60 acast.com storymark™ https://shows.acast.com/storymark en storymark Entrepreneurship itrek studios A show about leaders, the moments that made them, and the mark they leave. storymark™ invites you to a refreshing spin on the leadership podcast. These interviews are dynamic, story-driven conversations about pivotal moments that propelled each guest towards success. You’ll hear revealing truths and unexpected insights from creative visionaries, pioneering innovators, and global leaders. Each guest is leaving a unique mark in their industry and the world — and all are anchored by a connection to Israel.

 

In his role as itrek CEO, storymark host Gil Galanos has spent over a decade conversing with distinguished leaders. Compelled by his curiosity and motivated by the marks these leaders are leaving, Gil decided to hit the “record button” on the revealing conversations he was already having. Now you get to listen in.



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]]> storymark™ invites you to a refreshing spin on the leadership podcast. These interviews are dynamic, story-driven conversations about pivotal moments that propelled each guest towards success. You’ll hear revealing truths and unexpected insights from creative visionaries, pioneering innovators, and global leaders. Each guest is leaving a unique mark in their industry and the world — and all are anchored by a connection to Israel.

 

In his role as itrek CEO, storymark host Gil Galanos has spent over a decade conversing with distinguished leaders. Compelled by his curiosity and motivated by the marks these leaders are leaving, Gil decided to hit the “record button” on the revealing conversations he was already having. Now you get to listen in.



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]]> false Aurora Greenberg aurora.greenberg@itrek.org 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 storymark episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74/1731422248326-49ff5066-84d3-49cd-bed8-afa5121ecb63.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/storymark storymark™ storymark LIVE: Congressman Ritchie Torres, Progress Not Perfection storymark LIVE: Congressman Ritchie Torres, Progress Not Perfection Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:24:44 GMT 26:17 67608a729b72f37e5d934532 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/storymark-live-congressman-ritchie-torres-progress-not-perfe 67608a729b72f37e5d934532 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 storymark-live-congressman-ritchie-torres-progress-not-perfe full 4 6 Raised by a single mother, Congressman Ritchie Torres overcame poverty, personal trauma, and systemic barriers to forge a path of advocacy and leadership.

Torres shares his inspiring journey, which began in public housing in the Bronx. His civic interest guided him into politics, and he now serves in the U.S. Congress as one of the first openly gay congressmen of color. He reflects on his dedication to housing reform, his progressive yet independent voice in American politics, and the transformative impact of a visit to Israel.


Drawing inspiration from civil rights leaders who fought for the rights of Black Americans, Torres draws powerful parallels between the historical struggles of Black Americans and the Jewish people. His bold advocacy for Israel and his fight against rising antisemitism have come at great personal and professional cost. Yet, he continues to champion Israel and the Jewish community with unwavering conviction, believing that silence is never an option in the face of hate.

Listen in on this live conversation with Gil and Congressman Torres as they thoughtfully discuss one of the most controversial topics in American politics.


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]]> Raised by a single mother, Congressman Ritchie Torres overcame poverty, personal trauma, and systemic barriers to forge a path of advocacy and leadership.

Torres shares his inspiring journey, which began in public housing in the Bronx. His civic interest guided him into politics, and he now serves in the U.S. Congress as one of the first openly gay congressmen of color. He reflects on his dedication to housing reform, his progressive yet independent voice in American politics, and the transformative impact of a visit to Israel.


Drawing inspiration from civil rights leaders who fought for the rights of Black Americans, Torres draws powerful parallels between the historical struggles of Black Americans and the Jewish people. His bold advocacy for Israel and his fight against rising antisemitism have come at great personal and professional cost. Yet, he continues to champion Israel and the Jewish community with unwavering conviction, believing that silence is never an option in the face of hate.

Listen in on this live conversation with Gil and Congressman Torres as they thoughtfully discuss one of the most controversial topics in American politics.


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]]> <![CDATA[Yariv Bash, CEO & Co-Founder FlyTrex, Founder SpaceIL | To the Moon and Back ]]> Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:54:42 GMT 27:21 67574ffe7205a5bc68f98788 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/yariv-bash-ceo-co-founder-flytrex-founder-spaceil-to-the-moo 67574ffe7205a5bc68f98788 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 yariv-bash-ceo-co-founder-flytrex-founder-spaceil-to-the-moo full 4 5 As an engineering student, Yariv Bash dedicated countless hours to hands-on work, sacrificing top grades in order to open doors for out-of-this-world opportunities.


After co-founding SpaceIL, Yariv and his team entered the Google Lunar XPrize competition on little more than a whim and a little bit of whiskey. They built and launched Beresheet, the first private interplanetary robotic mission to the moon. Although the landing proved unsuccessful, it did not deter investors from supporting Yariv's subsequent ventures, including his groundbreaking work in the drone delivery space and the establishment of FlyTrex, an on-demand drone delivery service.


While Yariv’s career is punctuated by soaring success, he also experienced a literal rock bottom. 

Join Gil as he delves into Yariv's remarkable achievements, setbacks, and unwavering resilience.


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]]> As an engineering student, Yariv Bash dedicated countless hours to hands-on work, sacrificing top grades in order to open doors for out-of-this-world opportunities.


After co-founding SpaceIL, Yariv and his team entered the Google Lunar XPrize competition on little more than a whim and a little bit of whiskey. They built and launched Beresheet, the first private interplanetary robotic mission to the moon. Although the landing proved unsuccessful, it did not deter investors from supporting Yariv's subsequent ventures, including his groundbreaking work in the drone delivery space and the establishment of FlyTrex, an on-demand drone delivery service.


While Yariv’s career is punctuated by soaring success, he also experienced a literal rock bottom. 

Join Gil as he delves into Yariv's remarkable achievements, setbacks, and unwavering resilience.


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]]> Ashager Araro, Content Creator, Battae Founder | Dreaming of Home Ashager Araro, Content Creator, Battae Founder | Dreaming of Home Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:57:54 GMT 30:27 674ddab60a5f928c931ff1d8 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/ashagar-araro-dreaming-of-home 674ddab60a5f928c931ff1d8 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 ashagar-araro-dreaming-of-home full 4 4 Ashager Araro's reverence for dreams extends far beyond mere aspirations or poetic musings; for her, they hold profound significance embedded in Israel’s history, her ancestral roots, and her personal journey.


Born in Ethiopia, Ashager’s family yearned for a life in Jerusalem for generations. However, upon reaching their longed-for destination, the reality was far from their dreams. Struggling against social isolation and racial prejudice as a Black Jew, Ashager's parents fostered a fierce determination within her and helped her practice empathy toward her peers. This unwavering sense of self fueled her dream of a more equitable Israel, and she emerged as a champion for ethnic minorities, particularly for her own Ethiopian community.


Ashager went on to create Battae — Amharic for “home”— which serves as a sanctuary where fellow African Jews can find community and celebrate the richness of their heritage through food, dance, and education.


Join Gil as he gains a deeper understanding of Ashager’s remarkable story, how she utilizes her online reach, and endeavors to help Gil master his very first word in Amharic: "ameseginalehu" (Thank you).


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]]> Ashager Araro's reverence for dreams extends far beyond mere aspirations or poetic musings; for her, they hold profound significance embedded in Israel’s history, her ancestral roots, and her personal journey.


Born in Ethiopia, Ashager’s family yearned for a life in Jerusalem for generations. However, upon reaching their longed-for destination, the reality was far from their dreams. Struggling against social isolation and racial prejudice as a Black Jew, Ashager's parents fostered a fierce determination within her and helped her practice empathy toward her peers. This unwavering sense of self fueled her dream of a more equitable Israel, and she emerged as a champion for ethnic minorities, particularly for her own Ethiopian community.


Ashager went on to create Battae — Amharic for “home”— which serves as a sanctuary where fellow African Jews can find community and celebrate the richness of their heritage through food, dance, and education.


Join Gil as he gains a deeper understanding of Ashager’s remarkable story, how she utilizes her online reach, and endeavors to help Gil master his very first word in Amharic: "ameseginalehu" (Thank you).


More about storymarkTM


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]]> Uri Buri, Restaurateur | Thinking not Following Uri Buri, Restaurateur | Thinking not Following Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:20:55 GMT 31:15 6745d84178f05cc6cc48382b false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/uri-buri-restaurateur-thinking-not-following 6745d84178f05cc6cc48382b 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 uri-buri-restaurateur-thinking-not-following full 4 3 Today, Uri Buri’s eponymous restaurant “Uri Buri” has garnered international acclaim - but his culinary journey began just steps from home, on Israel’s stunning seaside. Deeply influenced by his family’s tradition of hosting guests from around the world, Uri cultivated a lifelong passion for cooking and community. So, fueled by ambition from a young age, Uri decided to leave school early and pursue his culinary dreams. 


Traveling the globe in a Volkswagen van, Uri spent several years delighting customers with fresh, inventive flavors that would become his signature. Eventually, seeking stability and a place to build a family, Uri opened his restaurant in the historic and culturally rich city of Akko.


In this episode, Uri reflects on a harrowing period in his life and career, revealing an unflappable optimism and resilience. Join Gil as he explores Uri’s insights about his unwavering convictions, commitment to community, and the power of food.


~~


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]]> Today, Uri Buri’s eponymous restaurant “Uri Buri” has garnered international acclaim - but his culinary journey began just steps from home, on Israel’s stunning seaside. Deeply influenced by his family’s tradition of hosting guests from around the world, Uri cultivated a lifelong passion for cooking and community. So, fueled by ambition from a young age, Uri decided to leave school early and pursue his culinary dreams. 


Traveling the globe in a Volkswagen van, Uri spent several years delighting customers with fresh, inventive flavors that would become his signature. Eventually, seeking stability and a place to build a family, Uri opened his restaurant in the historic and culturally rich city of Akko.


In this episode, Uri reflects on a harrowing period in his life and career, revealing an unflappable optimism and resilience. Join Gil as he explores Uri’s insights about his unwavering convictions, commitment to community, and the power of food.


~~


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]]> <![CDATA[Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh, Journalist & Politician, Emissary for The Jewish Agency | Success at the Collective Level ]]> Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:55:33 GMT 19:19 673b8249107f423a05269aed false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/gadeer-kamal-mreeh-journalist-politician-emissary-for-the-je 673b8249107f423a05269aed 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 gadeer-kamal-mreeh-journalist-politician-emissary-for-the-je full 4 2 Pioneer. Trailblazer. Groundbreaker. These words epitomize today’s guest, Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh. As a member of Israel's Druze religious minority, Gadeer stands out as a symbol of courage, breaking barriers for Druze women and other Israeli minorities alike. Her groundbreaking achievements include being the first non-Jewish anchorwoman to deliver the evening news in Israel—a feat rooted in her lifelong passion for journalism, which began at the tender age of 12. Gadeer was also the first Druze woman elected to the Israeli Knesset. 


In this storymark spotlight episode, Gil delves into Gadeer's remarkable political journey, explores her unwavering commitment to Israel's land beyond politics, and digs into the possibility of her future candidacy.



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]]> Pioneer. Trailblazer. Groundbreaker. These words epitomize today’s guest, Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh. As a member of Israel's Druze religious minority, Gadeer stands out as a symbol of courage, breaking barriers for Druze women and other Israeli minorities alike. Her groundbreaking achievements include being the first non-Jewish anchorwoman to deliver the evening news in Israel—a feat rooted in her lifelong passion for journalism, which began at the tender age of 12. Gadeer was also the first Druze woman elected to the Israeli Knesset. 


In this storymark spotlight episode, Gil delves into Gadeer's remarkable political journey, explores her unwavering commitment to Israel's land beyond politics, and digs into the possibility of her future candidacy.



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]]> storymark LIVE: Nuseir Yassin, Content Creator, Nas Daily | Everything Has a Price storymark LIVE: Nuseir Yassin, Content Creator, Nas Daily | Everything Has a Price Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:09:29 GMT 33:36 67210b7c8c8e0138f0dc2d60 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/storymark-live-nuseir-yassin-content-creator-nas-daily-every 67210b7c8c8e0138f0dc2d60 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 storymark-live-nuseir-yassin-content-creator-nas-daily-every full 4 1 Growing up as a Palestinian in Israel, Nuseir Yassin grappled with the complexities of his identity, often feeling adrift between two worlds. It wasn’t until he reached Harvard University, 5,500 miles away from home, that he encountered his first Jewish friend. Despite his new location, the weight of Nuseir’s identity remained palpable, presenting challenges to fitting in that mirrored those faced back in Israel. 

   

After graduating from Harvard, Nuseir worked for a startup in New York City. However, he soon realized he was trading years of his life for a paycheck. Motivated by a desire to find purpose in his work, Nuseir left New York for Kenya and staked his future on the internet.


In 2016, he launched Nas Daily, a daily vlog featuring one-minute videos showcasing people from around the world. He gained worldwide recognition and skillfully integrated social and political stories into his work. 

Join Gil in this live conversation with Nuseir as they delve into his unique journey, and explore how current events have changed the way he identifies.


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]]> Growing up as a Palestinian in Israel, Nuseir Yassin grappled with the complexities of his identity, often feeling adrift between two worlds. It wasn’t until he reached Harvard University, 5,500 miles away from home, that he encountered his first Jewish friend. Despite his new location, the weight of Nuseir’s identity remained palpable, presenting challenges to fitting in that mirrored those faced back in Israel. 

   

After graduating from Harvard, Nuseir worked for a startup in New York City. However, he soon realized he was trading years of his life for a paycheck. Motivated by a desire to find purpose in his work, Nuseir left New York for Kenya and staked his future on the internet.


In 2016, he launched Nas Daily, a daily vlog featuring one-minute videos showcasing people from around the world. He gained worldwide recognition and skillfully integrated social and political stories into his work. 

Join Gil in this live conversation with Nuseir as they delve into his unique journey, and explore how current events have changed the way he identifies.


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]]> storymark LIVE: Tzipi Livni, Former Vice Prime Minister of Israel | Driven By Belief storymark LIVE: Tzipi Livni, Former Vice Prime Minister of Israel | Driven By Belief Tue, 23 May 2023 07:00:32 GMT 20:30 646a56343ea3890011f10b1d false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/tzipi-livni 646a56343ea3890011f10b1d 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 tzipi-livni full 3 10 When deciding which professional path to pursue, Tzipi Livni defied the expectations set by her politically active parents and initially chose a career in law. But sometimes a calling transcends pragmatism, and when Israel found itself split down the middle and rife with tension Tzipi was compelled to change direction and run for office.


Tzipi amassed an impressive array of political roles, most famously, Israel’s Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Justice. Each position was accompanied by a chorus of both praise and criticism for the policies she upheld and decisions she made. Reflecting on significant moments during her tenure, Tzipi concedes that the strategic implementation could have been better. Nonetheless, she affirms her decisions, which were all informed by an unwavering commitment to achieve equity and peace.


Join Gil and 100 itrek participants in this captivating live conversation, where Tzipi’s indomitable spirit and steadfast determination truly shine, cementing her as an undeniable force to be reckoned with.


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storymark is hosted by Gil Galanos. Our Producer is Patrick Emile. Our Associate Producer is Rebekah Sebastian. Our Editor is Zev Levi. Special thanks to the itrek marketing team.


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]]> When deciding which professional path to pursue, Tzipi Livni defied the expectations set by her politically active parents and initially chose a career in law. But sometimes a calling transcends pragmatism, and when Israel found itself split down the middle and rife with tension Tzipi was compelled to change direction and run for office.


Tzipi amassed an impressive array of political roles, most famously, Israel’s Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Justice. Each position was accompanied by a chorus of both praise and criticism for the policies she upheld and decisions she made. Reflecting on significant moments during her tenure, Tzipi concedes that the strategic implementation could have been better. Nonetheless, she affirms her decisions, which were all informed by an unwavering commitment to achieve equity and peace.


Join Gil and 100 itrek participants in this captivating live conversation, where Tzipi’s indomitable spirit and steadfast determination truly shine, cementing her as an undeniable force to be reckoned with.


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]]> Seth Siegel, Businessman, Author and Activist | A Smorgasbord of Success Seth Siegel, Businessman, Author and Activist | A Smorgasbord of Success Tue, 16 May 2023 07:00:39 GMT 24:26 64621509285eb70011afae3b false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/seth-seigel 64621509285eb70011afae3b 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 seth-seigel full Seth Siegel has a penchant for following his curiosity and doing the unexpected. As a serial entrepreneur, Seth seamlessly moves from one endeavor to the next. This agility led to a diverse range of experience, from practicing law to licensing trademarks, and from writing an award-winning book on the global water crisis to producing a Broadway show. This unconventional career trajectory may have made his stability-oriented father nervous, but Seth achieved wide success across industries, and is a shining example of forging one's own path.


Join Gil as he queries Seth on his approach to business, investment in the arts, and why he believes the solution to the global water crisis can be found in Israel. 


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]]> Seth Siegel has a penchant for following his curiosity and doing the unexpected. As a serial entrepreneur, Seth seamlessly moves from one endeavor to the next. This agility led to a diverse range of experience, from practicing law to licensing trademarks, and from writing an award-winning book on the global water crisis to producing a Broadway show. This unconventional career trajectory may have made his stability-oriented father nervous, but Seth achieved wide success across industries, and is a shining example of forging one's own path.


Join Gil as he queries Seth on his approach to business, investment in the arts, and why he believes the solution to the global water crisis can be found in Israel. 


