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My Yom Kippur Was Interrupted—But My Faith Wasn’t
10 Sep 2026
00:05:45
Yom Kippur is only 25 hours, but it can change the direction of an entire year.
During one of the most important prayers of the year, my Yom Kippur was interrupted. It was difficult—but I chose to see it as a test, a reminder, and an opportunity to grow.
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur remind us that we can always do better, return to Hashem, ask forgiveness, and begin again. Whatever interrupts us or tests our faith, we can still choose prayer, love, and spiritual growth.
What are you praying for this year, and what do you hope to improve?
Mental Health Is Real: Why You Should Never Be Ashamed to Ask for Help
04 Sep 2026
01:12:37
Mental health is real. It doesn't discriminate, and it is never something we should be ashamed to talk about.
In this powerful episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Rabbi Shalom Hammer to discuss the heartbreaking loss of his daughter, Gila, and how that unimaginable tragedy led to the creation of Gila's Way—an organization dedicated to mental health awareness, suicide prevention, education, and helping families navigate some of life's most difficult moments. Gila's Way provides free consultation services to help families understand mental health crises and connect with appropriate resources.
If you or someone you love is struggling, please know that help is available. There is hope, there are people who care, and you do not have to face it alone.
Childhood Trauma: The Hidden Cause of Anxiety, Low Confidence & Relationship Problems
04 Sep 2026
00:57:33
Can childhood trauma affect your adult relationships, anxiety, confidence, and even your physical health? More than many people realize.
In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Danna Pycher, a trauma specialist and coach, to discuss how unresolved emotional wounds shape our lives—and, more importantly, how healing is possible.
We explore: • Childhood trauma and its long-term effects • Anxiety, stress, and emotional healing • Why people self-sabotage • Hypnosis and subconscious transformation • Building healthier relationships • Practical tools to begin healing
Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone you love, this conversation offers hope, insight, and practical steps toward lasting change.
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In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Gary York—a former U.S. Army Military Police Staff Sergeant, correctional officer, probation officer, senior prison inspector, criminal investigator, author, and columnist—to discuss the realities of the correctional system, corruption, integrity, leadership, and the lessons he learned throughout his career.
Gary shares incredible firsthand stories, what inspired him to write Corruption Behind Bars and Inside The Inner Circle, and why truth and accountability matter inside the criminal justice system.
If you're interested in true crime, prison stories, law enforcement, or the justice system, you won't want to miss this conversation.
Nissim Black: From Gang Life to Orthodox Judaism | Faith, Music & Israel
04 Sep 2026
00:31:13
🎙️ FULL INTERVIEW | Nissim Black on LivingYosh
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Nissim Black—rapper, speaker, podcast host, and one of the most inspiring voices in the Jewish world today.
We discuss his incredible journey from growing up in Seattle to embracing Orthodox Judaism, how faith transformed his life, the purpose behind his music, family, Israel, overcoming adversity, and how each of us can discover our own mission.
Whether you're searching for inspiration, faith, resilience, or purpose, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.
👇 Let me know your biggest takeaway in the comments!
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* Nissim Black's conversion to Orthodox Judaism * Faith and resilience * Music with purpose * Israel and the Jewish people * Family and parenting * Finding your calling * Overcoming adversity * Living with purpose * Torah and inspiration
From Home Kitchen to 100 Cooks 🍽️ | Sruly Meyer's Inspiring Journey as a Kosher Chef
04 Sep 2026
00:46:54
What does it take to go from cooking at home to competing on 100 Cooks?
In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Sruly Meyer, a passionate kosher chef, content creator, and 100 Cooks contestant, to discuss his incredible journey into the culinary world.
This conversation goes far beyond recipes. We talk about: 🍽️ His path to becoming a chef 🔥 What it was like competing on 100 Cooks 🐟 His favorite Shabbos foods and cooking traditions 🙏 How faith has shaped his journey ❤️ Cooking for children and families in need 😂 Fun food questions, Ratatouille, potlucks, kitchen disasters, and much more!
