Rachel Goldberg shares her heart-wrenching story as the mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, kidnapped by Hamas. She recounts the chaos of the attack, highlighting the emotional turmoil families face during this crisis. The podcast delves into the desperate search for missing loved ones and the grief that envelops affected families. Rachel emphasizes the human connections formed through shared sorrow and the urgent need for empathy amid the conflict. Her insights provide a poignant look at the personal impact of a complex tragedy.

Vice President Kamala Harris discusses the alarming implications of Donald Trump’s rhetoric about using the military against dissenters. She warns of the risks a second Trump term could pose to democracy. Meanwhile, Rachel and Jon Polin share their heart-wrenching story of their son, Hersh, an Israeli-American hostage murdered by Hamas, emphasizing their fight for justice amidst deep personal loss and grieving. This episode captures the intense political climate and its human impact as the election approaches.

Rachel Goldberg and Jon Polin discuss seeing proof of life of their son Hersh Goldberg-Polin for the first time after he was severely wounded and taken hostage by Hamas. They talk about Hersh's video, his severe injury, decision to approve media release, reactions to US campus protests, and the possibility of Israeli elections amidst the crisis.