Orange Socks Podcast Exploring Jewish Art and Creativity with Yitzchok Moully

Shlome J Hayun, a multidisciplinary artist with roots in pop art, abstract art, and Judaica, joins Orange Socks to share his creative journey. From his earliest experiments with oil paints to becoming a globally recognized artist, Shlomi reflects on the challenges and triumphs of navigating the art world as a proud Jew. He delves into the transformative power of faith, his leap from a corporate career to full-time artistry, and how his Judaism informs both his work and approach to life.

Shlomi also discusses the rising demand for Jewish art in the wake of October 7th and the role of art in fostering connection, healing, and Jewish pride. This episode is a vibrant exploration of creativity, resilience, and the mission to inspire others through meaningful art.

More about Shlome:https://www.instagram.com/shlome.art/

https://www.instagram.com/shlome.judaica/

https://www.instagram.com/mtle.studios/

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Hendel Futerfas, a Melbourne-based artist, joins Orange Socks to talk about his journey as a creative and how his Jewish identity shapes his work. Handel shares stories about his namesake’s legacy, his great uncle; Hendel Lieberman, the legendary chassidic artist, his early experiences in the art world, and how his connection to Chasidus inspires his creative process. He reflects on the challenges of balancing personal expression with community expectations and what it’s like to bring Jewish themes into art in subtle yet meaningful ways.

More about Hendel:

https://www.instagram.com/sculptureby_hendel/

https://www.instagram.com/paintingby_hendel/

https://www.hendelfuterfas.com/

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Miriam Leah (Droz) Gamliel shares her journey as a performer, educator, and advocate for Jewish women in the arts. As the founder of ATARA (Alliance for Torah and the Arts), Miriam Leah discusses her mission to provide a platform for Orthodox women to explore and express their creativity while staying true to their Jewish values. She reflects on her own experiences in musical theater and how her journey led her to create a supportive community for young Jewish creatives.

Miriam Leah emphasizes the importance of nurturing creativity in youth, highlighting how the arts can be a powerful tool for self-expression, education, and spiritual growth. Through ATARA, she empowers young artists to pursue their passions while connecting deeply with their Jewish identity. This episode is an exploration of the value of creativity in shaping the next generation and fostering a vibrant, meaningful connection to Jewish tradition.

More about Miriam Leah:

https://www.artsandtorah.org/miriamleah/

More about ATARA, the Arts & Torah Association:

ATARA is a collective for observant artists focused on promoting and fostering arts expression aligned with Torah values. 

 artsandtorah.org

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Marc Lumer, a seasoned animator and children’s book illustrator, shares his journey in the creative world. With years of experience bringing characters and stories to life, Marc reflects on how his background and Jewish identity led him to projects that explore meaningful themes. His latest endeavor, however, carries a special significance—a collaboration with Mindy Blumenfeld on a story inspired by her son’s journey through profound challenges. In the second part of the episode, Mindy, the mother of the child in the story, shares her personal perspective on how her son’s resilience through challenges shaped the book. Together, they reveal how the project has become a tribute to courage, hope, and the power of storytelling to connect and heal.

About Marc http://marclumer.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@marclumerproductions

https://www.instagram.com/marclumer/

About Mindy:https://mindyblumenfeld.com/publications/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-blumenfeld-lcsw-a8067583/

https://www.instagram.com/mindy_blumenfeld_lcsw

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Rabbi Yossi Paltiel explores Torah and Chassidus sharing their profound perspective on creativity. Known for his wide knowledge and lessons on Chassidus, Rabbi Paltiel explores how art can be a powerful way to connect with God and impact the world around us. Together with Yitzchok Moully, they discuss the balance between staying true to Jewish values and embracing creative freedom, the role of imagination in spirituality, and what it means to be a Jewish artist today. With a focus on bringing the wisdom of Chassidus into the art world, Rabbi Paltiel emphasizes the importance of intention and purpose. This episode offers a refreshing, heartfelt look at where art, Torah and Chassidus intersect.

