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Watch The Video & Don't Forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, & Share. In this episode, we delve into the Torah portion Ki Tavo through the intriguing lens of Robert Graves' historical novel 'I, Claudius'. Ki Tavo focuses on the blessings and curses that the Israelites will encounter upon entering the Promised Land, a powerful narrative about the consequences of choices and the interplay of human ambition and divine will. 'I, Claudius' explores the turbulent and treacherous nature of imperial Rome, illustrating how power, ambition, and fate shape the lives of its characters. Just as the blessings and curses in Ki Tavo reflect the moral and spiritual consequences of the Israelites' actions, the novel portrays how Claudius, an unexpected and underestimated ruler, navigates a world rife with political intrigue and moral complexity. By comparing these two narratives, we can gain deeper insights into how ancient texts and historical fiction both grapple with the themes of destiny, governance, and human frailty. The episdoe is sponsored by The Professional Centre, www.theprofessionalcentre.com .

In this episode, we delve into the Torah portion Ki Tavo through the intriguing lens of Robert Graves' historical novel 'I, Claudius'. Ki Tavo focuses on the blessings and curses that the Israelites will encounter upon entering the Promised Land, a powerful narrative about the consequences of choices and the interplay of human ambition and divine will. 'I, Claudius' explores the turbulent and treacherous nature of imperial Rome, illustrating how power, ambition, and fate shape the lives of its characters. Just as the blessings and curses in Ki Tavo reflect the moral and spiritual consequences of the Israelites' actions, the novel portrays how Claudius, an unexpected and underestimated ruler, navigates a world rife with political intrigue and moral complexity. By comparing these two narratives, we can gain deeper insights into how ancient texts and historical fiction both grapple with the themes of destiny, governance, and human frailty. The episdode is sponsored by The Professional Centre, www.theprofessionalcentre.com .

Avrum Rosensweig, a motivational speaker, coach and podcaster shares profound insights about finding one's groove in life, one's purpose. Through the telling of a story, he emphasizes that discovering this rhythm isn't about rigidly adhering to a set path but about embracing flexibility and authenticity. According to Rosensweig, finding your groove involves tapping into your true passions and strengths, allowing yourself to adapt and grow as you navigate challenges. His approach encourages individuals to talk to others who have found their 'road' and listen to your inner voice and make mindful adjustments, fostering a harmonious balance between ambition and personal well-being.

In this episode, we dive into the powerful theme of love and romance in times of war. The intriguing concept of Yefat Toar in Parshat Ki Tetze offers a unique lens to view alongside Ernest Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms, one of the most significant works of World War I literature. We'll explore how both texts wrestle with desire, morality, and the lasting impact of war.

Juxtaposing the Torah portion Va'etchanan with Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude reveals intriguing contrasts and parallels in their treatment of memory, tradition, and identity. In Va'etchanan, Moses implores the Israelites to remember their past experiences and adhere to the divine commandments as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. This act of remembrance is framed within a covenantal relationship, emphasizing a linear progression of faith and duty. Conversely, Márquez's novel presents a cyclical view of history through the Buendía family's multi-generational saga in Macondo, where characters are trapped in repetitive patterns of behavior and destiny. While Ve'etchanan underscores a forward-looking commitment to divine law and collective memory, One Hundred Years of Solitude reflects on how the past continually shapes and entraps individuals within a cycle of fate. Both works grapple with the power of memory and tradition, but Ve'etchanan offers a vision of renewal and adherence to sacred principles, whereas Márquez's narrative explores the inescapable and often burdensome nature of historical repetition.  This episode is sponsored by The Professional Centre. Mention AVRUM for 10% off private offices and meeting rooms. For more details, visit www.theprofessionalcentre.com

Growing up as a rabbi's kid often means living in a world where faith and community are intimately intertwined with daily life. From an early age, you might find yourself at the heart of synagogue events, holiday celebrations, and communal gatherings, with your family's role deeply influencing your own experiences and expectations. On the one hand, it can be a unique privilege, offering a profound sense of belonging and a front-row seat to the spiritual and social fabric of your community. On the other hand, it can also come with its own set of challenges, from navigating high expectations to balancing personal identity with public perception. Join three rabbi's kids: Neshama Carlebach, Shira Dicker and Avrum Rosensweig as they explore the complexities, joys, and lessons of growing up in the shadow of the pulpit.

