Shows
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumInspired Healing: A Mother's Story of Transforming Grief into Self-Discovery & Purpose w/ Rachel Berenzweig & Devorah BuxbaumRachel Berenzweig is a motivational speaker and creator of the weekly video series “Sparkles of Shabbat”. Known for her warmth, kindness, compassion and humor, Rachel connects authentically as she shares her reflections and insights on spirituality, resilience, optimism and joy. She has spoken for a wide-range of audiences including several Jewish womens’ learning and outreach programs with Rebbetzin Devorah Buxbaum of the LEV Experience.Rachel previously worked as a Human Resources Manager for Accenture and also served a three-year term as Co-President of the Sisterhood of Congregation B’nai Tzedek in Potomac, Maryland. Rachel lives with her beloved hu...
2026-01-041h 00
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumAvigail Steinharter: Breath, Body, & Soul- A Personal Journey of Self-Discovery through Yoga, Breathwork, and Somatic Healing (with Devorah Buxbaum)Avigail Steinharter is a Torah teacher, yoga instructor, breathwork facilitator, and somatic practitioner. After decades of teaching and mentoring, and her own physical health journey, Avigail realized how many people are carrying unspoken pain, living disconnected from their truth, and just trying to get by. She found her own way to healing through Holotropic Breathwork, Somatic Regulation Training, and yoga and now helps others do the same.---Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels:
2025-07-021h 12
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumWhat Astrology Taught Me About Myself and What It Can Show You! Featuring Yitzchok A. Pinkesz, Kosher AstrologerYitzchok A. Pinkesz is a Torah-observant astrologer who has been practicing astrology in accordance with the Torah for over 15 years. His fascination with personal transformation led to extensive research in Jewish philosophy, psychology, and astrology. He is thrilled to align all three of his passions in his new book, Kosher Astrology: A Jewish Guide To Celestial Wisdom. Kosher Astrology is available on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/195237085X/Kosher Astrology website: https://kosherastro.com Follow KosherAstro on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kosherastro/ Subscribe to the Kos...
2025-06-041h 19
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Hidden Meaning of the Shavuot Customs and the Kabbalah of Dairy [Repost]This fascinating class was originally given on Zoom in May 2021. The class delves into the deeper meaning of the customs of Shavuot and what they all have in common and the hidden message of milk.---Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels:Facebook: @ShlomobuxbaumInstagram: @shlomobuxbaumYouTube: @levexperienceOrder Rabbi Shlomo' books: The Four Elements of an Empowered Life: A Guidebook to Discovering Your Inner World and Unique Purpose...
2025-05-2734 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumBeneath the Surface of Sefirat HaOmer, Lag B'Omer, and Jewish Meditation with R' Daniel Bortz, The Millennial RabbiRabbi Daniel Bortz, aka The Millennial Rabbi, is the founding director of Soul X, a New York based community for young professionals offering immersive experiences in the most beautifully curated settings, to nurture mind, body & soul. He is also the author of "Beneath The Surface: How to Live a Life of Purpose in Tune with Your Soul". --Related episodes:Healing Through the Energy of Sefirat Ha'Omer with Benji Elson, Author of "Dance of the Omer"From the Fire of Lag B'Omer to the Fire of Shavuot: Reflections from my Israel Adventure---
2025-05-1457 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumModern Life Hacks from Ancient Tzfat: How to Level Up Your Body and Soul featuring Nachman HoffmanNachman (Nathan) Hoffman is the Founder of “Only Up. A community of Go-Getters, looking to change the world through each person’s unique purpose.” which offers coaching, speaking, leadership development, and tools to navigate the physical and spiritual worlds while achieving success in every aspect of your life.He is an entrepreneur who has launched and led several businesses in the US and In Israel, he is formerly the CEO of the Galilee culinary Institute, where he was responsible for the launching and successfully leading the GCI by JNF.He also has a personal trainers certifi...
2025-05-0455 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSefirat HaOmer, Daily Growing, and the Three Pillars to Authentic Jewish Unity with R' Arieh FriednerRabbi Arieh Friedner is the COO of Daily Giving, a platform uniting tens of thousands of Jews through the power of $1-a-day tzedaka. A seasoned Jewish educator and community builder, he previously led NCSY in Cleveland and founded Torah Institute Beyond Campus. Rabbi Friedner is also the author of "Common Ground: Unlocking the Secret of Jewish Unity", and brings a fresh, relatable voice to conversations around Jewish identity, giving and connection. ---Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev...
2025-04-221h 09
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Yisroel Majeski: The Deepest Kind of Joy- An Adar and Purim Message for Times of UncertaintyRabbi Yisroel Majeski lives in Los Angeles, California with his wife and children, where he serves the greater San Fernando Valley as the Rabbi of Lev Simcha, as well as the head of the Valley Night Kollel. He is a Rabbi at Valley Torah high school , and senior lecturer for Los Angeles Jewish Experience (LAJ), an innovative outreach center in Los Angeles. He is one of the Head Counselors of Camp Agudah. He has tangible success in exciting both youth and adults in all areas of life.Similar Episodes:Meir Kay: Real Life Lessons...
2025-03-021h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum"The Improv Therapist", Yehuda Alcabes: Live More Creatively, Laugh More Frequently, & Have Great Conversations with AnybodyYehuda "Juda" Alcabes has masterfully blended the worlds of therapy and improv, creating a unique synergy that combines the clinical with the comical. As a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, he specializes in addiction and trauma. Juda is also an accomplished comedian, improviser, and musician. His improv classes and workshops enhances spontaneity, adaptability, and communication skills. You can find him at theimprovtherapist.com---Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels:
2025-02-1855 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSecrets of Tu B'Shvat: The Art of Living & Learning from the Earth featuring Avigail and Eli SapirAvigail (Abbey) and Eli Sapir came to Israel with a dream of reconnecting with their Jewish agricultural roots. They have a strong passion to share the Earth’s gift with others, which is why they started Havat Iyar, an organic farm meant to facilitate meaningful experiences that come with a healthy lifestyle and building community. Though they no longer live on the farm, they continue to spread the values of permaculture and loving the Land of Israel.
Abby is also an artist and creates courses in art spirituality. You can learn about here work here: https://avigailsapir.co...
2025-02-0556 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumC Lanzbom and Noah Solomon: The Adventures of SoulFarm, How Two Legendary Musicians Revolutionized Jewish MusicNoah Solomon and Grammy Award winner C Lanzbom first met in Israel in a little village called Modii’m (founded by the late Shlomo Carlebach) in the early 90’s where they both were living at the time. After performing around Israel for a few years with their own band and accompanying Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, they moved to NYC where they formed the group Inasense; later becoming Soulfarm. The band quickly gained a strong and loyal following due to their exciting live shows and extensive touring schedule. Noah & C have been also tour as a Duo. They have been bringing out a...
2025-01-1945 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumDating Coach Rachel Burnham: Answers to the Most Important Dating Questions on your Mind (with Devorah Buxbaum)How should we address fertility concerns?
How important is physical attraction?