More about Rabbi Yossi Paltiel.

https://www.insidechassidus.org/

https://www.insidechassidus.org/about-us

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Leib Meadvin shares a deep dive into his lifelong journey as an artist, educator, and passionate music fan. Raised in a secular Jewish home, Leib shares how his path to observant Judaism was shaped by his early creative interests in art, music, and the Grateful Dead. From his time studying computer science and art in New York to following the Grateful Dead on tour, Leib discusses how his Jewish identity evolved, eventually leading him to a meaningful connection with Chabad. Leib reflects on the interplay of his art, faith, and teaching career, weaving together his experiences in creating ceramics, mosaics, and teaching math. He also shares his unique perspective on Jewish music festivals, the importance of community, and how his passion for Jewish spirituality and creativity intersect in powerful ways. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about creativity, Jewish expression, and the search for deeper meaning in life.

More about Leib: 

https://www.instagram.com/claybstudiohttps://www.facebook.com/claybstudio

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Zash/ Zalman Wircberg, director of the Old City Jewish Art Center in Philadelphia, shares the opportunities and challenges of running a not for profit Jewish art gallery. 

First Fridays in Philly bring hundreds of people to the streets of Old City, and Chabad was not going to miss out on the opportunity to share Judaism in this creative space, and with that the Old City Jewish Art Center began. Listen to hear how it evolved. 

More about the Old City Jewish Art Center:

https://www.ocjac.org/

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Richard McBee, a pioneering figure in Jewish art, joins Orange Socks to share the incredible story of how his passion for art led him back to his Jewish roots. Raised in a secular household, Richard’s early years were spent immersed in the New York art scene, where he honed his skills as a figurative painter. However, it wasn’t until he began exploring biblical narratives through his artwork that he discovered a deeper connection to his Jewish heritage. In this episode, Richard talks about his transformative journey—how studying Torah and Jewish texts not only inspired his paintings but also drew him toward an observant Jewish life. From his work with the Jewish Art Salon to his decades-long exploration of Torah stories like the Akedah, Richard reflects on the profound relationship between his faith and his art.

About Richard:https://richardmcbee.com/

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Rami Ozeri, founder and director of the Jerusalem Biennale, joins Orange Socks to share his journey from economist to art visionary, creating a global platform for contemporary Jewish art - the Jerusalem Biennale. In this episode, Rami reflects on the creation and evolution of the Biennale, which has become a unique space for Jewish artists to explore their identities and express themselves within the modern art world.

Rami discusses the challenges of bringing Jewish themes to the forefront of contemporary art, the impact of the October 7th conflict on the 2023 Biennale, and how art can foster dialogue and unity in divided times. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the power of art to build bridges, challenge perspectives, and shape the future of Jewish creativity.

More about Rami:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ram_Ozerihttps://jerusalembiennale.org/

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/

Mordy Kurtz, co-founder and frontman of Rogers Park Band, joins Orange Socks to dive into the unique blend of Yiddishkeit and folk music that defines their sound. Mordy shares the band’s mission to bring Jewish tradition to life through innovative melodies, storytelling, and a fresh approach to timeless themes. In this episode, he discusses the creative challenges of balancing authenticity with modernity, the importance of connecting with a diverse Jewish audience, and how Rogers Park's music offers both inspiration and joy.

More about Mordy:

Website: https://www.rogersparkband.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rogersparkband

Select songs:https://youtu.be/96KqKXkBHiA?si=V7l8VVO_iDTu7aHg

https://youtu.be/6F1yEHVIlQo?si=-2XeGDRaFYwOTgg0

More about Orange Socks:

Contact us at [email protected]

Now on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orange-socks-podcast/id1749369628

On Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ec3LbPdujZG531xKLPssh?si=381bf3bb2b624ffd

On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@OrangeSocksPodcast

Connect with Yitzchok Moully

https://www.instagram.com/moullyart/

https://www.moullyart.com/