The Proctor Effect

Avi Proctor
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The Proctor Effect, part of The Moral Edge network, is a podcast hosted by Avi Proctor that highlights the stories of incredible people living in Israel who are making a meaningful impact in the world. From entrepreneurs and athletes to educators, organization founders, creators, and community leaders, each episode dives into the real stories behind the people helping shape life in Israel today. The goal of the show is to showcase the energy, passion, resilience, and vision of the people building their lives in Israel and to give listeners meaningful conversations filled with perspective, growth, and inspiration.

  1. 5 days ago

    Why Religious Life Can Feel Empty (And How We Can Fix It) | Rabbi Moshe Benovitz

    Avi Proctor sits down with Rabbi Moshe Benovitz, the Managing Director of International NCSY, to have a real talk about what it actually means to live a life of meaning today. You know that feeling where you're just going through the motions and nothing really sticks? We get into exactly why that happens and how to break out of it. It’s one of those conversations that makes you look at your daily routine, your sports obsession, and even your connection to Israel in a totally different light. If you’ve ever felt like your religious life is missing its soul, you need to hear this one. 🌍 Explore more conversations, articles, and exclusive content at: https://moraledge.com 📸 Follow Moral Edge on Instagram: / moraledgepodcast 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week as we explore faith, Israel, leadership, culture, and the moral questions shaping our world. ✨ Avi Proctor Educator, speaker, and lifelong student of Jewish thought, bringing wisdom, insight, and perspective to today's most important conversations. Follow him: / therealaviproctor Chapters: 00:00 - The journey of a lifetime 01:04 - Growing up in Teaneck 05:42 - The Israel experience 08:08 - The trap of "imposition" 13:16 - Why we move to Israel 19:57 - The deficit in Jewish education 25:02 - The power of NCSY 29:54 - Why summer in Israel transforms you 36:22 - The "Sports Rabbi" dilemma 46:47 - Why I’m optimistic about the youth 51:21 - The final message

  2. 5 Jul

    Don’t Give up Yet: Today’s “No” Is Tomorrow’s “Yes” | Rabbi & Rebbetzin Schneider

    Avi Proctor sits down with Rabbi and Rebbetzin Schneider for a real talk about the messy parts of life. From the years they spent struggling with infertility to the big decision to pack up and build a life in Israel. This isn't a lecture. It is a masterclass on how to stop letting your circumstances run your life. If you have ever felt like you are falling behind, this episode is exactly the perspective shift you need to find your footing again. Connect with Avi: 🎙️ / : Follow along for daily thoughts on life, growth, and the conversations that actually matter. 🌍 Explore more conversations, articles, and exclusive content at: https://moraledge.com 📸 Follow Moral Edge on Instagram: / moraledgepodcast 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week as we explore faith, Israel, leadership, culture, and the moral questions shaping our world. 00:00 - Getting started 01:16 - Looking back at the early years 05:05 - How they actually met 08:15 - The decision to move to Israel 12:17 - The reality of struggling with infertility 21:19 - Why they stayed after October 7th 34:50 - The miracle of the twins 49:16 - Why they chose an Israel-based life 56:30 - Breaking out of the "box" 01:04:34 - The best advice for staying happy

  3. 5 Jul

    The Sports Illustrated Phenom Who Refused to Play on Shabbat | Tamir Goodman

    Avi Proctor sits down with Tamir Goodman, famously dubbed "The Jewish Jordan" by Sports Illustrated in 1999, to uncover the raw reality behind his meteoric rise. From severe dyslexia unlocking his elite passing vision to the brutal reality of walking away from top-tier D1 programs to protect Shabbat, Tamir shares a raw, unfiltered look at his journey. This is a profound masterclass on identity, ferocious resilience, and what happens when you choose principles over fame. 🎙️ Follow Moral Edge & Avi Proctor: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ceq9fS... Moral Edge Instagram: / moraledgepodcast The Proctor Effect Instagram: / theproctoreffect Website: https://moraledge.com 📌 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction & Growing Up in Baltimore 00:03:03 - The Power of Mentorship: Earning Your Boundaries 00:06:34 - Turning Dyslexia into an Elite Court Advantage 00:09:56 - 🔥 Getting 7 Division I Offers Just by Passing 00:15:40 - Walking Away From D1 Basketball to Protect Shabbat 00:21:04 - Walking Through the Snow: Fasting, Sprints, and Teammate Loyalty 00:27:11 - Navigating the 90s Media Storm vs. Today's Social Media Era 00:33:04 - Moving to Israel, Ripped Contracts, and Career Volatility 00:43:41 - The Transition to Sports Tech, Engineering, & Entrepreneurship 00:46:04 - A Day in the Life: 3:45 AM Wake-ups, No Alarms, & Elite Routine 00:58:02 - 🔥 Facing Southern Hecklers & Earning Respect for the Kippah 01:02:25 - Tamir's Ultimate Message on Internal Worth & Ferocious Resilience

