Maurice Klein speaks with Ambassador Paul Griffiths, Australia’s Ambassador to Israel since September 2020. Ambassador Griffiths is a senior career officer with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DAFT), his most recent overseas posting was Minister - Counsellor in Washington and he has previously served overseas in Jakarta, Manilla and Seoul.  We heard how Ambassador Griffiths got on his bike and rode all over Israel to tell the locals that the “Aussies Are Coming (for the 21st Maccabiah Games)”, putting together a stunning five minute promotional video showcasing our beautiful Israel, the eternal home of the Jewish people.  Ambassador Griffiths is keen to further build the Australia-Israel bilateral relationship during his term in Israel. You can follow Ambassador Griffiths at the Australia Embassy in Israel Facebook page and Twitter@AusAmbIsrael  PS, Check out what Ambassador Griffiths had to say about our L'Chaim tour guide, Effi Yaacobi.

Go tohttps://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-lifewhere you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.

If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is lchaim3zzz@gmail.com

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L'Chaim  Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE

Maurice Klein speaks with Ambassador Paul Griffiths, Australia’s Ambassador to Israel since September 2020. Ambassador Griffiths is a senior career officer with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DAFT), his most recent overseas posting was Minister - Counsellor in Washington and he has previously served overseas in Jakarta, Manilla and Seoul.  We heard how Ambassador Griffiths got on his bike and rode all over Israel to tell the locals that the “Aussies Are Coming (for the 21st Maccabiah Games)”, putting together a stunning five minute promotional video showcasing our beautiful Israel, the eternal home of the Jewish people.  Ambassador Griffiths is keen to further build the Australia-Israel bilateral relationship during his term in Israel. You can follow Ambassador Griffiths at the Australia Embassy in Israel Facebook page and Twitter@AusAmbIsrael  PS, Check out what Ambassador Griffiths had to say about our L'Chaim tour guide, Effi Yaacobi.
Go to <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life">https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life</a> where you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.
If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is <a href="mailto:lchaim3zzz@gmail.com">lchaim3zzz@gmail.com</a>
For only $16 Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for Seniors only $11 click on <a href="http://3zzz.com.au/">3ZZZ.com.au</a> Please ensure that you put "Jewish Group" clearly on your application form.
L'Chaim  Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE

A curated selection of interviews broadcast on L'Chaim - To Life with Maurice Klein, Wednesdays 9pm to 10pm on 3ZZZ 92.3FM in Melbourne, Australia or on the 3ZZZ website www.3zzz.com.au and click the "Listen Live' button.

If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim - To Life our email is  lchaim3zzz@gmail.com

Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for $16 per annum and for Seniors only $11 per annum click on https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/

L'Chaim   Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE

A curated selection of interviews broadcast on L'Chaim - To Life with Maurice Klein, Wednesdays 9pm to 10pm on 3ZZZ 92.3FM in Melbourne, Australia or on the 3ZZZ website <a href="http://www.3zzz.com.au">www.3zzz.com.au</a> and click the "Listen Live' button.
If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim - To Life our email is  <a href="mailto:l%27chaim3zzz@gmail.com">lchaim3zzz@gmail.com</a>
Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for $16 per annum and for Seniors only $11 per annum click on <a href="https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/">https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/</a>
L'Chaim   Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE

L'Chaim - To Life Podcasts

Jewish community focused interview-based program with regular segments including: news from Israel, opinion commentary, preview of next day’s AJN headlines, out-and-about-focus on upcoming community events, and more.

Listen live on 3ZZZ 92.3 FM in Melbourne, Australia or on the 3ZZZ website www.3zzz.com.au and click the "Listen Live' button.

If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim - To Life our email is  lchaim3zzz@gmail.com

Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for $16 per annum and for Seniors only $11 per annum click on https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/

L'Chaim   Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE

Jewish community focused interview-based program with regular segments including: news from Israel, opinion commentary, preview of next day’s AJN headlines, out-and-about-focus on upcoming community events, and more.
Listen live on 3ZZZ 92.3 FM in Melbourne, Australia or on the 3ZZZ website <a href="http://www.3zzz.com.au">www.3zzz.com.au</a> and click the "Listen Live' button.
If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim - To Life our email is  <a href="mailto:l%27chaim3zzz@gmail.com">lchaim3zzz@gmail.com</a>
Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for $16 per annum and for Seniors only $11 per annum click on <a href="https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/">https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/</a>
L'Chaim   Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE

L’Chaim - To Life Listen-on-demand

Jewish community focused interview-based program with regular segments including: news from around Australia and New Zealand, news from Israel, opinion commentary, preview of next day’s Australian Jewish News headlines, out-and-about-focus on upcoming community events, and more. Click on the button labelled "5 Playlists" below for: (1) L'Chaim - To Life Listen-on-demand for full episodes (2) L'Chaim - To Life Podcasts of interviews. (3) Exploring Israel with Effi for radio tours of Israel. (4) L'Chaim Mythbusters correcting myths about Israel and Jews. (5) Justin Amler for thoughts from our renowned wordsmith. Enjoy!

