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]]> Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:00:00 -0700 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Religion & Spirituality:Judaism 1440 episodic Sanford Burstyn Sanford Burstyn No false https://feed.podbean.com/thetorahbroker/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/21708597/TRB_Logo_New9ntas.jpg The Torah Broker https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com 144 144 Unearthing the Positive in Every Person: The Good You May Not See at First Unearthing the Positive in Every Person: The Good You May Not See at First https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-13/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-13/#comments Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/1046cc24-77b4-3fe5-81bd-65fd23f87225 In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Mendy Deitsch joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a powerful conversation about what it really means to live a Jewish life. Why are so many Jews rediscovering their identity and how can we make Judaism something our children truly love? Rabbi Deitsch shares compelling insights on parenting, discipline, leadership, synagogue life, Jewish unity, and finding the Jewish soul in every Jew.

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Rabbi Mendy Deitsch is a Brooklyn native who grew up in Crown Heights and was deeply connected to the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Since moving to Chandler, Arizona, in 1997, Rabbi Deitsch has played a central role in building and strengthening Jewish life in the East Valley. Under his leadership and involvement, the community has grown from having very little Jewish infrastructure into a vibrant Jewish center serving families from diverse backgrounds, with educational programs including a preschool, day school, and Sunday school.

Rabbi Deitsch serves as Rabbi of Chabad of the East Valley and Director of the Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life. He has also traveled extensively, teaching Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism to Jewish communities in Bangkok, Singapore, Central America, Russia, and Australia. His work focuses on bringing the depth, beauty, and relevance of Torah and Jewish life to Jews from all backgrounds.

]]> In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Mendy Deitsch joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a powerful conversation about what it really means to live a Jewish life. Why are so many Jews rediscovering their identity and how can we make Judaism something our children truly love? Rabbi Deitsch shares compelling insights on parenting, discipline, leadership, synagogue life, Jewish unity, and finding the Jewish soul in every Jew.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ /@torahbroker

Rabbi Mendy Deitsch is a Brooklyn native who grew up in Crown Heights and was deeply connected to the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Since moving to Chandler, Arizona, in 1997, Rabbi Deitsch has played a central role in building and strengthening Jewish life in the East Valley. Under his leadership and involvement, the community has grown from having very little Jewish infrastructure into a vibrant Jewish center serving families from diverse backgrounds, with educational programs including a preschool, day school, and Sunday school.

Rabbi Deitsch serves as Rabbi of Chabad of the East Valley and Director of the Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life. He has also traveled extensively, teaching Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism to Jewish communities in Bangkok, Singapore, Central America, Russia, and Australia. His work focuses on bringing the depth, beauty, and relevance of Torah and Jewish life to Jews from all backgrounds.

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 3967 2 6 full You can Impact Your Wealth: Destiny and Free Will You can Impact Your Wealth: Destiny and Free Will https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-12/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-12/#comments Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:09:08 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/5312ad7f-1bf2-3564-8981-2c0c95a9b81c In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a fascinating conversation about money and wealth, determination vs. self-accomplishment, and financial success. Drawing on powerful Torah sources and timeless wisdom, Rabbi Bronsteyn explores why some people have more wealth than others, how much of our financial success is predetermined, where human effort fits into the equation, and how to protect and preserve the wealth we have.

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Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn is a rabbi known for his work with STAR-K Kosher Certification as a West Coast Kashrus Administrator. He is also one of the “Founding Fathers” of the Phoenix Community Kollel. Known for his encyclopedic breadth of Torah knowledge and analytical mind, Rabbi Bronsteyn has an extraordinary ability to recall sources throughout the Talmud, Midrash, and its many commentaries, bringing together ideas from across the Torah with clarity, depth, and insight. Rabbi Bronsteyn delivers public Torah classes in the Phoenix area and hosts the podcast “Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn –Parsha Classes.”

]]> In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a fascinating conversation about money and wealth, determination vs. self-accomplishment, and financial success. Drawing on powerful Torah sources and timeless wisdom, Rabbi Bronsteyn explores why some people have more wealth than others, how much of our financial success is predetermined, where human effort fits into the equation, and how to protect and preserve the wealth we have.

