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JERUSALEM:  What is the esoteric meaning of Jerusalem, why is it the center of so much conflict, and a destined return to Israel.

Inside this episode:

•  How you can study with Rabbi Nachman posthumously
• Who is behind this scourge of American university protests?
• What happens to a city when a righteous person leaves?
• The spiritual remedy to Semitic conflicts
• What the Torah says about The Redemption
• Our responsibility to go deeper than network news

BIO:

Daniel Ahaviel was born in London, UK in 1963. Already as a child he discovered his love for the emotional sounds of the violin. Over the years, Daniel has performed at concerts and music festivals around the world, releasing the albums “VeAhavta”, “King’s Clothes”, an album recorded at the London Klezmer Festival “Live In London”, “You are the Heart of the World” and his new album “Alive  and kicking”.

His unique playing and undeniable control of every aspect of his instrument brought him to the forefront of the stage at the best shows in the Jewish world and to collaborations with the greatest Jewish singers.

Daniel has performed in Israel and around the world. His repertoire includes Klezmer, Hassidic, Irish, Country and Gypsy styles. He has been living in Israel for 36 years.

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Daniel's Website |  Watch Daniel dissolve boundaries between audience & stage |  Contact or Book Daniel HERE

JERUSALEM:  We explore the spiritual arc and evolution of a Brit who grew up without religious traditions, uncover Bobby Zimmerman's approach to songwriting, and why you'll want to hear or hire Daniel...

Inside this episode:

• Why Daniel felt instantly at home in Israel
• Initial resistance to pervasive religiosity
• The unexpected trip to Safed 
• From Isaac Luria to Rabbi Nachman
• What Bob Dylan & Daniel Ahaviel have in common
• Divine order 100 feet away from the birth of his first child

BIO:

Daniel Ahaviel was born in London, UK in 1963. Already as a child he discovered his love for the emotional sounds of the violin. Over the years, Daniel has performed at concerts and music festivals around the world, releasing the albums “VeAhavta”, “King’s Clothes”, an album recorded at the London Klezmer Festival “Live In London”, “You are the Heart of the World” and his new album “Alive  and kicking”.

His unique playing and undeniable control of every aspect of his instrument brought him to the forefront of the stage at the best shows in the Jewish world and to collaborations with the greatest Jewish singers.

Daniel has performed in Israel and around the world. His repertoire includes Klezmer, Hassidic, Irish, Country and Gypsy styles. He has been living in Israel for 36 years.

The Quest Express

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The podcast may be over, but our curiosity and hunger for inspiring people and experiences will never end.

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Daniel's Website |  JERUSALEM:  Daniel has been living in Jerusalem for over two decades and performs for various audiences all over the world. Today we understand how his journey to Israel and the violin came to be. Thursday, we'll dig deeper and by the time we finish on Sunday you'll have a deep appreciation for his music and spiritual journey. Part II & III coming later this week

Inside this episode:

• The intangible feeling of being displaced
• An ominous warning from Daniel's grandmother
• The root of a man's power according to a Jamaican man
• Why spiritual traditions anchor you 
• The gift left to Daniel in a will and how his first trip to Israel changed his life

BIO:

Daniel Ahaviel was born in London, UK in 1963. Already as a child he discovered his love for the emotional sounds of the violin. Over the years, Daniel has performed at concerts and music festivals around the world, releasing the albums “VeAhavta”, “King’s Clothes”, an album recorded at the London Klezmer Festival “Live In London”, “You are the Heart of the World” and his new album “Alive  and kicking”.

His unique playing and undeniable control of every aspect of his instrument brought him to the forefront of the stage at the best shows in the Jewish world and to collaborations with the greatest Jewish singers.

