Hosted by Jewish teens Max and Jacob Finkel, Fearless Interventions is committed to inspiring and empowering the next generation through a Jewish lens. Our podcast embraces the values of tikkun olam—repairing the world—by fostering intergenerational dialogue and connecting with the broader community. We aim to bridge gaps between tradition and the contemporary world, encouraging fearless conversations on social justice, personal growth, and communal responsibility. Max and Jacob hope to build a more inclusive and compassionate world through engaging discussions and shared stories.
Kicking off Season 2 of Fearless Interventions, hosts Max Alperstein and Jacob Finkel welcome an extraordinary guest, Naomi Nachman, also known as The Aussie Gourmet! Naomi is a celebrated kosher cookbook author, chef, and media personality who has made a significant impact on the kosher culinary scene. In this premiere episode, Naomi shares her incredible journey from Australia to New York, revealing the passion behind her kosher ...
Welcome back to Fearless Interventions. As always, my incredible cohost, Jacob Finkel, is with me. And today's episode, we have the absolute pleasure of welcoming Jordan Berman, AKA Bear Jew Berman. He's a great person. He founded and started the tribe. I am sure you've seen their merchandise.
They work with some incredible people. So, for all our Jewish athletes in the world who are fearlessly standing in court, just a...
Daniel Kopilov: A fearless IDF hero - Fearless Interventions Ep. 32
In this episode of "Fearless Interventions," host Max Alperstein and Jacob Finkel take a break to talk with the hero Daniel Kopilov. Daniel is a young Israeli, born in Ukraine, who moved to Russia before finally finding his home in Israel. After high school, he enlisted in the IDF and eventually moved to officer training. However, after a short training p...
Description: In this special episode of Fearless Interventions, Max Alperstein takes you aboard the Norwegian Gem for a solo journey filled with reflections and stories from the open sea. As he navigates through the waters from Boston to Bermuda, Max shares his personal experiences, diving deep into themes of Jewish identity, community, and resilience.
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In this episode of 'Fearless Interventions,' your host, Max, welcomes the incredible Danielle Yablonka. Danielle opens up about her multifaceted life, balancing her roles as an artist, model, and fierce advocate for Jewish pride. She shares her compelling journey from being a high school student inspired by Holocaust survivors to moving to Israel to continue her advocacy work. Dive into Danielle's impactful stories, lea...
In this episode of Fearless Interventions, Max Alperstein and his co-host Jacob Finkel have an engaging conversation with Inbal Amit, also known as Hebrew by Inbal. They dive into her journey from a bilingual upbringing in Israel to becoming a passionate language educator. Inbal shares how her travels and love for diverse cultures shaped her career, leading her from managing a successful translation business and copywriting agency ...
🎙️ Guess who's back? After an inspiring break in Israel, Jacob Finkel returns to co-host Fearless Interventions! In this episode, Jacob and Max dive into the complex world of journalism and reporting, exploring what it means to stay unbiased while addressing fundamentally opposing viewpoints. They tackle the challenges and nuances of being Jewish in the media landscape and how to navigate controversial topics with integri...
In this emotionally powerful episode optimized for Spotify, host Max Alperstein welcomes journalist and Holocaust storyteller Dana Arschin. Dana shares her journey from being a reporter at Fox News to becoming a dedicated Holocaust storyteller. The conversation delves into her personal background, including her family history and her grandfather's survival of the Holocaust. Dana recounts her trips to Poland, the challenges of c...
Matan Gendelman: Surviving Kfar Aza - Fearless Interventions Ep. 24
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In this episode of "Fearless Interventions," host Max Alperstein interviews Matan Gendelman, who recounts her terrifying experience during the October 7, 2023, attack on Kfar Aza, a kibbutz near the Gaza Strip. Matan describes the fear and chaos as she hid in her family's safe room, unsure of her children’s safety who were elsewhere in the ki...
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In this episode of "Fearless Interventions," host Max Alperstein interviews the musical duo Yonina, Yoni, and Nina Tokayar. They discuss their journey as musicians, the impact of Yoni's military service, and their life-changing experiences post-October 7th. The episode covers their viral rise to fame, the challenges of performing as a couple, and the creation of their powerful song "Neleketet Kochavim.&q...
In this episode of Fearless Interventions, hosts Max Alperstein and Jacob Finkel engage in a compelling conversation with music producer Aviad Poznansky. This episode is packed with discussions about Aviad's early life, deep connections to music and the Jewish community, and his journey from classical training to contemporary production. Aviad shares insights into his creative process, his favorite projects, and the influence o...
In this episode of Fearless Interventions, Max Alperstein and Jacob Finkel are joined by Bridgette Proulx, a trailblazing hockey broadcaster. Bridgette shares her journey from growing up talking hockey with her dad to breaking into the male-dominated world of sports broadcasting. She discusses her career path, the challenges she's faced, and her thoughts on the future of the PWHL and women's hockey. Tune in to hear Bridgett...
In this captivating episode of *Fearless Interventions*, join hosts Max Alperstein and Jacob Finkel for an enlightening conversation with renowned sex educator Logan Levkoff. Delve into Logan's journey, uncovering the challenges she faces, debunking common misconceptions about sexual education, and examining the profound impact of technology and societal pressures on teen sexuality.
Logan shares heartfelt anecdotes, explo...
In this episode of Fearless Interventions, host Max Alperstein and cohost Jacob Finkel welcome AJ Edelman,
a dual American-Israeli citizen and Israel’s most decorated skeleton athlete. Edelman shares his background, growing up in a modern Orthodox Jewish home, representing Israel at the 2018 Winter Olympics, and his current role in bobsledding.
The discussion covers Jewish history, contemporary issues facing the Jewish commu...
WELCOME TO THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED INTERVIEW WITH CAM NEELY
Max and Jacob Sit down with Cam Neely to discuss his transition from a professional ice hockey player to an executive role in the NHL, his experiences, challenges, and successes in both roles, and his philanthropic work with the Cam Neely Foundation supporting cancer patients and families. Neely reflects on notable moments in his career and lessons learned and offers advic...
In the 17th episode of Fearless Interventions, Max and Jacob Finkel invite esteemed guest Yehudah Kurtzer, President of the Shalom Hartman Institute, to join them. This dynamic conversation unfolds alongside the host of the Identity podcast, delving deep into the intricate discourse surrounding Jewish identity both in Israel and America.
Through this engaging dialogue, listeners are treated to an exploration of the multifaceted con...
Join hosts Max Alperstein and Jacob Finkel in an eye-opening episode of Fearless Interventions featuring Lily Rabinoff-Goldman, the visionary CEO of JCC Greater Boston. Dive into Lily's remarkable journey, from her upbringing to leading a successful $5 million fundraising campaign for JCC's lobby renovation. Discover how Lily's commitment to inclusivity and Jewish traditions shapes the vibrant community at JCC Greater B...
Dr. Jonathan Golden: Jewish Pluralism, Israel Studies, and Current Challenges - Fearless Interventions Ep. 15
In this episode, Max and Jacob engage in a conversation with the distinguished Dr. Jonathan Golden.
About the Guest: Dr. Golden is a renowned educator and the Director of Wellspring Leadership Initiatives at the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America. With over two decades of experience at Gann Academy, his expertis...
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