What to do if one of the dating parties wants to have a physical contant during dating and the other does not?
How long should a couple date for?
How important is chemistry vs. checklists?
In this fabulous conversation, dating coach and expert Rachel Burnham answers a long list of questions sent in by our audiences, providing fabulous advice for anyone looking to tie the knot in 2025! This episode also features Devorah Buxbaum, who brings her own coaching expereinces to the conversation.
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2025-01-061h 23
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' DovBer Pinson: Illuminating Jewish Prayer and Menorah MeditationsRav Pinson is a world-renowned Rabbi, scholar, author, teacher and spiritual mentor. He has been hailed as one of the most important teachers of the generation, and is widely recognized as one of the world's foremost authorities on authentic Jewish wisdomThrough his books, lectures and seminars he has touched and inspired the lives of thousands the world over, and continues to serve as a mentor to many thousands of students across the globe.Rav Pinson has authored over 60 books and Sefarim, many of which have been translated into...
2024-12-2944 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumAuthor Channah Cohen: Chanukah- Fact, Fiction, and Testimony to the Flame of the Jewish SpiritChannah Cohen is an Educator for Yavneh Young Professionals, the leadership division of the OU's Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus. She teaches weekly Torah classes in Silver Spring, where she lives with her husband and children, and runs the podcast Moral Leadership Bootcamp. She is also the author of the brand-new historical fiction, Gaurdians of the Flame.
In this episode, we dissect the Chanukah story to see where it all comes from and understand what parts of the story are meant to be historical and what parts are meant to give over a deeper message of inspiration.
2024-12-1851 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumNachi Gordon, Founder/CEO of Meaningful Minute: What it takes to create the Jewish world's most meaningful mediaNachi Gordon is the founder and CEO of Meaningful Minute, the Orthodox Jewish world's most popular media company that produces daily viral videos, social media content and multiple podcasts including the #1 charted podcast of the Jewish world, the Meaningful People Podcast, of which he is the co-host.
In this conversation, we discuss what it takes to create content that really connects deeply with people, how to approach difficult and contraversial topics, and the importance of authenticity.
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2024-12-0854 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumTears, Laughter, Heroes, and Sheroes: Reflections from Devorah and the participants of our most recent Israel adventureIn the beginning of November 2024, Devorah Buxbaum travelled to Israel with a group of women from our organization, The Lev Experience. The participants were a mix of women from all Jewish backgrounds. In this episode, we hear their stories of meeting heroes from October 7th, wives of soldiers, visiting the Nova site and the cities that were attacked, and dancing in the streets of Tel Aviv. We also hear their personal stories and how visiting Israel affected them personally and spiritually.
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2024-11-241h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumTherapist/Wilderness Guru, Yossi Sirote: Stepping Out of Your Box- The Pitfalls of Black/White ThinkingRabbi Yossi Sirote, LCSW is a psychotherapist who has been counseling individuals, families, and groups for the past 26 years. His specialty is working with adult men who are struggling with relationships and life transitions. He has extensive training in therapeutic wilderness survival and is the founder and director of Yaalozu Wilderness Program for young men. Additionally, he spent many years working at Arms Acres and The SAFE Foundation, with individuals and family members of individuals struggling with process of addiction and recovery.
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2024-11-111h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSukkot, The Deeper Meaning of the 4 Species, & The 4 Elements of our Inner WorldThis episode was originally posted in September 2021. It was part of a series of virtual talks based on Rabbi Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life". This talk was given on September 23rd, 2021 during the intermediary days of Sukkot. Rabbi Buxbaum discusses the deeper meaning of the mitzvah to wave the 4 species of Sukkot- the Lulav, esrog, Hadassim, and Aravos- and how these four species are connected to the 4 elements.
You can purchase "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" on Amazon, or wherever Jewish books are sold. You can also purchase Rabbi Buxbaum's second b...
2024-10-2052 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumHow to Manifest a New Year of Abundance: A Kabbalistic Approach Feat. R. Yaakov CohenRabbi Yaakov Cohen is the author of the incredible book, "The Jewish Guide to Manifesting". Born and raised in California, he attended Cal State University, Northridge, where he studied philosophy and psychology. He learned Kabbalah under one of the great Kabbalists of Yerushalayim, his late father-in-law, Rabbi Shabtai Teicher.
Rabbi Cohen has taught seminars and lectures on Kabbalah, mysticism, and Chassidic thought in both America and Israel, and he currently resides with his family in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Israel.
2024-10-081h 00
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumYour New Life Mission for the New Year: Talk for Project Inspire MindflexThis is a recording of a zoom learning session led by Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum for Project Inspire's Mindflex program on 9/24/2024. We deep dive into topics related to Rosh Hashana including how to discover your life mission for the New Year.
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The Four Elements of an Empowered Life: A Guidebook to Discovering Your Inner World and Unique Purpose
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The Four Elements of Inner Freedom: The Exodus Story as a Model fo
2024-09-2721 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR. Tzvi Teitelbaum: Return & Reenergize- How to Prepare for High Holidays and an Incredible Life(Note: Unfortunately, due to technical issues, the sound quality of this episode is not of the usual quality of the EJL podcast. But the quality of the content more than makes up for it.)
Rabbi Zvi Teitelbaum is a passionate and inspiring educator and spiritual teacher for DC young Jews for over 25 years. He founded Mesorah DC after recognizing the great untapped potential of the young professional demographic. He helped re-open the doors at Sixth & I and usher in a spiritual renaissance to DC with popular classes and events.
Rabbi Teitelbaum over the years has...
2024-09-171h 04
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Yom Tov Glaser: The Deep Work of Elul to Discover the Possible You!Rabbi Yom Tov Glaser, often know as the surfing Rabbi or mountain biking rabbi, is a senior Rabbi at Aish HaTorah’s World Center in the Old City of Jerusalem and lectures for groups and organizations worldwide. Few people can hold a crowd’s attention as Rabbi Yom Tov can, regardless of his audience’s age or level of Jewish observance.
In 2002, Rabbi Glaser founded the internationally acclaimed Possible You Seminar, a week-long self-transformation experience, which he offers both in Jerusalem and abroad.
Rabbi Glaser now resides in Jerusalem with his wife, Leah, and their childre...
2024-09-0455 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' David Aaron: How do you know if God loves you? Decoding the meaning of Jewish FaithRabbi David Aaron [www.rabbidavidaaron.com], is a visionary educator who offers a life-changing view about Jewish life. Rabbi Aaron is founded and dean of Yeshivat Orayta and Isralight in the Old City, and the author of several best–selling books including Endless Light, Seeing G-d, Living a Joyous Life, The Secret Life of G-d and The G-d Powered Life. He has reached millions through appearances on national media.
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2024-08-1859 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Shlomo & Devorah Reflect on Summer Travel, Reawakening you Inner Teen, and the "Three Weeks of Mourning" in the Jewish CalendarAfter a month of traveling and running summer programs in some of the most beautiful parts of the country, Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah reflect on lessons learned and inspiration that was shared. This episode also explores the "three weeks of mourning" in the Jewish calendar, which is the time period between the fasts of the 17th of Tamuz and the 9th of Av.
