Human Trafficking Survivor's Pursuit To Save Others
When Shandra Woworuntu was 24 years old, she left her home country of Indonesia in hopes of finding a job and a better life in the United States. Once she arrived in America, she quickly realized the job she had applied for did not exist and she was thrust into the unimaginable.
Shandra joins Benjamin to share her human trafficking survival story and her commitment to protecting and advocating on behalf of survivors. She discusses the advocacy work of her anti-trafficking organization, Mentari and it's mission to heal, restore and empower.
To report a potential human trafficking situation, contact 888-373-7888.
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"Hostage": Eli Sharabi's Story Of Survival
"Freedom, it's priceless."
Eli Sharabi's life changed forever when he was taken hostage by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023. After nearly 500 days in captivity, Eli was freed this past February, and he returned home to the heartbreaking reality that his wife and two daughters had been killed.
Almost nine months later, Eli shares his experience being held hostage, how he manages his grief, and what his family and friends have done to uplift him through life's darkest moments. Eli also reflects on his memoir, Hostage, in which he shares his story of heartbreak, survival and strength.
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The Journey of a Survivor
'Saved' is really what happens when the tunnel finally widens and a hand reaches through the dark and grabs you.”
With his own life as a reference, Benjamin will explore a new theme: saved. Over the next few episodes, he will sit down with people who were pulled out from captivity and brought home, as well as the people who risk their lives to save people in these circumstances.
Benjamin will discuss life after being saved, how to cope with the memories, and create a path forward. He also reflects on his own journey of being saved and offers the encouragement that no matter what someone is experiencing, they will get stronger every day.
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A Commitment To The Journey Ahead
“The scars of what I lost was proof of what I had gained.”
In honor of the podcast’s 100th episode Benjamin reflects on impactful conversations and lessons he’s heard along the way.
Benjamin’s journey is built on resilience, along with the stories and guests that are highlighted. Stories of accepting, adapting, and embracing moments in life that we couldn’t see coming and those that we did. He also looks ahead to the next 100 episodes with gratitude and a commitment to continue highlighting the best of humanity.
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Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself
What if you woke up and lost 20 years of memories, and had no recollection of your husband and child? In 1991, that nightmare became a reality for Anne Howell.
Author of All That I Forget Anne Howell retells the journey of rebuilding her life after being diagnosed with retrograde amnesia at 30 years old and waking up in the hospital with the belief that she was 9 years old again.
Anne details the moments where she had to rely on the stories from her loved ones to help piece together her forgotten life. Metaphorically, she woke up with ingredients to a recipe she couldn't remember and instead of giving up, she discovered a new taste for something just as sweet.
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Every Monday, Benjamin Hall will highlight stories of culture, belonging and acceptance. From overcoming the unthinkable, pioneering a new way of life to exploring diverse perspectives on the human experience. Benjamin, along with his remarkable guests will give voice to untold stories , while inspiring listeners to take a deeper look at their own.
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