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Ep 403: Education in Motion with Zach Graulich and guest Kelly Fives on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Description – Ep 403 (Education in Motion on hmTv)Episode Title: Education in Motion: Teaching Holocaust History Through Human Stories Host: Zach Graulich Guest: Kelly FivesIn the premiere episode of Education in Motion on hmTv, host Zach Graulich, Assistant Director of Education at the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center (HMTC), welcomes passionate educator and curriculum designer Kelly Fives for an inspiring conversation about the power of teaching history through story, empathy, and meaningful connection....
2026-01-22
29 min
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Ep 401: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Gail Kastenholz on hmTv
Send us a textIn this episode of Legacy Chronicles: Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future, Donna Rosenblum, Director of Education at the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center, sits down with longtime HMTC docent and Second Generation Committee Chair Gail Kastenholz for a powerful conversation about memory, identity, and responsibility.Gail shares the remarkable story of her parents, Ralph and June Hecht, Holocaust survivors from Stanislaw, Poland, who escaped the ghetto and survived in hiding, then rebuilt their lives in a displaced persons camp before immigrating to Brooklyn. She reflects on what it means to grow...
2026-01-20
25 min
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Ep 396: The Past Has an Afterlife with Gilad Avrahami and guest Tara Collins on hmTv
Send us a textIn Ep 396 of The Past Has an Afterlife on hmTv, host Gilad Avrahami sits down with HMTC receptionist Tara Collins for a raw, deeply human conversation about memory, family history, and the ways the past continues to echo through our lives. Tara shares how Holocaust survivor stories shaped her understanding of resilience and forgiveness, then traces her own lineage through Irish political turmoil and centuries-old persecution of “wise women” during the witch hunts. With honesty and humor, she reflects on generational trauma, addiction in her family, hard-earned survival, and the choice to heal with...
2026-01-19
27 min
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Ep 381: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Barbara Murray on hmTv
Send us a textLegacy Chronicles Ep 381: A Daughter’s Journey Through Memory with Barbara MurrayIn this powerful episode, host Donna Rosenblum sits down with longtime HMTC volunteer and Second Generation speaker, Barbara Murray, to explore what it means to grow up as the child of Holocaust survivors.Barbara opens her heart about her parents’ incredible path from Poland to Paris, to Soviet labor camps, to displacement, and finally to America. She reflects on childhood memories shaped by trauma, identity, silence, resilience, and the unspoken bond shared among surv...
2026-01-04
26 min
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Ep 362: The Past Has an Afterlife with Gilad Avrahami and guest Trevor Stern P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 362 — The Past Has an AfterlifeGuest: Trevor Stern | Host: Gilad Avrahami | hmTv / HMTC**In this inaugural episode of The Past Has an Afterlife, Programs and Development Coordinator Gilad Avrahami sits down with scholar Trevor Stern for a riveting dive into the world of collective memory — how we inherit it, how we shape it, and how it shapes us.Trevor, a PhD candidate at the University of Edinburgh, traces his unusual upbringing as “the only Jewish kid in town” through life in Egypt and India, revealing how identity...
2025-12-08
29 min
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Ep 349: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Howard Meier on hmTv
Send us a textEp. 349: Raised by SurvivorsGuest: Howard Meier Host: Bernie Furshpan | hmTv / HMTCIn this powerful episode of Raised by Survivors, Bernie Furshpan sits down with longtime HMTC leader Howard Meier to explore the quieter side of Holocaust legacy—the side carried not in history books, but in homes, accents, foods, silences, and the unspoken resilience of families rebuilding their lives in America.Howard shares deeply personal memories of growing up in a German-Jewish household on Manhattan’s Upper West...
2025-12-02
25 min
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Ep 339: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Gilda Zirinsky on hmTv
Send us a textEp. 339: Echoes of the Past with Gilda ZirinskyIn this powerful episode of Echoes of the Past, host Zachary Graulich, Assistant Director of Education at HMTC, sits down with Holocaust survivor and newly published author Gilda Zirinsky for an unforgettable conversation.Gilda takes listeners on an extraordinary journey—from her childhood in Liège, Belgium, through the terror of the Nazi invasion, to her family’s desperate flight across France, and the miraculous reunions and acts of courage that carri...
2025-11-26
37 min
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Ep 338: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest David First on hmTv
Send us a textLegacy Chronicles – Episode 338Guest: David First, Child of Holocaust Survivors Host: Zachary Graulic, Assistant Director of Education, HMTCIn this powerful and deeply personal episode of Legacy Chronicles, host Zachary Graulic sits down with David First, the son of two Holocaust survivors whose lives were marked by resilience, loss, and an unbreakable will to live.David shares the extraordinary survival stories of his parents—his mother, Sala, who evaded death by hiding in the fore...
2025-11-23
25 min
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Ep 335: Many Voices One Community with Gaitley Stevenson Mathews and guest Dr. James Lentini on hmTv
Send us a textEp 335Many Voices, One Community Guest: Dr. James Lentini, President of Molloy UniversityIn this inspiring episode, host Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews sits down with Dr. James Lentini, President of Molloy University, for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, creativity, faith-driven values, and the changing landscape of higher education on Long Island and beyond.Together, they explore Molloy’s remarkable 70-year journey—from its founding by the Sisters of St. Dominic to its evolution into one of the...
2025-11-22
24 min
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Ep 314: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Consolee Nishimwe on hmTv
Send us a textLegacy Chronicles— Episode 314 Host: Zachary Graulich Guest: Consolee Nishimwe Produced by: Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center / hmTvIn this deeply moving episode, Assistant Director of Education Zachary Graulich sits down with genocide survivor, author, and global human rights advocate Consolee Nishimwe. At just 14 years old during the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda, Consolee endured unimaginable loss, violence, and betrayal. She survived thanks to the courage of neighbors who risked their lives to protect her and her family....
2025-10-31
25 min
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Ep 315: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Gayle Saks on hmTv
Send us a textRaised by Survivors — Episode 315 Guest: Gayle Saks Host: Bernie Furshpan Produced by HMTC / hmTvIn this powerful episode of Raised by Survivors, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with writer, counselor, and mental-health advocate Gayle Saks, the daughter of a hidden child Holocaust survivor from Belgium. With honesty, humor, and unflinching courage, Gayle opens up about her mother’s trauma, her struggles with mental illness, and the legacy of silence and survival that shaped her childhood.Gayle shar...
2025-10-31
28 min
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Ep 276: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Evelyn Altenberg on hmTv
Send us a textEp. 276 – Legacy Chronicles: The Story of Survival and LoveHosted by Zachary Graulich | Guest: Evelyn Drieves | Produced by hmTv at HMTCIn this deeply moving episode of Legacy Chronicles, Evelyn Altenberg, the daughter of two Holocaust survivors, sits down with Zachary Graulich, Assistant Director of Education at HMTC, to share her parents’ extraordinary story of survival, love, and resilience.Born in Berlin and separated by war, Evelyn’s parents endured opposite fates—her father escaping to the Dominican Republic after securing a place...
2025-10-13
24 min
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Ep 271: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Debbie Cohn on hmTv
Send us a textEp 271: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Debbie CohnIn this moving episode of Legacy Chronicles on hmTv, host Zachary Graulich, Assistant Director of Education at HMTC, sits down with Debbie Cohn, a second-generation Holocaust survivor who has dedicated over 20 years to Holocaust education.Debbie shares the remarkable and heartbreaking survival stories of her parents—her father, arrested during Kristallnacht and later a U.S. Army veteran, and her mother, sent alone on a train to Holland at age 13, never to see he...
2025-09-30
25 min
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Ep 268: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Howard Maier on hmTv
Send us a textEp 268: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Howard Maier on hmTvIn this moving episode of Echoes of the Past, host Zachary Graulich, Assistant Director of Education at HMTC, sits down with longtime board member and former chair Howard Maier to discuss a powerful family artifact: an authentic yellow star worn by his grandfather after being imprisoned during Kristallnacht.Howard shares the remarkable story of his family’s survival—his grandfather’s time in Dachau, his aunt’s escape on the Kind...
2025-09-30
21 min
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Ep 265: The Dana Download with Dana Arschin and guest Dave Reckess on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 265 – The Dana Download with Dave ReckessIn this powerful episode of The Dana Download on hmTv, host Dana Arschin sits down with Dave Reckess, Executive Director of 3GNY, an organization dedicated to educating future generations through the stories of Holocaust survivors’ grandchildren.Dana and Dave reflect on their personal connections as 3Gs—grandchildren of Holocaust survivors—and how 3GNY’s We Educate program empowers descendants to share family testimony in schools and communities. From Dana’s moving stories of her Poppy, Nat Ross, to Dav...
2025-09-26
27 min
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Ep 231: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Herb Grubman on hmTv
Send us a textLegacy Chronicles – Ep. 231: “Second Generation, First Principles” Director of Education Donna Rosenblum sits down with HMTC docent Herb Grubman to explore what it means to be Second Generation—and why testimony can’t stop with the survivors. Through the lives of Herb’s parents—from Dęblin and Biała Podlaska to Siberian imprisonment, DP camps, and rebuilding in the Bronx—this episode traces trauma, resilience, and the quiet heroics of starting over. Expect vivid family stories (coal cars at age 12, the Fir...
2025-09-01
30 min
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Ep 230: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Meryl Menashe on hmTv
Send us a textEchoes of the Past – Ep. 230: “Day One: Reading 9/1/39” Assistant Director of Education Zachary Graulich sits down with longtime HMTC volunteer and second-generation survivor Meryl Menashe to unpack a powerful artifact she recently donated: a fragile Kansas City Times front page dated September 1, 1939—the day Germany invaded Poland. Through this single newspaper, they trace the lightning-fast timeline from the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact to the fall of Warsaw, explore how propaganda framed “living space” and “ethnic German protection,” and connect those headlines to lived experience—includi...
2025-09-01
21 min
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Ep 228: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guests Susan Katz & Allan Mandelbaum on hmTv
Send us a textEp 228: Legacy Chronicles – Courage Untold: Jewish Resistance at AuschwitzIn this powerful episode of Legacy Chronicles on hmTv, host Donna Rosenblum sits down with Susan Katz, author of the play Courage Untold, and Allan E. Mallenbaum, founder of the Rosa Robota Foundation, to uncover a little-known story of Jewish resistance at Auschwitz.Together, they explore the bravery of Rosa Robota and three other young women who risked everything to smuggle gunpowder for the October 7, 1944 uprising—the only successful revolt insi...
2025-08-29
26 min
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Ep 206: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Cindy Rabinowitz on hmTv
Send us a textLegacy Chronicles Ep. 206 – Carrying the Torch with Cindy RabinowitzIn this episode of Legacy Chronicles on hmTv, host Zachary Graulich, Assistant Director of Education at HMTC, sits down with Cindy Rabinowitz, a devoted second-generation Holocaust survivor. Cindy shares her powerful personal journey—how she came to embrace her role as a 2G after years of seeking her own identity, the impact of discovering her parents’ recorded testimony, and the responsibility she feels to carry their story forward.Together, Zachary and Cindy discuss resilience, memory...
2025-08-17
22 min
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Ep 195: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Linda Burghardt on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 195: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and Dr. Linda BurghardtIn this deeply personal and enlightening episode of Legacy Chronicles, host Donna Rosenblum welcomes Dr. Linda Burghardt, scholar-in-residence at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (HMTC), for a heartfelt conversation about her identity as a second-generation Holocaust survivor. Linda shares powerful family stories of escape from Vienna, the trauma of loss and silence, and the resilience passed down through generations.The discussion explores her path from journalism to earning a PhD in Holocaust...
