"Jews Shmooze" is a podcast that features the most prolific and well known Jews. In each 15-30 minute episode, guests will speak about their profession and the experiences they've had along the way.
After starting Shalom Task Force in 1992, Nechama Wolfson founded Shlavim in 2006 to help lift Israeli children out of poverty, and continues to serve as the president. Through a vast network of supportive programs, Shlavim is ensuring Israel’s next generation has all the practical and emotional support it needs to build a better future. Hear about how she started two amazing organizations, Shlavims' remarkable response to October 7th, and more.Check out their website: www.shlavimusa.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shlavim.organization?igsh=MWtvbGYxdm4zZnJ0NA==
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Rabbi Shmuel Fox reflects on his childhood, life in the Rabbinate, some of his notable encounters with iconic figures of Jewish history, the changes in the Religious and national communties over the past 100 years, and much more.-----To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Karmela Waldman is a Holocaust survivor and has been a licensed marriage therapist for over 40 years. Today, she co-hosts a podcast with her son called Surviving the Survivor and has just released a book with him titled “Surviving the Survivor: A Brutally Honest Conversation about Life (& Death) with My Mom: A Holocaust Survivor, Therapist & My Podcast Co-Host.” Hear about her life, the book, and more!To buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Surviving-Survivor-Conversation-Holocaust-Therapist/dp/B0CQWKXS8WTo hear the podcast: https://survivingthesurvivor.com/-----To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Today, Rabbi YY Jacobson has lectured in 6 continents, 40 states, and has a huge website solely dedicated to his shiurim. How did he get his big break? Why did he start his website? Would Rabbi YY Jacobson consider trying to become the next Lubavitcher Rebbe? Hear all this and more in this episode!
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Hear about why someone chose to become a psychiatrist, how the field of mental health evolved over the years, the recent history of psychology and Rabbanim, how to mentally approach the ongoing situation in Israel, and so much more.---Jacob L. Freedman, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and a business consultant based in Israel. After completing his training as an award-winning chief resident at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Dr. Freedman and his wife followed their lifelong dream and made aliyah to Israel with their family. When he's not with his patients, Dr. Freedman can be found learning Torah in the Old City or hiking in the hills outside of Jerusalem. He can be reached via his website, drjacoblfreedman.com.---Book links:- https://www.amazon.com/Things-Told-My-Patients/dp/B0CT61H731- https://www.amazon.com/Off-Couch-Dr-Jacob-Freedman/dp/1614654441https://www.amazon.com/Me-Uncle-Baruch-Families-Coping/dp/1614655901Dr. Yaakov Freedman Consulting: http://drjacoblfreedman.com/---To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Hear how one person went from being a Rebbe in Silver Spring to writing 8 books, becoming a member of the Knesset, and founder Yad L'Olim. All in under 20 years. Dov Lipman discusses his journey to the government and Yad L'Olim, his positive outlook, and more. To learn more about Yad L'Olim: Yad L’Olim | A voice for Olim, their families, and global Jewry (yadlolim.org)-----To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
24Six is a device and app that allows streaming of all Kosher music, podcasts, and videos with no ads or concerning content. Hear where the idea came from, what happened when Rabbanim were asked about it, the success thus far, and so much more.
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Popinsanity has been featured by Oprah, Today Show, and Good Morning America. There is a reason their popcorn is known around the world and a top gift for events, families, and every other occasion. Listen to hear about their incredible story.Popinsanity.comTo sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
TorahAnytime.com has over 300,000 video shiurim and over 12,000,000 hours of played shiurim every year. Hear everything about how the largest digital torah platform started and continues to run. Plus, reach out to TorahAnytime to help with their upcoming fundraiser!Movie of TorahAnytime's history: www.BeyondWalls.filmSee all their programs: EverythingTorahAnytime.comContact: 917-681-0003 or Shimon@TorahAnytime.com.To sponsor an episode, reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Rabbi Daniel Z. Feldman is a Rosh Yeshiva at YU. He also serves as the Executive Editor of the RIETS initiative of YU Press. Rabbi Feldman is the author of “The Right and The Good: Halakhah and Human Relations”; “Divine Footsteps: Chesed and the Jewish Soul”; “False Facts and True Rumors: Lashon Hara in Contemporary Culture”; as well as five volumes of Talmudic essays entitled Binah BaSefarim, which have been published with the approbations of R’ Avraham Schapira, R’ Ovadiah Yosef, R’ Natan Gestetner, R’ Zalman Nechemiah Goldberg, R’ Asher Weiss and others. Rabbi Feldman is the co-editor of more than ten volumes of Talmudic essays and Jewish Thought and serves on the editorial board of Tradition, and has also written for publications such as Jewish Action, The Orthodox Forum, and the Oxford Handbook of Judaism and Economics. He is a frequent lecturer in locations across America and abroad. Rabbi Feldman is also the spiritual leader of Ohr Saadya of Teaneck, NJ.Hear about everything from his experiences in KBY and Morasha Kollel to how he got a Ronald Reagan signed picture and everything in between.Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Sara Rivka Yekutiel was easily winning national karate championships and was a lock for the Olympics. Then, despite not being an observant Jew, she gave it all up for Rosh Hashana. Listen to hear about her fascinating journey.
Also, you can check out her new book: Raizi and the Passover Plans. Available on Amazon and at other book stores: https://www.amazon.com/Raizi-Passover-Plans-Sara-Rivka-Yekutiel/dp/195638166X.
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After growing up in America, learning Arabic, and studying for 6 months as a Jew in Jordan, Noam Ivri Adanani made aliya. In Israel he served in the army and assisted with international diplomatic work before becoming a senior consultant at APCO Worldwide. As a resident of Sderot, his family was evacuated after October 7th and Noam was called back to the IDF.
Hear about what motivated his big decisions and the experiences he had. Why did he learn Arabic, move to Israel, and serve in the army? What did that teach him? What happened to his family in Sderot when the war started and what has happened since. Listen to hear all this and more!
To learn more about the events of Noam and his family since October 7th, you can see the following news pieces covering him:
Initial Days of the War:
9 October 2023, Jerusalem Post “Unprepared: The war’s first 48 hours in Sderot” https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-767618
11 October 2023. Euronews Albania (Albanian Prime-Time Morning TV Show appearance to discuss life in Sderot on the 4th day of the war) https://euronews.al/cifti-izraelit-3-dite-te-izoluar-kemi-dale-vetem-1-here-nga-shtepia-per-ushqime/
Full 30-minute interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65Kha9tN7Bc
12 October 2023. NTD, “Israeli Couple Recounts Waiting out Hamas Attack in Rocket Shelter.” https://www.ntd.com/israeli-couple-recounts-waiting-out-hamas-attack-in-rocket-shelter_947446.html
Since:
1 February 2024. Jerusalem Post, “As Israel's southern Sderot evacuees return, questions remain over Gaza border future.” https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-784758
6 February 2024. i24 News, “The October 7th Horrors and Homecoming to Sderot,” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mnsn_jZgwU0
9 February, 2024. Voice of America, “Residents of Town Near Gaza Start Coming Back” https://www.voanews.com/a/residents-of-town-near-gaza-start-coming-back/7480826.html
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For more than 15 years, Elie Klein has worked tirelessly to promote the work of ADI. Known for its individualized care, cutting-edge therapies, residency programs and innovative disability inclusion programming, ADI has become one of Israel’s most impactful organizations for people with disabilities.Hear about his journey, what ADI is all about and why it is one of the most magical places on Earth. Learn more about ADI at adi-il.org.Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/zka02m
Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein, representing New York's 48th Assembly District, joins to discuss his start in politics, what effects his decisions, why it matters that he has spent his whole life in the district he represents, why it's so important to have an office that can help the community, and so much more!
With a background in legislative affairs and intergovernmental work, Simcha has played a crucial role in advocating for the City of New York, crafting essential legislation, and assisting communities in reclaiming unclaimed funds. Join us as we explore his impressive journey, community engagement, and dedication to serving the people of New York.
Side point: I have to thank the staffers of Assemblyman Eichenstein for working with me for almost half a year to plan this and for all their help with the recording and everything else. When Simcha said he values having an office that is for the people, I was able to say I've heard that from everybody and experienced it.
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Nissim Black is a household name in Jewish homes with 4 albums, 39 singles, and nearly 30 million YouTube views. Nissim shares his extraordinary journey, from growing up in Seattle with parents who pioneered the rap scene to facing challenges like drugs and violence.He opens up about pivotal moments that led him away from that life and toward change, shedding light on the positive memories of his youth that often go unnoticed. Nissim also discusses his transition to Judaism and the challenges and acceptance he encountered along the way. In a rapid-fire round, he reveals his favorite lyrics, favorite Jewish rapper, and most memorable performance. Finally, Nissim shares the one question he wished he'd been asked in all his interviews. Don't miss this candid and insightful conversation with Nissim Black!Nissim's YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCAnRqJ-SIowmwBnBVemb_zAKeep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Hear Lauren Danneman share her unique insights and experiences. We delve into her journey as an Orthodox woman in the Federation, her impactful trips to places like Ethiopia, and her inspiring work with Ukrainian refugees. We also touch upon her personal experiences as a parent of two disabled children and explore her thoughts on the challenges facing the Jewish world today. Join us for a candid conversation with this passionate leader.
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Since 1982, Jeff Seidel has done kiruv in Israel and helped tens of thousands of Jews find shabbos meals there, he’s offered free tours and classes through his Jewish Student Centers at Hebrew U in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv University, Ben-Gurion University in Beersheba, and IDC in Herzliya. He has also authored “The Jewish Traveler’s Resource Guide,” which lists Shabbat placement programs around the world.
Explore Jeff Seidel's impactful journey guiding Jewish college students to their heritage. Learn how his background in psychology led to a full-time role in kiruv. Discover his innovative approach through meeting people where they are and Shabbos meals and hear heartwarming success stories. Jeff's unwavering dedication, adapting across diverse contexts, and so much more make this episode fascinating. Tune in to witness Jeff Seidel's mission of forging connections and igniting Jewish pride.
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Doron Sheffer played Division one basketball for the UConn Huskies and won Big East Conference Rookie of the Year. With an impressive career, he won the Big East Championship three years in a row and was named to the school's all 20th century team. After being drafted by the LA Clippers, he went to play in Israel and won four straight Israeli League championships.
Now, as a Speaker, Life Coach, Workshop Presenter & Writer, Doron shares his experiences and insights on mental health and the power of the mind. He has published two books, Anani and The Game of Life, which provide practical tools for personal growth and transformation.
Join us as we dive deep into Doron's journey, from his early days as a basketball player to his current work as a coach and writer. We explore the importance of mental health and the mind-body connection, and how it can impact our success in sports, business, and life. This episode is full of valuable lessons and inspiration for anyone looking to reach their full potential.
Check out his website: https://www.doronsheffer.com/
Check out his books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Doron-Sheffer/author/B0B76TYZVY?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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Shuey Jacob has an impressive background in the sports world, having worked with several professional sports teams and tech companies. In the podcast, he shares insights on his journey and experiences, including his involvement with the David Right Foundation and his recent investment in the Rhode Island Football Club. He also provides valuable advice for those who aspire to work in the sports industry. Additionally, he talks about his favorite experiences and shares the one question he wished he would be asked.
