Among Chassidim

Epizodes

• Ep. 53: The Last Sicha The Rebbe Edited L’eis Ato with Rabbi Avrohom Mann 21.06.2026 1h 47min

  In this episode, Rabbi Avrohom Mann, mashpia at the Toronto Yeshiva, shares how his father became connected to the Rebbe, and his own personal connection after arriving from Yerushalayim as a young bochur. He reflects on what it was like to live from week to week, drawing inspiration and direction from the Rebbe’s farbrengens.In a fascinating and heartfelt Farbrengen, Rabbi Mann highlights a number of practical horaos we can take from the Rebbe, each illustrated through personal experiences and firsthand moments he witnessed with the Rebbe himself.
• Ep. 52: When I Discovered the Reality That Was Always There with Rabbi Simon Jacobson 14.06.2026 2h 46min

  In this episode, which took place at the New York–New England Regional Kinus Hashluchim, Rabbi Simon Jacobson shares the story about his grandfather’s connection to Lubavitch through the Rebbe Rashab, his father Rabbi Gershon Ber Jacobson’s work with the Rebbe and the founding of the Algemeiner Journal, and his own years by the Rebbe as a chozer.Rabbi Jacobson reflects on growing up in Crown Heights, discovering Chassidus as a living force, and the unique responsibility of reviewing and recording the Rebbe’s farbrengens. A fascinating conversation about journalism, chazara, 770, the Rebbe’s vision for the world, and the urgency of Moshiach.
• Ep. 51: Why Rabbi Hodakov Woke Me Up In Middle Of The Night with Rabbi Zalman Lipsker 07.06.2026 2h 7min

  In this episode, Rabbi Zalman Lipsker, Shliach in Philadelphia, shares his remarkable journey from his childhood in Kutaisi, Georgia, and the rich history of the Lipsker family. He recounts learning in secret chadorim under the watchful eye of the KGB, experiencing the dramatic escape of Lubavitcher Chassidim from the Soviet Union, and spending time in a DP camp surrounded by Chassidim. He also describes the early years of Lubavitch life in Eretz Yisroel before eventually arriving by the Rebbe in the late 1950s.Rabbi Lipsker vividly recalls the unique privilege of being a bochur by the Rebbe during the late Yud and early Chof years, including the Rebbe teaching niggunim, receiving special shlichus'n, and more. He also shares inspiring stories from his decades of shlichus in Philadelphia, particularly in bringing countless Yidden to the Rebbe by Sunday dollars.Filled with warmth and passion, this inspiring conversation offers a rare window into the lives of Chassidim who were deeply connected to both the Frierdiker Rebbe and the Rebbe with mesirus nefesh and hiskashrus.
• Ep. 50: The Rebbe’s Farbrengens Were Our Life — And Are Accessible Today with Rabbi Zushe Greenberg 31.05.2026 2h 39min

  In this episode, Rabbi Zushe Greenberg, Shliach to Solon, Ohio, shares the powerful story of his father’s mesiras nefesh, including his imprisonment in Siberia and Russian jails, and his unwavering ibergigebinkeit and hiskashrus to the Rebbe—and later in Bnei Brak.He then reflects on and brings listeners into the atmosphere of 770 during his years as a bachur, vividly describing the feeling of standing at the Rebbe’s farbrengens- with special focus on the time of Hei Teves.Throughout the episode, he - offers a unique and personal glimpse into what it meant to be in the Rebbe’s presence, and leaves listeners with inspiration and practical insight into how each of us today can strengthen our own hiskashrus and connection to the Rebbe.
• Ep. 49: What Was The Rebbe’s Childhood Like with Nuchie Schapiro 24.05.2026 2h 19min

  In this episode, Nuchie Schapiro of Los Angeles discusses his newly authored book, Legacy of Resilience, an in-depth exploration of the history of the Schapiro family, including the Rebbe’s melamed, Reb Schneur Zalman Vilenkin.Beyond that, he offers profound insight into the lives of Lubavitcher Chassidim during the era of the Rebbe Rashab and the Frierdiker Rebbe under Soviet communism, the “Great Escape” from Russia, and the Rebbe’s nesius.Link to purchase book: https://a.co/d/0bN8wCtsLink to Reiter family fund: https://charidy.com/reiterfamilyfund
• Ep. 48: The Rebbe’s Kiruv To Me In 1953 with Rabbi Kasriel Kastel 17.05.2026 1h 56min

