Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories

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One Couple's Fight for Their Baby's Life Jun 24, 2021

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Meet Rabbi Eli and Chaya Rochel Estrin, authors of “Of Medicine, Miracles and Mindsets”, in a fascinating interview with Chana Weisberg, where the Estrins describe their story to save their miracle baby, the major challenges involved, and the lessons learned.

Jews by Choice, Not by Birth Jun 03, 2021

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Rifka and Shalom Chilungu share their story of their path to embracing Judaism, their inspiration and challenges, and what it's like to raise their children as a bi-racial couple.

What Would You Do If You Weren't Afraid? Jun 03, 2021

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Michal Oshman, a successful executive at Tik Tok, shares how she suffered from anxiety and how that brought her to study Chassidut, observe mitzvot and write her best-selling book full of Jewish wisdom, What Would You Do If Your Weren't Afraid?

Journey from Loss to Light Apr 20, 2021

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Nechama Laber shares how the untimely death of her father brought her to reach out to create a place of love for others and helped her raise her child with special needs.

Meet the Francis Couple: A School Principal and A Community Intervention Specialist Apr 14, 2021

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Rabbi Enan and Gitty Francis speak about education, anxiety, self-care, raising whole and healthy children, and challenges of our times.

Campus Shluchos Share Practical Tips and Inspiration for Passover Apr 07, 2021

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In conversation with Shifra Sharstein and Manya Lazaroff about Passover preparation and year-long activities at Chabad on college campus.

Project Heart for "At Risk" Youth Mar 23, 2021

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Rabbi Benny Zippel and Chaim Andruiser discuss how Project Heart helps at risk youth see theselves as the true gems that they are.

Cancer Survivor Faces IVF Treatment with Faith and Optimism Mar 16, 2021

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Chana Spiro battled a life-threatening cancer when she was 18. She is now undergoing treatment for infertility with her signature resolve and positive perspective.

Rising Higher Than My Disorder Mar 09, 2021

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Chana Weisberg interviews Miriam Raskin about her journey to overcoming her eating disorders and depression and ultimately thriving in life with the discovery of the depth of Chassidic teachings.

Despite Shocking Tragedy, She Says Chabad Is Staying Mar 02, 2021

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An inspiring conversation with Mrs. Shternie Wolf, Chabad’s emissary in Hanover, Germany, who suddenly lost her husband, Rabbi Benny Wolf, yet she remains determined to stay and continue their life work there.