ShmueliCast

"In this week’s episode, we sit down for a natural, open conversation with Tzvi Blumenfeld — a legend in the heimish music industry and one of the most respected bandleaders in Jewish music. As the leader of Freilich, Tzvi has played a major role in shaping the sound of weddings and large-scale Jewish events.We cover a wide range of topics, including the major shift we’ve seen over the last few years in Jewish music — moving f...

This week on ShmueliCast🎙️, we sit down with Dr. Yossi Twersky — psychiatrist and mental health expert — for a calm, grounded conversation about mental health, therapy, and how people actually deal with inner struggles today.We speak honestly about the growing focus on mental health and the doubts many people have about whether today’s approaches truly address real human needs. We discuss how previous generations handled emotional...

"On this This week's episode on ShmueliCast, we’re bringing you a special episode for Chanukah with Motty Steinmetz.Motty is one of the most recognized voices in Jewish music today — known for his unique style, powerful emotion, and the way his music connects with people across different communities. In this episode, we sit down for a real conversation about his story and what goes on behind the scenes of the music.We talk...

"In this week's episode we sit down with Chaim Ekstein, who brings over 25 years of experience in the financial world.We discuss the human challenges people face, why so many stay stuck in the same habits, how the comfort zone holds them back, and what it takes to start moving toward the kind of life they actually want to live.From there, we talk about whether an employee can be successful in our community, what that looks...

Business & Public Affairs Strategist Yossi Gestetner discusses the place of the Heimisha economy in the overall economy."And as always feel free to share your feedback, we’d love to hear your thoughts and comments. You can always email us at shmuelicast@gmail.com״Show your support for ShmueliCast by giving a 'SUPER THANKS'.The episodes are available to listen to on our ShmueliCast hotline at 718-970-8884.----------...

From organizing COVID testing in yeshivas to opening The Yingerman — one of the most popular weekly Jewish magazines — and plenty in between, Moshe Gottlieb’s journey as a young entrepreneur is anything but typical.It began with finding and buying a camp for his yeshiva when it was desperately needed, and soon after, a unique sukkah business offering year-round storage and setup services. From there, Moshe threw himself into new ch...

Meet your new co-host… Nuchem! 🎙️ShmueliCast is back — bigger, better, and with a brand-new face behind the mic. But wait… who is Nuchem? And why is he here? 👀In this special kickoff episode, Shmueli sits down with Nuchem to break the ice and let you get to know him. From writing and acting to some seriously cool magician and hypnotist skills 🪄 — they cover it all. You’ll hear about his story, his colorful character, and what he...

"Nearing Yom Kippur, the time Klal Yisroel is seeking for forgiveness and peace Shmuelicast engages in a heartfelt discussion with Eliezer Friedman.Eliezer opens up about these challenging times and how he stays strong. We discuss L'man Hashulem, his new initiative he started in loving memory of his son. Learn about the organization's goals, its impact on the community, and how it embodies the deepest meaning of Bein Adam L'Chaveir...

"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, Shmulie 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 ...

In this exclusive interview, Shmuelicast sits down with the legendary Mendel Wagschal—the creative force behind the iconic AKIVA play and now the mastermind behind the highly anticipated play, EZRA.

From the first spark of inspiration to the challenges of bringing stories to life on stage, Mendel Wagschal shares rare insights into their creative process, career milestones, and what audiences can expect from this bold new production....

Although ShmueliCast is officially on pause between Season 1 and Season 2, we’re excited to release this special Lag Baomer edition — and who better to join us than Ahreleh Samet, back for his second appearance on the show.We sit down to talk about his beautiful new album, ׳פונעם בורא אליין׳, the messages behind the songs, and what makes this project so meaningful. A warm and uplifting conversation — perfectly timed for the spirit ...

This week, we sit down with Itzy Zieg — a multi-talented yingerman passionate about helping couples struggling with infertility as a Bonei Olam counselor. He is also a well-known actor in major Jewish shows and movies. In the past, Itzy served as head counselor at Camp Krasneh for many years and mentored kids with ADHD.In this episode, Itzy opens up about his own eight-year journey of waiting for children, and how he turned that pa...

For episode 50 and as a special for Pesach, we bring you a special extended episode with Lipa Schmeltzer. We dive into his colorful life journey, full of fascinating stories, experiences, and interesting trivia. We hope you enjoy it."And as always feel free to share your feedback, we’d love to hear your thoughts and comments. You can always email us at shmuelicast@gmail.com״Show your support for ShmueliCast by giving a 'SUPER THANK...

"In today’s day and age, when many in our community are struggling just to cover their day-to-day expenses—let alone save for the future—we bring you the budgeting expert 'Chaim Tauber'. He shares practical solutions and valuable insights on how to live a sustainable lifestyle without compromising your financial future.""And as always feel free to share your feedback, we’d love to hear your thoughts and comme...

Join us for an אדר episode with Sruly Horowitz, an expert in the fish industry and the owner of the Famous Sruly's fish store in Rockland kosher in Monsey. He's always experimenting with new fish dishes, products, and ideas – and sharing them with the world.״And as always feel free to share your feedback, we’d love to hear your thoughts and comments. You can always email us at shmuelicast@gmail.com״Show your support for Shm...

Ever wondered what goes into creating an Album? Join us on Shmuelicast as we have a deep conversation with Mendy Hershkowitz, a seasoned album producer and band leader with a string of success under his belt! From production techniques to band dynamics, Mendy shares his expertise and experiences in this exclusive shmooz.״And as always feel free to share your feedback, we’d love to hear your thoughts and comments. You can always ema...

"Get ready for some joyful noise! In this episode, we're joined by the incredible Pinchas Bichler, the leader of the world-famous Malchus Choir and composer of many incredible well-known songs! We dig in with him in a deep time-flying conversation where we're schmoozing about known and unknown things about his musical journey and the Malchus Choir.The magic of collaboration, and the transformative power of music. Expec...

"Meet Mechy Schlesinger - a business expo Organizer and entrepreneur with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. Join us as we discuss the event business industries, challenges, and opportunities and gain valuable insights from Mechy’s years of industry expertise." ״And as always feel free to share your feedback, we’d love to hear your thoughts and comments. You can always email us at shmuelicast@gmail.com״ Show your s...