  In this episode, Rabbi Kasriel Kastel of Crown Heights shares his remarkably rich family history, tracing his parents’ and grandparents’ roots back to the era of the Rebbe Rashab and the earliest Chassidim in America.He reflects on his early years with the The Rebbe beginning in 1953, and his time spent in yeshivah and 770. Rabbi Kastel also discusses his unique work with Lubavitch Youth Organization (Tzach), sharing personal stories, memorable experiences, and special horaos he received from the Rebbe throughout the years.
• Ep. 47: What We Saw Was Only Half The Story with Rabbi Yosef Gopin 10.05.2026 2h 3min

  In this episode, Rabbi Yosef Gopin, Shliach in Hartford, CT, shares his family history, stories and reflections from his years with the Rebbe and his Shlichus. Beyond the facts and events, Rabbi Gopin brings deep emotion and insight into the ruchnius’dike meaning behind those experiences, offering listeners a heartfelt and inspiring farbrengen. Enjoy this meaningful conversation filled with warmth, perspective, and connection.
• Ep. 46: Why The Rebbe Referred To Me As A Mesudar with Rabbi Menachem Gerlitzky 03.05.2026 2h 11min

  In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Gerlitzky of Crown Heights shares the story of his family background—how his parents came to Lubavitch and their connection to the Frierdiker Rebbe and the Rebbe. He reflects on his youth and the various shlichus’n he was involved in, and speaks about the unique role the Rebbe encouraged him to take on in organizing Siyum HaRambam, and how it all unfolded. Along the way, he weaves in meaningful stories and personal experiences.
• Ep. 45:Noteworthy Documents & Correspondences of R' Dovid Raskin Part II with Rabbi Bentzion Pearson 26.04.2026 1h 11min

  In this episode, Rabbi Bentzion Pearson - grandson of Rabbi Dovid Raskin - shares remarkable documents, photos, and correspondence between Tzach and the Rebbe, offering a timeless lesson for us all.
• Ep. 44: Why I Received Over 700 Answers From The Rebbe with Rabbi Berel Levine 19.04.2026 2h 20min

  In this episode, Rabbi Berel Levine, director of the Agudas Chasidei Chabad Library, shares his journey; from his parents’ roots and upbringing in Eretz Yisroel, to coming to the Rebbe, his marriage and kollel years.With his trademark precision, he offers a detailed look at his work for the Rebbe through the library, Kovetz Yagdil Torah, the sefarim case, and his shlichus to Russia, along with a rare glimpse into the hundreds of answers and step-by-step guidance he received from the Rebbe throughout his life.
• Ep. 43: A Yud Aleph Nissan Farbrengen with Rabbi Shais Taub 29.03.2026 2h 5min

  In this episode, Rabbi Shais Taub dives in to the power of truly learning the Rebbe’s approach- not just quoting it, but internalizing it in a way that shapes how we think and live. We explore motivation, the challenges of applying this guidance in real life, and the importance of turning to the Rebbe as a primary source for clarity, connection, and direction.-Visit our sponsor by going to: www.magbis.org/demei-pan
• Ep. 42: When My Father Told Me To Hang Up The Phone Part II with Rabbi Levi Garelik 23.03.2026 2h 51min

  In Part II of this episode, Rabbi Levi Garelik shares personal stories from his youth, the founding of Hoaras Hatmimim in Morristown, and the various shlichus’n he was sent on over the years. He reflects on meaningful and memorable moments with the Rebbe, along with fascinating experiences- from his involvement with the prime minister of Italy, to the sefarim in Russia, and much more.-Visit our sponsor at: www.magbis.org/passover-fund
• Ep. 41: How Does One Transcribe The Rebbe’s Maamar? with Rabbi Dovid Olidort 15.03.2026 1h 32min

  In this episode, Rabbi Dovid Olidort, chief editor at Kehos, shares his journey from growing up in Russia behind the Iron Curtain to coming to yeshiva in New York to be by the Rebbe.He speaks about how he gradually became involved in chazara of the Rebbe’s farbrengens, eventually becoming a maniach- transcribing sichos and eventually all the maamorim. He shares stories of working closely with Reb Yoel Kahan, the process of preserving the Rebbe’s teachings, and much more.
• Ep. 40: My Zaidy, Reb Dovid Raskin with Rabbi Bentzion Pearson 07.03.2026 2h 49min

  In this episode, Rabbi Bentzion Pearson shares about his illustrious grandfather, Reb Dovid Raskin. Over the years, Bentzion has spent a great deal of time researching and organizing his grandfather’s archives, gaining a deeper understanding of his life and his incredible ibergigebenkeit to the Rebbe, which he shared with us. He also speaks about the biographical book he is currently working on, which will tell the story of Reb Dovid’s life and legacy.
• Ep. 39: The Process of Documenting the Rebbe's Words with Rabbi Hirshel Notik 28.02.2026 2h 36min