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]]> Laura Hassner, Educator and Builder, Berkeley Changemaker | The World is a Classroom Laura Hassner, Educator and Builder, Berkeley Changemaker | The World is a Classroom Thu, 11 May 2023 07:00:10 GMT 16:31 645b68de3699f600112836bd false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/laura-hassner 645b68de3699f600112836bd 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 laura-hassner full 3

Laura Hassner intentionally sought out educational experiences in unfamiliar environments so she could stretch herself personally and intellectually. From opting into a multilingual school setting, to embarking on foreign exchange experiences in Chile and England, Laura truly considers the world her classroom. 


Eager to introduce a global mindset to students, Laura landed her dream job at Berkeley as builder of an entrepreneurship program called The Berkeley Changemaker®. The program empowers students to develop their leadership skills, and to utilize their education and talent to create positive change both locally and globally.


Be inspired as Gil and Laura recount her leadership journey and the personal loss that clarified her purpose.


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]]>

Laura Hassner intentionally sought out educational experiences in unfamiliar environments so she could stretch herself personally and intellectually. From opting into a multilingual school setting, to embarking on foreign exchange experiences in Chile and England, Laura truly considers the world her classroom. 


Eager to introduce a global mindset to students, Laura landed her dream job at Berkeley as builder of an entrepreneurship program called The Berkeley Changemaker®. The program empowers students to develop their leadership skills, and to utilize their education and talent to create positive change both locally and globally.


Be inspired as Gil and Laura recount her leadership journey and the personal loss that clarified her purpose.


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]]> <![CDATA[Tom Cohen, Head Conductor and Artistic Director of the Jerusalem Orchestra East & West | Music Without Borders]]> Tue, 09 May 2023 07:00:02 GMT 27:19 6457f3b97ef10f0011054f9d false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/tom-cohen 6457f3b97ef10f0011054f9d 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 tom-cohen full 3 8 Tom Cohen's love for music has deep roots that can be traced back to his childhood home, where he and his parents listened to a wide variety of genres without judgment. This impartiality would prove invaluable as Tom later developed his own sound. 


As the founder and head conductor of the Jerusalem Orchestra East and West, Tom creates a new, integrated musical experience that blends sounds from the East and West, old and new. His innovative approach transcends pre-existing limitations in Israeli classical music and allows audiences to overlook cultural and political conflicts — if only for a few hours.


Enjoy Gil and Tom’s repartee about the gift of music, labor justice, and how even small acts of change can have worldwide impact.



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]]> Tom Cohen's love for music has deep roots that can be traced back to his childhood home, where he and his parents listened to a wide variety of genres without judgment. This impartiality would prove invaluable as Tom later developed his own sound. 


As the founder and head conductor of the Jerusalem Orchestra East and West, Tom creates a new, integrated musical experience that blends sounds from the East and West, old and new. His innovative approach transcends pre-existing limitations in Israeli classical music and allows audiences to overlook cultural and political conflicts — if only for a few hours.


Enjoy Gil and Tom’s repartee about the gift of music, labor justice, and how even small acts of change can have worldwide impact.



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]]> Alma and Daniel Hernandez, Current and Former Representatives of the Arizona House | Barrier Breakers, Change Makers Alma and Daniel Hernandez, Current and Former Representatives of the Arizona House | Barrier Breakers, Change Makers Tue, 02 May 2023 07:00:47 GMT 26:52 6450186430540d00115ffe3a false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/alma-hernandez-and-daniel-hernandez 6450186430540d00115ffe3a 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 alma-hernandez-and-daniel-hernandez full 3 7 Alma and Daniel Hernandez are a dynamic brother-sister duo; each with a powerful story to tell. 

Raised in a loving Mexican-American home, they harnessed their family’s love and support as a springboard to forge their own paths.


During their adolescence, Alma and Daniel each faced unexpected traumas that could have derailed their plans. Instead, they chose to use their healing experiences to help others and turn their struggles into a driving force for service and advocacy.


Their journeys eventually led them to the Arizona House of Representatives, where they each championed unique identity-focused causes. Daniel became a vocal advocate for LGBTQ issues, drawing from his own experiences as a gay man. Alma focused on Holocaust awareness and education, inspired by the discovery of her Jewish heritage.


Listen in as Gil uncovers Daniel and Alma’s incredible stories of resilience and how they shifted their focus outward to heal themselves and help their communities. 


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]]> Alma and Daniel Hernandez are a dynamic brother-sister duo; each with a powerful story to tell. 

Raised in a loving Mexican-American home, they harnessed their family’s love and support as a springboard to forge their own paths.


During their adolescence, Alma and Daniel each faced unexpected traumas that could have derailed their plans. Instead, they chose to use their healing experiences to help others and turn their struggles into a driving force for service and advocacy.


Their journeys eventually led them to the Arizona House of Representatives, where they each championed unique identity-focused causes. Daniel became a vocal advocate for LGBTQ issues, drawing from his own experiences as a gay man. Alma focused on Holocaust awareness and education, inspired by the discovery of her Jewish heritage.


Listen in as Gil uncovers Daniel and Alma’s incredible stories of resilience and how they shifted their focus outward to heal themselves and help their communities. 


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]]> Felipe Neves, Lawyer, Educator, and Founder of the NGO Project Constitutional Law in School | The World is a Classroom Felipe Neves, Lawyer, Educator, and Founder of the NGO Project Constitutional Law in School | The World is a Classroom Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:00:17 GMT 16:02 64458394dcef590011b24e42 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/felippe-neves 64458394dcef590011b24e42 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 felippe-neves full 3 Felipe Neves takes nothing for granted. Growing up in Brazil, his mother worked tirelessly to provide Felipe with a private education. After graduating from law school in Brazil and working at a law firm for several years, Felipe developed a burning desire to share what he learned about his country’s government and political infrastructure with young Brazilian public school students. This would become Felipe’s modus operandi; learn, grow, share.


Felipe is currently the Head of Google Workspace for Education in Latin America — his achievements and accolades speak for themselves, but he humbly measures his success by the happiness and impact he brings to those around him.


In this storymark spotlight episode, Felipe recounts his participation in a U.S. State Department program which led him to Stanford University. These experiences allowed him to pursue a law degree and lean into his entrepreneurial ambitions.


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]]> Felipe Neves takes nothing for granted. Growing up in Brazil, his mother worked tirelessly to provide Felipe with a private education. After graduating from law school in Brazil and working at a law firm for several years, Felipe developed a burning desire to share what he learned about his country’s government and political infrastructure with young Brazilian public school students. This would become Felipe’s modus operandi; learn, grow, share.


Felipe is currently the Head of Google Workspace for Education in Latin America — his achievements and accolades speak for themselves, but he humbly measures his success by the happiness and impact he brings to those around him.


In this storymark spotlight episode, Felipe recounts his participation in a U.S. State Department program which led him to Stanford University. These experiences allowed him to pursue a law degree and lean into his entrepreneurial ambitions.


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]]> Dov Moran, Entrepreneur, Investor and Inventor | Failing Upwards Dov Moran, Entrepreneur, Investor and Inventor | Failing Upwards Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:00:20 GMT 19:38 6445124887116200115fe6a1 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/dov-moran 6445124887116200115fe6a1 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 dov-moran full 3 6 You’ve heard of failing upwards and there’s a reason for that. Today’s guest is best-known for inventing the widely used USB memory flash drive. But perhaps Dov Moran should also be revered as an entrepreneur who isn’t afraid to fail, and isn’t afraid to admit it.


As a child, Dov had the characteristics of an entrepreneur; curiosity, aptitude for technology, and perhaps most importantly, the influence of his grandfather — himself a successful entrepreneur. Dov's grandfather exposed him to crucial concepts such as mechanics and money, but also instilled in him a mindset that would prove vital for an innovative life.


Listen closely as Gil discovers the surprising moments Dov considers failures — events that would be considered successful by nearly everyone’s standards. Dov's humble demeanor only enhances his credibility and provides a more holistic view of his entrepreneurial journey.


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]]> You’ve heard of failing upwards and there’s a reason for that. Today’s guest is best-known for inventing the widely used USB memory flash drive. But perhaps Dov Moran should also be revered as an entrepreneur who isn’t afraid to fail, and isn’t afraid to admit it.


As a child, Dov had the characteristics of an entrepreneur; curiosity, aptitude for technology, and perhaps most importantly, the influence of his grandfather — himself a successful entrepreneur. Dov's grandfather exposed him to crucial concepts such as mechanics and money, but also instilled in him a mindset that would prove vital for an innovative life.


Listen closely as Gil discovers the surprising moments Dov considers failures — events that would be considered successful by nearly everyone’s standards. Dov's humble demeanor only enhances his credibility and provides a more holistic view of his entrepreneurial journey.


