Pod By Pen

This week on Pod by Pen, I’m joined by Ashley Shurka Eliyahu, known for her hosting and big Shabbat meal prep content that’s been resonating with so many people lately - and once you hear her talk, it’s easy to understand why. We spend this episode on the couch talking about family, togetherness, and what home really means to her. Ashley opens up about her dad, and how much of what she creates tod...

Some women have the traditional roadmap. Dina Stern didn’t. She never graduated high school, has navigated weight loss surgery, postpartum depression, motherhood, and somehow built a thriving business completely on her own terms. This week’s conversation isn’t heavy—it feels like sitting down with a friend who tells the truth. We talk about body image, confidence, building a career without the “ri...

Simi Polonsky and Chaya Gestetner-Chanin built The Frock NYC together as sisters - and even after closing that chapter, they’ve stayed close, both in life and online. In this episode, they open up about what it means to keep sharing the real stuff publicly: loss, addiction, family, and the messy, ongoing work of figuring out who you are when life doesn’t look like you thought it would. This one’s...

This week, I sat down with therapist Rachel Husney, LCSW, for a candid conversation about navigating friendships as adults, dealing with rejection, managing expectations, setting boundaries, and learning not to take everything so personally. Rachel brings her signature blend of honesty, humor, and straight talk as we explore why friendships often feel harder in adulthood, how our past experiences...

This week on Pod By Pen, I’m joined by Adina Kamkhatchi, founder of Adina Eden Jewelry. Most people know the brand. What they don’t know is the story behind it. Before the celebrity placements, major retailers, and multi-million dollar company, Adina was a kid growing up in Brooklyn, NY. What began with a handmade necklace, a few hundred dollars, and a dream eventually grew into one of the most re...

In this episode of Pod by Pen, I sit down with marriage coach Rachaeli Glucksman for a candid conversation about one of the hardest lessons many of us face in relationships: learning to focus on ourselves instead of trying to control the people we love. We discuss respect in marriage, personal responsibility, communication, and the uncomfortable truths that often lead to the biggest breakthroughs....

A quick disclaimer before diving in: these are simply my raw thoughts, personal experiences, and honest musings in real time. I cope with a lot of life through humor and sarcasm, and this episode definitely reflects that. Nothing here is meant to be universal advice - just one woman candidly sharing her perspective and experience. In this solo episode, I’m answering anonymous questions about remar...

Kaitlin Kehler joins me for a candid conversation about conversion to Orthodox Judaism, marriage, motherhood, identity, and building a completely new life from the ground up. Originally from Idaho, Kaitlin shares how her journey slowly evolved from curiosity and connection into fully embracing an Orthodox Jewish lifestyle alongside her husband. We talk honestly about culture shock, internet reacti...

This week on  Pod By Pen , I’m joined by Jen Lax, therapist and founder of Dear Mind, for an honest conversation about anxiety, depression, therapy, trauma, and the realities of mental health today. We talk about the pressure so many women feel to “keep it together,” the stigma around medication, what anxiety can actually look like in daily life, and why asking for help shouldn’t feel shameful. Je...

In this episode, I sit down with Maya Namdar for a conversation that is as real as it is uplifting. After the unimaginable loss of her daughter, Maya shares what grief actually looks like - not just in the moment, but in the everyday life that follows. We talk about navigating pain, holding onto emunah, and what it means to keep living when life feels like it’s been split in two. But this conversa...

Motherhood doesn’t come with a filter… and Tamari Jacobs isn’t pretending it does. In this episode, Tamari, also known “One with the Pump”, shares her real-life experience as a pumping consultant supporting nursing and working moms - while living it herself. We get into the emotional, physical, and mental load of motherhood, the reality of exclusively pumping, and what it looks like to show up eve...

For years, many of us knew Elizabeth Savetsky as a fashion influencer. Polished, stylish, curated. However, over the last few years, her voice has taken on an entirely new role. In this episode, we sit down for a deeply personal conversation about where she comes from, what shaped her, and how she stepped into one of the most powerful advocacy roles we’re seeing today. Having known each other for...

Trigger Warning: Discussion of pregnancy and infant loss. In this episode, I sit down with  Reva Judas , founder of  Nechama Comfort , to talk about the realities of pregnancy and infant loss and the support families truly need. We discuss grief, community, emotional support, and what it looks like to walk alongside someone during their most vulnerable moments. A powerful and necessary conversatio...

In this episode, Frumee Taubenfeld opens up in a way that feels both deeply personal and incredibly relevant. We talk about the pressure of being a Jewish woman in today’s world - online and offline - and how modesty can sometimes shift from a meaningful value into something that feels performative. Frumee opens up about marriage, navigating hard seasons, and the emotional weight that can come wit...

Rechama Jaffa is known online for her humor, honesty, and unfiltered takes on life, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. But before the internet personality era, she built D-Rama, a fashion brand focused on creating stylish clothing for women who often felt overlooked by the industry. In this episode of Pod by Pen, Rechama opens up about what it was really like to run a storefront, build a brand from...

Building a product brand takes vision, creativity, and an incredible amount of persistence. In this episode of Pod by Pen, I sit down with Sarah Shagalow, founder of A. Soliani, a brand known for its beautifully designed shoes and leather goods. Sarah shares the story behind launching A. Soliani, what inspired her to enter the world of footwear and leather design, and the reality of building a pro...

In this episode of Pod By Pen, I sit down with  Dr. Tamar Ohana  for an honest, overdue conversation about pelvic floor therapy and women’s health. So many women experience leaking, pelvic pain, discomfort during intimacy, core weakness, or lingering postpartum issues - and assume it’s just something they have to live with. It’s not. This episode breaks down what pelvic floor therapy actually is,...

In this episode of Pod by Pen, I sit down with Gitty Hecht — former makeup artist, creative, and now rebbetzin — to talk about evolving through life’s unexpected eras. This conversation is honest, layered, and deeply relatable — especially for women who feel like they’ve lived multiple lives already. If you’ve ever wondered who you’re allowed to become next… this one’s for you. Rebbetzin Gitty Hec...

In this episode of Pod by Pen, I’m joined by Rachel and Yenon Saiag from Madison Health for a real, honest conversation about GLP-1 medications, peptides, and men’s health - and why these treatments are so misunderstood. We break down what medicated weight loss actually looks like, who it can help, and why so many people are finally feeling relief after years of struggling. We also talk about men’...

Eliana of @Eishesstyle joins Pod by Pen for a candid conversation about influencer business, growth, pressure, and Jewish girl throwbacks. From building a brand online to navigating authenticity, money, and identity—this episode is real, relatable, and full of heart.  Watch on YouTube |  Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts  Follow along on Instagram: @podbypen For sponsorships, partnerships, or...

In this episode of Pod By Pen, I sit down with Dr. Miriam Pineles—acupuncturist, herbalist, and deeply thoughtful mother—to talk about health through a lens we don’t hear enough about: balance, seasons, and the nervous system. We explore Chinese medicine, the five elements, and how they show up in real life—especially in motherhood, emotional regulation, and the constant push-pull between giving a...

In this episode of Pod by Pen, I’m sitting down with Shani — founder of a globally recognized wig brand, Shani Wigs, and a woman who has mastered manifestation, marketing, and momentum. We discuss what it really takes to build a brand that scales, how Shani attracted her dream clients, and the mindset shifts that changes everything - from business growth to personal confidence. If you’re a founder...

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