In this episode, Adina (AKA Adriana, @nowjewishnanny) opens up about her journey into keeping kosher during her Orthodox Jewish conversion – the struggles, the halachic confusion, and yes… all the mistakes along the way. From her “fake kosher” kitchen to accidentally serving treif cookies, to finally building a truly kosher home, Adina shares the behind-the-scenes reality of learning mitzvot step by step. Listen to the full episode to hear about: - The insecurities she felt about what is kosher and Shabbos laws - Her funniest (and cringiest) kosher mistakes during conversion - Why Hashem used food poisoning to change her life - Going from “dairy out” to fully kosher – and what finally clicked - The deeper meaning of kosher beyond the rules and symbols If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to take on kosher from scratch – with all the ups, downs, and spiritual growth in between – this is the episode for you. Send in your questions so Adina can answer it in future episodes: email : NJN@meaningfulminute.org or send a voicenote via: Speakpipe.com/meaningfulminute This episode was brought you in part by: ► Wissotzky Tea - Refreshing, caffeine-free iced tea made easy! Through 5 generations, the Wissotzky family has been dedicated to exploring and blending extraordinary teas. Trusted since 1849, Wissotzky delivers quality and flavor you can taste in every sip. Wissotzky Cold Breeze teas are crafted for cold water brewing—just add a bag to a glass or bottle of water, wait 8–10 minutes, and enjoy. Made with real herbs, fruits, and natural flavors (no sugar or artificial additives), it’s a light, fruity, and hydrating drink for both kids and adults. Order Now on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/stores/WISSOTZKY/page/3057BAB8-C2E4-4B43-93BD-575E28F6D9C2?is_byline_deeplink=true&deeplink=3057BAB8-C2E4-4B43-93BD-575E28F6D9C2&redirect_store_id=3057BAB8-C2E4-4B43-93BD-575E28F6D9C2&lp_asin=B0FBX9ZB9F&ref_=ast_bln&store_ref=bl_ast_dp_brandLogo_sto ___________________________ ► Meaningful Minute Plus Meaningful Minute is releasing its first-ever feature film: Homeless — a powerful story about exile, identity, and return. www.NJN.plus

In one of the most powerful and groundbreaking episodes of Stories of Hope, we sit down with Estee and Dovi Greenbaum—an extraordinary couple reshaping what divorce, remarriage, and co-parenting can look like. Both previously married with children, Estee (a divorce attorney) and Dovi open up about their personal journeys through pain, healing, and ultimately, growth. What makes their story remarkable? Their blended family model includes harmony, mutual respect, and even close friendships with their ex-spouses—all for the sake of the children. In a world where post-divorce drama often dominates, Estee and Dovi show us that peace is not only possible—it's powerful. You can reach out to Estee and Dovi via email: Dovgreenbaum15@gmail.com Esteegreenbaum@gmail.com This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Raquel Couture: Your destination for exclusive bridal gowns, evening gowns, and ready to wear dresses. Offering a wide range of prices to suit every budget without compromising on quality or style!⁠ ⁠⁠Follow @raquel_couture on instagram for behind the scenes and to be updated on daily new arrivals! 5% off ready to wear and evening-wear when you mention Stories of Hope* *Promotion is valid at time of purchase Valid on ready to wear dresses and gown purchases https://www.instagram.com/raquel_couture/ Or visit their website https://www.raquelcouture.com ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com __________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/ __________________________ ► Better than a Segulah When one is faced with life challenges, the merit of Torah learning can effect miraculous salvations. Whatever your need – shidduchim, parnassah, zera kayama, health, nachas from one’s children – the merit of Torah study is a segulah you will want to rely upon. We understand your needs and provide a wide range of options to meet those needs. Whatever the circumstance, we can guide you to an appropriate course of Torah study to be completed by our team of elite Torah scholars. Let us help you help yourself. Order your personalized Torah Study program today. https://betterthanasegulah.org/ ________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________ ► Meaningful Minute Plus Meaningful Minute is releasing its first-ever feature film: Homeless — a powerful story about exile, identity, and return. Www.soh.plus ___________________________ ► Live Better Academy To celebrate 52 episodes of Stories of Hope, enjoy 80% off Live Better Academy! Use code SOH100 at checkout and start your journey today. https://www.tziporagrodko.com/live-better-academy-1

