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Dr. Shana Frydman - Shalom Task Force Jun 19, 2021

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses many forms of abuse.

Dr. Shoshannah Frydman, PhD, LCSW is the Executive Director of Shalom Task Force. Dr. Frydman is a trauma informed therapist and advocate where she has worked in the field of domestic abuse and family violence within the Jewish community for close to 20 years. Dr. Frydman co-chairs the UJA Taskforce on Family Violence, a collaboration of community agencies and leaders that work collaboratively to best provide support and recourses to vulnerable populations effected by family violence.

Dr. Frydman lectures regularly about intimate partner abuse, sexual abuse, trauma and culturally informed practice where she has published on this and related subjects. Shana has been honored by the Jewish Communal Service Association and the New York Board of Rabbis for her work in the field of domestic violence and commitment to the Jewish community.

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Rav Joey Rosenfeld - Mystical Optimist Jun 06, 2021

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Joey Rosenfeld LCSW, is a practicing psychotherapist currently working in the addiction field focusing on the interface between philosophy, spirituality, and psychology.

Rav Joey's podcasts and video recordings on works of Jewish philosophy, Kabbalah and the inner workings of the human soul have been watched and listened to by thousands around the world and he has a dedicated following of students from the entire spectrum of the Jewish community.

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Rabbi Hanoch Teller - Super Storyteller May 29, 2021

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Rabbi Hanoch Teller is a globe-trotting modern-day maggid (storyteller of yore) renowned as the King of the Storytellers and the Shakespeare of the Yeshivah World. He has lectured before audiences on five continents, in 40 American States and 24 other countries, delivering a precious and inspiring message that is cherished for a lifetime.

His presentations – imbued with joy and drama, laughter and pathos — provide a one-of-a-kind experience for listeners young and old from all across the spectrum. The classes he teaches in numerous Jerusalem educational institutions are in great demand.

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Jeff Seidel - The King of the Kotel May 22, 2021

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You probably have seen him by the Western Wall. Since 1982, Jeff Seidel has introduced thousands of Jewish college students to their first Shabbat experience as well as offered free tours and classes through his Jewish Student Centers at Hebrew U in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv University, Ben-Gurion University in Beersheba, and IDC in Herzliya. He has lived in Jerusalem's Old City for over thirty years and connected tens of thousands to the Land of Israel. He has also authored "The Jewish Traveler's Resource Guide," which lists Shabbat placement programs around the world.

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Rabbi Uri Zohar - From Israeli Film to Bnei Brak Gadol May 08, 2021

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Stand-up comedian, actor, director. Uri Zohar was the biggest star in Israel. But then it all changed. Today he is known as the undisputed leader of the teshuvah movement in Eretz Yisrael. What is less known is that Rav Uri is a tremendous talmid chacham and gadol in his own right. Over 85 years old, bli ayin hara, he sits and learns the entire day, and most of the night too, peeling himself away from his Gemara only when absolutely necessary, like when his presence is needed at kiruv events and the like.

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The Meron Tragedy: Words from Zahava Farbman May 01, 2021

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The world is mourning. In the first part of the episode, we sit down with Trauma Expert Zahava Farbman to discuss coping methods for the tragedy and loss the Jewish world is experiencing.

The rest of the episode is stitched with a previous episode where Mrs. F discusses how to deal with trauma and tragedy.

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.

Harry Rothenberg, Esq. Apr 24, 2021

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Harry Rothenberg, Esq., a partner at The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP and magna cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School, is best known for his successes in the courtroom on behalf of victims of catastrophic injury. His firm is one of the leading personal injury law firms in the United States. Harry is equally passionate about speaking on Jewish topics. A sought-after lecturer for his crowd-pleasing talks, his favorite project is a popular weekly video blog about Jewish holidays and the Torah portion of the week.

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Avremi Gourarie - A Father's Life After Tragic Loss Apr 17, 2021

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TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains conversations about mental health, eating disorder and suicide.

Avremi Gourarie is a prolific music publisher behind so much of the Jewish world's music. In this episode, we discuss with him the life of his daughter Yocheved, her struggle with an eating disorder, depression and her heartbreaking recent death.

Yocheved was a kind, brilliant and thoughtful person. Loved by all and continues to have a tremendous impact in this world.

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Shloime Zionce - World Traveler Apr 10, 2021

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Shloime Zionce was born in Brooklyn, NY, and grew up in Toronto, Canada. He currently serves as Ami Magazine's Senior Foreign Correspondent and Travels all over the World on a frequent basis. Known for his keen observations and very direct and upfront style of communication, His exciting travel articles and videos have garnered millions of views from international audiences and are constantly being featured in International Newspapers and TV stations worldwide. He currently lives in Israel with his wife and two children.

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Rebbetzin Slovie Jungreis Wolff Mar 20, 2021

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Not just the daughter of Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis and leader of Hineni Couples, Slovie is a noted teacher, author, relationships and parenting lecturer. She is the author of the parenting handbook, Raising A Child With Soul. She gives weekly classes and has lectured throughout the world.

In this episode we discuss parenting, relationships, Rebbetzin Jungreis' legacy and more!

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