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Rachel Goldberg-Polin on Faith, Grief, and Meaning After Hersh’s Captivity | From the Inside Out

Hosts Rivkah Krinsky and Eda Schottenstein interview educator and author Rachel Goldberg-Polin about her book When We See You Again, her family’s life in Jerusalem, and the loss of her son Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was taken hostage from the Nova Music Festival on October 7 and later murdered after 328 days in captivity. Rachel recounts her path into Orthodox Jewish life starting in eighth grade at an Orthodox day school, describes how tefillah and Torah have sustained her, and shares how Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning—relayed to her through released hostage Or Levy—became a tool for enduring suffering by finding purpose. She discusses Modeh Ani, trust in Hashem amid uncertainty, grief as an expression of love, “toxic positivity” versus “tragic optimism,” and verses and teachings that frame this world as a hallway to the next.

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Shefa Living is a warm, growing Jewish community nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina — offering families the rare combination of natural beauty, affordable living, and authentic Torah life, all in one place. At the heart of the community is Yeshiva of Glade Valley, a school built on the understanding that every child is created with a unique soul, unique strengths, and unique needs. With small classrooms, close rebbe and morah relationships, strong Torah values, and a deep focus on emotional balance, confidence, and creativity, it's a place where children can truly feel seen — and where families can breathe a little deeper. Learn more here: https://yeshivagv.com/

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Rachel Goldberg-Polin

Rachel Goldberg-Polin is an educator, mother, and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller When We See You Again. Born in Chicago and now based in Jerusalem with her husband Jon and their daughters, Rachel became a voice that moved millions during the 328 days her son Hersh was held hostage in Gaza after being taken from the Nova Music Festival on October 7th. Hersh was murdered in captivity alongside five other hostages. Through her writing and speaking, Rachel continues to share the rare wisdom, faith, and tragic optimism she has carried through unimaginable loss — opening up something in the souls of everyone she touches.

You can find Rachel’s new book here: https://a.co/d/0hhTa1wK 

CHAPTERS

00:00 Meet Rachel Goldberg-Polin

01:59 Tzedakah and Opening Blessing

02:59 Choosing Torah and Mitzvot

06:01 First Day at Orthodox School

09:13 Learning Shabbat and Davening

11:51 Always Learning Jewish Wisdom

13:17 Hersh and Frankl in Captivity

20:16 Sponsor Break OkClarity

21:37 Trusting Hashem Without Answers

26:38 Modeh Ani After October 7

34:56 Broken Heart and Kintsugi

39:57 Living With Loss and Telling Truth

42:58 Book Not a Memoir

43:37 Hallway to Next World

46:11 Living Without Answers

46:57 Nova Festival Chesed

48:43 One Act of Kindness

52:26 Love Stronger Than Death

54:58 Finding Joy After Loss

59:13 Broken but Still Me

01:02:33 Toxic Positivity Antidote

01:04:55 Hashem Gives and Takes

01:07:14 Thank God I Believe

01:07:59 God Doesnt Ask Us

01:12:13 Closing Quotes and Blessings

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Sefirar HaOmer as a Path of Alignment, Growth, and Relationship

In this episode of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda, we interview  Rivkah Mazal Tauber, recommended by Rivky Kaplan, who co-created a Sefira journal. 

Rivka, who describes starting an Omer WhatsApp group that transformed her and explains Sefirat HaOmer as a step-by-step journey from Egypt to Matan Torah. She unpacks “Omer” (manna measure, barley offering, forgotten sheaf for the needy) as receiving from God, returning to God, and giving to others, and defines “Sefirah” as counting, story, and shining, framing the Sefirot as divine vessels and soul powers. Using building a business, she maps Keter through Malchut and applies the framework to relationships, procrastination, balancing effort with surrender, and the 49-day count leading to an uncountable 50th, emphasizing that simply counting fulfills the mitzvah and that God meets us in our humanity.

