Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

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The world is full of incredible people, and this podcast brings you real conversations with those who have powerful stories to share. From inspiring individuals in Israel to Jewish people who’ve faced and overcome life’s toughest challenges, we dive into their journeys, struggles, and triumphs. Hosted by Yaakov Langer on Living Lchaim, these stories will move you, challenge you, and leave you inspired. Whether it’s faith, resilience, success, or personal growth, you’ll hear firsthand how they pushed forward. Follow now for eye-opening conversations you won’t hear anywhere else.

Recent Episodes
  • William Mehrvaz: Iranian Emigrant REVEALS The Truth About Israel's Attack
    Jun 14, 2025 – 00:30:47
  • Omer Shem Tov: From 505 Days as a Hamas Hostage to Being Saved by Hashem
    Jun 7, 2025 – 01:24:50
  • Let's Talk Divorce: What No One is Saying - 2 Single Mom's Speak Up
    Jun 3, 2025 – 01:14:20
  • Chananel Gez: A Terrorist Killed My Wife While She Was in Labor
    May 24, 2025 – 01:24:45
  • Avraham Fixsler: The UK Government Wanted To Kill My Daughter
    May 17, 2025 – 01:54:56
  • Cormac Uriah Lee (The Asian Kosher Cowboy): Hiding In China for Over 250 Jews
    May 10, 2025 – 00:50:31
  • R' Shmuel Luger: I Accidentally Became Rosh Yeshiva after Fighting My Addictions
    May 3, 2025 – 01:33:19
  • R' Eli Riesel: Torah Saved Me From 300 Years in Jail
    Apr 26, 2025 – 01:16:11
  • Moran Stela Yanai: I Was A Hamas Hostage - But God Never Left Me
    Apr 14, 2025 – 02:02:25
  • Charlene Aminoff: My Cancer Diagnosis is a Message from God
    Apr 5, 2025 – 01:00:05
  • Alon & Sagi: The Most Injured IDF Soldier Refuses to Give Up
    Mar 29, 2025 – 01:04:56
  • R' Reuven Epstein: Why Most Marriages End Up on Autopilot (and How You Can Beat the Odds)
    Mar 22, 2025 – 00:56:34
  • Yitzhak Pindrus: Should Yeshiva Boys Be Forced to Enlist in the IDF?
    Mar 15, 2025 – 00:55:12
  • R' Yaakov Herzog: Making Peace with Muslims of Saudi Arabia
    Mar 8, 2025 – 00:54:21
  • Singles Speak Out: Dating, Shadchanim & The System
    Mar 1, 2025 – 01:56:43
  • Ditza Ohr: Having Emunah While My Son Has Been a Hostage for Over 500 Days
    Feb 27, 2025 – 00:59:20
  • Avraham Fried: 40 Years of Jewish Music
    Feb 22, 2025 – 00:54:03
  • Yisroel Brownstein: I Survived a Fatal Plane Crash That Should Have Killed Me
    Feb 15, 2025 – 01:15:43
  • The Shidduch System Exposed: What’s Working, What’s Not, and What’s Next?
