrival, Rosie’s head is shaved and along with the loss of her beautiful hair, she loses the life she once cherished. Among the chaos and surrounded by hopelessness, Rosie realizes the only thing the Nazis cannot take away from her is the fierce redhead resilience in her spirit. When all of her friends conclude they are going to heaven from Auschwitz, she remains determined to get home. She summons all of her courage, through death camps and death marches to do just that. Her granddaughter, Nechama Birnbaum knew the world needed to know her grandmother's story. Her book "The Redhead of Auschwitz" is about the intricacies of Jewish culture that still exist today and the tender experiences that are universal to all humanity: family, coming of age, and first love. It is a story that celebrates believing in yourself no matter the odds. This is a story about the little redheaded girl who thought she could, and so she did. Unfortunately, shortly after this interview, Rosie passed away. It is with great sadness but also honor, that we have the opportunity to release an interview with her to help perpetuate her legacy. You can buy her book here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-redhead-of-auschwitz-nechama-birnbaum/1140355747?ean=9789493231795 IG: https://www.instagram.com/theredheadofauschwitz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theredheadofauschwitz? This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Rechel Chana bas Yecheskel Yaakov Incredible Kosher Entertainment - https://yidflicks.com/ Subscribe to our podcast for early access to episodes Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inspiration-for-the-nation-with-yaakov-langer/id1619028254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3i1uGorQyr05XDr3y47YJt Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3GsCpSv Our brand new and free call-in-to listen feature is here: USA: (712) 432-3489 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ Follow us on social media for more content: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/livinglchaim Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com Lchaim.

Ben Shapiro is an American political commentator, public speaker, author, and lawyer. He is also an Orthodox Jew. He is a firm supporter of conservatism, or “right-wing” politics. Shapiro became a nationally syndicated columnist at the age of 17. Born into a family with Jewish origins, Shapiro excelled in academics even in his early days. He founded the conservative news and opinion website ‘The Daily Wire’ and serves as its editor-in-chief. Presently, Shapiro hosts the daily political podcast ‘The Ben Shapiro Show’, the top conservative podcast in the nation. Ben is not afraid to stand up for what he believes in. While wearing his kippah, he put every ounce of his energy in trying to find the truth and bring logic to America. Also, his wife is a doctor. In this week's special episode, Yaakov gets to sit down with Ben and ask him about his background, hashkafas, favorite mitzvah and more. There are some mature topics in this episode, if you are under the age of 15 please speak to your parent before listening. This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe   SPONSOR LINK  Aron's Kissena Farms - http://www.kissenafarms.com/   You can WATCH this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/c/LivingLchaim Our brand new and free call-in-to listen feature is here:  USA: (605) 477-2100 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088   More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/   Follow us on social media for more content: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/livinglchaim   Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513 If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com   Lchaim.

Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein ZTL was the founder of Ohr Yitzchak, Ateres Naava Seminary for Girls, and Ohr Naava Women's Institute in Brooklyn, NY. Ohr Naava is a unique program designed for women ages 17 through 120 who are interested in furthering their Torah experience. The program, which was under the leadership of Rabbi Wallerstein, started out as a Wednesday evening class in a small classroom known as a "Chabura." It brought together girls who had just returned from studying in Israel, college students who needed a weekly moment of inspiration, and most of all, Jews of different backgrounds with one common goal, to grow and change. The signature of Ohr Naava is to provide a multitude of programs, absolutely free of charge, for women wishing to make the time to grow, change and further their Torah knowledge. While Ohr Naava’s staff is ensuring that all programming remains in place, it was Rabbi Wallerstein who fundraised its multi-million dollar budget each year. His passing leaves us with the communal responsibility to ensure that Ohr Naava remains solvent, perpetuating the legacy of a man who saw the potential in each girl, treating everyone like a daughter.  PLEASE DONATE HERE: https://rabbiwallersteinlegacyfund.org/52229 or Checks can be sent to: Ohr Naava 2361 Nostrand Avenue Suite 402 Brooklyn, NY 11210 Episode Order: 00:07:05 - Howie Hershkovich, "Like My Father" 00:25:30 - Melissa Sherman, "Saved My Jewish Life" 00:42:33 - Rabbi Moishe Elefant & R' Duvie Zicherman, "Changing the World AND Being There for his Family" 01:35:38 - Yaakov Langer, "How He Changed Me" This episode is in memory of: Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima, Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe and Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein.