Jamie In The Rova

Aish Studios

Join Jamie Geller, Aish's Global Spokesperson, on her daily coffee runs through Jerusalem's Old City, where chance encounters become meaningful conversations. Each episode features Jamie meeting a notable public figure, sharing coffee and ideas, then bringing them to the Aish World Center for an intimate tour. These brief but profound visits capture authentic moments of connection and reflection on the iconic rooftop overlooking the Kotel—always ending with that perfect selfie. New episodes biweekly. Subscribe for more!

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    Why Activism Became Personal for Michelle Ahdoot After October 7

    In this latest episode of Jamie in the Rova, I run into Michelle Ahdoot, an Iranian-Jewish activist, mother, and one of the voices helping shape how Jews show up in the world right now. We grab a drink, walk through the Old City, talk about family, identity, and the moments in history that feel uncomfortably familiar. And, as always, we end where every Jamie in the Rova episode leads… on the rooftop of the Aish Dan Family World Center, overlooking the Western Wall. In this thoughtful and honest conversation, Michelle shares what it’s like to carry the memory of why her parents fled Iran, and how that history shaped her response to October 7. She talks about watching antisemitism surface on college campuses, why activism felt less like a choice and more like a responsibility, and how building community became a lifeline rather than a slogan. Along the way, we talk about Jewish unity, generational responsibility, and what it means to stay loud, loving, and human in a moment that demands courage. Michelle reflects on the idea that “activism is the antidote to despair,” and how action, even imperfect action, can turn grief into purpose. And when we reach the roof, looking out over the place where so many prayers have risen for thousands of years, Michelle shares a hope for unity that feels both deeply personal and urgently collective. If you’re looking for a conversation that’s real, grounding, and quietly strengthening, come take this walk with us. 00:00 A chance run-in and a coffee in the Old City 01:13 Growing up Iranian-Jewish and finding your voice 02:22 College campuses after October 7 04:25 What End Jew Hatred actually does 05:58 When the alarm bells started ringing 08:23 Why preparation before crisis matters 09:08 “We are family,” identity and unity 10:20 The center of the universe: the rooftop 12:05 Where unity has to begin Subscribe for more conversations with trailblazing leaders who are changing the world from Jerusalem and beyond. --- Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish. As a key member of Aish's senior executive team, she brings extensive experience in building a media empire that influences millions daily. An award-winning producer, eight-time bestselling author, and media and marketing executive, Jamie’s career spans renowned networks including HBO, CNN, and the Food Network, where she earned numerous awards as a producer and marketing executive. To listen to Jamie In The Rova on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/jamieintherova Follow Jamie on social media for regular new uploads and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiegeller/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiegeller.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamiegeller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-geller/ Website: https://www.jamiegeller.com/ --- Michelle Ahdoot is a leading Jewish civil rights activist and the Director of Programming and Strategy at End Jew Hatred, an international grassroots movement dedicated to systemic change. An Iranian Jewish woman whose perspective is deeply shaped by her family’s history of displacement, Michelle is a prominent voice in modern Zionism and was recently named one of Hadassah Magazine’s "18 American Zionist Women You Should Know." With a background in finance from NYU Stern and years of leadership within the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), she combines strategic expertise with frontline activism to mobilize communities and advocate for the civil rights of the Jewish people globally. Follow Michelle on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michahdoot | https://www.instagram.com/endjewhatred/ X: https://x.com/endjewhatred Website: https://www.endjewhatred.com/

