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On That's Life, NSN General Manager Miriam L. Wallach conducts timely, in-depth interviews with representatives from all areas of Jewish life including Kosher cuisine, Jewish entertainment, Israel, charitable organizations, sports and more.
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Miriam L. Wallach is joined by Dovid Kanarfogel and Leslie Gang, co-founders of Hindi's Libraries. Hear how they are honoring the memory of Dr. Hindi Krinsky, Dovid�s wife, by donating books to organizations that partner with children and families in need.
Ilana Muhlstein, M.S., R.D. is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Beverly Hills, California and mother of two. Ilana is not only a nutrition expert, but she, herself has lost 100 pounds and kept it off. She is the creator of the 2B Mindset weight loss program and sits on the Executive Leadership Team for the American Heart Association, Go Red for Women campaign.
Miriam L Wallach - with a Chanukah in Jerusalem overview: Tamar Lustman from Candy Corner joins the program with gifts you can send throughout the country and Joanna Shebson from Fun in Jerusalem tells you what you can't miss while you're there
On this episode of That's Life, NSN General Manager, Miriam L. Wallach hosts Dr. Michael Salamon, Senior Psychologist and Director at ADC Psychological Services in Hewlett, NY to discuss 'BRAIN HACKING' -- Why kids are getting 400% more screen time than they should, and what it is doing to their brains.
Camp Shutaf, founded by two moms (Beth being one of them) of children with special needs, provides quality, inclusive services to all children, teens and young people with disabilities, regardless of labels and perceived functioning differences, while inspiring and educating others towards the acceptance and inclusion of all members of the community.
On this edition of "That's Life": Chef and author of the 'Kosher by Design' series Susie Fishbein joins me to discuss Chef Michael Solomonov, Chef Meir Adoni and how Israeli cuisine is finally getting its well deserved due. Plus: Alex Rosenberg, playing for Maccabi Kiryat Gat, on his recent Aliyah, NBA hopes and how playing Columbia basketball seems a lifetime ago.
Tony award winning producer Daryl Roth joins me to discuss the GALA CONCERT CELEBRATING WOMEN ON MOTHER'S DAY BENEFITS THE NATIONAL YIDDISH THEATRE FOLKSBIENE AT SKIRBALL CENTER MAY 14 of which she is the guest of honor -- And Jay Shultz, founder and CEO of Adopt a Safta -- All this, In thirty minutes or less..
Join Miriam L. Wallach for 'That's Life' as handwriting expert Dr. Ari Korenblit joins the program -- he'll discuss his analysis of both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump's handwritings: hear what you can learn about the candidates just from the way they sign their names... And as a bonus: Dr. Kornblit will analyze Miriam's handwriting as well. Don't miss what her handwriting can tell us about her. All that and more, only on NSN.
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam L. Wallach welcomes Joy of Kosher editor Shifra Klein to the program to discuss their brand new Israel issue, including: why Israeli food seems to be trending, the hottest Israeli chefs and the best places to eat from the north to the south.
Plus: Miriam has a treat of her own for Shifra...
Featuring: Bryce Gruber and Gillie Shanowitz of the Kids Mega Challah Bake taking place on January 12 in the Hilton join the program to talk about the event and how to get involved. Dovid Gabay also joins the program to discuss his upcoming concert with Yehuda Green in support of Sharsheret.
On this episode of "That's Life" with Miriam L. Wallach, two big instagram trendsetters, Eliana Sherman AKA Eishes Style and Frumee Taubenfeld, place the emphasis on being both Modest and Fashionable.
"Who are the people in your neighborhood? They're the people that you meet each day."
On this edition of That's Life, Eli Hagler, Associate Director of YACHAD and Tobey Karpel, Coordinator of Middlesex County Chapter of Yachad/NJCD join Miriam L. Wallach to discuss "Julia," the newest member of the Sesame Street family, who happens to have Autism. Hear about the big picture message and impact of this character, what people on the inside are saying about it, and what this means for families with children who have disabilities.
