Meaningful People Podcast

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Reb Moshe Feinstein

Nov 8, 2020

1:16:49

Rabbi Moshe Feinstein was born in the year 1895 in Uzda, near Minsk. In 1921 he became rabbi of Luban, near Minsk, where he remained until he came to the United States in 1937. In America he became the Rosh Yeshiva of Mesivta Tiferes Yerushalayim, a yeshiva in NY. Rabbi Feinstein was a dedicated and selfless leader for the Jewish people to whom anyone could approach at any time with any problem. Rabbi Moshe Feinstein was one of the last of the great leaders and sages from Europe and was a representative of the greatness the Jewish people had before the destruction of the Jewish communities during World War II. We were greatly privileged to have such a giant here in America. When he passed away in 1986 the Jewish people lost a great and caring leader and one of our last connections to the greatness of European Jewry. Thank you to R' Ali Stern for making this episode possible! Please buy a ticket to win an apartment in Eretz Yisroel here, Use Coupon code MPP to get $10 OFF Episode powered by: AMR Pharmacy & TheDreamRaffle

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Rabbi Dovid M. Cohen

Nov 2, 2020

1:15:53

R' Cohen is an inspirational spiritual leader with a sensitive and pragmatic approach to help people find their way through the trials and joys of everyday life. Getting married at a late age, having a special needs child and being a Rav in various places including Manhattan, has given R' Cohen a really unique perspective on life. His transformational book “We’re Almost There” has received rave reviews from religious and secular critics alike. He is a masterful advisor to individuals and couples who tap into his wisdom, insight and vast experience. Episode Powered by: AMR Pharmacy

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Zusha

Oct 24, 2020

1:25:17

Throughout the years, Zusha has gone through numerous phases of self-discovery and creative experimentation. The band itself, led by singer Shlomo Gaisin and guitarist Zacharia Goldschmiedt, is appropriately named after an iconoclastic 18th-century Hasidic master, whose teachings of radical humility and irrepressible positivity resonate deeply with the duo. With their lamplighting message of personal honesty and spiritual authenticity, Zusha seeks to sing the world awake. In their own words, their music is meant to inspire each and every person to: Be yourself, no one else can. Powered by: AMR Pharmacy

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Rabbi Chaim Aryeh Zev Ginzberg

Oct 17, 2020

1:34:48

Perhaps our most tear-jerking episode yet. R' Ginzberg is the Rav of the Chofetz Chaim Torah Center of Cedarhurst and the founding rabbi of Ohr Moshe Torah Institute in Hillcrest, Queens. He is also the founder of Ohel Sarala, a brilliant organization. In this episode he talks about what it feels like to almost lose his life COVID-19, the pain of losing a child and the experiences he has from being a Rav. Powered by: AMR Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/AMRpha

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Rabbi Nosson Scherman

Sep 28, 2020

1:08:27

Have you ever pick up an Artscroll siddur or chumash or talmud etc? Ever wonder how it all began? Artscroll's origin is a wild story. Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, where his parents ran a small grocery store. Nosson Scherman attended public school, but in the afternoons joined a Talmud Torah started in 1942 by Rabbi Shalom Ber Gordon. R' Scherman worked as a rabbi (teacher) for about eight years at Torah VoDaas of Flatbush, later known as Yeshiva Torah Temimah. Afterward, he was a principal at Yeshiva Karlin Stolin of Boro Park for six years. Then his life took a drastic shift, while he was focused on chinuch, an opportunity arose to build with Rabbi Meir Zlotowitz, zt"l, what's today the world's largest Jewish publication company...Artscroll and Mesorah Publications. Powered by: AMR Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/AMRpha DailyGiving.org - https://bit.ly/DailyGi

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Rabbi Efrem Goldberg

Sep 5, 2020

1:20:28

Rabbi Efrem Goldberg is the Senior Rabbi of Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS), the largest Orthodox Synagogue in the Southeast United States, serving over 850 families and over 1,000 children in Boca Raton, Florida. Rabbi Goldberg’s warm and welcoming personality has helped attract people of diverse backgrounds and ages to the BRS community, reinforcing the BRS credo of “Valuing Diversity and Celebrating Unity.” Rabbi Goldberg’s dynamic charisma, breadth of Torah knowledge, and personal warmth attract hundreds to the shul and his weekly lectures and classes. In addition to his position at BRS, Rabbi Goldberg plays a leadership role in many vital components of the greater South Florida community, and in 2010 he was recognized as one of South Florida’s Most Influential Jewish Leaders. He serves as Co-Chair of the Orthodox Rabbinical Board’s Va’ad Ha’Kashrus, as Director of Conversions for the Beth Din of Florida, and as Posek of the Boca Raton Mikvah. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Katz Hillel Day School, Hadar High School for Girls, and Friends of the Israel Defense Forces. Powered by: AMR Pharmacy and DailyGiving.org

