Join us on an extraordinary journey through the harrowing experiences of surviving the Holocaust, the struggle against prejudice, and the power of resilience. Discover tales of escape, life in concentration camps, the search for lost family, and the triumph of rebuilding a life from the ashes. This episode delves deep into the lessons learned, the importance of education, and the enduring strength found in shared experiences. An inspiring reflection on trust, hard work, and the indomitable human spirit Connect with Richard Hastings: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardphastings Connect with Jeff Michaelis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-michaelis-820887177/ Thank you to our sponsor: https://findagreatattorney.com/ Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Surviving the Holocaust 00:03:07 - Surviving Crystal Knock 00:06:15 - From Germany to Cuba to Holland: The Voyage of the Dam 00:09:16 - Life in the Concentration Camps 00:11:56 - Reuniting with their Father in Manhattan 00:14:41 - German Work Ethic 00:17:40 - Introducing the Sponsor: Find Great Attorney 00:20:27 - Growing Up in a Different Environment 00:23:10 - The Loss of My Father 00:26:14 - Trust and Prejudice 00:29:04 - The Power of Shared Experiences 00:31:56 - Rice Explosion Mishap 00:34:30 - Anti-Semitism in Medical School 00:37:16 - Trusting Non-Jews 00:40:01 - The Importance of Education and Hard Work 00:42:31 - Life Lessons and Personal Reflections 00:45:19 - Appreciation for Richard Produced & Edited By: https://www.creativeevolutionstudios.com/