Friday Focus: Former hostage Keith Siegel wants to have hope

Israeli-American speaks about the hostages with whom he was held captive in Gaza, and his need to speak out for those who are still there

With:

Jessica Steinberg
Jessica Steinberg, The Times of Israel’s culture and lifestyles editor, covers the Sabra scene from south to north and back to the center
Keith Siegel
Keith Siegel was taken hostage from his home in Kibbutz Kfar Aza on October 7, 2023 and released on February 1, 2025.

Welcome to The Times of Israel’s newest podcast series, Friday Focus.

This Friday, join former hostage Keith Siegel and host Jessica Steinberg for a deep dive into what life is like for Siegel, five months after his release from captivity in Gaza.

Siegel, a dual American-Israeli citizen, discusses his need to do everything he can for the remaining hostages, including those with whom he was held hostage during periods of his 484 days of captivity.

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He speaks about the depraved terror he experienced and witnessed in captivity, the moments of grace, and his hope and optimism that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the White House will bring the war to an end.

Friday Focus can be found on all podcast platforms. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves.