The Chai Road

The Chai Road
Podcast Description
The Chai Road is a podcast where we explore powerful stories, inspiring journeys, and important conversations about faith, identity, and resilience.
Hosted by Max Alperstein, a Jewish teenager, each episode features thought-provoking discussions with guests who are making a difference in their communities.
Whether it's about embracing who you are, standing up for what you believe in, or navigating life’s challenges, The Chai Road brings you real stories from real people. Tune in for episodes that will inspire, uplift, and encourage you to walk your own Chai Road!
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The show emphasizes themes of faith, identity, and resilience, featuring episodes that tackle important issues like antisemitism, personal journeys, and community activism, with examples including in-depth discussions about the lawsuit against Harvard regarding antisemitism and young Jewish advocacy.

The Chai Road is a podcast where we explore powerful stories, inspiring journeys, and important conversations about faith, identity, and resilience.
Hosted by Max Alperstein, a Jewish teenager, each episode features thought-provoking discussions with guests who are making a difference in their communities.
Whether it’s about embracing who you are, standing up for what you believe in, or navigating life’s challenges, The Chai Road brings you real stories from real people. Tune in for episodes that will inspire, uplift, and encourage you to walk your own Chai Road!
In this powerful and deeply moving episode of Chai Road, host Max Alperstein sits down with Sami Steigmann, a Holocaust survivor, motivational speaker, and advocate for resilience. Sami shares his harrowing yet inspiring journey of survival, from his early years in a Nazi labor camp to his lifelong mission of educating others about the dangers of hatred and the power of forgiveness.
Max and Sami engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of resilience, the value of hope in the face of adversity, and how personal stories can shape a more compassionate world. Sami’s firsthand experiences serve as a testament to the strength of the human spirit, offering profound insights into the lasting impact of history and the responsibilities we carry as the next generation.
A special thank you to Francesca Howard for her incredible support, as well as DJI, RØDE, and Sony for providing the tools that help bring these stories to life. Final Cut Pro played a crucial role in crafting this episode with care and precision. And, of course, a heartfelt thank you to Sami Steigmann for hosting us and sharing his remarkable journey.
Join us for an unforgettable conversation—one that reminds us of the power of resilience, the necessity of remembrance, and the enduring hope that carries us forward. L’Chaim!
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