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]]> Niruban Balachandran, Foreign Policy Expert and Peacebuilder | How Can I Be a Bridge Builder? Niruban Balachandran, Foreign Policy Expert and Peacebuilder | How Can I Be a Bridge Builder? Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:18 GMT 13:56 643eb796dcef5900116fa604 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/niruban-balachandran 643eb796dcef5900116fa604 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 niruban-balachandran full Ten days in Israel and an inherited passion for Indonesia were all Niruban Balachandran needed to dedicate his life to cultivating connections between unlikely cultures. Where others saw the likelihood of failure, Niruban saw opportunity. Believing that his global finance background would be instrumental in promoting peace, he leveraged his experience to transition into the field of international aid.


In this storymark spotlight episode, Niruban shares how his grandfather and an Indonesian diplomat played a role in shaping his career. Meanwhile, Gil uncovers the profound impact of Niruban's initial trip to the Middle East.


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]]> Ten days in Israel and an inherited passion for Indonesia were all Niruban Balachandran needed to dedicate his life to cultivating connections between unlikely cultures. Where others saw the likelihood of failure, Niruban saw opportunity. Believing that his global finance background would be instrumental in promoting peace, he leveraged his experience to transition into the field of international aid.


In this storymark spotlight episode, Niruban shares how his grandfather and an Indonesian diplomat played a role in shaping his career. Meanwhile, Gil uncovers the profound impact of Niruban's initial trip to the Middle East.


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]]> Adeena Sussman, Cook and Cookbook Author | The Sacred Act of Cooking Adeena Sussman, Cook and Cookbook Author | The Sacred Act of Cooking Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:00:34 GMT 18:49 643d167c817a66001082eae7 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/adeena-sussma 643d167c817a66001082eae7 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 adeena-sussma full 3 5 For The New York Times best-selling author, Adeena Sussman, cookbooks aren’t just a collection of recipes — they’re love letters.


At just nine years old, Adeena was tackling complicated recipes in her family’s kosher home. Yet, she was more interested in fostering connections than mastering recipes. Adeena relished the shared stories and camaraderie that occurred when family, friends, and guests gathered together for meals. 


Adeena’s early success writing articles for Gourmet Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and Bon Appetit, positioned her to co-author cookbooks with over a dozen high-profile personalities, most notably, Chrissy Teigen. Eventually, Adeena would re-discover her unique voice and create two cookbooks of her own — a journey that led her to Israel where she used food to navigate a new way of life.


Have a seat at the table as Gil and Adeena explore the cultural dynamics and personal passions that inspire Adeena’s culinary pursuits.


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]]> For The New York Times best-selling author, Adeena Sussman, cookbooks aren’t just a collection of recipes — they’re love letters.


At just nine years old, Adeena was tackling complicated recipes in her family’s kosher home. Yet, she was more interested in fostering connections than mastering recipes. Adeena relished the shared stories and camaraderie that occurred when family, friends, and guests gathered together for meals. 


Adeena’s early success writing articles for Gourmet Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and Bon Appetit, positioned her to co-author cookbooks with over a dozen high-profile personalities, most notably, Chrissy Teigen. Eventually, Adeena would re-discover her unique voice and create two cookbooks of her own — a journey that led her to Israel where she used food to navigate a new way of life.


Have a seat at the table as Gil and Adeena explore the cultural dynamics and personal passions that inspire Adeena’s culinary pursuits.


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]]> Matti Friedman, Author and Journalist | Stories from the Fringes Matti Friedman, Author and Journalist | Stories from the Fringes Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:00:33 GMT 22:11 6409cabc276e6d00112e5405 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/matti-friedman 6409cabc276e6d00112e5405 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 matti-friedman full 3 4 According to his middle school yearbook, Matti Friedman wanted to be a journalist when he grew up. The only problem? He didn’t really know what that meant. 


But Matti knew that writing was the best way to make sense of a very complicated world. As his career progressed, Matti allowed his life experiences to influence the formation of his work. From his early days in Israel living on a kibbutz, to his first gig as a reporter at The Jerusalem Post, he wrote stories that tackled complex moments in history and his own life. To date, the Canadian-Israeli writer has published four lauded books, and his headlines have appeared in top outlets like The New York Times and The Atlantic. 


Listen in as Gil and Matti travel back in time, wading through memories that take Matti from Canada to various parts of the Middle East, which Matti believes are the key to seeing Israel with new eyes.


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]]> According to his middle school yearbook, Matti Friedman wanted to be a journalist when he grew up. The only problem? He didn’t really know what that meant. 


But Matti knew that writing was the best way to make sense of a very complicated world. As his career progressed, Matti allowed his life experiences to influence the formation of his work. From his early days in Israel living on a kibbutz, to his first gig as a reporter at The Jerusalem Post, he wrote stories that tackled complex moments in history and his own life. To date, the Canadian-Israeli writer has published four lauded books, and his headlines have appeared in top outlets like The New York Times and The Atlantic. 


Listen in as Gil and Matti travel back in time, wading through memories that take Matti from Canada to various parts of the Middle East, which Matti believes are the key to seeing Israel with new eyes.


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]]> Adi Altschuler, Co-Founder of Krembo Wings, Entrepreneur and Educator | Creating Inclusive Spaces Adi Altschuler, Co-Founder of Krembo Wings, Entrepreneur and Educator | Creating Inclusive Spaces Tue, 28 Mar 2023 07:00:38 GMT 20:30 641ae5715a86110011cf9337 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/adi-altschuler 641ae5715a86110011cf9337 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 adi-altschuler full 3 3 For Adi Altschuler, “inclusion” and “safe spaces” have been a way of life since childhood. More than performative buzzwords, she embodies both by truly seeing and hearing those who are different.


At the age of 16, Adi successfully established Krembo Wings, a social movement for all youth with and without disabilities. The idea blossomed from a beautiful friendship she had with a young boy with cerebral palsy. She would later tackle the Israeli school system, using her skills and connections from her corporate role at Google to create a program that champions inclusivity in the classroom.


Join Gil as he discovers the remarkable ways Adi continues to leave a more kind and equitable mark on the world.


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]]> For Adi Altschuler, “inclusion” and “safe spaces” have been a way of life since childhood. More than performative buzzwords, she embodies both by truly seeing and hearing those who are different.


At the age of 16, Adi successfully established Krembo Wings, a social movement for all youth with and without disabilities. The idea blossomed from a beautiful friendship she had with a young boy with cerebral palsy. She would later tackle the Israeli school system, using her skills and connections from her corporate role at Google to create a program that champions inclusivity in the classroom.


Join Gil as he discovers the remarkable ways Adi continues to leave a more kind and equitable mark on the world.


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]]> Siqi Mou, Founder and CEO of HelloAva, itrek Alum | Skin in the Game Siqi Mou, Founder and CEO of HelloAva, itrek Alum | Skin in the Game Thu, 23 Mar 2023 08:00:07 GMT 12:48 641aba42d2191b0011ecffe9 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/siqi-mou 641aba42d2191b0011ecffe9 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 siqi-mou bonus 3 In an effort to become more comfortable in her own skin, literally, Siqu Mou utilized her joint MBA/MPA degree from Harvard and Stanford to find new solutions to age-old skincare problems. Relying on new technology and her entrepreneurial upbringing she founded HelloAva, the first online smart-skin consultant.


Gil gets a peek into Siqi’s early years where creativity and achievement were modeled first by her parents and later by her first boss at Morgan Stanley. She draws inspiration from both in her own role as a founder and CEO. Gil and Siqi also reminisce about her Israel Trek and its lasting impact on her life.


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]]> In an effort to become more comfortable in her own skin, literally, Siqu Mou utilized her joint MBA/MPA degree from Harvard and Stanford to find new solutions to age-old skincare problems. Relying on new technology and her entrepreneurial upbringing she founded HelloAva, the first online smart-skin consultant.


Gil gets a peek into Siqi’s early years where creativity and achievement were modeled first by her parents and later by her first boss at Morgan Stanley. She draws inspiration from both in her own role as a founder and CEO. Gil and Siqi also reminisce about her Israel Trek and its lasting impact on her life.


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]]> Uri Levine, Co-Founder of Waze, Entrepreneur and Author | A Driving Ambition Uri Levine, Co-Founder of Waze, Entrepreneur and Author | A Driving Ambition Tue, 21 Mar 2023 08:00:48 GMT 27:02 6409cb5623b51e0011020a93 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/uri-levine 6409cb5623b51e0011020a93 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 uri-levine full 3 2

Traffic: most of us tense up just thinking about it, but not today’s guest! He studied and obsessed over it — believing there had to be a solution to this aggravating byproduct of modern civilization. He was right. Uri Levine co-founded Waze; the first crowd-sourced, real-time, traffic app. While he didn’t eliminate traffic altogether, he successfully changed the navigation game entirely. Uri’s entrepreneurial success didn’t stop there. He went on to invest, coach, and lead other start-ups, eventually writing a book that aptly reflects his approach to business: Fall in Love with the Problem.


Ride along with Gil and Uri as they travel down memory lane, to learn how and where Uri developed the necessary traits for life as a serial entrepreneur.


