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The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicSeason 5 Episode 13: Composing with Humanity – Nimrod Borenstein on Music, Expression & Legacy In this episode of The Piano Pod, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nimrod Borenstein—acclaimed composer and conductor—about his remarkable journey in music. From his early days as a violinist to becoming one of today’s most celebrated composers, Nimrod shares his artistic philosophy, the evolution of his piano works, and the influences that have shaped his unique voice.We dive deep into his signature piano works, including Reminiscences of Childhood and his 24 Études, explore the inspiration behind his Shirim collection, and discuss his collaborations with legendary musicians like Vladimir Ashkenazy. His insights into the cha...2025-03-122h 03
The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicOfficial Trailer ✅ for Season 5 Episode 13, "Composing with Humanity"Here is the trailer of our upcoming episode feat. Nimrod Borenstein. In this episode of The Piano Pod, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nimrod Borenstein—acclaimed composer and conductor—about his remarkable journey in music. From his early days as a violinist to becoming one of today’s most celebrated composers, Nimrod shares his artistic philosophy, the evolution of his piano works, and the influences that have shaped his unique voice.We dive deep into his signature piano works, including Reminiscences of Childhood and his 24 Études, explore the inspiration behind his Shirim collection, and discuss his col...2025-03-1002 min
Petra SittigInside the Creative Mind of Alec Borenstein:In this insightful interview with renowned French-Israeli painter Alec Borenstein, we explore his remarkable artistic journey that began at an exceptionally young age. Borenstein, who was already exhibiting his work at the Tel Aviv Museum at just ten years old, reflects on his early life as a child prodigy. He shares how his career evolved and the development of his unique artistic approach, which revolves around the concept of series in his paintings.Throughout the conversation, Alec discusses how his perception of the world shapes his creative process, offering a deep look into how he approaches each...2025-01-231h 20
Conversations with Musicians, with Leah RosemanNimrod Borenstein: Composer and ConductorNimrod Borenstein is a brilliant composer, who was a child prodigy as both a composer and performer. His often complex music is beloved by performers and audiences alike, and has been widely recorded and performed internationally. He is also a renowned conductor, and he spoke to me about his difficult decision to cut short his career as a violin soloist in order to find alternate career options as he developed his career as a composer. Vladimir Ashkenazy has been an active champion of Nimrod’s music, and you’ll hear the charming story of their first meeting. Ashkenazy first condu...2024-11-011h 55
Family Hustle PodcastHow Alec Borenstein Strikes a Balance Between Work and Family as a LawyerAlec R. Borenstein is an Estate Planning Attorney at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, where he advises business owners and individuals on trusts and estates, corporate and business law, and commercial real estate. He specializes in drafting wills and trusts, including revocable, grantor, and charitable trusts. Alec also provides guidance on business and succession planning, such as operating and shareholder agreements and commercial leases. Above all, Alec's top priority is to assist his clients in planning for themselves, their families, and their businesses, securing their well-being regardless of life's challenges. In this episode… The le...2023-08-1621 minFamily Hustle PodcastMerging Immigration Law, Civic Leadership, and Family Values With Michael WildesMichael Wildes is the Managing Partner of Wildes & Weinberg, P.C., a firm specializing exclusively in the practice of US immigration and nationality law. Established in 1960 by his father, the firm covers all areas of US immigration law and has represented a distinguished domestic and international clientele, including former First Lady Melania Trump, renowned artists, and sports icons. Michael is also an adjunct professor at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York, teaching business immigration law and a second externship course. As a former federal prosecutor and author of Safe Haven in America: Battles to Open the...2023-08-0951 minFamily Hustle PodcastAdvocacy and Action in Maternity Care With Fran SchwartzFran Schwartz is the Founder and CEO of Integral Healthcare for Women, a consulting company providing services to clients in developing new or managing established midwifery programs and birth centers nationwide. With decades of executive management experience in