Best Meir Kay Podcasts (2024)

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Choosing Motherhood as a Single Orthodox Woman (Ellie Levi) 1:29:06

23h ago1:29:06

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Ellie Levi is an Orthodox Jewish woman who chose to become a single mother. In this episode, she and Matana discuss the journey and challenges of single motherhood, including the stigma around the term "single mom by choice" and the various paths women take to reach this decision. Ellie shares her personal experience with egg freezing and fertility…

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Finding God Beyond Tradition (Omar Pinto) 1:15:30

5M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

Omar Pinto is a spiritual guide whose unconventional journey from addiction to enlightenment has resonated profoundly within orthodox Jewish communities. Omar's clients, predominantly orthodox Jews grappling with spiritual disillusionment and personal crises, seek his guidance to rediscover faith and inner peace. Against the backdrop of orthodox Je…

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Heaven, Hell and the Jewish Afterlife (Shmuel Phillips) 1:09:18

5M ago1:09:18

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As a thinker, scholar and author of 2 acclaimed books, Judaism Reclaimed and Talmud Reclaimed, Rabbi Shmuel Phillips dives into the pivotal role of morality within Judaism and how Jewish teachings define concepts of Olam Haba, Geyhinom from biblical narratives and rabbinic literature and explores the complexities of ethical decision-making in Jewis…

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Echoes of Loss: Eight Days in Israel (Rob Mor) 1:09:14

5M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Rob Moore, is a single father, a proud Israeli-American, a creative producer and the filmmaker behind "Echoes of Loss: Eight Days in Israel", a powerful feature length documentary shows the world that the grief and loss of the people of Israel should not be politicized or discarded, and that these voices matter. Rob delves into various themes surro…

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Finding Individual Beliefs and Values on the Journey of Spirituality, Religion and Judaism (Meir Kay) 1:00:25

6M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Meir Kay joins us to explore themes of spirituality, self-discovery, and the human experience within the complexities of faith, identity, and personal growth, while navigating life's uncertainties. He discusses the importance of embracing change, overcoming fear, and finding meaning in life's most difficult moments and reflects on the role of relig…

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The Birth of the Legacy of a Fallen IDF Soldier: Beit Binyamin (Jen Airley) 41:49

6M ago41:49

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Binyamin Airley, OB"M, was an IDF soldier who devoted his life to protect Israel and the citizen of Israel. You can join his parent's efforts in continuing his legacy by helping to support a healing home for those suffered trauma and loss and for those who need healing after October 7th by clicking here: https://causematch.com/BeitBinyamin Join us …

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Challenging Harvard's Antisemitism (Shabbos Kestenbaum) 1:00:21

6M ago1:00:21

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Shabbos Kestenbaum is a graduate student at Harvard University, researching the intersections between between public policy and contemporary Jewish life in the United States. Shabbos is the lead plaintiff against Harvard University alleging pervasive and systemic antisemitism. Shabbos appears regularly on CNN, Fox News, and The New York Times, and …

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From Missions in Gaza to Celebrating the Good Moments in Life (Arky Staiman) 1:18:46

7M ago1:18:46

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Arky Staiman is a solider in the IDF, tour guide in Israel, husband, father and an independent social media voice of optimism from the battlefield. His talent lay in the healing power of storytelling and connection with the land of Israel and discusses his role in the army, where he works in a specially trained unit, to retrieve soldiers fallen beh…

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From Crisis to Community: The Backstory of an IDF Soldier's Wife Giving Strength & Support (Avigail Staiman) 1:19:14

7M ago1:19:14

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Avigail Staiman is a warrior, whose journey is intricately woven with the unwavering support and love of her husband, Arky. Arky's impactful video gained viral attention during the intense conflict in Gaza and garnered support and concern from individuals spanning decades of connections, including long-lost friends and acquaintances. This unexpecte…

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The History and Modern Dilemma of Exempting Charedim from Tzahal 1:15:17

8M ago1:15:17

1:15:17

JJ Kimche, a PhD candidate at Harvard University, has been involved in studying and teaching Jewish ideas and has taught Western and Jewish ideas at Harvard, Brandeis, MIT, Gratz College and other institutions. His writings and articles have been published in the Wall Street Journal, First Things, and City Journal and other publications and is the …

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Implementing Change in the Agunah Crisis (Kayla Haber-Goldstein) 57:38

8M ago57:38

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Kayla Haber-Goldstein addresses the issue of Agunot, women trapped in marriages due to their husbands' refusal to grant a Get (Jewish divorce). Kayla organized an Asifa, a gathering of Rabbonim, to educate them on the complexities of get refusal and encourage them to take action within their communities. She is pioneering a movement to emphasize th…

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Are We Creating Alcoholics & Addicts in the Name of Religion? 1:27:06

8M ago1:27:06

1:27:06

Is public alcohol abuse out of control at Kiddushim and Shul? Should communities and Rabbonim set alcohol boundaries in shul at Kiddushim? Should we accept poor behavior? Are we role modeling good behavior for our children? Do we understand the difference between using alcohol responsibly and irresponsibly in Judaism? Menachem Poznanski is a licens…

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Homosexuality: Secrecy and Shame in the Orthodox Community 1:31:57

9M ago1:31:57

1:31:57

Listen to Understand: The Ripple Effect of Secrecy on Identity and Relationships Mordechai Salzberg, LCSW, is a sexual addiction therapist who works primarily with Chasidic Jews. After his first episode on the Hope to Recharge podcast last January 2022 titled “The Fatal Price of Sexual Shame and Secrecy,” he joins us this time, armed with the coura…

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Did We Get Emunah Right? (Rabbi Johnny Solomon) 1:17:33

9M ago1:17:33

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Rabbi Johnny Solomon, a virtual rabbi based in Israel, delves into the depths of the concept of Emuna (faith) and addresses common misconceptions of Emuna, particularly during challenging times. Sharing insights from his personal journey, he emphasized the crucial role of individualized religious guidance. Topics include challenging the commandment…

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Reclaiming Dignity - Changing the Narrative of Tznius in our Communities and for Yourself (Bracha Poliakoff) 1:10:24

9M ago1:10:24

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Addressing the sensitive and multifaceted topic of Tzniut/Tznius (modesty) within the Orthodox Jewish community, Matana sits down with Bracha Poliakoff, Co author of the "Reclaiming dignity" - a guide for Tzniut/Tznius for men and women. Bracha highlights personal experiences, communal norms, and Halakhic interpretations and the challenges that ari…

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A Roadmap to Effective Dialogue (Igor Meystelman) 1:06:16

9M ago1:06:16

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In today's episode, we learn what Listening to Understanding really means and the power it holds in our relationships and conversations. "Listening to Understand" goes beyond the surface of hearing words; it's about truly grasping the emotions, perspectives, and nuances behind the messages we receive. Join us as we explore practical tips, real-life…

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Welcome to Listening to Understand 13:07

9M ago13:07

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Matana introduces "Listening to Understand," a podcast that opens dialog on Jewish sensitive topics and issues in the Jewish home. Matana shares her journey of questioning and the realization of the need for a space to address topics and cultural practices many consider taboo. In an effort to foster empathy, encourage difficult conversations, and c…

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Exploring Spirituality and Growth with Rav DovBer Pinson - Episode 95 56:21

1+ y ago56:21

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Hello dear friends, and welcome to the Great Day podcast. I am your friend and host Meir Kay and I am very excited that you are here with me and we are about to go out into the realm of spirituality and growth with the one and only Rav DovBer Pinson. Rav Pinson is an internationally known rabbi, scholar, author, teacher, and spiritual mentor. For m…

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Kevin Vance: A Journey from Navy SEAL to Actor and Advocate - Episode 94 56:02

2y ago56:02

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Today my guest is, Kevin Vance. Kevin is a US military veteran, surrounded by artists in his youth, who went on to become a Navy SEAL and later a writer and actor. Known for his works in End of Watch and Fury. Kevin began his career in the Navy in the US Spec Ops community as a Navy SEAL deploying to various parts of the globe. After leaving his Na…

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Unlock Your True Potential with Danny Morel - Episode 93 41:18

2y ago41:18

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Danny Morrel. He is a world-renowned business strategist and entrepreneur turned life coach and spiritual guide. Danny began as a real estate mogul, building his business up to $1.1 billion in annual sales before finding his true calling. And since then, Danny he has helped thousands of people from around the world to unlock their true potential th…

