She Was Taken From Her Mother at 4 Years Old

Chanie Werzberger’s Unbelievable Story 

Chanie Werzberger’s life reads like a dramatic novel, but every moment is real. In this emotional and powerful interview, Chanie shares her incredible journey: from a childhood in Argentina torn apart by her parents' separation, to a secret escape with her father to America, her entrance into the Satmar Hasidic world, and the many painful transitions she endured as a young girl without her mother.

We explore her resilience through being moved from home to home, her complicated but deep love for her father, her eventual reconnection with her estranged mother after 21 years, and the health battles she fought for her daughter, Simmy. From a child longing for love to a mother fighting for her child’s life, Chanie’s story is one of strength, transformation, and unshakable faith.

This interview is a testament to the human spirit, the power of choice, and the miracles that can arise even in the darkest moments.

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Judaism Was Never the Same After Him | The Rebbe

In this special Gimmel Tammuz episode, we reflect on the legacy, leadership, and transformative vision of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, leader of the Chabad movement, 31 years after his histalkus. Featuring moving conversations with Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz, Rabbi Yosef Bronstein, and Rabbi Shlomo Katz, this episode explores how the Rebbe's teachings continue to shape Jewish life today, from his unmatched scholarship and moral clarity, to his relentless optimism and unconditional Ahavas Yisrael.

Whether you're Chabad, not Chabad, or simply searching for deeper meaning in your Yiddishkeit, this episode offers a powerful reminder of the Rebbe’s call to action: to learn Torah with purpose, love every Jew as part of yourself, and transform the world, one mitzvah, one encounter, one soul at a time.

Sichos in English is the leading publisher of Chassidus in English. We bring you the authentic, timeless teachings and guidance of the Rebbe, and the earlier Chabad Rebbes, presented in clear, accessible English.

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Did Jewish Media Create the Shidduch Crisis?

In this riveting episode, Rabbi Joey Haber sits down with Nachi Gordon for an unfiltered, thought-provoking conversation that tackles some of the most pressing—and often taboo—questions in the Jewish world today.

What does it really mean to live a Torah life in a world obsessed with status? How can we tell the difference between true mitzvah and materialism? Are we setting up our youth for failure by defining success through narrow expectations—like the 3-to-5-year Kollel rule?

From the Syrian and Ashkenazi community dynamics to financial pressures, lavish weddings, and the emotional toll of the shidduch process, Rabbi Haber addresses it all—with clarity, humility, and refreshing honesty.

This is more than a conversation—it’s a mirror for our values and a wake-up call for our assumptions.

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Nachi Goes Backstage at HASC Concert

Nachi Gordon goes backstage at the HASC concert to learn more about the event and meet up with friends, including Benny Friedman, Yonatan Razel, and Eli Schwebel.

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Meaningful People's Nachi Gordon Has a Personal Message

Yesterday was the Yahrzeit of my grandfather, R' Nisson Gordon, and I'd like to share with you a conversation I had my father, R' Larry Gordon, about R' Nisson. R' Nison traveled from Poland when he was 18-years-old to report on life in New York City as the American correspondent for a Polish newspaper. Later he would became a well know Yiddish writer, writing for “The Day,” “The Day Morning Journal,” and “The Algemeiner Journal,” during a career that spanned over 45 years.

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"Even Stronger!": The Secret to Healing After Terror

Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson has authored numerous article and essays on Jewish thought and spirituality for various Jewish publications. He lives in London with his family, where he is the Rabbi and Executive Director of Chabad Belgravia. In this episode he discusses what it's like to be a Chabad rabbi, how the proccess of Shlichus works, reaction to the horrific murder of Rabbi Tzvi Kogan by terrorists in the UAE, and how to heal after tragedy.

He is also the author of the best selling books Seeds of Wisdom 1 and 2, A Time to Heal, Positivity Bias, People of the Word, and recently released, On Purpose.

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Jewish Child's Miraculous Escape from an Islamic Country

A Jewish child's miraculous escape from an Islamic country | Rabin Rahmanfar

In this powerful episode of the Meaningful People Podcast, we sit down with Rabin Rahmanfar, a courageous individual who escaped Iran as a young Jew after the revolution.

Thriving through adversity, Rabin shares his incredible journey of posing as a Muslim boy to survive and keep a low profile. His life story is nothing short of miraculous, filled with inspiring resilience and remarkable experiences.

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How YOU can get politicians to LISTEN to you

Maury Litwack is the CEO of Teach Coalition, a project of the Orthodox Union, the nation's largest Orthodox Jewish umbrella organization, dedicated to advocating for government funding and resources for non-public schools. Litwack previous served as a staffer for members of the US House of Representatives and as a lobbyist for Miami Dade County. In this episdoe, Litwack talks about the importance of voting in local and national elections.

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Finding G-d in 2024: Miraculous Stories of Our People

In this powerful documentary by Meaningful Minute, dive deep into the heart of Israel as we explore the timeless quest for peace and guidance in the midst of uncertainty. Join us on a compelling journey to uncover the essence of faith and resilience, as we search for the hand of Hashem in a world filled with turmoil and hope.

Experience the beauty of unity and strength as we navigate through challenging times, offering a message of hope and inspiration for all.

Watch now and discover the profound meaning behind the search for divine presence in 2024.

Thank you to those who made this film possible:
David and Eda Schottenstein
Michael & Gloria Homsany
Malkie & Betzalel Jacobs
Landmark Abstract Agency

Israel needs a strong Zaka! They need your support  

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How the Lubavitcher Rebbe Changed the World

Nachi & Momo of the Meaningful People podcast, sits down with Rav Yussie Zakutinsky, Rav Judah Mischel and Rav YY Jacobson to discuss how the Lubavitcher Rebbe changed their lives and the world around them.

