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The OCU Chronicle Podcast

The OCU Chronicle

A new online publication created by students, for students—your go-to source for bold student and young adult voices and opinion pieces, insights from Jewish founders and thought leaders, lifestyle content, and real talk about college life. theocuchronicle.substack.com

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25:43

Maya Vorobyov on Empowering the Next Generation of...

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2026/02/18

Maya Vorobyov grew up with a deep appreciation for Jewish identity and resilience. She grew up straddling between being secular and deeply Zionist, immersing in Israeli life yet aware of the fragility of Jewish freedom. Her early work producing IDF delegations abroad exposed her to the importance of strengthening ties between Israel and Jewish communities worldwide and ultimately shaped her path. Today, as Executive Director of TalkIsrael, Maya is empowering young creators to reshape how Israel is

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26:34

Shawna Wexler on Career, Resilience, and Celebrating...

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2025/12/02

Shawna Wexler opens up about breaking into Hollywood, navigating challenges and mentoring the next generation of entertainment professionals. With a 21-year career in the industry starting at CAA in the mailroom, Shawna has represented comedians crossing into television and film. After five years, Shawna earned her promotion to agent - one of the youngest to do so at the time. She later joined Brillstein Entertainment Partners, where she expanded her roster, produced shows, discovered new talent,

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19:24

Not A Billionaire's Ben Berkowitz On Telling Stories...

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2025/11/17

by Jordan LubowitzStories have always been at the heart of Ben Berkowitz’s life. As a kid, he would drag his twin brother Max to comic book stores and fill sketchbooks with superheroes born from his imagination. What began as a childhood passion grew into a vision shaped by lessons from his family’s small business and strengthened by his bond with Max. That vision became Not A Billionaire, the creative agency and production company the brothers co-founded and have spent the last two decades

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14:39

How Raina Penchansky Helped Define Today's Creator...

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2025/10/24

by Romy PeretzRaina Penchansky, co-founder and CEO of Digital Brand Architects, has spent the past fifteen years championing creators as the new voices of culture. “Anything that’s disruptive to the status quo is always going to get pushback,” she told us, reflecting on the early days of convincing brands to take influencers seriously. In this interview, Raina shares how she built DBA into the industry leader in influencer management, why authenticity and hard work are at the core of every creator’s

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15:16

Valeria Lipovetsky Is Still Figuring It Out

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2025/07/17

by Rachel PournazarianFrom filming YouTube videos with two little kids to becoming the founder of a media company with over 6.5 million followers, Valeria Lipovetsky’s story is one of self-growth and staying grounded, admits the whirlwind of social media.In this conversation, Valeria reflects on her upbringing as a Russian-born Jew, who was raised in Israel and how her identity evolved as she moved across continents—later settling in Miami.“In Israel, I didn’t really think too much about my Jewish

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20:19

Stories Are How We Survive: Zibby Owens On Being...

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2025/06/03

by Maia CukiermanAs an author, podcast host, and founder of Zibby Media, Zibby Owens’s multi-faceted approach to publishing gives her a unique insight—and invaluable perspective. Whether learning how to handle rejection in the literary world (insight shared from bestselling author of Tuesdays with Morrie’s Mitch Albom) or reimagining media for younger generations, she’s remaining committed to her storytelling roots. In this conversation, Owens shares what she’s learned from talking to over 2,000

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19:33

Jonah Platt on Courage, Clarity, And Showing Up

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2025/06/02

by Yasmeen OhebsionFrom Broadway stages to his podcast “Being Jewish with Jonah Platt,” Jonah Platt has spent much of his career using storytelling as a way of connecting with others. Recently, that instinct has taken on a new urgency. October 7 reshaped his priorities and deepened his commitment to Jewish advocacy.Known for his work as a writer, performer, and producer, Platt has recently stepped into the spotlight in a different way, using his platform to amplify Jewish voices and push back

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28:01

Congressman Dan Goldman On Free Speech And Student...

