Podcasts about camp simcha

Find out what brought R' Dembitzer, also known as Dembi, to Camp Simcha, what brings him back, why the summer is so meaningful, how he ended up in Omaha, and so much more.-----To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543

David Beiss is an attorney and partner at Hunter Herman PLLC. His practice areas include complex commercial litigation and post-judgment enforcement. David was born with an extremely rare and painful skin disease called Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). As a child and young adult, David mainly used a wheelchair for mobility but never let EB define his life or ambitions. As an advocate, David is dedicated to raising awareness and fundraising for rare diseases and helping those with disabilities achieve their goals. Thank you for listening!00:00 - Introduction to David Beiss02:00 - David's Early Life and Family Background05:14 - Understanding Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB)31:37 - Yachad, Camp Simcha, and Kids of Courage43:14 - Navigating Yeshiva with a Disability47:40 - Impact of EB on Relationships55:14 - Fundraising and Advocacy Efforts57:52 - Career Path and Legal Profession01:07:03 - Involvement in Disability and Israel Advocacy01:10:47 - Final Thoughts and Messages*For updates and conversations about these episodes, follow me at @talesoftamar on Instagram. You can also reach out to Tamar@tales-of.com with questions, comments, or inquiries, and/or check out my website tales-of.com to learn more about who I am and what I do. ** Please note that from November 11th until December 31st, Anything But Traditional is having a sale on podcast ads - $25 for a 30-second ad. Be in touch if interested! Thank you for listening!

Rachel Offenbacher, MD, is an attending physician at Children's Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM) and Assistant Professor, Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, Marrow and Blood Cell Transplantation at Montefiore Einstein. She joins us on OsteoBites to share her work on targeting urea cycle dysfunction to prevent and treat osteosarcoma metastasis.Since joining the Montefiore team, Dr. Offenbacher's clinical focus has been pediatric sarcomas. As a member of a translational sarcoma research lab, Dr. Offenbacher is fascinated by the ability to explore the biological processes behind novel therapeutic approaches before they are used in the clinic. Her research focuses on utilizing difluoromethylornithine to prevent and treat metastatic osteosarcoma. She has seen impressive results in her in vitro and in vivo models and is working to initiate a clinical trial. She is simultaneously working on a project funded by the American Association of Cancer Research, Targeting the Tumor Microenvironment of Metastasis to Treat Metastatic Ewing Sarcoma, which is demonstrating promising results. Dr. Offenbacher's work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and presented nationally and internationally. Dr. Offenbacher is board certified in General Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Association for Cancer Research, the Children's Oncology Group and the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Dr. Offenbacher is also an active member of the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. In 2020 and 2022, she won the Leo M. Davidoff Society Teaching Award; in 2022, she won the Pediatric Research Day Oral Presentation Award from CHAM. Dr. Offenbacher is a volunteer pediatric oncologist at Camp Simcha, a residential camp for children with cancer.

In this week's episode we have the privilege of hosting Simcha Shain, a remarkable individual whose life story is truly inspiring. Simcha, a Lakewood native, always had a deep passion for emergency medical services. He joined the Howell First Aid in 1993 which was a stepping stone for Simcha to become an essential part of Hatzalah in various cities, including Lakewood, New York, and United Hatzalah in Israel. Simcha also founded ParaFlight Aviation, an airflight business, to assist people in serious medical need. In 2007 Simcha co-founded Lakewood's Hatzalah paramedic program. But that's not all—Simcha's heartwarming dedication extends to volunteering at Chai Lifeline's Camp Simcha every summer, supporting Lakewood's Special Children's Center, and accompanying groups to Israel.Join us as for an inspiring and heartwarming episode of dedication, compassion, and the power of making a difference.  SEASON SPONSORCensible Marketing - Maximizing Your Census!(347) 777-0944Info@censiblemarketing.com —————————————————Podcast Hotline: 732.506.2600 Thank you for subscribing to Our Town! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-town/id1661853310Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/26jkl3pgksq6PBuGBY2E9u?si=_3AWWqicQwalRXgBKpt-WwGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/search/our%20town%20LNNand anywhere else Podcasts are available!To watch any of our episodes as well as to get all the latest Lakewood news: LNNNews.com --For Our Town Podcast sponsorship opportunities--ourtown@lnnnews.comLNN is Lakewood's favorite source for local news and information! Join an official LNN News Group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/IR2pLWROHorD3pMDcRRTYNStatus: https://wa.me/17326083941?text=%20Subscribe

In this week's episode, we hit the road for a special live interview set in one of the most enchanting places on Earth - Camp Simcha. Camp Simcha is the cherished haven of Chai Lifeline, dedicated to children bravely fighting against cancer and other persistent illnesses.   Our focus turned to four remarkable young girls, each engaged in a unique battle. Lily, wrestling with epilepsy; Efrat, confronting spina bifida; Esther, a warrior against cancer; and Navah, with a compromised immune system, all shared their inspiring stories with us.   More about Camp Simcha here: https://www.campsimcha.org/   ____________________________________ ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ____________________________________   ► ENCORE is your next opportunity   Become an ABA provider opportunity for men and women in Rockland, Teaneck, Passaic and Lakewood. And DIR/Floortime opportunities in Lakewood, NJ. And so much more, for great pay! Call: (855) 411- 2273  More here: https://www.EncoreSupport.org   ____________________________________ ► The Daily Tefillin Revolution is Making a Party   On September 10th at 9 am come to the American Dream Mall in NJ for an uplifting shachris, yummy breakfast, entrance into the waterpark and a concert by Eitan Katz ... all FREE (for men only).   Please sign up here: https://DailyTefillin.com   Also join our chats!   Boys Tefillin - https://tefillin.pics Modeh Ani: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Jj6CJwrX2dsKoycnt8Tpq5   Girls Nishmas - https://chat.whatsapp.com/LpTLYebsG8z40BoENt8bW3 Modeh Ani - https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjvwiHPSf8c9z08XB4O6Zw   Your life will get so much more beautiful!   ____________________________________ LIVING LCHAIM WHATSAPP GROUP   Get exclusive insider sneak peeks to upcoming episodes in our Living Lchaim group: https://bit.ly/44sjUIO   This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe   Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here: • USA: (712) 432-3489 • UK: 0333-366-0154 • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088    Follow us on social media for more content: • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim • IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ • FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim • Website - https://www.livinglchaim.com/   Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com   WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes:  914-222-5513   Help Support or Episodes with Dedicating an Episode in Memory of a Loved One or As a Zechus for a Refua Shilama! ► Help Here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/in-memory   Lchaim!

Have you ever been a part of the Chai-A-Thon? Have you ever passed a lemonade stand on the side of the road with eager children looking to make a sale? Every summer (and all year long), Chai Lifeline encourages kids to find ways to raise money for Camp Simcha and all their inkredible programming for kids with illnesses and their families. It's so important for us to understand the direct results of where all this money is going and how it's helping other kids in need.  First we will hear 2 phenomenal street interviews highlighting some of the most creative and devoted "kids helping kids." We will hear from R' Gedalia Weinrib, who went from being a counselor in Camp Simcha, to now running the yearly Chai-A-Thon. We then will hear from the InKredible Atara Bracha of Chicago, Illinois, who is a longtime Camp Simcha camper and participant of Chai Lifeline of the Midwest. **INCLUDED in the episode is a special message from Rochelle from England and Mordechai Shapiro!**12:39-Street Interviews: Dalia & Emmy's Stuffed Animal Sale and Meira's Iced Coffee Sale 19:17-R' Gedalia Weinrib's Interview36:54-InKredible Showtime39:38-Atara Bracha's Interview

In this episode we have the pleasure of hosting Rabbi Sruli Fried, MSW, Director of Chai Lifeline NJ/PA as well as Executive Director of Bike4Chai. Rabbi Fried is known for his incredible work helping children with serious illnesses and their families.During our conversation, he describes how he manages the intense emotions that are inherent in his job, as well as the things that give him the strength to persevere. With his trademark warmth and empathy, Rabbi  Fried gives us a glimpse of how he supports families in their most difficult moments.Despite the seriousness of the topics covered, this episode is sprinkled with Rabbi Fried's humor and positivity. His selfless display of dedication to helping others will make you walk away feeling inspired and uplifted.Episode Sponsor:  24SixThe first on-demand entertainment platform for the Jewish family, customized by you.Website: https://www.24six.appemail: info@24six.app—————————————————Podcast Hotline: 732.506.2600 Thank you for subscribing to Our Town! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-town/id1661853310Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/26jkl3pgksq6PBuGBY2E9u?si=_3AWWqicQwalRXgBKpt-WwGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/search/our%20town%20LNNand anywhere else Podcasts are available!To watch any of our episodes as well as to get all the latest Lakewood news: LNNNews.com --For Our Town Podcast sponsorship opportunities--ourtown@lnnnews.comLNN is Lakewood's favorite source for local news and information! Join an official LNN News Group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/IR2pLWROHorD3pMDcRRTYNStatus: https://wa.me/17326083941?text=%20Subscribe

This dynamic duo collides leaders of two of the most special camps in Judaism. R' Ari Dembitzer, Rav of Beth Israel in Omaha Nebraska, and Head Counselor of Chai Lifeline's Camp Simcha, a medically supervised overnight camp for children battling cancer, blood disorders, and chronic illnesses. R' Judah Mischel, Executive Director of Camp HASC, the Jewish community's premier summer program for individuals with special needs, and Mashpiah of OU-NCSY and the author of "Baderech: Along the Path of Teshuva" We have an open conversation about leadership, vulnerability and finding one's mission in life. We also discuss how to find focus.   * SPONSOR LINK *   Do Even More The Flatbush Community Fund helps the families in need in Flatbush.  All donations will change lives. Donate here: https://www.charityextra.com/flatbushfund or here https://fcfund.org ________________________ Get Your Esrog Here The ultimate, convenient & personalized esrog shopping experience! Get yours here: https://esrogshopper.com/ or call us 7324474846 Use PROMO CODE “LL5” for 5% OFF ________________________ Awesome Book HeavenWords - Elevate Your Tefillah... And Yourself. Transform your connection to Hashem for under $25!  Available in Jewish bookstores everywhere or buy here: https://a.co/d/hElj9nP _______________________   This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe     Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here: • USA: (712) 432-3489 • UK: 0333-366-0154 • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088   Follow us on social media for more content: • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim • IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ • FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim • Website - https://www.livinglchaim.com/   Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com   WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com   Lchaim.

Rabbi Shay Schachter is a not only a rising star in the rabbinic world, a leading Torah scholar and teacher, but also the son of HaRav Herschel Schachater and Rebbetzin Shoshana Schachter. As such he grew up in a home filled with leadership in Torah, and continued to study with his father, and also create a very close relationship with HaRav Asher Weiss. Join Rabbi Matanky as he speaks with Rabbi Shay Schachter, about his experiences at home, in the Young Israel of Woodmere where he serves as rabbi and rosh Bet Midrash, and at Camp Simcha where he is also the rabbi.

In this episode, we are joined by Sim Shain, Founder and CEO of ParaFlight EMS and Aviation, a full-service medical transport company dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to patients and medical teams worldwide. Sim is a devoted volunteer who contributes towards numerous well-known organizations such as Chai Lifeline's Camp Simcha, United Hatzalah of Israel, The Special Children's Center, Birthright Israel, and Hatzalah EMS, providing in-flight medical support to children with cancer and disabilities, free of charge. He is also the Founder and CEO of OrganFlights.com, which provides OPOs and Transplant Centers with full “attention to detail” air and ground transportation to ensure the most efficient transfer of organs and transplant teams nationwide. Tune in to learn more about how he became so devoted to helping others!

We like to hear stories of Ahavat Yisrael that inspire us, especially when they occur with regular every day people. The Skolener Rebbe was a great Sadik, whole we call a Poel Yeshuot, who brought about wonders, who lived in Boro Park. People would wait, late at night, in lines outside of his house to get blessings from him. I myself was zoche to go a few times. There was once a man on line who didn't quite fit in with the rest of the people in this Hasidic area of Boro Park. He was in jeans and a polo shirt. After some curious looks by the others in line, he finally got in to see the Rebbe and asked for a beracha for Refuah for “Shimon ben Leah.” The gabbai/ rabbis aid wondered about the name- it was his son's name. He thought maybe it was a coincidence, but on the man's way out, the gabbai decided to ask him whom the beracha was for. He explained that he was a counselor in Camp Simcha, a camp for children with a dreaded disease, which is a tremendous example of Ahavat Yisrael run by Rabbi Scholar and Chai Lifeline. It's an unbelievable Hesed machine. Shimon ben Leah was this man's camper. He wanted to give him a gift for his birthday, but he couldn't think of what to get him, a religious, Hasidic boy, that would make him happy. Then he thought of getting the boy a beracha from the Rebbe. So he waited on line to bring the boy a beracha . The gabbai burst out crying. He told the man that Shimon ben Leah was his son! This was a fellow that the people were looking at, wondering if he belongs or if he doesn't. But there is no belonging . It's just just two Jews loving each other, even if they don't know who they are. Just trying to spread Achdut . It's a beautiful story that shows that you never know what's what, or who's helping who. Have a wonderful day.

Sim Shain, Founder and CEO of ParaFlight EMS and Aviation, has led a remarkable 27-year career working in the pre-hospital emergency medical space. He is a noteworthy leader who takes on challenging responsibilities leading corporate, medical, and charity flights and missions specializing in organ transplants. As a volunteer paramedic, Sim's passion for facilitating surgical teams and harvested organs safely and efficiently to hospitals for procedures was born out of the atrocities of 9-11. A very close friend of Sim's was a philanthropist who had his own jet and outfitted it with a stretcher and oxygen ─ and sent Sim on missions. This same friend was near ground zero on 9-11 and was struck with cancer. Before he passed away, he urged Sim to carry on his dedication. Sim is surging forward with this endeavor in his memory. Sim's own experience driving an ambulance into ground zero on 9-11 has further fueled his mission for saving lives. He is on the official list of first responders and fortunately has not experienced any health issues thus far. Sim is a devoted volunteer who contributes towards numerous well-known organizations such as Chai Lifeline's Camp Simcha, United Hatzalah of Israel, The Special Children's Center, Birthright Israel, and providing Hatzolah EMS, in-flight medical support to children with cancer and disabilities, free of charge. ParaFlight EMS and Aviation personifies his lifelong mission of "changing the world, one organ at a time." For more, visit https://paraflight.aero/ and https://organflights.com/Check out other amazing Savvy guests at: https://savvybroadcasting.com/

ABOUT THIS EPISODE Rabbi Simcha Scholar founded and has led one of the most impactful and inspiring organizations in the Jewish world. Chai Lifeline, with its renowned Camp Simcha, among many other related initiatives, has been servicing children struggling with illness, and their families, for over 30 years. -------------------- ABOUT THIS PODCAST Jews You Should Know introduces the broader community to interesting and inspiring Jewish men and women making a difference in our world. Some are already famous, some not yet so. But each is a Jew You Should Know. The host, Rabbi Ari Koretzky, is Executive Director of MEOR Maryland (www.meormd.org), a premier Jewish outreach and educational organization. MEOR operates nationally on twenty campuses and in Manhattan; visit the national website at www.meor.org. Please visit www.JewsYouShouldKnow.com, follow us on Twitter @JewsUShouldKnow or on Facebook. Have feedback for the show, or suggestions for future guests? E-mail us at JewsYouShouldKnow@gmail.com. Want to support this podcast? Visit Patreon.com/JewsYouShouldKnow. A small monthly contribution goes a long way!! A special thank you to Jacob Rupp of the Lift Your Legacy podcast for his invaluable production assistance.

Mark is delighted to welcome Jonathan Goldstein to today’s episode. Jonathan is the Chief Executive and Founder of the private investment firm, ](http://www.cainint.com/)[Cain International, the Chairman of the Jewish Leadership Council, the umbrella body of British Jewry’s central organizations and charities, as well as the Chair of the Chief Rabbinate Trust. He has also served as Vice Chair of Jewish Care and Chair of Governors of Kerem School in Hampstead Garden Suburb, as Chair of Partnerships for Jewish Schools, and, with his wife, he is an inaugural Honorary President of Camp Simcha, a charity working to improve the quality of life of children suffering from life threatening illnesses. The passage he has chosen to discuss with Mark is Genesis 18. In this wide-ranging conversation, Jonathan begins by offering his summary of the passage and then he and Mark engage in an extensive analysis of both this passage and others that share similarities with it. In so doing, they touch upon a number of topics such as divine experiences, determining the impact we can have upon the world and others, the primacy of helping others over prayer, and ensuring the continuity of the Jewish people. Jonathan also shares his perspective on the most important Jewish holidays, his advice for parents, his stand against Jeremy Corbyn, and the experience of British Jews. He concludes the episode with his thoughts on our biggest legacy, small acts of kindness, and the lessons about humankind which he has learned. So much of what is shared today by these two enthusiastic thinkers can be summed up in one of Jonathan’s final statements, “Stand up, be counted as a Jew, make your difference, engage with your heritage” – valuable advice and guidance inspired by this eternally relevant test. Episode Highlights: · His summary of the passage and its meaning for him · The purpose of a divine experience · Determining what impact we can make on the world and others · Committing to Judaism · The primacy of helping others over prayer · Ensuring the continuity of the Jewish people · Jonathan’s perspective on the most important Jewish holidays · Jonathan’s advice for parents · His stand against Jeremy Corbyn · Comparing the experiences of American Jews and British Jews · Our biggest legacy · Small acts of kindness · The lessons about humankind that Jonathan has learned Quotes: “It talks about a man of action. It talks about a man who understands his place in the world, and that he’s here to do something.” “Okay God, if You could just hold on a minute, I’ve got some business to attend to. I’ve got some people that I need to look after.” “Say a little, and do a lot.” “There are many ways to approach God…you can get close to God and not be a Jew.” “It is a miracle that we, as a Jewish people, have continued.” “These are words and text that have huge relevance in our day-to-day lives.” “Sometimes we forget our own heritage.” “There are times in your life when you need to make a stand.” “We live in a generation that’s been blessed.” “We, as Jews, have never had it better.” “You have to do the joyful things first.” “It’s what we do in our own homes that’s our biggest legacy.” “Our walls know us best, don’t they?” “Have empathy for your fellow man or woman.” “Keep yourself grounded.” Genesis 18 - https://www.sefaria.org/Genesis.18.1?lang=en&with=all&lang2=en Links: The Rabbi’s Husband homepage: The Rabbi's Husband Mark’s Twitter: Mark Gerson - The Rabbi's Husband (@markgerson) The Rabbi’s Husband Newsletter contact: mailto:daniel@therabbishusband.com

Since 1987, Chai Lifeline's mission has been to restore the light of childhood to children whose innocence ended when cancer, life-threatening, or lifelong illness was diagnosed.Through free programs that address the emotional, social, and financial needs of seriously ill children, their families, and communities, Chai Lifeline restores normalcy to family life, and better enables families to withstand the crises and challenges of serious pediatric illness.My guest today, Rabbi Simcha Scholar is the vice president of Chai Lifeline. I had the privilege of being a counselor and Division Head in Camp Simcha, which is a summer program that offers children with cancer and chronic illnesses a chance to enjoy the joys of overnight camp and to be a kid again. What they do is incredible!They have supported and help children who are battling cancer and chronic illnesses and their families to not just here in the U.S., but across the world. They're helping thousands and thousands of children and families taking on the most challenging time of their life.Today we talk about the genesis of Chai Lifeline, what it takes to be a fearless leader and how one can step up for their community.Connect with Rabbi Simcha ScholarFacebookLinkedInChai Lifeline WebsiteTwitterInstagramDon't forget to subscribe to The Great Day PodcastYou can watch the full episode on YouTubeAnd be sure to follow my Instagram page and Facebook page to stay up to date on everything I'm working on.I'm Meir Kay and Have A Great Day! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since 1997, R' Ari Dembitzer has spent his Summers as head counselor for Chai Lifeline’s Camp Simcha where his energetic positivity lifts the spirits of sick children. Having grown up in Brooklyn, he has since lived in Israel and now resides in Omaha, Nebraska where he is the current senior Rabbi for Beth Israel Synagogue. Nachi Gordon and Yaakov Langer sit down with Rabbi Ari to discuss community leadership, positivity, and the importance of growing no matter what life throws your way.

Yasiel Puig joins the Chatting Cage to talk about his trade to Cleveland, his recent trip to Camp Simcha, what it's like playing with Francisco Lindor and more!

