Tribe and Tribulations With Julia Makowsky

Beyond the Recipes: Danielle Renov on Faith, Identity and Connection.

When you think of Danielle Renov, you probably think of recipes, food, and the vibrant chaos of raising a family in Israel. But this conversation goes so much deeper. In

9/11 Took Her Sister. 25 Years Later, She’s Keeping Nancy’s Story Alive.

Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, 2001, Tzivi Itzkowitz lost her sister Nancy. But this episode isn’t about how Nancy died. It’s about how she lived. Nancy was a

Finding Hashem Everywhere: Faigy Blumstein on Purpose, Gratitude & the Thank You Hashem Movement

What happens when you realize that the most important work you're meant to do isn't in a classroom, a shul, or a Shabbaton—but in the quiet moments of your everyday life?

From Loss to Legacy, How Abbey Wolin Became the Adult She Always Needed.

What happens when the life you thought you were going to have disappears overnight? In this deeply personal conversation, Abbey Wolin—founder of AW Media and creator of T

The WhatsApp Loophole: How Eli Weber Built a Media Empire—and Bridged Two Jewish Worlds

How do you build one of the biggest media brands in the Chasidish world without ever relying on traditional social media? In this episode, Julia sits down with Eli Weber,

The Courage to Call: Supporting Jewish Women Through Unplanned Pregnancies

In this deeply important and rarely discussed episode, Julia sits down with Erica Pelman, founder of Shifra, the only American-based organization dedicated to supporting

More Than a Rebrand: The Courage to Evolve

In this episode of Tribe & Tribulations, Julia sits down with Adina Moss for a thoughtful conversation about growth, identity, and embracing new seasons of life. Adina sh

Being Yourself, Loudly: Max Cohen (aka MurrayHill boy) on Identity, Comedy & Belonging.

This week on Tribe & Tribulations, Julia sits down with Max Cohen, better known as Murray Hillboy, for an honest conversation about identity, belonging, comedy, and the c

Getting Over Yourself: The Brutal Truth About Starting Over again.

In this unfiltered, and deeply honest episode, Julia sits down with Zoli Honig and Chava Feigen for a conversation that refuses to play by the rules. From second marriage

The Beauty of Choosing Each Other: How Our Differences Make Our Bond Stronger.

In this deeply personal episode, I'm joined by my sister, Lauren, for an honest conversation about what it means to come from the same home but grow into two very differe

Beyond the Box: Tuition, Technology, and the Future of Jewish Education

In this essential and deeply needed episode, Julia tackles one of the most talked about yet rarely addressed topics in the Orthodox community: the Jewish day school syste

Is Astrology Kosher? The Truth About Stars, Destiny, and Free Will in Judaism

In this fascinating and eye-opening episode, Julia welcomes Yitzhak Pinkesz, Author of Kosher Astrology, for an conversation that tackles one of the most controversial to

No Filter Needed: Honest Conversations About Beauty, Aging, and Authenticity

In this episode Julia sits down with two beauty experts to tackle a topic that's often dismissed as superficial but is actually deeply personal: beauty, both internal and

Divorce Decoded: What They Don't Tell You About Religious Courts, Prenups, and Your Rights

In this essential and eye-opening episode, Julia tackles one of the most taboo yet critical topics in the Orthodox community: divorce. Whether navigating secular courts o

Building Legacy Over Likes: Authenticity, Ambition, and Jewish Identity Online

In this refreshing and honest episode, Julia welcomes two young men Gabe Einhorn and Caleb Pollan who are doing something many in the modern Orthodox community still find

Breaking Barriers On and Off The Court: Faith, Competition, and Community

In this dynamic episode, Julia brings together two elite basketball coaches from different worlds to explore what it takes to develop young athletes in both secular and J

Breaking the Silence: An Honest Talk About Mikvah, Marriage, and Meaning

Breaking the Silence: An Honest Talk About Mikvah, Marriage, and Meaning In this deeply personal and groundbreaking episode, Julia sits down with Mrs. Rifki Freundlich, a