ob-gyn, midwifery, and birth center providers, Fran brings unparalleled expertise to both start-up and established birth centers, covering development, operations, and revenue aspects. Previously serving as the CEO and Executive Director of Brooklyn Birthing Center, the only accredited and licensed birthing center in metro New York, Fran has always been at the forefront of the birthing center movement. Since...2023-08-0252 minFamily Hustle PodcastParentPreneur: Achieving Balance Between Business and Family With Amanda AbbouAmanda Abbou is a Real Estate Agent at Signature Realty New Jersey. As the daughter of two New Jersey real estate attorneys, she was immersed in the industry from an early age, developing a strong foundation in real estate law before transitioning to the business side. With over a decade of experience in the field, Amanda is a skilled negotiator with a keen eye for detail, and she fuels her success by committing to providing elite service to her clients. As a mother of four boys, she has also mastered the art of patience and...2023-07-2617 minFamily Hustle PodcastRepositioning for Strategic Success in Career and Life With Niraj Chhabra of Sidebar AdvisorsNiraj Chhabra is the Managing Director of SideBar Advisors, a financial services firm that provides customized wealth management plans for attorneys. Before launching the firm in 2022, he was a Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial, concentrating on clients in the legal profession with a focus on family finances, tax and estate strategies, retirement, and financial planning for small businesses. Niraj holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certification and is a member of the New Jersey Chapter of the Financial Planning Association. When he’s not helping lawyers navigate their unique tax challenges, Niraj enjoys international travel with his wif...2023-07-1248 minFamily Hustle PodcastNavigating Life, Loss, and Legal Success With Jill SpielbergJill Spielberg is the Director and Partner-in-Charge of the Family and Matrimonial Law department at Abrams Fensterman, LLP, a full-service law firm providing quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service to diverse clients. With a background of 13 years in the field, Jill specializes in high-net-worth matrimonial cases and high-conflict custody litigation. Before joining Abrams Fensterman, she served as a partner at a boutique family law firm in White Plains, where her exclusive focus was on divorces, pre and postnuptial agreements, child support, and custody cases. Jill has been repeatedly recognized for her professional prowess, earning the Super...2023-07-0543 minFamily Hustle PodcastStreamlining Business Operations To Achieve Work-Life Balance With Adam GoldschmiedtAdam Goldschmiedt is a business coach and Professional EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Implementer at EOS Worldwide, a business management toolkit used by over 190,000 thriving firms to clarify, simplify, and achieve their vision. With over 20 years of experience utilizing EOS tools, Adam empowers businesses with tools to bust through obstacles, tackle chaos, and make their ideas a reality. Before EOS, he held project management roles in e-commerce-focused agencies, including working as COO at Blue Switch and Practice Director at Pixafy. Adam is an avid reader and considers books to be his trophies. When he is not helping entrepreneurs accelerate their...2023-06-2855 minFamily Hustle PodcastBehind the Scenes of Community Journalism With Moshe KinderlehrerMoshe Kinderlehrer is the Publisher and Co-Founder of The Jewish Link of New Jersey, an extensive regional newspaper and media group serving the Jewish community. After nearly 20 years of serving in the nonprofit and fundraising field, he pivoted to the media industry and launched his first newspaper in 2013, The Jewish Link of Bergen County. This initial venture soon transitioned into a weekly edition and was rebranded as The Jewish Link of New Jersey in 2014. Moshe expanded his influence by establishing The Jewish Link of the Bronx, Westchester, and Connecticut in 2015 and launching publications in Rockland County, Philadelphia, and the...2023-06-2151 minFamily Hustle PodcastClimbing the Ladder of Broadway Success With Jane BergèreJane Bergère is the President of Jane Bergère Productions. She is a multiple Tony Awards and Olivier Award-winning producer with a diverse career spanning from acting to artistic direction and producing. Jane began her career as an actress, gracing the stages of Broadway and performing in regional theater and television. Subsequently, she assumed the role of Artistic Director at Connecticut's Broadway Theatre in Darien, CT, where she successfully produced over 50 acclaimed musicals, earning the attention of The New York Times and tri-state newspapers. As a producer, Jane's career took off with the critically acclaimed Broadway sh...2023-06-1448 minFamily Hustle PodcastCracking the Code of Rapid Business Expansion With Jacob GuttmanJacob Guttman is the CEO of Nail It Handyman, a renowned company specializing in small handyman tasks serving residential and commercial clients across the tri-state area and beyond. With a rich background as a general contractor and a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry, he identified an untapped niche for dedicated handyman services. Consequently, in 2016, he founded Nail It Handyman. Today, the company has grown exponentially, operating 30 trucks across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, and Pennsylvania, establishing itself as a leading service provider. In addition to his successful business venture, Jacob is recognized as a Forbes...2023-06-0746 minFamily Hustle PodcastDiscipline and Harmony in Work and Life With Hugo AlvesHugo Alves is the Director of Acquisitions, Dispositions, and Client Relations at Prawdzik Properties, a New Jersey-based home builder specializing in high-end custom home builds and remodels. Before this, he held key roles as the General Manager and Market Service Director for a Fortune 500 company, where he oversaw financial operations and human resources. As a licensed realtor, Hugo brings all his versatile skills to Prawdzik Properties, leading the team in acquiring houses and converting them into homes that perfectly encapsulate the client’s vision. In this episode… Balancing work-life demands, embodying discipline, and fostering effective comm...2023-05-3157 minFamily Hustle PodcastEntrepreneurship, Burnout, and Embracing Life’s Transitions With Theresa CifaliTheresa Cifali is the CEO and Founder of Daily Achievers LLC, a platform dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and business owners enhance their productivity. With more than three decades of entrepreneurial experience, Theresa has built four successful businesses, amassing a wealth of knowledge and insights on the intricacies of running and scaling a business. She is also the host of The Messy Desk Podcast, where she discusses productivity and entrepreneurship with her co-host, Megan Monahan. As a lifelong New Yorker, wife, and mother to two grown daughters, Theresa understands the dynamics of balancing family and business, making her an experienced...2023-05-2448 minFamily Hustle PodcastEmbracing Change and Growth in Business and Family With David OstreicherDavid Ostreicher is the President of The Brookview Companies and has played a pivotal role in expanding the company's portfolio of multifamily real estate acquisitions and developments. With over $350 million invested across the United States, Brookview has seen significant growth under David's leadership. Before founding Brookview, David gained valuable experience as a corporate and real estate attorney, representing some of the largest real estate groups in New York for nearly a decade. His legal background enabled him to build strong connections with prominent real estate ownership groups and investors nationwide. He earned his law degree from Fordham University School...2023-05-1752 minFamily Hustle PodcastMastering Nonprofit Success and Motherhood With Rachel CyrulnikRachel Cyrulnik is the Founder and Principal of RAISE Nonprofit Advisors, a consulting firm dedicated to helping nonprofits grow and thrive. With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, Rachel specializes in fundraising strategy, business development, and campaign management. Rachel's extensive experience in leadership positions at Yeshiva University and UJA-Federation of New York has equipped her with a deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape, making her a sought-after presenter and contributor to publications such as The Chronicle of Philanthropy and NonProfit PRO. She has shown that successful fundraising involves making connections, deepening relationships, and inspiring...2023-05-1038 minFamily Hustle PodcastLeading by Example and Making Time for Family With Mark SchwartzMark (Mendy) Schwartz is the President of New York Water Management, a full-service real estate consulting firm that helps properties in New York City save money on water billing, property tax abatements, and more. He was the former Deputy Mayor of Teaneck, a Co-publisher of The Jewish Link of New Jersey, and a self-made entrepreneur. Mendy has affiliations with the Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps (TVAC) and is a volunteer firefighter. He is a dedicated individual who wears many hats in his professional and personal life and truly believes in giving back to his community. In t...2023-05-0339 minFamily Hustle PodcastPart 2: Tying Your Goals With Your Values With Jonathan SteingraberJonathan Steingraber is the COO & President at Signature Realty NJ, which offers luxury real estate brokerage services. Starting off as an intern at CT Homes LLC, known for being on the hit TV show Flip This House on A&E, he quickly proved more valuable than an intern and became the marketing director. Jonathan created a business model for the educational side of the business, FortuneBuilders, and was hired full-time. He headed up program development and built their business model today, where they tour the country, teaching students how to get on a path to financial independence. 