This week on Shtark Tank, we bring you a special megapod in honor of Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut — a deep, emotional journey through stories of sacrifice, strength, and national pride.
In this episode:
Yakir and Josh Hexter's Story: Why one bereaved father turned down a public interview — and the lesson we all need to hear.
Avraham and Daniel Colthuf: Two brothers, lawyers and reserve soldiers, who serve as chazanim for IDF funerals, standing by families in their darkest moments.
Collection of Israel Stories:
Jeff Swartz, former CEO of Timberland, on falling in love with Israel (from Invested podcast).
Nobel laureate Professor Yisrael Aumann on losing his son and a powerful shiva visit.
Highlights from Michael Eisenberg on making Aliyah and building a career in Israel.
A personal reflection from my father about how a fallen soldier shaped our Aliyah story.
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00:00 Intro
02:16 Yakir Hexter HY"D and Silent Grief
07:30 Interview with Colthof Brothers
54:56 Short Stories
