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Yada Yada Yiddish

Yada Yada Yiddish

Written by: Menachem Lehrfield
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 Yada Yada Yiddish: Jewish Lessons from Seinfeld

This is a show about nothing and yet in that nothing we find almost everything. Similiarly, the Jewish wisdom teaches, "Turn it, turn it, for everything is in it (the Torah)." Dive into the world of Seinfeld through a Jewish lens! Join us as we explore the timeless humor and everyday mishaps of Jerry and his friends, uncovering profound Jewish themes and life lessons hidden in each episode. We connect the dots between sitcom hilarity and Jewish wisdom. Tune in for laughs, insights, and a fresh perspective on your favorite show!

Send comments to yada@lehrfield.comCopyright Menachem Lehrfield Judaism Spirituality
Episodes
  • Seinfeld’s "The Strike" – The Power of Gratitude

    Seinfeld’s "The Strike" – The Power of Gratitude
    Apr 9 2025
    Ready to transform your mindset with the power of gratitude? Watch now to see how starting your day with thankfulness instead of phone scrolling can make you 25% happier, according to scientific studies!

    Welcome to Yada Yada Yiddish, where Seinfeld unexpectedly meets Jewish wisdom. In this episode, we explore "The Strike" (aka the Festivus episode) and contrast Frank Costanza's "airing of grievances" with Judaism's profound emphasis on gratitude. Just as Moses wouldn't strike the water that once saved him, we'll unpack how expressing specific gratitude transforms our relationships, reduces stress hormones by 23%, and makes us more generous. You'll discover the powerful Alpha State morning technique and why ancient Jewish wisdom places gratitude at the center of morning practice. We find deep spiritual lessons hiding in plain sight, from bagels to Festivus poles.

    Do you have ideas or want to be featured in a future episode?
    Contact me at Yada@lehrfield.com.

    I’d love to hear your thoughts!

    Tune in, laugh, and learn how to balance humor with deep spiritual growth.

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    30 mins
  • Seinfeld's "The Andrea Doria" - From "Why Me?" to Gratitude

    Seinfeld's "The Andrea Doria" - From "Why Me?" to Gratitude
    Mar 12 2025
    Welcome to Yada Yada Yiddish, the podcast where Seinfeld unexpectedly meets Jewish wisdom. 🎙️

    In this special Purim episode, we explore Season 8's "The Andrea Doria," where George competes with a shipwreck survivor for an apartment, claiming his trivial hardships deserve more sympathy. This provides the perfect backdrop for my conversation with special guest Brad Licht, who shares his remarkable journey through serious health challenges from a cancer diagnosis to multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery. Unlike George's victim mentality, Brad's story reveals how suffering can transform into gratitude, purpose, and spiritual growth.

    Join us as we discuss turning the question "Why me?" into an opportunity for thanksgiving, the importance of community support, and finding Jewish wisdom in unexpected places. Brad's powerful testimony of post-traumatic growth offers timely insights for Purim, a holiday that teaches us to recognize the hidden blessings in our own life stories.

    Reach out to Brad: brad@lichtrealty.com

    Do you have ideas or want to be featured in a future episode?
    Contact me at Yada@lehrfield.com.

    I’d love to hear your thoughts!

    Tune in, laugh, and learn how to balance humor with deep spiritual growth.

    🌟🌟 Follow us for more:
    Website - https://www.joidenver.com
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    54 mins
  • Seinfeld's 'The Soup Nazi' - Beyond Rules: Finding Kindness and Perspective in Chaos

    Seinfeld's 'The Soup Nazi' - Beyond Rules: Finding Kindness and Perspective in Chaos
    Feb 12 2025
    Welcome to Yada Yada Yiddish, the podcast where Seinfeld meets Jewish wisdom in unexpected ways.🎙️

    In this fascinating episode, we dive into one of the most iconic Seinfeld episodes - "The Soup Nazi." Through a Jewish lens, we explore how arbitrary rules, misplaced priorities, and our perception of others reveal profound truths about human nature. From Jerry's soup-over-love dilemma to Kramer's unique ability to see the good in everyone, this episode unpacks how Torah Judaism views rules not as arbitrary restrictions, but as meaningful instructions for living. We examine how gossip (lashon hara) spreads throughout the episode, the value of self-control when facing temptation, and the true nature of kindness (chesed) regardless of the recipient.

    Join me as we discover how this comedy classic offers surprising insights into Jewish values - reminding us to align our actions with our true priorities and to look for common ground with those who seem different. Whether you're a Seinfeld fan or seeking spiritual wisdom, you'll find something delicious in this episode that's about much more than soup.

    Do you have ideas or want to be featured in a future episode?
    Contact me at Yada@lehrfield.com.

    I’d love to hear your thoughts!

    Tune in, laugh, and learn how to balance humor with deep spiritual growth.

    🌟🌟 Follow us for more:
    Website - https://www.joidenver.com
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joidenver
    Facebook Page URL - http://www.facebook.com/JOIdenver
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    54 mins
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