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Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn is a rabbi known for his work with STAR-K Kosher Certification as a West Coast Kashrus Administrator. He is also one of the “Founding Fathers” of the Phoenix Community Kollel. Known for his encyclopedic breadth of Torah knowledge and analytical mind, Rabbi Bronsteyn has an extraordinary ability to recall sources throughout the Talmud, Midrash, and its many commentaries, bringing together ideas from across the Torah with clarity, depth, and insight. Rabbi Bronsteyn delivers public Torah classes in the Phoenix area and hosts the podcast “Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn –Parsha Classes.”

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 2690 2 5 full Understanding Satan: Seeing Through the Darkness Understanding Satan: Seeing Through the Darkness https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-11/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-11/#comments Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/911744f3-4911-3f24-9b66-52b8294d8773 In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Zvi Holland joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a powerful conversation about the battle between light and darkness and the forces that shape the choices we make every day. Pronunciation note: The Hebrew word Satan (שָׂטָן) is pronounced “sah-TAHN,” with an “ah” sound, rather than the English pronunciation “SAY-tan.” In this episode, .Rabbi Holland offers a fascinating Jewish perspective on the Satan, explaining how temptation, distraction, social pressure, and materialism pull us away from our true purpose. Through sharp insights, humor, and memorable stories, they explore why so many of us simply follow the crowd and what it takes to step off the treadmill.

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Rabbi Zvi Holland is Director of Special Projects and a Kashrus Administrator at STAR-K Kosher Certification, where he specializes in practical halacha and contemporary kashrus, including the complex world of kosher meat production. Before moving to Baltimore, Rabbi Holland spent 12 years in Phoenix as the founding Rosh Kollel of the Phoenix Community Kollel, helping build Phoenix into a thriving Torah community. He has extensive experience in Torah education, community leadership, and practical halachic issues, and is known for making complex Torah concepts accessible and engaging. 

Watch Rabbi Holland’s The Meat We Eat series: The Meat We Eat — STAR-K

]]> In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Zvi Holland joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a powerful conversation about the battle between light and darkness and the forces that shape the choices we make every day. Pronunciation note: The Hebrew word Satan (שָׂטָן) is pronounced “sah-TAHN,” with an “ah” sound, rather than the English pronunciation “SAY-tan.” In this episode, .Rabbi Holland offers a fascinating Jewish perspective on the Satan, explaining how temptation, distraction, social pressure, and materialism pull us away from our true purpose. Through sharp insights, humor, and memorable stories, they explore why so many of us simply follow the crowd and what it takes to step off the treadmill.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ /@torahbroker

Rabbi Zvi Holland is Director of Special Projects and a Kashrus Administrator at STAR-K Kosher Certification, where he specializes in practical halacha and contemporary kashrus, including the complex world of kosher meat production. Before moving to Baltimore, Rabbi Holland spent 12 years in Phoenix as the founding Rosh Kollel of the Phoenix Community Kollel, helping build Phoenix into a thriving Torah community. He has extensive experience in Torah education, community leadership, and practical halachic issues, and is known for making complex Torah concepts accessible and engaging. 

Watch Rabbi Holland’s The Meat We Eat series:
The Meat We Eat — STAR-K

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 1901 2 4 full Order and Honor - The Thriving Jew Order and Honor - The Thriving Jew https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-10/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-10/#comments Mon, 17 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/c68a4adb-9a61-3919-9677-7bd2e0cf7879 In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Shoshan joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a captivating conversation about living a life of purpose through the timeless wisdom of Torah. With remarkable eloquence, passion, and wisdom, Rabbi Shoshan weaves together unforgettable stories, powerful parables, and profound Torah teachings to reveal the importance of honoring parents, respecting elders, building strong families, embracing the gift of Shabbos, and developing lasting character.

This episode is a compelling invitation to rethink what truly matters, revealing that genuine success is measured not by what we accumulate, but by the legacy we leave, the choices we make, and the eternal values we invest in.

