BrainStorm with Sony Perlman
By: Sony Perlman
Language: en-us
Categories: Health, Fitness, Mental, Education, Self Improvement, Religion, Spirituality
Sony Perlman LMSW has had a plethora of experiences in the mental health arena specializing in addiction. Sony has developed a philosophy on how he thinks, we as a community can change the world for the better. He is passionate about talking to other people that have done great things in the world. Follow along as he exchanges these ideas with thought leaders and other people that he finds fascinating, as they BRAINSTORM ways to make the world a better place.
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Choosing Nomadic Life Over The Rat Race | With Yossi And Rechie Glanz
Jan 10, 2026Send us a text
Yossi and Rechie Glanz are a young Jewish Orthodox couple who left behind the usual routine to live life on their own terms. For the past year, they’ve been traveling full-time through 12 countries, sharing honest stories, local experiences, and real behind-the-scenes insights from life on the road. They inspire thousands online by showing that it’s possible to chase adventure and meaning while staying true to their values.
On Instagram at @only.glanz, they document everything from hidden gems and local life to what it looks like to step off the...
The Hardest Working Therapist | With Dr. Debbie Ackerman
Jan 03, 2026Send us a text
Debbie Akerman PhD, LCSW CSAT is a social worker with years of experience in addiction, recovery and trauma. A wife and mother to 11 biologic and 8 chosen children, Dr. Akerman completed her dissertation on addiction and the orthodox Jewish community. Currently, Dr. Akerman is a Clinical Associate Professor at Wurzweiler School of Social Work and also maintains a private practice. Dr. Akerman brings her own personal experience of trauma and loss to her work and now to the public sphere as an inspirational speaker.
Building on Torah philosophy intermingled with 12 Step Recovery, Dr...
What Does Being A Healthy Man Even Mean? | With Simba Eckhaus
Dec 27, 2025Send us a text
Simba Eckhaus is the founder of Magen Movement, a holistic mind-body-soul lifestyle for Jewish men committed to growth, integrity, and purpose. A fitness coach, musician, and spiritual mentor, Simba blends movement, psychology, Kabbalah, and lived experience in recovery to help men reconnect to their strength, self-respect, and inner light. His work is about alignment—becoming the man you were meant to be and living it out loud.
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My Father Ronnie Greenwald | With Rabbi Chananya Greenwald
Dec 20, 2025Send us a text
R Chananya Greenwald is Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Tiferet in Yerushalayim (TJ).
He's been in chinuch for 40 years and is still trying to figure it out.
He recently published the biography of his legendary father entitled,
Ronnie
The Extraordinary Life of Rabbi Ronnie Greenwald.
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Building Community For Singles | With Hadassa Hirsh
Dec 13, 2025Send us a text
Hadassa Hirsh is the founder and director of Unite, a vibrant community for frum single women. For the past five years, she has led Unite in Lakewood with a mission to create belonging, empowerment, and genuine connection. Known for her warmth, creativity, and thoughtful leadership, Hadassa designs weekly programs, Shabbatons/retreats and conversations that help women feel inspired, connected to others and embrace their best selves throughout this stage.
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Healing Addiction With Real Experience | With Asher Gottesman
Dec 06, 2025Send us a text
Asher is a spiritual entrepreneur, human connection coach and Rabbi in Southern California. His story began at home as a young child where all seemed well from the outside. As the youngest by nine years, he felt a horrible sense of abandonment. His loneliness was compounded by his father’s prominence as a rabbi and community leader where the pressure to appear as role models was insufferable. This resulted in a childhood eating disorder and drug use by age 14.
Asher was 33 when he lost his multi-million-dollar business, with the resulting bankruptcy de...
Psychedelics, Jewish Exploration, And Being Sony's Friend | With Yehuda Jacobowitz
Nov 29, 2025Send us a text
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That Time I Got Interviewed On My Own Podcast | With Mendy Bistritzky
Nov 22, 2025Send us a text
The Long Short Way is a podcast hosted by Rabbi Mendy Bistritzky, where meaningful stories meet soulful conversations. Each episode explores the winding paths of personal growth, faith, and purpose—highlighting the unexpected ways that challenge can lead to clarity, and that the "long short way" is often the most direct route to real transformation.
Through heartfelt storytelling and thoughtful interviews, Rabbi Mendy speaks with individuals about their spiritual journeys, life experiences, and the moments that shaped who they are today.
Produced by Chabad of Saugus, this podcast invites yo...
How Trauma Is Affecting Our Generation | With Yanki Greenberger
Nov 15, 2025Send us a text
Yankie is a veteran trauma and addiction therapist in the field of psychotherapy.
For 13 years, Yankie served as the clinical director of two community organizations which has collectively supported well over 1000 individuals and families. Yankie has focuses his clinical work specifically on trauma-healing utilizing EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and related clinical modalities. Additionally, he is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist through the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP) as well as an accredited CSAT Supervisor and a Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT).
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Behind the Mic: Two Mental Health Pros Get Real | With Gabi Koyenov
Nov 08, 2025Send us a text
Gabi Koyenov grew up in Queens to immigrant parents, where the blend of grit and curiosity that defined his upbringing later guided his search for meaning. He spent years dedicated in yeshiva, pursuing the path of becoming a rabbi and exploring questions of faith, purpose, and human nature. His curiosity eventually led him beyond the yeshiva walls and into the wider world, where he connected with people through psychology and storytelling. Graduating summa cum laude with dual master’s degrees in Marriage & Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling, Gabi founded The Men’s Ther...
Duration: 02:18:12Loving an Addict: Healing Codependence With Compassion | With Estee Weingarten
Nov 01, 2025Send us a text
Estee Weingarten
✨ Wife • Mom of 4 • Life Coach ✨
Founder of The Comfort Zone Community — a community where wives of struggling addicts find strength, hope, and sisterhood.
Our mission is to walk beside women on their recovery journey — helping them rediscover themselves, rebuild with love, and remember they are never alone. 💛
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Finding My Own Voice | With Tali Yess
Oct 25, 2025Send us a text
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Healing Without A Price Tag | With Eric Levitz
Oct 18, 2025Send us a text
🎙 Eric Levitz — Executive Director, AZ House Jerusalem
Eric Levitz is the Executive Director and Founder of AZ House Jerusalem, a transformative recovery program serving the Jewish world. Founded in 2016, AZ House provides long-term residential treatment for men seeking recovery from addiction — with no cost to residents or families. The goal isn’t simply to make treatment affordable, but to remove money from the equation entirely, allowing the organization to focus fully on helping people and delivering the highest possible standard of care.
