The Jewish Link Pitch Meeting

Moshe and Elizabeth welcomed Sheina Gutnick, daughter of Bondi Beach terror attack hero Reuven Morrison, for a powerful conversation about her father’s courage, Jewish pride and the legacy he left behind. Sheina shares the story of her father’s final act of bravery, why she chose to carry his story forward and her ongoing work fighting antisemitism while inspiring others to stand proudly as Jews.

Moshe welcomed Elan Kornblum, founder of Great Kosher Restaurants Magazine and one of the most influential voices in kosher dining. From restaurant openings and food trends to kosher travel around the world, Kornblum has spent more than two decades documenting the ever-changing kosher food scene. He shares the story behind building one of the largest kosher food communities in the world and what h...

Moshe welcomed Ari Moses, the owner of Urban Air in Hackensack, to discuss the growth of one of the region's most popular family attractions. Ari shares how he went from running a successful mortgage business to becoming one of Urban Air's earliest franchisees, opening the South Hackensack location in 2017 and expanding to multiple parks across New Jersey and Brooklyn. Along the way, he discusses...

Moshe Kinderlehrer welcomes Yoni Gelfand, known musically as GELF, for a conversation about music and identity. Gelfand reflects on his early influences, his time in a cappella groups and how COVID pushed him to begin creating and releasing original music. He also discusses songs like “Shivti” and “Am Echad” and how his perspective as an artist shifted after Oct. 7.

Moshe Kinderlehrer and Elizabeth Kratz welcome Dr. Lisa Wisotsky, Englewood City Councilwoman for the Second Ward, to discuss her re-election campaign ahead of the June 2 primary and the projects shaping the future of Englewood. Wisotsky shared how her background in public health, community activism and nonprofit leadership helped drive initiatives including park renovations, stormwater management...

Moshe Kinderlehrer and Elizabeth Kratz welcomed Fleur Hassan-Nahoum for a conversation about Campus Israel and her mission to help Jewish students study in Israel amid rising antisemitism on college campuses. Hassan-Nahoum, former deputy mayor of Jerusalem, reflected on her career in public service and diplomacy, including representing Jerusalem globally. She explained how Campus Israel is streaml...

Moshe Kinderlehrer welcomes Abbie Sophia to share her unexpected journey from social work to photography and how a chance discovery—a camera found in a cab—set her on a new path. She reflects on building her career through trust, community and the meaningful moments she captures. Abbie also opens up about her journey with infertility and how it shaped her perspective and work. A conversation about...

Moshe Kinderlehrer and Elizabeth Kratz welcome Ofir Akunis for his second appearance on the Pitch Meeting Podcast, where Israel’s consul general in New York discusses Iran, Hezbollah, Gaza and Israel’s role in regional security. Akunis shares his perspective on ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and international diplomacy. He also discusses Israel’s public diplomacy efforts and outreach in the...

Moshe Kinderlehrer welcomes David Birk and Paul Hilbert, partners of Network Doctor, to the Pitch Meeting podcast. They discuss their decades-long partnership, the evolution of their IT company and how they help businesses and nonprofits stay secure in a rapidly changing digital world. From cybersecurity and ransomware prevention to AI and innovative IT solutions, Birk and Hilbert share insights o...

Moshe Kinderlehrer welcomes Adam Steinberg, owner of Zadies Bake Shop, to discuss the bakery’s grand reopening after a devastating fire last summer. Steinberg shares that dramatic night and the challenges of rebuilding. What’s next for Zadies? New products, expanded fan favorites and a fresh vision for the future.

Moshe Kinderlehrer and Elizabeth Kratz welcome Meredith Dragon, the new CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest New Jersey, to discuss her vision for strengthening Jewish life in the region. Dragon shares insights on deepening connections with Israel, supporting young families and shaping the federation’s strategic future. Upcoming events by the federation include Community Mitzvah Day o...

Moshe welcomes IDF Lieutenant Colonel and Netzach Yehuda CEO Yossi Levy, alongside Henry Orlinsky, longtime Teaneck resident and significant contributor to the Teaneck Jewish community. Levy and Orlinsky explain their personal experiences with Netzach Yehuda, a program for Chareidi individuals who want to serve in the Israeli army, as well as the history of Chareidi army service since Israel's est...

