GIBORIM: Everyday Jewish Heroes and the Leadership Within

In Episode 5 of Giborim Podcast we meet Eran Masas. Eran didn't need to do what he did on October 7th but, at the same time, he had no choice. He was a retired officer in the reserves, a husband, a father of 4. When he heard what was happening, his higher-self pushed him to dig out his old uniform, grab his pistol, and drive directly to the scene.

Eran's heroics and willingness to make up new rules in a time of total chaos saved lives and honored fallen souls.

Listen to Eran's story, a pure light within a sea of darkness.

Episode 1 is  part 1 of 2 with Rabbi David Machness, David is a miluimnik, or a reservist soldier, who was originally a non-combat army medic who found himself suddenly converted to combat. David tells us his story beginning with getting the call on on October 7th through multiple missions in Gaza. David shares with us his experience dealing with fear, experiencing miracles, and what it was like serving under the iconic commander, the late Tomer Greenberg, who fell in battle. This is David’s story.

Today’s episode is part II of our conversation with David Machness. In part I, David shared his experiences at the onset of the war, how he coped with fear, and recounted their miraculous and successful first mission in Gaza. In part II, David delves into the more complex missions that followed and shares what it was like to serve under the iconic leader, Tomer Greenberg, of blessed memory.

This episode is in honor of our fallen as we commemorate Yom Hazikaron, the Israeli day to remember our heroes who fell in battle defending our country.

This year I was invited to talk about my heroes, Yair Katz, Zechariah Pesach Haber, and Netzer Simchi, may their memory be a blessing.

These three heroes fell while defending the Jewish people and the country of Israel in the aftermath of October 7th.

The GIBORIM Podcast interviews Jewish heroes since that dark day of October 7th. Listen to the stories and first hand accounts from soldiers and inspired civilians from one incredible nation.