Best NDG Podcasts (2026)

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1-4-26 NDG Aaron Live, "Speaking in Tongues Part 2" - Audio 1:07:12

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Continuing our discussion on Prophecy and Spiritual Gifts. If you appreciate my work please consider a donation to: "paypal.me/newdayglobal" Thank You!By Aaron Tomlinson

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Turn Your Head... How Moses Found His Calling and How You Can Find Yours 31:18

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Moses had every reason to stay comfortable: palace roots, a peaceful life in Midyan, and an age where most people stop reinventing themselves. Then a bush burned and refused to go away. In this class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the moment that changes everything: not charging forward, not fixing the world, but simply turning your head. Through …

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Our Grandparents 50:09

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In this episode, Lynn and Karl discuss their grandparents, focusing specifically on their grandmothers. They take a trip down memory lane, highlighting the fragile state of seniors and acknowledging the undeniable fact that everyone ages. As they say goodbye to 2025, they emphasize the importance of reaching out to those who have paved the way for …

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11-28-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Prophecy, Ecstasy and Spiritual Gifts" - Audio 1:04:07

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Today I continue this series looking at spiritual gifts and how those gifts relate to us today. In this teaching we examine prophecy and its connection to mystical ecstasy, why are these concepts related and how did we lose the noetic ways of knowing in the modern world particularly in the West.By Aaron Tomlinson

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The Greatest Light That Could Only Come from the Deepest Darkness 41:20

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The moment Joseph reveals himself to his brothers is not just a family reunion, it is a soul disclosure. In this class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores why Joseph repeats himself, why he asks his brothers to come closer, and why he insists on reminding them that they sold him into Egypt. Drawing from Torah, Midrash, and Kabbalah, we discover that Jo…

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12-21-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Speaking in Tongues" - Audio 1:01:41

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Speaking in tongues is one of the most common and strangest of the Spiritual Gifts. In this teaching we look at the history of the phenomena and scientific research that has been done on it. Rather than being the ramblings of religious fanatics, tongue speaking shows surprising mental, emotional and spiritual benefits. Join me as we unpack this str…

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After Bondi Beach Attack: Chabad Answers Darkness with Light! 32:53

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This Shabbat, as Chanukah and Parshat Miketz converge, our hearts are heavy and our calling is clear. From the moment the Maccabees discovered a single cruse of oil in the desecrated Temple, Jewish history hinged not on what was found, but on what was done. They could have preserved the oil as a relic. Instead, they used it and ignited a light that…

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12-14-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Spiritual Gifts as Universal Phenomena" - Audio 1:14:13

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In this teaching I continue exploring Spiritual Gifts as Universal Phenomena experienced through perpetual filters. We look at prophecy, channeling, etc. through a universal lens and discus what it means for today. If you appreciate my work please consider a donation at: "paypal.me/newdayglobal". Thank you!…

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Are the Jewish People Really the Chosen People? 41:31

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In this morning’s class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explored the baffling, almost mythical global obsession with Israel and the Jewish people, a tiny nation that somehow takes up an outsized share of the world’s attention. Drawing on the teachings of Rabbi Simon Jacobson, Rabbi YY Jacobson, and Rabbi Manis Friedman, Rabbi Bernath unpacked the spiritual …

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12-7-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Spiritual GIfts After Deconstruction" - Audio 1:23:06

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In this teaching, I want to talk about spiritual gifts as a universal human experience. Spiritual gifts are not the property of one group or religion. Today we look at the gift of prophecy and how it relates to us today especially if we have deconstructed from evangelical or pentecostal Christianity. If you appreciate my work please consider a dona…

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A New Way to See Charity: When Giving Becomes Receiving 25:43

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In this heart-opening conversation, Rabbi Bernath shares a powerful true story of a needy bride who felt ashamed to accept financial help, until she discovers that she is a partner, not a burden. Drawing on the Torah’s teaching of Yissachar and Zevulun, and Chassidic wisdom from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, he reveals the revolutionary idea that tzedakah…

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In Conversation with Rabbi David Eliezrie | UNdaunted: How the Sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn Saved Russian Jewry, Reimagined American Judaism, Ignited a Global Jewish Renaissance 1:05:06

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In this remarkable conversation, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath sits down with Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie to explore UNdaunted, his newly released biography of the Previous Lubavitcher Rebbe, a hero of Jewish history whose courage rewrote the future. We journey through the Rebbe’s extraordinary childhood, discovering how early acts of bravery shaped a leader who …

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Repost: Mental Health Advocate & Wellness Speaker (Audley Coley) 39:51

