Orange Socks Podcast Exploring Jewish Art and Creativity with Yitzchok Moully

Yitzchok Moully

Exploring Jewish Art and Creativity with Yitzchok Moully. Welcome to Orange Socks, a podcast hosted by Yitzchok Moully where we celebrate Jewish art and creativity in all its vibrant forms! Each episode, we'll delve into the stories, inspirations, lives and work of fascinating creatives across the Jewish and artistic spectrum. From filmmakers to musicians, writers to artists, we explore the unique ways they express their Jewish identity and perspectives through their creative expression. What’s YOUR orange socks?

  1. 2d ago

    EP. 81 - Dena Schusterman on the Stories That Shape Us

    Dena Schusterman is a Chabad shlucha, educator, mother of eight, and author of Stories Carry. Growing up as the daughter of pioneering Chabad shluchim, Dena inherited a collection of remarkable family stories. What began as a desire to preserve her father's experiences became a personal journey of exploring her own identity and discovering her voice as a writer.In this episode of Orange Socks, Dena shares her creative process, the freedom that comes with letting go of perfectionism, and the challenge of finding individuality within a close-knit community. We explore how the stories we inherit shape who we become, how we pass them on to the next generation, and what it means to define success on our own terms.It's a conversation about storytelling, creativity, and finding the courage to be yourself while remaining connected to the traditions that shaped you.As always, it's about finding your orange socks by leaning into who you already are.About Dena:DENA SCHUSTERMAN is the author of the new memoir: Stories Carry. She founded Chabad Intown in Atlanta, where she's built a thriving community as an educator, preschool director, and teacher. She writes about parenting and applied Torah thought for publications including Kveller, Chabad.org, Groknation, Ami magazine and the Atlanta Jewish Times. A mother of 8 and native Californian, she and her husband Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman have called Atlanta home for 20 years. Stories Carry is her debut memoir. https://www.denaschusterman.com/bookInstagram: @denadsFB: Dena Schusterman https://www.chabadintown.org/ More about Orange Socks: Follow and keep up to date with the podcast in Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orangesockspodcast/ Contact us at orangesockspodcast@gmail.com Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628 On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast Connect with Yitzchok Moully https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/ https://www.moullyart.com/

    EP. 81 - Dena Schusterman on the Stories That Shape Us
  2. Oct 18

    EP. 80 - Seagal Hagege on Turning Helmets Into Hope

    Seagal Hagege never set out to become a fundraiser or an advocate for the arts. A New York schoolteacher who moved to Israel with her family, she was still struggling to find her place when October 7 changed everything. What began with a request to help provide boots for Israeli soldiers grew into an extraordinary effort to supply military equipment—and eventually inspired Helmets for Chayalim, a project that transforms used military helmets into powerful works of art. In this episode of Orange Socks, Seagal shares how a simple idea evolved into a collaboration with artists from around the world. We explore the stories behind the helmets, their journey from the battlefield to galleries and museums, and the remarkable ways art can connect communities, honor sacrifice, and offer a glimpse of healing and hope. We also talk about finding purpose in unexpected places, the challenges of making aliyah, and what happens when you stop waiting for the perfect opportunity and simply start doing something. It's a conversation about the power of an idea, the impact one person can have, and how creativity can become something much bigger than the artwork itself. As always, it's about finding your orange socks by leaning into who you already are.More about Orange Socks: Follow and keep up to date with the podcast in Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orangesockspodcast/ Contact us at orangesockspodcast@gmail.com Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628 On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast Connect with Yitzchok Moully https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/ https://www.moullyart.com/

    EP. 80 - Seagal Hagege on Turning Helmets Into Hope
  3. Oct 11

    EP. 79 - Avigail Scheinfeld on Finding Her Voice After October 7

    Avigail Scheinfeld  is an Israeli singer, DJ, vocal coach, and music producer who has spent much of her life bringing women together through music. In this episode of Orange Socks, Avigail shares how October 7 changed her life, as her husband was called into military service and she made the unexpected decision to leave her steady job and devote herself fully to music. We explore the extraordinary power of music to bring comfort, connection, and hope during difficult times. Avigail shares the deeply personal experiences of raising three daughters while her husband serves in the IDF reserves, the remarkable story behind her daughter's name, and the inspiration for her newest song, Hakachol V'Halavan (The Blue and the White). Through it all, she reflects on Jewish pride, resilience, and the determination to continue celebrating life even in the face of unimaginable loss. It's a moving conversation about finding your purpose, using your gifts to make a difference, and discovering that sometimes art isn't simply something we enjoy—it's something we need. As always, it's about finding your orange socks by leaning into who you already are. About Avigail: My name is Avigail, a religious singer from Tzur Hadassah in Israel. I perform live for women only. I've been singing and performing for 20 years. I am also a DJ, a vocal coach and music producer. I'm the official singer at OU women events in Israel. I am the proud wife of a soldier who has done over 500 days of reserves (Miluim) since October 7th. I am a proud mother to 3 beautiful girls, b"H. Music is my passion, my way to express my Emunah, and I hope to give much Chizuk through my music to those who hear it. I released a song on October 7th of this year, as a statement to those who tried to destroy us- we are here, we are home, and we are here to stay. The blue and the white will be ours for life! הכחול והלבן הם שלנו לעד  My new release from Oct 7th, Hakachol V'Halavan (the blue and the white) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0xErsx8W9M Version of music video with subtitles: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeMsUDyMrr0/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&cplk=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Creatives Avigail thinks you should know: Ariella Zeitlin: https://www.instagram.com/ariellazeitlinmusic/ Rebbitzen Judith Gerzi: https://www.instagram.com/judithgerzimusic/ Ricka Razel: https://www.instagram.com/ricka_razel/ Avigai’s original song, a duet with Ricka Razel, "Life Is Stronger Than Everything" - החיים חזקים מהכל - in memory of David Meir HY"D, and other soldiers who fell in battle. Their widows participate in the music video, to showcase their husbands lives, showing the heros they were not only after they fell, but before that- simply living . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D51NbRNcqWc "Or Chadash" - אור חדש, an original song in memory of Yosef Malachi Guedaliah, the soldier who Avigai mentioned here is her best friend's cousin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uu-9B0iBzzc More about Orange Socks: Follow and keep up to date with the podcast in Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orangesockspodcast/ Contact us at orangesockspodcast@gmail.com Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628 On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast Connect with Yitzchok Moully https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/ https://www.moullyart.com/