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Rabbi Ariel Shoshan is the founding rabbi of Ahavas Torah: The Scottsdale Torah Center, a vibrant Torah community that has brought passionate, authentic, and welcoming Judaism to thousands throughout the Greater Phoenix area. Originally from Chicago, Rabbi Shoshan served as Director of the Phoenix Community Kollel before he and his wife, Ayala, founded Ahavas Torah in 2004. He has played a leading role in strengthening Jewish life across Arizona through initiatives including the Valley Eruv Project and the Esformes Family Mikvah. Rabbi Shoshan is a member of the Conference of Synagogue Rabbonim of Agudath Israel of America and serves as a volunteer chaplain for both the Scottsdale Police Department and the United States Secret Service. His popular weekly Nesivos Shalom shiur on All Parsha is a taste of the fire that warms the Scottsdale community and its thousands of annual visitors. Learn more from Rabbi Shoshan's weekly Torah insights: https://allparsha.org/authors/134429

]]> In this episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Shoshan joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a captivating conversation about living a life of purpose through the timeless wisdom of Torah. With remarkable eloquence, passion, and wisdom, Rabbi Shoshan weaves together unforgettable stories, powerful parables, and profound Torah teachings to reveal the importance of honoring parents, respecting elders, building strong families, embracing the gift of Shabbos, and developing lasting character.

This episode is a compelling invitation to rethink what truly matters, revealing that genuine success is measured not by what we accumulate, but by the legacy we leave, the choices we make, and the eternal values we invest in.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ /@torahbroker

Rabbi Ariel Shoshan is the founding rabbi of Ahavas Torah: The Scottsdale Torah Center, a vibrant Torah community that has brought passionate, authentic, and welcoming Judaism to thousands throughout the Greater Phoenix area. Originally from Chicago, Rabbi Shoshan served as Director of the Phoenix Community Kollel before he and his wife, Ayala, founded Ahavas Torah in 2004. He has played a leading role in strengthening Jewish life across Arizona through initiatives including the Valley Eruv Project and the Esformes Family Mikvah. Rabbi Shoshan is a member of the Conference of Synagogue Rabbonim of Agudath Israel of America and serves as a volunteer chaplain for both the Scottsdale Police Department and the United States Secret Service. His popular weekly Nesivos Shalom shiur on All Parsha is a taste of the fire that warms the Scottsdale community and its thousands of annual visitors.
Learn more from Rabbi Shoshan's weekly Torah insights:
https://allparsha.org/authors/134429

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 3771 2 3 full Facts vs Feelings: The Truth About Israel's Impossible War Facts vs Feelings: The Truth About Israel's Impossible War https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-9/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-9/#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/43cdbee4-319c-372e-9fa3-b4fc87797de3 In this thought-provoking episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Raphael Landesman joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a candid conversation about Israel, Jewish identity, and the roots of modern antisemitism. Drawing on his passion for teaching modern Israeli history, Rabbi Landesman explains why understanding the historical facts behind Israel's existence is essential for Jews and non-Jews alike.

From media narratives and campus influence to the moral challenges Israel faces in war, this discussion explores the Torah perspective on Jewish resilience, truth, history, and the importance of strengthening our connection to our people and heritage in an increasingly complex world.

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Rabbi Raphael Landesman is the founder and Head of Shearim Torah High School for Girls in Phoenix, Arizona. He first arrived in Phoenix in 2000 as one of the founding members of the Phoenix Community Kollel and established Shearim in 2006. Widely respected for his analytical approach to Torah, history, and education, Rabbi Landesman combines deep Torah scholarship with a mastery of historical context and factual analysis.

]]> In this thought-provoking episode of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Raphael Landesman joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a candid conversation about Israel, Jewish identity, and the roots of modern antisemitism. Drawing on his passion for teaching modern Israeli history, Rabbi Landesman explains why understanding the historical facts behind Israel's existence is essential for Jews and non-Jews alike.

