At age 10, Mordechai Dovid Waidenbaum’s life changed in an instant when he suffered a massive stroke during recess. In this moving episode, he shares how he went from paralysis and speech loss to becoming a respected yungerman, Gabbai, and husband—through faith, grit, and the love of family.

Mordechai Waidenbaum is a newly married man who grew up in Brooklyn, New York,. He currently studies in Kollel and is a beloved summer Rebbi. He lives with his wife Nechama in Monsey, New York. He is available for speaking engagements and can be contacted through the Jewish Adulting Podcast.

Rabbi Feldman and I discuss finding meaning in what could arguably be one of the most routine parts of the week: Shabbos. For many, it is unlikely we are tapping into all that Shabbos has to offer. Sure we know halacha, and we appreciate the restfullness of it, but is there more? You betcha there is. Listen as Rabbi Feldman shows us how and why.

Rabbi Akiva Feldman serves as the Rav of Congregation Ohel Yakov in Baltimore, Maryland, a historic synagogue established in 1875. He assumed this leadership role following the tenure of Rabbi Peretz Dinovitz, zt”l, bringing renewed energy and dedication to the congregation.

A distinguished alumnus of Yeshivas Ner Yisroel, Rabbi Feldman furthered his Torah studies at Yeshivas Mir in Eretz Yisrael and at Yeshivas Birchas Mordechai under Rabbi Yaakov Friedman, shlit”a. He received his rabbinic ordination (semicha) from Ner Yisroel.

In addition to his role at Ohel Yakov, Rabbi Feldman contributes to Jewish education in Baltimore by teaching Halacha at Bais Yaakov and Bnos Yisroel high schools.

Rabbi Feldman hails from a family with a rich rabbinic heritage. His paternal grandfather, Rabbi Emanuel Feldman, shlit”a, served as the rav of Congregation Beth Jacob in Atlanta, Georgia, for many decades. His uncle, Rabbi Ilan Feldman, currently leads Beth Jacob of Atlanta, and his great-uncle, Rabbi Aharon Feldman, shlit”a, is the Rosh HaYeshiva of Ner Yisroel in Baltimore.

His father, Mr. Jonathan Feldman, a musmach of Ner Yisroel, is well-known in Baltimore for his community advocacy and involvement. His mother, Mrs. Judi Feldman, is a shadchan who taught at the Beth Tfiloh school for many years.

Under Rabbi Feldman's leadership, Congregation Ohel Yakov has experienced significant growth, with initiatives aimed at enhancing Torah learning, community engagement, and chesed activities. His dedication to fostering a warm and inclusive environment continues to strengthen the congregation's bonds and spiritual growth. To be in touch with him email him at [email protected]

Shmuel Tzvi Adler grew up in Baltimore, where he spent nearly all of his high school and yeshiva years learning at Ner Yisroel. His father, a dedicated 10th-grade Rebbe at the yeshiva for decades, recently retired.

After yeshiva, Shmuel began his career in the food industry, first as a cook for a yeshiva. During that time, he married his amazing and talented wife, Nechama (née Eizik) from Monsey. He later worked in catering and eventually became a chef in a nursing home.

After about five years in the culinary field, Shmuel transitioned into healthcare administration, becoming a billing specialist at Centers Health Care, a large nursing home company, working from its corporate office in the Bronx.

While still working in the food industry, Shmuel and Nechama welcomed their son, Yehoshua. He was born four months early—at just 24 weeks gestation—marking the beginning of a profound and challenging journey. Shmuel shares this experience in his book, *Wings of Hope*, offering insight and inspiration drawn from their remarkable story.

List as Miriam Racquel Feldman tells us a part of her adventure chronicled in her book *God Said What?! #MyOrthodoxLife* This story is about her journey to Orthodox Judaism. Listen as she tells us about her initial motivation to try and rescue her college boyfriend David from a cult and how the tables turned.

Miriam Racquel (Meryl) Feldman transforms women's lives through somatic healing as an award-winning author, dating & marriage coach, and trauma/anxiety specialist. Her innovative somatic approaches have helped thousands of women heal relationships, resolve trauma, and rediscover their inner wisdom. As an international coach, keynote speaker, and podcast guest, she specializes in marriage transformation, painful relationship recovery, career clarity, and embodied healing. Miriam Racquel also offers marriage programs together with her husband Dovid Feldman, L.P.C., (DovidFeldman.com).

Author of the acclaimed memoir “God Said What?! #MyOrthodoxLife” and “Somatic Healing for the Modest Goddess.”

Transform your life at MiriamRacquel.com or YourMarriageMagic.com

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God Said What?! #MyOrthodoxLife: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737745402?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

Somatic Healing for the Modest Goddess https://a.co/d/1tNfddg

Hear Dr. Mimi Knoll's journey towards becoming a medical doctor and her creation and involvement in JOWMA as a way to mitigate and address the challenges unique to religious woman in the medical field and burnout prevention.

Dr Miriam “Mimi” Knoll is co-founder and CEO of JOWMA, Jewish Orthodox Women’s Medical Association. She is a practicing radiation oncologist and mom. You can find her on Twitter @MKnoll_MD and Instagram @Dr.Mimi.K. To learn more about JOWMA, visit JOWMA.org or email us at [email protected]. The JOWMA podcast is available on all major podcast platforms.

