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September 03, 2025FRUM AND FREE: KEN GANGBAR'S SPIRITUAL AND CREATIVE AWAKENING (Audio)
Behold the journey of Ken Gangbar, a sculptor whose hands shape stone and spirit alike. In this intimate interview, Ken unveils his heart, tracing the path he forged after October 7th, a pilgrimage into the depths of Judaism, a quest to fortify his soul as a Jew. Once a fierce activist against Apartheid in South Africa, he now strides through Toronto’s streets, a kippah crowning his head, tearing down venomous anti-Semitic flyers. In their place, he pins portraits of hostages, a quiet rebellion of hope. When the city’s decree sought to silence his defiance, Ken wove yellow ribbons into the urban tapestry, a symbol of resilience undeterred. Ken, whose sculptures grace homes, businesses, and corners of the world, has glimpsed the neshama, the eternal soul within his art, a divine spark that always flickered beneath the surface. What once flowed from intuition now pulses with the sacred, entwined with God, Torah, and the Jewish people, woven into the rhythm of his days. His creations, once born of instinct, now breathe with a celestial essence, as if whispering, “It was always there.” Humble and eloquent, Ken speaks with tender reverence of his family, his people, Israel, and the Torah’s timeless wisdom. His words, like his sculptures, carve a space for reflection and inspiration. Watch this interview, let it linger in your heart, and share its light. Through Ken’s story, we find a mirror for our own spiritual and creative awakening, a beacon for the soul’s unfolding. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
How October 7th deepened Ken’s embrace of Jewish faith, family, and heritage
The story behind his artistic evolution—from instinctual forms to works infused with Torah, God, and ancestral wisdom
Ken’s activism on Toronto’s streets and the symbolism of his yellow ribbons
The process and meaning behind his sculptures, and how art can become a spiritual practice
Honest reflections on humility, resilience, inspiration, and the eternal Jewish neshama
About Ken Gangbar: A renowned sculptor for sculptural installations that grace homes, businesses, and public spaces across the globe, blending nature’s forms and human spirit in clay, glass, bronze, and stone. Once an activist against Apartheid in South Africa, Ken is now a visible figure in Toronto’s Jewish community, reclaiming public space with portraits of hostages and yellow ribbons, a quiet but powerful defiance. How do spirituality and creativity intertwine in times of challenge? Share your insights in the comments and subscribe for more stories that reflect Jewish life, resilience, and art. Connect with Ken: https://www.kengangbar.com/ ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and innermost thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers, to crossing guards, stars, public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #KenGangbar #jewishart #sculptors #toronto #jewishresilience #October7 #spiritualawakening #artandfaith #activism #creativejourney #publicart #antisemitism #podcastcanada #selfdiscovery #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishcommunity #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
Transcript
1 hr 11 min
September 03, 2025FRUM AND FREE: KEN GANGBAR'S SPIRITUAL AND CREATIVE AWAKENING (Audio/Visual)
Behold the journey of Ken Gangbar, a sculptor whose hands shape stone and spirit alike. In this intimate interview, Ken unveils his heart, tracing the path he forged after October 7th, a pilgrimage into the depths of Judaism, a quest to fortify his soul as a Jew. Once a fierce activist against Apartheid in South Africa, he now strides through Toronto’s streets, a kippah crowning his head, tearing down venomous anti-Semitic flyers. In their place, he pins portraits of hostages, a quiet rebellion of hope. When the city’s decree sought to silence his defiance, Ken wove yellow ribbons into the urban tapestry, a symbol of resilience undeterred. Ken, whose sculptures grace homes, businesses, and corners of the world, has glimpsed the neshama, the eternal soul within his art, a divine spark that always flickered beneath the surface. What once flowed from intuition now pulses with the sacred, entwined with God, Torah, and the Jewish people, woven into the rhythm of his days. His creations, once born of instinct, now breathe with a celestial essence, as if whispering, “It was always there.” Humble and eloquent, Ken speaks with tender reverence of his family, his people, Israel, and the Torah’s timeless wisdom. His words, like his sculptures, carve a space for reflection and inspiration. Watch this interview, let it linger in your heart, and share its light. Through Ken’s story, we find a mirror for our own spiritual and creative awakening, a beacon for the soul’s unfolding. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