Whether you're a foodie, an aspiring chef, or simply enjoy hearing inspiring stories, this episode is for you.
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A Tisha B'Av Conversation on Prison, Hope & Faith | Rabbi Mendy Katz | Aleph Institute
04 Sep 2026
00:55:03
What does hope look like when someone feels forgotten?*
In this powerful LivingYosh interview, I sit down with Rabbi Mendy Katz, Director of Prison Outreach at the Aleph Institute, to discuss faith, second chances, prison ministry, the criminal justice system, and the power of never giving up on another human being.
This conversation is deeply personal. While I was incarcerated, Rabbi Katz visited me and brought me my own tefillin, siddur, Tehillim, and kippah—a moment I'll never forget. We talk about what those moments mean for prisoners, how faith can transform lives behind bars, and why no one should ever be forgotten.
We also discuss:
* The mission of the Aleph Institute * The Lubavitcher Rebbe's vision for justice and compassion * Hope inside prison walls * Jewish inmates and religious rights * Teshuvah (repentance) and second chances * What prisoners should pray for * How families are affected by incarceration * Finding Hashem in life's darkest moments
If this interview inspires you, please LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to help us reach more people with stories of faith, resilience, and hope.
If you know someone impacted by incarceration, military service, or a family navigating these challenges, the Aleph Institute provides vital support, advocacy, and hope. Their mission is simple:
Nate Fish: King of Jewish Baseball | Team Israel, Olympics & World Baseball Classic
04 Sep 2026
00:50:20
⚾ Nate Fish: King of Jewish Baseball | Team Israel, Olympics & World Baseball Classic
What does it take to build a baseball movement in a country where the sport barely existed?
In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Nate Fish—CEO of Israel Baseball Americas, Manager of the Israel National Baseball Team, founder of King of Jewish Baseball, former Olympic coach, and one of the driving forces behind the incredible rise of Israeli baseball.
We discuss:
⚾ Building Team Israel into an international baseball powerhouse 🇮🇱 Making aliyah and dedicating his life to growing baseball in Israel 🏅 Israel's historic journey to the Olympic Games 🌎 The World Baseball Classic and representing Israel on the world stage ✡️ Jewish identity, faith, family, and leadership ⚾ Baseball Le'Kulam—bringing Jewish and Arab children together through baseball 👑 The story behind becoming the "King of Jewish Baseball" ❤️ Fatherhood, legacy, and inspiring the next generation
Whether you're a baseball fan, passionate about Israel, or simply love hearing stories of perseverance and purpose, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.
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Etan G: The Jewish Rapper's Journey From Howard Stern to Rock4Israel
04 Sep 2026
00:16:43
🎤 The Jewish Rapper. Howard Stern. Shlock Rock. Rock4Israel.
In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Etan G, also known as The Jewish Rapper, for the beginning of an inspiring conversation about his journey.
We begin by talking about his childhood, how he discovered his love for music, what inspired him to pursue it, and the mindset that helped him keep going. We also touch on his experiences as a Jewish artist and the passion that continues to drive his mission.
This is only Part 1. Part 2 is coming soon, where we'll continue our conversation and dive deeper into Etan's incredible story, Rock4Israel, and much more.
If you enjoy inspiring stories about faith, perseverance, music, and Jewish pride, please like, subscribe, and share!
🎬 Jonathan Geffner: From Award-Winning Ventriloquist to The Dummy Detective | LivingYosh Podcast
04 Sep 2026
00:52:04
What does it take to spend decades chasing a dream before finally bringing it to the big screen?
In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Jonathan Geffner—award-winning ventriloquist, actor, writer, producer, and the creator/star of The Dummy Detective.
Jonathan shares: ✅ The journey from performing ventriloquism to making a feature film ✅ Why he refused to give up on his dream ✅ The challenges of independent filmmaking ✅ How his puppets became unforgettable movie characters ✅ Lessons about perseverance, creativity, and believing in yourself
Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, performer, entrepreneur, or simply someone chasing a dream, this conversation is for you.