In this episode of "Parsha and Pro," we delve into the Torah portion of Pinchas and Charlotte Brontë's classic novel, Jane Eyre, uncovering unexpected parallels between these seemingly disparate texts. Pinchas, a figure celebrated for his zealous act of faithfulness, represents a moment of decisive, albeit controversial, commitment to the divine covenant, which ultimately preserves the integrity of the Israelite community. Similarly, Jane Eyre, the novel's resilient protagonist, embodies a steadfast adherence to her moral and personal principles in the face of social and personal upheavals. Similary, we touch on the issue of inheritance having to do with the daughters of Tzelafchaad. The daughters courageously insisted that they be recipients of their diseased fathers wealth, and God listened. In Jane Eyre, you find a very brave protaganist, pursuing what was rightfully her's in life, the chance to love. Both Pinchas and Jane Eyre are driven by an unwavering sense of duty and righteousness, challenging the norms and expectations of their respective worlds. As we explore these narratives, we'll uncover how their stories of conviction and moral courage resonate across cultures and centuries, highlighting the timeless struggle for integrity and justice.

In this week's podcast series - PARSHA & PROS, with Rabbi Shlomo Gemara and Avrum Rosensweig, we discuss the Torah portion, Chukat, and delve into the profound themes of mortality and purification. Chukat explores the paradoxical nature of the laws of purity and impurity, highlighting the inevitable confrontation with death and the ritual of the Red Heffer that symbolize spiritual cleansing. Similarly, we talk about Leo Tolstoy's novella, 'The Death of Ivan Ilych', which grapples with the existential crisis of a man facing his own mortality. Ivan Illych's journey reflects the Torah's exploration of death and purification through its stark portrayal of Ivan's inner turmoil and societal façades crumbling in the face of death's inevitability. Both texts provoke contemplation on the essence of life, the inevitability of death, and the quest for spiritual and moral purity amidst human frailty. The show is sponsored by Gary Samuel and Paul Zivot and Family; Peter Ekstein and Family; Mathew Diamond & Family, who pay tribute to IDF soldiers fighting courageously for the safety and security of Israel, and Jews everywhere. Sponsorship is available. Please be in touch at avrum.rosensweig@gmail.com. Thank you.

In this week's podcast series - PARSHA & PROS, with Rabbi Shlomo Gemara and Avrum Rosensweig, we discuss the Torah portion, Chukat, and delve into the profound themes of mortality and purification. Chukat explores the paradoxical nature of the laws of purity and impurity, highlighting the inevitable confrontation with death and the ritual of the Red Heffer that symbolize spiritual cleansing. Similarly, we talk about Leo Tolstoy's novella, 'The Death of Ivan Illych', which grapples with the existential crisis of a man facing his own mortality. Ivan Illych's journey reflects the Torah's exploration of death and purification through its stark portrayal of Ivan's inner turmoil and societal façades crumbling in the face of death's inevitability. Both texts provoke contemplation on the essence of life, the inevitability of death, and the quest for spiritual and moral purity amidst human frailty. The show is sponsored by Gary Samuel and Paul Zivot and Family; Peter Ekstein and Family; Mathew Diamond & Family, who pay tribute to IDF soldiers fighting courageously for the safety and security of Israel, and Jews everywhere. Sponsorship is available. Please be in touch at avrum.rosensweig@gmail.com. Thank you.

Rabbi Shlomo Gemara and Avrum Rosensweig study the Torah portion of Korach and Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar". Both explore themes of power, betrayal, and the consequences of ambition. In the Torah, Korach's rebellion against Moses and Aaron mirrors the power struggle in ancient Rome depicted in Shakespeare's play. Both narratives reveal the dangers of unchecked ambition and the destabilizing effects of internal dissent within a community or empire. Korach, like Caesar, challenges established authority, leading to upheaval and tragic outcomes. Both stories highlight the complexities of leadership and the perilous nature of challenging those in power, serving as cautionary tales about the repercussions of ambition and the importance of maintaining unity and order.

Rabbi Shlomo Gemara and Avrum Rosensweig study the Torah portion of Korach and Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar". Both explore themes of power, betrayal, and the consequences of ambition. In the Torah, Korach's rebellion against Moses and Aaron mirrors the power struggle in ancient Rome depicted in Shakespeare's play. Both narratives reveal the dangers of unchecked ambition and the destabilizing effects of internal dissent within a community or empire. Korach, like Caesar, challenges established authority, leading to upheaval and tragic outcomes. Both stories highlight the complexities of leadership and the perilous nature of challenging those in power, serving as cautionary tales about the repercussions of ambition and the importance of maintaining unity and order.