Based in Jerusalem but reaching far beyond it, AZ Hous...
The Veteran Therapist Changing Lakewood | With R’ Binyamin “Beenu” Greenspoon LCSW
Oct 04, 2025Send us a text
R' Binyamin Greenspoon, LCSW, is the Clinical Director of Nesivos, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing mental health services and support to the Lakewood community. With a Master's in Social Work from Wurzweiler School of Social Work, he's a state-certified crisis counselor and EMDR consultant.
R' Greenspoon has guided thousands of young people and their families towards healing and success through his work at Nesivos. The organization offers a range of services, including assessments, mentors, case-management, and parent support groups.
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From Rock Bottom To Recovery | With Aaron Fogel
Sep 27, 2025Send us a text
Aaron Fogel has come back from the deepest depths of addiction to being a successful business owner and a great contributor to society, and now spends a good portion of his time giving back to those who are struggling, especially through a program that means so much to him, which is the AZ house in Jerusalem. With nearly 6 years of sobriety behind him, he shares with Sony the trials and triumphs of this journey.
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Devoting His Life To Helping | With Eli Erenthal
Sep 13, 2025Send us a text
Eli Erenthal is the Director of Operations at Our Village, a sober living community dedicated to healing and growth. He’s a communicator, educator, and advocate for addiction recovery, known for holding space with empathy and helping people rediscover hope and purpose.
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The Psychology Behind Magic | With Ilan Smith
Aug 30, 2025Send us a text
Ilan Smith is a world-class illusionist, mentalist, and speaker who has captivated audiences around the world, across stages, screens, and boardrooms. Specializing in both stage and close-up performances, Ilan blends comedy, powerful illusions, mind reading, and influence effects with inspirational storytelling. His unique style has earned him countless appearances on television and radio, including multiple spot-on predictions of the FIFA Soccer World Cup results, as well as performances for Fortune 500 companies and international audiences.
Beyond entertainment, Ilan is a sought-after speaker who uses magic as a tool to unlock creativity, motivation, and...
Addiction Treatment In The Jewish Community | With Marlon Freidman
Aug 27, 2025Send us a text
Marlon Friedman is a native New Yorker with a passion to help those who are struggling with Substance use and mental health disorders. Mr. Friedman prides himself as a soldier of God and he and his wife are a team of help serving the homeless, food and clothing donations and of course, my primary position of assisting those in need of treatment.
In his prior life, Mr. Friedman was in the food industry ( The bagel business ) for many years before entering the behavioral health space, but has always had a passion f...
Is It Even Possible To Move To Israel? | With Zak Lenik
Aug 17, 2025Send us a text
Zak, founder of David’s Harp Realty, helps people from around the world find their place in Israel—specializing in real estate and in-depth community research. He travels extensively across the country, learning the character and culture of each area so he can guide buyers not just to the right home, but to the right community
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The New Age Of Jewish Music | With Gavriel Reichmann
Aug 10, 2025Send us a text
Gavriel, aka EKEV, is a singer, songwriter, and producer. He’s written and produced for some of the most well-known artists in including Mordechai Shapiro, Zusha, and many others.
His work blends soulful songwriting with modern sound. He’s been invited to perform in various communities around the world, bringing his music to diverse audiences in a personal, meaningful way.
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America's Rabbi | With Rabbi Shais Taub
Aug 03, 2025Send us a text
Rabbi Shais Taub is a rabbi, teacher, and author who specializes in translating the depth of Chassidus into everyday language. He founded SoulWords, a platform that reaches millions of people each month across various online platforms. Rabbi Taub gives classes locally at Chabad of the Five Towns and recently opened a physical location for SoulWords in Queens, near the Rebbe’s Ohel. He lives in the Five Towns, NY, with his family and continues to inspire a global audience through his teachings, writing, and speaking.
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Duration: 02:22:57Parenting With A TWiST | With Avi Fishoff
Jul 27, 2025Send us a text
Avi Fishoff is a Jewish educator and crisis guide who founded Home SWEEEET Home (2003‑14) and went on to develop the “Twisted Parenting” (TP) approach.
Avi personally coaches hundreds of parents from around the world dealing with youth grappling with addiction, mental‑health challenges and religious disconnection, all while insisting full involvement of the family’s rabbi so his guidance remains rooted firmly in halachah.
All services to parents are free of charge.
He also disseminates Torah‑based chinuch philosophy in the two‑volume 'Raising Royalty series" an encyclopedic collection o...
Finding G-d And Building Community | With Bernie Bernfeld
Jul 20, 2025Send us a text
Yosef Chaim (Bernie) Bernfeld is a successful businessman and a good friend of Sony. He shares his experience finding his own connection with god, and helping build community.
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The Improv Therapist | With Juda Alcabes
Jul 13, 2025Send us a text
Juda Alcabes has masterfully blended the worlds of therapy and improv, creating a unique synergy that combines the clinical with the comical. As a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, he specializes in addiction and trauma. Juda is also an accomplished comedian, improviser, and musician. His improv classes and workshops enhances spontaneity, adaptability, and communication skills. You can find him at theimprovtherapist.com
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Master Educator Shares His Method | With Richard Altabe
Jul 06, 2025Send us a text
Richard Altabe serves as principal and executive vice president for institutional advancement at the Hebrew Academy of Long Beach, roles he has held since 2016, and as an adjunct professor at Touro College since 2021. With over 35 years in K-12 education, he previously served as headmaster at Shaare Torah, director of Limudei Chol at the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools, and executive director of TOVA Mentoring. His earlier roles include principal at Magen David Yeshivah, dean of secular studies at Yeshiva Darchei Torah, and founding director of Simcha Day Camp. Mr. Altabe has contributed...
Duration: 01:42:22Sony's Nephew Shares His Journey | With Chananya Bacher
Jun 29, 2025Send us a text
A special episode with my nephew.
