In this episode we enter the world of Jewish spoken--word poet, hip-hop/reggae artist and storyteller Ari B Lesser.  Ari has the G-d-given ability to express Torah verses and lessons in rhyme and rhythm without sacrificing accuracy.  Ari tells an amazing story of how he connected to Torah first through putting Sefer Tehilim (Psalms) to rhyme and then progressing from there. The Jewish Music Platform is a project of Rav Tuv, a 501(c)3, EIN 88-223-2822  Donations may be made via Zelle or PayPal to [email protected] Contact us at [email protected] with comments, suggestions, or to make alternative donation arrangements  Like, share and subscribe!

This episode is generously sponsored by Rabbi E.B. "Bunny" and Shaindy FreedmanWelcome back to all those who seek depth in Jewish music!  For this episode we were blessed with an in-person interview with virtuoso Jewish violinist Daniel Ahaviel.  He has a tremendous story of teshuva and music all bound into his unique soul and show-stopping, jaw-dropping performances. Daniel Ahaviel was born in London, UK in 1963. Already as a child he discovered his love for the emotional sounds of the violin. Over the years, Daniel has performed at concerts and music festivals around the world, releasing the albums “VeAhavta”, “King’s Clothes”, an album recorded at the London Klezmer Festival “Live In London”, “You are the Heart of the World” and his new album “Alive  and kicking”. His unique playing and undeniable control of every aspect of his instrument brought him to the forefront of the stage at the best shows in the Jewish world and to collaborations with the greatest Jewish singers. You can learn more about Daniel at his website https://danielahavielmusic.com/en/home/Please consider sponsoring an episode of JMP so we can keep this awesome and unique project going.  Contact Tuvia at [email protected] for sponsorship information.

How did you survive 9/11 on the site of the attack? Who was your beacon of light to nurture your wide-ranging interests as a Hasidic elementary school student? What's the secret to exposing charlatans who espouse miraculous therapy treatments? Join us as we sit down with Amy (Freidy) Guttman, Director of Hands On Approaches continuing education for therapists and physicians, Occupational Therapist at Hands On OT Rehab Services, Director of the Nonprofit HOPE (Hands on Parent Empowerment) Foundation, and seasons commodities trader and hedge-fund advisor on the side. You can learn about Hands On Approaches at https://handsonapproaches.com/ And the HOPE Foundation at https://handsonotrehab.com/h-o-p-e-foundation/#:~:text=(Hands%20On%20Parent%20Empowerment)%20Foundation,children%20reach%20their%20fullest%20potential.  3 Day Summit this November 8-10th.  Free Aceess https://handsonapproaches.com/gettotheroot-livesummit/ Podcast: 'Quiet the Noise' https://open.spotify.com/show/4718nKNVWn2Hr2DwVcmDEI?si=55ef3d3e76454ffe Live community talks that can be listened to on zoom, by phone or on social media:  https://handsonapproaches.com/join-us-live/ HOPE Foundation: www.handsonaparents.org  For questions, comments and criticisms, or for info about The Podcast Fellowship, please email [email protected] Help over 50 different Jewish charities at $1/day by signing up for Daily Giving, while helping OurTribe thrive!  Here's how: use this link and OurTribe gets a referral bonus:https://dailygiving.org/?ref=ourtribe 

How did you avoid becoming 'that guy'--the life insurance agent that everyone wants to avoid...and become instead the guy people WANT to reach out to? How many times can you say 'G-d forbid' in one conversation? What are you eating for breakfast that gives you ever-replenishable humor and relatable creative energy? In this episode we get real with Moshe Grunhut, Life Insurance Agent at New York Life and an original, creative, contributor to the LinkedIn social cholent. Hear the unorthodox way an orthodox, observant Jew used his power of observation to build a thriving livelihood. (do you like that double pun?) Reach out to Moshe via his LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moshegrunhut/ For questions, comments, and criticisms, or for info about The Podcast Fellowship, please email [email protected] Help over 50 different Jewish charities at $1/day by signing up for Daily Giving, while helping OurTribe thrive! Here's how: use this link and OurTribe gets a referral bonus: https://dailygiving.org/?ref=ourtribe Until next time, Rabbi Tuvia Kopstein

Who put the 'copy' in copywriting? How did you build a rapidly-growing freelance writing firm, and launch the writing careers of hundreds of others? How do you leave the career in which you invested tens of thousands of dollars of education, to follow your true passion? Join us as we sit down with Michal Eisikowitz, founder of CopyTribe--(the foundational copywriting course with a 96% completion rate), CEO of Michal Eisikowitz Copywriting, former speech language pathologist, leader, creator and innovator. You can find out more about CopyTribe at copytribe.co Visit Michal's website: michaleisikowitz.com Check out Michal's LinkedIn profile: LinkedIn profile   For questions, comments and criticisms, or for info about The Podcast Fellowship, please email [email protected] Help over 50 different Jewish charities at $1/day by signing up for Daily Giving, while helping OurTribe thrive!  Here's how: use this link and OurTribe gets a referral bonus:https://dailygiving.org/?ref=ourtribe 

