Jewish Philanthropy Podcast

Topic: It's Still Rock n Roll to Me!   Guest: David Fishof   Bio:   Whether he's producing a tour, assembling an All-Starr band with Ringo Starr, or writing a best-selling book, there's one thing David Fishof is always doing: dreaming. Hailed as one of the most creative and innovative entertainment producers in the world, Fishof has been responsible for some of the most original, successful, and e...

Topic: The Art of Philanthropy   Guest: Shawna Goodman-Sone   Bio:   Shawna Goodman-Sone obtained a BA in Art History from McGill University and was awarded the McGill Scarlet Key for outstanding leadership and positive impact. She graduated from the Natural Gourmet Cooking School and the Institute of Culinary Education, both in New York City. Upon graduation, she has given classes, catered and co...

Topic: An Unstoppable Drive   Guest: Adam Neuman    Bio:   Adam Neuman serves the Big Ten Conference as Chief of Staff, Strategy and Operations & Deputy General Counsel as a member of the conference's Senior Leadership Team. Neuman serves as a strategic aide to both the Big Ten Council of Presidents and Chancellors (COP/C) and the Big Ten Conference Commissioner in creating a movement of leadershi...

Topic: Lessons from a CEO   Guest: Bruce Schanzer   Bio:   Bruce Schanzer is Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Erez Asset Management, LLC, a fund manager focused on real estate investment opportunities in both public and private capital markets. Prior to forming Erez in August 2022, Mr. Schanzer was President, CEO and a director of Cedar Realty Trust (NYSE: CDR), a real estate investment tr...

Topic: What is a Chief Heart Officer?   Guest: Claude Silver   Claude Silver's life's purpose is to be of joyful service and unlock emotional optimism in all. Cultivating Emotional Optimism is the most effective tool in revealing the greatness that resides within people. The key lies in the  heart. Claude is the first-ever Chief Heart Officer. She takes her calling seriously and it has led her dow...

Bonus Episode: Commemorating the 6th Yahrzeit of  Hagaon HaRav Moshe Shapiro zt'l   Guest:    Rabbi Yechezkel Hartman     Rabbi Hartman has been delivering Shiurim and lectures on a variety of Torah Topics for the past 15 years. He studied in Yeshivas Chevron in Yerushalayim, and was a close Talmid of Rav Moshe Shapira zt'l. Rabbi Hartman's Shiurim include a daily Daf Yomi and Short Machshava on t...

    Topic: The Year in Review/2022 Guest: Rabbi Dovid M. Cohen (solo)   Bio:    Rabbi Cohen is the host of the JPP. He's a fundraiser, someone deeply committed to philanthropy and making a positive game-changing impact on the world.   In this episode we explore:   1. Top 5 Episodes from the 2022 Season 2. Fake it Until You Make-It 3. Persistence v. Annoyance 4. Passion for the Cause 5. Leveraging...

Topic: Thoughtful Philanthropy   Guest: Emily Kane Miller   Bio:    Emily is the founder and CEO of Ethos Giving. Equal parts head and heart, Emily has spent her career working for social change. With deep experience in government, advocacy, nonprofit, corporate, and philanthropic work, Emily has a unique ability to envision and steward philanthropic contributions that maximize benefit and value f...

Topic:  Fundraising Tips from a Master   Guest: Dan Forman   Bio:    Dan Forman is currently Senior Philanthropic Advisor at Yeshiva University and previously served as Vice President for Institutional Advancement from 1995-2016. During his tenure as Vice President, Dan directed two comprehensive campaigns that generated more than $1.6 billion for YU and its Schools. Prior to YU, Dan was Executive...

Topic:  A Big-Hearted Brain Surgeon   Guest: Dr. Howard Weiner   Bio:    Dr. Weiner is Chief of Neurosurgery at Texas Children's Hospital. Dr. Weiner has become one of the country's leading pediatric epilepsy surgeons, attracting patients from across the United States and abroad because of his innovative approach. Over the last 20 years, he has become a recognized national and international leader...

Topic:  Meeting Up   Guest: David Siegel   Bio:    David Siegel is the CEO of Meetup, the largest platform for finding and building local community. He has over 20 years of experience as a technology and digital media executive leading organizations through innovative product development, rapid revenue growth, and digital traffic acceleration. Prior to joining Meetup, David was CEO of Investopedia...

Topic:  A Global Lawyer   Guest: Jeremy Lustman   Bio:    J eremy Lustman helps lead DLA Piper's global Israel country group. Jeremy spends much of his time physically on the ground in Israel, where he has developed a strong international network of Israeli companies, investors, entrepreneurs, bankers, accountants and local lawyers. He currently coordinates and helps lead DLA Piper's development e...