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You Are Perfect Just The Way You Are | With Mordechai Weinberger LCSW
Jun 22, 2025Send us a text
Mordechai Weinberger, LCSW, is the Executive Director of Serenity Center and a seasoned therapist with over 20 years of experience. He is the author of three books—Mastering Relationships, Alive, and Momentum—a bestselling radio host, and a clinical trainer known for integrating CBT, DBT, ACT, and IFS in his work. Currently completing his PhD in psychology, Mordechai is widely respected for his culturally sensitive approach, particularly within the Orthodox Jewish community, and is dedicated to empowering both clients and clinicians through practical, evidence-based care.
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Marriage Expert Discusses The Future of Relationships | With Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Jun 15, 2025Send us a text
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
A veteran mechanech and noted relationships expert, Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier served as a high school rebbe for 15 years before creating the Shmuz. TheShmuz.com, a popular website that dispenses weekly Torah inspiration to 10,000 people across the globe, reflects the down-to-earth, practical voice of Rabbi Shafier. Offering refreshing parashah thoughts, life-changing hashkafa workshops, and captivating marriage seminars (like “10 Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make”), Rabbi Shafier is direct, daring, and downright funny, providing audiences with essential Torah principles packaged in an enticing, enjoyable way. A father of s...
Comedy After October 7th | With Eli Lebowicz
Jun 09, 2025Send us a text
Eli Lebowicz is a very Jewish comedian. Like very Jewish. He has performed all over the US, Canada, and Israel telling jokes to Jews at shul dinners, Passover programs and other times when they’re eating. He regularly opens for Elon Gold and was featured in the Chosen Comedy Festival in 2023.
Eli is also one of the co-creators of J-Sketch, the Orthodox Jewish world’s recent viral sketch group. You have likely seen some of these sketches forwarded to a WhatsApp group you’re in.
To book Eli to perfor...
Recovery Expert Shares His Knowledge | With Ezy Finkel
May 25, 2025Send us a text
A creative, friendly, and passionate person, Ezy Finkel is deeply committed to his family, making a positive impact in the world, and conducting business with honesty and integrity. He is a managing member of Gem Consulting Group, a firm specializing in investing in behavioral health real estate and operations.
Ezy grew up in Lakewood, NJ, and now lives in Brooklyn, NY, with his wife and children. He cherishes his family life in which they love to play and engage in various sports activities. Dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives...
Recovering Addict Shares His Journey | With Dani Bin-Nun
May 18, 2025Send us a text
Dani Bin-Nun is a respected business manager, who has come on the Brainstorm podcast to share with Sony about his experience, struggling with addiction and recovery and how with the help of the people that love him, including his wife has made amazing strides in his life.
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Comic Influencer With A Deeper Purpose | With Mendel "Reggie" Richter
May 10, 2025Send us a text
Reggie, whose real name is Mendel Richter, is a Chabad bochur (yeshiva student) known for his engaging and humorous approach to sharing Torah teachings. During his time on shlichus (Jewish outreach) in Singapore, he began creating short comedic videos inspired by the weekly Parsha, aiming to make Jewish wisdom accessible and entertaining. These “Torah Shorts” blend humor with meaningful insights, resonating with audiences seeking a light-hearted yet profound connection to their heritage.
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True Healing Is Possible | With Dovid Kohn
May 03, 2025Send us a text
Dovid Kohn, a seasoned clinical social worker specializing in trauma, addiction, and marital therapy, runs a thriving psychotherapy practice based in New City, NY, where he integrates an embodied and mindful approach in evidence-based care, along with several associates in various locations.
Dovid also serves as Chief Clinical Officer at Ray of Hope, a non profit organization dedicated to supporting Jewish sexual abuse survivors and their families through the healing power of community and peer support.
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A Rabbi's Recover Journey | With Rabbi Shmuel Luger
Apr 05, 2025Send us a text
Originally from Monsey NY, Rav Luger completed high school in Yeshiva Shaarei Torah and then continued to learn in the prestigious Yeshiva of Toras Simcha and Yeshiva Gedola Matisyahu. Afterward, he continued his learning in Sh’or Yoshuv while completing his degree in Business Administration. After making aliyah, Rav Luger joined Kollel Tzeiri Haleviim, a semicha Kollel under the auspices of HaRav Hagaon Avigdor Nevenzahl, Shlita. He then became a Rebbe in Fisher’s Yeshiva on Moshav Matityahu, ultimately opening and leading the Old City branch. He also gives an exciting and engaging week...
Duration: 02:08:07Gen Z Judaism | With Moe Flohr
Mar 29, 2025Send us a text
Moe Flohr is 17 years old and he is one of the cohosts of the viral Relatable Podcast. Relatable podcast offers the solution through connection, insight and practical advice.
Profound teachings from the greatest minds of our generation including guests who are spiritual leaders, prolific therapists, creative artists, successful entrepreneur's, and world renowned authors.
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Your Friendly Neighborhood Pharmacist | With Leah Askarinam-Rosenberg
Mar 22, 2025Send us a text
Leah Askarinam, Graduate of LIU Class of 2015, has been a devoted and hard-working pharmacist for the past 10 years. She listens to the concerns of her clients and provides top quality service and care.
During her own health and wellness journey she discovered the power and strength of holistic medicine which was the spark that caused her to delve deeper into the world of modern medicine.
She truly believes that there’s a whole realm of benefits that we can all tap into to have our bodies functioning at optimal le...
A Conversation With My Nephew | With Shalom Perlman
Mar 20, 2025Send us a text
A special audio-only episode with my nephew.
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How We Can All Help | With Shlomo Reichmann
Mar 15, 2025Send us a text
Shlomo Reichman is a businessman living in Pomona, New York, who recognized there was an issue in the community with young men and he set out to do something about it. He has helped these young men in many ways, including helping with employment, Shabbas meals, and many other things. Shlomo, along with some friends, created an organization called the Neighbors, to create a community for these young men. He is also a good friend of Sony Perlman.
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Connecting To The Light | With Gedale Fenster
Mar 08, 2025Send us a text
Gedale Fenster is an internationally renowned motivational speaker, spiritual leader, life coach, entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist. He has become known worldwide as one the most recognized faces in the field of personal development. His approach, simple and straightforward yet profound and wise, has empowered millions of individuals to achieve success in all aspects of life. His teachings are firmly rooted in spirituality and the belief that problems are truly blessings in disguise.
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Over 50 Years Of Inspiring The Jewish Nation | With Abie Rotenberg
Mar 01, 2025Send us a text
Abie Rotenberg is a prolific Orthodox Jewish musician, composer, and entertainer living in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He has been producing music since the mid-1970s with a style which has been described as "soft and sweet" with a strong folk influence.
Rotenberg grew up in Queens, New York, surrounded by other up-and-coming religious Jewish musicians, including Eli Teitelbaum, who directed the first Pirchei boys choir, as well as Rabbi Baruch Chait and Label Sharfman who attended yeshiva with him. Rotenberg studied piano and taught himself guitar at a young age.
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Finding The Light Within Ourselves | With Rabbi Yoni Fischer
Feb 22, 2025Send us a text
Rabbi Yoni Fischer is the Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Matisyahu (Fischer’s) in Eretz Yisroel.
With his deep empathy, unique ability to understand others, and enormous amount of love of yidden, Rabbi Fischer is a Rebbi to many, helping guide buchrim to living a happy healthy life with Hashem.
Rabbi Fischer was previously the founder and Rosh Yeshiva of Lev Shlomo in Baltimore, then as Menahel Ruchani and Rebbe in Yeshiva Shor Yoshuv and also was the Director of Shma boys camps. He has also ran a wonderful rehab for...
Treating The Whole Person | With Divi Bogart
Feb 15, 2025Send us a text
Divi (Kamman) Bogart is a licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner trained in psychiatric assessment, medication management, and psychotherapy.
Divi approaches each individual as a unique psychological system, perfectly calibrated and guided by their own innate body wisdom and healing intelligence. Seeing the limitations of conventional psychotropics when used alone, Divi is also educated in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and the therapeutic use of mind-opening medicines with psychedelic properties. These are tools, among others, that are utilized to approach each assessment with an open mind and heart, and a commitment to cultivate a...
Don't Get Lost In The Sauce | With Yitz Klein
Feb 08, 2025Send us a text
Yitz is the founder of Third House Capital (thirdhousecapital.com), an alternative investment fund focused on impactful investments that benefit humanity. Previously, he founded and served as CIO of Gideon Asset Management, a private equity family office with a diverse portfolio spanning real estate, venture tech, finance, healthcare, nightlife, and film. Yitz began his career at Meridian Capital Group under Ralph Herzka and later at Rosewood Realty with Ari Jungreis, gaining expertise in real estate investment. In 2019, he founded Trippy.vc, dedicated to expanding access to credible psychedelic therapies, and launched a in-patient...
Duration: 02:32:05Brothers In Session | With Dr. Akiva Perlman
Feb 01, 2025Send us a text
Akiva Perlman, PhD., is an international speaker on topics of abuse, addiction, and trauma. He has educated several hundred frum social workers from our community and is currently serving as a professor at Wurzweiler School of Social work. Dr. Perlman is clinical director of ODA’s Wellness Institute, a clinic which serves the chasideshe community in Williamsburg. He maintains a small practice in Fresh Meadows where he resides with his Wife Tamar and children.
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How Alternative Healing Helped Me Through Grief | With Avremi Gourarie
Jan 25, 2025Send us a text
Avremi Gourarie is a world-class Jewish musician. After the tragic and untimely loss of his daughter, he has gone through a journey of healing and self-discovery. He has devoted much of his time and energy to helping others who are struggling. Avremi and his wife Dini have created The Kindness Award to commemorate their daughter’s memory.
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My Journey From Chassidic Royalty To An IDF Commander | With Chaim Meisels
Jan 18, 2025Send us a text
Chaim Meisels, 29, is the great-grandson of the Satmar Rebbe, R’ Beirach Moshe. About eight years ago, Chaim chose to immigrate to Israel and enlist in the IDF. Chaim left everything behind, enlisted in the IDF combat unit, and was sworn in at the Kotel. Chaim served as a commanding officer in the Egoz program, a special forces unit and then was in Golani. Now he is devoting his life to the organization Nevut, which helps lone soldiers after they leave the army.
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The Breathwork Revolution | With Dr. Trish Attia And Gitty Greenwald LCSW
Jan 11, 2025Send us a text
Gitty Greenwald, LCSW is a psychotherapist in private practice in Brooklyn, NY, and works with adults.
Besides for traditional psychotherapy, Gitty has extensive training in multiple body centered trauma treatments, which include: somatic interventions, sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR, hypnosis, intuitive healing, energy healing, and breathwork. Gitty developed training that is focused on teaching licensed mental health professionals on how to use breathwork methods within their clinical practice.
Patricia R. Attia, Phd., LCSW is a co-President of the Our Place Board. During the early part of her career she established addiction and p...
"Ten Years Of Therapy In 2 Hours" | With Berry Nash
Jan 04, 2025Send us a text
As a dedicated parent and mentor, Berry Nash has spent years refining his parenting techniques through hands-on experience.
With a step-by-step perspective, Berry offers personalized guidance to help families create harmonious, nurturing environments.
Discover a relatable approach to raising confident, happy children with Berry Nash by your side.
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How I Dropped Out Of Law School And My Parents Are Still Proud Of Me | With Dovi Neuburger
Dec 28, 2024Send us a text
Dovi Neuburger is a New York City- based comic and producer. He plays at many of the top comedy clubs in Manhattan and produces live comedy shows tailored to Jewish audiences around the country. Neuburger founded and produces the StandUp for Israel Comedy Tour, which brings Jewish and pro-Israel comedians into various communities to promote Jewish unity and raise money for Israeli families suffering from the October 7 massacre. He is the former co-host of the popular podcast “Mislaibeled” and a dropout of the formerly popular NYU School of Law.
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Love, Intimacy, and Co-Dependency | With Gara Steinfeld
Dec 21, 2024Send us a text
Gara Steinfeld is a licensed therapist and founder of Real Healing Counseling, an experiential, attachment focused group therapy practice that specializes in working with who struggle with complex trauma and the ways we learn how to survive, such as sexand love addiction, eating disorders, codependency, and intimacy issues.
While she is a self-proclaimed nerd, loves learning and has pursued many trainings and certifications (insert fancy therapy terms here: somatic, parts work, emdr, inner child work), she is human and authentic with her clients and believes in the healing power of the t...
