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Chelek Lamed Daled pg 24. The Torah warns us not to forget what we've learned, yet if someone forgets because circumstances genuinely prevented them from reviewing, it isn't considered "forgetting" at all. Why? Because they never let go of the Torah - the Torah remained their priority. Sometimes, what looks like stepping away is actually the deepest expression of connection. Reb Zeira intentionally forgot the Talmud Bavli he had learned so he could fully absorb the Talmud Yerushalmy. Moshe broke the Luchos to preserve the Torah forever. In both cases, a temporary "loss" became the foundation for something far greater. What does Hashem want from me? Am i aligning myself with Torah as my life force? Use that as the guiding force. Am I stepping away ("forgetting") because I'm disconnecting, or because, for this moment, this is what Hashem wants from me? Sometimes moving away from something might be the strongest expression of connection.This Week's Sicha Learning is in Honor of:*An anonymous listener, in honor of her birthday on 6 Av, with brachos for herself and her family in all areas.* Chaya Bunia bas Leah Frieda, whose birthday is on Tishah B'Av, wishing you a shnas bracha v'hatzlacha!*Rochel Kaplan - l'ilui nishmas her father, Yehuda Leib ben Peretz Mochkin, whose yahrtzeit is on Tishah B'Av. In the zechus of his extraordinary mesiras nefesh in Czarist Russia, where he helped hundreds of families escape to freedom with forged papers on the last possible transport. May the zechus of this learning bring the ultimate redemption for all of Klal Yisrael, me'avdus l'cheirus, with the coming of Moshiach now.And a heartfelt Mazal Tov to Mrs. Schapiro as we celebrate just one week until her family's upcoming chasunah! May it be a time of abundant brachos and simchos.
VAR, IA y balones inteligentes: el nuevo fútbol ya llegó.En este nuevo video, Gastón Schapiro analiza cómo la innovación tecnológica transformó la Copa del Mundo. Del VAR al fuera de juego semiautomático, pasando por los balones inteligentes, la inteligencia artificial y las herramientas que cambiaron para siempre la manera de jugar, arbitrar y vivir un Mundial.¿La tecnología hizo al fútbol más justo o le quitó parte de su esencia? ¿Qué podemos esperar de cara a los próximos Mundiales?
269 Chelek lamed gimmel pg 170A positive spin on guilt & the deep understanding of just how powerful an internal teshuva can be.This Week's Sicha Learning Sponsors:in honor of the birthday of Chaya Mushka bas Zeesa Gerlitsky. Wishing her and her family a shnas hatzlacha in gashmiyus and ruchniyus, with extra brachos for a healthy mother and baby and a smooth, easy delivery.Sponsored by Goldie Kozlovsky l'ilui nishmas her grandfather and her husband's grandfathers, Rav Avraham Chaim ben Menachem Mendel Naeh and Chaim ben Zev Wolf Feldman, whose yahrtzeits are both on 20 Tammuz; and l'ilui nishmas her father, Asher Lemel ben Chaim Feldman, whose yahrtzeit is on 21 Tammuz.Sponsored by Susan Shapiro — l'ilui nishmas Susan's mother, Basya bas Yehuda Chaim, on her yahrtzeit, 21 Tammuz; in honor of her daughter's birthday on 22 Tammuz; and in honor of what would have been her father, Moshe ben Shmuel a"h's birthday on 11 Tammuz. With heartfelt gratitude to Mrs. Schapiro and her other amazing daughter for making this weekly learning possible.
Fruma Schapiro's connection to Jewish mysticism is deeply entrenched in Chabad Hasidism. She has seen the way it can transform lives and nourish souls, and she is particularly drawn to the idea that each and every person has a responsibility to spread a little more light in the world.Fruma Schapiro is a teacher in California. She teaches Judaic studies at Ohel Chana, a girls' school in Los Angeles, and she hosts a podcast called Weekly Sichos, which spreads Chasidut [Hasidism] through teachings from the Lubavitcher Rabbi to women around the world.Now, she sits down with Rabbi Dr. Benji Levy to answer eighteen questions on Jewish mysticism including the role of prayer for women and how Jewish mysticism can positively influence our relationships with others.Here are our questions: What is Jewish mysticism?How were you introduced to Jewish mysticism?In an ideal world, would all Jews be mystics?What do you think of when you think of God?What is the purpose of the Jewish people?How does prayer work?What is the goal of Torah study?Does Jewish mysticism view men and women the same?Should Judaism be hard or easy?Why did God create the world? Can humans do something that is against God's will?What do you think of when you think about Moshiach?Is the State of Israel part of the final redemption?What is the greatest challenge facing the world today?How has modernity changed Jewish mysticism?What differentiates Jewish mysticism from the mysticism of other religions? Does one need to be religious to study Jewish mysticism?Can mysticism be dangerous?How has Jewish mysticism affected your relationships with yourself and with others?What is a Jewish teaching that you always take with you?
Chelek Lamed Gimmul page 62The pleasure and joy of the body is itself HOLY.Join our WhatsApp group to catch the live learning, there's something special about learning together! 619-757-0486This Week's Sicha Sponsors:* Shayna Gopin, in honor of healthy mothers and healthy babies everywhere.* Brocha Richler, in honor of her birthday today!In the zechus of her mother, Esther Menye bas Luba Alte Toibe, and l'ilui nishmas her father, Sholom DovBer ben Aharon Leib.With brachos for:• Zera Chaya V'Kayama for Chana bas Brocha• A shidduch for Yaakov ben Brocha• A refuah sheleima for Shira Devorah bas Sara Chaya and Varda Feiga Bluma bas YochevedAnd wishing everyone revealed brachos b'gashmiyus u'v'ruchniyus & Moshiach now!* Chaya Sara Barber, whose birthday is tonight! In honor of Project Likutei Sichos, and may all the learning bring brachos to the learners, their families, and all of Klal Yisroel.* Malka Bracha Heidingsfeld, in honor of her birthday this Shabbos, and with appreciation for Mrs. Schapiro and the weekly sichos.* Cheli Andrusier, l'ilui nishmas Yonatan Yehuda Aryeh ben Shmuel Yitzchok, on his 18th yahrtzeit, 18 Sivan. He is missed beyond words. May all the mitzvos done l'ilui nishmaso hasten the reunion with our loved ones with the coming of Moshiach.* And a special Happy Birthday to Mrs. Schapiro, whose birthday is this weekend! Thank you for sharing Chassidus with such warmth and dedication week after week.
Filmmaker Maura Smith discusses Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere, her documentary on the photographer who captured modern America.Image: Steve Schapiro in the 1960s. Credit: Steve Schapiro
In this episode, we discuss recordings of “Organ Music from the Low Countries” (Ricecar) by Bernard Foccroulle, “Violin Sonatas - by Nineteenth-Century Women Composers” (Da Vinci Classics) by Giuliana De Siato & Annarosa Partipilo, “Mernier: Ustica” (Cypres) by Orchestre Philharmonique de Liège / Gergely Madaras & others, “The Light of Day” (Télès Music) by Floriaan Wempe, “Straight into the Sun Vision” (SteepleChase) by Anthony Ferrara, and “Best Laid Plans” (Summit) by the Schapiro 17. The Adult Music Podcast is featured in: Feedspot's 100 Best Jazz Podcasts Episode 259 Deezer Playlist Fair use disclaimer: Music sample clips are for commentary and educational purposes. We recommend that listeners listen to the complete recordings, all of which are available on streaming services in the links provided. We also suggest that if you enjoy the music, you consider purchasing the CDs or high-quality downloads to support the artists. “Organ Music from the Low Countries” (Ricecar) Bernard Foccroulle https://open.spotify.com/album/3v08cPueE11FYPjakPDJVp https://music.apple.com/us/album/organ-music-from-the-low-countries/1882200966 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0GR1LLZD4 “Violin Sonatas - by Nineteenth-Century Women Composers” (Da Vinci Classics) Giuliana De Siato, Annarosa Partipilo https://open.spotify.com/album/5FVdQtep8HoCuicQY5wqns https://music.apple.com/us/album/violin-sonatas-by-nineteenth-century-women-composers/1895865092 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0GYDMTZH2 “Mernier: Ustica” (Cypres) Sturm und Klang, Tatiana Samouil, David Lively, Sarah Laulan, Musiques Nouvelles, Jean-Paul Dessy, Orchestre Philharmonique de Liège / Gergely Madaras https://open.spotify.com/album/5x2UGWNrovRXwEFBAJ35or https://music.apple.com/us/album/mernier-ustica/1891663029 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0GWJCKR8P “The Light of Day” (Télès Music) Floriaan Wempe https://open.spotify.com/album/7s4frwcEDA7A8HYUVZ9GkY https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-light-of-day-feat-rob-van-bavel-willie-jones/1889936097 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0GVQ36KBG “Straight into the Sun Vision” (SteepleChase) Anthony Ferrara https://open.spotify.com/album/66k9Q8JOGFBw7WvfNFObI9 No Apple Music https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0GZLHYJHK “Best Laid Plans” (Summit) Jon Schapiro, Schapiro 17 https://open.spotify.com/album/2ifyHUhykS6nkbIo3E9ICs https://music.apple.com/us/album/best-laid-plans/1896273580 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0GZHZQ5W2
Die Themen der Sendung:Von Tango bis Talmud20 Jahre jüdisches Lernfestival LimmudInterview mit David Schapiro, VorstandsmitgliedMiron TenenbergThora-Auslegung:Rabbiner Salomon Almekias-Siegl, Bamberg
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➡️ Watch the full interview ad-free, join a community of geopolitics enthusiasts and gain access to exclusive content on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingGeopolitics➡️ Sign up to my free geopolitics newsletter: https://stationzero.substack.com/This is a conversation with Jeremy Schapiro - the research director of the European Council on Foreign Relations, focused on US foreign policy. We talk about one thing - Trump's war in Iran - one of the biggest US military operations in two past two decades which - the longer it goes on and the more we find out about it - seems to get more and more confusing. We talk about what was the primary reason to start the war and why now and how to make sense of the variety of contradicting reasons that Trump and his team gave on this and about the equally confusing war aims of this operation and whether this is a regime change or not . About whether the U.S. was just following Israel in its decision and if that's the case why, what are the chances of success of this operation and what does success actually mean, or whether Trump will now seek to de-escalate and retreat or whether he will double down - and much more.
The new governor and the General Assembly are wrapping up their first full week by preparing for this weekend's storm. Radio IQ politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
A new administration is settling into the governor's office. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the inauguration of Abigail Spanberger and her first acts as governor.
It's a time of transition at the State Capitol. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Governor Glenn Youngkin will make his final State of the Commonwealth address tonight. Michael Pope and Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss what the outgoing governor's legacy will be.
Glenn Youngkin is heading into the last week of his term as governor, while Abigail Spanberger is putting her administration together. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
On the afternoon of August 23, 2003, Erie, Pennsylvania pizza delivery driver Brian Wells walked into the local branch of the PNC Bank and handed the teller a note warning that he had a bomb and they had fifteen minutes to hand over $250,000 or it would detonate. Unable to access the vault, the teller gave Wells all the cash on hand and he left as the employees triggered the emergency protocol.Fifteen minutes later, Wells was spotted by police and placed under arrest. However, when they went to put handcuffs on the suspects, the officers discovered that Wells did indeed have an explosive device on him—it was strapped to his neck and rigged to explode. Officers cleared the area, but failed to alert the bomb squad in time and the device eventually exploded, killing Wells just three minutes before the bomb squad arrived.The bizarre death of Brian Wells seemed to bring his brief criminal career to an end; yet as investigators began digging into the background of the delivery driver-turned-bank robber, they discovered the plot to rob the PNC Bank was far more elaborate than anyone had imagined. ReferencesAssociated Press. 2003. "Witness also helped in 1977 slaying." Scranton Times, September 25: 5.—. 2003. "Woman charged in roomate's death." The Sentinel (Carlisle, PA), September 23: 2.Dao, James. 