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Rivka Mazal Tauber

Rivka Mazal Tauber is an experienced educator, skilled writer, and team leader based in Yerushalayim, with a passion for connecting people to ideas and experiences that awaken the soul. She teaches at Mayanot and has a particular gift for making the mystical tangible — most recently through her Sefirat HaOmer journey, which began as a

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Dr. Edith Eger: Holocaust Survivor on Choice, Freedom, and Healing From the Inside Out

In this episode of From The Inside Out with Rivkah Krinsky & Eda Schottenstein, we're re-releasing an early, cherished interview after Dr. Edith Eger’s death, honoring the Auschwitz survivor, psychoanalyst, and author of The Choice, who taught that while we can’t control circumstances, we can choose our response. Eger recounts liberation after being left for dead, the loss of her parents and first love, guilt about her mother’s death, and how returning to Auschwitz helped her forgive herself. She discusses Viktor Frankl’s influence, finding purpose, sharing rather than hoarding, and distinguishing distress from stress. Eger offers guidance on self-love as self-care, expression as an antidote to depression, revisiting trauma, responding instead of reacting, compassionate listening with children, and building relationships through responsibility, growth, and hope, insisting hate keeps us imprisoned and that love is shown through actions.

00:00 Tribute to Edith
02:11 Meeting Edith Again
02:30 Liberation and Legacy
03:53 Frankl and Purpose
05:19 Dancing to Survive
05:54 First Love Lost
07:27 Rescued from Death
08:10 Joy and Growth Mindset
11:35 Guilt and Forgiveness
12:17 Faith and Sharing Bread
14:57 Have Tos and Hope
17:30 New Books and Recipes
19:24 Wisdom and Self Love
21:02 Secrets and Expression
21:46 Kind Words Only
22:48 Choices After Trauma
23:40 Speak Your Truth
24:55 Evolving Beyond Fear
27:08 Mind Freedom in Auschwitz
29:57 Forgiveness and Freedom
31:06 Validate Feelings at Home
34:45 Marriage Lessons Twice
37:41 Respond Don’t React
39:45 Legacy and Final Yeses

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Welcome to a new season of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda! 
In this time focused on turning inspiration into action during the 49 days from Pesach to Shavuot, we welcome Rabbi Dr. Laibl Wolf. Wolf, a Melbourne-based spiritual teacher blending Chassidus/Kabbalah with psychology, shares his journey from law studies to becoming the first Chabad emissary at the University of Wisconsin in 1969, and later returning to Melbourne at the Rebbe’s directive. He explains the Omer as a yearly “spiral” of spiritual energy for sequential introspection, contemplation, improvement, and change through 49 emotional “shades” of the sefirot, describing how mind guides emotion, how tools can be used by the godly or animal soul, and offering practical examples on balancing chessed and gevurah, managing impulsivity and anger, cultivating positivity (Tracht Gut; Gam Zu Letovah), and Emunah vs. Bitachon, concluding with a guided Modeh Ani meditation.

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If you’ve been craving more space, more calm, and more community, Mountain View by Shefa Living is a master-planned Frum community in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, designed for families who want a slower, more connected pace of life. As shared in the episode, the vision includes community infrastructure like a shul, mikvah, women’s wellness center, and a K–12 yeshiva—all built around wholesome, joyful Torah living. Learn more (and explore whether it’s a fit for your family) at ShefaLiving.com. 

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Rabbi Laibl Wolf

Rabbi Laibl Wolf is a world-renowned spiritual teacher, author, and counselor who has spent over five decades translating the wisdom of Kabbalah and Chassidus into practical tools for modern living. Personally directed by the Lubavitcher Rebbe in 1969 to pioneer Chabad outreach on American college campuses, Rabbi Wolf is now based in Melbourne, Australia, where he serves as a global lecturer, meditation teacher, and mashpia. Through his daily Tanya and Chitas classes, guided meditations, and worldwide speaking engagements, he helps people cultivate emotional mastery, Emunah, and Bitachon through the map of the Sefirot.

