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From Boca Raton, Florida, this is Behind the Bima. On this week's episode, Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Josh Broide, and Philip Moskowitz are joined by the iconic Jewish music superstar, Yaakov Shwekey.As one of the most beloved voices in the Jewish world, Yaakov Shwekey has touched the hearts of countless listeners through his powerful songs that inspire and unite communities across the globe. Known for bringing both joy and deep emotion to his music, Shwekey shares his reflections on this past year—one filled with profound challenges for the Jewish people—and how he has used his talent to uplift and support the Jewish nation, particularly in Israel.From singing for soldiers to comforting families during times of immense pain, Shwekey discusses the role of music in healing, unity, and resilience. Plus, we dive into the emotional preparation for Simchas Torah this year, balancing joy with sorrow, and the deeper meaning behind his latest projects.All this and more, Behind the Bima.00:00 - Introduction18:55 - Interview
A How to Sing installment- Shwekey's Bo'ee Bishalom, this is an amazing song to know This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate
Jenine Shwekey and Chaya Bender are the founders and directors of The Special Children's Center. The Center, as it is affectionately known, is full of laughter, learning, and love. Founded by Jeanine and Chaya in 1996, it has grown into a pillar of support and a lifeline for countless children and their families across the tri-state area. The center provides around-the-clock respite services throughout the year. The center's special education staff runs therapeutic programs, and hundreds of volunteers join forces to help others feel whole. Apply for a job at Grand Fiscal Services! Great work environment, Full female office. Apply by emailing: Jobs@grandfiscalservices.com or Call: 609-703-0832 ____________________________________ Need Financial Planning and Life insurance? Call Moshe Alpert! Email: Moshe.alpert@nm.com for a free consultation, or head to Moshealpert.nm.com Or call 718-644-1594 _______________________________________ For the best-looking and most comfortable dress shirts in the world.. Collarsandco.com Use promo code: MEANINGFUL for 15% off! ______________________________________ Subscribe to Meaningful Minute on WhatsApp: WhatsApp Subscribe Link ____________________________________ Subscribe to our Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2WALuE2 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/MPPGooglePodcasts Or wherever Podcasts are available! Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/meaningfulpeoplepodcast Like us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/MPPonFB Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MeaningfuPplPod Editor: Sruly Saftlas Podcast created by: Meaningful Minute For more info and upcoming news, check out: https://Meaningfulminute.org #jew #jewish #podcast #frum #rabbi #frumpodcast #meaningfulpeople #torah #mitzvah #hashem #jewishmusic #jewishpodcast #israel #kumzitz #nachigordon #jewishpod #Shwekey #Shimon #SpecialChildren
Yoni, Mordy and Shwekey drop new albums and continue to get free press from the Weekly Squeeze, the Shtetl is calling or should I say HBO is calling and an inspirational message all singles need to hear, this is The Weekly Squeeze Episode 15.www.chanalemusic.comwww.dailygiving.org/theweeklysqueezewww.jamiegeller.com promocode: Chanale10
Yaakov Shwekey was born in Jerusalem. In his early years, Shewkey lived in the Bayit VeGan neighborhood of Jerusalem,[2] but he eventually moved to Polanco, Mexico City, and attended Yeshiva Ateret Yosef. He later lived in Lakewood, NJ, and Brooklyn, NY, and attended Yeshiva of Brooklyn before moving to Long Branch, NJ. Yaakov Shwekey stormed into the Jewish music scene in 2001 with his debut solo album, Shomati, soaring to the top of the charts To date, he has released 13 albums and 3 DVDs. His latest album is "We Are a Miracle" which was just released Shwekey has headlined numerous concerts, including 2 Ceasaria concerts 2 beacon concerts, and 3 HASC concerts among his many hits are Rachem Meheroh ma ma ma Vhi Sheomdoh as well as mama Rochel and many moreToday we have an amazing, interesting, talented, and creative artist with us and a man with a massive, massive soul, the one and only Yaakov Shwekey. Yaakov launched a solo career in 2001 with his debut album, Shomati. He rose quickly to Jewish musical fame. Over the years, he's grown in popularity through his hit singles and albums, but also through the kindness that he does. And he's not alone in this. His wife, Janine, co-founded a special children's center in New Jersey servicing over 1000 families with children with special needs. Yaakov and I delve deep into his personal journey, lessons learned along the way, and the meaning behind some of his most popular songs. I hope you enjoy!Connect with YaakovFacebookYouTubeSpotifyWebsiteWith Pesach around the corner, Streit's Matzo is showing up supporting the podcast and I greatly appreciate it. Streit's Matzo is America's last family-owned Mazor Bakery. They're the only ones to produce here in the United States guaranteeing freshness and quality of all the products this Passover. Stock up on items through the website and use code, meirkay, for 10% off your order. Also, enter for a chance to win products from Streit's by tagging @streitsmatzos in your food, photos, and videos. It could be artwork, recipes, songs, get creative, you name it. Tag them on social media at @streitsmatzos. Thank you so much for the support.SayMazelTov is where you can request personalized videos from your favorite Jewish creators and inspiring thought leaders. Our goal is that you have a personalized easy and professional experience all the while supporting a charity.Use promo code meirkay10 for 10% on your order!Don't forget to subscribe to The Great Day PodcastLove The Great Day Podcast? Want to find out how to support the show? Click the link below to join my new Patreon page.Become Patron on My Patreon Page HERE!Did I mention that I am now an author?! Check out my new book "A Kids Book About Optimism"And 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.
28 year old percussionist Jonathan Gomez was born in Bogota, Colombia. There is no question as to why he has been able to take traditional Colombian music to popular venues around the US. His musical career began at the age of 5 at “Orquesta Sinfonica Juvenil de Colombia” then continued at the “Pontificia Universidad Javeriana” where he gained a better understanding of world music.He has performed in renown festivals such as Globalfest, Music of Colors (Detroit) and SXSW (Austin, TX) among others. He has also participated in the first Colombian musical presented at the Lincoln Center, “La Mas Grande Historia Jamas Cantada” and earned a Grammy Award with the Arturo O’farrill & his Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra. Jonathan has an extensive career in the salsa scene in Colombia as part of “La Real Charanga”, recording two productions and taking first place in “Salsa al Parque” and "Jazz al Parque”. He has had the opportunity of playing and recording with many well-known artists such as Luisito Carrión, Luis Felipe Gonzalez, Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee, Kader Japonaise & Shwekey to name a few. Jonathan currently resides in New York City.
Rabbi Alevsky, yaakov Shwekey, Pinchus Treibich of Fruit Palace Dr. Abraham J. Twerski is the founder and medical director emeritus of Gateway Rehabilitation