Stories Of Hope With Tzipora Grodko

From Divorce to Destiny: Sara & Shlomo’s Unbelievable Love Story In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, we sit down with Sara and Shlomo Izekovitz to hear a love story that defies all expectations. Sara shares her powerful journey from becoming religious at age nine, navigating the challenges of being a ba'alas teshuva in the dating world, enduring a difficult marriage and divorce, and raising three children as a single mom. Just when she thought her path was set, everything changed. Enter Shlomo—six years younger, never married, and heading to Harvard Law School—who met Sara by chance and saw not a complicated past, but an extraordinary woman and her beautiful family. Together, they built a new life grounded in friendship, faith, and fierce determination. This episode is filled with honest conversation about stigmas in the frum dating world, blended families, trusting in Hashem, and the power of showing up with curiosity and compassion. It’s a story of resilience, love, and the magic that happens when you trust that Hashem is writing your script—even when it doesn't look like anyone else's. This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Raquel Couture: Your destination for exclusive bridal gowns, evening gowns, and ready to wear dresses. Offering a wide range of prices to suit every budget without compromising on quality or style!⁠ ⁠⁠Follow @raquel_couture on instagram for behind the scenes and to be updated on daily new arrivals! 5% off ready to wear and evening-wear when you mention Stories of Hope* *Promotion is valid at time of purchase Valid on ready to wear dresses and gown purchases https://www.instagram.com/raquel_couture/ Or visit their website https://www.raquelcouture.com ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com [https://www.pizzabiza.com] __________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka  https://pushka.cc/ __________________________ ► Better than a Segulah When one is faced with life challenges, the merit of Torah learning can effect miraculous salvations. Whatever your need – shidduchim, parnassah, zera kayama, health, nachas from one’s children – the merit of Torah study is a segulah you will want to rely upon. We understand your needs and provide a wide range of options to meet those needs. Whatever the circumstance, we can guide you to an appropriate course of Torah study to be completed by our team of elite Torah scholars. Let us help you help yourself. Order your personalized Torah Study program today. https://betterthanasegulah.org/ ________________________________ ► Lalechet   We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com [https://www.lalechet.com/website] ___________________________ ► Woodmont College If you're exploring a practical, high-paying career path, consider getting your BS in Computer Programming from Woodmont College — a frum, accredited online college that teaches real, job-ready skills. You can start anytime, transfer credits, graduate quickly, and it’s affordable with scholarships available. Perfect for those who want to support a frum family with a solid, six-figure career. 👉 https://bit.ly/4khCFXe [https://bit.ly/4khCFXe] Editor: Sruly Saftlas

Michael and Esther Bogart shared their inspiring life stories. Michael, a former Navy musician and substance abuse counselor, recounted his journey from addiction to spiritual awakening, including his conversion to Judaism and his work with the Lubavitcher Rebbe's teachings.  Esther, a neuroscientist, discussed her experience of singlehood and the challenges of ambiguous loss, emphasizing the importance of community and resilience. They met unexpectedly through mutual friends and quickly realized their connection. Their story highlights the power of faith, community, and perseverance in overcoming life's challenges. This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Raquel Couture: Your destination for exclusive bridal gowns, evening gowns, and ready to wear dresses. Offering a wide range of prices to suit every budget without compromising on quality or style!⁠ ⁠⁠Follow @raquel_couture on instagram for behind the scenes and to be updated on daily new arrivals! 5% off ready to wear and evening-wear when you mention Stories of Hope* *Promotion is valid at time of purchase Valid on ready to wear dresses and gown purchases https://www.instagram.com/raquel_couture/ Or visit their website https://www.raquelcouture.com ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com [https://www.pizzabiza.com] __________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka  https://pushka.cc/ __________________________ ► Lalechet   We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com [https://www.lalechet.com/website]

