Using their voices. Making a difference. Jon sits down with Letizia Kaya and Abby Badalov of Great Neck JSU — the teen leaders behind the Stand Proud Stand Jewish podcast. When antisemitism started rising, they didn’t just talk about it — they did something about it. Their podcast became a platform to educate, inspire, and empower others to speak out and stand strong in their Jewish identity. 💬 “Silence isn’t an option. If we have a voice, we’re going to use it.” These leaders remind us a...
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Using their voices. Making a difference. Jon sits down with Letizia Kaya and Abby Badalov of Great Neck JSU — the teen leaders behind the Stand Proud Stand Jewish podcast. When antisemitism started rising, they didn’t just talk about it — they did something about it. Their podcast became a platform to educate, inspire, and empower others to speak out and stand strong in their Jewish identity. 💬 “Silence isn’t an option. If we have a voice, we’re going to use it.” These leaders remind us a...
Melinda Strauss, Israel Advocate, Social Media Influencer, Chef, and Author!
The NCSY Pulse Podcast
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7 months ago
Melinda Strauss, Israel Advocate, Social Media Influencer, Chef, and Author!
In this inspiring episode of NCSY Pulse, Jon sits down with Melinda Strauss—Jewish influencer, Israel advocate, author, and chef! Melinda shares how her time in NCSY shaped her leadership style, teaching her the power of small acts of kindness and their lasting impact. From educating millions on Jewish life and values through social media to balancing motherhood, advocacy, and her upcoming cookbook, EAT JEWISH, Melinda dives deep into what it means to be a Jewish leader today. She discusses ...
The NCSY Pulse Podcast
Using their voices. Making a difference. Jon sits down with Letizia Kaya and Abby Badalov of Great Neck JSU — the teen leaders behind the Stand Proud Stand Jewish podcast. When antisemitism started rising, they didn’t just talk about it — they did something about it. Their podcast became a platform to educate, inspire, and empower others to speak out and stand strong in their Jewish identity. 💬 “Silence isn’t an option. If we have a voice, we’re going to use it.” These leaders remind us a...