Find more resources and tools at: laiblwolf.com 

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

05:25 Rabbi Wolf Journey

07:39 Campus Shlichus 1969

11:05 Omer Spiritual Spiral

13:13 49 Emotions Map

17:55 One Emotion At Time

22:38 Souls And Sefirot

24:54 Chessed Misused

27:58 Practice Into Instinct

30:06 Sponsor Break

30:55 Morning Preparation

32:54 Tanya Meditation Tool

35:10 From Mind To Action

41:26 Slowing Impulses

45:02 Anger Is Manufactured

49:49 Chassidus Vs Empty Mind

51:45 Healing And Positivity

56:30 Mind Body Connection

57:37 Cell Stress Explained

01:00:11 Sponsor Mountain View

01:01:19 Choosing Positive Outlook

01:05:35 Thoughts Affect Others

01:08:32 Emunah Versus Bitachon

01:15:50 Commitment Beyond Logic

01:21:37 Love Commitment Practice

01:27:46 Sefiro

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Finding Inner Freedom on Pesach: Rabbi YY Jacobson on Shame, Surrender & Redemptive Consciousness

This episode is dedicated in memory of Rivkah’s grandfather Mr. Max New, OB"M.

In this episode of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda, we welcome Rabbi YY Jacobson to discuss why many people lack inner freedom even in good external conditions, emphasizing that freedom requires disciplined inner work: noticing one’s “Egypt,” pausing before reacting, cultivating curiosity, prayer, support systems, and being truly seen. Jacobson explores destructive vs. holy shame, Tanya’s model of distinguishing animal and divine consciousness, surrendering control to God without surrendering to abuse, and experiencing embodied oneness as redemptive consciousness. He also contrasts revealed and hidden miracles (Pesach vs. Purim), reflects on current events and collective resilience, and highlights softening the heart, authenticity, and non-transactional relationships.

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Shefa Living
If you’ve been craving more space, more calm, and more community, Mountain View by Shefa Living is a master-planned Frum community in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, designed for families who want a slower, more connected pace of life. As shared in the episode, the vision includes community infrastructure like a shul, mikvah, women’s wellness center, and a K–12 yeshiva—all built around wholesome, joyful Torah living. Learn more (and explore whether it’s a fit for your family) at ShefaLiving.com. 

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Rabbi YY Jacobson 

Rabbi YY Jacobson is a Brooklyn-born rabbi, lecturer, and teacher known for making Torah, Chassidus, and Jewish psychology deeply accessible and emotionally resonant. He is the founder of TheYeshiva.net and has spent decades teaching in communities, schools, and universities around the world. He is especially known for his classes on the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s teachings, Tanya, relationships, emotional healing, and personal growth. 

You can find Rabbi YY’s classes and hear more of his wisdom here: https://www.theyeshiva.net/ 

CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome, Dedication, and Pesach Presence

06:17 Introducing Rabbi YY Jacobson

09:06 What True Freedom Really Means

17:30 Shame, Awe, and Understanding Your Inner Egypt

20:32 Tanya, Two Souls, and the Freedom to

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Dr. John Delony on Anxiety, Marriage, and Turning Insight into Action

In this episode of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda, we  welcome Dr. John Delony to discuss how lasting change requires action, not just insight. Delony connects his approach to lessons from his father, a homicide detective and hostage negotiator who moved toward crisis, and his mother, who began college at 42 and earned a PhD at 57. He argues anxiety is an internal alarm system and that money, anger, and relationship problems often signal deeper issues beneath surface labels. Delony critiques cultural narratives that prioritize feelings and overload romantic partners amid widespread loneliness, urging couples to build friendship, service, and practical “repair” strategies. He recommends choosing reality through honest inventories, building trusted connections (including “outsourcing” perspective to reliable people), and prioritizing health, sleep, and faith. The episode includes sponsorship messages for Colel Chabad’s Pushka app and Shefa Living’s Mountain View community.

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Colel Chabad 

Colel Chabad is one of Israel’s oldest continuously operating charities, supporting families with food security, widows & orphans, and emergency relief.  

This episode is powered by their Pushka (Charity Box) App, which makes it easy to turn inspiration into action with simple daily giving—small “micro-donations” that add up to real impact over time. To join thousands of daily givers, download the Pushka App on iOS or Android and start giving today: https://pushkapp.cc/Inside 

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Shefa Living

If you’ve been craving more space, more calm, and more community, Mountain View by Shefa Living is a master-planned Frum community in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, designed for families who want a slower, more connected pace of life. As shared in the episode, the vision includes community infrastructure like a shul, mikvah, women’s wellness center, and a K–12 yeshiva—all built around wholesome, joyful Torah living. Learn more (and explore whether it’s a fit for your family) at ShefaLiving.com. 

