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, and more. Book: Letters to President Clinton: Biblical…

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 vibrant Jewish themes to life on Shabbat tables and walls a…

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 scene. Search "Meilech Kohn" on any plattform to hear …

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 The Gift. Check out the links below to learn more ab…

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 so much more. Buy Outreach in the Torah: https://mosa…

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, and what he shares when speaking at schools. Follow or…

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: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Sh…

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: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5…

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…

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 U…

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 Pod…

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! ---To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gma…

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 completin…

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…

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: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79…

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: 44-333-366-05…

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: Everyth…

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 volume…

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://w…

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 …

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…

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 aff…

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 chang…

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 fac…

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,” wh…

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 Leagu…

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 Rhode Island Football Club. He also provides valuable ad…

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 …

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 …

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 pa…

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 ho…

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 t…

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 …

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 cookboo…

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…

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.Kee…

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…

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 Listen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579…

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…

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 platf…

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 pla…

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 b…

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@gmai…

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 photograp…

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…

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 p…

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 epis…

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, inco…

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 …

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 epis…