    14 min

  2. FEB 2

    “My Dream Shifted” - Ariella Zeitlin on Israel, Music, and Starting Over

    In this latest episode of Jamie in the Rova, I run into the radiant Ariella Zeitlin, a virtuoso violinist, singer, and creator whose music is filled with light, depth, and healing.We grab a quick coffee, we walk through the Old City, we talk about dreams shifting, and we end where every Jamie in the Rova episode leads… on the rooftop of the Aish Dan Family World Center, overlooking the Western Wall.In this uplifting conversation, Ariella shares what it was like to make Aliyah on her own at just 18 years old, after spending her teen years practicing the violin for 6 hours a day with dreams of Juilliard. She talks about the moment Israel felt like “the click” her soul had been searching for, what she learned from her experience on The Voice (including what surprised her most), and how her journey to sobriety taught her to choose freedom again and again. Along the way, she opens up about the mindset that carried her through hard moments, and the perspective shift behind her belief that nothing external is going to save you…it has to start from within. She shares the story behind her album “Kumi Ori” (Rise Up Light), the way her music connects spirituality and manifestation, and how she’s learned to live one brave moment at a time.And of course, we end with something only Ariella could give: a beautiful blessing for anyone watching who feels held back or stuck. If you’re craving something real, uplifting, and full of heart, come take this walk with us.0:00 - Ariella Zeitlin intro: violinist, singer, and a story you don’t expect, 0:38 - Coffee and “Kumi Ori” (Rise Up Light), 2:25 - Concert launch party: February 12, 2:55 - The violin goes everywhere, 3:55 - Making Aliyah alone at 185:05 - Her famous violinist grandfather7:20 - The dream shifted: “Israel just felt right"9:30 - Ariella on The Voice11:40 - Leaving religion, drugs, and getting clean13:20 - Her show “A Thousand Faces” and the hero’s journey15:10 - Ariella’s prayer and blessing for the Jewish people and the worldSubscribe for more conversations with trailblazing leaders who are changing the world from Jerusalem and beyond.---Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish. As a key member of Aish's senior executive team, she brings extensive experience in building a media empire that influences millions daily. An award-winning producer, eight-time bestselling author, and media and marketing executive, Jamie’s career spans renowned networks including HBO, CNN, and the Food Network, where she earned numerous awards as a producer and marketing executive.To listen to Jamie In The Rova on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/jamieintherovaFollow Jamie on social media for regular new uploads and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiegeller/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiegeller.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamiegeller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-geller/Website: https://www.jamiegeller.com/---Ariella Zeitlin is a virtuoso violinist, singer, and songwriter known for her high-energy "classical crossover" style and captivating stage presence. A former child prodigy who began her training at the Peabody Institute, she later earned a Master of Music from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance and gained international recognition as a standout contestant on The Voice Israel. With a debut album, Revelation, that earned the Israel Ministry of Culture Award, Ariella has performed in over 20 countries, blending technical mastery with modern storytelling. Follow Ariella on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariellazeitlinmusicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ariellazeitlinmusicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ariellazeitlinFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ariellazeitlinmusicSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/70xtISMQtVAIgyJbJUqeay

    14 min

  3. JAN 19

    She Waited Years For This Moment At The Western Wall | NowJewishNanny

    In this deeply moving episode of Jamie in the Rova, I sit down with Adina Shoshana, famously known as the Now Jewish Nanny, who shares the deeply emotional story of her conversion to Judaism and her first visit to the Western Wall in Jerusalem.After converting in complete privacy to protect her spiritual journey, Adina finally sets foot in Israel for the first time as a Jew. Watch as she opens up about why she kept her conversion secret from her followers, her first prayers at the Kotel, what made her fall in love with Judaism through her nanny kids, and her hopes for building a Jewish family.The conversation takes us through the streets of Jerusalem's Jewish Quarter and up to the rooftop of the Aish Dan Family World Center overlooking the Western Wall, where Adina shares her blessing for the Jewish people.Whether you're observant, cultural, searching, or just Jewish-ish, this story will remind you what it means to love being Jewish.0:00 - Walking Through the Jewish Quarter 0:29 - "I Didn't Want to Come To Israel Until I Was Jewish" 3:45 - First Prayers at the Kotel: "Thank You for Making Me Jewish" 4:33 - "Are You Converting YET?" The Pain of Public Pressure 6:58 - Being Authentic vs Being Private 8:15 - Israeli Pickles & Future Dreams 11:34 - What Made Me Fall in Love With JudaismSubscribe for more conversations with trailblazing leaders who are changing the world from Jerusalem and beyond.---Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish. As a key member of Aish's senior executive team, she brings extensive experience in building a media empire that influences millions daily. An award-winning producer, eight-time bestselling author, and media and marketing executive, Jamie’s career spans renowned networks including HBO, CNN, and the Food Network, where she earned numerous awards as a producer and marketing executive.To listen to Jamie In The Rova on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/jamieintherovaFollow Jamie on social media for regular new uploads and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiegeller/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiegeller.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamiegeller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-geller/Website: https://www.jamiegeller.com/---Adina Shoshana, widely known by her digital handle NowJewishNanny, is a content creator and advocate who captivated a global audience by documenting her transformative journey from a non-Jewish nanny to an Orthodox Jew. After years of working within the community and sharing her educational "outsider-in" perspective, she officially completed her Orthodox conversion in 2025. Today, she uses her platform and her podcast, Notes from a Jewish Newbie, to explore the nuances of Jewish identity, ritual, and modern life. Adina continues to inspire her followers with her authentic approach to faith, community advocacy, and the joy of embracing a Jewish soul.Follow Adina Shoshana on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowjewishnanny/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nowjewishnanny

