Erev Yom Kippur reflections on the day as a mikveh for Klal Yisrael, with emphasis on recognizing Hashem's hand in world events. Includes a story about a woman who received a heart transplant during the pandemic and learned profound lessons about faith and humility. Originally produced by JFoundations.

As we enter the days of repentance after Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Liff explores how Moshe Rabbeinu's example of remaining a devoted student of Torah teaches us that true teshuvah means reconnecting with learning and growth. The episode also honors a young man, Yonason Simcha Ashborn, who passed away on the second day of Rosh Hashanah, reflecting on his accomplishments as a ben Torah. Originally produced by JFoundations.

As we approach Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Liff speaks about not expecting overnight change, but rather moving forward one step at a time. He discusses how each generation has a role in completing the work that Adam HaRishon began, and how even in difficult times, we can make meaningful progress through small, consistent efforts. Originally produced by JFoundations.

The parsha teaches us that on Rosh Hashanah we stand before Hashem both as individuals and as one people. Rabbi Liff explores the covenant of Arvus—mutual responsibility—and shares the story of Rabbi Rosenberg, who founded Shatnes laboratories to help Jews avoid the prohibition of wearing linen and wool together. Originally produced by JFoundations.

As we approach Rosh Hashanah, a reflection on how Hashem sees everything, and how the beginning of teshuvah is not dwelling on our failures but removing despair from our hearts. Rabbi Liff shares a story about a borrowed car to illustrate that nothing escapes Hashem's knowledge. Originally produced by JFoundations.

The mitzvah of Bikurim teaches us to recognize and thank Hashem for all His blessings, especially as we approach Rosh Hashanah. Rabbi Liff shares stories of Gedolim like the Chofetz Chaim and Rav Moshe Feinstein to show how their warmth and encouragement gave their talmidim chizuk and closeness to Hashem. Originally produced by JFoundations.

Rabbi Liff discusses what it means that the shofar is blowing during this time of year. He begins with a story about Reb Shlomo Zalman Auerbach's guidance during a crisis at Ner Yaakov yeshiva. Originally produced by JFoundations.

The parsha teaches us about spiritual battle against the yetzer hara, and how the month of Elul gives us thirty days to build the habit of teshuvah. Rabbi Liff shares a story about a wealthy man testing a young scholar's character through food and drink. Originally produced by JFoundations.

Rabbi Liff explores the phrase 'Ani L'Dodi V'Dodi Li' during Elul, teaching how recognizing Hashem's love for us should lead us to love ourselves and repay that love. He shares a personal story of surviving a childhood fire and reflects on how gratitude for Hashem's protection shapes our relationship with Him. Originally produced by JFoundations.

This week's parsha teaches us to walk with Tamim before Hashem rather than chasing after those who consult the dead or practice divination. Rabbi Liff shares a story about Rav Meir Simcha of Dvinsk and his chavrusah learning together, illustrating how love of Torah is more essential than understanding alone. Originally produced by JFoundations.