Best Rabbi Yisroel Bernath Podcasts (2025)

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A Personal Message from Rabbi Yisroel Bernath 8:03

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Send us a text Purchase a raffle ticket here (there's 32 hours left!) http://www.charidy.com/ndg - I hope you are well. This Wednesday marks something deeply personal for me and Sara. Exactly 20 years ago, we arrived in Montreal with a few suitcases, a tiny apartment… and one big, beating dream: To build a Jewish home for anyone who needed one. Not…

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Matchmaker Meets Deal Maker: Connections That Count 41:01

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In this episode of Matchmaker Matchmaker, we’re talking about a different kind of love language: business matchmaking! I sat down with Brian Spivak of Barzel Media in Tel Aviv, and we explored how every match romantic, professional, or even a new home can change someone’s life. We talked about: - How one casual intro turned into a full-time job - A…

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Moses’ Rebuke & the Art of Receiving Criticism: A Parsha Perspective on Self-Esteem 45:07

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This class explores one of the Torah’s most striking rebukes, Moses’ fiery confrontation with the tribes of Reuben and Gad and uncovers why they chose silence over self-defense. Through this encounter and a powerful Chassidic story about the Sefas Emes, Rabbi Bernath examines why we often recoil at criticism and how to reframe it as a holy opportun…

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Moses’ Rebuke & the Art of Receiving Criticism: A Parsha Perspective on Self-Esteem 45:07

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Send us a text This class explores one of the Torah’s most striking rebukes, Moses’ fiery confrontation with the tribes of Reuben and Gad and uncovers why they chose silence over self-defense. Through this encounter and a powerful Chassidic story about the Sefas Emes, Rabbi Bernath examines why we often recoil at criticism and how to reframe it as …

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The G-d Question: Beyond the Bearded Man in the Sky | A Candid Discussion. 1:03:11

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In this eye-opening session, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores one of the most profound and misunderstood topics of all time: What is G-d? Moving beyond simplistic childhood images of a supernatural sky-being, we delve into Jewish, Chassidic, philosophical, and even scientific perspectives on the Divine. Drawing from thinkers like Einstein and the Alt…

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The G-d Question: Beyond the Bearded Man in the Sky | A Candid Discussion. 1:03:11

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Send us a text In this eye-opening session, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores one of the most profound and misunderstood topics of all time: What is G-d? Moving beyond simplistic childhood images of a supernatural sky-being, we delve into Jewish, Chassidic, philosophical, and even scientific perspectives on the Divine. Drawing from thinkers like Einst…

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The Three-Match Club: Jenny's Matchmaker Journey 15:49

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The Three-Match Club: Jenny's Matchmaker Journey In this heartwarming episode of *Matchmaker, Matchmaker*, I sit down with the fabulous Jenny Sved an organic connector, community builder, and now... official member of the “Three Match Club!” 💫 Here’s what we schmoozed about: 🧩 How Jenny made her own match (yes, it counts!). 🪑 The wedding seating sw…

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Cursed to Bless: The Unlikely Prophet and the Eternal People - An Overview of Parshat Balak 30:19

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In this gripping journey through Parshat Balak, Rabbi Bernath reveals the hidden spiritual war behind the political drama. Balak, king of Moav, turns to the infamous prophet Bilaam to curse Israel—but instead, Bilaam becomes an unwitting conduit for some of the most beautiful blessings in Torah. From the fall of Sichon and Og to the rise of Pinchas…

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Who Really Wrote the Torah? A Conversation on G-d, Truth, and the Power of Ideas 57:07

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Send us a text In this heart-open, mind-stretching class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath dives headfirst into one of the most profound questions ever asked: Who wrote the Torah and what do we mean by G-d? Sparked by a challenge from Ilana, a thoughtful soul who just "won the raffle" and then handed Rabbi Bernath some of the hardest theological questions he'…

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Matchmaker Magic from Mexico City 33:41

