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Avihai Tahia, a young singer and creator, shares the story behind his song 'Not Losing Hope.' He talks about his family's return to faith inspired by him, an impromptu performance with Benaya Barabi that left no eye dry, and reveals why he shelved 600 songs he wrote. For the first time, he shares his feelings on the night he felt truly helpless.

Growing up in Tel Aviv, total dedication to music, and an early move to London. Daniel Admon, a musician who returned to religious observance after playing with renowned artists in Israel and abroad, shares his journey upon releasing his song 'With Joy.' This includes breaking points in his religious return, exploring Christianity, Buddhism, and Islam, and the morning he left his non-Jewish wife.

Last Thursday marked the dedication of a Torah scroll in memory of fallen soldier Amit Ben Yigal, through an initiative by the Hidabroot organization. In a special interview, various captivating individuals share the emotional and rare events that unfolded around and following the event.

Ruth Cohen breaks a decade-long male dominance by winning the World Bible Contest. On Shavuot, she reveals her self-doubt, desire to win, her rigorous study schedule, and her bible exam grades.

A fashion show at the Tel Aviv port, living in Australia, and an endless search for purpose. Eiran and Revital Baleli, a couple of artists who returned to Judaism, share the significant moments in their lives and the creative way they make a living during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eight months after Rina Shnerb was murdered while on a trip with her brother and father, Rabbi Shnerb shares the most difficult moments in his life, the religious and charitable initiatives that emerged following her death, the tzitzit that served as a tourniquet, and the great comfort that unexpectedly entered their lives as they welcome a new baby girl.

The COVID-19 crisis presents many families with the challenge of maintaining a happy family life under the pressure cooker environment of quarantine. To help, we enlisted relationship experts Moshe Sharon, Rabbi Naftali Marcus, and Sharon Adam, who share their golden advice that could change your life in these tough times and accompany you in the future.

A deep sense of alienation, establishment in the world of media, and working for the Likud campaign. Yaara Zarad, journalist for Channel 20 and Galei Israel, shares in a first interview about her closeness to a life of Torah and mitzvot, and reveals the act by a scout leader that caused her to suddenly leave the movement.

Naftali Kempeh, who transitioned from being a kumzitz singer to a recognized artist in Hasidic music, shares about his Lithuanian upbringing, the sad passing of his mother close to his wedding, the challenges he faced in the yeshiva world, and the guitar that came to him through divine providence.

Shimon Honors Shabbat: The unique story of Shimi Elimelech, an entrepreneur and businessman in the attractions field, who, together with his partners, decided to close their businesses on Shabbat. And this is just the beginning

From discarded stories to a surprising journey back to faith, Zev Kam, a Knesset correspondent, reveals his choices over three elections, his daughter's pivotal question, and why he avoids politicians' weddings.

With a new show and an intriguing third album, Gadi Feingold opens up in this exclusive interview about his childhood in the USA, adjusting to life in Israel, spiritual journey, surprising connection with Shaanan Streett, long wait for a child, and the sentence that changed his life.

A challenging childhood, a surprising breakthrough at 17, songs with millions of views, and the search for love. Itzik Orlev, a talented artist and one of the most sought-after wedding singers in Israel, talks about his turbulent life.

Today (Tuesday), the much-talked-about new series 'Batei Hadin' will premiere on the Hidabroot channel. Raviv Zak and Alon Hamawi, the show's screenwriter and director, offer a glimpse into the storyline, detailing various incidents such as the couple who escaped with checks at the end of their wedding, the barbecue from the seventh floor that caused panic and chaos, and the unexpected flashlight from the ceiling.

Amir Vahaba, a veteran artist and ba'al teshuva, shares his unique connection to music, the unexpected breakup of his band, a surprising call from Aviv Geffen, his complex journey of repentance, and his hope that his songs will finally break out after 20 years of writing.

Ahead of his new album release, Yonatan Razel shares in an intimate and honest conversation with Avner Shaki about the phrase that struck him in a remote African airport, his days and nights as a shepherd, and why he began composing his songs on a guitar. An interview with a difference.

In honor of his new album release, Aharon Razel shares in a special interview about his family's assimilation in the U.S., what Shuli Rand has given him, and reveals his feelings about not being played on Galgalatz.

Morris Haziza, the owner of the new kosher 'Agadir' branch in Jerusalem, faces a secular boycott. "Why boycott someone who wants to practice their faith?" he asks, while noting: "Since the boycott was announced, we've seen a surge in patrons."

From prestigious radio programs to performing with top Israeli rappers and working as a reporter at Channel 10, none of these were enough for Yair Elitzur, who eventually found his happiness in leading a Torah-observant life. Now, after a decade in yeshiva, he's returning to create - but this time with holiness.

He has 13 siblings, 10 biological children, 6 foster children, and hundreds of teenagers who owe him their lives. A special interview with Rabbi Yechiel Kassel, the rabbi of the village 'Zoharim'.