How October 7th deepened Ken’s embrace of Jewish faith, family, and heritage
The story behind his artistic evolution—from instinctual forms to works infused with Torah, God, and ancestral wisdom
Ken’s activism on Toronto’s streets and the symbolism of his yellow ribbons
The process and meaning behind his sculptures, and how art can become a spiritual practice
Honest reflections on humility, resilience, inspiration, and the eternal Jewish neshama
About Ken Gangbar: A renowned sculptor for sculptural installations that grace homes, businesses, and public spaces across the globe, blending nature’s forms and human spirit in clay, glass, bronze, and stone. Once an activist against Apartheid in South Africa, Ken is now a visible figure in Toronto’s Jewish community, reclaiming public space with portraits of hostages and yellow ribbons, a quiet but powerful defiance. How do spirituality and creativity intertwine in times of challenge? Share your insights in the comments and subscribe for more stories that reflect Jewish life, resilience, and art. Connect with Ken: https://www.kengangbar.com/ ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and innermost thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers, to crossing guards, stars, public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #KenGangbar #jewishart #sculptors #toronto #jewishresilience #October7 #spiritualawakening #artandfaith #activism #creativejourney #publicart #antisemitism #podcastcanada #selfdiscovery #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishcommunity #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 11 min
August 29, 2025NORTHERN LIGHTS, JEWISH LIFE: RICK KARP'S YUKON JOURNEY (Audio)
Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into the remarkable story of the Jewish Community of the Yukon Territory and its inspiring leader, Rick Karp. Nestled in one of the most breathtaking and magical places on Earth—the Yukon, a land of boreal forests, rugged mountains, glaciers, and rivers, where the northern lights dance across the sky and grizzly bears, moose, caribou, and wolves roam freely in a pristine wilderness—it’s said there are more bears than people. Here, at the northern edge of the world, a small but vibrant Jewish community of just 46 people thrives under the guidance of Rick Karp, a dedicated advocate for Jewish heritage and culture, an author, former teacher, businessman, devoted father, grandfather, and beloved husband to his late wife, Joy, God bless her soul. From uncovering a hidden Jewish cemetery in Dawson City to spearheading Whitehorse’s first-ever Jewish Heritage Month, Rick has been a driving force in preserving and celebrating the rich history of Yukon’s Jewish community. Today, we’ll explore his extraordinary journey, the challenges and brilliance of sustaining Jewish life amidst wildfires and isolation, and the enduring legacy of the Klondike Gold Rush that continues to shape this unique northern community. Stay tuned for an inspiring conversation about resilience, history, and the power of community in the far north. Ladies and gentlemen, please join us in welcoming Rick Karp. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
The extraordinary legacy and ongoing history of Yukon’s Jewish community
Rick’s personal journey and the rare challenges of leading a tiny diaspora at the edge of the Arctic
Tales of uncovering lost heritage, honoring ancestors, and connecting with broader Jewish life
How the Klondike Gold Rush continues to shape today’s Yukon Jewish experience
The power of resilience, family, and cultural pride in keeping tradition alive
About Rick Karp: An author, educator, businessman, and dedicated family man who has become a cornerstone of Jewish life in the Yukon. From reviving Dawson City’s hidden Jewish cemetery to launching Whitehorse’s first Jewish Heritage Month, Rick’s tireless efforts sustain Jewish identity and foster resilience against the challenges of wildfire, distance, and isolation in the Far North. What does “community” mean at the edge of the world? Share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more heartfelt stories of leadership, tradition, and survival from across the Jewish world. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #RickKarp #YukonJewishCommunity #northernlights #jewishdiaspora #dawsoncity #KlondikeGoldRush #whitehorse #communityleadership #Resilience #JewishHistory #NorthernCanada #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 19 min
