Podcast appearances and mentions of steven shalowitz

Award-winning journalist Yardena Schwartz joins host Steven Shalowitz to discuss her groundbreaking book, Ghosts of a Holy War: The 1929 Massacre in Palestine That Ignited the Arab-Israeli Conflict. In this gripping conversation, Schwartz unveils the forgotten story of the Hebron Massacre—where 67 Jews were brutally murdered by their neighbors—and traces how disinformation, denial, and extremism set the stage for a century of conflict, culminating in the horrors of October 7, 2023. Drawing chilling parallels between past and present, this episode offers a sobering look at the Mufti of Jerusalem's Nazi ties, the roots of Palestinian incitement, and why history, if ignored, is doomed to repeat itself.

Episode 224 - Are U.S. tax dollars funding terrorism? Olga Deutsch, Vice President of NGO Monitor, returns to IsraelCast to join host Steven Shalowitz in an eye-opening conversation that connects the dots between human rights NGOs, international aid, and terror networks. From the halls of Brussels to the streets of Gaza, Deutsch breaks down how anti-Israel organizations exploit Western funding to wage political warfare and spread disinformation. With firsthand insight and razor-sharp clarity, she reveals how we can hold them accountable—and why it matters more than ever. Tune in for a riveting, no-holds-barred exploration of truth, terror, and transparency.

In this uplifting episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with professional basketball player Jared Armstrong, whose inspiring journey has taken him from Philadelphia to the southern Israeli city of Eilat. Jared shares how his love for basketball and deep sense of purpose led him to Israel, where he plays professionally and runs JAB Camp—an initiative that brings together youth from diverse backgrounds through basketball, education, and dialogue. As a Black Jewish athlete, Jared reflects on his unique identity, his advocacy work following October 7, and his efforts to bridge communities both in Israel and the U.S. through sport. Hear how he's using the game he loves to teach life skills, build connections, and inspire the next generation to pursue their dreams with purpose and resilience.

Where are the Jewish people truly from? On this thought-provoking episode of IsraelCast, join host Steven Shalowitz as he welcomes back celebrated author, Holocaust scholar, and pioneering voice of the Modern Jewish Pride Movement, Ben M. Freeman. Ben introduces his groundbreaking new book, The Jews: An Indigenous People, unpacking the powerful and historically undeniable truth of Jewish indigeneity to the Land of Israel. With eloquence, warmth, and abounding intellectual curiosity, Ben explores how centuries of exile couldn't diminish the Jewish people's bond to their ancestral homeland—a bond now celebrated in a modern miracle, the State of Israel. Delving into history, language, culture, and even the nuances of identity, this illuminating conversation encourages listeners to rediscover Jewish pride and embrace a vibrant heritage that has withstood millennia. Tune in to hear why Jewish history isn't just about belief—it's about unshakable facts that empower our present and guide our future.

IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Simon Newton-Smith, Senior Vice President of the Americas for EL AL Israel Airlines, to discuss the airline's extraordinary role in keeping Israel connected amid unprecedented challenges. Simon shares insights into EL AL's resilience and operational strategies following October 7, detailing how the airline has continued flying at record levels despite a significant portion of its workforce serving in the IDF reserves. He also highlights the security measures, contingency planning, and logistical precision that have allowed El Al to remain Israel's lifeline to the world. And, an exciting announcement—IsraelCast is now available on all EL AL flights worldwide, bringing the voices of Israel to the skies!

Born and raised on the West Coast of the US, Lucas Peters now makes Tangier his home. He's a travel writer and photographer and the author of the Moon Guide Book for Morocco. Together with his very accomplished wife, Amina, they own and operate Journey Beyond Travel, one of Morocco's most successful, sustainable tour companies.  Lucas' expertise isn't limited to Morocco though. He also wrote Moon Guide Book's Grand European Journeys: 40 Unforgettable Trips by Road, Rail, Sea & More. In November 2024, Lucas is releasing the Moon Guide Book for Sevilla, Granada and Andalusia. When he's not writing or planning remarkable journeys for his clients, Lucas, together with Amina and their two kids, spends time traveling around Morocco, exploring the small towns dotting the national roads, difficult-to-access mountain villages and crumbling kasbahs of the Sahara. On this episode, Lucas shares that in 2009, he bought a one way ticket to Morocco and never left – so he's truly on a one way ticket journey! Also in the conversation, Lucas and Host, Steven Shalowitz, touch on each of the destinations Steven visited on his recent four and a half week journey through Morocco which Lucas orchestrated. They included: Rabat, Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Moulay Idriss, Meknes, Fes, Ifrane, Erfoud, the Sahara, the Atlas Mountains, Essaouira, Marrakech and Casablanca.  Plus, the two highlight everything from riads to hammams, Morocco's rich Jewish heritage to Moroccan cuisine, the method to Moroccan aesthetic madness to the proliferation of cats throughout the country, and more. For further information on Lucas, visit: http://lucasmpeters.com. And for curated, bespoke visits to Morocco, Andalusia and select other destinations, visit: http://journeybeyondtravel.com   

Shai Davidai did not set out to become one of the leading faces in calling out Jew hatred and anti-Israel rhetoric on college campuses. He just wanted to focus on his career in academia and be with his family. Yet, when the pro-Hamas protests came to his Columbia University following the October 7 attacks and Davidai found himself in a maelstrom of hate and harassment, the mild-mannered professor dedicated himself to advocating for the Jewish homeland amidst a sea of antisemitism. On this special bonus episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Davidai to discuss his antisemitic experiences at Columbia, the shocking indifference from the university's administration, and how everyone can do their part in supporting Jewish communities under attack.

It is more important than ever to find reliable news sources who can report the facts accurately. Since 2010, Tazpit Press Service (TPS) has been the only Israeli newswire agencies, now reaching over 10 million people worldwide and distributing over 5,000 articles per year. On this week's episode, host Steven Shalowitz speaks once again to Amotz Eyal, Founder and CEO of TPS, this time in the agency's Jerusalem office, to discuss TPS' news operations, media bias from other newswires, and his memories of October 7.

On October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists launched an unprecedented wave of attacks on Israel Envelope communities, murdering men, women, and children with no remorse, taking hostages, and destroying the land that Israeli pioneers worked so hard to develop. Four months later, even as people still mourn their losses and pray for the safe return of loved ones, these communities are starting to rebuild. On this special IsraelCast episode, host Steven Shalowitz tours Kibbutz Be'eri, a small community located about five kilometers from Gaza, with longtime community member Rami Goldstein, who recounts his memories of October 7 and describes both the current environment of the Kibbutz and his community's rebuilding efforts.

