Opening Up: A conversation about the importance of resilience and grace in the face of difficulties with Sam Herreid

Host: Rabbi Binyamin Krauss

Ft: Sam Herreid

This week, we welcomed back our teachers and introduced the theme of the year, "Reaching Out." In alignment with this theme, we had the privilege of engaging with Sam Herreid, an individual of exceptional talents and fortitude. He shared his journey, encompassing significant challenges that he handles with remarkable strength and composure. Sam's experiences provided valuable insights for our teachers and all of us, reminding us of the importance of resilience and grace in the face of difficulties.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Opening Up Podcast
• (00:01:11) - Sam Herrod at our Service Program
• (00:02:04) - Sam Herrod Gets the Spotlight
• (00:02:25) - A single Ashkenazi rabbi's touching message
• (00:04:53) - Exploring Fairbanks, Alaska
• (00:08:20) - How to get a PhD in glaciology
• (00:12:52) - Marathoner Runs the Jerusalem Full Marathon
• (00:16:26) - Can You Play Drums and Piano At the Same Time?
• (00:19:37) - Can an Orthodox Jewish Runner Run a 100-Mile Ultra
• (00:25:32) - I Revealed My Huntington's Disease Diagnosis
• (00:30:51) - A message from Chesshbon Hanefesh
• (00:35:31) - How do you get to the top of a glacier?
• (00:37:00) - Climbing and Orthodox Judaism