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Jews Shmooze
by Jews Shmooze
"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.
Episodes
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Naftali Kempeh - Singer
Naftali Kempeh is one of Jewish music’s most sought-after voices, with eight albums, more than 25 singles, and a presence that electrifies kumzitsen, weddings, and concert stages around the world. From his upbringing in Tifrach and early Carlebach influences to carving out a unique sound embraced...
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Frank Meeink - From White Supremacist, Neo-Nazi, Skinhead to Observant Jew
Frank Meeink made headlines throughout the years for his jaw dropping journey from being a skinhead and neo-nazi white supremacit to becoming a fully observant and practicing Jew. He has written an autobiography titled Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead and has been the basis for a character…
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R' Dan Roth - Torah Live Founder
Rabbi Dan Roth, founder of Torah Live, shares the story behind one of the most innovative Torah education platforms today. From the original spark that led him to merge cutting-edge technology with authentic Torah learning, to the challenges of keeping Torah relevant in a rapidly changing world,...
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Sam Salz - 1st Orthodox D1 Football Athlete
Sam Salz made headlines a few years ago as the only Orthodox Jewish NCAA Division I football player, but his story goes far beyond the title. He didn’t grow up playing football, yet found himself training for nine months alongside the Texas A&M practice field and ultimately suiting up for one of...
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Mitchell Silk - 1st Chassidic Jew Confirmed By U.S. Senate For Senior Federal Position
Mitchell Silk led the 2019 China trade deal, designed the CARES Act, produced the three-volume, 2,000-page ArtScroll Kedushas Levi, and runs the Agudath Israel Legal Support Services — all while volunteering there too. (Yes, this is all the same person.) He’s now out with a new book: A Seat at…
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This Tisha Ba'av, turn tears into Action (ft. Shmuel Sackett)
Hear about the groundbreaking, first of its kind initiative called Uniting Torah which unites the 4 Torah worlds. Let’s show Hashem that the divisions of the past no longer define us. Now every Jew can support all Torah worlds equally. This time, we give to each other. www.UnitingTorah.com/js
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Mark Wilf - NFL Owner & Philanthropist
Mark Wilf is best known as the co-owner and President of the Minnesota Vikings, but his impact extends far beyond the football field. In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore how his upbringing as the child of Holocaust survivors shaped his leadership, his deep commitment to Jewish...
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Sivan Rahav Meir - Israeli TV, TedX Speaker, Radio Show, International Lecturer, Author & More
Sponsored Message: Support Yeshivas Dover Tzedek, a chashuv yeshiva in Lakewood, and enter their raffle for a $10,000 dining room set. Tickets are $99 and proceeds go to support Torah learning. Enter here: https://thechesedfund.com/yeshivadovertzedek/dining-room-set-raffle Or call/text…
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Robert Aumann - Won Noble Prize, Harvey Prize, Israel Prize
Professor Aumann discusses childhood in Germany, influences after moving to America, why he went to Israel, his son who was killed in the Lebanon War, what winning a Noble Prize feels like, how Game Theory can solve the hostage crisis and religious ideas, and much more. Professor Robert Aumann is…
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Joseph Gitler - Leket Israel CEO & Founder
Hear how Joseph Gitler founded and runs Leket Israel. In 2024, they had 160 employees, 95,000 volunteers, 63 dedicated food rescue vehicles, 33,340 tons of food, among other incredible numbers. Leket Israel deals with harvesting surplus agricultural produce and collecting cooked meals then…
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Richard Joel - President Emeritus of Yeshiva University and Hillel
Hear President Joel speak about his childhood, the unexpected road to presidency, reflections on the job, and much more! ----- To sponsor an episode: [email protected] on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts…
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R' Ari Dembitzer - Camp Simcha Director and Boys Head Counselor, Senior Rabbi in Omaha, Nebraska
Find out what brought R' Dembitzer, also known as Dembi, to Camp Simcha, what brings him back, why the summer is so meaningful, how he ended up in Omaha, and so much more. ----- To sponsor an episode: [email protected] on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA:...
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Arnon Shorr - Award Winning Writer, Director, Author
Arnon Shorr is a comic book author and graphic novelist, as well as a screenwriter, director, film producer, and more. He has been nominated for and has won many awards for his productions. Hear about his journey to and through film as well as reflections on the art itself. Links referenced in...
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Moishe Bane - President Emeritus of Orthodox Union
Moishe Bane is the president emeritus of the Orthodox Union and was senior partner for almost 17 years at Ropes & Gray LLP. He’s also been the national chairman for NCSY, started Kayama, and held a variety of other communal roles. Hear about his influences, experiences, and thoughts from decades…
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Roy Wolf - VP of Matzot Aviv & 6th Gen Matzo Maker
Matzot Aviv makes 26,000 matzot and sends them to US, Korea, and everywhere in between. Hear from Roy Wolf about the company history, manufacturing process, and more. He is also co-founded a brand for premium keto food products. website: http://www.matzotaviv.com/ They are also in Trader Joe's…
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R' Shimon Szimonowitz - Head of Machon Aleh Zayis
Is all content accepted? Are there too many seforim out already? What is Machon Aleh Zayis and how did it start? Hear all this and more from R' Szimonowitz. AlehZayis.com The Legacy Haggadah: https://alehzayis.com/product/legacy-haggadah-%D7%95%D7%94%D7%92%D7%93%D7%AA-%D7%9C%D7%91%D7%A0%D7%9A/...
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Zevi Samet - Captain of YU Basketball Team
Zevi Samet is a captain on the YU basketball team and host of the YU Ball: beyond the court podcast. Hear about his journey on the court and his amazing off the court initiatives. To contact Zevi about speaking opportunities or the podcast: [email protected] Links mentioned in the…
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Rabbi Avi Schnall - Assemblyman & Agudah Director of Federal Education Affairs
Assemblyman Rabbi Avi Schnall represents the 30th legislative district in the New Jersey General Assembly. He also is director of federal education affairs at the Agudah and Co-hosts the Oorahthon broadcast every year. You may have seen him in videos about tuition cuts, speaking in Trenton, or...
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Dmitry Salita - Boxer, Won US Nationals, Golden Gloves, Sugar Ray Robinson Award, Golden Gloves MVP, World Champion, WBF Junior Welterweight World Title, IBF & WBA International, 35-2-1 (18 KOs)
Dmitry Salita immigrated from Ukraine to the USA where he became an international champion in the boxing ring and a Shabbos observant Jew. Follow him on Instagram (@dmitriy_salita) Facebook (Dmitriy Salita) and LinkedIn Dmitriy Salita. ----- To sponsor an episode: [email protected]...
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Rabbi Menachem Genack - CEO of OU Kosher Division, Author, Shul Rav, NORPAC Founding Chairman, and AIPAC Executive Committee
Hear from Rabbi Genack about his connection with Rabbi Soloveitchik, his experiences in the OU Kashrus world, how he got connected to presidents and other politicians as well as why political advocacy is so important. We also discuss his role as a shul Rabbi, his admiration for Abraham Lincoln…
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Yael Harris Resnick - Award Winning Artist
Yael Harris Resnick is an award-winning artist celebrated by the Washington DC Calligraphers Guild, Israel’s Artists Guild, and Misrad Hatamat (Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Labor). Known for her beautiful table runners, challah covers, and a wide array of Judaic art, Yael’s work brings…
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Meilech Kohn - Singer
With 2 albums and 10 singles, most notable among them VeUhavtu, Meilech Kohn is an icon in the world of Jewish music. His songs, whether blues, EDM, or something else have a style that makes him unique and loved. Hear about his journey as a cantor in reform synagogues to top of the Jewish music...
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Dr. Edith Eva Eger - Holocaust Survivor, Award Winning Author & Psychologist
Edith Eger is an eminent psychologist and one of the few remaining Holocaust survivors old enough to remember life in the camps. She has worked with veterans, military personnel, and victims of physical and mental trauma. She is the author of the bestselling and award-winning books The Choice and...
