Best Rabbi Simon Jacobson Podcasts (2025)

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The Beauty of Tiferet. How to Turn Your Inner Chaos into a Symphony 30:16

2d ago30:16

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Do you feel like your life is chaotic—especially lately, with all the disruptions and upheavals? Uncertainty seems to be the new norm, throwing us off balance, leaving many of us feeling confused, even overwhelmed. Chaos can be disorienting. Sometimes it shakes us to the core. Other times, it gnaws at us quietly—we compartmentalize, minimize, escap…

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The Age of Spiritual Awakening: Rabbi Simon Jacobson in Conversation | Explorations 6:08

19d ago6:08

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According to Rabbi Simon Jacobson of The Meaningful Life Center, technology is catalyzing a spiritual awakening, making spiritual knowledge the “key commodity of the future.” Rabbi Jacobson is a best-selling author of Towards a More Meaningful Life and reaches hundreds of thousands daily through his YouTube channel. In this far-reaching Becoming Hu…

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What Would Abraham Say? A Call for Light, Not Hatred 3:26

3d ago3:26

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In this powerful episode, David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s heartfelt message, “A Message to Our Muslim Cousins.” At a time of deep pain and division, Rabbi Jacobson reminds us that we are all children of Abraham—tasked with bringing light, compassion, and dignity into a dark world. Through lively conversation, personal …

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Ep. 541: Tut Altz Vos Ir Kent – What More Can We Do? 1:09:58

4d ago1:09:58

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics:Transition from Nissan to Iyar What is the central theme of this period in time? What is the meaning of geulah – personally and psychologically? Rosh Chodesh Iyar What lessons do we learn from this month? What is the significance of it being the second month, and of its acronyms? Beis Iyar Is there a…

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Committed More Than Ever: Rabbi Yisroel Deren | The Alef in Conversation 5 34:09

5d ago34:09

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Join us for a conversation with Rabbi Yisroel Deren, Shliach for over fifty years to Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. Rabbi Deren shares insights about Moshiach and our generation, emphasizing the tremendous responsibility and power that Chassidim today possess. To read The Alef on this topic On Top of Giants click here: https://www.thealef.c…

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Kabbalistic Wisdom and the Modern Self-Help Movement: A Conversation with Reb Adam 1:07:26

8d ago1:07:26

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Rabbi Adam Yitzchak Polinovskiy is a well-established coach, specializing in the art of personal and professional transformation. His expertise spans a wide range of areas, including mindset mastery, Kabbalistic wisdom, alignment strategies, and leadership development. In our conversation, we discuss the Kabbalistic background to the modern self-he…

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What Lies Ahead. Post-Passover, Israel, Trump and the Upheavals of Our Times 26:49

9d ago26:49

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How do we make sense of the turbulence and upheavals shaking our world today? Just glance at the stock market — a mirror of our times, swinging wildly with volatility, reflecting trade wars, tariffs, and global conflicts from Gaza to Ukraine. President Trump, in many ways, personifies this era of disruption. But disruption is not inherently negativ…

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Is That Your Soul Talking? 3:54

10d ago3:54

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Ever cried for no reason? Felt a deep longing or sudden awe you couldn’t explain? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s profound teaching on the soul—what it is, how it speaks, and why it matters. From Kirk Douglas’s emotional journey after a stroke to everyday momen…

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Ep. 540: How Do We Honor the Rebbe’s 123rd Birthday? 1:13:18

17d ago1:13:18

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MyLife Chassidus Applied: Where YOUR questions are answeredDonate now: https://mylife500.comFor recording visit the archive page or your favorite podcast carrier.Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics:Yud Alef Nissan • How do we honor the Rebbe’s 123rd birthday? 02:17 • What is the significance of the number eleven? 17:30 • How is it rela…

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The Other Side: When Spirituality Turns Dark 4:09

17d ago4:09

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We often think of spirituality as peaceful, uplifting, and transcendent—but what happens when it turns toxic? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s eye-opening class, “Black Magic: The Dark Side of Kabbalah.” Together, they unpack the thin line between sacred and sin…

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Living the Exodus: What Passover Teaches Me Today 30:42

22d ago30:42

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We all seek healing from psychological and emotional wounds like childhood abuse, trauma, abandonment, and loss. These wounds create fears and insecurities, and undermine our trust, inhibiting us from reaching our potential. Often, we turn to destructive behaviors for relief. Addictions of all sorts may result from the deep void in our psyches. How…

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The Kabbalah of Productivity: 4 Spiritual Steps to Turn Vision into Reality 3:11

