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Intergenerational Resilience with Nechama Birnbaum
I sit down with Nechama Birnabum, an author and fellow granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, to discuss her grandmother's story. She shares why she saw her grandmother Rosie as a perfect character, why she felt it was important to tell the good parts of Rosie's holocaust story, and the importance of centering a Jewish girl who saves herself.
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Be Impactful by Impact Fashion
In a world that often shouts, it can be powerful to focus on the meaningful work being done quietly but purposefully. Be Impactful by Impact Fashion is a podcast hosted by Rivky Itzkowitz, founder and designer of Impact Fashion. This isn't a lecture series on success; it's a collection of conversations with women who are creating tangible change within their own communities and spheres of influence. Each episode delves into the personal journeys, challenges, and motivations of these individuals, exploring how they define and live out impact in areas like arts, beauty, fashion, spirituality, and religion. Rivky brings her unique perspective from building a brand dedicated to empowering modest-minded women, fostering discussions that are deeply rooted in real-world experience and Jewish values. Listeners will hear authentic stories of resilience, creativity, and faith, discovering how focused intention in one's personal corner can ripple outward. The podcast naturally explores the intersection of purpose and action, offering inspiration for anyone looking to infuse their daily life with greater meaning. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue that celebrates the multifaceted ways women lead and inspire.
Podcast Episodes
"I didn't ask to be strong" The IDF Wives Panel with Yaf Newman, Tali Wohlgelernte, and Anonymous Part 1
Rivky sits down with Yaf Newman, Tali Wohlgelernte, and Anonymous, 3 women whose husbands are currently serving in the IDF. They share what the first days of the war were like, the mental health aspect of having a husban…
My Brother in Law Needs a Kidney/A Piece of Me with Aviva Breda (2020)
My brother in law is in urgent need of a kidney donor. To learn more about kidney donation or to see if you are a match, email R25992@renewal.org or call 718-431-9831 Ext. 209 Rivky talks with kidney donor Aviva Breda ab…
Real Life Pesach Cooking with Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
Rivky sits down with prolific cookbook author Miriam Pascal to talk about her newest book for Pesach. Miriam shares why she felt the need to make a Pesach cookbook, how her own restrictive Pesach customs growing up shape…
Mazel with Rachie Shnay
Rivky sits down with Rachie Shnay, a proudly Jewish jewelry designer, to talk about her brand and mission. Rachie shares why it was important to her to have Jewish theme jewelry in her collection from the outset, her spe…
What's in a Name? with Alexandra Watkins
Rivky sits down with Alexandra Watkins, a naming and branding expert, to really answer the question, what's in a name? We discuss the difference between advertising and branding, how I named Impact Fashion and why domain…
Money & Values with Yael Trusch
Rivky sits down with Yael Trusch, the host of Jewish Money Matters. to discuss money. She shares how the 2008 recession led her to reexamine her whole relationship with money, why it's so uncomfortable to talk about mone…
Glad That We Have it, Sad That We Need It- Am Yisrael Chai line update
Rivky goes solo to give a quick update on the Am Yisrael Chai line and a peek into what's been happening inside her head. Click here to get your Am Yisrael Chai T-shirt Click here to see my collection of dresses. Click h…
Getting You with Nicole Russo
Rivky sits down with stylist Nicole Russo to discuss her work. She shares how stress and depression affected her body image heading into college, Why she decided to leave her glitzy fashion styling job, and they work tho…
Designer Smiles with Dr. Victoria Veytsman
I sit down with cosmetic dentist Dr. Victoria Veytsman to discuss oral health and beauty. She shares her thoughts on confidence and altering your face, how beauty standards factor into her work, what pro-aging dentistry…
The Ribbon Dress- Special Solo Episode!
I go solo to talk about the process behind my newest design, The Ribbon dress. I'll share how I've been approaching designing differently over the last 6 months, what it looks like when you translate a corset into a mode…