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2024-08-0439 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPesach Rothberg: Co-Founder of CareBnB, Narrative Therapist, Energy Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher, Hebrew Scribe, & Superdad of Nine ChildrenBorn in Mississippi and raised in Hollywood, Florida, Pesach attended the University of Florida where he received a Bachelors degree in Exercise & Sport Sciences and a Masters in Sport Management. It was during this extraordinary period of time that Pesach – who, up until this point was known exclusively as “Zach” – had a spiritual awakening and subsequently made Aliyah to Israel.
Pesach is a Narrative Therapist, Energy Practitioner, and the co-founder of CareBnB, a "home away from home" with a range of services that include 1:1 narrative therapy, coaching, EFT Tapping, energy therapy, and veggie-focused cooking lessons. His greatest accomplis...
2024-06-251h 06
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPaula & Aaron's Spiritual Journey: Conversion Conundrums, Israel Adventures, & How to Find Your Own Path Without Abandoning Your Loved OnesWhen Paula met Aaron, she had already made the decision that she wanted to convert to Judaism but never would she have imagined how far their journey would take them. Aaron was on a journey of his own, a search that had taken him all the way to Thailand, trying to figure out what his Jewish identity met to him.
In this special episode of the podcast, Rabbi Buxbaum interviews Paula and Aaron, who later became his students, in their home in Jerusalem. Together they discuss how their journey and unfolded and what lessons...
2024-06-1651 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumFrom the Fire of Lag B'Omer to the Fire of Shavuot: Reflections from my Israel AdventureIn this special episode, Rabbi Shlomo shares about his recent trip to Israel with his son, Moshe, for Lag B'Omer. This episode explores the deeper meaning of Lag B'Omer and how it can help us connect in a much deeper way to Shavuot and the Sinai Experience. We also explore the symbolism of water and fire and how they are both used in Jewish spirituality.
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Links to past Shavuot episodes:
Shavuot: Standing at Mt. Sinai and How to Have a Spiritual Experience:
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/g3J1jZX8...
2024-06-0934 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumWellness Coach Alexa Eden: How to Discover Inner Peace & Manage Technology in a World the Doesn't Stop BuzzingAlexa Eden is a Jewish Thought Leader, Mindful Technology Strategist, and Urban/Corporate Wellness Coach, working with individuals, and organizations to help, heal, and develop their soul self by focusing primarily on the relationship we, and our youth, have with technology, and establish clear, sacred and motivating boundaries to support our ultimate evolution.
Her efforts integrate a variety of tools, from Torah teachings, to natural healing, nutrition, trauma-informed meditation, movement, and, most notably, technology addiction. Her goal is to support as many of today’s Jewish youth with the tools, resources, and education needed to #strikeabalance and #Ret...
2024-05-2959 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Dovid'l Weinberg: Energy of the Omer & How to Transform Ideas into Art, Music into Prayer, and Small Talk into InspirationRav Dovid'l Weinberg is an educator, musician, and author living in Jerusalem. He is a Rabbi at Yeshivat Orayta in the Old City of Yerushalayim and the author of "Birth of the Spoken Word: Personal Prayer as the Goal of Creation" among other books.
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Enjoyed this episode? Here are some other episodes that relate to the period of Sefiras Ha'Omer:
Lag B'Omer with Zevi Slavin: The Zohar, Kabbalah Conundrums, and the Mysticism that Unites Us
Lag B'Omer: The birth of Kabbalah and its place within Judaism
The Omer & The Mystical...
2024-05-201h 15
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumCoach Ratner: The Playbook to Achieve Wealth, Energy, and Infinite RelationshipsDaniel Ratner AKA Coach Ratner is a former coin dealer turned motivational speaker and author. For many years, Daniel traded in hundreds of millions of dollars of rare gold and silver coins, amassing a wealth of knowledge and experience along the way. Now, Daniel uses his expertise to inspire and motivate others to reach their full potential in all areas of their lives.
With four books under his belt, Daniel is an accomplished author and sought-after speaker on topics such as personal growth, wealth creation, relationships, and spirituality. His unique insights and captivating speaking style have...
2024-05-1255 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumComic, Author, Marketer, and Rabbi, Daniel Steinberg: Navigating Spiritual and Financial Hardships and Rediscovering Your PurposeDaniel Steinberg was an intern for SNL, wrote for Howard Stern, & spent 2 years performing stand-up comedy in NYC and San Francisco clubs before moving to Palo Alto, CA to pursue a career in community outreach & Jewish education.After 6 years of community-building work, he assumed the role of Marketing Director for a start-up co-founded by Alan Dershowitz. He then went on to start a digital marketing & e-commerce consultancy, where my innovative storytelling & copywriting skills helped his clients earn upwards of $1MM in yearly revenue. These days, he draws on his eclectic experiences in the worlds of entertainment, education an...
2024-05-051h 00
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumMarriage Coach Rivke Gardner: The 5 Essential Tools to Have Your Needs Met in Relationships (with Devorah Buxbaum)After 18 years of intensive study and training, marriage coach Rivke Gardner is the creator of the Marriage Transformation Course, an approach to marriage that combines Jewish teachings with internal work to uncover the deepest layers of who we are and to actualize who we want to be as spouses. Recognized by many of today's Jewish leaders as one of the top marriage coaches in the Jewish world, Rivke mentors many marriage professionals and influencers in her approach in how to create better marriages.
Related episodes:
Dr. Binyamin Tepfer: Sacred Sexuality- Wisdom for...
2024-03-2559 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumA Neo-Nazi Turned Faithful Jew’s Guide to Repairing the World- Featuring Frank MeeinkFrank Meeink is a renowned speaker, author, and activist, widely recognized for his efforts in combating racial hatred and extremism. Meeink is the author of "Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead," and his story has been featured in numerous documentaries and news outlets, including Steven Spielberg’s "Why We Hate," and on major networks such as CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, MTV, VH1, BET, and NPR, highlighting his expertise and experiences in the field of hate group dynamics and reform.
In addition to his literary contributions, Meeink has been an active voice in community outreach and education. He has spoken widely abo...
2024-03-171h 09Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPurim: The Key to Happiness and the Power of Being PresentThis episode was originally recorded and posted in 2021 as a live Zoom class. In honor of the Jewish month of Adar, Rabbi Shlomo discusses joy and happiness and how they are rooted in one's ability to be completely present in whatever activity they are doing.
Other Purim related episodes:
The Depth of Purim (Part 1): The Doubt before the Breakthrough
The Depth of Purim (Part 2): Esther's Hidden Mission
The Depth of Purim (Part 3): Wine, Women, and the Garden of Eden
Barry Shore, The Ambassador...