Himalayas, Yoga, And Gemara | With Yoni Banayan
Dec 14, 2024Send us a text
Yoni is passionate about helping others find their own door to their best selves and the discovery of their own sources of joy and power within and around them. He has invested in his own practice as a psychotherapist, specializing in mind-body-oriented mental illnesses such as trauma, eating disorders, addiction, and anxiety. Studying personally under a yogic master, providing Kundalini Yoga teacher training to future yogic teachers, becoming a Reiki Master and his own personal practices have led him to his ability to move with the heart of the issue and into resolution.
My Fascinating Journey To Spirituality | With Ari Lesser
Dec 07, 2024Send us a text
Ari Lesser is a singer, songwriter, rapper, and spoken word artist from Cleveland, Ohio. He has a degree in Political Science from the University of Oregon and also spent time in Israel studying at Yeshivot in Tzfat and Jerusalem. He has performed around the world, and written hundreds of songs on a wide range of subjects. Ari’s repertoire is expansive, touching on everything from modern politics to ancient Jewish mysticism. He can step into character and rap from the perspectives of hundreds of different personalities living and dead, real and fictional, human an...
Duration: 01:40:56Finding The Authentic You | With Simba Eckhaus
Dec 01, 2024Send us a text
Simba is a 28 yr old drummer from lakewood, NJ. He's spent 9 years in israel where he discovered his passion for life and self development and now he shares what he's learned through his brand Magen Movement on the Magen podcast and at the Magen events. He's currently living in Monsey where he works as a counselor at Our Village sober living.
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Choosing Judaism While Healing Jews | With Faith Niece
Jun 30, 2024Send us a text
Faith Niece is a Mental Health Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist, and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. She run a practice of therapists and healers in Boca Raton focused on treating Trauma, Addictive disorders, and family of origin issues.
As a clinician for over a decade she has a wide range or training such as Brainspotting, emotionally focused therapy, inner child therapy, and experiential based practices such as psychodrama and somatic processing. Using carefully structured techniques, Faith guides others to resolving their core wounding so they are free to have meaningful and fulfilling...
No Laughing Matter With: Ami Kozak
Jun 23, 2024Send us a text
Versatile musician and comedian Ami Kozak is a well-established artist. As a composer and singer-songwriter, he is part of the indie-pop band Distant Cousins. The band’s music has featured in several films, television and commercials over the years. Together, Kozak and co have garnered a worldwide following. Born and raised in Englewood, New Jersey, Kozak began studying music under renowned producer, guitarist and percussionist Ray Ippolito. Kozak pursued his passion to the Berklee College of Music in Boston, where he earned a Bachelors of Music degree. While there, he studied a broad ra...
Duration: 01:30:33Music For The Heart With: Ori Lavi
Jun 16, 2024Send us a text
Ori Lavi is a multi instrumentalist musician and certified group facilitator, performing and leading vocal liberation workshops around the world.
Founding member of the groups Orot (alongside Orka and Uria Tsur) and Barefoot Doctors as well as a solo artist.
Driven by a passion for fostering attentiveness and responsible communication, Ori believes music is an ideal medium for achieving these goals.
His flagship workshop, Comusication™️, was conceived in 2012 while studying music therapy in Spain, suggesting that music is not solely for musicians to enjoy but rather a magica...
The Possible You With: Yom Tov Glaser
Jun 09, 2024Send us a text
Rabbi Yom Tov Glaser received a BA in Humanities from the University of California at Santa Barbara. For twelve years he surfed internationally on a professional level and continues to surf today plus he is an accomplished mountain biker and professional musician. He received his rabbinical ordination from Aish HaTorah and the Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem. His areas of expertise are Kabbala, Spirituality and Psychotherapy.
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The Case For The Jewish People: With Izzy Fried
May 19, 2024Send us a text
Israel ‘Izzy’ Fried has been a trial attorney in New York City practicing criminal law for 25 years handling many high-profile cases.
Before starting his own firm, Izzy served as a prosecutor in Kings County (Brooklyn) and completed selection into the FBI as a Special Agent. Prior to becoming a lawyer, Izzy served 2.5 years as a paratrooper in the Israeli Defense Forces. Izzy is an NRA-certified firearms instructor, a tactics instructor with EDC training company, and a supervisor and team member of a 501 (3) (c) all-volunteer armed security guard company that provides licensed and insur...
Is This What G-d Want's? With: Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll
May 12, 2024Send us a text
Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll is a writer, activist, and speaker. She advocates for a healthier Judaism and via Chochmat Nashim empowers the community to be part of the solution with tools such as The Jewish Life Photo Bank and Rate My Beit Din. Her work can be seen in the Times of Israel, Jerusalem Post, Jewish Chronicle and other outlets.
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Authentically Me: With Shif Bacher
May 12, 2024Send us a text
Raised in South Africa, Shif Bacher recently made Aliyah and is currently living in Jerusalem. She is the proud niece of Sony Perlman, a fellow adoring fan of Yaelli as well as the Brainstorm Podcast. Following in her family's footsteps, upon graduation she abandoned her postgrad degree in Genetics and entered the world of psychotherapy. Although Sony and his siblings set the bar high, she too hopes to create meaningful change in this space one day. In this podcast, she speaks about navigating life in Israel in these current circumstances, singlehood in the...
Duration: 01:21:16Choosing To Believe: With Moshe Chanin
May 05, 2024Send us a text
Moishe Dov Chanin, PCC, stands out as a beacon of compassion and expertise on the advisory board of Collective Kindness. His extensive background, marked by pioneering meaningful community engagement and personal development, enriches our mission. A certified professional life coach, Moishe Dov's dedication to supporting individuals on their journeys of growth and Self-actualization showcases his commitment to making a tangible lasting difference in people's lives.
Born and raised in Crown Heights, he remains deeply connected to his roots, living there with his wife Chaya, co-founder of The Frock NYC, and their four...
Keeping Our Children Safe: With Dr. Shani Verschleiser
Apr 14, 2024Send us a text
Dr. Shani Verschleiser, AuD, LCSW, is a distinguished trauma therapist,
noted author, and speaker, devoted to advancing family and child safety.
Along with her husband Eli Verschleiser, Dr. Shani co-founded MagenU.org, through which she has educated tens of thousands of
individuals on Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) prevention. MagenU's impactful
curriculum is now integrated into schools worldwide, from London to South
America.
An influential figure in the realm of child protection, she has played a pivotal role in
developing curricula aimed at empowering communities...
