Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith, founder of Loud Majority, joins me for a candid conversation about politics, America, speaking your mind, controversy, leadership, and the personal journey behind the movement.

Rabbi Yosef Weinstock

Rabbi Yosef Weinstock is more than the Senior Rabbi of Young Israel of Hollywood–Ft. Lauderdale—he is someone who is truly everywhere. From community events and family simchas to some of life's most difficult moments, he is always there.

Adam

What does freedom mean to you? In this short interview, my friend Adam shares his perspective on freedom and living authentically. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Follow me on Instagram: @livingyosh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingyosh/ Website: https://livingyosh.com Subscribe for more interviews, conversations, and perspectives from all walks of life. #Freedom #LivingYosh #PersonalGrowth #Interview #Perspective #Authenticity

Peter Scher

What does real strength look like? In this inspiring episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Peter Scher—an entrepreneur, dedicated husband, father, runner, and autism advocate—for an honest conversation about overcoming life's toughest challenges. Peter shares how raising an autistic son, balancing family life, building a business, and staying physically and mentally strong have shaped his outlook on life. His story is one of perseverance, resilience, and finding purpose through adversity. In this episode, we discuss: • Raising an autistic son • Finding strength through life's struggles • Entrepreneurship and leadership • Running as a tool for resilience • Faith, family, and purpose • Never giving up when life gets difficult If you're looking for motivation, hope, or a reminder that your struggles can make you stronger, this conversation is for you. If this episode inspired you, please Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more powerful conversations on LivingYosh. #Autism #AutismAwareness #Motivation #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneur #Fatherhood #Running #Resilience #Inspiration #Podcast #LivingYosh

Yosh

Yom Kippur is only 25 hours, but it can change the direction of an entire year. During one of the most important prayers of the year, my Yom Kippur was interrupted — but I chose to see it as a test, a reminder, and an opportunity to grow.

Elliot Auerbacher

Elliot Auerbacher, founder of Grilling for Israel, shares how a single grill became a mission to feed IDF soldiers. We talk about his connection to Israel, the soldiers he's met, the impact of October 7, and showing our Chayalim they are loved and never alone.

Life is just better with a dog by your side. A tribute to Annie, my best friend. 🐾 #dogs #bestfriend #doglover

Gary York

In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Gary York—a former U.S. Army Military Police Staff Sergeant, correctional officer, probation officer, senior prison inspector, criminal investigator, author, and columnist—to discuss the realities of the correctional system, corruption, integrity, leadership, and the lessons he learned throughout his career. Gary shares incredible firsthand stories, what inspired him to write Corruption Behind Bars and Inside The Inner Circle, and why truth and accountability matter inside the criminal justice system. If you're interested in true crime, prison stories, law enforcement, or the justice system, you won't want to miss this conversation. Follow Gary York: 📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@trueprisonstoriesbygaryyor3684 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DKX73KFxH/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gy6267 📰 CorrectionsOne Columnist 📚 Books on Amazon: Corruption Behind Bars, Inside The Inner Circle If you enjoyed this interview, please Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us continue bringing you meaningful conversations.

Danna Pycher

Can childhood trauma affect your adult relationships, anxiety, confidence, and even your physical health? More than many people realize. In this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Danna Pycher, a trauma specialist and coach, to discuss how unresolved emotional wounds shape our lives—and, more importantly, how healing is possible. We explore: • Childhood trauma and its long-term effects • Anxiety, stress, and emotional healing • Why people self-sabotage • Hypnosis and subconscious transformation • Building healthier relationships • Practical tools to begin healing Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone you love, this conversation offers hope, insight, and practical steps toward lasting change. If this interview helped you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share to help others find it.

Rabbi Shalom Hammer

Mental health is real. It doesn't discriminate, and it is never something we should be ashamed to talk about. In this powerful episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Rabbi Shalom Hammer to discuss the heartbreaking loss of his daughter, Gila, and how that unimaginable tragedy led to the creation of Gila's Way—an organization dedicated to mental health awareness, suicide prevention, education, and helping families navigate some of life's most difficult moments. Gila's Way provides free consultation services to help families understand mental health crises and connect with appropriate resources. If you or someone you love is struggling, please know that help is available. There is hope, there are people who care, and you do not have to face it alone. Learn more about Gila's Way: 🌐 https://gilasway.com/ 💙 Consultation: https://gilasway.com/consultation/ 🙏 Donate: https://gilasway.com/donate/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gilasway 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gilas_way 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbishalomhammer/ Please watch, share this conversation, and help break the stigma surrounding mental health. One conversation can truly save a life. #LivingYosh #RabbiShalomHammer #GilasWay #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #EndTheStigma #Hope #YouAreNotAlone #JewishCommunity #MentalHealthMatters