Aryeh Kunstler: The Stories Behind His Music, Faith & Finding Purpose
04 Sep 2026
00:51:48
🎙️ Aryeh Kunstler Interview | The Stories Behind "Just a Child," "Up Like a Lion," Fatherhood, Faith & Israel | LivingYosh Podcast
Some interviews stay with you long after the cameras stop rolling. This was one of them.
Aryeh Kunstler's music helped me through one of the most difficult seasons of my life. During an incredibly challenging time, when I was searching for strength and hope, songs like "Up Like a Lion" reminded me to keep fighting one day at a time. His music wasn't just something I listened to—it became a source of encouragement that helped me keep moving forward.
In this heartfelt conversation, Aryeh shares the stories behind some of his most powerful songs, including "Just a Child" and "Up Like a Lion." We talk about faith, fatherhood, growing up in a musical family, discovering his calling, songwriting, Israel, and how music can inspire people through life's greatest challenges.
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00:00 Introduction 01:35 Growing up in a musical family 07:40 Discovering his calling 15:30 The story behind "Just a Child" 26:45 How "Up Like a Lion" gave hope during difficult times 37:10 Fatherhood & family 45:20 Israel and Jewish unity 55:00 Songwriting process 1:05:00 Speed Round 1:10:00 Final message
🔥 Topics Covered Aryeh Kunstler Interview Up Like a Lion Just a Child Jewish Music Faith Emunah Fatherhood Israel Songwriting Inspiration Hope LivingYosh Podcast
🇮🇱 Hillel Fuld on LivingYosh | Why Every Jew Should Consider Making Aliyah
04 Sep 2026
00:47:54
🇮🇱 Hillel Fuld on LivingYosh | Why Every Jew Should Consider Making Aliyah | Israel, Faith, AI & the Future of the Jewish People
What does it mean to truly stand up for Israel?
In this powerful episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Hillel Fuld—one of Israel's leading tech advisors, entrepreneurs, and outspoken advocates for the Jewish people. Known worldwide for promoting Israeli innovation and speaking boldly in defense of Israel, Hillel shares his heart, his faith, and why he believes the future of the Jewish people is in Israel.
We discuss:
🇮🇱 Why Hillel believes every Jew should seriously consider making aliyah ✡️ The future of the Jewish people 💙 What makes him hopeful—and what makes him sad 🙏 Faith, purpose, and using your voice to make a difference 💻 Israel as the Startup Nation 🤖 Artificial Intelligence and where it's taking the world 📱 Fighting misinformation about Israel 👨👩👧 Mentorship, leadership, and family ❤️ His advice for those who dream of living in Israel but aren't able to move yet
This conversation is about much more than technology. It's about purpose, courage, Jewish identity, and building a better future for Am Yisrael.
If this interview inspired you, please: ✅ Like this video ✅ Subscribe to LivingYosh ✅ Share it with friends and family ✅ Leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on aliyah and Israel.
Joe Buchanan: The Country Singer Who Found Judaism | LivingYosh Podcast
04 Sep 2026
00:59:47
🎙️ Joe Buchanan | From Texas Country Singer to Judaism | Faith, Music, Israel & Purpose | LivingYosh Podcast
How does a country singer from Texas discover Judaism—and completely transform his life?
In this inspiring episode of the LivingYosh Podcast, Joshua Markell sits down with Joe Buchanan, a one-of-a-kind Jewish country music artist whose incredible journey has inspired people around the world.
Joe shares his powerful story of discovering Judaism, how faith changed his life forever, the meaning behind his music, Israel, finding purpose, and how following God's path led him to a life he never imagined.
If you've ever wondered how to find purpose, strengthen your faith, or pursue your passion, this conversation is for you.
⭐ Topics We Discuss
Joe's journey to Judaism Country music and Jewish faith Finding purpose through God Israel and the Jewish people The healing power of music Living your passion Legacy, happiness, and faith
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Remember: Keep Praying. Keep Growing. Keep Choosing Kindness. Keep Living With Purpose.