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam is joined by writer and blogger Bethany Mandel, whose latest New York Post piece "Guns N' Moses: Why more Jews are packing heat" discusses the recent uptick in writer and blogger Bethany Mandel, whose latest New York Post piece "Guns N' Moses: Why more Jews are packing heat" discusses the Jewish gun owners.
Hear about her own experience at a shooting range, the people she met and how the current climate seems to be influencing previous non-gun owners to change their minds.
On this episode of "Thats Life," it's October and we are wearing pink. Kitchn Synch's Douglas Socloff joins the program to discuss their program in conjunction with Sharsheret to support this great organization and promote breast cancer awareness. Plus: hear about other programs going on in your community that also support Sharsheret.
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam gets a "Fun in Jerusalem" Succot update with Joanna Shebson. In addition, She interviews Simcha Leiner about his latest CD, "SL2" and his upcoming Succot concerts.
With Yom Kippur around the corner, many organizations send out inspirational videos, hoping to bring our teffilot and our repentance to a new level. But this year, a more unlikely source has its own message, as Nefesh b'Nefesh released its own High Holiday videos, with many notable faces. Hear from NBN's Rabbi Yehoshua Fass on what NBN is coming to teach us about repentance this 5776.
On this episode of That's Life, it's the 1st week of Season 4 at NSN and we continue to raise the bar:
Israeli female soccer star and TV commentator Oshrat Eini joins the program.
She will talk about representing her county, representing women and the future of women's sports both in Israel and internationally.
And then the Sports Rabbi himself Joshua Halickman joins us as well with continued insight into the world of Israeli sports and what High Holiday message we can learn from it.
It's our own US Open Tennis edition here at TL, and who else to invite on the program but the one young player who beat Rafael Nadal at HER own game: table tennis. Phenom Estee Ackerman, table tennis champion ranked USA #6 for cadet girls under the age of 15 & also ranked # 68 for all women in America, will join the program. With High School starting in just one week and Olympic trials being held sometime in February next year, she's got a lot to talk about. Hear what she's been up to since beating Nadal -- and Eli Hagler -- and how being an athlete has shaped her as a teen. All this and more, only on NSN.
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam was joined by Puah's Rabbi Gideon Weitzman to discuss their upcoming event in the 5 Towns, how they are helping couples conceive and how that struggle is really one that the greater community faces together.
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam L. Wallach is joined by the one and only host of "The Israel Show" Meir Weingarten. They commemorate two important yahrzeits that fell this week of two incredible people whose contributions to the State of Israel are legendary: Yoni Netanyahu and Naomi Shemer. Hear reflections about their lives and musical selections that honor their memories. All that and more.
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam was joined by Rabbi Reuven Taragin from Yeshivat Hakotel to discuss the upcoming Community Education Conferences in the Five Towns and Teaneck - hear why your attendance is needed and the impact it can make on your life. Also: Miriam recapped the Yiddish Soul Concert on Central Park's Summer Stage the other night as part of KulturfestNYC.
On this edition of "That's Life," ripped from the headlines, Miriam L. Wallach addresses the question on the minds of millions of Modern Orthodox Jews: Is the Cleveland Cavaliers' Coach Blatt really that big of a deal? The Libby M. Klapperman Professor of Jewish History at Yeshiva University Dr. Jeffrey Gurock joins the program to discuss Coach Blatt, FIFA and how the Jewish world has reacted to both.
In advance of the big OU JLIC weekend event in the Five Towns as well as subsequent shabbatonim in other areas, I'm joined by JLIC�s National Director Rabbi Ilan Haber who will give us a preview of these weekend as well as status update regarding the nature of college campuses in the US.
Mrs. Esther Herzfeld, whose family has gained incredible attention, support and is the center of two community wide efforts to help improve a challenging situation, joins the program. A woman of strength and incredible courage, Mrs Herzfeld will speak as well about the challenges she and her husband face daily as they raise their children who suffer from this debilitating illness. She'll also discuss the crowd funding campaign to help transform her home into a more accessible space for her 4 children with muscular dystrophy, the efforts to help her win an adaptive van through an on line contest and the unwavering support she has received from past present students -- myself included.