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"I CRASHED the AMAZING Vhaarev Na Convention"

We visited the Vhaarev Na convention, where nearly a thousand yeshiva bachurim gathered to learn and celebrate Torah.

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David Schottenstein Talks Prison

Entrepreneur David Schottenstein talks prison, lessons learned & turning negatives into positives

David Schottenstein is the founder and former CEO of Privé Revaux sunglasses and has started and sold multiple companies and has ownership interests in a number of successful ventures including OneWheel, Mizzen & Main and his latest venture, 7th Heaven Chocolate Co.

In this episode David opens up about his recent stint in prison, what he has learned from it and what he’s doing now for the Jewish community.

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This Is The Story of Rabbi Lawrence Kelemen

Rabbi Kelemen is the founder and current Rosh Kollel of the Center for Kehillah Development, a leadership development project devoted to the growth and wellbeing of Jewish communities worldwide.

He also created the International Organization of Mussar Vaadim, a network of self-development organizations focusing on character development in more than two dozen communities in Israel and North America.

R' Lawrence Kelemen was awarded his undergraduate degree at U.C.L.A. and did graduate studies at Harvard. He began his professional career as a downhill skiing instructor, served as the news director and anchorman for a California radio station, and then traveled to the Middle East to conduct 12 years of post graduate field research.

He is also the author of many journal articles and books, among them: Permission to Believe, Permission to Receive, Planting and Building, and To Kindle a Soul.

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"Living a Parent's Worst Nightmare": Mother of Hostage

Rachel Goldberg-Polin, 54, is a soft-spoken teacher who grew up in Chicago.

She is remarkably comfortable in the unwanted role she has inhabited since shortly after Oct. 7: the international voice, face and conscience of the hostage crisis.

Please continue to pray for the safe return for her son from Gaza, Hersh Ben Perel Chana.

Help Israeli Organizations:
Daily Giving, Just One Chesed, Chesed V’Rachamim, United Hatzalah.

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Asking Jews How They're Really Feeling Right Now

On The Street: Asking Jews How They're Really Feeling Right Now

Jewish people around the world are experiencing the traumatic effects of the aftermath of unimaginably horrific terror attacks in Israel.

With antisemitism on a shocking rise, Nachi takes to the streets of Times Square to discover how passersby feel about their Jewish identity in this special episode of the Meaningful People Podcast.

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"Hamas Killed My Son" | The Story of Rachelle Fraenkel

Rachelle Fraenkel’s son Naftali was one of three teenage boys kidnapped and murdered by Palestinian terrorists in Israel on their way home for Shabbos in 2014. She was thrust into a public role, exhibiting tremendous courage, fortitude, and kindness.

Recognized as one of Israel’s most inspiring women, Rachelle advocates for Jewish unity before audiences worldwide. She is a legendary pioneer for intensive text education for frum women. She is a longtime educator at Nishmat and the director of the Advanced Halacha Program at Matan. Rachel is also co-founder of The Jerusalem Unity Prize and Unity Day project. She lives with her family in Nof Ayalon.

Help Israeli Organizations:
Daily Giving, Just One Chesed, Chesed V’Rachamim, United Hatzalah.

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Conquering Unspeakable Darkness In Israel

Am Yisrael Chai! Conquering Unspeakable Darkness In Israel

The terrorist attacks on the people of Israel have caused indescribable devastation and destruction. Seeing our people's suffering and being unable to help can be overwhelming and utterly exhausting. In this episode of the MPP, Rav Moshe Weinberger, Rabbi Elyada Goldwicht, and Rabbi Menachem Leiberman share their emotions and thoughts on the attacks.

The Rabbi of Aish Kodesh in Woodmere, Rav Weinberger's genuine and soulful teachings have become a pillar in the community and beyond, inspiring countless people.

Rabbi Goldwicht, is the founder of Semichas Chaver Program (SCP), the fastest growing Torah-learning initiative for young professionals in the world, is an IDF soldier currently serving in the war.

Rabbi Menachem Leiberman is the Chabad shaliach in Ashkelon. His family’s home and the school he leads were destroyed by direct rocket hits from Hamas terrorists.

The three-pronged conversation overflows with healing, inspiration and light, providing direction to us all through this devastating darkness.

Help Chabad of Ashkelon Here www.paypal.com/paypalme/chaiashkelon

Just One Chesed www.justonechesed.org

Chesed V’Rachamim www.charidy.com/Chessedvrachamim

If you’d like to reach the organization he started, please email: cowboystochuppahs@gmail.com

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Honest Convo Between Avraham Fried & Benny Friedman

Avraham Fried sat down with his nephew Benny Friedman for an honest, raw conversations about life, music and a lot more!

See Benny and Avremel on Chol Hamoed Succos when they perform in New Jersey!

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Judaism at the Edge of the World - Yaakov Cruz's Story

Yaakov Cruz's Story of Faith and Service as a US Coast Guard

Yaakov Cruz’s life journey took him from the countryside of Western Massachusetts to deep in Alaska. With many adventurous stops and inspiring changes along the way, the story of his quest for authenticity in his Jewish identity is meaningful and moving.

To get in contact with Yaakov, please email: Ydyc378@gmail.com

If you’d like to reach the organization he started, please email: cowboystochuppahs@gmail.com

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Advocating for Jews in Prison | R' Aaron Lipskar

Rabbi Aaron Lipskar is the CEO of the Aleph Institute.

Since its founding in 1981, Aleph has been in touch with thousands of people affected by incarceration. Aleph's mission, that no one ever feel alone or forgotten, also extends to the brave men and women fighting to defend our country overseas. Aleph helps isolated people and shattered families persevere, giving them hope to overcome their devastating circumstances.

Visit www.aleph-institute.org for more info

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