August 29, 2025NORTHERN LIGHTS, JEWISH LIFE: RICK KARP'S YUKON JOURNEY (Audio/Visual)
Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into the remarkable story of the Jewish Community of the Yukon Territory and its inspiring leader, Rick Karp. Nestled in one of the most breathtaking and magical places on Earth—the Yukon, a land of boreal forests, rugged mountains, glaciers, and rivers, where the northern lights dance across the sky and grizzly bears, moose, caribou, and wolves roam freely in a pristine wilderness—it’s said there are more bears than people. Here, at the northern edge of the world, a small but vibrant Jewish community of just 46 people thrives under the guidance of Rick Karp, a dedicated advocate for Jewish heritage and culture, an author, former teacher, businessman, devoted father, grandfather, and beloved husband to his late wife, Joy, God bless her soul. From uncovering a hidden Jewish cemetery in Dawson City to spearheading Whitehorse’s first-ever Jewish Heritage Month, Rick has been a driving force in preserving and celebrating the rich history of Yukon’s Jewish community. Today, we’ll explore his extraordinary journey, the challenges and brilliance of sustaining Jewish life amidst wildfires and isolation, and the enduring legacy of the Klondike Gold Rush that continues to shape this unique northern community. Stay tuned for an inspiring conversation about resilience, history, and the power of community in the far north. Ladies and gentlemen, please join us in welcoming Rick Karp. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
The extraordinary legacy and ongoing history of Yukon’s Jewish community
Rick’s personal journey and the rare challenges of leading a tiny diaspora at the edge of the Arctic
Tales of uncovering lost heritage, honoring ancestors, and connecting with broader Jewish life
How the Klondike Gold Rush continues to shape today’s Yukon Jewish experience
The power of resilience, family, and cultural pride in keeping tradition alive
About Rick Karp: An author, educator, businessman, and dedicated family man who has become a cornerstone of Jewish life in the Yukon. From reviving Dawson City’s hidden Jewish cemetery to launching Whitehorse’s first Jewish Heritage Month, Rick’s tireless efforts sustain Jewish identity and foster resilience against the challenges of wildfire, distance, and isolation in the Far North. What does “community” mean at the edge of the world? Share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more heartfelt stories of leadership, tradition, and survival from across the Jewish world. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #RickKarp #YukonJewishCommunity #northernlights #jewishdiaspora #dawsoncity #KlondikeGoldRush #whitehorse #communityleadership #Resilience #JewishHistory #NorthernCanada #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 19 min
August 22, 2025YOUR ROOTS CAST A SHADOW: CAROLINE TOPPERMAN'S SEARCH FOR BELONGING (Audio)
Welcome to today’s episode, where I am joined by the incredible Caroline Topperman, author of 'Your Roots Cast a Shadow: One Family’s Search Across History for Belonging'. A few years ago, Caroline and her husband embarked on an adventure to Poland, where she uncovered a profound connection to her family’s past. What began as a personal journey quickly turned into a deep dive into history, as she pieced together her family’s story through old letters and an unpublished manuscript by her grandfather, which she translated from Polish. In her book, Caroline masterfully weaves together her mixed Jewish and Catholic heritage, connecting it to monumental historical moments. She shares gripping stories, like her Jewish grandfather’s harrowing escape from the Nazis during World War II, always one step ahead, and the heartbreaking loss of family members erased during the Holocaust. On the other side, she tells the remarkable tale of her Catholic grandmother, who broke barriers as the first woman allowed to shop in an Afghan market while her husband worked on building a highway from Kabul to Jalalabad. Through these powerful legacies, Caroline’s book explores how her family’s diverse histories shaped not only their identity but her own sense of belonging. Join us as we dive into this moving and richly layered story with Caroline Topperman. What You'll Discover in This Episode
How Caroline uncovered her family’s story through letters and manuscripts.
The harrowing escape of her Jewish grandfather during WWII.
The resilience and groundbreaking story of her Catholic grandmother in Afghanistan.
The process of weaving together personal history, heritage, and faith.
How legacies of survival and resilience shaped Caroline's identity.
