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I was honored to be the featured guest for the lovely community called StarLove. It's an invite-only service where people can connect all over the world for Jewish events and friends. Here's my Shabbat message where I explain the lovely "Shabbat sigh" that my lovely neighbors taught me decades ago!

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Here's the reel

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1/ Gordon Haberman is an incredible man who has gone through what nobody should ever have to experience: needing to bury his daughter. Even worse, having no body to bury because of the inferno that was 9/11.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

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Wow! Let me tell you how cool this is... I grew up in a house where all over the walls you'll see close-up photos of people. Faces. Expressions. So the obvious question I would be asked, are these my relatives? The answer surprises people. No.

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

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1/ With the 25th anniversary of 9/11 fast approaching, I knew it was high time to bring everyone back together into the same room, to learn and remember what the community actually consists of. Survivors and First Responders. Those are likely what you first think of. youtu.be/voJnvBalMe4

"Chosen Links by Boaz" - Ep 19 9/11: Remembrance and Resilience, 25 Years Later (Part 1)

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1/ It's fascinating how tiny and vast the world can be at the same time. One day I might be watching The Office on TV; the next day, one of those actors is in my friend's living room. One day I'm following Hillel Fuld on social media; the next day, he's fanboying over people I'm introducing him to.

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6/ The 24 people started similarly, but I asked a question about the strengthening or losing of one's faith since 9/11, and as you can imagine, it led to an emotionally fascinating conversation. And the last 90 minutes CANNOT be missed; it is absolutely riveting. youtu.be/P8mUNSJ8Jos?...

"Chosen Links by Boaz" - Ep 19 9/11: Remembrance and Resilience, 25 Years Later (Part Two)

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Hell yeah. No AI. No filters. Just nature being awesome.

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1/ One of my favorite things about gathering people for my show, are the hundreds of friendships that have developed with people all over the world.

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1/ If episode one was the brain of this two-part 9/11 series, episode two is the heart. Both are crucial to watch, and each is vital to help ensure you and your children never forget. youtu.be/P8mUNSJ8Jos?...

"Chosen Links by Boaz" - Ep 19 9/11: Remembrance and Resilience, 25 Years Later (Part Two)

1/ One of my favorite things about gathering people for my show, are the hundreds of friendships that have developed with people all over the world.

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Hell yeah. No AI. No filters. Just nature being awesome.

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"Chosen Links by Boaz" - Ep 19 9/11: Remembrance and Resilience, 25 Years Later (Part Two)

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

"Chosen Links by Boaz" - Ep 19 9/11: Remembrance and Resilience, 25 Years Later (Part 1)

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Let's do the time warp again!!!! Follow the bouncing ball 🏀 if you can... Noah Del Monte was single and on Jewish Matchmaking on Netflix. Then we did a reunion episode together, filmed it last October. During it, he told us OFF THE RECORD DON'T LET ANYONE SEE THIS that he was about to propose!

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Telling people you are LGBTQ is certainly easier now than decades ago, but make no mistake, it's still a terrifying ordeal for many. Evan Carmusin had only come out to his close family and friends.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

1/3 @netflix.com might never give us a Season 2, but boy was it FUUUUUN getting to film this reunion with Aleeza Ben Shalom and most of the Jewish Matchmaking cast and crew! youtu.be/ijwnu6gaZq8

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Did you know we almost had a Republican/Democrat presidential ticket? Not that long ago! You've seen me host, but you haven't heard me let loose. I finish off the poker episode with my fears about both political parties + more. #politicallyhomeless #crosspartyticket @jewishjournal.bsky.social

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I love the pragmatic but yet optimistic view of the brilliant MIT/Harvard poker/blackjack pro Andy Bloch.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

When he's not trying to win those poker hands, Eric Mizrachi just wants some good old fashioned peace and love. #poker #peaceandlove

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

An extremely transparent look into the mind of a parent in Israel.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Most of Sunday and Wednesday were spent with the incredibly important 9/11 community. All of today was spent working at the hospital, while fasting. Before I can allow myself to break my fast, I'm posting the messaging I recorded a few hours ago. #NeverForget #911Education #TishaBAv

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

(NO THIS IS NOT THE SAME POSTER - IT'S A NEW GROUP!) On Sunday I had the privilege to host 21 incredible people, and half of them stayed for a whopping 5 plus hours. Just a rare opportunity to be TOGETHER from different facets of the 9/11 community.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

1/ This year marks the 25th anniversary of September 11th. I am HONORED that the 9/11 community is trusting me to lead this massive conversation. We will discuss their loved ones, their traumas, and the innumerable efforts that so many of them work on tirelessly, to build a better tomorrow.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

The 3 Mizrachi brothers each participated in this conversation thanks to their big brother Robert. He looks out for each of them, has been extremely successful as a poker pro, and really amplifies the message of peace and love.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

1/ John Mayer called your body a wonderland. He wouldn't know what to call mine. Adi and many others have always been baffled by my body's nonsensical metabolism: Alcohol: The only times I've gotten drunk, it took 11 drinks of alternating alcohol, always ending in TEQUILA. No hangover.

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Plenty has changed in the months since this was recorded with the brilliant Daniel Negreanu. Yet it all still rings true. Thanks for being such a huge part of this conversation, Daniel Negreanu!

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

A year ago I connected with @abbybrodyedu.bsky.social, since she would make a great guest to discuss her parenting innovations. More recently, Abby created a community called Found a Tribe, and I joined an event this week in Los Angeles, and it felt comfortable, safe, and warm.

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

To describe Melanie Weisner as eloquent is a total understatement. It was a pleasure having her on explaining how no matter when and where we Jews look and act, no later how we try to fit in or isolate ourselves, we will be blamed and hated for existing.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

I was flattered when a young director named Wes Clark reached out to interview me for @thefilternews.bsky.social. He has created a non partisan news site, and saw that my show is highly non or bipartisan. Here's me being interviewed, rather than being the host for a change. ❤️ youtu.be/ixyjKF_nRTU

Life as a Jew, COVID, and Finding Common Ground – Boaz Hepner

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Ari Engel comes from a religious Jewish background, and couldn't know how he might be treated entering the poker world, but thankfully has had very positive experiences over the years. #poker

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

1/ Thank you for the birthday messages yesterday! Some people do fundraisers on their birthday; I have only one ask, and it's easy.

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

1/ -I reported the hackers so many times. -I asked so many people for ideas. -I asked if anyone knew employees at X.

Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Don't let yourself get baited by people deliberately trying to enrage you. Fabulous advice given by my buddy Albert Destrade. He recommends it in life with political arguments. And he recommends it as a poker player to avoid going on tilt. #goodadvice #pokertilt @jewishjournal.bsky.social

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

I know this isn't always the case, so it's good to see some families appreciate the talent of their children, even if poker is seen as a nontraditional career. #poker

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

It's a perfectly reasonable question. Why AREN'T there more women playing poker? Professional player Melanie Weisner and Hall of Famer Daniel Negreanu take us through their thoughts. #poker

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Boaz Hepner @boazhepner.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

How do families feel about these pros playing poker for a living? Mike Matusow and Ronnie Bardah spill their thoughts.