She Lost Her Son in a Terror Attack on the Brooklyn Bridge – Deborah Halberstam’s Story In this deeply emotional and powerful episode, Deborah Halberstam shares the heartbreaking story of her son Ari Halberstam, a 16-year-old yeshiva student who was murdered in a 1994 terror attack on the Brooklyn Bridge. Deborah recounts Ari’s unique upbringing, his deep connection to the Lubavitcher Rebbe, and the chilling events leading up to the attack that took his life. She opens up about her personal grief, her years-long battle for justice, and how she transformed tragedy into activism, shaping counterterrorism policies and founding the Jewish Children’s Museum in Ari’s memory. This is more than a story of loss, it's a story of strength, legacy, and the unwavering spirit of a mother who refused to let her son be forgotten. This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ►Blooms Kosher Bring you the best Kosher products worldwide. https://bloomskosher.com ______________________________________ ► PZ Deals - Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp _______________________________________ Fasting can be tough — headaches, nausea, and fatigue can drain your energy. That’s why so many rely on FastAid by Kollel Toronto, a slow-release capsule you take before the fast so it helps when you need it most. ► FastAid - Feel the difference this Tisha B’Av Created under the guidance of Rav Shlomo Miller and Rav Yaakov Hirschman, FastAid comes in versions with caffeine, Tylenol, Advil, or electrolytes. It’s halachically approved, easy to take, and just $12 a pack. Available at most kosher supermarkets, Judaica stores, pharmacies, mikva geshefts, and online at https://www.Kollel.com. Support Torah learning and make fasting easier — take FastAid and feel the difference. _______________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful _______________________________________ ► Toveedo Visit- https://toveedo.com/ Use Promo Code MM10 for 10% off! _______________________________________ ► Magen Fund Adopt an IDF soldier for $180 and support our chayalim with essential daily and spiritual items. https://israelmagenfund.org/kits/ _______________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________________________ ►Rothenberg Law Firm Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation https://shorturl.at/JFKHH ____________________________________ ► NRS Pay - Honest, clean credit card processing. https://nrspay.com _________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ______________________________________ ► Meaningful Minute Plus Meaningful Minute is releasing its first-ever feature film: Homeless — a powerful story about exile, identity, and return. https://plus.meaningfulminute.org/ ______________________________________ ► Faith It Till You Make It Join Rabbi Ari Bensoussan’s course on Bitachon sponsored by Censible Marketing! Your guide to keeping your faith in today's complicated world! www.Meaningfulminute.org/censible ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO Or wherever Podcasts are available! Editor: Sruly Saftlas

Welcome to the first episode of Notes from a Jewish Newbie! In this raw, unfiltered debut, Adina (aka Adriana, aka Now-Jewish Nanny) shares the deeply personal journey that led to her Orthodox conversion, and everything that’s happened since. From the quiet heartbreaks behind closed doors to the joyful chaos of going public with “I’m Jewish now,” this episode is a whirlwind of vulnerability, humor, gratitude, and hard-earned perspective. Adina opens up about the emotional toll of the conversion process, the long months of waiting and wondering, and the moment she finally heard the words she’d been praying for. She takes us behind the scenes of her mikvah day, her viral announcement, and the flood of unexpected love and support from across the Jewish world. But this isn’t just a story about becoming Jewish, it’s about what happens after. What it feels like to walk into shul as a new Jew. What it means to make your first kosher kitchen. How it feels to hold on to the fire of inspiration when the whirlwind dies down. This is not a polished guide or a how-to manual. It’s one woman’s honest, evolving voice as she learns how to live a Jewish life and bring you with her, every step of the way. This episode was brought you in part by: ► Cold Breeze by Wissotzky Tea Through 5 generations, the Wissotzky family has been dedicated to exploring and blending extraordinary teas. Order Now https://www.amazon.com/stores/WISSOTZKY/page/3057BAB8-C2E4-4B43-93BD-575E28F6D9C2?is_byline_deeplink=true&deeplink=3057BAB8-C2E4-4B43-93BD-575E28F6D9C2&redirect_store_id=3057BAB8-C2E4-4B43-93BD-575E28F6D9C2&lp_asin=B0FBX9ZB9F&ref_=ast_bln&store_ref=bl_ast_dp_brandLogo_sto ___________________________ ► Meaningful Minute Plus Meaningful Minute is releasing its first-ever feature film: Homeless — a powerful story about exile, identity, and return. https://plus.meaningfulminute.org/

A Chinese Movie Star & Puerto Rican Wall Street Analyst’s Journey This is the incredible true story of Matt and ‪Yael Trusch —a Chinese movie star from Houston, Texas, and a Wall Street analyst from Puerto Rico—who each found their Jewish identity in the most unexpected places… and ultimately found each other. Once a rising actor in Chinese television, Matt was living a life of glamor and fame. But a chance encounter with a Chabad rabbi in Shanghai turned his life upside down — or rather, right-side up. Yael, a powerhouse in the world of finance, was climbing the corporate ladder in New York and Miami, until a deeper calling led her to explore Torah, Shabbat, and building a meaningful Jewish life. This is not just their story — it’s a story for every Jew. A story of purpose. Of teshuva. Of love. Of divine design. You can reach Yael and Matt Trusch via email: yael@yaeltrusch.com or matttrusch@gmail.com This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Raquel Couture: Your destination for exclusive bridal gowns, evening gowns, and ready to wear dresses. Offering a wide range of prices to suit every budget without compromising on quality or style!⁠ ⁠⁠Follow @raquel_couture on instagram for behind the scenes and to be updated on daily new arrivals! 5% off ready to wear and evening-wear when you mention Stories of Hope* *Promotion is valid at time of purchase Valid on ready to wear dresses and gown purchases https://www.instagram.com/raquel_couture/ Or visit their website https://www.raquelcouture.com ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com __________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/ __________________________ ► Better than a Segulah When one is faced with life challenges, the merit of Torah learning can effect miraculous salvations. Whatever your need – shidduchim, parnassah, zera kayama, health, nachas from one’s children – the merit of Torah study is a segulah you will want to rely upon. We understand your needs and provide a wide range of options to meet those needs. Whatever the circumstance, we can guide you to an appropriate course of Torah study to be completed by our team of elite Torah scholars. Let us help you help yourself. Order your personalized Torah Study program today. https://betterthanasegulah.org/ ________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________ ► Meaningful Minute Plus Meaningful Minute is releasing its first-ever feature film: Homeless — a powerful story about exile, identity, and return. Www.soh.plus ___________________________ ► Live Better Academy 🎉 To celebrate 52 episodes of Stories of Hope, enjoy 80% off Live Better Academy! Use code SOH100 at checkout and start your journey today. 💫 LINK: https://www.tziporagrodko.com/live-better-academy-1

In this emotional and eye-opening interview, we sit down with Shmulie Hartstein, the founder of B’Sefer Chayim, an urgent initiative born out of heartbreak and driven by love. After witnessing the repeated devastation of families who lost a parent without life insurance, Shmuel decided enough was enough. With raw honesty, he shares the story that led him to launch B’Sefer Chayim—an awareness campaign dedicated to ensuring that no Jewish family ever faces financial ruin in the wake of personal loss. This isn’t about business. It’s about responsibility. About protecting those we love. About building a future where dignity, security, and foresight replace panic, shame, and last-minute fundraisers. 👉 Visit https://www.bseferchayim.org/ to learn more and take action. Don’t wait. This conversation could change a life—maybe yours. Email them today: Info@bseferchayim.org Follow Bsefer Chayim on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bseferchayim This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ►Blooms Kosher Bring you the best Kosher products worldwide. https://bloomskosher.com ______________________________________ ► PZ Deals - Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp _______________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful _______________________________________ ► Toveedo Visit- https://toveedo.com/ Use Promo Code MM10 for 10% off! _______________________________________ ► Magen Fund Adopt an IDF soldier for $180 and support our chayalim with essential daily and spiritual items. https://israelmagenfund.org/kits/ _______________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________________________ ►Rothenberg Law Firm Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation https://shorturl.at/JFKHH ____________________________________ ► NRS Pay - Honest, clean credit card processing. https://nrspay.com _________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ______________________________________ ► Meaningful Minute Plus Meaningful Minute is releasing its first-ever feature film: Homeless — a powerful story about exile, identity, and return. https://plus.meaningfulminute.org/ ______________________________________ ► Faith It Till You Make It Join Rabbi Ari Bensoussan’s course on Bitachon sponsored by Censible Marketing! Your guide to keeping your faith in today's complicated world! www.Meaningfulminute.org/censible ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO Or wherever Podcasts are available! Editor: Sruly Saftlas

