Rise & Shine with Adrienne Gold Davis

Why Israel Lives in Us

In this deeply moving Rise & Shine episode, Adrienne Gold Davis sits down with Dr. Zohar Raviv, internationally recognized Jewish thought leader, educator, and Momentum’s Scholar in Residence, for a powerful exploration of Israel’s place in the Jewish story.

Together, they illuminate the five landscapes through which Jews have understood Israel for thousands of years: the imagined, covenantal, remembered, lived, and envisioned land. Dr. Raviv shares why Israel is not a project of survival, but a project of revival, and how Jewish mothers play a central role in carrying this story forward. Rooted in warmth, depth, and clarity, this conversation invites each of us to see our connection to Israel not only through history, but through identity, responsibility, and love.

 

Read Dr. Zohar's article referenced in the podcast here: https://theicenter.org/aleph_bet/eretz-medina-am-yisrael-navigation-multiple-landscapes/

 

The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

When Blessings Fall Like $100 Bills

It's a new season of Rise & Shine!

In this week's podcast, Adrienne shares a compelling parable about a rooftop, blessings, and awareness. Through Jewish wisdom and Torah commentary, she explores why we often overlook the quiet gifts in our lives, especially when faced with hardship.

 

The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

Life Hacks for Spiritual Allergies

Adrienne shares how, with introspection and grace, we can follow the golden rule, “Love your neighbor as you love yourself.”

Whisper Words of Wisdom

Adrienne shares how we can channel our “been there, done that” feelings in positive ways.

An I for an I

Adrienne shares how we can focus on the beauty around us rather than on ourselves. 

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The Spiritual Butterfly Effect

Adrienne shares how we can bring together our diverse family members in beautiful ways.

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The Torah as Our Blueprint

From childhood reading to spiritual renewal, this episode explores how the Torah serves as the ultimate guide for living and rebuilding our inner worlds. Drawing on personal reflection, Jewish wisdom, and the story of Rabbi Akiva, we explore how Simchat Torah invites us to revisit our beginnings with fresh eyes. Discover how each year’s Torah cycle offers new insight into who we’ve become, and how teshuvah allows us to renovate our lives with grace and intention.

 

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The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

Spiritual Botox: How Sukkot Teaches Us to Glow from Within

What does it mean to embrace aging with grace and gratitude? Adrienne explores the beauty of impermanence, the wisdom of our tradition, and the gift of choosing our own way as Jewish women. From Botox to Viktor Frankl, from Titanic metaphors to Torah, this episode invites you to find joy, meaning, and spiritual alignment in the temporary structures of our lives.

 

Weeds, Dandelions, and the Gifts of Our Flaws

What if your flaws were not failures but divine invitations for growth? In this episode, Adrienne Gold Davis delves into the profound spiritual practices of the 10 Days of Repentance, spanning from Rosh Hashanah to Yom Kippur. Through relatable stories and Jewish wisdom, she reveals how our “weeds”-those stubborn flaws we can’t seem to uproot —can become a source of holiness and transformation.

 

The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

 

Unity, Strength, and Jewish Mothers Rising

Adrienne Gold Davis explores the Jewish teaching of Maktim Refua Lamaka, the cure before the malady, and how Jewish women worldwide are stepping up with strength and solidarity in the aftermath of October 7th. From resilience to responsibility, discover how Jewish mothers are leading with courage, identity, and love.

 

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