Realizing Potential

About Realizing Potential

Welcome to Realizing Potential where we explore self-actualization through the journey's perspectives and transformative insights of Jewish leaders across the globe. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at meor.org/donate

Publisher

meor.org

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Nov 2023

Latest episode

15 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Finding Judaism, Defending Israel & Discovering Her Purpose | Charlotte Broukhim

   In this episode of Realizing Potential with Rabbi Yoni Ganger of MEOR Harvard, Charlotte Broukhim shares her journey from growing up Jewish in New York to discovering a deeper connection to Judaism, finding meaning through Jewish learning, and using her voice to advocate for Israel.Charlotte discusses her experience at Harvard, the power of Shabbat and Jewish community, how October 7 impacted Jewish identity, and the importance of raising proud Jewish children. She reminds us that finding truth, embracing our heritage, and connecting to something greater than ourselves can help us unlock our potential.Subscribe for more conversations about Jewish wisdom, purpose, and personal growth.#RealizingPotential #JewishIdentity #IsraelAdvocacy #Judaism #MEOR

2. 

   13 Jul 2026

   18 - PART 3 | Q&A with Rabbi Gershenfeld

   Part 3 is here! | You asked and we answered. Today's episode is devoted to your questions answered by Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld, founder and president of Meor. If you have a burning question about Judaism, send it to ⁠content@meor.org⁠ (mailto:content@meor.org) and Rabbi Gershenfeld will try his best to answer as many as he can in the next Q&A episode. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠⁠https://⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

3. 

   11 May 2026

   17 - Inside the World of Software Recruiting - Harrison Edney

   Welcome back to Realizing Potential. In this episode, we sit down with Harrison Edney, who currently works at Quantum, a leading software recruitment company. Harrison shares his journey from a Meor student at the University of Maryland to landing impactful internship opportunities in Israel through Meor Jinternship, and how those experiences shaped his path to where he is today—now based in Florida, helping staff some of the biggest software companies in the world. MEOR is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, empowering, and inspiring the next generation of Jewish leaders. We advance this mission by cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, building meaningful personal relationships, and fostering passionate campus and alumni communities. To support MEOR’s work and help strengthen the future of Jewish leadership, visit meor.org/donate (http://meor.org/donate).

4. 

   24 Feb 2026

   16 - The Bridge from Law & Business to Rap Legends - Aaron Fogelson

   In this episode of Realizing Potential, meet Aaron Fogelson. Aaron is the Founder and CEO of DoggHouse Management & Production and BH Bookings, where he represents and collaborates with leading voices across both the mainstream and Jewish entertainment worlds. His work spans major secular artists including Snoop Dogg, Waka Flocka Flame, and Flatbush Zombies, as well as prominent Jewish artists such as Nissim Black, Yoni Z, and Noam Buskila. Aaron graduated from Harvard College in 2019 and Harvard Law School in 2023. Through his unique path bridging law, business, and entertainment, he brings a thoughtful perspective on leadership, creativity, and impact across industries and communities. MEOR is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, empowering, and inspiring the next generation of Jewish leaders. We advance this mission by cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, building meaningful personal relationships, and fostering passionate campus and alumni communities. To support MEOR’s work and help strengthen the future of Jewish leadership, visit meor.org/donate.

5. 

   29 Dec 2025

   15 - Building Wealth with Lasting Impact - Debra Kodish

   Debra Kodish is the Founder of Keshet Capital, a global advisory firm established in 2000 that focuses on wealth management while continuing to provide strategic consulting, due diligence, and fundraising support; she also serves as a Director of Mill Creek Capital and a strategic advisor to MEOR. With more than 35 years of experience across finance, accounting, capital markets, fundraising, and wealth management, she has advised dozens of funds and companies that have collectively raised billions of dollars globally. Previously, Debra was a founding team member and Senior Vice President of Sales and Research at Nessuah Zannex, an Israel-based investment banking firm affiliated with U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray, where she helped secure several hundred million dollars in foreign investment; the firm went public in 1998 and later became Excellence Nessuah. Earlier, she spent four years as a CPA in Philadelphia before relocating to Israel in 1994, holds a BA in Accounting from The George Washington University, received her Israeli SEC license in 1996, served on the board of Premier Dental until its sale in 2024, and remains deeply committed to MEOR, a nonprofit she helped build over 17 years across more than 20 U.S. campuses. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (http://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

6. 