Listen live on 3ZZZ 92.3 FM in Melbourne, Australia or on the 3ZZZ website www.3zzz.com.au and click the "Listen Live' button.

If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim - To Life our email is  lchaim3zzz@gmail.com

Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for $16 per annum and for Seniors only $11 per annum click on https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/

L'Chaim   Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE

Jewish community focused interview-based program with regular segments including: news from around Australia and New Zealand, news from Israel, opinion commentary, preview of next day&rsquo;s&nbsp;Australian Jewish News headlines, out-and-about-focus on upcoming community events, and more. Click on the button labelled "5 Playlists" below for: (1) L'Chaim - To Life Listen-on-demand for full episodes (2) L'Chaim - To Life Podcasts of interviews. (3) Exploring Israel with Effi for radio tours of Israel. (4) L'Chaim Mythbusters correcting myths about Israel and Jews. (5) Justin Amler for thoughts from our renowned wordsmith. Enjoy!
Listen live on 3ZZZ 92.3 FM in Melbourne, Australia or on the 3ZZZ website <a href="http://www.3zzz.com.au">www.3zzz.com.au</a> and click the "Listen Live' button.
If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim - To Life our email is&nbsp; <a href="mailto:l%27chaim3zzz@gmail.com">lchaim3zzz@gmail.com</a>
Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for $16 per annum and for Seniors only $11 per annum click on <a href="https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/">https://www.3zzz.com.au/membership/</a>
L'Chaim&nbsp; &nbsp;Am Yisrael Chai&nbsp; &nbsp;PEACE

L’Chaim - To Life

Ambassador Paul Griffiths – meet our man in Israel

Gareth Narunsky

The program is replayed Fridays between 2PM and 3PM on Melbourne’s 3ZZZ 92.3FM

 

Tonight’s Pesach program is filled with Pesach music and comedy. Pesach Hag Sameach to all our listeners.

 

 

Title: Gareth Narunsky – AJN Headlines (*from 55:56 mins)

Description: We cross to Gareth Narunsky, the Australian Jewish News National Editor, for the headlines in this week’s edition of the paper.

 

Go tohttps://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-lifewhere you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.

If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is lchaim3zzz@gmail.com

For only $16 Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ for Seniors only $11 click on https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/. Please ensure that you put "Jewish Group" clearly on your application form.

Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE   L’Chaim

The program is replayed Fridays between 2PM and 3PM on Melbourne&rsquo;s 3ZZZ 92.3FM
&nbsp;
Tonight&rsquo;s Pesach program is filled with Pesach music and comedy. Pesach Hag Sameach to all our listeners.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Title: Gareth Narunsky &ndash; AJN Headlines (*from 55:56 mins)
Description: We cross to Gareth Narunsky, the Australian Jewish News National Editor, for the headlines in this week&rsquo;s edition of the paper.
&nbsp;
Go to <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life">https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life</a> where you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.
If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lchaim3zzz@gmail.com">lchaim3zzz@gmail.com</a>
For only $16 Please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ&nbsp;for Seniors only $11 click on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/">https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/</a>. Please ensure that you put "Jewish Group" clearly on your application form.
Am Yisrael Chai&nbsp; &nbsp;PEACE&nbsp;&nbsp; L&rsquo;Chaim

L'Chaim - To Life S15 E9 (01-04-2026) Pesach edition with the cast of “The Nanny”, The Shlomones, Israeli Philharmonic, Six 13, The Maccabeats, Gareth Narunsky and many more

Avi Yemini

Michael Gawenda

KAN English News Flash

Marc Felman KC

Community Noticeboard

The Voice of Zion

The program is replayed Fridays between 2PM and 3PM on Melbourne’s 3ZZZ 92.3FM

 

Title: Avi Yemini – Jews and Iranians coming together (*from 0:33 mins)

Description: Avi Yemini, the Australia Bureau Chief for Rebel News, in Caulfield, Melbourne, witnessing something many wouldn’t expect in the current climate — Jews and Iranians come together, not in conflict, but in celebration.

