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~Your Beyond the Bimah Team,
Marc Engel, Cantor Yonah Kliger, Kim Oliff, Heidi Schell, Karen Wisialowski and Stu Segal.
season 4
Episode 1: A Conversation Rabbi julia berg
Assistant Rabbi Julia Berg kicks off Season 4 of the Beyond the Bimah podcast! Hear how Jewish summer camp helped lead her to the rabbinate, how much she feels we can learn from children, and how pottery has shaped who she is and how she approaches life.
(Apologies for the audio - we had a mic malfunction)
Host: Marc Engel
Recorded on August 20, 2024
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season 3
Episode 4: A Conversation with Olivia Heffernan about Mental Health Awareness month
Join us for a powerful, insightful, and informative conversation with Olivia Heffernan, Communications, Events & Youth Services Manager at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) San Mateo County. Olivia grew up at PTS and shares her Jewish journey, her own struggles with mental illness, and what it means to show up for someone who is dealing with mental health challenges.
You can find Olivia's list of mental health resources here.
Additional resources can be found at sholom.org/mental-health-awareness.
Host: Heidi Schell
Recorded on May 14, 2024
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Episode 3: An Interview With Best-Selling Author Jenna Fisher
On this episode of Beyond the Bimah, we get to know the talented and tenacious Jenna Fisher. With an infectious blend of wit and wisdom, Jenna shares her unique story, explores her transformative Jewish journey, and provides profound insights into her powerful work rewriting the rules for women in leadership, showcased in her new book, "To The Top."
(Amazon Book Link - https://a.co/d/3JjMkLR)
Host: Kim Oliff
Recorded on December 17, 2023
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Episode 2: An Interview With ESPN sportscaster Roxy Bernstein
Sports fans especially will love the latest episode of Beyond the Bimah, as ESPN sportscaster Roxy Bernstein joins the podcast to talk about his career, including some inside looks from this dream job, his connection with Israel and more.
Host: Marc Engel
Recorded on October 31, 2023
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Episode 1: Meet PTS’s New Director of Education, Rosa Whitten
We’re kicking off Season 3 in this wonderful conversation with our new Director of Education. Tune in to learn of Rosa’s fascinating background and Jewish journey, what she’s looking forward to in her new role, and her latest musical endeavor.
Host: Heidi Schell
Recorded on August 16, 2023
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