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The Rabbi Kelemen Podcast

by Rabbi Kelemen

Rabbi Kelemen is the founder and Rosh Kollel of the Center for Kehillah Development, a leadership development project devoted to the growth of Jewish communities worldwide. He also created the International Organization of Mussar Vaadim. He has been honored as a visiting scholar at universities and communal organizations around the world. During his decade-long tenure at Neve in Jerusalem, he influenced thousands of students. He is also the author of many journal articles and books, among them: Permission to Believe, Permission to Receive, Planting and Building, and To Kindle a Soul. 

Latest episodes

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The Hidden Cause of Low Self Esteem

Most people who struggle with low self esteem are not comparing themselves to a standard they invented. They absorbed it from everyone around them: there is one ideal, an

Jul 26
1 h 05 min

Israel vs. America: Safety, Happiness, and the Hard Truths

This Q&A tackles a hard question Jews are asking right now: stay in the diaspora… or build a serious plan for Israel.In this conversation, Rabbi Leib Kelemen addresses:-

Jan 19
49 min

When You Feel Triggered or Overwhelmed

We all have moments when something small — a noise, a habit, a comment — triggers strong irritation or anger. But what if those very moments were opportunities for growth

Dec 29 2025
15 min

What to Do When Someone Interrupts You

Have you ever been interrupted mid-sentence — and felt frustrated or deflated? In this powerful clip, Rabbi Leib Kelemen explains what a truly wise person does when inter

Dec 14 2025
18 min

The Secret of Permanent Change: How to Make a Yom Kippur Kabbalah

We’ve spent ten days preparing for Yom Kippur, and now comes the moment of truth: can a person really change—permanently? Most people think it’s impossible. By middle age

Oct 1 2025
1 h 24 min

Rosh Hashanah Insights: Judgment, Mercy & Finding Your Purpose

Prepare for Rosh Hashanah with this inspiring shiur on the deep meaning of the shofar, the Day of Judgment, and your unique mission in the world. We explore three core q

Sep 22 2025
1 h 06 min

Stop Just Saying Selichos — Here’s How to Also Do Them and Find Mercy

What is the real purpose of Selichos? In this powerful shiur, Rabbi Kelemen uncovers the hidden roots of Selichos—going back to the aftermath of the Golden Calf when Hash

Sep 14 2025
25 min

Mussar and Mental Health

Mussar and Mental Health presentation by Rabbi Kelemen. Visit https://www.lawrencekelemen.com/ for more

Apr 2 2025
2 h 59 min

Navigating the Pain of Being Single

Could you discuss the challenges of being a frum single woman in an Orthodox Jewish community? Family holds an incredibly significant place in our lives, and it’s often s

Jan 29 2025
17 min

Torah Perspectives on Healthy Living

What’s the Torah perspective on health and putting in our hishtadlus to take care of our bodies and physical needs? Rabbi Kelemen often emphasizes the importance of getti

Jan 27 2025
14 min

How does one strengthen ratzon or create a new ratzon?

How does one strengthen ratzon or create a new ratzon? Is it through building, planting and praying? I would really appreciate hadracha for this. Rabbi Kelemen answers. L

Feb 19 2024
29 min

Sleep and Becoming Great in Torah

Unlock the secrets to personal growth in Torah and the importance of sleep in our latest podcast. Click here to visit Rabbi Kelemen's website for more free classes.

Jan 22 2024
25 min

Rabbi Kelemen Answering Questions About the War

Rabbi Kelemen answers questions about Israel's war with Hamas.

Oct 19 2023
59 min

Bein HaMetzarim: Weeks of Wrath? or Weeks of Love?

In this thought-provoking video, Rabbi Kelemen dives deep into the period known as Bein HaMetzarim, also known as the Three Weeks, leading up to the solemn day of Tisha B

Jul 3 2023
35 min

Bedtime Battles: Mastering the Art of Putting Kids to Bed

Welcome to "Bedtime Battles: Mastering the Art of Putting Kids to Bed," a captivating video that offers valuable strategies and wisdom for navigating the often challengin

Jun 18 2023
13 min

How to make one's spouse seem more attractive than they really are

"Does the Rabbi have any practical advice for making one's spouse seem more attractive than they really are? Besides for focusing on their good  qualities, how can I make

Feb 22 2023
32 min

A World of Closeness: A Glimpse into the Life of Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe 1914-2005

A brief biography of one of the most influential Mussar leaders of the 20th century. Rabbi Kelemen introduces his listeners to the unique worldview Rabbi Wolbe absorbed f

Oct 31 2022
27 min

Psychiatric Labels: a Torah Approach

Rabbi Kelemen said previously that no one is intrinsically an addict or intrinsically has an anger problem etc. everyone can change. I was brought up with this concept bu

Jun 2 2022
15 min

How does a person handle feeling alone?

How does a person properly handle the unsolicited periods of loneliness that God sends his/her way from time to time?  for more visit www.lawrencekelemen.com

Mar 16 2022
58 min

Practical Teshuva

Rabbi Kelemen goes through the ins and outs of teshuva in a very practical way. Elul is a powerful time for change and personal growth, and we want to help contribute to

Sep 13 2021
20 min

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Rabbi Kelemen I truly appreciate your clear approach on all things Jewish. I count on you for much guidance through messy areas of Halacha and Hashkafa. I would love to hear more from you through this podcast. The world needs more access to your content. Please consider a daily (or even weekly) podcast.

Yehuda D · Nov 2019

I second the person above me…I listen to the above shiurim multiple times as I find each one a gem unto itself. However, there are still many topics to be explored that the inner and outer community would appreciate Rabbi Kelemen to shed light on. Please reconsider adding more shiurim or sharing older ones to be accessible here.

Eric Shmuel · Aug 2023

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