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Kol HaAdam

Kol HaAdam

Written by: Simcha Lefton
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Are you tired of profiles and resumes that don't show the real person? Welcome to The Kol Ha Adam Project podcast. We dive into a revolutionary platform designed to bring dignity and depth back to how we connect- whether for marriage, career, or community legacy.

The Kol HaAdam initiative is meant to help with Shidduchim with many audio profiles kept private. Hearing a person’s authentic voice and story is a powerful way to find a match, revealing character, maturity, and hashkafa (worldview) in a way a flat profile (resume) cannot. The platform also prioritizes your privacy.

We feature audio profiles of those seeking a future, heartfelt tributes to legendary mentors, and reflections on family values.
Over time this podcast is meant to help shadchanim, employers, and families see the whole person.

#KolHaAdam #Shidduchim #JewishDating #HumanVoice #Middos #TorahValues #AuthenticConnection #JewishLife #CareerGrowth #Legacy #CharacterMatters #Dignity #ShidduchCrisis #JewishFamily #Hashkafa #Mentorship #Networking #SoulToSoul #JewishPodcast #RelationshipGoalsCopyright Simcha Lefton Judaism Relationships Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • The Voice of the Person: Rethinking Shidduch Resumes

    The Voice of the Person: Rethinking Shidduch Resumes
    May 27 2026
    The Voice of the Person: Rethinking Shidduch Resumes

    Timestamp Breakdown:
    • 0:00-1:02: The speaker introduces the idea of an audio-based shidduch profile to address the limitations of traditional resumes, which started around 2004.
    • 1:02-2:03: Discussion of using audio files or interviews; acknowledges that a similar idea might already exist (Links). Presents a short AI-generated sample interview.
    • 2:03-3:04: The speaker emphasizes the need for authentic emotion (laughter, crying) in interviews, reflecting on a teaching about generating tears during "Hashem Hu Elokim."
    • 3:04-4:07: Shift to sad music and further exploration of eliciting genuine emotion, asking listeners to share moments of happiness-induced crying.
    • 4:07-6:11: Suggests questions about passions and hobbies to reveal personality beyond a resume or seminary choice, highlighting the deceptive nature of limited information.
    • 6:11-7:21: Introduces a personal anecdote about his son's birthdate and its connection to "Mayim" personality, discussing elemental personality types (Eish, Afar, Ruach, Mayim).
    • 7:21-8:25: Continues the discussion on elemental personality types and their implications for dating, mentioning differing views on their adherence to "Tmimas."
    • 8:25-9:26: Opens the concept to job applications and invites feedback. Introduces the AI-generated sample interview titled "Koh Adam."
    • 9:26-10:31: The AI voice (Esti) describes herself as growth-oriented, from a Torah home, working in special education, and valuing "simchas hachaim" and "menshlekeit."
    • 10:31-11:33: Esti describes her ideal home as having spiritual warmth, normalcy, respect, and openness to others, and discusses her work with children with special needs.
    • 11:33-12:00: Esti sings a line from a Shabbos song and the AI interviewer asks about what she's looking for in a partner.
    20 Hashtags: #ShidduchCrisis #AudioResumes #DatingInnovation #JewishDating #Shadchanim #EmotionalIntelligence #PersonalityBeyondPaper #TorahLife #HashemHuElokim #ChassidishCircles #ElementalPersonalities #MayimPersonality #EishPersonality #JobApplications #AIInterview #AuthenticSelf #SimchasHachaim #Menshlekeit #SpecialEducation #KohAdam

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    12 mins
  • The Voice of the Soul: How Audio Could Reshape Shiduchim

    The Voice of the Soul: How Audio Could Reshape Shiduchim
    May 27 2026
    Title: The Voice of the Soul: How Audio Could Reshape Matchmaking & Human Connection