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Dr. John Delony

Dr. John Delony is a bestselling author, mental health expert, and one of today’s most trusted voices on anxiety, emotional wellness, and marriage. Known for his blend of clinical depth and straight-talk clarity, he helps people understand anxiety as an internal alarm system—and teaches practical, relationship-saving tools for building emotional safety, connection, and real change. In this conversation, Dr. Delony brings both wisdom and humility as we unpack the patterns underneath stress and conflict, and what it actually looks like to stop outsourcing our emotions and start showing up with intention in our closest relationships.

You can find John and hear more of his wisdom here: https://www.instagram.com/johndelony

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro 

00:04 Meet Dr. John Delony + sponsor shoutouts

00:05 John’s backstory: SWAT dad, PhD mom, and the lessons that shaped him

00:09 Anxiety isn’t the problem — it’s the alarm

00:12 Marriage shift: stop making everything mean “you don’t love me”

00:15 Loneliness + why marriage is carrying too much weight today

00:20 Choose reality: the yellow-pad inventory (money, health, relationships)

00:23 Self-actualization vs service: what a strong marriage actually needs

00:31 “Need” vs “Want” — the word that changes conflict

00:35 Expectations + “how do you want this

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Self-Mastery in Real Life: Regulation, Trust, and the Shift from Control to Connection

In this episode of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda, we sit down with Velvel & Chyena Friedman for a powerful conversation on what real success looks like when it’s built on faith, family, and unshakable values. Velvel shares his unconventional journey—from a full-time yeshiva education and Rabbinical ordination to scoring a perfect 180 on the LSAT and stepping into high-stakes litigation—plus how Torah learning shaped his mindset, discipline, and clarity. Chyena opens up about the dignity and joy she finds in being the foundation of the home, and how the right partnership can elevate every area of life. Together, we discuss Shabbos as a “forced gift” of rest, navigating pressure without losing priorities, staying professional with strong boundaries, and why in marriage you’re not meant to argue to win—you’re meant to build a life as one team. 

What makes this conversation so powerful is that it’s not just about success—it’s about what success is built on. Throughout the episode, Velvel and Chyena show what it looks like to be led by a guiding principle, even when life is demanding. The episode closes with their mantra, “Ein od milvado”—a grounding reminder that everything is in Hashem’s hands. No matter what season you’re in, you’ll walk away with something practical, uplifting, and real.

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Velvel Freedman

Velvel Freedman is a high-stakes litigator and partner at Freedman Normand Friedland LLP. Raised in a secular-turned-observant home in West Palm Beach, he attended yeshiva and earned smicha before attending Columbia Law School. He credits years of Gemara study with sharpening his discipline, analytical rigor, and “zitsfleish”—the ability to sit, focus, and do the work—qualities he now brings to complex commercial disputes and high-pressure courtroom advocacy.

Chyena Freedman
Chyena Freedman brings a values-first lens to marriage, family life, and what success really means. With warmth and clarity, she shares how she and Velvel build a strong home culture, stay aligned on priorities, and keep faith at the center—even in the midst of a demanding career and a full family life

CHAPTERS
00:00 Smicha to Columbia: Velvel’s Unlikely Path

01:22 Meet Velvel & Chyena: Redefining “Success”

10:43 Baal Teshuva Roots + Becoming “Velvel”

16:47 Torah Mind → Lawyer Mind: LSAT, Law School + The Pivot

29:23 Power Couple Dynamics: Marriage Roles + Building the Home

35:04 Leaving Trial for Shabbos: Viral Kiddush Hashem Moment

37:53 Shabbos Reset: Disconnecting, Pressure + Perspective

44:07 How High-Stakes Litigation Actually Works (Prep + Strategy)

48:12 Wild Courtroom Stories: Bitcoin Claim, Metadata + Big Stakes

01:02:46 Jewish Identity in Court: Kippah, Antisemitism + Emunah

01:14:54 Family, Fulfillment + Work-Life Balance (No Comparison)

