Topic: Learning from a Master Guest: Richard M. Joel Bio: Richard M. Joel became Yeshiva University’s fourth president on September 21, 2003, and was named Bravmann Family University Professor in April 2010. Over his tenure, President Joel built upon the illustrious tradition of this storied institution by placing a renewed emphasis on the student …

Topic: Diaspora Jewry Guest: Chaya Yosovich Bio: Chaya is the CEO of the Yael Foundation, a private charitable foundation, established by Uri and Yael Poliavich, dedicated to maintaining and developing Jewish educational institutions around the world. The foundation is committed to enabling Jewish children everywhere to receive a good general educa…

Topic: Columbia University & Antisemitism Guest: David Schizer Bio: David M. Schizer served as a dean of the Law School from 2004 to 2014 and is one of the nation’s leading tax scholars. His research also focuses on nonprofits, energy law, and corporate governance.He is the author of How to Save the World in Six (Not So Easy) Steps: Bringing Out th…

Topic: Senator Joseph Lieberman OBM Guest: Rabbi Daniel Cohen Bio: Rabbi Cohen has served in the rabbinate for over thirty years and currently serves as senior Rabbi at Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, CT, the largest modern orthodox synagogue in New England. Rabbi Cohen is author of What Will They Say About You When You Are Gone? Creating …

Topic: Sports & Philanthropy Guest: Saul Garlick Bio: Saul Garlick’s career has been dedicated to how technology and human connection can intersect to drive engagement and progress in live experiences and education. His interest in merging digital solutions with the power of personal interactions has not only redefined educational models but has al…

Topic: Comedy & Philanthropy Guest: Modi Rosenfeld Bio: Voted one of the top 10 comedians in New York City by The Hollywood Reporter, Modi is one of the comedy circuit’s most sought after performers. Featured on HBO, CBS, NBC, ABC, Comedy Central, Howard Stern, and E! Entertainment, Modi has received rave reviews in The New York Times, Time Out NY …

Topic: Philanthropy in Challenging Times Guest: Michael Bloch Bio: Michael Bloch was a senior partner at McKinsey & Company for 23 years where he worked with senior executives and boards of large corporations in more than 10 countries to accelerate their growth, leverage technology for competitive advantage, and transform their support functions. I…

Topic: The JPP 2023 Year in Review Rabbi Cohen highlights the top episodes of this past season. Looking forward to 2024 on the JPP!

Topic: A Concierge Rabbi Guest: Rabbi Yehuda Albin Bio: Yehuda's story is genuinely remarkable. He grew up as a Reform Jew in Scarsdale, NY, his father was a successful entrepreneur that ran a secular Jewish camp called Ken-Mont and Ken-Wood. He became religious in Jerusalem, after graduating Bowdoin College with the highest honors. Then he studied…

Topic: Israel at War #4: The Capitalist Kibbutz Guest: Oded Hermoni Bio: General Partner & Co-Founder; J-Ventures, J-Angels In the past 15 years Oded has invested in many industries as a partner in Rhodium VC, J-Ventures and J-Angel. Most of the investments were in Silicon Valley NYC and Israel. Oded has been an Entrepreneur, Investor and experienc…

Topic: Israel at War #3: Raising Funds for the State of Israel Guest: Howard L. Goldstein Bio: Howard is the Chair of the National & International Boards of Israel Bonds. He is senior partner at Citrin Cooperman, one of the nation's largest professional services firms. With more than 50 years of experience as a certified public accountant, Howard h…

Topic: Israel at War #2: The Battle for our College Campuses Guest: Daniel Lowy Bio: Daniel is a seasoned financial expert with a track record for identifying underperforming businesses and executing successful business turnarounds. He received his MBA in Finance & Entrepreneurial Management from The Wharton School and his Bachelor’s in Economics &…

Topic: Israel at War: How Can We Help? Guest: Michal (Miki) Leon Bio: Miki is the CEO & Director of her family foundation in Israel. In 'regular times' the foundation focuses on fortifying home-room teachers in Israel to ensure the education of the next generation of Israelis and to ensure nobody is forgotten. In this episode we have a raw heart to…

