Why is there so much antisemitism on college campuses and especially on Ivy League institutions? Is anyone doing anything about it? What can we do??? All of these question are discussed in 2 interviews on this episode. The first conversation (5:30-42:18) is with Joshua Suchoff and Dr. Ayal Feinberg. Joshua Suchoff is Managing Director of the Academic Engagement Network, an organization that mobilizes networks of university faculty and administrators to counter antisemitism, oppose the...

Rabbi Lawrence Hajioff is a world-renowned speaker and author. Originally from London, England, he graduated with honors in political science from Manchester University. After working for MTV in news production, and winning the national competition ‘Jewish Stand-Up Comedian’ of the Year, Rabbi Hajioff traveled to study in Israel and then Monsey to receive his rabbinical ordination. Rabbi Hajioff is a senior lecturer at Chazak and a full time faculty member of Stern College for Women at...

Lori Palatnik is the Founding Director of Momentum (formerly JWRP). She is a world-renowned Jewish educator, speaker, writer, and media personality, who has lectured all over the world. Lori has authored four books: Friday Night and Beyond, Gossip, Remember My Soul, and Turn Your Husband Into Your Soul Mate. In 2014, Lori was named one of the ten “Women to Watch” by Jewish Women International in recognition of her contribution to Jewish women throughout the world. Hadassah named Lori one...

Charlotte Korchak is the Senior Educator and Director of International Student Programs at StandWithUs Israel, where she educates and trains students from around the world in Israeli history and activism. Charlotte grew up in both the United States and Israel, spending her formative years living in Jerusalem during the second intifada, giving her both an internal and external perspective on Israel and the conflict. She graduated with a BA in Middle Eastern History from the University of...

In this episode, Rabbi Shlomo explores the beginning of the Torah, Parshat Bereishis to draw out deeper messages that relate to the situation with our brothers and sisters in Israel and across the world. The following was Rabbi Shlomo's message on social media: We are in this together. We are mourning the losses of our brothers, sisters, and children who were brutally slaughtered and whose beautiful, precious, and pure souls have returned to their Maker. We are praying for the...

What the story of Adam and Eve teach us about human consciousness, the desire for spiritual experiences and the need for human struggle. Learning how to accept ourselves even when we are feeling low. Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels: Facebook: @shlomobuxbaum Instagram: @shlomobuxbaum YouTube: TheLevExperience Pick up a copy of Rabbi...

Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels: Facebook: @shlomobuxbaum Instagram: @shlomobuxbaum YouTube: TheLevExperience Related Episodes: 10 Days of Teshuva & the 10 Sefirot: R' Yaacov Haber on the Keys to True Greatness: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ldChUG6JfDb Energy of the Jewish Months- Tishrei: From Days of Awe to Days of...

Rabbi Elchanan Shoff is the Rabbi of Beis Knesses of Los Angeles, also known as BKLA, and a popular teacher in the LA area and throughout the US. He is a Professor of Jewish Philosophy and Judaic Studies at Touro College of Los Angeles, as well as the author of 10 books in Hebrew and in English including the High Holiday classic, "Hashem is my Light" by Kodesh Press, which is the subject of our podcast today. Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform...

Madison Margolin is a journalist covering psychedelics, cannabis, spirituality, and Jewish life. She is also the author of Exile & Ecstasy (Hay House Publishing 2023), a gonzo journalistic memoir about the intersection of Judaism and psychedelics, from the perspective of growing up in both the Ram Dass community and the cannabis legalization movement. She is co-founder of DoubleBlind Magazine and has written for several magazines and publications. As a contributing editor to Ayin Press,...

Mordechai Holtz has been working in the field of digital marketing, content writing, and brand strategy and social media management for more than a decade. He has worked with clients that have spanned across 8 countries, ranging from startups to the City of Jerusalem to major tech companies. He is an avid blogger and an active contributor to the digital marketing space. He's contributed to Fast Company, cited in Buzzfeed, CMO.com, Forbes & Inc. Mordecai's content has been featured on...

Moshe Gersht is the author of the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling book It's All the Same to Me, and the author of the new book The Three Conditions, set to be released this November. He's a TEDx speaker and spiritual teacher who has devoted his life to seamlessly bridging the worlds of the Torah tradition, mystical wisdom, the true nature of the human mind, and our collective struggles. He lives in Jerusalem with his wife and children. For more and for a free chapter of his new...