2003. "A childlike pizza deliveryman at the center of a puzzling crime." New York Times, September 5: A12.Fuoco, Linda Wilson. 2003. "Robber, co-worker death query." Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, September 1.Fuoco, Michael. 2007. "Feds say collar bomb victim was part of plot." Pitsburgh Post-Gazette, July 12: 1.Lin, Judy. 2003. "Erie bank robber explodes in police custody." Citizens' Voice (Wilkes-Barre, PA), August 31: 5.—. 2003. "Bomb-case probers urge patience." Patriot-News (Harrisburg, PA), September 5: B5.—. 2003. "Man may have been forced to rob Erie bank." The Daily Item (Sunbury, PA), August 31: 3.Mandak, Joe. 2011. "Woman gets life plus 30 in collar-bomb death." Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, March 1: 1.Nephin, Dan. 2003. "Woman acquitted of boyfriend's death 15 years ago charges with killing another." The Morning Call (Allentown, PA), September 23: 14.Schapiro, Rich. 2011. "Collar bomb." Wired, Janaury.Times-Tribune. 2005. "Woman pleads guilty in killing." Times-Tribune (Scranton, PA), January 9: 2.United States of America v. Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong. 2009. 1:07-cr-26-SJM (United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, September 8).United States of America v. Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong. 2012. 11-1601 (United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, September 25).Wire News Service. 2003. "Neighbors say bank robber led quiet life." Patriot-News (Harrisburg, PA), September 4: B3. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We wrap up some political loose ends from 2025 while setting the stage for a new administration in 2026. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
The year is coming to a close, but the last full week of 2025 has had quite a bit of activity in state politics and government. Michael Pope and Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss.
Virginia's outgoing governor has one more chance to cement his legacy—a budget. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger is piecing together her cabinet before her inauguration next month. Michael Pope and Radio IQ politics analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss that and more in state politics and government.
#244 Sicha – Yud Tes Kislev & Parshas VayeishevTHIS WEEK'S SPONSORS: ✨ Anonymous – in honor of Chanukah light, miracles, blessings & Geulah now!
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger's cabinet is coming into focus. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Today on Yud Daled Kislev, our Sicha learning is sponsored by:~ Shaina Zirkind in honor of her birthday with thanks to Etty & Mrs. Schapiro for making weekly sichos happen! Shnas Bracha V'hatzlacha!~A listener in honor of an aliyas neshama of Yuriy Yidel Ehuda ben Dovid whose yahrtzeit was on 12 Kislev~Yehudis Cohen – Lilui Nishmas her mother Leah Sheva bas Shlomo on her first yahrtzeit today, Yud Daled Kislev.~Mendel & Rivky Sirota in honor of Yud Daled Kislev, honoring the Rebbe & Rebbetzin's anniversary and Lilui Nishmas R' Reuven ben Mordechai Sirota whose yahrtzeit is coming up on 18th Kislev.
As we close the books on November, Governor Glenn Youngkin is moving into the final weeks of his term. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope look ahead to the next General Assembly session.
Abigail Spanberger isn't governor yet, but she's wasting no time on the gubernatorial transition. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – Radio IQ Politics Analyst – discuss that and the week that was in state politics and government.
Photographer Steve Schapiro was often at the scene. Schapiro photographed historical Civil Rights marches, public figures like Muhammad Ali, David Bowie, and Robert Kennedy, and was also called to photograph films like "Taxi Driver" and "The Godfather." Before Schapiro died in 2022 at the age of 88, he sat down for interviews to reflect on his life and career. The result of those interviews is a new documentary, "Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere," in theaters November 14th and showing for a week at DCTV's Firehouse Cinema. Director Maura Smith, who also happens to be Schapiro's wife, reflects on her husbands legacy with the camera.
Endings and beginnings highlighted the political talk over the past few days. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Now that the election is over, what lies ahead for Abigail Spanberger and Glenn Youngkin? Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap an eventful week in politics and state government.
It was a very good night for Virginia Democrats in last night's elections. Michael Pope and Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss the results.