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In this episode, I sat down with the incredible Irit Esses psychologist, matchmaker, and leader of a powerful matchmaking community in Mexico City. We dug into: 💫 Irit’s journey from dating struggles to 24+ successful matches 🛠️ The power of knowing your non-negotiables 👶 Inspiring stories, including matches that led to babies and cross-border love…

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Who Really Wrote the Torah? A Conversation on G-d, Truth, and the Power of Ideas 57:07

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In this heart-open, mind-stretching class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath dives headfirst into one of the most profound questions ever asked: Who wrote the Torah and what do we mean by G-d? Sparked by a challenge from Ilana, a thoughtful soul who just "won the raffle" and then handed Rabbi Bernath some of the hardest theological questions he's faced, this c…

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A Personal Message from Rabbi Yisroel Bernath 8:03

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Purchase a raffle ticket here (there's 32 hours left!) http://www.charidy.com/ndg - I hope you are well. This Wednesday marks something deeply personal for me and Sara. Exactly 20 years ago, we arrived in Montreal with a few suitcases, a tiny apartment… and one big, beating dream: To build a Jewish home for anyone who needed one. Not just a synagog…

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“Date ‘Em Til You Hate ‘Em” with Shirel 30:34

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In this episode, I’m joined by Shirel a digital nomad with Indian-Israeli roots, a spicy palate, and a heart full of Jewish values. We talked about one of my favorite philosophies: “Date ‘Em Til You Hate ‘Em” giving people a real chance, staying open, and learning about yourself in the process. Shirel shared: •⁠ ⁠Her dating journey across Tel Aviv …

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The Serpents: When the Poison Becomes the Cure: Finding Healing in the Very Place You Were Hurt 38:15

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Send us a text In this deep and soulful journey through Parshat Chukas, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath unpacks one of the most perplexing and powerful moments in the Torah: the copper snake on a pole. Why did G-d command Moses to use the very symbol of suffering, the snake, as a healing instrument? What does it mean that people had to look up at the snake t…

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The Serpents: When the Poison Becomes the Cure: Finding Healing in the Very Place You Were Hurt 38:15

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In this deep and soulful journey through Parshat Chukas, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath unpacks one of the most perplexing and powerful moments in the Torah: the copper snake on a pole. Why did G-d command Moses to use the very symbol of suffering, the snake, as a healing instrument? What does it mean that people had to look up at the snake to be cured? Thr…

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Andrew’s Dating Story: Philly, Dogs & the Search for Real Love 25:05

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In this episode of Matchmaker Matchmaker, I introduce you to Andrew a kind, thoughtful, and very real single man in his mid 30's from Philadelphia 🐾💬 We dive into his dating story, and here’s what we covered: Why family values are at the heart of what he’s looking for ❤️ The role cultural compatibility plays in lasting love His love for dogs and wh…

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The Mutiny: Moses, Korach, and the Relentless Pursuit of Peace 27:27

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In this gripping class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath delves into the tragic and turbulent rebellion led by Korach, Dathan, Abiram, and On ben Peles against Moses and Aaron. The narrative unveils not just a mutiny, but a masterclass in leadership, humility, and boundless love for even the most stubborn opponents. Through an exploration of four key episodes…

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The Mutiny: Moses, Korach, and the Relentless Pursuit of Peace 27:27

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Send us a text In this gripping class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath delves into the tragic and turbulent rebellion led by Korach, Dathan, Abiram, and On ben Peles against Moses and Aaron. The narrative unveils not just a mutiny, but a masterclass in leadership, humility, and boundless love for even the most stubborn opponents. Through an exploration of fo…

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The Thing I Fear Most Is Fear: From Vain Tears to Healing Power | Why Fear Paralyzes, and How We Are Finally Ready to Rise Above It 30:10

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Send us a text On the night of Tisha B’Av, the Jewish people cried out of fear, not from a real threat, but from a perceived one. That night became a tragic turning point in our history, not because of a divine punishment, but because fear itself became the seed of generations of sorrow. This class explores the deeper meaning of those "vain tears" …

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The Thing I Fear Most Is Fear: From Vain Tears to Healing Power with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath 30:10

