Best Jew Function Podcasts (2025)

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TJF Talks #107 w/Doron Keidar | The right kind of Jew 1:37:51

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Doron Keidar is an Israeli combat veteran, security expert, filmmaker, and international speaker. With two decades of experience in the IDF—including elite special operations—he brings a rare, firsthand perspective on Israel’s security challenges and Jewish history. Beyond the battlefield, Doron has spent nearly 20 years protecting high-profile lea…

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Healing the Mind at the Root -with Dr. Achina Stein 1:09:10

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Functional Psychiatrist Dr. Acina Stein to explore how addressing root causes can transform mental health. We discuss integrative approaches, healing beyond medication, and practical steps for emotional resilience — plus a Torah extro with Bracha Krohn to bring a spiritual perspective into mental heal…

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Building Bridges – Fostering a Healthy Relationship between Christians and Jews 1:35:17

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Send us a text Dara sits down with Tommy Waller of Ha-Yovel, a Christian Zionist who has been living in Israel for 20 years. We explore the power of mutual respect, shared values, and collaboration between our communities. Rabbi Tuly Weisz of Israel365 then brings the Torah perspective, highlighting why these connections are so essential in our tim…

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Salt: From Kitchen Staple to Sacred Symbol, The Healing Truth with Darryl Bouchard of Redmond Real Salt 1:06:52

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Send us a text This week on Holy Health, we’re exploring the surprising health benefits of salt with Daryl Bouchard from Redmond Real Salt. From mineral balance to hydration, we dig into why the right kind of salt can actually be healing for the body. As always, we then turn to Torah — with Edan Green, who shares the spiritual dimension of salt, un…

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The Pulse Cure: Healing the Body, Uplifting the Soul with Dr. Torkil Faero 1:11:54

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Send us a text In this fascinating episode of Holy Health, we sit down with Dr. Torkil Faero—a pioneer in the field of pulse diagnostics and creator of The Pulse Cure—to explore how ancient healing methods are being revitalized for modern wellness. Together, we delve into how the pulse reveals the hidden patterns of our health, the connection betwe…

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TJF Talks #106 w/Dov Forman | Author, "Lily's Promise" 1:09:37

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Forman is best known for co-authoring Lily’s Promise with his great-grandmother, Auschwitz survivor Lily Ebert, and for using digital platforms to educate millions of followers about the Holocaust, Judaism and to advocate against antisemitism. But don't let his fascination with past events fool you. He's all about breaking new ground and reaching m…

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Sacred Intimacy-Awakening the Divine Within. With Dr. Elsbeth Meuth and Freddy Zental Weaver of TantraNova 1:31:08

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Send us a text This week on Holy Health, we sit down with Dr. Elsbeth Meuth and Freddy Zental Weaver of TantraNova to explore how intimacy, connection, and healing can be deepened through conscious energy work and spiritual practice. They share their unique approach to cultivating presence and passion in relationships. We close with a Torah perspec…

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TJF Talks #105 w/Ashira | From Black & Jewish 46:14

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She's passionate about building bridges, creating peace, and fostering authentic conversations - Ashira uses her Black & Jewish podcast to inspire meaningful connections and push societal boundaries. Based between Israel and the United States, the former Quad co-host is committed to shaping a more unified and understanding world. Sounds too good to…

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Mind over Muscle, How your mindset can effect your health with David Amerland 1:01:16

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Send us a text What if your mindset could reshape your health and your reality? In this timely episode, author and cognitive science expert David Amerland explores how our thoughts, beliefs, and inner narratives impact physical wellness and emotional resilience. We close with a soul-nourishing Torah reflection from Shoshana Judelman, bringing spiri…

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TJF Talks #104 w/Judy Greenfeld | Rabbi Cantor Beth Israel, Colleyville, Texas 1:16:49

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We invited Judy because, well, she's such a great conversationalist. She's got that quality that makes Jews truly enviable by everyone, an ability to bring people together and connect seeming opposites with love. Join us! WHAT IS THEJEWFUNCTION - A 10min EXPLANATION https://youtu.be/5TlUt5FqVgQ LISTEN TO THE MYSTERY BOOK PODCAST SERIES: https://tin…

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Building Bone strength naturally, a conversation with Debi Robinson 57:23

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with bone health expert and certified yoga therapist Debi Robinson to explore natural, effective ways to strengthen your bones and prevent or manage osteoporosis. Debi shares her journey, holistic strategies, and practical tips to help you support your bone health through movement, nutrition, and lifestyl…

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Mold 101 with Jason Earle - Could your home be making you sick? 1:47:24

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Send us a text On this week's episode Jason Earle, founder and CEO of Got Mold?, dives into the profound impact of mold on health and the importance of maintaining healthy indoor environments. Earle shares his personal journey, highlighting how his severe asthma and allergies, from exposure to mold in his childhood home, led him to leave a promisin…

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29. Love in Medicine, Liability Culture, and the Mystery of Dying 1:27:13

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This week, I’m joined by nurse practitioner Margaret Decker for a conversation about the role of love and community in modern medicine. We talk about what it means to show up for people—not just as professionals, but as humans—especially in moments of illness, aging, and death. We explore how belief, religion, and ideology intersect with science in…

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"Living from the Soul: Faith, Healing, and Torah Insights" with Atara Weissberger and Rabbi Dov Lipman 40:13

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Send us a text In today's episode I am joined by Atara Weissberger—author, speaker, and holistic health coach—whose new book How to Soul invites us on a powerful journey of healing, faith, and self-discovery. In this conversation, we dive into the heart of her message: what it means to live from the soul, how to navigate pain with grace, and how to…

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28. The Discipline of Art, Navigating Unpredictability, and Protecting Your Mental Health as a Creative 1:08:28

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This week, we’re joined by Betsy Capes—founder of Capes Coaching and a powerhouse guide for artists, creatives, and performers looking to build sustainable careers in an unpredictable industry. Betsy shares her wealth of wisdom on how to thrive in a high-risk, high-reward profession, touching on the pressures of hustle culture and social media that…

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TJF Talks #103 w/Rami Feinstein | The artist's way 1:13:48

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Live from Akron Ohio, it's musician Rami Feinstein. The Israeli singer-songwriter has been performing across Israel and the U.S. for 15 years, releasing albums in both Hebrew and English. Now residing in Akron, Rami is the Israeli emissary for Jewish Akron and the initiator of the Akron for Israel Tour. He opened his heart to us and you're gonna lo…

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27. Microdosing, Recreational Psychedelics, Ayahuasca, and the Power of Struggle 1:25:40

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Today’s episode features my illuminating conversation with Jason Gold, personal coach and psychedelics expert. We explore the therapeutic potential of psilocybin—not just as a healing modality, but as a meaningful alternative to more addictive recreational substances like cannabis and alcohol. Jason offers grounded wisdom on the importance of integ…

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Ep.73 Less is More: Exploring Blood Flow Restriction for Maximum Gains with Steven Munatones creator of Kaatsu. 1:15:39

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Send us a text Would you believe it if I told you that it's possible to sit on the couch and exercise at the same time? I wouldn't have thought it's possible, but this week's guest Steven Munatones is going to teach you how. Steven is the creator of Kaatsu a device that promotes restricting blood flow to diff areas in the body which can boost stren…

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26. The History of Childbirth, Obstetrics vs. Midwifery, Reproductive Justice, and How to Birth in Power 1:11:22

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Today’s episode features my fascinating conversation with Birdie Condon, Hudson Valley-based midwife and sex educator. We talk all about the history of childbirth including how and why it became industrialized, the differences between obstetrics and midwifery, and how certain medical interventions can stall labor. Birdie shares her non-dogmatic, hi…

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TJF Talks #102 w/Fred Menachem | Enraged Jew 1:06:44

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We love having Fred over. He brings his heart to everything he does and he reminds us what it means to be strong-willed, warm-hearted, open, and dedicated. Also, we got to talk about the role of facts in the "post-truth" world and read some reassuring words from dead antisemites. Fun. Also, check out Fred's old and newest podcasts below! Fred Menac…

