The Do Good Podcast

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this deeply moving episode of the Do Good Podcast, we meet Sarah Marco , a woman whose story is shaped by both profound loss and extraordinary purpose. Born in the UK and now calling Sydney home for over two decades, Sarah’s world was turned upside down just days before the events of October 7 attacks, when she tragic...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood This week, we do something a little different. The host becomes the guest. In a powerful role reversal, Yocheved Kim Rutenberg, founder of Sword of Iron, steps into the hosting seat to interview Brad Solomon. What unfolds is raw, real, and deeply personal. Brad shares his journey of travelling to Israel nine times since...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this deeply thoughtful and spiritually rich episode of The Do Good Podcast , I’m joined by Ella Ray , an energy healer from Israel whose story, work, and perspective sit at the intersection of healing, identity, resilience, spirituality, and inner transformation . With roots that are both Colombian and Israeli , Ella...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood This week’s episode of The Do Good Podcast is different. No guest. No conversation. Just a moment to pause… and to feel what is really happening right now. As Jews around the world prepare to sit down for Passover , telling the ancient story of survival, exile, and liberation… that story no longer feels distant. It feels...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood David Baden’s connection to Israel began back in 1983 , when he studied at Tel Aviv University . Since then, Israel has never been far from his heart, with David returning almost every year and building a lifelong relationship with the land and its people. When October 7th happened, horror quickly turned into something d...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this episode, I sit down with Shmuli Weissler to talk about his employment venture, Cruitie, a career support company dedicated to helping English speaking professionals find meaningful work in Israel. Cruitie was created to solve a very real challenge. Many talented English speakers move to Israel full of ambition an...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood The Do Good Podcast is a space for real stories of compassion, courage, and action. In each episode, we sit down with people who choose to step forward rather than stand by. From volunteers on the ground, to leaders, change makers, and everyday individuals who quietly make a difference, these conversations shine a light...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this deeply moving episode, we speak with Daniela Hupenbecker, a non Jewish woman from Berlin whose life took an unexpected turn after the events of October 7. Watching from Germany, she found herself horrified by what she was seeing unfold in Israel and equally disturbed by the hostility emerging on the streets of he...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Aron Schoenfeld, founder of Smile for Kids, a grassroots Israeli charity dedicated to bringing joy, relief and emotional support to children facing trauma and hardship and illness Aron shares how Smile for Kids began with a simple but powerful idea: no child should feel forgotte...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood On October 6, 2023, Benay Weinribb was living in Austin, Texas, when she unexpectedly lost her job. At the time it felt unsettling. In hindsight, it felt like preparation. A few months later, while visiting her parents in New York for a family simcha, Benay made a decision that would redefine her year. With family connec...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this deeply moving episode, we are joined by Rachel Feldman from Montpellier, Vermont, an American whose connection to Israel spans decades and whose life was irrevocably changed by October 7. Rachel had previously lived and worked in Israel as part of the Israel Teaching Fellows programme, supporting underperforming...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood Helping Hands on the Farm — Shabbat Otef Farming in Israel Since the outbreak of war, communities across Israel have rallied to support each other in new and meaningful ways. One of these grassroots responses is ShabbatOtefFarming.com , an initiative that connects volunteers with local farmers in need of extra help. Elis...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this episode, we speak with Aaliyah Fastman, co-founder of Tel Aviv–based cooking studio Citrus & Salt, about how a small, community-driven food business was suddenly transformed by the events of October 7.  Aaliyah shares the deeply personal story of how Citrus & Salt pivoted from hosting cooking classes and...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood Today we’re spotlighting Lives of Others , a remarkable dog rescue charity in Ramat Gan, Israel run by Tali Abadi and a dedicated team committed to transforming the lives of abandoned and mistreated dogs. This isn’t a typical shelter — it’s a network of home-style sanctuaries where dogs are rehabilitated with patience, l...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In the aftermath of October 7, as Israel faced one of the most challenging moments in its history, Chaim Rutenberg helped create a powerful grassroots initiative: Beef Up Our Boys . What started as a simple idea getting high-protein food to soldiers on the front lines - quickly became a movement of care, resilience, and...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood Season 2 kicks off with an absolute inspiration. In Episode 1, we’re joined by Yocheved Rutenberg, CEO and founder of the Sword of Iron group, who shares her powerful journey of commitment to the people and land of Israel. Yocheved gives us an inside look at what Sword of Iron is planning for 2026, how the community has...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood As we close out Season One of The Do Good Podcast , Brad takes a moment to reflect with gratitude on all of the inspiring stories shared so far. In this special episode, he shares the studio with Tikva—a true hero dog who survived being shot on October 07 and was rescued from the streets of the Negev. While Tikva can’t t...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this moving episode, we welcome Vicki Kaplan from Melbourne , whose life was transformed after October 7. Deeply connected to Israel, Vicki felt called to act — traveling back and forth to volunteer on the ground with organizations like Leket, Tachlit, Meir Panim, J17 Vegan Food Van, and of course, Sar-El .  Her servi...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this moving episode, we sit down with Shoshana from New Jersey , whose life took a powerful turn after the events of October 7 . Compelled to act, she traveled to Israel alone , and soon returned with her family and two sons to continue volunteering across the country. From Chamals to BBQs for soldiers , from picking...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this deeply moving episode, we hear from Naomi Feinmesser , who made Aliyah from North London 14 years ago with a young family. Now living in Israel, Naomi shares the incredible story of how she and her friend Illana launched a volunteer initiative dedicated to supporting the wives of IDF soldiers —women holding their...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this special episode, we sit down with Jody Comins , whose winters in Israel have become a living testament to the power of volunteering. Jody has thrown herself wholeheartedly into service — from waving flags in solidarity with families of murdered hostages, to harvesting spring onions with Leket, tying Tzitzit, and...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this deeply moving episode, we speak with Revital Ben-Tzur Yosef , a mother of two and former tech professional who managed a small company from Tel Aviv, whose life took a transformative turn just days after October 7 . After reading a heartbreaking message about soldiers surviving on canned food alone, Revital looke...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, we meet Michelle Cypes , an American living in Israel , whose response to the tragedy of October 7 was simple, powerful, and deeply personal: she baked cookies . With one of her sons returning from abroad to serve, Michelle turned to her passion for baking as a way to give back...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Doris Schyman , a true force of dedication and resilience. A veteran Sar El volunteer —with an incredible 24 missions under her belt —Doris shares how the events of October 7 , which she experienced firsthand in Israel, reignited her deep commitment to serve. The moment she retu...

Let us know what you think of each episode when you have had a listen #dogood In this uplifting and emotional episode, we’re joined by Rivkah Esther , whose strong connection to Israel pulled her to action after October 7. What began as a simple trip to attend a friend’s wedding turned into an extended stay filled with spontaneous acts of service —all sparked by a deep desire to help, even without...