From media narratives and campus influence to the moral challenges Israel faces in war, this discussion explores the Torah perspective on Jewish resilience, truth, history, and the importance of strengthening our connection to our people and heritage in an increasingly complex world.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ / @torahbroker

Rabbi Raphael Landesman is the founder and Head of Shearim Torah High School for Girls in Phoenix, Arizona. He first arrived in Phoenix in 2000 as one of the founding members of the Phoenix Community Kollel and established Shearim in 2006. Widely respected for his analytical approach to Torah, history, and education, Rabbi Landesman combines deep Torah scholarship with a mastery of historical context and factual analysis.

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 2704 2 2 full Investigate G-d for Only 2 Weeks: A Challenge Worth Taking Investigate G-d for Only 2 Weeks: A Challenge Worth Taking https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-8/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/trb-ep-8/#comments Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/a8521aec-96b5-338d-8861-5a09ad8a3cb2 In this premiere episode of Season 2 of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Dovid Bernstein joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a thought-provoking discussion on the existence of G-d, the truth of the Torah, and the search for life's purpose. Through engaging stories, practical examples from nature, and timeless Torah wisdom, Rabbi Bernstein challenges listeners to examine the evidence for G-d with an open mind.

The conversation explores how the natural world points to a Creator, why the Torah's remarkable preservation is unique in history, and why taking the time to honestly investigate these questions may be the most important investment a person can make.

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Rabbi Dovid Bernstein, originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has dedicated decades to Jewish education as an educator, consultant, and speaker. During his many years with Torah Umesorah, he directed the Aish Dos teacher training program and Chevras Yesud Ma’aloh, the Principals Fellowship, while serving as an educational and rabbinic consultant to Jewish schools around the world. Known for his practical understanding of human nature and his ability to apply timeless Torah principles to contemporary life, Rabbi Bernstein currently resides in Jackson, New Jersey.

]]> In this premiere episode of Season 2 of The Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Dovid Bernstein joins Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn for a thought-provoking discussion on the existence of G-d, the truth of the Torah, and the search for life's purpose. Through engaging stories, practical examples from nature, and timeless Torah wisdom, Rabbi Bernstein challenges listeners to examine the evidence for G-d with an open mind.

The conversation explores how the natural world points to a Creator, why the Torah's remarkable preservation is unique in history, and why taking the time to honestly investigate these questions may be the most important investment a person can make.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ / @torahbroker

Rabbi Dovid Bernstein, originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has dedicated decades to Jewish education as an educator, consultant, and speaker. During his many years with Torah Umesorah, he directed the Aish Dos teacher training program and Chevras Yesud Ma’aloh, the Principals Fellowship, while serving as an educational and rabbinic consultant to Jewish schools around the world. Known for his practical understanding of human nature and his ability to apply timeless Torah principles to contemporary life, Rabbi Bernstein currently resides in Jackson, New Jersey.