You can learn more about Uri on his website: https://urilevine.com/


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]]>

Traffic: most of us tense up just thinking about it, but not today’s guest! He studied and obsessed over it — believing there had to be a solution to this aggravating byproduct of modern civilization. He was right. Uri Levine co-founded Waze; the first crowd-sourced, real-time, traffic app. While he didn’t eliminate traffic altogether, he successfully changed the navigation game entirely. Uri’s entrepreneurial success didn’t stop there. He went on to invest, coach, and lead other start-ups, eventually writing a book that aptly reflects his approach to business: Fall in Love with the Problem.


Ride along with Gil and Uri as they travel down memory lane, to learn how and where Uri developed the necessary traits for life as a serial entrepreneur.


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]]> Yael Arad, Olympic Medalist, Chairperson and Businesswoman | Leaving it All On The Mat Yael Arad, Olympic Medalist, Chairperson and Businesswoman | Leaving it All On The Mat Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:00:15 GMT 17:48 6409ca0172ee790011784f3b false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/yael-arad 6409ca0172ee790011784f3b 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 yael-arad full 3 1 At her very first judo class in the mid-1970’s, Yael Arad was the only girl. The youngest of four, she was used to being a tagalong, but in this class she led the pack. What followed was an unexpected journey that opened up her world and laid the foundation for her future career.  


Yael Arad took to the sport instantly, not only because of her natural athletic aptitude, but for the mental agility and fortitude it required. And it almost goes without saying that eight-year-old Yael enjoyed sending her peers flying through the air.


Yael walks Gil through her triumphant performance at the 1992 Olympics, and how she knew when it was time to retire. Gil discovers Yael’s moves are strategic and inspiring both on and off the mat.


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]]> At her very first judo class in the mid-1970’s, Yael Arad was the only girl. The youngest of four, she was used to being a tagalong, but in this class she led the pack. What followed was an unexpected journey that opened up her world and laid the foundation for her future career.  


Yael Arad took to the sport instantly, not only because of her natural athletic aptitude, but for the mental agility and fortitude it required. And it almost goes without saying that eight-year-old Yael enjoyed sending her peers flying through the air.


Yael walks Gil through her triumphant performance at the 1992 Olympics, and how she knew when it was time to retire. Gil discovers Yael’s moves are strategic and inspiring both on and off the mat.


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]]> <![CDATA[Miri Eisin, Retired IDF colonel & former Israeli Foreign Media Advisor | A Woman’s Battle Through Motherhood, Military, & Misogyny]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2022 07:00:33 GMT 29:52 634bb97f8f920300113f881d false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/miri-eisen 634bb97f8f920300113f881d 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 miri-eisen full 2 10 In an environment defined by physical strength and hyper-masculinity, Miri Eisin deployed a leadership style which pushed gender boundaries and expectations. Often the only woman in the male dominated IDF upper ranks, Miri constantly considered when and how to integrate her femininity into the job. From whether or not to wear make up, to the tone of her voice, every decision she made was intentional.


Miri’s impressive climb to the top, like most ascensions, was not without struggle and Gil discovers how she combated those obstacles to rise to such positions as the Prime Minister- appointed position of foreign media advisor.  Miri ultimately learned that being a woman in her field was both an advantage, and an identity which made her inherently vulnerable — wisdom she now imparts to her daughters and women who have come up after her in the military and the workforce.


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]]> In an environment defined by physical strength and hyper-masculinity, Miri Eisin deployed a leadership style which pushed gender boundaries and expectations. Often the only woman in the male dominated IDF upper ranks, Miri constantly considered when and how to integrate her femininity into the job. From whether or not to wear make up, to the tone of her voice, every decision she made was intentional.


Miri’s impressive climb to the top, like most ascensions, was not without struggle and Gil discovers how she combated those obstacles to rise to such positions as the Prime Minister- appointed position of foreign media advisor.  Miri ultimately learned that being a woman in her field was both an advantage, and an identity which made her inherently vulnerable — wisdom she now imparts to her daughters and women who have come up after her in the military and the workforce.


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]]> Uriel Reichman, Founder of Israel’s First Private University | The Future Lies On The Toil Of Individuals Uriel Reichman, Founder of Israel’s First Private University | The Future Lies On The Toil Of Individuals Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:06 GMT 15:03 63425c04acd65100124a1a99 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/uriel-reichman-founder-of-israels-first-private-university-t 63425c04acd65100124a1a99 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 uriel-reichman-founder-of-israels-first-private-university-t full 2 9 What is a country — even a new one, without a guiding set of rules and beliefs? Legal scholar and former politician Uriel Reichman believed Israel’s constitution was overdue. So, he spent six years drafting a proposal for an Israeli constitution. 


Reichman applied that same tenacity to education where he went on to found the country’s first non-profit, private University which would eventually bear his name — Reichman University (formerly IDC Herzliya). Empowerment through education has always motivated Reichman, even during times of unbearable grief. He tells Gil about the moment he had to choose between continuing his doctorate in Chicago, or remaining with his grieving family following the loss of his brother during the Yom Kippur War. 


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]]> What is a country — even a new one, without a guiding set of rules and beliefs? Legal scholar and former politician Uriel Reichman believed Israel’s constitution was overdue. So, he spent six years drafting a proposal for an Israeli constitution. 


Reichman applied that same tenacity to education where he went on to found the country’s first non-profit, private University which would eventually bear his name — Reichman University (formerly IDC Herzliya). Empowerment through education has always motivated Reichman, even during times of unbearable grief. He tells Gil about the moment he had to choose between continuing his doctorate in Chicago, or remaining with his grieving family following the loss of his brother during the Yom Kippur War. 


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]]> Sir Ronald Cohen, Venture Capital and Social Investing Pioneer | Make Impact, Make Change Sir Ronald Cohen, Venture Capital and Social Investing Pioneer | Make Impact, Make Change Tue, 04 Oct 2022 07:00:02 GMT 24:50 632b218a9c3b8700158a73b6 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/sir-ronald-cohen-venture-capital-and-social-investing-pionee 632b218a9c3b8700158a73b6 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 sir-ronald-cohen-venture-capital-and-social-investing-pionee full 2 8 Today’s episode isn’t a fairy tale, but it does feature a knight. Sir Ronald Cohen was one of the very first to bring venture capital to the UK — and he was knighted for his contribution. For Cohen though, the best part of making money through investing wasn’t the money itself, but the good that could be done with it.


Often called the “Father of Social Investment,” Cohen tackles complex problems head on with strategic investments. But his story starts long before earning that moniker; it begins in Egypt when seemingly overnight, his family had to pack their bags and head to Britain.


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]]> Today’s episode isn’t a fairy tale, but it does feature a knight. Sir Ronald Cohen was one of the very first to bring venture capital to the UK — and he was knighted for his contribution. For Cohen though, the best part of making money through investing wasn’t the money itself, but the good that could be done with it.


Often called the “Father of Social Investment,” Cohen tackles complex problems head on with strategic investments. But his story starts long before earning that moniker; it begins in Egypt when seemingly overnight, his family had to pack their bags and head to Britain.


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]]> Sylvan Adams, Real Estate Businessman and Philanthropist | People-To-People Exchanges Build Bridges Sylvan Adams, Real Estate Businessman and Philanthropist | People-To-People Exchanges Build Bridges Wed, 28 Sep 2022 07:00:54 GMT 22:34 6322e05975a7480014d0063f false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/sylvan-adams-real-estate-businessman-and-philanthropist-peop 6322e05975a7480014d0063f 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 sylvan-adams-real-estate-businessman-and-philanthropist-peop full 2 7 There’s more than one way to be a philanthropist, and Sylvan Adams’ way, is quite possibly the most fun.


Before becoming Israel’s unofficial “hype-man,” Sylvan Adams had an extraordinarily successful career as a real estate developer. After making Aliyah from Canada, Sylvan was determined to make Israel famous for more than the conflict and controversial headlines. From Madonna concerts to European bike tours, Adams tells Gil how he longs to show the world a new side of Israel. With his signature passion and enthusiasm, Sylvan is relentless in his desire to connect people and build bridges.


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]]> There’s more than one way to be a philanthropist, and Sylvan Adams’ way, is quite possibly the most fun.


Before becoming Israel’s unofficial “hype-man,” Sylvan Adams had an extraordinarily successful career as a real estate developer. After making Aliyah from Canada, Sylvan was determined to make Israel famous for more than the conflict and controversial headlines. From Madonna concerts to European bike tours, Adams tells Gil how he longs to show the world a new side of Israel. With his signature passion and enthusiasm, Sylvan is relentless in his desire to connect people and build bridges.


