How do you find your purpose when tragedy strikes?

In this episode, my guest co-host Ester Rosenberg and I sit down with Chana Irom, CEO of Sisters, an organization born in the aftermath of October 7th. Just days after Israel found itself in a terrifying new reality, Chana and several friends from the Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) community called a meeting to see how they could help.

What they created was simple yet astounding: a volunteer system where Haredi women support families with loved ones serving in the army. In only three days, they recruited 1,500 volunteers. Today, over 4,000 women help with cooking, cleaning, childcare—and sometimes most importantly, according to Chana, lending a listening and empathetic ear.

While these two groups of women come from different worlds, Chana's team shows no signs of slowing down, with plans extending far beyond the war's end.

Through initiatives like Sisters, Israel may slowly begin to mend its deepest divides—one helping hand at a time.

*To get in touch with Chana directly you can email her at [email protected] OR [email protected]

*Social media presence coming soon!

Do You Really Care About Israel?For most Jews today, the answer is a resounding yes. But beyond war and security, do we truly understand the challenges Israel faces and what’s at stake for its future? This isn’t about one group pushing a solution that serves its own interests—this is about addressing issues that impact every Jew, including those in the diaspora.This interview was different from any I’ve done before. What Eugene and Daniela Kandel are proposing may seem radical, unrealistic, or even off the mark given Israel’s current reality. But the truth is, securing Israel’s future isn’t just about defeating our enemies—it requires an honest look at the country’s social, economic, and political foundations.As a father-daughter team, the Kandels have dedicated themselves to assessing the core weaknesses in Israel’s government structure. Their response? The Israel Strategic Futures Institute, an organization offering concrete, actionable solutions to shift Israel’s trajectory toward long-term stability, prosperity, and resilience.Learn about why this cause is so important for Israeli and Diaspora Jewry alike and about how you can get involved with their efforts today at: https://www.israelstrategicfutures.org/en and https://www.linkedin.com/company/israelsfi/

The My Israel Narrative Achdut Series endeavors to sit down with individuals in the Jewish community who are tackling "practical achdut" - creating unity through real, tangible means.

Judaism is predicated on the idea of oneness—within ourselves, with G-d, and with each other. Achdut (unity) does not mean sameness. It does not mean abandoning my beliefs for yours. It means holding onto our individual and collective truths while striving to fulfill our shared mission of bringing light to the world.

Achdut is the only foolproof antidote. In our 5,000+ year history, every time we were divided, our enemies prevailed. But the moment we stood together, there was no room for their darkness.

It’s time to choose unity. It’s time to do different.

After a long hiatus and a bit of a delay on posting this epic episode, I am SO excited to share this conversation with Tonia Chazanow from  @Humanandholy , a podcast focused on Jewish women talking about Torah and the lived experience of our Judaism.

"I think our role is to be connected to our identity. Our identity is Israel. We are Israel. We are Am Yisrael... I think when you get more connected to your identity, you'll find the answers on your own." - Ysabella Elisheva Hazan

How does an Iranian refugee take her experience and use it for the greater good? Dr. Nazarian's story is nothing short of a miracle. Her perseverance is reflected not only in her succesfull medical practice, but as an Emmy nominated Netflix star, AND fierce advocate for the Jewish people and Israel.

Join me as I sit down with Ester, a good friend and one of the most knowledgeable (and passionate) people I know on all things Israel and Jewish history, as we dig deep on some of the “big” questions.

A little bit of a different kind of interview. I finally sat down with my dad to hear about his story as an Iranian immigrant to America during the time of the Iranian Revolution.

Aby Volcovich has spent the past 4 months on the front lines in Israel. Before Octoer 7th, he had just started a job with DiploAct, an organization that works strengthen Israsel's voice on the global stage. While serving in active duty, Aby hasn't taken off his "hasbara hat," sharing content from the field to help fight this tumultuous media war.

"Here’s some ancient prophecies. Some ancient writings. This is what is said would happen. Here’s a bunch of history, and then here’s some then and now photography based around those prophecies, and then you can decide whether you think this is that. But I’m just telling you nothing like this has ever happened before in history; specifically on this piece of land. And the prophets said this would happen. BUT, you can decide what you think is what.”  @doughersheyauthor7771