Orly Israel lost everything in the LA fires—but he gained something invaluable: a deeper understanding of the power of
community,
connection,
& conversation.
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Orly Israel lost everything in the LA fires—but he gained something invaluable: a deeper understanding of the power of
community,
connection,
& conversation.
Now, Orly speaks to schools, businesses, and organizations about the importance of community, the many ways to find support, and how meaningful conversations can change lives.
A Speaker Who Listens
Meet Orly
Orly Israel is a creator, producer, and motivational speaker dedicated to tackling the loneliness epidemic by helping people rediscover the power of conversation and connection. After losing everything in the LA fires, Orly Israel experienced firsthand the power of community. Through years of volunteering in prisons, crisis hotlines, and homeless shelters, he saw how many people feel unheard—even when surrounded by others.
Now, through The Listening Table and Warmlines.com, he helps thousands find support before reaching a crisis point. As a motivational speaker, he travels the country teaching schools, businesses, and organizations how listening, connection, and conversation can change lives.
Now, through The Listening Table and Warmlines.com, he helps thousands find support before reaching a crisis point. As a motivational speaker, he travels the country teaching schools, businesses, and organizations how listening, connection, and conversation can change lives.
SEE ORLY IN ACTION
79%
of Gen Z say they feel lonely always or sometimes.
53%
of adolescents says they do not feel close to their schoolmates.
25%
risk of early death is caused by chronic loneliness.
Face the Facts
Creating A Conversation That Sticks
Orly doesn’t just speak about resilience—he’s lived it, from losing everything in the LA fires to working with people in crisis.
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Lived Experience, Not Just Words
His talks blend humor, deep insight, and real conversations that stay with audiences long after they leave.
Engaging, Real, and Unforgettable
Audiences walk away with real skills to listen better, build stronger communities, and create meaningful connections.
Actionable Change, Not Just Inspiration
Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer
- Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
- Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.
National Speaker and Community Builder
- Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
- Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.
Founder of Warmlines.com
- Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
- Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.
Founder of The Listening Table
- Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
- Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.
Lost Everything in the LA Fires
- Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
- Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.
Lost Everything in the LA Fires
- Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
- Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.
Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer
- Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
- Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.
National Speaker and Community Builder
- Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
- Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.
Founder of Warmlines.com
- Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
- Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.
Founder of The Listening Table
- Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
- Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.
Founder of The Listening Table
- Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
- Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.
Lost Everything in the LA Fires
- Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
- Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.
Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer
- Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
- Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.
National Speaker and Community Builder
- Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
- Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.
Founder of Warmlines.com
- Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
- Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.
Founder of Warmlines.com
- Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
- Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.
Founder of The Listening Table
- Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
- Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.
Lost Everything in the LA Fires
- Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
- Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.
Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer
- Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
- Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.
National Speaker and Community Builder
- Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
- Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.
National Speaker and Community Builder
- Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
- Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.
Founder of Warmlines.com
- Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
- Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.
Founder of The Listening Table
- Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
- Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.
Lost Everything in the LA Fires
- Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
- Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.
Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer
- Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
- Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.
Jonathan G.
"I am 100% more conscious in my interactions with other people. You taught me how proper listening can make a huge difference in the quality of a conversation and furthermore the quality of your own personality."
Gage N.
"I just wanted to say thank you, thank you for what you do, what you have done and what you will continue to do, people need someone like you."
Milosz O.
"I was shocked when I tried your methods of listening on my best friend and the next day he said how good he felt and how thankful and relieved he was for listening to him."
Colten S.
"Your talk really made me stop and wonder how my current relationships affect me and my happiness. Because of that, I stopped and took a look at the relationships that I had and started focusing on the more meaningful ones and became a little happier!"
Rhiannon B.
"You made me realize that there is so much more I can do to be there for my friends and family."
Casey E.
"I feel like I’ve not only become a better listener, but a better person in general."
What I Learned About Community
when i lost everything.
The night I lost my home in the LA fires, I felt completely alone. But as the days went on, I realized something: we survive because of each other. That moment shaped my entire life’s work—to make sure no one ever feels alone in their struggles.
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