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The Parsha Podcast - With Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe

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The Parsha Podcast with Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe was started in 2016 with the goal of making the weekly Parsha accessible and useful. Every Sunday, the Parsha Podcast will feature an hour-long podcast outlining the story, narratives and major themes of that week’s Parsha and offer a selection of valuable and interesting insights from it. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, two more episodes that focuses on one i... more

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In the longest parsha in the Torah by verses, we continue to read about the Levite families and their responsibilities, we learn about the three tiers of the Nation’s encampment, the laws of a suspected adulteress, the laws of the Nazir, the Priestly... more

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The Sinai Revelation is the most significant event in all of human history: God revealed Himself to the entire Jewish people, He spoke to them, He gave them the Torah, and they lived. This day is revisited every single year on the festival of Shavuos... more

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Not everyone loves math and numbers. I’ve heard disturbing rumors that there are some people who even claim to hate math and get irritated when they see numbers. The Book of Bamidbar is called the Book of Numbers because there are a lot of numbers, a... more

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At first glance, the subject matter of Parshas Bamidbar is quite bland and technical. It talks of a census, and the orientation of the tribes in the camp, and the various responsibilities of the different levite families. These are not typically subj... more

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Recent Guests

David Block
Composer of The Parsha Podcast jingle; long-time Torch supporter
Torch Center / The Parsha Podcast
Episode: Tzav – Runaway Brain (5784)

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe
Host of The Parsha Podcast; associated with The Torch Center, Houston, TX; prolific Torah educator and commentator.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 445 ratings
  • Gives my commute to work purpose!!!

    I love the Parsha Podcast. Rabbi Wolbe is fantastic to listen to and breaks down key concepts wonderfully!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fiddymission
    Canada12 days ago
  • Insightful explanations

    I committed to learning the weekly parasha after Simchat Torah. I’ve been listening to this podcast in conjunction to my weekly reading of the Chumash. So helpful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stacyposher
    United States5 months ago
  • Thank you

    I love this podcast. It helped me through 2025.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GBCell
    United States5 months ago
  • Clarity

    This rabbi gives it over so clearly. There are other podcasts as well. My favorite is the Jewish history one. Rabbi you are amazing. Keep up the holy work.

    Evan F

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evan franc
    United States7 months ago
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    Rip Linus 😭
    Germany9 months ago

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Many appreciate the balance of traditional rabbinic sources with relatable examples.
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Fans highlight the warmth and humor that make deep Torah study approachable.

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Vezos Haberacha – A Mission For Everyone (5783)
Q: How do we understand Rambam's puzzling statement that the status of Levi is available to all?
The Levi status is available to anyone who is loyal to God and serves Him selflessly, transcending personal characteristics.
Vezos Haberacha – A Mission For Everyone (5783)
Q: How do we explain Levi's about face when it comes to family from the blessing of Jacob to the blessing of Moshe?
The Levites answered Moshe's call to prioritize loyalty to God over family loyalties during a critical moment in history.
Vezos Haberacha – A Mission For Everyone (5783)
Q: How do we find life guidance absent a prophet and until the book is published?
The answer lies in understanding and embracing an individual's unique mission and exploiting personal qualities to serve God.
Haazinu – Antidote to Vacuousness (5783)
Q: Why is God rubbing salt on Moshe's wounds by highlighting the fact that he will be barred from entering the land?
The repeated reminders about Moshe not entering the land serve for Moshe's benefit, although the specific insight remains ambiguous.
Mattos & Masei – 49-Step Program (5783)
Q: Why did Ruven and Gad, those two tribes specifically, have so much more sheep?
Ruven had a head start as the first born and shared plants beneficial for sheep with Gad, while Gad consistently ate only manna, allowing their flocks to proliferate more than others.

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A thoughtful, scripture-forward show that analyzes weekly Torah portions with clear explanations and relatable storytelling. Episodes mix traditional sources with practical takeaways, often using personal anecdotes to illuminate leadership, ethics, and spiritual growth. Notable is the host's steady, educator-style delivery, a focus on timeless themes like responsibility, sanctity, and God-led dependence, and a willingness to blend rabbinic detail with modern-life applications. The format ranges from hour-long parsha overviews to tight, idea-driven segments, making it helpful for both devotional listeners and those seeking deeper textual insight.

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