2025-08-03
26 min
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Ep 194: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Donna Rosenblum on hmTv
Send us a text Ep 194: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and Donna RosenblumIn this powerful episode of Echoes of the Past, host Zachary Graulich is joined by Donna Rosenblum, Director of Education at HMTC, for an in-depth discussion on the history and legacy of the Yellow Star. Together, they examine its implementation under Nazi rule, its symbolic weight, and the broader context of forced identification of Jews throughout history—from medieval Europe to the Holocaust.Through survivor testimonies, historical documentation, and personal insights, Zachary and...
2025-08-03
27 min
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Ep 190: Leadership & Lessons from the Holocaust with Daniel Holtzman & Stephanie Weeks and guest Bernie Furshpan on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Episode 190: Leadership & Lessons from the Holocaust – A Conversation with Bernie Furshpan hmTv | Series: Humanity Matters Hosted by Dr. Daniel Holtzman & Dr. Stephanie WeeksIn this powerful prelude to the upcoming podcast series Leadership & Lessons from the Holocaust, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Holtzman and Dr. Stephanie Weeks sit down with special guest Bernie Furshpan, board member of the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center. Together, they explore the critical connections between Holocaust education and the development of ethical, courageous leadership for to...
2025-07-26
23 min
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Ep 179: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guests Harley Moritz & Romy Fruman on hmTv
Send us a textJoin Donna Rosenblum for Episode 179 of Legacy Chronicles, where two Hewlett teens—Romy Fruman and Harley Moritz—reimagine remembrance with their Kindertransport clothespin project. Discover how interviewing survivor Manfred Corman led them to collect 10,000 decorated pins as a powerful art installation and classroom activity, launch a dedicated website, and inspire local assemblies. They’ll share their playbook for turning history into hands‑on learning, preview HMTC’s new fifth‑ and sixth‑grade curriculum packet, and invite you to their September 14 reception unveiling the Kindertransport bench. It’s proof that when young people lead, memory becomes m...
2025-07-22
20 min
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Ep 176: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Peter Klein on hmTv
Send us a textIn this episode of Ordinary Heroes, Dr. Bernie Furshpan sits down with longtime friend and financial visionary Peter Klein, the driving force behind the Claire Freedlander Family Foundation. Together they unpack how grants can be treated as strategic investments rather than simple donations, explore the million‑dollar launch of HMTC’s Institute for Tolerance Training, and celebrate the impact of their Upstander Award—where high schoolers become modern-day heroes in lunchroom showdowns. Peter also shares insider tips on building a multigenerational “family mission statement” for lasting legacy gifts, weighs in on the future...
2025-07-22
23 min
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Ep 152: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Linda Orgel on hmTv
Send us a textLegacy Chronicles Ep 152: Carrying the Torch with Linda OrgelIn this powerful episode of Legacy Chronicles, host Zachary Graulich sits down with Linda Orgel, a dedicated second-generation Holocaust survivor and docent at HMTC. Linda shares her family’s harrowing history—from her father’s incredible survival story in Nazi-occupied Poland to the profound impact it has had on her life and her role as a storyteller today.Together, they explore the challenges of growing up with a survivor’s legacy, the moment that inspired Linda to become an advoc...
2025-07-08
23 min
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Ep 140: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Donna Rosenblum on hmTv
Send us a textEchoes of the Past – Episode 140Podcast Description: In this episode, Assistant Director of Education Zachary Graulich and Director of Education Donna Rosenblum examine a chilling artifact from HMTC’s 1930s Germany collection—a sign declaring “The Jews are our misfortune.” Through thoughtful dialogue, they explore how everyday communities enforced hateful legislation, the ripple effects of bystander complicity, and the enduring resilience of Jewish individuals who lived under these threats. By drawing parallels to other historical and contemporary examples of dehumanization, Zachary and Donna illustrate the vital importance of recognizin...
2025-06-25
22 min
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Ep 129: Many Voices One Community with Gaitley Mathews-Stevenson and guest Father Panteleimon Papadopoulos on hmTv
Send us a textIn this uplifting installment of Many Voices One Community, host Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews sits down with Father Panteleimon “Father P.” Papadopoulos of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Resurrection in Glen Cove. Together, they explore how a simple Greek festival—complete with gyros, baklava, and old-world hospitality—has become a vibrant gathering point that unites neighbors of all backgrounds.Father P. recounts his journey from a childhood calling in Connecticut to nineteen years as deacon to the Archbishop of America, meeting world leaders and traveling to historic centers of faith. Drawing on inspi...
2025-06-21
26 min
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Ep 110: Legacy Chronicles with Zachary Graulich and guest Esther Jamnik on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 110 of Legacy Chronicles Guest: Esther Jamnik | Host: Zachary Graulich Presented by hmTv and the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC)In this deeply moving episode of Legacy Chronicles, Assistant Director of Education Zachary Graulich sits down with Esther Jamnik, a second-generation Holocaust survivor, to share her powerful journey of rediscovering and honoring her father’s legacy. Esther recounts how she transformed from someone who once avoided Holocaust memorial programs into a passionate educator and speaker, dedicated to preserving me...
2025-06-02
22 min
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Ep 88: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Gail Kastenholz on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 88 – Carrying the Torch: Gail Kastenholz on Building Holocaust Education for the FutureSecond–generation survivor, educator, and longtime HMTC volunteer Gail Kastenholz sits down with host Dr. Bernie Ferspan to trace a remarkable life spent turning family trauma into public service. Born to two Polish survivors who rebuilt their lives in Brooklyn and Queens, Gail explains how a single comment—“you don’t look like a 2G”—pushed her to found one of Long Island’s first children-of-survivors groups, collect testimonies with Yale’s Fortunoff Archive, and create pioneer...
2025-04-30
24 min
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Ep 86: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Paul Pachter on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 86 – Ordinary Heroes: Paul Pachter on Fighting Hunger & Carrying Harry Chapin’s LegacyIn this inspiring episode, Bernie Furshpan sits down with Paul Pachter, President & CEO of Long Island Cares – The Harry Chapin Regional Food Bank. From their shared Brooklyn roots and memories of Jan’s legendary “Kitchen Sink” sundae to the sobering reality that 280,000 Long Islanders—including 55,000 children—are food-insecure, Paul traces how rock-icon-turned-activist Harry Chapin transformed a regional crisis into a movement for dignity and self-sufficiency.Key moments you’ll hear:Hun...
2025-04-30
23 min
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Ep 85: Kinder People. Kindest People. with Peter Suchmann and guest Manny Korman P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 85 – Kinder People. Kindest People (Part 2): “Teaching the Legacy”In the conclusion of their two-part conversation, host Peter Suchmann welcomes back 93-year-old Kindertransport survivor Manny Korman for a deep dive into the life he built after rescue—and the lessons he’s devoted to passing on.🔹 From refugees to educators – Manny explains how he and his brother Gerhard both gravitated to teaching, with careers that spanned Queens classrooms and Cornell University.🔹 Crafting a survivor’s narrative – Hear how Manny’s presentati...
2025-04-29
26 min
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Ep 66: Habits of a Whole Heart with Arnie Herz and guest Bernie Furshpan P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 66: Habits of a Whole Heart with Arnie Herz and Bernie Furshpan (Part 2)In Part 2 of this enlightening conversation on Habits of a Whole Heart on hmTv, host Arnie Herz continues his deep and thoughtful dialogue with guest Bernie Furshpan. Together, they explore what it means to cultivate inner wholeness through conscious habits that align the human and godly self.From surviving a life-threatening heart condition to spending years studying meditation and yoga in India, Bernie shares the pivotal experiences that shaped his...
2025-04-18
25 min
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Ep 65: Habits of a Whole Heart with Arnie Herz and guest Bernie Furshpan P1 on hmTv
Send us a text Episode 65: Habits of a Whole Heart with Arnie Herz and Guest Bernie Furshpan (Part 1)In the inaugural episode of Habits of a Whole Heart on hmTv, host Arnie Herz sits down with Holocaust educator and activist Bernie Furshpan for a profound and personal conversation about empathy, human connection, and the power of intentional habits to transform lives.Together, they explore how Bernie’s upcoming documentary and his father’s Holocaust survival story inspired a life mission rooted in compassion and education. The discussion dives...
2025-04-18
26 min
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Ep 64: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Martin Hausvater on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 64: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and Guest Martin HausvaterIn this powerful episode of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with author Martin Hausvater to explore the extraordinary legacy of his family’s survival, resistance, and resilience spanning three generations and multiple countries. From a poverty-stricken childhood in Romania to apprenticeship in Hungary, military heroism in World War I, secret currency operations, and ultimately escape from Nazi persecution—Martin’s grandfather lived a life shaped by faith, ingenuity, and unyielding strength.M...
2025-04-18
27 min
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Ep 63: The Choices We Make Define Us with Sandi Cooper and Lori Cooper P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 63: "I Couldn't Have Said It Better Myself" The Choices We Make Define Us | Hosted by Sandi Cooper & Lori Cooper | hmTvIn this heartwarming and thought-provoking second installment of The Choices We Make Define Us, co-hosts Sandi and Lori Cooper (no relation!) return to share powerful stories from the classroom—where Holocaust education becomes a living, breathing lesson in empathy, courage, and moral responsibility.Titled "I Couldn't Have Said It Better Myself," this episode dives into the real-time impact of their multi-year educational initiative, as students fr...
2025-04-18
25 min
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Ep 62: The Choices We Make Define Us with Sandi Cooper and Lori Cooper P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 62: The Choices We Make Define Us Featuring Sandi Cooper and Lori Cooper on hmTvIn this powerful and heartfelt episode of hmTv, co-hosts Sandi Cooper and Lori Cooper—no relation, just a shared passion—introduce their transformative Holocaust education program, The Choices We Make Define Us: Learning and Looking at Hate Through the Lens of the Holocaust. Together, they explore how teaching young students—from kindergarten through eighth grade—about identity, empathy, and the power of choice can shape more inclusive and compassionate communit...
2025-04-18
23 min
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Ep 61: Kinder People. Kindest People. with Peter Suchmann and guest Rochelle Sroka on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 61: Kinder People. Kindest People. with Peter Suchmann and guest Rochelle SrokaIn this deeply moving episode of Kinder People. Kindest People. on hmTv, host Peter Suchmann sits down with Rochelle "Relle" Sroka, daughter of Holocaust survivor Larry Gotchman. Relle shares her powerful journey of growing up with a parent who survived the Holocaust and how a high school social studies project became the spark for preserving her family's extraordinary history.From uncovering archival ship manifests and microfilm records to discovering a 15-second...
2025-04-16
26 min
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Ep 60: Kinder people. Kindest People. with Peter Suchmann and guest Larry Gochman on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 60 Kinder People. Kindest People. with Peter Suchmann and guest Larry Gochman “Surviving the Forest: A Boy's Resistance During the Holocaust”In this powerful episode of Kinder People. Kindest People., host Peter Suchmann sits down with Holocaust survivor Larry Gochman, who recounts his harrowing yet inspiring journey from a small Jewish town in Poland to the frozen forests where he hid and fought for survival during World War II.Larry shares vivid memories of a joyful childhood disrupted by the Nazi inva...
2025-04-16
27 min
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Ep 59: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Arnie Newfield on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 59 of Legacy Chronicles on hmTv Guest: Arnie Newfield | Host: Donna RosenblumIn this deeply moving episode of Legacy Chronicles, host Donna Rosenblum sits down with Holocaust survivor Arnie Newfield to explore his family's harrowing journey of survival, separation, and resilience during one of history’s darkest chapters. From pre-war life in Vienna to the horrors of Kristallnacht, deportation to Westerbork and Ravensbrück, and liberation at Bergen-Belsen, Arnie shares powerful memories—some his own, many passed down from his extraordinary mother—of the...
