The Avrum Rosensweig Show

TORONTO MIKE'D: ONE OF CANADA'S HIGHEST PROFILE, AND LONGEST RUNNING PODCAST, WITH A TORONTO SPIN! (Audio/Visual)

In this episode, we’re excited to welcome a true voice of Toronto’s podcasting scene, Mike Boon of Toronto Mike'D. For over a decade, Mike has been creating a space for fascinating conversations, bringing listeners the best in local culture, sports, music, and more. Mike’s unique blend of humor, insight, and candor has made Toronto Mike a must-listen for anyone who loves the 6ix. Some of his guests have included: Mark Hebscher, Dave Hodge, Jim Mckenny, Steve Paikin, Dave Thomas from SCTV, Jake Clemons from Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band, Alan Frew from Glass Tiger, Carol Pope, Ron Sexsmith, Erin Davis, Danny Elwell and so many more. At the time of this podcast, Mike had hosted 1619 podcasts.

TORONTO MIKE'D: ONE OF CANADA'S HIGHEST PROFILE, AND LONGEST RUNNING PODCAST, WITH A TORONTO SPIN! (Audio)

In this episode, we’re excited to welcome a true voice of Toronto’s podcasting scene, Mike Boon of Toronto Mike'D. For over a decade, Mike has been creating a space for fascinating conversations, bringing listeners the best in local culture, sports, music, and more. Mike’s unique blend of humor, insight, and candor has made Toronto Mike a must-listen for anyone who loves the 6ix. Some of his guests have included: Mark Hebscher, Dave Hodge, Jim Mckenny, Steve Paikin, Dave Thomas from SCTV, Jake Clemons from Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band, Alan Frew from Glass Tiger, Carol Pope, Ron Sexsmith, Erin Davis, Danny Elwell and so many more. At the time of this podcast, Mike had hosted 1619 podcasts.

BEKHA SLIDER: ON KISSING SOMEONE'S SCAR (Audio)

Bekha Slider grew up in a religious home. Dogma and the threat of going to hell, was choking her. Despite her fear, she became a pastor feeling she could help others. But questions about who she really was hounded her. Eventually, Bekha went through a process of deconstruction, pulling away the layers that had built up on her true character, and slowly, but surely, through much loneliness and struggle, went from a place of fear to self-love. In this interview, Bekha and I talk about her fascinating metamorphosis, how it affected her relationship with her family, in particular her children, and what it was like for her to feel free with an overwhelming sense of appreciation for herself. Sexuality was a big part of that change. Bekha began to truly embrace her sexual self and feel at home showing her physical beauty regardless of some physical scars and occasional comments from others. At one point, near the end of the interview, I wanted to understand how deeply her intimacy goes with others, in essence whether she had been with anyone who had kissed her scar and celebrated it with her. She responded that indeed there was someone and when they kissed the scar, it added to her feeling of happiness and love of herself. Have a watch/listen. Bekha is a very unique and inspirational person who coaches others on how to discover their essence and to learn how to love themselves. She really is a special soul.

BEKHA SLIDER: ON KISSING SOMEONE'S SCAR (Audio/Visual)

Bekha Slider grew up in a religious home. Dogma and the threat of going to hell, was choking her. Despite her fear, she became a pastor feeling she could help others. But questions about who she really was hounded her. Eventually, Bekha went through a process of deconstruction, pulling away the layers that had built up on her true character, and slowly, but surely, through much loneliness and struggle, went from a place of fear to self-love. In this interview, Bekha and I talk about her fascinating metamorphosis, how it affected her relationship with her family, in particular her children, and what it was like for her to feel free with an overwhelming sense of appreciation for herself. Sexuality was a big part of that change. Bekha began to truly embrace her sexual self and feel at home showing her physical beauty regardless of some physical scars and occasional comments from others. At one point, near the end of the interview, I wanted to understand how deeply her intimacy goes with others, in essence whether she had been with anyone who had kissed her scar and celebrated it with her. She responded that indeed there was someone and when they kissed the scar, it added to her feeling of happiness and love of herself. Have a watch/listen. Bekha is a very unique and inspirational person who coaches others on how to discover their essence and to learn how to love themselves. She really is a special soul.

