withHASHEM

About withHASHEM

The withHASHEM Podcast He is not far away. He is within us. Conversations about understanding Hashem, this world, and our relationship within it.

Publisher

Hosted by: Shlomo Robert Reichmann and Rabbi Josh Kaller

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Jul 2026

Latest episode

3 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Nov 2026

   Sacrifice vs. Devotion: What the Akeida Really Teaches About Love

   Did God want Avraham to sacrifice Yitzchak, or was something deeper going on? In this episode of With Hashem, we dig into the Akeida and ask what Avraham was feeling, what Yitzchak was expressing, and what happens when the peak of giving meets the peak of strength.

2. 

   27 Oct 2026

   When to Act and When to Wait: Lessons from Avraham’s Greatest Battle

   Is it manifesting, achieving, or something in between? In this episode of With Hashem, we dig into how destiny is shaped and what Avraham can teach us about the big, consequential decisions we face.

3. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Can AI Be Your Rabbi? Avraham, Idols & the Danger of Outsourcing Responsibility

   Are people turning AI into their rabbi, their guide, even their God? In this episode of the With Hashem podcast, we look at the growing trend of seeking spiritual guidance from AI and ask what it says about us.We explore:Can AI be conscious, or is it a sophisticated recall system?What’s the difference between idol worship and true religion?How Avraham became the first iconoclast, and why it matters todayWhy Lech Lecha is a call to take responsibility, not just follow ordersAre we offloading our accountability and free will to technology?How to use AI as a tool without letting it replace inner work, real relationships, or your rabbi, therapist, and friendsThe “5 Whys” exercise for finding the want underneath the want

4. 

   13 Oct 2026

   From The Clouds To Rain | How We Carry The Loftiness of Succos Into Work of Everyday Life

   What if the things we pray for can either elevate us or hold us back? In this episode, Rabbi Kaller and Shlomo Robert Reichmann explore what it means to transition from the spiritual highs of the High Holidays and Sukkos back into everyday life, and how to carry that inspiration forward. Through powerful Torah insights and personal stories, they discuss the meaning of rain as both blessing and challenge, the relationship between material abundance and spiritual growth, and why the same things that nurture us can sometimes bring out our weeds instead of our seeds. The conversation also explores mindfulness, appreciating the fleeting moments we share with our children, developing a healthier relationship with money and desire, and understanding life's challenges as opportunities to build a deeper relationship with Hashem. The central message: it's not necessarily about what we have or what we want. It's about how we relate to it. Rather than rejecting the physical world, we can learn to engage with it intentionally and transform our everyday lives into opportunities for growth, gratitude, and connection. As we leave the clouds and enter the season of rain, how can we make sure that what comes into our lives becomes a blessing? Welcome to a season of rainmaking.

5. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Harvesting the Good | How Succos Teaches Us to Bring Joy Into Our Lives

   What if Sukkot is the moment we stop judging ourselves and start harvesting the good? Coming out of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, this episode explores Sukkot as a time of joy, integration, gratitude, and relationship. We talk about what it means to leave our baggage behind, recognize the goodness we've created, and bring the lessons of the High Holidays into the reality of everyday life. From the symbolism of the lulav and etrog to the spiritual meaning of Ne'ilah, the Sefirot, and da'at, we explore the movement from transcendence back to earth, and how we can make what we experienced spiritually part of who we actually are. At the heart of the conversation is a simple invitation: don't just reflect on your mistakes. Harvest your wins. Take a moment to remember the good you've done, the people you've helped, the moments you've shown up, and the ways you've grown. Sit with those memories. Let yourself enjoy them. And carry that goodness forward. Because the work of spiritual life isn't about becoming perfect. It's about becoming more integrated, more loving, and more present, and choosing to show up because we genuinely want to be there. A conversation about Sukkot, spirituality, relationships, joy, and learning to recognize the soul beneath the baggage.

6. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Succos and the Nature of Growth | What Fades and What Lasts

   What if falling is actually part of the process of becoming whole? In this Succos conversation, we explore the sukkah, lulav and etrog, teshuvah, simcha, and the spiritual meaning of getting back up. Sukkot reminds us that what we build may be temporary, but who we become through the process can last.

