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Rabbi Daniel Z. Feldman is a Rosh Yeshiva at YU. He also serves as the Executive Editor of the RIETS initiative of YU Press. Rabbi Feldman is the author of “The Right and The Good: Halakhah and Human Relations”; “Divine Footsteps: Chesed and the Jewish Soul”; “False Facts and True Rumors: Lashon Hara in Contemporary Culture”; as well as five volumes of Talmudic essays entitled Binah BaSefarim, which have been published with the approbations of R’ Avraham Schapira, R’ Ovadiah Yosef, R’ Natan Gestetner, R’ Zalman Nechemiah Goldberg, R’ Asher Weiss and others. Rabbi Feldman is the co-editor of more than ten volumes of Talmudic essays and Jewish Thought and serves on the editorial board of Tradition, and has also written for publications such as Jewish Action, The Orthodox Forum, and the Oxford Handbook of Judaism and Economics. He is a frequent lecturer in locations across America and abroad. Rabbi Feldman is also the spiritual leader of Ohr Saadya of Teaneck, NJ.

Hear about everything from his experiences in KBY and Morasha Kollel to how he got a Ronald Reagan signed picture and everything in between.

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Sara Rivka Yekutiel was easily winning national karate championships and was a lock for the Olympics. Then, despite not being an observant Jew, she gave it all up for Rosh Hashana. Listen to hear about her fascinating journey.

Also, you can check out her new book: Raizi and the Passover Plans. Available on Amazon and at other book stores: https://www.amazon.com/Raizi-Passover-Plans-Sara-Rivka-Yekutiel/dp/195638166X.



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After growing up in America, learning Arabic, and studying for 6 months as a Jew in Jordan, Noam Ivri Adanani made aliya. In Israel he served in the army and assisted with international diplomatic work before becoming a senior consultant at APCO Worldwide. As a resident of Sderot, his family was evacuated after October 7th and Noam was called back to the IDF.



Hear about what motivated his big decisions and the experiences he had. Why did he learn Arabic, move to Israel, and serve in the army? What did that teach him? What happened to his family in Sderot when the war started and what has happened since. Listen to hear all this and more!



To learn more about the events of Noam and his family since October 7th, you can see the following news pieces covering him:

Initial Days of the War:

9 October 2023, Jerusalem Post “Unprepared: The war’s first 48 hours in Sderot” https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-767618

11 October 2023. Euronews Albania (Albanian Prime-Time Morning TV Show appearance to discuss life in Sderot on the 4th day of the war) https://euronews.al/cifti-izraelit-3-dite-te-izoluar-kemi-dale-vetem-1-here-nga-shtepia-per-ushqime/

Full 30-minute interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65Kha9tN7Bc

12 October 2023. NTD, “Israeli Couple Recounts Waiting out Hamas Attack in Rocket Shelter.” https://www.ntd.com/israeli-couple-recounts-waiting-out-hamas-attack-in-rocket-shelter_947446.html

Since:

1 February 2024. Jerusalem Post, “As Israel's southern Sderot evacuees return, questions remain over Gaza border future.” https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-784758

6 February 2024. i24 News, “The October 7th Horrors and Homecoming to Sderot,” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mnsn_jZgwU0

9 February, 2024. Voice of America, “Residents of Town Near Gaza Start Coming Back” https://www.voanews.com/a/residents-of-town-near-gaza-start-coming-back/7480826.html



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For more than 15 years, Elie Klein has worked tirelessly to promote the work of ADI. Known for its individualized care, cutting-edge therapies, residency programs and innovative disability inclusion programming, ADI has become one of Israel’s most impactful organizations for people with disabilities.

Hear about his journey, what ADI is all about and why it is one of the most magical places on Earth. Learn more about ADI at adi-il.org.

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Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein, representing New York's 48th Assembly District, joins to discuss his start in politics, what effects his decisions, why it matters that he has spent his whole life in the district he represents, why it's so important to have an office that can help the community, and so much more!


With a background in legislative affairs and intergovernmental work, Simcha has played a crucial role in advocating for the City of New York, crafting essential legislation, and assisting communities in reclaiming unclaimed funds. Join us as we explore his impressive journey, community engagement, and dedication to serving the people of New York.


Side point: I have to thank the staffers of Assemblyman Eichenstein for working with me for almost half a year to plan this and for all their help with the recording and everything else. When Simcha said he values having an office that is for the people, I was able to say I've heard that from everybody and experienced it.


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Nissim Black is a household name in Jewish homes with 4 albums, 39 singles, and nearly 30 million YouTube views. Nissim shares his extraordinary journey, from growing up in Seattle with parents who pioneered the rap scene to facing challenges like drugs and violence.

He opens up about pivotal moments that led him away from that life and toward change, shedding light on the positive memories of his youth that often go unnoticed. Nissim also discusses his transition to Judaism and the challenges and acceptance he encountered along the way. In a rapid-fire round, he reveals his favorite lyrics, favorite Jewish rapper, and most memorable performance. Finally, Nissim shares the one question he wished he'd been asked in all his interviews. Don't miss this candid and insightful conversation with Nissim Black!
Nissim's YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCAnRqJ-SIowmwBnBVemb_zA

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