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

Title: L’Chaim – To Life Mythbuster: Gaza, the ABC and public service broadcasting (*from 5:45 mins)

Description: The ABC Watch’s Sharon Kuper comments on Henry Ergas’ Oration at the Sydney Institute.

Title: Dr Philip Bliss OAM – After 30 odd years of interfaith I thought we really not achieved a lot (*from 7:39 mins)

Description: Morry Frenkel speaks with Dr Philip Bliss OAM, former Chair, and currently Treasurer of the Australian Council of Christians and Jews, about the history and aims of that organisation, and his information guide, “Jewish Life Beyond Bagels: A Friendly Introduction to Jewish Life, Beliefs and Traditions”. Philip talks about the need for, and target audience of, the booklet and briefly describes its seven sections: Jews and Judaism in Australia; Religious Observance; What Jews Believe; Life Cycle Events; Conversion; Zionism and Israel; and Jewish Festivals. Philip aims to expand the audience by reaching out through workshops. People interested in exploring options for helping in this project should contact him at philipbliss@philipbliss.com.

Title: KAN English News Flash – August 19, 2026 at 2PM IDT (*from 28:12 mins)

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

Title: KAN English News Flash – August 19, 2026 at 2PM IDT (*from 28:12 mins)

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

Title: Eddy Boas and Shane Shmuel – Words lead to death. Hitler started with words. Hitler started with marches. Hitler finished with death (*from 35:09 mins)

Description: Maurice Klein speaks with Eddy Boas, Holocaust survivor, and the Australian Jewish Association's (AJA) Shane Shmuel. On August 30th the AJA is hosting an exclusive screening of the documentary “Reflections of Courage - the Eddy Boas story, that is based on and is an extension of Eddy's book “I AM NOT A VICTIM, I AM A SURVIVOR”. “Reflections of Courage” was awarded best Australian Documentary at the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival 2025, plus best feature documentary honours at Cannes, along with many other major awards at many major film festivals around the world. Eddy gives us an overview of his family surviving the Nazi concentration camps intact which is an absolute rarity, and then going on to make a new life in Australia. Shane Shmuel talks about the AJA has written an article about the Bialystock Ghetto Revolt - We Are Still Here, that just like Reflections Of Courage has a powerful message. Reflections Of Courage directed by Janet Shay (a previous guest on L'Chaim- To Life) explores the themes of resilience, identity and belonging, celebrating the human spirit's capacity for renewal and the essence of being an Australian Jew, a powerful documentary reminder of history's impact and the enduring significance of compassion. Screening in Melbourne ay 2.30 pm on August 30th will be followed by an one hour Q & A with Eddy Boas and Janet Shay. Tickets for the documentary screening can be purchased at https://events.humanitix.com/reflections-of-courage. Maurice Klein speaks with Eddy Boas, Holocaust survivor, and the Australian Jewish Association's (AJA) Shane Shmuel. On August 30th the AJA is hosting an exclusive screening of the documentary “Reflections of Courage - the Eddy Boas story, that is based on and is an extension of Eddy's book “I AM NOT A VICTIM, I AM A SURVIVOR”. “Reflections of Courage” was awarded best Australian Documentary at the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival 2025, plus best feature documentary honours at Cannes, along with many other major awards at many major film festivals around the world. Eddy gives us an overview of his family surviving the Nazi concentration camps intact which is an absolute rarity, and then going on to make a new life in Australia. Shane Shmuel talks about the AJA, and has written an article published in the Times of Israel 83 years since the Bialystock Ghetto Revolt - We Are Still Here, that just like Reflections Of Courage has a powerful message. Reflections Of Courage directed by Janet Shay (a previous guest on L'Chaim- To Life) explores the themes of resilience, identity and belonging, celebrating the human spirit's capacity for renewal and the essence of being an Australian Jew, a powerful documentary reminder of history's impact and the enduring significance of compassion. Screening in Melbourne ay 2.30 pm on August 30th will be followed by an one hour Q & A with Eddy Boas and Janet Shay. Tickets for the documentary screening can be purchased at https://events.humanitix.com/reflections-of-courage. To follow the Australian Jewish Association go to www.jewishassociation.org.au and on social media.

Title: Carla Sharp OAM  – Well recognised community contribution (*from 55:35 mins)

Description: Anita Frayman speaks with Carla Sharp OAM, who is the recipient of the Kings Birthday 2026 Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM). Carla received this well-deserved honour in recognition of her worthy service and significant voluntary contribution to Australian society. Throughout Carla’s entire life, she has been involved in community work. She has worked quietly and tirelessly, giving of herself to many organisations. Carla has never sought public recognition but has been motivated by her understanding that her voluntary work is an essential element in community well-being.

Title: Gareth Narunsky – Tomorrow’s AJN Headlines today (*from 64:42 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 66:33 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

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