

Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum
Shlomo Buxbaum
Exploring the depth of Jewish wisdom, the beauty of Jewish life, and how to live a more empowered life. Classes and interviews with great Jewish authors, artists, Kabbalists, therapists, and influencers. By Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum.
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Aug 15, 2022 • 58min
The Miracle of Childbirth: R' Yosef Shapiro on finding faith and support when you or your loved one is struggling on the path to parenthood
Rabbi Yosef Shapiro is the Senior Rabbi of the Brookhaven Kollel, a community that he and his wife, Rookie, started from scratch that now services hundreds of young Jews. After successfully navigating their journey of infertility, Rabbi Shapiro wrote the book "In It Together: A Candid View of Infertility" where he shares the personal struggle that he and his wife went through on their path to parenthood. It offers information, hope, and encouragement for those on similar journeys. He also counsels couples from around the world who are struggling with infertility.
Special for our podcast listeners!!! You can now purchase my book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" with a 15% discount at MosaicaPress.com using the special discount code: EMPOWER! When you purchase the book, aside from the joy it will bring you, you are also supporting this podcast and our work! So THANK YOU!!!

Aug 8, 2022 • 47min
Tu B'av and the Three Agreements for a Masterpiece Marriage (with Devorah Buxbaum)
This is a talk that Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah gave for My Gift of Mikvah. They share three powerful lessons in maintaining and reawakening the freshness and renewal in your marriage.

Aug 2, 2022 • 1h 5min
Tisha B'Av featuring Rabbi Yaakov Meyer: How to connect deeply to one of the most important days in the Jewish calendar
Rabbi Yaakov Meyer is the Founder and Director of Aish of the Rockies and a pioneer in Jewish community development. He is an enthusiastic and charismatic Rabbi who has inspired thousands of Jews throughout the greater Denver area. He is also the father-in-law of Rabbi Buxbaum!
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming day of Tish B'av, the 9th of Av, the most somber day in the Jewish calendar. We discuss how to connect to the day in theory and in practice, what it means to be in Exile, and what we need to create a better future for the Jewish people and for humanity.
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Jul 28, 2022 • 43min
Energy of the Jewish Months (Part 9): Month of Av- Time to Cry, Time to Sing, Time to Be Like the Lion King
This is the ninth 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 Av. It is connected to the Tribe of Shimon and the attribute of hearing. It has both the sad day of Tish B'av and the joyous day of Tu B'av. What does all this mean for you and I? Join us for the ride!!!
Special for our podcast listeners!!! You can now purchase my book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" with a 15% discount at MosaicaPress.com using the special discount code: EMPOWER! When you purchase the book, aside from the joy it will bring you, you are also supporting this podcast and our work! So THANK YOU!!!

Jul 20, 2022 • 55min
Suffering is a Choice: R' Asher Resnick on Dealing with Pain, Loss, and Life's Challenges
Rabbi Asher Resnick is a senior lecturer for Aish HaTorah and the founder of JewishClarity.com, an educational platform that he launched in response to a world filled with chaos and questions that go to the very heart of Jewish belief, life and practice. Additionally, as a bereaved parent, Rabbi Resnick’s extensive writings on loss, suffering and trauma provide a Jewish perspective on coping with these sensitive life issues. It is his writing and lecturing on the topic that led him to release his new book "Pain is a Reality, Suffering is a Choice" by Mosaica Press.
Special for our podcast listeners!!! You can now purchase my book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" with a 15% discount at MosaicaPress.com using the special discount code: EMPOWER! When you purchase the book, aside from the joy it will bring you, you are also supporting this podcast and our work! So THANK YOU!!!

Jul 12, 2022 • 45min
Chutzpah, Wisdom, and Wine: Jodi Samuels on How to Turn an Imperfect Life into a Masterpiece (with Devorah Buxbaum)
Jodi Samuels is an author, speaker, super mom and wife living in Jerusalem. She challenges mindsets and brings her passion for life to her work as a not-for-profit leader, community activist, disability advocate and entrepreneur. In her memoir, Chutzpah, Wisdom and Wine: The Journey of an Unstoppable Woman, Jodi shows how she uses resilience — and a lot of humor — to face life’s challenges and come out on top.
Jodi founded Jewish International Connection in order to provide community for Jews living abroad and hosts hundreds of events a year. Jodi’s writing appears on her own blog as well as The Times of Israel, The Jerusalem Post, Aish HaTorah and the Jewish View. She lives in Jerusalem with her husband, Gavin, and their three children.