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On the night of Tisha B’Av, the Jewish people cried out of fear, not from a real threat, but from a perceived one. That night became a tragic turning point in our history, not because of a divine punishment, but because fear itself became the seed of generations of sorrow. This class explores the deeper meaning of those "vain tears" through Torah, …

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From Australia to NYC: A Jewish Journey of Identity, Love & Light with Maskit Mati 46:54

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This episode is full of ruach (spirit), inspiration, and classic Jewish geography the kind where one introduction leads to another and suddenly, the world feels small and deeply connected. I sat down with the radiant and talented Maskit, sister of Tair, from Jack’s Jewish Journey to hear her story of spiritual growth, creativity, and finding clarit…

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Stillness in the Storm: How to Find Peace in a Fragmented World 38:35

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Send us a text In this weeks class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath reveals the Torah’s timeless wisdom for navigating today’s anxious, high-speed world. Rooted in a single verse from Parshat Behaalotecha, we uncover how the cloud that guided the Jewish people through the desert wasn’t just GPS, it was G-d’s embrace, offering a blueprint for emotional resili…

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Stillness in the Storm: How to Find Peace in a Fragmented World 38:35

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In this weeks class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath reveals the Torah’s timeless wisdom for navigating today’s anxious, high-speed world. Rooted in a single verse from Parshat Behaalotecha, we uncover how the cloud that guided the Jewish people through the desert wasn’t just GPS, it was G-d’s embrace, offering a blueprint for emotional resilience. Drawing o…

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Power Couple: Love, Ambition & Building Together with Jason Feifer & Jen Miller 39:15

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with not one but two amazing guests: Jason Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, and Jen Miller, New York Times journalist and author. Not only are they accomplished professionals, but they’ve also been happily married for 13 years. We dive deep into the heart of their relationship a…

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Episode 31: Season 2, Episode 3: Kosher Wine on the Road | Dan Levin, Kosher Winemaker One Hope Winery, Marciano Estate, Mayacamas, The Reserve, Napa Valley CA. (California Series, Episode 2) 36:32

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What do Lucasfilm, Pixar, and kosher Cabernet have in common? One man: Dan Levin. In this special edition of the Kosher Wine Podcast, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath sits down with Dan Levin, affectionately known in the Valley as “Kosher Dan”—for an unforgettable conversation that flows like a fine barrel sample. Recorded under the starlit skies of OneHope W…

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Nuclear Soul: How One Person Can Change the World! 44:27

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Send us a text In this deeply moving and timely class, Rabbi Bernath opens with a heartfelt prayer for the victims of the Boulder attack and a reminder that silence in the face of evil is complicity. From the courtroom of Judgment at Nuremberg to the Torah portion of Naso, we journey through history, law, and soul. We explore the legacy of Joseph, …

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Nuclear Soul: How One Person Can Change the World! 44:27

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In this deeply moving and timely class, Rabbi Bernath opens with a heartfelt prayer for the victims of the Boulder attack and a reminder that silence in the face of evil is complicity. From the courtroom of Judgment at Nuremberg to the Torah portion of Naso, we journey through history, law, and soul. We explore the legacy of Joseph, alone, enslaved…

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🎙 Live Matchmaking Magic with Linnea: Behind the Scenes of a Jewish Dating Game Show 42:42

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In this episode, I’m joined by Linnea, the host of a unique Jewish dating game show in New York City, where singles are matched live on stage at the Caveat Theater and other venues. Linnea gives us an inside look at the matchmaking process, which emphasizes genuine connections and the importance of community. We dive into: 🎤 The behind-the-scenes o…

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The Crown Returns: Torah, Memory, and the Story We Still Carry | Rabbi Bernath’s Sermon for Shavuot 20:12

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In this special post-Shabbat sermon recorded for Shavuot, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath takes us on a profound journey through the remarkable history of the Sassoon Codex and the legendary Crown of Aram Tzova. Woven into this tale of ink and parchment is a modern miracle: the voice of a mother reaching her daughter in captivity, reminding us that the Torah…