    Feb 8, 2025 – 02:06:48
  • Rav Shmuel Zucker: Approaching The Biggest Spiritual Crisis of Our Time
    Feb 1, 2025 – 01:02:59
  • Orit Mark Ettinger: Should Israel Release Terrorists for Hostages? A Victim Speaks Out
    Jan 25, 2025 – 00:45:52
  • Jake Turx: The Prophesy that Predicted October 7th & 2025
    Jan 18, 2025 – 01:00:06
  • David Sacks: How I Found God in Hollywood
    Jan 11, 2025 – 00:54:21
  • Chana Devorah Mishler: A Christian Pastor’s Life Changing Discovery & Her Journey Home to Judaism
    Jan 4, 2025 – 00:46:54
  • R' Yosef Zvi Rimon: The Rabbi Involved in Getting The Hostages Out of Gaza
    Dec 28, 2024 – 00:52:55
  • Shimmy & Hadassah Manela: What No One Tells You About Struggling to Have Kids for 9 Years
    Dec 21, 2024 – 01:09:29
  • R' Baruch Gartner: How I learned That No Drug Compares to Torah
    Dec 14, 2024 – 01:21:44
  • Rabbi Berel Wein: The Myths & Truths About the Jewish People That Antisemites Ignore
    Dec 7, 2024 – 00:49:22
  • Ellie Zeiler: How One of TikTok’s Biggest Stars Ended up in Seminary in Israel
    Nov 30, 2024 – 00:51:24
  • R' Yitzchak Dovid Grossman (The Disco Rabbi): Saving Souls in Prisons & Clubs
    Nov 23, 2024 – 01:03:21
  • Enon Dagan & Avichai Koch: The Unseen Battle of Israeli Farmers Defending Their Land
    Nov 16, 2024 – 01:02:43
  • Nomi Spain-Levy: A Korean Orphan's Journey Home Through Judaism, Jerusalem & Her Roots
    Nov 9, 2024 – 01:01:36
  • Miriam Ezagui: Redefining Judaism Online and Fighting Millions of Antisemites
    Nov 2, 2024 – 00:52:39
  • R' Yom Tov Glaser: Are We Stuck in the Matrix? The Way to Live a Life of Bliss
    Oct 26, 2024 – 01:32:59
  • Yisroel & Sarah Gutovitch: We Couldn’t Have Children, Then…Quadruplets!
    Oct 19, 2024 – 01:14:16
  • William Mehrvaz: Fleeing My Iranian Family, Home, & Muslim Life to Experience the Judaism I Fell in Love With
    Oct 12, 2024 – 00:55:20
  • Daniel Weiss: Hamas Killed Both My Parents on 10/7 But Can't Kill My Voice
    Oct 5, 2024 – 00:53:23
  • Frank Meeink: The Neo-Nazi Transformed into a Proud Jew
    Sep 28, 2024 – 01:31:24
  • Ariel Berkowitz: Finding Hashem After getting Hit By a Train & Losing My Legs
    Sep 21, 2024 – 01:08:00
  • Lavi & Nechama Greenspan: Blind Love & Leaving a Christian Cult for Hashem
    Sep 14, 2024 – 01:48:04
  • Shterny Steinmetz: How My Divorce Encouraged Me to Fix The System for Kids
    Sep 7, 2024 – 01:08:46
  • Yona Assaraf: I Became Frum After Surviving the Nova Festival Massacre
    Aug 31, 2024 – 00:56:55
  • Isaac Fogel: A Hasidic Boy’s Search For Identity That Brought Him Back Home
    Aug 24, 2024 – 01:08:49
  • Devorah Goldstein (The Bamboo Cradle): From Abandoned in China to Embracing Orthodox Judaism (My Remarkable Adoption Story)
    Aug 17, 2024 – 01:27:01
  • Devorie Kreiman: Losing 5 Children But Never Giving Up
    Aug 10, 2024 – 01:07:21
  • Estelle Levitas: Why I Became Shomer Shabbos at 90 Years Old
    Aug 3, 2024 – 00:47:11
  • SPECIAL EPISODE: Sapir Cohen: I Was Kidnapped by Hamas on October 7th & Survived Gaza
    Aug 1, 2024 – 00:29:42
  • Ozzie & Rachel Burnham: Remarkable Journey from Heartbreak to Happiness (Unbelievable Marriage Story)
    Jul 27, 2024 – 01:08:42
  • R’ Yitzchak Breitowitz: Answering the World’s Most Interesting Questions
    Jul 20, 2024 – 01:03:06
  • Senai Guedalia: My Newlywed Husband Died Saving Others
    Jul 13, 2024 – 00:51:52
Recent Reviews
  • Thank you! Epic
    So uplifting and inspirational
    Thank you for providing these golden amazing timeless pieces!
  • AJRegu
    Well worth you time
    If you’re not listening to Inspiration for the Nation, you’re seriously missing out. Yaakov Langer has a rare talent for getting deep, emotional, and real with his guests. Every episode leaves you feeling more grounded, more inspired, and more connected. It’s not fluff—it’s substance, heart, and meaning. Easily the most powerful Jewish podcast out there.
  • destrassman
    Love it
    I love this show. Truly inspiring and uplifting!
  • Lakevooder
    What agreat platform
    Firstly I would like to thank you Yaakov for having on your Shidduchim episode. It meant a lot to me, to be able to share my thoughts on this topic. I appreciate the weekly podcast interviews you share. They are informative and insightful! You and your team do an amazing job! Keep it up!
