Karen Abramson shares her COVID diaries and stories with us. Karen has been writing a diary since her teenage years abs has documented her corona time stories on a new podcast.
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Stories and Interviews with the people who make Las Vegas, leaders in business, technology and the arts.
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We delve into the history of Camp Young Judaea with alumni from the beginning (1939) to modern day CYJ.
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In this episode of the Connect.Vegas podcast, host Ben Laifsky interviews Kirsten Larsen, a mindset coach and founder of Peace of Wellness, a coaching practice based in Las Vegas. Kirsten shares her journey from being an occupational therapist to becoming a coach, helping clients—both individuals and companies—develop healthier mindsets and interpe…
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Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of the Connect.Vegas podcast, host Ben Laifsky sits down with Francesca Gilbert, a veteran realtor in Las Vegas with 36 years of experience. Francesca shares her journey from moving to Las Vegas in 1978 to becoming one of the city’s leading real estate professionals. They discuss the evolving real estate ma…
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In this episode of Connect Vegas, host Ben Laifsky interviews Shahab Zargari, a Las Vegas-based filmmaker, marketer, and faculty member at UNLV’s College of Fine Arts. They discuss Shahab's multifaceted career, from founding a record label to producing award-winning films and TV commercials. Shahab also shares his passion for filmmaking and reflect…
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Here’s a summary of Episode 9 of the Connect Vegas podcast featuring Karen Alonso, Vice President of Marketing for United Way of Southern Nevada: Highlights: Karen Alonso's Role and Impact: Karen Alonso oversees marketing and leads the Women United Affinity Group at United Way of Southern Nevada, focusing on community impact through three pillars: …
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In this episode of Connect.Vegas, host Ben Laifsky interviews David Navarro, Nevada Regional President of Enterprise Bank & Trust. They explore David's career, banking insights, and his deep connection to the Las Vegas community. Here are the key highlights from their conversation: David’s Role and Banking Expertise: David explains the different ty…
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In this episode of Connect.Vegas, host Ben Laifsky speaks with Josh Leavitt, the CEO of Tech Alley and Intagly. The discussion dives into Josh's journey as a serial entrepreneur, community advocate, and startup leader in Las Vegas. The episode focuses on the development of Tech Alley, a monthly meetup event for tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and …
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In this episode of the Connect.Vegas podcast, host Ben Laifsky interviews Andy Abramson, CEO of Communicano, a value creation communications agency based in Las Vegas. The discussion covers Abramson's extensive experience in guiding companies to successful exits, emphasizing his expertise in branding, storytelling, and strategic communication. Key …
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In this episode of Connect.Vegas, host Ben Laifsky interviews Dave Burlin, a dynamic figure in the Las Vegas community with a diverse background that includes roles as a Marine Corps veteran, wedding DJ, and entrepreneurship advocate. Here are some highlights: Veteran Support: Dave discusses his work with Vets in Tech, helping veterans and their sp…
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Introduction to Bill Houghton: Bill Houghton, founder and CEO of Horizon Print Solutions, was the first person Ben met when he moved to Las Vegas in 1999. Horizon Print Solutions provides a wide range of printing and branding solutions for businesses, from business cards to vehicle wraps. Bill's Background and Horizon Print Solutions: Bill founded …
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In this episode of Connect Vegas, host Ben Laifsky interviews Alex Raffi, CEO of Imagine Communications, author, illustrator, and artist. They delve into the importance of creativity, the role it plays in various industries, and how Alex's experiences have shaped his creative journey. Alex shares insights on fostering creativity within organization…
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In this episode of Connect Vegas, host Ben Laifsky interviews Monica Coburn, CEO of Nevada Business Advisors. They discuss Monica's mission to help businesses succeed, the diverse industries she serves, and the core services offered by her company, such as financing, certifications, and strategic connections. Monica also shares her journey from Haw…
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Connect Vegas Podcast Episode 1: Rob Jeremaisson of ScaleUP Advisors
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Is your team spending too much time on prospects who don't convert? Or are they chasing the wrong prospects? Or are you losing sales you shouldn't be losing? ScaleUP Advisors helps clients address these and many other sales and leadership challenges. In this inaugural episode of the Connect Vegas podcast, we talk to Rob Jeremaisson of ScaleUp Advis…
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All Things YJ: Episode 16: Alyssa Shulman Paul and Ben Broad of Daled 2002: Oh 2, Oh Deuce.