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The Crown Returns: Torah, Memory, and the Story We Still Carry | Rabbi Bernath’s Sermon for Shavuot 20:12

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Send us a text In this special post-Shabbat sermon recorded for Shavuot, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath takes us on a profound journey through the remarkable history of the Sassoon Codex and the legendary Crown of Aram Tzova. Woven into this tale of ink and parchment is a modern miracle: the voice of a mother reaching her daughter in captivity, reminding us…

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Special Shavuot Discussion: The Guarantors: Why G-d Chose the Children 41:34

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Send us a text What if the future of Judaism depended not on scholars or sages, but on the sippy cups and crayon-covered siddurim of our children? This powerful class dives into one of the most striking Midrashim about the giving of the Torah: when G-d demanded a guarantor, our ancestors suggested the elders, the prophets, the leaders and were reje…

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Special Shavuot Discussion: The Guarantors: Why G-d Chose the Children? 41:34

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What if the future of Judaism depended not on scholars or sages, but on the sippy cups and crayon-covered siddurim of our children? This powerful class dives into one of the most striking Midrashim about the giving of the Torah: when G-d demanded a guarantor, our ancestors suggested the elders, the prophets, the leaders and were rejected. Only when…

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🎙️ Finding Faith, Love & Purpose: Howie Danao’s Journey to Judaism 46:33

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In this episode of the Matchmaker Matchmaker Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Howie Danao—a soulful Jewish musician and convert with an extraordinary story. We first met by chance in Germany, and I knew right away his journey needed to be shared. Howie opens up about: 🌍 Growing up with a Filipino mother and being adopted by a Jewish family i…

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From Adrenaline to Identity: What It Really Means to Live Jewish Today | Rabbi Bernath’s Shabbat Sermon 29:36

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In the aftermath of October 7, Jews around the world experienced a surge of emotion and identity—an outpouring of Jewish adrenaline. But as the energy fades, the real question emerges: what does it actually mean to live a meaningful Jewish life? Rabbi Bernath draws from Dan Senor’s "State of World Jewry" Speech and 92Y last week, A.B. Yehoshua’s ch…

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From Adrenaline to Identity: What It Really Means to Live Jewish Today | Rabbi Bernath’s Shabbat Sermon 29:36

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Send us a text In the aftermath of October 7, Jews around the world experienced a surge of emotion and identity—an outpouring of Jewish adrenaline. But as the energy fades, the real question emerges: what does it actually mean to live a meaningful Jewish life? Rabbi Bernath draws from Dan Senor’s "State of World Jewry" Speech and 92Y last week, A.B…

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🎙 From Roommates to Soulmates: Jack & Tair’s Journey to Judaism 36:05

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In this heartfelt episode, I chat with Jack and Tair from Melbourne, Australia—an inspiring couple whose love story began in the most unexpected way: as lockdown roommates! Now, Jack is on a powerful path toward converting to Judaism, and their journey together is nothing short of remarkable. We talk about: 🏡 How a global pandemic turned two strang…

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Still the Chosen People: Finding Value After Tragedy 24:50

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Send us a text In the shadow of the tragic murder of two young Israeli diplomats, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, who dedicated their lives to peace, we confront the heart-wrenching questions: Are we still the Chosen People? Can we still believe in humanity when humanity seems to fall apart? This week’s Torah portion, Bechukotai, addresses…

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Still the Chosen People: Finding Value After Tragedy 24:50

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In the shadow of the tragic murder of two young Israeli diplomats, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, who dedicated their lives to peace, we confront the heart-wrenching questions: Are we still the Chosen People? Can we still believe in humanity when humanity seems to fall apart? This week’s Torah portion, Bechukotai, addresses blessings and …

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🎙 500 dates with comedian Eric Neumann 45:53

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🎙 500 dates with comedian Eric Neumann In this episode, I sit down with comedian Eric Neumann to explore his unique dating experiences and perspectives on love and relationships. Eric opens up about his journey, including his extensive history of over 500 dates and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way. We discuss: 💔 The complexities of d…