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25. Adult ADHD, Executive Functioning, Emotional Regulation & Setting Yourself Up for Success 1:06:15

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Today, I’m sitting down with ADHD coach, Steev Hodgson, to discuss his journey to an adult ADHD diagnosis and the wisdom he’s picked up along the way. We get into practical tips and tricks as well as the deeper impacts ADHD has on emotional regulation, self esteem, and intimate relationships. Steev is a wealth of accessible, easy to digest knowledg…

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Rerun: Manopause-What happens when testosterone declines with Bryce Wylde 1:08:42

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into andropause, often referred to as "manopause" joining me is expert Bryce Wylde who explains what andropause is, how it differs from menopause, and why it happens as men age. We discuss the hormonal shifts—especially declining testosterone levels—that can lead to symptoms like fatigue, mood changes, weight…

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Episode 72 | Reclaiming Hormones, Menopause Unfiltered with Dr. Miri Ben Ami 1:15:19

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Send us a text This week's episode is dedicated to helping women navigate menopause with confidence. Dr. Miri Ben Ami is an expert on this topic. We dive into the latest science on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), natural remedies, and lifestyle changes to ease symptoms and improve well-being. .We break the stigma and bring you the facts . Joinin…

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24. OCD, Fatherhood, Letting Go, Raising Relaxed Kids, and Managing Intrusive Thoughts 1:07:43

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This week, I’m sharing my candid and irreverent conversation with my close friend, Mark Priceman. As fellow neurotic Jews who have wrestled with OCD tendencies, we compare notes on how partnership has evolved us in unexpected ways. We go deep into his journey to becoming a parent and how it has softened his need for control. We also discuss the art…

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71 -Body and Soul, Exploring Somatic Experiencing Therapy with Shibolet Felsher 47:39

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Send us a text In this week's episode I speak with Shibolet Felsher. Somatic Therapy delves into the power of the body in healing emotional and psychological trauma. Through this insightful conversation, we discuss how somatic practices like breathwork, body work,and movement, can help rid the body of past trauma. Joining me for the extro is Wellne…

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23. The Emptiness of Fame, Spiritual Awakening, and Growing through Struggle 1:10:13

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This week’s episode features my enriching conversation with spiritual alchemist, guide, and yoga/meditation teacher, Maya Kramer. We go deep into Maya’s beginnings as a model in NYC, exploring how the emptiness of that path led her to a spur-of-the-moment move to Tel-Aviv, where she experienced a spiritual awakening. Through our dynamic conversatio…

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22. Part 2: How Grief Changes Us, Holding Space for Big Emotions, and Honoring the Dead 42:16

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In part two of my conversation with sex educator Elizabeth Greenblatt, we're taking an abrupt turn from our conversation on sex, into a deep dive on grief. Elizabeth discusses the loss of one of her best friends in a tragic car accident in her early 20's, as I share a bit more about my own experience losing my brother to mental illness. We have a r…

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TJF Talks #101 w/Jonathan Sacerdoti | Journalist, political analyst 1:28:46

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Jonathan Sacerdoti is a British broadcaster, journalist, and TV producer. He covers stories relating to the UK and Europe, as well as terrorism and extremism stories, race relations, and Middle East analysis. He won a 2006 BAFTA for Scotland's Best Factual Program, received the 2010 Herzl Award from the World Zionist Organization, and in 2013 becam…

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Episode 70: The Sun, Vitamin D-does sunscreen cause Cancer? Things you thought were true! With Dr. Joel Gould 1:06:57

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Send us a text In this long over due episode -that was recorded over a year ago (Thanks Hamas!) I am joined by Dr. Joel Gould, a dentist with a passion for sharing the truth. About the sun, vitamin D levels, sunscreen and living life as a Modern Hunter Gatherer. Joining us for I believe the third time is my friend Rivky Krest who does such a phenom…

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21. Part 1: Sex Education as a Human Rights Issue, Abstinence-Only Education, & The Challenges of Social Change. 1:31:37