2023-04-2638 minFamily Hustle PodcastPart 1: Finding Motivation and Building a Support System With Jonathan SteingraberJonathan Steingraber is the COO & President at Signature Realty NJ, which offers luxury real estate brokerage services. Starting off as an intern at CT Homes LLC, known for being on the hit TV show Flip This House on A&E, he quickly proved more valuable than an intern and became the marketing director. Jonathan created a business model for the educational side of the business, FortuneBuilders, and was hired full-time. He headed up program development and built their business model today, where they tour the country, teaching students how to get on a path to financial independence. 2023-04-1936 minFamily Hustle PodcastSucceeding as a City Police Chief and a Dedicated Family Man With Chief Giacomo SaccaChief Giacomo Sacca is the Chief of Police for the City of Elizabeth and is responsible for all police operations. He is a highly experienced law enforcement professional with 28 years of experience and an impressive track record in crisis management, tactical operations, criminal intelligence, and emergency management. In addition to his role as agency administrator, Chief Sacca is the Superintendent of the John H. Stamler Police Academy and President of the Union County Police Chief’s Association. He is also actively involved in numerous other organizations, including the board of trustees for the 313 Ancestor's Speak Project and the...2023-04-1242 minFamily Hustle PodcastBuilding a Career in Animal Care With Darcy Del CastilloDarcy Del Castillo is the Director of Traveling 4 Paws Rescue. With over 20 years of experience in the animal welfare industry, Darcy has worked as a vet tech, foster, rescuer, shelter manager and evaluator, animal control officer, animal cruelty task force member, and animal advocate. She has also assisted in training police officers and Union County to become better humane law enforcement officers. Darcy is well-known in the animal welfare community and has been a rescue resource for many years. Her passion for animals inspired her to start Traveling 4 Paws and continue the ongoing work of rescuing. 2023-04-0544 minFamily Hustle PodcastBusiness and Estate Planning Lessons for Building a Legacy With Joseph GoldmanJoseph L. Goldman is a Co-chair of the Trusts & Estates practice at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden. He focuses on estate planning and administration, business succession planning, and business transactional matters. Joseph leverages his 35+ years of experience in business transactions and agreements to counsel closely held business owners on planning, taxation, and real estate matters. Joseph is the author of Data Trace's annual publication, New Jersey Estate Planning Wills and Trusts Library: Forms and Practice Manual. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for helping clients achieve their objectives, he has earned a reputation...2023-03-2945 minFamily Hustle PodcastBuilding a Successful Career and a Happy Family With Cathy HaddadCathy Haddad is a highly experienced mortgage professional with 20 years of expertise in the industry. She has consistently ranked in the top 100 loan originators, representing the top 1% of the country for the past nine years. Cathy has funded over $250 million in closed volume year after year, helping more than 590 clients each year. She helps first-time home buyers and those looking to invest, trade up, or downsize through the entire process. By taking a customized approach to mortgage lending and recommending the right loan product, Cathy excels in getting loans approved where other banks struggle. In...2023-03-1637 minFamily Hustle PodcastBalancing Work and Life To Find Fulfillment With Alec Borenstein and Amanda AbbouAlec R. Borenstein and Amanda Abbou are brother and sister entrepreneurs. Alec is a Business and Estate Planning Attorney at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, and Amanda is an Agent Partner with Signature Realty New Jersey, a real estate brokerage with five branches throughout the state. Together host Family Hustle Podcast, where they interview other business owners to discuss their experiences building successful businesses while balancing family life. In this episode… As a parent, entrepreneur, or working professional, you have probably experienced the struggle of balancing work and family life. Achieving success in both are...2023-03-0919 min