Learn Persian with Chai and Conversation teaches you conversational Persian in a fun and casual manner in weekly lessons of about 15-20 minutes each. Check out our website chaiandconversation.com for more information.
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Chai And Conversation Podcasts
Contact Chai is Mishkan Chicago’s podcast feed, where you can hear our Shabbat sermons, Morning Minyans, interviews with Jewish thought leaders, and more.
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Just the audio ramblings and ponderings of a growing person
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Welcome to GiveWell’s podcast sharing the latest updates on our work. Tune in for conversations with GiveWell staff members discussing current priorities of our Research team and recent developments in the global health landscape.
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Warm Intro is what happens when you sit down at a dinner party and fall into the best conversation in the room. Not an interview. A conversation. Honest, human, and sometimes weird conversation with interesting people doing big things. Entrepreneurs, artists, politicians and chefs open up about their childhoods, hot takes and insecurities — with honesty, humor, and heart. Presented by Wefunder. Hosted by Chai Mishra. Views are our own.
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“Chai & Chronicles with Kirti” is where conversations flow like a warm cup of chai- comforting, bold, and full of flavor! From traditions and modern dilemmas to everyday experiences and cultural shifts, nothing is off the table. In each episode, Kirti dives into thought-provoking topics, challenging norms and sparking meaningful discussions—sometimes over chai, sometimes over controversy.
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I’m Shai, having a cup of chai, here to talk about varied subjects. Season 1 contained an extremely cringe-worthy storytelling of my diary from younger years. Season 2 moves to current times and my journey through the egg freezing process. Follow for new episodes!
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Interactions between a Yoga professional and a non-yoga person covering a range of topics from yoga (of course!), wellness, health, nutrition, mindfullness and meditation. It is friendly and interactive and completely jargon-free (we hate jargons!). You can ask questions, share your experiences and be a part of this journey!Archna Mohan is a practising yoga professional for 10+ years, having earned her degree from Yoga Alliance, UK and trained under various gurus across Europe and Americas. ...
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Moments with Mamta is a gentle pause in your busy day—a space filled with heartfelt stories, simple reflections, and soulful conversations. Join Mamta as she explores life’s everyday moments, uncovering the lessons, laughter, and love hidden within them. A podcast that feels like a warm cup of chai shared with a friend. The host, Mamta Narula, is a seasoned media and communications professional. Since 1998, she has been a prominent voice on Indian radio in the U.S., serving as a radio host, ...
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A soulful exploration of the hospitality industry through the eyes of celebrated restaurateur and author Steve Palmer. Combining the richness of grace—a pre-meal tradition in the South, a gift freely given, and a timeless virtue—with the transformative journey of hospitality, this podcast dives deep into the stories behind the industry. With heartfelt conversations, Palmer uncovers personal journeys of resilience, mental health breakthroughs, and sources of inspiration, showcasing how lives ...
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A little bit of everything podcast where I, Anjana talk about all things that make my life adventurous! Right from my journey as a parent to discovering myself again, this podcast is like having chai with a friend!
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Leadership may come with a list of privileges. However, many often discover that being on top is somewhat lonely and challenging. Without knowing how to perform with intentionality, your team may see you as distant and too hard to reach. This disconnect will adversely affect any team, causing it to underperform and under-deliver. Welcome to The Intentional Leader, the podcast dedicated to transforming good leaders into great ones. In this show, we focus less on the theoretical aspect of lead ...
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In under 30 minutes, join Wize Grazette as he connects with podcasters to uncover their unique stories behind the mic. Each episode spotlights creators sharing their personal journeys, creative passions, and the moments that inspired them on their journey. Whether you're into trending podcasts or exploring new perspectives, this series is perfect for a quick listen on the go. Listen to our guest's favorite songs on our Spotify or YouTube, B-Sides Track of the week playlist. Add our playlist ...
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An opinionated humanitarian, a pensive bibliophile and a creative idealist- All stuck in the mediocre 20s life. Shares their mid-life crisis, misadventures, reflections, unheard and unpopular opinions and many more over a cup of Chai. If you are someone who misses chai time chat with your friends, this might interest you! Call us One Tea Ones or Irene, Akhil and Nicky. ;) Also Featuring: Kannan and Bharat. Hope you enjoy our stories. Cheers. Peace Out!
