This week, we welcome Annabel Singer to the show. A graduate of The University of Pennsylvania and former President of the Youth Federation of Temple Israel, Annabel has played an important role in the development of our synagogue youth community. In this episode, she shares important insight into the power of seeing opportunities where others see closed doors. Positioned to be one of the natural leaders of her generation, she has a message for people of all ages: "Endings are truly beginnings!"

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In this re-released episode, I chat with Josh Tobias about his decision to leave a career in commercial real estate to become a Funeral Director with the Ira Kaufman Chapel in Southfield, Michigan. The lessons he has learned in this communal position have taught him much about LIFE and DEATH. Join me for an interesting look into the challenges of pivoting and the reward of finding something that motivates and drives a career.

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In this re-released episode, we meet Allison Woll Parr and hear the harrowing story of a near kidnapping and carjacking at Somerset Mall in Troy, Michigan. Despite this experience and its affirmation of her strength, it is the loss of her father in a tragic car accident that teaches the most about the meaning of life. Now... as a mother, wife, and community activist, her story is helping others to grow. 

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In this episode, I am chatting with Ian Burnstein about "The Great Brain Explosion of 2003." His story about how a life-altering medical event led to a great understanding of his "purpose" on earth. Ian is a Husband, Father, Entrepreneur, and President of the Gary Burnstein Clinic in Pontiac, Michigan.  Join me for a fascinating exploration into the brain! 

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Join me for a special re-released episode featuring my friend and "Positive Attitude Coach", Lee Trepeck. Lee will share his story of choosing a career in camping.  A powerful influence in the Jewish Camp World, his vision shapes the lives of campers, staff, and senior leadership at Tamarack Camps and beyond. 

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In this re-released episode, we meet Cindy Kandel who has worked for more than two decades as a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tutor at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan. On the side, she raised a family and created a loving Jewish Home. Join us as Cindy shares the story of the tragic death of her son and the impactful spiritual process of remembering him.  Her words are a reminder to WAKE UP TO LIFE. 

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In this re-released episode, we will meet Mitch Mondry and hear the harrowing story of a car crash that changed his life forever. With short-term and long-term impact, that moment has shaped his life as a husband, father, and friend. Join me for a conversation about life, death, and everything in-between. It is an imperative to WAKE UP TO LIFE. 

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In this re-released episode, we will meet Danny Herz and hear about his journey from South Africa to South Florida. Hear about the challenges of a new country and the impact this has had on his coaching. Take an amazing journey to sports camp and the basketball court and listen to Danny tell us to WAKE UP TO LIFE.

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Joining the show this episode is Steve Ingber, the CEO of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit.  Steve is responsible for carrying out the mission of the Jewish Federation and ensuring its longterm strength and effectiveness. He leads the organization on a day-to-day basis, working closely with senior leadership, the Federation / UJF Board, and the professional staff. Steve joined Federation in 2016, originally serving as COO before being named Chief Executive in 2021.

Today, he will share a personal joy of becoming a father to FOUR boys.  It is a blessing that helped his family to Wake Up To Life

Tomer Malchi joins me for the show this week. Tomer holds a B.Sc., in Industrial and Labor relations from Cornell University. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc., and Ph.D from the faculty of Agriculture at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Tomer has extensive experience in national and international development work in the field of agriculture, water and energy. As Executive Director, Tomer is responsible for project development and expanding CultivAid’s operations.  Today he will share his path to understand WATER as the Source of Life.  And he will Wake Us Up To Life!!!

***There was a recording problem this week...so the episode video is only partially visible.