In this episode, we hear from one of the greatest Mechanchim (Jewish educators) of our generation. Rabbi Bender, Rosh Yeshiva, Darchie Torah, shares his family's history teaching children about the beauty of Torah and Mitzvos. We then dive deep into some of the most important parts of a child's upbringing and how to navigate these challenging times. All of this and more on this episode, 'Beyond Your Child's Classroom' KOLOT is a project of the Columbus Community Kollel, a full time Jewish...

In this episode, I sit down with Harry Rothenberg, a world renowned injury attorney, to discuss a wide range of topics including his family history of helping individuals in crises, navigating through traumatic circumstances and how to be in a firm with several siblings and still get along! We also discuss Harry's personal Jewish journey and how that has impacted him and led him to inspire Jews across the world. KOLOT is a project of the Columbus Community Kollel, a full time Jewish learning...

In this episode, Rabbi David Ashear shares his journey how Emunah has helped him personally and how the Living Emunah movement came about. We discuss some of the misconceptions of Emunah, the difference between faith and trust, proper hishtadlus (effort), Emunah during an election year and so much more! KOLOT is a project of the Columbus Community Kollel, a full time Jewish learning center in Bexley staffed with high caliber Torah scholars. Ever since 1995, boys, girls, men and women from...

Jay Schottenstein, Executive Chairman and CEO, American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., joins KOLOT to discuss a wide range of topics including the history of their family business, The Schottenstein Talmud, community initiatives and their involvement in Israel since the October 7th attacks. Our next episode will feature Rabbi David Ashear, author of Artscroll's best-selling book, Living Emunah. Stay tuned! KOLOT is a project of the Columbus Community Kollel, a full time Jewish learning center in...

Rabbi Dan Roth believes there is nothing more exciting than Torah wisdom and is devoting his life to bringing that excitement to Jews around the world. A revolutionary educator, he is the founder and director of Torah Live (www.torahlive.com), an organization that creates multimedia presentations and teaching resources on both halachic and hashkafic topics. Raised in London, Rabbi Roth is a graduate of the Mir Yeshiva and received semicha from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. While teaching at...

Devora Shabtai, LCSW, MSc, PhD Candidate currently serves as the Vice President of Clinical Development at Onward Living, an addiction rehabilitation program for Jewish men in Boca Raton, Florida. Devora specializes in the treatment of addiction and spiritual/religious trauma, as well as clinical program design that is tailored to meet the clinical and cultural needs of members of the Orthodox Jewish community within both inpatient and outpatient levels of care. Alongside clinical work,...

Rabbi Daniel Yaakov Glatstein is the Rov of Kehilas Teferes Mordechai and Machon Magid Harakia Torah Center, public speaker, author, prolific researcher, pulpit rabbi and teacher with a global following and one of the most popular English speaking Torah teachers in the contemporary Jewish landscape. The Rov was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York and now resides in the Five Towns (Cedarhurst NY) with his wife, children and family where he furthers his research, writing and teachings to the...

KOLOT is excited to bring to you a throwback episode featuring Sol Werdiger. Prior to the KOLOT Podcast, there was the Parsha Buzz Series - 'Where Jewish Learning and Business Meet.' Every week there would be a zoom parsha lesson followed by a leader in the business world. In this KOLOT episode, we replay one of the all time best from the Parsha Buzz series. Sol has a unique background and shares fascinating stories!

Rabbi Steven Weil was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces in 2020. He began his career as a pulpit Rabbi, first serving at the Young Israel of Oak Park in Detroit, Michigan and then at Congregation Beth Jacob in Beverly Hills, California. In 2009, he assumed the position of Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union, leading their institutional advancement and community engagement efforts. Rabbi Weil joins KOLOT to share his very out-of-the-box...

In this episode we learn about what is clinical addiction and how someone can get help if needed. We learn about recovery and how those who struggled can thrive in life. We also discuss how to help a friend or family member in need of professional help and the power of just one encouragement in the right direction.  This episode is sponsored by [re]start, a career development platform. [re]start offers complimentary access to login and work with live career advisors who will help you find...

In this episode, we discuss with Rabbi Feldman what it was like growing up in Atlanta, GA several decades ago. He shares the unique experience of being an Assistant Rabbi under his father and succeeding his father as Senior Rabbi. Rabbi Feldman then shares his early blunder, biggest hardship, how to manage a controversial mechitza and a very frank approach on in-town vs. out-of-town. This episode is sponsored by [re]start, a career development platform. [re]start offers complimentary access...

Steve Rosedale was a Combat soldier in Vietnam and following his service in the war, Founded CommuniCare Health Services in 1984, a large Midwest healthcare company. Steve is also a Founding Board member Nahal Haredi, member of Eretz HaKodesh, member Board of Governors of Jewish Agency and founder of the Cincinnati Community Kollel. We discuss all of this and more, right here on KOLOT!

Rabbi Mordechai Becher, originally from Australia, is an instructor at Yeshiva University and alumni Rabbi of Neve Yerushalayim College. He received his ordination from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel and the Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem and holds an MA in Medieval Jewish History from the Bernard Revel Graduate School. He taught at Ohr Somayach and Neve Yerushalayim in Jerusalem and served in the Israel Defense Forces. Rabbi Becher has answered thousands of questions on AsktheRabbi.org, presents a...