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Aliza Pilichowksi is the Mayor of Mitzpe Yericho, a community with hundreds of families that is 20 minutes away from Yerushaliam. Hear about how she became the mayor, what it is like, how Mitzpe Yericho decides where to allocate their resources, and more! Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com Listen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903 Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Aviad Amitai is the president and owner of Nachshon VIP tours, a company that provides VIP tour services in Israel. He’s a biblical scholar, entrepreneur, and also a managing partner and co-founder at Lucent investments. Additionally, he is involved with many interesting investments and projects. Hear about his special menorah, how he is trying to bring Noach's teiva to Israel, an exciting exhibit about the Raid on Entebbe, and how he is using VR to change Torah education. You can also find out about the tours he has given, the guests he has brought, how it lead to his involvement in the Abraham Accords, where to visit in Israel and so much more!Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com Listen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903
Rabbi Yaniv Meirov is the founder and head of CHAZAQ, an organization which has inspired and revitalized communities across the world through lectures, magazines and newsletters in many languages, an online radio program, chavrusa programs, a shidduch service, and so much more. CHAZAQ has a YouTube channel with over 1,000 videos, a Torah Anytime page with over 4,000 recordings, runs free events and programming, and touches the lives of so many. Hear about the start, the success and challenges from the start, what they do when families are not supportive of change, and so much more.
To get updates about their upcoming events, donate, volunteer, or find out more, you can contact them through email at info@Chazaq.org, call them at 718-285-9132, or visit their website at Chazaq.org.
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Sara shares her journey of starting Soupergirl during a recession with no prior knowledge of the industry. She talks about her experience appearing on Shark Tank, her company's expansion into grocery stores, and working alongside her mother to build the brand.
Sara also discusses the importance of maintaining Kosher standards in her business and how it has influenced her product development. She shares valuable insights into the challenges of running a successful food business, as well as her commitment to using sustainable and locally sourced ingredients.
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Adam Edelman is an Olympian who represented Israel in bobsledding at the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. He coaches for Maccabi USA, has given TEDx talks, was a Forbes 30 under 30 member, and has done so much more. Hear about how he started bobsledding, where his motivation comes from, what it takes to be self-funded, how he put together a team that is half Arab and half Jewish, and so much more!
Find out more about the team and/or donate on their website: https://www.israelbobsled.team/
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Judge Solomson is a judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims, is the author of Court of Federal Claims: Jurisdiction, Practice, and Procedure, and does so much more. Hear about his book, how he became a judge, what it is like, why he gives back to the community, and so much more.Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Susie Fishbein is the legendary author of the Kosher Palette, Kosher by Design, Kosher by Design Entertains, Kosher By Design Lightens Up, Kosher by Design Short on Time, and so many other cookbooks that have provided you with recipes for your meals on shabbos and yom tov. She is also a culinary teacher. Hear about what went in to the first cookbook, if there was ever writers block, her favorite experience, how to create recipes, and so much more!---Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Hear about making aliya to Chevron, becoming an iconic tour guide, parshas Chayei Sara, Rav Shlomo Carlebach, and so much more. Rabbi Simcha Hochbaum is the Director of Tourism for the Chevron Fund, leads legendary tours primarily in Chevron and Yerushaliam, hosted thousands every year for shabbos meals, teaches in yeshivas and seminaries, and does so much more.---Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
Rabbi Uri Pilichowski was a Rabbi in California and Florida before moving to Mitzpe Yericho. He founded and runs an organization called "Crossing the Line" and is involved with many other groups. He writes for The Times of Israel, Jerusalem Post, Jewish Press, The Forward, and other news sites. You can find him on social media @Rational_Settler.Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903
He’s the co-founder and co-publisher of the Jewish Link, a weekly Jewish newspaper that links Northern and Central New Jersey, the Bronx, Manhattan, Westchester and Connecticut. Hear Moshe comment on what inspired the start of the publication, if it has became what he dreamed of, how he handles the challenges and the constant grind, what is allowed in, the future, and so much more. You can keep up with the paper online: https://jewishlink.news/
