Xplosive Entertainment

Mastering Mitzvahs

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This is a podcast intended both for families planning bar/bat mitzvahs as well as an outlet for mitzvah industry professionals to speak about trends, topics, and the overall state of the bar/bat mitzvah industry.

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Xplosive Entertainment

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Business

Latest episode

May 27, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 70: Outdoor events with COVID considerations 15.07.2020

In this Episode, Jaymie sat in for Jordan and joined Mike and Dylan to discuss the considerations of outdoor events.  The topic provided many tips and suggestions regarding outdoor events not limited to just at the house, but also suggesting outdoor venues capable of hosting incredible celebrations for your families.  For more info visit:  www. XEevents.com

Episode 69: Summer time planning & COVID considerations 09.07.2020

In this episode, Jordan and Mike provide listeners with a few ideas and suggestions of things to do during the summer to prepare for an upcoming celebration. We took in consideration events with COVID considerations and non-COVID considerations. For more info contact:  www. XEevents.com

Episode 68: Jordan and Mike are back with an open format convo about current events in the event world 01.07.2020

With little script or plan, this episode is an "all-over-the-place" conversation about all things current going on in the event world.  This episode is dedicated to our partner Dylan who was absent from today's broadcast as his wife delivered their first baby girl this afternoon! For more info visit:  www. XEevents.com

Episode 67: Jordan and Mike are back and discussing branding trends and ideas in the "new normal" world we live in 24.06.2020

This was a fun and uplifting episode of Mastering Mitzvahs where Jordan and Mike discussed some fun tips and ideas to help brand and theme your son or daughter's big day (especially during the "new normal" of Covid times).

Episode 66: The “Zoom” Mitzvah Ceremony 17.06.2020

Jordan and Dylan discuss the good, bad, and ugly when it comes to hosting your mitzvah ceremony online. Learn some creative ways to bring to life a fun, engaging, and memorable virtual ceremony or service! For more info: www. XEevents.com

Episode 65: Outdoor Events 10.06.2020

In this episode, Mike, Dylan and Jordan discuss outdoor events.   There are plenty of challenges to outdoor events, but equally they can be rewarding, fun and memorable.  Based on the current COVID regulations, outdoor events seem to be a great alternative to traditional venue settings for those looking to celebrate sooner than later.   Referenced in this podcast was a party ca...

Episode 64: Mike and Dylan on a rainy day talking about emergencies and back ups 03.06.2020

When better to talk about about rainy day plans than on a rainy day?  In this episode, Dylan and Mike discussed things that can go wrong, how professionals handle these situations and what a family can do to be ahead of any unseen circumstance. For more details or to suggest a podcast topic feel free to message us at info@xeeevents.com www. XEevents.com

Episode 63: with Guest Brynne Magaziner from Pop Color Events 27.05.2020

We were honored to have Brynne Magaziner, an experienced event planner from the Washington DC area on today as a guest.  Our conversation revolved around current trends, tips/suggestions for those planning, and just through some natural conversation, we came up with some fun solutions for families planning during COVID times.   For more info about Brynne, visit:   https://popcolorev...

Episode 62: With The Mitzvah Queen of Baltimore, Heidi Hiller 20.05.2020

In this episode, we interviewed Heidi Hiller, of Innovative Party Planners from the Baltimore area.  Heidi is also a co-founder of Mitzvah Pros, a website and resource intended for mitzvah professionals, but now also providing helpful info for parents planning bar and bat mitzvahs.   We dove deep in the realm of virtual events, how to make them fun and memorial, as well as some of the th...

Episode 61: Things we miss about parties during this quarentine 13.05.2020

In this episode Jordan, Dylan and Mike discuss what they miss most about events (after 8 weeks of quarantine).    For more info and/or to make suggestions on topics to discuss on this cast, hit us up...  www. XEevents.com

Episode 60: Inspiration and Important Tips from the Mitzvah List creator, Beth Desmon 06.05.2020

We were honored to have the owner/creator of "The Mitzvah List"    https://www.mitzvahlist.com/  as a guest on today's show.  Beth provided our listeners with tips and suggestions on theme and trends.  We spoke a bit about COVID concerns.  And most importantly, we gained a great understanding of the value of adding event dates to her website, the mitzvahlist.com to av...

