Episodes

April 19, 2024

374: Is Our Head in the Right Place? A Passover Insight

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael Friday on Jewish Money Matters, Yael takes the opportunity to provide an insight on Passover, by helping us look at the question: “Is Our Head in the Right Place?” Thanks to Rabbi Ari Shishler for this insight. The post 374: Is Our Head in the Right Place? A Passover Insight appeared first on Yael Trusch.
April 8, 2024

373: Way More than a Life Without Laundry, with Poplin CEO & Entrepreneur Mort Fertel

B”H If you like the sound of life without laundry, you will love today’s interview. It’s one of the best entrepreneurial stories I’ve heard so far. But it’s so much more than that. Today in Jewish Money Matters I’m in conversation with Mort Fertel, co-founder and CEO of Poplin, a nationwide peer-to-peer marketplace for laundry. The first and only nationwide laundry service company, Poplin is in 500 markets nationwide, 8,000 zip codes, 48 states solving a problem we all have – we spend too much ...
March 22, 2024

372: Ask Yael: Purim & Money FAQ’s, money frustrations & where to get non-chassidic financial advice

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael Friday on Jewish Money Matters, Yael answers the Purim FAQ’s related to fulfilling the mitzvot of Purim, some of which involve money, of course. Additionally a listener is struggling with a frustration with life insurance, money in general and is desperately seeking non-chassidic financial advice. Listen up to see what recommendations Yael has for her and for many struggling with the same financial frustrations. To join Yael’s weekly bitachon class for ladies go ...
March 10, 2024

371: More Money, Less Headache with Business Coach, Estie Starr

B”H Do you think in hundreds, thousands, tens of thousands? What might be the impact of that in your financial life? Business life? Today on Jewish Money Matters Podcast, I’m in conversation with Estie Starr. Estie is the Founder of Starr Business Solutions, a multinational business consultancy that’s focused on helping small business owners scale their businesses to make big profits. She believes very strongly that people can build professional and profitable businesses doing what they love, a...
Feb. 29, 2024

370: Ask Yael — Living, or Preparing to Live, Financially Smarter in Israel with Guest Expert Rifka Lebowitz

B”H Today’s Ask Yael invites Rifka Lebowitz, CFP founder of Living Financially Smarter in Israel, to the show to help answer audience questions about managing finances as an ole – a new immigrant in Israel. These are questions that the audience, some who are already living in Israel and some who are seriously considering the move, asked. Rivka specializes in helping English speakers live financially smarter in Israel. You can find Rifka Lebowitz, CFP at rifkalebowitz.com The post 370: Ask Yael ...
Feb. 26, 2024

369: Be Impactful and more with Rivky Itzkowitz, Founder of Impact Fashion

B”H Calling all budding entrepreneurs in the audience; those of you are just starting, or maybe thinking of starting your own venture. There’s so much to learn from today’s conversation. My guest today is fashion designer Rivky Itzkowitz. How did Rivky go from a girl who loved looking at designs on the runways and red carpets of the world to an entrepreneur. The shocking, unexpected realization she had as a wholesaler selling her designs to clothing stores catering to the modest Jewish consumer...
Feb. 16, 2024

368: Ask Yael — Actionable Plan To Boost Your Bitachon

B”H Doors to G-d Wants You To Be Rich are open now. Secure two extra bonus guest expert sessions with Serial Entrepreneur, Joyce Azria and with Financial Therapist Simi Mandelbaum when you enroll by Sunday, Feb. 18 @ midnight. yaeltrusch.com/rich Today Yael answers a question she receives repeatedly: “Yael, you talk about learning about bitachon a lot and starting with the intellect, but I find myself not sustaining the emotional state of bitachon in practice. Is there anything else that I can...
Feb. 12, 2024

367: A business and life of mazal with Rachie Shnay of the Mazel Collection

B”H Join Yael’s Free 5-Day Jewish Money Makeover Challenge. My guest today, Rachie Shnay, has all the good vibes. I just love this woman AND her jewelry designs. Rachie is the Founder of Rachie Shnay – a fine jewelry business which has gained a huge following globally through her signature Mazel Collection. Celebrities, influencers and thousands of women around the globe have joined what Rachie calls the Mazel Club. You may have seen Gal Gadot, Rachel Zoe, Amy Schumer, Julianna Margolies, Debra...
Feb. 8, 2024

