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Episodes

Oct. 1, 2024

How Israel’s Visionaries Stay Positive and Shape a Better World.

In this powerful episode of Israeli Trailblazers, we explore the fearless innovators and disruptors driving Israel forward—despite the looming threats from Iran and the heartbreak of hostages in Gaza. Discover how these bold…
Aug. 1, 2024

Understand Israel's Moral Compass: Meet Truth Ambassador Hillel Fuld.

Learning how to share the truth and stand up to rising antisemitism is not easy. Israel remains the most misunderstood country in the world. This episode shares a conversation with tech guru Hillel Fuld, who built a massive …
May 29, 2024

Empowering Students: Jamar Howard's Recipe for Self-Reliance and Success.

Jamar Howard's life could have unfolded along a different path. Born to a 15-year-old mother, he discovered his voice and a life-changing program known as Breakthrough Miami. This program, which fosters academic enrichment t…
May 9, 2024

Breaking Down Andy Warhol: Raw Talent or Masterful Team Builder?

This episode of Going for Greatness Show dives deep into the enigmatic world of Andy Warhol. Is he the ultimate artistic genius or a maestro of assembling the perfect team? Special guest Michael Enns sheds light on Warhol's …
Jan. 24, 2024

Trying to help. Tiny Israel Seeks Understanding By Tackling the Worlds Problems. A Conversation with Israeli Ambassador Shemi Tzur.

"We Will Dance Again" is a testament to the unbreakable spirit that defines Israel and its people. Even in the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas terror attack and hostage-taking, Israel remains committed to making positive g…
Dec. 14, 2023

JetBlue's Success Blueprint: How to Make Values-Based Hires Using An Unconventional Playbook.

Welcome to Episode #38 of the Going for Greatness Show! Brace yourselves, as we've got the extraordinary Ann Rhoades, the Executive Founding member behind JetBlue Airlines, here to spill the secrets of why their customer e…
Nov. 27, 2023

Survivor's Raw Unfiltered Account of the October 7 Terrorist Attack: Gal Shares How They Maneuvered & Survived the Attack. An Intense Conversation.

Podcast Description: Episode #37 - Unveiling the October 7 Terror Attack: Part Two of a Riveting Trilogy. In this installment of the Going for Greatness Show, join Jennifer Weissmann as I sit down with Gal, who experienced …
Nov. 27, 2023

Hostage in Gaza: Ofir's Heroic Rescue and Capture by Hamas. A Haunting Story.

In episode #36, recorded on November 20 before any hostage release, we delve into the daring escape orchestrated by 27-year-old Ofir Tzarfati. Running barefoot for miles, he guided his friends to safety, but tragedy struck w…
Sept. 10, 2023

Navigating Cancel Culture: Tips to Safeguard Your Reputation, Relationships, and Career in a Cancel-Culture Minefield.

Cancel culture is like walking through a minefield. But it gets even scarier because our kids can easily stumble into serious trouble. Imagine them getting canceled – it's a nightmare for any parent. So, what's the deal?
July 4, 2023

Cracking the Code to the American Dream: Insights from a Thriving Immigrant Doctor.

Embark on an extraordinary journey with Dr. Salvatore Forcina, a testament to resilience and triumph. From humble beginnings in Italy to a transformative move to Argentina and a bold pursuit of the American dream at age 28, …
June 8, 2023

Swab to Save A Life: Debunking Stem Cell Donation Myths and Jay Feinberg's Life-Saving Odyssey .

In 1996, a twenty-something Jay Feinberg received the terrible news that he had Leukemia.   His life's dreams were shattered, and he faced the real possibility of death because nobody in his family was a match to donate life…
May 4, 2023

Hey Lawyers - Here is how to Embrace Artificial Intelligence for Maximum Impact.

AI's turbocharged tech game pulls the strings on how we work, play, and everything. And guess what? Careers are shifting gears like crazy, especially the law scene. We're talking to Attorney Adam Rossen, who shares how AI is…
March 29, 2023

Architectural Grit: How to Unleash the Creative Power of Imagination.