Jason Cabello on Addiction, Recovery & Why Most People Give Up | Recovery Unplugged | LivingYosh
04 Sep 2026
00:47:38
Can you ever truly overcome addiction? Why do so many people give up on recovery? And what does it really mean when people say, "The struggle is real?"
On this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Jason Cabello—Music Industry Professional, Filmmaker, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Elsewhere by Recovery Unplugged—for one of the most honest conversations about addiction, recovery, hope, mental health, purpose, and resilience.
Jason shares his personal recovery journey, the lessons he learned from rock bottom, how music became a path to healing, and why no one should ever lose hope.
If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation could change your perspective.
👇 Please Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today.
🎙 Guest: Jason Cabello
Executive Director & Co-Founder – Elsewhere by Recovery Unplugged
🎙️ Ari Fraser on Faith, Music, Family & Finding Purpose | LivingYosh Podcast
04 Sep 2026
00:50:56
🎙️ Ari Fraser on Faith, Music, Family & Finding Purpose | LivingYosh Podcast
In this inspiring episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with my good friend Ari Fraser—an internationally recognized singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and storyteller whose music has inspired people around the world.
We discuss:
* Ari's journey into music * Finding purpose through faith * Family and fatherhood * The stories behind his music * Creativity, filmmaking, and inspiration * How to stay true to yourself in a world full of distractions * Advice for anyone searching for their passion
If you're looking for an uplifting conversation about faith, perseverance, purpose, and following your dreams, this episode is for you.
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Koby Israelite: “Just Blame the Jews” — Music, Israel, Antisemitism. Incredible Story | LivingYosh
04 Sep 2026
00:53:55
🎙️ KOBY ISRAELITE on LivingYosh
What happens when you refuse to let anyone put your music — or your identity — into a box?
I sat down with Koby Israelite, the Israeli-born composer, producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music crosses everything from Jewish and Middle Eastern sounds to Balkan music, jazz, rock, punk and heavy metal.
We go back to Koby’s childhood growing up in Israel, where he began playing piano at only six years old, and follow his incredible journey through music and eventually to London.
We talk about discovering his own unique sound, becoming a multi-instrumentalist, the accordion, taking chances as an artist, Jewish identity, Israel, humor, antisemitism and what keeps him creating after all these years.
And, of course, we talk about the song that immediately caught my attention:
🎵 “JUST BLAME THE JEWS”
Why write a song with a title like that?
Koby talks about using music, humor and satire to confront a subject that unfortunately has followed the Jewish people for generations.
This conversation is about much more than music. It’s about identity, creativity, humor, perseverance, being Jewish and having the courage to create something that sounds like YOU.
🎵 “JUST BLAME THE JEWS” — CREDITS
Images are AI. Music is real.
Koby Israelite — Music & Lyrics, Drums, Bass, Guitar, Accordion & Piano Guy Barzily — Vocal Clip by Koby Israelite & Michal Behagen
Sebastian Cetina Unfiltered: Stand-Up Comedy, Wild Impressions & His Funniest Stories | LivingYosh
04 Sep 2026
01:06:07
Sebastian Cetina joins me on the LivingYosh Podcast for a hilarious and personal conversation about the man behind the microphone.
We take Sebastian all the way back to the beginning — the neighborhood he grew up in, what he was like as a kid, whether he was a prankster, his first car, his first kiss, and the experiences that helped shape his sense of humor.
Then we get into what Sebastian does best: COMEDY. 😂
Sebastian opens up about his journey into stand-up comedy, performing in front of live audiences, bombing onstage, creating characters, doing impressions, improvisation, finding comedy in everyday people, and what it really takes to make a room full of strangers laugh.
Sebastian has spent more than two decades in comedy as a stand-up comedian, host, actor, producer and impressionist, performing at comedy clubs and venues across the country.
This conversation isn't only about the jokes.