Topic: Technology & Philanthropy Guest: Adam Nash Bio: Adam is the co-founder and CEO of Daffy.org, a not-for-profit community built around a new, modern platform for giving. He is a seasoned executive, investor, and advisor with a long career at companies like Apple, eBay, LinkedIn, Dropbox, and Wealthfront, where he was CEO. He is also an adjunct…

Topic: Family Offices & Societal Change Guest: Daniel Goldman Bio: Daniel is the founder and Managing Partner at Goldrock Capital. Born in London, Daniel emigrated to Israel in 1992. He now lives in Beit Shemesh, where he was very involved in building and shaping the city. Daniel is active in many organizations that promote understanding and tolera…

Topic: Breaking Barriers While Helping Others Guest: Michelle Greenberg-Kobrin Bio: Michelle Greenberg-Kobrin is a Clinical Professor of Law at Cardozo Law School and the Founding Director of the Program on Leadership at the Heyman Center for Corporate Governance. Professor Greenberg-Kobrin is a Lecturer-in-Law at Columbia Law School, where she ser…

Topic: Overcoming Obstacles Guest: Tamir Goodman Bio: Zone190 inventor Tamir Goodman, dubbed “The Jewish Jordan” by Sports Illustrated in 1999, is a former professional basketball player who has become a successful entrepreneur, coach, educator, and motivational speaker. During high school, Goodman was ranked among the top 25 recruits in the countr…

Topic: Becoming Elite Guest: Mike Dube Bio: Mike Dube, co-founder and President of Elite Method, has an incredible passion for working with kids and teaching them the skills needed to be successful in life. He stresses character building as much as strength and skill building. Mike is also co-founder of DubeZone, where he served as the inspiration …

Topic: From Yeshiva to an IPO Guest: Menashe Kestenbaum Bio: Menashe is an entrepreneur and industry disruptor based out of Toronto. He started off his career in the gaming industry leading Enthusiast Gaming from a basement startup in 2015 to an all-time high valuation of $1.4B in 2021. He's currently focused on disrupting the mental health industr…

Topic: Hatzolah Air Guest: Dr. Avishai Neuman Bio: Dr. Neuman is the Medical Director of Hatzolah Air as well as the Director of Centurion Anesthesia. He is a graduate of the Sackler School of Medicine in Israel. He lives in North Woodmere, NY & is an active Hatzolah member & community leader. See this link to learn more about Hatzolah Air https://…

Topic: Rocket Man Guest: Ari Sacher Bio: Ari Sacher is a Rocket Scientist, and has worked in the design and development of missiles for over twenty five years. He has briefed hundreds of US Congressmen on Israeli Missile Defense, including three briefings on Capitol Hill at the invitation of the House Majority Leader and the Israeli Ambassador. Ari…

Topic: It's Still Rock n Roll to Me! Guest: David Fishof Bio: Whether he’s producing a tour, assembling an All-Starr band with Ringo Starr, or writing a best-selling book, there’s one thing David Fishof is always doing: dreaming. Hailed as one of the most creative and innovative entertainment producers in the world, Fishof has been responsible for …

Topic: The Art of Philanthropy Guest: Shawna Goodman-Sone Bio: Shawna Goodman-Sone obtained a BA in Art History from McGill University and was awarded the McGill Scarlet Key for outstanding leadership and positive impact. She graduated from the Natural Gourmet Cooking School and the Institute of Culinary Education, both in New York City. Upon gradu…

Topic: An Unstoppable Drive Guest: Adam Neuman Bio: Adam Neuman serves the Big Ten Conference as Chief of Staff, Strategy and Operations & Deputy General Counsel as a member of the conference's Senior Leadership Team. Neuman serves as a strategic aide to both the Big Ten Council of Presidents and Chancellors (COP/C) and the Big Ten Conference Commi…

Topic: Lessons from a CEO Guest: Bruce Schanzer Bio: Bruce Schanzer is Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Erez Asset Management, LLC, a fund manager focused on real estate investment opportunities in both public and private capital markets. Prior to forming Erez in August 2022, Mr. Schanzer was President, CEO and a director of Cedar Realty Tr…