The Quest Express

Introducing the First Premium, Come to You, Decentralized Dinner Society for Discerning Travelers: The Dinner Story.   Visit us and inquire here: The Dinner Story

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Website | Buy your dream property in Israel with peace of mind  |  Email: [email protected] or email for more info at [email protected]

Buy Shia's book:  Everything You Need to Know About Buying Real Estate in Israel

Shia Getter, recipient of an international realty award and CEO of The Getter Group, discusses his work and his relationship to the Holy Land. He talks about his background as a Hasidic Jew and the traditions and values that guide his work. Getter discusses unique challenges and anxieties that international buyers may face. He emphasizes the importance of transparency and client-oriented service in his work, the safety of Jerusalem, and encourages people to visit and experience the city for themselves.

BIO: Mr. Shia Getter is the CEO of The Getter Group, Israel’s no. 1 buyer’s brokerage & advocacy firm. He protects & advocates for buyers’ rights with his over 20 years’ of experience, ensuring that buyers of property in Israel will never regret a purchase made through The Getter Group. He’s the author of two books on industry topics and was the recipient of a prestigious international realty award. Known for constantly seeking and sharing education and information on real estate in Israel, he is passionate about finding ways to help his clients.

Introducing the First Premium, Come to You, Decentralized Dinner Society for Discerning Travelers: The Dinner Story.   Visit us and inquire here: The Dinner Story

The podcast may be over, but our curiosity and hunger for inspiring people and experiences will never end.

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Donate to the Yeshiva, Kollel Nefesh Hachaim: https://nefeshhachaim.org/donate/
JERUSALEM:  In the final episode with Rabbi Kassorla we discuss national miracles (like The Six Days War), a personal miracle in his family, and what's underneath the surface of words & ideas. | Catch the preceding interviews >> Part I  HERE & Part II HERE

In this episode:

• Looking deeper into Tabernacle, Holy, kosher & yehud
• G-d's laws & the purpose and meaning of rules as a contour for living
• The characteristics of G-d
• Miracles amidst conflict in Israel's recent history
• What are miracles & how do we open our eyes to see them

Bio:
Rabbi Kassorla is a descendent of a long line of Sephardic Rabbis, and studied in some of the most illustrious Talmudical Academies (Netiv Aryeh, Mir Yeshiva) in Jerusalem. He received his ordination from a member of the Council of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. Today Rabbi Kassorla serves in various Torah Academies lecturing on topics of Jewish Law & Ethics.

About Kollel Nefesh Hachaim:

Kollel Nefesh Hachaim provides an intensive, highly skills-oriented program of one to two years, including basic Hebrew and Aramaic grammar, for young married Torah students. The Kollel is English-speaking and based in Jerusalem.

The institution is designed for late starters and less advanced students who no longer belong in the conventional baal teshuva program, but are not yet ready to enter a mainstream,  high level learning program. Kollel Nefesh HaChaim helps to save many young men and women from falling into the gap that lies between these two worlds, and stand them solidly on their own two feet.

Write to Rabbi Kassorla:  ParshaParagraphs@gmail.com

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Introducing the First Premium, Come to You, Decentralized Dinner Society for Discerning Travelers: The Dinner Story.   Visit us and inquire here: The Dinner Story

The podcast may be over, but our curiosity and hunger for inspiring people and experiences will never end.

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Donate to the Yeshiva, Kollel Nefesh Hachaim: https://nefeshhachaim.org/donate/
JERUSALEM:  We continue the topic of personal accountability and the shift of societal values, and Rabbi Kassorla answers a question from Attila Kovats, Hungarian Chef in Edinburgh, one of our previous guests.  | Catch Part I  HERE

Also inside today's episode:

• What can we learn from "the greatest generation"?
• Accountability and blame
• Torah vs. The Talmud
• The Rabbi's favorite prophet
• The qualities of Truth
• Attila Kovats asks the Rabbi a question & the pain of October 7th
• The coming of the Third Temple

Bio:
Rabbi Kassorla is a descendent of a long line of Sephardic Rabbis, and studied in some of the most illustrious Talmudical Academies (Netiv Aryeh, Mir Yeshiva) in Jerusalem. He received his ordination from a member of the Council of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. Today Rabbi Kassorla serves in various Torah Academies lecturing on topics of Jewish Law & Ethics.