01:52:40 Closing: “Ein Od Milvado” — Everything in Hashem’s Hands

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Self-Mastery in Real Life: Regulation, Trust, and the Shift from Control to Connection

In this episode on From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda,, we discuss the complex journey of self-healing with Devori Nussbaum, a multifaceted therapist with expertise in Chinese Medicine, nutrition, psychology, psychotherapy, and Chassidus. Devori shares personal insights from her transformation journey and explores the intersection of emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. She emphasizes the significance of the brain-body connection and offers practical advice on how to achieve alignment and coherence through breathwork, emotional awareness, and mental clarity. Devori's retreats, designed to help women find their inner light, and her upcoming book on feminine energy further underscore the depth of this enlightening conversation.

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Today’s episode is sponsored in honor of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, and we’re inviting you to partner in her living legacy through Keren Hachomesh—the tzedakah fund established by the Rebbe immediately after her passing to uplift and protect Jewish women and girls around the world. 

Keren Hachomesh supports vital needs with extraordinary dignity: mikvaot, hachnasas kallah, educational opportunities, and discreet grants for families and single-parent households—so women can stand tall through life’s most vulnerable moments. 

Please take a moment to give back: your donation becomes real relief, strength, and dignity for women and couples who need it right now. 

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Devori Nussbaum is a psychotherapist, educator, and retreat leader whose work bridges deep Torah wisdom—especially Tanya—with modern psychology, somatic healing, and nervous system regulation. With training across multiple disciplines (including psychotherapy, nutrition, and holistic healing modalities), Devori is known for translating big spiritual concepts into practical, repeatable tools—how to move from control into connection, how to regulate the body so the mind can lead, and how to live with more wholeness in the middle of real life. She’s the author of To Live With an Open Heart (five years in the making), and the creator of the Spice of Life Retreats—named in honor of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka—where women experience what Devori teaches: embodied trust, emotional coherence, and a return to joy that feels both grounded and attainable.

You can find Devori’s work here: https://www.devorinussbaum.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/devori_nussbaum/?hl=en

CHAPTERS
00:00 Highlights

01:33 Honoring Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka

04:09 Introducing Devori Nussbaum

06:40 The Power of Presence and Connection

15:16 The Brain-Body Connection

19:19 The Role of Breath in Emotional Regulation

44:44 Breathing Techniques for Emotional Regulation and Rewiring the Nervous System

46:19 Understanding the Comfort Zones And The Fear of Change 

55:59 The Cost of Change and Letting Go of Victimhood

01:09:54 Mind-Body Connection in Healing

01:18:33 The Intersection of Psychology and Tanya

01:20:44 The Fragmentation in Healing Practices

01:25:39 The Spice of Life Retreats

01:30:43 The Feminine Process of Coherence

01:40:05 Trust and the Body-Mind Connection

01:51:23 The Journey of Trust and Surrender

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The Journey of the Skin Savant: Amy Peterson on Beauty Inside and Out

In this episode of From The Inside Out with Rivkah & Eda, we sit down with Amy Peterson, dubbed the 'Skin Savant,' to discuss her incredible journey in the world of skincare. From her early days in a small office to launching a successful practice and skincare line, Amy shares insights on her passion for skincare, spurred by her own personal experience with severe scarring from a traumatic accident. We explore the balance between embracing aging and using modern skincare technologies artfully, the importance of intention and trust in aesthetic treatments, and the power of investing in oneself. Despite the superficial nature of the industry, Amy emphasizes a holistic approach to beauty, valuing both internal and external wellbeing. She also shares her thoughts on how to avoid the pitfalls of overdoing aesthetic treatments and stresses the significance of authenticity and client care in her practice.

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GUEST BIO
Amy Peterson—aka The Skin Savant—is the founder of Skincare by Amy Peterson and her skincare line Lennox & 16th. After surviving a serious accident at 18 that left her with significant scarring, Amy turned her healing journey into a life’s work: helping people feel confident in their skin with a thoughtful, clinical, and deeply human approach. She’s known for blending skincare, devices, and injectables with integrity—always prioritizing natural-looking results, trust, and “the next right thing.”

