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Send us a textPodcast Description – Ep. 192: Influential Origins with Alan Mindel and Guest Anthony Housefather (Part 2)In this gripping second installment, Influential Origins host Alan Mindel continues his powerful conversation with Canadian Member of Parliament Anthony Housefather. Together, they confront the disturbing global resurgence of antisemitism following the October 7th attacks and examine how it has infiltrated politics, education, and public discourse—especially in North America.Housefather speaks candidly about standing up to extremism on both the far right and far left, the weaponization of anti-Zionist rhetoric, and the challenges of protecting Jewish students on college campuses. He recounts his own principled stand against his party's legislation and outlines the critical need for political courage, bipartisan cooperation, and a clear definition of antisemitism in policy and education.This episode is a wake-up call for leaders and listeners alike. It’s not just about history—it’s about the fight for moral clarity in the present.Tune in to hmTv for an unflinching conversation about identity, courage, and the choices that shape our future.Support the show

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 today’s generation.Through candid conversation, the hosts share their vision for the series—highlighting themes such as moral courage vs. complicity, the peril of indifference, the power of propaganda, and ethical decision-making under pressure. Bernie reflects on the mission of the HMTC and the vital role of teaching young people to become upstanders in the face of hate, injustice, and misinformation.This preview episode sets the tone for a bold and timely podcast that bridges historical truth with modern leadership challenges—equipping listeners of all ages to lead with empathy, integrity, and purpose in a rapidly changing world.Subscribe now to Humanity Matters and join us on this essential journey of reflection, action, and leadership.Support the show

Send us a textIn Episode 189 of Ordinary Heroes, Bernie Furshpan sits down with Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center Vice Chair Jolanta Zamecka and CBN White House correspondent Kelly Wright to tackle the seismic aftermath of October 7th. No sugar‑coating: they explore how our museum reinvented its education programs, the White House’s high‑stakes bid for a hostages‑anchored ceasefire, and the war of ideas raging on college campuses. Then, they turn to the healing power of music—from a December 22 “Day of Hope” at the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance to a long‑overdue Congressional Medal of Honor for the Harlem Hellfighters. Raw, forward‑thinking, and ultimately hopeful, this episode proves that ordinary people can spark extraordinary change. Support the show

Send us a textIn Episode 187 of The Fog of War and Humanity, host Rich Aertelli sits down with Army Reserve Colonel and veteran attorney Gary Port to explore the crossroads of military service and civilian life. From Gary’s Brooklyn‑born roots and unexpected path into the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, to his work defending soldiers at courts‑martial in Texas and prosecuting cases during Brooklyn’s crack‑era homicide surge, this conversation spans decades of service, law, and community.Together they uncover:How a chance meeting with a JAG officer reshaped Gary’s careerThe highs and lows of defending soldiers far from homeWhat combat medics and Medal of Honor recipients taught him about trauma, duty, and silenceThe challenges veterans face in family courts—and why every lawyer needs to understand PTSD, military pensions, and veterans’ treatment programsJoin us for an honest, wide‑ranging discussion on leadership, service, and the human cost of war—both on and off the battlefield.Support the show

Send us a textPodcast Description – Episode 188: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Gary Port (Part 2) | hmTvIn Part 2 of this compelling conversation, host Richard Acritelli welcomes back Gary Port—Army Reserve Ambassador, attorney, and advocate for veterans—for an in-depth look at the legal, social, and emotional realities facing American service members past and present. From the nuanced definitions of what it means to be a "veteran" to navigating benefits, elder care, and the state’s underutilized support systems, Gary breaks down the critical issues that impact veterans' lives long after they’ve returned home.The episode also explores the evolution of military recruitment, the Army’s response to declining enlistment numbers post-COVID, and the innovative programs reshaping how we engage future soldiers—especially Gen Z. With stories from the front lines of law, policy, and public service, Gary brings humor, humility, and clarity to a topic too often buried under bureaucracy.Whether you’re a veteran, a military family member, or someone who just cares about those who served, this episode offers eye-opening insights and real-world advice straight from the source.Listen now and discover how the fog of war lifts when humanity steps in.Support the show

Send us a textEpisode 186: History Repeats — Part 2 In this second installment, Liam Carbal and Rich Acritelli trace the very origins of Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, revealing how Moscow’s miscalculated force ratios, bungled logistics, and fractured command left it face‑to‑face with a battle‑hardened Ukrainian defense. From daring special‑forces raids and cutting‑edge drone warfare to Europe’s rapid rearmament and NATO’s eastward surge, we explore how this conflict has reshaped the global balance of power. Along the way, we confront the human cost—mass graves, forced deportations, war‑crimes investigations—and ask what a just peace might demand when the guns finally fall silent. Tune in for a hard‑hitting analysis of one of the defining struggles of our time. Support the show

Send us a textIn Episode 184 of Life Talks, It’s Different Walks, Fred Nielsen tackles hustle with recent Stony Brook computer‑engineering grad Christopher Nielsen—whose college résumé looked more like a triathlon: punishing calc classes, back‑to‑back internships, and a 29‑hour campus job. Fueled by Boy Scout grit and a fear‑driven compass, Christopher shaved his three‑mile run from 30 to 21 minutes and is now bound for Marine Corps Officer Candidates School. If you think your to‑do list is long, wait ’til you hear how he turns discomfort into career superpowers. No sugar‑coating—just a forward‑thinking kick in the pants to set your own goals and chase what truly counts.Support the show

Send us a text In Episode 185 of History Repeats, Liam Carballal and Richard Acritelli trace Ukraine’s modern saga—from Stalin’s Holodomor and Khrushchev’s Crimea handoff to today’s brutal stalemate with Russia. They unpack how century‑old border tactics fuel the current conflict, explore the rise of drone warfare, and assess the West’s response as NATO pushes east. It’s a sharp‑eyed, witty deep dive into how past power plays set the stage for tomorrow’s security map—because if history teaches us anything, it’s that old lessons are the ones we keep repeating. Support the show

Send us a text In Episode 183 of The Dana Download, Dana Arschin sits down with award‑winning author Susan McClelland and illustrator Zena Frey to uncover the extraordinary true story behind Susan’s upcoming book Honor—a tale of a Jewish family’s two‑year hiding on a Ukrainian farm—and the artistic journey that sprang from it. Susan shares how on‑the‑ground research in Ukraine and archived family letters breathed life into the narrative, while Zena reveals how reading her father’s story transformed her relationship with art, memory, and resilience. From five‑minute charcoal sketches of Debra Messing to the power of survivor testimonies, this episode blends history, creativity, and heart. Tune in for honest conversation, a few laughs, and why keeping these stories alive is more urgent than ever. Support the show

Send us a textAt 99 and 96 respectively, Meir and Doris Yusupovix have outlived the ghettos of Papaniki and Łódź, the death march to Mauthausen—and even a brief imprisonment fighting for Israel’s independence. On Episode 182 of Legacy Chronicles: Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future, host Donna Rosenblum sits down with their daughter, second‑generation survivor Ronit Kessler, to talk family secrets, hidden tattoos, and the moment Meir was finally called to the Torah at his granddaughter’s Bat Mitzvah. From liberated birth certificates to repurposed toilet‑paper rolls, Ronit shows how her parents’ resilience has become her life’s mission—and how passing that torch can light the way for us all.Support the show