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The Learning Curve - Mishpacha
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Rabbi Ari Schonfeld and Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield tackle the important parenting issues facing frum families today

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In our season three finale, Rabbi Schonfeld and Rabbi Garfield answer your parenting questions. Should you encourage your child to befriend a troubled kid? Why don't baatei medrashim hold boys accountable for shacharis attendance? Is whiteboard use a... more

In episode 14 of The Learning Curve, Rabbi Garfield and Rabbi Schonfeld talk 3-point celebrations and how to handle moving with school-aged children. And the big question with Dr. Mayer Grunfeld: Do we need to medicate ADHD children?

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In episode 13 of The Learning Curve, Rabbi Schonfeld and Rabbi Garfield discuss if you should allow your daughter to attend a friend's bas mitzvah, and if a parent should discourage a son from following a derech that differs from theirs. And the big ... more

In episode 12 of The Learning Curve, Rabbi Garfield and Rabbi Schonfeld have a deep discussion with Rav Yussie Zakutinsky and explore what different neshamos in this generation really need. Plus: how to keep kids excited about Shabbos, and whether me... more

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Recent Guests

Mayer Grunfeld
Dr. of family medicine with a behavioral clinic for children
Clinics in Toronto, Canada
Episode: Let's Talk Medicating Kids (Feat. Dr. Mayer Grunfeld)
Rabbi Yaakov Schwartz
Manal of TA and Talmudical Academy of Baltimore
TA Baltimore
Episode: Let's Talk Middle School Middos (Feat. Rabbi Yaakov Schwartz and Rabbi Yaakov Feldman)
Rabbi Yaakov Feldman
Manahel at Yeshiva Tversh Tahrir and Lakewood
Yeshiva Tversh Tahrir, Lakewood
Episode: Let's Talk Middle School Middos (Feat. Rabbi Yaakov Schwartz and Rabbi Yaakov Feldman)
Rabbi Yossi Zakutinsky
Rabbi of Kahal Navak Sheyashen, KMH of Lawrence, New York; author and educator
Kahal Navak Sheyashen (Lawrence, NY); Mishpacha guest
Episode: Let's Talk Penimiyus (featuring Rav Yussie Zakutinsky)
Anonymous Rebbe
Rebbe in the United States who chose to remain anonymous for the interview
Rebbe in the United States
Episode: Let's Talk Salaries for Rebbeim
Rabbi Dovid Goldman
Manahal and Heichal in Tinok; associated with Chavetz Chaim yeshiva network
Chavetz Chaim institutions; former head in St. Louis and Brooklyn
Episode: Let's Talk Old School Vs New School (feat. Rabbi Dovid Goldman)
Rabbi Yoel Kramer
Longtime educator and principal known for his work in teacher training and educational development
Merkaz for Rabbeim
Episode: Let's Talk The Making of a Rebbi (feat. Rabbi Yoel Kramer)
Rabbi Yosef Sonnenschein
Rav of Bnei Shalom in Waterbury, Manahel of B'shmedrish LeTalmud, known for his teachings to hundreds of Yeshiva Bahrim
B'shmedrish LeTalmud
Episode: Let's Talk Rejection (feat. Rabbi Yosef Sonnenschein)
Mrs. Devorah Pinkus
Educator with over 30 years in Kinnah education, specializing in differentiated instruction and child development
Episode: Let's Talk Gifted Children

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Rabbi Ari Schonfeld and Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield
Longtime educators and publishers focused on parenting, chinuch, and Jewish education.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
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    This is an absolute must listen for anyone in the chinuch field. It is great! Thanks for all the great content!

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Honest conversations about budget, salaries, and the realities of chinuch.
High-quality guests with real-world teaching experience.
Practical, audience-minded guidance for parenting in frum families.
Valuable resources for educators and school administrators seeking better collaboration with families.

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Let's Talk Penimiyus (featuring Rav Yussie Zakutinsky)
Q: Question number one. Dear TLC, is it true that Talmidim's personalities are threatened by the Yeshiva system, and should we worry about that?
The guest explains there is a spectrum; mainstream yeshivas emphasize a strong framework but there needs to be recognition that some students require more individualized approaches to nurture their talents and prevent feelings of being unseen, with emphasis on balancing structure and personal development.
Let's Talk Salaries for Rebbeim
Q: How much do you make as a Rebbe, and how has that affected your family life?
The guest describes multiple income streams and the ongoing struggle to balance teaching with additional jobs, explaining that even with years in the field, total earnings are low relative to living costs.
Let's Talk Old School Vs New School (feat. Rabbi Dovid Goldman)
Q: Is there a point at which fear-based teaching is necessary, or can we maintain control without fear?
Fear should not be the default; it can be used cautiously as a last resort, but the aim is to build Yerusharomus and self-control through engaging, meaningful instruction and consistent boundaries.
Let's Talk Old School Vs New School (feat. Rabbi Dovid Goldman)
Q: Dear TLC, how should a fifth grade mora respond to a student who steals, and what are age-appropriate expectations?
Understand that fifth graders may act out due to developmental factors; separate immediate discipline from long-term chinuch, involve guardians, and use accountable, empathetic conversation (role play, returning items) to teach consequences and values.
Let's Talk Gifted Children
Q: What is the school's responsibility when it comes to a child who needs a higher level of attention than most?
Schools must assess each child's needs realistically and provide appropriate support while also enabling parental involvement to encourage communication and partnership.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Learning Curve

What is The Learning Curve about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program offers practical guidance for parenting within frum communities, frequently tackling topics like chinuch, family dynamics, school culture, and the balance between tradition and modern challenges. Episodes commonly feature hosts who lean into collaborative problem-solving with families and schools, practical strategies for behavior, and honest conversations about resources, finances, and student wellbeing. A standout thread is the emphasis on open dialogue, proactive involvement, and applying nuanced approaches rather than one-size-fits-all solutions, making it a useful listen for educators, parents, and community leaders seeking realistic, experience-based guidance.

What sets it apart is the combination of veteran educators an... more

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1. Mayer Grunfeld
2. Rabbi Yaakov Schwartz
3. Rabbi Yaakov Feldman
4. Rabbi Yossi Zakutinsky
5. Anonymous Rebbe
6. Rabbi Dovid Goldman
7. Rabbi Yoel Kramer
8. Rabbi Yosef Sonnenschein

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