24d ago3:11

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What if productivity isn’t about doing more—but doing what truly matters? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein unpack Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s class, The Kabbalah of Productivity, revealing the four Kabbalistic steps to actualize your vision. From dreaming big to getting things done, this framework…

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How to Build Strong Children Instead of Fixing Broken Adults 37:28

30d ago37:28

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Frederick Douglass famously said, "It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." Can we even begin to estimate the staggering cost—financial, emotional, and societal—of fixing broken adults? Therapy, medication, addictions, ailments—endless attempts to numb the pain of fear, insecurity, dysfunction, trauma. Imagine how much coul…

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The Anatomy of Trust: How to Build It, Break It, and Rebuild It 4:17

1M ago4:17

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Why is trust so hard to build—and so easy to lose? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s profound class on the nature of trust. From childhood vulnerability to adult betrayals, they unpack why trust is essential in every relationship—and how to rebuild it when it’s been …

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Ep. 539: Is Pesach Meant to Be a Dreaded Holiday Filled With Extreme Stringencies? 1:04:16

1M ago1:04:16

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Rosh Chodesh Nissan Why is this day and month unique? What is the significance that the first mitzvah we were given as a nation is blessing the new moon of the month of Nissan? What is the meaning of Nissan? What is the difference between nissim and niflaos? Is the revelation of this month initiated…

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The Kabbalah of Action. Do First, Understand Later 41:03

1M ago41:03

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Would you sign a contract without reading it? Would you make a serious commitment without first understanding the details and implications? Most people would instinctively say, Of course not! First, we understand—then we act, then we commit. And yet, the great paradox of life—the true secret to deep, lasting, and eternal connections—is precisely th…

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Indestructible Joy 3:36

1M ago3:36

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When the world thinks we’re at our weakest, Torah reminds us—that’s exactly when we’re strongest. In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s powerful insights into the deeper meaning of Yom Kippur and Simchat Torah. From ancient miscalculations by Haman to modern tragedie…

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Ep. 538: What Lessons Do We Learn From Chof Zayin Adar? 1:05:21

1M ago1:05:21

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: 27 Adar What lessons do we learn from this day? Did the Rebbe say anything prior to this day preparing us for events to come? The chronology of this week’s Torah portion and the following books of the Torah What is the central theme of this week’s Torah chapter? Why is accountability so vital? What …

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Mind Over Matter 3:56

1M ago3:56

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Can your mindset truly change your reality? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s powerful insights on Mind Over Matter. From NFL linebacker Lawrence Taylor’s mental toughness to the science of how thoughts influence our physical health, we explore the fascinating …

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Ep. 537: How Should We Approach Obstacles in Our Lives – As a Challenge to Overcome or a Sign That We Should Change Course? 1:04:47

2M ago1:04:47

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Triple Purim (Meshulash) in Jerusalem Adar How can joy increase after Purim? Is there a connection between joy and Purim and the sign of Pisces/fish of the month of Adar? inner dimensions and secrets? How does joy reveal What does Purim teach us about today’s wars with our enemies? Why did Mordechai…

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Whom Do You Serve. Purim’s Secret 1:06:11

2M ago1:06:11

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We speak much about freedom—but are we truly free? Bob Dylan famously sang, “Gotta serve somebody.” You may be an ambassador to England or France, You may like to gamble, you might like to dance. You may be the heavyweight champion of the world, You might be a socialite with a long string of pearls. But you’re gonna have to serve somebody, yes inde…

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How AGI and Superintelligence Enhance Consciousness | Apocalypse, A Philosophy of Angels, Ep. 7 24:28

2M ago24:28

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Has AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) already arrived? As the race for Superintelligent machines changes the world, how can humans prepare to thrive? Ancient spiritual traditions reveal surprising insights into how philosophy as a spiritual technology can teach us where AI is heading, and what to do about it. Instructor: Dr. Samuel Loncar | Yal…

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Violence, the Flood, and Our Moral Responsibility 3:37

2M ago3:37

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In this thought-provoking episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s powerful insights on one of the most dramatic events in history—the great flood. Why did God choose to wipe out the world? What does chamas (violence and corruption) mean in our times? And how can we build our…

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Ep. 536: What Does Purim Teach Us About Today’s Wars With Our Enemies? 1:06:11

2M ago1:06:11

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: What lessons can we learn from Tes Adar – 85 years later? Why was coming to America a new era in history? What does Purim teach us about today’s wars with our enemies? Can we compare Hamas to Haman? Is there a connection between the redemption of Purim and the final redemption? Why will Purim be the…

