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613 Books PodcastDevorah Benarroch’s Favorite Books about Health and WellnessOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest Devorah Benarroch, the co-Founder of the Jewish Healing Network.
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This special episode is an exploration of Devorah’s favorite books about health and wellness. Her passion for this literary category extends beyond her professional life. Her home is adorned with shelves brimming with books on nutrition, mindfulness, and personal development.
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On Shabbat, she immerses herself in the latest research and insights, eager to apply them not only to her own life but also to inspire her colleagues, clients and friends. If you also believe that a well-read mind fosters a healthier...
2025-12-1638 min613 Books PodcastMitchell Silk and his book A Seat at the Table – Part TwoOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Mitchell A. Silk, author of “A Seat at the Table: An Inside Account of Trump's Global Economic Revolution.” Mr. Silk served as assistant secretary for International Markets at the US Department of the Treasury and was the first Hassidic Jew to ever serve in a presidentially nominated and Senate-confirmed role.
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This is PART TWO of a two-episode interview, which is a deeper dive into Mitchell Silk’s foray into: the upper echelons of the US Department of the Treasury; formality and protocol with the Chinese delegation; and formulating the historic A...
2025-12-1046 min613 Books PodcastMitchell Silk and his book A Seat at the TableOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Mitchell A. Silk, author of “A Seat at the Table: An Inside Account of Trump's Global Economic Revolution.” Mr. Silk served as assistant secretary for International Markets at the US Department of the Treasury and was the first Hassidic Jew to ever serve in a presidentially nominated and Senate-confirmed role.
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From his earliest beginnings as a dishwasher in a Chinese restaurant to his work in international law and finance, Mitchell A. Silk’s story illustrates how perseverance and divine providence led him to become the first Hassidic Jew ever confirmed...
2025-12-0333 min613 Books PodcastLesley Kaplan and Power Talks with Women EntrepreneursOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean welcomes back Lesley Kaplan, a business strategy, branding and goal-achieving coach. Lesley has recently published a dynamic and instructive book called, “Power Talks with Women Entrepreneurs: A Collection of Inspiring Success Stories and Secrets from Women in Business."
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The wide-ranging discussion in this interview opens with an overview of the upcoming 4th Jerusalem Business Conference presented by Lesley Kaplan on November 19, 2025.
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The conversation continues with highlights and topics by some of the women entrepreneurs featured in Lesley’s book, as well as many essential lessons they learned which in turn may serve the en...
2025-11-0436 min
613 Books PodcastRaquel Kirszenbaum and her Book Stop Hurting, Start Healing Encore Part TwoThis episode of “613 Books” podcast, is PART 2 of producer/host Heather Dean’s interview with author and international speaker, Raquel Kirszenbaum about her new book, “Stop Hurting, Start Healing.”
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This is both a self-help book and memoir which takes readers on her dynamic quest from despair and difficulty to resilience and happiness.
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Raquel addresses many important lessons learned based on authentic Jewish wisdom including: how to process that feeling of being overwhelmed or burdened; society’s expectations on young women (including Raquel’s own recollections of others’ expectations for her in her youth); overcoming adversity; and forgiving others who may hurt us deeply.
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2025-10-2232 min613 Books PodcastRaquel Kirszenbaum and her Book Stop Hurting, Start Healing Encore Part OneOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer/host Heather Dean interviews author and international speaker, Raquel Kirszenbaum about her book, “Stop Hurting, Start Healing.”
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This is both a self-help book and memoirs which takes readers on her dynamic quest from despair and difficulty to resilience and happiness. From the very first page, Raquel’s powerful guide envelopes us in a warm embrace, leading us through the transformative process of healing, forgiveness, compassion, and ultimately self-acceptance.
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Show notes:
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Featured Guest: Raquel Kirszenbaum
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Featured Book: Stop Hurting, Start Healing
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Link to Purchase this book: https://www.ama...
2025-10-1633 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Bentzion Kravitz and his book Know What to Answer When Someone Challenges Your Faith: TishreiOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rabbi Bentzion Kravitz, the Founder of Jews for Judaism. Rabbi Kravitz’s book, “Know What to Answer When Someone Challenges Your Faith.”
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In this interview, Rabbi Kravitz addresses several Tishrei-related topics from “Know What to Answer,” giving us much to ponder as we journey into the New Year.
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Jews for Judaism strengthens and preserves Jewish identity by responding to religious coercion, promoting critical thinking skills, and providing spiritual guidance and support.
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“Know What to Answer ...” helps readers tackle life’s toughest challenges to one’s faith with clarity, confidence, and wisdom. Rabbi Kravitz says t...
2025-09-2223 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Levi Shmotkin and his book Letters for Life - Interview Part 2This is Part 2 of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean’s interview with Chasidic scholar and educator, Rabbi Levi Shmotkin, author of “Letters for Life: Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe.”
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In the universal quest for coping with the inevitable challenges that threaten our peace of mind, and after years of studying the Rebbe’s vast correspondence, conducting interviews, and sifting through the archives, Rabbi Shmotkin writes about twelve themes on emotional wellness from the Rebbe’s counsel. They are clear, sensible, and sometimes surprising tools for building a strong and resilient self despite life’s setbacks.
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Drawing from 3,000 years of Jewish wisd...
2025-09-1719 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Levi Shmotkin and his book Letters for LifeOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Chasidic scholar and educator, Rabbi Levi Shmotkin, author of “Letters for Life: Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe.”
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In the universal quest for coping with the inevitable challenges that threaten our peace of mind, and after years of studying the Rebbe’s vast correspondence, conducting interviews, and sifting through the archives, Rabbi Shmotkin writes about twelve themes on emotional wellness from the Rebbe’s counsel. They are clear, sensible, and sometimes surprising tools for building a strong and resilient self despite life’s setbacks.
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Drawing from 3,000 years of Jewish wisdom, the...
2025-09-1024 min613 Books PodcastRivkah Lambert Adler and her book Adrift Among the Nations Interview Part TwoThis episode of “613 Books” podcast is PART TWO of producer Heather Dean’s interview with Dr. Rivkah Lambert Adler, a writer, book reviewer and adult educator whose most recently-published book is called “Adrift Among the Nations: Between Christianity and Torah.”
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This is a book about leaving Jesus by Dr. Lambert Adler who is a journalist, an educator, and an Orthodox Jew. In this interview she speaks about writing this book specifically, and her many years of researching this topic in general. She speaks about what this book is, what it’s not, and for whom it’s written.
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Through stories of former Christia...
2025-09-0323 min613 Books PodcastRivkah Lambert Adler and her book Adrift Among the NationsOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rivkah Lambert Adler, a writer, book reviewer and adult educator whose most recently-published book is called “Adrift Among the Nations: Between Christianity and Torah.”
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This is a book about leaving Jesus by Dr. Adler who is a journalist, an educator, and an Orthodox Jew. In this interview she speaks about writing this book specifically, and her many years of researching this topic in general. She speaks about what this book is, what it’s not, and for whom it’s written.
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Through stories of former Christians, “Adrift Among the Nations” presents a deeply pe...