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   15 Sept 2026

   Yom Kippur: Sins, Regrets, and Learning from Our Mistakes

   What if Yom Kippur isn’t about proving that we’re bad, but remembering that we’re not? In this episode, we explore Yom Kippur as a process of reconciliation; with Hashem, with ourselves, and with the parts of ourselves we struggle to accept. We talk about why our mistakes don’t define us, how pain and imperfection can become catalysts for growth, why being your own best friend is essential to healthy relationships, and what human fallibility can teach us in an increasingly AI-driven world. At its core, this is a conversation about relationship, self-worth, teshuva, and learning to see our struggles not as evidence that we are broken, but as part of the work of becoming who we are meant to be.

8. 

   8 Sept 2026

   Rosh Hashanah Becoming Who You Were Meant to Be

   What if Rosh Hashanah isn’t simply about starting another year—but about returning to who you were always meant to be?In this episode of the With Hashem Podcast, Rabbi Joshua Kaller and Shlomo Robert Reichmann explore the deeper meaning of Rosh Hashanah, the shofar, and the breath of life Hashem placed within each of us. The shofar becomes a powerful symbol of returning that breath to its Source and reconnecting with our deepest relationship with Hashem.They also explore why our struggles and broken places may reveal something important about our soul's journey. Instead of only asking, “Why is this happening to me?” perhaps we can sometimes ask, “Why is this happening for me?”And as Rosh Hashanah leads us toward teshuvah, they offer a beautiful perspective: teshuvah isn't about punishing ourselves for who we've been. It's about returning to our deepest will, recognizing our potential, and becoming the person our neshama knows we can be.A conversation about Rosh Hashanah, the shofar, struggle, self-worth, teshuvah, and finding our way back to Hashem—and to ourselves.

9. 

   1 Sept 2026

   God Has a Vision for Your Life... Are You Living It?

   God Has a Vision for Your Life — Are You Living It?What if the person you’re trying to become isn’t simply someone you invented—but someone Hashem has been calling you to become all along?In this episode of With Hashem, we explore the deeper meaning of Elul, ratzon (will), personal growth, and discovering who you truly are. What do our deepest desires reveal about us? And could becoming more aware of what we truly want help us discover what Hashem wants from us?The conversation explores the meaning of “the King is in the field,” why Hashem can be present even when we aren’t conscious of Him, and how our thoughts, speech, and actions reveal—and sometimes conceal—who we really are.We also look at guilt, responsibility, brokenness, and the inner work of becoming the person we aspire to be. Rather than treating our struggles as proof that we’ve failed, perhaps they can help us recognize the distance between where we are and where our soul truly wants to go.Ultimately, Elul invites us to become more conscious—of ourselves, of our deepest will, and of the Hashem who has been with us all along.God has a vision for your life. The question is: are you living it?

10. 

    25 Aug 2026

    Good Intentions Aren’t Enough | The Real Work of Teshuvah

    What happens when our intentions are good—but our actions don’t quite match?In this episode of With Hashem, we explore a deeper understanding of Elul and teshuvah: not as a process of guilt, but as an opportunity to rediscover what we truly want and bring our inner intentions and outward actions into alignment.From the meaning behind Rosh Hashanah and Pesach, to a powerful story about letting go of resentment, the symbolism of kosher animals, and the difference between looking virtuous and actually living from a place of virtue, this conversation asks a fundamental question: Are we living in a way that reflects who we really want to be?Teshuvah may be less about becoming someone new—and more about removing what is getting in the way of the person we already want to be.

11. 

    19 Aug 2026

    Elul Isn't About Guilt—It's About Coming Home

    What is Elul really about? Is teshuvah just about fixing mistakes, or is it something much deeper?In this episode of With Hashem, we explore the true meaning of Elul as a season of relationship, growth, and returning to our authentic selves. We discuss why teshuvah is about reconnecting rather than feeling guilty, how self-worth affects our relationship with Hashem and others, and what it means to prepare our hearts for Rosh Hashanah. Along the way, we dive into powerful ideas about love, service, inner peace, and living with greater purpose.Join us as we discover why coming back to Hashem is really about coming home.

12. 

    2 Aug 2026

    You're Chasing the Wrong Destination | Rabbi Joshua Kaller & Shlomo Robert Reichmann

    What if the destination was never the point?In this episode of the withHASHEM Podcast, Rabbi Joshua Kaller and Shlomo Robert Reichmann explore one of life's deepest questions: Why does Hashem take us on unexpected journeys?From the uncertainty of travel to the 42 journeys of the Jewish people in the desert, this conversation reveals how every challenge, detour, and uncomfortable moment is an opportunity to deepen our relationship with Hashem.Together they discuss what it means to trust God's timing, why Hashem believes in us even when we doubt ourselves, and how life's greatest destination isn't a place—it's a relationship.Whether you're navigating uncertainty, searching for purpose, or simply trying to strengthen your emunah, this episode offers practical wisdom and profound Torah insights that can change how you see every stage of your journey.Chapters00:00 – Welcome to With Hashem00:15 – Why Traveling Builds Faith02:26 – Replacing Fear with Faith04:15 – Becoming Strong Through Challenges07:15 – What Does It Really Mean to Have Faith?08:08 – The Story That Changed How I See Hashem10:14 – Hashem Believes in You11:27 – Building a Relationship with God13:04 – Does God Give Us a Report Card?16:16 – Listening to God's Messages17:41 – Do We Really Fulfill Our Purpose?20:40 – "I'm in the Right Time, Right Place"22:51 – The 42 Journeys in the Desert24:33 – Destiny vs. Destination25:49 – The Person You're Meant to Become31:42 – Why Every Soul Comes Into This World34:22 – Co-Creating Your Destiny with Hashem38:30 – The Journey Changes You41:41 – The Famous Story of the Hidden Treasure46:23 – Why God Won't Let You Fail46:52 – Learning to Wait for the Clouds to Move49:39 – Aaron, Amalek & Spiritual Direction52:35 – Final ReflectionsIf you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share to help others discover the beauty of living withHASHEM.

13. 

    28 Jul 2026

    The Hidden Meaning of Tu B'Av | God's Greatest Love Story

    What if your greatest struggles aren't obstacles—but the very path to becoming who Hashem created you to be? A simple encounter with a cicada emerging from its shell sparks one of the deepest conversations we've had on the With Hashem Podcast. What begins as a lesson from nature unfolds into a powerful discussion about spiritual transformation, Teshuvah, Tu B'Av, free will, and what it truly means to build a loving relationship with Hashem. Together we explore why the "shells" that once protected us can eventually become prisons, why struggle is built into God's design, and how every challenge is an invitation to grow into the person we're meant to become. We also uncover the profound meaning of Tu B'Av—not simply as a day of love and matchmaking, but as a celebration of the relationship between Hashem and the Jewish people, and the daily choice to deepen that relationship. Whether you're feeling stuck, facing change, or searching for a closer connection with Hashem, this episode offers practical wisdom and timeless Torah insights to help you embrace the journey. 💬 Question for you: What "shell" has Hashem helped you break out of? 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about faith, purpose, personal growth, and living With Hashem. Chapters 00:00 – A Cicada Sparks an Unexpected Lesson 01:20 – Breaking Out of the Shell 03:14 – When Your Safe Place Becomes Your Prison 05:44 – Did God Design Our Struggles? 06:54 – "Is This Happening To Me or For Me?" 07:40 – The Story That Changed How We See Struggle 09:08 – Talking to Hashem Before You Fall 11:08 – Why Teshuvah Existed Before the World 13:16 – Brokenness Is Part of the Plan 15:08 – Why God Created an Imperfect World 16:01 – Love Requires Choice 18:16 – What "The Chosen People" Really Means 20:52 – The Hidden Meaning of Tu B'Av 23:40 – Destiny, Free Will & God's Plan 27:20 – Creating Your Life Plan With Hashem 30:15 – One Step at a Time 33:46 – Life Isn't a Circle—It's a Spiral 35:40 – How Do You Build a Relationship With Hashem? 37:26 – The Most Powerful Way to Talk to God 39:58 – God Is Always Opening the Door 41:30 – Final Thoughts: Breaking Out of the Shell #podcast #WithHashem #TuBAv #TishaBAv #Teshuvah #Judaism #JewishWisdom

14. 