When Life Takes a Turn: The Inspiring Story of Tania & Amit Friedlander | Stories of Hope Podcast In this deeply moving episode of Stories of Hope, we sit down with Tania and Amit Friedlander—a couple whose journey has been marked by remarkable resilience, courage, and unwavering faith. Tania shares her powerful roots, growing up in Austria as the daughter of a Holocaust survivor who escaped on the last train out of Lviv at just 16 years old. Her childhood was shaped by both cultural richness and painful antisemitism, yet she found healing and strength in unexpected places—from table tennis competitions to her eventual path toward a life of Torah. Amit, raised in New York, opens up about his own path to spiritual growth, his cancer diagnosis linked to 9/11, and ultimately, a shocking diagnosis of early-onset Parkinson’s disease just seven years into their marriage—with three small children and a fourth on the way. Together, Tania and Amit walk us through their emotional, spiritual, and physical battles—and the decisions they made to keep joy at the center of their lives. From dancing in their living room to creating a home minyan, this couple is redefining what it means to live with purpose and faith in the face of adversity. This is not just a story about illness—it’s a story about choosing life, over and over again. To get in touch you can email:  Tania.friedlander@gmail.com [Tania.friedlander@gmail.com] Amit.Friedlander@gmail.com [Amit.Friedlander@gmail.com] To contact Tzipora Grodko with suggestions, comments or questions, you can email: SOH@meaningfulminute.org [SOH@meaningfulminute.org] or message her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tziporagrodko [https://www.instagram.com/tziporagrodko]  This episode was brought you in part by: ___________________________ This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh [https://app.pz.deals/install/soh] ___________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka  https://pushka.cc/ __________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com [https://www.pizzabiza.com] ___________________________ ► Lalechet    We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish. https://www.lalechet.com [https://www.lalechet.com/website]

What happens when two people defy the expectations of age, tradition, and dating norms — and find each other anyway? In this deeply honest and moving episode, Natalie and Jake Reyhanian share their journey of navigating the pressure-filled world of dating in Jewish communities. From awkward setups to unspoken stigmas, from age gaps to the power of meeting organically — they open up about the real challenges, personal growth, and the surprising way they finally connected. This conversation goes far beyond just a love story — it’s about breaking down societal judgments, embracing differences, and finding strength in vulnerability. Whether you're dating, married, or supporting others on their journey, this episode is filled with wisdom, hope, and heart. To contact Tzipora Grodko with suggestions, comments or questions, you can email: SOH@meaningfulminute.org [SOH@meaningfulminute.org] or message her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tziporagrodko [https://www.instagram.com/tziporagrodko]  This episode was brought you in part by: ___________________________  ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka  https://pushka.cc/  ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com [https://www.pizzabiza.com/] ___________________________ ► Woodmont College  If you're exploring a practical, high-paying career path, consider getting your BS in Computer Programming from Woodmont College — a frum, accredited online college that teaches real, job-ready skills. You can start anytime, transfer credits, graduate quickly, and it’s affordable with scholarships available. Perfect for those who want to support a frum family with a solid, six-figure career. 👉 https://bit.ly/4khCFXe ___________________________ ► Lalechet     We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish.  https://www.lalechet.com [https://www.lalechet.com/website]

🎙 Stories of Hope with Tzipora Grodko | Ep. 45: From Hollywood to the Kotel — A Miracle Story of Faith, Love & New Life In this episode, Tzipora Grodko sits with Chaya Sara and Yosef Behar  — a couple whose story feels like a movie script, only it’s real, raw, and Divinely orchestrated. 🌟 Chaya Sara once felt lost, disconnected from Judaism and unsure if marriage — let alone motherhood — would ever happen. After her divorce at 34, she began a self-love and healing journey marked by faith, affirmations, and deep spiritual work. At 41, she met Yosef in the streets of the Old City in a twist of fate that only Hashem could arrange. 🎬 Yosef, a former Emmy Board member and Hollywood producer, left behind glitz, red carpets, and material success when he realized it left him spiritually empty. Trading L.A. for Yerushalayim, he devoted himself to Torah and purpose — and found his soulmate when he least expected it. 👶 But the miracles didn’t stop there. Chaya Sara was told she had “no eggs”. Miraculously Chaya Sara became pregnant naturally after 40 days of tefillah at the Kotel. Their baby, Netanel Simcha, was born against all odds - but not without a terrifying emergency delivery, a life-threatening hemorrhage, and a second surgery that nearly claimed her life. Chaya Sara survived thanks to 17 blood transfusions, endless tefillos, and a commitment to say Mizmor L’Todah with heartfelt thanks — even in the darkest hours.  🕯 "You’re not alone. Even in the pain, even when it’s dark, Hashem is with you. And your story isn't over." — Yosef Behar You can contact Chaya Sara and Yosef Behar via email at: Csrishappy31@gmail.com  To contact Tzipora Grodko with suggestions, comments or questions, you can email: SOH@meaningfulminute.org [SOH@meaningfulminute.org] or message her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tziporagrodko [https://www.instagram.com/tziporagrodko]  This episode was brought you in part by: ___________________________ ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh ___________________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App - The easiest way to give Tzedaka  https://pushka.cc/ ___________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com [https://www.pizzabiza.com] ___________________________ ► Lalechet     We're a team of kosher travel experts, here to carry you off to your dream destination swiftly, safely, and seamlessly in an experience you will forever cherish.  https://www.lalechet.com [https://www.lalechet.com/website]