Topic: What is a Chief Heart Officer? Guest: Claude Silver Claude Silver’s life’s purpose is to be of joyful service and unlock emotional optimism in all. Cultivating Emotional Optimism is the most effective tool in revealing the greatness that resides within people. The key lies in the heart. Claude is the first-ever Chief Heart Officer. She takes…

Bonus Episode: Commemorating the 6th Yahrzeit of Hagaon HaRav Moshe Shapiro zt'l Guest: Rabbi Yechezkel Hartman Rabbi Hartman has been delivering Shiurim and lectures on a variety of Torah Topics for the past 15 years. He studied in Yeshivas Chevron in Yerushalayim, and was a close Talmid of Rav Moshe Shapira zt’l. Rabbi Hartman's Shiurim include a…

Topic: The Year in Review/2022 Guest: Rabbi Dovid M. Cohen (solo) Bio: Rabbi Cohen is the host of the JPP. He's a fundraiser, someone deeply committed to philanthropy and making a positive game-changing impact on the world. In this episode we explore: 1. Top 5 Episodes from the 2022 Season 2. Fake it Until You Make-It 3. Persistence v. Annoyance 4.…

Topic: Thoughtful Philanthropy Guest: Emily Kane Miller Bio: Emily is the founder and CEO of Ethos Giving. Equal parts head and heart, Emily has spent her career working for social change. With deep experience in government, advocacy, nonprofit, corporate, and philanthropic work, Emily has a unique ability to envision and steward philanthropic cont…

Topic: Fundraising Tips from a Master Guest: Dan Forman Bio: Dan Forman is currently Senior Philanthropic Advisor at Yeshiva University and previously served as Vice President for Institutional Advancement from 1995-2016. During his tenure as Vice President, Dan directed two comprehensive campaigns that generated more than $1.6 billion for YU and i…

Topic: A Big-Hearted Brain Surgeon Guest: Dr. Howard Weiner Bio: Dr. Weiner is Chief of Neurosurgery at Texas Children’s Hospital. Dr. Weiner has become one of the country’s leading pediatric epilepsy surgeons, attracting patients from across the United States and abroad because of his innovative approach. Over the last 20 years, he has become a re…

Topic: Meeting Up Guest: David Siegel Bio: David Siegel is the CEO of Meetup, the largest platform for finding and building local community. He has over 20 years of experience as a technology and digital media executive leading organizations through innovative product development, rapid revenue growth, and digital traffic acceleration. Prior to joi…

Topic: A Global Lawyer Guest: Jeremy Lustman Bio: Jeremy Lustman helps lead DLA Piper's global Israel country group. Jeremy spends much of his time physically on the ground in Israel, where he has developed a strong international network of Israeli companies, investors, entrepreneurs, bankers, accountants and local lawyers. He currently coordinates…

Topic: Kindness on Every Level Guest: Adele Goldberg Bio: Adele is the executive director of Friends of Yad Sarah, the U.S.-based support organization for Yad Sarah, the largest volunteer-staffed organization in Israel. Yad Sarah provides a vital array of compassionate health and home care services for people of all ages. Its programs and services …

Topic: Leveraging Impact Guest: Na'ama Ore Bio: Na'ama Ore, is the CEO of SparkIL. SparkIL is a new first-of-its-kind peer-to-peer lending platform where individuals can give interest-free loans to small businesses in Israel (see press release attached). As such, it's poised to change the face of the way small-gift donors contribute philanthropical…

Topic: Together Again: Reimagining the Relationships that Anchor Our Lives (Mosaica Press 2022) Guests: Rabbi Dovid M. Cohen in conversation with Greg Zuckerman of the WSJ on the launch of Rabbi Cohen's new book on relationships. Bio: Gregory Zuckerman (www.gregoryzuckerman.com) is a Special Writer at The Wall Street Journal, a 20-year veteran of t…

Topic: Transformative Leadership Guest: Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman Bio: Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman began his tenure as Yeshiva University’s fifth president in June 2017. Under his visionary leadership, Dr. Berman has laid the foundation for the next great era of Yeshiva University. Through a bold academic plan, he has articulated a new business model with inve…