2025-04-16
27 min
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Ep 58: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Janet Ganes on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 58: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Janet GanesIn this powerful episode of Legacy Chronicles on hmTv, host Donna Rosenblum sits down with artist and educator Janet Lust Ganes, a second-generation Holocaust survivor, to explore how personal history, memory, and art converge to preserve the past and inspire future generations. Janet shares her journey as an artist and teacher, reflecting on how her mother’s courageous acts of resistance during the Holocaust became the inspiration behind a series of deeply moving etchings....
2025-04-16
26 min
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Ep 57: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Michelle Ahdoot P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 57 (Part 2) of Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Michelle Ahdoot hmTvIn this powerful continuation of Influential Origins, host Alan Mindel is joined once again by activist and advocate Michelle Ahdoot, who shares her compelling journey from community volunteer to a national leader in Jewish civil rights. In this episode, Michelle details the founding of the End Jew Hatred movement, born out of her work with the Lawfare Project and fueled by a growing wave of antisemitism on college campuses...
2025-04-15
29 min
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Ep 56: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Michelle Ahdoot P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 56 of Influential Origins Title: From Iran to Great Neck: A Story of Perseverance and Pride Host: Alan Mindel | Guest: Michelle AhdootIn this powerful first part of a two-episode conversation, host Alan Mindel sits down with Michelle Ahdoot to explore the extraordinary story of her family’s journey from Iran to America. Michelle shares the inspiring path of her father, who left Iran in the post-Holocaust era to study medicine in Germany, and her mother, whose family had th...
2025-04-15
26 min
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Ep 53: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and guest Richard Acritelli P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 53: “History Repeats” — The End of War, The Beginning of Memory Host: Liam Carballal Guest: Richard Acritelli Produced by: hmTvIn this powerful and deeply reflective episode, host Liam Carballal sits down with historian Richard Acritelli to discuss the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe and the haunting liberation of Nazi concentration camps. Through vivid historical detail and personal testimony, Acritelli revisits the emotional impact on American soldiers who witnessed firsthand the horrors of the Holoca...
2025-04-14
27 min
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Ep 54: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Owen McCaffrey P1 on hmTv
Send us a textThe Fog of War and Humanity Episode 54: A City in Crisis – Reflections from NYPD ESU Lt. Owen McCaffrey (Part 1) Guest: Retired Lieutenant Owen McCaffrey Host: Richard Acritelli Platform: hmTvIn this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Fog of War and Humanity, host Richard Acritelli sits down with retired NYPD Emergency Services Unit Lieutenant Owen McCaffrey for Part 1 of an extraordinary conversation. McCaffrey shares his journey from growing up in Brentwood, Long Island, to joining the NYPD and ris...
2025-04-14
26 min
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Ep 55: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Owen McCaffrey P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 55: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Owen McCaffrey (Part 2)In this powerful and emotional continuation of Episode 55 on The Fog of War and Humanity, host Richard Acritelli speaks with retired NYPD Emergency Services Unit Lieutenant Owen McCaffrey about the heroic legacy of his close friend, Sergeant Michael Curtain, and the unforgettable aftermath of September 11th, 2001.Lieutenant McCaffrey shares firsthand accounts of Curtain’s bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to never leave anyone behind—a decision that ultimately cost...
2025-04-14
26 min
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Ep 52: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and guest Richard Acritelli P1 on hmTv
Send us a textHistory Repeats – Episode 52 Host: Liam Carballal Guest: Richard Acritelli Produced by: hmTvEpisode Title: Liberation and Reckoning: 80 Years After the Camps Were FreedDescription: In this powerful episode of History Repeats, host Liam Carballal sits down with historian and educator Richard Acritelli to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps. Through vivid historical insight and emotional storytelling, Acritelli shares what American soldiers witnessed as...
2025-04-14
26 min
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Ep 51: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Montgomery Granger P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEp 51: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and Guest Montgomery Granger (Part 2) Presented by hmTv at the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance CenterIn this powerful continuation of Episode 50, host Richard Acritelli sits down with Army Major (Ret.) Montgomery Granger for a candid and deeply personal conversation about the realities of war, service, and the enduring human impact of Guantanamo Bay and Iraq.Major Granger reflects on his time at Camp X-Ray and Camp Delta, revealing the day-to-day operations...
2025-04-13
27 min
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Ep 50: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Montgomery Granger P1 on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Title: The Fog of War and Humanity Episode 50 – Part 1 Guest: Major Montgomery Granger Host: Richard Acritelli Platform: hmTvEpisode Description: In this powerful 50th episode of The Fog of War and Humanity, host Richard Acritelli sits down with retired Army Major and educator Montgomery “Monty” Granger for an unflinching, deeply personal conversation about duty, history, and the unexpected paths that shape a life of service.From his childhood in Southern California to his...
2025-04-13
27 min
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Ep 49: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and Alan Mindel P3 on hmTv
Send us a textRaised by Survivors – Episode 49: Legacies of Strength and Laughter Hosts: Bernie Furshpan & Alan Mindel Platform: hmTv | Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance CenterDescription: In this powerful and deeply personal third installment of Raised by Survivors, Bernie Furshpan and Alan Mindel share stories of resilience, humor, and fierce family devotion passed down from their Holocaust survivor parents. From surviving in the forests of Eastern Europe to building successful lives in America, their parents instilled values of hard work, loyalty, and the sacred importance of family....
2025-04-12
26 min
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Ep 48: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and Alan Mindel P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 48: Raised by Survivors (Part 2) with Bernie Furshpan and Alan Mindel on hmTvIn this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of Raised by Survivors, co-hosts Bernie Furshpan and Alan Mindel continue their conversation about what it truly means to be raised by Holocaust survivors. Through powerful storytelling and vivid memories, they explore how love, resilience, and cultural tradition shaped their upbringing.From seltzer bottles and gefilte fish to surviving trauma and finding humor, Bernie and Alan reflect on the unique dynamics of growing...