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]]> Yaron Galai, Serial Entrepreneur | Make One Thing, And Make It Well Yaron Galai, Serial Entrepreneur | Make One Thing, And Make It Well Tue, 20 Sep 2022 07:00:39 GMT 25:24 6315b1fe4c543c00132012ba false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/yaron-galai-serial-entrepreneur-make-one-thing-and-make-it-w 6315b1fe4c543c00132012ba 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 yaron-galai-serial-entrepreneur-make-one-thing-and-make-it-w full 2 6 Yaron Galai is the Co-Founder and CEO of Outbrain, and one of the most respected visionaries in tech. Would it surprise you to learn that he is also proud to be called the most boring person in the world?


He rode the wave of the dot com bubble, happily partnering with tech giants like Yahoo and AOL. Yaron’s first company, Quigo, was eventually acquired by Microsoft. He continued innovating in a rapidly developing space when it occurred to him that he was inventing the same thing all along. 


On the heels of the dot com bubble burst, Yaron had to try something new in order to get funding. He tells Gil what kept him going during these uncertain times, and reveals the crazy things he did in the time before Israel became known as the Start-Up Nation.


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]]> Yaron Galai is the Co-Founder and CEO of Outbrain, and one of the most respected visionaries in tech. Would it surprise you to learn that he is also proud to be called the most boring person in the world?


He rode the wave of the dot com bubble, happily partnering with tech giants like Yahoo and AOL. Yaron’s first company, Quigo, was eventually acquired by Microsoft. He continued innovating in a rapidly developing space when it occurred to him that he was inventing the same thing all along. 


On the heels of the dot com bubble burst, Yaron had to try something new in order to get funding. He tells Gil what kept him going during these uncertain times, and reveals the crazy things he did in the time before Israel became known as the Start-Up Nation.


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]]> <![CDATA[Leah Goldstein, Champion Cyclist, Author & Speaker | Quitting Is Never An Option]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:14 GMT 23:10 6315997f48ad610012852294 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/leah-goldstein-overall-winner-of-the-2021-ultra-distance-bik 6315997f48ad610012852294 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 leah-goldstein-overall-winner-of-the-2021-ultra-distance-bik full 2 5 Burned out from a taxing career in law enforcement, today’s guest found freedom on a bike and quickly made incredible strides as a competitive cyclist. Then it all — quite literally, came crashing down. Lucky for her, she wasn’t afraid of an uphill battle.


Leah Goldstein is best known for being the first woman to win the overall solo division of the Race Across America. But it’s what came before and after her success, that reveals what she is truly made of. 


Gil is on the edge of his seat as Leah recounts her experiences as a bullied little girl, the events that motivated her to pursue competitive sports, a dangerous career as an Israeli Commando instructor, and ultimately, what keeps her riding to this day.


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]]> Burned out from a taxing career in law enforcement, today’s guest found freedom on a bike and quickly made incredible strides as a competitive cyclist. Then it all — quite literally, came crashing down. Lucky for her, she wasn’t afraid of an uphill battle.


Leah Goldstein is best known for being the first woman to win the overall solo division of the Race Across America. But it’s what came before and after her success, that reveals what she is truly made of. 


Gil is on the edge of his seat as Leah recounts her experiences as a bullied little girl, the events that motivated her to pursue competitive sports, a dangerous career as an Israeli Commando instructor, and ultimately, what keeps her riding to this day.


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]]> David Blumberg, Venture Capitalist | Innovation Comes From Anywhere David Blumberg, Venture Capitalist | Innovation Comes From Anywhere Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:00:31 GMT 22:32 62f9e47ecf136d00121a2aad false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/david-blumberg-venture-capitalist-innovation-comes-from-anyw 62f9e47ecf136d00121a2aad 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 david-blumberg-venture-capitalist-innovation-comes-from-anyw full 2 4 In a world where people are inclined to hide inside their echo chambers, David Blumberg deliberately remains on the outside. He’s a tech investor with a vision for bilateral innovation between the United States and Israel. He is also a bit of an enigma. 


David’s politics transcend party lines and he invites vulnerability from others by living authentically himself. This becomes evident throughout his conversation with Gil as he uncovered discoveries from David's time at the United Nations which guided him out of public service and into the private sector. Perhaps most importantly, David reveals the cost and courage required to live one’s truth.


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]]> In a world where people are inclined to hide inside their echo chambers, David Blumberg deliberately remains on the outside. He’s a tech investor with a vision for bilateral innovation between the United States and Israel. He is also a bit of an enigma. 


David’s politics transcend party lines and he invites vulnerability from others by living authentically himself. This becomes evident throughout his conversation with Gil as he uncovered discoveries from David's time at the United Nations which guided him out of public service and into the private sector. Perhaps most importantly, David reveals the cost and courage required to live one’s truth.


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]]> Yadin Kaufmann, Venture Capitalist and Social Entrepreneur | High-Tech Peace Maker Yadin Kaufmann, Venture Capitalist and Social Entrepreneur | High-Tech Peace Maker Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:00:16 GMT 19:14 62f9e457d930180012b0a1bf false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/yadin-kaufmann-venture-capitalist-and-social-entrepreneur-hi 62f9e457d930180012b0a1bf 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 yadin-kaufmann-venture-capitalist-and-social-entrepreneur-hi full 2 3 Many articulate a desire for peace in the Middle East, but few have demonstrated a life-long commitment to the cause quite like today’s guest, social entrepreneur Yadin Kaufmann.


After graduating from Harvard Law, Yadin spent a couple of years in the Israeli Supreme Court, then joined Israel’s very first venture capital firm, Athena. Yadin was an early investor in high-tech and ultimately realized that this was the vehicle he could use to navigate a historical problem. He also decided that the best thing he could do with his hard-won knowledge was share it — with Israelis and Palestinians alike.


storymark is brought to you by itrek studios. itrek is a non-profit that inspires tomorrow’s leaders through peer-led, week-long treks in Israel to experience its innovation, diversity, and complex reality firsthand. For more on itrek’s mission, visit itrek.org.


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]]> Many articulate a desire for peace in the Middle East, but few have demonstrated a life-long commitment to the cause quite like today’s guest, social entrepreneur Yadin Kaufmann.


After graduating from Harvard Law, Yadin spent a couple of years in the Israeli Supreme Court, then joined Israel’s very first venture capital firm, Athena. Yadin was an early investor in high-tech and ultimately realized that this was the vehicle he could use to navigate a historical problem. He also decided that the best thing he could do with his hard-won knowledge was share it — with Israelis and Palestinians alike.


storymark is brought to you by itrek studios. itrek is a non-profit that inspires tomorrow’s leaders through peer-led, week-long treks in Israel to experience its innovation, diversity, and complex reality firsthand. For more on itrek’s mission, visit itrek.org.


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]]> Julia Haart, Star of My Unorthodox Life | Make A Lot Of Noise Julia Haart, Star of My Unorthodox Life | Make A Lot Of Noise Tue, 23 Aug 2022 07:00:18 GMT 31:54 62f9e39116cbf4001312c438 true https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/julia-haart-star-of-my-unorthodox-life-make-a-lot-of-noise 62f9e39116cbf4001312c438 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 julia-haart-star-of-my-unorthodox-life-make-a-lot-of-noise full 2 2 Julia Haart is hard to pin down — and that is by design. After decades of silently suffering under the constraints of a fundamentalist sect of Judaism, Haart found her voice, left her old life, and created a new one.


storymark host, Gil, learns about Julia’s small, sheltered upbringing, and gets a peek inside her new world which is…big. Haart is the star of the hit Netflix series, My Unorthodox Life, and author of the best-selling memoir, BRAZEN. But all of that came after she stepped out into the unknown, and made the bold choice to trust her instincts and blaze her own trail.


storymark is brought to you by itrek studios. itrek is a non-profit that inspires tomorrow’s leaders through peer-led, week-long treks in Israel to experience its innovation, diversity and complex reality firsthand. For more on itrek’s mission, visit itrek.org.


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]]> Julia Haart is hard to pin down — and that is by design. After decades of silently suffering under the constraints of a fundamentalist sect of Judaism, Haart found her voice, left her old life, and created a new one.


storymark host, Gil, learns about Julia’s small, sheltered upbringing, and gets a peek inside her new world which is…big. Haart is the star of the hit Netflix series, My Unorthodox Life, and author of the best-selling memoir, BRAZEN. But all of that came after she stepped out into the unknown, and made the bold choice to trust her instincts and blaze her own trail.


storymark is brought to you by itrek studios. itrek is a non-profit that inspires tomorrow’s leaders through peer-led, week-long treks in Israel to experience its innovation, diversity and complex reality firsthand. For more on itrek’s mission, visit itrek.org.


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]]> Ronnen Harary, Creator of Paw Patrol | We Created Our Own Camp Ronnen Harary, Creator of Paw Patrol | We Created Our Own Camp Tue, 16 Aug 2022 07:00:21 GMT 26:22 62f9e17c85c6350011df7702 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/ronnen-harary-creator-of-paw-patrol-we-created-our-own-camp 62f9e17c85c6350011df7702 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 ronnen-harary-creator-of-paw-patrol-we-created-our-own-camp full 2 1 Many of us attended summer camp as children, but who among us met their future business partner there, and set on the path to massive commercial success? One such person is Ronnen Harary, the Co-Creator of Spin Master, and Season 2’s first guest.


