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Aleeza is the most famous matchmaker in the world. You've probably seen her on her hit Netflix show, "Jewish Matchmaking." Today, she sits down to answer our most pressing questions about love and marriage. We do NOT go easy on her. Get her new book "Matchmaker, Matchmaker," out NOW! Hosted by Ami Kozak. Co-hosted and produced by Michael Weber. Find us on:

In today's episode of Big Shot, we're joined by Mindy Grossman, former CEO of Weight Watchers, who led the company's transformation into a global wellness brand. Like many of our past guests, Mindy's journey involves perseverance, bold decisions, and calculated risk-taking. Mindy's remarkable career began with a surprising choice—dropping out of college. She then worked up to executive roles at Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike, the Home Shopping Network, and Weight Watchers. In our conversation today, we cover:  Why Mindy dropped out of college and the value of risk-taking  Mindy's impact on Nike as the most senior woman executive The importance of rooting out toxic employees in your organization How Mindy revived the culture and inspired employees at HSN Taking Home Shopping Network public  Meeting Oprah, their arena tour, and keeping Weight Watchers alive during the pandemic Mindy's sales philosophy, move to private equity, thoughts on family and the Jewish success story, and much more! — In This Episode We Cover: (00:00) Intro (02:33) Mindy's early years as an adopted child of working-class Jewish parents (06:00) Why Mindy quit school and moved to New York  (09:00) Mindy's first job as an Executive Assistant  (11:40) Mindy's mantra, “passion, purpose, and impact” (12:42) How Mindy landed her first sales role (15:06) Bashert vs. self-determination (15:44) The importance of calculated risk-taking (17:26) Why Mindy left Tommy Hilfiger for Ralph Lauren (20:40) The success of Mindy's new category, main floor (24:00) Why Mindy resigned from Ralph Lauren (25:10) How Ralph Lauren retained Mindy by creating a new role for her (26:50) Mindy's time as CEO of Polo Jeans  (28:44) “Intrapreneurship” and the excitement of working with visionaries (31:30) Founders and boards Mindy works with  (32:40) Mindy's time at Nike and why she left Polo Jeans (37:05) Mindy's pitch to Barry Diller and her position at Home Shopping Network (45:31) Reviving the culture at HSN (50:10) The huge impact Mindy made on employee morale by buying new chairs (52:18) The “There's no place like HSN” campaign  (54:40) The magic moment that affects human behavior to get a sale  (57:11) Taking HSN public (1:04:39) Meeting Oprah and joining Weight Watchers (1:08:19) Mindy and Oprah's arena tour  (1:09:10) How Mindy kept Weight Watchers customers connected during the pandemic (1:12:25) Mindy's shift to private equity and advising (1:18:30) Mindy's thoughts on Jewish success  (1:21:00) The death of her parents and the legacy of belief Mindy passes down  — Where To Find Mindy Grossman: • X: https://x.com/mindygrossman • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindygrossman • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-grossman — Where To Find Big Shot:  • Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bigshot.show/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@bigshotpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   • TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@bigshotshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bigshotshow/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   • Harley Finkelstein: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/harleyf⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  • David Segal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/tea_maverick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Production and Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://penname.co⁠

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Having bitachon while doing a 'normal' hishtadlus - effort is a tricky balance. But if you mess up - the result might be Amalek!

Delivered Motzei Shabbos 2/17/24 at Bais Yaakov Machon Ora   21:27 Shidduch Photos 27:13 Going out just to please the shadchan 29:11 Choosing a seminary based on shidduchim 32:30 Not giving up on ideals or being too picky 35:20 Support 37:06 Singles Events 38:58 Bashert 44:17 Allowing a younger child to go out before an… Continue reading Walking the Tightrope, Hishtadlus and Bitachon in Shidduchim (with Q&A)

In this enlightening episode of 'Think Smart, Act Smart,' your host Mrs. Baila Yaniv delves into the critical importance of setting boundaries and the struggle against people-pleasing in the pursuit of shidduchim. Drawing upon Torah values and real-life experiences, we explore how embracing the power of 'no' can lead to profound self-discovery and personal growth and, ultimately, guide you closer to finding your bashert. Learn about the significance of recognizing your patterns, building self-esteem, and confidently owning your journey. Join us as we navigate the delicate balance between honoring others and staying true to oneself, all while on the path to meaningful connection with your bashert.

Join host Baila Yaniv in a profound exploration of how Eastern traditions and Western modernity blend to shape our search for a Bashert. This Shidduchim Podcast delves into the rich heritage and contemporary challenges faced by mature singles within the Jewish community. Discover how values, faith, and the wisdom of Torah guide us in navigating the complexities of our mesorah and modern dating, illuminating our path towards true companionship. In this episode, we celebrate the unique synthesis of cultures and values, offering insights and encouragement for everyone on their journey to the chuppah. Proudly brought to you by ShidduchProfiles.org - our motto - How can we help you? - 845.607.0090.

'Join us in Episode #35 as we delve into the pivotal role of asking the right questions in the shidduch dating journey. Discover the questions that cut to the core, revealing the essence of the person you're considering for a future together. It's not just about finding someone; it's about finding the right someone. Tune in for insights on crafting conversations that uncover compatibility, values, and dreams.

Larry G. Goldsmith, author of the new novel, "Bashert"

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In the late sixties, the world is experiencing a counter revolution, rebelling against the devastating war in Vietnam and cultural norms. During these days of rage, the Soviets and U.S. seek to end the nuclear arms race. As a bargaining chip, the Nixon administration promises to support a free trade agreement while ignoring Soviet human and religious abuses.In New York City, a young criminal attorney enters the fray after his shotgun wedding to the Rebbe's daughter. His father-in-law is a world renowned clandestine leader seeking religious freedom for millions of Soviet citizens. The White House prosecutes the Rebbe as their scapegoat so the U.S. Soviet trade agreement passes Congress. The Nixon administration will use every legal tool orchestrated by an unscrupulous U.S. prosecuting attorney to imprison the Rebbe and destroy the credibility of his movement. Millions of lives rest on the outcome of the trial. The world watches, waiting for a courtroom verdict, as two young lovers and an old Rebbe battle two world superpowers.

