Best Tamar Ben Tzvi Podcasts (2024)

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The Common Ground Of Jewish & American Values: Shabbos Kestenbaum 31:48

5h ago31:48

31:48

Shabbos Kestenbaum graduated from Harvard’s divinity school this past May, and is now suing Harvard University for failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitism. This past Wednesday night, Shabbos addressed the Republican National Convention. Today, we hear the story of his past, present, and future. From Yeshivat Noam to Harvard Divinity Sc…

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The Unspoken Struggles Of Motherhood: Chari Pere 54:32

3h ago54:32

54:32

Chari Pere, creator of Miscarried: An Unspoken Cartoonmentary, worked as a creative director and illustrator/storyboard artist on projects for Red Bull, Jockey, Disney, Comedy Central, and Bud Light. She has created content for The Washington Post's The Lily and Mad Magazine and has collaborated with NYT bestselling author Gretchen Rubin and actres…

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Finding Judaism, Finding Self: Kylie Lobell 1:03:41

15d ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Kylie Ora Lobell is the president of KOL Digital Marketing, a marketing, PR, and ghostwriting firm for Jewish organizations, authors, and business owners. She is also an award-winning writer who has been published in the Jewish Journal of LA, Washington Post, LA Times, New York Magazine, Aish, Chabad, and Tablet. You can follow her on X, LinkedIn, …

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Cancer Survivor to Community Builder: Raphy Sassieni 1:02:19

14d ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Today, Raphy Sassieni works at UserWay and plays a pivotal role in the vibrant Neve Shamir community of Ramat Beit Shemesh, loves mountain biking and has three beautiful children. However, his journey to this fulfilling life wasn't always smooth. At the young age of four, Raphy was diagnosed with cancer. Now, in remission for many years, the journe…

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Dream, Believe, Achieve: Sean (Zeesha) Littman 43:59

21d ago43:59

43:59

From public school kid to chossid, Sean (Zeesha) Littman shares his story of determination and perseverance in this week's episode of Anything But Traditional. Hear as he shares his religious journey, the epic story of how he met his wife Ilana, their journey to aliyah, having 5 daughters, his path to Ramat Beit Shemesh, and his awesome career in n…

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Dating & Anxiety: Rabbi David Schlusselberg 1:04:01

1M ago1:04:01

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Rabbi David Schlusselberg received his Bachelor's degree in psychology and Rabbinic ordination from Yeshiva University. He has a master's degree in Jewish education from the Azrieli School of Jewish Education and currently works at the Rae Kushner Yeshiva High School, and serves as the Mashgiach Ruchani. Last summer, he started his Instagram page, …

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Oh, The People You Meet: Marna Becker 1:03:07

2M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Originally from Wilmington, Delaware, Marna Becker is a natural networker, a social media enthusiast, an SDR leader, an activist, an educator, and a ball of energy. She was the youngest member of the board of the Jerusalem Business Networking Forum (JBNF), the predecessor of Made in Jerusalem, where she served for 5 years. In addition, she has work…

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A Mother's Resilience: Jordana Lobell 1:18:46

1M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

While today Jordana Lobell is a mother to a precious son, her journey to him was not without pain. In this episode, she shares her lengthy, devastating, and resilient journey through infertility, miscarriages, and stillbirth. Let this episode inspire you. **For updates and conversations about these episodes, follow me at @talesoftamar You can also …

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Sarcoma, Surrogacy, and Strength: Reena Bloom 59:42

2M ago59:42

59:42

Reena Bloom is an audiologist and mom of 3, who is lives in New Jersey with her husband Jason. Reena is a cancer survivor and survived a rare type of sarcoma in the uterus. Unfortunately, to survive, Reena had to have a hysterectomy. This led to Reena and Jason finding a new way to bring their children into the world. Today, Reena is very passionat…

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Making The Most Of Our Time: Dov Carpe 1:12:45

4M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

In today's episode, we hear from Dov Carpe. Today, Dov works in hi-tech and lives in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Israel with his five children, but Dov never thought life would be this way. Growing up, all Dov wanted to do was be a rockstar. But one fateful day, his life was forever changed as he had a near-death giving him a new chance at life. Hear his s…