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On this episode of Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley welcomes Steven Shalowitz, an experienced international traveler and host of the One Way Ticket podcast. Over the past ten years, he's been interviewing thought leaders in business, travel, art and entertainment around one question: “If I gave you a one-way ticket, where would you go?” The conversation kicks off with a discussion of Steven's experiences before starting One Way Ticket, and then moves into his intrepid travels to Syria and Iraq, as Steven shares his insights into the culture and people of these regions, as well as his thoughts on the importance of understanding the complexity of international perceptions and their impact on local communities. Melissa and Steven also touch on the importance of respectful behavior as a traveler, and strategies for sorting through travel photos, and the interview concludes with a discussion of dream destinations, as Melissa ponders what her answer might be when she joins Steven on his show.On this week's Travel Hacks, Melissa pulls from her many trips to highlight the benefits of airport meet & greets and how and when to use this service. For more on Steven's travels and his podcast, visit his website. Follow Melissa on InstagramLearn more about Indagare Travel

As global needs shift and a greater importance has been placed on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), the global workforce has not yet caught up to meet these needs. Even in Israel, the startup nation, there is a shortage of people with crucial engineering and science experience. Afeka Tel-Aviv Academic College of Engineering is working on fixing this through recruiting and educating students in these much-needed fields. Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with host Steven Shalowitz talk to Ami Moyal, the President of Afeka Tel-Aviv Academic College of Engineering, on the importance of STEM education, his and the college's research on speech recognition, and how to adjust education based on the current generation of students. Prof. Ami Moyal has served as President of Afeka Tel-Aviv Academic College of Engineering since 2014. Under his leadership, Afeka's student body has grown at an average rate of 9% per year, and today the college's graduates contribute $2.25 billion annually to Israel's GDP. Before joining Afeka, Moyal was active in the speech processing high-tech industry for 15 years, and held positions as VP Technology Dev., VP Business Dev., and CEO of Natural Speech Communication Ltd. Moyal has been published in The Jerusalem Post, Forbes, and Boston Business Journal.

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Jewish National Fund-USA ensures that no member of Israeli society is left behind, from its state-of-the-art rehabilitative facility in the Negev to Special in Uniform, which integrates teens with disabilities into the Israel Defense Forces. In recognition of Jewish Disability, Acceptance, Awareness, and Inclusion month, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Yossi Kahana, the director of JNF-USA's Task Force on Disabilities, to talk about JNF-USA's work supporting people with disabilities, what he's learned in his 20+ years of experiences working with disabled Israelis, and the importance of making sure nobody gets left behind.

Steven Shalowitz, host of The One Way Ticket Show, went vegan in Saudi Arabia, went further in Israel, and helped a friend escape Kabul. And Sunny Satva spends most of her time in Kenya as director of the Vegan Africa Fund.

For years, Jewish National Fund-USA has been transforming Israel's Negev and Galilee to attract new residents to the regions, by improving the quality of life, supporting tourism, agriculture, healthcare, education, and so much more. On this week's episode of IsraelCast, JNF-USA's ever-energetic PR and Communications Manager in Israel, Yael Levontin, walks host Steven Shalowitz through JNF-USA's vision for the land and people of Israel, from its Blueprint Negev and Go North initiatives in the Negev and Galilee to its push to redefine the conversation on what it means to be a Zionist. She also reflects on her personal experience with JNF-USA and Israel, and how she balances work and raising five children.  

On this week's episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Shufutinsky to discuss his mixed-race heritage as a black Russian Jew, how his rap music is both an extension of his identity and a platform to discuss real-world issues, and the importance of minority communities not being defined by outsiders, instead forging and maintaining their own unique identity.

For Jews living in the Soviet Union, identity was a complicated and sensitive issue. Though many Jews assimilated into Soviet culture, they still forged their Jewish identity through shared cultural interests, get-togethers, and the necessity to stand together in the face of anti-Semitism. In this episode, host Steven Shalowitz sits with Izabella Tabarovsky, Program Associate to the Kennan Institute, Contributing Writer at Tablet Magazine, and expert on Soviet Jewry, who talks about her experience growing up in the Soviet Union, what Americans can learn from the modern Refusenik movement, the importance of Russian-speaking Jews in the Zionist movement, and what Israel means to her personally.   

Jewish people have a right to self-determination in the land of Israel as one of the indigenous populations of that region. That's fact. Unfortunately, Jewish people around the world have seen this fact become forced open to interpretation by those that harbor antisemitic sentiments. On this week's episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Gil Troy, a leading Zionist activist and acclaimed American historian, to discuss the alarming increase in antisemitic and antizionist rhetoric from thought leaders in our society and how even the most local of leaders can start a negative chain reaction that ultimately affects global perspectives. Tune in to learn more about Troy lays out how Jews and their allies can combat the hate with the knowledge of history.

What if we told you that you never had to worry about curbing your sweet tooth ever again? Well, that may become reality sooner than you think thanks to DouxMatok's Incredo® Sugar—a sugar reduction solution that doesn't compromise the taste or the level of sweetness! On this week's episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz chats with CEO, DouxMatok Ari Melamud about how Incredo® Sugar is able to accomplish such a feat and what this means for the future of personal nutrition.

If you've been a young Jewish adult or have raised one in the last twenty two years, chances are that you've heard Birthright—a once-in-a-lifetime odyssey to the land of Israel. Since 1999, Birthright Israel Foundation has gifted more than 750,000 young Jewish adults from over 68 countries with this ten day trip to their ancestral homeland. This, in turn, has ensured a vibrant future of the Jewish people by strengthening their Jewish identities, communities and connections to Israel. According to a study at Brandeis University, Birthright alumni are 93% more likely to feel very connected to Israel than non-participants while 84% ultimately raised their children Jewish! Tune into this week's episode of IsraelCast as host Steven Shalowitz sits down with the President and CEO of Birthright Israel Foundation, Israel “Izzy” Tapoohi, to discuss the crucialness of gifting young Jewish adults with this trip to Israel and why it has such a positive, long-lasting impact on its participants.

Did you know that Jewish people have been in America since before the American Revolution? Meet Aryeh Green—a direct descendent of one of America's first Jewish families and of many prominent Jewish American figures in later years. Green grew up incredibly proud of both his American and Jewish identities, but had not really dived into his Zionist identity. This all changed when he moved to Israel for rabbinical school, immersed himself in the culture and realized how crucial Zionism was to Judaism as a whole. Green eventually made Aliyah and has been living in Israel for over three decades. Tune into this week's episode of IsraelCast as host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Aryeh Green to discuss the many aspects of his life in Israel, including his soul-healing trek on Israel's famed National Trail.

Anti-Semitism, Anti-Israel, Anti-Zionism…what's the difference? Is there a difference? This week on IsraelCast, author and educator Ben M. Freeman sits down with host Steven Shalowitz for an engaging conversation on Jewish pride. Tune in to hear about why Jewish people need to reject the shame of anti-Semitism imposed by the non-Jewish world and how to define your own Jewish identity through Jewish experiences, history, and values.

Yoseph Haddad is a defender of Israel – from his time defending Israel as a member of the Israel Defense Forces or more recently as the CEO of Together – Vouch For Each Other, an organization bridging the gap between the Arab sector of Israeli society with Israeli society as a whole. What surprises most people who hear him speak, though, is that this staunch supporter of Israel is not Jewish, but an Israeli-Arab himself. Tune into this week's IsraelCast episode as Yoseph sits down with host, Steven Shalowitz, for a fascinating conversation on growing up in Israel, how his life was shaped by a life-threatening injury when he served in the IDF, and about his ongoing work with integrating Israeli Arabs into Israeli society.