Welcome back to The Closet podcast. For this episode, we have an amazing guest, Lizzy Savetsky. Lizzy Savetsky is a digital influencer who uses her platform to advocate for causes that are close to her heart. She shares her journey of fashionable motherhood on her social media channels, often featuring her two young daughters and baby boy. Lizzy is an outspoken activist for Israel and the Jewish people and works with numerous non-profit, philanthropic movements to support her people and homeland. For her advocacy for The State of Israel, she was asked to serve as an Honorary Grand Marshal for the Celebrate Israel Parade.  Lizzy founded the “Real Love, Real Loss” movement on social media to destigmatize pregnancy loss for Jewish women on a global level and single-handedly built a social media campaign to raise $57,000 for a Torah for the Israeli army in memory of the souls who never made it past the womb. Most recently, Lizzy developed her IGTV series, BASHERT, to help Jewish singles find love. Her mission is to empower people to stand up for what they believe in and live a life of kindness and fulfillment. Come and join me in The Closet, a place for intimate conversations, self-expression, and connection when we need it the most. Make sure you subscribe to my show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you're listening. And make sure you follow me on social media! Sit back and get inspired. Here's Lizzy. Find Lizzy online: instagram.com/lizzysavetsky tiktok.com/@lizzysavetsky twitter.com/lizzysavetsky facebook.com/LizzySavetsky

In the late sixties, the world is experiencing a counter revolution, rebelling against the devastating war in Vietnam and cultural norms. During these days of rage, the Soviets and U.S. seek to end the nuclear arms race. As a bargaining chip, the Nixon administration promises to support a free trade agreement while ignoring Soviet human and religious abuses.In New York City, a young criminal attorney enters the fray after his shotgun wedding to the Rebbe's daughter. His father-in-law is a world renowned clandestine leader seeking religious freedom for millions of Soviet citizens. The White House prosecutes the Rebbe as their scapegoat so the U.S. Soviet trade agreement passes Congress. The Nixon administration will use every legal tool orchestrated by an unscrupulous U.S. prosecuting attorney to imprison the Rebbe and destroy the credibility of his movement. Millions of lives rest on the outcome of the trial. The world watches, waiting for a courtroom verdict, as two young lovers and an old Rebbe battle two world superpowers.

Why do I need to do so much hishtadlus to find my bashert? Can't I just daven? Looking for some straight-talking marriage advice? Rabbi Shafier's Dating Seminar is available for free download here: https://theshmuz.com/dating-seminar-part-1/

Jackie Glaser, a world-renowned speaker, dating coach, and developer of a dating coaching program is an expert at helping people access their greatness. Jackie is especially experienced in helping older singles find their Bashert, as she herself was an older single! Listen to Jackie's fascinating story and you will agree that Jackie leads by example. She lives her life with the courage of her convictions.Jackie Glaser worked on the Today Show in Australia as the in-house psychologist and then at Olami as Director of Leadership Development. To find out more about the work Jackie is doing currently, visit her website at JackieGlaser.com and follow her at @JackieGlaserofficial.Please visit Generationstocome.org, a non-profit that supports single women as they gothrough the journey of fertility preservtaion.Support the show

Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts! “With writing, somebody is holding up a mirror and you're getting to look into the mirror and see yourself. When someone is vulnerable, they're holding up that mirror and the light is bright, and I think you're putting skin in the game in a way that is courageous.” - Bruce Gelfand  Today's Finding Brave is the second of my two-part conversation with Bruce Gelfand, as we go so much deeper into the power of writing and how vulnerability is a superpower that should be celebrated. In this episode, Bruce also reveals the incredible transformation that will happen when you truly write from your heart and have the courage to delve into your story. Based in Santa Monica, CA, Bruce has over 30 years of experience in theater, film, television, and publishing in both New York and Hollywood. His plays have won national playwriting awards, and been produced Off-Broadway and in theaters around the country. He has written numerous feature films and movies for television, and has written and directed the feature-length documentary, “The Family Safe.” He is also a writer of fiction, non-fiction, songs, and award-winning poetry. His book, Brighter the Light, Deeper the Shadow was published in 2004. His many screenplays include “Rainbow Man.” Bashert,” “Touched,” “The House at Otowi Bridge” and, most recently, “Refugee,” an adaptation of the award-winning Holocaust memoir “Choices.” Bruce is also a renowned writing teacher and coach. He has taught at Emerson College in Boston, and in the M.F.A. program at the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco and taught hundreds of writing workshops and seminars in venues around the world—from gang members in LA to patients in the Mind-Body Institute at Brigham and Women's Hospital at Harvard. He has worked with tens of thousands of writing students – from masters in the field to absolute beginners. His current online course, A WRITERS' HOUR, is being used by writers all over the world. Bruce has a list of private coaching clients that range from age 10 to age 95, and includes CEOs, corporate trainers, Academy and Emmy-Award winning writers, directors, actors, and leaders in the worlds of politics, health, and spirituality. I encourage you to do the powerful exercise on uncovering the superpower that Bruce talks about in this episode, and let us know what you discover by doing so. We're looking forward to helping you bring into being in a fuller way who you really are. To learn more about today's guest, visit: http://brucegelfand.com/

Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts! “It's a miracle what happens when people are invited into a safe space and invited to speak their hearts and speak their minds. There's no wrong way to do it, you just drop onto the page and you go.” - Bruce Gelfand  I'm so excited to bring today's amazing guest back to Finding Brave to share his expertise with you. Not only has Bruce Gelfand been my own writing coach, but he has been so instrumental in my life in many ways beyond writing. In this episode, he dives deeper into the tremendous impact that writing your own story, and sharing it with others, will have on your life.  Based in Santa Monica, CA, Bruce has over 30 years of experience in theater, film, television, and publishing in both New York and Hollywood. His plays have won national playwriting awards, and been produced Off-Broadway and in theaters around the country. He has written numerous feature films and movies for television, and has written and directed the feature-length documentary, “The Family Safe.” He is also a writer of fiction, non-fiction, songs, and award-winning poetry. His book, Brighter the Light, Deeper the Shadow was published in 2004. His many screenplays include “Rainbow Man.” Bashert,” “Touched,” “The House at Otowi Bridge” and, most recently, “Refugee,” an adaptation of the award-winning Holocaust memoir “Choices.” Bruce is also a renowned writing teacher and coach. He has taught at Emerson College in Boston, and in the M.F.A. program at the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco and taught hundreds of writing workshops and seminars in venues around the world—from gang members in LA to patients in the Mind-Body Institute at Brigham and Women's Hospital at Harvard. He has worked with tens of thousands of writing students – from masters in the field to absolute beginners. His current online course, A WRITERS' HOUR, is being used by writers all over the world. Bruce has a list of private coaching clients that range from age 10 to age 95, and includes CEOs, corporate trainers, Academy and Emmy-Award winning writers, directors, actors, and leaders in the worlds of politics, health, and spirituality. Today's conversation with Bruce is deeply inspiring as he shares how everyone has a riveting story to tell, and the process of giving yourself permission to find and hone your voice – and use it to contribute to the world – can be learned, and is a transformational experience when you do.  Enjoy this, and don't miss next week's Part 2 of this uplifting conversation.  To learn more about today's guest, visit: http://brucegelfand.com/

Episode 56 - The Instagram Activist - is live with expert Lizzy Savetsky.  Kops and Lee are back for a new episode! Some quick hits: - Lee wants everyone to watch Tokyo Vice on HBO Max- Ozark turned Lee on to Nas' 1994 album Illmati- Lee is recommitting to a healthy lifestyle of exercise, healthy eating and drinking a ton of water! This week's expert is Instagram influencer and Judaism, Israel and fertility activist, Lizzy Savetsky (IG: lizzysavetsky and bashertbylizzy). Lizzy joins Kops and Lee (06:55) to talk about her journey to social media influencer, where and how she grew up, her family and her love for all things Israel. She goes over her experiences with reality TV - Lizzy was cast on the Real Housewives of Dallas (37:32) before it was canceled and her thoughts on Unorthodox. More recently, Lizzy tells the boys about a picture of Karlie Kloss with Bella Hadid that came out on Holocaust Remembrance Day. Lizzy posted an Instagram reel with the picture cross-edited to have a video from Holocaust survivor Rae Kushner (Kloss' husband's grandmother!). Lizzy then tells Kops and Lee about her most recent project, Bashert, a matchmaking service on Instagram to help Jewish single men & women meet. Thank you Lizzy for hanging with Kops and Lee! Follow Lizzy today. Follow Two Idiots and an Expert on… Facebook / Instagram / Twitter#tokoyovice #hbomax #ozark #nas #illmatic #healthyliving #karliekloss #bellahadid #proudjew #matchmaking #ApplePodcast #SpotifyPodcast #TwoIdiotsandanexpert #2IdiotsandanExpert

The Ten Really Dumb Mistakes is essential reading for every marriage couple. But how can you make sure you marry the right one to begin with? Listen to this quick clip on how to find your bashert. If you'd like to hear more dating advice from Rabbi Shafier, go here: https://theshmuz.com/dating-seminar-part-1/

Join the discussion group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lj6a5VZhRnBKCumXLE43QK Contact Franciska- franciskakay@gmail.com I love hearing from you!   Lizzy Savetsky is a digital influencer who uses her platform to advocate for causes that are close to her heart. She shares her journey of fashionable motherhood on her social media channels, often featuring her two young daughters and baby boy.  Lizzy is an outspoken activist for Israel and the Jewish people and works with numerous non-profit, philanthropic movements to support her people and homeland.  For her advocacy for The State of Israel, she was asked to serve as an Honorary Grand Marshal for the Celebrate Israel Parade.  Lizzy founded the “Real Love, Real Loss” movement on social media to destigmatize pregnancy loss for Jewish women on a global level and single-handedly built a social media campaign to raise $57,000 for a Torah for the Israeli army in memory of the souls who never made it past the womb. Most recently, Lizzy developed her IGTV series, BASHERT, to help Jewish singles find love. Her mission is to empower people to stand up for what they believe in and live a life of kindness and fulfillment.  Follow Lizzy on IG: www.instagram.com/lizzysavetsky     Are you thinking of launching a podcast?  www.franciskakosman.com/training Check out the other JCH Podcasts: www.jewishcoffeehouse.com

On this episode of Fruitful & Multiplying, we sat down with Lizzy Savetsky, Influencer, Activist, Fashionista, Mother, and now Matchmaker. Lizzy shares about her infertility journey that included rounds of Clomid, IUIs, and IVF and how that impacted her mental health. She also discusses the many miscarriages, including ectopic pregnancies, she faced before having her third child and the importance of reaching out for help and taking care of yourself when facing difficult situations. Today, she is the proud Mom of 3 beautiful children and is channeling her energy and her platform into matchmaking on her new matchmaking IGTV platform, Bashert by Lizzy.

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Welcome to the Jew and Gentile Podcast.   From the Scriptures:   Chris and Steve continue their study of Leviticus: Leviticus 21-22   FOI Equip Classes:   Register for a Book Study on Zvi Kalisher Elwood Mcquaid (1/20) Kalisher family (1/27)  gofoi.org/zvilegacy From the news surrounding Israel and the Jewish People:   Transformers Inventor, Holocaust Survivor Henry Orensteinn Dies   Wake Naftali Bennett  Yiddish Word of the Day!   Bashert, the Yiddish word for destiny, is most commonly used to describe a soul mate; to me it means a lot more: “it was meant to be.”   The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry (www.foi.org)  

In Episode 184, I converse with Dr. Nava Silton, a Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology at Marymount Manhattan College. Nava has written over three dozen peer-reviewed journal articles, over twenty chapters, book reviews and encyclopedia entries, and has edited six full textbooks, in addition to the comic series "Real Abilities". She produced the children's musical Addy and Uno and the dating game "Bashert". She has also been an active leader in Jewish community, leading volunteer bikur holim groups and helping run the Ohab Zedek Youth Department. Check out my appearance on our her podcast entitled "Discussing How Colorful Chess Can Be for Developing Brain". We speak about the construct of grit, emotional intelligence, creativity, the juggling of responsibilities, life as a chess mom, the chess community at large, her stash of 50 chess sets, adult chess improvement, The Queen's Gambit, ideas for human development, pillars of happiness, chess as vehicle to overcome disabilities, the art of matchmaking, and more. 

Elizabeth, aka Lizzy, Savetsky lives her life out loud. As a digital fashion influencer, she uses her platform to express her style, share her adorable family, and educate her community on her deep-rooted beliefs. As the hilarious host of her new Instagram show, Bashert, she's setting out to help Jewish singles find love. On a more serious note, Lizzy is also a Jewish Activist, taking on complex and often polarizing issues with a strong emphasis on education and combating antisemitism. As Lizzy says, we all have the ability to wield influence, whether big or small, and she's using her platform to lend her voice to important issues close to her heart. In this episode, Lizzy shares the inner workings of her life as an influencer, being a working mom whose kids are part of the content strategy, and why you need to keep some of your creative energy for yourself. She'll share how she handles the heat when the comments get hot and why she will never stop standing up for what she believes in. *** This episode of LEAVE YOUR MARK is brought to you by Madison Reed, the hair color company revolutionizing the way women color their hair. This fast-growing disruptor brand offers luxurious, Smart-8 Free hair-color formula (that's free of harsh ingredients like PPD, ammonia, and parabens), that makes your hair look and feel fabulous. Madison Reed is truly your one-stop-shop for all things hair color. Whether you're at a Hair Color Bar or coloring at home with a Radiant Hair Color kit, you get the same amazing results every time. Madison Reed's proprietary color-matching technology coupled with a team of on-call colorists help women choose their perfect shade of hair color. With over 40 Hair Color Bars in 17 markets and many more to come, Madison Reed is fast becoming the leader in hair color. The full line of products can be found online at and in Madison Reed Hair Color Bars, in addition to Ulta Beauty and Ulta Beauty at Target. First time customers can use ALIZA20 for 20% off + free shipping on Madison-Reed.com and local Hair Color Bar services.

Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Chof Cheshvan What was unique about the Rebbe Rashab? What do we learn from him and what is his significance to our lives today? Are all the Rebbeim connected? Did the Rebbe Rashab say that Tomchei Temimim would impact its students to live as Chassidim did 100 years back? How do we reconcile the Frierdiker Rebbe saying that we should never expel a student from Tomchei Temimim with Sarah sending away Yishmael? Lessons from Chayei Sarah Who was Keturah? Abraham losing 5 years of his life seems to indicate that this was pre-determined. Do we have free choice or is everything determined? What defines true and enduring life? Where are the ten lost tribes? What should be our attitude to different claims about a people being from the ten lost tribes, as in the recent news about Hispaniola and the Igbo of Nigeria? Will they return? What can I do to improve my relationship with my parents? How does one stay positive that Hashem has a bashert for them, after a long and trying dating process? Follow-up: Lottery Chassidus question: Please explain the concept that G-d recreates the world every moment

Dr. Nava Silton is a Professor of Psychology at Marymount Manhattan College. After graduating from Cornell University in 2002, she completed a master's and doctorate in Developmental Psychology at Fordham University. Nava looks at the interface between religion and health and has done significant work in the fields of disabilities and children's media. She has worked at Nickelodeon, Sesame Workshop and has consulted for Netflix, Blue's Clues, Mediakidz, etc. She has appeared often on Fox 5 News and on other media outlets such as NBC, The Good Day NY Show and the Huffington Post to talk about child development and relationships, including tips on dating, improving your self-esteem and how to be more positive. She has run several dating weekends and events at various synagogues and recently developed a card game called "Bashert" where people can ask their date interesting and meaningful questions. It's sold at numerous stores including West Side Judaica. She wrote Realabilities, a Children's Comic Book Series and wrote and produced an off-Broadway Musical, entitled Addy and Uno and has taught undergraduate and graduate courses at Fordham University, Touro College and Hunter College. She has edited six textbooks, has written more than 36 peer-reviewed journal articles and is in the middle of writing her third screenplay. Originally from Albany, this PhD is fighting to make the world a better place. She is the daughter of a rabbi and has five children.

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A few weeks ago I was in Los Angeles on a family reconnection tour seeing relatives I had not seen during the pandemic. I was speaking with my niece Megan and her husband Randy, and they shared an improbable story about a dog. Randy and Megan and their children had loved their dog, a miniature schnauzer, named Kelsie, that was a part of their family for 15 years. That is a long life in dog years. When Kelsie passed away, it was a big loss, and they mourned her. She died just as the pandemic was setting in. Pets became intensely popular during the pandemic. Cute little puppies were in great demand. Megan and her family would have wanted another dog to love, but given the great demand for puppies during the pandemic, they thought it would be a very long time until they had their new puppy. Then one night something unexpected happens. Megan is preparing dinner, getting ready to put chicken in the oven. The phone rings. It is her mother-in-law Helene who says to her: If you want a really cute puppy, a Cavapoo, come to my house right now. Off to her mother in law's she goes.

Tune in as Aleeza Ben Shalom talks to us about how to cultivate a deeper connection throughout the dating process. If you're in a relationship and not sure whether to break up or get engaged, check out Soulmate Clarity - www.soulmateclarity.com If you need some guidance on your dating journey, choose your coach today - www.marriagemindedmentor.com/overyourhurdles Follow us on: FaceBook www.facebook.com/aleezabenshalom Instagram www.instagram.com/aleezabenshalom/ YouTube www.youtube.com/soulmateclarity Moderated by Sara Zoldan www.instagram.com/sara__zoldan/

Today's shiur is sponsored by Moshe Weiss לע״נ שלמה יהודה בן משה שמואל ע״ה & Anonymously by Kalman of five towns in honor of my wife Orlene, my Bashert and ezer k'negdo. on our 9th wedding anniversary & by Eli Dyckman leilu nishmas Hendel Miriam bas R' mordechai Duvid my wife's grandmother who passed away yesterday (not from COVID) -- Turning of the daf sponsors Kesher Nafshi (keshernafshi.org) - Zchus of the struggling Kids In Pain of Klall Yisroel & for a Refuah Shelayma for all Cholei Yisrael, especially from our MDY family. Please consider joining the MDY Tehillim group at tehillim.8mindaf.com

A candid conversation about the meaning and relevance of "Bashert" with Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin. Which 3 factors should go into every relationship "checklist"?Segulas- helpful or hurtful?Do we have only one soulmate?And if not, what does that mean for our dating journey?Don't miss this insightful and funny episode that's sure to get you thinking!  Hosted by Rabbi Shmuel Ismach

00:13 How should we properly respond to Coronavirus?—What is the message? 3:08 What does it mean that Yishmoel and Yisroel will face each other and Yishmoel will win before the Redemption 8:39 Is there truth to the idea that after 20 years old the bashert is on one's zichus? 14:08 (Follow-up) Why is there so much focus on the beshert? 15:14 In Kiddushin perek 2, why does it specify one needs to see his bride lest she be found too unattractive? 22:15 Is there an upper limit to how much the yetzer hara can be used for learning Torah? 25:31 Why is the Talmud Yerushalmi so understudied in comparison to Talmud Bavli? 41:01 To what extent does a ger get a totally new neshama? 43:28 We connect gaulah to shemone esrei (in Shacharis), so what of the Maariv seder? 49:38 How does the soul know to go back into the body when woken up suddenly? 51:14 Is outreach kiruv better when focused on totally disconnected people or to build up more frum Jews? 55:01 If milk, logically, is a part of an animal, how could Yehudis feed a Greek general milk as a religious Jewess?   _______________________________________________________________   Rabbi Dr Yitzchak Breitowitz, of Ohr Somayach Jerusalem, discussing the most common questions about Judaism.   To submit questions, feedback or for sponsorship opportunities, contact us at: podcasts@ohr.edu VAYISHLACH 5781 (Produced by: CedarStudios Podcasts

Have you ever come home from hanging out with someone or going out on a date and immediately jumped right into your own head?  “Do they like me?” “Are they going to ask me out for a second date?” “What do they think of me?” “Am I going to ever hear from them again?” "Did I say too much?" This is one of my favorite topics to mentor on because I've had such a profound shift by re-framing dating in the way I'm sharing today. mentioned links: maggie's magic: how to oracles to access your intuition tosha silver outrageous openness taylor swift invisible strings essence energy with peri zarrellaperi zarrella websitefollowing along for more mentoring maggiedipasquale.com instagram

La romancière, journaliste et productrice de radio française Sophie Loubière pour son roman "Cinq cartes brûlées" paru dans la collection Fleuve Noir chez Fleuve Éditions, lauréate du Prix Landerneau Polar 2020. Laurence Graissac grandit aux côtés de son frère, Thierry, qui prend toujours un malin plaisir à la harceler et à l'humilier. Du pavillon sinistre de son enfance à Saint-Flour, elle garde des blessures à vif, comme les signes d'une existence balayée par le destin. Mais Laurence a bien l'intention de devenir la femme qu'elle ne s'est jamais autorisée à être, quel qu'en soit le prix à payer. Le jour où le discret docteur Bashert, en proie à une addiction au jeu, croise sa route, la donne pourrait enfin changer...

