hmTv at HMTC Podcasts Ep 218: Ordinary Heroes with Bernie Furshpan and guest Elie Honig on hmTv
Ordinary Heroes – Episode 218 with Bernie Furshpan and guest Elie Honig
In this compelling episode of Ordinary Heroes on hmTv, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with Elie Honig—former federal prosecutor, CNN senior legal analyst, bestselling author, and grandson of Holocaust survivors—for an eye-opening conversation about justice, power, and resilience.
Honig shares insights from his years prosecuting mob bosses in the Southern District of New York, reflects on the proud and complex tradition of the “sovereign district,” and unpacks the challenges of protecting prosecutorial independence in an era of political pressure. He discusses his bestselling books Hatchet Man and Untouchable, his upcoming work on the history of the DOJ’s investigations of U.S. presidents, and his mission to explain complex legal issues to the public with clarity and fairness.
The dialogue goes deeper as Honig connects his professional life to his personal heritage, sharing powerful stories about his grandparents’ survival of the Holocaust and the legacy of resilience he carries forward. Together, Bernie and Elie explore the importance of integrity in public service, lessons for young lawyers, and why Holocaust remembrance is vital for safeguarding democracy today.
This episode blends history, law, and personal legacy into a conversation that inspires courage, sharpens perspective, and reminds us that “ordinary heroes” can change the course of communities and nations.