In this episode of our new podcast series: 'Classical Tales, Biblical Truths: Weekly Torah Insights Through Literature', we delve into an intriguing comparison between two narratives: the biblical tale of the spies (in Parshat Shelach), sent to scout the Promised Land and William Golding's classic novel 'The Lord of the Flies'. Rabbi Gemara and Avrum Rosensweig navigate through the parallels of human nature and societal dynamics portrayed in both stories. They unpack how the cautionary tales of exploration, leadership, the lack of, and the challenges of group dynamics resonate across time and culture, offering timeless insights into human behavior and the complexities of community life. Am Yisrael Chai.

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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode,  YOUR guest is Dan Rosensweig, President & CEO, Chegg YOUR cohost is Peter Cohen, Former President of the University of Phoenix, Board Member at FullBloom, & Senior Advisor at the Boston Consulting Group YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio Want to explore what traditional institutions can learn from Chegg's innovative approach to education? Want to understand the implications of AI for the future of learning & employability? What does Dan see as the future of Higher Education? Listen in to #EdUp! Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠ ● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠! We make education YOUR business! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edup/message

Harvey Brownstone, former judge, author and now the host of his own talk show with the stars, speaks with Avrum Rosensweig about his growing up years, coming out as a 'faygela' (sort of Yiddish for 'gay'), the Jews in the world today, and interviews he has done with the greats like Robert Wagner. A fascinating schooze. Well worth listening to.

Our mental health series is sponsored by Terri and Andrew Herenstein.This episode is sponsored by Twillory. New customers can use the coupon code 18Forty to get $18 off of all orders of $139 or more. In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Yoni Rosensweig, rabbi of the Netzah Menashe community in Beit Shemesh, about the intersection between mental health and halacha. It is tempting to sometimes see halacha and mental health as being at odds. But what if, with the right guidance, we could instead understand halacha to be a system that sees the fullness of our unideal circumstances and draws us closer to God in spite of it all? In this episode we discuss:How might we enable people who are suffering mentally to live fully halachic lives?How can a rabbi apply modern knowledge of mental health to centuries-old rabbinic texts?How can we benefit from halacha even—especially—amid our difficulties?Tune in to hear a conversation about how halacha has more to offer us than we might expect.Interview begins at 12:25.Rabbi Yoni Rosensweig is rabbi of the Netzah Menashe community in Beit Shemesh, Israel. Previously, he served as Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat. Rabbi Rosensweig is the author of several books including the recent Nafshi Beshe'elati on Jewish law and mental health.References:נפשי בשאלתי - הלכות בריאות הנפש by Yoni Rosensweig The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk@tzvei_dinim

Devora Mason, The Avrum Rosensweig Show Israel reporter reports on her recent trips to Israel south and north. Her report includes pictures from both ends of Israel and reflect the tragedy of October 7th and the recent war. Similarly, she leaves the viewer with hope knowing that Israelis are already planning for the future in those areas, full with startups and better and stronger structures and communities.

Watch this interview with Hillel Halkin. Hillel has translated over thirty books, written novels and most recently released a book called: A Complicated Jew: Selected Essays. In our interview he tells amazing stories about spending time with Amos Oz, who he translated a book for. You'll hear insight scoops on Hillel's ballsy move to write on behalf of Shalom Aleichem, out of necessity.   There is much to take away from in my schmooze with Hillel Halkin, especially the pure old-time view of Zionism and the State of Israel. 

This is the second part of my interview with editor-in-chief of the Los Angeles Jewish Times, David Suissa. David speaks passionately about Israel and painfully about October 7th and afterward. His insights into the Jewish people and the State of Israel are fascinating. Have a listen. 

I interviewed David Suissa, the editor-in-chief of The Jewish Journal in Los Angeles. David speaks candidly, and most compellingly, about October 7th, and how it tongue-tied him. He said, he just couldn't speak. He also discusses the increase in anti-Semitism and why Jews are hated. Have a listen to this most inspiring Jewish writer and leader on several issues including homelessness in LA. The Avrum Rosensweig Show: An inspiring podcast about ordinary people with extraordinary stories to tell. 

Have a watch to this interview with the global doctor, bringing peace and health to many regions around the world. Shawna also speaks passionately about Israel and shares with us her thoughts and actions on October 7th and afterwards. 

Watch my interview with Dr. Shawna Novak, a global doctor, who works arduously to bring peace around the world through health. Shawna speaks passionately too about Israel during and after October 7th.  Enjoy the show, and then watch Part 2. 