If you enjoy conversations that are funny, personal, inspirational and completely unpredictable, make sure to:
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What’s It Really Like Being a Jewish Comedian? Eli Lebowicz | LivingYosh
04 Sep 2026
01:19:25
🎙️ Jewish Comedian Eli Lebowicz on Comedy After October 7, Antisemitism & the Power of Laughter
What happens when making people laugh becomes more than just comedy?
On this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Jewish stand-up comedian Eli Lebowicz for a conversation about his journey into comedy, discovering that being funny could actually become a career, and what it's like building that career while proudly embracing his Jewish identity.
We talk about how Eli's stand-up has evolved over the years, bombing on stage, finding his own comedic voice, Jewish audiences, J-Sketch, and the person behind the comedian.
We also get into a much deeper conversation:
What is the role of humor after October 7?
Can laughter help people heal during painful times? Is humor sometimes an escape from reality — or can it actually give us the strength to face reality?
And, of course, we finish with a LivingYosh speed round.
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Sometimes laughter doesn't mean we're ignoring the pain. Sometimes laughter helps give us the strength to keep going.
The Babka King Chris CaresNone: Jewish Food, Determination & Bringing People Together | LivingYosh
04 Sep 2026
00:45:27
Meet Chris Campbell — better known as Chris CaresNone and “The Babka King.” 👑
You may know him from his viral food videos, his love for babka and Jewish food, and that unmistakable personality — but there’s much more to Chris than what you see on social media.
On this episode of LivingYosh, we go beyond the food and meet the man behind the Babka King.
Chris opens up about his childhood, what he was like in school, the neighborhood that shaped him, how his relationship with food has changed over the years, and the experiences that tested his strength and determination.
We talk about finding his voice, building a massive social media following, where “Hey, whatever city!” came from, becoming the Babka King, and his unexpected connection with Jewish food, Jewish culture and the Jewish community.
We also get into faith, what inspires him, why he continues to smile and bring happiness to other people, and whether something as simple as sharing food can help bring people from completely different backgrounds together.
And of course... you can't have the Babka King on LivingYosh without talking BABKA. 👑
This is a conversation about determination, food, culture, laughter, resilience and bringing people together.
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Orthodox Jew Who Made D1 Football History | Texas A&M’s Sam Salz | LivingYosh
04 Sep 2026
00:42:45
🏈 He had NEVER played organized football — then he made the Texas A&M football team.
On this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Sam Salz, the first known Orthodox Jewish player in NCAA Division I football.
Sam's story sounds almost impossible.
He attended an Orthodox Jewish high school that didn't even have a football team. He arrived at Texas A&M without prior organized football experience and refused to give up on his dream. After months of persistence and training, Sam earned his place as a walk-on with the Aggies.
He kept Shabbat, wore his kippah and tzitzit, and chose jersey #39 — representing the 39 melachot of Shabbat.
Then, after years of waiting, Sam finally stepped onto the field for Texas A&M against New Mexico State in 2024.
In this conversation, Sam opens up about:
🏈 Why he chose football despite never playing organized football growing up ✡️ Being openly Orthodox Jewish in Division I college football 🙏 Keeping Shabbat while playing for an SEC program 3️⃣9️⃣ The powerful meaning behind jersey #39 💪 Training when almost nobody believed his dream was possible 🏟️ What it felt like finally getting onto the field for Texas A&M 👨👩👦 His family and the people who shaped him 🎤 Becoming a public voice for Jewish identity and faith 👀 Being recognized and dealing with attention 🎟️ Whether everyone suddenly starts asking you for football tickets 🔥 Failure, persistence and refusing to quit 🎯 What's next for Sam Salz
This is bigger than football.
It's a conversation about faith, identity, resilience and having the courage to chase a dream without giving up who you are.
From College World Series Champion to a $30M Ponzi Scheme & Federal Prison
04 Sep 2026
01:27:27
⚾ From College World Series Champion to Federal Prison — The Sam Favata Story
On this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Sam Favata for a raw conversation about extraordinary success, devastating mistakes, consequences, and rebuilding your life.