From Divorce to Destiny: Sara & Shlomo’s Unbelievable Love Story In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, we sit down with Sara and Shlomo Izekovitz to hear a love story that defies all expectations. Sara shares her powerful journey from becoming religious at age nine, navigating the challenges of being a ba'alas teshuva in the dating world, enduring a difficult marriage and divorce, and raising three children as a single mom. Just when she thought her path was set, everything changed. Enter Shlomo—six years younger, never married, and heading to Harvard Law School—who met Sara by chance and saw not a complicated past, but an extraordinary woman and her beautiful family. Together, they built a new life grounded in friendship, faith, and fierce determination. This episode is filled with honest conversation about stigmas in the frum dating world, blended families, trusting in Hashem, and the power of showing up with curiosity and compassion. It’s a story of resilience, love, and the magic that happens when you trust that Hashem is writing your script—even when it doesn't look like anyone else's. To reach out to Sarah & Shlomo you can email to: SLMAND724@gmail.com This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Raquel Couture: Your destination for exclusive bridal gowns, evening gowns, and ready to wear dresses. Offering a wide range of prices to suit every budget without compromising on quality or style!⁠ ⁠⁠Follow @raquel_couture on instagram for behind the scenes and to be updated on daily new arrivals! 5% off ready to wear and evening-wear when you mention Stories of Hope* *Promotion is valid at time of purchase Valid on ready to wear dresses and gown purchases https://www.instagram.com/raquel_couture/ Or visit their website https://www.raquelcouture.com ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com __________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/ __________________________ ► Better than a Segulah When one is faced with life challenges, the merit of Torah learning can effect miraculous salvations. Whatever your need – shidduchim, parnassah, zera kayama, health, nachas from one’s children – the merit of Torah study is a segulah you will want to rely upon. We understand your needs and provide a wide range of options to meet those needs. Whatever the circumstance, we can guide you to an appropriate course of Torah study to be completed by our team of elite Torah scholars. Let us help you help yourself. Order your personalized Torah Study program today. https://betterthanasegulah.org/ ________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________ ► Woodmont College If you're exploring a practical, high-paying career path, consider getting your BS in Computer Programming from Woodmont College — a frum, accredited online college that teaches real, job-ready skills. You can start anytime, transfer credits, graduate quickly, and it’s affordable with scholarships available. Perfect for those who want to support a frum family with a solid, six-figure career. 👉 https://bit.ly/4khCFXe Editor: Sruly Saftlas Join Channel memberships To Gain Access To Exclusive Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwHYp-o1OlEVnMRoXLoaaOA/join

In this wide-ranging and deeply honest episode, Dovid Bashevkin unpacks one of the most pressing and overlooked issues in the Jewish world today: the fragmentation of the Orthodox community and the illusion of unity we like to project. With humor, vulnerability, and rare clarity, he explores why we’re lonelier than ever despite packed shuls and buzzing WhatsApp groups, how labels like “Modern Orthodox” and “Yeshivish” have shifted from ideological statements to institutional shorthand, and what it would actually take to foster real achdus, not just feel-good unity, but the kind that demands humility, discomfort, and real work. Dovid doesn't just point to problems; he calls for a fundamental shift in how we build community, raise children, and see ourselves in relation to other Jews. He challenges the frum world to stop outsourcing spiritual leadership to secular institutions and to reclaim the responsibility of engaging with the entire Jewish people, across lines of observance, geography, and history. This conversation dives deep into questions of identity, leadership, and personal responsibility, offering a sobering yet hopeful vision for what Jewish life could look like if we stopped waiting for the shofar and started living like redemption is already possible. This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ►Blooms Kosher Bring you the best Kosher products worldwide. https://bloomskosher.com ______________________________________ ► PZ Deals - Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp _______________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful _______________________________________ ► Toveedo Visit- https://toveedo.com/ Use Promo Code MM10 for 10% off! _______________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________________________ ►Rothenberg Law Firm Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation https://shorturl.at/JFKHH ____________________________________ ► NRS Pay - Honest, clean credit card processing. https://nrspay.com _________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ______________________________________ ► Faith It Till You Make It Join Rabbi Ari Bensoussan’s course on Bitachon sponsored by Censible Marketing! Your guide to keeping your faith in today's complicated world! www.Meaningfulminute.org/censible ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO Or wherever Podcasts are available! Editor: Sruly Saftlas

Michael and Esther Bogart shared their inspiring life stories. Michael, a former Navy musician and substance abuse counselor, recounted his journey from addiction to spiritual awakening, including his conversion to Judaism and his work with the Lubavitcher Rebbe's teachings. Esther, a neuroscientist, discussed her experience of singlehood and the challenges of ambiguous loss, emphasizing the importance of community and resilience. They met unexpectedly through mutual friends and quickly realized their connection. Their story highlights the power of faith, community, and perseverance in overcoming life's challenges. This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Raquel Couture: Your destination for exclusive bridal gowns, evening gowns, and ready to wear dresses. Offering a wide range of prices to suit every budget without compromising on quality or style!⁠ ⁠⁠Follow @raquel_couture on instagram for behind the scenes and to be updated on daily new arrivals! 5% off ready to wear and evening-wear when you mention Stories of Hope* *Promotion is valid at time of purchase Valid on ready to wear dresses and gown purchases https://www.instagram.com/raquel_couture/ Or visit their website https://www.raquelcouture.com ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com __________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/ __________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com Join Channel memberships To Gain Access To Exclusive Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwHYp-o1OlEVnMRoXLoaaOA/join

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Chanie Werzberger’s life reads like a dramatic novel, but every moment is real. In this emotional and powerful interview, Chanie shares her incredible journey: from a childhood in Argentina torn apart by her parents' separation, to a secret escape with her father to America, her entrance into the Satmar Hasidic world, and the many painful transitions she endured as a young girl without her mother. We explore her resilience through being moved from home to home, her complicated but deep love for her father, her eventual reconnection with her estranged mother after 21 years, and the health battles she fought for her daughter, Simmy. From a child longing for love to a mother fighting for her child’s life, Chanie’s story is one of strength, transformation, and unshakable faith. This interview is a testament to the human spirit, the power of choice, and the miracles that can arise even in the darkest moments. You can purchase Chanie’s book here: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422644539.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqXqdSJfA1WItrXf2PlkJzo2qePOPGggv-SJQKX8Fc6GKd5UryP This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ►Blooms Kosher Bring you the best Kosher products worldwide. https://bloomskosher.com ______________________________________ ► PZ Deals - Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp _______________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful _______________________________________ ► Say Kaddish - the Ultimate Sign of Love and Respect For centuries, we have honored our parents and loved ones who have passed on by reciting Kaddish in their merit. Saying Kaddish serves as a great virtue and does wonders for the soul of the deceased. https://saykaddish.com/ _______________________________________ ►YIEP Now enrolling: The YIEP online Counseling Master’s program is fully CACREP-accredited and designed for frum adults seeking a meaningful and flexible career in mental health. Enrollment is now open for our Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master’s cohort, beginning this August. The program is fully online, follows the Jewish calendar, has competitive pricing, and is designed to support working adults and busy families — so you can advance your career while balancing life. Learn more and apply now at https://theyiep.com/new/ — or call or WhatsApp me at 917-861-6707 with any questions. _______________________________________ ► Toveedo Visit- https://toveedo.com/ Use Promo Code MM10 for 10% off! _______________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________________________ ►Rothenberg Law Firm Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation https://shorturl.at/JFKHH ____________________________________ ► NRS Pay - Honest, clean credit card processing. https://nrspay.com __________________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ______________________________________ ► Faith It Till You Make It Join Rabbi Ari Bensoussan’s course on Bitachon sponsored by Censible Marketing! Your guide to keeping your faith in today's complicated world! www.Meaningfulminute.org/censible ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO Or wherever Podcasts are available! Editor: Sruly Saftlas