  • Aron Kail
    Amazing
    Really enjoy listening and getting inspired by Yaakov and the guests Highly highly recommend
  • avrhangam
    Real Enjoyable Listen
    The guests are outstanding, and the interviews are a true pleasure to listen to. Yaakov doesn’t just run through a list of questions, he listens, he engages, and he asks exactly the follow-ups you’d want to hear. It feels less like you're listening to a podcast and more like you're part of a thoughtful, meaningful conversation.
  • MIAMIMONSTER
    Unbelievable Rav zucker episode
    He’s my Rosh yeshiva and I’m so happy yaakov had him on to spread his amazing light and Torah!! Keep up the amazing work!!
  • darsheinii
    Always top notch
    Such an easy listen with high quality content
  • Ari42fin
    Inspired
    As I rock my Twillory polo shirt (because obviously), I just had to come here and say - *Inspiration for the Nation* is next-level. Yaakov is not just a great host, he’s funny, real, and somehow even his ads have me smiling. The guests are top-tier, the stories are powerful, and it hits that rare combo of inspiring *and* entertaining. Honestly, some days this podcast *is* my mussar seder. The insights, the growth moments, the honesty - it sticks with you and changes you. If you're looking for something meaningful that is still relaxed, entertaining, and extremely down-to-earth, this is it.
  • Teity27
    Awesome Podcast!!
    Always a great listen (especially the recent one with R’ Eli Riesel)! Yaakov is an excellent host and always finds the perfect balance between asking insightful questions and letting the guest speak. You will definitely enjoy listening to this podcast!
  • Iftn listeners
    Best podcast
    I love starting off a new week with the newest episode! It has really helped me! I’ve listened to most of them more than once and each time I learn something new! Thanks for keeping me inspired!
  • Anonymous13794
    Inspiring
    Amazing guests and meaningful conversations. This podcast always gives us something valuable to think about.
  • G Paca
    Life changing
    Interviews are always interesting, informative and most importantly LIFE CHANGING!!
  • CtrlA Creative
    Epic Show!
    Great Guests and Great Host!!!
  • Avid listener 46
    Yaakov is the goat
    Yaakov Langer is the absolute goat, always putting out amazing content! Appreciate all you do!
  • Yaakov HP
    Amazing
    Great content- especially loved the interview with R’ Eli Riesel
  • Dovitherov
    Inshpiring
    Great podcast, Makes me high on the borei oilam
  • MickeyCo.
    Most amazing podcast!
    The Inspiration For The Nation podcast is full of meaning, inspiration and will always leave you with something to walk away with!
  • C Fried
    Best Jewish podcast
    This podcast always has the most inspiring guests on- and R Yaakov is asking the important questions!! Worth a listen.
  • Sperls12345
    Unreal
    What an amazing episode! Great work Yaakov!! Keep inspiring
  • Hashem’s Child!
    🔥❤️
    Thank You Yaakov for inspiring us all constantly
  • northbrook fan
    Great Podcast!
    Thank you to the amazing team at Living Lchaim for this wonderful, interesting, educational podcast!
  • Djdudkdo
    I love this episode that I listen to about shulem
    I love this podcast and I love this episode of shulem lemmer and please make another interview of that. Thank you.
  • ZevaZevaYa
    Rav Shmuel Zucker episode
    Rav Shmuel Zucker is wise , giving ... one of his wise shares is to stay in our comfort zone provided we are doing what is needed for our Judaism… Thank you, Yaakov, and al involved
  • Chayi shifra Grussgott
    Chayi thanks you
    I love the podcast it’s so much fun I can’t stop listening to Ariel Berkowitz and can you interview Gad Elbaz🐇🕊️🦜🦢🍀🪷🍁🪻🍂🍃🌺🌷🌹💎💐💞💖💕💝😍🤍💜💙🩵💚🩷❤️🧡💛✨🪐☄️🦿🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
  • Inkredible Mimi
    Interesting guests!
    I enjoy this podcast immensely! They find the most interesting guests and I learn so much!
  • sara1853
    WOW WOW!
