R’ Zalmen Schmukler — I’m Not Alone

R’ Zalmen Schmukler — I’m Not Alone

From Inside ArtScroll Podcast by Artscroll Studios

February 9, 2026 · 27 min · Episode 49

About this episode

Rabbi Shlomo Landau interviews Rabbi Zalmen Schmukler about his mother's life and the themes of her story as explored in the book 'I’m Not Alone'.

In this moving episode of Inside ArtScroll, Rabbi Shlomo Landau sits down with Rabbi Zalmen Schmukler to explore I’m Not Alone, the newly released work by Riva Pomerantz. The conversation centers on the life and inner world of Rabbi Schmukler’s mother, Cyla — a woman whose quiet strength, faith, and resilience left a lasting imprint on her family and all who knew her. Through a son’s perspective, listeners gain a deeply personal window into the story behind the book and the values it seeks to preserve. As Rabbi Schmukler reflects on his mother’s journey, the discussion touches on themes of emunah, perseverance, and the often-unseen heroism of everyday Jewish life. I’m Not Alone emerges not only as a tribute to one remarkable woman, but as a source of chizuk for anyone seeking connection, meaning, and the reassurance that even in life’s most challenging moments, we are never truly alone. 📖 Order your copy today at ArtScroll.com: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/ALONEH.html#artscroll #newbook #newrelease #newbooks #inspiration

People in this episode

Host: Rabbi Shlomo Landau

Guest: Rabbi Zalmen Schmukler

Topics covered

  • family
  • faith
  • resilience
  • Jewish life
  • personal story
  • emunah
  • perseverance

Keywords

  • Rabbi Zalmen Schmukler
  • Cyla
  • I’m Not Alone
  • Riva Pomerantz
  • faith
  • resilience
  • Jewish life
  • emunah
  • perseverance

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Books & works: I’m Not Alone

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