This episode of The Avrum Rosensweig Show is with Holocaust survivor and activist, Nate Leipciger. My friend, Eli Rubenstein, joined me as my co-host. Nate who is 95 years old talked extensively about having hope, and not hating even while anti-Semitism is proliferating around us. I asked him if he'd like to put all his Holocaust activism to the side at this age and his response was, he just wants to find more people he can influence to be good. He also talked about his childhood, spending two years in six different concentration camps, his mother rest in peace, father and sister. And of course, Eli graced us with beautiful stories about hope and the Jewish people.

This insightful episode delves into the intricate relationship between mental health and Halacha. Presenting the JPN Grand Rounds is Rabbi Yoni Rosensweig, the rabbi of the Netzah Menashe community in Beit Shemesh, Israel. He has written several books, including the recent Nafshi Beshe'elati on the intersection of Jewish law and mental health and the unique challenges faced by individuals with mental illness within a halachik lifestyle. Issues like the impact of OCD on religious rituals, eating disorders in the context of kashrut, or even the issue of supporting those experiencing psychosis, especially in inpatient settings, are common questions for current poskim. Substack Show notes https://open.substack.com/pub/thejewishphysiciansnetwork/p/mental-health-and-jewish-law?r=2r6bj9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcome=true Nafshi-Bisheelati https://www.amazon.com/Nafshi-Bisheelati-Hebrew-Yonatan-Rosensweig/dp/9655263258

I am fascinated by Piaget, the psychologist with a great influence on child development study, and therefore figured why not make a roundtable of experts, on how children think. I included in the round table a 9-year old girl; a friend who raised two kids with ADHD; another friend who is a kindergarten teacher, and a forth person who raised a son with Canavan disease. It was fascinating and highly insightful. Please have a look. 

I so enjoyed this interview with Noach Braun, the co-founder and CEO of the Israel Guide Dog Centre for the Blind. He is an inspiring man who tells us about his history, love of dogs and people, and how he developed the Centre to affect well over 800 people, who are visually impaired, suffering from PTSD and children with special needs. We also talk about the Centre's response after October 7th.  My friend, Eli Rubenstein, a leader with the Centre here in Toronto, dropped by and told us some beautiful stories about his involvement. Am Yisrael Chai. The Nation of Israel lives. 

Ira Rosensweig is the director and editor of Share?, a science fiction thriller that was shot entirely from one fixed camera angle. This film will creep you out, but in a good way, as it prompts you to take an honest look at your relationship with social media. In today's episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins speaks with director and editor, Ira Rosensweig to discuss: The origin of the film and what Ira hopes to evoke in the audience How he accidentally fell in love with filmmaking during college Becoming a “full stack” filmmaker - writing, producing, directing, and editing  Challenges in working with famous celebrities Being confident and honest regardless of the reactions of others Directing actors within a short frame of time Getting excited after receiving rejection  All the challenges they faced during production and post production Not taking “no” for an answer Memorable Quotes “The most expensive lesson I learned as a filmmaker was directing something without knowing how to edit.” [4:45] “When you can figure out how to use technology to your advantage to tell a story in a different way, there's nothing better.” [30:17] “When you strip certain things away and limit your pallet, it makes a much more interesting product.” [37:17] “Do what drives you and try to make what your passion is. Your passion is the thing that will get it made.” [41:14] Mentioned: Connect with Ira on Instagram Follow Share? on TikTok Watch the Share? trailer Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web https://nofilmschool.com/ Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/nofilmschool Twitter  https://twitter.com/nofilmschool YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/user/nofilmschool Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nofilmschool Send us an email with questions or feedback: podcast@nofilmschool.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eli is the spiritual leader at Congregation Habonim. He is also the International Director of Education for March of the Living. In this interview, Eli, a brilliant storyteller, tells stories about courage and bravery coming out of the October 7th terrorist attack on southern Israel. He also shares poignant and touching stories about Chanukah, as this interview was conducted on the forth night of the holiday. Have a listen. Eli is truly fascinating and has a beautiful way of telling Jewish stories from years gone by. They will inspire you, and warm your heart. Am Yisrael Chai.     

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In this podcast, the first one since my return to podcasting, I speak with my eldest sister's daughter, Devora Mason, who is a mother of five living in Israel. Devora speaks about her family and how they deal with the situation in Israel since October 7th. She is articulate and very open about her family's experience, including the fact there are divergent political views in her family - yet everyone gets along. Have a listen. Devora is fascinating and someone I am very proud of. 

This series is sponsored by our friends Mira and Daniel Stokar.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Rabbi Michael Rosensweig, a Rosh Yeshiva and the Rosh Kollel of the Beren Kollel Elyon at RIETS, about how we can return as a people to the world of Torah study. Rabbi Rosensweig is the author of the recently published book Mimini Mikhael - Essays on Yom Kippur and Teshuvah, which is the centerpiece of this conversation. In this episode we discuss: How does teaching Torah to a broad audience compare with teaching high-level students?What should we hope to achieve on Yom Kippur?What is the relationship between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur?Tune in to hear a conversation about how a teshuva sheleima begins with a return to the majesty of Torah.Interview begins at 11:47.Rabbi Dr. Michael Rosensweig is a Rosh Yeshiva and the Rosh Kollel of the Beren Kollel Elyon at the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (RIETS) at Yeshiva University. Rabbi Rosensweig is one of the foremost Talmudists in the world today, and studied under Rabbi Joseph B. Soleveitchik and Rav Aharon Lichtenstein. Rabbi Rosensweig received his M.A. and Ph.D. in Medieval Jewish History from the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, where he wrote his dissertation under Rabbi Dr. Haym Soloveitchik. References:Mimini Mikhael - Essays on Yom Kippur and Teshuvah by Rabbi Dr. Michael RosensweigHalakhic Man by Rabbi Joseph B. SoloveitchikSefer Mishnas Avraham by Avraham Aharon Price Sefer Madda by MaimonidesHosea 14Nefesh HaChayim, Gate IV, 31 by Chaim of Volozhin“Elu va-Elu Divre Elokim Hayyim: Halakhic Pluralism and Theories of Controversy” by Michael Rosensweig

Amazing SLPs and Authors of children's books Holly Rosensweig, Stephanie Cohen, and Stephanie Anderson join me to discuss the strategies they use to keep children engaged, help them learn early sounds, and learn to say new words.   We discuss how their backgrounds in speech therapy inspired them to write their books, what influenced the visuals they chose, and future projects they will be sharing with the world soon.   Stephanie Anderson can be reached at her website, www.twinCitiesSpeechTherapy.com or on Instagram and Facebook @TwinCitiesSpeechTherapy. You can find her book, The Imitation Book, on her website or Amazon.   Stephanie Cohen is on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok @LearnToTalkWithMe. Her Learn to Talk with Me book series is at at Barnes and Noble, Amazon, Walmart, and independent bookstores around the country.   Find Holly and her new book, Let's Go Puppy, releasing on June 27th, 2023 at www.StoryBookConnection.com or on Instagram @StoryBookConnection.

www.tiaventures.com Dan Rosensweig is an American businessman and the CEO of Chegg, an education technology company based in Santa Clara, California. He was born on October 3, 1962, in New York City. Rosensweig began his career in the technology industry as an executive at Ziff-Davis Publishing, where he rose to the position of President of ZDNet. He later served as Chief Operating Officer at Yahoo! from 2002 to 2006, overseeing the company's global operations. In 2010, Rosensweig became the CEO of Chegg, an online education platform that provides textbook rentals, homework help, online tutoring, and other educational services to students. Under his leadership, Chegg has expanded its services and grown its customer base, going public in 2013 and becoming a publicly-traded company on the NYSE. In addition to his work at Chegg, Rosensweig serves on the boards of several other technology companies, including Adobe Systems and Rent the Runway. He has also been involved in various philanthropic and social causes, serving on the board of directors for the Silicon Valley Education Foundation and as a member of the board of trustees for the Harlem Children's Zone.

Dan Rosensweig from Crackle's “Going From Broke” discusses the ONE step even if you fail which moved your further on in life and more in this Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”.

There are 731 days, or two years, until the next inauguration of the president of the United States of America. This is not a fact that has any relevance except that this is January 20, 2023, and it's either this or National Cheese Lover's Day to signify this small blurb at the top of another edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement. I'm your host, Sean Tubbs, and it's also my mother's birthday. On today's program:* Former Charlottesville Dave Norris is the fourth person to enter the race for an open seat in the House of Delegates* A driver charged in connection with January 12 death of pedestrian on Ivy Road* Charlottesville to hire two legal firms while search for permanent City Attorney continues* The city is on track to have a $5 million surplus for the current fiscal year* Council appoints members to two affordable housing committees with familiar faces getting the seats First shout-out:  UVA Health offering free sports physicals on SaturdayToday's first subscriber supported shout-out goes to the UVA Health Office of Diversity and Community Engagement! They want you to know about an event this week where free sports physicals will be offered! Health professionals will be on hand Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Charlottesville High School for young people who need a quick check-up before beginning to play for an athletic team. This is a project being conducted in partnership with the UVA Latino Health Initiative, UVA Family Medicine, and the UVA Virginia Wellness Initiative. For more information, call 434-243-8352 or in Spanish at 434-272-5910. Norris enters race for House District 54 seatSo far, there are no candidates who have filed to run for Charlottesville City Council this year, but two former members are now in the race for House District 54. Dave Norris served on Council from July 2006 until the end of 2013 and has filed a statement of organization with the Virginia Department of Elections. “I am pleased to have served the Charlottesville-Albemarle community in a variety of ways over the past 30 years, and I look forward to building upon my track record of proven progressive leadership if elected to the Virginia General Assembly,” Norris wrote on his campaign website. Norris also served as Mayor from 2008 to 2011. He joins former Charlottesville Mayor David E. Brown, Albemarle School Board Member Katrina Callsen, and Fifeville resident Dashad Cooper. Norris currently works as a program manager for the Piedmont Housing Alliance in their Financial Opportunity Center. He has also worked as the general manager of the Charlottesville Parking Center, the executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Blue Ridge, executive director of PACEM, and other positions. When on Council, he served for a time as chair of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. The Democratic Primary is on June 20. Will we see more candidates for this seat? A small bit of history. The seat being vacated by Delegate Sally Hudson used to be occupied by David Toscano, who served on Council from 1990 to 2002. Toscano succeeded former Delegate Mitch Van Yahres who served two terms on Council from 1968 to 1976. He was first elected to the House of Delegates in a special election in 1980. Driver charged in connection with death of pedestrian on Ivy RoadA 54-year-old Charlottesville man has been charged with reckless driving in a crash last week that struck and killed a 52-year-old man from Albemarle County. Isidro Casandro Martinez was walking his bike across Ivy Road at Alderman Road last Thursday night when Charlottesville Police say he was hit by a car driven by Corey Abdella. Martinez was initially thought to have been riding a bicycle at 10:55 p.m., but Charlottesville Police now say that he was walking it across the street. An update was sent out this morning. A search of the city's data on recent arrests confirms Abdella arrest yesterday morning. City to hire one firm to legal counsel for general operation, another for land use issues The rest of today's newsletter is going to focus mostly on this week's City Council meeting. Perhaps some of you are interested in applying to be the appointed Councilor. Perhaps you may run for the office. Either way, I'm going to try to cover as much of this meeting as I can in this newsletter.First, the city is still seeking a replacement for former City Attorney Lisa Robertson with the position posted for applicants. Interim City Manager Michael C. Rogers had previously announced that Senior Deputy City Attorney Allyson Davies would serve as the interim attorney, but that has turned out to not be the case.“We will fulfill the role of City Attorney with the law firm of Sands Anderson,” Rogers said. “We made that determination because we are down an attorney in the office and we think the nature of the support we need is with a law firm and not just one individual.” Rogers said there will be two project managers working to support the deputy attorneys on general business. However, the city is hiring a different firm to handle land use issues. “On land use matters we engaged Sharon Pandek's firm who will work with planning on issues of the zoning ordinance over the next couple of weeks,” Rogers said. That firm is Pandak & Taves, according to a flier from the Virginia Association of Counties. The Charlottesville Planning Commission will hold a work session on the zoning code rewrite next Tuesday at 5 p.m.  (meeting info)Council briefed on revenue projections; $5M surplus projected for current fiscal yearThe end of the fiscal year is 161 days away, and it'll be about ten months or so until accountants will know if the City of Charlottesville will have a shortfall or a surplus. Council gets a quarterly briefing on revenue collections and spending and got a projection for another surplus from city staff.“We're looking at a total of about $5 million,” said budget director Krisy Hammill. “Most of those are driven by the tax revenue sources that we continue to talk about. The real estate tax… reassessment notices for calendar year 2023 will be going out at the end of this month.” Hammill said the new figures will likely increase the surplus. Albemarle County's assessments were up an average of 13.46 percent for 2023. (read that story)Interim City Manager Michael C. Rogers said he was cautious and pointed out there are still remaining unknowns about potential expenses the city may incur to raise salaries. “The compensation study that we've talked about, we don't know what the price tag on that is going to be and the choices we will have to make when that is presented, as well as a collective bargaining,” Rogers said. However, Rogers said he felt the picture was pretty solid but that money is not unlimited. Hammill said if there is a downturn, the surplus could go the other way. “If there were to be a recession, it's very possible that some of these gains that we're reporting to you for right now for meals, sales, lodging could be not there,” Hammill said. For those interested in the development of the budget, Rogers and the budget staff are having a forum on January 31. Second shout-out goes to Camp AlbemarleToday's second subscriber-supported public service announcement goes out to Camp Albemarle, which has for sixty years been a “wholesome rural, rustic and restful site for youth activities, church groups, civic events and occasional private programs.”Located on 14 acres on the banks of the Moorman's River near Free Union, Camp Albemarle continues as a legacy of being a Civilian Conservation Corps project that sought to promote the importance of rural activities. Camp Albemarle seeks support for a plan to winterize the Hamner Lodge, a structure built in 1941 by the CCC and used by every 4th and 5th grade student in Charlottesville and Albemarle for the study of ecology for over 20 years. If this campaign is successful, Camp Albemarle could operate year-round. Consider your support by visiting campalbemarleva.org/donate.Councilors pick up committee assignments from vacant seat The resignation of City Councilor Sena Magill earlier this month also means that the remaining Councilors had to fill the vacancies she also left on other committees. In addition to attending Council meetings, each elected official serves on several boards and commissions as the official representative from Council. “We're not filling every position that she had had but these are ones that have something going on right now for which its important to have the members right now,” said Charlottesville Mayor Lloyd Snook. Councilor Brian Pinkston will now serve on the Albemarle Charlottesville Regional Jail Board. In a future installment of this newsletter, I'll write about the financing agreement for the renovations that are being planned. Charlottesville partners with Albemarle County and Nelson County to maintain the facility. The next meeting of the ACRJ Board is on February 9. (meeting info)Vice Mayor Juandiego Wade will serve now on the Workforce Development Board for the Piedmont Region. Their information is all on their website but I did not see a listing for an upcoming meeting. New city housing committees get members but enough to form quorum Charlottesville City Council has appointed members to two new committees formed as part of a call to restructure the way funding for affordable housing projects is governed.“A major portion of the discussion during the Affordable Housing Plan that was developed a year plus ago was talking about the need to separate out the different functions, the different advisory functions into a funding committee and just the general Housing Advisory Committee [HAC],” said Charlottesville Mayor Lloyd Snook. Council first took up the Charlottesville Affordable Housing Fund (CAHF) Committee. Unfortunately, they could not fully staff that group. “We have six people to appoint but we did not get six applicants,” Snook said.However, they did make two appointments to the new CAHF Committee. * Philip d'Oronzio, (also on Charlottesville Planning Commission)* S. Lisa Herndon, President of the Charlottesville Area Association of ResidentsNext they took up the Charlottesville Housing Advisory Committee (HAC) Committee. They appointed the following:* John Sales, Executive Director of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority (three year term)* Sunshine Mathon, Executive Director of the Piedmont Housing Alliance (non-profit two-year term)* Corey Demchak, Director of Programs at Albemarle Home Improvement Program (non-profit one-year)* Philip d'Oronzio (real estate representative, three year term)* Dan Rosensweig (real estate representative, two year term)* Abigail Palko (at-large, three year term)* Josh Hughes (at-large, two year term)* Joy Johnson (affordable housing beneficiary, three year term) * Elise Noyes (affordable housing beneficiary, one year term) A one year term for the real estate term is still open.  Rosensweig is also the president of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville. Johnson is the Section 3 coordinator for the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. d'Oronzio is the Chief Executive Officer of Pilot Mortgage. Reading material: * Republicans again attempt to roll back Democratic carbon reduction laws, Charlie Paullin, Virginia Mercury, January 16, 2023* Future of an Albemarle County post office remains in limbo, Keagan Hughes, NBC29 January 17, 2023* Va. Senate Democrats kill effort to repeal electric car rule, Sarah Rankin, Associated Press, January 17, 2023* First United Methodist Church denied request to install solar panels, Hawes Spencer, Charlottesville Daily Progress, January 19, 2023* Salvation Army on Ridge Street OK'd for demolition, Hawes Spencer, Charlottesville Daily Progress, January 19, 2023Keeping the end of #487 cluttered with information:It's the end of the week, but when will the next installment of Charlottesville Community Engagement emerge? This is a good question. Likely on Monday, for there is work to be done on the next Week Ahead as well as Fifth District Community Engagement. I have not gotten to a whole bunch of stories. One day, though, this will be a daily publication, seven days a week, committed to getting as much information to the public about what happens in local and regional governments. Sometimes that means links to articles like the ones above, but my hope is original coverage as you've come to expect in the two and a half years since this newsletter and podcast launched.And of course, all of this is funded by the quarter of the audience that's opted to pay for a paid subscription, either through Substack or through Patreon. Thank you! I will never beg or please of introduce scarcity as a way to get you to contribute. I trust that if you find there's a value to this work, you'll opt to help me cover the cost.Ting is helping me cover the cost. They sponsor this newsletter by providing a match for each initial payment through Substack. It's a tremendous help and I will say once more: Hooray for Ting!And, if you want to upgrade your Internet provider, check out Ting! If you sign up at this link and enter the promo code COMMUNITY, you'll get:* Free installation* A second month for free* A $75 gift card to the Downtown MallThanks to Wraki for the music. There is going to be a new closing tune beginning with #500 and hopefully other audio cues here and there, too. Do give the podcast a chance if you've not heard it to this point.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

