In our second mailbag episode, we talk writing with Izy Muller and mental health with Nachum Goldstein. Both are based off of episodes with Zevi Reinitz. If you haven't yet listened to the orignals, here are the links

• Ep. 1, Not Just a Bahlabus
• Ep. 16, Self-Talk

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For the next two weeks, we are trying something different. Shtark Tank has spawned so many interesting follow up conversations, and now we are bringing them on air.

Today we speak with Michael Bloch, a former senior partner at McKinsey. Now he focuses on the non profit worl, allowing foundations and philanthropists to maximize their impact.

In our conversation, Michael shares his background and journey in business and Torah learning. He discusses the importance of balancing business, personal, and Torah life, and how Shtark Tank addresses this challenge. Bloch emphasizes the value of discipline and mastering one area of Torah learning at a time. He also explores why the podcast has resonated with Baalei Teshuva and offers advice for continuous growth and curiosity in Torah learning.

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Full Bio

Michael, who holds dual Swiss/French nationality and now lives in Israel, worked at McKinsey for 23 years. First, he spent seven years in Switzerland, then five years in France leading the technology practice, and finally relocated to Israel where he’s been living for more than 11 years. At McKinsey, Michael is a global leader in the Business Technology and Operations division, having joined the company as the 25th consultant and helping grow the practice to 5,000-plus consultants today. He has experience working with top executives and boards of large corporations in more than 10 countries, helping them transform their support functions, leverage technology for competitive advantage, and accelerate growth. Michael has served clients across many industries (e.g., banking, insurance, pharma, retail, and industrials) with a special emphasis on large performance transformation programs as well as technology innovation and growth.

Prior to joining McKinsey, Michael held operational roles at Unicible (a Swiss banking technology company) and spent two years doing postgraduate research on the business impact of the Internet at the University of California in Berkeley and at New York University. Michael received a M.S. in Business Information Systems (with distinction) and a B.A. in Economics and Business Administration from Hautes Etudes Commerciales (HEC) at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland.

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Rav Shlomo Fishman spent 14 years learning in Kollel. But then, he lost out on his dream job. Now he lives in Jerusalem and travels frequently serving as General Counsel and VP of Strategic Partnerships for iPostal1, a US based company. He can be reached at Lawyerrabbi@gmail.com

Previously, Rav Shlomo was a senior associate attorney with Shibolet & Co. in Tel Aviv and specialized in the handling of private and public companies, accompanying start-ups company at their various stages, from founding, funding, and exit.

Rav Shlomo is also ordained by the Chief Rabbinate of Israel and served as a Rabbinical Judge in the Rabbinical Court of Monetary Affairs of the "Ariel Institute", Jerusalem.

In this framework and amongst others, Rav Shlomo delivers Torah lessons in Israel and around the world, introducing a unique and fascinating combination of the worlds of Jewish and civil law.

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The conversation with Rav Aaron Lopiansky explores the emotions and challenges faced by individuals transitioning from yeshiva to the workforce. It also touches on historical precedents and the unique challenges faced by the current generation. Rav Lopiansky emphasizes the need for personal guidance and finding a community that aligns with one's values. He also discusses strategies for balancing time and commitments, as well as the importance of finding the right approach to Talmud Torah. The conversation concludes with a discussion on how to maintain a healthy relationship with one's yeshiva experience and the importance of cherishing the memories and values learned during that time.

Bio:

Rabbi Ahron Lopiansky is Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva of Greater Washington – Tiferes Gedaliah, accepting the position in July of 2014. He studied and received rabbinic ordination from the Mir Yeshiva of Jerusalem. In Israel, Rabbi Lopiansky taught at Aish HaTorah from 1983-1990, and then taught at the Mir for five years before assuming the post of Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshiva Gedolah of YGW in 1995. Rabbi Lopiansky is a prolific author, having written more than 20 seforim on various topics.

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In our series finale on Avos, we discuss the Mishna which talks about stress at work, also touching on motivation, taxes and more!

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Aaron R. Katz is a Senior Associate at GT Law, founding President of Mevakshei Emes in Mishkafayim-RBS, and a writer who writes about chassidus, baseball and more.