Jul 4, 2022 • 1h 13min
R' Nasan Maimon: Hope, Happiness, and the Transformative Teachings of Breslov
Rabbi Nasan Maimon is recognized internationally as a dynamic teacher, compassionate listener and experienced counselor who provides well-grounded applications of the teachings of Rebbe Nachman in contemporary life. He served as the Executive Director of the World Breslov Center and is the founder of BreslovTorah.com, which provides global access to Rebbe Nachman's wisdom in English with a searchable database and library of over 5,000 authoritative, text-based classes.
In this episode we discuss Rabbi Maimon's story and mission, as well as how the Breslov movement is impacting the world. We also speak about the history and the current situation of Uman, Ukraine. Finally, Rabbi Maimon shares with us some of the core teachings and practical advice of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov.
Special for our podcast listeners!!! You can now purchase my book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" with a 15% discount at MosaicaPress.com using the special discount code: EMPOWER! When you purchase the book, aside from the joy it will bring you, you are also supporting this podcast and our work! So THANK YOU!!!
If you enjoyed this topic, here are other episodes that you will certainly enjoy:
R. Yaakov Klein: Searching for the Lost Passion of Judaism
R' Shlomo Katz: Getting in Touch with the Song of our Souls
R. Judah Mischel on Finding Spirituality in Every Moment

Jun 26, 2022 • 38min
Energy of the Jewish Months (Part 8): Month of Tamuz and Improving Our Vision To See The Blessing in our Struggles
This is the eighth 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 Tamuz. It has the zodiac sign of Cancer and is connected to the Tribe of Ruvein. What does all this mean for you and I? Join us for the ride!!!
Special for our podcast listeners!!! You can now purchase my book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" with a 15% discount at MosaicaPress.com using the special discount code: EMPOWER! When you purchase the book, aside from the joy it will bring you, you are also supporting this podcast and our work! So THANK YOU!!!

Jun 15, 2022 • 56min
Antony Gordon: Grow your net worth and your self-worth- Advice from a celebrity life/business coach
Rabbi Chanan "Antony" Gordon has over 25 years of experience working ‘on Wall Street’ with Family Offices, High Net Worth Individuals, institutional investors, professional athletes and celebrities, as well as assisting public and private companies with respect to a broad range of advisory services. He is a sought-after motivational speaker, author and life/business coach for some of the most prominent athletes and celebrities in the world. His podcast, The Antony Gordon Show, features vulnerable interviews with industry leaders in entertainment, sports, politics, and everything in-between exploring what it means to live a fulfilling and joyful life.
Special for our podcast listeners!!! You can now purchase my book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" with a 15% discount at MosaicaPress.com using the special discount code: EMPOWER! When you purchase the book, aside from the joy it will bring you, you are also supporting this podcast and our work! So THANK YOU!!!
Other related episodes:
Award-Winning Hollywood Writer David Sacks: Laughter, Leadership, and Elevating Your Life
Venture Capitalist Michael Eisenberg on the Torah Path to Prosperity

Jun 7, 2022 • 1h 9min
Ayelet Polonsky: Personal Discovery & the Power of a Manifestation Mindset (with Devorah Buxbaum)
Ayelet Polonsky, aka "The Manifestation Mentor" is an adventure loving, green living, healthy dessert fanatic & yogi. Professionally she is an Inspirational Speaker, Life Coach and Therapist, trained in Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative Therapy & EFT. Her work has been featured in Mind Body Green, Elephant Journal, Glamor Magazine, Fox News, NBC, and CBS News. She lived in India for a large chunk of six years, meditating with some of the greatest Masters, until she arrived in Israel, where she's been a student and teacher of Mysticism and Manifestation. Ayelet has led transformational retreats and workshops for women all around the world, helping people break through the blockages so that they can "unlock miracles!"
Special for our podcast listeners!!! You can now purchase my book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" with a 15% discount at MosaicaPress.com using the special discount code: EMPOWER! When you purchase the book, aside from the joy it will bring you, you are also supporting this podcast and our work! So THANK YOU!!!
Other related episodes:
R' Shlomo Katz: Getting in Touch with the Song of our Souls
Rav Doniel Katz on Reaching Higher Consciousness and the Power of the Mind