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The Balancing Act Of Life: Shlomo Lipman 1:26:44

4M ago1:26:44

1:26:44

In today's episode, we hear from Shlomo Lipman AKA the 'singing chayal,' a name that has been coined for him since October 2023 when videos of him singing in uniform went viral. Here, Shlomo opens up about his experiences, from making aliyah to Israel with his family, to having his father become a member of the Israeli Knesset. He shares his many p…

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Fighting For Freedom: Adina Sash AKA FlatbushGirl 1:07:13

4M ago1:07:13

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The agunah crisis poses a significant challenge within Orthodox Judaism, and Adina Sash, also known as FlatbushGirl, has taken it upon herself to combat it with unwavering determination. In this episode of Anything But Traditional, we delve into Adina's relentless advocacy against the agunah crisis, her broader efforts to secure representation for …

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An Animator's Tale of Hollywood and Holiness: Saul Blinkoff 1:07:42

5M ago1:07:42

1:07:42

In this enlightening episode of Anything But Traditional, Hollywood Producer and Animator Saul Blinkoff invites us into the intricacies of his and his family's lives, shedding light on the harmonious integration of religious practices within the bustling entertainment industry. Listen as Saul recounts his journey, working with prestigious clients s…

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Finding Blessing Amidst Struggles in Dating: Zahava (Moskowitz) Grodman 1:01:08

5M ago1:01:08

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Zahava Grodman (formerly Moskowitz) recently moved to Israel with her husband, whom she met at the age of 27 after 7 years in the dating-world. She is a graduate of the Master's program at Azrieli and the Matan Bellows Eshkolot Institute for Tanakh and Jewish Studies in Israel. Before making aliyah, Zahava taught Tanach for six years in New York. T…

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Pursuing Justice and Representation in Orthodox Judaism: Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll 55:48

5M ago55:48

55:48

As Israel's elections unfold this Tuesday, we are honored to feature Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll, the esteemed Director and Founder of Chochmat Nashim, on this episode of Anything But Traditional. During our conversation, Shoshanna graciously shares profound insights on the future of Beit Shemesh, home for both her and our host, Tamar Ben Tzvi, and off…

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The Man Behind The Uniform: Arky Staiman 1:05:28

5M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

Arky Staiman has become a real celebrity over the past four months as he vlogs his journey of being in the IDF reserves during this extremely trying time. But who exactly is Arky Staiman?! Where did he come from? Where does he live now? What does he do when he's not in the army? What is his family like? And what has his life's journey been like thu…

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Driving Through Hardships with Humor: Shmuel Katz 1:20:34

6M ago1:20:34

1:20:34

Shmuel Katz, Beit Shemesh's beloved car mechanic, shares his story on this episode of Anything But Traditional. From the loss of his mother at the young age of eight to his rebellious teenage years, relocation to Israel, navigating his wife's cancer battle, and ultimately taking the reins as the general manager and owner of AutoKing, Shmuel opens u…

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Embracing Life's Path Less Traveled To Love: Avi Dzik 55:11

6M ago55:11

55:11

In this episode, my neighbor, Avi Dzik, unfolds the chapters of his life – a journey from an awkward little boy to an outgoing adult, culminating in marriage at the age of 38. Along this transformative path, he grappled with career choices, deciding where to live, maintaining religious observance, and the challenge of creating a home for himself. T…

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Letting Go and Letting God: Kayla Haber Goldstein 1:13:47

6M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

This week's episode features my good friend, Kayla Haber Goldstein. Kayla and her husband Rabbi Shmuel Goldstein, currently serve as the Associate Rabbi and Rebbetzin in Congregation Beth Tefillah in Paramus NJ. Together with their two children, they run an open home at which anyone who needs a Shabbat, a dinner, or a listening ear is welcome. Besi…

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Taking Control of the Wait: Aliza Abrams Konig 1:07:21