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Hear about how and when Jake Turx got into journalism, if he thinks there is antisemitism in the media, his presidential impressions, and so much more! Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Kiddush Club Podcast. A podcast that lets you get in on all the news you need to know and has occasional interviews giving you all the hock without making you miss a word of davening. Funny, informative, and enjoyable. Hear about the start, their episodes, staying anonymous, and so much more! Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Chanale is a singer, songwriter, producer, podcast host, and more. Hear about how she started, the challenges she's overcame, how she's paving a path for others, about her podcast, and so much more. Follow her on all social media platforms, hear her music wherever you listen to music, and listen to her podcast called The Weekly Squeeze on any platform. Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
The creator and lead singer of Shlock Rock, a band with 42 albums and over 520 songs that are parody, original, or specifically for children. Shlock Rock is also the only Jewish music group to have performed in all 50 US states. Lenny Solomon also founded the Four Corners Project, https://4cornersproject.org/. Check out Shlock Rock on any music platform. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Gregory Zuckerman has been a Special Writer at The Wall Street Journal for over 25 years and is a three-time winner of the Gerald Loeb award — the highest honor in business journalism. He’s also written 5 books on a variety of topics which have won a number of awards and been translated into additional languages. At the Journal, Greg writes about big financial firms, personalities and trades, hedge funds, the energy revolution and other investing and business topics. Previously, Greg was the lead writer of the widely read “Heard on the Street” column and covered the credit markets, among other beats. Greg appears regularly on CNBC, Fox Business, Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg Television and various television networks. He makes regular appearances on National Public Radio, BBC, ABC Radio, Bloomberg Radio and radio stations around the globe. Greg gives speeches to business groups on a variety of topics. He has spoken to groups in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Dallas, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Calgary, Montreal and Niagara Falls. Check out his full bio and his amazing books at: https://www.gregoryzuckerman.com/ Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Rabbi Reiss is the Sgan Av Bes Din of the Bes Din of America, Av Bes Din of the Chicago Rabbinical Council, serves as a Rosh Yeshiva at Yeshiva University, is a member of the editorial board of Tradition, and is involved with so much more. To keep in touch with the podcast, follow us on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze or email us at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
If you have pictures in your house of Rabbanim or Rebbes from previous generations, MD Yarmish probably took them. He shot the picture of the Steipler on the cover of his biography or the famous picture of Rav Moshe sitting outside in the summer. MD Yarmish is also a collector of photos and videos from the past. Hear about how he got into photography, what went into some of his shots, and so much more! To keep in touch with the podcast, follow us on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze or email us at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Tova Fish-Rosenberg is the founder and producer of Names, Not Numbers & director of the YUHSB program at Yeshivat Makor Chaim in Israel. Hear about what those programs are, how she runs them, and more! Check out the Names, Not Number website: https://www.namesnotnumbers.org/ Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze or reach out about sponsoring or with other comments at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Elie Kligman is a Shabbos observing MLB prospect. He is currently the first Shabbos observant Jew in NCAA D1 baseball. He was drafted by the Washington Nationals, was awarded First Team All Conference Honors all four years of high school, and has done so much more. Hear about when he realized he might go pro, if he thinks he represents the jewish people, his favorite memory, and so much more. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Dr. Jonathan Donath is the founder and head of Daily Giving (www.DailyGiving.org). Listen to find out how it started, how he has time, about the book he published as a chiropractor, and so much more! To donate and/or find out more about their charity, go to www.DailyGiving.org Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Rabbi Shlomo Litvin is the Chabad Rabbi of Central Kentucky and University of Kentucky, a National Antisemitism Advocate, and Chaplain to the Kentucky State House. He is also called the Clubhouse Rabbi and has a large following on Twitter among many other things. Hear when he found out he wanted to be a Rabbi, the things he's doing every week, incorrect assumptions people have about Chabad, and so much more. Rabbi Litvin encourages you to get in touch with him on most social media pages @BluegrassRabbi.