Spreading Meaning: With Nachi Gordon
Apr 07, 2024Send us a text
Nachi Gordon is the visionary founder of Meaningful Minute and the Meaningful People Podcast, a platform dedicated to inspiring personal growth and positive change in just sixty seconds. With a passion for empowering others to lead fulfilling lives, Nachi created Meaningful Minute as a daily dose of wisdom and motivation for individuals seeking to unlock their full potential. Through concise and impactful messages, he aims to spark reflection, cultivate gratitude, and encourage action towards personal and professional goals. Nachi's commitment to spreading positivity and making a difference one minute at a time has r...
Duration: 01:39:39Telling It How It Is: With Rabbi YY Jacobson
Mar 17, 2024Send us a text
Yosef Yitzchak "Yossi" Jacobson, also known as Rabbi YY Jacobson, is an American Chabad rabbi and speaker from Monsey, New York. Jacobson served as editor-in-chief of the Algemeiner Journal, and as a choizer for Lubavitcher Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson
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We Need To Talk About Enabling: With Rabbi Kalish
Mar 03, 2024Send us a text
Rabbi Daniel Kalish Shlit'a learned in Yeshiva of Far Rockaway and then at the Mir, Yerushalayim. He came back to help start Yeshiva Ateres Shmuel of Waterbury and is currently the Menahel of the Mesivta of Waterbury. Rabbi Kalish has gained acclaim for his wonderful shmoozen that awaken, inspire, and encourage people to reach their potential as an Eved Hashem.
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My Life As An Advocate: With Flatbush Girl
Feb 17, 2024Send us a text
FlatbushGirl is a fervent advocate for women's equality, tirelessly working to champion the rights and representation of women within her community and beyond. Her advocacy spans promoting female visibility in Jewish media, supporting Agunah rights, and serving as a Toenes, all while providing invaluable services as a doula and kallah teacher to the ultra-Hasidic community. With a social media presence nearing 100K followers and viral video content, FlatbushGirl not only raises awareness but also inspires actionable change towards a more equitable society for women.
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Life After Growth: With Meir Kay
Feb 04, 2024Send us a text
Meir Kay is a breathwork facilitator, Co-founder of Ahdama and creator of the Kids Show “Mak and Friendz” He’s on a mission to connect people back to their hearts through creative mediums such as his viral videos, men’s retreats and breathwork workshops. He’s the children’s book author of “ A Kid’s Book About Optimism” which made it on Oprah’s Favorite List. Meir's life has been illuminated and transformed through the power of breath and since then has facilitated hundreds of people through deep, meaningful experiences that allow themselves to find inner peace...
Duration: 01:33:43The Benefits Of Healing In Comedy: With Zach Adler
Jan 21, 2024Send us a text
Zach Adler could be considered a world famous podcaster if the world only consisted of orthodox, and formerly orthodox jews.
He resides in brooklyn if you couldn’t tell from his earrings and general appearance and demeanor. He is single and looking for the first of his 3 divorces. On top of this he is 6’4” and can dance very well.
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We're The 2 Best Friends That Anyone Ever Had: With Neil Zelman & Michael Greenfield
Jan 15, 2024Send us a text
Neil Zelman, the compassionate CEO of Polaris Healthcare, is a master of balance, seamlessly blending his professional prowess with a heart dedicated to service. Proudly holding a master's in public health administration, Neil's journey began as part of a family of entrepreneurs, where he honed his values managing the kitchen in a Catskill Resort.
His commitment to holistic well-being is evident not only in his role as a Chaplain for seniors but also in his active involvement in the Monsey community. Beyond the realms of Polaris Healthcare, Neil extends h...
Coming Full Circle An Alcoholic Story Of Redemption: With Mendy Schusterman
Dec 31, 2023Send us a text
Raised in Peabody, Massachusetts, Mendy, at just 22 years old, has already experienced the depths of hopelessness and suffering that comes with alcohol addiction. With raw honesty, he shares the turning point that ignited his desire for change and led him on a path to recovery. Mendy went from being a client at Our Village Sober Community to currently being employed there. He is the head of marketing for Our Village Sober Community and the Brainstorm With Sony podcast. On top of this, Mendy is a backup counselor at Our Village. And he is...
Duration: 01:24:35The 10 Lost Tribe Of Israel: With Rabbi Harry
Dec 04, 2023Send us a text
Rabbi Harry Rozenberg is the founder of Partners in Israel and is a direct descendant of one of the greatest Jewish sages of the last 2000 years. (The Vilna Gaon) As a teenager, Harry had a vivid vision about returning to Israel and owning a piece of the Holy Land. Harry's journey was met with numerous mystical miracles including partnerships with tribal leaders from Afghanistan and Ethiopia.
He is an outspoken advocate for Jews in Israel regardless of their identity or background with a desire to open people's eyes to the...
A Father of Soldiers: With Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Nov 19, 2023Send us a text
Rabbi Mordechai Becher, originally from Australia, is an instructor at Yeshiva University and alumni Rabbi of Neve Yerushalayim College. He received his ordination from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel and the Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem and holds an MA in Medieval Jewish History from the Bernard Revel Graduate School. He taught at Ohr Somayach and Neve Yerushalayim in Jerusalem and served in the Israel Defense Forces. Rabbi Becher has answered thousands of questions on AsktheRabbi.org, presents a Talmud class, Dimensions of the Daf, for the Jewish Broadcasting Service and was senior lecturer f...
Duration: 01:36:32With Eli Erenthal
Nov 12, 2023Send us a text
Sony sits down with Eli Erenthal a colleague and friend who has been in the trenches helping young adults struggling with addiction and other mental health issues. Eli is one of the founders of the Minyan Shelanu Drop-in Center in Lakewood NJ and is currently the Director of Operations at Our Village Sober Living home in Pomona NY.
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With Shmaya Honickman
Nov 04, 2023Send us a text
Meet Shmaya Honickman is the Program Coordinator of The Living Room as well as The Rockland County Area Leader. He has been working in the field of addiction for the last 8 years and got his start working with Sony at the very first Sober Living Facility he started, Arena.
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Duration: 01:34:08With Yossi Bensoussan
Oct 28, 2023Send us a text
Meet Yossi Bensoussan, a compassionate and knowledgeable guide on the journey of recovery and renewal. With decades of experience as a spiritual leader and Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), Yossi has dedicated his life to helping individuals find their path to healing and sobriety.
