The TrailBLAZER Pod
The TailBLAZER Pod celebrates the stories of Jewish women who have carved their paths to success, shattered glass ceilings, and embraced unique journeys. From trailblazers in their industries, to those with remarkable life experiences, each episode features candid conversations that inspire, empower, and illuminate the diverse achievements of Jewish women. Tune in for insightful discussions that illuminate success and resilience.
Episodes
Lauren Hofstatter, also known as the Orthodox Therapist, is a Licensed mental health counselor who focuses on intimacy and relationships. In this episode, she shares insights on intimacy, relationships, and the unique challenges faced by women in the Orthodox Jewish community. Lauren emphasizes the significance of genuine support and understanding in relationships, while also addressing the misconceptions ...
Meet Estee Stimler ; writer, lyrcistic, PhD Researcher in comedy and unapologetic trailblazer. In this conversation, she opens up about the layered realities of Jewish identity, and her own creative journey from speechwriting to the musicals and plays. With warmth and wit, Estee explores how humor shapes family bonds, why positive representation matters in Jewish media, and how art can balance self-express...
"I hope to uninstall my spiritual dimmer switch - after all I was the one who installed it."
In this powerful episode, Chana Leah Bleznick shares her journey from a childhood shaped by addiction, abuse, and complex family dynamics to becoming a mother, disability rights advocate, and outspoken voice for mental health in the Jewish community. She opens up about her identity as a Baal Teshuvah, the struggle ...
Avivit Ohana, founder of ELI (Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Israel),
This weeks guest is Michelle Morris; a storyteller, strategist, and a founder on a mission to elevate Jewish voices. In this episode, she shares how she built HerSpace to empower Jewish women in the arts — and why her new ...
In this episode, Dr. Azi Jankovic shares her powerful journey with mental health, discussing her personal experiences with depression and bipolar disorder. She emphasizes the importance of breaking the silence around mental health, advocating for a holistic approach to treatment, and empowering others to share their stories. The conversation explores the impact of childhood experiences, the challenges of navigating mental health di...
When a baby is born, so is a mother, but that transformation isn’t always easy! In this conversation, Rebekah Garfunkel shares her journey through postpartum anxiety, identity shifts, and the birth of her business, It’s a Mom. With vulnerability and wisdom, she opens up about finding purpose through pain, the healing power of creativity, and what it really means to hold onto yourself while caring for someo...
Kelly Levi, a mentor in the college admissions process joins me this week on the pod! After leaving a career in law, Kelly found her calling helping students and their families navigate the college admissions process. And in a post-October 7th world, her work has taken on even deeper meaning. She discusses the challenge...
In this conversation, Debra shares her unique journey of personal growth, shaped by her experiences of moving 26 times during her childhood. She discusses how these changes fostered her adaptability and resilience, leading her to a career in interior design, professional organizing, and ultimately ADHD coaching. Deborah emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, understanding one's strengths, and the role of Judaism in her life. S...
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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jacki Edry, author, mother of neurodivergent children, and brain tumor survivor, for a deeply moving conversation about resilience, identity, and advocacy. Jackie opens up about her...
In this deeply moving episode, Beth Segaloff, founder of the Tree of Life Center, opens up about her powerful journey through love, loss, and healing. After the devastating loss of her fiancé, Ben, who was killed while serving in Afghanistan, Beth was thrust into the depths of grief. She shares how this life-altering experience led her into the world of holistic healing.
Rabbi Joanna Samuels, CEO of the JCC of Manhattan, explores what it means to lead with compassion, clarity, and courage. This conversation dives into the power of deep listening in a polarized world, the emotional complexity faced by Jewish women after October 7th, and the need for meaningful dialogue in politically fraught spaces. Rabbi Samuels also shares insights from her work with the Better Arguments Project, offering real str...
Last week, we had Jillian Gothelf on the pod for a conversation about social media pressure, body confidence and more. This week, she’s back! But this time, with her 94 year old grandma, Joan Feldman. Both Jillian and her grandma are going through a transformation with their connection to Judaism. We explore the rich tapestry of Jewish identity through the lens of 94 yr old Joan's life experiences and her family's journey.
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Jillian Gothelf has an MA in Media Psychology and is the host of the "Hotter in Person
April 1st marks the first day of National Child Abuse Prevention month. In this episode, I chat with Rahel Bayar, a former sex crimes prosecutor about her career. Rahel discusses her upbringing in a values-driven household,...
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