Featuring: With their annual breakfast taking place this Sunday, Sharsheret's Elana Silber joins Miriam L. Wallach to discuss where we are in the fight against breast cancer. And then Paul Leiba, director of development at Leket Israel, explains how their Inaugural "Canstruction Exhibition" will help to Raise Awareness about Food Rescue
This week on "That's Life," (3/19, 10:30amET), Miriam has arranged a play date. Shifra Klein, Editor of Joy of Kosher, joins Miriam on the air and she's brought her SPIRALIZER with her! Nothing more fun than having a friend over and her bringing her favorite toy. They are going to spiralize sweet potato, beets, cucumber and daikon - all as we prep for Pesach. This isn't your grandmother's Pesach anymore folks. Now, we sprialize and we make our own almond butter. No joke. Don't miss it!
Blogger and experiential Jewish education consultant Penny Joel joins Miriam on the program today to discuss "Experiential Education" and how what your child learns outside of the classroom is often more important than what he/she learns inside.
Miriam is joined by two key Sharsheret team members: Elana Silber, Director of Operations, and Ellen Kleinhaus, program manager and campus liason, discussing Pink Day events (Feb 11) in your neighborhood, the upcoming young Jewish professionals event and their annual spring luncheon.
On this edition of That's Life, Bini Dachs, Operations Director of Bnei Akiva of US and Canada, joins the program wearing many, many hats. She'll discuss VOTE TORAH and how "getting out the vote" means something totally different this time around - and then switching gears, Bini tells us all about the EMUNAH Comedy event coming up on Motzei Shabbat, February 7 in the 5T, starring Joel Chasnoff.
Miriam and Sruli will be discussing the OU's upcoming, February 5th job fair, how it's not too late to start a second career and how to dress for your first interview.
Tomche Shabbos of Rockland County's Alan Rosenstock shares how they care for families in need in their area and how you can invite a family for shabbos, without actually having them in your home. Then, Yehudit Singer joins the program from Jerusalem sharing the highlights of Lady Gaga's Tel Aviv performance last week and how, after this summer's war, this concert was exactly what the doctor ordered. And finally: The Sports Rabbi Josh Halickman shares how the NFL, domestic violence and Elul really all do connect.
Featuring: An insiders look into "From Foe to Friend and other stories: by S.Y. Agnon" with Shay Charka and Jeffrey Saks. Next, Stuart Gourdji, Program Coordinator at YACHAD, discusses YACHAD Gifts. Then Broadway Producer Elie Landau schmoozes with Miriam about the loss of the legendary Joan Rivers and her lasting impact on the world of comedy. Finally, Miriam will redo her ice bucket challenge with an assist from Elie and will hopefully get it right this time...
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam interviewed author and activist Dr. Nora Gold about her latest book "Fields of Exile". Also, outgoing national president of EMUNAH Fran Hirmes joine the program to discuss what's next for her and the organization. Finally, the moment three people have been waiting for: Miriam took the ALS challenge LIVE during the show, right on Grand St.
Just back from Israel, Miriam presented a packed show focusing on our brothers and sisters in Israel. First, she spoke with Avnet Kleiner from ALEH-Negev about what it takes to keep everyone safe in that facility for physically and mentally challenged children and adults while rockets are falling around them. No small task. Then YU's Rabbi Kenny Brander discussed the Counterpoint mission in Dimona and how YU students are making a difference there. Plus, Rabbi Brander has a son presently serving in the IDF. Hear that story as well. Finally, Ariella Wiener has started an online campaign to do something nice for a segment of the Israeli population we may not be thinking about: the wives of the IDF. Hear all about it and how you can help.
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam hosted Joanna Shebson from "Fun in Jerusalem" who shared how people are still having fun in Jerusalem and what activities people can look forward to this summer. Then Dr. Michael Salamon returned to the program to discuss resilience in times of incredible stress.
On this edition of That's Life, Dr. Rona Novick, author, lecturer and Dean of YU's Azrieli Graduate School, joined the program to discuss her latest piece for Times of Israel. Hear how the language we use in our homes and how we speak about the situation in Israel will shape the future.
And then Shifra Klein from Joy of Kosher shared the behind the scenes of the new issue and how a watermelon cake is going to be the hit of the season.