Yossi currently serves as the Mashgiach Ruchani at the Yeshiva High School of Cleveland, where he provides invaluable spiritual and emotional support to students. In addition to his work in education, he runs a thriving private practice, where he offers personalized counseling and support f...
What's Going on in Israel, with my sister Avigail Gimpel
Oct 24, 2023Send us a text
Israel is under attack and has declared war on Hamas. I am having a conversation with my sister Avigail Gimpel, who lives in Israel and has both her son and son in law fighting in the front lines. The main purpose of this conversation is to find out what's going on, and how we can help.
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With Rabbi Nechemia & Raizel Schusterman
Mar 24, 2023Send us a text
Rabbi Nechemia & Raizel Schusterman are Chabad Shluchim in Peabody, Massachusetts, where they serve the local Jewish community. In addition to their work as a Shluchim, they are proud parents of seven children Ka”h and takes great joy in raising their family.
Beyond their role as parents and shluchim, they have other passions that bring light and hope to this world. Raizel is a highly qualified positive psychology practitioner and life coach. With her training in positive psychology, she has helped many people to cultivate greater happiness, resilience, and well-being in the...
With David Mosberg
Feb 26, 2023Send us a text
David has spent over a decade working in the healthcare field.
He majored in business and marketing at Hofstra University and completed his course studies at Touro College. Following his college career, David became a representative for restaurant owners, transforming franchises into successful leaders in the industry. He then decided to transition into Healthcare as Chief Administrator & Principal of Hollis Women’s Center.
In 2015, his passion and personal long-term recovery story led him into the substance abuse treatment field, where he founded Starbent Recovery, an all-Women’s Recovery Residence in New...
Live With Menachem Poznanski
Feb 19, 2023Send us a text
The following episode was performed in front of a live audience at the Our Place annual staff conference.
Sony and Menachem discuss various topics and they also invite staff members to join them for short interviews.
Menachem Poznanski is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in substance abuse prevention, addiction treatment, and recovery support. Menachem is Director of The Living Room (TLR), a clubhouse program for Jewish young adults in recovery from addiction with branches in Brooklyn, Monsey, and The Five Towns as well as Hollywood, Fl. Menachem is...
With Alex Czertok
Feb 10, 2023Send us a text
This week Sony sits down with Alex Czertok
Alex Czertok started The Monsey Lighthouse along with his wife Bayla. The Lighthouse is a safe non judgemental space for over 70 girls from the wide Monsey area aged 15-23 years old. Alex works in the real estate field but has been engaged for over 20 years in outreach and inreach program for teens and young adults. The Lighthouse is the best.
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With Dov and Shevy Oliver
Feb 04, 2023Send us a text
Rabbi Dov Oliver, a native of Melbourne, Australia, assumed leadership of Hillel of Rockland in 2007. Thanks to his quirky sense of humor and caring approach, Rabbi Oliver is sought after by students of all affiliations for counseling, advice and friendship. As one of Birthright Israel’s most popular chaperones, he has led 26 trips. Rabbi Oliver studied for the rabbinate in Montreal and was ordained in Tzfat, Israel. He teaches in the Religious Studies department at Rockland Community College. When he’s not at RCC, he is either on the town golf course around the...
Duration: 01:24:58with Avigail Gimpel
Jan 29, 2023Send us a text
Avigail Gimpel, M.S., is a special educator, a family practitioner, and a mom of six children diagnosed with ADHD.
As her students struggled with ADHD symptoms and her own children were diagnosed with ADHD, she took a deep dive into the research (turning up unexpected results), studied and applied the best programs available, and developed many interventions of her own.
Avigail is the author of HyperHealing –The Empowered Parent’s Complete Guide to Raising a Healthy Child with ADHD Symptoms available on Amazon https://amzn.to/3RcJNqy
She a...
With Tali Yess
Jan 14, 2023Send us a text
Tali Yess is a new sensation, bursting onto the national stage of Jewish music to the great acclaim of music critics and audiences alike. His repertoire consists mostly of profound Jewish morals sung in English which is what makes his performances unique. In a rich soulful voice he captures the hearts of the audience taking them on a journey to a special place or time in the Jewish experience. His extraordinary talent should not surprise us since he is the son of Moshe Yess ob”m, a true musical legend, who created the no...
Duration: 01:32:42with Yosef Davis
Jan 07, 2023Send us a text
Yosef Davis is the Executive Director of TorahAnytime, the world's largest yeshiva without walls. He is a trained IDF combat soldier, financial services professional and has a culinary degree that he uses to make really good chulent. He loves living his best life and inspiring others to maximize their potential. Contact him at Yosef@torahanytime.com
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with Pinny Brecher LCSW CASAC
Dec 24, 2022Send us a text
Pinny Brecher LCSW CASAC is the executive clinical director and Co-founder of Daas Wellness Center a mental health facility in Monsey NY. Supervising over 30 therapists, Daas provides individual psycotherapy, school services, medication management, and group therapy. Mr Brecher earned his MSW in Long island University, he then worked in a child and family clinic in the Bronx where he saw clients and supervised a juvenile justice program in Bronx family court. Additionally Mr Brecher was the director of the substance abuse program at Bikur Cholim in Rockland County. With his empathetic approach and...
Duration: 01:10:05With Menachem Poznanski LCSW
Dec 18, 2022Send us a text
Menachem Poznanski is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the field of substance abuse prevention, addictions treatment, and recovery support. Menachem is Director of The Living Room (TLR), a clubhouse program for Jewish young adults in recovery from addiction with branches in Brooklyn, Monsey and The Five Towns as well as Hollywood, Fl. Menachem is Editor-in-chief of The Light Revealed, a social media content publisher serving the Jewish recovery community and is Executive Vice President of Genesis Treatment, a comprehensive and dynamic substance use disorder and trauma treatment facility in Jerusalem. Menachem...
Duration: 01:26:03with AJ Jacobowitz
Dec 03, 2022Send us a text
AJ Jacobowitz is the current clinical director ourplace teens, AJ is new to the social work community, having graduated recently. AJ grew up in Brooklyn and attended Orthodox yeshivos in Flatbush and Jerusalem. AJ graduated from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and is very passionate about his work with adolescents.