Steven is the Host of "The One Way Ticket Show" podcast, where he explores with his acclaimed guests where they would go if given a one-way ticket, no coming back. Their destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary, or state of mind. He also chats with his guests about their lives and work. Steven is also the Host of the "IsraelCast" podcast. He speaks with experts about their work in Israel in high tech, medicine, agriculture, water management, the culinary & visual arts, and more.   Born and raised in Chicago, Steven worked for Young & Rubicam Advertising in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore, and New York City.   While producing and hosting a radio show in Singapore, he conceived the idea for "The One Way Ticket Show," which he launched as a podcast after moving to New York.    An exhibited photographer with a penchant for travel to rogue nations, Steven's adventures have taken him to nearly 70 countries, including North Korea, Libya, Iran, Burundi, Sudan, Syria, Burkina Faso, and Saudi Arabia.   Steven earned his B.A. (Honors) in Chinese Language & Literature from Washington University in St. Louis and his M.A. in International Relations from The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, D.C.  

From long shots to Olympians, Team Israel baseball is currently on a remarkable Cinderella run. After much success during three qualification tournaments, Team Israel won the Africa / Europe 2020 Olympic Qualification tournament thus securing them as the first Israeli National Team since 1976 to qualify for an Olympic team competition. One man who has helped with the rise of popularity of baseball in Israel and Team Israel's recent accomplishments is Team Israel's General Manager, Peter Kurz. IsraelCast host, Steven Shalowitz, welcomes Peter to the show to discuss the players' stories and why they joined Team Israel, the pride of being associated with Team Israel, and how you can show your support as they head to Tokyo to compete for a gold medal.

Get an inside look at Israel and what it means to be Jewish through the eyes of David Kaufman, Architectural Digest's Digital Director and a juror for Jewish National Fund-USA's Envision Tomorrow's Israel Competition. A Jew of color who was introduced to religion by his black Baptist grandmother, David expounds on the diversity of the Jewish experience, the captivating architecture of Tel Aviv, and what it means to be a creative person. Tune into this week's IsraelCast episode as host Steven Shalowitz sits down with David, someone you may not know but will feel like a friend by the end of the conversation.

For people living on the Israeli border towns near Gaza, life is 99% heaven and 1% hell. We've heard the positive stories when it feels like heaven – the community, the agriculture, the beauty – but do we know the realities of life during the 1% of hell? Adele Raemer, mother, grandmother, and patriotic Zionist, joins Steven Shalowitz on IsraelCast this week to shed light on the stress and fear that pervades the region during times of conflict, and also to express the common humanity she and her community share with their Arab neighbors just a few miles away, across the border.

How is the conversation about Israel on college campuses unfolding today and how is virtual learning impacting the discourse? This week, IsraelCast host Steven Shalowitz invites Asaf Romirowsky, PhD, Executive Director of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East, to expound on the complexities of the campus environment for both students and faculty, how the “cancel culture” mentality suppresses dialogue, and how to effectively teach a rich history to kids who are living on 160 characters.

We talk about Nan Whaley's announcement and Steve Stivers' decision, Bob Evans' employees in Canton showing support for slain co-worker Rebecca Rogers and we interview "The One Way Ticket Show" podcast host Steven Shalowitz. Thanks for listening to the podcast. Help us out by sharing the episode, subscribing to the podcast, supporting our sponsors and joining our listener support program. You can also leave a voice mail for our show here. Check out past episodes and enter to win contests on our show page here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chris-pugh6/message

Steven Shalowitz talks about his "The One Way Ticket Show" podcast and his travels to China. Thanks for listening to the podcast. Help us out by sharing the episode, subscribing to the podcast, supporting our sponsors and joining our listener support program. You can also leave a voice mail for our show here. Check out past episodes and enter to win contests on our show page here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chris-pugh6/message

Love binge-watching shows on Netflix? Then this week’s IsraelCast episode is just for you, as yes Studios’ Managing Director, Danna Stern, sits down with host, Steven Shalowitz. They discuss the secrets of television production, what makes Fauda and Shtisel international sensations, and a behind-the-scenes look at their upcoming new series.

“Be proud of who you are and be strong.” These simple words from a Holocaust survivor encouraged Michael Neuman to become a professional obstacle course racer and lead a non-profit that helps children with physical challenges through a Spartan race. Tune into IsraelCast this week as Michael sits down with host, Steven Shalowitz, to discuss the reasoning behind wearing a yarmulke during an obstacle course and the “Why?” of anti-Semitism.

Our world has changed, yet, Jewish National Fund-USA has also changed the worlds of so many Israelis in many meaningful ways. The positive and inspiring stories that have come out of these difficult times have been endless. Join JNF-USA CEO, Russell Robinson, and host, Steven Shalowitz, as they discuss the superhero work of JNF-USA and its partners, and why Russell is so optimistic about the future of Israel.

Our world has changed, yet, Jewish National Fund-USA has also changed the worlds of so many Israelis in many meaningful ways. The positive and inspiring stories that have come out of these difficult times have been endless. Join JNF-USA CEO, Russell Robinson, and host, Steven Shalowitz, as they discuss the superhero work of JNF-USA and its partners, and why Russell is so optimistic about the future of Israel. 

On this episode of Jewanced, Dan & Benny sit down with Steven Shalowitz, real-life explorer and host of The One Way Ticket Show & JNF-USA's IsraelCast podcast to talk about podcasting, radio, the power of travel, Israel, NYC, and so much more.  “If I gave you a one-way ticket to anywhere, past, present, or future, where would you go?”  That's the question that Steven Shalowitz asks all of his guests at the start of his captivating podcast, The One Way Ticket Show where he hosts celebrities and luminaries from across a variety of fields, including: art & design, business, communications, entertainment, travel, and world affairs.  Born and raised in Chicago, Steven worked for a major international advertising agency in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore, and New York City. While producing and hosting a radio show in Singapore, he conceived the idea for The One Way Ticket Show which he launched after moving to New York. An exhibited photographer with a penchant for travel to rogue nations, Steven's adventures have taken him from North Korea to Libya, Iran to Burundi, and Syria to Burkina Faso. Steven earned his B.A. in Chinese Language & Literature from Washington University in St. Louis, and his M.A. in International Relations from The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, D.C.  He is also the producer and host of the IsraelCast podcast, which is powered by the Jewish National Fund USA, and the host of JNF's monthly reading series which features author interviews. Links:      The One Way Ticket Show https://theonewayticketshow.com/ (website)      Listen & Subscribe to The One Way Ticket Show on https://open.spotify.com/show/4v4yiixSAjFI41NjyhTUJO?si=8edUJQtPSBicm1ih80txfA (Spotify)         The One Way Ticket Show on Twitter https://twitter.com/towtshow (@towtshow)         The One Way Ticket Show on https://www.facebook.com/theonewayticketshow (Facebook)        The http://www.jnf.org/israelcast (website) of IsraelCast, JNF-USA's premier Israel podcast        Listen & Subscribe to IsraelCast on https://open.spotify.com/show/5ou1fDXkeNDjHn9F1EU34P?si=RkIQx1wQR1m8_KR6trkKJQ (Spotify)         Steven's Twitter, https://twitter.com/stevenshalowitz (@stevenshalowitz)        Steven's https://www.facebook.com/steven.shalowitz (Facebook)   As always, make sure to subscribe to Jewanced on https://open.spotify.com/show/6984NiP7H1ULW9lJeVt8Ie?si=6LouGFFLTsq7N2bKJhLXRw (Spotify), https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewanced/id1522195382 (Apple Podcasts), or wherever you get your podcasts and subscribe to our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7r6xLC1K4Zf29i9ttxbNFg/ (channel). For more information, visit us at http://www.jewanced.com/ (http://www.jewanced.com)

For the past 73 years, children in Israel have grown up following in the footsteps of their grandparents, parents, siblings, and friends by enlisting in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). But for those with disabilities and special needs, the dream of joining the IDF was, for a long time, unattainable. Enter Special in Uniform, an organization close to the heart of Lihi Lapid, author, journalist, and special needs advocate. In this week’s episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz speaks to Lihi about how Special in Uniform deeply impacts youth with special needs by giving them a chance to join the IDF, as well as her life as a journalist and photographer.

