Chinuch Today Podcast

Chinuch Today Podcast

Featuring Tools for Schools - A Fascinating Look at Innovative Programs and the People Behind Them. The host Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield Ed.D. is the Head of School of the rapidly growing Yeshiva Torat Emet in Houston Texas. He has previously served as a mesivta rebbe, assistant menahel, school counselor and adjunct professor at Johns Hopkin University. In addition, he has written on chinuch topics for national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founder of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.

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December 24, 2025 60 mins

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SANDRA NAGY, Managing Director at Future Design School is a seasoned strategist and innovation leader with 25+ years of experience driving organizational transformation. A trusted partner to school leaders worldwide, she has designed and delivered impactful learning experiences for thousands of educators and employees. Nagy leads the Education Practice at Future Design School, forging strong academic partnerships...

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In this episode, we speak with Mrs. Shani Weissman from The Kriah Spot. The Kriah Spot is a super innovative and incredible program that uses animated videos to review Kriah rules with students. We hear how she started with a crash course geared toward educators and parents, and how The Kriah Spot quickly grew to include animated videos, activity workbooks, and a homework book.

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From the makers of The Circle comes a new way to think about learning itself. In this episode, we explore how Cleverest Learning is transforming classrooms across the country by bringing excitement, energy, and genuine curiosity back into education.

Cleverest Learning goes far beyond the traditional workbook model. Their fully developed, high-level curriculum turns lessons into interactive, dynamic experiences th...

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November 18, 2025 5 mins

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In this brief yet heartfelt episode, a devoted talmid reflects on the enduring lessons he carries from his rebbi, Rabbi Ezra D. Neuberger zt”l. With warmth and authenticity, he recalls the quiet power of Rabbi Neuberger’s legacy and the deep care he showed for each talmid’s growth.

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What is life really like for a bochur in a mainstream yeshiva today? In this unique episode, we sit down with seven yeshiva boys to hear directly from them about their daily routines, challenges, inspirations, and dreams. With honesty and humor, they share what it means to balance long hours of learning, friendships, and personal growth, offering a rare and authentic window into the world of the modern-day Beis M...

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September 16, 2025 34 mins

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Here is a recording of the shloshim event that took place in Houston, Texas on September 15, 2025. The speakers were Rabbi Yehoshua Wender, (Morah D’asrah), Rabbi Dovid Gewirtz (grandson), Rabbi Eliezer Gewirtz (grandson), and Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield (talmid).

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September 3, 2025 58 mins

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Unpacked for Educators helps teachers bring the Jewish story to life. Their digital resources explore history, big ideas, and debates in a way that’s engaging, nuanced, and relevant for today’s students. Used by educators around the world, the content is easy to integrate, works for students ages 10 and up, and has been proven to deepen knowledge and connection to Judaism and Israel. Find out more at https://unpa...

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August 20, 2025 42 mins

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Rabbi Berel Wein, zt”l, was a deeply meaningful influence in my life and in the broader Jewish community. During this week of mourning following his petirah, I am sharing this interview with him from Season One in his memory. More reflections to follow, iy”H.

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July 1, 2025 17 mins

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Here is a rebroadcast of an interview with the legendary Nachon Segal from 7.1.25.

When They Were Young brings you amazing stories of gedolim as children—along with pictures, sidebars, fun facts, and life lessons you can actually use. With interesting pictures of gedolim as children, great stories, and inspiring ideas to make your life (and you!) better, you’re going to love reading about the gedolim, When They W...

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Here is a recording of the Houston book launch that took place at Yeshiva Toras Emes on June 17, 2025.

When They Were Young brings you amazing stories of gedolim as children—along with pictures, sidebars, fun facts, and life lessons you can actually use. With interesting pictures of gedolim as children, great stories, and inspiring ideas to make your life (and you!) better, you’re going to love reading about the ...

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Guest host Chaim Garfield interviews Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield about his new book When They Were Young.

When They Were Young brings you amazing stories of gedolim as children—along with pictures, sidebars, fun facts, and life lessons you can actually use. With interesting pictures of gedolim as children, great stories, and inspiring ideas to make your life (and you!) better, you’re going to love reading about the...

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May 28, 2025 48 mins

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Torah Live is an educational Torah organization founded by Rabbi Dan Roth that combines interactive multimedia presentations with live lecturers to teach Jewish law, philosophy, and ethics. Torah Live presents to diverse audiences from Ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students to secular Jewish businessmen in both kiruv and standard Orthodox settings. 

Please use this link for a special coupon www.torahlive.com/chinuch-pod...

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Rabbi Simcha Dessler to reflect on the remarkable legacy of his father, Rabbi Nachum Zev Dessler zt”l, his grandfather Rabbi Eliyahu Eliezer Dessler zt”l, and his great grandfather, Rav Reuven Dessler zt”l. Rabbi Dessler shares personal memories, profound insights, and the values that have shaped generations of Torah leaders. Together, we explore how the ...

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Adir Academy will be the nation’s first Jewish therapeutic day school in U.S. for students with mental health challenges

Therapeutic schools are highly effective at serving students with significant mental health needs, such as anxiety, depression, OCD, emotional dysregulation, and/or a history of suicidal ideation or self-injurious behaviors. For a family already struggling with the pain and fear that comes with...

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Outdoor Leadership Training, was founded and is run by Rabbi Baruch Dovid Greenman and id based in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Israel. OLT empowers children by teaching essential outdoor skills and fostering memorable experiences, providing every child with opportunities to shine. More information can be found at www.olt.org.il

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Chinuch Today Featuring Tools for Schools A Fascinating Look at Innovative Programs and the People Behind Them.

The host Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield Ed.D. is the Head of School of the rapidly growing Yeshiva Toras Emes in Houston Texas. He has previously served as a mesivta rebbe, assistant menahel, school counselor and adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University. In addition, he has written on chinuch topics for...

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The Jewish Center for Science is dedicated to increasing the personal connection of every Jew to Hashem.  Utilizing current scientific knowledge, we reveal the astounding wisdom and kindness hidden in the world we encounter daily.  Under the guidance and bracha of Gedolei Yisrael, our fun and fascinating science education resources will encourage you to explore the many levels of creation and appreciate the depth...

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Reyus is a groundbreaking anti-bullying organization developed by Rabbi Yaakov Boruch Beren and Rabbi Ezra Baldinger. Reyus is a combination of two organizations —Camp Chaverim and Buildup. Camp Chaverim is an incredible boys sleep away camp going on its 10th summer Baruch Hashem, focused on creating the highest possible level of middos bein adam lachaveiro. A big part of the success of Camp Chaverim was due to t...

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Rabbi Zechariah Greenwald is a highly respected educator, mentor, and author known for his profound insights into personal growth, spiritual development, and education. He is the founder and dean of Me’ohr Bais Yaakov Seminary, where he has inspired countless students with his warm, engaging teaching style and deep understanding of Torah values Rabbi Greenwald is also the author of the widely acclaimed book, "Lif...

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