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Also referenced- Shtark Tank with Zivi Mendelsohn

Some of the topics that we discussed:

• Big Law in the Midwest
• Aliyah and Integaration
• The Ups and Downs and being a Shul Founder
• The Importance of Writing

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In this episode, we explore a Mishna which seems completely disconnected from reality. Is it possible to only work a little bit in order to focus on Torah? What are the underlying ideas that are found in this Mishna?

All that and more in this episode...

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Has Shtark Tank made even a small impact on your life? Email me at yaakovwolff@gmail.com with feedback, questions, comments. Jacob L. Freedman, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist practicing medicine in both The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and The State of Israel where he maintains a private practice in Jerusalem. He is a graduate of The University of Massachusetts Medical School, and The Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Residency Training Program where he was Chief Resident of Inpatient Psychiatry and the recipient of The Henry G. Altman Award for Excellence in Medical Education.

Topics Covered:

• From Harvard to the Holy Land
• Positive Psychology
• Mindfulness
• Stress
• Screens

He has published 3 books, you can order them on Amazon:

• Off The Couch
• The Things I Told My Patients
• Me and Uncle Baruch

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What is the relationship between Torah and Work? Yaakov Wolff and Tzvi Goldstein unpack the Mishna in Avos which talks about this issue.

Sources:

• ⁠Rav Chezkie Glatt on Shtark Tank

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Michael Eisenberg is a General Partner at Aleph, an early-stage venture capital fund, has written numerous books and articles about Torah values in the modern economy, and is the Chairman on HasShomer HaChadash. You can follow him on X.

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• Transactional thinking can only take humanity so far, it's time to revive covenental capitalism by Michael Eisenberg In Forbes
• Spreading Wealth Through Covenantal Capitalism by Michael Eisenberg in Tradition

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What is the Torah's view on loving your work? Yaakov Wolff and Rav Tzvi Goldstein unpack the Mishna in Avos which talks about this issue.

Sources:

• Rav Yeshoshua Pfeffer on Shtark Tank
• Inhabiting the Self-Work Romantic Utopia by Dr. Michal Pagis

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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.

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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.

This week, we take a break from our regular programming, and have a conversation about Aveilut. Just before we recorded our 4 part series together, Rabbi David Lapin and I both experienced family tragedies. With Tisha B'Av approaching, we spoke about our experiences, with a focus on pain, process and potential.

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Sources

• Rack Up Those Mitzvot by Tzvi Goldstein

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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

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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!

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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!

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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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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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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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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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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

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Marc Lesnick has impacted thousands of people, by helping distribute the Torah of Rav Asher Weiss and Rav Shalom Rosner. Professionally, he is a partner at Fortissimo Capital.

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Topics Covered

• Choosing a career that you love
• Facilitating the Torah of Rav Asher Weiss and Rav Shalom Rosner
• The challenges of being a ghostwriter
• Up-close view of greatness
• How to start spreading Torah of a Gadol

This is a recording of a Shiur and Q&A by Rav Mayer Twersky on the topic of being a Ben Torah in the Workforce. Ths shiur was attended by Shtark Tank listeners and was hosted at Kehilat HaElah in RBS. (During the Q&A there was a sound glitch, making the audience questions sound strange, we apologise for this error). Source Sheet

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This episode is sponsored by the Zimbalist family in memory of Eli Moshe Zimbalist HY"D, and by an additional sponsor as a zechus for the speedy recovery of Binyamin Brown.

Rav Mayer Twersky is a Rosh Yeshiva at Yeshiva University.

Rav Gil Student is the Editor of TorahMusings.com . He does all of his writing, learning and community work on the side, since he works full-time as an actuary. You can follow him on X or reach out by email.

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Tune in to hear Rav Gil Student talk about:

• Unconventional Career Path
• Chessed at Work
• Learning Goals
• Laid-back Intensity
• Torah Musings
• Quality of Torah
• Bahlabus but not Balabatish

Ziv (or Zivi) Mendesohn is the author of מלאים זיו, a 570 page sefer on a wide varitey of topics. He can be reached by email at zivi@lmanda.com

We talk about his 20 year journey to writing a sefer. This episode will provide you with two things:

1. Practical advice on writing a serious sefer.
2. Motivation to get started!

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• Discovering Personal Connections in Torah
• Writing and Memorializing Learning for Family
• Torah Learning and Aliyah

My father is the COO of OurCrowd, Chairman of Kav L'Noar, and an informal career coach. You can contact him on LinkedIn.

