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Jewish Conversations on a Daily Path Toward Wholeness - How Mussar Learning and Practice Impacts Real LivesThis podcast is sponsored by Living Mussar. Opinions and perspectives shared are those of the guests and hosts.

  1. 3D AGO

    Julie D - Every Act Makes a Difference: Meeting this Moment with Mussar

    Every Act Makes a Difference: Meeting This Moment with Mussar What does it mean to meet this moment — not with reactivity, but with presence, purpose, and heart? Join host Michael Kuhne for a rich and timely conversation with Julie Dean, founder and executive director of Living Mussar, as they explore how Mussar offers a steady compass in uncertain times. Through the transformative middot of chesed (lovingkindness), achrayut (responsibility), and ometz lev (courage of the heart), they reflect on how inner work shapes outer impact. In a world that can feel overwhelming, this episode reminds us: every act matters. Every interaction carries the possibility of dignity, repair, and holiness. When we strengthen our middot, we strengthen our communities. Thoughtful, grounding, and deeply relevant, this conversation invites you to respond to today’s challenges with intention, compassion, and courage — and to remember that even small actions can help tip the world toward healing.

    48 min

  2. JAN 29

    Bruce M. - Mussar and Leadership

    Welcome to Living Mussar; Jewish Conversations on a daily path towards wholeness.  In this Episode, join host Michael Kuhne for a conversation with Bruce Matza, a passionate student of Mussar learning and practice. Bruce shares his experiences, reflections,insights and enthusiasm as a leadership consultant and active member of the Jewish community. You’ll also hear how Bruce helped Mussar become a foundation of the Mount Zion annual brotherhood retreat.

    29 min

  3. JAN 14

    Adam G. - Mussar and Words that Matter

    Adam Greenleaf joins Michael Kuhne to discuss his involvement with the Harry Kay Leadership Institute, which led to a more long-term engagement with Mussar. Adam shares his curiosity and love of words and how both contribute to his experience of living mussar.

    40 min

  4. 2025-12-31

    Spirit and Song: Soul Stories

    Welcome to Living Mussar, Jewish Conversations on a Daily Path Towards Wholeness.  In November of 2025, Living Mussar hosted the Spirit and Song event.  This event featured soul stories by four Mussar practitioners as well as music by the Jewish women's acapella group, Shir Harmony.  Please enjoy listening to this very special event.

    26 min

  5. 2025-11-25

    Neil S. Mussar and Music

    Welcome to Living Mussar: Jewish Conversations on a Daily Path Towards Wholeness.  This week Michael talks with Neil Segal about Mussar, patience, listening and grief.  Neil also shares a song that he wrote inspired by Mussar.

    35 min

  6. 2025-10-30

    Abby F. Mussar and Change

    Welcome to Living Mussar, Jewish Conversations on a Daily Path Towards Wholeness.  Today we welcome Abby Fenton who talks about going through a big change and how Mussar has helped her through change and growth.

    43 min

  7. 2025-10-17

    Luke W. - Mussar and Communal Wholeness

    Welcome to Living Mussar, Jewish Conversations on a Daily Path Towards Wholeness.  Today we welcome Luke Weisberg, who discusses how Mussar has helped him to further communal shlemut (wholeness).

    38 min

  8. 2025-08-01

    Episode Three: The Power of Silence, Summer Series

    Ecclesiastes 3:7 עֵ֥ת לַחֲשׁ֖וֹת וְעֵ֥ת לְדַבֵּֽר A time for silence and a time for speaking; The “Life-Giving Power of Silence” launches today as the third installment of our ongoing Power of Speech Summer Series. As the quote from Ecclesiastes above reminds us, alongside the practices of mindful speech and attentive listening, we turn to the balancing middah of Sh’tikah—the essential discipline of cultivating silence and intentional pause in our lives. Dive deeper with our thoughtfully crafted study guide, designed to help you reflect on the sacred role silence plays in spiritual growth. Then, listen to our latest podcast episode, where we engage in a rich conversation about how Sh’tikah nurtures inner balance and deepens our awareness of speech’s power. Join us as we discover together how silence can be a profound life-giving force for connection. THE POWER OF SPEECH, SHTIKAH/SILENCE - STUDY GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_tsqhL7Nd1pDJkDNavEz5x6WfH0Jw8huP2v34zsUXw8/edit?usp=sharing

    50 min
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Jewish Conversations on a Daily Path Toward Wholeness - How Mussar Learning and Practice Impacts Real LivesThis podcast is sponsored by Living Mussar. Opinions and perspectives shared are those of the guests and hosts.

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  • Creator
    Twin Cities Mussar
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Living Mussar
  • Show Website
    Living Mussar