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam was joined by Chai Lifeline's Zahava Farbman to discuss how to talk to your kids about tragedy, how to answer their questions and when too much Facebook - even for adults - is too much. Then Miriam turned her focus to July 4th with discussions about Jews who serve in the US Armed Forces. Yeshiva University's Professor Jeffrey Gurock discussed the history of Jewish Americans in the military and how since the birth of this country, Jews have fought on its behalf. And then Captain Mark Liebman (Navy, ret.) a combat veteran of Vietnam, Desert Shield and Desert Storm joined the program to discuss being a Jewish fighter pilot, the challenges of being Jewish and serving, and what its like to be in the family business.
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam was joined by Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg from Kids Kicking Cancer who will be the featured speaker this weekend at the YI of Woodmere.
Plus, the OU's 9th Marriage Enrichment Retreat is coming up. Miriam and the listeners heard from Program Manager Hannah Farkas about what people can expect that weekend and how happily married couples can benefit from being there.
And finally, Eli Hagler is an advisor to the newly named Yachad's Inaugural Jewish Communal Leadership Program. Miriam and Eli spoke all about that new initiative.
On this edition of That's Life, Rochelle Shoretz, founder and Executive Director of Sharsheret joined Miriam to discuss the power of social media, the honor Sharsheret received at Mass General Hospital and where the organization is now.
Then Robby Berman, founder and director of HODs, joined Miriam to discuss organ donation and the newest people to get their organ donor cards. You won't believe who is on the list.
In addition, Miriam played three songs which speak to her at this time of crisis and unity -
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam was joined by Yeshivat Hakotel's Rabbi Reuven Taragin, on the upcoming Yom Iyun enititled, "Educating and Inspiring our Children Together." Hear how you can take part in this exciting program and innovative collaborative community wide event.
Then, Rabbi Yitzchok Moully, founder of The Creative Soul, featured in the WSJ, joined Miriam to explain how people can explore their Jewish Heritage through art and how a pop art show in Crown Heights came to be. And on the heels of their first solo gallery show opening this evening, Italian artist David Ariel de Guglielmi, who speaks no English, and his translator were live in the studio. Yes: the Chabad rabbi, the Italian artist and his translator, will all be a part of this "first" here on TL.
And finally, with the World Cup about to begin, and the Stanley Cup Finals not over yet, The Sports Rabbi Joshua Halickman joined the program to put it all in perspective.
Miriam presented a Yom Yerushalayim recap and a Celebrate Israel Parade preview on this edition of That's Life.
First up: Beit Orot's Zhlomo Zwickler joined the program to share the details of their Yom Yerushalayim celebration as well as insight into the new housing for 24 families that was just revealed.
Then, our friend Elie Klein - having just returned from arguably the hottest concert in Israel - told us what it was like to have Justin Timberlake perform in Tel Aviv and how JT really did with this crowd.
Shifting then to the celebration in New York City this Sunday, the JCRC's Michael Miller gave us a preview of the upcoming events this Sunday and what returning viewers will see this year for the first time.
And finally: Soulfarm's C Lanzbom, who will be performing as the parade's house band, joined us to wrap up the program
On this edition of that's Life, Author of "The Broken and The Whole," Rabbi Charles Sherman joined Miriam on the air to discuss his book, his son Eyal and their family's long long journey.
Plus: Eastern Director of the Simon Wiesenthal Center Rabbi Steve Burg with an update on their efforts and info about upcoming Yom Hashoah events.
All that and more, with insight into Miriam's family's road trip to Florida...
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam hosted The OU's Rabbi Eli Eleff to discuss their pre-Pesach hotline and it's new hours - and who knows? You may speak to Rabbi Eleff himself when you call.
Plus: Aleh's Dov Hirth - hear about their daily operations, how they care for thousands of special needs children in Israel and the bridge they are getting ready to cross (literally)
And finally: remember Sammy Schachter? He was one of Daniel Gordon's contestants on our pre-Purim "Price is Right" Stunt Show from Cedar Market. He joined Miriam on the air as well, giving Miriam and the listeners a little insight into the man behind the jokes.