La romancière, journaliste et productrice de radio française Sophie Loubière pour son roman "Cinq cartes brûlées" paru dans la collection Fleuve Noir chez Fleuve Éditions, lauréate du Prix Landerneau Polar 2020. Laurence Graissac grandit aux côtés de son frère, Thierry, qui prend toujours un malin plaisir à la harceler et à l'humilier. Du pavillon sinistre de son enfance à Saint-Flour, elle garde des blessures à vif, comme les signes d'une existence balayée par le destin. Mais Laurence a bien l'intention de devenir la femme qu'elle ne s'est jamais autorisée à être, quel qu'en soit le prix à payer. Le jour où le discret docteur Bashert, en proie à une addiction au jeu, croise sa route, la donne pourrait enfin changer...

"Cinq cartes brûlées", le nouveau thriller de Sophie Loubière inspiré d'un fait divers, nous plonge au cœur de la manipulation mentale, l'humiliation et les violences faites aux femmes. Il vient de recevoir le Prix Landerneau Polar 2020. "J'entends des voix" de Laurence Bibot : Des punk aux majorettes, grâce aux archives de la Sonuma, Laurence Bibot entend des voix, ou plus précisément, elle les écoute. Les voix sont comme les odeurs, elles ont une puissance d'évocation immédiate. Écouter votre voix, c'est écouter votre histoire... Aujourd'hui : les sulfureuses. La romancière, journaliste et productrice de radio française Sophie Loubière pour son roman "Cinq cartes brûlées" paru dans la collection Fleuve Noir chez Fleuve éditions, lauréate du Prix Landerneau Polar 2020. Laurence Graissac grandit aux côtés de son frère, Thierry, qui prend toujours un malin plaisir à la harceler et à l'humilier. Du pavillon sinistre de son enfance à Saint-Flour, elle garde des blessures à vif, comme les signes d'une existence balayée par le destin. Mais Laurence a bien l'intention de devenir la femme qu'elle ne s'est jamais autorisée à être, quel qu'en soit le prix à payer. Le jour où le discret docteur Bashert, en proie à une addiction au jeu, croise sa route, la donne pourrait enfin changer... La « Bagarre » s'agrandit au cinéma et à la littérature et on vous propose aussi un petit quiz musical et de culture générale. Avec Laurence Bibot et Nicolas Herman. Place au feuilleton "Love Songs" de Jean-Marc Panis consacré à l'amour et aux états pas possible dans lesquels il nous met, à travers les chansons qui l'ont évoqué. En 1958 la toute jeune Barbra signait son tout premier tour. Son titre ne fait planer que peu de doute sur son humeur : "j'ai tué l'amour". Et c'est le chanteur Bastien Lallemant qui revient sur ce grand morceau de spleen très, voire trop trop lucide.

"Cinq cartes brûlées", le nouveau thriller de Sophie Loubière inspiré d'un fait divers, nous plonge au cœur de la manipulation mentale, l'humiliation et les violences faites aux femmes. Il vient de recevoir le Prix Landerneau Polar 2020. "J'entends des voix" de Laurence Bibot : Des punk aux majorettes, grâce aux archives de la Sonuma, Laurence Bibot entend des voix, ou plus précisément, elle les écoute. Les voix sont comme les odeurs, elles ont une puissance d'évocation immédiate. Écouter votre voix, c'est écouter votre histoire... Aujourd'hui : les sulfureuses. La romancière, journaliste et productrice de radio française Sophie Loubière pour son roman "Cinq cartes brûlées" paru dans la collection Fleuve Noir chez Fleuve éditions, lauréate du Prix Landerneau Polar 2020. Laurence Graissac grandit aux côtés de son frère, Thierry, qui prend toujours un malin plaisir à la harceler et à l'humilier. Du pavillon sinistre de son enfance à Saint-Flour, elle garde des blessures à vif, comme les signes d'une existence balayée par le destin. Mais Laurence a bien l'intention de devenir la femme qu'elle ne s'est jamais autorisée à être, quel qu'en soit le prix à payer. Le jour où le discret docteur Bashert, en proie à une addiction au jeu, croise sa route, la donne pourrait enfin changer... La « Bagarre » s'agrandit au cinéma et à la littérature et on vous propose aussi un petit quiz musical et de culture générale. Avec Laurence Bibot et Nicolas Herman. Place au feuilleton "Love Songs" de Jean-Marc Panis consacré à l'amour et aux états pas possible dans lesquels il nous met, à travers les chansons qui l'ont évoqué. En 1958 la toute jeune Barbra signait son tout premier tour. Son titre ne fait planer que peu de doute sur son humeur : "j'ai tué l'amour". Et c'est le chanteur Bastien Lallemant qui revient sur ce grand morceau de spleen très, voire trop trop lucide.

In this series we will discuss the Jewish ideas about marriage, sexual pleasure, abstention, modesty, marriage communication, sexual dysfunctions such as premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, anorgasmia, painful intercourse, desire disparities, sexual addictions, sexual trauma and how to treat them and understand them from a Torah and psychological perspective.

In this episode Edwin and Adina discuss painting nails, being anonymous in a big city, Mari Andrew and Bashert. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doaca/message

In this time of COVID-19 the Mayor of Ypsilanti Michigan Beth Bashert wears many hats. She is a longtime community activist, a parent/grandparent, and spouse of Lisa Marshall Bashert. She is an out and proud leader in the LGBTQIA community. She works in sales at an Ann Arbor Auto Dealership and she is the Mayor of Ypsilanti, Michigan.  Ypsilanti is a city in Washtenaw County in Michigan, perhaps best known as the home of Eastern Michigan University. A In these days of COVID-19 she is right at the heart of many decisions impacting not just her family and employment but the lives of her friends, community, and constituency as well. How are Beth and her family handling the constraints of social isolation/distancing? What are her observations as someone whose employment has been directly impacted? How is it affecting members of the LGBTQ community? And how, as an elected official, is she leading in this time of crisis. Compassionate, community governance in the days of a global pandemic - Beth shares many insights fro every aspect of her life as community member, activist, family member and elected official,

Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Mendy Wolf Is it my fault that I can’t find my bashert? To ask a question and for more answers visit: http://stumptherabbi.org/ This project was made possible by The Chanin Fund Reliable Fast Cash, LLC http://reliablefastcash.com/ 459

Looking for a soul mate and have trouble either finding him/her or gaining clarity if it's the right one, your bashert, intended match for life? Today's podcast is just what you need, whether you're looking for yourself or trying to find the right match for your son or daughter.