Much like camp, Spin Master is informed by a spirit of play and discovery. Harary infuses a childlike curiosity into all his endeavors, from his premiere product ‘Earth Buddies’ to the wildly popular children’s show, ‘PAW Patrol.’ But as you will hear, Ronnen faced struggles, failures, and tough decisions, proving that unlike camp, business is not all fun and games.


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]]> Many of us attended summer camp as children, but who among us met their future business partner there, and set on the path to massive commercial success? One such person is Ronnen Harary, the Co-Creator of Spin Master, and Season 2’s first guest.


Much like camp, Spin Master is informed by a spirit of play and discovery. Harary infuses a childlike curiosity into all his endeavors, from his premiere product ‘Earth Buddies’ to the wildly popular children’s show, ‘PAW Patrol.’ But as you will hear, Ronnen faced struggles, failures, and tough decisions, proving that unlike camp, business is not all fun and games.


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]]> storymark Season 2 Coming Soon! storymark Season 2 Coming Soon! Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:50:59 GMT 1:56 62f50944f38df90012632aae false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/season-2coming-soon 62f50944f38df90012632aae 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 season-2coming-soon full 2 1

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]]> storymark LIVE: Reuven ‘Ruvi’ Rivlin, 10th President of the State of Israel | I Changed My Mind Tonight storymark LIVE: Reuven ‘Ruvi’ Rivlin, 10th President of the State of Israel | I Changed My Mind Tonight Tue, 31 May 2022 07:00:17 GMT 19:06 627a178d1afc6000134b18d4 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/reuven-ruvi-rivlin-10th-president-of-the-state-of-israel-cha 627a178d1afc6000134b18d4 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 reuven-ruvi-rivlin-10th-president-of-the-state-of-israel-cha full 1 10 As a young boy in 1949, Reuven Rivlin had a simple dream: that the fledgling State of Israel would grow to two million citizens. Today, the country is home to almost ten million. So “Ruvi” - that’s his informal nickname in Israel - certainly had a great dream. But the future 10th President of Israel admits he really didn’t know how big to dream.



In this episode of storymark℠, President Rivlin recalls a turning point in his career while serving as the Knesset’s Communication Minister: the moment he decided he didn't want to become Prime Minister. Yet Rivlin took an alternate route: in 2014, Ruvi took office as Israel's 10th President. Beloved by Israelis of all backgrounds, President Rivlin served boldly, unafraid to lead, even when it meant going against the status quo.




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]]> As a young boy in 1949, Reuven Rivlin had a simple dream: that the fledgling State of Israel would grow to two million citizens. Today, the country is home to almost ten million. So “Ruvi” - that’s his informal nickname in Israel - certainly had a great dream. But the future 10th President of Israel admits he really didn’t know how big to dream.



In this episode of storymark℠, President Rivlin recalls a turning point in his career while serving as the Knesset’s Communication Minister: the moment he decided he didn't want to become Prime Minister. Yet Rivlin took an alternate route: in 2014, Ruvi took office as Israel's 10th President. Beloved by Israelis of all backgrounds, President Rivlin served boldly, unafraid to lead, even when it meant going against the status quo.




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]]> Edith Eger, Psychologist and Best-Selling Author | Something Between Birth And Death Called Life Edith Eger, Psychologist and Best-Selling Author | Something Between Birth And Death Called Life Tue, 24 May 2022 07:00:51 GMT 28:58 627a176578f2a900136e868a false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/edith-eger-psychologist-and-best-selling-author 627a176578f2a900136e868a 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 edith-eger-psychologist-and-best-selling-author full 1 9 After being sent to Auschwitz as a young girl, today’s guest, Edith Eger, was ordered to dance for the infamous “Angel of Death”, Dr. Josef Mengle. While traumatizing, Dr Eger has managed to keep her love for dancing alive - even eighty years later.



In this episode of storymark℠, Dr. Eger describes how she remained hopeful amidst the gravest of circumstances. Faced with death, Eger made the choice to live, and has dedicated her life to teaching others what she learned through this process. After eventually earning a PhD in Psychology - though she never completed high school! - at age 50 Eger became a practicing psychologist. And at age 90, she wrote her first book, The Choice, and soon after her second, The Gift, which became international bestsellers and turned Eger into one of the most prominent female voices in Holocaust literature.



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]]> After being sent to Auschwitz as a young girl, today’s guest, Edith Eger, was ordered to dance for the infamous “Angel of Death”, Dr. Josef Mengle. While traumatizing, Dr Eger has managed to keep her love for dancing alive - even eighty years later.



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]]> Elie Wurtman, Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist | Activism as Entrepreneurship Elie Wurtman, Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist | Activism as Entrepreneurship Tue, 17 May 2022 07:00:33 GMT 22:10 627a174c84f3d50012cece8c false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/elie-wurtman-entrepreneur-and-venture-capitalist-activism-as 627a174c84f3d50012cece8c 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 elie-wurtman-entrepreneur-and-venture-capitalist-activism-as full 1 8 Elie Wurtman’s very first start-up was simple: selling bread door to door at the age of twelve. Unbeknownst to this young entrepreneur, he would eventually become the founder of one of Jerusalem’s first unicorns. Now that’s a lot of bread.



In this episode, Wurtman describes the additional elements that marked his journey — relentless curiosity, ideological commitments, and interestingly, his family’s social activism. Wurtman shares with storymark℠ host Gil Galanos how he integrates both heart and mind into his business practices; how his immigration journey helped chart his course; and what he thinks is the biggest aspect of a business’ success: its story.




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]]> Elie Wurtman’s very first start-up was simple: selling bread door to door at the age of twelve. Unbeknownst to this young entrepreneur, he would eventually become the founder of one of Jerusalem’s first unicorns. Now that’s a lot of bread.



In this episode, Wurtman describes the additional elements that marked his journey — relentless curiosity, ideological commitments, and interestingly, his family’s social activism. Wurtman shares with storymark℠ host Gil Galanos how he integrates both heart and mind into his business practices; how his immigration journey helped chart his course; and what he thinks is the biggest aspect of a business’ success: its story.




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]]> Stacy Schusterman, Businesswoman and Philanthropist | Family Matters Stacy Schusterman, Businesswoman and Philanthropist | Family Matters Tue, 10 May 2022 07:00:58 GMT 13:42 6268028e17b694001492b2d8 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/stacy-schusterman-family-matters 6268028e17b694001492b2d8 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 stacy-schusterman-family-matters full 1 7 Stacy Schusterman had a lot to prove when she stepped into her father’s company. Her tenacity, willingness to ask questions, and ability to meet challenges head on earned her the respect of her colleagues, employees, and most importantly, her family.



In this episode, storymark℠ host Gil Galanos speaks intimately with Schusterman, whom he’s known for over a decade, about her work in both business and philanthropy. They get to the heart of the matter, revealing Schusterman’s greatest accomplishments, long-held passions, and how inclusivity is a cornerstone of the Schusterman family ethos.




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]]> Stacy Schusterman had a lot to prove when she stepped into her father’s company. Her tenacity, willingness to ask questions, and ability to meet challenges head on earned her the respect of her colleagues, employees, and most importantly, her family.



In this episode, storymark℠ host Gil Galanos speaks intimately with Schusterman, whom he’s known for over a decade, about her work in both business and philanthropy. They get to the heart of the matter, revealing Schusterman’s greatest accomplishments, long-held passions, and how inclusivity is a cornerstone of the Schusterman family ethos.




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]]> Josh Weston, Former CEO of ADP | If The People Matter, You Gotta Meet The People Josh Weston, Former CEO of ADP | If The People Matter, You Gotta Meet The People Tue, 03 May 2022 07:00:09 GMT 23:29 6266506833308d0011b2360e false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/josh-weston-if-the-people-matter-you-gotta-meet-the-people 6266506833308d0011b2360e 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 josh-weston-if-the-people-matter-you-gotta-meet-the-people full 1 6 If you’ve received a paycheck after 1970, there’s a good chance you're familiar with today’s guest without even realizing it. Josh Weston led ADP to new, extremely profitable heights. How’d he do it, you ask? Simple. He put people over numbers.



In this episode of storymark℠,  Weston shares how talking to people helped him lead ADP to a record-breaking 164 consecutive quarters of double-digit growth. It is quite evident to storymark host, Gil Galanos, how much Weston loves  connecting with people from junior ADP employees to refugees to the US. Just don’t ask him to play golf.




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]]> If you’ve received a paycheck after 1970, there’s a good chance you're familiar with today’s guest without even realizing it. Josh Weston led ADP to new, extremely profitable heights. How’d he do it, you ask? Simple. He put people over numbers.