When Riki Golan was born two months prematurely and didn't receive enough oxygen, the doctors diagnosed her with cerebral palsy and told her she would never be able to walk. Riki defied the odds and became a Major in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). In honor of Jewish Disability, Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAAIM), host, Steven Shalowitz welcomes her on IsraelCast to discuss her journey through the IDF and the meaningful work of Special in Uniform, who helps integrate young Israelis with disabilities into the IDF and prepare them for life after the army.

What a week! As we conclude our IsraelCast Abraham Accord series, second-time guest Arsen Ostrovsky continues an ongoing theme of the week: that it is up to everyday people to make the relationships across the Middle East flourish. Tune in as host, Steven Shalowitz, speaks with Arsen about his role on the board of Sharaka, an organization that helps strengthen the bond between the people of the Gulf & Israel, as well as the love of coffee and food shared between the two cultures.

How do you bring peace and solidarity between countries? Easy…chess! Twenty years ago, Lior Aizenberg found Chess4All for Israelis of all ages to play chess. However, now that we live in an internet world with no “boundaries”, Aizerberg has started to host tournaments with other countries, including Iran, Syria, Iraq, Morocco, and many more. Lior joins host, Steven Shalowitz, for a conversation on the important lessons chess teaches children and the rapid growth of chess around the world.

It all started with the swap of a basket of dates and a homemade challah, which turned out to be the perfect symbolic cultural exchange for May Al Badi & Elli Kriel. May & Elli are developing a set of 50 recipes to join Jewish & Emirati traditions that they plan to publish in a cookbook: Kosherati. For this episode of our IsraelCast Abraham Accords series, May joins Steven Shalowitz to discuss the similarities of Israeli & UAE cuisines, her favorite Jewish foods, & her emotional experience at her first Shabbat.

When author, speaker, & researcher Dan Feferman, first visited Dubai, he felt that he had stepped 20 years into the future. Tune in as Steven Shalowitz welcomes Dan onto IsraelCast for our Abraham Accord series. Listen to their conversation on the differences of Israeli business culture vs. the UAE, the warm welcome both countries had for one another, and the doors that this peace agreement opens for the rest of the Middle East.

Known for the photo that became the face of the historic Abraham Accords peace agreement, Norah Alawadhi is an Emirati pro-peace activist. On this episode of our IsraelCast Abraham Accords series, Norah talks to host Steven Shalowitz about her excitement meeting Israelis for the first time, the misconceptions of women in the UAE, and her desire to try Israeli coffee.

"Our system of government is based on our religion and this is what our people want. Should they seek alternatives, we are ready to listen to them. We are all in the same boat, and they are both captain and crew." The founding father of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed, encouraged the involvement of people of all ages, nationalities, faiths, and backgrounds - which has helped Rabbi Levi Duchman establish a strong Jewish community in the UAE. Listen to Steven Shalowitz speak with Rabbi Duchman on the coexistence of different religions in the region and the process of practicing Judaism.

What do the Dallas Cowboys & the Abraham Accords have in common? The both provide a wealth of excitement and promise for United Arab Emirates businessman, Thani Al-Shirawi. For the second episode in our Abraham Accords IsraelCast series, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Thani to discuss the misconceptions of Emiratis, why Israelis & Emiratis need to “talk the talk” instead of “walk the walk”, and where he wants to visit when he travels to Israel for the first time.

Wow! 100 episodes already? From chefs to political figures, we have enjoyed telling a positively Israel message from a unique perspective through the eyes of our incredible guests. To celebrate our 100th episode and kick-off our Abraham Accords IsraelCast series, host Steven Shalowitz welcomes The Jerusalem Post Editor-in-Chief, Yaakov Katz for a fascinating discussion of the new media landscape of the Middle East and all the different factors that can affect what is reported in journalism.

Jews across America have different views, different politics, and different levels of religious observance, but there is one organization that strives to act on the consensus of the Jewish people everywhere, and that organization is the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations. Whether you know about this organization already or it’s new to you, you’ll be fascinated by its work. Through addressing anti-Semitism to building relationships in the Middle East, the CoP is the unifier who brings the Jewish community together. Named by The Jerusalem Post as being among the fifty most influential Jews worldwide, William Daroff started off his political journey handing out pamphlets door to door; now, he is the CEO of the CoP. Daroff sits down with IsraelCast host Steven Shalowitz to discuss the importance of elected officials, combatting “Jew Hatred” on social media, and the journey of becoming a vegan.

Is Israel the new Silicon Valley? According to Elie Wurtman, yes it is. Coined The Man with the Golden Touch, Elie stays busy maintaining roles as an entrepreneur, wine maker, and devoted Zionist. Listen to his conversation with Steven Shalowitz as they discuss the venture capitalist landscape of Israel, the future of entrepreneurship in the younger generation, and building new relationships with the Gulf countries of the Middle East.

You’ve heard Israel called the “start-up nation” – now hear from its “guru”. Jon Medved, CEO of OurCrowd and often known as “the startup nation’s guru”, joins IsraelCast host Steven Shalowitz this week to discuss the work of OurCrowd, the importance of the Abraham Accords to the tech industry, and Jon’s large Hawaiian shirt collection.

Veterans Day is not a memorial of the fallen; rather, it is a day of recognition of those who fought valiantly in service of their country, ideals, and values. On a very special Veterans Day edition of IsraelCast, host, Steven Shalowitz, sits down with Alon Wald, the son of Rami Wald, an Israel Defense Forces captain and war hero who fell at Ammunition Hill. Listen to Alon, who is currently Head of Operations at Ammunition Hill, speak on the impact of the Battle of Ammunition Hill and how it remains a staple for Israeli history and current day teachings.

Some countries protect its borders through tanks or checkpoints, but is it possible to do it through activism? By volunteering in local communities, participants at Kedma Student Villages are doing just that. Tune in as Tirael Cohen, Kedma’s founder and CEO, joins host Steven Shalowitz on this week’s episode of IsraelCast to discuss how the young generation of Israel has found meaning and belonging through volunteering on Israel’s borders.

From Zionist pioneer, Leon Pinsker, to the Father of Modern Zionism, Theodor Herzl, to the first President of Israel, Chaim Weizmann, the story of Zionism has been filled with controversy, misunderstanding, and astonishing feats. Author of Zionism: The Concise History, Alex Ryvchin sits down with host, Steven Shalowitz, to tell the story of Zionism and the impact it has on modern Jewish identity and to war and peace in the Middle East. 

Growing up as an Israeli Muslim in a Bedouin family, Ishmael “Ish” Khaldi wanted to be a farmer. After two of his close friends were killed during their police service, Ish made a personal commitment to serve the country of Israel. Listen to Ish as he sits down with Steven Shalowitz to discuss his upbringing, values, and career as a diplomat.

September 15, 2020 was a historic day for Israel and United Arab Emirates - signing a peace treaty normalizing their relations. This week on IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz welcomed on Lior Haiat, the Israel Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, who was part of the official delegation that visited the UAE for this momentous event. Listen to Lior speak about the visit and what this means for the future of the Middle East.

Half a century ago, a 6-year-old Roni Raab visited his grandparents, who had made Aliyah, in Israel. On Sunday, Sept. 6, 1970, he, his mother, and 4 siblings boarded a TWA flight to return home to New York. A week later, Roni and his family finally deplaned after a tense, harrowing experience on an airplane that had been hijacked by the PFLP (Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine). Find out how Roni made it through this dangerous time and how it impacted the rest of his life on this week’s episode of IsraelCast with host Steven Shalowitz.

Courage. Gratitude. Connection. These words are bantered around often enough, but it is rare to find someone with so many stories of simple acts, making connections, and saying thank you. Tune in to this week’s episode of IsraelCast as host Steven Shalowitz sits with Israel advocate and former diplomat Shahar Azani, who relays stories from Kenya, Israel, Yemen, and the United States – and who reminds us of the value and importance of finding commonalities with others and appreciating the simple things in life.

Elhanan Brown’s passion for Israel is contagious. Whether he is teaching in a classroom, touring the country with his students, or guiding groups online, his knowledge of history and love of country come through. This week on IsraelCast, join host Steven Shalowitz as he sits down with Elhanan, an Alexander Muss High School in Israel educator and licensed tour guide, to discuss archeology, if there was even a King David, and everything in between.

How do you build a house in the desert? How do you grow a community when there’s no pipe underground to get the water in for plumbing? Find out in this week’s episode of IsraelCast, when host Steven Shalowitz sits down with real estate exec Jeff Schwartz and JNF-USA’s Chief Development Officer Rick Krosnick, to talk about how they identified the challenges facing those who wanted to move to Israel’s periphery, and figured out how to solve it with the Housing Development Fund.

"Laughter is the best way to take medicine". During these difficult times, listen to an uplifting conversation between Steven Shalowitz and Nimrod Eisenberg, an actor, circus artist, and clown. They dive into the remarkable work done by Dream Doctors, an organization that helps patients with the medical coping process through humor and entertainment. Hear about the history of the "Red Nose", the "Clownbulance" turning dreams into a reality, and the world’s first bachelor’s degree in "Medical Clowning" at Haifa University.

This week on IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz has a conversation on survival, strength, and resilience with former Soviet Refusenik, Marina Furman. In this sit down, Marina speaks on her ten year struggle with the Soviet government and the “hell” she went through to immigrate to Israel. Listen to Marina elaborate on the importance of fighting for what you believe in and why Israel has a special place in her heart.

Did you know? The Arava Region produces more than 50% of Israel’s fresh vegetables. This week on IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz speaks with Noa Zer, the Central Arava Regional Council’s Director of Resource Development, from her home in the Central Arava. Listen to Noa address the challenges of growing produce in an area with no water and the impact that the Arava Region has worldwide.

What does the Torah have in common with ecology? This week on IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz sits down with Rabbi Yonatan Neril to discuss 18 essential Jewish lessons on the environment. Listen to Rabbi Neril examine the connection of the teachings of great rabbis and the practices of environmentalists today.

This week on IsraelCast, Hen Mazzig, an Israeli speaker and writer, joins host Steven Shalowitz to discuss growing up in the Mizrahi community, his work in Israel advocacy, and the rise of anti-Semitism. Hear Hen elaborate on being “politically homeless” and ways to fight hate speech.

Join Shalom Klein on his weekly radio show, Get Down To Business with guests: Dave Kramer Lori Sackler Jonathan Lee Steven Shalowitz

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz celebrates World Water Day by welcoming back recurring guest, Seth Siegel. Siegel discusses the debate of whether water regulation should fall under an environmental issue or a public health issue. Listen in to hear what’s really in our drinking water and why it’s not being fixed, even though there are solutions out there.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Lt. Col. Oshrat Bachar, the first female combat-battalion commander in the Israel Defense Forces. Lt. Col. Bachar now serves as the commander in charge of gender equality in the IDF, where she has assisted in efforts to integrate women, shape sexual harassment strategy, and change the narrative for LGBTQ soldiers. Tune in to learn about gender in the IDF and what other international armies can learn from Israel.

Steven Shalowitz joins us to talk about his podcast “The One Way Ticket Show.”

This week we have something for everyone. We welcome Rebecca and Julia Galloway who tell us about their “twinning” business. Steven Shalowitz joins us to talk about his podcast “The One Way Ticket Show.” Award-winning Super Bowl commercial writer and director Dave Merhar gives us a preview of what we will see tonight. ABC News and “Good Morning America”’s Ginger Zee tells us if the Groundhog is fact or fiction, talks about weather trends for 2020, and tells us about her book Natural Disaster.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz interviews New York Times op-ed columnist and long-time Jewish National Fund contributor, Bret Stephens. Bret reminisces about when he received a handwritten apology from former Israeli Prime Minister, Shimon Peres and its significance. Throughout the discussion, Bret answers the tough questions: Anti-Semitism vs. Anti-Zionism? Social Media vs. Mental Health? Thin Crust vs. Deep Dish?

Israel and the Western press: why the obsession? On this week’s episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with journalist and author Matti Friedman to discuss Israel’s disproportionate representation in the Western media. Hear Matti explain how the intensity of the Israel news story is so much greater than any other international news story, how press is censored in restricted areas such as Gaza, North Korea, and Iran, and how the media can shape a story rather than just report on it. 

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz is back at the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya visiting with Dr. Tsvi Sheleg, the center’s Deputy Director General. Dr. Sheleg discusses evacuating to fully operational underground hospitals in times of crisis and working seven days straight during his time as the Medical Director of the IDF Field Hospital in Haiti and Nepal after devastating earthquakes.

This week on IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz sits down with Lior Lev Sercarz, Master Spice Blender, and Michael Solomonov, star of Netflix’s “In Search of Israeli Cuisine”, for an exclusive look into the vision behind Jewish National Fund's Galilee Culinary Institute. Lior and Michael explore the history of Israeli cuisine and what makes the Kiryat Shmona region the perfect place to be the next culinary and food tech capital.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz visits with Jacob “Yaki” Reuven, an internationally acclaimed mandolin player, to talk everything music. At age seven, Yaki was introduced to the most beautiful sound he had ever heard: the sound of a mandolin. Listen in to hear about his passion for music (and the mandolin) and what has changed for the Israeli music scene over the past decade.

