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Meaningful People

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There are so many Jewish personalities and big people in the world. They all have a story on how they became who they are today. Deep, unboundedly interesting, fun and uplifting, Meaningful People Podcast is a weekly opportunity for Nachi & Momo to talk to the Jewish world's meaningful people.

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In this special throwback episode,Nachi Gordon sits down with Rivka Shotkin, a 16 year old from Passaic and the youngest guest in Meaningful People history. On January 31, 2021, a family ski trip in Tannersville ended when Rivka missed a turn on her ... more

Nachi Gordon hosts a live panel on sexual abuse in the frum community, recorded at an event presented by Ray of Hope and Amudim right before Rosh Hashanah. He's joined by Amudim founder Zvi Gluck, Amudim's Director of Education Avi Landa, Amudim Clin... more

This week, Nachi Gordon sits down with Charlie Harari for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually means to love someone, honor your parents, and do teshuva. Charlie unpacks how modern therapy culture has replaced the role of a rebbe for a ... more

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As we mark 25 years since September 11, we're revisiting Ari Schonbrun's extraordinary story of survival. Ari worked for Cantor Fitzgerald on the 101st floor of the World Trade Center's North Tower. A series of seemingly ordinary delays left him runn... more

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Recent Guests

Rivka Shotkin
Survivor and advocate sharing her life story after a spinal cord injury
Episode: THROWBACK: The Unbelievable Story Of Rivka Shotkin
Zelda Brody
Advocate, Ray of Hope
Ray of Hope
Episode: LIVE PANEL: The Conversation About Abuse We Can't Avoid
Miriam Lankry
Clinical Director, Amudim Community Resources
Amudim
Episode: LIVE PANEL: The Conversation About Abuse We Can't Avoid
Zvi Gluck
Representative of Amudim
Amudim
Episode: LIVE PANEL: The Conversation About Abuse We Can't Avoid
Charlie Harari
Rabbi, entrepreneur, and author featured as a guest
Charlie Harari
Episode: Charlie Harary on Toxic Parents, Estrangement & Teshuva
Ari Schonbrun
Cantor Fitzgerald survivor who was in the World Trade Center on 9/11; subject of the interview
Private individual / survivor
Episode: He Escaped From the 78th Floor on 9/11
Yudi Herzberg
Co-host of Meaningful People; father of Charlotte; advocate for Shalom for Charlotte
Herzberg family / Shalom for Charlotte
Episode: Yudi & Chumi Herzberg: The Story of Charlotte
Chumi Herzberg
Co-host of Meaningful People; mother of Charlotte; organizer of Shalom for Charlotte initiatives
Herzberg family / Shalom for Charlotte
Episode: Yudi & Chumi Herzberg: The Story of Charlotte
Yossi Hoch
Philanthropist and longtime Shuvu participant; involved in Klavi Serol/philanthropy
Shuvu; Klavi Serol
Episode: Inside the Billion-Dollar World of Jewish Charity | Yossi Hoch & Simcha Shain

Hosts

Nachi Gordon
Host of Meaningful People
Momo
Co-host of Meaningful People Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings
  • Love the old version

    Wish they would go back to regular interviews with interesting/inspiring people. I hate the “let’s make everything a crisis” new tone the podcast turned into. You’re not saving the universe by bringing more “awareness” (read: negativity and fear-mongering).

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Swimming Instructor
    United States3 months ago
  • Best Jewish podcast

    I live with this podcast. Wherever I’m going, I’m listening to a new episode! Really amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dabsacd
    United States5 months ago
  • Meaningful minute

    Am yisrael chai thank you so much for the podcast I bring up your pod in every single class keep

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bnp💐🌺
    United States5 months ago
  • Great

    Emotional and absolutely awesome. Great way for us to feel our brothers and sisters differing and to help them push through it. Especially in these tough times.

    Forever and Ever,

    ‏עם ישראל חי!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yehoshua_Chai
    United States7 months ago
  • Closer to G-d

    I just heard this wonderful podcast for the first time, as recommended to me by a Military Chaplain who has an interest in helping B’nei Noach. I am grateful for this holy work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muk Man
    United States7 months ago

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The show offers meaningful human stories that uplift; guests are praised for authenticity and impact.
Listener feedback highlights the show's warmth and community focus, though a few critique the pacing or interviewer style.
Some listeners miss earlier interview styles and prefer more in-depth conversations with diverse guests.

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THROWBACK: The Unbelievable Story Of Rivka Shotkin
Q: What are some of your dreams or plans for the future?
Rivka envisions a future including family, a career in the medical field, and possibly becoming a surgeon, while acknowledging practical limits and evaluating what is realistically achievable.
THROWBACK: The Unbelievable Story Of Rivka Shotkin
Q: Tell us something if you can that you're passionate about that has absolutely nothing to do with the accident.
Rivka reveals a growing interest in poetry, describing a recent and enduring fascination with poems and a preference for poetry that challenges traditional rhymes.
He Escaped From the 78th Floor on 9/11
Q: How did your perspective on life change after surviving 9/11?
I realized the futility of chasing material wealth and began prioritizing family, presence, and helping others, which led me to speak publicly and mentor people through my experiences.
He Escaped From the 78th Floor on 9/11
Q: What was going through your mind when you reached the stairwell after the elevator explosion?
My priority was to keep Virginia alive and move us down safely, keeping her spirits up, while not panicking and looking for any path to exit the building.
R' Benjamin Goldschmidt: The Crazy Story Behind a $35 Million Shul
Q: What happened after you were fired from Park East, and how did that moment influence your next steps with Altneu?
The firing was a pivotal, public moment that forced him to rethink leadership and eventually launch Altneu with his wife, turning personal setback into a new venture.

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A thoughtful interview show centered on high-profile and emerging Jewish voices, pairing personal journeys with broader cultural and communal insights. Conversations span faith, identity, health, music, leadership, trauma, and social impact, often weaving practical takeaways with nuanced discussions about Judaism, diaspora life, and community building. notable aspects include long-form storytelling, high-profile guests, and sponsorship-driven resources that connect listeners to community services, education, and cultural initiatives. This mix makes the show a strong fit for listeners seeking meaningful human-interest stories from the Jewish world and for potential sponsors aiming to reach engaged, values-driven audiences.

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Meaningful People launched 7 years ago and published 326 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Meaningful People include:

1. Rivka Shotkin
2. Zelda Brody
3. Miriam Lankry
4. Zvi Gluck
5. Charlie Harari
6. Ari Schonbrun
7. Yudi Herzberg
8. Chumi Herzberg

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