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. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? 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
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. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? 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
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. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? 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
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. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? 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
To sign up for the new zman of VHP, click here. 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. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? 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
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 Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? 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 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! 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
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. He can be reached by email, Marc@ffcapital.com 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 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
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. 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 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: Practical advice on writing a serious sefer. Motivation to get started! 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 Partial list of topics: 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. 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 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). Join me in learning hilchos Purim with Virtual Halacha Program! Click Here for free registration. 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 Topics Covered Early Childhood+Yeshiva Years Decision to Leave for Law School Memories of Boston Early Career+Teaching Torah Returning to the Rabbinate 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 Sy Syms VS. HBS Personal Journey Talmud Torah Business and Values Am Yisrael You can follow Dean Wasserman on LinkedIn 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
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
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. 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
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. Please join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! 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. Join our quiet WhatsApp group, where I will be posting new episodes, as well as bonus content related to each weeks conversation. Would love to have you along for the ride! Chapter 1: Intro and Background Chapter 2: Zevi's Writing 'Career' Chapter 3: Limiting Mindset Chapter 4: Today's Unique Moment
For a limited time, you can enjoy 20% off Rabbi Sacks Koren publications 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"LRenowned 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 GadeFounder, 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 BrownDr. 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 Join Our Whatsapp Group! If you enjoy Shtark Tank, you don't want to miss our Quiet Whatsapp group, which includes updates, exclusive bonus content and more. Click Here to join.
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. If you enjoy Shtark Tank, make sure to check out or Quiet Whatsapp group, which includes updates, bonus content and more. Click Here to join. 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.