Parsha Pick-Me-Up

by Yitzchak Sprung

Take a few minutes to study the parsha with Rabbi Sprung on Thursdays from Bereshit to V'Zot Habracha. Find the Parsha Pick-Me-Up on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 3

  • Rebroadcast: Tzav: Earning a Place in this World

    Rebroadcast: Tzav: Earning a Place in this World

    Do we need to earn our place in this world? We find ourselves here, and no one asked us whether we were interested. Yet, once we are here, God makes demands of us. Our parasha contains the beginning of a meditation on this issue.

  • Vayikra: The Language of Divine Invitation

    Vayikra: The Language of Divine Invitation

    Discover the deeper meaning behind Hashem’s call to Moshe and how it offers a powerful lesson in affection, equality, and the way we relate to one another."

  • Pikudei: Why Did Moses Bless the People at the Wrong Time?

    Pikudei: Why Did Moses Bless the People at the Wrong Time?

    In this week's episode of Parsha Pick-Me-Up, we explore the surprising moment when Moses blesses the people after their painstaking work on the Tabernacle. Why is the blessing given at such an unexpected time? Join us for a thought-provoking insight into the power of finishing what we start and the true essence of success. Tune in for a quick, meaningful reflection on the Parsha that will inspire you to push through to the finish line.

  • Every Thread Counts: The Power of Presence in Building Community

    Every Thread Counts: The Power of Presence in Building Community

    In this week’s Parsha Pick-Me-Up, we dive into a powerful question: Did everyone donate to the Tabernacle? The answer might surprise you – and it holds a message we all need to hear. It’s not just about the donations; it’s about presence, purpose, and the reminder that we all matter in building a stronger community. Don’t miss out on this insightful episode – because we need you. Tune in now and find out why!

  • Ki Tisa: "Why Do I Need You?'

    Ki Tisa: "Why Do I Need You?'

    God asks Moses, "Why do I need you?" An intimidating question. Why, indeed, are we important? What are we good for? Looking in this week's Parsha, the Sages tell us how to answer.