About Caroline Topperman: A writer and storyteller whose book, Your Roots Cast a Shadow, interweaves her Jewish and Catholic heritage with monumental historical events. She reveals gripping stories, including her Jewish grandfather’s escape from the Nazis during World War II, and the heartbreaking loss of family members in the Holocaust. On the other side, she shares the extraordinary life of her Catholic grandmother, who broke barriers as the first woman to shop in an Afghan market during a time of sweeping cultural change. Caroline’s work highlights how these legacies of resilience, courage, and tragedy shaped her identity and her search for belonging. Where to find the book "Your Roots Cast a Shadow": http://bit.ly/4lGxaBN How do you connect with your own roots and family history? Share your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear your stories. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #CarolineTopperman #yourrootscastashadow #family #familyhistory #catholicheritage #holocausthistory #holocaustremembrance #identityandbelonging #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 18 min
August 22, 2025YOUR ROOTS CAST A SHADOW: CAROLINE TOPPERMAN SEARCH FOR BELONGING (Audio/Visual)
Welcome to today’s episode, where I am joined by the incredible Caroline Topperman, author of 'Your Roots Cast a Shadow: One Family’s Search Across History for Belonging'. A few years ago, Caroline and her husband embarked on an adventure to Poland, where she uncovered a profound connection to her family’s past. What began as a personal journey quickly turned into a deep dive into history, as she pieced together her family’s story through old letters and an unpublished manuscript by her grandfather, which she translated from Polish. In her book, Caroline masterfully weaves together her mixed Jewish and Catholic heritage, connecting it to monumental historical moments. She shares gripping stories, like her Jewish grandfather’s harrowing escape from the Nazis during World War II, always one step ahead, and the heartbreaking loss of family members erased during the Holocaust. On the other side, she tells the remarkable tale of her Catholic grandmother, who broke barriers as the first woman allowed to shop in an Afghan market while her husband worked on building a highway from Kabul to Jalalabad. Through these powerful legacies, Caroline’s book explores how her family’s diverse histories shaped not only their identity but her own sense of belonging. Join us as we dive into this moving and richly layered story with Caroline Topperman. What You'll Discover in This Episode
How Caroline uncovered her family’s story through letters and manuscripts.
The harrowing escape of her Jewish grandfather during WWII.
The resilience and groundbreaking story of her Catholic grandmother in Afghanistan.
The process of weaving together personal history, heritage, and faith.
How legacies of survival and resilience shaped Caroline's identity.
About Caroline Topperman: A writer and storyteller whose book, Your Roots Cast a Shadow, interweaves her Jewish and Catholic heritage with monumental historical events. She reveals gripping stories, including her Jewish grandfather’s escape from the Nazis during World War II, and the heartbreaking loss of family members in the Holocaust. On the other side, she shares the extraordinary life of her Catholic grandmother, who broke barriers as the first woman to shop in an Afghan market during a time of sweeping cultural change. Caroline’s work highlights how these legacies of resilience, courage, and tragedy shaped her identity and her search for belonging. Where to find the book "Your Roots Cast a Shadow": http://bit.ly/4lGxaBN How do you connect with your own roots and family history? Share your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear your stories. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #CarolineTopperman #yourrootscastashadow #family #familyhistory #catholicheritage #holocausthistory #holocaustremembrance #identityandbelonging #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 18 min
August 20, 2025From Winnipeg to Hollywood: Arnie Zipursky’s Unbelievable Journey to TV Stardom! (MP3)
Arnie Zipursky was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, into a fiercely Zionistic family. Arnie’s TV spark was ignited by a Super 8 camera bar mitzvah gift, gifted by his dad, a butcher, at his bar mitzvah. From those humble beginnings, he carved a path to becoming a powerhouse producer, crafting feature films, TV series, documentaries, and children’s programming that captivate hearts worldwide. Now, as the visionary behind the award-winning The Way Home, starring A-list Hollywood icon Andie MacDowell, Arnie continues to weave stories that resonate deeply. A proud father of three daughters—two of whom join him in his creative empire he’s a man whose love for his wife, family, and the Jewish people burns brightly. Arnie, a very passionate man, talks about his stand in the recent TIFF scandal, where he helped reverse the disinvitation of Barry Avrich’s powerful October 7th film. He schmoozes about life’s joys, the importance of kindness, his sensitivity, and the unbreakable spirit that drives him to create, inspire, and uplift. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
