This episode of The Bondi Podcast was recorded in Archer Park, Bondi Beach, ten days after the terrorist attack that took place here during a Chanukah celebration.

In this conversation, I sit down with Rabbi Yossi Friedman, a senior rabbi in the local Jewish community, to reflect on the events, the human cost of the attack, and the days that followed.

Rabbi Friedman speaks openly about:

• The atmosphere in Bondi in the immediate aftermath of the attack
• Supporting grieving families and attending funerals
• The meaning of Chanukah and the symbolism of light in times of darkness
• Fear, anger, and resilience within the Jewish community
• Questions around safety, policing, radicalisation, and leadership
• How communities can respond without giving in to hatred or division

This is a long-form, unedited conversation focused on listening, understanding, and documenting a moment that has deeply impacted Bondi and Australia more broadly.

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Important Disclaimers:

This episode contains discussion of violence, terrorism, death, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.

The views expressed by the guest are his own and are shared in the context of personal experience, community leadership, and grief. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or the podcast.

Details relating to the attack reflect information available and personal perspectives at the time of recording. Investigations were ongoing at the time this episode was filmed.

This conversation is intended to foster understanding, empathy, and respectful dialogue. It is not intended to incite hatred, endorse violence, or promote harm toward any group or individual.

If you or someone you know has been affected by violence or trauma, support services are available. Consider reaching out to a trusted professional or local support organisation.