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Raising the Bar. Recognizing and Actualizing Your Potential 36:53

2M ago36:53

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How much of your potential have you actualized? That’s actually a trick question. Because the real question is: Do you even know how much potential you have? You can’t measure what you've actualized until you first recognize the vastness of your inner reservoir—your treasure chest of talents, skills, and gifts, both inherent and acquired. This touc…

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Seeing Beyond Your Limits 3:59

2M ago3:59

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Are you seeing the full picture, or are you stuck in your own “farm”? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s profound insights on how to break free from limited perspectives and awaken the visionary within. Through the lens of the Chelm farmer parable, scientific an…

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Ep. 535: What Is the Significance of the 44th Siyum HaRambam? 1:00:17

2M ago1:00:17

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: 44th Siyum HaRambam What is its significance? Why did the Rebbe institute learning the daily Rambam? When was it instituted and what is some of the background? Why does the Rambam’s book of halachas begin and end with discussing G-d's existence? What is the theme and energy of this month? What is th…

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Bittersweet. The Art of Holding Pain and Joy at Once 26:02

2M ago26:02

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What is the secret to true happiness? Is it simply a matter of having positive experiences while avoiding pain? If that were the case, why do we see people who have endured immense suffering radiate joy, while others, blessed with easier lives, remain bitter and despondent? Real happiness is not about escaping hardship or pretending challenges don’…

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Ep. 534: How Should We React to the Horrific Murder of Shiri Bibas and Her Two Babies? 1:10:13

2M ago1:10:13

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MyLife Chassidus Applied: Where YOUR questions are answeredDonate now: https://mylife500.comFor recording visit the archive page or your favorite podcast carrier.Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics:Bibas family tragedy 0:30 • How should we react to the tragic news that the mother and her two red headed babies were murdered by the terro…

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Education for the AI Age: Why Can't People Read and Does it Matter? | Explorations 24:28

2M ago24:28

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How do we reimagine education for a world of AI? What skills do people need, and why? How can philosophy as a way of life create a shared vision of human flourishing? Instructor: Samuel Loncar, Ph.D. | Yale University

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Breaking Free: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety with Inner Strength 4:26

2M ago4:26

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Fear and anxiety have a way of taking over—paralyzing our thoughts, hijacking our emotions, and making logic feel useless. But what if we could break free? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s powerful insights on fear, anxiety, and the need for inner stability. Why do …

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Can We Change Our Fate? An Existential Vision for Immortality | Explorations 36:17

2M ago36:17

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Fate is the power of the unchosen to determine your life. It is real and we all know it, or we would never be frustrated. The key question is: can we overcome our fate? Is fate compatible with freedom? An existential strategy is the only way to overcome the power of fate and avoid being a pawn of your environment and history. To conquer fate, we mu…

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The Time is Now : Awakening the Feminine | The Alef in Conversation 4 50:53

2M ago50:53

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In a special Chof Beis Shevat edition of The Alef in Conversation podcast, guest host and Relationshift Coach, Mrs. Chayale Tzukernik, leads a compelling discussion in honor of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson’s 37th Yom Hilulah. This episode explores the unique role of women in shaping the journey toward Geulah. Featuring Mrs. Sarah Korn of Chaba…

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What's Standing Between You and Your Best Life 32:16

2M ago32:16

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What is holding you back from living up to your greatest aspirations, your dreams, your ideals? What is stopping you from actualizing your full potential? Is it fear? Bad luck? A lack of skills or motivation? Or perhaps it’s all of the above? Maybe there are even deeper, unseen forces—subconscious patterns, societal pressures, or past experiences—b…

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Ishmael & Isaac: A Timeless Family Feud and Its Modern Lessons 4:09

2M ago4:09

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Sibling rivalries can be tough—but what if yours shaped world history? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s class on Ishmael and Isaac: A Timeless Family Feud. What started as a family conflict between Abraham’s two sons became a defining clash of civilizations, w…

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Ep. 533: What Does the Rebbetzin Represent in Our Lives? 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Are we living in Messianic times? How do we open our eyes and see redemption coming? What lessons do we learn from this day, especially for our times? What does the Rebbetzin represent in our lives? How do we know what stories to believe about the Rebbetzin? If the Rebbetzin wanted her privacy, why …

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Ep. 532: How Should We React to President Trump’s Gaza Suggestion? 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Yud Shevat – 75 Years: Chassidus Applied to Basi L’Gani What is the main takeaway from this foundational discourse? What do we learn about the tzimtzum in this year’s chapter 15 and the Rebbe’s maamorim of 5725 and 5745? What are its practical applications? Does tzimtzum separate or connect us with …