Sara Freed is a professional relationship and marriage coach based in Monsey, New York, with over a decade of experience helping couples strengthen their relationships. Combining the timeless wisdom of Judaism with her life experience and advanced training in evidence-based coaching modalities, Sara empowers couples to move from conflict to connection. Her compassionate, practical approach equips clients with the tools and skills to transform struggling relationships into thriving partnerships. Sara is passionate about helping couples foster more profound understanding, rebuild trust, and create lasting harmony in their marriages. Website- www.sarafreed.com

Rabbi Jonathan Rietti - a descendant of the Sephardic leader the Ben Ish Chai received his rabbinical ordination from Gateshead Yeshiva. He helped establish the Kollel in Gibraltar. He is a master educator and has developed an outstanding and unique curriculum for reaching the individual student in each classroom. He is also a Senior lecturer for Gateways.

Rabbi Rietti currently directs a teacher training program. His model classroom with hundreds of educational materials is used for training teachers how to reach different children in the classroom. It is literally an \'Al Pi Darko\' approach. For more about Rabbi Rietti please visit: Jewishinspiration.com

Simcha Greiniman, a 47-year-old husband, father of five, and grandfather of four, has dedicated over three decades to ZAKA, Israel’s premier volunteer emergency response and humanitarian aid organization. As the Deputy Commander of ZAKA Modi'in Illit, Simcha has played a crucial role in search and rescue missions, international disaster relief, and the sacred duty of kavod ha’met (respect for the deceased).

In addition to his volunteer work, Simcha is a skilled carpenter and designer, owning a furniture factory in Modi'in Illit, where he resides with his family. Despite the demands of his profession, he has remained steadfast in his ZAKA responsibilities, responding to emergencies in Israel and abroad.

Founded in 1995, ZAKA (Hebrew acronym for Disaster Victim Identification) has become Israel’s leading non-governmental rescue and recovery organization, with over 4,000 volunteers on call 24/7. Its volunteers, many of whom come from medical and emergency response backgrounds, work closely with security forces to respond to terrorist attacks, natural disasters, mass casualty incidents, and humanitarian crises worldwide.

ZAKA is recognized by the United Nations for its international humanitarian efforts, transcending religious, racial, and political boundaries. The organization operates with a dual mission: kavod ha’chayim (honoring the living) through search, rescue, and emergency medical aid, and kavod ha’met (honoring the dead) by ensuring proper Jewish burial for victims of unnatural death.

One of ZAKA’s most sacred duties is the collection of every drop of blood, bone, and tissue, in accordance with Jewish law, reflecting the belief that human life—and death—must be treated with the utmost respect.

In this episode of The Jewish Adulting Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed psychotherapist and dating coach Rosie Einhorn, co-author of the newly-released book Dating Smart – Navigating the Path to Marriage (Menucha Publishers). Along with her co-author Sherry Zimmerman a psychotherapist and former family lawyer, Rosie has dedicated her career to helping Jewish singles gain clarity, confidence, and emotional insight on the path to building a lasting marriage.

Together, Rosie and Sherry founded Sasson V’Simcha ([www.jewishdatingandmarriage.com](http://www.jewishdatingandmarriage.com)), a non-profit organization that offers programs and services across North America, Israel, and Europe for singles and those guiding them — including parents, mentors, coaches, and shadchanim.

In this candid and thought-provoking conversation, Rosie explores:

* The emotional blockages that often sabotage the dating process

* How modern societal expectations have seeped into the Jewish dating world

* Why knowing yourself is essential before knowing who’s right for you

* The difference between dating for fun and dating for tachlis

* What red flags to pay attention to — and which ones can be worked through

* How reframing unrealistic expectations can open the door to real connection

If you’re dating, mentoring, parenting, or just trying to better understand what healthy relationships look like in today’s Jewish world, this episode is a must-listen.

#JewishAdulting #DatingSmart #RosieEinhorn #SherryZimmerman #SassonVSimcha #MarriageMindset #JewishDating #EmotionalWellness #ShidduchSupport

I met Mimi David as a teenager in high school in Cincinnati, where she was a young kollel wife. She taught me how to drive, I babysat her kids, she sent me home with leftovers, andshe helped me transition after I graduated. Mimi David was born and bred in Far Rockaway, NY, and has chosen to make the Midwest her home for most of her married life. She has lived with her husband and family in St. Louis, Missouri, for almost 18 years. Mimi is the Director of Women's Education at Aish HaTorah of St. Louis, where she shares the beauty and relevance of Torah with incredible Jewish women. She is also a kallah teacher, teaching brides from all backgrounds and from all over the world. Mimi is a certified dating coach, helping singles date productively and with clarity. In between her busy schedule, Mimi teaches high school as well. Her favorite role of all is being a mom to 7 fabulous kids, 3 amazing in law children, and 4 delicious grandkids!

Listen as we discuss the challenge of keeping Taharas Hamispacha meaningful through the years, connecting to the mitzvah,, and connecting to our spouse.

Mimi can be reached for kallah classes at [email protected]

and 314-910-8136

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