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 2917 2 1 full Peak Potential of a Soul-Driven Jew: Limited body - Infinite Soul Peak Potential of a Soul-Driven Jew: Limited body - Infinite Soul https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/your-struggles-mean-you-re-needed-igniting-the-jewish-soul/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/your-struggles-mean-you-re-needed-igniting-the-jewish-soul/#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/15438a73-f470-3b4c-9fdc-973bdb914764 In the powerful season finale of the Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Pinchas Allouche talks to Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn about Jewish identity, growth, and what it means to truly connect to the soul. Rabbi Allouche shares a transformative perspective on seeing yourself and others as souls with a mission.  From building real relationships to understanding personal struggles, this conversation explores the Torah perspective on antisemitism, mental health, marriage, parenting and how challenges can become a source of purpose and impact.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker Rabbi Pinchas Allouche is the founding Rabbi of Congregation Beth Tefillah, Scottsdale AZ. He is a respected rabbinic figure, renowned lecturer, and prominent author on Jewish faith, mysticism, and social thought. He has a wise, profound, and sensitive perspective on life and people is widely sought after by individuals and communities of all backgrounds. Rabbi Allouche was named by the Jewish Daily Forward as one of America’s “36 Most Inspiring Rabbis,” shaping 21st-century Judaism.]]> In the powerful season finale of the Torah Broker Podcast, Rabbi Pinchas Allouche talks to Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn about Jewish identity, growth, and what it means to truly connect to the soul. Rabbi Allouche shares a transformative perspective on seeing yourself and others as souls with a mission. 
From building real relationships to understanding personal struggles, this conversation explores the Torah perspective on antisemitism, mental health, marriage, parenting and how challenges can become a source of purpose and impact.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker Rabbi Pinchas Allouche is the founding Rabbi of Congregation Beth Tefillah, Scottsdale AZ. He is a respected rabbinic figure, renowned lecturer, and prominent author on Jewish faith, mysticism, and social thought. He has a wise, profound, and sensitive perspective on life and people is widely sought after by individuals and communities of all backgrounds. Rabbi Allouche was named by the Jewish Daily Forward as one of America’s “36 Most Inspiring Rabbis,” shaping 21st-century Judaism.]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 2756 1 7 full How we speak defines us as Angels or Demons How we speak defines us as Angels or Demons https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/how-9-seconds-of-talking-can-do-real-damage-torah-view-on-speech/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/how-9-seconds-of-talking-can-do-real-damage-torah-view-on-speech/#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/13b1bcf9-caff-33ea-8cbb-5cef4d9a5f78 In this episode, Rabbi Yehuda Weiss - hosted by Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn - explores the powerful impact of speech and why our words matter more than we realize. Through real-life stories and practical 4 part checklist, Rabbi Weiss breaks down when it’s appropriate to share sensitive information and when silence is the better choice. The Torah's vision of speech may shock our culture of speech.  Learn more about the laws of proper speech in Chofetz Chaim: A Lesson a Day, based on the classic work by Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagan (1838–1933), one of the most influential Torah leaders of his time - with an English translation widely available at Jewish bookstores or online such as at artscroll online Judaica. Rabbi Yehuda Weiss is a full-time educator for Olami Arizona and teaches within the community and on college campuses.

]]> In this episode, Rabbi Yehuda Weiss - hosted by Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn - explores the powerful impact of speech and why our words matter more than we realize. Through real-life stories and practical 4 part checklist, Rabbi Weiss breaks down when it’s appropriate to share sensitive information and when silence is the better choice. The Torah's vision of speech may shock our culture of speech.
 Learn more about the laws of proper speech in Chofetz Chaim: A Lesson a Day, based on the classic work by Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagan (1838–1933), one of the most influential Torah leaders of his time - with an English translation widely available at Jewish bookstores or online such as at artscroll online Judaica.
Rabbi Yehuda Weiss is a full-time educator for Olami Arizona and teaches within the community and on college campuses.

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 2278 1 6 full Jewish Identity- Rabbi Shafir Roizman Jewish Identity- Rabbi Shafir Roizman https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/jewish-identity-rabbi-shafir-roizman/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/jewish-identity-rabbi-shafir-roizman/#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/348b8323-cac6-375d-9099-840538c1c421 Rabbi Shafir Roizman hosted by Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn engage in a  thought-provoking conversation that challenges how we see our identity, growth, and success. In this episode of The Torah Broker, Rabbi Roizman explores dealing with antisemitism as an attack on our collective and individual Jewish identity, accessing Torah wisdom and integrating it into daily life, and a path to real growth rooted in Torah study. He shares a simple, practical approach to focusing on one step at a time, along with 3 steps to connect to something greater than yourself, From redefining marriage as becoming “one” to leadership lessons inspired by Good to Great this episode includes powerful lessons.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker Rabbi Shafir Roizman is the Rabbi of Cong. Ohr HaTorah, Phoenix Arizona and is known for making deep Torah ideas practical - helping people navigate real life, real challenges, and real growth.