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Building a True Home: More Than Just Four Walls 4:42

3M ago4:42

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What makes a house a home? Is it just a place to sleep, or is there something deeper? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s powerful teaching: “Build for Me a home, and I will dwell among you.” Together, they explore: 🏡 What truly makes a home feel safe and meaning…

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Are You a Leader or a Follower? 20:52

3M ago20:52

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Are you a leader or a follower? Many people assume they aren’t born leaders—that leadership requires ingrained charisma, courage, and wisdom, while they need guidance and direction from others. But is that really true? We all need mentorship, education, and teachers, but does that mean we must conform? Following guidance is one thing—losing your in…

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The Introvert-Extrovert Spectrum: Finding Balance Within 3:09

3M ago3:09

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In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s thought-provoking teachings on introversion and extroversion. Is it really just about being a people person or a lone wolf? Or is there something deeper at play? Discover how Torah wisdom reveals that we all carry both traits w…

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Will Superintelligence Complete Science? The Future of Physics 29:34

3M ago29:34

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What happens when AGI, Artificial General Intelligence, appears and solves all the problems in science? Can we know the future of science? Thomas Kuhn's The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, Chapter 6, suggests we can predict future scientific developments based on a deep understanding of the current anomalies in our ideas. Our philosophical ide…

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Ep. 531: How Does Basi L’Gani Capture the Central Theme and Mission of Our Seventh Generation? 1:10:59

3M ago1:10:59

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Yud Shevat – 75 Years What is the significance of this milestone? How does Basi L’Gani capture the central theme and mission of our seventh generation? What lessons do we learn from chapter 15 of Basi L’Gani? What is the chiddush that the most hidden treasures – l'maaleh maaleh ad ayn kaytz – are sp…

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Can a New Scientific Revolution Explain Consciousness? | Apocalypse: A Philosophy of Angels, Ep. 6 1:08:48

3M ago1:08:48

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Three Theses about the Future of Science We are living through the greatest scientific revolution in over two millennia. 2. A new revolution in biology connects to the AI revolution, and a scientific theory of consciousness may finally be on the horizon as a result. 3. Real philosophy should be scientific and thus able to make predictions. I make t…

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How to Be Real in a Fake World 30:53

3M ago30:53

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Do you ever feel like life is a masquerade—constantly switching masks depending on where you are, who you're with, and what’s expected of you? At work, at home, in social settings—always performing, always adapting, living up to others’ demands. And then you pause and wonder: Where am I in all of this? What part of me has been lost? We live in a wo…

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence: How to Master Your Mind and Heart 4:14

3M ago4:14

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What if the secret to a meaningful life isn’t just intelligence, but emotional intelligence? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s powerful insights on balancing mind and heart. Why do emotions often clash with logic? How can we refine our reactions so we stop sweati…

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Ep. 530: How Is the Egyptian Exile and Exodus Reflected In Today's Challenges, Disruptions and Transitions? 1:04:59

3M ago1:04:59

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Bo How does this week’s Torah portion about the Egyptian exile and exodus reflect the challenges, disruptions and transitions in today’s world? What is the central theme of this Torah chapter? What personal and global lessons does it offer us? Can we apply the story of exodus to the hostages today? …

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Can We Have Infinite Energy? Can the Tao Make Us Immortal? | Tao Te Ching, Ep. 4 45:36

3M ago45:36

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The Tao Te Ching teaches that the Way offers infinite utility, seeming to promise unending energy and life. Is this possible and what, scientifically, might it mean? Exploring Chapter 4 of the Tao Te Ching, I show how the human senses point towards hidden paths of refinement and mysteriously deep sources of energy and insight, all found within the …

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Unstoppable: The Power of Perseverance 26:01

3M ago26:01

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Past Lives & Your Soul’s Mission: What Kabbalah Says About Reincarnation 3:33

3M ago3:33

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Have you ever met someone and felt like you’ve known them forever? Or experienced déjà vu in a place you’ve never been? According to Kabbalah, these moments might not be random—they could be glimpses into your past lives. In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s profound insi…

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Do Humans Really Exist? Do We Live in a Simulation? | Explorations 14:31

3M ago14:31

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The simulation theory is all around us, putting somehow the meaning of our very existence into question. Do we really exist? What does it mean that we question our own existence? A true philosophy of existence must answer these questions, and explain why we ask them, guiding us towards a more conscious, free, and scientific way of life. This is the…

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