On this edition of That's Life, Nurse and skin care expert Debbie Shafran joined Miriam, discussing ways to take care of your skin as we move from winter to spring and how what you eat can be a part of that.
Plus: Marleen Litt, Chair of the American Friends of Reuth Young Leadership division and organizer of the Silent Disco - the what??? She explained all the details.
And finally, Shifra Klein, Editor of Joy of Kosher magazine, with a look into their Pesach issue and a peek into what's coming up for Shavuout...
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam hosted Award winning author Ruchama King Feuerman to discuss her latest release "In the Courtyard of the Kabbalist"
Plus, Executive Director for the Organization for the Resolution of Agunot, Rabbi Jeremy Stern, updated Miriam and the listeners on their latest endeavors.
All that and more!
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam continued the discussion from this week's By the Book and delved further into the new Koren Children's Siddur. Joining her was the Dream Team behind this exciting publication: Tani Bayer - Art Director, Rinat Gilboa - Illustrator and Daniel Rose, Phd - Series Editor
Hear how the siddur was illustrated, the meanings behind various illustrations and how a little red headed boy stole everyone's hearts.
All this and more!
On this edition of That's Life, Miriam interviewed Times of Israel's Jessica Steinberg on her newest piece as she covers NBN's MEGA events. Hear who and what this seasoned journalist thought of the MEGA this week in NY.
And hear about the OU's job fair taking place in Chicago today -
Also, Naomi Nachman prsented a preview of Friday, 3/14's live Table for Two at Gourmet Glatt.
On this edition of That's Life, Marc Goldman from Saw You at Sinai joins Miriamto discuss the current trend of singles in their late 30s/early 40s getting married for the first time - hear what Marc thinks is going on.
Also: Elvis and the Jews? Not so crazy. George Gomez, author of "Saving the King" which is soon to be released as a feature length film, joined Miriam on the phone from LA.
On this Episode of That's Life, Miriam was live from the home of One Family in Jerusalem: hear about their incredible organization, how hey are preparing for Purim and how one cookbook can make all the difference.
It's a full hour from beautiful Jerusalem
On this edition of That's Life, William Paul (Bill) Bray, former pitcher for the Washington Nationals (3 seasons), the Cincinnati Reds (6 seasons) and who is now a free agent as he recovers from rotator cuff surgery, joined Miriam on the air. They discussed life, family, values and staying real in a crazy world.
Also: first time on TL but not new to NSN, Jew in the City's Allison Josephs joined Miriam to talk about what she is up to and to discuss their upcoming Pesach with Legendary Destinations.
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam presented a recap of the NSN Kosher Halftime Show and then interviewed some amazing guests. Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg, Clinical Assistant Professor of the Dept of Pediatrics at Wayne State University, and founder/International Director of Kids Kicking Cancer joined Miriam to discuss this incredible organization.
Then, in celebration of NAIM (North American inclusion month), Miriam welcomed Batya Jacobs from YACAHD to the program.
And finally: Rabbi Dr Daniel Roth from the Pardes institute in Jerusalem discussed their upcoming project 9Adar: the Jewish day of constructive conflict.
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam hosted Coach Johnny Halpert, one of Miriam's favorite people, in the studio for a full hour of fun, anecdotes and insights into his new book, "Are You Still Coaching?"
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam welcomed Director of Camp Morasha Jeremy Joszef to the show for a comprehensive preview of their upcoming concert and what's new in camp this summer. And it's national handwriting analysis week! (Who knew?) Dr Ari Kornblit discussed what can be learned from someone's signature and maybe, what Miriam's own writing sample says about her. Yikes!
This episode of That's Life with Miriam L. Wallach was a PACKED edition with several guests and topics. First, Danielle Goldstein, founding member of Israeli Equestrian Team, joined Miriam and discussed the team's hopes for the Rio 2016 Olympics and their Blaze of Glory Design Contest going on right now
Then Rabbi Gil Perl, Dean at the Yeshiva of the South in Memphis, Tenn called in with an update on the court case against the hotel security guard who defaced a sefer Torah over the school shabbaton.