366: Ask Yael — How to Make a Money Date Habit for your Business, Invest for a Wedding, & BTS on Yael’s Business Evolution

B”H Join Yael’s Free 5-Day Jewish Money Makeover Challenge starting 01.11.24 LIVE This week’s Ask Yael on Jewish Money Matters, Yael answers listeners who want to know: How to get into the habit of doing money dates for your personal and business finances? Invest for something in less than 7 years time? Are loans G-d’s way of connecting us with others? And what are the behind the scenes and evolution of Yael’s business? Join Yael in the Free 5-Day Jewish Money Makeover Challenge at yaeltr...
Feb. 4, 2024

365:  Ensuring financial security in our communities and for our soldiers’ families, before tragedy strikes with Life Share Co-Founder Ari Rosenstein

B”H Join Yael’s Free 5-Day Jewish Money Makeover Challenge Starting February 11. How many charity campaigns do you receive a year having to do with someone’s spouse passing away, leaving dependents in a financial bind? My guess is one too many! Today we’re talking about something we all can do to help every Jewish person in our community who might be financially vulnerable due to not having life insurance, or being under-insured. I’m in conversation with Co-Founder of Life Share, Ari Rosenstein...
Feb. 1, 2024

364: Ask Yael — How to achieve the same return as the stock market without having to stomach the roller coaster ride

B”H Join Yael’s Free 5-Day Jewish Money Makeover Challenge starting 01.11.24 LIVE This week’s Ask Yael on Jewish Money Matters: Yael shares the best mic to purchase if you want to start a podcast, as some in the audience do. Which U.S. Banks offer sub-savings accounts? And, a listener wants to know how to achieve the same return as the stock market without having to stomach the roller coaster ride? Join the Free 5-Day Jewish Money Makeover Challenge at yaeltrusch.com/challenge The post 364: ...
Jan. 28, 2024

363: Designing A Fulfilling Business & Life, with Brand Strategist Michelle Mozes

B”H From comic book artist to brand strategist, my guest today let go of dreams, let go of limiting beliefs, and is continuously letting go of smaller versions of herself, and reaching for a higher version. Also, in quite the unexpected way, she overcame a long battle with depression. My guest today broke the 6 figure mark in her business in only 7 months and takes us behind the scenes on that. She’s open about having to take a step back in her business even after she’d “made it,” her comeback,...
Jan. 26, 2024

362: Ask Yael: The Damsel in Distress Shtick & the Role of Husband and Wife

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael Friday on Jewish Money Matters, Yael Trusch talks about the “damsel in distress” role that even ambitious, driven women might be playing, and how it’s hurting them, their husbands and their marriage. She answers a listener who wants to know what should be the roles of a husband and wife who are faced with this challenge of a damsel in distress money narrative or just good old financial challenges. The post 362: Ask Yael: The Damsel in Distress Shtick & the Role ...
Jan. 22, 2024

361: Investing in Israeli Tech Now, with Toot Shani

B”H Would you like to invest in the Israeli tech sector but are not sure how? Or perhaps you’re wondering whether it’s too risky or whether you should wait till after the war? My guest says no, it’s not too risky. You don’t need to wait. And she has a solution for you. It’s called Tech Shield. Today I have the legendary Founder of Sarona Ventures, Toot Shani. We talk about her entrepreneurial journey. We talk about how she came into the role of Founding Manager of one of the most impactful Vent...
Jan. 19, 2024

360: Ask Yael — How does Yael manage a family and business? Plus, how to increase your prices?

B”H Join Yael’s G-d Wants You To Be Rich now until January 25 and enjoy $500 off and special bonus sessions when you use the code JANUARY at yaeltrusch.com/rich This week on Jewish Money Matters’ Ask Yael, Yael answers whether planning is contrary to bitachon? Also, how does Yael get organized (or not) to manage both her work and family? A listener started raising prices but not equitably for everyone, Yael helps out with that decision and encourages everyone to confidently raise their prices. ...
Dec. 24, 2023

359: Prioritizing Mental Health After Oct. 7 & Humanity POV with Dr. Azi Jankovic

B”H Mental Health is the topic of our interview today, something my guest feels is particularly relevant after the experiences of October 7th – whether you were in Israel or outside of Israel, the past almost three months have left a mark on us that my guest says we should not be taking lightly. Today I’m in conversation with Dr. Azi Jankovic. Azi is an American Israeli entrepreneur, educator, and advocate. After two decades of teaching and guiding youth in the formal education system, she mov...
Dec. 22, 2023