6M ago1:07:21

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Aliza Abrams Konig is the Director of Student Leadership, at Yeshiva University. Throughout Aliza’s career she has worked within areas of student life, team building, creating curricula, and enriching the experiences of thousands of students through Experiential Education. Aliza also serves as a Surrogacy Consultant to families and individuals purs…

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Surviving to Thriving: Karen Berger (My Mother) 1:19:50

7M ago1:19:50

1:19:50

To commemorate my father's yahrzeit, observed last Thursday night and Friday, I've decided to feature my mother on this week's podcast. Here, she shares her story, encompassing my father's life, his premature passing, her experiences as a single parent raising three children, her subsequent remarriage, the blending of our family with her new husban…

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Navigating Transitions with Roots in Tradition: Mindy Levine 1:17:44

7M ago1:17:44

1:17:44

Mindy Levine had a pretty conventional beginning to life, she went to Yeshiva day schools, began a rewarding career as a chemistry professor, got married, and life was smooth sailing. Then, the unthinkable happened when she was pregnant with her youngest and his twin and unfortunately delivered the twin as a stillborn. With determination and persev…

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The Modern Day Sara Imanu: Ronel Barak (Part 2) 1:03:02

7M ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Originally from South Africa, Ronel has been living with her family in the scenic Judean Mountains for the past twelve years. This transformative journey of self-discovery, leading to the recognition of her family's spiritual and physical home in Israel, was anything but brief. In fact, it spanned eighteen years of intense exploration of Judaism be…

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The Modern Day Sara Imanu: Ronel Barak (Part 1) 57:55

7M ago57:55

57:55

Originally from South Africa, Ronel has been living with her family in the scenic Judean Mountains for the past twelve years. This transformative journey of self-discovery, leading to the recognition of her family's spiritual and physical home in Israel, was anything but brief. In fact, it spanned eighteen years of intense exploration of Judaism be…

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One Family's Century-Long Israeli Journey: Gila Green 1:16:36

8M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Canadian author Gila Green is an Israel-based writer, editor, and EFL teacher with a unique perspective on the unfolding events of Israeli history. Growing up, her house was intensely Zionistic, as her father grew up in British-mandated Palestine and lived through three wars during his early years of life. Then while traveling in Israel, Gila met h…

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Navigating Strength in the Face of Terrorism: Sarri Singer 1:02:20

8M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

On June 11, 2003, Sarri Singer was on Bus 14 in Jerusalem when an 18-year-old Palestinian terrorist dressed as a religious Jew boarded and blew himself up. 17 people were killed, including all those seated and standing around her, and over 100 people were injured. Sarri was hospitalized for two weeks and then returned to New Jersey to be with famil…

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Unveiling Resilience Amid Adversity: Roxanne Weinberger 58:21

8M ago58:21

58:21

Today, Roxanne Weinberger joins Tamar for a pivotal and transparent conversation regarding Roxanne's life to date. To say that no stone was left unturned would be an understatement as they addressed serious topics such as becoming religious as a teen/young adult, joining the IDF, aliyah, fertility, NICU babies, motherhood, and more. While Roxanne s…

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Revealed Antisemitism on College Campus: An Insider's Perspective 1:05:32

8M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

On October 7th, Israel was changed forever. On October 8th, the world was changed forever as the somewhat more quiet and festering Antisemitism spread fiercely and rapidly all across the world. Today, Tamar sits down with a student from The Ohio State University (who wishes to remain anonymous) for an in-depth and intense conversation about Antisem…

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Am Yisrael Chai: Adena Mark Kapon 55:37

9M ago55:37

55:37

Today, Tamar welcomes Adena Mark Kapon to the conversation. Adina, the brilliant mind behind A to Z Events Israel, is the mother and wife of Chayalim, as well as the daughter of a victim of terror. In this episode, Adena opens up about her family's journey, from growing up in New York to making Aliyah in 2004 with her 5 children; later bringing her…

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Defending Israel: Stories from the IDF Frontlines 31:34

