Torah Sparks

Torah Sparks

Inspiration, meaning, and holiness can be found everywhere. It's up to us to find these sparks of spiritual light and bring more of a G-dly awareness to ourselves, our families, our communities, and the world at large.

On the Torah Sparks website, you can listen to The Torah Sparks Podcast, watch motivational videos, and read exciting blog posts.

Recent Episodes

March 14, 2024

How Far Can a Single Drop of Rain Travel? (Pekudei)

Have you ever wondered how far a single drop of rain is able to travel? The answer may shock you. But even more, it may inspire you. In this week's episode we discuss the importance of taking small "doable" steps and appreci…
March 7, 2024

To Each Their Own: "Dwellers of the Corners" (Vayakhel)

Welcome back to the Torah Sparks Podcast. This week we discuss the notion of being unified but NOT together. Sounds like an oxymoron? Listen to the Chasam Sofer to find out why it's not. We reveal a fascinating approach to u…
Feb. 29, 2024

Key Word to Spiritual Success: Presumably (Ki Sisa)

This week, we discuss the difference between Amalek and the Jewish people. Safes vs. Mistama. And of course, we mention a vort from the Chasam Sofer I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at …
Feb. 22, 2024

"Excuse Me Sir, Do I Look Like a Carrot?" (Tetzaveh)

This week, we discuss the an important yesod of what is primary and what is secondary in our lives. I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Ready. Set. Grow." is available at your local Seforim store, or it can be ordered on…
Feb. 15, 2024

A Tapestry of Tapestrating Tapestries (Terumah)

This week, we discuss the tapestries - the Yerios - that were on top of the Mishkan. We reveal a fascinating lesson learned from the Chasam Sofer regarding these Mishkan coverings. I hope you enjoy this episode. My book "Rea…
Feb. 9, 2024

The Most Sold Book of All Time (Mishpatim)

What is the most sold book of all time? It's quite shocking that the same book is also the most stolen book of all time. Chasam Sofer reveals the difference between an "open door policy" life vs. a life of connection with Ha…

Recent Blog Posts

Parshas Tetzaveh - Do I Look Like a Carrot?

A few years ago, I happened to be shopping in the Nordstrom Rack located in Baltimore, MD, when a fellow approached me and sincerely said, "Excuse me sir, can I ask you a question?"   Hesitantly, I responded, "Sure." I was feeling a little un…

Clear as Day - Parshas Toldos

Have you ever looked at an ice-cream cone and thought that it was a boa constrictor? Or maybe you’ve seen a dog and thought it was a pencil? Or perhaps you’ve observed a car and thought it was a tuna-bagel sandwich? Of course not! The re…

Second Chance Employment (Ki Sisa)

Research has shown that after thousands of years, bread remains the most regularly consumed food in the world. Due to its convenience, portability, nutrition and taste, bread is the most important staple food of humans. Oftentimes, though, it is th…