2025-08-2722 min613 Books PodcastMiriam Walfish and her book Bubby Karp and the Mystery at Ponderosa PinesOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Miriam Walfish, whose most recently-published book is called “Bubby Karp and the Mystery at Ponderosa Pines.”
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When the main character, ‘Bubby Karp,’ agrees to fill in for the cook at Ponderosa Pines, she expects a fun-filled winter break with her grandchildren. Instead, they encounter disturbing nighttime noises, confusing clues, and suspicious strangers.
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They soon realize there are many secrets hiding in the snow-covered pines. Will Bubby Karp be able to figure everything out with the help of her quick-thinking grandchildren and newfound friends? Or will the mystery of Ponderosa Pines remain buried in...
2025-08-1330 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Irwin Katsof and his book Living DangerouslyOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rabbi Irwin Katsof, whose most recently-published book is called “Living Dangerously: My Struggle to Get Rich without Losing My Soul.”
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Rabbi Irwin Katsof thought had everything figured out by the time he was 35. He was driven by an insatiable hunger for financial success and tired of watching from the sidelines as others built empires, so he made a dangerous decision: to infiltrate the world of ultra-high-net-worth donors, global diplomats, and power brokers who shape our world behind closed doors.
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What began as an ambitious quest to master the art of wealth-build...
2025-07-2937 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Nachman Seltzer and his book Missiles, Miracles and Mesiras Nefesh Part TwoThis episode of “613 Books” podcast is PART TWO of producer Heather Dean’s interview with Rabbi Nachman Seltzer. He is the bestselling author of well over fifty books, many of which are biographies, novels, collections of inspirational stories, and books about Jewish history.
Rabbi Seltzer’s most recently-published books is called “Missiles, Miracles and Mesiras Nefesh,” which explores the war that began on October 7th, on what should have been one of the most joyous days of the year, Simchat Torah – which that year also fell on Shabbat.
Through riveting stories and unforgettable behind-the-scenes reports, Rabbi Seltzer’s book has it all: tragedy...
2025-07-2324 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Nachman Seltzer and his book Miracles, Missiles and Mesiras Nefesh Part OneOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rabbi Nachman Seltzer, a bestselling author of well over fifty (!) books, many of which are biographies, novels, collections of inspirational stories, and books about Jewish history.
Rabbi Seltzer’s most recently-published books is called “Miracles, Missiles and Mesiras Nefesh,” which explores the war that began on October 7th, on what should have been one of the most joyous days of the year, Simchas Torah – which that year also fell on Shabbat.
Through riveting stories and unforgettable behind-the-scenes reports, Rabbi Seltzer’s book has it all: tragedy, hope, heroism, and military miracles.
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2025-07-1621 min613 Books PodcastKichels Creators Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz Kichel Collection 4 Interview 2 - EncoreOn this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s featured guests, “The Kichels” co-creators, Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz, are back on the podcast, this time to take a deep dive into Kichel family Dynamics a well as feedback – praise and criticism – for their popular comic strip.
In addition to publishing Mishpacha magazine’s enormously popular weekly comics, The Kichels, this dynamic duo has published four compilations of The Kichels in book form.
Kichel Collection 4 is their newest release and it features over eighty pages of Kichel comics and is packed with exclusive bonus content, including behind-the-scenes stories and secrets, a h...
2025-07-0925 min613 Books PodcastKichels Creators Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz Kichel Collection 4 Interview 1 - EncoreOn this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s featured guests are Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz, the co-creators of Mishpacha magazine’s enormously popular weekly comics, The Kichels, as well as four compilations of The Kichels in book form.
The fourth volume in this bestselling series, The Kichel Collection 4 is their newest release and it features over eighty pages of Kichel comics and is packed with exclusive bonus content, including behind-the-scenes stories and secrets, a how-to-draw guide, a journey to the Kichels’ past, and more good stuff.
Did you ever wonder how the Kichels creators decided to call them...
2025-07-0218 min613 Books PodcastSummer 2025 Book Reading List with Naomi JournoOn this special edition of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean discusses the Summer reading list of her featured guest Naomi Journo. Naomi is the publisher of Her Tribe Magazine, a growing global sisterhood in print & digital, dedicated to celebrating Jewish life through woman-to-woman stories, inspiration, and shared wisdom.
Naomi is also the founder of Hatzlacha Solutions, she helps Jewish women, businesses, and organizations shine—aligning their mission and message through impactful marketing, creative production, and events that uplift and connect.
To sum up, Naomi is a creative visionary, producer, marketing strategist, and passionate community builder originally from the Czech...
2025-06-2527 min613 Books PodcastSarah Shapiro and Stories of Our LivesIn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with Sarah Shapiro about her recent literary offering,” Stories of Our Lives.”
“Stories of Our Lives” brings together the choicest of pieces of short stories and poems in two enticing volumes. A testament to the perspicacious eye of its editor, and to the artistry of a hundred writers from around the globe.
“Stories of Our Lives” is a feast for the soul and a celebration of life. Sarah Shapiro explains in her Introduction to the volumes, “With our countless variations on the theme of being human [and] across the wide spectrum of experi...
2025-06-1830 min613 Books PodcastWhat’s on Authors’ Reading Tables!? Part 6Read any good books lately? On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean welcomes back several authors to the podcast, this time to get their answers to the question, “What’s on your reading table?”
First we’ll hear from Devorah Kigel, the author of her newly-released “Marry a Mensch.”
Heather also checks in with Rifka Lebowitz, the author of “(title)” for her reading table selection, and later on with award-winning writer and Mishpacha Magazine contributor, Barbara Bensoussan whose recent book is a cozy mystery called “Seven Blessings and a Murder.”
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2025-06-1109 min613 Books PodcastSpecial Episode Writers on Writing 2It’s a special Writers on Writing episode of “613 Books” podcast where some of host Heather Dean’s favorite authors are speaking about crafting their written work.
Think of it as a brief journey inside the minds of a variety of NONFICTION writers to find out a bit about how they churn out the words we read and become inspired, or informed, or just entertained by.
This episode’s featured guests are:
· Award winning author Judy Gruen, author of “Bylines and Blessings” and other books
· Scientist, Rabbi Jonathan Sassen, author of “The Science Behind the Mishnah”
· Therapist Yocheved Davidowitz, author of “I’ll Start Tomorr...
2025-05-2811 min613 Books PodcastMiriam Schweitzer and her Cholent and ChadorsMiriam Schweitzer, a Chassidic woman who lives in Antwerp, Belgium is the featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” podcast, produced and hosted by Heather Dean.
Miriam lives with Multiple Sclerosis, and she nonetheless lives an active, busy life and she recently published a memoir that she calls: “Cholent and Chadors: A Chassidic woman's experiences in a multi-cultural workplace.”
Although her job at a local daycare center was challenging at first to work with women of various religious and ethnic backgrounds very different from her own, Miriam came to love her job. And then, due to circumstances beyond her control - namely...
2025-05-2132 min613 Books PodcastShannon Nuszen and her book I Once Was LostProducer and host of “Six-Thirteen Boks” Podcast Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “Six-Thirteen Books” Podcast is author Shannon Nuszen, who founded the nonprofit organization Beyneynu, and is also a sought-after public speaker.
