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Helpers

September 1, 2026 · 38 min

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EPISODE 5 -- Yasha’s family shelters in an abandoned circus while enduring hard labor in the dead of winter. When his mother resolves to leave once more, another arduous journey is punctuated by the unexpected kindness of strangers and the harsh new realities that lay ahead.

Learn more about the show and Yasha's story at www.yashashow.com, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @yashapodcast. If you're enjoying the series, a rating or review helps others discover it.

Written and produced by Jeremy Gendelman, with sound design by Carter Wogahn.

Questions or your own family story to share? Reach out at [email protected].

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