2024-03-1032 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumLove and War: Lessons From the Frontline of Gaza to the Frontline of Congress with Benaya CherlowIn this very special episode, we hear the fascinating firsthand account of Benaya Cherlow, an IDF reservist who was working on Capital Hill on October 7th. He immediately travelled back to Israel, where he fought first on the Lebanon border and then in Gaza. His story is one of love, pain, heroism, and healing, and provides a perspective on the war through the lens of someone that experienced it firsthand. After returning from Gaza, Benaya organized a delegation to meet with members of congress to bridge the gap between American and Israeli politics. We discuss his work on this...
2024-03-0558 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumRoi Assaraf, The Nova Massacre Survivor who is Inspiring the World (Live Event Recording)This is a special episode of the EJL podcast featuring a recording of a live event with Nova Survivor, Roi Assaraf. The event was held on Monday, 2/26/2024 at the iHeartRadio Soundstage in Rockville, Md.
The event was facilitated by Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and translated by Tamar Epstein. Roi's story begins about 7 minutes and 10 seconds into the episode.
The full video of the presentation including the musical segments (which are edited out here) can be found on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/iv68lbyINdE?feature=shared
2024-02-281h 10
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumMeir Kay: Real Life Lessons in Finding Joy in a Dark World (co-hosted with Devorah Buxbaum)In honor of the Jewish month of Adar, the month of joy, here is a repost of a conversation about joy that was originally posted February 2022.
Meir Kay, is a filmmaker and Internet sensation whose viral videos have amassed over 350 million views and his social media presence has upwards of one million followers. He makes videos that focus on spreading positivity, emphasize the importance of being happy and showcase random acts of kindness. He is also a marathon runner, world traveler, motivational speaker, social activist and mental health advocate.
If you enjoyed this episode, we h...
2024-02-131h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Moshe Zeldman: One People. One Mission. How to unify and galvanize world Jewry!R' Moshe Zeldman is a world renowned lecturer who has been sharing teachings on Torah and Jewish philosophy to audiences in over 25 countries around the world. He is a former senior lecturer at Aish HaTorah and the former founder of Core18 Leaders Lab. Most recently, he founded "Meet the Israelis",
an innovative program that exposes participants to the cultural, ethnic, and political diversity of Israeli society by facilitating open dialogue with Israelis from across the political and religious spectrum. He is also the host of the Shmoozing podcast.
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2024-02-0757 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumRabbi/Musician Raz Hartman: Transcending Labels, Finding Your Voice, and How to Create a Space for Vibrant PrayerRabbi Raz Hartman is a teacher of chassidut and spirituality in many Torah institutions throughout Israel. He is also the founder and former spiritual leader of the world-famous "Va-ani Tefilah" Synagogue in Jerusalem. After meeting Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach while studying music in university, Raz began a journey to discover his Jewish roots and channel his musical gifts towards creating heartful, meditative, and spiritual music that would touch the souls of all who hear. He is a pianist, songwriter, and singer who has recorded three studio albums and has appeared as a guest on countless others.
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2024-01-3055 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumJenna Zadaka: Tu B'Shevat & Spiritual Journeys- How to Strengthen Your Roots and Branch OutJenna Zadaka is a celebrated teacher of Jewish Mysticism, Yoga, and Mindfulness, who has creatively infused Jewish mystic teachings from the cyclical Hebrew calendar into wellness practices for over 10 years. She is the Jewish Education Director of At The Well Project and is the creator of powerful courses and content which can be found at breathandsoul.net or on instagram at @breathandsoul_jenna. Her spiritual journey brought her closer to her Judaism and then to Israel. She now lives in Boulder, Colorado where she teaches and treks in the mountains with her psychotherapist and qigong-loving husband and two small boy...
2024-01-221h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumDr. Binyamin Tepfer: Sacred Sexuality- Wisdom for Couples, Parents, and Anyone Seeking True FulfillmentDr. Tepfer received his doctoral degree from The Graduate Center, CUNY and advanced training at The Beck Institute, the Albert Ellis Institute, The William Allison White Institute, The Ackerman Institute for the Family, The Psychodrama Institute, and The Gottman Institute. He extensively trained with experts in the field of family therapy and couple infidelity and is a certified sex addiction and multiple addictions therapist (CSAT, CMAT). He is also a certified sex therapist (AASECT).
Currently, Dr. Tepfer maintains his full time private practice in Cedarhurst, Brooklyn, and is the founding director of Arbor Intensives. Dr...
2024-01-141h 13
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumAuthor Gila Ross: Balancing Marriage, Parenthood, and Personal Goals to Create a Beautiful LifeRebbetzin Gila Ross is a life coach and educator for over 20 years.
Originally from London, Gila is a mother of eight children and has lived in Israel, Berlin, the UK, Calgary, Vancouver B.C. and recently moved to Denver, Colorado. She hosts the weekly podcast, "Power Up!" and recently published her first book, Living Beautifully- How to bring meaning, joy and love into your life based on the timeless wisdom of Pirkei Avos. Drawing from the time-tested wisdom of Pirkei Avos, the book explores how to live beautifully despite the pressures and complexity of modern life.
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2024-01-031h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Rachamim Bitton: Lessons and Tools from Hypnotherapy, NLP, and Kabbalah for a Life of VitalityRabbi Rachamim Bitton’s Lev Emunah Therapy uniquely combines Kabbalah and Chassidut, creating a dynamic approach to personal growth and therapy. Through innovative meditations and Hypno processes deeply embedded in Jewish mysticism, Rabbi Bitton offers more than just insight; he provides transformative experiences for deep self-development and a profound connection with one’s soul and Hashem. His teachings bridge Torah’s ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic practices, creating a comprehensive journey of spiritual clarity and personal empowerment.Rabbi Bitton's online community, the Lev Emunah Vitality Circle, is an evolving space of continuous learning and spiritual enrichment and support.
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2023-12-251h 12Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum'Tis the Season: The Underpinnings of Asara B'Teves and the Winter HolidaysIn this solo episode, we explore the deeper reasons behind the fast of Asar B'Teves as well as the fascinating origins of the non-Jewish holidays that occur this time of year. We show a surprising connection and theme that emerges.
Here are links to two other podcast episodes mentioned in this episode:
Energy of the Jewish Months (3): Month of Teves, the Goat, and the Meaning behind the Fast:
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shlomo-buxbaum7/episodes/Energy-of-the-Jewish-Months-3-Month-of-Teves--the-Goat--and-the-Meaning-behind-the-Fast-e1bhc4o
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2023-12-1930 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Fascinating Origins of Chanukah and Its Message for the Generations (Talk for Project Inspire Mind Flex)This is a recording of a zoom talk given by Rabbi Shlomo in 2022 for Project Inspire's Mindflex program. We explore the fascinating story of the very first Chanukah and what our Sages were trying to accomplish with Chanukah. Discussed as well is the deep connection between Chanukah and the holiday of Sukkot, as well as what we are supposed to take away from a truly mysterious Jewish holiday.
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2023-12-1126 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumRabbi Dr. Eli Feder: Age of the Universe, Evolution, and the Beautiful Synergy of Science and TorahRabbi Dr. Elie Feder is a PhD in mathematics and has been a mathematics professor at Kingsborough Community College. He has published many papers and delivered numerous talks in graph theory, which is his field of mathematical research. He is also a teacher of Talmud. Recently, he authored a book titled "Gematria Refigured," which explores the significance of quantity and fine tuning in Torah, life, and the universe. He is also the co-host of the Physics to God podcast.
