Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

Stories we need to know. Humans we need to hear from. All on the biggest Jewish podcast in the world. Yaakov Langer, host of Inspiration for the Nation, finds real people--heroes--in the middle of big choices, to bring you open conversations of courage, faith, and Jewish wisdom. This is the stuff that rewires how you live your own life. Follow Living Lchaim wherever you listen. Remember, inspiration is everywhere.

  1. R' Ken Spiro: The Best Jewish Response to Christian Hate

    3D AGO

    R' Ken Spiro: The Best Jewish Response to Christian Hate

    Join Rabbi Ken Spiro for a bold, deeply researched conversation on one of the most debated questions in religious history. Why has Judaism never accepted Christianity? Was “Yushka” (Jesus of Nazareth) truly one historical figure, and what do the earliest historical sources actually say about him? Where do core Jewish beliefs fundamentally diverge from Christian theology? And what does the Torah really teach about the identity and role of the Moshiach?In this powerful and eye-opening talk, Rabbi Spiro breaks down the historical record, examines primary sources, addresses widespread misconceptions, and explores the theological foundations that separate Judaism from other faith traditions. From a traditional Jewish perspective, he explains why Jesus does not meet the criteria of the Moshiach and clarifies what Judaism truly expects from the future redeemer. If you care about truth, history, faith, and Jewish identity, this is a discussion you won’t want to miss. → More From Rabbi Spiro: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rabbikenspiro Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Ssh0Z1PBeMkZ8QZdmMmuo Books: https://kenspiro.com/ ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬► The Dream Raffle: Win a $1.2 Million Apartment in JerusalemHelp beautiful causes and also walk away with keys to a gorgeous - fully furnished - apartment in Jerusalem (if you win!)Use PROMO code: INSPIRE for $10 OFF + DOUBLE Tickets→ http://bit.ly/4nUg7gV► Real Deal Accounting: Save Money & Make MoneyReal Deal is offering FREE tax strategy session for a limited time! Yaakov here, they really are amazing. Email → info@realdealaccounting.com Call → 561.270.4850 Website → https://bit.ly/3MDGk6t ► BitBean: Smart Custom Software Built for YouYaakov here. Just make the call. They can help you.Reach Out Here→ https://bitbean.link/MeEBlY► Wheels To Lease: #1 Car CompanyFor over 35 years, Wheels To Lease has offered stress-free car buying with upfront pricing, no hidden fees, and door-to-door delivery.Call today!→ CALL/TEXT: 718-871-8715→ EMAIL: inspire@wheelstolease.com→ WEB: https://bit.ly/41lnzYU→ WHATSAPP: https://wa.link/0w46ce✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬This episode is in memory of:• Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima• Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov MosheHave a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.comLchaim.