    Incredible Platform! This is an amazing podcast channel which gives people powerful inspiration! Such amazing people are aired on this channel! #INSPIRATION!
  • Egskomo
    Great Jewish Podcast
    One of the best Jewish podcasts out there. The guests are always thought provoking.
  • Steve Wunder
    Very very good
    Really enjoy these every week. Best Jewish podcast.
  • jonie the homie
    Great podcast
    Down to earth and personable
  • Bookworm📘🐛
    One of my #1 podcasts
    It’s my favorite podcast (other then kiddush club)
  • Ytfj56
    Why
    Why delete comments?
  • Am Yisroel Chai Forever
    Amazing podcast
    Living Lchaim, is a refreshing and uplifting show that dives deep into personal growth, motivation, and real-life success stories. The host’s engaging interviews with thought offer valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to improve their mindset or find purpose. Each episode leaves you feeling inspired and empowered to take action in your own life. Perfect for anyone seeking motivation or a positive mental boost. I strongly recommend listening to their podcast.
  • matty199r
    Great Content
    These episodes are amazing informative and overall just top notch content. THANK YOU!
  • wguvvr
    Amazing
    I look forward to this podcast every week! This is my favorite podcast and one of the only that I listened to almost every episode! Kol Hakavod Living Lchaim and Yaakov Langer
  • Leah H...
    My Favorite Podcast
    I always look forward to each new episode. Such incredible content! I listen to a number of podcast channels, but this is my favorite! Definitely makes my long commute from work way more enjoyable.
  • pisdhhuk
    Ariel Berkowitz…. WOW!!
    That Was The Most Interesting & Wacked Episode I’ve Ever Listened To!! My Favorite!!
  • be the best that you can be
    Shterny was 🔥
    Keep up the great work
  • Lily Ifr
    Beautiful and truly inspiring
    I am not orthodox, would say more traditional and I love the show. It inspires me to do more and learn more about the beauty of Judaism. Thank you for bringing these powerful stories into my life. Keep up the amazing work!
  • Shana bane
    Please
    Interview yecheil Jacob’s and or bary Weiss
  • moshemiz
    Interview
    Can u guy’s interview Rabbi Eli Mansour and Rabbi Meir Yedid and Rabbi Joey Haber
  • plzstr
    Gita is good!
    I love watching or listening to all your episodes Yaakov, but I have to say listening to your interview with Busy in Brooklyn, when you brought your wife Gita on, brought your podcast to another level. She has so much to add, and asks all the right questions to expound on the topics being discussed. I would definitely make that more of a regular thing!
  • sunshineShorley
    Sunshine For you TodaSo LovelyYomTov Too
    Love SAVTA RABBAH Toda To Shulem who I Enjoy Ihis MusicAndHis Lovely voice🎸🌼🌸🗽 SAVTA Rabbah Sunshine
  • figsro1234t
    Amazing
    The first thing I do after Shabbos (after davening Maariv of course) is check Yaakov’s podcast to see who he interviewed. Very impressed.
  • A houston gamer
    Great
    It’s amazing but please don’t put in ads when someone is saying a sad story especially about October 7
  • dfuyewguyecwy
    Great
    Makes me cry yaakov is phenomenal
  • mecakesh613
    The Best
    I get so much meaning from the people on inspiration for the nation!!! So happy yakov that you took off and your the best!!!
  • T.H.G 2
    Episode 90 Loay Al Shareef
    Yaakov, how could you? This is pure Apikorsis. Allowing a guest sit here and utter such things, allowing those things to be said on an orthodox show!? It is absolutely audacious to have a non Jew sit on your show which is intended for for frum Jews and suggest that something in our mesorah is wrong. Yes it is cool to have a Muslim on here but the lack of censoring is terrible. I’m still rating it 5 because I like the show, just shocked at what was allowed to be said on here. Do you think Hashem is listening to this and is like “yeah sure that’s right.”? Would He want this to be said in public?
  • sm65789
    Amazing!!!
    Really great and unique content. Always inspirational!
  • Shira Bratt
    A Model to Strive For
    Always brining insightful guests, and getting to the core values they espouse, Yaakov Langer did again with the latest episode with Shai Graucher. Hearing firsthand about the tremendous work he is doing to help all the needs in Klal Yisroel is truly inspiring. Thank you!
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