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Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories

Chabad.org: Chana Weisberg
Judaism
Chabad
Faith
Rebbe
Kidney Donation
Resilience
Renewal
Jewish Burial Customs
Holocaust
Mental Health
Anti-Semitism
Texas A&M University
Bloom Syndrome
Gratitude
Joy
Autism
Infertility
God
Columbia University
Hearing Loss

Join this podcast as Chana Weisberg masterfully interviews people from all walks of life, uncovering their inspiring and amazing stories. Listen to the latest episode, or any of the past interviews, to discover extraordinary people with extraordinary stories.

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Latest Episodes

Ari and Elie Kligman are college baseball players with MLB aspirations. Learn how Chabad helps them balance Shabbat, Torah, kosher and competitive sports.

Leibel Lazaroff was shot while protecting a police officer at the Bondi massacre. Hear him and his mother share their journey so far.

Chani Wolf shares how she and her husband are lighting up souls in Fairbanks, Alaska, where winter feels like one endless, snowy night.

Hear from Keren how the Rebbe personally cared for her family after they left the Soviet Union and how she eventually discovered the beauty of Judaism.

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Ari Sachar
Rocket scientist involved in Israel's defense system and the Iron Dome project.
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Rabbi Yossi Paltiel
Scholar, mentor, and teacher of Hasidic philosophy
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Episode: Loss, Love and Learning to Live
Rabbi Yassi Paltiel
Scholar, mentor, and teacher of Hasidic philosophy; founder of insidehasidist.org
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Episode: Finding Freedom in the Soviet Gulag
Rabbi Mendel Kalminsen
Rabbi in London, prolific author on topics related to spirituality and purpose
Episode: The Secret to Your Life Mission
Moshe Reuven Cheratsky
An American artist, singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, and contributor to Forbes 30 Under 30.
Forbes
Episode: The Rapping Rabbi
Dvairi Nusbam
Integrative psychotherapist passionate about Chassidus
Episode: Healing From My Traumas
Esther Sternberg
A woman with deep connections in the Chabad community and a personal history with the Rebbe and Rebbetzin.
Episode: What I Learned From the Rebbetzin
Dr. Robyn Koslowitz
Clinical psychologist, parenting expert, and author of the upcoming book 'Post-Traumatic Parenting, Breaking the Cycle and Becoming the Parent You Want to Be.'
Episode: I Was a Teen and He Died in My Arms
Miriam Shurpin
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in body image and food relationships.
Episode: Diet Danger

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Chana Weisberg
Host known for her engaging interviews that reveal the extraordinary experiences of ordinary people, promoting themes of spirituality, personal growth, and community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Kosher Yoga

    Amazing story of Areya Siegal’s journey from “poster child” of TM to fight the Rebbe’s fight through the “winks” he got understanding he had done right & good. Deeply engaging for like- minds.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🪬🧿🪽🪽
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Chana does a great job interviewing Jewish women from across the world! Gives insight into the lives of many Chabad schulim. A great and impactful show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod Friend 14
    United States2 years ago
  • Really appreciate this podcast

    I really appreciate the wide range of guests that have been on this podcast. Such refreshing to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CZ B"H
    United States3 years ago

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From College Athlete to Abraham's Child
Q: What would you advise someone who's watching this, who is on their path or thinking about taking a path?
I think is to take notes. Keep careful self-notes and learn what you love.
From College Athlete to Abraham's Child
Q: Do you still play sports?
Yes, I can still shoot 50 foul shots in a row and can still pitch well.
Loss, Love and Learning to Live
Q: Should someone study Chassidus? Is it for everybody?
Chassidus is for everybody, but not everyone will appreciate it intuitively; Tanya speaks to all and has inherent magic.
Loss, Love and Learning to Live
Q: How do you understand that? Like if we're predestined for one another, how does that happen?
God runs the world and gives us tools to help us navigate life, which includes medical testing.
Loss, Love and Learning to Live
Q: What do you think your teachings resonate with so many people?
I'm not very charismatic, but I provide enormous clarity and try to explain things directly and honestly.

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2. Rabbi Yossi Paltiel
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