Moshe welcomes Esther and Rivka Herzfeld, members of a family profoundly impacted by Juvenile-Onset ALS, to share their story and discuss their upcoming Life Rewritten campaign. They open up about the realities of this rare genetic neuromuscular disease, which affects Esther’s husband, Arthur, as well as all four of their children. Hear the Herzfelds describe the emotional, social, and financial c...

Moshe and Elizabeth welcome Michael Levin, acclaimed author and sought-after ghostwriter, for a conversation about his extraordinary career. Levin shares how he’s crafted countless books across genres, the discipline and creativity behind his lightning-fast writing process, and what it truly takes to help others tell their stories with clarity and impact.

Moshe welcomes Yosef Gillers, founder of GrowTorah, an organization bringing environmental education to life through a Torah lens. Yosef shares how GrowTorah helps students connect with the land, sustainability, and Jewish values in a meaningful, hands-on way, transforming classrooms and school gardens across the Tri-State area and beyond.

Moshe welcomes Hillel Kornwasser, a local teen activist making waves in Gen-Z Israel and Jewish advocacy. Hillel shares how he entered the world of activism as a 14-year-old filmmaker from Teaneck in the wake of October 7, the experiences that shaped his perspective, and how his voice has grown over the past two years. Together, they discuss the power of youth advocacy, storytelling, and what it m...

Moshe and Elizabeth welcome Elana Silber, CEO of Sharsheret, to discuss the organization’s work supporting Jewish women and families facing breast and ovarian cancer. Elana shares the story of Sharsheret’s late founder Rochelle Shoretz and how the group has grown from a grassroots effort in Teaneck to an international network of care. They also explore genetic risk in the Jewish community, the rol...

Moshe welcomes Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Sinensky for a behind-the-scenes look at the Lamm Legacy Library, a groundbreaking digital archive preserving the writings, divrei Torah and correspondence of Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm, the late chancellor of Yeshiva University. Launched on Sept. 14, the archive includes Rabbi Lamm’s books, over 5,500 documents, 60+ audio shiurim, videos and an interactive biography with...

Could delaying a smartphone be the best gift you give your child this year? Moshe and Elizabeth welcome Rabbi Daniel Alter, the head of school at The Moriah School in Englewood, to discuss how smartphones and social media are reshaping childhood. Together they explore a community-driven “playbook” for parents to unite, delay phone use and reclaim a healthier culture for kids.

What happens when history is silenced, but literature keeps memory alive? Moshe and Elizabeth welcome Shay Pilnik, director of Yeshiva University’s Fish Center, to discuss his new book The Ravine of Memory. Together they explore the tragedy of Babyn Yar, Soviet suppression of memory, the role of literature in preserving Holocaust memory and the enduring lessons of Holocaust education.

Moshe and Elizabeth welcome Jason Shames, the CEO of JFNNJ, to discuss his extensive leadership in Jewish advocacy and the ongoing fight to pass New Jersey’s IHRA bill. Hear about the challenges, the coalition-building efforts and why unity is more important than ever in protecting the Jewish community. Don’t miss Jason’s insights on how grassroots activism is shaping the future.

Moshe welcomes Rivki Rosenthal and Aviva Breda, the founders of the Teaneck Gown Gemach, Something Borrowed, for a deep dive into their inspiring journey. Hear how a chesed mission to Chicago sparked a local initiative that now provides over 1,500 elegant gowns to the community with dignity and affordability. They discuss the gemach's impact, operations and dream of expanding into a full “warehous...

Moshe welcomes Reva Judas, founder of NechamaComfort, where she shares the heartbreaking story that led her to create a global support network for families facing pregnancy and infant loss. From the loss of her newborn son to years of personal grief, Reva transformed her pain into a mission that offers comfort and healing across the Jewish community and beyond.

Moshe welcomes a special guest, his youngest (and tallest) son, Eyal, for this Father’s Day special episode. They discuss the changes in yeshiva education from when Moshe was in school to today, Eyal's time on the court and what it’s like growing up with a brother who has special needs. It’s a heartfelt conversation about milestones, family dynamics and the deep bond between a father and son.

Moshe welcomes Rabbi Chaim Strauchler and Rabbi David Fine for a powerful conversation on the growing divide between American and Israeli Jewry. They explore how cultural and communal differences have developed and what real steps are being taken to bridge the gap. From rabbinic exchange programs to post-Oct. 7 spiritual support for IDF soldiers, this episode dives deep into the changing role of r...