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CHAPTERS
00:00: Introduction

02:09:  Meet Amy Peterson “The Skin Savant” + Her Origin Story

07:23:  Vitality vs Youth: Embracing Age While Using Modern Tools

09:34: Botox, Fillers, Lasers: The “Orchestra” Approach (and What’s Misunderstood)

14:34: Ethics, Trust & “Undetectable Work” (Why Great Results Don’t Look Done)

35:30:  Budget, Value & Choosing What’s Worth It (Without Getting Sold To)

37:47:  Aging, Self-Perception & The Shame/Stigma Around Beauty Treatments

46:44: How Amy Chooses Treatments + What’s Trend vs What’s Truth

57:23: Building a Life + Business: Kids, Presence, and Seasons

01:08:50: Building a Team + Launching Lennox & 16th

01:24:54: Parting Philosophy/Quote

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Mission to Marriage: Finding Love with Intent and Persistence

In this episode of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah & Eda, we bring you Ira Ziff, the president of Precision Research Group, and Robyn Barsky, an executive recruiter and career coach, sharing their unique love story. We hear how Ira systematically approached finding a bride, employing his executive search skills and team resources. Despite a rocky first date, Ira and Robyn’s journey underscores the importance of persistence, open-mindedness, and focusing on deeper values over surface-level attributes. The episode also discusses strategies for successful dating and career advancement, emphasizing the role of mentors, the importance of respect in relationships, and the value of taking proactive steps to achieve personal goals. Additionally, the hosts reflect on the wisdom gained from past guests and express gratitude for community support and feedback.

This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Rabbi Mordechai Shmuel Antal, of blessed memory. May his neshama have an aliyah.

Huge shoutout to Rivkah’s sister, Chana Herzog, on the release of her beautiful new children’s book My Inner Spark: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Jewish Spirit—a heartfelt story about “big feelings,” inner courage, and timeless Jewish values, told through stories of wise and resilient Jewish women that help kids build confidence and hope. Discover the book and purchase here: https://www.innerspark.world/

And if you’re already dreaming of Pesach, Kosher Travelers is hosting an unforgettable Pesach 2026 program in Rhodes, Greece, with inspiring davening/learning, kids + teen programming, and multiple Seder styles (private, semi-private, communal). Rivkah will be there as a matchmaker—and Kosher Travelers has been sharing a special offer of 12 nights for the price of 10 (mention Rivkah’s name when you inquire/book)! https://koshertravelers.com/pesach-2026-the-5-elysium-resort-spa-hotel-rhodes-greek-isles/

GUEST BIO

IRA ZIFF

Ira Ziff is President of Precision Research Group (PRG), a boutique executive search firm known for high-stakes, time-sensitive placements. He also coaches job seekers on strategy, resumes, LinkedIn, interviews, and negotiation. B.S., George Washington University.

ROBYN BARSKY
Robyn Barsky is an executive recruiter and career coach with leadership experience across corporate and nonprofit roles, including Jewish Funders Network, Sara Lee’s Olympic partnership, World Cup USA, and the Women’s Sports Foundation. She co-chairs the Boca Beach Chabad Jewish Center Advisory Board. B.S., St. John’s University; MBA, George Washington University.

TOGETHER
Introduced by a matchmaker in 2003 and married in 2004, Robyn and Ira have helped many navigate career transitions through their community work. Now based in Boca Raton, they’re active at Boca Beach Chabad and are grandparents of 11.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

07:26 The Matchmaking Journey

19:09 The First Date Disaster

21:21 The Second Chance

26:52 Finding Common Ground

36:01 Advice for Singles and Career Seekers

51:06 The Reality of Job Satisfaction

51:47 Navigating Career Changes

53:48 Proactive Job Hunting Strategies

56:31 Empowerment in the Workplace

59:34 Balancing Career and Personal Life

01:01:57 The Right Time to Start Dating

01:03:51 Challenges of Modern Dating

01:21:40 The Importance of Respect in Relationships

01:28:50 Overcoming Relationship Challenges

01:34:03 Final Thoughts and Quotes

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