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Rabbi Mordecai Finley - How jiu-jitsu, marines, Kabbalah are all connected - Episode 92 1:02:04

2y ago1:02:04

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Rabbi Finley was born and raised in Southern California. After high school, he served three years in the U.S. Marine Corps and was discharged with the rank of Sergeant in 1976. He then spent a year in Israel on a kibbutz. After his stay in Israel, he attended the School of Religion at USC and completed his BA in 1980. Rabbi Finley went to rabbinica…

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Jordan Candlish - Living with Integrity, Showing Up to Life, and Today's Healthy Man -Episode 91 44:33

2y ago44:33

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Jordan Candlish is a former semi-pro athlete, speaker, and performance coach. He is the founder of State Shifters, a brand dedicated to helping people unify mind, body, and soul so they live lives of meaning and purpose. Jordan left his corporate Corporate Accounting Job in 2017, to move to Toronto Canada to work as a meditation teacher, corporate …

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Eli Schwebel - The Importance of Being Present and Showing Empathy - Episode 90 1:38:53

2y ago1:38:53

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Eli Schwebel is a Brooklyn Based Recording Artist & Producer with Jewish Music running through his Veins. Eli spearheaded the renaissance of Jewish Acappella music, as well as creating a vocally rich, pop-rock sound that transformed the definition of traditional Jewish music. He launched his solo career with his album, “Hearts Mind”, which has been…

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Avremi Gourarie - Learning From Life's Greatest Teacher, Pain - Episode 89 56:28

2y ago56:28

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***TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains conversations about mental health and suicide.*** Avremi Gourarie is a prolific music publisher behind so much of the Jewish world's music. In this episode, we discuss with him the life of his daughter Yocheved, her struggle with an eating disorder, depression, and her heartbreaking recent death. On Decemb…

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Bryan Reeves - 'Men's Work' and Ways To Create Deeper Connections - Episode 88 1:00:04

2y ago1:00:04

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Bryan Reeves is a former US Air Force Captain and "dark night of the soul" survivor turned author, blogger, life/relationship coach, and workshop facilitator. Bryan's eclectic professional background has seen him rocket satellites into space at Cape Canaveral, tour North America with a spiritual pop music band, and talk mind-body science with Oprah…

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Sara Kuburic (@Millennial.Therapist ) - Therapy, Social Media, and Authentic Living - Episode 87 48:50

2y ago48:50

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Friends welcome to the Great Day Podcast. I'm your friend and host Meir Kay. I'm so grateful to be able to host this podcast for you and with some amazing people. And today that awesome is, Sarah Kubric. A.k.a. "The Millennial Therapist", on social media with over 1.4 million followers on Instagram where she shares all about the human condition. Wi…

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Fally Klein - Plant Medicine, Breathwork and Other Healing Modalities - Episode 86 1:24:49

2y ago1:24:49

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After walking through a diagnosis and recovering from cancer as a teenager Fally Klein was introduced to the concept of energy and the power of the subconscious. Fally learned to navigate the emotions and stigma that came from having cancer at such a young age and what she learned from it as a result. Fally experienced a miraculous healing that she…

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Judah Mischel - A Path Toward Greater Self-Actualization - Episode 85 55:07

2y ago55:07

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Judah Mischel is the Executive Director of Camp HASC, the Jewish community’s premier summer program for individuals with special needs, and is the newly appointed Mashpiah of OU-NCSY. Prior to assuming a full-time role at Camp HASC, Rav Judah was a Maggid Shiur & Director of Programing at Yeshivat Reishit in Beit Shemesh. A talmid of Yeshivat Shaal…

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Abie Rotenberg - Creative Process, Exclusive Content, and Using your Gifts for Good - Episode 84 43:43

2y ago43:43

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Abie Rotenberg is a prolific Orthodox Jewish musician, composer, and singer. He's been producing music since the mid-1970s. Abie grew up in Queens, New York, surrounded by other up-and-coming religious Jewish musicians. He studied the piano and even taught himself guitar at a young age. Known for his folk-inspired music Abie has collaborated with o…

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Rabbi Chaim Miller - Innovating Within Tradition - Episode 83 1:00:53

2y ago1:00:53

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Rabbi Chaim Miller was educated at the Haberdashers’ Aske’s School in London, England, and studied Medical Science at Leeds University. At the age of twenty-one, he first began to explore his Jewish roots in full-time Torah study. Less than a decade later, he published the best-selling Kol Menachem Chumash—Gutnick Edition, which made over a thousan…

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Lazer Brody - Beyond The Brain - Episode 82 56:59

2+ y ago56:59

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Rabbi Lazer Brody was born in Washington, D.C. in 1949. After receiving his bachelor's degree in agriculture from the University of Maryland in 1970, he moved to Israel and joined the Israel Defense Forces regular army, and served in one of the elite special-forces units. He is a decorated combat veteran of two wars and dozens of counter-insurgency…

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Stefanos Sifandos - Relationships Are Our Biggest Teachers - Episode 81 43:55

2+ y ago43:55

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With over 15 years of experience in the personal development space, Stefanos Sifandoa is a trained educator, behavioral scientist, and relationships expert with an extensive background in psychology, philosophy, and ecology. He is passionate about and committed to leading people closer to their highest potential and to each other. Stefanos’ philoso…

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Tara Schuster - A No BS Approach to Self Love - Episode 80 43:42

3y ago43:42

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Tara Schuster is a best-selling author, playwright, and accomplished entertainment executive. She served as Vice President of Talent and Development at Comedy Central where she was the Executive in Charge of the Emmy® and Peabody Award-winning Key & Peele, the Emmy® Award-winning @Midnight, and Lights Out with David Spade. She developed and ove…

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Moshe Gersht - Your Presence is Your Power - Episode 79 55:22

3y ago55:22

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After spending a decade and a half studying the depths of Torah, Kaballah, Chasidus, and Spirituality, Moshe Gersht has gifted us with a new lens on life. With his spiritual guide, It's All The Same To Me, Moshe Gersht inspires readers to discover the freedom and joy of a life lived in the deep connection of "sameness." Moshe introduces the powerfu…

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Roman Buchatsky - Make Your Dreams A Reality - Episode 78 1:02:47

3y ago1:02:47

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Roman Buchatsky is an Israeli director, artistic designer, producer, and video editor. He gained popularity and became widely acclaimed for his video productions for Israeli artists, and for his impact on the Israeli music video industry. Romans's most outstanding web works is the "I'm Jewish and You Know It" music video, which was released in 2011…

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MODI - The Man Behind The Laughs - Episode 77 44:16

3y ago44:16

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Today I have someone who I really wanted to have on the podcast for some time now, and we finally made it happen. Let me introduce Modi. Modi's been voted one of the top ten comedians in New York City by The Hollywood Reporter. Modi is one of the comedy circuit's most sought-after performers. Modi has been featured on HBO, CBS, NBC, ABC, Comedy Cen…

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Kristen Schwartz - The Beautiful World of Highly Sensitive People and Empaths - Episode 75 49:05

3y ago49:05

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Kristen Schwartz, is an author, entrepreneur, attuned empathic healer, and trauma-informed mental health professional. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling. In 2016 fueled by passion and recognizing the need for Empaths and Highly Sensitive People to realize their potential, Kristen became the founder of R…

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Elon Gold - More Comedy with Elon Gold (Part 2) - Episode 75 1:03:34

3y ago1:03:34

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Welcome, welcome back to the Great Day Podcast! Today we have part two. Of Elon Gold. That's right, it's actually my first time doing a part two episode of any kind. The first episode was, incredible and the feedback from everyone was tremendous, so if you haven't check out the first episode linked here. We cover the little spots that we didn't get…

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Michal Oshman - What Would You Do If You Weren’t Afraid? - Episode 74 59:24

3y ago59:24

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Michal Oshman is Head of Company Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion at TikTok Europe, and was formerly responsible for international leadership and team development at Facebook. She has held other impressive positions, trained hundreds of tech leaders, and holds three degrees from prestigious universities. She has three university degrees in psychod…

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Rabbi Rav Katz - The Future of Self-Development is Ancient - Episode 73 1:57:02

3y ago1:57:02

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Rav Doniel Katz is a visionary educator and internationally sought-after lecturer, whose open and compassionate teachings have transformed the lives of thousands around the world. A former award-winning filmmaker and theater director from Australia, he relocated to Jerusalem in 2,000 and has spent the last 17 years learning in some of its best-know…