In honor of Tu B'Av, a day in the Jewish calendar that is auspicious for matchmaking and relationship growth, we present to you this powerful conversation with Rabbi David Fredman. Rabbi David Fredman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who combines a unique blend of humor, kindness and insight to calm the most tense interactions that couples go through. Having serviced the community as a Rabbi for over a decade, David knows the ins and outs of love, loss and healing. David uses a...

The time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it. In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today,...

The time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it. In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today,...

The time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it. In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today,...

The time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it. In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today,...

Widely considered one of Israel's top venture capitalists, Michael Eisenberg is co-founder and General Partner at Aleph, an early stage venture capital fund with over $500 million under management. Michael, has been a venture capitalist for twenty-five years. Aleph focuses on partnering with great Israeli entrepreneurs to build large, meaningful companies and impactful global brands. Since its founding in 2013, Aleph has invested in more than forty companies. Since 2006, Michael has been...

Dustin Paul has been singing since he was 14, previously as the front man of a band whom attracted millions of views on YouTube, played at music festivals, and performed on national television, and now as a solo performer, writing/collaborating and singing for many talented producers, songwriters, and DJ’s such as Diego Miranda (rated one of the top 100 DJs by Djmag). Their song “Shiver” was play-listed on RFM national radio – one of Portugal’s most listened to radio stations and their 2019...

Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum is the Associate Regional Director of Central East NCSY (formerly known as the National Conference of Synagogue Youth) and the City Director of Cleveland NCSY. He and his wife Elana have been inspiring and hosting teens in their home for nearly a decade. Rabbi Tenenbaum inspires teens through innovative programming and his passion for the Jewish future. Rabbi Tenenbaum was scheduled to give a TEDx Talk which was canceled by Covid19. For more information about Rabbi...

Rabbi Eitiel Goldwicht is the founder of Aish Israel, the Israeli division of Aish Hatorah and the Founder of VLU group. As a native Israeli who moved to the States as a child, Rabbi Eitiel, strongly associates with both Israelis and Anglos, and his deep understanding and passion for the Jewish people fuels his work amongst the religious spectrum. Tens of thousands of secular Israelis visit the Aish world center yearly, and have experienced Rabbi Eitiels dynamic and engaging lectures and...

Dr. Azi Jankovic is on a mission to inspire and empower people to unlock potential, actualise their big visions, and create a lasting legacy. She works with entrepreneurs and startups, guiding their growth and development. Dr. Azi speaks on a range of topics, including how to live a more inspired and fulfilling life, how to create the life and business you’ll love, and how literally anyone can unlock Divine potential and create true impact. Her top-ranking Inspired by Purpose Podcast...

In this special pre-Shavuot episode, Rabbi Shlomo reads a powerful piece from his new book "The Four Elements of Inner Freedom" about the Sinai experience. We explore how every person's inner work involves our ability to detach from associating ourselves with our physical being and material possesions and plug in to the deepest parts of ourselves. The book, "The Four Elements of Inner Freedom: The Exodus Story as a Model for Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Personal Breakthroughs", is...

Ashriel and Maayan, known on their social media as The Jewish Nomads, traveled the world for over 5 years and volunteered in many Jewish communities before establishing ‘Bet Halev’, a Jewish home in the magical coastal town of Varkala in India. Beit Halev gives an authentic Jewish alternative to Jewish travelers who come to India for the ashrams, the yoga, and spiritual workshops, including Kosher food, Shabbats, holidays, access to books, classes and workshops, and a cozy feeling of being at...

Zevi Slavin is the creator of Seekers of Unity, an educational project and community dedicated to a collaborative, comparative, interdisciplinary exploration of mysticism. Exploring the unity of the world’s mystical traditions and the intersection of philosophy and mysticism, east and west, ancient and contemporary. You are invited to join the community of seekers at www.youtube.com/seekersofunity Zevi is an Australian native who was raised, educated and ordained within the Chassidic...

David Lapin is one of the world’s leading thinkers in the fields of leadership and business transformation. As a scholar, speaker, columnist, author of Lead by Greatness (Avoda Books, 2012), and founder of Lapin International, he has helped thousands of leaders and organizations distinguish themselves and elevate performance at every level. David’s every engagement is grounded in his humanist philosophy of leadership known as Lead by Greatness®—a blueprint for personal achievement and...