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This week, I’m sharing my enlightening (not to mention fun) conversation with sex educator Elizabeth Greenblatt. We delve deep into her experiences as a high schooler volunteering at Planned Parenthood, all the way through to her current work teaching sex ed classes to kids and teens. Elizabeth shares her conviction that raising confident, informed…

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20. Conquering Panic Attacks, Transforming Child Therapy, and Carving a Unique Career Path 1:13:45

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In the premiere of Season 2, I have an inspiring conversation with Rosey Rouhana, a licensed mental health counselor and registered play therapist. Rosey opens up about her journey in helping children and teens navigate through trauma, sharing insightful strategies and lessons from her practice. She also candidly discusses the personal mental healt…

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Episode 69| The incredible health benefits of Sauna usage and near infra red light therapy with Brian Richards 1:49:24

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Send us a text In this episode I am excited to be joined by Brian Richards of Sauna Space where we discuss the incredible benefits and detox associated with sauna usage. Things such as Alzheimer's and dementia prevention as well as the benefits to mental health and just general detox of the body. What is the difference between red light and near in…

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TJF Live #100 | Dr. Ronen Shoval 1:00:44

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What is Mosaic political philosophy? What is holiness? Can holiness be thought of as a political category that shapes justice, ethics, and societal institutions? Dr. Ronen Shoval thinks that it can and he even wrote a book about it titled "Holiness and Society" where he talks about the biblical ideal of a holy nation, the importance of discourse an…

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TJF Talks #99 w/Judy Greenfeld | Rabbi Cantor Beth Israel, Colleyville, Texas 1:09:52

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Judy Greenfeld is Senior Rabbi/Cantor at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, and founder of Nachshon Minyan, a welcoming community for unaffiliated Jews seeking to rewrite their negative stories about religion and re-integrate faith in their daily life. Beyond her Rabbinical duties, Judy's mission is to cultivate inclusive spaces where …

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TJF Live #97 | Nourie 1:07:02

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She was born to an Egyptian Muslim father and a Jewish Israeli mother. With her 5 siblings, she is a living example of the results of co-existence and mutual love that transcends all differences. What are the characteristics of such love? Is it a genetic mutation? an acquired taste? What is Nourie doing as an ambassador for Israel and what can this…

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TJF Live #94 | Norma Livne, El Mundo 1:17:51

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When Qatar and Iran pay South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) to engage with the ICC against Israel it's not surprising in the least. But when a major Israeli newspaper actively engages in de-Zionizing of the country and silencing of the Jewish majority in the land of Israel, that begs the question: what's up with Jew on Jew hatred?…

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TJF Talks #91 Daniel Dushi in english 1:15:16

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+ This is a translation of a conversation with Daniel in Hebrew. Host of one of the leading podcasts in Israel, Daniel Dushi made it his goal to have deep conversations with some of the most interesting people in Israel. He has hosted guests from the left, the right, the religious and the atheist sides of the map. Along the way, he's been trying to…

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TJF Live #98 | Max Mannis, Jomboy Media 1:11:48

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NY born 23 yr. Mannis is a Baseball and Yankees nerd. He works for Jomboy Media. Nothing unusual here except that he also happens to be an orthodox Jew and a proud Zionist. He’s outspoken about antisemitism and uses his platform to spread awareness about antisemitic experiences he’s had in person and online, how he responds to them and how things h…

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TJF Live #96 | Elisheva Ysabella Hazan 1:11:39

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Representing the new generation of Jewish leaders, Elisheva is determined to look forward while rebuilding Jewish peoplehood. But what do we need to learn from the past if we aim to forge ahead? The founder of "Decolonized Judean" will join us this Sunday at noon. What allowed the Oct. 7 atrocities to unfold? Why are Jews best defined by their trou…

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Episode 68/Restore your original setting using stem cells-with Dr. Jeffrey Gross 1:03:16