   5 Nov 2025

   14 - Rising from Courage to Creativity - Hannah Snitcovski

   In this episode, we sit down with Hannah Snitcovski — a creative consultant, social media strategist, and certified holistic health coach. Hannah shares her journey of building a thriving business, navigating the world of content creation, and finding balance between professional growth and personal well-being. She also reflects on her time in MEOR, exploring how her Jewish growth and experiences on campus shaped her values, creativity, and approach to life. From marketing strategies to mindset shifts, Hannah offers insights on how to embrace your creativity and live a life full of purpose and intention. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (http://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

7. 

   12 Aug 2025

   13 - PART 2 | Q&A with Rabbi Gershenfeld

   Part 2 is here! | You asked and we answered. Today's episode is devoted to your questions answered by Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld, founder and president of Meor. If you have a burning question about Judaism, send it to content@meor.org (mailto:content@meor.org) and Rabbi Gershenfeld will try his best to answer as many as he can in the next Q&A episode. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠https://⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

8. 

   29 Jun 2025

   12 - Finance, Faith, and Finding Purpose - Spencer Isen

   Spencer is the Director of Development at MEOR, where he brings his dynamic leadership and strategic vision to support transformative Jewish education and engagement. He is also the Founder and CEO of The Shoshana, a Postnatal Oasis devoted to empowering new mothers through restorative care and wellness. In addition, he serves as the Managing Member of Isen Properties, a real estate ownership and consultancy firm. Previously, Spencer was a Vice President at Meridian Capital Group in New York City, where he originated and placed over $7.5 billion in financing across a wide range of real estate assets nationwide. He holds a bachelor’s degree in politics from Brandeis University, a Master of Science in Finance from Washington University in St. Louis, and a Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Reichman University in Israel. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (http://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

9. 

   26 May 2025

   11 - Behind The Lens, Beyond The Limits - Jacob Goldberg

   Jacob Goldberg is a legally blind commercial video producer based in New York City whose dynamic career spans advertising, fashion, music, and commercial work for major brands like Target, Samsung, Milkbone, and Squarespace. A Harvard graduate with a degree in Cognitive Psychology, Jacob transitioned from a corporate role in account management to full-time production after years of side-hustling, relentless networking, and hands-on learning. Known for his passion, grit, and mentorship, he thrives on the fast pace of set life and takes pride in guiding emerging talent, believing that “a mistake becomes a mitzvah when we learn from it.” Beyond the lens, Jacob is deeply grounded in his Jewish values, cherishing Shabbat with his wife and family, and staying connected with Rabbi Ganger and the MEOR Harvard community, where he continues to draw inspiration from the fusion of Torah wisdom and professional growth. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at https://⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

10. 

    29 Apr 2025

    10 - Between Faith and Frontlines - Josh Cohen

    This Yom Hazikaron, join us for a conversation with Josh Cohen. Josh made aliyah to Israel after graduating from the University of Georgia. He drafted to the IDF in November 2019 and joined the Givati Brigade. Afterwards he made the decision to learn more about Judaism at Machon Yaakov where Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld is the Founder & Rosh Yeshiva. On October 7, during his second year in yeshiva, Josh was called up to reserve duty to go fight in the war. He has been spending this past year attempting to balance yeshiva life with being back in the military. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (http://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

11. 

    4 Mar 2025

    9 - The Dr’s Path from Bioengineering to Belief - Danielle Soberman Miller

    In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Danielle (Soberman) Miller, a current medical oncology fellow at Fox Chase Cancer Center. Danielle’s remarkable journey is one of transformation and resilience—starting as a biomedical engineer, she made a bold career change to pursue medicine. Along the way, she also embraced her faith, becoming an Orthodox Jew.Through candid reflections, Danielle shares the challenges and triumphs of navigating these significant life transitions, offering insight into how her values and spiritual growth have shaped her personal and professional journey. As a devoted wife and mother to a young son, Danielle opens up about how she balances her demanding career with family life, and how faith and medicine intersect in her day-to-day experiences. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities.Become a supporter today at ⁠https://⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

12. 

    14 Jan 2025

    8 - From Goldman Sachs to Jerusalem - Tom Steinberg

    In this episode of Realizing Potential, we are honored to hear from Mr. Tom Steinberg, the co founder of Meor. We hear about his humble beginnings back in California and how he ended up in Har Nof, Jerusalem, running one of the largest companies in the world and eventually, with time he didn't have, founding an incredible organization that I currently work for Meor. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at https://⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

13. 

    3 Dec 2024

    7 - Q&A with Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld

    You asked and we answered. Today's episode is devoted to your questions answered by Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld, founder and president of Meor. If you have a burning question about Judaism, send it to content@meor.org and Rabbi Gershenfeld will try his best to answer as many as he can in the next Q&A episode. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at https://⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

14. 

