BrainStorm with Sony Perlman

Send us Fan Mail Meir Kay is a breathwork facilitator, Co-founder of Ahdama and creator of the Kids Show “Mak and Friendz”  He’s on a mission to connect people back to their hearts through creative mediums such as his viral videos, men’s retreats and breathwork workshops. He’s the children’s book author of “ A Kid’s Book About Optimism” which made it on Oprah’s Favorite List. Meir's life has...

Send us Fan Mail Zach Adler could be considered a world famous podcaster if the world only consisted of orthodox, and formerly orthodox jews.  He resides in brooklyn if you couldn’t tell from his earrings and general appearance and demeanor. He is single and looking for the first of his 3 divorces. On top of this he is 6’4” and can dance very well. For more Brainstorm go to... Spotify: https://ope...

Send us Fan Mail Neil Zelman, the compassionate CEO of Polaris Healthcare, is a master of balance, seamlessly blending his professional prowess with a heart dedicated to service. Proudly holding a master's in public health administration, Neil's journey began as part of a family of entrepreneurs, where he honed his values managing the kitchen in a Catskill Resort.  His commitment to holi...

Send us Fan Mail Raised in Peabody, Massachusetts, Mendy, at just 22 years old, has already experienced the depths of hopelessness and suffering that comes with alcohol addiction. With raw honesty, he shares the turning point that ignited his desire for change and led him on a path to recovery. Mendy went from being a client at Our Village Sober Community to currently being employed there. He is t...

Send us Fan Mail Rabbi Harry Rozenberg is the founder of Partners in Israel and is a direct descendant of one of the greatest Jewish sages of the last 2000 years. (The Vilna Gaon) As a teenager, Harry had a vivid vision about returning to Israel and owning a piece of the Holy Land. Harry's journey was met with numerous mystical miracles including partnerships with tribal leaders from Afghanis...

Send us Fan Mail Rabbi Mordechai Becher, originally from Australia, is an instructor at Yeshiva University and alumni Rabbi of Neve Yerushalayim College. He received his ordination from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel and the Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem and holds an MA in Medieval Jewish History from the Bernard Revel Graduate School. He taught at Ohr Somayach and Neve Yerushalayim in Jerusalem and ser...

Send us Fan Mail Sony sits down with Eli Erenthal a colleague and friend who has been in the trenches helping young adults struggling with addiction and other mental health issues. Eli is one of the founders of the Minyan Shelanu Drop-in Center in Lakewood NJ and is currently the Director of Operations at Our Village Sober Living home in Pomona NY.  For more Brainstorm go to... Spotify: https://op...

Send us Fan Mail  Meet Shmaya Honickman is the Program Coordinator of The Living Room as well as The Rockland County Area Leader. He has been working in the field of addiction for the last 8 years and got his start working with Sony at the very first Sober Living Facility he started, Arena. For more Brainstorm go to... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764e...

Send us Fan Mail   Meet Yossi Bensoussan, a compassionate and knowledgeable guide on the journey of recovery and renewal. With decades of experience as a spiritual leader and Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), Yossi has dedicated his life to helping individuals find their path to healing and sobriety. Yossi currently serves as the Mashgiach Ruchani at the Yeshiva High School...

Send us Fan Mail Israel is under attack and has declared war on Hamas. I am having a conversation with my sister Avigail Gimpel, who lives in Israel and has both her son and son in law fighting in the front lines. The main purpose of this conversation is to find out what's going on, and how we can help. For more Brainstorm go to... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuz... Apple Podca...

Send us Fan Mail Rabbi Nechemia & Raizel Schusterman are Chabad Shluchim in Peabody, Massachusetts, where they serve the local Jewish community. In addition to their work as a Shluchim, they are proud parents of seven children Ka”h and takes great joy in raising their family.  Beyond their role as parents and shluchim, they have other passions that bring light and hope to this world. Raizel is...

Send us Fan Mail David has spent over a decade working in the healthcare field. He majored in business and marketing at Hofstra University and completed his course studies at Touro College. Following his college career, David became a representative for restaurant owners, transforming franchises into successful leaders in the industry. He then decided to transition into Healthcare as Chief Adminis...

Send us Fan Mail The following episode was performed in front of a live audience at the Our Place annual staff conference. Sony and Menachem discuss various topics and they also invite staff members to join them for short interviews. Menachem Poznanski is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in substance abuse prevention, addiction treatment, and recovery support. Menachem is Director of...

