Ep 549: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Betty Pilnik on hmTv

Send us Fan MailEp 549: Raised by Survivors with Bernie Furshpan and guest Betty Pilnik on hmTvWhat does it mean to inherit not just a story—but the emotions, fears, and resilience that come with it?In this deeply personal episode of Raised by Survivors, Bernie Furshpan sits down with Betty Pilnik for a conversation that begins with a chance reunion—and unfolds into a powerful exploration of family, memory, and legacy.Betty shares what it was like growing up surrounded by Holocaust survivors—her parents and all four grandparents—each carrying stories of survival from Bergen-Belsen, Siberia, and displaced persons camps. Through heartfelt moments and vivid memories, she reflects on the values passed down to her: resourcefulness, perseverance, and the unspoken weight of trauma.In one of the most striking parts of the episode, Betty opens up about recurring, deeply detailed dreams in which she experiences the Holocaust herself—offering a raw and revealing look at intergenerational trauma and how it continues to shape lives today.Together, Bernie and Betty explore the balance between resilience and pain, the responsibility of passing these stories forward, and the urgent need for education in a world where hate still persists.This is more than a conversation—it’s a window into the lasting impact of survival, and a reminder that even generations later, the echoes of history still speak.Support the show