In this episode we have the privilege to sit down with the Silver Spring Rosh Yeshiva, Harav Aaron Lopiansky, to discuss many different topics. We discuss his childhood growing up with parents who were survivors of the war, the change of approach when dealing with sensitive issues of kedusha, sports, politics, moving out of town, and how to respond in the face of tragedy. This episode is sponsored by [re]start, a career development platform. [re]start offers complimentary access to login and...

Rabbi Shimon Russell is no ordinary therapist. In addition to being a Torah scholar in his own right, he received Semicha from the late Lakewood Rosh Yeshiva, Harav Shnuer Kotler, zt'l. After witnessing a tragic situation, Rabbi Russell was encouraged by his friends to explore the idea of becoming a therapist, which in those days was not a popular occupation in the frum community. After seeking guidance from Harav Shach zt”l, Rabbi Russell entered the field of behavioral health and gained...

On Thursday April 20th, The Columbus Community Kollel held it's annual raffle drawing and KOLOT LIVE featuring Archie Griffin.  Archie Griffin is a former running back for Ohio State and the Cincinnati Bengals. He is the only player to be awarded the Heisman Trophy twice. Archie joins KOLOT to discuss his journey while playing and the leadership lessons he learned as President of the Alumni Association. 

In this episode, we speak to Rabbi Beren, Co-Founder of REYUS, an organization dedicated to stop bullying. Rabbi Beren shares how they train schools with different techniques to best prepare teachers how to respond when an issue rises. We also learn about Rabbi Beren's camp, Camp Chaverim, where they implement these very ideas and values into the camp setting. Lastly, Rabbi Beren shares how he got into this field and how personal this issue is for him.  This episode is sponsored by...

In this episode, we speak with Rabbi Binyomin Babad, CEO of Relief Resources, a mental health referral agency for the Jewish community. Since joining in 2002, Rabbi Babad has grown the organization to an international, multi-service agency, with 11 offices globally. Specializing in connecting each individual with the mental health professional or service best suited for their needs, Relief Resources is today, one of the most prominent mental health organizations in the Jewish community. In...

Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier is the founder of TheShmuz.com, a life-changing mussar shiur that is available on TorahAnytime, The Shmuz Podcast and The Shmuz App. His newest book release, The Ten Really Dumb Mistakes That Very Smart Couples Make, has already sold over 20,000 copies and has taken the Jewish world by storm. Rabbi Shafier joins KOLOT to discuss the key lessons of his bestselling book as well as practical advice to help couples live a fulfilling life. Check out the video-book at...

Shimon Kolyakov is the Co-Founder of TorahAnytime, an online platform and app which spreads Torah to the entire world. Once a kid in public school, Shimon was brought close to Judaism by a special rabbi. From there, Shimon would attend Torah lectures and bring a simple camera which then turned into something that spreads Torah to the masses. Shimon joins KOLOT to share this amazing story. We also pay tribute to Rabbi Zecharya Wallerstein, noted author, lecturer and a dear friend of...

'Living with REALigion' may very will be the deepest episode KOLOT has ever done. This is not to be taken lightly. Rabbi Feldheim, who likes to be known as a philosopher, joins KOLOT and shares what he speaks about on college campuses. He speaks to all Jews of all walks of life at every age and inspires everyone and helps people understand why Judaism is exciting and not limiting. Rabbi Feldheim also shares a couple stories which will make you laugh and cry and bring one's appreciation of our...

Chavie Bruk is the Co-CEO of Chabad Lubavitch of Montana and wife of last episode's guest, Rabbi Chaim Bruk. Chavie grew up in San Antonio, TX where her parents ran a Chabad house with Chavie playing a key role in the outreach they did. Chavie thinks of herself as a juggler: leading a Jewish community with her sushi loving husband, focusing on my five rambunctious kids (who are adopted), living in the Wild West where it’s winter ALWAYS (or so it feels), seeking a bit of inner peace (ha,...

Rabbi Chaim Bruk is the Co-CEO of Chabad Lubavitch of Montana. Growing up as a Brooklyn boy in Crown Hights, little Chaim had the unique opportunity to sit at the feet at the Lubavitcher Rebbe. We discuss his family's special relationship with the Rebbe, how his rebbiem reacted to the Rebbe's passing and how he continues the Rebbe's legacy. Once married, Rabbi Bruk waited no more than a day after his first wedding anniversary to set foot to 'Big Sky Country' along with his beloved wife,...

In this episode, we take a look behind Rabbi Efrem's Bima and learn how one of the most dynamic rabbis manages a diverse shul like the Boca Raton Synagogue. We discuss the need for diversity through a Torah lens, how the benefit of seeking guidance and how to manage when dealing with controversy. Then discuss the origins of his podcast, 'Behind the Bima' and how that kept his shul together through the pandemic. From there we discuss his latest initiative, 'Out of the Shadows', a monthly...