]]> Rabbi Shafir Roizman hosted by Torah Broker Sanford Burstyn engage in a  thought-provoking conversation that challenges how we see our identity, growth, and success. In this episode of The Torah Broker, Rabbi Roizman explores dealing with antisemitism as an attack on our collective and individual Jewish identity, accessing Torah wisdom and integrating it into daily life, and a path to real growth rooted in Torah study. He shares a simple, practical approach to focusing on one step at a time, along with 3 steps to connect to something greater than yourself, From redefining marriage as becoming “one” to leadership lessons inspired by Good to Great this episode includes powerful lessons.

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker
Rabbi Shafir Roizman is the Rabbi of Cong. Ohr HaTorah, Phoenix Arizona and is known for making deep Torah ideas practical - helping people navigate real life, real challenges, and real growth.

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 2984 1 5 full Become Wise, Strong, Rich, and Honored: Secrets of Success from the Torah Become Wise, Strong, Rich, and Honored: Secrets of Success from the Torah https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/become-wise-strong-rich-and-honored-secrets-of-success-from-ethics-of-our-fathers-chapter-41/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/become-wise-strong-rich-and-honored-secrets-of-success-from-ethics-of-our-fathers-chapter-41/#comments Sun, 22 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e4d8a7b0-6569-3c33-9760-995e9a902894 In this episode of The Torah Broker, Sanford Burstyn hosts Rabbi Rafael Marlowe who answers four timeless questions that define character: Who is wise? Who is strong? Who is wealthy? Who is honored? Drawing from Torah wisdom and Ethics of the Fathers (Chapter 4,1) Rabbi Marlow develops leadership insights, and practical life examples. This episode offers a powerful framework for personal growth and meaningful living. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:59 Who Is Wise?  08:28 Who Is Strong?  10:23 Who Is Wealthy?   13:09 Who Is Honored?  16:13 Humility and Leadership Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker Rabbi Rafael Marlowe is a Phoenix-based Torah educator focused on adult Torah education and private learning for professionals.    Learn more about this teaching in Ethics of Our Fathers: Chapter 4 https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/2032/jewish/Chapter-Four.htm

]]> In this episode of The Torah Broker, Sanford Burstyn hosts Rabbi Rafael Marlowe who answers four timeless questions that define character: Who is wise? Who is strong? Who is wealthy? Who is honored? Drawing from Torah wisdom and Ethics of the Fathers (Chapter 4,1) Rabbi Marlow develops leadership insights, and practical life examples. This episode offers a powerful framework for personal growth and meaningful living.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:59 Who Is Wise? 
08:28 Who Is Strong? 
10:23 Who Is Wealthy?  
13:09 Who Is Honored? 
16:13 Humility and Leadership
Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker
Rabbi Rafael Marlowe is a Phoenix-based Torah educator focused on adult Torah education and private learning for professionals.    Learn more about this teaching in Ethics of Our Fathers: Chapter 4
https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/2032/jewish/Chapter-Four.htm

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 1449 1 4 full Relationships include Respect, Love, and G-d Relationships include Respect, Love, and G-d https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/relationships-include-respect-love-and-g-d/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/relationships-include-respect-love-and-g-d/#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/395938e7-22a2-3903-8f6f-be2362a5acb0 In this episode of The Torah Broker, Sanford Burstyn hosts Rabbi Rafael Marlowe giving over the Torah on relationships. Drawing on the ancient wisdom of the Torah and applying it to modern times, Rabbi Marlowe discusses relationships: responding instead of reacting, honoring the dignity of others, navigating parenting, caring for elderly parents, and maintaining real human connection in a digital world.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction 00:45 Introducing Rabbi Marlowe 02:20 Relationships 03:00 Relationship = Love + Respect 04:20 Relationship = Love + Respect + G-d 0 5:21 Human Commonality and Relationships 05:50 Virtues Are Attractive 06:20 Mark Benis (UCLA) Quote 07:20 Can’t Fool G-d 08:35 G-d Engineered the World with Levers, Switches, and Gears 12:35 Feel People’s Energy 13:50 Respond, Don’t React 14:35 G-d Provides the Spiritual Energy in Relationships 16:39 Tech - Replacing Human Contact 20:35 Reciprocity and Its Dividends

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker

Rabbi Rafael Marlowe is a Phoenix-based Torah educator focused on adult Torah education and private learning for professionals. 

