Recorded during the Hanukkah season, Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss are joined by two distinguished and inspiring guests: Rabbi Ammi Hirsch and Dr. Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, a dynamic brother-sister duo. Rabbi Hirsch, Senior Rabbi at the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City, is a renowned thought leader, podcast host, author and one of the Jerusalem Post's 50 most influential Jews of the year. Dr. Pescovitz, President of Oakland University, boasts a remarkable career of accolades and accomplishm...
Jan 12, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 38
Nothing motivates Jason Raznick quite like being told he can’t. The co-founder and Executive Chairman of Benzinga sits down with Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss to share how he takes a “no” and turns it into “yes.” For this self-described start-up junkie and mental health advocate, it all comes down to Doing vs Talking. In our featured collaboration with the Detroit Jewish News, we talk to David Silver, whose non-profit, Detroit Horse Power, connects Detroit youth to horses to build their social emot...
Sep 09, 2024•44 min•Ep. 37
Local 4 Meteorologist Emeritus Paul Gross joins co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss for a captivating chat about everything under the sun. From his important work on the science of climate change (including small tips we can do to make a big difference), where his Jewish upbringing and career intersect and some of the people he’s come across in his 40- year broadcast career.
Jun 25, 2024•48 min•Ep. 36
Lior Zisser-Yogev, Federation’s community Shlica (Israel emissary) talks to Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss in a powerful, engaging and heart-wrenching, yet hopeful, conversation including the memory of her brother Ilay Zisser (z”l) an IDF commander who was killed in the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack. Listen in as 15-year-old Lily Liss takes over the hosting reins in a thought-provoking interview with her Great Grandmother Sherry Kohen. From growing up in Nazi-era Europe to concentration camp surv...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 35
On this episode, Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss have the special honor of welcoming Jane Sherman to the FedRadioDetroit podcast. With the values passed down from her father, Max M. Fisher (z”l), this powerful leader has touched Jewish lives in Michigan, her beloved Israel, and around the world with a passion that never wanes.
Feb 20, 2024•44 min
Amid the sorrow of the horrific terror attack on Israel and the war with Hamas, Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss sit down with Rabbi Asher Lopatin, Executive Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council/ AJC, to share his mission, ambition and hope going forward.
Oct 31, 2023•55 min
On this episode, Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss are honored to welcome Nicole Eisenberg. From mortgage broker to Broadway producer, she’s lived a life she never could have planned.
Sep 29, 2023•46 min
On this episode, Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss are honored to welcome The Honorable Bernard Friedman to the pod.
Aug 25, 2023•56 min
On this FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss sit down with Kari Alterman, a leader committed to our community since camp.
Jun 02, 2023•52 min•Ep. 30
On this rebroadcast of a FedRadioDetroit favorite, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome Gary Torgow, a community leader grounded in faith.
Apr 14, 2023•45 min
Our new FedRadioDetroit podcast features an honest, heartwarming discussion with Andy Doctoroff, a builder of bridges both personally and professionally.
Feb 22, 2023•49 min•Ep. 28
On this FedRadioDetroit podcast recorded just after the November 2022 midterm elections, we sit down with Former Michigan State Senator Gilda Jacobs, a pioneer of politics, policy and... patience.
Jan 12, 2023•42 min•Ep. 27
On the new FedRadioDetroit podcast we sit down with Mark Davidoff, the humble Jewish Detroit leader and, hopefully, never the smartest person in a room.
Oct 19, 2022•42 min
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 9 min
On the new FedRadioDetroit, a conversation with Mitch Albom and his life beyond just the author and columnist we know.
Jun 01, 2022•58 min
What am I doing today to help someone? It’s a question we should all be asking ourselves, just like Linda Schlessinger-Wagner. On this episode, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome this inspiring, successful businesswoman and owner of the “skinnytees apparel company.” Linda shares her amazing story of ups and downs woven into a life of success, service, joy and perseverance.
Apr 11, 2022•47 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome Adam Blanck, a Jewish community leader bringing ideas that bring people together.
Mar 16, 2022•45 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome Gary Torgow, a community leader grounded in faith.
Feb 18, 2022•45 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome Jackie Kallen, The First Lady of Boxing.
Dec 10, 2021•50 min
Eclectic doesn’t begin to describe his life experiences. Ethan Davidson, Chairman of the Grants Committee of the William Davidson Foundation, is this month’s guest.
Nov 05, 2021•39 min
While FedRadioDetroit enjoys a brief summer hiatus, we’re excited to bring you this mini episode featuring Geoff Kretchmer, President of Tamarack Camps who fills us in on their new CAMPaign for Change.
Aug 09, 2021•13 min
Be prepared to be inspired. Rabbi Yisrael Pinson, Executive Director of Chabad of Greater Downtown Detroit (also known as Chabad in the D) and Founder and Board Director of the Orchard Academy, a nonreligious public charter school opening in Detroit this fall, is our guest.
Jul 12, 2021•45 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome Steve Ingber, new CEO of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitain Detroit into the studio to discuss his new role and vision for Federation’s continued impact in the community.
Jun 11, 2021•43 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome the iconic Florine Mark into the (virtual) studio to talk about her career as a successful businesswoman and a lifetime of helping others.
May 05, 2021•45 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-host Sam Dubin takes us inside the halls of Hillel Day School, where students have been learning in person in person throughout the pandemic. Then he and co-host Beverly Liss welcome Dr. Darin Katz, Hillel’s Head of School, to the virtual studio to take it all in.
Apr 05, 2021•47 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome Shimon Levy to the virtual studio.
Mar 03, 2021•49 min
On this episode of FedRadioDetroit, co-hosts Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcome Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin of Michigan's 8th District to the virtual studio.
Jan 29, 2021•31 min
Pastor Aramis Hinds and Rabbi Ariana Silverman continue their ongoing conversations about race, religion, community and equality on this month’s episode of FedRadioDetroit.
Nov 19, 2020•43 min
Enjoy this bonus mini episode that shines a spotlight on the important work of JVS Human Services, a Federation supported agency that has been assisting job seekers for over 79 years. FedRadioDetroit host Sam Dubin welcomed Paul Blatt, CEO of JVS, into the virtual studio this month to share how the agency has pivoted their work and evolved their services to meet the needs of the community during COVID-19. In addition to assisting job seekers, Paul discusses how JVS has expanded their reach to in...
Nov 04, 2020•13 min
On this month’s episode of FedRadioDetroit, Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss welcomed a true community all-star into the virtual studio, Hannan Lis. A leader in both the business and not-for-profit worlds, Hannan’s resume is long and impressive and includes titles such as Chief Operating Officer and Board Member of WW Group, Principal at GSH Group, Founder and Chair of Firebolt Group Inc., Venture Capitalist at Lis Ventures, Chairman of the Yoga Shelter, Past-chair of Forgotten Harvest and Chairman of...
Oct 05, 2020•42 min