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Topics covered:

• Work-Life Synergy
• Lessons From Baking Cookies
• Advice For Job Applicants
• Non-Profit Work
• Divine Providence

Rav Yitzchak Breitowitz is a Senior Lecturer in Yeshivas Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem. Until April 2010, he was the Rabbi of the Woodside Synagogue in Silver Spring, Maryland and Professor of Law at the University of Maryland Law School. We spoke about his journey from yeshiva to law school, and from the the workforce to the Rabbinate. And we discussed one of the most underrated aspects of living a Torah life. To listen to the Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast click here (highly recommended).

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Topics Covered

1. Early Childhood+Yeshiva Years
2. Decision to Leave for Law School
3. Memories of Boston
4. Early Career+Teaching Torah
5. Returning to the Rabbinate
6. Today's Generation

Noam Wasserman is the Dean of Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University, and used to teach at Harvard Business School. He wrote two bestselling business books, the Founders Dillemas and Life is a Startup.

Topics

1. Sy Syms VS. HBS
2. Personal Journey
3. Talmud Torah
4. Business and Values
5. Am Yisrael

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Rav Chezkie Glatt is a Rebbi at Yeshivat Torat Shraga, and the co-founder and CTO or Roga Analyitics. We talk about his main role-model, his daily schedule and more!

You can reach him by LinkedIn, and you can join his WhatsApp group, A Pasuk A Day from Mishlei.

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Moe Mernick is Chief of Staff @ Triple Whale, a Daf Yomi Maggid Shiur, and an inspirational speaker. We spoke about his column in Mishpacha Magazine about Work Life Solutions, overcoming life's challenges, and the importance of family. For more from Moe: Final Column Ft. Moe Mernick, Short Videos on the Daf Daf Yomi Moe-ments, Moe's book about living with a stutter The Gift Of Stuttering, Mishpacha Magazine Column Archive Please join the ⁠⁠Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group⁠⁠ for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by ⁠email⁠ and ⁠LinkedIn

Rav Yehoshua Pfeffer is a Rav, Dayan, Director of the Iyun Institute, and former Supreme Court Clerk. You can follow his work by subscribing to the Tzarich Iyun email list and YouTube Channel. You can also reach him by email. yehoshuapfeffer@gmail.com.

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Chapters

1) Personal Journey: From London to Mir to Law School

2) The Proper Mindset: Transitioning Out of Yeshiva

3) Practical Advice

In our very first episode, we sit down for a conversation with Zevi Reinitz, tech executive and mechaber seforim. We discuss his journey as a writer, and what he thinks is the most important mindset for a Ben Torah in the workforce. You can check out Zevi on LinkedIn and join his "Great Qs on the parsha Whatsapp Group" Shtark Tank is a podcast for Bnei Torah in the workforce, providing insightful conversations with role models and mentors.

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Ever wondered what advice a top CEO coach would give to someone just starting out? Rav David Lapin, who usually helps CEOs of multinational corporations tackle tough problems, is coaching me today—an Avreich stepping into the business world for the first time.

To listen to Rabbi Lapin's first interview, where he talks about his personal journey, ⁠⁠click here⁠⁠.

Questions Addressed:

• What is true leadership?
• How can I progress in my career without getting too busy?
• What are the keys to effective delegation?
• Does work-life balance exist? (Spolier Alert: No)
• How to create a synergy between professional success and being a good father?

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Guest Bio

Rabbi David Lapin has taught Torah to thousands of talmidim in South Africa, America, and in Israel, and currently serves as the Rabbi of Ohr Ra’anan. In addition to his almost five decades as a teacher, he is formerly the CEO of Lapin International LLC, an internationally renowned business consultant and thought leader. He is the author of ⁠⁠⁠Lead by Greatness⁠⁠⁠.

You can tune in to his podcast, Matmonim Daf Yomi, on ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ or other podcast platforms.

Ever wondered what advice a top CEO coach would give to someone just starting out? Rav David Lapin, who usually helps CEOs of multinational corporations tackle tough problems, is coaching me today—an Avreich stepping into the business world for the first time.

