Not all superheroes wear capes! For our 10th episode, we're thrilled to welcome Becky Kupchan Berman to The Home Front Podcast.

Remember the excitement of hitting double digits as a kid? That's the vibe we're bringing to this milestone episode, celebrating the everyday heroes making a real difference.

Becky has raised $12,000 for Project Eishet Chayal, an initiative she launched to support families of IDF soldiers. She’s distributed over 200 Wolt gift cards, lightening the load for mothers solo-parenting while their husbands defend Israel.

We talk about her incredible impact, life in Be’er Sheva and her experience at Ben Gurion University during the war.

And - of course - a big thank you for being here for lucky number 10! Your support means everything. If you’ve enjoyed the show, please smash the subscribe button and share this episode with your friends.

Meet Leron Bernstein, the Director of Innovation at Koren Publishers and the everyday neighbour from Israel we all wish we had. He has adopted the family of a fallen IDF soldier, performs with his band for Israel's soldiers and project managed the creation of a new book about heroism on October 7th.

Leron's story is one of what it means to care about our fellow people and a true reminder that not all heroes wear capes.

Every time I talk to him, I get goosebumps - and that happened a lot throughout this episode!

War is a matter of life and death. While Israelis are focused on survival, discussing business can seem secondary - but it is necessary.

Most of us know to run in the opposite direction of danger. When it comes to Israel, that common sense doesn’t seem to apply. Despite Israel being at war, tourists and foreign volunteers keep coming. So, if you’re going to visit Israel now, what do you need to know?

Most of us want to get our news and trust that it’s reliable. Yet, when it comes to Israel, the media has become its own complex battleground.

Stay tuned until the end - Chaim gives one of the most surprising answers to what is giving him hope today!

How do we celebrate during a war? DJ Miri Petel shares her insights from recent gatherings and how they can guide us through this upcoming Yom Ha'Atzmaut (Israel's Independence Day). Learn how Israel's DJs are helping society heal, and when it’s okay to pause the party. We also explore what happening today in Israel's music scene and talk about Eden Golan's Eurovision entry, a song that has united our people - a rare and inspiring feat. Tune in for more about music, resilience, and rebuilding trust during turbulent times.

Moshe Daniel, a dog-assisted therapist, discusses his work as a mental health professional during wartime in Israel. He shares insights from treating Israeli soldiers, displaced families, and youth with severe mental illnesses. We also explore trauma treatment and the evolving landscape of mental health services in Israel. Plus, Moshe offers practical tips on how your dog can support you during times of turmoil.

Rivkie Telsner, CEO of All Things Israel, is among the thousands of Israeli civilians volunteering as a means to contribute to the war effort. We hear firsthand about her own experiences on the ground, and Rivkie shares personal anecdotes assisting displaced families, IDF soldiers, farmers and others affected by the crisis. One more spoiler: she’s baked 3,000+ cookies for soldiers inspired by the famous story of Rachel from Ofakim.