# The First Influencer (Parsha In-Focus: Korach) 5784 Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-5777651/the-first-influencer-parsha-in-focus-korach-5784 Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-5777651/the-first-influencer-parsha-in-focus-korach-5784.md Podcast: [Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe](https://stenobird.com/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-5777651) Published: 2026-06-15T06:00:00+00:00 Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b161598d Audio file: https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/b161598d/bed9e186.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-5777651/episodes/the-first-influencer-parsha-in-focus-korach-5784 Duration seconds: 648 ## Resource Can the company you keep determine your destiny? On this week's Parsha Review Podcast, we delve into the dramatic story of Korach, whose unchecked jealousy and rebellion against Moshe and Aaron led to a catastrophic end. We explore how Korach's negative influence ensnared those around him, while those aligned with Moshe and Aaron thrived in righteousness. Through the lens of this powerful Torah portion, we analyze the role of words and environment in shaping behavior, drawing poignant parallels to the impact of modern-day influencers. In the second part of our episode, we underscore the critical importance of choosing positive influences in our lives. Whether through distancing from those who spread slander and mockery or by seeking divine guidance in our prayers, we aim to cultivate a nurturing and virtuous environment. Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe joins us to share his invaluable insights on fostering positivity and integrity. Listen in for a compelling discussion that not only dissects the lessons from Korach but also offers practical advice on building a life anchored in righteousness. Have a wonderful Shabbos! _____________ This episode (Ep 6.38) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Korach is dedicated in Honor of Dovi & Adina on their upcoming wedding & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation ! Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Travel Studios (D) to a live audience on July 12, 2024, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 12, 2024 _____________ DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a do… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-5777651/episodes/the-first-influencer-parsha-in-focus-korach-5784/transcription-requests` — Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-5777651/the-first-influencer-parsha-in-focus-korach-5784.md` — Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.