To listen to Rabbi Lapin's first interview, where he talks about his personal journey, ⁠click here⁠.

Questions Addressed:

• What is the unique mussar approach to business?
• How do we balance dedication to our jobs with other commitments?
• Can a businessman be a chassid?
• What are value-drivers?
• How do we raise our children to a life of values?

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Guest Bio

Rabbi David Lapin has taught Torah to thousands of talmidim in South Africa, America, and in Israel, and currently serves as the Rabbi of Ohr Ra’anan. In addition to his almost five decades as a teacher, he is formerly the CEO of Lapin International LLC, an internationally renowned business consultant and thought leader. He is the author of ⁠⁠Lead by Greatness⁠⁠.

You can tune in to his podcast, Matmonim Daf Yomi, on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or other podcast platforms.

Ever wondered what advice a top CEO coach would give to someone just starting out? Rav David Lapin, who usually helps CEOs of multinational corporations tackle tough problems, is coaching me today—an Avreich stepping into the business world for the first time.

To listen to Rabbi Lapin's first interview, where he talks about his personal journey, click here.

Questions Addressed:

• Do we leave Yeshiva or graduate?
• Is this a step down or a step up?
• What are the keys to gaining and maintaining meaningful employment?
• Can business and chessed be the same?
• How does a Ben Torah navigate a secular work environment?

Bio

Rabbi David Lapin has taught Torah to thousands of talmidim in South Africa, America, and in Israel, and currently serves as the Rabbi of Ohr Ra’anan. In addition to his almost five decades as a teacher, he is formerly the CEO of Lapin International LLC, an internationally renowned business consultant and thought leader. He is the author of ⁠Lead by Greatness⁠.

You can tune in to his podcast, Matmonim Daf Yomi, on ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Youtube⁠ or other podcast platforms.

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Rabbi David Lapin has taught Torah to thousands of talmidim in South Africa, America, and in Israel, and currently serves as the Rabbi of Ohr Ra’anan. In addition to his almost five decades as a teacher, he is formerly the CEO of Lapin International LLC, an internationally renowned business consultant and thought leader. He is the author of Lead by Greatness.

You can tune in to his podcast, Matmonim Daf Yomi, on Spotify, Youtube or other podcast platforms.

Summary:

Rav David Lapin shares his unique background growing up in South Africa and his educational upbringing in yeshivas. He discusses the challenges and pride of being the son of a rabbi and the influential rabbis he learned from. Rav Lapin also talks about his decision to pursue both Torah and business, and how he found a way to integrate the two. He shares insights from his consulting work and the importance of ethical leadership and purpose in business. Rav Lapin emphasizes the need to stay relevant and innovative in a changing world.

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This episode is dedicated in memory of my brother-in-law, Eli Moshe Zimbalist z"l, who was killed protecting Am Yisrael. Eli Moshe loved his shul. For many years the Zimbalist's have been key players in Rabbi Rosner's Nofei HaShemesh community. The shul currently only has a Social Hall which is being used for prayers. You can help us build a proper Beit Midrash, which will be dedicated in his honor. ⁠Click Here To Build For Eli Mo.⁠ In this episode, Dr. Shilo Kramer shares his journey from Israel to the US and back to Israel, and how he ended up working at Adi Negev, a rehabilitation hospital in the Negev region. He specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, helping patients recover from acute and chronic injuries. He chose to work at Adi Negev because he wanted to make a meaningful contribution to the underserved population in the Negev. He also discusses the impact of the October 7th attacks on the community and the long-term rehabilitation process for the injured soldiers. Dr. Shilo emphasizes the importance of staying positive and setting goals during the slow recovery process.

Dr. Kramer can be reached by Whatsapp +1-917-915-6106 or email Shilok@adi-il.org

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This episode is dedicated in memory of my brother-in-law, Eli Moshe Zimbalist z"l, who was killed protecting Am Yisrael.

Eli Moshe loved his shul. For many years the Zimbalist's have been key players in Rabbi Rosner's Nofei HaShemesh community. The shul currently only has a Social Hall which is being used for prayers. You can help us build a proper Beit Midrash, which will be dedicated in his honor. Click Here To Build For Eli Mo.