]]> In this episode of The Torah Broker, Sanford Burstyn hosts Rabbi Rafael Marlowe giving over the Torah on relationships. Drawing on the ancient wisdom of the Torah and applying it to modern times, Rabbi Marlowe discusses relationships: responding instead of reacting, honoring the dignity of others, navigating parenting, caring for elderly parents, and maintaining real human connection in a digital world.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
00:45 Introducing Rabbi Marlowe
02:20 Relationships
03:00 Relationship = Love + Respect
04:20 Relationship = Love + Respect + G-d 0
5:21 Human Commonality and Relationships
05:50 Virtues Are Attractive
06:20 Mark Benis (UCLA) Quote
07:20 Can’t Fool G-d
08:35 G-d Engineered the World with Levers, Switches, and Gears
12:35 Feel People’s Energy
13:50 Respond, Don’t React
14:35 G-d Provides the Spiritual Energy in Relationships
16:39 Tech - Replacing Human Contact
20:35 Reciprocity and Its Dividends

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker

Rabbi Rafael Marlowe is a Phoenix-based Torah educator focused on adult Torah education and private learning for professionals. 

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 1287 1 3 full From Ford to Torah in Detroit - The Inside Story Of Jewish Outreach From Ford to Torah in Detroit - The Inside Story Of Jewish Outreach https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/episode-2/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/episode-2/#comments Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:58:11 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/adbeae72-047a-3883-b5d2-b79d6b2b1b4c In this episode Sanford Burstyn hosts Rabbi Alon Tolwin, founder of Aish HaTorah Detroit.

Moved from Jerusalem in the early 1980’s, he worked as a computer programmer at Ford in Dearborn. In 1985, he opened Aish Detroit offices in Birmingham and Franklin, Michigan. These suburbs of Detroit both had strong Jewish demographics.

With a $20,000,000 partner, 8 employees, and 10 volunteers, they did the same thing as Aish HaTorah Global — offering engaging adult Jewish educational programs that brought Jews together from across denominational lines. Its impact uplifted people to live more peaceful, thoughtful, and spiritual lives.

Rabbi Tolwin made Jewish learning fun and accessible. His legacy lives on through his son, Rabbi Simcha Tolwin, and daughter-in-law Rebbetzin Estie Tolwin.

Also learn about Rabbi Noah Weinberg - Aish Hatorah Global

  • Aish (Fire in English) HaTorah was founded by Rabbi Noah Weinberg in 1974. Aish HaTorah HQ is in Jerusalem (thanks to the Dan Family), and a stone’s throw to the Western Wall.
  • With deep resources of people, and money Aish delivers Orthodox Jewish education, enlightens Jews in over 100 cities, in 11 countries, on 6 continents.
  • Strengthening Jewish identity, through one on one, in-person learning classes, seminars, and on the web with digital content.
  • Jews of all backgrounds connecting to their heritage, and living

Aish Detroit — https://www.aishdetroit.com/ https://about.aish.com/ https://aish.com/the_greatness_of_rabbi_weinberg_ztl/

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]]> In this episode Sanford Burstyn hosts Rabbi Alon Tolwin, founder of Aish HaTorah Detroit.

Moved from Jerusalem in the early 1980’s, he worked as a computer programmer at Ford in Dearborn. In 1985, he opened Aish Detroit offices in Birmingham and Franklin, Michigan. These suburbs of Detroit both had strong Jewish demographics.

With a $20,000,000 partner, 8 employees, and 10 volunteers, they did the same thing as Aish HaTorah Global — offering engaging adult Jewish educational programs that brought Jews together from across denominational lines. Its impact uplifted people to live more peaceful, thoughtful, and spiritual lives.

Rabbi Tolwin made Jewish learning fun and accessible. His legacy lives on through his son, Rabbi Simcha Tolwin, and daughter-in-law Rebbetzin Estie Tolwin.