2025-04-12
26 min
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Ep 47: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and Alan Mindel P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 47: Raised by Survivors (Part 1) | hmTvIn the powerful debut episode of Raised by Survivors, co-hosts Bernie Furshpan and Alan Mindel open up about what it was like growing up as children of Holocaust survivors. Through deeply personal stories, they reflect on the resilience, trauma, and strength of their parents—ordinary people who endured extraordinary horrors and went on to build lives in America. From hiding in forests and surviving death marches to building livelihoods with unmatched determination, their parents’ experiences shaped every aspect of their upbringing. This episode lays the foun...
2025-04-12
27 min
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Ep 46: Disrupting Hate with Ken Schachter and guest Marc Morial on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 46: Disrupting Hate with Marc MorialHosted by Ken Schachter with co-host Bernie FurshpanPodcast Series: Disrupting Hate on hmTvIn this powerful episode of Disrupting Hate, Ken Schachter and Bernie Furshpan sit down with Marc Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League and former Mayor of New Orleans, for a thought-provoking conversation on hate, history, and hope for a more equitable future.Marc unpacks the findings of the 2024 Equality Index of Black America, revealing persistent disparities in economics, education, and healthcare. He discusses why...
2025-04-08
20 min
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Ep 45: Kinder People. Kindest People. with Peter Suchmann and guest Arielle Rivera Korman on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 45 – Kinder People. Kindest People. Guest: Arielle Rivera Korman Host: Peter Suchmann | hmTvIn this deeply moving episode of Kinder People. Kindest People., host Peter Suchmann welcomes Arielle Rivera Korman—musician, rabbinical student, co-founder of Ammud: The Jews of Color Torah Academy, and storyteller with a soul deeply connected to her roots.Arielle shares the extraordinary story of inheriting a cherished violin that survived the Blitz during World War II—once owned and lovingly restored by Peter's father, a Kindertransport survivor. Throug...
2025-04-03
28 min
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Ep 44: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Ben Carasso on hmTv
Send us a textOrdinary Heroes | Episode 44: Ben Carasso – A Young Voice for Truth and PeaceIn this powerful and deeply moving episode of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv, host Dr. Bernie Furshpan welcomes an extraordinary guest: 9-year-old Israeli advocate Ben Carasso. Despite his age, Ben has emerged as a global voice for truth, resilience, and peace in the aftermath of the October 7th attacks on Israel.Traveling the world on his fifth advocacy tour, Ben shares what motivates him to speak out—from personal loss and heartbreaking funerals to the...
2025-04-03
26 min
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Ep 43: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Syd Mandelbaum on hmTv
Send us a textIn this compelling episode of "Ordinary Heroes," host Bernie Furshpan speaks with Syd Mandelbaum, a remarkable scientist, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and pioneering historian dedicated to preserving Holocaust survivor testimonies. Syd shares his groundbreaking work documenting personal stories from survivors and liberators, including his emotional connection and contribution to Steven Spielberg's Holocaust documentation efforts. He also discusses his diverse career achievements, from innovative infertility treatments to sports measurement technologies. Syd’s impactful journey exemplifies dedication to remembrance, scientific innovation, and humanitarian efforts, providing powerful insights and inspiration.Support the show
2025-04-03
24 min
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Ep 42: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Mazi Melesa Pilip P3 on hmTv
Send us a textIn this compelling episode of Influential Origins, host Alan Mindel continues his conversation with Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip. Mazi shares her powerful journey into public service, recounting how personal experiences, commitment to community, and resilience guided her decision to run for office and become an advocate for all constituents, regardless of political affiliation. She discusses her tireless efforts combating antisemitism, the reintroduction of Nassau County's mask ban legislation, and her dedication to protecting minority rights, safety, and free expression amid rising tensions. This engaging discussion underscores the importance of...
2025-04-01
25 min
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Ep 41: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Mazi Melesa Pilip P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEp 41: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel & Mazi Melesa Pilip (Part 2)In this powerful second installment of Influential Origins on hmTv, host Alan Mindel continues his in-depth conversation with Mazi Melesa Pilip — IDF veteran, community leader, mother of seven, and public servant.Mazi shares her extraordinary journey from a 12-year-old Ethiopian immigrant arriving in Israel, to becoming a gunsmith in the elite IDF paratroopers division. She opens up about the challenges she faced as a woman in the military, the deep friendships she formed ac...
2025-04-01
26 min
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Ep 40: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Mazi Melesa Pilip P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 40 – The Journey of Mazi Melesa Pilip: From Ethiopia to Israel (Part 1)Host: Alan MindelGuest: Mazi Melesa PilipPodcast Series: Influential Origins on hmTvIn this powerful and deeply moving episode, Alan Mindel sits down with Mazi Melesa Pilip to explore her remarkable journey from a remote Ethiopian village to becoming a proud Israeli soldier and public figure.Born into the Beta Israel community, Mazi recounts her childhood in rural Ethiopia, where her family lived in secrecy due to widespread discrimination against Ethiopian Jews. With no...
2025-04-01
26 min
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Ep 39: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Max Niederman on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Episode Description – Ordinary Heroes, Ep. 39 Title: Max Niederman – A Voice for the Next GenerationIn Episode 39 of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with Max Niederman, a passionate young leader, recent John Jay College graduate, and rising voice in civic engagement. Max shares his journey from struggling student to four-time geography bee champion and honors graduate with a deep love for American history and justice.Max opens up about his senior thesis on the political shift among Jewish American voters, his...