INTERVIEW #2 WITH DWAYNE EPSTEIN: AUTHOR OF "KILLIN GENERALS: THE MAKING OF THE DIRTY DOZEN (Audio/Visual)

Dwayne Epstein is the author of the N.Y. Times bestselling biography, “Lee Marvin: Point Blank,” which was also a finalist in ForeWord magazine Book of the Year competitions. He is the author of the current Amazon bestseller "Killin Generals: The Making of The Dirty Dozen", The Most Iconic World War II Film of All Time.” "Killin Generals" delves into the behind-the-scenes journey of creating "The Dirty Dozen" which became a groundbreaking film due to its unconventional approach to the genre, blending dark humor with action-packed drama. The book and this interview, my second with Epstein, provides an in-depth exploration of the casting process, highlighting the unique selection of actors, including Lee Marvin, Charles Bronson, and Jim Brown, who would come to define the film's success. Epstein tells us about the challenges faced during production, such as the film's anti-authoritarian themes. "Killin Generals" offers a comprehensive look at how the filmmakers and cast transformed a gritty, unorthodox script into a cinematic phenomenon that would influence generations of action films to come. 💠 Prior to writing biographies, Epstein contributed to film chronicles on a regular basis. He wrote for Filmfax Magazine on subjects such as Bobby Darin, the Rat Pack, television pioneer Steve Allen, film director Sam Fuller, comic book artist Neal Adams, “Invasion of the Body Snatcher’s” Kevin McCarthy, John Belushi, and comedy legend Sid Caesar. Epstein later contributed to Cahiers Du Cinema’s “Serious Pleasures” which had a high profile in Europe. He wrote on American films chosen for rediscovery by directors Oliver Stone, Francis Ford Coppola, Woody Allen, and Clint Eastwood.

INTERVIEW #2 WITH DWAYNE EPSTEIN: AUTHOR OF "KILLIN GENERALS: THE MAKING OF THE DIRTY DOZEN (Audio)

Dwayne Epstein is the author of the N.Y. Times bestselling biography, “Lee Marvin: Point Blank,” which was also a finalist in ForeWord magazine Book of the Year competitions. He is the author of the current Amazon bestseller "Killin Generals: The Making of The Dirty Dozen", The Most Iconic World War II Film of All Time.” "Killin Generals" delves into the behind-the-scenes journey of creating "The Dirty Dozen" which became a groundbreaking film due to its unconventional approach to the genre, blending dark humor with action-packed drama. The book and this interview, my second with Epstein, provides an in-depth exploration of the casting process, highlighting the unique selection of actors, including Lee Marvin, Charles Bronson, and Jim Brown, who would come to define the film's success. Epstein tells us about the challenges faced during production, such as the film's anti-authoritarian themes. "Killin Generals" offers a comprehensive look at how the filmmakers and cast transformed a gritty, unorthodox script into a cinematic phenomenon that would influence generations of action films to come. 💠 Prior to writing biographies, Epstein contributed to film chronicles on a regular basis. He wrote for Filmfax Magazine on subjects such as Bobby Darin, the Rat Pack, television pioneer Steve Allen, film director Sam Fuller, comic book artist Neal Adams, “Invasion of the Body Snatcher’s” Kevin McCarthy, John Belushi, and comedy legend Sid Caesar. Epstein later contributed to Cahiers Du Cinema’s “Serious Pleasures” which had a high profile in Europe. He wrote on American films chosen for rediscovery by directors Oliver Stone, Francis Ford Coppola, Woody Allen, and Clint Eastwood.