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Rabbi Dovid Asher - Rabbi In Richmond, Author of Outreach In The Torah
Rabbi Dovid Asher is the Rabbi of KBI, Kenesseth Beth Israel, in Richmond Virginia and is the author of Outreach in the Torah, a guidebook for reaching out to others arranged by the weekly Torh portion. Hear how he became a shul Rabbi, life as a Rav, the development of his outreach approach, and…
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Max Mannis - Lead Researcher & Social Media Coordinator at Jomboy Media
Max Mannis is one of the key components to the success of Jomboy Media, the #1 independent brand for baseball content on the internet and social media with millions of subscribers and followers. Hear how he got started in media, his journey through the sports world, how Judaism affects his job…
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Bunim Laskin - Swimply Founder
Hear how Bunim Laskin founded a company in Yeshiva, when he knew it would be huge, how it effected the rest of his life, and more. Check out Swimply online (swimply.com) or on all app stores. ----- To sponsor an episode: [email protected] Listen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL:...
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Shabbos Kestenbaum - Suing Harvard, Advocate, Speaker
Hear how and why Shabbos Kestenbaum filed suit against Harvard, what his speech preparation is like, which critics really bother him, and more. Check out Shabbos on social media. X: x.com/ShabbosK Instagram: instagram.com/shabboskest ----- To sponsor an episode: [email protected]...
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Nechama Wolfson - Founder of Shalom Task Force, Founder and Current President of Shlavim
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...
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Rabbi Shmuel Fox - 100 Year Old Rabbi
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: [email protected] Listen…
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Karmela Waldman - Holocaust Survivor
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)...
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Rabbi YY Jacobson - Head of TheYeshiva.Net, Speaker & Thinker
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…
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Dr. Jacob L. Freedman - Psychiatrist, Author, Speaker
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…
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Dov Lipman - Member of 19th Knesset & Yad L'Olim Founder and CEO
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...
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Chaim Weiss - Founder and CEO of 24Six
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. To sponsor an episode…
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Aaron Zutler - Popinsanity Co-founder and CEO
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.com To sponsor an episode:...
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Shimon Kolyakov - Creator and Head of TorahAnytime
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…
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Rabbi Daniel Z. Feldman - Rosh Yeshiva, Shul Rav, Author, Speaker
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...
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Sara Rivka Yekutiel - 5-Time USAAU Champion, 6th degree Karate Black Belt, Former Highest-Ranking Woman Martial Artist in Israel, Balaas Tshuva
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....
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Noam Ivri Adanani - IDF Veteran and Reservist & Senior Consultant APCO Worldwide
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...
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Elie Klein - Director of Development at ADI
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...
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Simcha Eichenstein- Assemblyman for New York's 48th District
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…
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Nissim Black - Rapper and Convert
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...
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Lauren Danneman - Immediate Past Co-chair of National Young Leadership Cabinet for Jewish Federation of North America & Director of Philanthropy at the Danneman Firm
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...
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Jeff Seidel - Guiding Jews From Clubs, The Kotel, and Shabbos Meals to Judaism
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…
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Doron Sheffer - Won 3 Basketball Titles with UConn & 4 Straight Israeli Championships, Speaker, Author, Life Coach, and more
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…
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Shuey Jacoby - Worked for Washington Capitals, New York Mets, Madison Square Garden, Investor in Rhode Island FC, Volunteer for David Wright Foundation
Shuey Jacoby 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…
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Aliza Pilichowski - Mayor of Mitzpe Yericho
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...
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Aviad Amitai - President and Owner of Nachshon VIP Tours, Biblical Scholar, Entrepreneur, and Managing Partner and Co-Founder at Lucent Investments
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....
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Rabbi Yaniv Meirov - Founder & Head of CHAZAQ
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…
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Sara Polon - Founder & CEO Soupergirl
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…
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"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.
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"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.
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