To listen to my interview with Nachum Segal about Eli Moshe, ⁠click here⁠.

This week we sat down with Chaim Meir and Aliza Mermelstein to talk about raising children, choosing the right community, navigating challenges in school, and more!

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Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph has served as a Rabbi, worked on Wall Street, and is now bringing those two worlds together.

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Has Shtark Tank made even a small impact on your life? Email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠yaakovwolff@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠with feedback, questions, comments. Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph is the Orthodox Union's Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since September of 2020. He is the senior professional leader, responsible for all aspects of OU programs and operations, other than OU Kosher. He joined the OU from Yeshiva University where he served in a variety of roles over 16 years, ultimately rising to senior vice president. In that role, he established and implemented strategic plans, managed the university's operations, and played key roles on major initiatives such as the university's response to the coronavirus. A native of Montreal, Josh received both his Ed.D. and Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He received his rabbinical ordination from Yeshiva University's Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary, as well as a Master of Arts in Jewish philosophy from their Bernard Revel Graduate School. He also completed fellowships and certificates at NYU's Wagner School of Public Administration, as well as Harvard's Institute of Higher Education. Josh previously worked at a hedge fund, as a community rabbi, served as the executive director of the Orthodox Caucus, and director of social entrepreneurialism at YU's Center for the Jewish Future. He and his wife, Julie, live in Lawrence, New York and are the proud parents of Zach, Ozzie, and Marsha.

In this episode we sat down with Rav Yehoshua and Rebbetzin Tamar Pfeffer, to talk about building a Torah home home alongside work, Torah and other responsibilities.

• To listen to the profile of Rav Yehoshua Pfeffer ⁠click here⁠
• To listen to the conversation with Chaim Meir and Aliza Mermelstein, ⁠click here⁠

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In this conversation, Ari Yablok discusses his transition from being a rabbi to pursuing a career in tech and marketing. He shares his early rabbinic aspirations and how he started working in informal education. Ari explains the three-stage approach he took to build his tech and marketing career, which includes finding a learning job, discovering what he was passionate about and good at, and then taking ownership in a senior-level role. He also emphasizes the importance of constantly pivoting and expanding one's skills in today's fast-paced world. In this conversation, Ari Yablok shares his experiences of navigating the challenges of balancing work and family life, finding meaning in his new career, and the importance of personal branding. Ari also explores the concept of brands and how they connect with individuals on a deeper level.

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Bio

Ari Yablok is the Head of Brand at Island. Before joining Island in 2021, Ari was the Head of Brand Messaging at Atreo, a B2B tech branding and marketing agency, where he helped shaped the brand of over 50 leading tech companies worldwide. Before entering the world of tech marketing, Ari served as campus rabbi and head of student programming for the English speaking student body of Bar Ilan university. Originally from Teaneck, New Jersey, Ari made aliyah in 2009 with his wife Ayelet who currently live in Givat Shmuel with his wife and six children.

You can follow him on Linkedin, and check out his podcast, Believe in Brand on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Rav Shaya Klyne is the director of WW Estate Planning, a legal and halachic estate planning practise. He is also the associate Rov in Ohr Yeruhalayim, Manchester and a Magid Shiur in the local schools. Rav Shaya can be contacted at shaya@willsways.co.uk or via his LinkedIn account.

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Yisrael (Robert) Aumann is an Israeli-American mathematician and Nobel laureate in Economic Sciences. Renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to game theory, Aumann's work has influenced fields ranging from economics to political science. His research on repeated games and conflict resolution offers deep insights into cooperation and strategic decision-making. A dedicated professor emeritus at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Aumann remains active in the academic community, sharing his wisdom on mathematics, philosophy, and human behavior. Chapters: • Childhood and early influences • Making Aliyah and losing his son Shlomo HY"D • Career Joureny • Winning the Nobel prize Don't miss out on exclusive bonus content, as well as special offers and initiatives. Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group today. Has Shtark Tank made even a small impact on your life? Email me at yaakovwolff@gmail.com with feedback, questions, comments. Click Here to check out Sichot on the Parsha from Rav Moshe Stav

Moshe Rapps is the Assistant Vice President at Bernstein Private Wealth Management, and the host of the Rav Hirsch on the Parsha podcast.