What's a family dinner table like in a house full of lawyers? Why should I let my Judaism show if it means getting canceled? How do you stand up to lies about Jews and about Israel? What meaning can be found in Jewish history? Join us as we sit down with personal injury attorney Melissa Rothenberg-Kapustin, Partner at The Rothenberg Law Firm, LLP, lecturer and expert in Jewish History, to discover the unique story and insights of a leading female observant Jewish attorney and teacher. You can hear Melissa's recorded insights into Jewish History here:  https://www.yutorah.org/lectures/lecture.cfm/896168/mrs-melissa-kapustin/from-haman-to-hitler-purim-through-the-ages/ https://www.yutorah.org/lectures/lecture.cfm/855011/mrs-melissa-kapustin/from-rabbi-akiva-s-house-to-maxwell-house-haggadot-throughout-the-ages/ https://www.yutorah.org/lectures/lecture.cfm/921838/mrs-melissa-kapustin/%E2%80%9Call-things-are-mortal-but-the-jews%E2%80%9D-antisemitism-throughout-the-ages/ https://www.yutorah.org/lectures/lecture.cfm/798761/mrs-melissa-kapustin/of-queen-and-quarrel-queen-shlomtzion-and-sectarian-disputes-of-the-hasmonean-era/ And her CLE (Continuing Legal Education) Lectures are accessible here: https://ijeseminars.com/search?q=melissa+rothenberg+kapustin (These require a fee as they come with education credits for lawyers, but one can contact Melissa if interested) For questions, comments and criticisms, or for info about The Podcast Fellowship, please email [email protected] Help over 50 different Jewish charities at $1/day by signing up for Daily Giving, while helping OurTribe thrive!  Here's how: use this link and OurTribe gets a referral bonus:https://dailygiving.org/?ref=ourtribe 

What happens when your boss schedules an essential company conference on a day you're not allowed to work? When your company is meeting in a non-kosher restaurant, is it better to leave your kippah on, or to take it off? What's it like working in the upper levels of Amazon? Join us as we sit down with Jason Bass, Group Vice President of Innovation and User Experience at Wiley (John Wiley & Sons). Jason is a 10-year veteran of Amazon who helped launch the Kindle Fire Tablet in the Public Sector and develop ,a product feature set on the Amazon Business Retail platform. Jason has run the AWS Cloud Innovation Center program for the Americas which focused on teaching Amazon employees and customers Amazon’s product development and innovation processes.  As a side passion, Jason coaches yeshiva graduates to navigate the particular challenges the corporate world poses to an uninitiated observant Jew. You can connect to Jason at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrbass/ For questions, comments and criticisms, or for info about The Podcast Fellowship, please email [email protected] Help over 50 different Jewish charities at $1/day by signing up for Daily Giving, while helping OurTribe thrive!  Here's how: use this link and OurTribe gets a referral bonus:https://dailygiving.org/?ref=ourtribe 

How much compassion do you show to the criminals who put their lives in your hands? Where did you take your boys to observe orthodox Jews in their natural habitat, and how did you eventually join that habitat?What is the Torah of jazz improvisation? In this episode, we swing with Attorney Jack Jaffe of The Jaffe Defense Team, an accomplished trial lawyer, a passionate jazz hipster and a Jew who searches and climbs for Godliness. You can reach out to Jack at jackjaffelaw.com And listen to John Coltrane's 'A Love Supreme' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ll3CMgiUPuU For questions, comments and criticisms, or for info about The Podcast Fellowship, please email [email protected] Help over 50 different Jewish charities at $1/day by signing up for Daily Giving, while helping OurTribe thrive!  Here's how: use this link and OurTribe gets a referral bonus:https://dailygiving.org/?ref=ourtribeUntil next time, Rabbi Tuvia Kopstein 

Is a steady salary necessary for peace of mind, or can you achieve balance in the unpredictable career of sales? What did you discover in a small room under the Tel Aviv train station? Where can I get G-d's cell phone number? In this episode, we sit down with nonprofit marketing guru Zeesha (Sean) Littman and discover an unlikely story of post-rejection perseverance and holy chutzpah, innovation in technology and podcasting, and the unexpected benefits of a career in sales.  To get in touch with Zeesha, follow the links below!  https://catch22nonprofit.com/  https://services.catch22nonprofit.com/book-with-me-page  https://www.facebook.com/groups/nonprofitmarketinggroup/  For questions, comments, and criticisms, or for info about The Podcast Fellowship, please email [email protected] Help over 30 different Jewish charities at $1/day by signing up for Daily Giving, while helping OurTribe thrive!  Here's how: use this link and OurTribe gets a referral bonus:https://dailygiving.org/?ref=ourtribe Until next time, Rabbi Tuvia Kopstein