How Arnie’s family and Winnipeg upbringing shaped his creative journey
The pivotal moments that led to his TV and film success
Insights into producing The Way Home with Hollywood’s elite
Arnie’s front-line role in the recent TIFF controversy and his advocacy for Barry Avrich’s October 7th film
The importance of family, Jewish identity, and kindness in his life and work
How he continues to inspire, innovate, and uplift through storytelling
About Arnie Zipursky: Raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in a tightly-knit Zionist family, he received his first camera at his bar mitzvah, an early sign of the storytelling talent that would define his career. Since then, Arnie has produced acclaimed feature films, TV series, documentaries, and captivating children’s programming, including the hit series The Way Home starring Andie MacDowell. A devoted husband and father of three, he now collaborates with two of his daughters within his vibrant media empire. What inspires you to create, and how does your heritage shape your journey? Share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more captivating stories from the world of film, family, and faith. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and innermost thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars, public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #ArnieZipursky #hollywood #hollywoodproducer #thewayhome #winnipeg #jewishstories #zionist #filmandtv #barryavrich #TIFF #familybusiness #andiemacdowell #mediaempire #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 22 min
August 20, 2025From Winnipeg to Hollywood: Arnie Zipursky’s Unbelievable Journey to TV Stardom! (Audio/Visual)
Arnie Zipursky was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, into a fiercely Zionistic family. Arnie’s TV spark was ignited by a Super 8 camera bar mitzvah gift, gifted by his dad, a butcher, at his bar mitzvah. From those humble beginnings, he carved a path to becoming a powerhouse producer, crafting feature films, TV series, documentaries, and children’s programming that captivate hearts worldwide. Now, as the visionary behind the award-winning The Way Home, starring A-list Hollywood icon Andie MacDowell, Arnie continues to weave stories that resonate deeply. A proud father of three daughters—two of whom join him in his creative empire he’s a man whose love for his wife, family, and the Jewish people burns brightly. Arnie, a very passionate man, talks about his stand in the recent TIFF scandal, where he helped reverse the disinvitation of Barry Avrich’s powerful October 7th film. He schmoozes about life’s joys, the importance of kindness, his sensitivity, and the unbreakable spirit that drives him to create, inspire, and uplift. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
How Arnie’s family and Winnipeg upbringing shaped his creative journey
The pivotal moments that led to his TV and film success
Insights into producing The Way Home with Hollywood’s elite
Arnie’s front-line role in the recent TIFF controversy and his advocacy for Barry Avrich’s October 7th film
The importance of family, Jewish identity, and kindness in his life and work
How he continues to inspire, innovate, and uplift through storytelling
About Arnie Zipursky: Raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in a tightly-knit Zionist family, he received his first camera at his bar mitzvah, an early sign of the storytelling talent that would define his career. Since then, Arnie has produced acclaimed feature films, TV series, documentaries, and captivating children’s programming, including the hit series The Way Home starring Andie MacDowell. A devoted husband and father of three, he now collaborates with two of his daughters within his vibrant media empire. What inspires you to create, and how does your heritage shape your journey? Share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more captivating stories from the world of film, family, and faith. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and innermost thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars, public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #ArnieZipursky #hollywood #hollywoodproducer #thewayhome #winnipeg #jewishstories #zionist #filmandtv #barryavrich #TIFF #familybusiness #andiemacdowell #mediaempire #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 22 min
August 19, 2025An Epic ‘October 7th’ Interview with Ela Levgoren, Survivor of the Nova Musical Festival (Audio)
edicated to the memory of Gili Adar, and five other friends (to be discussed in the interview) of Ela, all of whom were murdered at the Nova Music Festival, on October 7th, 2023. Welcome to a profoundly moving episode of our podcast, featuring an in-depth, nearly two-hour conversation with ELA LEVGOREN, a courageous survivor of the tragic terrorist attack at the Nova Music Festival on October 7, 2023. In this powerful and inspiring interview, Ela, a 25-year-old who embodies resilience and the strength of the Jewish soul and the human spirit, shares her remarkable story with raw honesty and heart. Ela opens up about her journey, from her upbringing in Canada to her life-changing move to Israel, her deep love for music and friendship that led her to attend the Nova Music Festival before relocating to Australia, and the harrowing events of that fateful day. She recounts how her intuition guided her and her friends to escape the attack, the heartbreaking loss of six dear friends, and her ongoing path to healing and rebuilding after unimaginable trauma. This episode is a vital learning experience for listeners of all ages, offering a deeply personal perspective on survival, loss, and the power of Jewish resilience. Join us as we honour Ela’s story, the memory of those lost, and the enduring spirit of hope. Am Yisrael Chai. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
