CandiDate
Dating for marriage is a pivotal stage of life. Join YUConnects’ "CandiDate" twice a month in candid conversations, as our hosts navigate the Jewish dating scene with experts and influencers in the field. Whether you are currently dating, or know someone who is, this entertaining and educational podcast is the one for you.
- Update frequency
- every 16 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 99
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Devorah Kigel: Marrying a Mensch
Mrs. Devorah Kigel, dating and marriage coach & inspirational speaker, skillfully offers practical tips and profound wisdom to streamline the dating journey. Visit devorahkigel.com for more relevant …
Dating Through Loss
Zehava Graber shares her personal experience of dating with a terminally ill parent. She relays heartfelt and important pieces for daters, matchmakers, and community members to support people like he…
Dr. Shuli Sandler: Healthy Conflict
Dr. Shuli Sandler, a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, discusses the role of healthy conflict and resolution in laying the foundation of a strong, trusting, relationship. She offers practical …
Rabbi Tzvi Sytner: From HEAR to HEART
Rabbi Tzvi Sytner explores relationship dynamics, highlighting the importance of flexibility, compromise, empathy, and active listening for building strong connections. Transitioning from the H.E.A.R…
Rabbi Shurin: Learning from Baalei Teshuva
Discover Rabbi Yitzchak Shurin's insightful perspective on fostering strong relationships and marriages.
Hosted by Anna Krausz
Rabbi Beny Rofeh: Wise Words
Embark on a journey with Rabbi Beny Rofeh, MSW as he shares invaluable insights. Discover how to cultivate heartfelt connection and team building without an urge to change your partner. Learn the imp…
Dr. Chesky Gewirtz: We all have Anxiety
Rabbi Dr. Chesky Gewirtz, PsyD, delves into the nuances of natural anxiety, emphasizing the importance of embracing uncertainty and acknowledging the potential advantages anxiety brings.
Hosted by Rab…
Be the Right One: Rachel Burnham
Rachel Burnham, a seasoned dating coach of d8gr8.com reflects upon her extensive experiences with those whose dating journeys have taken a longer path. Among her several insights, she explains the di…
Sheindy Gross: Love Languages
Sheindy Gross, an educator for over 30 years and relationship coach of Head2Heart, applies a Torah perspective to Gary Chapman's 5 Love Languages. She offers practical steps for best understanding o…
Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. and Shana Yocheved Schacter: A Couple of Thoughts
... from a thoughtful couple. Listen to Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. & Shana Yocheved Schacter, a revered couple, as they draw upon their many professional and personal experiences.
Hosted by Rabbi Yoni Rabinov…
Rabbi Donny Frank: What is Character?
Rabbi Donny Frank, LMFT and Dating Coach, differentiates between values, character and personality, and explains which is key for a lasting marriage. He is the author of newly released “The Making of…
Rabbi Elan Segelman: Fertility Preservation
Rabbi Elan Segelman, Rabbinic Director of PUAH in America, educates us on scientific & halachic developments in the field of fertility preservation. He explains why both men and women should be infor…
Dr. Shoshannah Frydman: Red Flags
Shoshannah Frydman, PhD, LCSW identifies the true red flags in relationships as she highlights the signs that should not be ignored in a potential partner. Dr. Frydman is Executive Director of Shalom…
Rabbi Beni Krohn: Let it Grow
Rabbi Beni Krohn, LCSW relays the importance of keeping a relationship pressure-free. He offers sound advice for daters and parents. Rabbi Krohn is a Mashgiach Ruchani at RIETS and serves as Rabbi of…
Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky: Overthinking
Rabbi Danishefsky, LCSW explains how overthinking affects relationship development and shares positive decision-making guidelines. www.mindbodychicago.com
Hosted by Rabbi Yoni Rabinovitch
Dr. Naomi Rosenbach: Communal Approach. Dating Analytics, Part 3
Dr. Naomi Rosenbach analyzes the qualitative responses of single men and women from the DAAS study. She suggests practical changes to our communal approach.
Hosted by Anna Krausz
Rabbi Moshe Pogrow: Data Driven. Dating Analytics, Part 2
Rabbi Moshe Pogrow, founder of the NASI Project, speaks about approaches to increase match possibilities and educational programs to enhance success in relationships. Learn more about NASI programs a…
Jon Birger: Ready for Magic? Dating Analytics, Part 1
Business journalist and author of Date-onomics, Jon Birger, applies his research and techniques.
Hosted by Anna Krausz
Rav Reuven & Rabbanit Shani Taragin: Dating During Wartime
A time to mourn a time to dance. Rav Reuven and Rabbanit Shani Taragin share heartfelt and practical insights using a Torah lens for dating and building marriages during times of war.
Hosted by Anna K…
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs: A Parent's Role
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs, LSW explores helpful conversations parents may have with their children before and during the dating process.
Hosted by Rabbi Yoni Rabinovitch.