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Behind the scenes with today's top business leaders to understand how they are digitally transforming their company: Which technology tools they're using, where they're seeing success, biggest challenges, how they run their team, dealing with changing customer behaviour, top leadership and life/career lessons and more. Hosted by Danny Levy
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Tune in to RADIANT GENIUS PODCAST, with creative strategist Elsa Mehary, leading you through the art of business adventure and healing transformation during modern chaotic times. *This podcast* is a soothing balm for the overwhelmed entrepreneur from wellness tips to tech trends plus actionable steps to keep you aligned on an authentic life journey. Grab your favorite chai and let's go!** Want to learn more about Radiant Genius Podcast and host Elsa Mehary. Follow on IG @radiantgeniuspod or ...
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Conversations with Purrr sees Pauline Nguyen interview the outliers of the world - the misfits, the creative thinkers, those that push the boundaries, those that are open to all possibilities, the rebels, the mavericks and the extraordinary. Pauline skillfully navigates the conversation to get to the very essence of the interviewee - what makes them tick, what makes them successful at this thing called life, what have they learned on the journey. These attributes combined, set the stage for ...
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Hey, I’m Cara and I'm an English listening skills coach who brings together adventurous expats and intrepid travellers to watch and discuss movies in English so they can understand native speakers, themselves and the world around them better. To receive my bi-monthly "Chai Latte Letters" in your inbox and get announcements about events like watch parties, download my free guide below, "Understand Movies in English" which will teach you how to understand fast-talking native speakers using you ...
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This is a podcast for lifestyle lolitas by a lifestyle lolita. If you enjoy lolita fashion, this may be the podcast for you!
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The Australia India Institute Podcast examines key questions facing contemporary India and the Australia-India relationship. The Australia India Institute podcast is brought to you in association with the Australia India Institute @ Delhi and founding partners La Trobe University and the University of New South Wales.
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On Trailblazers, we dive deep into the journeys of trailblazing South Asians. To date, Simi Shah, our founder and host, has welcomed ClassPass Founder Payal Kadakia, Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal, 49ers President Paraag Marathe, and other world-renowned South Asian trailblazers. Learn more at southasiantrailblazers.com.
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A never ending conversation between best friends talking about life, travel, media, food, business, and everything in between. Slide into our Instagram DMs @isandsesh or email us at [email protected] because we want you to talk to us too!
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Real stories, real healing — Asian women rewriting the narrative, one conversation at a time. A powerful space where Asian women share real stories about identity, family, culture, and mental health — hosted by True Wealth Coach and mental fitness trainer Sandy Kusano. Spilling Our Tea is where Asian women around the world bring their stories out of the shadows and into the spotlight. Hosted by Sandy Kusano — True Wealth Coach, mental fitness trainer, and storyteller — this podcast dives int ...
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Listen to Mahfuz's ramblings in between his long drives (don't worry, the mic is safely attached)! Mahfuz shares valuable insights on Personal Development, Growth Mindset, and day-to-day thoughts of a motivated millennial.