  In this episode, Reb Hirshel Notik of Crown Heights, who came to the Rebbe from France in 1974 and has devoted his life to transcribing and editing the Rebbe’s talks ever since, takes us behind the scenes of what it takes- and continues to take- to produce the Hanachos of the Rebbe’s Sichos.He shares numerous specific examples, offering an extraordinary deep dive into how this meticulous work was carried out and preserved.הערת העורך:כפי שאפשר לראות הנה ר צ"ה שיחי' נאָטיק מהסס בכמה מקומות, וזאת מפני שלא הי' נוח לו לדבר אודות הדברים בכלל, ובפרט באופן ברור וכו'להלן כמה תיקונים ששלח אלי ר' צ"ה הנ"ל לאחר שהקלטנו אתו את הראיון:בדקה 58: - בהמשך למה שנאמר אודות העתקה ותרגום ללה"ק - הנה בזמן אחר כתב הרבי, וז"ל: "צ"ל תרגום *חפשי* בפועל (ובמילא) נוחה לקרוא. - קראתי רק ב' עמודים ורשמתי חלק מהנכון לשנות, וישתפו עוד מומחה בתרגום לתרגם".בדקה 2:01 - הרב לייבל גראנער המשיך במ"מ למכתבים הכללים (עד כמה שהספיק לו הזמן) גם שלהי שנת תשל"ו ואילךבדקה 2:22 - בקשר ל"חסל סידור פסח כהלכתו", הכוונה למכתב ר"ח ניסן תשמ"ו, שבהערה שם הוסיף הרבי בזה"ל: *סידור* : כן הוא בכל הסידורים וכו', וצע"ג הל' "סידור" ולא סדר, כמו שנדפס "סדר קרבן פסח" וכיו"ב. עכ"ל.בדקה 2:24 - המכתב כללי האחרון, באידיש, שכתב ר"נ מינדל הוא, כמדומני, *י"א ניסן תשמ"ט*, ולא תשמ"ח כפי שאמרתי. כמובן שאת התרגום האנגלי להמכתב כללים המשיך הר"נ מינדל להכין גם אח"כ.בדקה 2:33 - המדובר הוא אודות המברק די"ט כסלו תשנ"ב (ולא חנוכה תשנ"ב).
• Ep. 38: When I Held The Door Open For The Rebbe with Rabbi Berel Levertov 21.02.2026 2h 16min

  In this episode, Rabbi Berel Levertov of Santa Fe, New Mexico, shares memories of his father, Reb Moshe Levertov, and his work helping Jews in Russia through Ezras Achim, and of his mother, Mrs. Brocha Levertov, the devoted “mikvah lady” of Crown Heights who also prepared for and interacted with the Rebbe over the years.Rabbi Levertov also discusses growing up as a yeshiva student in the ’70s and ’80s, his later work with central Chabad organizations including Machane Yisroel’s Development Fund, and the unique moments that gave him close access to the Rebbe.
• Ep. 37: When The Rebbe Explained What the Word ‘Frum’ Means with Rabbi Levi Garelik 14.02.2026 2h 28min

  In this week’s episode, Rabbi Levi Garelik of Crown Heights takes us on a deeply personal journey through his family’s rich history. He shares stories of his grandfathers, Rabbi Posner and Rabbi Garelik, vivid memories of his parents’ upbringing and shlichus in Milan, and powerful encounters that he and his family experienced with the Rebbe.This episode is rich with living history, warmth, and unforgettable stories.
• Ep. 36: I Received a Brocha to Chazer Chassidus Clearly with Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi 07.02.2026 2h 5min

  Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi, mashpia at Central Yeshiva in 770, reflects on his family roots, a rare childhood growing up at the Rebbe’s feet, and the early years of the Rebbe’s nesius. He shares memorable moments from the Chof-Lamed years and the personal guidance he received from the Rebbe on influencing talmidim.
• Ep. 35: It All Started With A Knock On The Rebbetzin's Door with Rabbi Yehuda Clapman 31.01.2026 1h 39min

  In this episode, Rabbi Yehuda Clapman of Crown Heights reflects on his youth and his journey to becoming a Chabad Chossid, and shares beautiful stories of his family’s personal connection with the Rebbetzin- highlighting her remarkable sensitivity and warmth.
• Ep. 34: Every Yid is an Influencer with Rabbi Levi New 24.01.2026 1h 21min

  In this episode, Rabbi Levi New, a Shliach in Montreal, Canada, discusses the unique initiative at his active Chabad House (MTC), L’chaim, which empowers community members to take part in Mivtzoyim.He explores the Rebbe’s vision, that every Yid is a shliach of Yiddishkeit regardless of official title or role, and how this outlook transformed our generation's relationship with Yiddishkeit.