613 Books Podcast

Imaginative images, lessons and jokes (!) are some of the ways author and workshop presenter Sari Kopitnikoff celebrates every Jewish moment. And in the episode of “613 Books” podcast, host Heather Dean finds out from Sari how and why she uses humor and wisdom to create her imaginative and thoroughly Jewish content. It will be hard for your family to pick just one from her growing collections of b...

Joining Heather Dean on this special episode of “613 Books” podcast is Chanale Fellig-Harrel, the acclaimed singer, songwriter and popular podcast host of “The Weekly Squeeze with Chanale.” Chanale is on board to talk about the books our children read at home. Chanale discusses her longtime love of reading and the high value she puts on reading books with her own children (despite parental exhaust...

In this episode of the 613 Books Podcast, host Heather Dean interviews NCSY Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum about his new book, "Three Steps Forward," which explores the meaning and significance of the Shemoneh Esrei. Rabbi Tenenbaum shares personal stories to connect the teachings of the prayer to real-life experiences and emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's basic needs in order to deepen...

This encore episode of 613 Books podcast features host Heather Dean’s interview with bestselling author Riva Pomerantz about her book, "Navigating the Newlyweds." Riva talks about the challenges of communication between parents and their newlywed children, as well as the dynamics of in-laws, money, and more. PLUS: Riva tells us about her exciting venture Skill Nosh, the online learning platform th...

In this encore episode of 613 Books podcast, host Heather Dean interviews author and personal organization expert Rebekah Saltzman about her new book, "Organized Jewish Life: The Essential Guide to Planning Jewish Holidays, Events, and Every Day." When you have checklists and other tools that Rebekah provides in this essential guidebook, your Jewish life is much more manageable. Shabbat and Holida...

“613 Books” podcast producer and host Heather Dean is joined by National Jewish Book Award-winner Sherri Mandell whose most recent book, The Kabbalah of Writing, explains how the 10 Sefirot (the channels of divine creative life force) can be used to develop your writing and give you the power to grow as a person and a writer. Sherri also shares her own painful yet poignant writing journey that gre...

In this encore presentation of “613 Books” Podcast, producer and host Heather Dean interviews Naomi Elbinger, co-author of the best-selling novel, Yedidya. Naoimi explains how Yedidya’s journey compares to our own struggles, hope and search for clarity. Plus, author, educator and artist Sari Kopitnikoff tells us what’s on her reading table. Show notes: FEATURED GUEST: Naomi Elbinger, co-author of...

Bestselling Author Tamar Ansh is this week’s special guest on 613 Books Podcast to discuss her new book, "Let's Get Bentching!" Your kids and grandkids will love the stories and inspiration Tamar brings alive on every page of her book, which is in fact relevant for ALL readers. Join host Heather Dean as she finds out what prompted Tamar to write about bentching, and the surprising influence resear...

In this first episode of 613 Books Podcast, Heather Dean interviews author, marriage-minded mentor for singles and the star of the new Netflix series, "Jewish Matchmaking", Aleeza Ben Shalom! Aleeza shares her insights about effective dating, keeping the momentum going, and weighing old-fashioned vs. modern dynamics. Also, author Esther Kurtz, creator of “Emunah for Non-Rebbitzens” podcast and Mis...

This special pilot episode of “613 Books” podcast features host Heather Dean’s interview with Jodi Samuels, the author of the memoir "Chutzpah, Wisdom, and Wine: The Journey of an Unstoppable Woman." Jodi talks about why and how she wrote this book, her unique Jewish journey, and her experiences as a mother of a child with Down syndrome. She shares her struggles to find acceptance in the Jewish co...

Celebrity Chef Jamie Geller - Scrumptious Breakfast That's Easy to Prepare by Heather Dean

Conflict Resolution

Rabbi David Schoonmaker talks about judging others favorably

Rosie Einhorn & Sherry Zimmerman: How Do I Look by Heather Dean

Rabbi David Aaron on How To Get Our Prayers Answered by Heather Dean

Celebrity Chef Jamie Geller on Purim by Heather Dean

Dina Coopersmith’s refreshing approach to speaking with the Creator.

Rabbi Eitiel Goldwicht on How to Find and Sustain True Love by Heather Dean

Rabbi David Schoonmaker on Parenting with Enthusiasm by Heather Dean

Debbie Hirsch on improvising our way through challenges and fears.

Leah Cheirif on Connecting with Ourselves and Our Spouse by Heather Dean

Winter Blues versus Depression: Dr. Jacob Freedman on detecting and treating depression.

Rabbi Berel Wein on Teaching Leadership Skills to Our Children by Heather Dean

Rabbi Dovid Orlofsky on Millennials by Heather Dean

Aleeza Ben Shalom on Men's & Women's Roles on Dates by Heather Dean