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When Life Takes a Turn: The Inspiring Story of Tania & Amit Friedlander | Stories of Hope Podcast In this deeply moving episode of Stories of Hope, we sit down with Tania and Amit Friedlander—a couple whose journey has been marked by remarkable resilience, courage, and unwavering faith. Tania shares her powerful roots, growing up in Austria as the daughter of a Holocaust survivor who escaped on the last train out of Lviv at just 16 years old. Her childhood was shaped by both cultural richness and painful antisemitism, yet she found healing and strength in unexpected places—from table tennis competitions to her eventual path toward a life of Torah. Amit, raised in New York, opens up about his own path to spiritual growth, his cancer diagnosis linked to 9/11, and ultimately, a shocking diagnosis of early-onset Parkinson’s disease just seven years into their marriage—with three small children and a fourth on the way. Together, Tania and Amit walk us through their emotional, spiritual, and physical battles—and the decisions they made to keep joy at the center of their lives. From dancing in their living room to creating a home minyan, this couple is redefining what it means to live with purpose and faith in the face of adversity. This is not just a story about illness—it’s a story about choosing life, over and over again. To get in touch you can email: Tania.friedlander@gmail.com Amit.Friedlander@gmail.com To contact Tzipora Grodko with suggestions, comments or questions, you can email: SOH@meaningfulminute.org or message her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tziporagrodko This episode was brought you in part by: ___________________________ This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushkapp.cc/soh __________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com ___________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com Join Channel memberships To Gain Access To Exclusive Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwHYp-o1OlEVnMRoXLoaaOA/join

Danielle Renov—best known as the creative force behind “Peas, Love & Carrots”—joins the Meaningful People Podcast not to share recipes, but to open up about something far more raw and real: living through war in Israel as a mother. In this emotionally charged episode, Danielle shares what life is like in Yerushalayim under missile fire, separated from her husband and holding down the home with extraordinary resilience. She opens up about fear, faith, and motherhood in a war zone—describing what it means to remain strong for her children while the world around her is shaking, quite literally. From her roots in the Five Towns to raising a family in Israel, Danielle speaks about the deeper spiritual mission of living in Eretz Yisrael, the complicated emotions surrounding Aliyah, and why she refuses to leave even in the most dangerous moments. This conversation is not just about war—it's about the strength of Jewish mothers, the reality of daily life in Israel, and the unshakable emunah that guides Danielle through it all. Hear how one of the Jewish world’s most beloved influencers was navigating some of the most difficult days of her life—with raw honesty, deep faith, and surprising humor. This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ►Blooms Kosher Bring you the best Kosher products worldwide. https://bloomskosher.com ______________________________________ ► PZ Deals - Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp _______________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful _______________________________________ ► Say Kaddish - the Ultimate Sign of Love and Respect For centuries, we have honored our parents and loved ones who have passed on by reciting Kaddish in their merit. Saying Kaddish serves as a great virtue and does wonders for the soul of the deceased. https://saykaddish.com/ _______________________________________ ► Toveedo Visit- https://toveedo.com/ Use Promo Code MM10 for 10% off! _______________________________________ ► Lalechet We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com ___________________________________________ ►Rothenberg Law Firm Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation https://shorturl.at/JFKHH ____________________________________ ► Growtha - We get you more leads. https://growtha.com __________________________________________________ ► NRS Pay - Honest, clean credit card processing. https://nrspay.com __________________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ______________________________________ ► Faith It Till You Make It Join Rabbi Ari Bensoussan’s course on Bitachon sponsored by Censible Marketing! Your guide to keeping your faith in today's complicated world! www.Meaningfulminute.org/censible ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO Or wherever Podcasts are available! Editor: Sruly Saftlas

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Yesterday, Shelly Shem Tov stood alongside Ayelet Samerano — the mother who laid her son Yonatan to rest after he was returned from Gaza as a fallen soldier. It was a meeting of two mothers: one whose child came back, and one whose child never will. What incredible strength of spirit you carry, mothers.