    1h 4m
  2. R’ Eliyahu Pereira: From a Life of Nightclubs to Teshuva & Tzfat

    FEB 7

    R’ Eliyahu Pereira: From a Life of Nightclubs to Teshuva & Tzfat

    R’ Eliyahu Pereira tells his story without glossing it over. He describes the environments that shaped him, the faith he struggled with, and the questions that stayed with him. It’s a grounded conversation about emunah and the long road it can take to find your footing. Follow R' Eliyahu's channels here YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliyahupereira IG: https://www.instagram.com/eliyahupereira/Group: https://www.skool.com/gounity/about ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► The Next Big Jewish Neighborhood!Tucson, Arizona is becoming a warm and welcoming home for growing Jewish families. I even have cousins there with my last name, Langer, and after visiting them in 2020, the city left a real impression on me. The sunlight, the mountains, and the calm of the streets have a quiet beauty that feels a bit like Israel.The community is expanding with a new Kollel, a new eiruv, kosher establishments on the way, and an affordable cost of living. Winters are gorgeous and families are moving in because Tucson offers space, warmth, and real growth. There is also a moving bonus for those ready to join. → Rabbi contact: 786-702-0649 → More info: MyJewishTucson.com → Email: visit@tucsontc.org ► Lchaim Book Club: Feldheim Picks of the Month The Layman's Guide to the Laws of Mourning A clear, concise, fully sourced handbook that brings order and clarity to hilchos aveilus. Rabbi Avraham Holzer gathers the key halachos, organizes them in a way anyone can follow, and presents definitive rulings reviewed by Rav Asher Weiss shlita. We should never need it, but if or when we do, this guide is an invaluable resource. BUY HERE → https://feldheim.com/the-layman-s-guide-to-the-laws-of-mourning?&utm_source=Portals&utm_medium=LL&utm_campaign=LL_Podcast_LGTTLOM The Shabbos Squabble Kids love this one. On Mrs. Miller’s Shabbos table, the candlesticks, challah, and Kiddush cups begin arguing about who is the most important. With clever wordplay, vibrant illustrations, and a warm lesson about everyone’s unique value, this book is perfect for children as you bring Shabbos into your home. BUY HERE → https://feldheim.com/the-shabbos-squabble?&utm_source=Portals&utm_medium=LL&utm_campaign=LL_Podcast_TSS The Bamboo Cradle A Feldheim classic. When an American couple adopts a baby girl from China, their journey leads them to uncover their own Jewish roots. This true story is gripping, emotional, and unforgettable. A powerful read you will return to again and again. BUY HERE → https://feldheim.com/the-bamboo-cradle-1?&utm_source=Portals&utm_medium=LL&utm_campaign=LL_Podcast_TBC REMINDER to mention the Last Feldheim book you read for your chance to win all 3 titles above! Just leave it in the comments. ► BitBean: Smart Custom Software Built for You Yaakov here. Just make the call. They can help you. Reach Out Here → https://bitbean.link/MeEBlY ► 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 today! → CALL/TEXT: 718-871-8715 → EMAIL: inspire@wheelstolease.com → WEB: https://bit.ly/41lnzYU → WHATSAPP: https://wa.link/0w46ce ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬ This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com #IFTN Lchaim.

    1h 28m
  3. Lama: The Palestinian Girl Who Escaped Gaza & Truly Wants Peace

    FEB 2

    Lama: The Palestinian Girl Who Escaped Gaza & Truly Wants Peace

    This is our first guest from...Gaza. Meet Lama Dalloul. Lama is a Palestinian woman who lived under Hamas rule and chose to speak out after October 7. She shares what daily life in Gaza was really like, why many Gazans are afraid to criticize Hamas, and what happened after she posted her views on TikTok. She explains the threats she received, the risk of speaking openly, and why she rejects antisemitism and refuses to blame Jewish civilians for the war. She also discusses escaping Gaza, the financial and emotional cost of leaving, and how the conflict impacted her faith, family, and future. This episode focuses on firsthand testimony, free speech in Gaza, Hamas and civilian life, Israel–Gaza realities, and the human cost of war. Lama's Social Media TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lama.dalloul IG: https://www.instagram.com/lamadalloul?igsh=YTVhMGp4MDQxajVy ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► United Refua Healthshare: Spend Less, Save More, Get Care Imagine healthcare that puts you first - and can save you thousands. Enroll here → https://bit.ly/3MD9RN9 → 440-772-0700 → Eli's Kosher Money Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnNaMEumWQg&t=4s ► Hiring4Less: The Smart Way To Grow Your Business Hire a full-time remote employee for only $7 an hour. Get huge talent at a low cost with overseas employees and no lock in contracts. → Call, Text or WhatsApp: 845-682-0990 → Visit: https://hiring4less.com/ → Email: info@hiring4less.com ► Zahler: The Go To Supplement Place What if there was ozempic, but not needles, safer, more tested, Better? Meet Berberine. If you want smart, science-backed support, Zahler is a strong choice. Take 15% OFF any Zahler product with code: INSPIRE → https://bit.ly/3M3CtPI SUBSCRIBE for more! Lchaim. #iftn

