

Shtark Tank
Yaakov Wolff
If you are a Ben Torah in the workforce, this is the podcast for you!
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Make sure to check out ShtarkTank.org for more meaningful content.
You can access bonus content and community events through our quiet Whatsapp Group https://chat.whatsapp.com/B5jEcBP5umZAHWk2ILBWTS
Feel free to reach out with feedback, or just to say hi: yaakovwolff@gmail.com
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May 6, 2024 • 37min
Rav Asher Weiss- Sichas Chizzuk
This episode is a recording of a Sicha given by Rav Asher Weiss to members of the Shtark Tank community, about balancing Torah, work, and family.
This was our first in-person event, but B"H it will
not be our last. We are already planning our next memorable event, as well as other opportunities exclusively for Shtark Tank community members. If you don't want to miss out, make sure to join our quiet Whatsapp group. Click here to join.
This episode is sponsored in honor of the balabatim who learn in Kollel Boker Ohr Shmuel in Ramot Bet. Ohr Shmuel is a warm place meant for all ages and
backgrounds to start their day with Torah learning. They have chavrusa matching, chaburas and more. May all of the lomdim have success in their learning and all other endeavors. For more info, Whatsapp Daniel at +972 54-818-5390.

May 2, 2024 • 47min
Intro to Avos with Rav Reuven Taragin
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Sources
Rack Up Those Mitzvot by Tzvi Goldstein
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This series is sponsored L'iluy Nishmas Henya Rila Bas Eliezer z"l.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 29min
CELEBRATE Balabatish Questions [Part 4/4], Zevi Reinitz and Yaakov Wolff
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz.
The final Balabatish question: Should we keep our accomplishments to ourselves? Or is there room for making a big deal and celebrating?
After the discussion, we conclude the series with a quick summary and a few action items.
Sources:
'Celebrate' by Rabbi Sacks zt"l
Tombstone of Rav Eliezer Yosef Lederberg
Michael Jordan on the GOAT debate
Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more.
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Apr 15, 2024 • 21min
JEALOUSY Balabatish Questions [Part 3/4], Zevi Reinitz and Yaakov Wolff
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz.
The third Balabatish question: What is the role of jealousy? Is it purely negative or can it serve a positive function as well?
Tune in for another fun conversation, followed by a question that has bothered me for years!
Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 28min
SELF-TALK Balabatish Questions [Part 2/4], Zevi Reinitz and Yaakov Wolff
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz.
The second Balabatish question: Why do Balabatim play down their accomplishments and abilities?
Tune in for a conversation packed with some surprising data, sources and Gedolim stories!
Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 40min
IDENTITY Balabatish Questions [Part 1/4], Zevi Reinitz and Yaakov Wolff
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz.
The first Balabatish question: Why is "Bahlabus" a dirty word in many Batei Midrash? And why does it matter?
Tune in for a conversation about the Mitzvah of Talmud Torah, the psychology of identity, and more!
Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 29min
Prof. Aaron Allen, Spiritual Medicine
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Proffesor Aaron Allen is Chair of Radiation Oncology at Shaare Zedek Medical Center,
and Deputy Director of the American Medical Program at Tel Aviv University. He can be reached by email, Aaronal@szmc.org.il
We talk about his efforts to find a deep and authentic connection with Hashem and His Torah, despite being a busy physician.
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Mar 26, 2024 • 33min
Ori Sobovitz, Heaven On Earth
Ori Sobovitz is in charge of accelerators and incubators at the OurCrowd.And even though he spends his days in the VC world, his most important investment is in uniting the Jewish people around Torah values. This is what led him to publish יש בתוכנו שמיים, a book which connects modern day issues, the weekly parsha, and the thought of Rav Kook.
Topics Covered
Childhood & upbringing
Learning at Mechinat Eli
Career path
Writing to build bridges
Returning from Miluim
Shabbos and Chol
To hear more from Ori, you can join his Whatsapp group, Order his book, or send him an email Ori@ourcrowd.com
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Mar 20, 2024 • 53min
BONUS: Rav Elli Fischer, Purim Shpiel UPDATED
Rav Elli Fischer is an independent writer, translator, and rabbi. You can follow him on X.
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With Purim approaching, we discussed the serious role of the Purim Shpiel in our religious lives, as well as the importance of hocking.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 38min
Rav Moshe Sokol, Ph.D., Values & Vocations
Rav Moshe Sokol, Ph.D. is the Dean of Lander College for Men, a Shul Rav and Professor. He has been guiding Bnei Torah as they transition to the workforce for almost 30 years!
We discussed the most important criteria for navigating career decisions, coming out of college and beyond. We also discussed his unique connection with Aggadeta, and some Aggadeta lessons we can learn for life in the workforce.
You can check out his books here, and reach him by email Moshe.Sokol@touro.edu
Thanks to Lander College for Men for sponsoring this episode!
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