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Rabbi Dr. Benjy Epstein

Aug 29, 2020

1:35:04

Rabbi Dr. Ben Epstein wrote an incredible book, is the psychologist in Camp HASC and really so much more. Have you ever questioned the purpose of our earthly existence? Why am I here? What is my role in the overall scheme? And what should I do to make that purpose meaningful and fulfilling? The answer, explains Psychologist and Mindfulness Meditation teacher and consultant Benjamin Epstein, is by ''Living in the Presence.'' Powered by: AMR Pharmacy and DailyGiving.org Buy Rabbi Dr. Beny's book HERE. It's awesome. See more at MeaningfulPeoplePodcast.com

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Sol Werdiger

Aug 22, 2020

1:24:58

Mr. Werdiger is the CEO of the wildly popular sportswear line, OuterStuff, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. Born to Holocaust survivors, Sol was raised to always push himself to grow closer to Hashem. He has formed life-long relationships with some of the world's biggest Rebbas and Gidolim. He embodies what it means to be a true askin and is helping shape our world as one of the leading forces behind Agudath Israel of America. Whether he's attending the latest super bowl, facilitating the siyum hashas in MetLife stadium, or dealing with his staff - he is always focused on making a kiddush Hashem. Powered by: AMR Pharmacy and DailyGiving.org

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Rabbi Shloime and Chanie Bochner

Aug 15, 2020

1:24:45

Bonei Olam was founded by and is currently led by Rabbi Shloime Bochner and Chanie Bochner with a mission to provide funding for fertility treatments and relieve couples of emotional and physical stress resulting from infertility. Bonei Olam started in Brooklyn and has grown to have branches across the United States as well as in Israel, Canada, Belgium and the UK. In 1999, the first baby funded by Bonei Olam was born. To date, Bonei Olam has been involved in the birth of over 8,000 children. Their journey is really wild and inspiring. More info here - BoneiOlam.org Powered by: AMR Pharmacy - bit.ly/AMRpha DailyGiving.org - bit.ly/DailyGi

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Rabbi YY Rubenstein

Aug 8, 2020

1:12:45

Rabbi YY is one of the most sought after speakers in the Jewish world. He is a regular Broadcaster on National TV and Radio in the UK and has written and presented shows for the BBC. The “Independent” Newspaper cited him along with Tony Blair’s Mentor, as among five people in the UK to turn to for advice. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth has declared herself a fan of Rabbi YY’s Broadcasts saying, “He’s awfully good!” Rabbi YY has written many books including, “On The Derech,” “The Little Book For Big Worries.” “Jewish Life and Jewish Laughter” and “Refuas HaLev”. He is a senior lecturer for the Gateways Organization in New York and teaches at various schools including Yeshivas Sh’or Yoshuv in N.Y. and is a regular contributor to several Jewish publications including Hamodia and the Jewish Press. He shares with us, his wild adventures, why humor is so important to him and how to cope with loss. You can find out more about Rabbi YY here - https://www.rabbiyy.com/ Powered by AMR Pharmacy - https://www.amrpharmrx.com/

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Shimi Adar

Aug 1, 2020

1:12:02

Shimrit Adar was born in Israel and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Though she currently resides there with her husband and four children, she thoroughly enjoys spreading her joy all over the world. Shimi is a motivational speaker, an MC, and an entertainer. Shimi taught Zumba classes for a decade, even spearheading several Zumbathons for charity, with a cover story in the Wall Street Journal. She was (and continues to be!) the MC at numerous Challah Bakes, including one down in Panama! Shimi’s spirit and her passion for making a positive impact on people have taken her to cities far and wide. Atlanta. Toronto. Miami. Lakewood. Dallas. Jerusalem. Panama City. Johannesburg. Rio Grande. Punta Cana. Shimi loves sharing meaningful slogans and quotes. One of her favorite mottos that she lives by is, “Be the reason someone smiles.” Powered by AMR Pharmacy - https://www.amrpharmrx.com/

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Rav Judah Mischel

Jul 25, 2020

1:07:09

A widely admired inspirational teacher and guide, Rabbi Judah Mischel is Executive Director of Camp HASC, the Hebrew Academy for Special Children – the Jewish community’s premier Summer program for individuals with special needs. He also founded Tzama Nafshi, an organization dedicated to fostering Jewish education and inspiration, committed to working to connect Jews with their heritage, and each other. He is also the mashpia for OU-NCSY. Rabbi Mischel studied at Yeshivat Shaalavim and Yeshiva University and earned a BA in History from Yeshiva University, a Master’s in Education from Azrieli Graduate School, and was a Graduate Fellow at the CUNY Center for Coexistence at the School for Public Affairs. Rav Judah & his wife, Ora, live in Ramat Beit Shemesh with their eight children. Episode powered by AMR Pharmacy -https://www.amrpharmrx.com/

