JM in the AM: Interviews

Nachum was joined by Elan Kornblum of "Great Kosher Restaurants" to discuss kosher dining during The Nine Days. They talked about some classic restaurants that continue to stand the test of time, some of the challenges and benefits of a limited Nine Days menu and how the NBA Finals benefited kosher restaurants. They also went through a list of restaurants that will be serving special Nine Days menus for everyone to enjoy.

Nachum interviewed Rabbi Josh Spodek , Director of the new Nefesh B'Nefesh Zionist Education Initiative (ZEI), about the initiative and their recent fellowship in Israel. They discussed the importance of training Jewish educators to inspire the next generation of Zionist learners. The interview delved into the curriculum, fellowship program, and impact on students' understanding of Israel and Zionism. Rabbi Spodek highlighted the immersive Israel summer intensive, ongoing mentorship, and pedagogical training provided to high school educators.

Nachum interviewed Eli Drabkin, General Manager of the ArtScroll App, about ArtScroll at 50 and their incredible $50,000+ giveaway going on now. Mazal tov to ArtScroll on 50 incredible years of making Torah accessible to the entire Jewish community!

Nachum Segal welcomed Rabbi Steven Pruzansky, Israel Region Vice President of the Coalition for Jewish Values, back to JM in the AM to get his perspective on the U.S.-Iran-Israel dynamics, President Trump's decisions, Iran's military capabilities, Turkey's role, and the challenges in Israel of Haredi military service. Notable topics included internal Israeli politics and the cultural differences between the diaspora and Israel.

Nachum welcomed author Goldy Krantz to this morning's JM in the AM to discuss here latest book on Jewish dating, "Been There, Dated That."

From Amazon:

Peek into the world of Orthodox Jewish dating! Goldy Krantz’s weekly dating column isn’t like your grandmother’s advice column. Goldy writes about the highs and lows of blind “shidduch” dating in the Orthodox dating world. She publishes letters from readers that need to vent their frustrations about the dating system or need advice about a specific dating issue they’re having.

Goldy writes and responds like a good friend would. She tells it like it is. She was set up on dates for over a decade, just to find her husband had been in plain sight most of the time. She thought she’d seen and experienced it all, until she read some of the emails she received. As you read through a collection of her articles and how she connects with readers, you’ll come to understand that it doesn’t matter what age, religion, or ethnicity you are; we all share the common bond of bad dates.

What does everyone need at the end of a bad date? A good laugh! Laugh along with Goldy and her readers as they recount their bad dates or seek advice. Wouldn’t it be nice to know that others are having the same hard time as you? Goldy’s goal is to get singles out of a depressive dating funk and to be able to smile and laugh again. They should remember that God hasn’t forgotten about them, and they are one date closer to meeting their “zivug,” or soulmate.

Nachum welcomed Herzl aficionado David Matlow back to JM in the AM to discuss "#herzl100," David's social media countdown series featuring the 100 greatest items from his vast collection of Herzl memorabilia, the largest private collection in the world. Nachum and David discussed the importance of educating about Zionism, Herzl's impact on combating anti-Semitism, the value of historical artifacts and more.

Nachum welcomed Phil Rosen, Chairman Emeritus of Likud USA and Chairman of the World Jewish Congress, back to JM in the AM to discuss the current US-Israel relationship and the impact of President Trump's policies. Key insights included the significance of US support in eliminating threats to Israel and the long-term perspective on the relationship. Notable stories included Phil's visit to an Air Force base and the close military cooperation between the US and Israel.