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Join Itzy (D"85), Alyssa Shulman Paul (D'02) and Ben Broad (D'02) as we talk about their YJ experience from campers to Asst. Programmers to why their Daled is so close!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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All Things YJ Episode 15: Karen (Glou), Melanie and Talia Joseph
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A generational look at CYJ through the eyes of 3 of the mother/daughter combination of Karen, Melanie and Talia Joseph. A lot of stories and a lot of fun!! Enjoy!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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Join Itzy (D'85) and Co-Program Directors, Rachel Abrahams and Caroline Maguire (D'92) along with Director of Aquatics, Carl Shulman (D'04) as we discuss the upcoming summer and what new activities to look out for! Of course, we don't reveal everything !!!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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All Things YJ: Episode 13 Talking Gadna with Rebecca Spack Sneider and David Knopf
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A nice chat with 3 former Gadna leaders, Rebecca Spack Sneider (93-95), David Knopf (2018) and myself, Itzy (2004) ...3 different eras but an interesting journey in the land of milk and honey.저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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All Things YJ: Episode 12: Lenny Saunders and Dave Abramson
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Lenny Started camp in 1971 and Dave in 1973....they've been friends a long time. Join me as we go down memory lane with two larger than life members of the CYJ Alumni.저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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SPECIAL EDITION: Karen & Martin land in Dubai. What happens next?
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In this special edition episode Karen shares her most recent COVID diaries with host Robert. On the way to an exciting few weeks abroad, Karen and Martin land in Dubai. What happens next is just another twist and turn in the journey that Karen has had since the beginning of the pandemic. Enjoy the episode!…
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A nice visit with Judy (Stone) Macnow and her sons Teddy (D'98) and Alex (D'01) plus Ted's wife Emily (Goldstein) ....and of course a visit to the Cape to see Nan!!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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Join me in a trip down memory lane featuring Daled 89s Josh Green and Daled 90s Mark Davidson....it's a fun trip with stories, anecdotes and we try to stay on track with the history of WCYJ as well!!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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All Things YJ Episode 9: Robin Greenberg and Eric Pell
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A trip back to 90s YJ with none other than Eric "Papa" Pell and Robin (Schaefer) Greenberg, who knew what, who had the better tan and who are still good friends? Check it out...저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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Kim the Housekeeper returns, Karen makes Persian rice and shares her diary excerpts from family zoom celebrations
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Karen is a delighted when Kim the housekeeper makes a long awaited comeback with COVID lockdown rules relaxed leaving Karen to focus on some upcoming family celebrations via zoom. Plus stay tuned for her Persian rice story, naked bath cleaning and how Karen manages to catalogue daily in her diary..저자 Karen Abramson
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Back in bed with Martin, missing the kids, Pesach alone and yet more cleaning!
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In this week's episode Karen reads from her diary about the 38 day quarantine for Martin, his eventual release so she could get back in bed with him and all the ups and downs of missing the kids, being so far from her Mum and managing Pesach alone for the first time ever.저자 Karen Abramson
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In quarantine, Karen gets cleaning and Martin gets the dreaded virus
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Back in Israel, Martin falls unwell, faced with caring for a sick husband, Karen also has to pick up the slack with all the housekeeping. Listen to Karen's insights from this difficult few weeks.저자 Karen Abramson
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BONUS: Rob Goldstone, the man who sent 'that' email to Donald Trump Jr shares what he has been up to in COVID-19
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Rob Goldstone is a PR professional, author, journalist and podcaster. He has represented some of the biggest names in the world but was thrust into the limelight himself four years ago as the person who sent 'that' email to Donald Trump Jr that kicked off the whole Russia investigation. In this episode Rob chats with Karen about Donald Trump, Micha…
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Fire up the Delorean as I go back in time to the late 50s and 60s with Lenny Rotman to discuss what YJ was like back then and of course, the Rotman family.저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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It is February 2020 and COVID-19 is really only getting started in Israel and Europe. Karen dives into a sad episode that saw family members falling ill and a wedding impacted by the virus. Tune in for the details.저자 Karen Abramson
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Karen shares her reasons for keeping a diary since her teenage years and begins to tell us about her life and times during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.저자 Karen Abramson
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I have been writing a diary since a young age and I share experts with you here from the pandemic year.저자 Karen Abramson
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All Things YJ Episode 7 Lauren Potischman and Lillian Breen -- Girls Area Heads 1981
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It's 5781 and we return to 1981 for a visit with Lil Breen and Lauren Potischman, girls areas head counselors.저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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A look at how things went during our first (and hopefully last) virtual Summer in 2020. A nice chat with Sam Schwartz, Mel Aiken and Sara Zakar!!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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It's another fun filled hour with present day CYJ historians, Joshua "Peach" Goldstein and Jackson Bunis. They'll reveal Maccabiah secrets and Senior Boys and Girls moments over the last 25 years!!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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A Trip Down CYJ's Memory Lane with 3 Generations of Rapaport's and Smith Rapaports....starting with Avi as a bet camper in 1987 to Tzvi's emergence as Head of Judaica (1991-1999) and a take on today's CYJ with Double MM. Enjoy the ride!!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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All Things YJ Episode 3 Bonnie Rodman저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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We chat this month with Scott Chelist, an former Area Head Counselor, Trip Leader and Senior Boys Hoops Coach. A fun talk with a great guy!!저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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Join Steve "Itzy" Itzkowitz as he chats with Daled '76 member, Margie Chebot (as she was known at YJ) ...it's a trip from 1970 to 1988 as we touch upon what it was like being a camper and a staff member during that era. Please enjoy and if you have any questions, please email Itzy@cyj.org저자 Itzy Itzkowitz
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