While the debt crisis continues to rage unabated, Going From Broke, backed by executive producer Ashton Kutcher, returns for its third season with hosts Dan Rosensweig, CEO of Chegg, and financial expert Tonya Rapley (MyFabFinance.com). The pair dedicate their time to helping participants, as well as viewers, navigate the reality of their debt in order to become the CEO of their own lives. In the wake of “The Great Resignation” manifesting across the American workforce, this season focuses on helping people manage their debt, job insecurity and growing mental health concerns.

While the debt crisis continues to rage unabated, Going From Broke, backed by executive producer Ashton Kutcher, returns for its third season with hosts Dan Rosensweig, CEO of Chegg, and financial expert Tonya Rapley (MyFabFinance.com). The pair dedicate their time to helping participants, as well as viewers, navigate the reality of their debt in order to become the CEO of their own lives. In the wake of “The Great Resignation” manifesting across the American workforce, this season focuses on helping people manage their debt, job insecurity and growing mental health concerns.

A new season. A new layer of lessons to learn from and then teach forward.

A new season. A new layer of lessons to learn from and then teach forward.

A new season. A new layer of lessons to learn from and then teach forward.

Our anchors begin today's show with CNBC's Kristina Partsinevelos breaking down chipmaker AMD's latest earnings, and CNBC's Dom Chu analyzes several key tech stocks that have rallied and fallen since the last Fed rate hike. Next, our Julia Boorstin discusses FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr calling on the U.S. government to ban TikTok, and CNBC's Frank Holland covers Bank of America's double downgrade on enterprise software firm Twilio. Then, ZoomInfo Founder and CEO Henry Schuck weighs in on the software company's latest results, and Piper Sandler analyst Harsh Kumar offers his take on the volatility affecting semiconductor stocks. Later, CNBC's Eamon Javers shares highlights from his interview with White House Cyber Czar Anne Neuberger, and Chegg CEO Dan Rosensweig takes a deep dive into the education platform beating estimates in Q3.

Dan Rosensweig oversees the student-first connected learning platform, Chegg. As the President and CEO, Rosensweig is dedicated to extending opportunity within the one trillion dollar U.S. education market. Prior roles include COO of Yahoo! and CEO of Guitar Hero.

Dan is the CEO of Chegg and has become a huge advocate for reform of the education system and promoting school to be more affordable and relevant and inclusive in today's tech-driven economy. His passion behind this cause in infectious. Crazy to think a few short decades ago we toiled in the world of ‘special interest publishing' at the likes of Ziff-Davis but that turned into a treasure trove of learnings, contacts and more and led to even great heights for Dan as he went to run CNET, Yahoo and other businesses before turning to Chegg. I caught up with him a few weeks ago - he was in NY thinking about Springsteen and weekends @the shore, and I was transfixed on the pending Warriors playoff game. It was a blast to catch up. Give a listen here….

Our anchors start today's show looking for high-value, low-price tech names with Bernstein Senior Research Analyst Toni Sacconaghi, and education platform Chegg CEO Dan Rosensweig joins after posting guidance that sent shares sliding. Next, CNBC's Mike Santoli breaks down areas of strength preventing the sector's ongoing sell-off from worsening, and GGV Capital Managing Partner Jeff Richards weighs in on opportunities in software stocks. Later, our Julia Boorstin covers media giant Paramount's latest earnings, and ZoomInfo Founder and CEO Henry Schuck offers a deeper dive into the software company's Q1 numbers.