 

 

Title: Michael Gawenda – If you have a story to tell write a submission to the Royal Commission on antisemitism and social cohesion (*from 9:35 mins)

Description: Morry Frenkel speaks with Michael Gawenda, three-time Walkley award recipient, columnist, former foreign correspondent, author and writer behind the popular Substack newsletter, “Gawenda Unleashed”, about the importance of making a submission to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Michael describes his submission, which includes observations based on his unique position in Australia’s media landscape, as well as the effect on the Jewish Arts community of the wave of antisemitism that followed the horrific events of October, 2023. Listeners who have experienced or witnessed acts of antisemitism should make a submission to the Royal Commission by going to https://asc.royalcommission.gov.au/share-your-story/submissions or https://www.shareyourstory.org.au/. These sites also have links for assistance if that is required. Submissions can only be completed online and must be made BEFORE the end of May, 2026.

 

 

Title: KAN English News Flash – March 25, 2026 at 2PM IST (*from 23:50 mins)

The latest English language radio news bulletin from KAN, the Israeli Broadcasting Service.

 

 

Title: Marc Felman KC – Harnessing the law to combat antisemitism (*from 31:31 mins)

Description: Morry Frenkel speaks with Marc Felman KC, about the establishment of the Jewish Centre for Law and Justice (JCLJ), a national, independent, legal organisation that is dedicated to tackling antisemitism through the legal system. Marc talks about some of the work the JCLJ has been involved in and the ways in which the organisation complements the activities of Jewish community groups in combating antisemitism. The JCLJ seeks legal professionals to join its pro bono network; volunteers, whether they are lawyers, students or community members who are able to contribute their skills or time; and finally, it needs donations to support its work (donations are tax-deductible for amounts greater than $2). Go to www.jclj.org/ for further information and www.jclj.org/contact-us/ to request legal help.

 

 

Title: Gareth Narunsky – Tomorrow’s AJN Headlines today (*from 46:54 mins)

Description: We cross to Gareth Narunsky, the Australian Jewish News National Editor, for the headlines in this week’s edition of the paper.

 

 

Title: Sharon Kuper – L’Chaim - To Life Community Noticeboard (*from 48:48 mins)

Description: Sharon Kuper previews this coming week’s community events. To get WhatsApp notifications of Jewish Community Events go to https://chat.whatsapp.com/IvXuBBkF6SpCNMqANac6Y9

 

 

Title: The Voice of Zion - Shema Israel (Hear O Israel) and The Greatest Commandments (*from 55:47 mins)

Description: Two worship songs inspired by the biblical Shema, blending Hebrew rhythm with a romantic, cinematic ballad atmosphere. This is a heart-level declaration of faith: to love Adonai with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength—and to love your neighbour as yourself.

 

 

 

Go tohttps://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-lifewhere you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.

If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is lchaim3zzz@gmail.com

For only $16 p.a., please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ; for Seniors only $11p.a. To join online, click on https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/. Please ensure that you put "Jewish Group" clearly on your application form.

Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE   L’Chaim

The program is replayed Fridays between 2PM and 3PM on Melbourne&rsquo;s 3ZZZ 92.3FM
&nbsp;
Title: Avi Yemini &ndash; Jews and Iranians coming together (*from 0:33 mins)
Description: Avi Yemini, the Australia Bureau Chief for Rebel News, in Caulfield, Melbourne, witnessing something many wouldn&rsquo;t expect in the current climate &mdash; Jews and Iranians come together, not in conflict, but in celebration.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Title: Michael Gawenda &ndash; If you have a story to tell write a submission to the Royal Commission on antisemitism and social cohesion (*from 9:35 mins)
Description:&nbsp;Morry Frenkel speaks with Michael Gawenda, three-time Walkley award recipient, columnist, former foreign correspondent, author and writer behind the popular Substack newsletter, &ldquo;Gawenda Unleashed&rdquo;, about the importance of making a submission to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Michael describes his submission, which includes observations based on his unique position in Australia&rsquo;s media landscape, as well as the effect on the Jewish Arts community of the wave of antisemitism that followed the horrific events of October, 2023. Listeners who have experienced or witnessed acts of antisemitism should make a submission to the Royal Commission by going to <a href="https://asc.royalcommission.gov.au/share-your-story/submissions">https://asc.royalcommission.gov.au/share-your-story/submissions</a> or <a href="https://www.shareyourstory.org.au/">https://www.shareyourstory.org.au/</a>. These sites also have links for assistance if that is required. Submissions can only be completed online and must be made BEFORE the end of May, 2026.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Title: KAN English News Flash &ndash; March 25, 2026 at 2PM IST (*from 23:50 mins)
The latest English language radio news bulletin from KAN, the Israeli Broadcasting Service.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Title: Marc Felman KC &ndash; Harnessing the law to combat antisemitism (*from 31:31 mins)
Description:&nbsp;Morry Frenkel speaks with Marc Felman KC, about the establishment of the Jewish Centre for Law and Justice (JCLJ), a national, independent, legal organisation that is dedicated to tackling antisemitism through the legal system. Marc talks about some of the work the JCLJ has been involved in and the ways in which the organisation complements the activities of Jewish community groups in combating antisemitism. The JCLJ seeks legal professionals to join its pro bono network; volunteers, whether they are lawyers, students or community members who are able to contribute their skills or time; and finally, it needs donations to support its work (donations are tax-deductible for amounts greater than $2). Go to <a href="http://www.jclj.org/">www.jclj.org/</a> for further information and <a href="http://www.jclj.org/contact-us/">www.jclj.org/contact-us/</a> to request legal help.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Title: Gareth Narunsky &ndash; Tomorrow&rsquo;s AJN Headlines today (*from 46:54 mins)
Description: We cross to Gareth Narunsky, the Australian Jewish News National Editor, for the headlines in this week&rsquo;s edition of the paper.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Title: Sharon Kuper &ndash; L&rsquo;Chaim - To Life Community Noticeboard (*from 48:48 mins)
Description:&nbsp;Sharon Kuper previews this coming week&rsquo;s community events. To get WhatsApp notifications of Jewish Community Events go to <a href="https://chat.whatsapp.com/IvXuBBkF6SpCNMqANac6Y9">https://chat.whatsapp.com/IvXuBBkF6SpCNMqANac6Y9</a>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Title: The Voice of Zion - Shema Israel (Hear O Israel) and The Greatest Commandments (*from 55:47 mins)
Description: Two worship songs inspired by the biblical Shema, blending Hebrew rhythm with a romantic, cinematic ballad atmosphere. This is a heart-level declaration of faith: to love Adonai with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength&mdash;and to love your neighbour as yourself.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Go to <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life">https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life</a> where you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.
If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lchaim3zzz@gmail.com">lchaim3zzz@gmail.com</a>
For only $16 p.a., please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ;&nbsp;for Seniors only $11p.a. To join online, click on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/">https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/</a>. Please ensure that you put "Jewish Group" clearly on your application form.
Am Yisrael Chai&nbsp; &nbsp;PEACE&nbsp;&nbsp; L&rsquo;Chaim

