The Galina Rivina Podcastina

Episode 46: Ben Lesser, Holocaust Survivor's Story

In this episode, I’m joined by Holocaust survivor, author, and motivational speaker Ben Lesser. Originally from Kraków, Poland, Ben and his family endured unthinkable violence at the hands of Nazi soldiers following the German invasion.

Ben speaks earnestly about his journey, which includes being uprooted from his home, separated from his family, weeks spent in a cattle car, a seven-week death march, and time in four concentration camps — Auschwitz-Birkenau, Durnhau, Buchenwald, and Dachau.

To learn more, please visit https://www.zachorfoundation.org/ where you can purchase Ben’s book, “Living A Life That Matters.” The site also includes additional resources, including where you can donate to the Zachor Holocaust Remembrance Foundation and help Ben in his mission to keep the memory of the Holocaust alive.

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Guest: Ben Lesser - @zachor18 
Host: Galina Rivina - @thumbgalina

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Episode 45: Danny Jolles, Never Too High or Low

Ready for a fun and enlightening conversation? I'm joined this week by comedian and actor Danny Jolles. Our discussion includes learning new skills, life philosophies, tennis vs. pickleball, taking care of our bodies, the problem with sports bars, and much more. Plus, we get to the bottom of how Danny really feels about magicians.

To learn more about Danny, watch his specials, and catch him on tour, please visit his IG @dannyjolles.

For more on your host, Galina Rivina, you can find me on IG  @thumbgalina.

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Episode 45: JT Parr's Campaign for City Counsel

I'm joined by comedian and future city counsel member JT Parr. We chat motivations behind running for Burbank City Council, the impact of fatherhood on his life and campaign, going door-to-door to connect with the community, his vision for housing and other key issues facing Burbank, and much more.

You can support his campaign by visiting https://www.parrforburbank.com/

To learn more, follow JT at jtparr14 on IG

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Episode 44: Amy Silverberg, Two Little Dogs

This week, I'm joined by comedian and writer Amy Silverberg. Amy is a touring comedian, published author, creative writing professor, and human weiner dog. We chat about family planning, dating, cancelations, our upbringings, and much more.

You can learn more about Amy by visiting amysilverberg.com or by following her @amysilverberg on IG.

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Episode 43: Jerron Horton, Movement vs. Progress

In this episode, I’m joined by comedian and writer Jerron Horton.  He shares some jaw-dropping stories, we discuss the challenges of work/life balance, roast joke etiquette he picked up while working the Tom Brady Roast, and much more.

Jerron has several projects in the pipeline, including the upcoming show “Forever” coming to Netflix in 2025. His instagram and tiktok handle is ajokewriter.

For more on your host, I’m on IG at thumbgalina.

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Episode 42: Andy Rider, Balancing Comedy & Marriage

I'm joined by comedian Andy Rider this week. Andy recently released his first comedy album titled, "The Get Together." Our chat is very comedy-heavy, including a glance at what it's like for him to balance prioritizing his marriage, finding discipline in the writing process, the starving artist lifestyle, and more.

To learn more about Andy, find him on Instagram at andyrideragain. His album is available now at burnthisrecords.bandcamp.com

For more about your host, I'm on Instagram at thumbgalina. You can support the show by subscribing, commenting, and sharing

Episode 41: Ibbie Aromolaran, Situationships Be Gone

I'm joined by licensed mental health therapist and relationship coach Ibbie Aromolaran. Ibbie specializes in bringing awareness around the parts of us that may be hindering our dating lives. We talk about identifying situationships, getting out of them, changing our environment, the internet's impact on dating, and much more.

For more on Ibbie's work, visit auroraloverelationships.com, and find her on socials at sickofsituationship

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Episode 40: Valerie Rubin, Breaking Bad Dating Habits

In this episode, I'm joined by Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT) and Anxiety Mindset Coach Valerie Rubin. We chat about anxious attachment styles, getting over a breakup, hypnosis, the subconscious mind, dating tips, and much more.

To find Valerie's additional work, including the meditations mentioned in this episode, please visit valrubin.com or find her on IG at healwithval.

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Episode 39: Michael Lenoci, Unofficial Dating Coach

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Michael Lenoci for a fun and light-hearted conversation about looking for love. We cover topics including date do's and don'ts, apps, age, expectations, and much more.

For more about Michael, including upcoming tour dates, you can find him ‪@MichaelLenociComedy‬ or visit his website michaellenoci.com.

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Episode 38: Ian Edwards Manifested this Episode

This week I'm joined by my friend, comedian & writer Ian Edwards. We discuss spirituality, what we might do in an apocalypse, the merits of food safety, bad date ideas, and much more. Ian has a long list of credits including comedy specials on Netflix and Comedy Central. Follow him to learn more @ ianedwardscomic

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