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Various stories of the Rebbe's focus on every individual Yid
In this episode of the Meaningful People Podcast, Nachi Gordon sits down with Rabbi Shmuel Diamond for an unforgettable conversation about one of the most dramatic transformations you'll ever hear. Rabbi Diamond grew up completely secular in North London, in a world where the very idea of God was treated as ridiculous, and didn't learn the Aleph Beis until he was 21. He takes us back through his years of searching, traveling through India, chasing photography, and sinking deeper and deeper into drugs, until he hit a point so low he knew something had to change. Then came the small, almost absurd moment in a Manchester shop that he still points to as the night his teshuva truly began. From there, the conversation follows his climb back, his move to Israel, and his journey to becoming religious. Rabbi Diamond shares how discovering Rabbi Manis Friedman's teachings on Tanya completely changed his approach to Yiddishkeit, taking him from a Yid who looked the part to someone who finally felt genuinely connected. He also shares the story behind his "Journey to a Blessed Life" course, which is helping thousands rebuild their relationship with themselves, with others, and with Hashem. This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ► PZ Deals Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp _________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushkapp.cc/meaningful _________________ ► EL AL From the Hebrew announcements to the Israeli atmosphere onboard, flying EL AL feels like Israel before you even land. With nonstop flights to Israel and Jewish comfort from takeoff to landing, there's nothing like hearing: "ברוכים הבאים לישראל." Book your next flight with EL AL: https://www.elal.com/eng/usa?utm_source=meaningful&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=gcny_incoming_usa&cid=s:el%7Cm:what%7Ccp:gcny%7Cct:incoming%7Cau:usa _________________ ► Ness Vacation Homes EDEN GARDENS' LARGEST LUXURY HOME COLLECTION Handpicked, high-end homes available exclusively through Ness. OPTIONAL PROGRAM-LEVEL PESACH EXPERIENCE Upgrade your stay with a complete A–Z Pesach setup, including kitchen preparation, catered meals, and fully arranged details by Glatt Gourmet. https://nessvacationhomes.com/ _________________ ► Gutnick Chumash The Chumash that brings Rashi to life, weaving his explanations into the text with the Rebbe's approach. A favorite in homes, shuls, schools, and Chabad Houses worldwide. Synagogue Edition now 45% off, just $49.50 through June 19. Visit KolMenachem.com or call 718-951-6328 _________________ ► UJA UJA is at the center of Long Island's Jewish community with the shared purpose of strengthening our Jewish future. https://ujafedny.org/five-towns _________________ ► Rothenberg Law Firm Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation https://shorturl.at/JFKHH _________________ ► Town Appliance Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes your calls. Janice Hisle of E-Poch Times discusses fraud. New Hamilton County GOP Chair Josh Gerth talks with Mike. Yid gives the Reds report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes your calls. Janice Hisle of E-Poch Times discusses fraud. New Hamilton County GOP Chair Josh Gerth talks with Mike. Yid gives the Reds report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yud-Ches Sivan (18:28)
Yud-Zayin Sivan (19:12)
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes your calls. Todd Zinger, retired US Inspector General, discusses fraud in Cincinnati. Christopher Smitherman joins the show. Yid gives the Reds Report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes your phone calls. Professor Scott Gerber discusses his book. Kevin Burton breaks down the Kentucky primary results and more. Yid gives the Reds Report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dan Carroll fills in for Mike Allen. Andrew Harding, Heritage Foundation, calls the show. Greg Rabidoux, filmmaker, talks a little about film and politics. Steve Oldfield discusses the NKY Republican Congressional race and more. Jim Pfaff, Conservative Caucus, talks about the latest political news with Dan. Yid does the Reds Report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes phone calls. Janice Hisle, E-Pock Times, breaks down the latest fraud committed by immigrants. Christopher Smitherman discusses the murder at Fountain Square last night. James Bogan details the ongoing Brandon Sorsby gambling case. Yid gives the Reds Report.