No election in 2025 has been more impacted by the Trump presidency than the elections in Virginia. This state doesn't vote for MAGA candidates anymore, but their nominee for governor, Winsome Earle-Sears, isn't really campaigning like that. So one of Sarah's favorite Democrats, Abigail Spanberger, looks poised for a solid win on Election Day. Meanwhile in the Attorney General race, the Republican incumbent, Jason Miyares could pull off an unexpected comeback, so we talked to voters who are splitting their tickets between Spanberger and Miyares. Former Richmond Times-Dispatch columnist and University of Virginia Center for Politics scholar Jeff Schapiro joins the show to put this year's election in the context of Virginia's broad political evolution. Show notes: Jeff Schapiro in Crystal Ball: The Virginia Elections: Plenty of Late Drama, Although Not at the Top of the Ticket
There's been no shortage of news coming from the capitol in the last few days. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
In this powerful and heartfelt episode, host Shemaiah Reed sits down with Chad and Erica Schapiro, a dynamic couple whose ministry and marriage journey are rooted in faith, leadership, and service.Chad Schapiro, Director of the Pastor Strong Initiative with Texas Baptists, brings over two decades of business leadership experience and a deep passion for equipping pastors and churches. Having planted two churches and served with the San Antonio Baptist Association, Chad now focuses on strengthening ministry leaders across Texas while completing his Doctor of Ministry degree with a focus on marriage.Joining him is his wife, Dr. Erica Schapiro, whose extensive background in counseling youth and families adds profound insight to their shared mission. With a Doctor of Ministry in Counseling and years of experience across foster care, family services, and private practice, Erica provides wisdom and perspective that bridges both faith and psychology.Together, Chad and Erica share their story of calling, partnership, and purpose—offering encouragement to couples, leaders, and anyone striving to build strong relationships rooted in God's design.http://facebook.com/pastorstrongtxhttp://facebook.com/connectmarriageministryhttps://marriage.getconnected.church/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Thank you for tuning in to I Am Refocused Radio. For more inspiring conversations, visit IAmRefocusedRadio.com and stay connected with our community.Don't miss new episodes—subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedRadio
There have been plenty of October Surprises in this campaign season. Now the latest surprise is about redistricting. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Democrat Jay Jones and Republican Jason Miyares met for a debate in the race for attorney general last night. Michael Pope and Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro were there and discuss the unusually anticipated debate and the week that was in state politics and government.
One high-stakes debate down, another to go. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Are federal issues making an impression on Virginia voters? Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
While the 2025 campaign is heading into the final weeks, some are already looking to 2026. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Virginians will weigh in on statewide offices this fall – as early voting for the November elections gets underway. Michael Pope and Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss that and the week that was in state politics and government.
The murder of Charlie Kirk shocked the nation and Virginia. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
With the fall campaigns kicking into high gear, with national issues playing big roles on the race for governor. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
As summer winds down, political ads on TV are revving up. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael recap the week in politics and state government.
Debates between candidates have long been a feature of America's political campaigns. But getting candidates to agree to them has become increasingly difficult. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope discuss the impact of that trend on Virginia's race for governor.
Virginia's bottom line and the speeding-up race to November's election are making headlines. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Redistricting is back in the news, just a few years after Virginia completed the process. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
A judge made his decision, but that doesn't mean the state's college leadership controversy is going away anytime soon. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Change has been a theme in political news over the past few days. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Another Virginia university is in the crosshairs of the Trump administration. Michael Pope and Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss that and the week that was in state politics and government.
Trump administration policies are playing out on the other side of the Potomac and across Virginia. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
How are memories represented in the brain and how can we model this?Professor Anna Schapiro from University of Pennsylvania as we discuss her work on computational modelling of sleep and memory. In this episode, we discuss several kinds of Neural Network models as well as diving into the history of Jay McClleland's Complementary Learning Systems theory and Anna's recent work on combining neural network modeling with EEG. Find out more about Anna Schapiro and her research group here.Links to articles discussed in this episode:Why there are Complementary Learning Systems in the hippocampus and neocortex[Replace with correct Norman 2005 paper]Self-recovery of memory via generative replayA unifying account of reply as context-driven memory reactivationHost: Penny LewisEditor: Sophie SmithCheck out our NaPS website to find out more about our team, our research and events. This recording is the property of the Sleep Science Podcast and not for resale.