In this episode of storymark℠,  Weston shares how talking to people helped him lead ADP to a record-breaking 164 consecutive quarters of double-digit growth. It is quite evident to storymark host, Gil Galanos, how much Weston loves  connecting with people from junior ADP employees to refugees to the US. Just don’t ask him to play golf.




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]]> Orna Berry, Former Chief Scientist of Israel | If You Want Something, Go Get It Orna Berry, Former Chief Scientist of Israel | If You Want Something, Go Get It Tue, 26 Apr 2022 07:00:31 GMT 18:14 62529885ccddaf001238c359 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/orna-berry-if-you-want-something-go-get-it 62529885ccddaf001238c359 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 orna-berry-if-you-want-something-go-get-it full 1 5 Few have made as many successful and seamless career leaps as Dr. Orna Berry. A scientist, researcher, entrepreneur, investor, policymaker, corporate manager - there’s a reason why Berry is known as the undisputed first lady of Israeli high tech.



storymark℠ host Gil Galanos buckles up for the riveting journey that is Dr. Berry’s career. Since her first days in the Israeli Air Force, where she was given an administrative role but ended up training flight school cadets, Berry has been ready to fly. She founded Ornet, the first Israeli startup to be acquired by a European company, and became the first and only woman to serve as Chief Scientist of Israel. And that’s just within her career. In her personal life, Berry shares how she tackled the challenges in her way, whether a cancer diagnosis or spousal abuse.




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]]> Few have made as many successful and seamless career leaps as Dr. Orna Berry. A scientist, researcher, entrepreneur, investor, policymaker, corporate manager - there’s a reason why Berry is known as the undisputed first lady of Israeli high tech.



storymark℠ host Gil Galanos buckles up for the riveting journey that is Dr. Berry’s career. Since her first days in the Israeli Air Force, where she was given an administrative role but ended up training flight school cadets, Berry has been ready to fly. She founded Ornet, the first Israeli startup to be acquired by a European company, and became the first and only woman to serve as Chief Scientist of Israel. And that’s just within her career. In her personal life, Berry shares how she tackled the challenges in her way, whether a cancer diagnosis or spousal abuse.




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]]> Michael Solomonov, Award-Winning Chef | Soul Food Michael Solomonov, Award-Winning Chef | Soul Food Tue, 19 Apr 2022 07:00:19 GMT 26:04 6252963364f93700121b67bb true https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/michael-solomonov-soul-food 6252963364f93700121b67bb 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 michael-solomonov-soul-food full 1 4 There is no single recipe for success. But if there were, Michael Solomonov, the James Beard award-winning chef, created, tested, and mastered it. Of course, there were unique ingredients to his story: Solomonov’s success was hardwon, and marked by loss, failure, and his ability to recover.



Solomonov is known for his acclaimed Philadelphia restaurant, Zahav. He’s also written bestselling cookbooks, and has expanded his restaurants to include, among others, a bakery, pita shop, and the Brooklyn skewer house, Laser Wolf, which opens on May 1, 2022. On today’s episode, storymark℠ host Gil Galanos joins the chef in his restaurant to talk about his journey. Solomonov’s story begins when he was a teenager with a foot in two different worlds, the US and Israel, and how he fell into his first restaurant job — scrubbing dishes at an Israeli bakery.



You can explore Solomonov’s portfolio of restaurants and cookbooks on his website. And you can follow Solomonov on Instagram: @MichaelSolomonov




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]]> There is no single recipe for success. But if there were, Michael Solomonov, the James Beard award-winning chef, created, tested, and mastered it. Of course, there were unique ingredients to his story: Solomonov’s success was hardwon, and marked by loss, failure, and his ability to recover.



Solomonov is known for his acclaimed Philadelphia restaurant, Zahav. He’s also written bestselling cookbooks, and has expanded his restaurants to include, among others, a bakery, pita shop, and the Brooklyn skewer house, Laser Wolf, which opens on May 1, 2022. On today’s episode, storymark℠ host Gil Galanos joins the chef in his restaurant to talk about his journey. Solomonov’s story begins when he was a teenager with a foot in two different worlds, the US and Israel, and how he fell into his first restaurant job — scrubbing dishes at an Israeli bakery.



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]]> Tal Ben-Shahar, Happiness Expert | Why Aren’t I Happy? Tal Ben-Shahar, Happiness Expert | Why Aren’t I Happy? Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:02:15 GMT 20:44 6245ae1221fa690013575360 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/storymark-e003-tal-ben-shahar 6245ae1221fa690013575360 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 storymark-e003-tal-ben-shahar full 1 3 Have you ever attained something that you believed would make you happy, only to discover that it didn’t? Author, psychologist, and happiness expert Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar wondered the same thing. Then he coined a term for it: the arrival fallacy.



In this episode of storymark℠, Ben-Shahar deconstructs the prevailing wisdom around happiness, and shares with host Gil Galanos why he believes it's incomplete. Ben-Shahar contends that an integration between future-oriented goals and living in the present moment is what actually creates true contentment — a lesson he confronted personally when his promising athletic career was cut short.




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]]> Have you ever attained something that you believed would make you happy, only to discover that it didn’t? Author, psychologist, and happiness expert Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar wondered the same thing. Then he coined a term for it: the arrival fallacy.



In this episode of storymark℠, Ben-Shahar deconstructs the prevailing wisdom around happiness, and shares with host Gil Galanos why he believes it's incomplete. Ben-Shahar contends that an integration between future-oriented goals and living in the present moment is what actually creates true contentment — a lesson he confronted personally when his promising athletic career was cut short.




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]]> Michal Tsur, Kaltura Co-Founder | Outside-In Innovation Michal Tsur, Kaltura Co-Founder | Outside-In Innovation Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:01:41 GMT 22:33 6245adc08990e10013051574 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/storymark-e002-michal-tsur 6245adc08990e10013051574 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 storymark-e002-michal-tsur full 1 2 Though often called “The Iron Lady of Israeli High Tech,” Dr. Michal Tsur never emphasized her gender in the mostly male-dominated world of tech startups — until she did.



In this episode of storymark℠, host Gil Galanos quickly discovers that Tsur is in a league of her own. From the ping pong table at the military base, to her first startup, Cyota, and to her current company, Kaltura, she never misses a moment to lead.




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]]> Though often called “The Iron Lady of Israeli High Tech,” Dr. Michal Tsur never emphasized her gender in the mostly male-dominated world of tech startups — until she did.



In this episode of storymark℠, host Gil Galanos quickly discovers that Tsur is in a league of her own. From the ping pong table at the military base, to her first startup, Cyota, and to her current company, Kaltura, she never misses a moment to lead.




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storymark is hosted by Gil Galanos. Our Producer is Elie Bleier. Our Associate Producer is Rebekah Sebastian. Our Editor is Zev Levi.




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]]> Stuart Weitzman, Founder of Stuart Weitzman | Work for Someone Else Stuart Weitzman, Founder of Stuart Weitzman | Work for Someone Else Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:00:31 GMT 27:00 6245acb0231f530013400d94 false https://shows.acast.com/storymark/episodes/storymark-e001-stuart-weitzman 6245acb0231f530013400d94 6240e4c8a815db0012a1be74 storymark-e001-stuart-weitzman full 1 1 Stuart Weitzman is practically synonymous with great shoes. Would it surprise you to learn that young Weitzman’s first shoe sketches were torn to pieces by his prospective employer?



In this episode of storymark℠, host Gil Galanos steps inside Weitzman’s world, uncovering the surprising ways he changed the women’s shoe industry, including the use of diamonds and a killer marketing strategy. As he reflects on his life journey, Weitzman offers up his best career advice.




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storymark is brought to you by itrek studios. itrek is a non-profit that inspires tomorrow’s leaders through peer-led, week-long treks in Israel to experience its innovation, diversity and complex reality firsthand. For more on itrek’s mission, visit itrek.org.


storymark is hosted by Gil Galanos. Our Producer is Elie Bleier. Our Associate Producer is Rebekah Sebastian. Our Editor is Zev Levi.




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]]> Stuart Weitzman is practically synonymous with great shoes. Would it surprise you to learn that young Weitzman’s first shoe sketches were torn to pieces by his prospective employer?



In this episode of storymark℠, host Gil Galanos steps inside Weitzman’s world, uncovering the surprising ways he changed the women’s shoe industry, including the use of diamonds and a killer marketing strategy. As he reflects on his life journey, Weitzman offers up his best career advice.




More about storymark


storymark is brought to you by itrek studios. itrek is a non-profit that inspires tomorrow’s leaders through peer-led, week-long treks in Israel to experience its innovation, diversity and complex reality firsthand. For more on itrek’s mission, visit itrek.org.


storymark is hosted by Gil Galanos. Our Producer is Elie Bleier. Our Associate Producer is Rebekah Sebastian. Our Editor is Zev Levi.




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