Legends Among Us – Details, episodes & analysis

Dr Yechiel Leiter, Israel’s Ambassador to the United States, lost not only his son but also his best friend Moshe Leiter. A father of six, actively involved in volunteer work as well as on the path to becoming a doctor, as his parent, Yechiel could not be more proud. In this inaugural episode, he opens up about Moshe's dedication,  unwavering values, and the profound impact that his sacrifice had on his family and the nation. Meet this legend among us.

To access the educational guide that complements this episode, see RabbiBenji.com/legends.

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund and leads many important initaitives. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org.

Host Rabbi Dr. Benji Levy, introduces "Legends Among Us", a unique podcast series that reflects on the lives and legacies of ordinary people that did extraordinary things and the legends among us that emerged from these tragedies.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends.

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org.

Death leaves a gaping hole for so many loved ones. In this mini-series, we look at 3 different perspectives on the loss of a soul - particularly that of 22 year old Ben Zussman. We begin with his Grandmother: Edna Zussman. She shares about the struggle of learning of his death, soon after the death of her nephew Yosef Guedalia. She explains the importance of the respect people should have for our soldiers who protect humanity and reveals so much more in the process. Meet this Legend Among Us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see RabbiBenji.com/legends.

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund and leads many other important initiatives. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org.

Every individual who dies leaves behind a gaping hole for so many loved ones. In this mini-series, we look at three different perspectives on the loss of soul. Tzvi is Ben Zussman's father. He shares his unique bond with his son, the honesty and integrity of their relationship and how he copes with this profound loss. Every person who dies leaves behind a gaping hole for their loved ones. In this mini-series, we look at three different perspectives of one lost soldier. Meet this legend among us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends.

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org.

Every individual who dies leaves behind a gaping hole for loved ones. Sarit Zussman is the mother of Ben and has become a symbol of strength. She talks about how she found out about his death and how she did not fall into despair but pulled the family together in an instant. She discusses how to have real joy, her relationship with her son, and coping with the loss of a family member. In this mini-series, we look at three different perspectives on the loss of soul. Meet this legend among us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends.

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org.

On October 7 2023 Rabbi Doron Perez blessed his two sons before they ran to help on the Gaza border. Yonatan was shot and Daniel was kidnapped. 10 days later, Yonatan got married with the status of Daniel unknown. Months later Daniel was declared dead and we continue to pray for the return of his body. Listen to Rabbi Perez’s gripping story and learn from his profound insights. Meet this legend among us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends 

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org

Moshe and his son Eliad were running to the municipality to open bomb shelters, in an attempt to protect anyone they could, when they were outnumbered by terrorists. Rabbi Benji sat down with their sister and aunt, Michal Santhouse, to discuss the legacy of these heroes who saved hundreds of people. Meet this legend among us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org

During the Passover vacation, Rabbi Leo Dee was with three children in one car, while his wife Lucy and two daughters, Maia and Rina were in the other car. He decided to take a different route that would change his life forever. Terrorists brutally murdered all three in the other car and Rabbi Dee continues to give life and hope to so many in their honor. Meet this legend among us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund. To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org

Senai and Yosef Guedalia had just celebrated their first wedding anniversary. Yosef, 22 years old, was approaching the end of his army service which he had optionally extended. Life for Senai and Yosef was only just getting started when the unimaginable became a reality. On October 7th 2023, Yosef was killed saving the lives of others in Kfar Aza. In response to the tragedy, Senai has leaned into the opportunity to share Yosef’s legacy, to bring hope and to inspire. In this episode, she opens up about the unique bond that they shared and the void that his absence has left behind. Meet this Legend Among Us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund and an Advisor to the IDF Orphans & Widows Org. 

To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org and idfwo.org/en/ 

On December 10th 2023, Ari Zenilman, aged 32 was killed in battle in Khan Yunis, less than 3 months after his third child was born. Travel through the emotional rollercoaster with Chava as she talks about spending the first year after his death in survival mode and the second year understanding and dealing with reality kicking in. Listen as she shares the meaning of the name they chose for their daughter and experience the power of divine inspiration. Meet this Legend Among Us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund and an Advisor to the IDF Orphans & Widows Org. 

To support victims of terror, donate to onefamilytogether.org and idfwo.org/en/