  4. 5 Jul

    How Cycling Can Fix Your Brain (Adventure Therapy) | Rabbi Nachum Wasosky

    The Proctor Effect on Moral Edge brings you Avi Proctor in conversation with Rabbi Nachum Wasosky, founder of Geerz. Rabbi Nachum shares the wild story of how one mountain bike ride turned into a life-changing movement for kids, teens, soldiers, and families across Israel. From personal struggle to purpose, from boys finally opening up on the trail to wounded communities finding strength again, this episode shows why healing does not always happen in an office. Learn more about Geerz: https://www.geerz.org/ Watch more from Moral Edge: https://moraledge.com

  5. 7 Jun

    The Line He Crossed: Saving Lives Beyond Politics | Eli Beer

    What if emergency help could arrive in 90 seconds? Eli Beer, founder of United Hatzalah, joins Avi Proctor to tell the story of how one painful realization changed emergency response in Israel: the system was too slow. After seeing lives lost while people waited for help, Eli built a volunteer network that could reach emergencies before the ambulance arrived. From being kicked out of school, to building an underground command center, to facing public opposition, Eli’s story is about courage, disruption, faith, and the refusal to wait when lives are on the line. https://www.amazon.com/Seconds-Paperb... Follow The Proctor Effect: / theproctoreffect Follow Moral Edge: / moraledgepodcast Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ceq9fS... Visit Moral Edge: https://www.moraledge.com/

  6. 6 Jun

    He Grew Up Christian until His Mother Told Him the Truth | An Unforgettable Journey Home

    Jodeci Joseph grew up celebrating Christmas, going to Christian school, and living a life that seemed completely normal, until his mother sat him down at 11 years old and told him the truth: he was Jewish. From identity shock, rejection, racism, family pain, and years of darkness, Jodeci’s story becomes a powerful journey of finding God, rebuilding himself, and choosing the Jewish life that had been hidden from him. “If You get me out of this, I’ll dedicate my life to helping people.” That moment became the turning point of a life transformed. Visit our Website at https://moraledge.com

  7. 6 Jun

    From Ivy League Dreams to Fighting in Gaza

    Jacob Lerer joins Avi Proctor to share his journey from Ivy League dreams to choosing Israel, joining the IDF, and fighting from inside a tank in Gaza. In one unforgettable moment, an RPG hit so close that ten centimeters could have changed everything, turning his war story into a powerful testimony of courage, mission, and miracles. Visit our Website at https://moraledge.com

  8. 6 Jun

    The Story Behind Chanale’s Fight for Israel

    She's been behind the mic for 20 years. This time, she's in the chair. 🎙️ Chanale Fellig is a singer, podcaster, Israel advocate, and Chabad woman who has done it all; on her own terms, often at a cost. And this is the first time she's sat down and told the whole story. 🎵 8 self-produced albums with zero budget and zero backing 🏠 Left home at 13 to live with her aunt in Montreal ✈️ Performed in Chile, South Africa, Australia, Colombia 💍 Got married in Israel — without her parents at the wedding 🇮🇱 Made aliyah and released her album "I Am The Land" on landing day 📱 Built @mybeautifullandofisrael to 260,000 followers during wartime 💰 Raised $200,000 for the IDF post October 7th ❤️ Still standing. Still herself. Still on fire. She'll talk about the music industry that put her cassettes on the bottom shelf. The community that questioned her choices. The marriage that challenged everything. The divorce. October 7th. The viral video with 21 million views and hundreds of thousands of hate comments. And what keeps her going through all of it. 👇 Watch the full episode, drop a comment, and subscribe — you'll want to be here for part two.

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The Proctor Effect, part of The Moral Edge network, is a podcast hosted by Avi Proctor that highlights the stories of incredible people living in Israel who are making a meaningful impact in the world. From entrepreneurs and athletes to educators, organization founders, creators, and community leaders, each episode dives into the real stories behind the people helping shape life in Israel today. The goal of the show is to showcase the energy, passion, resilience, and vision of the people building their lives in Israel and to give listeners meaningful conversations filled with perspective, growth, and inspiration.

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  • Creator
    Avi Proctor
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Avi Proctor
  • Show Website
    The Proctor Effect

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