Never Give Up on the Temple Mount with Yehuda Glick

Never Give Up on the Temple Mount with Yehuda Glick

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN SURVIVING ISN'T ENOUGH ANYMORE? In this episode of Live the Land, Franny Waisman sits down with Rabbi Yehuda Glick to discuss resilience, purpose, and why the future of Israel depends on building—not merely enduring. Rabbi Glick shares his personal journey through profound loss, his decades-long advocacy for Jewish access to the Temple Mount, surviving an assassination attempt, and the vision behind Amitsim, an organization helping young widowed families rebuild their lives. Together they explore how the Temple Mount, Judea and Samaria, and compassion for others are all part of creating a brighter future for Israel and the world. Rabbi Yehuda Glick reflects on his lifelong mission to help build Israel's future by strengthening both people and place. He shares how personal tragedy shaped his commitment to supporting widowed families through Amitsim, an organization focused on empowering surviving parents and ensuring children continue to thrive. He also recounts his decades advocating for Jewish rights on the Temple Mount, the challenges he faced—including harassment and a near-fatal assassination attempt—and why he believes the Temple Mount remains central to Israel's spiritual mission. Throughout the conversation, Rabbi Glick calls on listeners to move beyond survival toward building stronger families, communities, and a future rooted in hope and responsibility. ABOUT THE GUEST Rabbi Yehuda Glick is an educator, activist, former member of the Knesset, and one of the leading advocates for Jewish access and prayer on the Temple Mount. After surviving an assassination attempt in 2014, he continued promoting dialogue, religious freedom, and peaceful coexistence. He is also the co-founder of Amitsim, an organization supporting young widowed families, and is actively involved with the Shalom Jerusalem Foundation. TIME STAMPS 00:00 – Getting Used to Reality 00:59 – Surviving vs. Building 05:16 – Finding Home in Otniel 08:48 – The Mission of Amitsim 11:26 – Supporting Widowed Families and Orphans 22:20 – Becoming a Temple Mount Advocate 34:56 – Escalating Harassment 36:36 – Becoming "The Most Dangerous Man in the Middle East" 37:30 – Surviving the 2014 Assassination Attempt 41:40 – Grassroots Change and Political Progress 43:58 – The Gaza War and Israel's Future Ready to discover why building the future requires more than simply surviving? Tune in to the full episode to hear Rabbi Yehuda Glick's remarkable story of resilience, faith, and his vision for Israel, the Temple Mount, and the generations still to come. Follow Rabbi Yehuda Glick and Help Support Amitsim Temple Mount activity WWW.ShalomJerusalem.org [http://www.shalomjerusalem.org/] Amitsim WWW.Amitsim.com [http://www.amitsim.com/] ---------------- Ready to experience it for yourself? Visit https://judeasamariaexperience.com/ [https://judeasamariaexperience.com/] to plan your journey to Judea and Samaria.

Anti-Aging Science in the Hebron Hills with Amir Kitron

What if the plants of the Land of Israel are more than scenery—what if they are living commentary on the Torah, medicine, and the story of the Jewish people? Franny Waisman speaks with Amir Kitron, founder of Isbe Kedem/Kedem Herbs, about the powerful connection between biblical plants, the Land of Israel, and modern healing science. Amir explains how the extreme environmental stress of the southern Hebron Hills produces rare plants rich in protective compounds, which Kedem uses to develop natural cosmetics and medicinal products. The conversation explores anti-aging research, DNA protection, collagen repair, hair restoration, biblical hyssop, ancient extraction methods, mind-body healing, archaeology, tourism, and hope for Israel’s future. About The Guest: Amir Kitron is the founder of Isbe Kedem/Kedem Herbs and holds a PhD in chemical engineering. His work combines scientific research, natural medicine, biblical plants, and the unique ecology of Judea and Samaria to create plant-based healing and cosmetic products. Time Stamps: 00:00 Origins of Kedem Herbs 03:42 Desert Stress Science 06:58 Anti Aging Breakthroughs 09:20 Biblical Herbs and Hyssop 14:58 Mind Body Healing 25:30 Plants, Water, and Miracles 28:25 Land Connection and Identity 34:23 Archaeology and Psychedelics ---------------- Ready to experience it for yourself? Visit https://judeasamariaexperience.com/ to plan your journey to Judea and Samaria.

