JCC Voices is the official podcast of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, a space for meaningful conversations, inspiring stories, and the people who make our community stronger every day. From culture and wellness to leadership, family, creativity, and connection, each episode brings fresh perspectives and authentic voices from across the JCC and beyond.
Join us as we explore the ideas, experiences, and conversations shaping Greater Pittsburgh, one voice at a time.
JCC Voices Ep. 07 | Unity in Community | YMCA CEO Amy Kienle & JCCPGH CEO Jason Kunzman
In this episode of JCC Voices, JCC of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Jason Kunzman sits down with YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Amy Kienle to discuss Unity in Community.They reflect on Curious Conversations, their summer camp collaboration and how curiosity can help people listen across differences, build stronger relationships and combat hate.JCC Voices is presented by Guardian Storage.
4 Sept 2026
JCC Voices Ep. 06 | Fueling Young Athletes | Dr. Jason Edsall & Carolyn Kontos
How can young athletes stay fueled, hydrated and ready to perform without making nutrition overly complicated?JCC wellness coach Carolyn Kontos sits down with Dr. Jason Edsall, Dean of Chatham University’s College of Health Sciences, to separate sports nutrition facts from internet hype. They discuss hydration, sports drinks, protein, recovery, sleep and why good nutrition does not have to be perfect.
7 Aug 2026
JCC Voices Ep. 05 | Leadership, Community & Partnership | University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel & CEO Jason Kunzman
JCC of Greater Pittsburgh President & CEO Jason Kunzman sits down with University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel for a conversation about leadership, community, and collaboration. They reflect on the partnership that brought the 2025 JCC Maccabi Campus Games to Pitt, the first event of its kind on a college campus, and discuss the shared challenges and opportunities that come with leading organizations, bringing people together, and turning big ideas into reality.
24 Jul 2026
JCC Voices Ep. 04 | GLP-1s & the Future of Wellness | Carolyn Kontos, Dr. Parkinson & Dr. Bonnet
GLP-1 medications are transforming the conversation around weight loss and wellness—but they're only part of the story. In this episode of JCC Voices, JCC Wellness & Nutrition Coach Carolyn Kontos is joined by Dr. Jonathan Bonnet and Dr. Mike Parkinson to discuss who GLP-1s are for, what patients should know, and why nutrition, movement, strength, and healthy habits remain the foundation of long-term wellness.
24 Jun 2026
JCC Voices Ep. 03 | From Polarization to Dialogue: Ahmed Fouad Al Khatib, Nitzan Nuriel, & Yisrael Klitsner
In this episode of JCC Voices, host Yisrael Klitsner sits down with Ahmed Fouad Al Khatib and Brig. Gen. (Res.) Nitzan Nuriel for a candid conversation on some of the most complex issues facing Israelis and Palestinians today. Together, they explore:
The legacy of the Oslo Accords and Gaza disengagement
Hamas's rise to power and missed opportunities for Palestinian governance
Israeli security concerns and lessons from October 7
Palestinian agency, accountability, and self-determination
The role of leadership, institutions, and state-building
Trauma, PTSD, and the human cost of conflict
Polarization and the challenge of holding multiple truths
Israeli and Palestinian diaspora perspectives
Building bridges across communities and narratives
Paths toward coexistence, dialogue, and mutual understanding
A thoughtful discussion on history, responsibility, identity, and the difficult conversations necessary for a better future.
12 Jun 2026
JCC Voices Ep. 02 | Story & Flavor: Adeena Sussman, Mike Solomonov, & Leah Kamon
Join bestselling cookbook author Adeena Sussman and award-winning chef Mike Solomonov for a conversation about Israeli cuisine, storytelling, and connection. They discuss their recent tour, Mike’s experience showing Adeena his hometown, and how food creates meaningful bridges between people and communities. The episode also explores their connection to the JCC and the role it plays in fostering culture, identity, and belonging.
27 May 2026
JCC Voices Ep. 01 | Israel Engagement: Yisrael Klitsner & Fara Marcus
In this episode of JCC Voices, Fara Marcus, Chief Marketing and Development Officer at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, joins series moderator Yisrael Klitsner for a conversation about the JCC’s approach to Israel engagement and meaningful community dialogue.
Klitsner, a fellow at the Jewish People Policy Institute and former advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, shares insights from his work in Israel and the Jewish community while discussing the vision behind Come Curious, Leave Wiser, an initiative created by Klitsner, Marcus, and JCC CEO Jason Kunzman.
Together, they explore how curiosity, conversation, and connection can help build deeper understanding and stronger community around Israel and Jewish identity.
To learn more about the Come Curious, Leave Wiser series, join the next session, Israel’s Geopolitical Outlook, on Monday, June 16. The JCC’s Israel Engagement Series invites participants to go beyond the headlines through dialogue, multiple perspectives, and meaningful community discussion.
Learn more and register here! (https://jccpgh.org/jewish-life/israel-engagement/come-curious-leave-wiser/)
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