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Culture | Ferdowsi's Shahnameh, On the Creation of the World, Part 3
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20:39In this lesson, we proceed to the third part of our discussion of the section “On the Creation of the World” from Ferdowsi's Shahnameh with Dr. Omid Arabian. This part of the epic poem discusses the formation of the Earth.By Chai & Conversation
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Get your holiday shopping done at Mishkan's first-ever Hanukkah Market! Come early to services on Friday, December 12th, at Second Unitarian to browse Judaica, jewelry, and crafts made by Mishkanite artists while sipping wine and schmoozing with friends. The market begins at 5:30 pm. https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/mishkan-hanukkah-market-2025…
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The Most Bipartisan Congressman in America
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54:44Congressman Mike Lawler holds a seat that no other Republican had held since the year he was born (he is a 39-year-old Republican from deep-blue New York). The reason he was able to win — and keep — that seat is the same reason he's been ranked one of the most bipartisan members of Congress: he understands the assignment. He knows politics is about…
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Finding Balance: Medicine, Motherhood & Mindfulness with Dr. Kavita Gupta
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22:39In this uplifting episode of Moments with Mamta, host Mamta Narula sits down with Dr. Kavita Gupta, a pain-management physician, wellness coach, mother, and lifelong learner who believes inspiration should be part of everyday life. Dr. Kavita opens up about balancing a demanding medical career with emotional wellness, creativity, friendships, and f…
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My GUBA Awards Barbados 2025 Recap and One Year of Behind the Mic
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11:39This episode takes you through my personal experience covering the GUBA Awards Barbados 2025. I walk you through the Trade and Investment Conference, the GUBA Award Show, and the moments that stood out to me throughout the weekend. I also reflect on what it means to reach one year and fifty episodes of Behind the Mic, and how the growth, the lesson…
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From Chopped Champion to Chai: Chef Reuben Dhanawade’s Delicious Journey
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40:13In this flavorful and heartfelt episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean and Jen Olson sit down with chef, culinary competitor, and chai entrepreneur Reuben Dhanawade. Reuben shares his leadership journey from learning to cook with his mom after immigrating to the U.S., to competing on Food Network’s Chopped and Supermarket Stakeout. He open…
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From Kerala to New York: The Culinary Journey of Chef Regi Mathew
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22:54In this flavorful episode of Moments with Mamta, host Mamta Narula sits down with acclaimed chef and restaurateur Chef Regi Mathew, the visionary behind Kappa Chakka Kandhari and the man responsible for bringing the true spirit of Kerala’s cuisine to New York City. The name Chatti refers to the traditional clay pot central to Kerala’s toddy shops a…
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Culture | Ferdowsi's Shahnameh, On the Creation of the World, Part 2
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20:39In this lesson, we continue our discussion of the section “On the Creation of the World” from Ferdowsi's Shahnameh with Dr. Omid Arabian. This part of the epic poem discusses the very beginnings of the universe.By Chai & Conversation
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Some of you may remember Julie Fishbach from Davening Team or recall her spot-on impression of Rabbi Lizzi in Purim spiels over the years. Julie is also one of many, many Mishkanites who have gone on to attend rabbinical school — including Rabbi Steven. At our November 21st service, Julie made her triumphant Mishkan return as a visiting scholar, de…
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Bridging an Uncertain Time for a Lifesaving Program: November 20, 2025
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30:32Despite significant progress over the past several decades, malaria remains a leading cause of death globally for children under five. This year’s cuts to foreign aid funding disrupted highly effective programs to prevent malaria, such as seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC). SMC provides antimalarial medication to children under the age of five …
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Today's Morning Minyan features "Beautiful People" by Aly Halpert. Every weekday at 8:00 am, Mishkan Chicago holds a virtual Morning Minyan. You can join in yourself, or listen to all the prayer, music, and inspiration right here on Contact Chai. https://mishkan.shulcloud.com/form/reg-morning-minyan-evergreen Want to support what we do? Become a Bu…
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Choosing Happiness Over Success: A Heartfelt Conversation with Tariq Khan
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27:14Description In this inspiring opening episode of Moments with Mamta, host Mamta Narula sits down with Tariq Khan, a marketing leader, professor, author, and global traveler, to explore the meaningful moments that shaped his journey from corporate success to a life driven by purpose and fulfillment. Khan is a Clinical Associate Professor of Integrat…
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Today’s episode is a Shabbat Replay of our service on November 15th when Rabbi Lizzi delivered a drash all about love. The Torah also calls us to love our fellow Jews. But surely not that Jew, right? The one who won’t stop posting about, y’know? The one you have blocked on Facebook? Unfortunately, Maimonides says we have to love them too. So how do…
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Culture | Ferdowsi's Shahnameh, On the Creation of the World, Part 1
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35:48In this lesson, we begin our discussion of the section of Ferdowsi's Shahnameh called “On the Creation of the World” with Dr. Omid Arabian. We begin with a discussion of just the first two lines (the first two rhyming couplets).By Chai & Conversation
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Inside DJ Tricey Trice’s Rise and Her Sports Takeover
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32:04There is a spark you feel the moment someone is built for the mic, and DJ Tricey Trice brings that spark from the second she sits down. In this episode of Behind the Mic, we tap into the fire, the discipline, and the joy that turn her sports commentary into a daily pulse check for fans. From recording on a $40 dollar webcam in her kitchen to hostin…
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Silicon Valley’s Most Effective Philanthropist
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1:13:51Matt Flannery’s work has uplifted over six million families across a hundred countries. That’s because Matt is one of the godfathers of microfinance. His creations, Kiva and Branch, have delivered billions of dollars in small loans to some of the most forgotten and overlooked people in the world. But Matt doesn’t see himself as a philanthropist. In…
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May I Suggest This Is The Best Part Of Your Life?