Also learn about Rabbi Noah Weinberg - Aish Hatorah Global

  • Aish (Fire in English) HaTorah was founded by Rabbi Noah Weinberg in 1974. Aish
    HaTorah HQ is in Jerusalem (thanks to the Dan Family), and a stone’s throw to the
    Western Wall.
  • With deep resources of people, and money Aish delivers Orthodox Jewish education,
    enlightens Jews in over 100 cities, in 11 countries, on 6 continents.
  • Strengthening Jewish identity, through one on one, in-person learning classes, seminars,
    and on the web with digital content.
  • Jews of all backgrounds connecting to their heritage, and living

Aish Detroit — https://www.aishdetroit.com/
https://about.aish.com/
https://aish.com/the_greatness_of_rabbi_weinberg_ztl/


🎧 Watch now and join the conversation.

]]> Sanford Burstyn false No 2425 1 2 full What Is the Torah? Clear Answers with Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn What Is the Torah? Clear Answers with Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/what-is-the-torah-clear-answers-with-rabbi-yakov-bronsteyn/ https://thetorahbroker.podbean.com/e/what-is-the-torah-clear-answers-with-rabbi-yakov-bronsteyn/#comments Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:34:44 -0700 thetorahbroker.podbean.com/6989dac1-3305-3303-95b6-4e4f63d7c637 Welcome to the very first episode of The Torah Broker, where we examine Torah ideas.  In this episode, Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn discusses: What exactly is the Torah? The Written and Oral Torah How Jewish law works Torah insights on accountability, embarrassment, and more. Whether you're a beginner or already familiar with Jewish learning, this episode will help you build a deeper understanding of Torah concepts with clarity and relevance.

Chapters: 00:00 - Purpose of The Torah Broker 00:39 - What is the Composition of the Torah? 03:12 - Oral Torah: Mishna & Talmud/Gemora 05:33 - "Eye for an Eye" 07:35 - Torah is from G-d 11:13 - Embarrassment is Synonomous with Murder 13:30 - What is “Living Death” 17:32 - Torah's Insctruction on Getting Dressed 19:16 - Three Behaviors that Hold up the World 23:57 -  World Design - Proves a Creator

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn is a rabbi known for his work with Star-K Kosher Certification as a West Coast Kashrus Administrator. He is also one of the "Founding Fathers" of the Phoenix Community Kollel. Rabbi Bronsteyn delivers public classes in the Phoenix area and offers a podcast called "Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes". 🎧 Listen to Rabbi Bronsteyn’s weekly Parsha podcast ➤ https://tinyurl.com/RabbiYakovBronsteyn

]]> Welcome to the very first episode of The Torah Broker, where we examine Torah ideas. 

In this episode, Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn discusses:
What exactly is the Torah?
The Written and Oral Torah
How Jewish law works
Torah insights on accountability, embarrassment, and more.
Whether you're a beginner or already familiar with Jewish learning, this episode will help you build a deeper understanding of Torah concepts with clarity and relevance.

Chapters:
00:00 - Purpose of The Torah Broker
00:39 - What is the Composition of the Torah?
03:12 - Oral Torah: Mishna & Talmud/Gemora
05:33 - "Eye for an Eye"
07:35 - Torah is from G-d
11:13 - Embarrassment is Synonomous with Murder
13:30 - What is “Living Death”
17:32 - Torah's Insctruction on Getting Dressed
19:16 - Three Behaviors that Hold up the World
23:57 -  World Design - Proves a Creator

Subscribe for more episodes ➤ https://www.youtube.com/@Torahbroker
Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn is a rabbi known for his work with Star-K Kosher Certification as a West Coast Kashrus Administrator. He is also one of the "Founding Fathers" of the Phoenix Community Kollel. Rabbi Bronsteyn delivers public classes in the Phoenix area and offers a podcast called "Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes".
🎧 Listen to Rabbi Bronsteyn’s weekly Parsha podcast ➤ https://tinyurl.com/RabbiYakovBronsteyn

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