The Avrum Rosensweig Show

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with storyteller and Jewish leader, Eli Rubenstein

Eli is the spiritual leader at Congregation Habonim. He is also the International Director of Education for March of the Living. In this interview, Eli, a brilliant storyteller, tells stories about courage and bravery coming out of the October 7th terrorist attack on southern Israel. He also shares poignant and touching stories about Chanukah, as this interview was conducted on the forth night of the holiday. Have a listen. Eli is truly fascinating and has a beautiful way of telling Jewish stories from years gone by. They will inspire you, and warm your heart. Am Yisrael Chai. 

 

 

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with Devora Mason, a passionate Israeli Mother speaks about October 7th and afterward

In this podcast, the first one since my return to podcasting, I speak with my eldest sister's daughter, Devora Mason, who is a mother of five living in Israel. Devora speaks about her family and how they deal with the situation in Israel since October 7th. She is articulate and very open about her family's experience, including the fact there are divergent political views in her family - yet everyone gets along. Have a listen. Devora is fascinating and someone I am very proud of. 

The Avrum Rosensweig Show with Dr. Brad Strauss, a Canadian cardiologist volunteering in Israel after October 7th

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A Schmooze With Evelisa Genova: A Prolific Sicilian-Canadian Artist & Inclusivity Consultant

Avrum interviews a dear friend, Evelisa Genova, a beautiful artist, a graduate of Harvard University and consultant on issues dealing with inclusivity and fairness. Evelisa speaks wisely about the equality of all humankind and how her art reflects the splendor of humanity. The Toronto-Sicilian native expresses her deep appreciation and love for her family. She tells us about her very rich time at Harvard and its high level of education. Have a listen. Evelisa has special insight into our  existence.  The Avrum Rosensweig Show: 'It's the show that schmoozes'.  

Josh Arbess: The Gift of a Stutter

I love nothing more than interviewing people who just inspire the hell out of me. Josh Arbess did exactly that. Josh is 23 years-old, with an inimitable spirit - one which helped him overcome a most challenging stutter. Throughout our schmooze, Josh tells us how initially he thought his stutter was a curse, then over time, he began to see it as a gift, a blessing. He shares with us insight into how he grew enormously through the process of learning to embrace his stuttering. And we hear about his beautiful parents and family who supported him always, encouraged him and helped him overcome humiliation from being bullied and individuals who lacked the sensitivity to see the beauty that lies within Josh Arbess. Have a listen and learn. Be inspired. Grow through Josh's experiences. Remember what he said, 'we all have stutters', perhaps not through speech but in one way or another. The Avrum Rosensweig Show: It's the show that schmoozes.  

Preacher’s Kids: A Rabbi’s Son Schmoozes with a Minister’s Son

Preacher’s kids are different. They just are. You can find them in a room. They’re the listeners, the craziest and sometimes the least religious. Listen to Avrum, the son of a rabbi, share some of his insights with his buddy Paul Redley, the son of a Christian minister God bless! 

Avrum Schmoozes with Wimpy Waitress, Dody Gebre

In show 2 of ‘The Avrum Rosensweig Show’, host Avrum schmoozes with a very special person - Dody Gebre. Dody is from Ethiopia and a waitress in Toronto at the famous, Wimpy’s Diner. She speaks endearingly about her place of birth, Addis Ababa, her very very large family and her experiences in Canada both as a new comer and a server. Dody is highly complementary of Canadians and insightful about her work. Listen to this elegant women share the inside scoop on tipping, challenging clients and the 8 tips for good waitressing. Remember too, to schmooze with strangers and learn more about your community and yourself! Life is good.

Avrum schmoozes with Stephan Boyd - a Canadian boxing Champ and sensitive man

In his return to podcasting, following a successful run with Hatradio!, Avrum elicits wonderful and charming insights from a national boxing champion about the sport of pugilists, training young people

and why his mom never attended his fights.   

Episode 59 Tara Slone: Co-Host Hometown Hockey (HNIC), Rock Star, Buddhist & Lovely

Tara Slone is a multi-talented Canadian, known for her rock n' roll history and co-hosting of Hometown Hockey on Hockey Night in Canada, with Ron Maclean. She is a gentle, zen-like person who exudes real sweetness and empathy for all personkind. I was happy to secure this interview and then to schmooze with Tara, a real Canadian icon. HatRadio! Just a Jewish guy trying to figure things out. HatRadio! is sponsored by Tony Alberga & Family, and Mark Gryfe and Family. Thank you for your support. Music by David Nefesh. 

Episode 58 - Rachel Gemara: A Nurse's Account Inside a Covid19 Ward in Israel

These Corona Virus times are tough for all of us, some more than others. I think we all agree, our front line workers, those smack in the middle of the craziness, are to be embraced for their courage, expertise and ability to respond professionally to this unknown medical nightmare. In that light, please have a listen to this very special interview with Rachel Gemara, a nurse at Shaare Zedek hospital in Jerusalem, Israel who volunteered to work in the hospital's newly launched Covid19 ward. Listen to why she decided to step-up and her account of the last moments of Israel's first victim of this pandemic, Holocaust Survivor, Aryeh Even. This is an amazing discussion with Rachel, and important insight into the inner workings of a Covid19 environment in Israel.

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