A Car Crash Almost Destroyed My Life with Ephraim Rimel

Can happiness survive unimaginable loss? And what does it mean to choose faith when life no longer makes sense? In this episode of Live the Land, Franny Waisman explores the hidden beauty of Western Binyamin—a region filled with biblical history, lush forests, and some of Judea and Samaria's most remarkable natural springs. She is joined by Ephraim Rimel of Neve Tzuf (Halamish), who shares his extraordinary journey of rebuilding after a devastating car accident in 2019 that claimed the lives of his wife, Tzippi, and newborn daughter, Noam, while leaving him paralyzed and his young son critically injured. Together they discuss life in Neve Tzuf, the biblical landscape surrounding the community, raising children through tragedy, building a blended family, and why true happiness is a choice rooted in gratitude rather than circumstances. Ephraim Rimel is a resident of Neve Tzuf (Halamish) in Western Binyamin. Following the tragic loss of his wife and newborn daughter in a 2019 car accident that also left him paralyzed, Ephraim has become an inspiring voice on resilience, faith, gratitude, and rebuilding life after unimaginable tragedy. He shares practical wisdom about family, perspective, and choosing hope in the face of adversity.

Israel's Future Is Judea and Samaria with Natalie Sopinsky

Would you ever hitchhike with a stranger? In Judea and Samaria, what seems dangerous to outsiders is often part of everyday life. In this episode, Franny Waisman sits down with Natalie Sopinsky to explore the realities of life in Judea and Samaria, the culture of connection that defines the region, and the life-saving work of Hatzalah Yehuda and Shomron. Franny is joined by Natalie Sopinsky, director of development for Hatzalah Yehuda veShomron and a longtime resident of Susya. Natalie shares her Aliyah story and how she unexpectedly found her home beyond the Green Line. Together, they discuss common misconceptions about Judea and Samaria, the region’s unique lifestyle, and the strong sense of community that defines everyday life there. Natalie explains how Hatzalah Yehuda veShomron was established during the Second Intifada to provide faster emergency medical response when existing services could not reach remote communities quickly enough. She shares stories from the field, discusses the logistical challenges of serving isolated areas and farms, and reflects on the heightened security reality following October 7. The conversation concludes with a discussion about courage, faith, and why Natalie believes Judea and Samaria represent a critical part of Israel’s future. About The Guest: Natalie Sopinsky is the Director of Development for Hatzalah Yehuda veShomron and a resident of Susya in the southern Hebron Hills. After making Aliyah in 2005, she built her life in Judea and Samaria and has become a passionate advocate for the region and the life-saving work of volunteer emergency responders serving its communities. Time Stamps: 00:00 Meet Natalie Sopinsky 05:39 Natalie Finds Susya 09:01 Learning to Tramp 12:08 Life Beyond Stereotypes 15:53 What Is Hatzalah 19:09 Calls That Haunt 21:07 Why Minutes Matter 21:36 Mapping Remote Rescues 22:16 Miracles on the Ambulance 23:17 Saving Lives Across Lines 24:30 October 7 Reality Check 26:50 Homefront Vigilance in Susya 30:52 Spiritual Shift and the Land 31:54 Fear, Courage, and Daily Risk 32:56 Why the Future Is Here Ready to discover what life in Judea and Samaria is really like? Tune in to the full episode to hear Natalie’s inspiring story, learn about the heroes of Hatzalah Yehuda veShomron, and gain a deeper understanding of the communities shaping Israel’s future.

Why Christians Are Coming to Help Israel’s Farmers With Josh Waller

What role do ordinary people play in God’s plan for history? If redemption is already promised, do our choices still matter? In this episode of Live the Land, Franny Waisman sits down with Josh Waller, co-founder of HaYovel, to discuss his remarkable journey from farming in Tennessee to helping build agricultural communities across Judea and Samaria. Josh shares how a biblical vision inspired his family to move to Israel, support Jewish farmers, and mobilize hundreds of Christian volunteers each year. Together, they explore faith, farming, sovereignty, media narratives, and the growing partnership between Christians and Israel’s heartland communities. Josh Waller is the co-founder of HaYovel, an organization that connects Christian volunteers from around the world with Jewish farmers in Judea and Samaria. Originally from Tennessee, Josh and his family moved to Har Bracha and have spent years building relationships between Christians and Israelis through agriculture, tourism, and educational initiatives. Through HaYovel, he has helped mobilize thousands of volunteers in support of Israel’s biblical heartland. Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction: Does Human Choice Matter? 08:25 From Tennessee to Har Bracha 14:50 Building Farms Across Judea and Samaria 22:35 The Growth of Agriculture and Wine Production 30:40 Sovereignty, Security, and Israel’s Future 39:20 Media Narratives and the Information War 48:15 The Role of Christians in Supporting Israel ---------------- Ready to experience it for yourself? Visit https://judeasamariaexperience.com/ to plan your journey to Judea and Samaria.