What happens when an Orthodox Rabbi takes to the streets of Times Square and invites people to ask him anything? In this riveting episode, Rabbi Shoff answers real, unfiltered questions from strangers on the street — from the Jewish perspective on marrying out of the faith, to whether Jews worship Trump, if they were behind 9/11 (yes, someone actually asked that), Jewish teachings on the afterlife, and so much more. This is one of the most eye-opening conversations we’ve ever had — raw, honest, and thought-provoking. Got a question you’ve always wanted to ask a rabbi? Drop it in the comments — nothing’s off-limits. Sponsored by Skive Customized Software Without The Custom Price Tag ► Check out their website: https://skive.co/ ► Email: info@skive.co ► Call: (786) 273-9188

In this episode, we speak with Michal Lobanov, the wife of Alexander (Alex) Lobanov HY’D, who was abducted by Hamas on October 7, 2023, while working as the head bartender at the Nova Music Festival near Kibbutz Re’im. Alex was a devoted father from Ashkelon, caring for his physically disabled parents and supporting his wife Michal, who was five months pregnant at the time of his abduction. Tragically, after enduring months of captivity, Alex was murdered by Hamas, and his body was recovered from a tunnel in Rafah on August 31, 2024. In this heartfelt conversation, Michal shares her journey of grief, resilience, and the challenges of raising their two children, including the child born during Alex’s captivity. She reflects on the profound impact of the October 7 attacks, the enduring pain of losing Alex, and her determination to honor his memory. This episode sheds light on the human cost of terrorism and the strength required to navigate unimaginable loss. Join us as we listen to Michal’s story—a testament to love, courage, and remembrance. You can support the Loubanov family by making a donation here: https://thechesedfund.com/hopeinaction/help-family-of-murdered-hostage-alex-lobanov You can follow Michal’s journey on https://www.instagram.com/michalobanov and follow the page in memory of her late husband Alex Lobanov https://www.instagram.com/remember.alex.lobanov i Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support these important conversations. 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 __________________________________________________ ►Kupath Rabbi Meir Baal Hanes: Support Families In Need Currently numerous families in Israel are being presented with unprecedented financial pressure and hardships Amidst these difficulties, Kupath Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Kolel Polin remains a steadfast source of direct care and support for those in need. Together, let’s help these families land on their feet and restore a glimmer of hope to their lives. https://kupathrabbimeir.org/donate.aspx?utm_source=meaningfulminute&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=04.03.25 __________________________________________________ ► 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/website __________________________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful __________________________________________________ ► Eretz Hakodesh - Vote to Keep Israel Holy! Over the years, liberal movements have gained significant influence as the primary representatives of the Jewish Diaspora. From this position, they have pushed agendas that impact crucial issues related to religion and state in Israel. Eretz HaKodesh seeks to balance this influence by accurately reflecting the power dynamics of Jewish communities in the Diaspora and amplifying the voices of Orthodox communities dedicated to preserving the timeless values of the Torah and authentic Jewish tradition. Click here to vote in the upcoming World Zionist Organization elections: https://bit.ly/41D1Ag0 __________________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ____________________________________________________ ►Toveedo Visit- https://toveedoshop.com Use Promo Code MM10 for $10 off! ________________________________________________ Order the brand new Meaningful People Game! https://meaningfulminute.org/thegame ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO

In this powerful interview, we sit down with Rabbi Yehoshua Soudakoff, a trailblazing deaf rabbi, to discuss his journey, the challenges he has faced, and the impact he is making in the Jewish Deaf community worldwide. He shares his experiences growing up deaf in a hearing world, his path to becoming a rabbi, and the work he is doing to make Torah and Judaism more accessible. There are an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 Deaf and hard-of-hearing Jews in Israel and around 40,000 to 50,000 worldwide, with communities in the U.S., Europe, and Russia. Many face limited access to Jewish education, Torah learning, and religious services due to a lack of sign language resources. Organizations such as the Jewish Deaf Foundation and The Israel Deaf Community Center are working to bridge this gap and create more inclusive opportunities. This conversation is both inspiring and eye-opening, offering a glimpse into the resilience, faith, and dedication of Rabbi Soudakoff and the broader Jewish Deaf community. Watch now to hear his story and gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and triumphs within this often-overlooked part of the Jewish world. For more information, you can visit his website: https://chushim.org/ ____________________________________________________ To win $200 comment on YouTube under this episode, who you think that we will be recording a new episode of Meaningful People next week! And the first person who comments and gets it right, will also receive a Meaningful People Game! ____________________________________________________ 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 __________________________________________________ ► 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/website __________________________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful __________________________________________________ ► The Jewish Providence Rhode Island Recruitment Committee is offering new families a FREE $50K housing contribution and FREE first year PHDS (Providence Hebrew Day School) tuition for all kids (+subsidized following years) moving into the city. You can learn more about the campaign on their website at https://providencetorah.com and the in town Jewish School, Providence Hebrew Day School, on IG at https://www.instagram.com/phds_rhodeisland/ ____________________________________________________ ► Eretz Hakodesh - Vote to Keep Israel Holy! Over the years, liberal movements have gained significant influence as the primary representatives of the Jewish Diaspora. From this position, they have pushed agendas that impact crucial issues related to religion and state in Israel. Eretz HaKodesh seeks to balance this influence by accurately reflecting the power dynamics of Jewish communities in the Diaspora and amplifying the voices of Orthodox communities dedicated to preserving the timeless values of the Torah and authentic Jewish tradition. Click here to vote in the upcoming World Zionist Organization elections: https://bit.ly/41D1Ag0 __________________________________________________ ► Lema’an Achai - Donate to Families this Pesach! Financial hardship is like being stuck in quicksand. Freedom feels very far away when your fridge is empty, and every night is spent worrying about overdue bills. Lema’an Achai aren't just giving handouts to struggling families. They are lifting them up and accompanying them to freedom, through financial training. This Pesach set a family free. Make a donation today https://www.lemaanachai.org/en/project/Kimcha-DPischa-Pesach-Assistance-2025/?a=mm ____________________________________________________ ► EDEN BET SHEMESH A new community in Israel lead by Rabbi Beni and Chani Krohn CONTACT US TODAY! whatsapp - https://Wa.me/972526244600 Email - realty@kellystern.com Phone number - +972526244600 ____________________________________________________ ► KosherWine.com - #1 Spot for Pesach Wines Make sure you’re stocked for Sedarim! No schlepping. No last-minute runs. ✅ Nationwide shipping ✅ Expert picks ✅ One-click Pesach mixed cases Free shipping with 15 bottles + Make your Pesach smoother with https://www.kosherwine.com and order today! Use code MM15 for $15 off your order of $300+ ___________________________________________________ Order the brand new Meaningful People Game! https://meaningfulminute.org/thegame ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO

Lipa Schmeltzer is more than just a singer—he’s a storyteller, a trailblazer, and a man who has walked a deeply personal journey of growth and healing. In this powerful episode of the Meaningful People Podcast, Lipa opens up like never before about his childhood, struggles with anxiety, the role of therapy in his life, and his evolving perspective on faith, music, and personal transformation. From the highs of his music career to the challenges he faced within the community, Lipa shares raw and honest reflections on finding balance, overcoming pain, and embracing his true self. He discusses the stigma surrounding mental health, the lessons he’s learned, and why he believes in slowing down and appreciating life’s moments. This is Lipa like you’ve never heard him before. ____________________________________________________ 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 ____________________________________________________ ► The Jewish Providence Rhode Island Recruitment Committee is offering new families a FREE $50K housing contribution and FREE first year PHDS (Providence Hebrew Day School) tuition for all kids (+subsidized following years) moving into the city. You can learn more about the campaign on their website at https://providencetorah.com and the in town Jewish School, Providence Hebrew Day School, on IG at https://www.instagram.com/phds_rhodeisland/ ____________________________________________________ ► Eretz Hakodesh - Vote to Keep Israel Holy! Over the years, liberal movements have gained significant influence as the primary representatives of the Jewish Diaspora. From this position, they have pushed agendas that impact crucial issues related to religion and state in Israel. Eretz HaKodesh seeks to balance this influence by accurately reflecting the power dynamics of Jewish communities in the Diaspora and amplifying the voices of Orthodox communities dedicated to preserving the timeless values of the Torah and authentic Jewish tradition. Click here to vote in the upcoming World Zionist Organization elections: https://bit.ly/41D1Ag0 __________________________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful __________________________________________________ ► 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/website __________________________________________________ ► www.kosherwine.com #1 Spot for Pesach Wines Make sure you’re stocked for Sedarim! No schlepping. No last-minute runs. ✅ Nationwide shipping ✅ Expert picks ✅ One-click Pesach mixed cases Free shipping with 15 bottles + Make your Pesach smoother with https://www.kosherwine.com and order today! Use code MM15 for $15 off your order of $300+ __________________________________________________ ►Atica At Atica, our collections celebrate a concept we call quiet luxury—timeless style, crafted with care, and built to last. Mention Meaningful to get 3 shirts for $100! https://aticaman.com/ __________________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ____________________________________________________ ► Rothenberg Law Firm - Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out today for a free case evaluation https://shorturl.at/TsoU6 ____________________________________________________ Order the brand new Meaningful People Game! https://meaningfulminute.org/thegame ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has resumed the war in Gaza with a series of massive airstrikes against targets all across the enclave overnight. Watch full episode with Andrey Kozlov here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9r4jNA_fjxw