Send us Fan Mail This week Sony sits down with Alex Czertok Alex Czertok started The Monsey Lighthouse along with his wife Bayla. The Lighthouse is a safe non judgemental space for over 70 girls from the wide Monsey area aged 15-23 years old. Alex works in the real estate field but has been engaged for over 20 years in outreach and inreach program for teens and young adults. The Lighthouse is the...

Send us Fan Mail Rabbi Dov Oliver, a native of Melbourne, Australia, assumed leadership of Hillel of Rockland in 2007. Thanks to his quirky sense of humor and caring approach, Rabbi Oliver is sought after by students of all affiliations for counseling, advice and friendship. As one of Birthright Israel’s most popular chaperones, he has led 26 trips. Rabbi Oliver studied for the rabbinate in Montre...

Send us Fan Mail Avigail Gimpel, M.S., is a special educator, a family practitioner, and a mom of six children diagnosed with ADHD. As her students struggled with ADHD symptoms and her own children were diagnosed with ADHD, she took a deep dive into the research (turning up unexpected results), studied and applied the best programs available, and developed many interventions of her own. Avigail is...

Send us Fan Mail Tali Yess is a new sensation, bursting onto the national stage of Jewish music to the great acclaim of music critics and audiences alike. His repertoire consists mostly of profound Jewish morals sung in English which is what makes his performances unique. In a rich soulful voice he captures the hearts of the audience taking them on a journey to a special place or time in the Jewis...

Send us Fan Mail Yosef Davis is the Executive Director of TorahAnytime, the world's largest yeshiva without walls. He is a trained IDF combat soldier, financial services professional and has a culinary degree that he uses to make really good chulent. He loves living his best life and inspiring others to maximize their potential. Contact him at Yosef@torahanytime.com For more episodes check us...

Send us Fan Mail Pinny Brecher LCSW CASAC is the executive clinical director and Co-founder of Daas Wellness Center a mental health facility in Monsey NY. Supervising over 30 therapists, Daas provides individual psycotherapy, school services, medication management, and group therapy. Mr Brecher earned his MSW in Long island University, he then worked in a child and family clinic in the Bronx where...

Send us Fan Mail Menachem Poznanski is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the field of substance abuse prevention, addictions treatment, and recovery support. Menachem is Director of The Living Room (TLR), a clubhouse program for Jewish young adults in recovery from addiction with branches in Brooklyn, Monsey and The Five Towns as well as Hollywood, Fl. Menachem is Editor-in-chief o...

Send us Fan Mail AJ Jacobowitz is the current clinical director ourplace teens, AJ is new to the social work community, having graduated recently. AJ grew up in Brooklyn and  attended Orthodox yeshivos in Flatbush and Jerusalem. AJ graduated from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and is very passionate about his work with adolescents. For more episodes check us out on.... Spotify https://open.s...

Send us Fan Mail Please consider donating generously to the Nevonim campaign  https://www.dryveup.com/nevonim?utm_source=Sony&utm_medium=Sony Renowned for his kindness and authenticity, Rabbi Babad has always harbored a passion for supporting and encouraging those who need it most. A life coach and CASAC-T, Rabbi Babad opened his first drop-in center 22 years ago in Brooklyn serving Chassidic...

Send us Fan Mail JJ Rieder, LCSW graduated from Wurzweiler School of Social Work in 2006 and then completed his post-graduate training at The Ackerman Institute for the Family. JJ spent the early part of his social work career helping children and families through Ohel, JBFCS, Shalom Task Force, and other community mental health organizations in New York. He  is currently in private practice in Ho...

Send us Fan Mail Akiva Perlman, PhD., is an international speaker on topics of abuse, addiction, and trauma. He has educated several hundred frum social workers from our community and is currently serving as a professor at Wurzweiler School of Social work. Dr. Perlman is clinical director of ODA’s Wellness Institute, a clinic which serves the chasideshe community in Williamsburg. He maintains a sm...

Send us Fan Mail Just a heads up, if you listen to this podcast for discussion around mental health and addiction then this episode may not be for you :). Me and my brother Shim just sat down and had a great time talking about all sorts of fun stuff.  I hope you enjoy! Shim Perlman, LMSW, is a licensed social worker who joined the Boys Our Place clinical team during the height of the Covid-19 pand...