How Ela’s path from Canada to Israel, and her love of music, shaped her worldview
What happened during the October 7 Nova Festival attack, and the instincts that helped her and her friends survive
-The pain of losing six close friends, and the ongoing work of healing and remembrance -Her perspective on trauma, hope, and the “never again” spirit of the Jewish people
The enduring power of music, friendship, and community as tools for rebuilding after loss
About Ela Levgoren: A survivor, storyteller, and embodiment of Jewish resilience. A lover of music, community, and adventure, Ela’s experience at the Nova Music Festival, where she endured unimaginable loss and found the strength to overcome it, offers listeners a rare and deeply personal glimpse into the aftermath of tragedy, survival, and healing. How does sharing survivor stories help us heal and remember? Leave your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more stories of human courage, resilience, and the Jewish spirit. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #ElaLevgoren #novamusicfestival #October7 #survivor #survivorstory #jewishresilience #jewishstories #neveragain #humanspirit #traumarecovery #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 50 min
August 19, 2025An Epic ‘October 7th’ Interview with Ela Levgoren, Survivor of the Nova Musical Festival (Audio/Visual)
Dedicated to the memory of Gili Adar, and five other friends (to be discussed in the interview) of Ela, all of whom were murdered at the Nova Music Festival, on October 7th, 2023. Welcome to a profoundly moving episode of our podcast, featuring an in-depth, nearly two-hour conversation with ELA LEVGOREN, a courageous survivor of the tragic terrorist attack at the Nova Music Festival on October 7, 2023. In this powerful and inspiring interview, Ela, a 25-year-old who embodies resilience and the strength of the Jewish soul and the human spirit, shares her remarkable story with raw honesty and heart. Ela opens up about her journey, from her upbringing in Canada to her life-changing move to Israel, her deep love for music and friendship that led her to attend the Nova Music Festival before relocating to Australia, and the harrowing events of that fateful day. She recounts how her intuition guided her and her friends to escape the attack, the heartbreaking loss of six dear friends, and her ongoing path to healing and rebuilding after unimaginable trauma. This episode is a vital learning experience for listeners of all ages, offering a deeply personal perspective on survival, loss, and the power of Jewish resilience. Join us as we honour Ela’s story, the memory of those lost, and the enduring spirit of hope. Am Yisrael Chai. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
How Ela’s path from Canada to Israel, and her love of music, shaped her worldview
What happened during the October 7 Nova Festival attack, and the instincts that helped her and her friends survive
-The pain of losing six close friends, and the ongoing work of healing and remembrance -Her perspective on trauma, hope, and the “never again” spirit of the Jewish people
The enduring power of music, friendship, and community as tools for rebuilding after loss
About Ela Levgoren: A survivor, storyteller, and embodiment of Jewish resilience. A lover of music, community, and adventure, Ela’s experience at the Nova Music Festival, where she endured unimaginable loss and found the strength to overcome it, offers listeners a rare and deeply personal glimpse into the aftermath of tragedy, survival, and healing. How does sharing survivor stories help us heal and remember? Leave your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more stories of human courage, resilience, and the Jewish spirit. ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram: / avrumrosensweigshow TikTok: / avrumrosensweig #ElaLevgoren #novamusicfestival #October7 #survivor #survivorstory #jewishresilience #jewishstories #neveragain #humanspirit #traumarecovery #podcastcanada #storytelling #storytellingmatters #jewishpodcast #jewishwisdom #jewishfaith #jewishlearning #jewisheducation #jewishcommunity #jewishheritage #jewishtradition #jewishculture #jewishhistory #jewishphilosophy #spiritualwisdom #motivationalpodcast #motivationalinterview #fascinatingpeople #engagingconversations #personalgrowth #lifelessons #leadershipstories #faithandwisdom #jewishinspirations #successstories #podcastinterview #theavrumrosensweigshow
1 hr 50 min

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The Avrum Rosensweig Show is a unique and intimate schmooze-fest with celebrity host, Avrum Rosensweig, who draws out secrets, dreams and inner most thoughts of plumbers, food servers, crossing…