Next: Heddy Abramowitz, artist, blogger and former attorney now living in Jerusalem joined Miriam to discuss her newest piece on Times of Israel and her fascination with challah. (Mine, too!)
And finally, Joseph Gitler, founder at Leket, on being one of the recipients of NBN's inaugural Bonei Olam prize and where Leket is heading in their next ten years...
Yes! All that in 60 minutes -
On this episode of That's Life, Rabbi Steve Burg, Eastern Director for the Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance, joined Miriam Wallach to discuss what seems to be a rash of anti-Semitic gestures and comments, from musicians to athletes.
Then, EDON called in from Chicago with an update on his upcoming concert in the FT Lauderdale area during yeshiva break.
And finally, two pioneering single moms living in Israel launch A to Z Events. Adena Mark and Zahava Englard joined Miriam from Efrat with their story.
On this episode of That's Life, blogger Miriam Mark joined Miriam to share her most recent post and what she learned at the supermarket when she went with her special needs son.
Plus: the return of ping pong phenom Estée Ackerman, and she brought a brand new trophy with her. H/t Eli Hagler #bigbaby
And finally: YU's Dr Steven Fine on a recent NYT's article featuring the work he and some of his students have been doing and why he's really not a Robert Ludlum character.
The show also featured our test balloon of the first video streaming from our studio! Yes: Miriam was the guinea pig.
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam hosted our friend Joanna Shebson from Fun In Jerusalem shares what's new about her site and why Jerusalem is also fun for people who live there.
Then Ariel Sterman from Good St (goodst.com) on how college kids are making a difference and what you could do with $.25 a day.
Finally: is it true about Jews and Chinese food on Dec 25? Find out from Kevin Conen and friends at Eden Wok as they chimed in.
On this episode of That's Life, Dr. Michael Salamon, phd joined Miriam Wallach on the air not to discuss sensitive issues like child abuse or infidelity in the Jewish community, but something even worse: ZUMBA. Miriam also discussed this topic, as well as the topic of rabbinic involvement in people's life choices with Rabbi Eliyahu Fink. On a lighter note: NYU undergrad Adina Lichtman joined Miriam to discuss her "knock knock give a sock" program. Plus tales from Miriam's trip to Israel and the crazy that his been her life this week.
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam interviewed Leon Goldenberg about the art of giving gracefully, and Yummy Schachter about giving of your time. Then Seth Feuerstein Rudin, president of Students Helping Student at YU, joined Miriam to discuss that endeavor as well as why scholarship donations are an investment in our future. And finally, singer/songwriter. Moshe Hecht headlining the fundraising event on Dec 31st in the 5Towns to benefit the Shirat -Devorah ALS foundation. Hear what the community is doing to help one woman and her family cope with her ALS.
On this episode of That's Life Miriam is joined by Robby Berman from HOD to discuss the organization and their upcoming event. Then, ripped from the headlines, Times of Israel correspondent Elchanan Miller about the story he broke regarding Scholastic publishers and a book that seems not to recognize Israel. And finally, author and historian Joel Glazer weighs in on the push by director Ken Burns for everyone to memorize the Gettysburg Address. All that & more.
On this episode of That's Life, it's another packed show - and literally ripped from the headlines. Rabbi Jeremy Stern, Executive Director of ORA (Organization for the Resolution of Agunot) joined Miriam on the air. Plus, R' Yehoshua Marchuck, Dir of OU Alumni Connections, with a new APP for college students. Finally, Beth Steinberg, co-founder of SHUTAF (Inclusion Program for Children and Teens with Special Needs in J'm) on raising special needs children in Israel.
On this episode of That's Life, it's another packed show - and literally ripped from the headlines. Rabbi Jeremy Stern, Executive Director of ORA (Organization for the Resolution of Agunot) joined Miriam on the air. Plus, R' Yehoshua Marchuck, Dir of OU Alumni Connections, with a new APP for college students. Finally, Beth Steinberg, co-founder of SHUTAF (Inclusion Program for Children and Teens with Special Needs in J'm) on raising special needs children in Israel.
On this episode of That's Life Dr Jacob Wisse, Director of the Yehisva University Museum joins Miriam to discuss the new exhibit "Threshold to the Sacred" featuring the door of the Ben Ezra synagogue in Cairo and hand written works of the Rambam.