Ilan Block is an artist whose work is popular on Twitter, has been on the cover of magazines, and might be on your wall. Hear about how he got into art, how life experiences tie into it, and so much more. You can also follow him on all social media platforms. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Shlomo Levinger is a magician who performs at camps, events, for professional sports players, and others. Hear when he got started, how he works with crowds, what it was like doing magic for Mike Trout and Alex Bregman, the story of how he made his own trick, and so much more. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Listen to hear about Norman Gildin. He's a professional fundraiser who's raised more than $93,000,000 for nonprofit organizations during nearly four and a half decades. He also recently released a book titled: "Learn From My Experiences: A Collection of Essays on Fundraising for Proffesionals, Layleaders, Volunteers, and the Public" which can be purchased at https://normangildin.com/m Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Hear about Ari Zoldan! He is an entrepreneur, a radio and TV commentator on Fox, CNN, CNBC and other big platforms, a speaker and media personality, and bestselling author. He is also the CEO and Founder of an ecommerce company called Quantum Media and he oversaw an expansion from a startup in 2008 to multi million dollar company in 2014, gaining the company over a 4,000 percent increase in revenue. He’s an adjunct professor at YU, a contributor for Forbes and other big sites and is involved with so much more. Get in touch with him on all platforms. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
This week's episode is with Jason Greenblatt. He is a diplomat, lawyer, commentator, and podcast host of The Diplomat hosted by Newsweek and he served in the White House under the Trump administration as Assistant to the President and Special Representative for International Negotiations. He served as the White House Special Envoy to the Middle East and just released a book titled In The Path of Abraham: How Donald Trump Made Peace in the Middle East and How to Stop Joe Biden from Unmaking It. Hear about if he always wanted to be involved with politics, how he ended up at the White House, about his new book, and so much more! Make sure to purchase the book! In the Path of Abraham: How Donald Trump Made Peace in the Middle East—and How to Stop Joe Biden from Unmaking It https://www.amazon.com/Path-Abraham-Donald-East-Unmaking/dp/1637583095 Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Nicknamed “The Jewish Jordan” by Sports Illustrated in 1999, Tamir Goodman is a former professional basketball player and current entrepreneur, coach, consultant and motivational speaker. Tamir was ranked the 25th best high school basketball player in the nation, and he gained national attention after averaging over 35 points per game his junior year, all while remaining faithful to his Orthodox Jewish upbringing. Tamir was also named MVP of the prestigious “Capital Classic All-Star Game,” an award won by Shaquille O’Neal, Lebron James and other NBA stars.
Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Rabbi Jonathan Cohen is the assistant director of admissions for Yeshiva University in Israel and is the director of professional recruitment for NCSY. From hosting students learning in Israel for Shabbos meals, to running a very popular Whatsapp status, he is also involved with many other elements of the Jewish world. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Sami Steigmann is a Holocaust Survivor who lives to tell his story. Through speaking at schools, organizations, media outlets, and more, he is passionate about his role of sharing a fresh perspective on hope, life, and faith. Check out his website: SamiSpeaks.com and you can email him at Sami1939@gmail.com (contact information is shared at the request of Sami). If you have any questions, Sami encourages you to reach out! Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
Rabbi Berel Wein is a Rabbi, lecturer, and writer. He authored several books, in both Hebrew and English, concerning Jewish history and popularized the subject through more than 1,000 audio tapes, newspaper articles and international lectures. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
This weeks guest is Eitan Katz. He has 12 albums, 10 singles, and has appeared in 11 other albums. You’ve probably also heard him sing at simchas, kumzitzes, and many other places. Eitan discusses his start as a musician, his thoughts on Jewish music, and so much more. Hear his music on any platform. Check out his website eitankatz.com and follow him on all social media platforms.
Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
This episode is with Eli Lebowicz! He’s a Jewish comedian who performs everywhere including Pesach programs, shul dinners, comedy clubs and high schools. Listen to hear how he got started, what he does if there's a tough audience, what it's like being a Jewish comedian, and more! Check him out on Twitter, Facebook, and his website https://www.elicomedy.com. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com
This episode is with Hillel Fuld. He is an American Israeli technology blogger, vlogger, business advisor, and international speaker. He’s involved with some of the biggest brands you know like Google, Apple, and IBM and might be involved with some of the brands you will know one day. He writes for the biggest tech companies you know like Inc, The Next Web, and Business Insider. Make sure to check him out on Twitter (@HilzFuld), Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and his website HillelFuld.com.