PARSHA & PROSE WITH RABBI SHLOMO GEMARA & AVRUM ROSENSWEIG: VAERA & 'EXODUS' BY LEON URIS (Audio/Visual)

In PARSHA & PROSE, Rabbi Gemara and Avrum, discuss the Torah portion of Va'era, and its narrative that centers on God's reaffirmation of His covenant with the Israelites and the beginning of Moses' mission to confront Pharaoh, setting the stage for the dramatic liberation from Egypt. Through the lens of Leon Uris’ novel Exodus, this portion takes on a more expansive and humanistic dimension. Uris delves into the psychological and emotional struggles of the characters, particularly Ari Ben Canaan, who grapples with his own identity and divine mission. The novel's portrayal of Ben Canaans' doubts mirrors the themes of faith, perseverance, and the longing for freedom found in Va'era. Uris illustrates the tension between divine destiny and human agency, emphasizing that while the Israelites’ liberation is divinely ordained, it is also shaped by the courage and resolve of individuals. This duality, highlighted in the Torah text and brought to life in Uris’ narrative, underscores the complexities of divine intervention and the human spirit in the face of oppression. In SHIVIM PANIM, the beginning segment of PARSHA AND PROSE, Rabbi Gemara and Avrum schmooze about: a) the 'Brisker way' in learning, b) former Israeli Hostage, the very erudite and spiritual, Sapir Cohen, c) and the sensitivity of Judaism toward courts and convicted defendants.

PARSHA & PROSE WITH RABBI SHLOMO GEMARA & AVRUM ROSENSWEIG: VAERA & 'EXODUS' BY LEON URIS (Audio)

In PARSHA & PROSE, Rabbi Gemara and Avrum, discuss the Torah portion of Va'era, and its narrative that centers on God's reaffirmation of His covenant with the Israelites and the beginning of Moses' mission to confront Pharaoh, setting the stage for the dramatic liberation from Egypt. Through the lens of Leon Uris’ novel Exodus, this portion takes on a more expansive and humanistic dimension. Uris delves into the psychological and emotional struggles of the characters, particularly Ari Ben Canaan, who grapples with his own identity and divine mission. The novel's portrayal of Ben Canaans' doubts mirrors the themes of faith, perseverance, and the longing for freedom found in Va'era. Uris illustrates the tension between divine destiny and human agency, emphasizing that while the Israelites’ liberation is divinely ordained, it is also shaped by the courage and resolve of individuals. This duality, highlighted in the Torah text and brought to life in Uris’ narrative, underscores the complexities of divine intervention and the human spirit in the face of oppression. In SHIVIM PANIM, the beginning segment of PARSHA AND PROSE, Rabbi Gemara and Avrum schmooze about: a) the 'Brisker way' in learning, b) former Israeli Hostage, the very erudite and spiritual, Sapir Cohen, c) and the sensitivity of Judaism toward courts and convicted defendants.

NIR MAMAN, 48-YEAR-OLD IDF RESERVIST, IN WASHINGTON AS MEMBER OF SECURITY DETAIL AT INAUGURATION (Audio/Visual)

n to this very insightful interview with Nir Maman, 48-year-old IDF reservist, based in Toronto, who has been deployed to fight in Gaza and the West Bank, five times, since October 7th. In this interview, Nir is in DC preparing to protect the incoming president of the United States, Donald Trump, during the inauguration. You'll hear this father of five thoughts: on today's return of three Israeli hostages; how he arrived at playing a significant role in guarding the president during the inauguration and the support he and the IDF receive from his security colleagues throughout the United States. (There are some technical problems with my voice. We apologize for that). Am Yisrael Chai.

NIR MAMAN, 48-YEAR-OLD IDF RESERVIST, IN WASHINGTON AS MEMBER OF SECURITY DETAIL AT INAUGURATION (Audio)

Listen to this very insightful interview with Nir Maman, 48-year-old IDF reservist, based in Toronto, who has been deployed to fight in Gaza and the West Bank, five times, since October 7th. In this interview, Nir is in DC preparing to protect the incoming president of the United States, Donald Trump, during the inauguration. You'll hear this father of five thoughts: on today's return of three Israeli hostages; how he arrived at playing a significant role in guarding the president during the inauguration and the support he and the IDF receive from his security colleagues throughout the United States. (There are some technical problems with my voice. We apologize for that). Am Yisrael Chai.