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With Ozer Babad
Nov 23, 2022Send us a text
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Renowned for his kindness and authenticity, Rabbi Babad has always harbored a passion for supporting and encouraging those who need it most.
Several years later, in 2010, Rabbi Babad opened his y...
Duration: 01:23:24With JJ Rieder
Nov 18, 2022Send us a text
JJ Rieder, LCSW graduated from Wurzweiler School of Social Work in 2006 and then completed his post-graduate training at The Ackerman Institute for the Family. JJ spent the early part of his social work career helping children and families through Ohel, JBFCS, Shalom Task Force, and other community mental health organizations in New York. He is currently in private practice in Howell NJ, and helps couples and families dealing with various challenges and dynamics. JJ lives in Edison NJ with his wife and kids and is focused on family and community matters.
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with Dr. Akiva Perlman
Nov 12, 2022Send us a text
Akiva Perlman, PhD., is an international speaker on topics of abuse, addiction, and trauma. He has educated several hundred frum social workers from our community and is currently serving as a professor at Wurzweiler School of Social work. Dr. Perlman is clinical director of ODA’s Wellness Institute, a clinic which serves the chasideshe community in Williamsburg. He maintains a small practice in Fresh Meadows where he resides with his Wife Tamar and children.
He is also my little brother and I just love hanging out with him and talking. I re...
With Shim Perlman
Nov 05, 2022Send us a text
Just a heads up, if you listen to this podcast for discussion around mental health and addiction then this episode may not be for you :). Me and my brother Shim just sat down and had a great time talking about all sorts of fun stuff. I hope you enjoy!
Shim Perlman, LMSW, is a licensed social worker who joined the Boys Our Place clinical team during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, focusing on providing one-on-one counseling during this difficult time.
In addition to his work at Our Place, S...
Duration: 01:16:01with Sholom Gutleizer
Oct 29, 2022Send us a text
Join me as I sit down with Sholom Gutleizer LMSW, CASAC-T , CCTP. Sholom was born in Crown Heights Brooklyn, NY. After going to yeshiva he attended Kingsborough Community College for his associates degree and then went on to graduate New York University with his Bachelor's and Masters in social work degrees. Sholom and his family live in Pomona, NY. He currently works as the Clinical Director of Our Village Sober Living, the program coordinator for Neshamos' Companion Network and as a private therapist.
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With Rabbi AY Weinberg
Sep 22, 2022Send us a text
Join me as I sit down with Rabbi A.Y. Weinberg. Rabbi A.Y. Weinberg's (A.Y.) work with Jewish youth spans over three decades. Prior to founding Project Extreme in 2001, A.Y. served as the Regional Director for the Greater Midwestern Region of National Conference of Synagogue Youth (NCSY) for over 19 years. During his tenure, A.Y. and his staff created and implemented hundreds of diverse programs for unaffiliated Jewish teenagers, with 1100 annual attendees. Programming included retreats, cross country trips, summer programs, weekend activities, Shabbat and daily prayer services, and mentoring programs.<...
Duration: 00:53:45with Rabbi Shaya "G-Money" Kohn
Sep 16, 2022Send us a text
Rabbi Shaya Kohn is the founder and director of Ahavas Chaim in Baltimore. Rabbi Kohn epitomizes the essence of the organization wiith his innate, genuine love for people that transcends reality. This exceptional character trait permeates every one of his actions and endeavors. Long before Ahavas Chaim’s formal incorporation in 2019, Rabbi Kohn provided a myriad of services and support for Baltimore’s Jewish teens and young adults.
For more information on Ahavas Chaim check out their website https://ahavaschaim.org/
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with Rabbi Dovid Charlop
Sep 11, 2022Send us a text
Rabbi Charlop has been teaching for the last 40 years. For the last 25 of those years Rabbi Charlop has been a Rebbi at Neveh in Telz Stone a yeshiva for young men that are struggling with different issues. Rabbi Charlop is a noted author, mechanech and marriage counselor. Most recently Rabbi Charlop has founded Genesis, a treatment center in Israel that deals with mental health issues and addiction treament.
To learn more about Genesis Treatment please visit their website at https://www.genesisisrael.com/
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with Rabbi Shmuel Skaist
Aug 14, 2022Send us a text
Join me as I sit down with my good friend Rabbi Shmuel Skaist.
Rabbi Shmuel Skaist studied at Yeshiva Sh’or Yoshuv, enjoying a close relationship with Rabbi Shlomo Friefeld z”tl. For the last 35 years, he has taught Torah and been involved in Kiruv across the US and Israel. Rabbi Skaist is also a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and has performed regularly in Greenwich Village, college campuses, and top venues from NY to LA for many years. He was the founder of Shabbat Tent, an effort dedicated to strengthening Jewish identity at Musi...
With Dr. Patricia "Trish" Attia
Aug 04, 2022Send us a text
Join me as I sit down with my mentor Dr. Trish Attia.
Patricia R. Attia, Phd., LCSW is the co-President of the board for Our Place. Her private practice
is located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. She is a Somatic IFS practitioner and trainer.
Prior to her work with the Orthodox community, she lectured and set up trauma and addiction
programs across the country. Her two favorite things are her grandchildren, Revi and Asher Lev.
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With Shmulie Brown
Jul 31, 2022Send us a text
Join me as I sit down with my good friend Shmulie Brown. Shmulie is a licensed therapist who resides in Passaic, NJ. He is the assistant coordinator of a clinical case management program servicing individuals in the forensic population who have major psychiatric disorders. He also sees youth and adolescents privately for therapy. Shmulie graduated from Touro College with a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Mental Health Counseling; he is also a certified alcohol and substance abuse professional, receiving credentialing from the Israel Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. Shmulie is one o...
Duration: 01:24:22With Shmuel Lam
Jul 24, 2022Send us a text
The tale of two soles colliding. Meet Shmuel a musician and clothing designer living in Jerusalem . I hope you enjoy!
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With Meir Kay
Jul 17, 2022Send us a text
Join me as I sit down with my good friend Meir Kay. Meir Kay is a filmmaker, public speaker and a social good activist best known for his social media content which has amassed over a billion views and impacting millions of people around the world. He is the author of a new children’s book called- A kids book about Optimism and is the host of The Great Day podcast - a podcasted devoted to breaking down stigmas. inspiration, motivation and mental health.
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