Shannon is a former Evangelical Christian missionary who grew up studying and analyzing Christian scriptural polemics as the daughter of a former Assemblies of Gd minister. She was deeply immersed in the Evangelical Christian movement from a young age and even traveled with her father as an evangelist in his ministry. Her involvement in the movement provided her with knowledge of the inner workings and strate...
2025-05-0747 min613 Books PodcastLesley Kaplan and the Small Business Success Toolbox & Guide - EncoreOn this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Lesley Kaplan, a business strategy, branding and goal-achieving coach, who is also the author of “SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS TOOLBOX & GUIDE: HOW TO "BUILD & BRAND YOUR BIZ."
Drawing from several decades’ experience running her own businesses (product and service) Lesley defines and explains the importance of having a U.S.P. (unique selling proposition); a concise explanatory “elevator pitch;” a concept called “creating a buyer or customer persona;” and a prioritize time management technique called “Eat That Frog.”
Lesley downloads loads more practical insights in this interview, so get ready to build you...
2025-03-2539 min613 Books PodcastBarbara Heller and her book And Then One Day the World CoughedOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean interviews Barbara Heller, the author and illustrator of a children’s book called, “And Then One Day the World Coughed.”
Their discussion includes the profound backstory which inspired Barbara to write this book, her Jewish journey, family tensions + healing, and a variety of her creative projects.
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Show notes:
Featured Guest: Barbara Heller
Featured Book: “And Then One Day the World Coughed”
To purchase Barbara's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Then-One-Day-World-Coughed/dp/B08F6Y3R8Y
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2025-03-1144 min613 Books PodcastWhat’s on Authors’ Reading Tables!? Part 5Read any good books lately? On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean welcomes back several authors to the podcast, this time to get their answers to the question, “What’s on your reading table?”
On this episode, Heather checks in with Aleeza Ben Shalom, the author of her newly-released “Matchmaker Matchmaker, Find Me a Love that Lasts” and star of “Jewish Matchmaking,” the series on Netflix. Find out whether Aleeza chooses to talk about a book that inspires her work as a soulmate clarity coach!
Heather also checks in with Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld, the author of “Body and Soul: The T...
2025-03-0408 min613 Books PodcastRaquel Kirszenbaum and her Book Stop Hurting, Start Healing PART 2This episode of “613 Books” podcast, is PART 2 of producer/host Heather Dean’s interview with author and international speaker, Raquel Kirszenbaum about her new book, “Stop Hurting, Start Healing.”
This is both a self-help book and memoir which takes readers on her dynamic quest from despair and difficulty to resilience and happiness.
Raquel addresses many important lessons learned based on authentic Jewish wisdom including: how to process that feeling of being overwhelmed or burdened; society’s expectations on young women (including Raquel’s own recollections of others’ expectations for her in her youth); overcoming adversity; and forgiving others who may hurt us deeply.
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2025-02-2532 min613 Books PodcastRaquel Kirszenbaum and her Book Stop Hurting, Start HealingOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer/host Heather Dean interviews author and international speaker, Raquel Kirszenbaum about her new book, “Stop Hurting, Start Healing.”
This is both a self-help book and memoirs which takes readers on her dynamic quest from despair and difficulty to resilience and happiness. From the very first page, Raquel’s powerful guide envelopes us in a warm embrace, leading us through the transformative process of healing, forgiveness, compassion, and ultimately self-acceptance.
SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!
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Show Notes:
Featured Guest: Raquel Kirszenbaum
Featured Book: Stop Hurting, Start Healing
Link to Purchase this...
2025-02-1133 min
613 Books PodcastMindy Blumenfeld and her book Hillel and the Paper Menschies - EncoreOn this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Mindy Blumenfeld, the author of “Hillel and the Paper Menschies,” a book for children (that the rest of us will appreciate!) based on the actual experiences of young Hillel Blumenfeld z”l who was diagnosed with cancer when he was six years old.
This book is co-written by Marc Lumer, who is also the book’s illustrator. The words and pictures in "Hillel and the Paper Menschies” take us on a journey before, during and after the main character’s diagnosis, teaching us creative and thoughtful lessons about resilience a...
2025-01-0725 min
613 Books PodcastKichels Creators Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz Kichel Collection 4 Interview 2On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s featured guests, “The Kichels” co-creators, Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz, are back on the podcast, this time to take a deep dive into Kichel family Dynamics a well as feedback – praise and criticism – for their popular comic strip.
In addition to publishing Mishpacha magazine’s enormously popular weekly comics, The Kichels, this dynamic duo has published four compilations of The Kichels in book form.
Kichel Collection 4 is their newest release and it features over eighty pages of Kichel comics and is packed with exclusive bonus content, including behind-the-scenes stories and secrets, a how-t...
2024-12-2425 min613 Books PodcastKichels Creators Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz Kichel Collection 4 Interview 1On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s featured guests are Bracha Stein and Chani Judowitz, the co-creators of Mishpacha magazine’s enormously popular weekly comics, The Kichels, as well as four compilations of The Kichels in book form.
The fourth volume in this bestselling series, The Kichel Collection 4 is their newest release and it features over eighty pages of Kichel comics and is packed with exclusive bonus content, including behind-the-scenes stories and secrets, a how-to-draw guide, a journey to the Kichels’ past, and more good stuff.
Did you ever wonder how the Kichels creators decided to call them the K...
2024-12-1918 min613 Books PodcastRifka Lebowitz and her book Smarter Israeli BankingOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s featured guest is financial planner and public speaker Rifka Lebowitz, author of “Smarter Israeli Banking.”
It is most certainly a Jewish value to earn an honest living, and it’s a mitzvah to live in the Land of Israel.
And so it is my pleasure to introduce you to financial planner, author, and public speaker, Rifka Lebowitz.
Rifka is passionate about helping English speakers understand their finances, feel comfortable with their money, and succeed financially – in Israel. And Rifka has released an updated and revised edition of her book, Smarter Israeli Banking...
2024-12-1127 min
613 Books PodcastSpecial Episode Writers on Writing 1It’s a special Writers on Writing episode of “613 Books” podcast where some of host Heather Dean’s favorite authors are speaking about crafting their written work.
Think of it as a brief journey inside the mind of a writer to find out a bit about how they churn out the words we read and become inspired, or informed, or just entertained by.
This episode’s featured guests are:
· Netflix star Aleeza Ben Shalom, author of “Matchmaker Matchmaker, find Me a Love that Lasts” and other books
· Columnist, writing teacher and podcaster Esther Kurtz, author of “Second Thoughts” and other books
· Award-winning writer Bar...
2024-12-0311 min
613 Books PodcastDevorah Kigel and her book Marry a MenschOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s featured guest is dating and marriage coach Devorah Kigel, author of “Marry a Mensch: Timeless Jewish Wisdom for Today's Single Woman.”
Devorah calls it a how-to guide to finding your soulmate. Readers appreciate that this book is forthright, compassionate and hopeful. In it, Devorah shares the wisdom she has acquired throughout her life's work with singles who are dating for marriage, layered on top of the lessons learned from her own dating journey. She has helped well over three-hundred women get clarity in their dating life and marry Mr. Right.
Rounding out...
2024-11-2649 min
613 Books PodcastRebbetzin Rochel Miller and her book The Simchah of Marriage - EncoreRebbetzin Rochel Miller is Heather Dean’s featured guest this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, discussing her new book, The Simchah of Marriage.
Rebbetzin Miller spent her first eleven years in Israel learning the secrets of the eternal Jewish home with Rebbetzin Talya Helfer in a course based on the Hebrew-language sefer Ohel Rochel.
Realizing that this precious learning was missing in the English-speaking world, Rebbetzin Miller was inspired to share her learning through teaching.
Her classes, based on the wisdom from the sefer Ohel Rochel began in Jerusalem twenty-five years ago. They have been called “life-changing,” “healing,” and “medicine for our generati...
2024-11-1927 min
613 Books PodcastSarah Shapiro and Her Book Audience of One - EncoreIn this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with Sarah Shapiro about her book, “Audience of One,” a collection of short stories. Sarah’s eclectic topics and ponderings are boldly honest yet written in a breezy yet contemplative manner that makes writing about ourselves seem easy. But it’s not! Sarah’s choices in phrasing, structure and tone keep us readers riveted, going places we didn’t think the author would take us.
Heather and Sarah delve into stories from the book about aging, being authentic, navigating whether to talk about Gd to an atheist relative, and poignant memorie...
2024-11-0528 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz on Teshuva and Viduiy of Yom Kippur - EncoreRabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz is back on “613 Books” Podcast as host Heather Dean’s featured guest on this encore episode to provide insights and ideas we often wonder about regarding Yom Kippur, but hadn’t thought to ask.
Are we expected to intensely ponder each confession of the Viduiy prayer? Are our sins forever erased on Yom Kippur… not to reappear during our Life Review in the next world? How does that work? The answers may surprise you, and better still, ease your concerned mind.
PLUS musician and composer Lenny Solomon tells us about the ground-breaking book on his reading table.
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2024-10-0614 min
613 Books PodcastThe Science Behind the Mishnah Interview Part OneOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guests are Rabbi Joel Padowitz and Rabbi Jonathan Sassen, co-authors of “The Science Behind the Mishnah.”
Their fascinating exploration of Maseches Berachos is where Torah wisdom meets scientific discovery, offering a fresh perspective that connects timeless teachings with the intricacies of the physical world.
Care to understand why the sky appears blue, how lightning forms, and the relationship between tectonic plates and land masses? These and other matters of the spiritual and material world are covered in this interview about their book which will spark your intellectual curiosity and spiritual growth.
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2024-09-2523 min613 Books PodcastWhat’s on Authors’ Reading Tables!? Part 3In this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean welcomes back esteemed authors Riva Pomerantz, Lesley Kaplan, and Chaya Baila Leiber who were Heather’s featured guests over the course of Season 2 to tell us about the inspiring and practical books that are on their reading table.
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Show notes:
Featured Guest, 1st Segment: Riva Pomerantz, author of many bestselling books including “Take 2”
To contact Riva about writing, mentoring, speaking engagements and more, drop her a line though her website: www.RivaPomerantz.com
For content and details about Skill Nosh, visit: w...
2024-09-1811 min
613 Books PodcastMenuchah Armel on Preparing for a Three-Day Yom TovIn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with caterer, workshop leader and cookbook author, Menuchah Armel about preparing for a 3-day Yom Tov.
They discuss plan-ahead recipes based on Menuchah’s cookbook, “Straight to the Plate,” and other delicious suggestions.
Also very importantly, Menuchah dishes up practical advice for preparing your kitchen workspace with a good dose of helpful mindset wisdom looking ahead for any upcoming 3-day Yom Tov.
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Featured author interview: Menuchah Armel, author of “Straight to the Plate”
To Purchase your copy of “Straight to the Plate”: ...
2024-09-1120 min
613 Books PodcastAleeza Ben Shalom and her Book Matchmaker Matchmaker Interview Part 2Aleeza Ben Shalom, the first guest on Season One of this podcast is back in Season Two, this time give producer-host Heather Dean’s listeners a first look (or shall we say listen) at Aleeza’s forthcoming book, Matchmaker, Matchmaker, Find Me a Love that Lasts.”
This is the 2nd of Heather’s two-part interview with Aleeza, and they cover such topics as “intentional chemistry,” breaking up vs. ghosting, and Aleeza’s well-crafted checklist for singles who are serious considering committing to the person they’re dating!
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2024-08-2118 min
613 Books PodcastMenuchah Armel and her book Straight to the PlateOn this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean speaks with caterer, workshop leader, and author of the recipe book “Straight to the Plate,” Menuchah Armel.
The onset of “The Nine Days” of National mourning is Rosh Chodesh Av, when we diminish or “decrease our joy.” Among the laws and customs of these days is refraining from eating meat (except on Shabbat).
Menuchah shares many ideas for parve and dairy main dishes, side dishes, kid-friendly meals, and what foods her family partakes of before and after the Tisha b’Av fast.
With her kids out of school during this time, check o...
2024-07-3114 min
613 Books PodcastAleeza Ben Shalom and her Book Matchmaker Matchmaker Interview Part 1Aleeza Ben Shalom, the first guest on Season One of this podcast is back in Season Two, this time give producer-host Heather Dean’s listeners a first look (or shall we say listen) at Aleeza’s forthcoming book, Matchmaker, Matchmaker, Find Me a Love that Lasts.”
Check out Aleeza’s fresh, new yet traditional insights about dating for marriage. Aleeza describes what she calls “Disney Dating,” and explains why we need to kick this concept to the curb. And what’s the deal with her Five-Five-Five Rule for Dating? It’s easy to remember even if it’s a bit challenging to adh...
2024-07-2413 min613 Books PodcastBracha Goetz on her Memoir and Books for Children - EncoreIn this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with bestselling author of over 40 children’s books Bracha Goetz about her memoir (for grown-up readers), “Nourish the Soul” as well as quite a bit of her other written work. In “Nourish the Soul,” Bracha openly reveals her quest for the Truth, her struggles with food and how she overcame them with joy, as well as other well-earned insights.
Bracha also speaks about her breakthrough books for families, “Let’s Stay Safe,” and “Talking About Personal Privacy,” which offer children and parents insights about inappropriate touching and abuse, written sensitively and honestly...
2024-07-1720 min
613 Books PodcastRebbetzin Malka Kaganoff and her Book Exploring TehillimOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Rebbetzin Malka Kaganoff, the author of “Exploring Tehillim”
Sefer Tehillim is the source of many of our tefillos and the sefer of choice for our personal prayers. But what exactly are we saying in each perek? Sometimes the answer is not so clear.
In Exploring Tehillim Rebbetzin Malka Kaganoff offers a brief synopsis of each chapter, outlining its profound themes and messages. A must-have for all whio recite Tehillim and for those who wish to join their ranks.
ALSO, Dr. Sara Markowitz, co-author of “Kosher ADHD,” tells us about two book...
2024-06-1318 min613 Books PodcastChaya Baila Leiber and her book Who Wears a Yarmulke?On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is author and editor Chaya Baila Leiber, the author of “Who Wears a Yarmulke?”
This children’s book is a bright and fun read for little kids, their parents and grandparents. Meet Yudi, who is growing accustomed to wearing his first yarmulke just before his upsherin. Chaya Baila talks about the making of this book, and reveals the real-life youngster Yudi is based on.
PLUS, Chaya Baila gives us a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how some big and small decisions are made at Menucha Publishers – a fascinating chat for book readers who ma...
2024-06-0519 min613 Books PodcastDr. Sara Markowitz and Kosher ADHDOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Dr. Sara Markowitz, the co-author of “Kosher ADHD.” Among the topics they discuss are strategies for how someone with ADHD can overcome difficulties with prayer, Shabbat, Torah study, and other central aspects of Judaism.
“Kosher ADHD” offers a practical yet creative approach on how to transform the chaos of ADHD into a fulfilling Torah-observant lifestyle. Synthesizing Jewish insight and sensitivities with contemporary psychological theories and research, Drs. Simcha Chesner and Sara Markowitz provide all who struggle with ADHD – parents, teachers, children, adults, and therapists – with structured guidelines to empower the ADHD i...
2024-05-2945 min613 Books PodcastRiva Pomerantz and her Novel Take 2On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Riva Pomerantz, the author of “Take Two.”
Riva talks about the book’s deep dive into the tumultuous shana rishona (first year of marriage) of Aryeh and Miri Kleinerman, their in-laws, and a world of secrets that crosses generations and boundaries in shalom bayis (household harmony).
*** SPECIAL OFFER ALERT! *** Exclusive to “613 Books” Podcast listeners, Menucha Publishers offers a 15% DISCOUNT on Riva Pomerantz’s book “Take 2!” Listen to this episode for details!
PLUS: Riva updates us about the offerings at her exciting venture Skill Nosh, the online learning platform that offers courses al...
2024-05-2225 min
613 Books PodcastWhat’s on Authors’ Reading Tables!? Part 2In this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean welcomes back a few esteemed authors who were Heather’s featured guests over the course of Season 1, as well as a rebbetzin, to tell us about the books that are on their reading table.
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Show Notes:
Featured guests
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Rebbetzin Bat-Chen Grossman
Website: https://connectedforreal.com/
Connected For Real Podcast: https://connectedforreal.com/podcast-2/
Reading Table Selection: Rabbi Avi Grossman’s “Haggadat Hapesah: For use at a Seder with a Korban Pesach”
Link to purchase on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.c...
2024-04-1013 min
613 Books PodcastLesley Kaplan and the Small Business Success Toolbox & GuideOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Lesley Kaplan, a business strategy, branding and goal-achieving coach, who is also the author of “Small Business Success Toolbox & Guide.”
Drawing from several decades’ experience running her own successful businesses (product and service) Lesley defines and explains the importance of having a U.S.P. (unique selling proposition); a concise explanatory “elevator pitch;” a concept called “creating a buyer or customer persona;” and a prioritizing time management technique called “Eat That Frog.”
Lesley downloads loads more practical insights in this interview, so get ready to build your biz!
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2024-03-2039 min613 Books PodcastJudy Gruen and her memoir Bylines and BlessingsOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Judy Gruen, the author of “Bylines and Blessings: Overcoming Obstacles, Striving for Excellence, and Redefining Success.” Judy says that she writes to find meaning, hope, and laughter in a complicated world. Her first memoir is the acclaimed "The Skeptic and the Rabbi." Just has also written three humor books, one of which is a multiple-award winner.
Judy and Heather discuss a variety of storied vignettes from “Bylines and Blessings,” her early work as a reporter and editor, and eye-opening experience at the elite school of journalism she attended, her lifelong a...
2024-03-0630 min613 Books PodcastMindy Blumenfeld and her book Hillel and the Paper MenschiesOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Mindy Blumenfeld, the author of “Hillel and the Paper Menschies,” a book for children (that the rest of us will enjoy!) based on the actual experiences of young Hillel Blumenfeld z”l who was diagnosed with cancer when he was six years old.
This book is co-written by Marc Luber, who is also the book’s illustrator. The words and pictures in Hillel and the Paper Menschies” take us on a journey before, during and after the main character’s diagnosis, teaching us creative and thoughtful lessons about resilience and the...
2024-02-2825 min613 Books PodcastMenachem Weinreb and the release of Mystical Matters from the Bible and BeyondThis week’s featured guest on “613 Books Podcast” is Menachem Weinreb, Creative Director of Mishpacha Magazine. His newly-published ingeniously artful book, “Mystical Matters from the Bible and Beyond” was previewed on this podcast last summer when it was still in manuscript form. Back then, host Heather Dean predicted this book just might be The Next Big Thing, given all of its bold and whimsical illustrations, fanciful factoids, and surprising tales from the Talmud.
Enjoy hearing from Menachem about the intricacies of making this book and the “joys” of shipping it to dozens of Kickstarter backers and other buyers, as well as a dramatic...
2024-02-2121 min
613 Books PodcastAhava Ehrenpreis and her books My Special Uncle and More than SpecialOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Ahava Ehrenpreis, the celebrated author of “On My Own…but Not Alone,” “More than Special: Perspectives from the World of Special Needs,” and “My Special Uncle.”
Ahava is the mother of Saadya, a”h, a young man with Down syndrome. Her experiences raising him were the basis for her popular and well-received articles and her two most recent books. His tragic passing from COVID-19 provided the impetus for “My Special Uncle,” which serves as a tribute to his sincere and ever-present assertion to everyone he knew that “it’s going to be okay!”
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2024-01-2409 min613 Books PodcastWhat’s on Authors’ Reading Tables!? Part 1In this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean welcomes back a few esteemed authors who were Heather’s featured guests over the course of Season 1 to tell us about the books that are on their reading table.
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Featured authors:
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Bracha Goetz, author of “Nourish the Soul” and 41 Jewish children's books
Bracha’s Reading Table selection: “Ein Od Milvado, Divine Providence, Hashgacha Peratis: God’s Intimate Involvement In Our Daily Lives” by Kenneth Ephraim Pinczower
To Purchase “Ein Od Milvado” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Milvado-Divine-Providence-Hashgacha-Peratis-ebook/dp/B09NJSG6G1
To Purchase a r...
2024-01-1711 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Alexander Seinfeld and his book Body & SoulOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld, Executive Director if Jewish Spiritual Literacy, Inc (JSLI). He is the co-author of Body & Soul: The Torah Path to Health, Fitness, and a Holy Life. This book is a collection of over one-hundred-eighty major Torah teachings, some of which appear in translation for the first time. Heather asks Rabbi Seinfeld about the authentically Jewish approach to intermittent fasting; proper sleep and the “power nap;” and Rabbi Seinfeld’s findings about the sugary treats we give our kids. Body & Soul covers a wide range of health-related topics throu...
2024-01-1027 min613 Books PodcastSarah Shapiro and Her Book Audience of OneIn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with Sarah Shapiro about her book, “Audience of One,” a collection of short stories. Sarah’s eclectic topics and ponderings are boldly honest yet written in a breezy yet contemplative manner that makes writing about ourselves seem easy. But it’s not! Sarah’s choices in phrasing, structure and tone keep us readers riveted, going places we didn’t think the author would take us.
Heather and Sarah delve into stories from the book about aging, being authentic, navigating whether to talk about Gd to an atheist relative, and poignant memories of Sara...
2023-12-2728 min
613 Books PodcastBarbara Bensoussan and her novel Pride and PreferenceIn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with journalist and Mishpacha Magazine contributor Barbara Bensoussan about her novel, “Pride & Preference,” a frum homage to the Jane Austen classic, “Pride and Prejudice.”
The episode begins with an exploration of an essay Barbara published in Mishpacha magazine as a call to achdus in light of the massacre on October 7 and a personal tragedy that struck Barbara’s family seven years prior.
Barbara and Heather also discuss a variety of modern-day conundrums that occur in the lives of Barbara’s characters which mirror modern-day shidduch circles.
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2023-12-2016 min613 Books PodcastBracha Goetz on her Memoir and Books for ChildrenIn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with bestselling author of over 40 children’s books Bracha Goetz about her memoir (for grown-up readers), “Nourish the Soul” as well as quite a bit of her other written work. In “Nourish the Soul,” Bracha openly reveals her quest for the Truth, her struggles with food and how she overcame them with joy, as well as other well-earned insights.
Bracha also speaks about her breakthrough books for families, “Let’s Stay Safe,” and “Talking About Personal Privacy,” which offer children and parents insights about inappropriate touching and abuse, written sensitively and honestly in a way th...
2023-12-0620 min613 Books PodcastRebbetzin Rochel Miller and her book The Simchah of MarriageRebbetzin Rochel Miller is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, discussing her new book, The Simchah of Marriage.
Rebbetzin Miller spent her first eleven years in Israel learning the secrets of the eternal Jewish home with Rebbetzin Talya Helfer in a course based on the Hebrew-language sefer Ohel Rochel.
Realizing that this precious learning was missing in the English-speaking world, Rebbetzin Miller was inspired to share her learning through teaching.
Her classes, based on the wisdom from the sefer Ohel Rochel began in Jerusalem twenty-five years ago. They have been called “life-changing,” “healing,” and “medicine for our generati...
2023-11-2227 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Gershon Schusterman and his book Why God WhyRabbi Gershon Schusterman, author of "Why God Why," joins host Heather Dean for this episode of “613 Books” podcast to discuss such timely topics as coping with tragedy, upheaval, and loss on a personal level as well as on a National level as the Jewish Nation is challenged with historic levels of anti-Semitism and the State of Israel at war.
Rabbi Schusterman’s depth of understanding of Jewish Philosophy and friendly manner make for an impactful interview that will help listeners grow toward a hopeful, future-oriented perspective - because life is meant to be lived!
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2023-11-0818 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Ilan Halberstadt and his book Think BigLondon-based Rabbi Ilan Halberstadt joins host Heather Dean for this episode of “613 Books” podcast, describing the mood of his Jewish community. Just as in any of the world’s great metropolises, Jewish people everywhere feel vulnerable and uncertain while Israel is at war with Hamas.
The teen years are perpetual times of uncertainty and insecurity: the centuries-old battle with the yetzer ha-ra and other challenges. Based on his teachings from his book, “Think Big: The Torah Path for The Teenage Male,” Rabbi Halberstadt offers insights about how we are tested by Gd and which kinds of tests merit His Divine assistance...
2023-10-1818 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz on the Simcha of SukkotRabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz has returned to “613 Books” Podcast as host Heather Dean’s featured guest, this time to get into the festivities of Sukkot. That includes explaining exactly why Sukkot is considered the happiest time on the Jewish calendar, and how this fits in with the Jewish definition of Happiness.
And if the weather is too inclement in your part of the world to dwell in a sukka, Rabbi Tatz illuminates how you can still be b’simcha on the festival.
PLUS author and lecturer Sara Blau tells us about the inspiring book on her reading table!
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2023-09-2713 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz on Teshuva and Viduiy of Yom KippurRabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz is back on “613 Books” Podcast as host Heather Dean’s featured guest, this time to provide insights and ideas we often wonder about regarding Yom Kippur, but hadn’t thought to ask.
Are we expected to intensely ponder each confession of the Viduiy prayer? Are our sins forever erased on Yom Kippur… not to reappear during our Life Review in the next world? How does that work? The answers may surprise you, and better still, ease your concerned mind.
PLUS musician and composer Lenny Solomon tells us about the ground-breaking book on his reading table.
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2023-09-2014 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz on the Malchut of Rosh HashanahWelcoming the New Year with Rabbi Akiva Tatz is already something to celebrate on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast. Producer and Host Heather Dean explores with Rabbi Tatz a variety of concepts about Rosh Hashanah based on his new sefer, “Shabbat and the Festivals,” and his classic “Living Inspired.”
What should we focus on during Rosh Hashanah services and in general throughout this two-day festival? How do we actually celebrate this Day of Judgement knowing that everything for the upcoming year of our lives will be decided over Rosh Hashanah?
Rabbi Tatz addresses our struggles as well as the joy of Rosh Hash...
2023-09-1314 min
613 Books PodcastSlovie Jungreis-Wolff Speaks about the Soul of ParentingSlovie Jungreis-Wolff is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, covering a wide range of parenting topics – with a lot of soul.
Slovie’s legacy as daughter of esteemed Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis a”h, as well as her own training, informs Slovie’s boundless passion for healthy, well-functioning families.
Some of the topics Slovie addresses in this podcast include: overcoming the urge to scroll through your phone while your child is with you, the growing rate of anxiety among today’s young people, and making Judaism come alive for our children.
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2023-09-0623 min613 Books PodcastLiving in the Land by Yoel Berman and the Experiences of Diaspora Jews who Come Home to IsraelHeather Dean’s featured guest in this episode of “613 Books” Podcast is Yoel Berman, who compiled a book called, “Living in the Land: First-hand Accounts of Bnei Torah and their Families.”
Yoel is involved in a variety of initiatives to educate his fellow Jews about the centrality of Eretz Yisrael for all of the Jewish people, as well as about the growing opportunities for those from English-speaking countries who wish to make a home for themselves in the Land of Israel.
“Living in the Land” comprises the first-hand stories of a wide variety of over fifty (!) Diaspora-born Jews who now reside in Eret...
2023-08-3014 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Ben Tzion Shafier and His Book Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples MakeRabbi Ben Tzion Shafier is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, discussing many time-tested and halachically-sourced principles about Jewish marriage contained in his book, Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make.
Rabbi Shafier provides a wealth of solid, achievable and at times surprising advice about how all married couples can strengthen their marriages - whether or not they are experiencing difficulties.
PLUS: Check out the most important two words Rabbi Shafier says you need to have in mind when your spouse does or says something … let’s say .. disappointing.
ALSO: Menachem Weinreb, Creative D...
2023-08-2326 min
613 Books PodcastKim Strassel of The Wall Street Journal talks about The Biden MalaiseSPECIAL EDITION: ISRAEL AND THE NATIONS
Heather Dean’s featured guest in this episode is Kimberley Strassel, The Wall Street Journal’s Editorial Board member and author of THE BIDEN MALAISE: How America Bounces Back from Joe Biden’s Dismal Repeat of the Jimmy Carter Years.
Has the Joe Biden Presidency been good for Israel? … what about the U.S. and the world in general?
Just as Israelis follow the news with a passion, Jewish people everywhere are more aware of current events than ever as we turn to books, newspapers, and almost any media out there to follow an ever-cha...
2023-08-1627 min
613 Books PodcastSpiritual Motivation and Jewish Meditation with Author and Educator Sara BlauWe’re all deep thinkers, right? But who has time to actually meditate? And what is ‘Jewish’ meditation?
Heather Dean’s guest on this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast is educator, international speaker and author Sara Blau, and she has written two incredible books for us to better and more fully meditate on authentic Jewish wisdom that will improve our lives practically and spiritually.
Sara’s book Close to You provides insights about The Tanya and accompanying ideas and affirmations to meditate on. Sara also discusses her book Thoughtstreams which is chock full of inspiration and meditations for the Jewish woman.
Remembe...
2023-08-0926 min
613 Books PodcastChanale Talks about Her Life-long Love of Jewish BooksWhat does your beach bag want between your giant towel and flip-flops? Sunscreen would be it. Baz Luhrmann reference aside, it’s not summer without great summer “reads.” And for listeners of 613 Books Podcast, reading is always in season!
Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or occasional book fancier, you’ll enjoy host Heather Dean’s conversation with acclaimed musician and host of “The Weekly Squeeze,” Chanale, who takes us on a journey through her life-long love of Jewish books and caps off the conversation with recommendations from her eclectic stack of recent books.
Show notes:
Some of Chanale’s Life-long Love of...
2023-08-0217 min
613 Books PodcastExclusive Preview with Menachem Weinreb on Mystical Matters of the Bible and BeyondTHE BOOK FOR EVERYONE’S COFFEE TABLE
This is where artist and Creative Director at Mishpacha Magazine @Menachem Weinreb would like to see his new book “Mystical Matters of the Bible and Beyond” as you’ll hear in his 613 Books Podcast interview with host Heather Dean. This is your very own preview of Heather’s pick for what she predicts will be the next big thing in Jewish books. If you are ready to experience a book that readers of all ages, backgrounds and levels of Talmudic scholarship can enjoy, check out this interview for a fresh read.
Show Notes:
Featured G...
2023-07-1921 min
613 Books PodcastSee You! Riva Pomerantz Bestselling Novel about a Perfectionist’s Imperfect LifeThis episode of 613 Books podcast features host Heather Dean’s interview with bestselling author Riva Pomerantz about her novel, "See You!" Riva talks about crafting the dramatic twists and turns that the newly-widowed protagonist must face despite her headstrong inclination to appear perfect in everyone’s eyes.
*** SPECIAL OFFER ALERT! *** Exclusive to “613 Books” Podcast listeners, Menucha Publishers offers a 15% DISCOUNT on Riva Pomerantz’s book “See yYou!” Listen to this episode for details!
PLUS: Riva tells us about her exciting venture Skill Nosh, the online learning platform that offers courses aligned with Torah observant values. Bite-size brain food; no junk!
REMEMBER to Li...
2023-07-0513 min
613 Books PodcastThat Jewish Moment when we Thank Our Teachers and Tell Jokes with Sari KopitnikoffImaginative images, lessons and jokes (!) are some of the ways author and workshop presenter Sari Kopitnikoff celebrates every Jewish moment. And in the episode of “613 Books” podcast, host Heather Dean finds out from Sari how and why she uses humor and wisdom to create her imaginative and thoroughly Jewish content.
It will be hard for your family to pick just one from her growing collections of books, which include: Todah, Teacher!, Only Kidding!, My Davening Diary, and That Jewish Moment.
PLUS writer and photographer par excellence Sharon Marks Altshul checks in to tell us about the unique book for parents whic...
2023-06-2116 min
613 Books PodcastChanale Talks about the Books Our Children Read at HomeJoining Heather Dean on this special episode of “613 Books” podcast is Chanale Fellig-Harrel, the acclaimed singer, songwriter and popular podcast host of “The Weekly Squeeze with Chanale.” Chanale is on board to talk about the books our children read at home.
Chanale discusses her longtime love of reading and the high value she puts on reading books with her own children (despite parental exhaustions), offering up books with a compelling message and lovely to
The conversation also touches on the impact of the scandal surrounding famed author and therapist Chaim Walder; how it affected parents, children, and the Jewish literary world.
S...
2023-06-1419 min
613 Books PodcastTaking those Three Steps Forward to a More Meaningful Shemoneh Esrei with Rabbi Menechem TenenbaumIn this episode of the 613 Books Podcast, host Heather Dean interviews NCSY Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum about his new book, "Three Steps Forward," which explores the meaning and significance of the Shemoneh Esrei. Rabbi Tenenbaum shares personal stories to connect the teachings of the prayer to real-life experiences and emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's basic needs in order to deepen one's relationship with Hashem.
PLUS: Best-selling author Sherri Mandell tells us about the quietly powerful memoir that’s on her reading table.
Show Notes
Featured Guest Interview: Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum Author of: “Three Steps Forward: Unlocking the Shemoneh Esre...
2023-06-0718 min
613 Books PodcastNavigating the Newlyweds: Incisive Insights and Advice from Riva PomerantzThis encore episode of 613 Books podcast features host Heather Dean’s interview with bestselling author Riva Pomerantz about her book, "Navigating the Newlyweds." Riva talks about the challenges of communication between parents and their newlywed children, as well as the dynamics of in-laws, money, and more.
PLUS: Riva tells us about her exciting venture Skill Nosh, the online learning platform that offers courses aligned with Torah observant values. Bite-size brain food; no junk!
*** TWO AMAZING SPECIAL OFFERS for “613 BOOKS” PODCAST LISTENERS! ***
1) Exclusive to “613 Books” Podcast listeners, Menucha Publishers offers a 15% DISCOUNT on Riva Pomerantz’s book “Navigating the Newlyweds!” Just enter RIVA15 at...
2023-05-3127 min613 Books PodcastOrganized Jewish Life: Your Complete Guidebook by Rebekah SaltzmanIn this encore episode of 613 Books podcast, host Heather Dean interviews author and personal organization expert Rebekah Saltzman about her new book, "Organized Jewish Life: The Essential Guide to Planning Jewish Holidays, Events, and Every Day."
When you have checklists and other tools that Rebekah provides in this essential guidebook, your Jewish life is much more manageable. Shabbat and Holidays, life events and celebrations, even those skills we think of as “adulting,” are all presented in a way you can succeed. All of us can benefit from Rebekah’s practical tips on home organization, bill paying, traveling, emergencies, and decision-making and mo...
