Their story of finding each other is truly unbelievable. Lavi went blind in his early 20s and has grown spiritually as a Jew ever since. Nechama, who began her journey as a Christian, ended up in a Christian cult that pretended to be Orthodox Jews. By a miracle, they found each other and have been growing together as a couple ever since. ✬ SPONSORS…

Shterny Steinmetz, after experiencing a challenging divorce, has become a voice for understanding the unique challenges that divorce presents in observant Jewish homes. Now part of a blended family herself, she speaks passionately about the emotional, social, and spiritual impacts of divorce on children and families, advocating for greater awarenes…

Yona Assaraf and her husband Roi's lifes changed when they miraculously made it out of the Nova Festival massacre alive on October 7th. Yona decided to cover her hair, throw out her pants, keep Shabbat and as a family - become Orthodox. This is their story. ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ► ► Lxure Villas: The Ultimate Sukkos Getaway A Sukkos where you…

Yitzchak/Isaac Fogel grew up deep in Williamsburg in the Satmar community. He went after to a place where he thought he could find his voice - after that didn't work out. He discovered R' Beri Weber's yeshiva which had an incredible impact on him, went to Israel and truly found himself. Isaac Fogel's business here: https://www.lussofinejewels.com/ …

A little Chines baby was abandoned in the train station. A young Jewish couple struggling to start a family found her, adopted her and raised her as her own. This led them to explore Orthodox Judaism and the rest is history. Devorah Goldstein IS the baby that was in The Bamboo Cradle. This is her story. Get Devorah to speak in your community: Devor…

Devorie Kreiman & her husband thought their challenges were over after losing their 4th baby. Just weeks away from their son, Yossi’s wedding, tragedy struck again and he suddenly drowned. Heartbroken, confused and unsure - they put themselves together and mustered the courage to continue on. Read Devorie’s excellent & very uplifting book here: htt…

At the young age of 90, Estelle decided to become Shabbos observant. Her ability to constantly grow is incredible. She's adorable and you'll see why we adopted her as our new Bubbi. Another epic grandma here: https://youtu.be/vzrFk9RnkE0?si=ROPyCrlacbmwPApT ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ► Twillory: Your Summer Wardrobe is Here Get $18 OFF your order.…

Sapir Cohen and her boyfriend Sasha were kidnapped on October 7th. Today, Sasha is still in captivity. Sapir was brought by terrorists into Gaza on a motorcycle, brought to the tunnels and was living the unimaginable. Although she wasn't a very religious person, she found herself praying and saw a few miracles occur. She was kidnapped for 55 days a…

Within a week of Ozzie's wedding, he realized his life would never be the same. For 10 years following, his wife battled a terrible disease and sadly passed away. Meanwhile, Rachel was dating and trying to find her match for over 14 years. A wild set of events led them to find each other. Their dating was anything but conventional. 11 years later a…

Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak Breitowitz is a distinguished scholar and respected rabbinic authority. He holds a Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Law School and served as a Professor of Law at the University of Maryland. After making aliyah, Rabbi Breitowitz became a senior lecturer at Yeshivat Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem, where he is known for his profound ins…

At 23, Senai lost her husband, Yosef, on October 7th. Yosef was killed heroically saving civilian lives with his IDF unit, Duvdevan. Despite her loss, Senai continues to honor Yosef's memory by doing good in the world, as he always did. She lives fully, with no regrets, and remains committed to Israel as her forever home. Senai's unwavering belief …

In 1976, a little baby was born to a Jewish mother and her black boyfriend. Their relationship quickly spiraled and the young Jewish mom found herself trying to fugure her life out. She was introduced to Chabad and the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The little boy grew up feeling different. But everything changed after he spent time with the Rebbe. Today, Rabb…

Rabbi Tzvi Kushlefsky, a respected rosh yeshiva based in Jerusalem, joyfully welcomed his firstborn son into the world this March at the age of 88. Rabbi Kushlefsky experienced the sorrow of becoming a widower at 82, having never had children with his first wife. He remarried six years later to Mrs. Rochel Daniella, an American woman aged 50 at the…

Yechiel Bruck is the epitome of resilience. Despite facing immense medical challenges—four kidney transplants, two heart attacks, two mini-strokes, and septic shock—he never gives up. His determination to live a happy life is truly moving. ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ► Money Tip of the Week: Got Points? Get PEYD! It's time to fill your pocket with …

At 14, he decided that the Church and his life in Puerto Rico was not for him. He kept on hearing about the Jews in New York from his mother so he decided to investigate. Today, Avraham Goldstein is the Rebbe of his community of converts in Scranton and he is a Puppa Chasid. ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ► BitBean: Industry Leading Enterprise Softwar…

Chanie Apfelbaum, the creator of "Busy in Brooklyn," is a renowned kosher food blogger based in Brooklyn, New York. Her life changed dramatically when her brother was tragically murdered on a New York highway. As a single mom, Chanie turned to cooking as a source of healing and purpose. Her blog shares modern, approachable kosher recipes that cater…

