In Episode 5 of Giborim Podcast we meet Eran Masas. Eran didn't need to do what he did on October 7th but, at the same time, he had no choice. He was a retired officer in the reserves, a husband, a father of 4. When he heard what was happening, his higher-self pushed him to dig out his old uniform, grab his pistol, and drive directly to the scene.

Eran's heroics and willingness to make up new rules in a time of total chaos saved lives and honored fallen souls.

Listen to Eran's story, a pure light within a sea of darkness.

Episode 1 is part 1 of 2 with Rabbi David Machness, David is a miluimnik, or a reservist soldier, who was originally a non-combat army medic who found himself suddenly converted to combat. David tells us his story beginning with getting the call on on October 7th through multiple missions in Gaza. David shares with us his experience dealing with fear, experiencing miracles, and what it was like serving under the iconic commander, the late Tomer Greenberg, who fell in battle. This is David’s story.

Welcome to the Giborim Podcast, where we meet Jewish heroes and hear their stories of stepping up in the aftermath of the dark day, October 7th.

Today’s episode is part II of our conversation with David Machness. In part I, David shared his experiences at the onset of the war, how he coped with fear, and recounted their miraculous and successful first mission in Gaza. In part II, David delves into the more complex missions that followed and shares what it was like to serve under the iconic leader, Tomer Greenberg, of blessed memory.