Dr. Jonathan Donath

What can $1 a day really accomplish? For Dr. Jonathan Donath, one simple moment before Maariv became the beginning of something much bigger. Dr. Donath is a chiropractor and the founder of Daily Giving, an organization built around a simple but powerful idea: when thousands of people commit to giving just $1 every day, small acts of tzedakah can create an enormous collective impact. In this episode of LivingYosh, Dr. Donath shares the story behind Daily Giving — from the idea that came to him while putting a dollar into a tzedakah box, to launching with just 46 people, to the persistence it took to keep growing the movement. We talk about who Jonathan Donath was before becoming Dr. Donath, why he chose chiropractic care and a life of helping people, the moment the idea for Daily Giving was born, why he refused to let a day pass without finding another giver, tzedakah, consistency and the power of giving every day, emunah and seeing Hashem along the journey, and Jewish unity and bringing people together through giving. This conversation isn't really about one dollar. It's about what can happen when one small act of kindness becomes a daily habit — and thousands of people do it together. Learn more and join Daily Giving: https://dailygiving.org

Sam Favata

⚾ From College World Series Champion to Federal Prison — The Sam Favata Story. On this episode of LivingYosh, I sit down with Sam Favata for a raw conversation about extraordinary success, devastating mistakes, consequences, and rebuilding your life. Sam was a member of Cal State Fullerton's 1979 College World Series championship team and was later drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers. His professional baseball career took a devastating turn after he suffered a catastrophic head injury after being hit by a pitch. Years later, Sam's life took another dramatic turn when he became involved in a multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme that ultimately led to federal prison. But this conversation goes much deeper than the headlines. We talk about growing up and discovering baseball, winning the 1979 College World Series, being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers, the devastating baseball injury that changed his life, success and losing control, when he realized he had a serious problem, what happened when family and people close to him walked away, life inside federal prison, accountability, regret and forgiveness, rebuilding after losing almost everything, and Sam's message to anyone heading down a dangerous path. This isn't a conversation about excusing the past. It's about confronting it. Can someone be defined by the worst decisions they've ever made — or by what they choose to do afterward?

Sam Salz

Sam Salz never played organized football growing up — then he made the Texas A&M team as a walk-on, becoming the first known Orthodox Jewish player in NCAA Division I football. He opens up about chasing an 'impossible' dream, being openly Orthodox in SEC football, keeping Shabbat while playing for an Aggies program, the powerful meaning behind jersey #39 (the 39 melachot of Shabbat), what it felt like to finally step onto the field against New Mexico State in 2024, and how pursuing an extraordinary dream didn't mean sacrificing his faith. A conversation about faith, identity, resilience, and the courage to chase a dream without giving up who you are.

Chris CaresNone (Chris Campbell)

Meet Chris Campbell — better known as Chris CaresNone and “The Babka King.” We go beyond the viral food videos to meet the man behind the brand: his childhood, the neighborhood that shaped him, his evolving relationship with food, and the experiences that tested his strength and determination. We talk building a massive social media following, where “Hey, whatever city!” came from, becoming the Babka King, and his unexpected connection with Jewish food, culture and community — plus faith, resilience, and whether sharing food can bring people from different backgrounds together. And of course… BABKA. 👑

Eli Lebowicz

Jewish stand-up comedian Eli Lebowicz on his journey into comedy, finding his comedic voice, bombing on stage, Jewish audiences, and J-Sketch — plus a deeper conversation on the role of humor after October 7, whether laughter can help people heal during painful times, and how comedy can give us the strength to keep going. Finishes with a LivingYosh speed round.

Sebastian Cetina

Sebastian Cetina joins Yosh for a hilarious and personal conversation about the man behind the microphone — from his childhood and first kiss to more than two decades in stand-up comedy, impressions, bombing onstage, finding comedy in everyday people, and what it really takes to make a room full of strangers laugh. They also go beyond the jokes: what's been difficult about pursuing comedy, who makes HIM laugh, where he draws the line with a joke, and how he ultimately wants to be remembered — finishing with a rapid-fire speed round.

Koby Israelite

Yosh sits down with Koby Israelite, the Israeli-born composer, producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music crosses Jewish, Middle Eastern, Balkan, jazz, rock, punk and heavy metal. They explore Koby's childhood in Israel, his journey through music to London, discovering his unique sound, Jewish identity, humor, antisemitism, and the song that caught Yosh's attention: "Just Blame the Jews."

Grit Won't Quit

In this episode of the Grit Won't Quit podcast, Tom sits down with Yosh for a raw conversation about losing nearly everything and finding the strength to rebuild — covering the dramatic raid, frozen accounts, 12 days in jail, the impact on his family and business, and how faith, therapy, and community helped him keep moving forward and rebuild from what he calls 'negative zero.'