

BrainStorm with Sony Perlman
Sony Perlman
Sony Perlman LMSW has had a plethora of experiences in the mental health arena specializing in addiction. Sony has developed a philosophy on how he thinks, we as a community can change the world for the better. He is passionate about talking to other people that have done great things in the world. Follow along as he exchanges these ideas with thought leaders and other people that he finds fascinating, as they BRAINSTORM ways to make the world a better place.
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Sep 13, 2025 • 1h 60min
Devoting His Life To Helping | With Eli Erenthal
Send a textEli Erenthal is the Director of Operations at Our Village, a sober living community dedicated to healing and growth. He’s a communicator, educator, and advocate for addiction recovery, known for holding space with empathy and helping people rediscover hope and purpose.https://www.instagram.com/elierenthal?igsh=bGYxNnlzMWphZzJ1EliErenthal@ourvillageny.org For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Aug 30, 2025 • 2h 1min
The Psychology Behind Magic | With Ilan Smith
Send a textIlan Smith is a world-class illusionist, mentalist, and speaker who has captivated audiences around the world, across stages, screens, and boardrooms. Specializing in both stage and close-up performances, Ilan blends comedy, powerful illusions, mind reading, and influence effects with inspirational storytelling. His unique style has earned him countless appearances on television and radio, including multiple spot-on predictions of the FIFA Soccer World Cup results, as well as performances for Fortune 500 companies and international audiences.Beyond entertainment, Ilan is a sought-after speaker who uses magic as a tool to unlock creativity, motivation, and personal growth. His signature talks, The Illusion of Motivation and Fall in Love with the Problem, combine live demonstrations with transformative insights—leaving participants inspired and equipped with new ways of thinking. Whether on stage or in the boardroom, Ilan’s work is defined by wonder, laughter, and lasting impact.For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Aug 27, 2025 • 1h 16min
Addiction Treatment In The Jewish Community | With Marlon Freidman
Send a textMarlon Friedman is a native New Yorker with a passion to help those who are struggling with Substance use and mental health disorders. Mr. Friedman prides himself as a soldier of God and he and his wife are a team of help serving the homeless, food and clothing donations and of course, my primary position of assisting those in need of treatment. In his prior life, Mr. Friedman was in the food industry ( The bagel business ) for many years before entering the behavioral health space, but has always had a passion for helping those in need.For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Aug 17, 2025 • 1h 55min
Is It Even Possible To Move To Israel? | With Zak Lenik
Send a textZak, founder of David’s Harp Realty, helps people from around the world find their place in Israel—specializing in real estate and in-depth community research. He travels extensively across the country, learning the character and culture of each area so he can guide buyers not just to the right home, but to the right communityhttps://www.instagram.com/zak_in_israel?igsh=YTU0MWRlbW5iMGMx&utm_source=qrhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/02lUWVAimX5L4NQPK5Yg7x?si=UPpFuKruQv6-DkfiN5C3owhttps://youtube.com/@dhrpod?feature=shared For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Aug 10, 2025 • 1h 31min
The New Age Of Jewish Music | With Gavriel Reichmann
Send a textGavriel, aka EKEV, is a singer, songwriter, and producer. He’s written and produced for some of the most well-known artists in including Mordechai Shapiro, Zusha, and many others.His work blends soulful songwriting with modern sound. He’s been invited to perform in various communities around the world, bringing his music to diverse audiences in a personal, meaningful way. Follow along on Instagram: @therealgavrielFollow along on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/5xVi3qDCQZgPRvDUMJOc1Y?si=og0mpV_eTX-cHwCgiVx88A For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Aug 3, 2025 • 2h 23min
America's Rabbi | With Rabbi Shais Taub
Send a textRabbi Shais Taub is a rabbi, teacher, and author who specializes in translating the depth of Chassidus into everyday language. He founded SoulWords, a platform that reaches millions of people each month across various online platforms. Rabbi Taub gives classes locally at Chabad of the Five Towns and recently opened a physical location for SoulWords in Queens, near the Rebbe’s Ohel. He lives in the Five Towns, NY, with his family and continues to inspire a global audience through his teachings, writing, and speaking.https://www.charidy.com/rsthttps://www.instagram.com/rabbi_shais_taub?igsh=OXRidG91ZHczcXRlhttps://www.soulwords.org/For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Jul 27, 2025 • 2h 55min
Parenting With A TWiST | With Avi Fishoff
Send a textAvi Fishoff is a Jewish educator and crisis guide who founded Home SWEEEET Home (2003‑14) and went on to develop the “Twisted Parenting” (TP) approach. Avi personally coaches hundreds of parents from around the world dealing with youth grappling with addiction, mental‑health challenges and religious disconnection, all while insisting full involvement of the family’s rabbi so his guidance remains rooted firmly in halachah.All services to parents are free of charge.He also disseminates Torah‑based chinuch philosophy in the two‑volume 'Raising Royalty series" an encyclopedic collection of divrei Torah, stories and practical lessons for parents and educators.Blending wisdom and deep empathy, Torah fidelity and round‑the‑clock availability, Avi has become a pioneering voice in Orthodox communities throughout the world, helping fractured families reconnect and heal.Avi's Links:https://wa.me/+718-902-6666https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCzOhC5LMVPrcA71f2wNts5A/videoshttps://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=4bxgqmcsl2np&utm_content=si7b5gwhttp://www.TWiSTEDparenting.lifeFor more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Jul 20, 2025 • 2h 16min
Finding G-d And Building Community | With Bernie Bernfeld
Send a textYosef Chaim (Bernie) Bernfeld is a successful businessman and a good friend of Sony. He shares his experience finding his own connection with god, and helping build community.For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Jul 13, 2025 • 2h 17min
The Improv Therapist | With Juda Alcabes
Send a textJuda Alcabes has masterfully blended the worlds of therapy and improv, creating a unique synergy that combines the clinical with the comical. As a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, he specializes in addiction and trauma. Juda is also an accomplished comedian, improviser, and musician. His improv classes and workshops enhances spontaneity, adaptability, and communication skills. You can find him at theimprovtherapist.comFor more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

Jul 6, 2025 • 1h 42min
Master Educator Shares His Method | With Richard Altabe
Send a textRichard Altabe serves as principal and executive vice president for institutional advancement at the Hebrew Academy of Long Beach, roles he has held since 2016, and as an adjunct professor at Touro College since 2021. With over 35 years in K-12 education, he previously served as headmaster at Shaare Torah, director of Limudei Chol at the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools, and executive director of TOVA Mentoring. His earlier roles include principal at Magen David Yeshivah, dean of secular studies at Yeshiva Darchei Torah, and founding director of Simcha Day Camp. Mr. Altabe has contributed articles on education to Hamechanech and Jewish Observer and has been active in leadership roles within Jewish educational and community organizations, including founding the Far Rockaway Jewish Alliance and serving as vice president of CAHAL for 30 years.Mr. Altabe holds a BS in biology from NYU, an MS in education and an advanced certificate in educational administration from Brooklyn College, completed the Summer Principal Program at Harvard, and is a certified school district administrator in New York State. Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Jewish Community Council of the Rockaway Peninsula, he takes pride in developing special education and afterschool programs, attributing his success to his passion for education and dedication to student support. Looking ahead, he plans to focus on consulting to advise schools on system-wide instructional best practices.For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony