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2023-11-281h 09
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSinger/Songwriter Eli Schwebel: Touching the Hearts of IDF Soldiers and Jews Around the World with his MusicEli Schwebel is a Brooklyn based recording artist & producer with Jewish music running through his veins.
Schwebel spearheaded the renaissance of Jewish acappella music, as well as creating a vocally rich, pop-rock sound that transformed the definition of traditional Jewish music. He launched his solo career with his album, “Hearts Mind”, which has been called "groundbreaking" in its genre.
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2023-11-1940 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Power of "Shema Yisrael" During Turbulent Times (Talk for Project Inspire's Mindflex Program)This talk was given on 11/3/2023 for Project Inspire's Mindlfex Program. In this virtual talk for participants around the world, Rabbi Shlomo speaks about the power of faith, joy, and loving God during these difficult times and how deepening one's intention in saying the Shema is meritorious for redemption.
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2023-11-1328 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumCombatting Antisemitism on College Campuses: Josh Suchoff (Academic Engagement Network), Dr. Ayal Feinberg (Antisemitism Educator), and R. Daniel Epstein (GWU)Why is there so much antisemitism on college campuses and especially on Ivy League institutions? Is anyone doing anything about it? What can we do??? All of these question are discussed in 2 interviews on this episode.
The first conversation (5:30-42:18) is with Joshua Suchoff and Dr. Ayal Feinberg.
Joshua Suchoff is Managing Director of the Academic Engagement Network, an organization that mobilizes networks of university faculty and administrators to counter antisemitism, oppose the denigration of Jewish and Zionist identities, promote academic freedom, and advance education about Israel.
2023-11-051h 10
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Lawrence Hajioff: Does this all mean the Messiah is coming? Seeing current events as a prelude to redemptionRabbi Lawrence Hajioff is a world-renowned speaker and author. Originally from London, England, he graduated with honors in political science from Manchester University. After working for MTV in news production, and winning the national competition ‘Jewish Stand-Up Comedian’ of the Year, Rabbi Hajioff traveled to study in Israel and then Monsey to receive his rabbinical ordination.
Rabbi Hajioff is a senior lecturer at Chazak and a full time faculty member of Stern College for Women at Yeshiva University in NYC. He recently received the "Professor of the Year" award in Judaic Studies from the seni...
2023-10-2953 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumLori Palatnik: The Heroic and Spiritual Response to Crisis and Tragedy (with Devorah Buxbaum)Lori Palatnik is the Founding Director of Momentum (formerly JWRP). She is a world-renowned Jewish educator, speaker, writer, and media personality, who has lectured all over the world. Lori has authored four books: Friday Night and Beyond, Gossip, Remember My Soul, and Turn Your Husband Into Your Soul Mate.
In 2014, Lori was named one of the ten “Women to Watch” by Jewish Women International in recognition of her contribution to Jewish women throughout the world. Hadassah named Lori one of the “Most Outstanding Jewish American Women of Our Time” and Izzy included Lori in its “Glo...
2023-10-1953 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumStandWithUs Educator Charlotte Korchak: Fighting Two Wars- The Past, Present, & Future of the War with Hamas and AntisemitismCharlotte Korchak is the Senior Educator and Director of International Student Programs at StandWithUs Israel, where she educates and trains students from around the world in Israeli history and activism. Charlotte grew up in both the United States and Israel, spending her formative years living in Jerusalem during the second intifada, giving her both an internal and external perspective on Israel and the conflict. She graduated with a BA in Middle Eastern History from the University of Southern California, where she also took part in the StandWithUs Emerson Fellowship. Charlotte has since been working for StandWithUs having initially served...
2023-10-151h 22
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumBack to the Beginning: Adam & Eve, Cain & Abel, and how to bounce back after the fall [Repost]What the story of Adam and Eve teach us about human consciousness, the desire for spiritual experiences and the need for human struggle. Learning how to accept ourselves even when we are feeling low.
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Pick up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's second...
2023-10-0231 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Journey from Rosh Hashana through Sukkot: The hidden message of this magical seasonPlease rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels:
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Related Episodes:
10 Days of Teshuva & the 10 Sefirot: R' Yaacov Haber on the Keys to True Greatness: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ldChUG6JfDb
Energy of the Jewish Months- Tishrei: From Days of Awe to Days of Love: https...
2023-09-2034 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Elchanan Shoff: Teshuva (Repentance) Without the Shame- Understanding Passion, Desire, and Inner ConflictRabbi Elchanan Shoff is the Rabbi of Beis Knesses of Los Angeles, also known as BKLA, and a popular teacher in the LA area and throughout the US. He is a Professor of Jewish Philosophy and Judaic Studies at Touro College of Los Angeles, as well as the author of 10 books in Hebrew and in English including the High Holiday classic, "Hashem is my Light" by Kodesh Press, which is the subject of our podcast today.
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2023-09-1248 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumMadison Margolin: Psychedelic Judaism- The Quest to Discover the Soul in the Body through Spiritual PracticeMadison Margolin is a journalist covering psychedelics, cannabis, spirituality, and Jewish life. She is also the author of Exile & Ecstasy (Hay House Publishing 2023), a gonzo journalistic memoir about the intersection of Judaism and psychedelics, from the perspective of growing up in both the Ram Dass community and the cannabis legalization movement. She is co-founder of DoubleBlind Magazine and has written for several magazines and publications. As a contributing editor to Ayin Press, she writes and curates a column—"Speaking from Experience"—featuring in-depth conversations with artists, scientists, mystics, healers, activists, and fringe thought leaders engaging with a range of parad...
2023-09-041h 06
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumTurn Your "Shoulds" into "Wants": Tools to successfully accomplish your spiritual, financial, and health goals! With master strategist Mordechai HoltzMordechai Holtz has been working in the field of digital marketing, content writing, and brand strategy and social media management for more than a decade. He has worked with clients that have spanned across 8 countries, ranging from startups to the City of Jerusalem to major tech companies. He is an avid blogger and an active contributor to the digital marketing space. He's contributed to Fast Company, cited in Buzzfeed, CMO.com, Forbes & Inc. Mordecai's content has been featured on industry-leading sites including Social Media Today, DukascopyTV, Business2Community, Social Media World and Post Planner, and coschedule. Beyond writing about...
2023-08-2846 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumBestselling Author Moshe Gersht: The Month of Elul and the Three Conditions to Supercharge Your LifeMoshe Gersht is the author of the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling book It's All the Same to Me, and the author of the new book The Three Conditions, set to be released this November. He's a TEDx speaker and spiritual teacher who has devoted his life to seamlessly bridging the worlds of the Torah tradition, mystical wisdom, the true nature of the human mind, and our collective struggles. He lives in Jerusalem with his wife and children. For more and for a free chapter of his new book, visit moshegersht.com.