9M ago31:34

31:34

In this episode of "Anything But Traditional," we delve into the lives of three extraordinary individuals with unwavering dedication to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). Host Tamar Ben Tzvi brings you an intimate and eye-opening look at their experiences during challenging times. First up is Tom Eisenman, who recounts the moment he was called up du…

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Commanding The Homefront: A Wife's Perspective While Her Husband Is At War 54:43

9M ago54:43

54:43

In this episode of "Anything But Traditional," we showcase the stories of five extraordinary military wives, the unsung heroes who stand strong as their husbands serve on the front lines. These women face a multitude of challenges, from daily responsibilities to emotional strength, far beyond mere companionship. Bazy Rubin, a mother of four, shares…

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INTRO: Spreading Love While The World Is Filled With Hate 4:38

9M ago4:38

4:38

On October 22nd, this podcast should have been launched. Instead, we were barely able to grapple with life as the world was shaken on October 7th by the Simchat Torah Massacre. Today, we fight back with resilience sharing real-life stories of individuals and families most affected. We hear their experiences, fears, and the unwavering support that k…

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Sleepless Nights Yet Choosing Life: A Parent's Perspective During Israel's War 28:25

9M ago28:25

28:25

In this episode, you'll hear heartfelt stories from parents with children serving in the Israeli army, individuals directly affected by the ongoing war, and educators dedicated to instilling the values of pride in being Jewish and Israeli. They share their personal experiences, offering a poignant glimpse into the impact of this challenging period …

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The Common Ground Of Jewish & American Values: Shabbos Kestenbaum 31:48

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The Unspoken Struggles Of Motherhood: Chari Pere 54:32

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Finding Judaism, Finding Self: Kylie Lobell 1:03:41

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Cancer Survivor to Community Builder: Raphy Sassieni 1:02:19

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Dream, Believe, Achieve: Sean (Zeesha) Littman 43:59

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Dating & Anxiety: Rabbi David Schlusselberg 1:04:01

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Oh, The People You Meet: Marna Becker 1:03:07

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A Mother's Resilience: Jordana Lobell 1:18:46

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Sarcoma, Surrogacy, and Strength: Reena Bloom 59:42

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Making The Most Of Our Time: Dov Carpe 1:12:45

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The Balancing Act Of Life: Shlomo Lipman 1:26:44

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Fighting For Freedom: Adina Sash AKA FlatbushGirl 1:07:13

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An Animator's Tale of Hollywood and Holiness: Saul Blinkoff 1:07:42

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Finding Blessing Amidst Struggles in Dating: Zahava (Moskowitz) Grodman 1:01:08

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Pursuing Justice and Representation in Orthodox Judaism: Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll 55:48

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The Man Behind The Uniform: Arky Staiman 1:05:28

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Driving Through Hardships with Humor: Shmuel Katz 1:20:34

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Embracing Life's Path Less Traveled To Love: Avi Dzik 55:11

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Letting Go and Letting God: Kayla Haber Goldstein 1:13:47

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Taking Control of the Wait: Aliza Abrams Konig 1:07:21

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Surviving to Thriving: Karen Berger (My Mother) 1:19:50

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Navigating Transitions with Roots in Tradition: Mindy Levine 1:17:44

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The Modern Day Sara Imanu: Ronel Barak (Part 2) 1:03:02

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The Modern Day Sara Imanu: Ronel Barak (Part 1) 57:55

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One Family's Century-Long Israeli Journey: Gila Green 1:16:36

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Navigating Strength in the Face of Terrorism: Sarri Singer 1:02:20

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Unveiling Resilience Amid Adversity: Roxanne Weinberger 58:21

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Revealed Antisemitism on College Campus: An Insider's Perspective 1:05:32

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Am Yisrael Chai: Adena Mark Kapon 55:37

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Defending Israel: Stories from the IDF Frontlines 31:34

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Commanding The Homefront: A Wife's Perspective While Her Husband Is At War 54:43

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INTRO: Spreading Love While The World Is Filled With Hate 4:38

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Sleepless Nights Yet Choosing Life: A Parent's Perspective During Israel's War 28:25

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