In this third (and final) part of this 3 week series, we take a look at Tach V'tat-the pogroms during the Chmielnitsky uprising in 1648 and 1649. We examine the origins of Polish Jewry, understand the geopolitical and economic context of the rebellion, and look at how these tragic experiences changed the Jewish people moving forward. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

In this second episode of the special Three Weeks series, we take a look at Gzeiros Tasnu-The Rhineland Massacres during the First Crusade in the year 1096. We examine the origins of Ashkenazi Jewry, learn about the great cities of Speyer, Worms and Mainz, and see how the memory of these events enters into our weekly prayers and Jewish consciousness. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us for this special episode-part 1 of a 3 part series on the Three Weeks from the 17th of Tammuz to the 9th of Av. This week we look at the Bar Kochba rebellion of the 2nd Century CE. We try to better understand its historical context, what happened, and (as usual with our Toras Chaim theme) what lessons we can draw from the tragedy in Jewish History. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us for this week's episode discussing the special Haftarah for the begining of the Three Weeks: The opening of Sefer Yirmiyahu. In it we look at our life's mission, what almonds have in common with the 3 weeks, and why our suffering can be seen as bittersweet. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us (after a short break) as we look at this week's Haftorah from the Book of Michah. In this episode we look G-d's insistence that the Jewish people delve deeply into what is happening behind the scenes in world events and appreciate the great miracles He performs on our behalf. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us as we look at this week's Haftorah from the book of Zecharia: his vision of Yehoshua the Kohen Gadol and the lights of the Menorah. In it we see how "the more things change, the more they stay the same" and uncover some tips about how to deal with an uncertain future.If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us as we look at this week's Haftorah from the book of Shoftim: the story of the birth of Shimshon. In it we discover lessons regarding how to use momentous occasions in life while still remaining balanced. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us in examining the special Megilla for Shavuos-the Book of Ruth. We discuss the historical context of the story, what it comes to teach us, how how to properly approach those who are different from us. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us for an analysis of this week's special Haftorah from the book of Shmuel-the story of Yehonatan and David's final meeting. We look for a deeper connection to between the story and the concepts of Rosh Chodesh and suggest some perspectives on understanding stories of the great figures in Jewish History. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Join us for a look at this week's Haftorah for the book of Yemiyahu. We try to find the deeper connection between this prophecy and our Parsha as well as examine the relationship between health, wealth , and trust. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.