Plus: Bonni-Dara Michaels, Collections Curator Yeshiva University Museum, on the new report of 139 pieces of art looted by the Nazis and found in a Dutch museum.
Finally: Naomi Nachman with a quick Kosherfest review and a preview of her Friday morning show, Table for Two (9am ET). All that and more!
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam L. Wallach hosts Dr Michael Salamon, PhD to focus on the recent school shootings and how to resist the temptation to wrap your kids in bubble wrap and home school them. Also, Miriam hosts Yeshiva University's Prof Jeffrey Gurock on the NYT's piece last weekend about the Jewish HS in Florida with a competitive football team. No more Friday Night Lights - welcome to Thursday Night Lights. All that and more - and we are still test driving our new morning theme song! Tell us what you think.
On this episode of That's Life Miriam hosts: Children's Book Author and Social Worker Randi Goldfarb to discuss her new book and why going to school for the first time is so hard for kids. Plus, David Cutler, Director of NCSY Summer Programs, shares insights and updates about all of their programs this coming summer. And finally Mattes Weingast joins Miriam for an inside look into the JM Sunday tribute for the 19th yahrzeit of Reb Shlomo Carlebach (10/20/2013)
All that and more, today at 10amET only on the stream.
On this episode of That's Life, Miriam presents a full line up of funny men: 1) Actor/Marine/Orthodox Jew/Comedian Dave Rosner about the TV pilot he is currently shooting in Hawaii called "Hassidic in Hawaii" 2) Comedian and former Israel Tank Gunner Joel Chasnoff who has a show benefitting Emunah this Sunday night (www.emunah.org) 3) Fran Hirmes, president of Emunah, with all of the events going on this weekend in the NY/NJ area and how you can get involved All that and more - including Miriam's new segment: the strangest commmuter daily update
Miriam highlights the upcoming issue of Great Kosher Restaurants Magazine with Elan Kornblum and the Afikim Foundation's "Walk the Land" event with Jason Gardner
On this episode of That's Life: "Bashert," is there really just one person out there for you or can any two people commit to each other and make it work? Rabbi Eliezer Zwickler, LCSW, Marriage Counselor and Spiritual Leader of AABJD in West Orange, NJ joins Miriam on the air for the full hour as we find out.
Danny Senter - the bee guy - joins me on the air - check out his website on njbees.com Plus: Joseph Gitler from Leket Israel on how you can change someone's rosh hashannah this year And Sruli Wiener - one of the youngest entrepreneurs I have every had on - with information about his 4 minim business in J'm
Coach with of the Gold Medal Maccabi USA youth men's basketball team Elliot Steinmetz on the games and the impact of their big win. Plus: Co-owner of the new Gotham Burger on the UWS Avi Roth, and Times of Israel's Jessica Steinberg on the potential 'tchiat hametim' of Better Place - the bankrupt electric vehicle company.
Fun In Jerusalem's Joanna Shebson with fun things to do in and around Jerusalem this summer Plus: the COO of Gelato Petrini, Koby Cohen, presenting this weekend at NYC's Fancy Food Show with what's new in kosher gelato
Dr. Ephraim Kanarfogel, newly appointed University Professor at YU will join me on the air. It is only the 6th time in the University's history that a professor received this distinguished honor. He is now the E. Bill Ivry University Professor of Jewish History, Literature and Law. He also recently won the fifth Goldstein-Goren prize for the best book in Jewish Thought from the International Center for Jewish Thought at Ben-Gurion University.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center's Rabbi Steve Burg joins me to discuss everything from Alicia Keyes to family programs they have available between school and camp. Also: Dr Steven Miller - UConn's Professor of Hebrew, History and Judaic Studies - joins the program to discuss the most unlikely of discoveries made in Old Chesterfield, CT.
Award winning author Professor Jeffrey Gurock weighs in on my newest obsession: the knaidel controversy and what it really means for American Jewry. Also: the Times of Israel's Jessica Steinberg on why some Israeli authors just love writing children's books. Plus: the craziest thing to happen to me this week