Episode 16 of Real Talk with Miriam and Chaya is a conversation with DJ Kraz about music, joy,faith, family, fatherhood, and building a creative career without losing the values that keep yougrounded.DJ Kraz shares how music became part of his life from an early age, the mentors and artists whoshaped him, and how he helped bring an EDM-inspired energy into Jewish music. He opens up about amajor-label opportunity that forced him to think about the kind of artist and person he wanted tobecome, the last-minute show that became a turning point in his career, and the powerful messageshe has received from listeners who connected with his music during difficult moments.The conversation also gets practical. He explains why aspiring artists need to show their work, sharethe process, get personal, and create content consistently instead of waiting to be discovered.Through it all, the theme stays the same: be genuine, stay connected to what matters, and use yourgift to bring more energy, positivity, and meaning into the world.Listen for: music and identity, staying grounded in entertainment, fatherhood and values, careerturning points, creative confidence, social media for artists, and the lasting impact of authentic work

Rachel and Danny, the couple behind That Jewish Family, join Real Talk for an honest conversation about sharing Jewish life online.

They discuss the responsibility of representing their community, responding to hurtful comments with warmth, and deciding what to share while protecting their marriage and children.

They also open up about the early financial struggles behind their channel, the role of faith in difficult moments, and why authentic connection matters more than a perfect image.

Some conversations stay with you long after the cameras stop rolling, and this was one of them.

In Part 2 of Real Talk with Miriam, Miriam continues her conversation with Rachel Ostroy mom of three, founder of Pink Label, Jewish advocate, and ZAKA ambassador.

They go even deeper into motherhood, faith, family, and what it means to keep showing up when life changes you in ways you never expected.

Rachel shares more about how October 7 shifted something inside her, why she felt she could no longer stay quiet, and what it has meant to use her voice for the Jewish community and stand alongside ZAKA.

They also talk about the things so many of us are trying to figure out in our own homes — raising children in a world filled with screens, being truly present, choosing kindness even when it’s hard, holding onto faith, and thinking about the legacy we’re creating for our children.
There are emotional moments, honest ones, and so much to take away from this conversation.

This is Part 2.

If something Rachel shares stays with you, send this episode to someone who might need to hear it too.