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Send us a text In this week's episode I am joined by Dr. Jeffrey Gross an expert in Regenerative medicine and an anti aging expert and bio hacker. I have long been fascinated by the potential that treatment with stem cells offer -as a stem cell can differentiate into any tissue. Dr. Gross clears up a lot of misconceptions regarding stem cell usage,…

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Episode 67/Treat ADHD and PTSD using Neurofeedback with Dr. Connie McReynolds 1:14:22

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Send us a text In this week's episode I speak with Dr. Connie Who amongst us doesn't have at least one child with ADHD? Who here in Israel doesn't know at least one person with PTSD? Anxiety? Who doesn't have too much stress in their life? What if there was a way to get those things under control? Something that doesn't take very long, and doesn't …

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19. Beauty Standards, Grieving with Kids, The Value of Struggle, and Authentically Teaching Teens 1:06:50

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In part two of my conversation with Emily Abramson, we look deeper at parenthood, grief, and the importance of “doing the work.” Emily shares how she models healthy body image and navigates intense emotions for her three daughters, and how wisdom and patience have grown with time. We touch on the importance of struggle and introspection in having a…

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Rerun- Understanding your thyroid and how to truly fix it with Elle Russ 1:13:06

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Send us a text This week's episode is a replay of an earlier episode with Elle Russ who is the thyroid master. The thyroid is the master gland responsible for so many different functions. When it isn't working -all hell can break loose in a variety of ways. Elle breaks this complex subject down into easy to understand pieces. Even if you heard this…

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Episode 66 Functional Fertility with Dr. Jessica Christie 1:08:04

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Send us a text This episode is a long time coming. It was recorded over a year ago. In most Orthodox Jewish neighborhoods there are kids everywhere you look. So when a couple suffers from infertility it can be absolutely devestating. In this week's episode I interview Dr. Jessica Christie on the topic of functional fertility. Are there things we ca…

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18. Exploring New Cultures, Learning Foreign Languages and Navigating a Meaningful Life, Part 1 1:11:53

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On today’s episode, I’m sharing part one of my conversation with Emily Abramson. Emily is a foreign language teacher who speaks five languages, and PhD student on a mission to bring more depth and meaning to public education. She also happens to be my sister, one of my best friends, and a brilliant conversationalist with deep insight into our menta…

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TJF Talks #95 w/Gadi Taub | Israel's #1 podcaster makes everything clear 1:18:05

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Gadi Taub is an Israeli writer, journalist, and academic. He serves as a senior lecturer at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, focusing on public policy and communications. Taub holds a PhD in American History from Rutgers University and has published extensively on Zionism, political ideology, and contemporary Israeli culture. We like Gadi becaus…

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Episode 65 | Back to Basics - Why I started Holy Health 30:36

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Send us a text In this first episode back after a lengthy hiatus, I decided to review why I started Holy Health and what makes it different from the other excellent health podcasts already available. This episode is brief and I bring on my good friend clinical nutritionist Nomi Levy to delve into what the Torah tells us about protecting our health.…

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TJF Talks #93 w/Gary Wexler | How goes Israel goes the rest of us 1:24:18

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Gary is fast becoming our resident guest contributor. Where are we a year on and what do we need to do to win the communication war, and why does it even matter that we win it. Join us on this talk that took place 5 days before the elections. It's another reason why we need more independent media channels like thejewfunction to move the needle. Joi…

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17. The Music Industry, Artistic Growth and Motherhood 1:12:54

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On today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredible singer-songwriter Jen Hirsh, aka Monogem. Jen opens up about her journey to discovering her authentic voice as an artist: from the lessons she learned from her time on American Idol to what it took to break free from the pressures of the industry. She also shares a deeply personal side of…

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TJF Talks #92 w/Rabbi Elie Mischel | The age of David 1:17:29

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Rabbi Elie Mischel is the Director of Education at Israel365. Before making Aliyah in 2021, he served as the Rabbi of Congregation Suburban Torah in Livingston, NJ. He also worked for several years as a corporate attorney at Day Pitney, LLP. Rabbi Mischel received rabbinic ordination from Yeshiva University’s Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Semina…