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We go back in the Time Machine: 2021 January 28th In this episode, we talk to Audley Coley, Motivational & Keynote Speaker, Fitness Coach & Mental Health Advocate. You most likely know him from his Bell Let’s Talk adds and his book Audley enough. Audley shares with us his journey and how he got acquainted with BellLetsTalk.https://letstalk.bell.ca/…

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11-30-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Reimagining Spiritual Gifts" - Audio 53:47

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Most of the content one will find on the internet or in book stores on the topic of spiritual gifts is predominantly from a Christian perspective. It is almost as though spiritual gifts, or at least the therm, belongs exclusively to one religion. In this teaching I explain why that is not true, and i Strip away misconceptions created by modern Chri…

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Climbing Jacob’s Ladder: The Four Worlds & The Journey of Prayer 55:15

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Prayer isn’t supposed to feel far away, confusing, or “for holier people.” It’s a ladder right beneath your feet, starting exactly where you are, in your busy, messy, beautiful real life. Tonight, we explore the ancient Kabbalistic map of the four worlds of Action, Emotion, Understanding, and Oneness and discover how the structure of our daily pray…

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Gratitude in Crazy Times: How Rachel Taught Us the Secret to Staying Whole 29:36

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Life doesn’t wait until everything is perfect. It shows up messy, unpredictable, and sometimes painful. In this uplifting and down-to-earth session, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores how Rachel Imeinu, through the birth of Yosef revealed a simple yet profound mindset that can transform the way we handle challenges. We’ll discover how gratitude isn’t a…

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11-23-25 NDG Aaron Live, "How to Connect with Spirit" - Audio 1:08:31

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In this teaching I share some practical advice for people wanting to know HOW to connect with Spirit and unseen reality. After listening to this teaching you should have a solid foundation to start the adventure. If you appreciate my work please consider a donation to: "paypal.me/newdayglobal". Thank you!…

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Why Laughter Might Be the Holiest Thing in Your Relationship 28:48

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In this morning’s class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath dove into one of the strangest, most beautiful marriage scenes in the entire Torah, Yitzchak and Rivkah caught “jesting” behind a window. Why does the Torah use a word for laughter to describe intimacy? Why is the first Jew born into the covenant literally named “He Will Laugh”? And why does Rivkah’s n…

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11-16-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Don't Lose Your Birthright to the Powers of Darkness" - Audio 1:04:03

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In this teaching, I discuss the reality of the power of darkness in a rational way and talk about how religion and secularism hijack our true identity and prevent us from experiencing our Divine Human Identity.By Aaron Tomlinson

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Waking Up to the Gift of Time 27:03

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In this morning’s class, Rabbi Bernath explored the timeless lesson hidden in a sleepy Midrash. When Rabbi Akiva saw his students dozing off, he woke them not with rebuke, but with revelation: the story of Queen Esther’s 127 provinces, mirroring the 127 years of Sarah’s life. From this, the Chedushei HaRim teaches that Sarah lived every moment so f…

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11-9-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Spirit Reimagined" - Audio 52:28

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How we can rethink or re-imagine what it means to know and relate to God in the Spirit. We can discover a new way of relating with God without all the religious baggage and find answers and resources to help us live the life we want. If you appreciate my work, please consider a donation to: "paypal.me/newdayglobal". Thank you!…

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When the Flame Goes Out: Finding Your Spark in the Empty Vessel 1:01:01

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In this heart-stirring exploration of the prophet Elisha’s miracle for the destitute widow, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath invites us to uncover our own “cruse of oil” the indestructible spark of holiness within. Drawing from Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi’s profound interpretation, we discover that the widow’s empty vessels are our empty actions, our daily …

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11-2-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Reprogramming the Religious Mind" - Audio 1:05:32

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Reprogramming the Religious Mind Beyond Punishment and Atheism. In this teaching, I talk about how religious programming can leave us with mind viruses that distort our views of ourselves, life and a relationship with the DIvine. I'm asking the question, "Is it possible to move beyond traditional 'either-or' thinking to find a new version of faith …

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AMA: Am I less of a Jew because I was raised Reform? 17:21

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In this heartfelt Ask Me Anything, Rabbi Bernath responds to someone from the Kabbalah for Everyone Community, a lifelong Reform Jew who asks a question many have quietly carried: “Am I less of a Jew because I was raised Reform?” Rabbi Bernath explores how Jewish identity transcends denominational labels. Drawing on teachings from Tanya and Rashi, …

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Do I Hear the Call? Lech Lecha. 41:06

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This morning, Rabbi Bernath explored a fascinating question raised by the great medieval sage Nachmanides (the Ramban): Why does the Torah introduce every major biblical figure with their background—except Abraham? Why does G-d suddenly appear and tell him, “Lech Lecha — Go to yourself”, without any explanation of why him? The Ramban and later Chas…

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10-20-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Life in the Spirit" - Audio 58:17

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The Spiritual Life has Three Main Requirements: 1) Making intentional contact with Spirit; 2) Integrating that into the resto of our lives; 3) Sustaining. In this teaching I talk about these 3 challenges and hint at how we can rise up to meet them. Hope you enjoy it! If you appreciate my work please consider a donation at: "paypal.me/newdayglobal".…

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10-13-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Connecting with Spirit" - Audio 1:06:09

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We're talking about connecting with Spirit, Higher Plains and Spiritual Helpers. How can we know when we are interacting with egregores that are keeping us stagnant? I share some personal experiences and hopefully share some practical thoughts and how you can begin or progress along your path in life accessing the vast and eternal world and resourc…

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The Hero for the Simple People: Turning the Story of Noah on it’s Head 28:22

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This morning, Rabbi Bernath explored one of the most misunderstood heroes in Torah, Noach. While the Torah calls him a tzaddik, some sages question whether he was truly righteous or simply better than those around him. Why would our tradition, which praises kindness and humility, seem to downplay the one man who saved humanity? Drawing on a 1964 te…

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The Divine Split: How Genesis Reveals the Secret to Love, Gender, and G-d 57:30

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In this morning’s class, Rabbi Bernath explored one of the most profound paradoxes in the Torah, the two seemingly contradictory accounts of Adam and Eve’s creation. Far from a textual flaw, this duality encodes the deepest truths about relationships, individuality, and spiritual evolution. The first creation describes Adam and Eve as one, a fused,…

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The Dance of Return: Joy That No Enemy Can Steal 13:52

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Rabbi Yisroel Bernath delivers a moving Simchat Torah sermon celebrating the miraculous return of the hostages, a moment when prophecy, pain, and prayer converge into pure joy. He draws a profound parallel between this homecoming and the essence of Simchat Torah, a holiday where Jews dance not because of ritual, but because of belonging. Rabbi Bern…

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Building Joy in a Shaky World | Rabbi Bernath’s Sermon for Sukkot 2025 36:55

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When Rabbi Yisroel Bernath spotted a superyacht with an infinity pool merging into the sky, it sparked a journey through one of the most powerful Talmudic stories, Rabbi Akiva’s “sukkah on a ship.” From that image of faith floating on waves, this class dives into the timeless tension between fragility and faith, exploring what it means to build Jew…

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10-5-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Lifting the Veil" - Audio 57:01

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In this teaching I look at Sacred Times and Seasons that make it easier for us to connect with Spirit. If you appreciate my work please consider a donation at "paypal.me/newdayglobal". Thank you!By Aaron Tomlinson

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A Fresh Start 36:35

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We are back under Vision A&C (Art and Culture). Our first episode, "A Fresh Start," is out now. In this episode, we discuss community projects, our perspective on recent news, and what's next. Tune in to join the conversation! https://www.visionartandculture.org

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9-28-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Metaphysics and Faith" - Audio 1:06:47

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Metaphysics and Faith: A reasonable approach to the Supernatural.By Aaron Tomlinson

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Be the Breeze: The Power of One Soul on Rosh Hashanah 19:53

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Rabbi Yisroel Bernath recorded this sermon before Rosh Hashana as he was preparing and we are sharing it with you... of course it’s nothing close to the magic of Rosh Hashana at Chabad NDG in Montreal. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath’s Rosh Hashanah sermon reminds us that the world doesn’t change through headlines or massive movements alone, it turns on smal…

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Laughing Into the Future: The Promise of Rosh Hashanah | Rabbi Bernath's Sermon for the Rosh Hashana 2025 25:57

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Rabbi Yisroel Bernath recorded this sermon before Rosh Hashana as he was preparing and we are sharing it with you... of course its nothing close to the magic of Rosh Hashana at Chabad NDG in Montreal. In this Rosh Hashanah sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath weaves humor, Torah, and Jewish resilience into a message of hope and renewal. Beginning with lau…

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9-21-25 NDG Aaron Live - "Faith Reframed" - Audio 1:03:38

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Does faith in any form have any real value? I think it has tremendous value when it is understood and applied in a healthy and live-giving way. In this teaching I look at how faith is often misunderstood in religious and spiritual circles, why it is beneficial and how we can reframe our ideas of faith in a way that protects us from "toxic faith" an…

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9-7-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Principles of Quantum Healing" - Audio 50:01

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What is Quantum Healing? How does it differ from "faith healing" - "divine healing", etc.? Based upon ancient principles and modern breakthroughs, I discuss actions you can take to either heal yourself or be more effective in assisting others who are trying to.By Aaron Tomlinson