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Rabbi Yom Tov Glaser

Jul 19, 2020

1:34:42

Also known as the Surfing Rabbi, Rabbi Yom Tov Glaser is not your typical rabbi! The son of a successful sportswear manufacturer, Rabbi Yom Tov was raised in the foothills of Hollywood, California. A Bal Teshuva and now Chasidish, but you can still see him mountain biking, playing guitar and surfing. Since 2000, Rabbi Glaser has been a senior Rabbi at Aish HaTorah’s World Center in the Old City of Jerusalem. In 2002, Rabbi Glaser founded the internationally acclaimed Possible You Seminar, a week-long self-transformation experience, which he offers both in Jerusalem and abroad. Today, the Possible You is Rabbi Yom Tov’s most significant project. Rabbi Yom Tov is part of the Pinsk Karlin Chassidic Shul in Meah Shearim, where the congregation is known for screaming every word of their prayer service at the top of their lungs. He is also a student of a Chasidic Rebbe whose life’s work is the research and practice of Kabbalistic reality. Learning with this Rebbe takes place around his long wood table, and extends into the wee hours of the night. This episode is powered by AMR Pharmacy - amrpharmrx.com

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Rabbi Moshe Don Kestenbaum

Jul 12, 2020

1:05:16

How do we work on our middos? What does it take to be a good parent? What do us as human beings crave most? This week we got to sit down with world-renowned mechanech, author, and speaker, who counsels both parents and teens in NY and NJ. He is the author of Olam Hamiddos, Olam Ha'avodah, Run After the Right Kavod and The Heart of Parenting. Rabbi Moshe Don Kestenbaum, was a rebbi in the Mesivta of Waterbury for over 10 years and at such a young age has been helping the teens of Klal Yisroel with heart, soul and conviction. This episode is powered by: AMR Pharmacy - amrpharmrx.com You can buy Rabbi MDK's book and get 25% OFF now with the promo code OLAM www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422623718.html or you can order it on here http://amazon.com/Olam-HaMiddos-Rabbi-Moshe-Kestenbaum/dp/1422623718

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Rabbi Paysach Krohn

Jul 5, 2020

1:11:07

R' Paysach J. Krohn is known as one of the best story tellers in the world. He is also known as a very popular mohel, author, rabbi, and lecturer on topics related to ethics and spiritual growth. He is the author of the bestselling "Maggid" series of books for ArtScroll, inspired by the stories of Rabbi Sholom Schwadron, who was known as the "Maggid of Jerusalem". We got to ask him about his life, favorite stories & so much more. This episode is powered by: AMR Pharmacy - amrpharmacyrx.com

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Dovid Bashevkin

Jun 28, 2020

1:11:34

David Bashevkin, also known as @DBashIdeas on Twitter, is known as a deep thinker and for his comedic genius. He is a writer and professor based in New Jersey. He is currently Director of Education of NCSY, an Orthodox Union youth group. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in Public Policy and Management at The New School’s Milano School of International Affairs, focusing on crisis management. In 2014, Dovid published a sefer on sin in Jewish thought entitled B’Rogez Rachem Tizkor and recently published an English work entitled Sinˑaˑgogue: Sin and Failure in Jewish Thought). Dovid has been rejected from several prestigious fellowships and awards.

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Rabbi Moshe Weinberger

Jun 21, 2020

1:03:59

As the morah d’asrah of Congregation Aish Koshesh in Woodmere, NY, Rabbi Weinberger has become a pillar in the community and beyond. He has been involved in Jewish outreach for over 30 years having inspired countless Jews. A noted speaker, Rabbi Weinberger’s vast Torah knowledge and passion for yiddishkeit are imparted in all his Shiurim. With a genuine soul, it is clear why so many connect with him.

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Zahava Farbman - Trauma Expert

Jun 14, 2020

53:36

Traumatic experiences are difficult to get through. In walks, the "traumatologist", Zahava Farbman also known as the associate director of crisis intervention, trauma and bereavement services of Chai Lifeline’s Project Chai. Zahava helps the families of loved ones who suddenly passed away, got kidnapped, got hurt, got sick etc. cope with their situation and crisis they are going through. Originally from Pitsburg and currently living in Woodmere, L.I. , Mrs. Farbman is a mother, a volunteer to Hatzolah and a team leader helping wipe away the tears of Klal Yisroel. In this episode, we got to hear what it's like to have one of the hardest jobs in the world, being there with people who are heartbroken.