How do architects weave a magical tapestry of form and function, crafting spaces that don't just check the practical boxes but also hit you right in the feels? And today, we've got the maestro himself, Lev Libeskind, an Ital…
March 9, 2023

From Prison Bars to Boardrooms - The Inspiring Journey of an Ex-Convict to Entrepreneur.

In a no-holds-barred chat, Andrew Gibbs-Dabney lays it all out – the addiction, the fall from grace, and how he lost everything. But here's the kicker – the man found the guts to claw his way out of the pit. He kicked the ad…
Feb. 7, 2023

Walking the Catwalk of Triumph: A Fashion Designer's Journey from Poverty to Success.

Israeli fashion maven Dina Bar-El shares her journey from struggle to runway success. Dina's life has been a rollercoaster – from battling depression that had her on the edge of the abyss to dealing with the gut-wrenching l…
Jan. 24, 2023

Math Wizardry: Equipping Parents to Unleash Their Kids' Mastery of Mathematics.

We're tackling a real issue – a kid's math anxiety and frustration. I know many youngsters out there struggle to click with math, which can hit their self-confidence hard. But what if we could flip the script? What if learni…
Jan. 7, 2023

Triumphs and Lessons from Trailblazers in '22. A Rollercoaster Ride Through Grit, Resilience, and Unstoppable Greatness!

Welcome to 2023. It's a year of endless possibilities, and you're here for the front-row seat. So, how are you going to channel that grit, that resilience? Ready to tackle something that makes your palms sweat? Let's make 2…
Nov. 4, 2022

Voices of Survival: Tova's Journey from Auschwitz to Resilience" - Unveiling the Remarkable Story of an 84-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor and TikTok Sensation.

This episode is a gut-punch reminder of the past, a study in resilience, and a call to action for the future. Don't miss it. This is a powerful episode on determination. We're honored to have Tova Friedman, an 84-year-old H…
Nov. 2, 2022

Building Empathy: High Schoolers' Path to Tolerance and Understanding through Holocaust Education.

3G Miami, a powerhouse organization comprised of grandchildren and third-generation descendants of Holocaust survivors. These folks are on a mission to preserve their grandparents' stories and spread them far and wide. They'…
Oct. 19, 2022

Triathlete's Tale of Triumph and Resilience: Surviving a Near-Fatal Accident back to the Podium.

Going for Greatness Show: Unleash Your Inner Maverick and Soar Beyond Ordinary Brief Update From Diego on His Recovery Progress. A Comeback Kid Story of the year! Diego Van Looy shares the status of his climb back to competi…
Sept. 29, 2022

Shredding Boundaries: How Surfing Can Revolutionize Middle East Peace!

Going for Greatness Show: Unleash Your Inner Maverick and Soar Beyond Ordinary In a region plagued by longstanding conflict between Arabs and Jews, the co-founder of Surfing4Peace unveils an extraordinary tale of how a share…
Sept. 9, 2022

Grit Unleashed: Danielle's Epic Ascent to Conquer the World's Tallest Mountains.

Buckle up for another round in the badassery saga, starring Danielle Wolfson – an ordinary woman doing extraordinary things. We're picking up where we left off in Episode 9, tracking Danielle's Seven Summit Project as she gl…
July 25, 2022

Africa's Solar Revolution: Entrepreneurs Help with Transformation Using Sunlight Energy.

Going for Greatness Show: Unleash Your Inner Maverick and Soar Beyond Ordinary In a world where 620 million people still live without electricity, Africa has often been left in the dark. But one organization is turning the t…
July 4, 2022

Stop Early Childhood Death with Entrepreneur's Genius Idea.

KIDS DIE FROM DIARRHEA. KIDS ARE DYING FROM NOT HAVING SOAP. ~9,000 children under five years old die every day from pneumonia or diarrhea, two diseases that could stop being fatal if they had access to a soap bar and learne…