Sam was a member of Cal State Fullerton's 1979 College World Series championship team and was later drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers. His professional baseball career took a devastating turn after he suffered a catastrophic head injury after being hit by a pitch.
Years later, Sam's life took another dramatic turn when he became involved in a multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme that ultimately led to federal prison.
But this conversation goes much deeper than the headlines.
We talk about:
⚾ Growing up and discovering baseball 🏆 Winning the 1979 College World Series ⚾ Being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers 💥 The devastating baseball injury that changed his life 💰 Success, money and losing control ⚠️ When Sam realized he had a serious problem 💔 What happened when family and people close to him walked away 🔒 Life inside federal prison 🙏 Accountability, regret and forgiveness 💪 Rebuilding after losing almost everything 🗣️ Sam's message to anyone heading down a dangerous path
This isn't a conversation about excusing the past. It's about confronting it.
Can someone be defined by the worst decisions they've ever made — or by what they choose to do afterward?
🎙️ SAM FAVATA SOCIAL MEDIA
Instagram: @sam.favata3 TikTok: @sam.favata3 Facebook: Sam Favata
Dr. Jonathan Donath: How Giving Just $1 a Day Can Change Lives | Daily Giving
04 Sep 2026
00:56:39
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What can $1 a day really accomplish?
For Dr. Jonathan Donath, one simple moment before Maariv became the beginning of something much bigger.
Dr. Donath is a chiropractor and the founder of Daily Giving, an organization built around a simple but powerful idea: when thousands of people commit to giving just $1 every day, small acts of tzedakah can create an enormous collective impact.
In this episode of LivingYosh, Dr. Donath shares the story behind Daily Giving — from the idea that came to him while putting a dollar into a tzedakah box, to launching with just 46 people, to the persistence it took to keep growing the movement.
We talk about:
• Who Jonathan Donath was before becoming Dr. Donath • Why he chose chiropractic care and a life of helping people • The moment the idea for Daily Giving was born • Why he refused to let a day pass without finding another giver • Tzedakah, consistency and the power of giving every day • Emunah and seeing Hashem along the journey • Jewish unity and bringing people together through giving
This conversation isn't really about one dollar.
It's about what can happen when one small act of kindness becomes a daily habit — and thousands of people do it together.
If this conversation inspires you, please LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE the episode. It helps LivingYosh continue bringing you meaningful conversations with people who are making a difference.
One dollar. One day at a time. One opportunity to make a difference.
Jared Firestone: The Jewish Jet Who Represented Israel on the World Stage
04 Sep 2026
01:02:18
🇮🇱 JARED FIRESTONE — THE JEWISH JET | LIVINGYOSH
What does it take to race headfirst down an icy track at incredible speeds — while proudly representing Israel on the world stage?
On this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Jared Firestone — “The Jewish Jet” — a 2026 Winter Olympian, skeleton racer, attorney, and proud representative of Israel.
Jared's journey is about much more than speed or sports.
We talk about growing up in South Florida, discovering skeleton, becoming an elite athlete, overcoming a serious health scare, narrowly missing his first opportunity at the Olympics, battling injuries, and ultimately achieving his dream of becoming an Olympian.
Jared shares what it means to compete internationally with the Magen David proudly displayed on his helmet, what representing Israel and the Jewish people means to him, and why continuing his Olympic journey became about something much bigger than himself.
In this conversation:
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Kelly Siegel: How to Become HARDER THAN LIFE & Overcome Anything
04 Sep 2026
01:07:38
kelly Siegel: How to Become Harder Than Life | LivingYosh
What does it really take to turn adversity into strength?
In this special episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Kelly Siegel — entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, CEO of National Technology Management, and host of the Harder Than Life podcast.
This conversation was personal for me.
During some of the hardest periods of my own life, people like Kelly were the people I needed to hear from — people who had been through adversity themselves and could honestly say, "I've been there, and you can keep going."