358: My views on two of the biggest names in personal finance

B”H On this Ask Yael episode of Jewish Money Matters, Yael answers: Listener receives an Amazon gift card. Does maaser need to be taken before spending the money? What are my views on Dave Ramsey and Ramit Seithi? “Access Consciousness” philosophy and Torah. Is there a common ground? To join Yael’s newsletter click here: yaeltrusch.com/newsletter. To join Yael’s weekly Developing Trust class for WOMEN click here: yaeltrusch.com/bitachon. The post 358: My views on two of the biggest names ...
Dec. 17, 2023

357: Destroying the Hamas’ Cryptocurrency Funding Network with Bezalel Eithan Raviv

B”H Crypto, Blockchain technology, Counter-terrorism, that’s the topic of today’s episode on Jewish Money Matters. I have Bezalel Eithan Raviv, CEO of Lionsgate Network talking about his collaboration with Israel’s Ministry of Defense, and his pivotal role in the Ministry’s freeze of millions of dollars in crypto wallets connected to Hamas. How did Bezalel enter the blockchain technology space? An unusual pivot in his life, which led him to his greatest moment yet – helping fight this war by be...
Nov. 10, 2023

356: Ask Yael — How do we create and price an offer people need? And how do we prepare for a banking crisis?

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael Friday on Jewish Money Matters, Yael answers: How do we prepare for a banking crisis? How do we balance pricing, creating an offer people need and being there for them? Does the number 11 have anything to do with teshuva? What are some Jewish Money Matters Podcast Episodes dedicated to the topic of Retirement? This episode is sponsored by Daily Aliyah, a new and practical book that will help you stayed inspired and connected to your Torah daily. Get your cop...
Oct. 27, 2023

355: Ask Yael: Does the IMF transact with individuals? Is this a financial scam, Yael?

B”H On today’s Ask Yael episode of Jewish Money Matters Podcast, Yael Trusch responds to someone suspecting a financial scam. Can the IMF (International Monetary Fund) be repaying a loan I made to someone? Tune in to see what this is all about. Additionally, a listener wants to know if they can use their maaser money to buy holy Torah books. Finally, a listener wants advice on getting back into work, engaging in marketing her business, as well as trying to educate the world through social media...
Oct. 25, 2023

Work & War: The Balancing Act, with Entrepreneur Joyce Azria

B”H Yael Trusch & Joyce Azria discuss the question among so many business owners at these trying times: How do I focus on growing my business when my world is upside down? And more importantly WHY? Why grow my business during these trying times? They discuss: The shame we might feel around trying to scale and grow our businesses The need to be authentic and gentle Running businesses that are in alignment with our core values The ultimate purpose of the business and the money it generates ...
Oct. 11, 2023

353: How can You Help & A Call to Action?

B”H This week we are hurting. The pain is indescribable. What can we do with this pain? What can we do to help our brothers and sisters in Eretz Israel? What can we do to help the world and end this darkness? In this episode, I will share with you my thoughts, encouragement and make a very strong and important call to action. I’m asking you to do one thing. It’s not going to be hard. I promise. I’ve made it really easy for you. Take a listen. This episode is sponsored by Daily Aliyah, a new and...
Oct. 8, 2023

352: Replay – Animate Your Dreams with Saul Blinkoff

B”H This Episode First Aired on Jewish Money Matters on January 16, 2023. This episode is sponsored by Daily Aliyah, a new and practical book that will help you stayed inspired and connected to your Torah daily. Get your copy at dailyaliyah.org. Saul Blinkoff, achieved his childhood dream to become a Disney animator through an insane amount of work. Except, that’s a simple way of putting it, because as you’ll soon hear, it’s not just an insane amount of work, it’s so much more… it’s an attitu...
Sept. 21, 2023

351: Ask Yael — Were there any wealthy women in the Torah?

B”H Today on Ask Yael’s episode of Jewish Money Matters Podcast, Yael answers: Were there any wealthy women in the Torah? How to say no to kids’ requests for things that we can’t afford? How to teach kids to value the things they have? The doors are open now to MAXIMIZE The Business Masterclass with Joyce Azria & Yael Trusch, a 6-month course and mastermind for values-driven, forward-thinking entrepreneurs who want to take their business to the next level, without compromising their values. A...