Seagal Hagege: A Mother to all Soldiers
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On October 7, 2023, Seagal was set to celebrate her Aliyaversary (anniversary of the day she moved to Israel), while at the same time wondering whether she was going to stay in Israel. All that changed with Hamas' attacks on Israel, with Seagal springing into action to source and deliver much-needed equipment to soldiers all over the country, and another initiative to turn used helmets into art. This is the story of how Kadima Concierge was born. In this episode, Seagal shares her Aliyah challenges, her connection with the soldiers she has supported, and how she has involved artists in her...
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Eddie Hammerman: The UK Jewish Community's Voice for Israel
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In this episode, I speak with Eddie Hammerman, a PR guru and an activist in the UK Jewish community, about his experiences and responses to the events surrounding October 7th. Eddie shares how the Borehamwood Vigils were formed and the importance of community activism in the face of rising anti-Semitism. He discusses the challenges faced by the Jewish community in the UK, and the role of the media in shaping perceptions of Israel. Donate to Chai Cancer Care, an organisation that has supported Eddie’s wife, Ronit:...
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Jen Airley: Healing the Nation in Memory of Binyamin Airley Z"l
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On 18 November 2023, Sergeant Binyamin Airley was killed in action in Gaza. Through sheer strength, motivation, and a little help from G-d, just a few months later, his family opened Beit Binyamin in his memory. The house, located in the holy city of Tzfat, provides respite for people of all backgrounds affected by the war. In this episode, I speak to Binyamin’s mother, Jen, about how Beit Binyamin came to be, what it means to build something in memory of a loved one, and how she and her family managed to create something so important during a time of overwhelming grief. You can donate...
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Yair and Danielle Moses: Fighting for Israel, Living for Family
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Meet super couple Yair & Danielle Moses. Having heeded the call to protect our country on October 7, 2023, Yair has served in the IDF for close to 300 days since the start of the Swords of Iron war. Danielle has supported him every step of the way and has maintained the home front incredibly. In this episode, I speak to Yair about the types of challenges he has faced in the war, including his horrifying near-death experience, and how he manages the transition from coming face-to-face with terrorists to being welcomed back home by his (very, very cute) children and...
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Anne Herzberg: Exposing the NGOs That Undermine Israel
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In this episode, we speak with Anne Herzberg, Legal Advisor at NGO Monitor, a Jerusalem-based research organization that tracks the influence of powerful NGOs in the Arab-Israeli conflict. Anne reflects on how her role shifted in the wake of October 7, the personal toll the war has taken on her family, and the challenges of defending truth in the face of widespread misinformation. She shares what it’s like to appear before UN bodies, the emotional highs and lows of the past months, and how she balances global advocacy with the responsibilities of home, especially with her husband away and...
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Ilana O'Malley: Therapy for Everyone
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On October 7, 2023, Ilana O'Malley learned that her friend’s boyfriend, Yohay Ben Zechariah Z"l, was missing. In the days that followed, she began to understand the widespread emotional toll the war was taking, and just how limited the support was for those affected. In this episode, Ilana shares how Yohay’s story became the inspiration behind Planetherapy, a non-profit she launched to provide emotional and mental health support in the wake of crisis. She opens up about the challenges of building something so personal, and the unexpected lessons she’s learned along the way. Follow...
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Yom Hazikaron Special with Chantal Young & Gaby Shalev: Remembering & Celebrating the Late Sgt Nathanel Young
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In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with my Mum and sister to reflect on loss, resilience, and legacy ahead of Yom Hazikaron. Together, we honor the memory of Nathanel, a beloved son, brother, friend and soldier, who was tragically killed defending his army base and the nearby kibbutz of Zikkim on October 7, 2023. We discuss who he was as a person, his deep connection with Israel and how our family's connection with the country has developed over the past 18 months. We talk about what Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha'atzmaut now mean to us, and how these national days have taken on even...
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Shirley Burdick: The Ten Gentiles are Here for us
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Born in China and later immigrating to the US, Shirley pursued a successful career in hi-tech before a life-changing trip to Israel in 2000 reshaped her path. Leaving her career behind, she volunteered with Bridges for Peace in Jerusalem, developing deep connections with the Jewish community. In 2018, she and her husband Bill launched Ten Gentiles, equipping Christians to serve Israel through hands-on support, prayer, and giving. In this episode, we explore the effect that trip to Israel 25 years ago had on Shirley, what draws her to devote her life to supporting Israel, and what she has...
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Tasha Cohen: Healing on the Frontlines with Chayal’s Angels
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Meet Tasha Cohen. On October 7, 2023, Tasha’s coping mechanism immediately became helping others. What started with spending many hours a day driving soldiers and equipment to army bases in the north of Israel developed into a huge operation providing physiotherapy and support to soldiers. Chayal’s Angels has provided over 10,000 treatments in over 135 bases. In this episode, we look at how Tasha has turned her life challenges, battling chronic pain and mental health issues, to make a huge impact during the war. Learn more about Chayal’s Angels, donate or volunteer here:...
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Gary Yantin: Hamangalistim Barbequing with Love
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Gary Yantin lives in Modiin and made Aliyah in 2012 from London with his wife and four kids. Gary is a legal and professional services consultant working with Israeli and international companies on risk, compliance, technology and translation services. In his spare time, Gary and the Yechidat Hamangalistim drive across Israel providing barbeques for soldiers on the front lines. In this episode, I ask Gary about the challenges of providing our brave soldiers with these awesome events and why there is such a need for it. Follow Hamangalistim on Instagram: Hamangalistim Send any feedback or...
info_outlineOn October 7, 2023, Seagal was set to celebrate her Aliyaversary (anniversary of the day she moved to Israel), while at the same time wondering whether she was going to stay in Israel. All that changed with Hamas' attacks on Israel, with Seagal springing into action to source and deliver much-needed equipment to soldiers all over the country, and another initiative to turn used helmets into art. This is the story of how Kadima Concierge was born.
In this episode, Seagal shares her Aliyah challenges, her connection with the soldiers she has supported, and how she has involved artists in her mission.
You can support Kadima Concierge here: https://arifuld.org/campaigns/kadima-concierge/
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