Kelly and I go deep into his journey: his childhood, how he got started, building a successful business, sobriety, fatherhood, fitness, personal growth, breaking generational cycles, and the mindset behind Harder Than Life.
Why Holocaust Education Matters More Than Ever- Fabulous Flores
04 Sep 2026
01:03:11
What happens when remembering history becomes more important than ever?
On this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Fabulous Flores, Holocaust historian and CEO of the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (HAMEC).
Fabulous has dedicated her career to Holocaust education, preserving history, sharing the stories of survivors, and making sure the lessons of the Holocaust are never forgotten.
In this meaningful conversation, we go beyond her title and get to know Fabulous the person.
We talk about whether she loved history as a child, the story behind her unforgettable name, her previous careers, her connection to Judaism, and what ultimately led her to devote her life to Holocaust education.
We also have an important conversation about October 7, the rise of antisemitism, and how those events have affected Fabulous personally and strengthened her passion for educating the next generation.
As the number of living Holocaust survivors continues to decline, who will carry their stories forward?
And what responsibility do all of us have to make sure the world truly understands what “Never Again” means?
We discuss:
• The story behind the name Fabulous Flores • Her childhood and love of history • Her career before becoming CEO • Her connection to Judaism and the Jewish community • Why she became passionate about Holocaust history • Becoming CEO of HAMEC • How October 7 affected her personally • The rise of antisemitism • Why Holocaust education matters today • Preserving survivors' stories for future generations • What young people need to learn from history • And a fun LivingYosh Speed Round
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The Israeli Foodie: Inside Israel’s Best Food, Shuk Tours & Kosher Cooking | Yehudah Jacobs
04 Sep 2026
00:51:46
What makes Israeli food so special? 🇮🇱🍽️
Today on LivingYosh, I sit down with Yehudah Jacobs — The Israeli Foodie, a kosher private chef, Israeli food expert, shuk tour guide, and culinary workshop host.
We go beyond the kitchen and get to know Yehudah’s story — from his taste buds as a kid and favorite family foods to becoming The Israeli Foodie and turning his passion for food into a career.
We talk about Israeli cuisine, the incredible experience of walking through Israel’s shuks, favorite restaurants, childhood food memories, kosher cooking, culinary workshops, what makes a great meal, and plenty of fun food debates.
And of course, we put Yehudah through the LivingYosh Speed Round!
Jewish Magician Shlomo Levinger Left Me Speechless! | Amazing Magic Tricks
04 Sep 2026
00:53:24
ewish magician and mentalist Shlomo Levinger joins LivingYosh for an unforgettable conversation—and performs an incredible magic trick that literally knocked me out of my seat!
Shlomo has amazed audiences worldwide with his street magic, card tricks and mind-blowing illusions. He has performed for professional athletes, celebrities and major sports teams while proudly representing his Jewish faith.
In this interview, Shlomo discusses:
✨ How he discovered his passion for magic 🃏 The practice behind his amazing card tricks ✡️ Why he believes Hashem gave him this special gift 😊 Using magic to bring happiness to people 🇮🇱 Bringing smiles to the Jewish community since October 7 🍎 Finding wonder and inspiration before Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur 🎩 Whether magic is more popular today than ever before
Watch until the end to see the incredible trick that completely caught me off guard!
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Elliot Auerbacher: Grilling for Israel & Feeding IDF Soldiers | LivingYosh
04 Sep 2026
01:00:04
What starts with one grill can become something much bigger. 🇮🇱🔥
Today on LivingYosh, I sit down with Elliot Auerbacher, founder of Grilling for Israel, for a meaningful conversation about his life, his connection to Israel, and how a mission to feed Israeli soldiers grew into something extraordinary.
We talk about the man behind the grill, what inspired Elliot to take action, the soldiers he has met along the way, the impact of October 7, and what it means to show our Chayalim that they are loved, appreciated, and never alone.
Elliot's story is a powerful reminder that you don't have to be able to do everything—you just have to be willing to do something.
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