    Timestamp Breakdown:
    • 00:00 - 01:00: The "Resume Trap": Why paper profiles fail to capture human essence.
    • 01:00 - 02:04: Introducing the Kol Ha Adam Project: Audio profiles for Orthodox Jewish matchmaking.
    • 02:04 - 03:07: Character & Worldview: How voice transmits Midos & Hashgafa beyond text.
    • 03:07 - 04:07: The Analogy of Cake Mix: Factual data vs. human experience.
    • 04:07 - 05:08: Esti's Introduction: A fictional case study for an intimate platform.
    • 05:08 - 06:18: The Power of Paralinguistics: Authenticity through pitch, tempo, and inflection.
    • 06:18 - 07:19: Hashgafa Unpacked: From single-word labels to nuanced worldview.
    • 07:19 - 08:19: Defining Peace & Maturity: Esti's perspective on difficult conversations.
    • 08:19 - 09:20: The "One Good Thing" Story: Patience, empathy, and narrative power.
    • 09:20 - 10:23: The Vulnerability of Voice: Addressing the "performance" concern.
    • 10:23 - 11:24: Beyond the Plot: How internal logic reveals true character.
    • 11:24 - 12:27: Practical Logistics & Nuance: Transforming binary choices into spectrums.
    • 12:27 - 13:30: The Sung Note & Unobserved Integrity: Esti's Shabbos song and what she seeks.
    • 13:30 - 14:31: Torah Study & Life Choices: Reframing "yes/no" questions with nuance.
    • 14:31 - 15:34: Self-Awareness & Vulnerability: Admitting struggles and asking for help.
    • 15:34 - 16:36: The Vulnerability Paradox: Is extracting authentic essence dangerous?
    • 16:36 - 17:39: Engineered Friction: Countercultural privacy in a swipe-driven world.
    • 17:39 - 18:44: Uncompromising Consent & Oversight: Ensuring dignity and appropriate vulnerability.
    • 18:44 - 19:51: Scaling Intimacy Down: High-fidelity audio for a curated audience of one.
    • 19:51 - 21:01: Recap & Call to Action: Re-evaluating how we present ourselves.
    • 21:01 - 22:09: Your Voice, Your Story: What flat bullet point would you replace with your authentic voice?
    20 Hashtags:
    1. #KolHaAdam
    2. #AudioProfiles
    3. #Matchmaking
    4. #OrthodoxJew
    5. #Shidduch
    6. #PrivacyFirst
    7. #HumanConnection
    8. #Authenticity
    9. #VoiceOfPerson
    10. #DigitalDignity
    11. #EngineeredFriction
    12. #BeyondTheResume
    13. #PersonalNarrative
    14. #EmotionalIntelligence
    15. #CharacterBuilding
    16. #PodcastDiscovery
    17. #NewTechOldValues
    18. #Paralinguistics
    19. #DatingAppsAlternative
    20. #ReimagineConnection


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    22 mins
  • Interview with Nephew Of Novominsker

    Interview with Nephew Of Novominsker
    Jul 29 2024
    Interview with Nephew Of Novominsker:
    • 00:00 - 02:08: Introduction to Lazor Perlow and his unique background, highlighting his humility despite remarkable lineage.
    • 02:09 - 03:34: Lazor introduces himself and discusses his connection to the Novominsker Rebbe, his great-uncle, and his regret about not developing a closer personal relationship.
    • 03:35 - 04:37: Memories of the Novominsker Rebbe's impact, particularly his role in Agudath Israel of America.
    • 04:38 - 05:39: A humorous anecdote about the Novominsker Rebbe's use of the word "existentialist" and its surprising effect.
    • 05:40 - 06:51: Discussion of the Novominsker Rebbe's transcendence of categorization and his connections to other prominent rabbinic figures.
    • 06:52 - 07:58: Lazor reflects on the "rabbi's son syndrome" and the feeling of being a "monarch in exile" within a rabbinic family.
    • 07:59 - 10:12: A touching story about the Novominsker Rebbe seeking out a young Lazor at his brother's Bar Mitzvah and offering encouragement.
    • 10:13 - 11:17: Lazor discusses his independent streak and how he rarely sought advice unless for major life decisions.
    • 11:18 - 13:25: The influence of Lazor's mother's "haredi" background and her strong views on educational choices.
    • 13:26 - 15:44: Exploring the "Oberlander" Jewish heritage on his mother's side, and the unique culture of Pressburg before the war.
    • 15:45 - 17:01: A story about the rigorous Yeshiva schedule in Pressburg and the Ksav Sofer's profound love for Yiddishkeit.
    • 17:02 - 18:05: Speculation on the Novominsker Rebbe's potential views on summer camps, contrasting with his mother's stricter approach.
    • 18:06 - 19:20: The pressure to attend Passaic Yeshiva and the interplay between his mother's wishes and the Novominsker Rebbe's advice.
    • 19:21 - 20:10: Discussing the Novominsker Rebbe's college education and his stance on college for the current generation.
    • 20:11 - 21:14: Lazor identifies Rav David Rosenbaum as his most inspiring Rebbe, highlighting his gentleness, humility, and genius.
    • 21:15 - 22:16: Lazor praises Rav Rosenbaum's teaching style and his ability to excite students about learning.
    • 22:17 - 25:16: Host reflects on the episode, expresses desire for a follow-up with Lazor about Rav Rosenbaum, and praises Lazor's journalistic talents.
    20 Hashtags:
    1. #JewishLegacy
    2. #NovominskerRebbe
    3. #RabbinicDynasty
    4. #Yichus
    5. #HarediHeritage
    6. #PressburgJudaism
    7. #TorahLearning
    8. #SpiritualGuidance
    9. #JewishJournalist
    10. #Midos
    11. #InspirationalRabbis
    12. #RavDavidRosenbaum
    13. #Existentialism
    14. #FamilyHistory
    15. #JewishCulture
    16. #AgudathIsrael
    17. #Halakha
    18. #Chassidus
    19. #Humility
    20. #JewishPodcast
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    25 mins
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