Topic: Kindness on Every Level   Guest: Adele Goldberg   Bio:    Adele  is the executive director of  Friends of Yad Sarah , the U.S.-based support organization for Yad Sarah, the largest volunteer-staffed organization in Israel.   Yad Sarah provides a vital array of compassionate health and home care services for people of all ages. Its programs and services are dynamic and multi-faceted, from le...

Topic: Leveraging Impact   Guest: Na'ama Ore   Bio:    Na'ama Ore, is the CEO of SparkIL.    SparkIL is a new first-of-its-kind peer-to-peer lending platform where individuals can give interest-free loans to small businesses in Israel (see press release attached). As such, it's poised to change the face of the way small-gift donors contribute philanthropically in the Jewish world.   These small in...

Topic: Together Again: Reimagining the Relationships that Anchor Our Lives (Mosaica Press 2022) Guests: Rabbi Dovid M. Cohen in conversation with Greg Zuckerman of the WSJ on the launch of Rabbi Cohen's new book on relationships.   Bio:    Gregory Zuckerman ( www.gregoryzuckerman.com ) is a Special Writer at  The Wall Street Journal , a 20-year veteran of the paper and a three-time winner of the G...

Topic: Transformative Leadership Guest: Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman   Bio:    Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman began his tenure as Yeshiva University's fifth president in June 2017. Under his visionary leadership, Dr. Berman has laid the foundation for the next great era of Yeshiva University. Through a bold academic plan, he has articulated a new business model with investments in key areas such as science and tech...

Topic: Power with Heart: A Modern Hero Guest:  Maj General Doron Almog   Bio:   Doron is the new Chairman-elect of the Jewish Agency.   A decorated soldier and international inclusion icon, Major General (Res.) Doron Almog battled the status quo for years to secure the best possible care for his son, Eran, who was born with severe autism and developmental delays.  Though Eran lost his battle with...

Topic: Passion with Vision Guest:  Bruce Pearl   Bio:   Bruce Pearl is an American  college basketball  coach, and the head coach of the  Auburn Tigers men's basketball  program. He previously served as the head coach at  Tennessee ,  Milwaukee , and  Southern Indiana . Pearl led Southern Indiana to a  Division II national championship  in 1995 and was named Division II Coach of the Year by the  N...

Topic: Religion, Unity & Change Guest: Steve Sarowitz   Bio:    Steve Sarowitz is Founder and Chairman of Paylocity (Nasdaq: PCTY), a leading U.S. provider of payroll and HR solutions. In addition, Steve also serves as Director of Payescape, a UK payroll provide, and partner in Wayfarer Entertainment. He is also an international philanthropist with an interest in promoting unity by and promoting u...

Topic: Changing the Landscape of Women in Orthodoxy Guest: Ann Pava Ann Pava, President of Micah Philanthropies, is an activist, philanthropist, and thought leader. A natural community builder, Ann strives to embody the core Jewish values that animate her work, as expressed by the prophet Micah - "Only to do justice, to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God." As a philanthropist, Ann take...

Topic: 'Vienna Waits for You' Guest: Rabbi Josh Blass  Rabbi Blass is a Mashgiach Ruchani at RIETS at Yeshiva University, where he has been serving for the last 17 years. He also recently completed serving 15 years as rabbi of Kehillas Beis Yehuda in Monsey, NY.  Rabbi Blass received his semikha from RIETS and a Masters in Jewish Philosophy from the Bernard Revel Graduate School for Jewish Studies...

Topic: Wearing His Heart on His Sleeve Guest: Eli  Verschleiser   Bio:    Chairman at The Verschleiser Family Foundation, OurPlace, & Magenu.org   When one realizes that we only live once, & do not take our cash along, they then obtain the ability to make a real difference. Eli's world is dedicated to Philanthropy, Fighting for the Underdog, & helping others get another chance. (A bit of Real Esta...

  Topic: Conspiracy U Guest: Scott Shay   Bio:    Scott A. Shay is a leading businessman, thought leader, and author of several widely read books on profound issues facing the Jewish community. Scott is the co-founder and Chairman of Signature Bank, well known as one of the best banks in New York for private business owners. Scott earned a BA in Economics and a Masters in Management from Northwest...

    Topi c: Ris k & Re ward Guest: Ezra S. L e vine   Bio:    Ezra is CEO of Collectable, the #1 fractional investment platform for sports. He is a former Portfolio Manager at Hilltop Park, a NYC-based hedge fund in the Sports, Media, Consumer and Entertainment industries. He was also CFO & CSO of The Spring League. He has an MBA from NYU Stern. Levine has been featured by BusinessInsider, Barstoo...

  Topic: From Disney to a Torah Life Guest:  Saul Blinkoff   Bio:    Saul began his career as an animator for the WALT DISNEY STUDIOS working on the hit films Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mulan, & Tarzan. He made his directorial debut with the hip action-adventure series Spy Groove  for MTV . Shortly thereafter, he re-joined DISNEY , directing the films Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with...