We discussed Rav Hirsch's commentary on the Etrog, which expands on three qualities of the Etrog tree and fruit. Rav Hirsch also throws in an amazing nugget from the world of scientific botany. And finally, we discuss some important lessons that we can take to our lives as Bnei Torah in the workforce.

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In this special episode, we honor 4 fallen heroes, Eli Moshe Zimbalist, Ari Fuld, Yosef Guedalia and Binyamin Airley.

Chapters

- (00:00) Intro

- (01:46) Simmy Zimbalist remembers his son, Eli Moshe Zimbalist

- (25:56) Hillel Fuld remembers his brother, Ari Fuld

- (44:25) Avraham Rosner remembers his friends, Yosef Guedalia and Binyamin Airley

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Josh Herzberg is a Tech Lead & Sr. Software Engineer at Google. He is also the founder of The Torah App.

You can download The Torah App at ⁠https://thetorahapp.org/download⁠

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:55) Background and Going in to Software

(07:41) Working at Google

(13:13) Torah and Tech

(15:50) The Torah App

(27:29) Convenience vs. Ameilus

(33:33) Closing Thoughts

Dr. Edo Lavi is an orthodontist based in Baltimore (for now). He is also the host of the Dafsplaining podcast.

We spoke about the perks of being an orthodontist, finding meaning at work, and his plans for coming back to Israel.

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Guest Bio

Dr. Edo Lavi joins this episode of "Shtark Tank" to share his remarkable journey, blending professional expertise with a deep dedication to Torah values. A graduate of HANC, KBY, and Yeshiva University, Dr. Lavi went on to complete dental school in New Jersey in 1999 and specialized in orthodontics at NYU by 2003. He and his family made aliyah on one of the early Nefesh B'Nefesh flights and established a successful private orthodontic practice in Israel, serving the community until 2019.

Dr. Lavi’s roots in NCSY and experience as one of the first madrichim in NCSY Kollel reflect his commitment to community and growth. Now based in Baltimore, he shares insights on balancing Torah ideals with professional success, and his aspirations to return to Israel in the future.

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What would Rabbi Sacks say?

In this two-part series, Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks, we explore timeless wisdom from Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z"l and how his teachings can inspire and guide Bnei Torah navigating the modern workforce.

Rabbi Sacks was a towering intellectual with a global following, addressing some of the most pressing issues of our time—religious violence, morality, God and science, and more. As his yahrtzeit approaches, we delve into his profound insights, uncovering how they directly relate to the challenges and opportunities of balancing a Torah-centered life with career ambitions.

In this episode:

• Discover how Rabbi Sacks’s wisdom on this very topic is at the heart of one of his most popular books.
• Hear personal reflections from Rabbi Sacks's talmidim—those influenced from afar and those privileged to gain access to his inner world.
• Listen to Rabbi Sacks in his own words, thanks to the incredible resources provided by the Rabbi Sacks Legacy website.

Whether you're looking for practical career guidance or inspiration for integrating Torah values into your professional life, this series offers a unique perspective from one of the greatest thinkers of our time.

Resources Mentioned:

• Rabbi Sacks Legacy Website – A treasure trove of content, including writings, audio, and video, carefully curated for easy access.
• Kiddush Hashem in a Complicated World | Video | The Rabbi Sacks Legacy
• Power or Influence? | Beha’alotecha | Covenant & Conversation | The Rabbi Sacks Legacy
• The Legacy of the Lubavitcher Rebbe | Video

Guest Bios

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks ZT"L
Renowned Jewish thinker, writer, and speaker, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks zt"l served as Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth. His legacy includes profound insights on faith, leadership, and morality that resonate far beyond the Jewish world.

Gilles Gade
Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Cross River Bank, Gilles Gade is a visionary in the fintech industry, blending innovation with traditional banking to create cutting-edge financial solutions.

Alan Sacks

Alan Sacks is a partner at Herzog Fox & Naaman.

Dr. Erica Brown
Dr. Erica Brown is a scholar, educator, and author, known for her thought-provoking works on Jewish leadership and education. She is the Vice Provost for Values and Leadership at Yeshiva University, and the Director of the Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks-Herenstein Center for Values and Leadership at YU. You can check out her upcoming book Morning Has Broken: Faith After October 7th

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