This episode is with Rabbi Mendy Chitrik. He’s been the Chief Rabbi of the Ashkenazi Jewish community of Turkey since 2003 and has also been the chairman of the Alliance of Rabbis in Islamic States since 2019. He previously served as a permanent member of the Standing Committee of the Conference of European Rabbis for 6 years. In addition, he is a field representative for the OU and other major kosher organizations, a shochet, Sofer and a mohel. Rabbi Chitrik has published several books on Jewish life in Turkish and, being fluent in six languages, Rabbi Chitrik is likely the last rabbi in the world to deliver a weekly Torah class in Ladino. He is also a sought-after lecturer.
Nachi Gordon is co-host of the Meaningful People Podcast and Founder & CEO of Meaningful Minute. He has been on the cover of Ami Magazine, hosted events, released a book through Meaningful Minute, and so much more. Listen here to learn about the origins and behind the scenes of what he does. What it's like to be on the cover of an international magazine, how he views other Jewish podcasts, why did he start Meaningful Minute and the Podcast, who from the past he'd want to interview, and so much more. Check out the Meaningful People Podcast on their website (https://www.meaningfulpeoplepodcast.com) or any podcast platform. Text Meaningful Minute to subscribe at 516-668-3725. Follow Jews Shmooze on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze or on any podcast platform.
Rabbi Hanoch Teller has published 28 books to date that have sold over a quarter million copies worldwide, he's lectured in 25 countries across 5 continents, has a podcast called Teller From Jerusalem, is very involved at Yad Vashem, and is part of so much more. Hear about how he got started, how he does it, what goes on behind the scenes, the most underapreciated part of history, and more. Make sure to check out the books, podcast, and lectures from Rabbi Teller! Thanks for listening!
For this episode Oriel Inzlicht joins to talk about what it's like to catch sharks, advice he has for young fisherman, and so much more! Hope you enjoy! He's the youngest in the NOAA Apex Predator Shark Tagging program. He was featured on CBS 2. And he's in the American Littoral Society Fish Tagging program
Rabbi Schiller is a Baal Teshuva, was a high school Rebbe for over 50 years, help found the yeshiva hockey league, is extremely knowledgeable in many different subjects, and has many other interesting accolades. Listen to this episode to here about all these and so much more! Make sure to follow us on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze for all updates and information about the podcast.
Shmeel is known as one of the best clothing brands on the rise. Having more than 66,000 Instagram followers, many sold-out releases, NBA and NFL players wearing his clothes to their games, and having done collaborations with Super Bowl champion Leonard Fournette have all made Shmeel an exciting and growing brand. Listen here to find out how he started, the challenges he overcame, what the highlights have been so far, why working on Shabbos has never been a consideration, and so much more. Follow Shmeel on Instagram @shmeel.nyc and follow this podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze
Moshe Kolat joins the Jews Shmooze podcast for this episode! Moshe is known as a Twitter comedian with over 2,000 followers who you may have also seen in Jewish magazines around your house or on almost every other Jewish podcast. Listen to this episode to find out how he got started, what goes into a tweet, what his own podcast would be called, and so much more! Also, make sure to follow Moshe on Twitter @Moshe_Kolat
Rabbi David Bashevkin is the author of Top 5, Sin-a-gogue, and B'Rogez Rachem Tizkor. He has also written many articles, hosts the 1840 Podcast, has over 9,000 Twitter followers and has done so much more. To hear about his thoughts and experiences, listen now! Find out more about him at his website https://dbashideas.com/ or on Twitter @DBashIdeas Hear his podcast on all platforms titled 1840. To stay up to date with the newest episodes and news about this podcast, follow us on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze
R' Mark Wildes founded and currently runs the Manhattan Jewish Experience (MJE). He has also blogged for the Times of Israel and the Huffington Post. He's been on TV and recently published a book titled "40 Day Challenge".
Buy the book on Amazon (https://tinyurl.com/tf78fws) or Kodesh Press (https://kodeshpress.com/product/the-40-day-challenge/).
Founded by Rabbi Wildes in 1998, MJE is a warm and open community where millennial men and women in their 20s and 30s can explore Jewish life and meet new people. MJE runs a wide range of inclusive, engaging and innovative programs for thousands of young Jewish professionals, including Shabbat Dinners, Holiday Events and Parties, Ski Trip, Classes, Beginner Services, Trips to Israel, Marching in the Israel Day Parade and much more. MJE was founded in memory of Ruth B. Wildes z”l.