Episode 59: Virtual Reality... how virtual events and options play a reality in today's events 29.04.2020

Xplosive Entertainment’s very own Dylan Weisman and Jordan Marshall chop it up on the topic of virtual casting and how this will not only play a part in society today but how it will be a tremendous resource for the event industry going forward. For more info:  www. XEevents.com

Episode 58: A collection of topics as well as tips on maximizing your time during the Covhid-19 quarentine 22.04.2020

In this episode, Jordan, Mike and Dylan share some recent experiences, some predictions and provide tips for families who are home during this pandemic.  There are certainly plenty of things that families can be doing during these times to better prepare for their upcoming celebrations. For more info:  www. XEevents.com

Episode 57: Spreading the love during the mitzvah process with Big Daddy 15.04.2020

An interview with industry legend, Sean "Big Daddy" McKee who's tag line is to SMILE AS LOUD AS YOU CAN.  Sean is an inspiration and an incredible performer.  Dylan and Jordan had the pleasure of sharing the spot light with Big Daddy on this podcast.  For more info: www. XEevents.com

Episode 56: Our virtual showcase announcement & using steaming at events 08.04.2020

As result of the COHVID-19 pandemic, we at Xplosive Entertainment have been learning how to use professional level streaming software. In this episode of Mastering Mitzvahs, we discuss how this technology can be used at events.  We also used this episode to announce our virtual mitzvah "showcast" which will be an online and fully interactive bar/bat mitzvah showcase taking place on facebook l...

Episode 55: Interview with Planner Amy Rubel 01.04.2020

In this video episode of Mastering Mitzvahs, we spoke with a great friend (who happens to be a past client), Amy Rubel from Rubel event management.    Amy is an accomplished event planner with an extensive background in bar/bat mitzvahs.  This episode is fun, enlightening, and provides great tips on when to hire a planner.  It also helps identify the difference of a planne...

Episode 54: Handling postponements. How, when, when and a creative approach. 25.03.2020

Still buried in the COHVID-19 crisis, we wanted to provide some tips and ideas for our listeners on how they can most effectively navigate the questions of how and when to consider rescheduling.   For more info or to reference the tips provided in this cast please visit:  MITZVAH MARKET NJ RESOURCE: https://www.mitzvahmarket.com/mitzvah-ideas/other-ideas/this-is-how-to-reschedule-your-ne...

Episode 53: The Art of the WOW factor 20.03.2020

Recorded live with video on Facebook during the COVHID-19 pandemic, Jordan, Mike and Dylan opted to bring some positivity and inspiration to the mitzvah community.   In this cast we spoke about various suggestions for WOW factors as well as how to accomplish a variety of wow factors. Thanks for tuning in.  For more info:   contact www. XEevents.com

Episode 52: The Corona Virus, concerns, precautions and how we are handling this scare. 11.03.2020

Well... based on the hottest topic in today's world, we felt the need to chime in on our thoughts, approach and considerations in regards to the Corona scare.  

Episode 51: An interview with Andrea Hecht 06.03.2020

An interview with a planner, a mom and a fan of our podcast!  Some really great

Episode 50: Top "regrets" or "wishes" that families speak about following events 26.02.2020

In this episode, Mike and Dylan discuss the top items that they hear from families who have have planned mitzvahs.   Specifically, this discussion is based on the top items they wish they did differently.  

Episode 49: Factors for Selecting The Right Venue 19.02.2020

Ok... this was an in-depth conversation!   There are so many different factors involved in finding and selecting the right venue.  This podcast features Jordan and Mike chatting it up about the factors to consider when selecting the proper venue for your son or daughter's bar/bat mitzvah. 

Episode 48: 4 hours or 5 hours? What's right for your mitzvah? 14.02.2020

In this episode, Jordan and Mike discuss the topic of "how long should the party be?" Some areas are well known for 4 hour parties. Other regions typically have 5 hour parties.  In this podcast, Mike and Jordan chat about the difference of 4 vs 5 hours, when to lean one direction or the other. Plenty of great content within this cast.  Tune in and enjoy!

Episode 47: A recap of the Super Sunday Showcase 05.02.2020

Jordan and Mike from Xplosive Entertainment chat about the recent Super Sunday party showcase.  

Episode 46: Favors, Give-aways, party props... 31.01.2020

Hats, Tees, Glow Items, Blinky Items, Sun Glasses, Hats... It's mitzvah swag.  Is there a method, a plan, a reasonable quantity?  In this podcast, Jordan and Mike chat it up about give-aways.  We hope you enjoy!

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