About Kollel Nefesh Hachaim:

Kollel Nefesh Hachaim provides an intensive, highly skills-oriented program of one to two years, including basic Hebrew and Aramaic grammar, for young married Torah students. The Kollel is English-speaking and based in Jerusalem.

The institution is designed for late starters and less advanced students who no longer belong in the conventional baal teshuva program, but are not yet ready to enter a mainstream,  high level learning program. Kollel Nefesh HaChaim helps to save many young men and women from falling into the gap that lies between these two worlds, and stand them solidly on their own two feet.

Write to Rabbi Kassorla:  ParshaParagraphs@gmail.com

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Introducing the First Premium, Come to You, Decentralized Dinner Society for Discerning Travelers: The Dinner Story.   Visit us and inquire here: The Dinner Story

The podcast may be over, but our curiosity and hunger for inspiring people and experiences will never end.

Join the WAITING LIST for our most unique experiences, COMMISSION a rare season of modular events, or just say HI:   [email protected]

Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Give back to the Yeshiva, Kollel Nefesh Hachaim: https://nefeshhachaim.org/donate/
JERUSALEM:  In this conversation we discuss the influences on Rabbi Kassorla's path of study and leadership, alarming trends in the workplace, and the inconvenience (and necessity) of personal accountability for well-adapted families & societies.

Bio:
Rabbi Kassorla is a descendent of a long line of Sephardic Rabbis, and studied in some of the most illustrious Talmudical Academies (Netiv Aryeh, Mir Yeshiva) in Jerusalem. He received his ordination from a member of the Council of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. Today Rabbi Kassorla serves in various Torah Academies lecturing on topics of Jewish Law & Ethics.

Inside this episode:

• Where did the name Kassorla come from?
• A fortunate & proactive departure from Spain in the 14th century
• How weddings, funerals & hospice paved Rabbi Kassorla's path
• Why do we become passive observers to our life & what we must do instead
• Do you have a "work wife" or "work husband"? How to replace this not-so-innocuous phrase with workplace boundaries.
• We'll learn two of the most common reasons for divorce - at a seed level

About Kollel Nefesh Hachaim:

Kollel Nefesh Hachaim provides an intensive, highly skills-oriented program of one to two years, including basic Hebrew and Aramaic grammar, for young married Torah students. The Kollel is English speaking and based in Jerusalem.

The institution is designed for late starters and less advanced students who no longer belong in the conventional baal teshuva program, but are not yet ready to enter a mainstream,  high level learning program. Kollel Nefesh HaChaim helps to save many young men and women from falling into the gap that lies between these two worlds, and stand them solidly on their own two feet.

Write to Rabbi Kassorla:  ParshaParagraphs@gmail.com

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Introducing the First Premium, Come to You, Decentralized Dinner Society for Discerning Travelers: The Dinner Story.   Visit us and inquire here: The Dinner Story

The podcast may be over, but our curiosity and hunger for inspiring people and experiences will never end.

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Contact Nosson:  [email protected] or via his websites below:
 Guided Tours of Israel  |  Visit the City of Gold Right Now with Virtual Tours of Israel

JERUSALEM:  The Quest Express speaks to Nosson Shulman, CEO, Licensed Sr. Tour Guide & Blogger. He shares his favorites, tips, and advice for anyone looking to visit Jerusalem, Israel. We discuss the rigor of the tour guide exam, and what is Bibi's favorite dish and one of Nosson's favorite restaurants?