L'Chaim - To Life S15 E8 (25-03-2026) with Avi Yemini, Michael Gawenda, Marc Felman KC, Gareth Narunsky and Sharon Kuper

Morry Frenkel speaks with Michael Gawenda, three-time Walkley award recipient, columnist, former foreign correspondent, author and writer behind the popular Substack newsletter, “Gawenda Unleashed”, about the importance of making a submission to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Michael describes his submission, which includes observations based on his unique position in Australia’s media landscape, as well as the effect on the Jewish Arts community of the wave of antisemitism that followed the horrific events of October, 2023. Listeners who have experienced or witnessed acts of antisemitism should make a submission to the Royal Commission by going to https://asc.royalcommission.gov.au/share-your-story/submissions or https://www.shareyourstory.org.au/. These sites also have links for assistance if that is required. Submissions can only be completed online and must be made BEFORE the end of May, 2026.

Go tohttps://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-lifewhere you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.

If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is lchaim3zzz@gmail.com

For only $16 p.a., please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ; for Seniors only $11p.a. To join online, click on https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/. Please ensure that you put "Jewish Group" clearly on your application form.

Am Yisrael Chai   PEACE   L’Chaim

Morry Frenkel speaks with Michael Gawenda, three-time Walkley award recipient, columnist, former foreign correspondent, author and writer behind the popular Substack newsletter, &ldquo;Gawenda Unleashed&rdquo;, about the importance of making a submission to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Michael describes his submission, which includes observations based on his unique position in Australia&rsquo;s media landscape, as well as the effect on the Jewish Arts community of the wave of antisemitism that followed the horrific events of October, 2023. Listeners who have experienced or witnessed acts of antisemitism should make a submission to the Royal Commission by going to <a href="https://asc.royalcommission.gov.au/share-your-story/submissions">https://asc.royalcommission.gov.au/share-your-story/submissions</a> or <a href="https://www.shareyourstory.org.au/">https://www.shareyourstory.org.au/</a>. These sites also have links for assistance if that is required. Submissions can only be completed online and must be made BEFORE the end of May, 2026.
Go to <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life">https://omny.fm/shows/lchaim-to-life</a> where you will find a full library of past programs and past podcasts.
If you would like to contact us here at L'Chaim our email is&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lchaim3zzz@gmail.com">lchaim3zzz@gmail.com</a>
For only $16 p.a., please consider becoming a member of the Jewish Group here at 3ZZZ;&nbsp;for Seniors only $11p.a. To join online, click on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/">https://www.3zzz.com.au/get-involved/membership/</a>. Please ensure that you put "Jewish Group" clearly on your application form.
Am Yisrael Chai&nbsp; &nbsp;PEACE&nbsp;&nbsp; L&rsquo;Chaim

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