# Surviving the Bondi Beach Terror Attack

From **Meaningful People** by Meaningful Minute.

- **Published:** Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:45:00 +0000
- **Duration:** 48:29
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<![CDATA[<p>A Chanukah celebration at Bondi Beach turned into a scene of terror.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode of the <strong>Meaningful People Podcast</strong>, we sit with a father and community leader who survived the <strong>Bondi Beach terror attack</strong>. His children were nearby. What he first thought were fireworks quickly became gunshots. Within moments, people were running, hiding, and falling.</p> <p> </p> <p>He shares, in real time, what it was like to be there:</p> <p>– realizing the danger</p> <p>– hiding with his daughter</p> <p>– searching desperately for his son</p> <p>– trying to help the wounded while protecting his child</p> <p> </p> <p>This conversation was recorded shortly after the attack, while the pain was still raw. It is honest, emotional, and unfiltered.</p> <p> </p> <p>We also speak about what came next. Lighting the menorah that night. Explaining fear to children. Holding onto faith and responsibility when everything feels shaken.</p> <p> </p> <p>This episode is not about headlines or politics.</p> <p>It's about survival, parenthood, community, and choosing light in the aftermath of terror.</p> <p> </p> <p>Our hearts are with all those affected by this attack, including the family of Rabbi Elie Schlinger, a beloved husband, father, and community leader who was killed. A link to support the Schlinger family is included below, as mentioned in the episode.</p> <p> </p> <p>If this story resonates, please consider sharing it.</p> <p> </p> <p>Support the Schlinger family:</p> <p>https://www.charidy.com/elischlanger/613Help?utm_source=15mp</p>]]>