This week on IsraelCast, Dr. Itzhak Siev-Ner sits down with host Steven Shalowitz to discuss the state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital currently under construction in Southern Israel at ALEH Negev-Nahalat Eran. This innovative hospital will offer 3 main rehab departments: Orthopedics, Spinal Cord Injuries, and Brain Trauma. Listen to Dr. Siev-Ner explain why he made the switch from an orthopedic surgeon to rehabilitation services and what makes the Negev a perfect location for this new hospital.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Rakhel Zinder and brings in the New Year with a sweet talk about honey. What makes honey organic? Why is bitter honey so rare? How do you calm down a colony of bees? Listen in to hear these answers and more in this episode of IsraelCast.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz visits Yehelim Boutique Hotel, the only family boutique hotel in the South of Israel, and sits down with the owner, Gali Soffer. Gali explains the intricacies of their famous breakfast including a variety of delicious options for their vegan guests. Listen in to hear what made her family move to Arad and why you should come visit.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz visits the Alexander Muss High School in Israel-JNF and sits down with co-CEO, Leor Sinai. Leor talks about his passion for the country of Israel and his journey to AMHSI. What makes AMHSI-JNF the most loved and recommended Israel-based study abroad, college prep program? How does this semester-abroad experience help boost your college applications, and enhance the next generation of Jewish learning and connectivity? You’ll find all that and more in this episode. 

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz visits the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya to speak with Dr. Eyal Sela, an expert on treating victims of Syrian violence as a result of the Civil War in Syria. From a boy who lost both of his hands playing with grenades to a man who was brought in for surgery after losing his entire family, listen to Dr. Sela’s perspective on the moral imperative of treating patients with an adverse view of Israel – and how helping them impacts their views and their lives.

Steven Shalowitz is the executive producer and host of podcasts: The One Way Ticket Show, where he explores guests’ ideal one way ticket destinations, and IsraelCast for the Jewish National Fund, where guests discuss the work they’re doing in Israel. From intensive language and international relations studies, to advertising and broadcasting jobs in the U.S. and abroad, Steven’s repertoire is an authentic and well-rounded one. Steven took his broadcasting aspirations from side gig to full-time in 2016 after losing his job of 26 years at Young & Rubicam Advertising. The post 173: What It’s Like to Work in Advertising at Young & Rubicam Advertising w/ Steven Shalowitz, The One Way Ticket Show [Main T4C episode] appeared first on Time4Coffee.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz is back in the small town of Klil in the Western Galilee, speaking to Hagit Lidror, a chef, educator, and entrepreneur. Hagit talks about her passion for colorful vegetarian cooking, how to cook with local, seasonal ingredients, and even shares a few recipes. Listen and be inspired by how easy it is to cook simple, healthful meals.

Today’s guest on IsraelCast needs no introduction to anyone who knows their way around the kitchen or for those like host Steven Shalowitz who just love to eat! She is the wildly popular author of the best-selling Kosher By Design cookbook series – Susie Fishbein.

This week on IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Alon Ben-Gurion, grandson of Israel’s first Prime Minister David Ben- Gurion, to talk about his grandfather’s life and work. We cover his remarkable journey from a being a boy in Plonsk, Poland to being named one of Time Magazine’s 100 most important people of the 20th century. Ben Gurion talks about his grandfather’s love for his country, his vision for its future,  and we even get a behind the scenes at look at the NY Waldorf Astoria where the leader held secret meetings with leaders like JFK and Konrad Adenauer

Bunny Hofberg founded Frankie’s Feline Fund in New York City, with a focus on senior cats. She started volunteering at the ASPCA, then discovered that senior cats could benefit from a greater focus. Bunny depends on a dedicated foster network and generous donors to save these cats, and to provide the necessary care they need to find a permanent home. Website http://www.frankiesfelinefund.org/ Donate http://www.frankiesfelinefund.org/How_To_Help.html Petfinder https://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?shelterid=NY1043 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/frankiesfelinefund One big resource for Frankie’s is Dr. Peter Soboroff, medical director of New York Cat Hospital Website http://www.newyorkcathospital.com/index.html The original episode can be found at http://thisispawprint.com/47. Thank you to Steven Shalowitz for making the connection. He is host of The One Way Ticket Show and was our featured guest on episode 40. http://thisispawprint.com/40   Other Resources Bunny Hofberg recommends wet food over dry food for cats. Her experience has shown her that dry food can lead to weight issues with cats. Frank Sinatra was known as Ol’ Blue Eyes. Frankie and Johnny is an American song about a vengeful lover that’s been recorded hundreds of times. With Elvis Presley https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr4Fxts2V7w With Jimmie Rodgers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNq532Cyhu0 Betty White has had an entertainment career spanning over 75 years. She hosted Saturday Night Live on Mother’s Day weekend in 2010 after a Facebook campaign went viral. Her episode was the highest-rated in 18 months, and featured a great skit involving a certain confection called the “Dusty Muffin.” http://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/npr/n12810 Jane Fonda and the Third Act https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_fonda_life_s_third_act?language=en If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/   All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is a musician based in Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights.  http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com

Prue Harrison lives in Singapore, also known as the Lion City, and she works in Marketing and Branding. Prue shares some animal rescue stories, talks about the importance of fostering, and shares her personal journey from England to Southeast Asia. Thank you to Steven Shalowitz, host of The One Way Ticket Show, for connecting us with Prue. http://theonewayticketshow.com If you want to learn more today’s episode, go to our show notes, at http://thisispawprint.com/65. Singapore’s SPCA (The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) started in the 1800’s, and was revived again in 1947. http://www.spca.org.sg HDB stands for Housing and Development Board, which manages public housing in Singapore. Eighty percent of residents live in HDB units. Prue Harrison mentions that HDB rules have prohibited cats, and have only allowed very small dogs, although Project ADORE has changed that to a degree. Project ADORE (ADOption and REhoming of dogs) allows some medium-sized dogs (15 kg in weight, 50 cm in height) to be adopted in HDB housing under specific conditions. http://www.spca.org.sg/news_details.asp?id=837 Black dog syndrome - some studies have shown that black dogs get adopted at less frequent rates than other color dogs, and this can also lead to higher euthanasia rates. https://www.petfinder.com/pet-adoption/dog-adoption/black-dog-syndrome/ Thank you Prue Harrison! Look out for future announcements for our Pit Bull series!! Initial episode should be released on Thursday, August 25. If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/ All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is a musician based in Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights. http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com

Preparation Is The Key To Success - Steven Shalowitz From The One Way Ticket Show  In this week’s episode of the Podcasters Unplugged show we chat with Steven from the One Way Ticket Show. The concept of the show is simple... If you could go anywhere in the world NO STRINGS ATTACHED and you couldn't come back, where would you go? and Why? We discuss podcast monetization. The links between traditional radio and podcasting. Steven has so MUCH value to bring in this episode! Links Mentioned In This Episode: H4N Zoom – A fantastic Mobile/Field Recorder that allows you to record on the go Libsyn Hosting – An excellent choice to host your podcast. — Use our promo code “VALUE” at checkout for 2 FREE months of hosting. Adobe Audition – Great audio editing software. Audacity — Free audio editing software used by Tim to record his podcast. Connect With Steven Here: Subscribe to The Voice Behind Podcast Here Social: Facebook — Twitter — Website Support The Podcasters Unplugged Podcast Here: If this podcast is bringing you value SUPPORT THE SHOW AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: Libsyn — Use OUR PROMO CODE “VALUE” when you are signing up for your Libsyn Hosting account to receive 2 FREE MONTHS. Patreon – Get Your Podcast Featured On The Show AND Have Me Review Your Podcast Personally Each Month And Help You With Your Journey. Audio Blocks – Sign up for $99 PER YEAR for great audio to use in your content. Audible – Sign up for Audible and get a FREE Audiobook Using our link