Rav Aryeh Stechler served as a community Rav and as a high school Rebbe for many years. Now, Rav Stechler is the Rosh Yeshiva at Heichal Hatorah. In this episode, Rav Stechler discusses aspects of his current role, some of the thoughts and experiences that have come with it, and so much more!
Thanks for checking out episode 10 with Zusha! Zusha is the first podcast guest(s) that is more than one person. Their unique music is extremely popular, inspiring and trendy all around the world. In this episode they discuss everything about their identity, how their music comes into being, meaningful experiences, and so much more!!
The following is part of the description of their music on their website: Creatively weaving the lyrical light of ancient Jewish wisdom and poetry together with 21st century vessels of expression and artistry — each song and performanceis an offering, an opening, an opportunity to connect and commit to that deepest point of authenticity within. For those who truly believe that music is medicine, Zusha is a veritable dispensary.
Make sure to check out Zusha on all platforms and to follow the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze
Shloime Dachs joined for episode nine! As someone who has released many albums and performed at countless Simchas, Shloime is an icon in the Jewish music world. In this episode, he speaks about his life as a singer, the challenges that arise, his advice for others, and so much more! Also, Shloime and his son (Dovid Dachs) recently released a video on YouTube titled Im Eshkocheich. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/FZaDmIfqToc
Make sure to check out all music from Shloime on any platform. To stay up to date with the podcast, follow Jews Shmooze on any podcast platform and follow the Twitter account @Jews_Shmooze
Adam Neuman joins for episode 8! Adam speaks about his youth, why he got his job, what he does, how it changed his sports experience and so much more! The Big Ten Conference (B1G) is the oldest Division I collegiate athletic conference in the United States. The Big Ten universities are the Universities of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Wisconsin, Michigan State, Northwestern, Ohio State, Penn State, Purdue, and Rutgers. Enjoy the episode and check us out on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze
Rabbi JJ Schacter joined for episode seven! Rabbi JJ Schacter spoke about the positions he has held, his writings, the life and legacy of his father and much more. Rav Schacter also said one thing that everyone listening should do. To find out about all of this and so much more, listen to this episode of the Jews Shmooze podcast.
Benny Friedman joined the podcast for episode 6! Benny is a superstar singer who has released 8 albums and 17 singles to date. In this episode, Benny speaks about being a Jewish singer, his thoughts and lets us into his extremely busy and interesting life. Check out all his music by searching Benny Friedman on every platform and check out our Twitter page @Jews_Shmooze for all the latest updates.
Michael Rollhaus joined for episode 5! Michael does everything including running a custom furniture company, serving as a former baseball GM for the best Israeli team, is a ranked stair climber and heads the Michael and Gila Rollhaus Foundation. To hear about all this and more, check out this podcast!
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Nachum Segal joined for episode 4! Nachum is famous for his time as host of JM in the AM and now as host of the Nachum Segal Network. He also serves as master of ceremonies at many events and has been leading yomim nora'im davening for the past four decades. Check out this episode where Nachum discusses everything from his start in radio to where he is today. Enjoy! Check out Nachum at his website: https://nachumsegal.com/
Rabbi Shlomo Katz, Jewish singer and Rabbi, joins for episode three of the podcast. Rav Shlomo speaks about everything: When did he realize that he wanted to be a singer and a Rabbi? How are songs composed? How does he deal with being compared to family members? How does he decide what torah to share? And so much more.
Aryeh Kunstler is a Jewish singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer. Hear about his beginnings, if he knows when a song will go big, what he wants from his music and so much more!
Yaakov Langer, the face of Yid With Sign and co-host of the Meaningful People Podcast, joins for the first podcast. Yid With Sign has over ten thousand followers and the Meaningful People Podcast is currently the most viewed Jewish podcast in the world. Yaakov discusses both of these as well as his everyday life, upbringing and some crazy stories from his past.