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Who Are You Meant to Be? | Rabbi Yisroel Bernath Rosh Hashanah Sermon 58:46

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Sometimes it takes a crisis to stop us in our tracks and ask: Who am I? What kind of spouse am I? What kind of person am I becoming? On Rosh Hashanah, Judaism invites us to ask these very questions. And at the heart of the holiday is a mysterious, beloved prayer: Hayom Harat Olam, “Today the world is born.” But did you know? The same phrase appears…

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Make a Confession: Reclaiming Judaism’s Lost Art of Owning Our Goodness 49:30

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In this class, Rabbi Bernath reframed the very idea of confession in Judaism. While most people think of confession as listing sins and failures, the Torah introduces Vidui Ma’aser, a “confession” where the farmer proudly declares to G-d that he has fulfilled every detail of the mitzvah of tithing. Why would the Torah call this a confession? Becaus…

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Finding G-d in Our Struggles: The Firstborn of the Unloved 49:00

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In this week’s Torah portion, Ki Seitzei, we learn the law of the firstborn: even if the firstborn son comes from the “unloved” wife, he must be given the double portion. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explored the deeper Kabbalistic meaning behind this law, revealing that the “beloved” and “unloved” wives are metaphors for two sides of our soul — the inspi…

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What's Happening in NDG || Episode 70 25:30

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In this episode, host Zach talks with Halah, the executive director of the NDG community council, about the Ride for Refuge, a family-friendly fundraising bike and walk in support of local charities serving people seeking hope, safety, and freedom. What’s Happening in NDG is a show for residents of the Montreal borough of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, as we…

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One G-d, Many Voices: How Diversity Makes Us Whole 28:51

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Rabbi Yisroel Bernath unpacks a fascinating teaching: why does G-d reject the idea of a single-stone altar? At first glance it’s just about ancient rituals, but the deeper message is timeless. Real faith and real life can’t be built on “one stone” one path, one perspective, one style. True oneness comes from many stones joined together. This class …

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8-24-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Seeker or Cynic?" - Audio 1:14:04

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Seeker or Cynic describes two very different approaches or temperaments when it comes to life and spirituality in particular. In this teaching I share my own transformation from seeker to cynic and back again. I also share how last year I received a wake up call in terms of a very severe health challenge. I talk about my journey from sickness to he…

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Rebroadcast: Elul & High Holidays - Our Marriage with G-d 20:42

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The 5-Step Program of Spiritual Courtship, Engagement, Marriage, Honeymoon, and Real Life: Discovering the Divine Romance in Our Lives In this sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the deep and mystical relationship between G-d and the Jewish people, likened to a sacred marriage. Drawing from Kabbalistic and Chassidic teachings, Rabbi Bernath delv…

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Integrity & Ambition: The Torah’s Blueprint for Shining in a Broken World 25:18

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In this class, Rabbi Bernath drew a powerful line from Hitler’s Germany to Hamas today, using a hidden diary entry of the Lubavitcher Rebbe dated September 11, 1941. The Rebbe reflected on why kosher fish require both fins and scales, teaching that these symbolize two essential traits for Jewish life: ambition (fins) and integrity (scales). -Nazi G…

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Life, Love, and Everything in Between | A Conversation with Jeffrey Warner 1:00:36

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I just returned from the JLI Retreat in Washington DC, at retreat at around 1:30am on Saturday night, I sat down with Jeffrey Warner, a university student from Arizona who has been listening to my podcasts for a long time. Our conversation about life, love, relationships, and so much more was raw and real, the kind of talk that reminds you what it …

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8-17-25 NDG Aaron Live, "Opening to Spirit" - Audio 1:05:21

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It has been said that we are not human beings having a spiritual experience but rather spiritual beings having a human experience. Forces in the culture, whether they are religious or scientific, have caused many people to fall into a consensus trance that doesn't allow for either spiritual experiences or spirit identity. In this teaching I discuss…

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Independent Jewish Voices Part 2. (Corey Balsam) 39:50

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The second part of the interview is out. We continue our conversation with Corey Balsam, the National Coordinator of Independent Jewish Voices. Corey’s longstanding involvement with Independent Jewish Voices (IJV) began in his hometown of Ottawa and continued during his time in Toronto. After spending nearly four years in Palestine working with Oxf…

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What's Happening in NDG || Episode 69 23:17

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In this episode, host Lisa talks to Anne Isabelle about minibiblioPLUS. What’s Happening in NDG is a show for residents of the Montreal borough of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, as well as the Montreal community at large, to highlight important events and initiatives happening in NDG, and the wonderful folks that make things happen. This show is presented an…