    45 min
  4. Nissim Black: The Real Cost of Choosing Torah & Yiddishkeit

    JAN 31

    Nissim Black: The Real Cost of Choosing Torah & Yiddishkeit

    This episode addresses the reaction that followed Nissim Black becoming Jewish. It also follows the discourse around how antisemitism intensified, including controversies involving Kanye West and Candace Owens. It looks at how those conversations spilled into everyday interactions, changing how people spoke, distanced themselves, or made assumptions. The focus is on identity, conversion, social consequences, and the choice to speak plainly rather than retreat or self-censor. Nissim's channels here YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nissimblackofficial/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/04QgfIIHBRS0b6XiY3kYYy ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► The Dream Raffle: Win a $1.2 Million Apartment in Jerusalem Help beautiful causes and also walk away with keys to a gorgeous - fully furnished - apartment in Jerusalem (if you win!) Use PROMO code: INSPIRE for $10 OFF + DOUBLE Tickets → http://bit.ly/4nUg7gV ► United Refua Healthshare: Spend Less, Save More, Get Care Imagine healthcare that puts you first - and can save you thousands. Enroll here → https://bit.ly/3MD9RN9 → 440-772-0700 → Eli's Kosher Money Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnNaMEumWQg&t=4s ► Woodmont College: Smart Future The right way to take your career seriously. More here → https://bit.ly/43Vn8Xs ► 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 today! → CALL/TEXT: 718-871-8715 → EMAIL: inspire@wheelstolease.com → WEB: https://bit.ly/41lnzYU → WHATSAPP: https://wa.link/0w46ce ► Torat Imecha Nach Yomi Siyum Thousands of Jewish women just finished a two year journey through Nach. On February 15, the OU Women’s Initiative is celebrating the completion of the third Nach Yomi cycle in Woodmere, NY. → Details + locations: https://go.ou.org/p7UuxpG ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬ This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com #iftn Lchaim.

    1h 14m
  5. Batyah Furz: How a Filipino Christian with a PhD Left It All to Become an Orthodox Jew

    JAN 24

    Batyah Furz: How a Filipino Christian with a PhD Left It All to Become an Orthodox Jew

    Batyah had everything in her life, a close family, a successful career, and a deep connection to Christianity. Then one day, her pastor stood before the congregation and admitted that everything he had been preaching was false. In that moment, her entire world collapsed. But even in the confusion, she felt certain that God was real. She just needed to find the truth. Her search led her to explore Judaism. It meant walking away from her career and leaving her family behind as she traveled from the Philippines to Israel. She took on a cleaning job, a role that was humbling and incredibly difficult, but she accepted it with a simple thought: if this is what Hashem wants from me right now, I’ll do it. From there, her path only grew stronger. She converted to Orthodox Judaism, married an Israeli man who grew up in a very charedi neighborhood, and today she is a proud Jewish influencer living in the United States. Her journey is raw, brave, and full of faith. Follow Batyah here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewishfilipine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jewishfilipine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HLzv774rd/ ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► United Refua Healthshare: Spend Less, Save More, Get Care Imagine healthcare that puts you first - and can save you thousands. Enroll here → https://bit.ly/3MD9RN9 → 440-772-0700 → Eli's Kosher Money Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnNaMEumWQg&t=4s ► BitBean: Smart Custom Software Built for You Yaakov here. Just make the call. They can help you. Reach Out Here → https://bitbean.link/MeEBlY ► Zahler: The Go To Supplement Place What if there was ozempic, but not needles, safer, more tested, Better? Meet Berberine.If you want smart, science-backed support, Zahler is a strong choice. Take 15% OFF any Zahler product with code: INSPIRE → https://bit.ly/3M3CtPI ► 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 today! → CALL/TEXT: 718-871-8715 → EMAIL: inspire@wheelstolease.com → WEB: https://bit.ly/41lnzYU → WHATSAPP: https://wa.link/0w46ce ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬ This episode is in memory of: ​ Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima​ Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com #iftn Lchaim.

    1h 23m
  6. Omer Wenkert: They Tortured and Starved Me in Gaza - But Hashem Never Left Me

    JAN 17

    Omer Wenkert: They Tortured and Starved Me in Gaza - But Hashem Never Left Me

    Survivor Omer Wenkert recounts his 505-day Hamas captivity, including 197 days in total isolation underground after being kidnapped from the Nova Music Festival on October 7. He endured torture, starvation, and psychological abuse, yet found faith, resilience, and hope in God. His powerful testimony of survival, Jewish identity, and belief in peace despite trauma sheds light on the human cost of terror, mental endurance, and spiritual transformation under unimaginable darkness. More From Omer:→ Donate Here: https://bit.ly/4bC4R5U → Book Him: email michal.parparim@gmail.com ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬► United Refua Healthshare: Spend Less, Save More, Get Care Imagine healthcare that puts you first - and can save you thousands.Enroll here → https://bit.ly/3MD9RN9 → 440-772-0700 → Eli's Kosher Money Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnNaMEumWQg&t=4s ► BitBean: Smart Custom Software Built for YouYaakov here. Just make the call. They can help you.Reach Out Here→ https://bitbean.link/MeEBlY► New Book: One For The Books! Exciting collections of relatable stories about real people and their challenges. A veritable treasure chest of Hashem’s kindnesses and breathtaking hashgachah pratis, these narratives will engage readers and provide chizuk and inspiration. 15% OFF with code INSPIRE → One For The Books: https://bit.ly/4jJXUSt → Another One For The Books:https://bit.ly/4pJ8daH ► Wheels To Lease: #1 Car CompanyFor over 35 years, Wheels To Lease has offered stress-free car buying with upfront pricing, no hidden fees, and door-to-door delivery.Call today!→ CALL/TEXT: 718-871-8715→ EMAIL: inspire@wheelstolease.com→ WEB: https://bit.ly/41lnzYU→ WHATSAPP: https://wa.link/0w46ce ► Woodmont College: Smart Future The right way to take your career seriously. More here → https://bit.ly/43Vn8Xs✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬This episode is in memory of:• Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima• Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov MosheHave a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.comLchaim. #iftn

    1h 19m
  7. R' Eli Stefansky: How I Accidentally Started the Biggest Shiur in the World

    JAN 13

    R' Eli Stefansky: How I Accidentally Started the Biggest Shiur in the World

    Rav Eli Stefansky is a global Torah phenomenon and real-world change maker. A former businessman with no claim to photographic memory, he proves that greatness in Torah is built through consistency, grit, and heart. As the founder of the MDY Daf Yomi program, he has helped tens of thousands of Jews around the world learn Gemara every single day, many for the first time in their lives. Known for his clarity, warmth, humor, and relentless optimism, Rav Eli breaks down complex sugyos into accessible, practical learning that feels achievable. Beyond learning, his impact is deeply human. He motivates people to rebuild discipline, reconnect to Hashem, and take responsibility for their growth. Join His Shiur Here: http://joindafyomi.com/living Join Their Whatsapp: https://bit.ly/49ycJ5F What A Day with Rav Eli: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmFgRhkZgG4 ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► United Refua Healthshare: Spend Less, Save More, Get Care Imagine healthcare that puts you first - and can save you thousands. Enroll here → https://bit.ly/3MD9RN9 → 440-772-0700 → Eli's Kosher Money Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnNaMEumWQg&t=4s ► Rabbi Stark's Sefer This vital, groundbreaking guide is especially designed to meet the unprecedented challenges we face in our generation to the Torah outlook on modesty. The purpose here is to offer a proper and uplifting perspective on the nisayon of Kedushah as it relates to bachurim preparing for marriage. Written with great care and sensitivity, this encouraging roadmap aims to help Yeshiva’leit mature responsibly in order to create lifelong success and happiness in marriage. Buy here:https://bit.ly/3NqNT0e ► Feldheim: Top 3 Books of The Month Looking Into the Sun: A rare window into true Torah greatness. Buy here: https://bit.ly/49hBtR0 Strive for Truth (Michtav Meliyahu): The sefer that changed how generations think. Buy here: https://bit.ly/3YBMYwp Escape! Series – Volume 6: An action packed story of faith and providence Buy here: https://bit.ly/3LxdrZ8 Comment your favorite Feldheim book to enter the giveaway! ► Legacy Tours: The #1 Jewish Adventure An unmatched, five-star Legacy Kosher Tours journey through Argentina that blends deep Jewish history in Buenos Aires, breathtaking natural wonders like Patagonia and Iguazú Falls, a private kosher Gaucho ranch experience, inspiring Torah with Rabbi Mordechai Becher and Rabbi Yaakov Lehrfield, and flawless mehadrin kosher luxury from start to finish. → Call, Text, WhatsApp: 224-735-0015 → Email Legacykosher@aol.com. → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miriamslegacykoshertours/ ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬ This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.comLchaim. #iftn Lchaim.

    1h 25m
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Stories we need to know. Humans we need to hear from. All on the biggest Jewish podcast in the world. Yaakov Langer, host of Inspiration for the Nation, finds real people--heroes--in the middle of big choices, to bring you open conversations of courage, faith, and Jewish wisdom. This is the stuff that rewires how you live your own life. Follow Living Lchaim wherever you listen. Remember, inspiration is everywhere.

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