    13 min

  4. JAN 15

    From Homeless to Hopeful | Matty Stein

    In this deeply moving episode of Jamie in the Rova, I meet up with Matty Stein—women’s fitness trainer, speaker, and influencer. Matty opens up about growing up homeless and why she chose to share her story publicly. Why marriage should be "forever" and how to commit to it daily. The real reason she changed her focus from "Maddie Stein Fitness" to "Maddie Stein Speaks". She speaks passionately about how social media professionals must manage their own screen time. She also shares her daily prayer practice, her connection to Jerusalem, and what self-care really means (hint: it's not just vegging on the couch). This is a story of survival, faith, dedication, and how we can overcome anything in our path with focus and connection. Subscribe for more conversations with trailblazing leaders who are changing the world from Jerusalem and beyond.---Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish. As a key member of Aish's senior executive team, she brings extensive experience in building a media empire that influences millions daily. An award-winning producer, eight-time bestselling author, and media and marketing executive, Jamie’s career spans renowned networks including HBO, CNN, and the Food Network, where she earned numerous awards as a producer and marketing executive.To listen to Jamie In The Rova on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/jamieintherovaFollow Jamie on social media for regular new uploads and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiegeller/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiegeller.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamiegeller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-geller/Website: https://www.jamiegeller.com/---Matty Stein is an ACE Certified Women’s Fitness Trainer, speaker, and influencer based in Israel, specializing in holistic wellness and "modest fitspo." Having overcome a difficult childhood marked by financial collapse and periodic homelessness, she eventually found spiritual grounding in Judaism and relocated to the "Holy Land" to build a life centered on faith and health. Stein is widely recognized for her "real talk" regarding body image; she often shares her personal journey of gaining 32 pounds and shifting her focus from obsessive weight tracking to building inner strength and confidence. Follow Matty on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattysteinspeaks/

    11 min

  5. JAN 12

    "I Heard the Missile Whoosh Past My Window" | Shanna Fuld

    In this deeply moving episode of Jamie in the Rova, I sit down with Shanna Fuld—journalist, podcast host of The Israel Daily, and survivor of an Iranian missile attack that destroyed her Tel Aviv home on June 16th during the recent war. Shanna shares the harrowing moment she heard the missile "whoosh past the window," felt her building sway, and wondered if she would survive. But this conversation goes far beyond that single terrifying night. We explore her journey to becoming an observant Jew who refused to compromise on Shabbat, her move to Israel, and how faith sustained her through impossible moments. From Jerusalem's cafes to the Western Wall, Shanna opens up about the exact moment the Iranian missile struck her building, how keeping Shabbat saved her sanity in a 24/7 news cycle, standing up to bosses about religious observance, the unity and division within Israeli society post-October 7th, and why "if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere" really applies to Israel. This is a story of survival, faith, creativity, and the unbreakable spirit of someone who chose to build her life in Israel—even when that life was literally destroyed and had to be rebuilt. 0:00 Meeting Shanna in Jerusalem 2:43 "I Heard the Missile Whoosh Past My Window" 6:01 Why Shabbat Saved Her from Burnout 7:14 Standing Up to the Bosses: "I Keep Shabbat" 9:22 The Spiritual Journey That Led to Observance 12:36 Prayer for Jewish Unity overlooking the Western Wall 14:19 Why Israel Is Where You Can Make Anything Happen Subscribe for more conversations with trailblazing leaders who are changing the world from Jerusalem and beyond. --- Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish. As a key member of Aish's senior executive team, she brings extensive experience in building a media empire that influences millions daily. An award-winning producer, eight-time bestselling author, and media and marketing executive, Jamie’s career spans renowned networks including HBO, CNN, and the Food Network, where she earned numerous awards as a producer and marketing executive. To listen to Jamie In The Rova on your favorite podcast platform: https://pods.link/jamieintherova Follow Jamie on social media for regular new uploads and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiegeller/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiegeller.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamiegeller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-geller/ Website: https://www.jamiegeller.com/ --- Shanna Fuld is a writer/reporter/TV news producer, and community organizer for newcomers to Israel. She worked at NY1 News in Manhattan until she moved to the Middle East in September of 2018. Shanna serves as the CEO of Israel Daily News, where she hosts the popular Israel Daily News Podcast. She also produces the Sunset Series, a Tribe Tel Aviv program that features high-profile speakers addressing immigrants in their 20s and 30s. Follow Shanna on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannafuld/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShannaFuld YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannafuld7017/ Website: https://www.shannafuld.com/ #ShannaFuld #JamieInTheRova #Aish #JamieGeller #Israel #October7th #JewishUnity #Journalism #Aliyah #TelAviv #Jerusalem #IranianMissile #Survival #Faith #Shabbat #IsraelNews #Jewish #JewishWisdom #JewishLearning #Wisdom #Love #Responsibility