2025-03-31
22 min
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Ep 38: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Major Fred R. Nielsen on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Episode Description – Ordinary Heroes, Ep. 38 Title: Major Fred R. Nielsen – A Legacy of Service and SacrificeIn this powerful and deeply moving episode of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with Major Fred R. Nielsen, a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran whose life has been shaped by service, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to others.From volunteering to serve in the Vietnam War to extending his deployment in an effort to protect his younger brother, Fred shares stories that reve...
2025-03-31
25 min
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Ep 37: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Marsha Silverman on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 37 of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv with Bernie Furshpan and guest Marsha Silverman:Podcast Title: Ordinary Heroes – Episode 37 Episode Title: Leading with Purpose: Marsha Silverman's Vision for Glen Cove Host: Bernie Furshpan Guest: Marsha Silverman, Glen Cove City Council MemberDescription: In this inspiring episode of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with Glen Cove City Council Member Marsha Silverman — a bold, data...
2025-03-29
24 min
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Ep 36: Echoes of the Past with Zachary Graulich and guest Donna Rosenblum P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEchoes of the Past – Episode 36 (Part 2): "American Swastikas: The German American Bund on Long Island" Host: Zachary Graulich Guest: Donna Rosenblum, Director of EducationIn this eye-opening continuation of Echoes of the Past, Zachary Graulich and Donna Rosenblum take a deep dive into a lesser-known and unsettling chapter of American history—the rise of the German American Bund in the 1930s and its shocking presence right here on Long Island and in New York City.From a 1939 pro-Nazi rally at Madison Squa...
2025-03-29
26 min
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Ep 35: Disrupting Hate with Kenneth Schachter and guest Arnie Herz on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 35: Disrupting Hate with Arnie Herz Podcast Series: Disrupting Hate | Host: Kenneth Schachter | Guest: Arnie HerzIn this powerful episode of Disrupting Hate, host Kenneth Schachter welcomes Arnie Herz, attorney, mediator, and leader on the Board of Governors of the American Jewish Committee (AJC). Together, they explore the critical role AJC has played for over a century in combating antisemitism, advocating for Israel, and promoting democratic values around the world.Arnie offers a deep dive into AJC’s foundational work—from its beginnings in response to pogr...
2025-03-24
26 min
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Ep 34: The Fog of War and Humanity with RIchard Acritelli and guest Jack Brehm P3 on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Episode Description – Episode 34: The Fog of War and Humanity (Part 3) Featuring Chief Master Sergeant Jack Brehm Hosted by Richard Acritelli | hmTvIn this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Fog of War and Humanity, Richard Acritelli continues his riveting conversation with Chief Master Sergeant Jack Brehm (Ret.), a decorated Air National Guardsman from the 106th Rescue Wing and retired Suffolk County Police Officer.Jack reflects on his post-Gulf War deployments in the Middle East, his un...
2025-03-23
23 min
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Ep 32: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Jack Brehm P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 32: The Fog of War and Humanity – Part 1 Guest: Jack Brehm Host: Richard Acritelli | hmTv – Influential OriginsIn this gripping and deeply human episode of The Fog of War and Humanity, host Richard Acritelli sits down with retired Chief Master Sergeant and Suffolk County Police Officer Jack Brehm. In Part 1 of their conversation, Jack takes us back to his early years—from his childhood in Long Island to his unlikely path into the elite ranks of the New York Air National Guard’s 106th Rescu...
2025-03-23
25 min
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Ep 33: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Jack Brehm P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 33 – The Fog of War and Humanity with Jack Brehm (Part 2) Hosted by Richard Acritelli | hmTvIn Part 2 of this gripping series, retired Chief Master Sergeant and Suffolk County Police Officer Jack Brehm returns to share more harrowing and inspiring stories from his extraordinary career in the New York Air National Guard’s 106th Rescue Wing.From enduring SERE training in Washington State—complete with evasion exercises, mock POW camps, and psychological testing—to masterin...
2025-03-23
24 min
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Ep 31: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Zach Einstein Astrof P2 on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Title: Influential Origins Episode 31 – Part 2: Zach Einstein Astrof on Fighting Antisemitism on Campus Host: Alan Mindel Guest: Zach Einstein AstrofDescription: In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Alan Mindel sits down again with student activist Zach Einstein Astrof to explore the rising tide of antisemitism across college campuses in America. Zach shares his deeply personal motivation rooted in his family's Holocaust history, his experiences confronting hate speech and misinformation at the University of Maryland, and the pivotal conversations he...
2025-03-22
27 min
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Ep 30: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and guest Zach Einstein Astrof P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 30: Zach Einstein Astrof (Part 1) – Identity, Campus Life, and the Impact of October 7thIn this powerful and timely episode of Influential Origins, host Alan Mindel sits down with Zach Einstein Astrof, a passionate college student from Great Neck, New York, now studying Government and Politics at the University of Maryland. In Part 1 of this moving conversation, Zach shares his upbringing, early interests in sports and debate, and what led him to a life of civic engagement and Jewish advocacy.As the episode un...
2025-03-21
25 min
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Ep 29: That Really Happened with Richard Quinlan and guest Patrick Quinlan P2 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 29: The Genocide Connection – Burundi, Rwanda, and the Cost of InactionIn this compelling follow-up episode of That Really Happened on hmTv, host Rich Quinlan is joined once again by his son, Patrick Quinlan, to continue their discussion on genocide. This episode delves into the 1993 genocide in Burundi and its direct connection to the 1994 Rwandan genocide—two tragic events shaped by denial, international inaction, and historical repetition.They explore why governments deny past genocides, how inaction enables future atrocities, and...
2025-03-16
25 min
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Ep 28: That Really Happened with Richard Quinlan and guest Patrick Quinlan P1 on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 28: Understanding Genocide – A Conversation on Burundi with Patrick QuinlanIn this powerful episode of That Really Happened on hmTv, host Rich Quinlan is joined by his son, Patrick Quinlan, for a deep dive into the realities of genocide, focusing on Burundi’s overlooked history. Together, they explore the 10 stages of genocide, the devastating impact of dehumanization and denial, and how colonial history set the stage for conflict. They discuss the 1972 and 1993 genocides, the role of education in resistance, and why glob...
