Rise & Shine with Adrienne Gold Davis

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Open your eyes. Center your soul. Refresh your mind. Start your mornings feeling nurtured and enlightened with Adrienne Gold Davis. Her universal lessons steeped in Jewish values will give you just the boost you need.

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181 episodes

Living in Your Skin

What would it feel like to regard our bodies – no matter how young or old – as the height of beauty?

10m
Mar 13
The Mitzvah of Hospitality

What is it about Jews and food?”

8m
Mar 06
Who Have I Hurt?

It’s natural to process our own pain – but what do we do when we’ve hurt someone else?

9m
Feb 28
Blessings All Around

How can we cultivate blessings in everyday life?

8m
Feb 21
A Season for Everything

What can our matriarchs teach us about pain and perseverance?

9m
Feb 14
Broken But Whole

What can the story of Israel teach us about raising resilient children?

10m
Feb 07
Acts of Defiance

What happens when your own beliefs conflict with your closest loved ones?  

11m
Jan 31
Light in the Darkness

We hear the same story every year – so, what else is there to learn from the moment Moses and the Israelites crossed the Red Sea?  

9m
Jan 24
People Pleasers, Unite!

How’s your relationship with criticism? Adrienne thought hers was healthy – until an unexpected wakeup call. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Dec 20, 2023
The Small Voice Inside

When our children mess up, taking a pause can make a life-changing difference. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

8m
Dec 13, 2023
Chanukah, Redefined

The annual Christmas vs. Chanukah comparison is upon us again – so, how can we approach it through a fresh lens?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

10m
Dec 06, 2023
Blaming Our Mothers

Adrienne investigates what it means to be a mother – in Jewish wisdom, and in our modern world.   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Nov 29, 2023
The Age of Wisdom

Our sages celebrated the beauty of aging. How can we put their wisdom into practice in our youth-obsessed world?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

10m
Nov 22, 2023
One Step at a Time

We all know the feeling: we get so excited about a new resolution that we take on too much, too quickly. How do we fight the fervor and take it one step at a time?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

8m
Nov 15, 2023
Humility in the Age of Big Egos

We need to take up more space, “lean in,” and make our voices heard – but how do we make space for others, too?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Nov 08, 2023
To Be or Not To Be

There is a moment in every person’s day where a burst of clarity reminds us that we are here for a reason — and only for a season.   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

10m
Nov 01, 2023
Shabbat: A Day to Create Yourself

*This podcast was recorded before the war in Israel started, but recent events have made it more important and relevant to our global Jewish identity. “Shabbat is not some magic wand that's going to wave away all of the struggles of life – but it brings with it a cohesiveness that holds everything together in the most magnificent fashion.” Warren Goldstein, Chief Rabbi of South Africa, joins Adrienne to discuss the unifying Jewish act of Shabbat and how each of us can find beauty and deeper meaning in stillness.    

35m
Oct 27, 2023
Season 19 coming October 25th!

Season 19 of Rise & Shine is set to premiere on October 25th, but before that, we’re diving deep into the vault! Adrienne will be treating us to some of her absolute favorite episodes from our podcast’s history, and trust us; you won’t want to miss these gems 💎!

26s
Sep 12, 2023
The Beauty of Aging

“My flame is as strong and bright as ever, even if my knees are not what they once were and I have to go to the bathroom every ten minutes.” The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

8m
Aug 23, 2023
The Spiritual Alarm Clock

What can we do to make this year’s lead-up to the High Holidays extra meaningful?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Aug 16, 2023
Being an Influencer

With so many external voices vying for space in our heads, how can we become our own influencer?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Aug 09, 2023
A Lock on the Door

How can we build romantic time – or even just quality time! – into the never-ending demands of parenting?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Aug 02, 2023
Tisha b’Av in the Twenty-First Century

How can we relate to the loss of the ancient temple when we never knew it in the first place?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Jul 26, 2023
Do You Love Me? Do I Love You?

What do Tevye, Ben Franklin, and Netflix have in common?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org  

9m
Jul 19, 2023
Criticism with Love

Criticism should be kept to ourselves – except, according to Jewish wisdom, in a few very specific instances.   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org   For more inspiration, visit momentumunlimited.org http://momentumunlimited.org  

10m
Jul 12, 2023
Finding Humanity at the Mall

We lead busy lives full of responsibilities to so many family members, friends, and colleagues. So, why go the extra mile for a complete stranger?   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org  

12m
Jul 05, 2023
COMING JULY 5TH: Adrienne Gold Davis is back!

A new season of Adrienne Gold Davis’ chart-topping Momentum podcast, Rise & Shine, is launching on Wednesday, July 5. Adrienne’s wisdom and wit are always a joy to listen to, and this season is super special: Season 18 – and, true to the number (chai!), is filled with so much life-affirming inspiration.  Subscribe to Rise & Shine wherever you get your podcasts, and never miss an episode. https://momentumunlimited.org/blog/series/podcast/rise-and-shine/

47s
Jul 03, 2023
Rethinking Intimacy

How might Jewish wisdom help us update our opinions on sex and intimacy? On the newest episode of Rise and Shine, Adrienne Gold Davis takes away the taboo to explore this complex topic – merging modern insights with timeless Jewish wisdom. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

12m
Jun 21, 2023
The Send Off

Letters, trunks, teddy bears, and tears – Summer camp isn’t just an investment in our child’s summer. It is an investment in who they become while they are away.   The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Jun 14, 2023
The Divine in the Day to Day

Those seeking the spiritual often go far (physically and figuratively!) for answers – but it can be so much closer than we think. The “Rise & Shine” podcast series has been made possible by the Zitelman Family Foundation’s generosity. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

9m
Jun 07, 2023