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes phone calls. Janice Hisle, E-Pock Times, breaks down the latest fraud committed by immigrants. Christopher Smitherman discusses the murder at Fountain Square last night. James Bogan details the ongoing Brandon Sorsby gambling case. Yid gives the Reds Report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yud-Zayin Iyar - Erev Lag B'omer (22:14)
Mike Allen rants about the latest local and national news. Christopher Smitherman discusses the city of Cincinnati's leadership. Seth Barron, author of Weaponized, discusses the harm caused by the progressive agenda. Yid does the Reds Report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Allen rants about the latest local and national news. Christopher Smitherman discusses the city of Cincinnati's leadership. Seth Barron, author of Weaponized, discusses the harm caused by the progressive agenda. Yid does the Reds Report.
Reb Nachman teaches that the yetzer hara is the "old, foolish king" who has thousands of years of practice waiting for our moments of inspiration — and Hashem's answer is Sefiras HaOmer: forty-nine days of counting our victories, including the days we fell.In this shiur we walk through:How Hashem pulled Klal Yisrael out of Mitzrayim shelo k'seder — straight from the 49th level of tumah to seeing the Eibershter at Krias Yam Suf — on the strength of pure emunah in the tzaddik.Tonight's sefirah, Yesod sheb'Netzach: the foundation of everlasting victories. Netzach = gematria 148 = Nachman. "Nitzachti v'anatzayach."Why a fall day still counts as a sober day — and what it means to be "an expert in climbing and an expert in falling."Reb Nosson's reading of Lag BaOmer: gal spelled backwards is lag. The Gal Ed between Yaakov and Lavan haRami is the wall we build after thirty-three days of victories — the wall between us and the inner Lavan who whispers, "It's okay, it's okay."Reb Shimon bar Yochai's promise: pnimiyus haTorah will save Klal Yisrael. The mitzvos aren't six hundred and thirteen rules — they are eitzos, six hundred and thirteen pieces of advice, the soul of the Torah.And Reb Shimon's gift: even if you didn't count a single day, start now. Seventeen days remain — and tov = 17.A shiur about victories, falls, the mountain we build at Lag BaOmer, and the tzaddik who sees the pintele Yid in every Jew.#LagBaOmer #SefirasHaOmer #RebNachman #RebShimonBarYochai #Breslov #PnimiyusHaTorah
Lag B'Omer - The Beauty of a Yid
Acharei Mos - Seeing Beneath a Yid's Surface
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes your calls. Russ Mock discusses the Republican Ohio races and his upcoming retirement. Ken Kober gives the latest Cincinnati Police Chief updates. Yid gives the Reds Report.
Mike Allen rants about the latest news and takes your calls. Russ Mock discusses the Republican Ohio races and his upcoming retirement. Ken Kober gives the latest Cincinnati Police Chief updates. Yid gives the Reds Report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Allen takes your calls and talks with Christopher Smitherman on local politics. Mike also talks with attorney Steve Goodin. Yid also updates us on the latest with the Reds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After losing his 2-year-old son, he fell into deep depression, addiction, and nearly lost his life. This powerful story explores grief, faith, questioning religion, and the journey from Christianity to Judaism. Today, Rabbi Gavriel Glenny lives in Israel studying Torah all day... but here's the truth why he left a life of being a pastor to become a Yid.✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬► Wheels To Lease: #1 Car Company For over 35 years, Wheels To Lease has offered stress-free car buying with upfront pricing, no hidden fees, and door-to-door delivery. → CALL/TEXT: 718-871-8715 → EMAIL: inspire@wheelstolease.com → WEB: https://bit.ly/41lnzYU → WHATSAPP: https://wa.link/0w46ce ► BitBean: Smart Custom Software Built for YouYaakov here. Just make the call. They can help you.Reach Out Here→ https://bitbean.link/MeEBlY► Zahler: The Go To Supplement PlaceYaakov's wife said "I love Zahler. They are the best".Take 15% OFF any Zahler product with code: INSPIRE→ https://bit.ly/3M3CtPI►This Year be Koneh Sefiras HaOmer!49 Gates available at Judaica stores worldwide or directly HERE:→ https://tinyurl.com/Sefer49Gates_____________________________________✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬ This episode is in memory of: • Miram Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima #iftn Lchaim.