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Benny Friedman

Jun 7, 2020

1:07:03

Born in Minneapolis, MN to a family of Chabad Shluchim, Benny Friedman began his musical career at the age of 13 singing for locals around the neighborhood. Recognizing the power of music and it’s ability to inspire, he dedicated many hours to vocal training and perfecting his art. Benny Friedman’s talent was quickly recognized throughout the Jewish world and his music career took off with his first album release in 2009. His popularity rose and soon the demand for his presence at events, weddings, concerts skyrocketed. Since then, he has released many more albums and some of the Jewish music scene’s most popular songs including ‘Ivri Anochi’, ‘Yesh Tikvah’, and ‘Charasho’.

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Rabbi Chaim Zvi Senter

May 24, 2020

1:02:19

Growing up in Teaneck, NJ, Rabbi Senter's parents raised him to develop a deep love and yearning for knowledge and Torah. He moved to Israel with his rebbitzen and learned in the Mir yeshiva for 5 years before starting to give shiur to a group of talmidim. In 2006, Rabbi Chaim Zvi Senter founded Yeshivas Aderes Hatorah on the philosophy that "every talmid with a desire to excel in his learning deserves the attention and support needed to truly do so". Rabbi Senter is known for his groundbreaking ideas and approach towards everything he does. In this episode, the Rosh Hayeshiva talks about the importance of pushing through the failures and celebrating one's successes.

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Zvi Gluck

May 17, 2020

1:14:44

Zvi Gluck has immersed himself in community activism from a young age. Passionate about crisis intervention, Zvi has founded Amudim in 2014, an organization dedicated to helping victims of addiction, sexual abuse, and trauma. He continues to spread his message around the world and in 2017, Amudim Israel was founded to assist those oversees. Nachi Gordon and Yaakov Langer were fortunate to sit down and delve into the backstory of such an incredible community figure. Please keep in mind that this episode deals with sensitive topics and can trigger some people. If you are a young listener, please ask your guardian if this episode is appropriate for you.

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Rabbi Ari Dembi

May 10, 2020

54:43

Since 1997, R' Ari Dembitzer has spent his Summers as head counselor for Chai Lifeline’s Camp Simcha where his energetic positivity lifts the spirits of sick children. Having grown up in Brooklyn, he has since lived in Israel and now resides in Omaha, Nebraska where he is the current senior Rabbi for Beth Israel Synagogue. Nachi Gordon and Yaakov Langer sit down with Rabbi Ari to discuss community leadership, positivity, and the importance of growing no matter what life throws your way.

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Rabbi Yaakov Bender

Apr 26, 2020

43:43

Rabbi Yaakov Bender, the Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Darchei Torah, has become one of the world’s greatest leaders of Torah education today. A pioneer of ideas in chinuch and parenting, he has helped turn Yeshiva Darchei Torah into the internationally recognized institution that it is. Rabbi Bender also helped start the Flatbush Hatzolah, founded a branch of Hatzolah in Far Rockaway and is undoubtedly responsible for much of the community’s success and growth over the years.

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Charlene Aminoff

Apr 19, 2020

1:04:54

Charlene Aminoff is the founder & CEO at Gali’s Couture Wigs, public speaker, life-style/emunah influencer, wife and mother of five. Her life took a very drastic turn one day and she has been using her experience to bring others closer to Hashem ever since. For the past few years, she has been the voice of so many people in Klal Yisroel and the powerhouse behind the "nishmat movement".

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Charlie Harary

Apr 5, 2020

58:23

Charlie Harary is a world-renowned lecturer and author whose topics range from personal growth to business strategy and productivity. For the previous two decades, he’s enlightened both the Jewish and secular worlds with his knowledge on personal success, social impact, and above all how to incorporate G-d into daily life. Charlie sits down with Nachi Gordon and Yaakov Langer of Meaningful People to discuss his role as a lawyer, public figure, father, and most of all Jew.

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Uncle Moishy

Mar 29, 2020

50:17

For over 40 years, Uncle Moishy has captured the hearts of Jewish children across the world with his imaginative and inspiring songs and videos. Moishy Tanenbaum, the man behind it all, sits down with Nachi Gordon and Yaakov Langer to discuss everything from how he got his name to the inspiration behind his most famous songs.

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Rabbi Eytan Feiner

Mar 18, 2020

1:12:45

A brilliant Torah scholar and beacon of inspiration, Rabbi Eytan Feiner—Rav of Congregation Kneseth Israel (“The White Shul”) in Far Rockaway, New York—sits down with Meaningful Peoples’ Yaakov Langer and Nachi Gordon to discuss how he got to where he is today.

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What Is "Meaningful People"?

Mar 16, 2020

2:47

We are all meaningful in our own way. Here's what we do on Meaningful People Podcast.

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