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The Power Of introduces another podcast from Unpacked: Unpacking Israeli History. Season 4 just launched, and we're running the first episode here, entitled Ma'alot: 30 Seconds That Devastated A Nation. It was supposed to be a fun field trip. A little celebration in honor of Israel’s 26th birthday. Over a hundred religious high school students, exploring northern Israel and sleeping under the stars. But the three Palestinian terrorists who sneaked in from Lebanon had other plans. This is the story of the Ma’alot massacre. It’s a story of horror and blood. But it’s also a story of hope and resistance. A reminder that every hour of our lives matters.

The Power Of introduces another podcast from Unpacked: Jewish History Unpacked. Whoever said history was boring clearly never heard these stories Join hosts Yael and Schwab each week as they take a dive into some deep cuts of Jewish history. From the Jewish Da Vinci Code to mass suicide pacts, explore true stories that feel larger than life. This episode tells the story of Josephus Flavius. It's maybe one of the wildest characters in Jewish history, and that's saying something. That's largely because unlike most historians, he didn't just chronicle the story; as Yael tells Schwab in this week's episode, Josephus, or Yosef ben Matityahu, wrote himself into the story - and what a story it is. This week, we learn about Josephus and the siege of Yodfat, and they ask, what does it mean for us to write yourself into the story of Jewish history?

The Power Of introduces another podcast from Unpacked: Unpacking Israeli History. Season 3 just launched, and we're running the first episode here, entitled Hebron: When Tensions Erupt.   In the summer of 1929, Jews and Arabs alike found themselves caught in an unbearably bloody battle. The aftermath of a deadly riot showed the Jews of British Mandatory Palestine that the British couldn’t protect them, leading them to unite under the banner of Zionism. In this episode, Noam unpacks the 1929 Hebron Riots and considers why it may be considered “Year Zero” of the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Have you ever been heartbroken? How has love transformed you? Why is it so challenging to be vulnerable? In our final episode, Noam and Meir take a deep dive into relationships, loneliness, and their own love languages.   Meir Kay is a filmmaker, motivational speaker, author, and a social good activist best known for his social media content which has amassed over a billion views and impacting millions of people around the world.

How do you decide when or how to give? Why is money so awkward to speak about? Is sharing really caring? Listen in as Noam and Mem speak about financial aid, the homeless crisis, and their favorite Curb Your Enthusiasm episode.   Mem Dryan Bernstein is a venture philanthropist who has devoted herself to building new educational and cultural enterprises that create enduring value for the Jewish people. As a board member of the AVI CHAI Foundation for nearly twenty years, and its chair for the last nine years, she has been a leader in establishing and supporting major programs for teaching Judaism to young people, cultivating habits of lifelong Jewish learning among adults, and bringing the richness of Jewish arts and culture to wider audiences.

What do you do when you feel betrayed? Is it possible to love someone you radically disagree with? What if you just don't want to “agree to disagree”? This week, join Noam and Rav Judah as they discuss atheism, toxic relationships, and the great green vs black olive debate.   Rav Judah Mischel is the Executive Director of Camp HASC, the Hebrew Academy for Special Children. He is also the Mashpiah of OU-NCSY, founder of Tzama Nafshi and the author of newly published Baderech: Along the Path of Teshuva (Mosaica Press, Elul 5781).   ~~~~     The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation.     ~~~~     Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/   Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

Are you living up to your own standards? Is failure ever a good thing? Does success really equal happiness? Join Noam and Coach Mike as they talk about normalizing failure, life changing moments, and of course, basketball.   Michael Sweetney was the #9 NBA draft pick of 2003, in the famous draft class with basketball luminaries such as Lebron James, Dwayne Wade and Carmelo Anthony. Finalist of the All-American and Naismith Player of the Year in college, Sweetney then played four years in the NBA, two with the NY Knicks, and two with the Chicago Bulls. After traveling and playing basketball around the world, he now spends his time as a mental health advocate, coaching at Yeshiva University and mentoring youth.     ~~~~     The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation.     ~~~~     Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/   Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

