Be’Emet Podcast- Open Mic Open Heart

Episode 12: Chanukah — Finding Light at Our Lowest

In this episode of Be’emet, we turn to the story of Yosef, who encountered betrayal and was thrown into prison, yet never let go of his faith. From his lowest moments came unimaginable good. Yosef's story teaches us that even when we can’t see the light yet, it’s already being created. Chanukah calls on us to hold on to hope, to trust, and to believe that no darkness is ever the end of the story.

Episode 11: Closer to Har Sinai, Closer to Respect

Why does the Torah place honoring parents alongside honoring Hashem? In this episode, we explore the mitzvah of kibbud av va’em, the story of Dama ben Netina, and how respect for parents connects us back to Har Sinai—challenging the Western idea that youth always knows best.

Episode 10: Ft. Itay Atias: An IDF Soldier’s Journey Beyond

Wounded in the horrors of October 7, this IDF soldier shares his journey of pushing through pain, channeling it into purpose, and finding strength in the face of trauma. חייל צה"ל שנפצע בזוועות ה-7 באוקטובר משתף את מסעו בהתמודדות עם הפיכת הכאב למשמעות ומציאת כוח מול טראומה.

Episode 9: Ft. Jonatan Godis: More Than a Disability

In this inspiring episode, we speak with Jonatan about living with a physical disability, the challenges he’s faced, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward. A raw and powerful conversation about choosing to live fully—despite the limits. בפרק מעורר השראה, אנחנו מדברים עם יהונתן על החיים עם נכות פיזית, האתגרים שהוא מתמודד איתם, והכוח להמשיך קדימה. שיחה כנה על קושי, תעוזה, ובחירה לחיות חיים מלאים – בלי לתת למגבלות לעצור אותנו.

Episode 8: Ft. Michal Talit: Becoming Who She Needed

From a student who struggled to keep up, to a teacher who never gives up — this is the journey of a strong woman who turned her challenges into her calling. Along the way, she realized there’s more to life than fitting in or performing. She’s constantly searching for meaning, for purpose, and for Hashem — even in the hardest places. In this episode, we talk about staying connected to your deeper why, finding light through struggle, and becoming the person you once needed.