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Hadassah Magazine Presents

Journalist Matti Friedman on Hannah Senesh, Israeli Resilience and Jewish Pride

April 28, 2026·58 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Hadassah Magazine Presents host Lisa Hostein speaks with Matti Friedman about his new book, ⁠Out of the Sky: Heroism and Rebirth in Nazi Europe⁠, on Hannah Senesh and the mission to rescue Jews during World War II. The renowned journalist and author discusses the enduring relevance of the ill-fated mission that became a Zionist legend as well as the challenges Israel faces today. Further ResourcesPurchase Out of the Sky on ⁠Bookshop⁠.Check out the latest from the author on his website, ⁠mattifriedman.com⁠.Follow the author on ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠X⁠.Read an ⁠interview with the author⁠ and a ⁠review of his book⁠ in Hadassah Magazine.The show is hosted by Hadassah Magazine Executive Editor Lisa Hostein and produced by Hadassah Magazine with the support of the Engagement and Marketing divisions of Hadassah. Our podcast editor is Arielle Kaplan.Follow Hadassah Magazine Presents wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Help others discover our podcast by writing a review. Liked this episode? Share with a friend! Please send any follow-up questions or feedback to ⁠engagement@hadassah.org⁠

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