Meet Chase, a remarkable convert who completed his spiritual journey at 31. Hailing from New Jersey with a rich cultural heritage of Filipino, Irish, and Vilna roots, he embraced his faith with commitment and passion.  Then there’s Tehila, a resilient woman from Monsey, NY. She bravely navigated the challenges of divorce and the heartbreak of losing a parent, all while holding onto hope for a fresh start. Witness how G-d intertwines their lives. Despite coming from vastly different...

Finding love at the stadium: Evan was 39 when fate finally led him to Shiffy through an idea: attending his favorite sports game, which was a plane ride away in her hometown.  Through a series of divine twists, we see how G-d guided this couple together, even as confusion, fear, and uncertainty tried to pull them apart. After dating 200 men, Shiffy shares what felt different with Evan—starting with their first date, which lasted 14 hours.  In an honest conversation, Evan reflects on his...

From atheist to advocate, Devora's journey is a powerful story of transformation. Once navigating her own dating struggles, she was drawn to religion through shomer negiah, the Jewish law of refraining from physical contact outside family and marriage. Since then, Devora has helped hundreds find clarity in dating.  Her husband, Reuven, an inspiring Judaic leader from Ukraine, had his own extraordinary path — nearly losing his life, and sharing his unique path to becoming an observant Jew....

Tzipora Grodko is a motivational speaker and singles advocate. Based out of Monsey, NY, Tzipora is a LMSW, a Transformative Coach, and a junkie for purpose, passion, & connection.   Tzipora can be reached via her Instagram or email at [email protected] Order the #TailorMade Merch Now! Click Here: https://meaningfulminute.myshopify.com/products/crewneck-sweatshirt This Episode is sponsored by the Newman Family L’zecher Nishmas Ruchama Perel Malka Leah Bat Aryeh...

An episode like no other, hear the brave courageous journey of how Chani navigated divorced, the unimaginable of becoming a widow, and ultimately through the clear intervention of Gd, find her soulmate, Scott.  Both from different worlds, Scott shared how he dates over 200 women, the challenges of feeling isolated in a Jewish community, and what dating was like until G-d finally introduced him to Chani at age 44.  In this heartfelt episode, Tzipora Grodko sits down with Chani and Scott...

Join us for the first-ever telling of Shlomo and Chanalee Gaisin’s remarkable story.  Shlomo, an artist who revolutionized the music industry, shares his journey through two broken engagements and the challenges of dating.  With honesty, depth, and Hasidic teachings, he reflects on how pain can lead to incredible growth, reminding us that it's not about falling down, but learning how to get back up.  Chanalee, once a fan of Shlomo’s work, never imagined she’d end up with him. Their story is...

Gedale Fenster is an internationally renowned motivational speaker, spiritual leader, life coach, entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist. He has become known worldwide as one the most recognized faces in the field of personal development.  His approach, simple and straightforward yet profound and wise, has empowered millions of individuals to achieve success in all aspects of life. His teachings are firmly rooted in spirituality and the belief that problems are truly blessings in...

This conversation features an interview with a couple, Yaeli and her husband Nesanel, discussing their backgrounds, experiences with dating, and the challenges they've faced in their marriage. They both come from divorced families, which has shaped their perspectives on relationships and the importance of communication. Yaeli shares her upbringing in Israel and Brooklyn, highlighting her feeling of being different due to her immigrant background and her parents' divorce. Her husband discusses...

In this episode of Stories of Hope with host Tzipora Grodko, we hear an inspiring tale of love, resilience, and perseverance.  Join us as Jon, hailing from South Africa, and Goldie, a resident of Brooklyn, share their extraordinary story of crossing 8000 miles to find each other.  Amidst Jon’s journey of recovery and Goldie's own experiences, their bond blossomed into a testament of hope and the power of connection. Through trials and triumphs, their story embodies the beauty of overcoming...

Stories of Hope podcast with Tzipora Grodko presents an inspiring episode featuring Rena and Perry Fox.  What started as a friendship blossomed into a deep love that led them to the brink of marriage.  However, a genetic testing revelation threatened their dream of having children together. As they navigated this unexpected challenge, Rena and Perry found themselves at a crossroads, faced with a pivotal decision that would shape their future.  Tune in to hear their remarkable journey,...

In this episode of Stories of Hope with Tzipora Grodko, listeners are treated to an inspiring interview with Shloimy and Pauline Schleider.  Pauline, hailing from the Syrian community in Brooklyn, faced numerous challenges in her journey through shidduchim, culminating in a marriage that led to divorce.  Shloimy, originally from Gateshead in England, saw beyond Pauline's past and saw the true beauty within.  Choosing to give her a chance, they embarked on a journey of love and...

Join us on a heartfelt episode of "Stories of Hope" as we sit down with the inspiring couple, Ozzie and Rachel Burnham. Rachel, who bravely navigated through dating 220 men, finally found her true love in Ozzie.  Meanwhile, Ozzie's life took a tragic turn when he lost his wife to illness at a young age, but within just 30 minutes, fate brought him and Rachel together. In this emotional and uplifting episode, Ozzie and Rachel share their remarkable journey of finding hope and love despite the...

In this captivating episode of Stories of Hope, podcast  host Tzipora Grodko delves into the remarkable love story of musicians Shaindee and Avromi Basch.  Feeling misrepresented by the matchmaking system, they bravely and vulnerably shared their fears and  insecurities that were challenged during this time. Naturally leading to the infamous question of; what if I never find “The One”.  Join us as we explore how two musicians who thought they were far from perfect, were perfectly suited for...

In this episode of "Stories of Hope with Tzipora Grodko," Yosef and Rikki Gestetner join the podcast as they share their remarkable journey to finding each other. Against the backdrop of dating 223 other people, Rikki and Yosef's unique love story blossomed, showcasing resilience, commitment, and unwavering faith. Tune in to hear about their first virtual date during the pandemic, where their relationship took off despite facing challenges including a physical disability and the complexities...

In this heartfelt episode of "Stories of Hope," join host Tzipora Grodko as she delves into the inspiring journey of Penina and Aryeh Kunstler.  Penina's world was shattered when she lost her first husband unexpectedly at a young age, while pregnant with their child.  Aryeh, following a divorce, was also navigating the challenges of starting anew. Both hesitant to reopen their hearts to love, their paths eventually crossed, leading to a beautiful and resilient love story.  Through their...

In the debut episode of Stories Of Hope, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Ben and Sarah Taplin, a couple whose relationship defied all odds.  Ben faced a series of life-threatening health crises that brought him to the brink of death not once, but four times.  On the other hand, Sarah led a completely different life as a non-religious sorority girl. Despite their contrasting backgrounds and the challenges they individually faced, destiny brought them together. Join us as we uncover...

The Stories Of Hope podcast inspires singles to stay hopeful throughout the challenges of dating. Stories of Hope not only empowers those in need, but invites insight towards change within the Jewish community. Advocating for greater compassion, inclusion, and sensitivity. Encouraging singles to live their best life despite the challenges this chapter brings. Feeling proud, vs shame. Recognizing that with HaShem as our guide, we are never forgotten, knowing there’s a greater Plan in...