ShmueliCast

Mike Lawler has been the Congressman for New York’s 17th District for the past two terms, building his reputation around being active, accessible, and present for his constituents while holding a closely divided district. His office has handled thousands of constituent cases, and he has been recognized for working across party lines. He is now seeking a third term.In this episode, we had the honor of sitting down with Congres...

Mendel Wagschal returns to ShmueliCast — this time, he's traded the stage for the screen. After AKIVA and EZRA, the acclaimed writer and director spent the past year writing, directing, and producing EYE FOR AN EYE, a suspenseful mystery showing this Chol Hamoed Succos. He opens up about what film allows that a stage never could, and how a 450-page screenplay became a four-and-a-half-hour show. A rare look inside the biggest ...

This week on ShmueliCast, we had the honor of sitting down with legendary actor Aaron Mintz, one of the true pioneers and veterans of the Jewish entertainment world. Together, we take a trip down memory lane, from his early HASC and Miami experiences to the Yiddish plays and performances that had the Jewish entertainment world talking at the height of their popularity.Along the way, we discuss the difference between acting and perf...

"Building or renovating a home can be one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. Since most people only go through the process once or twice in their lifetime, costly mistakes can happen when you don’t know what to look for or who to trust.In this episode, we sit down with Yechiel levine, the contractor who recently helped renovate the host’s home, for an honest conversation about the construction in...

The Shiner Shul is one of the most iconic places in Monsey.It’s not just another shul. It’s a 24-hour, 365-days-a-year operation of davening, learning, and connecting to Hashem. A place where Yidden from all backgrounds feel welcome — no matter how someone looks, where he comes from, or what stage of life he is in, there is a seat, a sefer, a coffee, something to eat, and a feeling that he belongs.In this episode,...

"In this week’s episode, we sit down for a raw, honest conversation with Sruly Green — a voice that has taken over a new generation in recent years.While some see his style as untraditional, others connect to it deeply — a reflection of how music evolves with each generation.We talk about his journey, the years of creating and releasing music before stepping fully into the spotlight, and what changed along the way...

Two months after the U.S. launched a massive strike on Iran — a blitz attack that killed longtime Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and shook the entire regime to its core — what was supposed to be a decisive moment has turned into something far more complicated.In this episode of ShmueliCast, we sit down with geopolitical expert Yossi Goldstein to break down what the Iranian regime actually is, and why it doesn’t colla...

"In this episode, we sit down with Momo Teitelbaum — not the typical guy you meet every day.We start off with his move from the city to Lakewood, and that naturally opens up a bigger conversation about what people are really chasing — the pace of city life, the constant complaints, and how different environments shape the way people think.From there, the conversation moves into the music world — not just on the su...

This week on ShmueliCast, we sat down for a direct, open conversation with Yanky Fliegman, Fire Commissioner of the Monsey Fire Department.

We began by speaking about his personal experience being present in Washington, D.C. on January 6th. Yanky shared what it was like to be there in real time — the atmosphere, the emotions, and how the day unfolded from his vantage point. Hearing the experience from someone who was physicall...

This week we sat down for a real uplifting, high-energy episode with Chaim Brown — well-known actor and singer — for an open, honest conversation about his journey on both the music and acting side.We spoke about how his singing started back in his teenage years in Yeshiva, and how music became one of his first ways to express emotion and connect to people.From there we got into his acting career — what makes some...

In this week’s episode, we sit down for a meaningful and inspiring conversation with Zalmen Leib Eisenberger, who opens up about losing his mother at just 16 years old — and how that pain ultimately became a mission of hope.Zalmen Leib shares how one dream kept him going through it all: becoming an actor. We talk about his journey in the acting world, the challenges along the way, and what it really takes to stay focuse...

"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 mus...

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...