2025-03-16
25 min
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Ep 27: Doing Good, Doing Evil with Adi and guest Kenneth Bigel P2 on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Episode 27: Doing Good, Doing Evil (Part 2) with Dr. Kenneth BigelIn this thought-provoking continuation of Doing Good, Doing Evil, host Adi welcomes back her father, Dr. Kenneth Bigel, professor of finance and business ethics at Tur University. Together, they dive deeper into the moral and ethical foundations of Judaism, exploring the significance of commandments, rituals, and their impact on everyday life.Dr. Bigel discusses the Talmudic principles behind justice, the ripple effect of good deeds, and how Judaism serves as a system of morality beyond just...
2025-03-15
27 min
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Ep 26: Doing Good, Doing Evil with Adi and guest Kenneth Bigel P1 on hmTv
Send us a textPodcast Episode 26: Doing Good, Doing Evil (Part 1) – with Adi & Professor Kenneth BigelhmTv Podcast | Doing Good, Doing EvilIn this thought-provoking episode of Doing Good, Doing Evil, host Adi welcomes her father, Professor Kenneth Bigel, an expert in finance and business ethics at Touro University. Together, they explore the intersection of Jewish culture, biblical ethics, and morality in business and society.The conversation dives deep into: ✔️ The Bibas family tragedy and how global leadership respond...
2025-03-15
23 min
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Ep 25: The Fog of War and Humanity with RIchard Acritelli and guest Mel Cohen on hmTv
Send us a textThe Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and Guest Mel CohnIn this compelling episode of The Fog of War and Humanity on hmTv, host Richard Acritelli sits down with Mel Cohn, a true veteran’s veteran. Mel shares his incredible journey from growing up in Levittown, a community built by World War II veterans, to his own military service during the Vietnam era, where he was stationed in Taiwan guarding nuclear-armed aircraft.Mel reflects on the profound influence of his father, a World War II...
2025-03-11
27 min
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Ep 24: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Nicholas LoRusso on hmTv
Send us a textJoin host Rich Acritelli on hmTv for an insightful conversation with Lieutenant Colonel Nicholas "Nicky" LoRusso in this compelling episode titled "The Fog of War and Humanity." Lt. Col. LoRusso shares his inspiring journey from his early years growing up in Rocky Point, New York, to becoming a standout lacrosse athlete at West Point and a dedicated officer in the U.S. Army.Discover the powerful motivations behind his decision to serve following 9/11, his experiences as a military engineer leading critical route clearance missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, and...
2025-03-11
28 min
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Ep 23: Legacy Chronicles with Donna Rosenblum and guest Robert Wolf on hmTv
Send us a textLegacy Chronicles, hosted by Donna Rosenblum, explores meaningful stories of resilience, hope, and humanity. In this episode, Episode 23, Donna is joined by Robert Wolf, author of "Not Your Enemy," a powerful narrative detailing the remarkable survival and resilience of his parents, Holocaust survivors from Hungary. Robert shares personal insights into his parents' extraordinary journey, the challenges of growing up in a home marked by trauma and triumph, and his mission to educate others about the importance of combating hate and antisemitism today. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the enduring strength...
2025-03-10
25 min
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Ep 22: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and guest Donna Rosenblum on hmTv
Send us a textEpisode 22: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and Guest Donna Rosenblum on hmTvIn this episode of History Repeats, host Liam Carballal and guest Donna Rosenblum discuss the Wannsee Conference and its role in the implementation of the Holocaust.The conversation begins by tracing Hitler’s rise to power, starting with the Reichstag fire in 1933, which he used to justify consolidating totalitarian control. Donna explains how Nazi propaganda, early anti-Jewish laws, and the bo...
2025-03-06
25 min
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Ep 21: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and guest Richard Quinlan P2 on hmTv
Send us a textHistory Repeats – Rafael Trujillo, The Parsley Massacre & Sosúa Settlement (Part 2)In this episode of History Repeats on hmTv, host Liam Carballal welcomes back historian Richard Quinlin to continue their deep dive into the controversial and complex legacy of Rafael Trujillo. They explore his role in the 1938 Évian Conference, where he positioned the Dominican Republic as one of the few nations willing to accept Jewish refugees—while simultaneously committing the brutal Parsley Massacre against Haitians.The discussion delves into the paradox of Trujillo’s racial policies, his motivati...
2025-03-02
24 min
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Ep 20: History Repeats with Liam Carballal and guest Richard Quinlan P1 on hmTv
Send us a textHistory Repeats with Liam Carballal and Richard Quinlan (Part 1)In this episode of History Repeats on hmTv, host Liam Karballal sits down with Holocaust historian Richard Quinlan to explore the complex and controversial history of Rafael Trujillo, the former dictator of the Dominican Republic. The discussion delves into Trujillo’s rise to power, his brutal policies, and his contradictory role in both orchestrating a genocide and offering refuge to Jewish refugees during the Holocaust.The episode covers:A brief history of the Dominican Republic, its colonial pa...
2025-03-02
25 min
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Ep 18: The UN, Society, and Antisemitism with Susanne Seperson and guest Bill Tnglin P1 on hmTv
Send us a textThe UN, Society, and Antisemitism with Dr. Suzanne Bleiberg Seperson & Bill Tinglin (Part 1)In this inaugural episode of Antisemitism, the United Nations, and Society on hmTv, host Dr. Suzanne Bleiberg Seperson welcomes Bill Tinglin—author, activist, and journalist—for an insightful discussion on combating antisemitism and promoting Holocaust education.Bill shares his journey into Holocaust advocacy, detailing his collaborations with survivors and efforts to integrate Holocaust studies into school curricula. He emphasizes the parallels between the African-American and Jewish experiences, highlighting the importance of e...
2025-03-01
24 min