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  • From Soccer Star to Shabbat: A Mexican Athlete's Journey to Judaism

    From Soccer Star to Shabbat: A Mexican Athlete's Journey to Judaism
    2025/01/29
    Welcome to 0%, the podcast that explores the outsized impact of the Jewish people! 🌟

    Join us as Israel Janez Yisrael shares his remarkable journey from being a promising Mexican soccer player on the national team to discovering his Jewish soul. Follow his transformation from playing in World Cup tournaments to finding deeper meaning in Jewish tradition, sparked by a chance encounter with a Jewish family at a movie theater.

    Despite leaving behind a professional soccer career and facing the challenges of starting anew in a foreign country, Israel's story is profound spiritual fulfillment, family connection, and the unexpected ways life leads us to our true purpose. His journey from stadium lights to Shabbat candles reveals how sometimes our greatest dreams give way to even more meaningful ones.

    Catch Zero Percent on all podcast platforms, available on your go-to platform!

    Whether you're Jewish, curious about Jewish culture, or interested in the secrets of success against all odds, this episode offers thought-provoking insights into the Jewish people's enduring impact on the world.

    Don't miss our upcoming episodes featuring inspiring stories of individuals who chose to join the Jewish faith. Tune in on the last Wednesday of each month for new episodes of 0%!

    Keep the conversation going! If you have questions or ideas about Jewish success and impact Please email us at Zeropercent@joidenver.com.🌟

    Help others discover 0%! Please leave us a five-star review and share it with friends who might find this podcast enlightening.
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    Join us as we uncover the treasures in our backyard and explore what makes the Jewish people truly extraordinary! 🕎📚🎙️
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    37 分
  • How to Solve the Trolley Problem: A Jewish Ethical Perspective

    How to Solve the Trolley Problem: A Jewish Ethical Perspective
    2025/01/29
    In this episode of Dear Rabbi, I tackle the famous philosophical trolley dilemma from a Jewish perspective. I analyze Jewish law and the Talmud and explain why Judaism's approach might surprise those who take a utilitarian view. I explore why sacrificing one life to save many - whether through pulling a lever or pushing someone off a bridge - goes against Jewish ethical teachings. Drawing from the Mishna and Jerusalem Talmud, I share how Judaism values each life equally and absolutely, regardless of the mathematical logic of saving more lives.

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    Tune in to Dear Rabbi and uncover the wisdom behind Jewish customs and laws. 🎙️🌟
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    4 分
  • Parshat Va'era: Rewriting Our Inner Narrative

    Parshat Va'era: Rewriting Our Inner Narrative
    2025/01/24
    📖 Parshat Va'era This Week: The stories we tell ourselves can be our greatest limitation or our most powerful tool. Like Moses learning that the people's resistance wasn't about him, we're reminded that our assumptions often say more about our inner struggles than external realities. Pause, reflect, and choose compassion—for yourself and others. Shabbat Shalom. 💭

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    1 分
  • How to Understand God's Plan in Times of Suffering

    How to Understand God's Plan in Times of Suffering
    2025/01/22
    In today's episode of Dear Rabbi, I'm answering a profound question about God's role in our suffering, especially during these challenging post-COVID times. I explain why we can't fully grasp God's ways by sharing two powerful stories – one about a hypothetical cousin from the jungle seeing a gym for the first time, and another about my personal experience with my son Ozzy during his medical procedure. Through these examples, I illustrate how our limited perspective, like looking at a painting with our nose against the canvas, prevents us from seeing the complete picture.

    As Jews, we believe in reincarnation and that our souls return to fix things unknown to us. While we may not understand everything now, I emphasize that if something doesn't seem good, it's simply because we haven't reached the end of the story yet.

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    5 分
  • Understanding Your True Self and Building Authentic Confidence

    Understanding Your True Self and Building Authentic Confidence
    2025/01/22
    Welcome to reConnect, where ancient Jewish wisdom meets modern relationship dynamics. Join husband-wife hosts Menachem and Sarah Lehrfield as they explore the profound question of human nature and inherent goodness. In this transformative episode, they unpack the Jewish perspective on identity, self-worth, and authentic confidence, challenging common misconceptions about human nature and shame.

    Through engaging discussion and practical insights, discover how recognizing your soul as your primary identity can revolutionize your relationships and self-perception. Learn the crucial difference between shame and growth, understand how to build genuine confidence in yourself and others, and explore why mistakes don't define your worth. From parenting strategies that nurture internal validation to practical approaches for maintaining self-worth during challenges, this episode offers a powerful framework for personal growth and deeper connections.

    Whether you're navigating parenthood, seeking to build authentic confidence, or working to strengthen your relationships, this conversation provides actionable wisdom for seeing the divine spark in yourself and others. Join Menachem and Sarah as they bridge ancient Jewish teachings with modern psychology to help you develop a more empowering relationship with yourself and those around you.

    Tune in to re-Connect and discover how the wisdom of the past can illuminate the path forward to harmonious relationships.
    🎙️Discover a vibrant community at JOI Denver, where tradition meets today.

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    41 分
  • Parshat Shemot: The Power of One Act

    Parshat Shemot: The Power of One Act
    2025/01/17
    📖 Parshat Shemot This Week:

    Sometimes the most profound moments of courage come when we stretch beyond our comfort zones. Like Pharaoh's daughter extending her hand to save Moses, we all have the power to create ripples of change that extend far beyond our reach. One act of bravery, one moment of defying expectations, can alter the course of history. Shabbat Shalom. 🌊

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    2 分
  • The Hostage Dilemma: Navigating Unity Amidst Tough Choices

    The Hostage Dilemma: Navigating Unity Amidst Tough Choices
    2025/01/16
    Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we tackle the pressing questions of our time! 🕍

    This week, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield reflects on the current hostage deal in Israel and its complexities. 🤔

    Explore the debate over prioritizing safety versus making concessions, and discover why unity among the Jewish people is more critical now than ever. 🌍 Let’s stand together, even when faced with difficult choices, and hope for the safe return of all hostages.

    We Have A Common Enemy, and It's Not Each Other:
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    2 分
  • Seinfeld's 'The Revenge' - Sweet or Sour: The True Cost of Getting Even

    Seinfeld's 'The Revenge' - Sweet or Sour: The True Cost of Getting Even
    2025/01/15
    Welcome to Yada Yada Yiddish, the podcast where Seinfeld meets Jewish wisdom in unexpected ways.

    🎙️ In this compelling episode, we explore Season 2's "The Revenge," where George's failed attempt to return to work and Jerry's missing laundromat money lead them both down paths of vengeance. But what starts as seemingly justified payback reveals deeper truths about human nature and personal growth.

    Through the lens of Jewish wisdom and modern psychology, we unpack why revenge often feels sweet but leaves a bitter aftertaste. Discover fascinating research from Harvard's Daniel Gilbert about why revenge never delivers the satisfaction we expect, and learn how Jewish teachings offer a more fulfilling alternative: living well as the best revenge.

    Join me as we blend pop culture, psychological research, and timeless Torah wisdom to understand why sometimes the best revenge isn't revenge. This episode speaks to anyone who's ever felt wronged and wondered how to respond.

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    Tune in, laugh, and learn how to balance humor with deep spiritual growth.

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    22 分