    21 Jul 2026

    The Day God Loved Us Most | The Hidden Meaning of Tisha B'Av

    Is Tisha B'Av really about punishment... or could it actually be one of the greatest expressions of Hashem's love? In this episode of With Hashem, Rabbi Joshua Kaller and Shlomo Robert Reichmann explore a radically different way of understanding Tisha B'Av, the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash, and our relationship with Hashem. Why were the Keruvim embracing at the very moment the Temple was destroyed? What if exile isn't proof that God abandoned us—but evidence of how deeply He longs for us? Together they discuss fear versus love, consequences versus punishment, the deeper meaning of mourning, and how every challenge can become an opportunity to strengthen our relationship with Hashem. This conversation offers a refreshing perspective on one of Judaism's most misunderstood days and reminds us that even in moments of darkness, Hashem is always with us. Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to With Hashem 00:40 – What this podcast is really about 01:40 – Does Hashem ever "ghost" us? 03:45 – How our childhood shapes our relationship with God 07:20 – A father's love, kindness, and restraint 10:00 – The many ways Hashem relates to us 12:30 – "I Am With You in Your Pain" 14:35 – Why Mashiach is born on Tisha B'Av 16:55 – The Keruvim embracing during the destruction 18:20 – Is Tisha B'Av really about sadness? 21:00 – Returning to Hashem through love 23:20 – Consequences vs. punishment 26:00 – Learning to love yourself and say "I'm sorry" 30:40 – Torah is the roadmap to becoming your greatest self 34:30 – Yavan vs. Tzion: Beauty with righteousness 37:00 – Hashem believes in you 39:00 – Final thoughts If this episode inspired you, subscribe for more conversations exploring faith, purpose, Torah, and building a genuine relationship with Hashem.

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    17 Jul 2026

    Why Every Young Jew Should Experience Shabbat | withHASHEM

    In this episode of the withHASHEM Podcast, Rabbi Josh Kaller and Shlomo Robert Reichmann sit down with Uri Szulsztein, a university student who recently began keeping Shabbat. Uri shares his honest journey—from growing up with little exposure to Torah learning to discovering the peace, purpose, and connection that Shabbat has brought into his life.Together, they explore why Shabbat is far more than a day of rest, how disconnecting from technology can lead to deeper connection with ourselves, others, and Hashem, and why slowing down may be the key to discovering what truly matters. If you've ever been curious about Shabbat or wondered whether it's relevant in today's fast-paced world, this conversation is for you.Chapters00:00 – Introduction00:48 – Uri's First Five Shabbats01:28 – From Reform to Discovering Torah03:45 – Preparing for Shabbat05:40 – What Shabbat Has Given Me06:10 – Connecting With Hashem08:30 – Why Disconnecting Leads to Connection11:25 – Slowing Down in a Fast-Paced World15:15 – Can You Feel the "Spark" of Shabbat?19:30 – How Would You Sell Someone on Shabbat?25:55 – Seeing the Bigger Picture of Life29:45 – Is Shabbat the Goal of Creation?34:00 – The "Spiritual Jacuzzi" of Shabbat37:00 – Separation Creates Connection43:00 – Final ThoughtsIf this conversation inspired you, please like, subscribe, and share. Join us as we continue exploring what it means to truly live withHASHEM.

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    17 Jul 2026

    What Does it Really Mean to be "withHASHEM"? | Rabbi Joshua Kaller & Shlomo Robert Reichmann

    In the very first episode of the With Hashem podcast, Rabbi Joshua Kaller and Shlomo Robert Reichmann explore what it truly means to build a genuine relationship with Hashem. Together, they discuss why so many people feel disconnected from God, how we can discover His presence within ourselves and our daily lives, and how struggle, vulnerability, relationships, and Shabbat all become pathways to a deeper connection.👍 If this conversation resonated with you, please:Like this videoSubscribe to the channelShare it with someone who may find it meaningfulLeave a comment letting us know what "being with Hashem" means to youChapters00:00 Introduction00:34 What Does It Mean to Be With Hashem?03:25 Finding Hashem Within05:40 Relationship Over Religion09:15 Why Being With Hashem Matters14:15 Brokenness and the Journey Back17:40 Relationships as a Reflection of God21:20 Shabbat: Creating Space for Connection25:00 The World of Distraction32:00 Freedom Through Structure40:20 Seeing Hashem in Everyday Life46:20 Final Thoughts#Podcast #Judaism #Torah #Faith

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