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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1335 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismSpiritualityReligion & Spirituality | |||

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If you're looking for a shmuz on how to banish self-doubt and regret, we have one based around this week's parsha that would be just perfect for you. Alternatively entitled 'Who Put That Thought in Your Head?!' it will giv... more
What does true greatness look like? In this inspiring class, Rabbi Shafier explores the extraordinary kindness of Abraham, known as Avraham Avinu, who, despite great pain and exhaustion, devoted himself completely to caring for others. Through the To... more
Why do good people end up in bitter arguments with those they love most? And why does every side feel completely convinced they're right? In this powerful Tisha B'Av shmuz, Rabbi Shafier uncovers the surprising meaning of sinas chinam, revealing how ... more
Why can you feel inspired one moment and completely unmotivated the next? Why do you genuinely want to do the right thing, yet still find yourself pulled in the opposite direction? In this thought-provoking shmuz, Rabbi Shafier explores the Torah's f... more
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Ty Rabbi Shafier! Ur shmuzin keep us going. I only hope more people become Zocheh to benefit from your classes
I love this podcast along with Stories to Inspire - which I highly recommend as well !
I really enjoy listening to this shiur. Rabbi Shafier does a fantastic job of presenting intriguing and complicated material in an easy-to-understand fashion.
Love it. Some much to gain & learn!
Thank you so much Rabbi for thes soul awakening words. Special thanks for putting it on such an easy and accessible format. Hearing these words of wisdom makes emuna so obvious. Enjoy! 👌
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The show centers on Torah study, ethical self-improvement, and practical spirituality, often blending classical sources with accessible storytelling. Listeners can expect deep dives into free will, humility, divine mercy, and the nourishment of the soul through learning, with a strong emphasis on personal growth, moral behavior, and daily application. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on balancing rigorous Torah insight with relatable, real-world guidance, making dense concepts approachable for committed learners and spiritually minded professionals alike.
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Recent guests on The Shmuz include:
1. Benyamin Pesach Simon
2. Avrami Jacobs
3. Mark Hanselman
4. Batya Moses
5. Benyamin Pesach
6. Rizal Salanta
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