Seforimchatter SmallTalk: Mr. Avi Shulman (with R' Sroy Levitansky)
Jan 14, 2026
In this engaging conversation, Rabbi Sroy Levitansky, a rabbinic educator and kiruv professional, shares profound life lessons inspired by his father-in-law, Avi Shulman. They explore Shulman's unique approach to public speaking, his activism against media influence, and his inspiring transition back to full-time learning at sixty. Rabbi Sroy highlights the balance between disciplined goal-setting and joy, the resilience shown in facing personal tragedy, and the importance of community in achieving aspirations. A heartfelt tribute to a remarkable legacy!
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Live Life By Design
- Live your life by design: set clear goals and define yourself intentionally.
- Use structure and honesty to guide decisions and avoid negativity or lateness.
From Freezing Onstage To Weekly Practice
- Nachi Weinstein recalls freezing during his first public speech and later being trained by Mr. Shulman weekly.
- Regular practice overcame fear and built lasting public-speaking skills.
Public Speaking Strengthens Influence
- Public speaking builds self-confidence and helps share Torah ideas beyond the beis medrash.
- Teaching speaking trains learners to articulate and spread the messages they acquire.
