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Episode 138: Keshet 2.0
Last Updated 4 weeks ago Join us for a follow-up conversation with Maya Natan, CEO of Keshet DAF IL, as we explore how Israeli giving has evolved since our 2019 discussion. Tune in for insights on how donors drive greater impact through long-term philanth
Episode 137: Righting History
Last Updated 2 months ago History buffs, this one is for you! Join Philip and his guest, historian Shalom Lamm, founder of OperationBenjamin.org. Operation Benjamin is devoted to preserving the memories of American-Jewish servicemen and women who made the
Episode 136: All in the Family?
Last Updated 3 months ago Featuring Shlomo Schreibman of Turning Point by Brand Launcher, this episode explores the highly sensitive issue of working with family.The post Episode 136: All in the Family? appeared first on Philip Stein & Associates.
Episode 135: The Fleur Factor – Leadership, Innovation, and the Power of Ideas
Last Updated 2 months ago If you havent heard of her yet (where have you been?), heres your chance to get to know the powerhouse that is Fleur Hassan-Nahoum!Fleur is Israels Special Envoy for Trade and Innovation, the former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem,
Episode 134: How the Sausage Is Made
Last Updated 2 months ago In the first episode of 2025, Philip interviews Philippe Blumenthal, Founder and CEO of the not-for-profit Governmental Savings Institute. Philippes primary goal is to help Americans retire overseas while still accessing their e
Episode 133: Heading West, featuring Roee Azizi
Last Updated 2 months ago Join Philip and guest Roee Azizi. During the past year, after serving in southern Israel post-October 7th, 2023, Roee changed his life, moved to the Western Negev, and established Hinenu(here we are). This movement encourages y
Episode 132: Drunk on Zion
Last Updated 4 months ago Join Philip and longtime friendDavid Weinberg for a brand new episode of From the Midwest to the Middle East. David is a government relations and foreign affairs specialist based in Israel. He is a diplomatic, defense, political
Episode 131: Rewilding the Urban Jungle
Last Updated 4 months ago Discover an oasis of raw nature in the heart of Gush Dan at Ecopark Glilot. Todays guest, Yoav Kremer, is the passionate environmentalist behind this ambitious project when hes not at his day job as a lawyer. Hear all about how
Episode 129: Outlook on 2024, Part VIII – Residential Real Estate
Last Updated 4 months ago In our final episode of the Outlook on 2024 series, get all your burning real estate questions related to Israel answered by our guest, Yitzchak Kowalsky, CEO of YYK Real Estate. With over a decade in the real estate business, yo
Episode 128: Outlook on 2024, Part VII – VCs and Startups
Last Updated 4 months ago Aaron Zucker, a friend of the show, returns for a new conversation. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Sapir Venture Partners, Aaron shares his thoughts on the latest industry trends and innovations and what to expect in the