Do you ever feel like you're not living up to the expectations of others? Why is rejection so scary? What do you do when you just can't bring yourself to say "I'm sorry"? This week, Noam sat with Professor Moshe Halbertal to examine the principles of forgiveness, the art of letting go, and The Shawshank Redemption.   Dr. Moshe Halbertal is the John and Golda Cohen Professor of Jewish Thought and Philosophy at the Hebrew University, the Gruss Professor at NYU Law School, a faculty member of Mandel Institute, a member of the Israel’s National Academy for Sciences and the Humanities as well as a published author.   ~~~~     The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation.     ~~~~     Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/   Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

Do you ever feel uncomfortable in your own skin? Do the clothes you choose to wear matter? What does "dressing for success" really mean? This week hear what Noam and Chavie have to say about self expression through clothes, the fast fashion environmental crisis, and...string bikinis?     Chavie Lieber is an award-winning journalist, with a focus on fashion and business. She is currently a staff writer at The Business of Fashion, a global fashion publication based in London, as well as an adjunct professor at Stern College. A graduate of the Columbia Journalism School, her work has appeared in The New York Times, New York Magazine, and Vox.     ~~~~     The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation.     ~~~~     Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/   Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

Have you ever felt lonely? Is there really a secret to finding happiness? Does FOMO cause depression? This week join Noam and David as they discuss the pursuit of joy, the elements of happiness, and what their ideal happy places look like.   Rabbi David Bashevkin is the is the host and founder of 18Forty, a Jewish media site, the Director of Education for NCSY, and the Clinical Assistant Professor of Jewish Values at the Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University. He holds a doctorate in Public Policy and Management from The New School’s Milano School of International Affairs and has published four books.   ~~~~   The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation. ~~~~ Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/ Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

Do you ever feel like an outsider? What does Judaism have to say about the Black Lives Matter movement? Was Moses the first biracial Jew? Listen in as Noam and Kylie talk about what it means to "see color," the limits of the English language, and how personal struggles shape us as people.   About Kylie Unell: Kylie is a Dean's Doctoral Fellow at NYU concentrating in Jewish philosophy. She was named an "aspiring Jewish philosopher" by the New York Jewish Week's 36 Under 36. Kylie is a writer, podcaster, and the co-producer of the comedy show, Sweepstakes Comedy. She also runs Models of Faith, a photoblog sharing the stories of millennials who take their faith seriously.   ~~~~   The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation. ~~~~ Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/ Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

Do the words we choose to speak really matter? Why is it often difficult to say thank you or to admit that we need help? Is "recipitive" a real word?! This week, Noam sits down with Nachi Gordon and Yaakov Langer to discuss gratitude, building relationships through communication, and game-changing words.   About: Nachi Gordon and Yaakov Langer are the cohosts of the podcast "Meaningful People." Deep, unboundedly interesting, fun and uplifting, the podcast is a weekly opportunity for Nachi & Yaakov to talk to the Jewish world's meaningful people.   ~~~~ The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation. ~~~~ Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/ Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

Does sacrifice always mean struggle? Does doing something for someone without getting anything back always mean sacrifice? Are you defined by what you did 5 years ago or can we change? Listen in on this conversation to hear what Noam and Chloe have to say about sacrifice, self transcendence and the road to becoming a better society.   About: Chloé Valdary is an American writer and entrepreneur whose company, Theory of Enchantment, teaches social and emotional learning in schools, as well as diversity and inclusion in companies and government agencies. ~~~~ The Power Of is brought to you thanks to our generous Platinum level supporters, The Mayberg Foundation, and David and Debra Magerman, as well as our additional gold level supporters, Sheryl & Gerald Hartman, and bronze level supporters, the Crain-Maling Foundation. ~~~~ Learn more about Unpacked: https://jewishunpacked.com/about/ Visit Unpacked on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unpacked

What if we told you that Jewish texts written thousands of years ago had something to say about our personal experiences today? Join Dr. Noam Weissman each week for honest and relatable conversations with a diverse range of guests. Each episode in this 10-part series offers new approaches for how to navigate your own life. Brought to you by Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media.