Michael Schwartz is an attorney who specializes in defending police officers and other public servants accused of wrongdoing. And he does it while proudly wearing a kippah. His story from minimal Jewish observance to Orthodoxy winds into and out of courtrooms, where some fascinating dramas have played out. This is his story. Saturday to Shabbos […]

Dr. Stuart (Simcha) Chesner is a clinical psychologist who specializes treating ADHD patients. Chesner felt like an underdog as a child, which fueled his desire to find his spiritual and professional paths. Chesner’s new book, Kosher ADHD (which he cowrote with Dr. Sara Markowitz), recommends practical approaches to helping people in the frum community with […]

Yaakov Wasilewicz inspires others through his personal story, and through his music. He had to find his own path to Jewish observance, which required tremendous sacrifice by a loved one … in this case, his mother. Through tremendous perseverance and some timely encounters with caring Rabbis to facilitate his journey, Yaakov ultimately found his way. […]

In April 2022, Saturday to Shabbos featured a conversation with Rabbi Greg Wall, known as “The Jazz Rabbi.” Wall spoke about harmonizing his musical career with Orthodox Judaism and life as a rabbi. Greg’s wife, Rona, has her own unique story to share, from early conversations with Hashem to a traumatic accident that changed everything […]

Joe Zimmerman pondered the existence of Hashem at a relatively young age, which led him to a quick transition to an observant life. But it wasn’t always easy for Joe. In fact, a devastating fire had a big impact on his journey. But with the help of mentors and teachers, he found his way. This […]

We know from the story of Avraham Avinu that the circumstances of one’s birth don’t automatically dictate the trajectory of adulthood. That’s certainly the case for Mitio Rothstein, who experienced extremely difficult challenges as a kid. His story is one of the most inspiring we’ve had the privilege to tell.   Saturday to Shabbos is a […]

Rivkah Kaplan experienced a tumultuous childhood. The challenges of her early years drove her to seek meaning and fulfillment … which she ultimately found through Orthodox Judaism, in no small part because of a blessing given to her son by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This is her story.  Saturday to Shabbos is a Tachlis Media podcast. […]

Jeff Cohen recently met Rabbi Reuven Boshnack at a Shabbaton he organized in Fair Lawn, NJ for more than 50 Yeshiva University students. Watching how he navigated Shabbos with so many students, Jeff was surprised to find out that Boshnack didn’t grow up religious. This is his full circle story.  Saturday to Shabbos is a […]

Would you turn down an amazing career opportunity, simply because it conflicted with Shabbos? David Notowitz faced that decision as he adopted a Torah lifestyle. This is his story.  Saturday to Shabbos is a Tachlis Media podcast. Learn more at tachlismedia.com

Matthew Miller is an AI analyst who’s worked in the U.S., Canada and the UK. He specializes in machine learning, natural language processing, ethics, and facial recognition. At the heart of Miller’s story is the way he’s successfully melded his spiritual and intellectual pursuits.  Saturday to Shabbos is a Tachlis Media podcast. Learn more at […]