    EP. 79 - Avigail Scheinfeld on Finding Her Voice After October 7
  4. Aug 30

    EP 78. - David Feld on Using the Gifts You’re Given

    David Feld is an architect and founder of Feld and Associates in Los Angeles. In this episode of Orange Socks, David shares the unlikely path that took him from yeshiva and smicha into architecture school, and the advice that stayed with him along the way: if you’ve been given a particular ability, don’t waste it. We talk about what architecture has taught him about creativity—the tension between big ideas and endless implementation, why tight constraints can actually produce better work, and what it takes to turn a drawing into a building that has to function in the real world. David also reflects on designing Jewish spaces, building a business and team, and the question of whether there is such a thing as distinctly Jewish architecture. It’s a conversation about recognizing the gifts you’ve been given, figuring out what they’re for, and having the passion to actually use them. As always, it’s about finding your orange socks by leaning into who you already are. About David:https://www.instagram.com/dovidfeld/ https://feldandassociates.com/team Creatives David thinks you should know: Luis Kahn - https://divisare.com/authors/2144727832-louis-kahn/projects/built Frank Gehry - https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/best-of-frank-gehry-slideshow Michoel Muchnik - https://michoel-muchnik.pixels.com/ Baruch Nachshon - https://www.pictorem.com/profile/Baruch.Nachshon More about Orange Socks: Follow and keep up to date with the podcast in Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orangesockspodcast/ Contact us at orangesockspodcast@gmail.com Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628 On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast Connect with Yitzchok Moully https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/ https://www.moullyart.com/

    EP 78. - David Feld on Using the Gifts You’re Given
  5. Aug 9

    EP. 77 - Nechama Hordiner on the Courage to Play

    Nechama Hordiner is an artist, educator, and the new marketing director at Tzohar Seminary for the Art and Chassidus. Tzohar makes space for creativity, self-expression, and deep personal exploration. In this episode of Orange Socks, Nechama shares her own journey from arts high school in Toronto to becoming religious, and the struggle she experienced trying to reconcile those two parts of herself. Our conversation moves from art and education into something much bigger: the importance of play. Nechama challenges our obsession with results and asks what might happen if we gave ourselves permission to create, explore, and even fail without needing to know where it will lead. We talk about individuality, raising children, finding your own way to serve Hashem, and learning to listen—to ourselves and to the people around us. It’s a wonderfully open conversation about letting go of the need to always get it right—and rediscovering the courage to play. As always, it’s about finding your orange socks by leaning into who you already are. About Nechama: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nechamahordiner More about Orange Socks: Follow and keep up to date with the podcast in Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orangesockspodcast/ Contact us at orangesockspodcast@gmail.com Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628 On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast Connect with Yitzchok Moully https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/ https://www.moullyart.com/

    EP. 77 - Nechama Hordiner on the Courage to Play
  6. Jul 12

    EP. 75 - Mendel Goldman: Finding Your Sound Starts with Finding Yourself

    Mendel Goldman is a Jewish singer-songwriter whose music blends contemporary sounds with deeply personal stories of faith, identity, and growth. In this episode of Orange Socks, Mendel shares his journey from Miami Boys Choir to finding his own musical voice, while reflecting on authenticity, creativity, and the courage to stop comparing yourself to others. We discuss Jewish music, social media, artistic purpose, and why your greatest creative strength is simply becoming more fully yourself. As always, it's about creativity, authenticity, and finding your orange socks by leaning into who you already are.  About Mendel: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1mPlE4lsxeHJ3tizExUNjJ?si=gJYi1IRvQuucj9I3pWd8MA&utm_source=copy-link https://www.instagram.com/mendel_music Creatives Mendle thinks you should know: https://www.instagram.com/art_ofthe_covenant_ https://www.instagram.com/zachleomusic https://www.instagram.com/thefunkyhassid More about Orange Socks: Follow and keep up to date with the podcast in Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orangesockspodcast/ Contact us at orangesockspodcast@gmail.com Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628 On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast Connect with Yitzchok Moully https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/ https://www.moullyart.com/

    EP. 75 - Mendel Goldman: Finding Your Sound Starts with Finding Yourself

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Exploring Jewish Art and Creativity with Yitzchok Moully. Welcome to Orange Socks, a podcast hosted by Yitzchok Moully where we celebrate Jewish art and creativity in all its vibrant forms! Each episode, we'll delve into the stories, inspirations, lives and work of fascinating creatives across the Jewish and artistic spectrum. From filmmakers to musicians, writers to artists, we explore the unique ways they express their Jewish identity and perspectives through their creative expression. What’s YOUR orange socks?