Topic: Power with Heart: A Modern Hero Guest: Maj General Doron Almog Bio: Doron is the new Chairman-elect of the Jewish Agency. A decorated soldier and international inclusion icon, Major General (Res.) Doron Almog battled the status quo for years to secure the best possible care for his son, Eran, who was born with severe autism and developmental…

Topic: Passion with Vision Guest: Bruce Pearl Bio: Bruce Pearl is an American college basketball coach, and the head coach of the Auburn Tigers men's basketball program. He previously served as the head coach at Tennessee, Milwaukee, and Southern Indiana. Pearl led Southern Indiana to a Division II national championship in 1995 and was named Divisi…

Topic: Religion, Unity & Change Guest: Steve Sarowitz Bio: Steve Sarowitz is Founder and Chairman of Paylocity (Nasdaq: PCTY), a leading U.S. provider of payroll and HR solutions. In addition, Steve also serves as Director of Payescape, a UK payroll provide, and partner in Wayfarer Entertainment. He is also an international philanthropist with an i…

Topic: Changing the Landscape of Women in Orthodoxy Guest: Ann Pava Ann Pava, President of Micah Philanthropies, is an activist, philanthropist, and thought leader. A natural community builder, Ann strives to embody the core Jewish values that animate her work, as expressed by the prophet Micah - “Only to do justice, to love kindness and to walk hu…

Topic: 'Vienna Waits for You' Guest: Rabbi Josh Blass Rabbi Blass is a Mashgiach Ruchani at RIETS at Yeshiva University, where he has been serving for the last 17 years. He also recently completed serving 15 years as rabbi of Kehillas Beis Yehuda in Monsey, NY. Rabbi Blass received his semikha from RIETS and a Masters in Jewish Philosophy from the …

Topic: Wearing His Heart on His Sleeve Guest: Eli Verschleiser Bio: Chairman at The Verschleiser Family Foundation, OurPlace, & Magenu.org When one realizes that we only live once, & do not take our cash along, they then obtain the ability to make a real difference. Eli's world is dedicated to Philanthropy, Fighting for the Underdog, & helping othe…

Topic: Conspiracy U Guest: Scott Shay Bio: Scott A. Shay is a leading businessman, thought leader, and author of several widely read books on profound issues facing the Jewish community. Scott is the co-founder and Chairman of Signature Bank, well known as one of the best banks in New York for private business owners. Scott earned a BA in Economics…

Topic: Risk & Reward Guest: Ezra S. Levine Bio: Ezra is CEO of Collectable, the #1 fractional investment platform for sports. He is a former Portfolio Manager at Hilltop Park, a NYC-based hedge fund in the Sports, Media, Consumer and Entertainment industries. He was also CFO & CSO of The Spring League. He has an MBA from NYU Stern. Levine has been …

Topic: From Disney to a Torah Life Guest: Saul Blinkoff Bio: Saul began his career as an animator for the WALT DISNEY STUDIOS working on the hit films Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mulan, & Tarzan. He made his directorial debut with the hip action-adventure series Spy Groove for MTV. Shortly thereafter, he re-joined DISNEY, directing the…

Topic: A Jack of Many Trades Guest: Philip Rosen Bio: Philip Rosen is Co-Head of the Weil Gotshal Real Estate practice and the Firm’s Infrastructure practice. Philip is a leading authority in the mergers and acquisitions of real estate companies, both public and private and both as part of restructurings and not. He is also one of the top real esta…

Topic: A LifeTime of Service Guest: Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat Bio: Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat heads the international practice of Covington and Burling. His work at Covington focuses on resolving international trade problems and business disputes with the US and foreign governments, and international business transactions and regulations on beha…

Topic: Banking for 2022 and Beyond Guest: Yaakov Gade Bio: Yaakov Gade is Founder, President and CEO of Cross River Bank, having served as Chairman for the company since its inception in 2008. Gade’s vision is steering Cross River as an innovation-driven, state-chartered bank and provider of trusted financial solutions, to the marketplace lending a…

Topic: The New Art Scroll Book Guest: Y. Dov Meyer Bio: Dov has been with Terra Firma Capital Corporation since 2011, as CEO. In his current role as Executive Chairman, Dov assists with the strategy of the company and supports the CEO with the growth and overall performance. Dov has over 20 years of real estate and public market experience. Prior t…