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2023-08-1638 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumTherapist/Graphologist/Rabbi David Fredman: Master Your Relationships by Getting To Know Your Inner ChildIn honor of Tu B'Av, a day in the Jewish calendar that is auspicious for matchmaking and relationship growth, we present to you this powerful conversation with Rabbi David Fredman.
Rabbi David Fredman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who combines a unique blend of humor, kindness and insight to calm the most tense interactions that couples go through. Having serviced the community as a Rabbi for over a decade, David knows the ins and outs of love, loss and healing. David uses a blend of approaches including EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), Gottman, Brent Atkinson’s PE...
2023-07-3154 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumExperiencing the Holy Temple in our own Spiritual Practice (Part 4): Step-by-Step into the Inner Realms of PrayerThe time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it.
In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today, especially in the domain of prayer...
2023-07-2435 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumExperiencing the Holy Temple in our own Spiritual Practice (Part 3): The Earth, Water, Wind, and Fire of PrayerThe time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it.
In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today, especially in the domain of prayer...
2023-07-1828 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumExperiencing the Holy Temple in our own Spiritual Practice (Part 2): The Four Stages of PrayerThe time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it.
In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today, especially in the domain of prayer...
2023-07-1229 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumExperiencing the Holy Temple in our own Spiritual Practice (Part 1): A Special Mini-Series for the "Three Weeks"The time period that we are in now is commonly referred to as "The Three Weeks of Mourning", when we commemorate the destruction of the Holy Temple and Jerusalem on two different occasions in our history. But we can only feel the depth of these weeks if we understand what the Holy Temple represented and feel some connection to it.
In this mini-series, we will explore the secrets of the Holy Temple, what it represented and how we can connect to that in our own spiritual practice today, especially in the domain of prayer...
2023-07-0726 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSinger/Songwriter Dustin Paul: Music with a Message about Human Greatness and the Beauty of LifeDustin Paul has been singing since he was 14, previously as the front man of a band whom attracted millions of views on YouTube, played at music festivals, and performed on national television, and now as a solo performer, writing/collaborating and singing for many talented producers, songwriters, and DJ’s such as Diego Miranda (rated one of the top 100 DJs by Djmag). Their song “Shiver” was play-listed on RFM national radio – one of Portugal’s most listened to radio stations and their 2019 release “Believe in Love” garnered over 1 million streams on Youtube within the first week of release.
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2023-06-2053 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumRabbi/Author Menachem Tenenbaum: Finding the Joy in Jewish Prayer and Your Unique Path to Spiritual ConnectionRabbi Menachem Tenenbaum is the Associate Regional Director of Central East NCSY (formerly known as the National Conference of Synagogue Youth) and the City Director of Cleveland NCSY. He and his wife Elana have been inspiring and hosting teens in their home for nearly a decade. Rabbi Tenenbaum inspires teens through innovative programming and his passion for the Jewish future. Rabbi Tenenbaum was scheduled to give a TEDx Talk which was canceled by Covid19. For more information about Rabbi Tenenbaum’s new book, “Three Steps Forward,” or to invite him to speak at your community or organization, send him an ema...
2023-06-1441 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Eitiel Goldvicht: The Spiritual Attributes of the Most Successful Leaders and InfluencersRabbi Eitiel Goldwicht is the founder of Aish Israel, the Israeli division of Aish Hatorah and the Founder of VLU group. As a native Israeli who moved to the States as a child, Rabbi Eitiel, strongly associates with both Israelis and Anglos, and his deep understanding and passion for the Jewish people fuels his work amongst the religious spectrum. Tens of thousands of secular Israelis visit the Aish world center yearly, and have experienced Rabbi Eitiels dynamic and engaging lectures and programs about Judaism. Under the VLU group Rabbi Eitiel founded TLI Advance a management program based on modern Management...
2023-06-0551 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSefirat Ha'Omer: A Kabbalistic Love StoryIn this episode, Rabbi Shlomo explores the Kabbalistic Sefirot that we focus on when we are counting the Omer. Using the metaphor of a man and woman falling in love, we explore what does each sefira symbolizes and what we should be thinking about during this powerful time of year.
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It is with great pleasure that we announce the launch of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's second book, "The Four Elements of Inner Freedom: The Exodus Story as a Model for Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Personal Breakthroughs".
You can order a copy here: https://le...
2023-04-1657 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPassover and the 4 Steps to Personal Breakthrough (Part 4)In this series (originally posted in 2021) we explore how the four cups of wine at the Seder correspond to the four stages of the Exodus and how we experience each of these stages in our own life. We explore how Egypt represents the 4 inner realms of earth, water, wind, and fire. We discover how we can become enslaved by our character flaws as well as how we can free ourselves from them. The themes of this series are discussed in much greater detail in Rabbi Shlomo's new book, The Four Elements of Inner Freedom.
It is with great...
2023-04-0242 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPassover and the 4 Steps to Personal Breakthrough (Part 3)In this series (originally posted in 2021) we explore how the four cups of wine at the Seder correspond to the four stages of the Exodus and how we experience each of these stages in our own life. We explore how Egypt represents the 4 inner realms of earth, water, wind, and fire. We discover how we can become enslaved by our character flaws as well as how we can free ourselves from them. The themes of this series are discussed in much greater detail in Rabbi Shlomo's new book, The Four Elements of Inner Freedom.
It is with great...
2023-03-2834 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumDecluttering Your Home and Your Mind (for Passover and all-year round) with Rebekah Saltzman and Devorah BuxbaumRebekah Saltzman is a personal organization expert and a sustainable lifestyle leader in the Jewish community. Decluttering, reducing waste and a simplified Jewish life are all married in her premiere book Organized Jewish Life: The Essential Guide to Planning Jewish Holidays, Events and Every Day.A busy mother of three and entrepreneur, Rebekah knows the struggles of keeping it all together. Pair that with the revolving Jewish calendar, managing all the customs, and everyday life and it’s easy to drown. Using her expertise as a personal organizer, Rebekah has tackled the seemingly impossible task: making Jewish cu...
2023-03-2251 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPassover and the 4 Steps to Personal Breakthrough (Part 2)
In this series (originally posted in 2021) we explore how the four cups of wine at the Seder correspond to the four stages of the Exodus and how we experience each of these stages in our own life. We explore how Egypt represents the 4 inner realms of earth, water, wind, and fire. We discover how we can become enslaved by our character flaws as well as how we can free ourselves from them. The themes of this series are discussed in much greater detail in Rabbi Shlomo's new book, The Four Elements of Inner Freedom.
It is wi...
2023-03-2044 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPassover and the 4 Steps to Personal Breakthrough (Part 1)In this series (originally posted in 2021) we explore how the four cups of wine at the Seder correspond to the four stages of the Exodus and how we experience each of these stages in our own life. We explore how Egypt represents the 4 inner realms of earth, water, wind, and fire. We discover how we can become enslaved by our character flaws as well as how we can free ourselves from them. The themes of this series are discussed in much greater detail in Rabbi Shlomo's new book, The Four Elements of Inner Freedom.
It is with great...
2023-03-1437 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumPurim: The Three Happiness Practices with Devorah Buxbaum [Repost]This class was originally given on zoom before Purim 2021. Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah Buxbaum take you through the 3 practices that will help you live in a constant state of deep happiness!
2023-03-0337 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumComedy, Laughter, and the Month of Adar: Featuring the hosts of the Kiddush Club PodcastA special collaboration with the hosts of the Kiddush Club: News for Jews Podcast as we discuss the power of laughter, the secret of good comedy, and the great Jewish comedians!
Get ready for Purim with past episodes:
The Depth of Purim (Part 1): The Doubt before the Breakthrough: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/vfs24PsBLxb
The Depth of Purim (Part 2): Esther's Hidden Mission: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/VoP21lGBLxb
The Depth of Purim (Part 3): Wine, Women, and the Garden of Eden: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/0GxwylGBLxb
Award-Winning Ho...
2023-02-271h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumBlimie Heller: The Art of Authentic Relationship-Driven Parenting (co-hosted by Devorah Buxbaum)Blimie Heller is a sought-after parenting coach, educator, and expert and the creator of the Unconditional Parenting social media platform which helps parents build relationships with their children. After facing her own parenting struggles, Blimie delved into all the research on child development, into the science of attachment, into neuroscience and more and has used all of that inspiration to inspire thousands to become better parents.
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It is with great pleasure that we announce the launch of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's second book, "The Four Elements of Inner Freedom: The Exodus Story as a Model...
2023-02-1459 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumChanukah 2: The Hidden Message of the Menorah, the Dreidel, and the MoonThis is part 2 of a 2-part series that was given live via zoom in 2020 for Project Inspire. Why is the Menorah and the holiday of Chanukah seemingly connected to the Moon? What do the letters of the dreidel really stand for? What is the main takeaway for us from Chanukah to apply in our lives?
To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.
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2022-12-2034 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumChanukah 1: Looking Inwards to Reignite the Inner FlameThis is part 1 of a 2-part series that was given live via zoom in 2020 for Project Inspire. We explore the deeper meaning of the Chanukah story, some of the symbolisms of Chanukah, and how it applies to our own life. We speak about how to look inward and discover inspiration within one's own heart rather than always relying on outside influences and experiences which may or may not be present when we need them.
To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of a...
2022-12-1539 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Judah Mischel: Finding Spirituality in the Boardroom, the Bedroom, and in Every Waking MomentA widely admired inspirational teacher and guide, Rabbi Judah Mischel is Executive Director of Camp HASC, the Hebrew Academy for Special Children – the Jewish community’s premier Summer program for individuals with special needs. He is also a spiritual leader at the Orthodox Union and NCSY youth organization and the founder of Tzama Nafshi, an organization dedicated to fostering Jewish education and inspiration, committed to working to connect Jews with their Heritage, and each other. In this episode we delve into themes from his new book entitled, "Baderech: Along the Path of Teshuva" which is a vital companion for spirit...
2022-10-251h 09
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumEnergy of the Jewish Months- Tishrei: From Days of Awe to Days of LoveThis is the eleventh of a monthly series based on the energy and wisdom of the Jewish calendar. Before the beginning of each of the Jewish months, we explore the central themes of that month and set our intention to how to fully tap in to the months energy and maximize its potential. This is the month of Tishrei. It has the zodiac sign of Libra and is connected to the Tribe of Efraim. What does all this mean for you and I? Join us for the ride!!!
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2022-10-0637 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum10 Days of Teshuva & the 10 Sefirot: R' Yaacov Haber on the Keys to True GreatnessRabbi Yaacov Haber has been a leading force in Jewish community and Jewish education for over forty years. He lived and taught in the United States, Australia and in Israel, serving as the National Director of Jewish Education for the Orthodox Union, the founder of the Australian Institute of Torah, the Torah Center of Buffalo, and is a founding member of AJOP (the Association of Jewish Outreach Professionals).
He is the author of several books including "Sefiros", "The First Ten Days", and "Beginnings" and is the Rabbi of the vibrant Kehillas Shivtei Yeshurun community in the center of Ramat Bet S...
2022-09-2849 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumCharlie Harary: The spiritual needs of men, life lessons from the NFL, and how to create resolutions that last!Charlie Harary is the co-founder of H3 & Company, a multimillion dollar venture capital and advisory firm, and was the First Vice President and legal counsel at RXR Realty, a billion dollar real estate firm in New York. Prior to that, Charlie worked as an associate at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison and Davis Polk & Wardwell.
He is also one of the most sought after speakers in the Jewish world, featured each year by hundreds of different organizations, businesses, conventions, and academic institutions. He has created TV media and online video campaigns that have inspired hundreds of thousands...
2022-09-1257 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumAliza Bulow: Social Activism, Women's Empowerment, Grief, and a Never-Ending Quest for Greatness! (with Devorah Buxbaum)Aliza Bulow has been a Jewish Educator for over twenty five years. She is the founder and director of Core, an organization that connects Jewish women and strengthens Jewish homes and communities, and travels regularly to offer guidance, leadership training, and strategic planning for Jewish organizations and communities throughout the continent.
In this episode Aliza shares with us her incredible journey from her upbring as an activist in the civil rights movement, her rejection of the church to become a Jew, he time in the IDF, traveling to Russia to help Soviet Jewry, and, ultimately, dealing with t...
2022-05-091h 06Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Depth of Purim (Part 3): Wine, Women, and the Garden of EdenIn this class (given in 2021), Rabbi Buxbaum explains the deeper meaning behind the four Purim traditions and why the Book of Esther is the grand finale of the Torah, bringing rectification to the sin of eating from the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden of Eden.
For more ideas related to Purim, listen to "The 3 Happiness Practices with Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah" podcast by following this link:
https://anchor.fm/shlomo-buxbaum7/episodes/The-Three-Happiness-Practices-with-Devorah-Buxbaum-er2isv
This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org...
2022-03-1038 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Depth of Purim (Part 2): Esther's Hidden MissionIn this class (given in 2021), Rabbi Shlomo explores the background story of Queen Esther. What was the flaw of the Jewish people that they became vulnerable to Haman's decree and why was Esther the best person for the role of heroine of the story? Plus, the deep connection between Eve in the Garden and Esther in the Purim story.
This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, s...
2022-03-0640 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSlovie Jungreis-Wolff: Transforming Your Home into a Sacred SpaceIn this episode Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah interview Rebbetzin Slovie Jungreis-Wolff about her life and tips about building a happy home and emotionally healthy children! Slovie Jungreis Wolff is a noted teacher, author, and world-renowned lecturer on parenting and relationships. She is the daughter of the famous author and lecturer, Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis ob”m, a holocaust survivor who tirelessly worked to bring Jews back to Judaism through her organization Hineini. Slovie now leads Hineini couples, carrying on the legacy of her parents. She is the author of the parenting book, Raising A Child With Soul and has lectured throu...