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Gad Elbaz - Music is The Pen of The Soul - Episode 72 45:31

3y ago45:31

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Gad is an Israeli Superstar who is currently the most recognized name and face in Jewish music worldwide. With millions of hits on his YouTube music videos, Gad is one of the top recording artist, whose songs are played and covered around the globe. Through his soulful and contemporary sound, Gad has brought Jewish music to a new level and continue…

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Gedale Fenster - Faith Makes Things Grow in Your Life - Episode 71 59:44

3+ y ago59:44

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Gedale Fenster, a Miami-based entrepreneur, and motivational speaker is the founder and CEO of the People’s Insurance Claim Center and Evolutions Treatment Center. He has also established the Breslov Center, where he teaches. He hosts a series of daily and weekly online lectures. This guy creates systems, businesses, and not just that, places of To…

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Vanessa Van Edwards - Helping You Get to Your Goals Faster - Episode 70 30:45

3+ y ago30:45

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Vanessa is the Lead Investigator at Science of People. She is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People. Her book has been translated into 15 different languages and more than 30 million people watch her on YouTube. Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her i…

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Tamir Goodman - Not Letting Others Define Your Success - Episode 69 46:00

3+ y ago46:00

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Dubbed “The Jewish Jordan” by Sports Illustrated in 1999, Tamir Goodman is a former professional basketball player and current successful entrepreneur, coach, educator, and motivational speaker. Tamir was ranked the 25th best high school player in the country. He gained national attention after averaging over 35 points per game his junior year, all…

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Ross Szabo - A Deep Dive into Mental Health and Anxiety - Episode 68 57:17

3+ y ago57:17

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Ross Szabo is the Wellness Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA. He is a mental health speaker and the CEO of Human Power Project. Ross was the Director of Outreach for the National Mental Health Awareness Campaign from 2002-2010. In that time, Szabo helped create the first nationwide youth mental health speakers' bureau in the country, called the He…

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Elon Gold - The Comedy Episode Part 1 - Episode 67 52:51

3+ y ago52:51

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Welcome, welcome back to the Great Day Podcast! Today I am joined by Elon Gold. Elon is a comedian and actor who has starred in FOX's 'Stacked' and NBC's 'In-Laws'. He has made ten appearances on 'The Tonight Show and had a recurring role on the hit show, 'Bones'. Elon was a writer/performer on ABC's 'The Dana Carvey Show' and has guest-starred on …

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Moishe Chanin + Avremi Zippel - How to Show Up Courageously As a Man - Episode 66 1:01:24

3+ y ago1:01:24

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Today Moishe Chanin returns to the podcast. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Moishe is an internationally certified Professional Life Coach, a trained and certified Addiction Recovery Coach, and Board member at Neshamos - an organization dedicated to creating a healthy inner life for youth in the community. After spending 10 years working in …

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Yaakov Shwekey - A Time for Music - Episode 65 1:03:53

3+ y ago1:03:53

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Yaakov Shwekey was born in Jerusalem. In his early years, Shewkey lived in the Bayit VeGan neighborhood of Jerusalem,[2] but he eventually moved to Polanco, Mexico City, and attended Yeshiva Ateret Yosef. He later lived in Lakewood, NJ, and Brooklyn, NY, and attended Yeshiva of Brooklyn before moving to Long Branch, NJ. Yaakov Shwekey stormed into …

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The Very Interesting World of Matzo - Episode 64 43:12

3+ y ago43:12

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In the 1890’s, Aron Streit and his wife, Nettie, left Europe and came to America. In 1916, Aron opened his first matzo factory. There, on Pitt Street on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, Aron and his first partner Rabbi Weinberger made all their matzo by hand. In 1925, Aron and one of his sons opened up a modern bakery on Rivington Street. A few ye…

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Rabbi YY Jacobson - A Tale of Your Soul - Episode 63 1:25:37

3+ y ago1:25:37

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One of America’s premier Jewish scholars in Torah and Jewish mysticism, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak (YY) Jacobson is one of the most sought after speakers in the Jewish world today, lecturing to Jewish and non-Jewish audiences on six continents and in forty states, and serving as teacher and mentor to thousands across the globe. He is considered to be one…

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