The Israel Connection
The Israel Connection – Hosted by Esti Zenati, this engaging podcast explores all things Israel. Every other week, Esti welcomes a special guest with a unique connection to Israel—diving into culture, history, current events, and personal stories. Whether you’re deeply connected to Israel or just curious to learn more, this podcast offers insightful and meaningful conversations that bring Israel to life.
The Israel Connection
The Israel Connection: The Unbroken Voice - Leat Corinne Unger
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When Omer Shemtov was kidnapped from the Nova Festival on October 7, 2023, his cousin, Leat Corinne Unger became his global voice alongside his parents and siblings. In this raw conversation with Esti Zenati, Leat recounts her 500-day battle for Omer’s freedom—from the halls of the UN to a pivotal meeting at Mar-a-Lago.
The most chilling revelation? While in the tunnels, Omer saw footage of Leat’s advocacy on Al Jazeera. In a place where captors told him he was forgotten, his cousin’s voice was the lifeline that kept him alive.
Leat opens up about the "aftermath" of his release: the complex guilt, the struggle with post-release depression, and her new mission to combat rising antisemitism at UC Berkeley and other college campuses around the US. This is a story of a family’s bond, a survivor's resilience, and a fight that didn't end when the hostage came home.