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32:38Today's Morning Minyan features "Shiviti" by Yoel Sykes and the Red Molly cover of "May I Suggest," original song by Susan Werner. Every weekday at 8:00 am, Mishkan Chicago holds a virtual Morning Minyan. You can join in yourself, or listen to all the prayer, music, and inspiration right here on Contact Chai. https://mishkan.shulcloud.com/form/reg-…
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From DJ Booth to CEO: Bill Montgomery on Leading Through Change and Growth
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40:24In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson interviews Bill Montgomery, President & CEO of River Radio. Bill shares his journey from college radio to leading a growing, multi-market media organization with purpose and integrity. Learn how he navigated difficult leadership seasons, expanded a nonprofit radio network through mergers…
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Changing The World Ten Righteous People At A Time
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14:45Today’s episode is a Shabbat Replay of our service on November 7th, 2025, when Rabbi Steven reflected on an interfaith service and protest outside the ICE Detention Facility in Broadview. Our tradition insists that the world can be transformed by the goodness of even a few people acting together as a mitzvot minyan; if there had been just ten right…
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AI in Action: Building Transparent, Scalable Impact w/ Meta’s Rafael Frankel
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1:03:04What does it take to make AI truly work for people — not just profits? In this episode, Rafael Frankel, Director of Public Policy for Asia-Pacific at Meta, joins Danny Levy to share how one of the world’s most influential technology companies is driving responsible, transparent, and scalable AI adoption across the region. A former journalist turned…
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Dr. Kevin Greenidge on Barbados’ Economic Transformation and His GUBA Vanguard Nomination
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33:55In this episode of Behind the Mic, I sit down with Dr. Kevin Greenidge, Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados and GUBA Vanguard Award nominee, to explore his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to national leadership. We talk about his belief that purpose and vision can transform lives, the economic turnaround of Barbados through the BE…
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Today's Morning Minyan features a short tallis meditation on love followed by a tribute to our very own Rachel Goldberg who is now an ordained rabbi installed in a congregation in Ashland, Oregon. This episode includes a few words on Solomon's Ring, a prayer for healing, Rena Branson's song "Our Power," and Mourner's Kaddish. Every weekday at 8:00 …
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Wize Grazette on Winning the 2025 Legend Award
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5:36In this bonus episode of Behind the Mic, I’m celebrating a huge milestone in my journey, receiving the 2025 Black Podcasting Awards Legend Award. After more than a decade in podcasting, it still feels surreal to be called a legend. You’ll hear the full acceptance speech from the ceremony, my reflections on what this moment means, and how I’m focusi…
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Against the Backdrop of Selfishness and Greed, Be a Blessing
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24:44Today’s episode is a Shabbat Replay of our service on November 1st. Rabbi Lizzi delivered a sermon on the sin of Sodom. Or, rather, the sins of Sodom! According to the rabbis, these included selfishness, arrogance, apathy — a failure to share their abundance of resources with the needy. In our own time of greed, how can we choose to bless our neigh…
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The Founder Who Helped Startups Raise Over $1 Billion
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46:48Nick Tommarello has probably helped fund more American founders than almost anyone alive. But Nick’s not a businessman — he’s a founder. That distinction matters a lot to him and it defines everything about him. See, Nick loves risk and he thrives on uncertainty and chaos. He’s good at helping founders because he literally can’t imagine having a re…
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Beyond the Spreadsheets: Malawi Site Visit Days 5 and 6
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32:31Our Beyond the Spreadsheets mini-series lets you ride along with our leadership team on their recent weeklong site visit to Malawi. Recorded daily during the trip, the series shares the behind-the-scenes experience of a GiveWell site visit through real-time reflections and clips of conversations. On day five, the GiveWell team visited a school in L…
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From the Tumultuous Waters to a World on Fire (Audio Fixed)
