A Hero’s Burden: Director Sepi Makabi & Nova Festival Survivor Daniel Sharabi on PTSD, Faith, Healing

In a powerful new episode of the podcast We’re Out of Time (ranked #1 in Mental Health on Apple Podcasts) renowned recovery expert and mental health advocate Richard Taite speaks with Nova music festival survivor Daniel Sharabi (joining from Israel) and “A Hero’s Burden” director Sepi Makabi. The documentary follows Daniel and his younger brother Neria, who are credited with saving hundreds of lives during the Oct. 7 attack, while confronting the deep trauma and PTSD they continue to carry as survivors. Just prior to the podcast taping, it was announced that the remaining hostages will be returning home. Daniel’s best friend Yosef-Chaim Ohana who has been held hostage for two years, is among those set to be released. Daniel shares how he’s anticipating seeing his friend and what his first words to Yosef will be when they reunite. The conversation also explores the mental health toll of survival and captivity, the prevalence of PTSD, and the urgent need for trauma-informed care. During the discussion, Taite offers to bring Daniel, his brother, Neria and Yosef to Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa as his personal gift — providing a safe space for healing, recovery, and renewal after unimaginable trauma. 👉 Subscribe for raw, honest, and inspiring conversations —new episodes every week. 🔗 Explore more about Richard Taite, We’re Out of Time, and Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa: ⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/richardtaite⁠