    7 Nov 2024

    6 - The Unique Path to Jewish Educator - Jack Cohen

    Join us for a conversation with Rabbi Jack Cohen, author of Nurture Their Nature (https://www.amazon.com/Nurture-Their-Nature-Essential-Guidance/dp/1952370310). Rabbi Jack is a Jewish educator passionate about helping Jewish students grow on their own path. Today we’ll explore the unique journey he took to finding this fulfillinh career. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at https://⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://xn--meor-zk7a.org/donate%E2%81%A0)

15. 

    29 Mar 2024

    5 - Secrets to a Happy Marriage - Kayla Levin

    Join us for a conversation with Kayla Levin (https://www.kaylalevin.com/), brain hacker, podcaster, and life coach for married Jewish women. She is the host of the popular podcast How to Glow (https://bit.ly/glowpodcast⁠) and lives in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Israel with her husband, who happens to be me, and five children. Kayla uses a combination of mindset coaching, modern relationship research, a deep understanding of how our brains are wired, and most importantly, wisdom from Torah sources. Today we’ll explore the journey she took to finding this unique career. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at https://⁠meor.org/donate (http://meor.org/donate)⁠

16. 

    26 Feb 2024

    4 - Through the Lens of a Documentary Filmmaker - Elisheva Hudson

    Join us for a conversation with Elisheva Hudson, a documentary filmmaker for over 15 years and beloved Meor Alumna. She has done work across the globe, in both the promotional and documentary spheres. After receiving her Masters, she came to Israel and created Hudson Films, a company that helps businesses and non-profits increase their visibility and impact through powerful story-driven films. She is passionate about bringing a more authentic and story-driven approach to the promotional film world, and breaking down how we interact with our audiences. Enjoy! MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://meor.org/donate)

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    22 Jan 2024

    3 - Suicide Intervention: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly - Dr Asher Siegelman

    Join us for a conversation with Dr Asher Siegelman, a clinical psychologist specializing in suicidology who has dedicated his career to bringing this expertise to Israel. Beyond suicide prevention, his work deals directly with suicide intervention and saving peoples lives. Asher E. Siegelman, Ph.D. completed his undergraduate work in the United States at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia and his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.  He was mentored by David A. Jobes, Ph.D. who is the founder and developer of the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS); one of the only evidence-based protocols for assessment, management, and treatment of suicide risk.  Dr. Siegelman’s clinical training was focused on trauma focused care including implementation of evidence-based protocols for PTSD for both outpatient and inpatient populations.  Additionally, his research and mentorship concerned suicide prevention with a specific focus on hospital risk assessments as well as evidence-based intervention for Military personnel and civilians including adolescents.  Dr. Siegelman completed his dissertation assisting the National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to develop a validated suicide risk screener for hospitalized medical patients.  He is now the CAMS-care Israel consultant (https://cams-care.com/ (https://cams-care.com/)) offering consultation and training in CAMS. He is also a student of Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld, MEOR Founder & President. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at ⁠meor.org/donate⁠ (https://meor.org/donate)

18. 

    9 Nov 2023

    2 - The Road From Fintech to Entrepreneur - Jenna Beltser

    Join us for a conversation with Jenna Beltser, Jenna is the program director at the Jewish Women Entrepreneur and Executive, the JWE, the Professional Network for Jewish Women. After a career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs and in the fintech startup scene, Jenna went on to be the founding director of the Orthodox Union's Impact Accelerator. Most notably for us, Jenna is a MEOR Penn alumna and shares some of the impactful experiences as well as powerful and practical Jewish wisdom she received through and since MEOR's fellowship. MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at meor.org/donate (https://⁠meor.org/donate)⁠

19. 

    9 Nov 2023

    1 - The Journey to The Supreme Court - Mark Harris

    Join us for a conversation with Mark Harris, a former federal prosecutor, a co-head of The Appellate Group, and an experienced white-collar criminal defense lawyer. With all of that, his journey is nothing short of impressive. One of the most notable historic cases, which I believe he said was the largest bankruptcy in history, was Puerto Rico in the US Court of Appeals, where he achieved an 8 to 1 victory in the Supreme Court. In addition, he happened to be in Harvard Law with former president Barack Obama, which we'll touch on in the episode. He's also a deep thinker who had some insights about how Jewish wisdom has impacted his career. Enjoy! MEOR is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, empower, and inspire the new generation of Jewish leaders. We accomplish this through cultivating intellectual engagement with Jewish sources, developing warm personal relationships, and building passionate campus and alumni communities. Become a supporter today at meor.org/donate (https://meor.org/donate)

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