Born and raised in Chicago, Steven Shalowitz conceived the idea for "The One Way Ticket Show" podcast while producing and hosting a radio show in Singapore. He explores with his high profile guests where they'd go if given a one way ticket - no coming back! Destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary, or state of mind. An exhibited photographer with a penchant for travel to rogue nations, Steven’s adventures have taken him from North Korea to Libya, Iran to Burundi, and Syria to Burkina Faso. Steven earned his B.A. in Chinese Language & Literature from Washington University in St. Louis, and his M.A. in International Relations from The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, D.C. Show notes at http://hellotechpros.com/steven-shalowitz-unplugged/ Sponsors Minio Cloud Storage. Written in Go and supported by a passionate community of developers.  

Steven Shalowitz is the Host of "The One Way Ticket Show" podcast where he explores with his guests where they'd go if given a one-way ticket - no coming back! Destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary, or a state of mind. This podcast will be released 3 days a week on every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This is the place where you will learn how to achieve your highest potential and unleash your talent to the world with confident, courageous and happy in life, work and study.  I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're learning with me by leaving me a review. Want to connect with me? Join my exclusive inner circle where you will receive unique weekly strategies to success - www.queeniekawabe.com

Celebrations make life fun. How can we practice mindfulness even during times of celebrating? It's easy to get caught up in the excitement and especially in the preparations leading up to the event. Today is Canada Day, July 1, 2016. This is Canada's 149th birthday. I enjoy celebrating Canada Day with my family, and mindfulness makes it even better. Recently, I interviewed Steven Shalowitz from Mindfulness Mode. He is a world traveler and a sincerely mindful person. He has a podcast called The One Way Ticket Show. Each guest is invited to choose a place they'd like to visit and never come back. It can be a real or imaginary place, a place back in history or forward in time. The One Way Ticket Show encourages you to be creative with your destination. I decided I'd like to go back to Expo 67 in Montreal. That was the celebration of Canada's 100th birthday. I remember it as a most exciting time. The whole country was celebrating. For my one way ticket, I told Steven I'd like to be playing the piano (a grand piano of course) on the deck of a yacht docked in the harbor near Expo 67. I'd be playing the piano for an excited audience of people celebrating Canada's birthday.Guest:Steven ShalowitzNot an actual guest today, but a virtual guest. He was my guest on Mindfulness Mode Episode 112 World Traveler Steven Shalowitz Uses Mindfulness To Embrace Cultural Differences Quotes:“Life should be marked by growth and completed with a celebration, not survived through struggle and departed with a mourning.” ― Joseph Rain “Today was good. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one.” ― Dr. SeussFive Ways To Stay Mindful: Celebrations can be one of the trickiest times to maintain mindfulness. I've put together Five Ways To Stay Mindful At Times of Celebrations: 1. Habits - Be aware of your good habits and maintain them the best you can while leading up to the celebration, during the celebration and during your post celebration time. Even if you need to reduce the amount of time or change the place of your habitual practice, maintaining some aspect of that practice can help you remain grounded. 2 Journaling - Keep a journal and jot down your thoughts. Take 5 minutes and record what you're thinking, what you're enjoying right now, how you're feeling. Think of it as a diary if you like. It can help you enjoy your experience and stay in the moment. Remember, life is a journey and it's great to enjoy every step of the way. 3. Photography - Taking pictures can help you enjoy the present moment even more. It can make you think, what am I enjoying visually right now? Don't become obsessed where you feel like you need to be constantly taking pictures, because this can have the opposite effect where you're actually not enjoying the moment because you are looking for that perfect shot. 4. Sharing - If you're with a partner or family member, enjoy the time you're spending together. If you're not with someone you know, you may want to share eye contact with a person in the crowd you feel a momentary connection with. Holding hands, touching a friend on the arm, or other types of contact you're comfortable with can be a mindful way of enjoying the moment. 5. Quiet Time - Take a few minutes out to slow down your thoughts. This may be meditation to you or it may not. Maybe it's prayer. Maybe it is simply taking some time to relax your thought process. Researchers have proven that quieting the mind is a valuable exercise. This is a valuable part of mindfulness.Books:Montreal's Expo 67 by Bill CotterThank You Bonus: Sign up for the free Relax and Breathe Summit www.relaxandbreathesummit.com Free Relaxation techniques you can do anywhere. Join me and over 20 other experts, including event organizer, Pompe Strater-Vidal. She is a Transformational coach and Zen monk. You'll become the person who will be the calm in the chaos.Two 30-minute interviews per day, over a 12-day period starting July 11, 2016. Registration is free and available at this link: Relax And Breathe Summit

Steven Shalowitz is an expert in the field of advertising, having working in the industry for years. During his breaks and days off, Steven hosted and produced radio shows. He hosted a show featuring Latin music, another focusing on travel interviews and yet another centering on Jazz. Living in various interesting locations including Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Steven is also fluent in Mandarin.  Now Steven is the Host of "The One Way Ticket Show" podcast where he explores with his guests where they'd go if given a one way ticket - no coming back!  Destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary, or a state of mind.Contact InfoWebsite: www.TheOneWayTicketShow.com (sign up for the free e-newsletter)Podcast: The One Way Ticket ShowSocial Media: @stevenshalowitz & TheOneWayTicketShowemail: steven@TheOneWayTicketShow.comMost Influential PersonNo one person - everyone has taught me so much.Effect on EmotionsIt certainly makes me more respectful and more sensitive to others.Thoughts on BreathingI think when things get tough I always say just take a deep breath, take a glass of water and then just have your quiet time and just think about it.Suggested ResourcesBook: The Sleep Revolution by Arianna HuffingtonApp: No app recommended.Advice for Newbie I would say get a good night's rest. Make sure that you're well rested and make sure you have proper nutrition, you're well hydrated. Put other people first. Put yourself in other people's shoes.Thank You Bonus: Sign up for the free Relax and Breathe Summit www.relaxandbreathesummit.com Learn relaxation techniques that just take a few minutes and can be done anywhere. Join me and over 20 other experts, including event organizer, Pompe Strater-Vidal. She is a Transformational coach and Zen monk. You'll become the person who will be the calm in the chaos. Two 30-minute interviews per day, over a 12-day period starting July 11, 2016. Registration is free and available at this link: Relax And Breathe Summit