Beth Bashert is the Mayor of Ypsilanti, MI. She’s incredibly passionate about music and the arts and has been an active community organizer. We met this year as fellow speakers for a Grove Studios event where I was inspired by her passion for Creatives and community building. In this episode, we discuss her role as a key player in community activism, the importance of dealing with mental health issues, why society must ensure creatives are paid, the power of truth, and the value of silence and patience. About the Guest: After over having lived here for 25 years, raised our family, and have been active in our community and in politics as a campaign manager and community organizer, I am proud to serve our city as an elected member of City Council. Ypsilanti has many challenges we have to meet and resolve in the next period of time. Water Street, a looming fiscal problem, changes in the economy and the need to lure businesses and residents to choose our community. I want to be a part of the solutions. In my work as a community organizer, I have been a leader who has brought people together time and time again. I have worked with hundreds of volunteers, communicated difficult and complex issues to a broad range of people, and had both victories and losses. In all that work, I was always trying to solve a problem, make our community safer or more comfortable for all people, or move a process forward. Whether you agree with every campaign or issue I have worked on, it is clear I am working towards solutions and cures. I regularly hold office hours where citizens can meet with me about any topic, question, concern, or just meet to get to know each other. Meeting one on one is also something I am happy to do. Advocacy, leadership, and the balance between both of those roles will be my goal. Agree or disagree, I will listen to everyone. Personal Links: Mayor Facebook account: https://www.facebook.com/bashert4ypsi/ Email: mayor@cityofypsilanti.com Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beth.bashert   Resource Links: Gay Rights at the Ballot Box- https://amzn.to/2uomtjc   About the Host: Dan McPherson, International Speaker, Business and Personal Development Coach, and CEO of Leaders Must Lead, is on a mission to help Creatives and Entrepreneurs create and grow profit and understand that Dreams ARE Real. With more than 25 years’ experience in corporate roles leading teams of up to 2000 and responsible for more than $150M in revenue, Dan is a recognized expert in leadership, sales, and business strategy. Through his Leaders Must Learn Mastermind, Dreams ARE Real Podcast, Foundations of Success Training, and powerful 1-1 coaching, Dan helps hundreds of entrepreneurs around the world from musicians and artists to chiropractors, coaches, retailers, and beyond experience success and accomplish their goals. To learn more about Dan or to follow him on Social Media, you can find him on: Website: www.leadersmustlead.com Leaders Must Lead Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadersmustlead Free Coaching Assessment: https://leadersmustlead.com/free-coaching-assessment Dreams are Real Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/365493184118010/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadersmustlead/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/leadersmustlead YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZXypDeFKyZnpeQXcX-AsBQ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to my podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave us an iTunes review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to me and greatly appreciated. They help my podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes the show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Mendy Wolf Should I overlook weaknesses that I see in a shidduch, if I think he may be my bashert? To ask a question and for more answers visit: http://stumptherabbi.org/ This project was made possible by The Chanin Fund Reliable Fast Cash, LLC http://reliablefastcash.com/ 461

Meeting your Bashert (Soulmate) on Yom Kipper? We are kicking off the first mini-text episode of the season with a Mishnah in Taanit, which sheds some light on the nature of Yom Kipper with an interesting ancient custom that young, single, Jewish women performed in the times of the Gemara. To learn the text yourself, […] The post Meeting Your Bashert(Soulmate) on Yom Kipper? (Mishnah Taanit 4:8) appeared first on Jewish Public Media.

Meeting your Bashert (Soulmate) on Yom Kipper? We are kicking off the first mini-text episode of the season with a Mishnah in Taanit, which sheds some light on the nature of Yom Kipper with an interesting ancient custom that young, single, Jewish women performed in the times of the Gemara. To learn the text yourself, […] The post Meeting Your Bashert(Soulmate) on Yom Kipper? (Mishnah Taanit 4:8) appeared first on Jewish Public Media.

Meeting your Bashert (Soulmate) on Yom Kipper? We are kicking off the first mini-text episode of the season with a Mishnah in Taanit, which sheds some light on the nature of Yom Kipper with an interesting ancient custom that young, single, Jewish women performed in the times of the Gemara. To learn the text yourself, […] The post Meeting Your Bashert(Soulmate) on Yom Kipper? (Mishnah Taanit 4:8) appeared first on Jewish Public Media.

Activist, advocate, leading salesperson, councilwoman, she's been called many things in her lifetime but "Your Honor" is something Beth Bashert is still getting used to. In 1993 she and her wife Lisa were the first lesbian couple to have an engagement announcement in The Ann Arbor News. At the ceremony later that year, they legally took the name Bashert (meaning “destined, meant to be”) a new family name for both. When the window opened up five years ago for same-gender loving couples in Michigan to be legally married the Basherts joined the 300 couples who took advantage of that window. Already a member of Ypsilanti’s City Council, in 2018 Bashert ran for and won the mayoral race with 63 percent of the vote. She ran on a platform that advocated for changing the city’s budget, bringing back services and increasing development. She is the recipient of many awards including Equality Award from the Human Rights Campaign, Living Pride Award from Washtenaw Rainbow Action Project, Political Action Award from PFLAG and the Gay & Lesbian Pride Award. Being both the Mayor of a small city and a leading salesperson at a local family owned car dealership is hectic and exciting nut Beth Bashert manages to do both working and talking with people about their needs at both. It turns out serving people does not change much even in different environments. She has focused on serving people long before taking on either of these roles.  In 1999, she was selected as the founding President of Michigan Equality an organization designed to identify, educate and mobilize voters to help further equality for LGBT people in Michigan. She was the first Director of Fund Development for the Ruth Ellis Center serving LGBTQ youth including many who were homeless.

The Shadchan says, "So tell me, what are you looking for?" And, out comes the laundry list."I need someone who is extroverted, funny, and outgoing.""I need a woman who is very frum, good, kind, tolerant, and funny.""I need a guy who is tall, a take-charge type, strong but not headstrong."And unwittingly, many people make the first mistake of the dating game - they aren't looking for their Bashert- they have already formed him in their minds, and now are out to find the one that comes the closest to that image.It is almost like the children's toy Mr. Potato Head. You get to design the doll, choose red lips, big ears, small eyes, short legs Before going out most people go through a sort of personal inventory: "Let's see. Since I am., I need" Unconsciously, they put together a wish list of qualities to take out into the market place. Then amazingly, they find themselves frustrated. "I just can't find Mr. Right."This is a must-listen-to Shmuz offering a practical down to earth way to avoid the two most common mistakes made in finding and keeping your Bashert. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This time around, the Nice Jewish Fangirls take on the topic of love and romance in fiction! The fangirls break down what makes them feel the good feelings (and sometimes, the not-so-good feelings) when it comes to courtship and commitment in everything from Jo Beverly’s romance novels to the “manly” genre fiction of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Michal, Tamar, and SM also discuss their favorite relationships from Avatar: The Last Airbender, Game of Thrones, Star Wars, the Vorkgosigan Saga and more. This episode’s current obsessions include ABC’s Designated Survivor, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, and Shtisel, currently on Netflix. Watch our New York Comic Con panel here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuzzItrGV94&t=5s Twitter: twitter.com/JewishFangirls Facebook: www.facebook.com/jewishfangirls/ Email: nicejewishfangirls@gmail.com Review us on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/nice-…d1181390630?mt=2

[NEW EPISODE] Love, Faith and A Pair of Pants This Thursday, on The Conscious Consultant Hour, Sam welcomes film-maker and author Herb Freed. Herb Freed, author of the timeless love story,Bashert, returns to the page in Love, Faith and A Pair of Pants with a collection of short stories about the smart, witty, spiritual and, according to Ben's mother, incredibly handsome, Rabbi Ben Zelig. In five anecdotes about a rabbi's life, Zelig navigates romance, family ties, colorful congregants and the meaning of faith. From studying for the rabbinate under legendary Jewish theologian, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, to producing and directing Hollywood films and dancing with Martha Graham, Freed extracts from his own experience to weave a colorful and universal tale of life, love and spirituality. In a time where humanity is constantly put to the test, Freed takes readers from humor to pathos and back again in an uplifting examination of what it means to be human. He has directed and produced 15 feature films most of which have had psychological, spiritual and/or social themes in spite of their commercial categories. He is best known for Graduation Day andTomboy, as well as the taut thriller Haunts, and Child2Man, a story of survival during the Watts riots. Segment 1 Sam opens the show with his quote of the day from Abraham Hicks. Sam goes on to talk about the challenges he faced in his life and how they are not as bad as we think. Sam discusses that we need to look for the gift in each challenge and not be so concerned about things. Sam introduces film-maker and author Herb Freed, author of the book Love, Faith and A Pair of Pants. Herb talks about many people asking him how do you know when you found your soul mate and Herb says you don't know your heart knows. Segment 2 Sam talks about where he grew up in the Bronx and Herb talks about meeting his mentor Abraham Heschel, and his journey becoming a Rabbi. Herb discusses the close relationship he had with Abraham and what kind of person he was. Herb says Abraham was able to make people feel good and always had a smile on his face. Herb also talks about his own enjoyment of theater, directing and dancing and how he came to love film. Herb mentions his experiences with losses in his life and finding things that made him smile, helped him to heal. He states that people need to listen to people that inspire them and find things that make them happy. Segment 3 Herb discusses how he began writing and how writing made him happy. Herb talks about his latest book Love, Faith and A pair of Pants. Herb says its about a Rabbi falling in love with a women who is not Jewish. The book is also about faith, love and getting to know yourself. Sam mentions how difficult it is for people to feel acceptance in their own country and Herb talks about the similarities in culture in the Jewish and Chinese communities. Segment 4 In closing the show Sam tells his listeners to go out and purchase the new book by Herb, Love, Faith and A Pair of Pants. Herb says we are our brothers keepers,and talks about the tumultuous times we are living in. Herb says we are surrounded by anger, hate and lies but we need to hope for things to get better. Sam talks about the demonizing people who have different opinions and how divided the nation is at the moment. We need to look for things that bring us together and know we have much more in common than we do apart. Herb states we have the power to change and we can evolve. He mentions that we need to read things that inspire us and care about other people. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-conscious-consultant-hour8505/donations

Herb Freed, author of the timeless love story, Bashert, returns to the page in LOVE, FAITH AND A PAIR OF PANTS with a collection of short stories about the smart, witty, spiritual and, according to Ben’s mother, incredibly handsome, Rabbi Ben Zelig. In five anecdotes about a rabbi’s life, Zelig navigates romance, family ties, colorful congregants and the meaning of faith. From studying for the rabbinate under legendary Jewish theologian, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, to producing and directing Hollywood films and dancing with Martha Graham, Freed extracts from his own experience to weave a colorful and universal tale of life, love and spirituality. In a time where humanity is constantly put to the test, Freed takes readers from humor to pathos and back again in an uplifting examination of what it means to be human.

LOVE, FAITH AND A PAIR OF PANTS WITH HERB FREEDTerri welcomes back her former guest, HERB FREED, who wrote the fabulous book, “Bashert.” Join Terri and Herb as they discuss his newest book, “Love, Faith and a Pair of Pants,” which is a colorful tale of life, love and spirituality. Herb started his adult life as an ordained rabbi and became the spiritual leader of Temple Beth Shalom in Lake Mahopac, New York. Eventually, he resigned his pulpit to become a movie director. He has directed and produced 15 feature films most of which have had psychological, spiritual and/or social themes in spite of their commercial categories. He is best known for Graduation Day and Tomboy, as well as the taut thriller Haunts, and Child2Man, a story of survival during the Watts riots. If this show is anything like the last time Herb was a guest, it is sure to be fun and very enlightening so please don’t miss it!

The Bashert myth with Rabbi Asher Meza of TorahJudaism.com

Would you recognize your soul’s complement in another? Beyond the bliss of actually finding your soul mate, there is a belief that the universe hinges on predetermined people finding their other half, their bashert, to maintain cosmic balance. To be immersed in heady intoxication, passion, courage, adventure, intertwined in a duality, a divine double twinned in heart and soul. Heartfelt, magical, mystical, soulful - all of this is what is felt with bashert. A fabulous novel that will ignite all of your senses, shift your perspective on how to truly live life to the fullest in love, passion, deep intimacy at all levels. So very uplifting and much needed in this cynical world of violence, hatred, war, bullying and destruction. You will be taken away and you will come back changed - in awe of all that is possible, all that is available, and appreciative of the entanglements that bring us to where we are and who we are meant to be with on our journey.