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25:36Every weekday at 8:00 am, Mishkan Chicago holds a virtual Morning Minyan. You can join in yourself, or listen to all the prayer, music, and inspiration right here on Contact Chai. https://mishkan.shulcloud.com/form/reg-morning-minyan-evergreen Want to support what we do? Become a Builder or donate today! https://www.mishkanchicago.org/support/be-a-…
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EP 3: A Conversation with Chef John Fleer
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1:00:16A native of Winston-Salem, NC, Asheville-based Chef John Fleer has earned critical acclaim for the way he transforms local ingredients into world-class dishes. The unique "foothills cuisine" he helped establish at Tennessee's Blackberry Farm walked the line between refined and rugged; fancy and familiar. The "freestyle American" cuisine he later br…
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Today’s episode is a Shabbat Replay of our service on October 24th. Chicago has been laid siege by federal forces. The America they are building, one of dehumanizing borders between nations, peoples, and neighbors, has a lot in common with that most infamous building in Jewish lore — the Tower of Babel. How can we build another America, another wor…
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AFRICON 2025 Day Two - How the Diaspora is shaping the Creative future (Part 2 of 2)
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20:04Africon 2025 was more than an event, it was proof that the diaspora is shaping the creative future. In this episode, I continue my Africon recap with part two of my conversation with Anna and Odessa on the power of unity across the global Black community. Then I share highlights from my mentorship circle, where young creators explored how podcastin…
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In this lesson, we learn some more expressions for expressing thanks, particularly in the context of visiting a jewelry store or other shop and making arrangements in advance.By Chai & Conversation
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The Startup Founder Running For Governor Of California
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1:00:52Ethan Agarwal is the youngest and strangest candidate running for Governor. Ethan’s not a politician, he’s a founder. And a very successful one. He grew his first company to $100M in revenue, and then sold it. He then raised $50M for a second company — which he then also sold in 2025 Within months of that exit, he launched a run for governor as a p…
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EP 2: A Conversation with Graham House, Sean McMullen, and Sarah Charles Hereford of Luminosa
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1:23:22Executive Chef Graham House, Chef de Cuisine Sean McMullen, and Director of Food & Beverage Sarah Charles Hereford are the talented trio behind beloved restaurant Luminosa at The Flat Iron Hotel in Asheville. Known for its elegant yet approachable take on Italian cuisine, Luminosa celebrates the spirit of the mountains through local ingredients, se…
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Every weekday at 8:00 am, Mishkan Chicago holds a virtual Morning Minyan. You can join in yourself, or listen to all the prayer, music, and inspiration right here on Contact Chai. https://mishkan.shulcloud.com/form/reg-morning-minyan-evergreen Want to support what we do? Become a Builder or donate today! https://www.mishkanchicago.org/support/be-a-…
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Interview | Growing Up Irooni - Nilo Tabrizy on the Cost of Telling Iran’s Story
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1:06:24In this episode of Growing Up Irooni, journalist Nilo Tabrizy joins Leyla Shams to talk about her groundbreaking book For the Sun After Long Nights — The Story of Iran’s Women-Led Uprising, recently long-listed for the National Book Award. Nilo reflects on what it means to love a country she can no longer return to, the emotional toll of reporting …
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Leading with Respect, Strategy, and Grit: Boston’s Pizza VP Nimesh Patel
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39:08In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson interviews Nimesh Patel, Vice President of Operations & Culinary at Boston’s Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar. From cleaning motel rooms as a kid to building a thriving franchise and earning an MBA, Nimesh shares an inspiring journey of hard work, humility, and lifelong learning. Discover h…
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The night before a contingent of Mishkanites joined the massive October 18th, 2025 No Kings March, Rabbi Lizzi gave us some framing for the longstanding Jewish rejection of the idea that any person or people is greater than another. In the beginning, there were no kings. So, how did we end up in this mess? And what can we do about it? Produced by M…
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In this lesson, we learn some other tārof-related expressions for expressing thanks, especially when talking to people at a party or other social gathering.By Chai & Conversation
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