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2025/05/19

At a time when college campuses are grappling with the tension between free speech and the rise of hate-fueled rhetoric, the question of how to protect Jewish students has moved to the center of national debate. For Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10), the stakes are both political and personal. The Congressman has emerged as a prominent advocate for clearer policies, stronger protections, and greater accountability. In this interview with Columbia student Eden Yadegar, Goldman addresses the need for

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26:53

The Hard Truths Of Reporting While Jewish

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2025/05/13

In today’s media landscape, versatility isn’t optional—it’s essential. Just ask Jacki Karsh. With a passion for storytelling, the multimedia journalist has built a multi-dimensional career that bridges traditional reporting, legal analysis, and digital media. Her path—from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism to on-the-ground breaking news coverage—reflects her commitment to staying curious.Over the years, Karsh has earned six Emmy nominations for her work, built a strong presence

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36:15

Bearing Witness Through Experience

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2025/05/13

by Gabby OstroffFrom hosting a Shabbat dinner with the goal of bringing Jews together in New York post October 7th, 2023, Josh Kadden never would have imagined leaving his job in tech to spearhead the launch of the Nova Exhibit, one of the leading acts to preserve the memory of the Nova Festival. The exhibit quickly became a nationally recognized tribute to the victims of the Nova Festival on October 7th, and a powerful tool for education and healing.The Nova Exhibit, as Kadden puts it, “is a way

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19:17

Author Dara Horn On The Lies Smart People Believe

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2025/05/13

In this timely and deeply resonant conversation, Mandana Dayani sits down with acclaimed author Dara Horn to explore themes of identity, resilience, and remembrance. Horn, whose powerful article "People Love Dead Jews" sparked widespread reflection and later became the basis for her bestselling book of the same name, shares her perspective on how antisemitism manifests today—especially in the wake of October 7th. With clarity and conviction, she challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths, urging

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1:34

Uncovering The True Meaning Of Peace

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2025/05/12

Mandana Dayani and actress and activist Debra Messing sat down with Steve Leder, Senior Rabbi at Wilshire Boulevard Temple of Los Angeles, to understand the roots of prejudice, the resilience of the Jewish community, and how we can all join in on the fight to combat antisemitism.Rabbi Leder is an acclaimed author and thought leader, and has always led by example, facilitating conversations about faith, justice, and healing. Their conversation explores whether agreeing to disagree is enough, how to

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1:04

Waking Up And Fighting Like A Mensch

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2025/05/12

Mandana Dayani and actress and activist Debra Messing sat down with Steve Leder, Senior Rabbi at Wilshire Boulevard Temple of Los Angeles, to understand the roots of prejudice, the resilience of the Jewish community, and how we can all join in on the fight to combat antisemitism.Rabbi Leder is an acclaimed author and thought leader, and has always led by example, facilitating conversations about faith, justice, and healing. Their conversation explores whether agreeing to disagree is enough, how to

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19:01

From Newsroom to Newsfeed: How Mosheh Oinounou Is...

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2025/05/12

by Yasmeen OhebsionWith a background in political communication and security policy, Mosheh Oinounou, the former executive producer of CBS Evening News and the founder of Mo News, discusses how his career in mainstream media led to the creation of his fast growing news platform. What started as a social media project designed to provide reliable information to a close circle of family and friends during the early days of COVID rapidly grew into a trusted daily news source, now including a podcast

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18:05

Ari Ackerman, Miami Marlins Owner, Entrepreneur, And...

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2025/05/12

by Ben Sherman, Longhorn Students for Israel Co-FounderLong before Ari Ackerman began using his platform to reach millions online, he was shaped by a deeply personal legacy. His grandfather was one of the early architects of the modern State of Israel, and his mother’s home “felt like a Jewish catering hall” because of how often she hosted events. All of this instilled in him the belief that Judaism is more than just a religion, it’s a responsibility.In our interview, Ari speaks candidly about the

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