Chinuch Today Podcast

4.4 A Window into Our Amazing Yeshiva System

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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 Medrash bochur.
 
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠
 

4.3 Harav Berel Wein ZTL Shloshim

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠
 

4.2 Sarah Gordon - Unpacked for Educators

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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://unpacked.education/
 
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠

4.1 HaRav Berel Wein ZTL- Rerelease

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠

3.21 Summer Special - JM in the AM

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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 Were Young.
For sale now through Artscroll and Amazon
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠

3.20 Book Launch - When They Were Young

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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 gedolim, When They Were Young.
For sale now through Artscroll and Amazon
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠

3.19 Host Chaim Garfield - When They Were Young

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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 gedolim, When They Were Young.
For sale now through Artscroll and Amazon
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠

3.18 Rabbi Dan Roth - Torah Live

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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-podcast or to explore the website www.torahlive.com
 
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠

3.17 Rabbi Simcha Dessler - The Dessler Chinuch Legacy

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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 Dessler family’s deep commitment to mussar and chinuch continues to influence Jewish education — from the hallowed halls of the Gateshead Yeshiva to the thriving Torah institutions of Cleveland and beyond. Listeners will gain a unique perspective on what it means to build a legacy rooted in ruchniyus, love for every talmid, and an unwavering dedication to Klal Yisrael.
 
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠

3.16 Rabbi Dr. Rothwachs and Dr. Eliason - Adir Academy

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
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 helping their child through a mental health crisis, the lack of a Jewish educational option for their child compounds the family’s suffering. For the child, the message that the Jewish community has no place for them can be devastating and have lifelong impacts.Click here to learn more about how Adir Academy, a Jewish therapeutic high school in New York City, will help these children and their families. For more information contact info@adiracademy.org.
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
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 national publications, educational journals, and has presented multiple workshops. He is the founding director of the Yeshiva Leadership Group which provides networking and growth opportunities to Yeshiva school leadership.
For more information or to suggest a guest, please email  ⁠chinuchtodaypodcast@gmail.com⁠