JM in the AM: Interviews

Nachum interviewed Reb Judah Mischel, Executive Director of Camp HASC, live via telephone from the camp as this year's summer program has begun. They discussed camp activities, special guests, and educational initiatives. Key insights included the impact of the program on campers and the importance of community support.

Nachum welcomed Rabbi Dr. David Hertzberg, Director of The Yeshivah of Flatbush William S. Levine Family Shoah Institute and host of NSN's Israel @ 78 program to this morning's JM in the AM to preview this week's edition of the program that will focus on the 50th anniversary of the Entebbe miracle. The main topics covered include the historical background of Entebbe, the political implications, and the heroism of Yoni Netanyahu, the meticulous planning and execution of the rescue mission, as well as the unity it inspired in Israel. Notable stories included the involvement of the Air France crew and the impact of the operation on Israeli society.

Nachum hosted Tani Guterman for the debut of his new album "Catharsis: The Rhythm of Freedom" and to discuss the latest edition of Tani's Find Fivel series "Find Fivel! Around Town." They played and discussed some of the great new songs and Tani shared insights on creating music that is cathartic and meaningful, as well as the visual and educational aspects of his book series.

Nachum interviewed Tzvi Yonie Itzkowitz, son of recently murdered Albert "Avrumie" Itzkowitz, ob"m, about his father, the on-going investigation and more.

Its been over a month since 75-year-old Orthodox Jewish baker and mashgiach Albert ‘Avrumie’ Itzkowitz was shot and killed while sitting in a quiet park adjacent to the home of Queens' largest Orthodox Jewish community.  

With investigators light on leads, Avrumie’s family and community continue to grapple with his sudden and violent death while asking a critical question: in a city that saw a 70 percent increase in antisemitic hate crimes in May 2026, was this attack motivated by that same hate?

Nachum interviewed Dr. Robert Goldschmidt, Vice President of Touro University and Dean of their flagship campus, Lander College of Arts & Sciences in Brooklyn, on this morning's JM in the AM. They covered a number of topics including: why a college education is still a path to career success, what Touro offers today’s students in terms of cutting edge academic programs, career prep, frum-friendly environment and more.

Nachum interviewed Rabbi Baruch Fogel, campus rabbi at Touro University’s medical and dental schools, on this morning's JM in the AM. With graduations galore this month and alumni entering the next stage of their professional lives, Rabbi Fogel joined Nachum to talk about the Jewish community on campus, including Shabbat observance and residency options for students, the academic experience, including the state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and the exciting careers in store for Touro students in the medical and dental fields.

Nachum interviewed Menachem Poznanski, LCSW, Director of Our Place/The Living Room (TLR), about their important work and current Charidy Campaign. They discussed the organization's mission to support Jewish teens and young adults facing challenges with addiction and mental health with an emphasis on building a new lifestyle for long-term recovery.

Nachum Segal was joined in the studio by world renowned sommelier Jay Buchsbaum, Vice President of Wine Education for the Kedem/Royal Wine Corp., with Roy Harel and winemaker Or Nadbach of Israel's Tabor Winery. They discussed Tabor's unique approach to winemaking, Tabor's new Artisanal series and more.