ABOUT THIS EPISODE Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg was a young father when he received the call every parent dreads. His toddler daughter passed away a short time later. Years later, he found a profound way to channel his grief by directing Camp Simcha, a camp for children with cancer. In that role, he discovered that the marriage between martial arts and ailing children could be a transformational one, thus beginning the Kids Kicking Cancer revolution. Today deployed in dozens of locations around the world, the program - instructing people to "breathe in the light and breathe out the darkness" - has also been applied to military veterans suffering from PTSD, obese children and those with various other maladies. And in a unique but critical twist, the children come to see themselves as teachers and heroes, lighting up with the world as they practice the program principles and impart them to others. "Rabbi G" has poured his life into this fascinating mission, which continues to grow in many directions. Learn more at www.kidskickingcancer.org. -------------------- ABOUT THIS PODCAST Jews You Should Know introduces the broader community to interesting and inspiring Jewish men and women making a difference in our world. Some are already famous, some not yet so. But each is a Jew You Should Know. The host, Rabbi Ari Koretzky, is Executive Director of MEOR Maryland (www.meormd.org), a premier Jewish outreach and educational organization. MEOR operates nationally on twenty campuses and in Manhattan; visit the national website at www.meor.org. Please visit www.JewsYouShouldKnow.com, follow us on Twitter @JewsUShouldKnow or on Facebook. Have feedback for the show, or suggestions for future guests? E-mail us at JewsYouShouldKnow@gmail.com. Want to support this podcast? Visit Patreon.com/JewsYouShouldKnow. A small monthly contribution goes a long way!! A special thank you to Jacob Rupp of the Lift Your Legacy podcast for his invaluable production assistance.

The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview MLB Star New York Met Nelson Figueroa of SNY Nelson Figueroa, Jr. (born May 18, 1974) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. Calling all METS fans! Enjoy an evening of bowling and mingling with former Mets pitcher and current SNY analyst Nelson Figueroa and guests to help raise funds for Chai Lifeline (ChaiLifeline.org). Hors d'oeuvres will be served on a first-come-first-serve basis. There will be a cash bar available as well. Pictures and requests for autographs are permitted at the event. A Chinese Auction will be held at the event. Each ticket, which can be entered into any auction, costs $3 for 1, $5 for 2, $10 for 6, and $25 for 17. Tickets for the auction may be purchased at the door. About Chai Lifeline:  Chai Lifeline is an international support network for families battling childhood illness. What started out as a small summer camp for children with cancer has become a huge organization that provides emotional, social and financial support to these children and their families. Chai Lifeline offers year-round programming and the staff and volunteers never stop helping. Chai Lifeline provides meals, both in the hospitals and at home, big brothers/sisters for seriously ill children, family weekend retreats, trips, support groups, bereavement support, parties, financial guidance, after school help for siblings… the list goes on and on. One of the most spectacular aspects of the organization is Camp Simcha and Camp Simcha Special, where kids can go to a sleep away camp, which is essentially a hospital in disguise. Kids can get their treatments and feel like kids again, while parents get a much-needed break.    

Rabbi G - Episode 42 No matter what you're facing in your life, you can breathe in the light and blow out the darkness. Today's episode of Martial Arts Radio is a bit different. You may have noticed that from the title - we haven't had a guest that uses a religious title over a martial arts one. However, today is special. We're joined by Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg who prefers to be called Rabbi G. We've mentioned the organization Kids Kicking Cancer on the show before, but this time we have the founder as our guest. Rabbi G is a martial artist, but he's taken his martial arts training in a very different direction. Rather than attempt to summarize his story, you should just listen. Rabbi G speaks at length about his past and the various occurrences that ultimately led to his founding of the Kids Kicking Cancer organization.     Show Notes Book: A Perfect God Created an Imperfect World Perfectly: 30 Life Lessons from Kids Kicking Cancer The Pfizer / Jonas Brothers video that Rabbi G mentioned kidskickingcancer.org - The organization that Rabbi G founded You can find Rabbi G on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Today's featured product, whistlekick Shin Guards   Rabbi G's Bio Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg (Rabbi G) holds a First Degree Black Belt in the Korean art of Choi Kwon Do. He first provided a therapeutic martial arts program when he was the Director at Camp Simcha from 1990 to 2002. Having lost his first child to leukemia at 2 years old, Rabbi Goldberg brings his personal experience and sensitivity to dealing with children and families facing life-threatening illness. His commitment to ease the pain of very sick children and his dream of bringing healing through the empowering focus of the martial arts resulted in the creation of the Kids Kicking Cancer organization in June, 1999. Rabbi Goldberg was a recipient of the Robert Wood Johnson Community Health Leader's Award (2004) and the McCarty Cancer Foundation's Humanitarian of the Year Award (2004). He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Rabbi Goldberg received his BA from Yeshiva University, summa cum laude. Ordination and graduate training were also at Yeshiva University.