Tehila Bollag was born in Poland to a Christian family. After they moved to Chicago she started to drift away from her religion. Until she stumbled upon Judaism. This is her story. You can follow Tehilla here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/tehillatehillaa/?hl=en ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ► TorahMates: Only 30 Minutes a Week to Change Their Life C…

Shabbos Kestenbaum is a graduate student at Harvard Divinity School and the lead plaintiff against Harvard University alleging pervasive and systemic antisemitism. He's spoken to congress and been extremely brave calling out the blatant hatred for the Jewish people on campus. You can follow his journey here IG: https://www.instagram.com/shabboskest…

You may have read the Torah (the bible) hundreds of times. But if you ever realized this deep pattern that runs throughout the stories of Abraham, Yitzchak and Yaakov and Ishmael & Eisav? In this video, Rabbi Ken Spiro breaks down the current enemies of Israel and why exactly antisemitism is popular. Rabbi Ken Spiro’s quick-paced, humorous style ca…

Meet Moshe Chaim Shinohara. He hails from a Japanese family of Samurai (Yes, you read that right) and he has chosen to become an Orthodox Jew. There's actually a lot more in common with Samurai's than you realize. He explains it all. ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ► PURPLESTAIRS: Your OPPORTUNITY Platform "Get noticed by your next employer. Hide from …

Meet Rabbi Moshe Silk. He is a Nadvorna Hasid living in a multi-functional townhouse in Borough Park, New York, balancing his deep religious commitments with a high-profile career. Silk made history as the first Hasidic Jew to hold a Senate-confirmed position in the U.S. government, serving as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for International M…

At war's end, the piteous, battered remnants of a once proud Hungarian Jewry began making their way back to their hometowns in search of fellow survivors. The Katz family was no different. Or were they? Nine out of ten siblings from one family - an almost unheard of survival rate - escaped death to be reunited. This is their story - and what a stor…

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Meet Rivka Heisler. She's one of 12 kids. Has a great career in the healthcare space and she currently lives in Baltimore. She happens to be single. In this week's episode, Rivka discusses the challenge of "being single". The worst things people can say. And an insight into the proper way to go about supporting someone who hasn't yet met their part…

Rabbi Asher Resnick's journey through profound personal loss has been a significant part of his life and teachings, especially after the tragic loss of his daughter. This devastating event has deeply influenced his perspective and teachings, emphasizing the importance of faith, resilience, and understanding in the face of unbearable pain. Rabbi Res…

Rudy Israel Rochman, born on September 6, 1993, is a notable Jewish-Israeli rights activist recognized for his dedication to enhancing Jewish identity, combating anti-Semitism, and fostering collective unity within Israel. Rochman's military service in the Israel Defense Forces includes roles in the 98th Paratroopers Division, the 35th Paratroopers…

RAFI the KING is one of today's biggest Jewish celebrities, who's goal is to make every single person happy. Rafi Zytman is well known in the Monsey and the Orthodox world for his smile, energy and ability to make people happy. Anyone who meets Rafi knows that down syndrome is the last way to describe Rafi. He is a person who has come a long way an…

Eric Adams is the Mayor of New York City, with a background in the NYPD, focusing on safety, education, and health. He's known for standing up for what he believes in. In this episode, we discuss his upbringing, career, October 7th, antisemitism, and the Jewish community's ties with NYC. ____________________________________ ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISOD…

Timor-David Aklin grew up in Jaffa,Israel as a Muslim Arab. Today he is a full fledge Orthodox Jew. Presently, he passionately advocates for Israel, fearlessly confronting uncomfortable truths. This is an episode about his journey and what motivates him to vocalize his past and hopes for the future. Follow Timor-David's YouTube channel here: https:…

Inna Vernikov is a Ukrainian-born American politician and attorney, known for her active involvement in local government and advocacy against anti-Semitism. Currently, she serves as a member of the New York City Council, representing the 48th district, which includes parts of Brooklyn. Her work in the council focuses on various community issues, wi…

Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen spent six years living in Asia, immersing himself in local culture and delving deeply into Eastern philosophies From orphanages in Sri Lanka to silent meditation in Thailand; from fasting in India to temples in the Himalayas; from extreme martial arts in Korea, China, and Japan. He eventually made his way to Israel, where he dis…

The hardest job in the world is performed by Zaka. They've never faced a challenge like the October 7th massacre. Simcha Greinman powerfully retells how Zaka didn't only help bury the civilians but even the Jewish people's worst enemies. Founded in 1995, ZAKA is Israel’s dominant non-governmental rescue and recovery organization, with over 3,000 vo…

Rabbi Reuven Epstein, CPA, is a highly regarded dating and marriage expert. His wife, Gitty, is a very popular Kallah teacher. With a global reach, R' Reuven has delivered impactful seminars and workshops and has provided one-on-one counseling to thousands of couples. His approach is centered around the practical implementation of daily, achievable…

As soon as they learned of the horrific Hamas attacks in the south, more than 1,700 United Hatzalah volunteers dropped everything, donned their orange vests and raced to save as many lives as they could, braving missiles, sniper fire, and terrorists hidden throughout the area. When Eli Beer founded United Hatzalah he never imagined this. Here's his…

Rabbi Fischel Schachter is a highly acclaimed and much loved scholar, international lecturer, storyteller, and author. His witty, charming, warm, and down-to-earth style continues to grab the attention of and delight his multitudes of students. Among his many illustrious projects, Rabbi Schachter is a Rebbe in Brooklyn, NY. In this episode, Yaakov …

Yael Zien is an Orthodox journalist in Israel. Although, it's extremely uncommon in the charedie world for a woman to go into television and radio, she was advised by Gedolei Yisroel that if she can let the world know about Hashem/God then it is worth it. Yael has been on the ground reporting every bit of news since October 7th. A week after Israel…

What is ACTUALLY going on in Gaza? Here's a raw conversation on how Israel's IDF soldiers, R' Shlomo Rayman & R' Noam White are seeing the hand of God. When Rabbi Shlomo Rayman isn't serving in the IDF reserves, he learns and teaches at Yeshivat Lev Hatorah and is the Educational Director at NCSY Israel. He lives in Ramat Beit Shemesh with his wife…

Hadas and Elisha Lowenstern's world changed on October 7th. Elisha, 38 years old, and a father of 6, went in to Gaza to rescue the hostages from Hamas. Unfortunately, while Elisha was on a mission to help wounded soldiers, he and his team were killed on the 7th night of Chanukah. Hadas exemplifies the heart, soul, courage and values of the Jewish n…

Eylon Levy is an Israeli Government Spokesman, representing the State of Israel on international television and radio during the war with Hamas after the October 7 Massacre. He is one of the most powerful voices representing the state of Israel today. You can watch Eylon's convo with The Kiddush Club podcast here: https://bit.ly/3NJJYZZ ___________…

Rachel Goldberg is the mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old American citizen from South Florida, who was kidnapped by terrorists at the Supernova Dance Festival. This incident was part of a larger attack that claimed 1,200 lives in northwestern Israel. Hersh was among 250 individuals taken hostage in Gaza following this tragic event. Rache…

Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau, born on June 1, 1937, in Piotrków Trybunalski, Poland, is a prominent Jewish religious leader and Holocaust survivor. At a young age, he survived the Buchenwald concentration camp, an experience that profoundly influenced his life and work. After immigrating to Israel in 1945, Rabbi Lau dedicated himself to religious studies…

Mosab Hassan Yousef, often referred to as "The Green Prince," is a figure of profound contradictions and intrigue. Born as the son of a Hamas co-founder, he made a dramatic shift, becoming a valued informant for Israel's Shin Bet security service. His covert work, fraught with danger and moral complexity, played a crucial role in thwarting numerous…

Loay Al Shareef is a Muslim Arab. He used to HATE Jewish people but through courage and research that all changed for him. Today he focuses on bringing people together and showing the beauty of his country, the UAE. He is a big advocate of Abraham Accords and how the tent of Abraham is rebuilt in the new Middle East. He is very vocal about his disd…

Lipa, a hasidic singer from New Square/Skver, decided to pick up his entire life and run to Israel to help in any way he can. This sparked massive conversations and impact on the Jewish people. Here's what happened next. Watch our first interview with Lipa here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Fz2v9f07Ks&t=12s&ab_channel=LivingLchaim _____________…

Yossi Blumbing dropped EVERYTHING on October 7th to go and defend Israel. Originally from a Chabad family from DC - Yossi has been in Gaza since the attack. On the day of his return we sat down to see what it's really like in Gaza...and how he managed to wear tefillin every single day. Go follow Shai - the social media wiz: https://www.instagram.co…

Alex Clare is a British singer and songwriter known for his soulful voice and a fusion of genres including soul, rock, and electronic music. He gained widespread recognition with his 2011 hit single "Too Close," which reached international success and earned him a BRIT Award nomination. He has been friends and grew as an artist along with Adele, Am…

On October 7th, Rinat got a chilling text from her father, telling her that arabs started to break into their home. He has been kidnapped by Hamas since, being held captive with 240 others undergound in Gaza. Rinat and her sister, Natalie, came to the US to tell the world their story. Even though emotionally this has been brutal, Rinat pushes on an…

Rabbi Shai Graucher was known as one of the closest people to Rav Chaim Kanievsky ZTL. His father, Dedi AH, legendary Jewish singer, past away only 7 weeks ago and it left a hole in Shai's heart. He decided to create an organization where he can continue to spread his father's light. After October 7th, Shai kicked everything into high gear. He is b…

Maya Delman's life (like so many) changed in a moment. Unfortunately, most of her friends were killed. Maya discusses how she is coping and where she is finding strength from. ____________________________________ ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ____________________________________ ► Touro: Your Next Chapter Whether you're considering Touro University a…

As Israel defend's its country and attempts to get back the 200 hostages from Hamas, I sat down with two really incredible soldiers to hear about what they have seen during the war. Arky Staiman is a tour guide when it's not war and he's been the voice of light for the nation: Follow him here: https://www.instagram.com/israelwitharky/?hl=en Rudy Ro…