Hey there word nerds! This episode is brought to you buy our amazing word nerd fans and supporters on Patreon. If you’d like to help support this show, hop over to patreon.com/DIYMFA Today I’m thrilled to have Herb Freed on the show. Herb started his adult life as an ordained rabbi and became the spiritual leader of Temple Beth Shalom in Lake Mahopac, New York, at the same time producing and directing three shows at the Maidman Playhouse in New York City. Eventually, he resigned his pulpit to become a movie director. Today we’ll be speaking about his book Bashert, which is out now.   In this episode Herb and I discuss: When you’re writing based on true events, which elements do you change for the book? Which things do you keep the same? What are some of the considerations that drive these choices? Why tell a story as a novel instead of a memoir, if it’s based on true events? What do you need to consider when you are deciding between telling the absolute truth versus the conceptual Truth? Write about things you are passionate about. Write the story you can’t not tell. How screenwriting can shape a novel writer’s process. What skills transfer over? What aspects don’t translate? Plus, his #1 tip for writers. About the Author Herb Freed started his adult life as an ordained rabbi and became the spiritual leader of Temple Beth Shalom in Lake Mahopac, New York while producing and directing three shows at the Maidman Playhouse in New York City. Eventually, he resigned his pulpit to become a movie director. He has directed and produced 15 feature films most of which have had psychological, spiritual and/or social themes in spite of their commercial categories. He is best known for Graduation Day, a horror film, and Tomboy, a teenage romp, as well as the psychological drama Haunts, and CHILD2MAN, a story of survival during the Watts riots. You can find out more about Herb Freed at herbfreed.com Bashert Would you recognize your soul’s complement in another? Beyond the bliss of actually finding your soul mate, there is a belief that the universe hinges on predetermined people finding their other half, their bashert, to maintain cosmic balance. In Bashert (Bellrock Press; February 14, 2017) author, screenwriter, director and former rabbi Herb Freed immerses us in the heady intoxication and thunderous losses of what it really means to be bashert. Dan Sobol and Marion Gladstone meet by chance at a screenwriter’s event in Los Angeles. He’s a rabbi turned director known for his cinematic television commercials; she’s a writer and film editor who is recovering from a tabloid-headline screaming Hollywood divorce. From the moment Marion hears Dan’s voice, she knows—and so does he. It’s bashert. But when did the course of true love ever run smooth? Dan and Marion are soon partners in business as well as life, traveling the world to create movies. He directs, she writes and edits, and life becomes an amazing adventure—until Cancun. There, among the ruins of the Mayan civilization, Marion has an eerie premonition that has the potential to change everything. Drawing upon his own personal experience, Freed spins a tale unflinching in its examination of life, but weaving along the edge of magical realism. From the bright lights of Hollywood to Mexico, Israel, Paris and the dreamy exhilaration of Jamaica, Bashert is a love story about transcending life, loss and the boundaries we mistakenly place on our lives and our hearts. For more info and show notes: DIYMFA.com/144

Would you recognize your soul’s complement in another? Beyond the bliss of actually finding your soul mate, there is a belief that the universe hinges on predetermined people finding their other half, their bashert, to maintain cosmic balance. To be immersed in heady intoxication, passion, courage, adventure, intertwined in a duality, a divine double twinned in heart and soul. Heartfelt, magical, mystical, soulful - all of this is what is felt with bashert. A fabulous novel that will ignite all of your senses, shift your perspective on how to truly live life to the fullest in love, passion, deep intimacy at all levels. So very uplifting and much needed in this cynical world of violence, hatred, war, bullying and destruction. You will be taken away and you will come back changed - in awe of all that is possible, all that is available, and appreciative of the entanglements that bring us to where we are and who we are meant to be with on our journey.

It's our 75th Show!!! Rabbi/Filmmaker/Author, Herb Freed, talks about 'Bashert', the Yiddish word for destiny, and how he met the love of his life.    

I was fortunate enough to meet David Sable over a lunch that we hosted almost a couple of years ago. David is the Global CEO of Y&R, one of the world’s largest advertising agencies with over 16,000 employees around the world.   This Podcast is brought to you by Exact Media, which works with brands to sample their products using the excess space in eCommerce parcels. Companies like P&G, Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal, Coca-Cola and Pepsi have all used Exact Media to reach consumers in their homes. Learn more at www.exactmedia.io.  Here’s a sneak peak and some of my favorite moments from our conversation:  Was the son of a rabbi and so because his dad was always in the spotlight, he always had to be careful of his actions.  Incredible mentors were critical to his development. People such as Edward Chapman III, Harold Burson and Lester Wunderman. Getting mentors was serendipitous and never planned.  Career was never planned and was non-linear. Instead, he chased after opportunities where he could constantly learn and grow. There’s a Yiddish term called Bashert which means "It was meant to happen". If you don’t grab the opportunity, it’s not going to happen.  Nearly botched a major advertising campaign for Kinney Shoes (now Foot Locker) because CBS decided to change the date that they were going to air The Wizard of Oz.  Huge proponent of reading. He recommends reading the classics like Shakespeare and Harry Potter as there's a reason why they have survived through so many generations.   Being in the ad industry during the period of Mad Men was not always easy. There were projects that people wouldn’t give him because he was Jewish and "different". He shared some of those stories on the PBS special, The Real Mad Men of Madison Avenue.   On spending time with family, he believes that if you’re present 100%, it covers the times that you’re not able to be there.  As part of practicing Sabbath, he disconnects from all devices from Friday sundown to Saturday sundown. It’s an incredibly powerful way to practice mindfulness, read and listen more. It can almost feel like you’re on vacation once a week. David wrote about this in one of his posts for the Huffington Post. This is something that another leader in the marketing world, Gary Vaynerchuck (4x NYT Best Seller, CEO of VaynerMedia) also practices with his family time.  Always wanted to be an astronaut. He’s scared shitless of heights but would still love to be able to travel to space one day. 

READ MY LIPS' akaRadioRed goes beyond the typical blah-blah-yada-yada canned interview, engaging multiple guests in spontaneous conversations.   Ever used [or heard] the terms "Bashert" or "Fate" or "Kismet" or "It was meant to be"? Mary Treacy O'Keefe, author of Meant-To-Be Moments: Discovering What We Are Called to Do and Be, helps people find meaning within these types of experiences. She will share inspirational real-life stories to help you live more fully using her four-step process: paying attention, reflecting, asking for guidance, and saying “yes” to events you believe are “meant to be.”  Info: www.marytreacyokeefe.com   Time to brush-up on your technology knowledge! If you don't know how Big Data, Social Media and Mobile Technology influence our world, learn from David Giannetto, author of Big Social Mobile –How Digital Initiatives Can Reshape the Enterprise and Drive Business Results. A former Rutgers University MBA professor, David was named a thought-leader by the American Management Association [AMA], Business Finance Magazine and Consumer Goods Technology Magazine. As SVP of Salient Management Company, David helps today’s leading brands coordinate complex initiatives, technology and information to create tangible results. Whether or not you're in business, David's insights will be very interesting. Info: www.BigSocialMobile.com.  

On this episode of That's Life: "Bashert," is there really just one person out there for you or can any two people commit to each other and make it work? Rabbi Eliezer Zwickler, LCSW, Marriage Counselor and Spiritual Leader of AABJD in West Orange, NJ joins Miriam on the air for the full hour as we find out.

In this episode we address the idea of “Bashert” or destined one, the Talmudic sources for it, and outline the plan to find that special one