2022-02-081h 00
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumHarry Rothenberg: How to Build a Life that Your are Beyond Proud OfHarry Rothenberg, Esq., a partner at The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP and magna cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School, represents victims of catastrophic injury, helping them to rebuild their shattered lives. Although best known for his successes in the courtrom, Harry is equally passionate about speaking on Jewish topics. A sought-after lecturer for his crowd-pleasing talks, Harry's signature project is a popular weekly vlog about Jewish holidays and the Torah portion of the week.
This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of...
2022-01-251h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Deep Roots of Tu B'Shvat and What To Learn From ItRabbi Buxbaum explores some of the Kabbalistic ideas behind Tu B'Shevat and what we can learn from this mystical day. This class was originally given live and posted in January 2021. Enjoy!
This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.
2022-01-1146 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR' Shlomo Katz: Getting in Touch with the Song of our SoulsRav Shlomo Katz is an internationally-acclaimed author, teacher, and musician who has led thousands of people around the world on transformative journeys into Torah, Jewish music, Chassidut, and Jewish mysticism. His unique style empowers individuals to develop authentic relationships with themselves, those around them, and God. Beyond his active online learning community, Rav Shlomo Katz is the spiritual leader of the Shirat David synagogue in Efrat, Israel, where he lives with his wife and five children.
This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up...
2022-01-1056 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumMarriage, Mikvah, and Intimacy Secrets with Rochel Goldbaum and Devorah BuxbaumRochel Goldbaum is a highly sought-after international speaker and the founder of My Gift of Mikvah, a division of Mikvah USA that is dedicated to enhancing marriages by unwrapping the mysterious, enchanted and beautiful gift of Mikvah through workshops, trainings, and Mikvah tours. Her effervescent joy and engaging style has drawn many to her classes and lectures focusing on topics of parenting, self development, marital harmony and intimacy in the Jewish home. In addition to her teaching, Rochel is a dating and relationships coach and mentor of other professionals.
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2021-12-211h 07
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumR. Yaakov Klein: Searching for the Lost Passion of JudaismR’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music, and lectures. R’ Yaakov is the author of “Sparks from Berditchov”, “Sunlight of Redemption”, and his seminal work based on Rebbe Nachman's tale of "The Lost Princess", entitled "The Story of Our Lives". His popular classes in a wide range of Chasidism and classical Jewish thought have been played tens of thousands of times by Jews across the globe who appreciate the depth, beauty, optimism, and relevance of the material as well as R’ Yaakov’s honest and engaging style.
2021-12-0752 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumRise! R. Tzvi Sytner on Reinventing Self-Esteem and Inspiring HopeRabbi Tzvi Sytner is a Rabbi, therapist and motivational speaker on the topics of Discovering Your Self Identity and Achieving Personal Greatness. He has delivered inspiring lectures worldwide, including South Africa, Australia, Chile, the U.S., and Canada. He has a popular video blog and podcast called “Inspiring Hope” viewed by close to 10,000 per month. He grew up in LA, and is the Senior Rabbi of The Village Shul in Toronto.
In this episode, we cover wide-ranging topics such as "Jewish outreach" and how to bring Jews of all backgrounds together, how to not only survive but to t...
2021-11-2247 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumThe Power of Dreams and Getting in Touch with Your Inner Mystic: A Conversation with Chaya Lester and Devorah BuxbaumChaya Lester is a psychotherapist, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide. She and her husband Hillel, are the directors of The Shalev Center in Jerusalem, which offers an array of classes, workshops and retreats for locals and visitors alike, as well as caring individual and group therapy. She is also a wordsmith, performance artist and an unapologetic mystic; passionate about bringing Torah to life. As a spiritual tour guide, Chaya has had the honor of guiding thousands of visitors in Israel; among them are VIP visitors such as pop-star Alicia Keys, Demi Lovato, Chinese billionaires and US Senators. Chaya lives...
2021-11-0954 min
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumSoul Construction: Ruchi Koval on Shaping Your Character, Radical Acceptance, and Dealing with Difficult People; Co-hosted with Devorah BuxbaumRebbetzin Ruchi Koval is the co-founder and director of the Jewish Family Experience, a congregation in Cleveland, Ohio. She is a certified parenting coach, motivational speaker, musician, and author of two books, Conversations with G-d and her brand new book Soul Construction: Shape Your Character Using 8 Steps from the Timeless Jewish Practice of Mussar. She is a Trip Leader for Momentum, inspiring hundreds of women on their journeys in Israel, as well as a columnist for the Cleveland Jewish News.
In this episode, co-hosted with Devorah Buxbaum, we hear Ruchi's story and delve into the themes of...
2021-10-261h 07
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumRapper/Rabbi Moshe Friedman (AKA Rav Mo): The Music, The Message, and The ProcessRabbi Moshe Friedman is a rabbi, a rapper, and spoken word artist and has produced music videos with international acclaim. His journey has taken him from a searching Jewish kid from New York, to studying to become a Rabbi in Israel, while developing his unique way of expressing his messages through rap music. He was the lead singer of the band "The Living Wells" and now produces and performs under the stage name Rav Mo.
Here are links to the music that is shared in this podcast:
Flicker | The Process | The Flow | Response to Wiley
2021-10-181h 02
Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumHow Shabbat Traditions Transform us (with Devorah Buxbaum)Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah Buxbaum speak about how through the traditions of Shabbat we develop a mindset that help us overcome much of the stress, anxiety and turmoil that exists in our heads.
2020-10-2644 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumReboot your Spirituality with Devorah BuxbaumThis is Part 4 of a powerful 4-part pre-Rosh Hashana webinar, where Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah Buxbaum discuss real strategies to reboot your habits, mindsets, relationships, and spirituality and get into the High Holiday spirit!
2020-09-0540 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumReboot your Relationships with Devorah BuxbaumThis is Part 3 of a powerful 4-part pre-Rosh Hashana webinar, where Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah Buxbaum discuss real strategies to reboot your habits, mindsets, relationships, and spirituality and get into the High Holiday spirit!
2020-09-0330 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumReboot your Mindset with Devorah BuxbaumThis is Part 2 of a powerful 4-part pre-Rosh Hashana webinar, where Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah Buxbaum discuss real strategies to reboot your habits, mindsets, relationships, and spirituality and get into the High Holiday spirit!
2020-09-0237 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumReboot your Vitality with Devorah BuxbaumThis is Part 1 of a powerful 4-part pre-Rosh Hashana webinar, where Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah Buxbaum discuss real strategies to reboot your habits, mindsets, relationships, and spirituality and get into the High Holiday spirit!
2020-09-0132 minEmpowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo BuxbaumWelcome to the Empowered Jewish Living Podcast!Welcome to the Empowered Jewish Living Podcast!
This episode is a short intro to what we are trying to accomplish together. And here is a little bit about the host, Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum:
Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum is a dynamic Jewish educator, motivational speaker, life coach, and author with the ability to connect with people of all ages and backgrounds in a language and style that they feel at home with.
He lectures on a wide range of topics including daily spirituality, love and relationships, law and ethics, Kabbalah/mysticism, Jewish mindfulness and more, enc...
2020-05-0105 min