Episodes

  • The Person Behind ProudToChase: Vito Kramer on Passion, Purpose, and Weather

    The Person Behind ProudToChase: Vito Kramer on Passion, Purpose, and Weather
    Oct 25 2026
    Who is the person behind ProudToChase?

    In this guest interview on Kol HaAdam, Simcha Lefton talks with Vito Kramer, the 15-year-old creator of the weather channel ProudToChase. Through his own voice and story, Vito shares the curiosity, effort, and sense of purpose behind his work.

    They discuss how Hurricane Milton sparked his interest in weather, his fascination with thunderstorms and lightning, learning meteorology, building a channel, and covering severe weather live. The conversation also explores faith and service, communicating with an audience, tornado safety, winter-weather coverage, and his hopes for the future.

    This is a conversation about the person behind a passion: what inspires him, what he is learning, and how he hopes to help others.

    Final edited, full-length interview: approximately 43 minutes 50 seconds. Originally presented by Weather with Enthusiasm.

    WATCH THE INTERVIEW
    Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UA9NAxjGiPA
    Short preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_QU5uEzbic

    CONNECT WITH VITO
    ProudToChase on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProudToChase

    MORE FROM SIMCHA
    Weather with Enthusiasm podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weather-with-enthusiasm

    SAFETY NOTE
    This interview is an educational conversation, not an official forecast or a substitute for National Weather Service warnings and local emergency instructions. For current tornado-safety guidance, visit https://www.weather.gov/safety/tornado-during

    The episode contains the participants' original recorded voices, not AI-generated interview dialogue.
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    44 mins
  • Four Elements Podcast

    Four Elements Podcast
    Oct 20 2026
    7 mins
  • The Four Elements Of The Soul

    The Four Elements Of The Soul
    Oct 20 2026
    23 mins
  • Kabbalistic Psychology of the Hebrew Calendar

    Kabbalistic Psychology of the Hebrew Calendar
    Oct 20 2026
    23 mins
  • The Four Elements of the Soul

    The Four Elements of the Soul
    Oct 20 2026
    23 mins
  • 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

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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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


    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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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