Yaakov Shwekey stormed into the Jewish music scene in 2001 with his debut solo album, Shomati, soaring to the top of the charts To date. Yaakov is one of the most popular singers of our time. In this episode, we talk about it all with him.  Here's Your Chance to Win a Tesla Click Here:  ccfraffle.com Use code "MPP" for $25 OFF two tickets. Support a fellow Jewish community today- Chicago Chesed Fund! Episode powered by: ccfraffle & AMR Pharmacy

Yaakov Shwekey

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Eli Beer is the founder of United Hatzalah of Israel.    Eli and his volunteers were first on the scene racing to save as many lives as possible on October 7, coming face to face with Hamas terrorists and their victims.    In this episode, Eli reflects on his experiences as a first responder, incredible stories of heroism in the face of terror, the amazing work of United Hatzalah and their incredibly diverse volunteers, from Haredi Jews to Muslims, and his meetings with world leaders including Benjamin Netanyahu, Yoav Gallant, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.   

Eli Beer | The Miracles We Witnessed on October 7th

Harley Finkelstein is an entrepreneur, lawyer, and the President of Shopify. He founded his first company at age 17 while a student at McGill. Harley completed his law degree as well as his MBA at the University of Ottawa.    Harley was one of the “Dragons” on CBC’s Next Gen Den and starred on Discovery Channel’s I Quit. He received the Canadian Angel Investor of the Year Award, Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Award, Fortune’s 40 Under 40, and was inducted into the Order of Ottawa.    From 2014 to 2017 Harley was on the Board of Directors of the C100, and from 2017 to 2020 he was on to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). He is currently on the Board of Directors of the National Retail Federation, and Operation Hope.    Harley recently co-founded Firebelly, a modern high-end tea brand, and created  @bigshotpodcast  , a project and podcast that archives the stories of the greatest Jewish entrepreneurs of the last century.   In this episode, Harley discusses Jewish pride, October 7, Israel, and antisemitism.    

Harley Finkelstein | President of Shopify BREAKS HIS SILENCE On Antisemitism

After performing for nearly a decade as a popular Los Angeles–based musician, Moshe moved to Jerusalem, where he has spent the last fifteen years immersed in the wellsprings of Talmud, Chassidus, Kabbalah, and Spirituality.    He has devoted his life to seamlessly bridging the worlds of the Torah tradition, mystical wisdom, the true nature of the human mind, and our collective struggles. For years he studied under the guidance of several of the world’s premier rabbinical figures and has found a niche for himself sharing his love of life, people, and spirit through speaking, teaching, and writing.   t looks like it’s your lucky day! Thanks to our sponsors, we here at The Meaningful People Podcast and partnering together with Reb Moshe to share this amazing one time gift offer.   Right now, the first 1000 listeners to sign up can receive their free copy of The Wall Street Journal bestseller, It’s All The Same To Me by Rabbi Moshe Gersht. This book has helped tens of thousands of people rediscover inner peace, love for life and deepen their connection with themselves, spirituality, and Hashem. Enjoy the journey!   Go get your gift book right now at   https://www.moshegersht.com/meaningfulpeople/   

Moshe Gersht | Why a ROCK-STAR Left His Band To Become An Orthodox Jew

Shulem Lemmer (born November 6, 1989), known professionally simply as "Shulem," is an American Belz Hasidic singer from Borough Park, Brooklyn, in New York City. He is the first born-and-raised Charedi Jew to sign a major record contract with a leading label, Universal Music Group, under its classical music Decca Gold imprint.   

Breaking Boundaries: The Story of Shulem Lemmer

Hudi Arieh was born with TAR syndrome, also known as, Thrombocytopenia. But she is not letting that stop her. In this episode, Hudi shares her incredible life story, the mindset that has enabled her to overcome incredible odds, and her amazing faith and Emunah.   

Yaakov Shwekey

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