2023-05-2416 min
613 Books PodcastThe Kabbalah of Writing with Sherri Mandell“613 Books” podcast producer and host Heather Dean is joined by National Jewish Book Award-winner Sherri Mandell whose most recent book, The Kabbalah of Writing, explains how the 10 Sefirot (the channels of divine creative life force) can be used to develop your writing and give you the power to grow as a person and a writer. Sherri also shares her own painful yet poignant writing journey that grew from her personal anguish when her son Koby was murdered.
Plus, author and personal organization expert Rebekah Saltzman tells us what’s on her reading table.
Show notes:
The Kabbalah of Writing is availa...
2023-05-1715 min
613 Books PodcastA NOVEL IDEA: Thanking Hashem When Things Look BadIn this encore presentation of “613 Books” Podcast, producer and host Heather Dean interviews Naomi Elbinger, co-author of the best-selling novel, Yedidya. Naoimi explains how Yedidya’s journey compares to our own struggles, hope and search for clarity.
Plus, author, educator and artist Sari Kopitnikoff tells us what’s on her reading table.
Show notes:
FEATURED GUEST: Naomi Elbinger, co-author of Yedidya
To purchase Yedidya on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Yedidya-Naomi-Elbinger-ebook/dp/B09324538G
To purchase Yedidya from publisher Feldheim: https://www.feldheim.com/yedidya
Readers' Feedback AND Exclusive Bonus Yediya Content: https://yedidyabook.com/feedback/
Naomi’s direct email address is...
2023-05-1018 min
613 Books PodcastBye-Bye to Bentching Blahs: Tamar Ansh and the Art of the BentchBestselling Author Tamar Ansh is this week’s special guest on 613 Books Podcast to discuss her new book, "Let's Get Bentching!" Your kids and grandkids will love the stories and inspiration Tamar brings alive on every page of her book, which is in fact relevant for ALL readers.
Join host Heather Dean as she finds out what prompted Tamar to write about bentching, and the surprising influence researching for this book has had on its author.
PLUS: Does your mind wander during tefillos? Tamar shares the amazing, sure-fire and easy bit of advice she personally received from a revered Rabbi ab...
2023-05-0314 min613 Books PodcastGetting Real with Author, Dating Mentor and Netflix Star Aleeza Ben ShalomIn this first episode of 613 Books Podcast, Heather Dean interviews author, marriage-minded mentor for singles and the star of the new Netflix series, "Jewish Matchmaking", Aleeza Ben Shalom!
Aleeza shares her insights about effective dating, keeping the momentum going, and weighing old-fashioned vs. modern dynamics.
Also, author Esther Kurtz, creator of “Emunah for Non-Rebbitzens” podcast and Mishpacha magazine columnist tells us what’s on her reading table!
Show Notes:
Buy your copy of Aleeza Ben Shalom’s book, Get Real, Get Married: Get Over your Hurdles and Under the Chuppah: https://aleezabenshalom.com/books/
Watch Aleeza’s Netflix Series, Jewish Matchmakin...
2023-04-2615 min
613 Books PodcastUnstoppable: A Memoir of Resilience and Advocacy - Jodi SamuelsThis special pilot episode of “613 Books” podcast features host Heather Dean’s interview with Jodi Samuels, the author of the memoir "Chutzpah, Wisdom, and Wine: The Journey of an Unstoppable Woman."
Jodi talks about why and how she wrote this book, her unique Jewish journey, and her experiences as a mother of a child with Down syndrome. She shares her struggles to find acceptance in the Jewish community and how she became an unstoppable advocate for inclusion and acceptance of children with disabilities. Jodi also shares her advice for aspiring memoir writers in three legendary words.
As the precursor to Season...
2023-03-3135 min
613 Books PodcastCelebrity Chef Jamie Geller - Scrumptious Breakfast That's Easy to PrepareCelebrity Chef Jamie Geller - Scrumptious Breakfast That's Easy to Prepare by Heather Dean
2020-11-1609 min
613 Books PodcastRosie Einhorn & Sherry Zimmerman: How Do I LookRosie Einhorn & Sherry Zimmerman: How Do I Look by Heather Dean
2020-03-2511 min613 Books PodcastRabbi David Aaron on How To Get Our Prayers AnsweredRabbi David Aaron on How To Get Our Prayers Answered by Heather Dean
2020-03-1809 min613 Books PodcastCelebrity Chef Jamie Geller on PurimCelebrity Chef Jamie Geller on Purim by Heather Dean
2020-03-0407 min613 Books PodcastRabbi Eitiel Goldwicht on How to Find and Sustain True LoveRabbi Eitiel Goldwicht on How to Find and Sustain True Love by Heather Dean
2020-02-1911 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi David Schoonmaker on Parenting with EnthusiasmRabbi David Schoonmaker on Parenting with Enthusiasm by Heather Dean
2020-02-1211 min
613 Books PodcastLeah Cheirif on Connecting with Ourselves and Our SpouseLeah Cheirif on Connecting with Ourselves and Our Spouse by Heather Dean
2020-01-2908 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Berel Wein on Teaching Leadership Skills to Our ChildrenRabbi Berel Wein on Teaching Leadership Skills to Our Children by Heather Dean
2020-01-1510 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Dovid Orlofsky on MillennialsRabbi Dovid Orlofsky on Millennials by Heather Dean
2020-01-0711 min
613 Books PodcastAleeza Ben Shalom on Men's & Women's Roles on DatesAleeza Ben Shalom on Men's & Women's Roles on Dates by Heather Dean
2020-01-0110 min
613 Books PodcastChaya Malka Abramson on Chanukah SafetyChaya Malka Abramson on Chanukah Safety by Heather Dean
2019-12-2511 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Yom Tov Glaser on Speaking with ConfidenceRabbi Yom Tov Glaser on Speaking with Confidence by Heather Dean
2019-12-1110 min
613 Books PodcastRebbetzin Tziporah Heller on TechnologyRebbetzin Tziporah Heller on Technology by Heather Dean
2019-11-2710 min
613 Books PodcastDina Coopersmith on the Power of the Jewish WomanDina Coopersmith on the Power of the Jewish Woman by Heather Dean
2019-11-1310 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Berel Wein on How to Speak to our Children about G-dRabbi Wein joins Heather Dean for this week's "At Home in Jerusalem" on Aish.com to discuss the key principles we should discuss with our children about G-d.
2017-12-2708 min
613 Books PodcastRabbi Berel Wein on Yom KippurRabbi Wein joins Heather Dean for this week's "At Home in Jerusalem" on Aish.com to discuss why Yom Kippur is our "reset button". http://www.aish.com/h/hh/yom-kippur/theme/PODCAST-Yom-Kippur-Gods-Reset-Button.html
2017-09-1908 min
613 Books PodcastRebbetzin Heller on Having an Effective ElulOn this premiere edition of Aish.com’s “At Home in Jerusalem” podcast, host Heather Dean is
on location at the home of Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller. Now that the Jewish month of Elul is underway,
Rebbetzin Heller discusses the unique opportunities Elul brings: breaking through the impediments of
our relationships, knowing that we are not defined by our limitations, and creating opportunities for our
future!
2017-08-2707 min