Inside: 

• The water tunnels, and other site tours  mentioned in the Bible
• Misconceptions: Why now is the best time to go
• What you can expect from Israelis when you visit
• How VIPs travel with Nosson & why you'll always come back again
• Food, music, and Hebrew phrases 

All Services

Decks Restaurant in Tiberias

Sample Itineraries

Read some of Nosson’s pieces:

IDF Soldiers Pray in 6th Century Gaza Synagogue for the First Time in Decades

Unique Sites of Israel, Jewish Press

The Patriarch’s Route, United with Israel

Bio:

Nosson Shulman is a licensed tour guide and trip organizer specializing in VIP biblical tours of Israel throughout the entire country.  With expertise is in history, biblical archeology and geo-politics and twelve years in Israel, he's trusted by VIPs from all over the world. He's also an accomplished blogger on Israel's off-the-beaten-track sites and his articles are published in 3 major publications weekly. During Corona, he created 2 one-of-a-kind virtual tour videos of Israel which stimulate real tours, so now people who can't travel there can experience what he loves to share.

Podcast Website

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The podcast may be over, but our curiosity and hunger for inspiring people and experiences will never end.

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Nosson's Websites & Blogs:  Visit: Guided Tours of Israel  | Visit the City of Gold Right Now with Virtual Tours of Israel |  JERUSALEM:  We continue with the story of Jerusalem from the unique perspective of Nosson Shulman who has been living in Jerusalem for 12 years and is a sought after guide for families, business men, media personalities, pop stars, and athletes. 

Check out archaeological updates from his blog here

VIRTUAL TOUR: Jerusalem City of Gold - Tour the Bible

Inside this episode:

• Jerusalem as a central focus and convergence of multiple empires
• From Abraham to King David
• The consequences of the destruction of the temples
• What you don't know about the Red Sea
• Israel's borders

Check out Nosson's great reviews here

Podcast Website

Bio:
Nosson Shulman is a licensed tour guide and trip organizer specializing in VIP biblical tours of Israel throughout the entire country.  With expertise is in history, biblical archeology and geo-politics and twelve years in Israel, he's trusted by VIPs from all over the world. He's also an accomplished blogger on Israel's off-the-beaten-track sites and his articles are published in 3 major publications weekly. During Corona, he created 2 one-of-a-kind virtual tour videos of Israel which stimulate real tours, so now people who can't travel there can experience what he loves to share.

Introducing the First Premium, Come to You, Decentralized Dinner Society for Discerning Travelers: The Dinner Story.   Visit us and inquire here: The Dinner Story

The podcast may be over, but our curiosity and hunger for inspiring people and experiences will never end.

Join the WAITING LIST for our most unique experiences, COMMISSION a rare season of modular events, or just say HI:   [email protected]

Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel

Book your next tour here:  Guided Tours of Israel   
Or even virtually:  Visit the City of Gold Right Now with Virtual Tours of Israel  
JERUSALEM:  We're back and visiting the nexus of a huge part of the human story. Today we meet Nosson Shulman, a licensed tour guide & blogger with expertise in history, biblical archaeology & geopolitics. Leave your presumptions at the door today, as we begin with a few truths of Israel & Jerusalem.

Inside this episode:

• Immigration patterns & trends
• The story of the Lebanon border and how Israel became home
• Myths & oversights about the safety of Israel
• How law enforcement leverages the counterterrorism training academy
• Where should you stay for a 10-day trip to Israel
• Which is best for you? Tel Aviv or Jerusalem?

Podcast Website

Bio:
Nosson Shulman is a licensed tour guide and trip organizer specializing in VIP biblical tours of Israel throughout the entire country.  With expertise is in history, biblical archeology and geo-politics and twelve years in Israel, he's trusted by VIPs from all over the world. He's also an accomplished blogger on Israel's off-the-beaten-track sites and his articles are published in 3 major publications weekly. During Corona, he created 2 one-of-a-kind virtual tour videos of Israel which stimulate real tours, so now people who can't travel there can experience what he loves to share. (link above)  

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Music Credits:  INTRO:  Loyalty - Philip Ayers | OUTRO: Grasshopper's Dance - Etienne Roussel