In this heartfelt conversation, Adrienne Gold Davis and Momentum Founding Director, Lori Palatnik explore how unity, kindness, and personal growth become spiritual lifelines in moments of crisis. Drawing from Jewish values and personal stories, including a harrowing plane emergency, Lori shares insights on prayer, peace, and the profound impact of mitzvot. Together, they reflect on the current challenges facing Israel and the Jewish diaspora, the healing power of humility in relationships, and h...
Jun 25, 2025•27 min
What can the story of Israel teach us about raising resilient children?
Jun 18, 2025•10 min•Season 20Ep. 3
How can we stay sane when opening our home to others?
Jun 11, 2025•9 min
What do Tevye, Ben Franklin, and Netflix have in common? The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
Jun 04, 2025•9 min
How can we honor our parents – even when our lifestyle choices feel worlds apart? The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
May 21, 2025•10 min
Momentum Trip Leader Adrienne Gold Davis shares how to discover the unique essence in each person.
May 14, 2025•9 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Laughter has an incredible way of lifting our souls in times of pain. But Jewish wisdom cautions: sometimes, the joke can go too far. The "Rise & Shine" podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation's generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
May 07, 2025•7 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Just because we’re afraid of saying the wrong thing doesn’t mean we shouldn’t speak at all. Here’s how to overcome the fear. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
Apr 23, 2025•10 min
A sugary epiphany helped Adrienne Gold Davis reimagine all that Passover can be. The "Rise & Shine" podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation's generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org For more inspiration, visit us at https://momentumunlimited.org
Apr 16, 2025•10 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Does one need to be a good person to be a good teacher and leader? How much do character and personality factor into a person's leadership capacity? Adrienne investigates. If you love this episode of Rise & Shine, please subscribe, rate, and review. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org...
Apr 09, 2025•11 min
How can we transform our negative emotions into positive learning experiences?
Apr 02, 2025•11 min•Season 25Ep. 8
What can Jewish tradition teach us about cultivating our own leadership skills?
Mar 26, 2025•10 min•Season 25Ep. 7
It’s easy to become overwhelmed by the bad news in the world. Adrienne explains how to avoid this paralysis and reclaim your joy.
Mar 19, 2025•13 min•Ep. 6
Changing old patterns is hard. What inspiration can we find in Judaism for making the difficult yet necessary changes in our life?
Mar 12, 2025•9 min•Season 25Ep. 5
What can the story of Queen Esther teach us about the post October 7th world?
Mar 05, 2025•11 min•Season 25Ep. 4
What can Jewish tradition teach us about maintaining the spark in our romantic relationships?
Feb 26, 2025•11 min•Season 25Ep. 3
Adrienne talks about why giving is the secret to love
Feb 18, 2025•10 min•Season 25Ep. 1
What can Tu B’Shvat teach us about healthy parenting?
Feb 12, 2025•9 min•Season 25Ep. 1
How can we engage with others and ourselves in a world lacking nuance?
Jan 22, 2025•9 min
All of us have the power to do good or bad. How can we make sure we choose wisely?
Jan 15, 2025•10 min•Ep. 8
What does it take to truly bring together two different people with different pasts to create one single home and present?
Jan 08, 2025•12 min•Ep. 7
As parents, how can we ignite our children's inner flame, without hovering? How can we allow our kids to fail, and reignite them only when necessary? Explore powerful parenting lessons from Hanukkah. The "Rise & Shine" podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation's generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
Dec 25, 2024•9 min•Ep. 2
Adrienne discusses the power of in-person meetings in an online world.
Dec 18, 2024•11 min
When your best efforts aren’t enough, how can you find comfort? If you love this episode of Rise & Shine, please subscribe, rate, and review. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
Dec 11, 2024•11 min
How can we leave behind our ego and admit it when we need help? If you love this episode of Rise & Shine, please subscribe, rate, and review. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
Dec 04, 2024•10 min•Season 24Ep. 3
It’s easy to get distracted in our lives, and Adrienne reminds us what are the truly valuable things we should care about If you love this episode of Rise & Shine, please subscribe, rate, and review. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
Nov 27, 2024•9 min
Aging can be a difficult process, and Adrienne reframes it as a wonderful gift. If you love this episode of Rise & Shine, please subscribe, rate, and review. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
Nov 20, 2024•11 min
“Judaism teaches us to look up, no matter how strained our necks may feel in the process.” In today’s Rise and Shine, Adrienne Gold Davis shares how each one of us can find the best kinds of teachers — those who empower us to stretch ourselves, strive for the truth, and open ourselves to achy, but powerful growth.
Nov 13, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Discover how to embrace your authentic self and make any experience a step towards resilience and sustainable growth.
Nov 06, 2024•11 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Learning new ideas may make us feel so uncomfortable and vulnerable at times. Yet, according to Adrienne Gold Davis, it’s essential that we endure the pain that education brings.
Oct 30, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 9
