Welcome to "The Confessions of Two Reformed Friariyot" podcast! We're two girls sharing our experiences as lone soldiers and olim chadashim in Israel. Join us as we discuss life challenges, offering a unique perspective on avoiding "friar" mistakes. Tune in for candid confessions, humor, and practical insights to enrich your journey. Let's navigate the Israeli experience together and confess something that resonates with you!
In this episode, Ariel and May sit down with Alexa Schnaid to talk about a journey that has taken her from California to Israel, from serving in the IDF to finding her place in the kitchen.
Alexa opens up about making Aliyah, navigating life in Israel, her experience serving in the army as an olah, and how food and cooking became an important part of her story and sense of home.
They dive into Alexa’s journey as a cook, Sofash Chef, and what it was like preparing for and stepping into the world of משחקי השף (Game of Chefs), from the audition process and cooking under pressure to standing in front of the judges and hearing their feedback.
The conversation also gets personal as Ariel and Alexa discover just how much their stories overlap. Both grew up in California, moved to Israel, served in the IDF, and even found unexpected connections through mutual friends along the way.
Together, Ariel, May, and Alexa talk about Aliyah, identity, army life, food, ambition, and what it means to build a life and a sense of home somewhere new. 🇮🇱🍴
2 Jul 2026
When the Scars of War Become the Foundation for Healing Others ft. Havneh Feder-Haugabook
In this episode, we sit down with Havneh Feder-Haugabook, a San Francisco native, former lone soldier, current miluimnik and CEO of Kol HaAdama ("Voice of the Earth"), to hear the story behind a mission that's redefining what recovery can look like for veterans.
From leaving San Francisco to serve in Israel, to navigating the invisible wounds of combat, Havneh shares the experiences that inspired him to create Kol HaAdama, a place where healing begins through community, nature and the art of winemaking.
Together, we talk about PTSD, the stigma surrounding mental health, what true healing looks like, and why some of life's hardest moments can become the catalyst for something far greater than ourselves.
This is a conversation about resilience, purpose and finding hope in unexpected places. Whether you've served, know someone who has, or simply want to better understand the journey of healing after trauma, this episode is one you won't want to miss.
Learn more about Kol HaAdama ("Voice of the Earth") and its mission to support veterans through healing, community and winemaking.
Havneh Feder-Haugabook
kolhaadama.org
Email: Havneh@kolhaadama.org
25 Jun 2026
Building Bridges Through Torah ft Elon Penn
In this episode, we sit down with Elon Penn to explore the story behind TorahTLV, a growing community that is making Torah learning engaging, welcoming, and relevant for people from all walks of life.
We talk about building meaningful connections, creating spaces where different types of Jews can come together, and how TorahTLV is breaking down barriers through open conversation, learning, and community. Whether you’re deeply connected to Jewish learning or simply curious about what brings people together, this episode offers an inspiring look at the power of shared values and authentic community.
Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about identity, belonging, and finding connection in an increasingly divided world.
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