Naftali Kempeh is one of Jewish music’s most sought-after voices, with eight albums, more than 25 singles, and a presence that electrifies kumzitsen, weddings, and concert stages around the world. From his upbringing in Tifrach and early Carlebach influences to carving out a unique sound embraced across diverse communities, Naftali shares the journey behind the music. He opens up about his first paid gig, his parents’ reaction to his unconventional path, performing in Israel versus the U.S., navigating requests for free shows, and the personal impact of losing his mother. Hear the stories, struggles, and heart behind the voice everyone hopes is holding the mic. ----- To sponsor an episode: [email protected] Listen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903 Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543

Thanks for checking out episode 10 with Zusha! Zusha is the first podcast guest(s) that is more than one person. Their unique music is extremely popular, inspiring and trendy all around the world. In this episode they discuss everything about their identity, how their music comes into being, meaningful experiences, and so much more!!  The following is part of the description of their music on their website: Creatively weaving the lyrical light of ancient Jewish wisdom and poetry together with 21st century vessels of expression and artistry —  each song and performanceis an offering, an opening, an opportunity to connect and commit to that deepest point of authenticity within. For those who truly believe that music is medicine,  Zusha is a veritable dispensary. Make sure to check out Zusha on all platforms. Keep up with the podcast on Twitter @Jews Shmooze and to sponsor an episode, reach out at [email protected]

Hear about why someone chose to become a psychiatrist, how the field of mental health evolved over the years, the recent history of psychology and Rabbanim, how to mentally approach the ongoing situation in Israel, and so much more. --- Jacob L. Freedman, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and a business consultant based in Israel. After completing his training as an award-winning chief resident at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Dr. Freedman and his wife followed their lifelong dream and made aliyah to Israel with their family. When he's not with his patients, Dr. Freedman can be found learning Torah in the Old City or hiking in the hills outside of Jerusalem. He can be reached via his website, drjacoblfreedman.com. --- Book links: - https://www.amazon.com/Things-Told-My-Patients/dp/B0CT61H731 - https://www.amazon.com/Off-Couch-Dr-Jacob-Freedman/dp/1614654441 https://www.amazon.com/Me-Uncle-Baruch-Families-Coping/dp/1614655901 Dr. Yaakov Freedman Consulting: http://drjacoblfreedman.com/ --- To sponsor an episode: [email protected] Listen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903 Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543

Rabbi Dovid Asher is the Rabbi of KBI, Kenesseth Beth Israel, in Richmond Virginia and is the author of Outreach in the Torah, a guidebook for reaching out to others arranged by the weekly Torh portion. Hear how he became a shul Rabbi, life as a Rav, the development of his outreach approach, and so much more. Buy Outreach in the Torah: https://mosaicapress.com/product/outreach-in-the-torah/ To learn about KBI and contact Rabbi Asher: https://www.kbirva.com/ ----- To sponsor an episode: [email protected] Listen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903 Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543