From Evangelical Missionary to Orthodox Jew: This is Shannon Nuszen's Unbelievable Journey! In this powerful interview, Shannon Nuszen shares her extraordinary transformation from being an evangelical missionary—trained to convert Jews—to embracing Orthodox Judaism. Raised in a fundamentalist Christian family, Shannon later joined the Christian messianic movement, working with missionary groups targeting Jews, but eventually converted to Judaism and now regrets her past involvement. - What led her to question her beliefs? - How did her deep dive into Jewish texts change everything? - What challenges did she face in leaving Christianity and converting to Judaism? With over 15 years in the counter-missionary field, she educates Jewish communities about missionary tactics. She founded Beyneynu, an organization that monitors missionary activity and raises awareness among Jewish leaders. Now, through her organization Beyneynu, she works to protect Jewish communities from deceptive missionary tactics. This is an important mission, as the there are more and more Jews converting to Christianity. In 2015, there were 15,000 Jews belonging to Messianic congregations here in Israel – as of 2020, there were more than 30,000 reported. Beyneynu has watched this community grow from 120 Messianic congregations and outreach programs to over 300, and there are currently over 200 websites dedicated to converting Jewish people to Christianity, mostly through media in English, Hebrew, Russian, and Arabic. https://beyneynu.com This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ► PZ Deals - Download the app and never pay full price again! https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp ____________________________________________________ ► Eretz Hakodesh - Vote to Keep Israel Holy! Over the years, liberal movements have gained significant influence as the primary representatives of the Jewish Diaspora. From this position, they have pushed agendas that impact crucial issues related to religion and state in Israel. Eretz HaKodesh seeks to balance this influence by accurately reflecting the power dynamics of Jewish communities in the Diaspora and amplifying the voices of Orthodox communities dedicated to preserving the timeless values of the Torah and authentic Jewish tradition. Click here to vote in the upcoming World Zionist Organization elections: https://bit.ly/41D1Ag0 __________________________________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka https://pushka.cc/meaningful __________________________________________________ ►Atica At Atica, our collections celebrate a concept we call quiet luxury—timeless style, crafted with care, and built to last. Mention Meaningful to get 3 shirts for $100! https://aticaman.com/ __________________________________________________ ► ILS - Ordering title should not be a surprise https://ilstitle.com/ ____________________________________________________ ► Town Appliance - Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp ____________________________________________________ ► Rothenberg Law Firm - Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out today for a free case evaluation https://shorturl.at/TsoU6 ____________________________________________________ Order the brand new Meaningful People Game! https://meaningfulminute.org/thegame ____________________________________________________ ► Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. https://apple.co/2WALuE2 https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO

In this emotional, heartbreaking video, Nachi Gordon reacts to Benny Friedman's powerful musical tribute to Ariel & Kfir Bibas. The song is a rendition of Avraham Fried's "Shalhevet," which was a tribute to 10-month-old Israeli Shalhevet Pass, who died in a Palestinian terror attack in 2001. Link to full Avraham Fried interview: https://youtu.be/25Dsoz3nFyQ?si=ln2IYaKgjfj5_ODP

In this video Nachi Gordon exposes the truth about Reform Judaism's agenda in the World Zionist Organization elections. Please take the time to vote here: https://bit.ly/41D1Ag0