
Stories of how people’s lives changed on and after October 7, 2023
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 75 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||

Recorded during the first days of Israel’s second war with the Iranian regime, this chapter explores the role of dark humor in moments of crisis. From bomb shelters to everyday interactions, laughter emerges as a powerful way to cope with fear, uncer... more
Professional para-athlete Asael Shabo lost his leg in a terror attack at the age of nine—an attack that also took the lives of several members of his family.
In this episode, he shares a personal update from wartime Israel, reflects on his journey t... more
In this episode, Manya Marcus speaks with award-winning Israeli screenwriter Eden Gurion about his latest film, called Remnants in English The film follows a teenage girl whose older sister was killed at the Nova music festival during the massacre in... more
Hi, this is Manya Marcus. It’s March 16th, 2026, and I’m recording this from not Israel. I was able to fly home last week and arrived back in Chicago just a few hours before Shabbat began.
What you’re about to hear are reflections from several peopl... more
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I listen to several podcasts a day that relate to Israel and the challenges we are facing today in the Jewish world, and I have to say that this is among my favourites. I think Manya Marcus is an exceptional host and interviewer, and I have the greatest respect for what she’s trying to accomplish.
This conversation means so much to me . My late husband sensed a special bond to Judaism and Jews. We, as Seventh Day Adventists hold the Shabbot as sacred and very dear. As a teacher he was able to attend one the yearly events at the Holocaust museum in Israel. We attended a conservative Synagogue often and attended classes. We explained we felt very indebted to Jews for the knowledge they preserved that is our roots as believers in Hashem . I urged him to get a DNA test and it came back southe... more
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I’m an Israeli that has listened to your podcast from the beginning. I especially like it because it’s not about taking sides, but making available the human side of these turbulent years. It has not only informed me of the atmosphere that the Jewish community is living in the diaspora,but has told the remarkable stories of Israeli’s surrounding me. Thank you for your compassionate interviews and your wonderful music at the end of every episode.
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Content explores poignant narratives from individuals impacted by the events of October 7, 2023, weaving together personal experiences and broader community reactions within the Jewish diaspora. Episodes often feature discussions about identity, trauma, resilience, and empathy, reflecting on the shifts in Jewish communal life and the surge of anti-Semitism following these tragic events. Notable themes include the challenges of maintaining culture and identity amidst societal changes and the importance of personal and community healing through storytelling and connection.
This podcast is distinguished by its empathetic narrative style and a diverse range of guests, including educators, activists, and community leaders, which contributes to ... more
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Recent guests on What Came After include:
1. Eden Gurion
2. Oz Bar-Liss
3. Nissim Eliyahu
4. Nadine Greenfield-Binstock
5. Aryeh Schwartz
6. Lynne Azarchi
7. Harlene Lichter Galen
8. Alissa Zeffren
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