Episode #3: Chaim Wizman
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Chaim Wizman moved to Israel 25 years ago, and has led a fascinating, eclectic life since then. An attorney by training, Chaim has done the following since making Aliya: Lectured to students at Aish Hatorah for eight years Founded a running club that boasts more than 50 members of all skill levels, from several sub-3-hour marathoners to, well, me Opened a running and biking shop, and experienced it getting robbed Served as the head of sports-related fundraising for Alyn – the childrens’ rehab hospital in Jerusalem, and has more recently played a similar role in Geerz – an organization that trains children in Mountain Biking for the sake of building their confidence Chaim and his wife Sara have six children and, more importantly, two grandchildren. The Show Rundown: 0:00: Intro 6:07: Settling In 23:57: Running and Sports 50:05: Children and Challenges 64:15: Rapid-fire Questions
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