    13 min

  6. JAN 8

    The REAL Secret Behind Israeli Resilience | Michael Dickson

    What makes Israelis so uniquely resilient, especially in the face of unimaginable trauma? In this episode of Jamie In The Rova, Michael Dickson, Executive Director of StandWithUs, reveals the hidden psychological keys that have enabled the Jewish people to thrive through millennia of adversity. From his ancestors who fled persecution in Europe and rebuilt vibrant lives to modern Israelis navigating constant challenges, Michael shares insights from his groundbreaking book on Israeli resilience and explains why October 7th marked a turning point in how we understand Jewish strength and community. Michael unpacks three transformative principles that anyone can apply to their own life: radical empathy in moments of crisis, flexibility in problem-solving, and meaning-making from hardship. This isn't just about Israel—it's about how a people who've faced exile, persecution, and existential threats have not only survived but flourished. Subscribe for more conversations with trailblazing leaders who are changing the world from Jerusalem and beyond. --- Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish. As a key member of Aish's senior executive team, she brings extensive experience in building a media empire that influences millions daily. An award-winning producer, eight-time bestselling author, and media and marketing executive, Jamie’s career spans renowned networks including HBO, CNN, and the Food Network, where she earned numerous awards as a producer and marketing executive. Follow Jamie on social media for regular new uploads and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiegeller/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiegeller.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEqXDTGE3KwO1688yM9s67w LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-geller/Website: https://www.jamiegeller.com/

    11 min

  7. JAN 5

    The Marriage Proposal Syndrome HOLDING Women Back | Fleur Hassan Nahoum

    Women suffer from what Fleur Hassan Nahoum calls "the marriage proposal syndrome"—we work harder than everyone else and expect opportunities to come to us, but that's not how power works. Welcome to Jamie in the Rova, a brand new series featuring Aish Global Spokesperson Jamie Geller as she navigates the ancient streets of the Old City of Jerusalem for her coffee break, meeting amazing guests and sparking meaningful conversations. This premier episode features a raw and powerful conversation with Fleur Hassan Nahoum, former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, where she reveals the mindset shifts that transformed her from someone who lost a public election into a trailblazing leader serving one of the world's most historic cities. Jamie and Fleur discuss why women often see less than they are when they look in the mirror, while men tend to see more. They also explore how emotional intelligence is actually our greatest leadership advantage and why the combination of masculine and feminine energy in decision-making positions is what the world desperately needs. Fleur shares her family's 350-year history in Gibraltar, her father's unprecedented success as a Jewish leader in a Catholic country, and the moment she couldn't say no to serving Jerusalem—the place where Jewish unity began 3,000 years ago. This conversation will change how you think about ambition, failure, female empowerment, and what it means to stop waiting for permission and start taking what's yours. If you've ever held back, played small, or waited to be chosen, this is your wake-up call to go out there and grab it. Subscribe for more conversations with trailblazing leaders who are changing the world from Jerusalem and beyond. --- Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish. As a key member of Aish's senior executive team, she brings extensive experience in building a media empire that influences millions daily. An award-winning producer, eight-time bestselling author, and media and marketing executive, Jamie’s career spans renowned networks including HBO, CNN, and the Food Network, where she earned numerous awards as a producer and marketing executive. Follow Jamie on social media for regular new uploads and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiegeller/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiegeller.com YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEqXDTGE3KwO1688yM9s67w LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-geller/ Website: https://www.jamiegeller.com/

    12 min
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Join Jamie Geller, Aish's Global Spokesperson, on her daily coffee runs through Jerusalem's Old City, where chance encounters become meaningful conversations. Each episode features Jamie meeting a notable public figure, sharing coffee and ideas, then bringing them to the Aish World Center for an intimate tour. These brief but profound visits capture authentic moments of connection and reflection on the iconic rooftop overlooking the Kotel—always ending with that perfect selfie. New episodes biweekly. Subscribe for more!

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