Bunny Hofberg founded Frankie’s Feline Fund in New York City, with a focus on senior cats. She started volunteering at the ASPCA, then discovered that senior cats could benefit from a greater focus. Bunny depends on an extensive networks of fosters and generous donors to care for the cats and to help them find permanent homes. If you want to learn more about Bunny and Frankie’s Feline Fund, go to our show notes at http://thisispawprint.com/47. Website http://www.frankiesfelinefund.org/ Donate http://www.frankiesfelinefund.org/How_To_Help.html Petfinder https://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?shelterid=NY1043 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/frankiesfelinefund   One big resource for Frankie’s is Dr. Peter Soboroff, medical director of New York Cat Hospital Website http://www.newyorkcathospital.com/index.html Dr. Soboroff’s “Midnight Marathon” GoFundMe page https://www.gofundme.com/catmarathon   Thank you to Steven Shalowitz for making the connection. He is host of The One Way Ticket Show and was our featured guest on episode 40. http://thisispawprint.com/40   Other Resources Frank Sinatra was known as Ol’ Blue Eyes. Frankie and Johnny is an American song about a vengeful lover that’s been recorded hundreds of times. With Elvis Presley https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr4Fxts2V7w With Jimmie Rodgers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNq532Cyhu0 Betty White has had an entertainment career spanning over 75 years. She hosted Saturday Night Live on Mother’s Day weekend in 2010 after a Facebook campaign went viral. Her episode was the highest-rated in 18 months, and featured a great skit involving a certain confection called the “Dusty Muffin.” http://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/npr/n12810 Jane Fonda and the Third Act https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_fonda_life_s_third_act?language=en All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is a musician based in Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights. http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com

Steven Shalowitz hosts the One Way Ticket Show podcast from New York City where he has interviewed some amazing guests including Dick Cavett, journalist Mo Rocca, and dancer Louis Van Amstel. Steven also shares stories of his cats Sayang (Blue) and Gracie. Steven is a Chicago native, has lived in China and Singapore, and has visited a variety of places including, as Steven calls them, rogue nations. Steven’s website http://theonewayticketshow.com/ Steven’s interview with Dick Cavett is in two parts Part One http://theonewayticketshow.com/podcast/ep-87-dicks-one-way-ticket-great-city-conversation-deliciously-prolific-writer/ Part Two http://theonewayticketshow.com/podcast/ep-95-part-2-dicks-one-way-ticket-grand-city-conversation-enthralling-writer/   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/theonewayticketshow/?fref=ts Twitter (The One Way Ticket show) https://twitter.com/towtshow Twitter (Steven) https://twitter.com/stevenshalowitz?lang=en Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stevenshalowitz/   Email steven@theonewayticketshow.com   History of English podcast http://historyofenglishpodcast.com/ Jackson Galaxy’s website http://jacksongalaxy.com/   Slate Magazine made a quick video on Bob Barker’s impact on Spaying and Neutering of animals https://youtu.be/leN5Vm3qdAY Bunny Hofberg’s organization dedicated to senior cats http://www.frankiesfelinefund.org/ New York City’s Animal Care Center http://nycacc.org/ Steven did mention that NYCACC is a kill shelter, but as Mark Imhof noted in episode 38 (http://www.thisispawprint.com/38), NYCACC is getting very close to no-kill status.   All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is a musician based in Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights. http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com

Steven Shalowitz is the Host of The One Way Ticket Show.  In the podcast, he explores with his guests where they'd go if given a one way ticket, no coming back!  Destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary or a state of mind. Several of Steven's guests have included:  Legendary Talk Show Host, Dick Cavett;  CNN's Richard Quest & Bill Weir; Journalist-Humorist-Actor Mo Rocca (of CBS Sunday Morning & The Cooking Channel's "My Grandmother's Ravioli" fame); Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr.; as well as leading photographers, artists, writers and more.

Welcome to Episode 1 of Products of the Mind. This episode features something that’s never been done before (to my knowledge.) Not only is this the first episode of this podcast, it’s the first podcast I’ve ever created. I knew that I wanted to talk about creativity and business, and I listened to tons of podcasts to get inspiration on how to make this the best show that I could do. And I wanted to start out with a bang. So let’s consider this not just the first episode, but also a Very Special Episode. I decided to do something that, to my knowledge, has never been done before. I approached 16 of the top podcasters, people I really admire who’ve been successful in this medium, and asked them all the same question. I’m calling this my 1 Question Interview. The question is, “When do you feel most creative?“ In this episode you’re going to hear about creativity from podcasters including Pat Flynn, John Lee Dumas, Kate Erickson, Jaime Tardy, Michael O’Neal, Omar Zenhom, and many more. It’s like The Avengers of podcasting - all your favorite heroes in one exciting adventure. The range of answers to my 1 Question Interview surprised me. Some people talked about times of the day. Some made reference to a certain type of activity. A few talked about specific places where they felt creative. But those places ranged from “sitting on my furry rug” to “traveling through North Korea." I definitely didn’t expect that one. But first, a bit about me. I’m David Lizerbram. I’m a business law strategist. Oh, and now I can add “podcaster” to the list of things I do. I podcast from sunny San Diego, California, where for the last ten or so years, I’ve been helping entrepreneurs solve problems and achieve their goals. I have a background in the creative arts - I went to USC film school (then known as the School of Cinema-Television; now the School of Cinematic Arts) and spent years playing in rock bands. But I’ve also always been fascinated by business and entrepreneurship. Over the years, I’ve found that entrepreneurs and people who consider themselves creative professionals have a lot in common. I started this podcast to have a conversation about those traits and what leads people to become innovative problem solvers and communicators. So in future episodes, I'm going to do interviews with interesting people to try to dig into that. I’m also going to do some episodes where I share some legal tips and case studies to help give a bit of guidance to my listeners. On to the 1 Question Interviews. Remember: the question is “When do you feel most creative?” The first few answers had to do with the time of day when people feel creative. Check out the show for answers from: • Pat Flynn of Smart Passive Income • John Lee Dumas of EOFire • Mike Vardy of Productivityist • Anthony Tran of Marketing Access Pass • Lou Mongello of WDW Radio The next few answers had to do with places that spark creativity. • Michael O'Neal of The Solopreneur Hour • Jaime Tardy of Eventual Millionaire • Omar Zenhom of $100 MBA • Steven Shalowitz of The One-Way Ticket Show The final group is a bit of a catchall – let’s call it circumstances where one feels creative. • Elise Cripe of Elise Gets Crafty • Cliff Ravenscraft of Podcast Answer Man • Joel Boggess of The ReLaunch Show • Jordan Harbinger of The Art of Charm • Meron Bereket of Inspiring Innovation • Joon Han of Your Biz Rocks • Kate Erickson of Kate’s Take and EOFire For those playing along, the shortest answer was from Meron Bereket of Inspiring Innovation and the longest was from Steven Shalowitz of The One Way Ticket Show. I hope this got you thinking about when you feel most creative. Feel free to leave a comment on the podcast page at Productsofthemind.net or through Twitter @davidlizerbram and let me know when you feel most creative. And I guess it’s only fair that I answer the question too. So here we go: I’m David Lizerbram from Products of the Mind and I feel most creative when I’m in a conversation with someone who is sharing their insights and life experience. I don’t think most people have the ability to just sit on a remote mountaintop and come up with great ideas. Creativity comes from interacting with other people, collaborating, arguing, trying things out. Thanks for Checking Out Products of the Mind! If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom of this page. Also, please consider taking the few seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes. They’re very helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and I read every one. Finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live. The Credits As always, the music for this episode was provided by Le Chateau. The track name is “Bury You.” Go buy it on Soundcloud! This episode and these show notes © 2015 David Lizerbram