Talks
Behind the Hdeadlines
The lies in reality, the words that have been taken ‘out of context’ and the truth between the lines
What makes one big story hit the headlines and another then disappear from the public eye? Why do stars come out of the closet just when they release a new album? Who are the people interested in making the story reach you? How do you create interest where it doesn't exist? And what happens behind the keyboard or the camera?
The cultural Journalist of the "Maariv" website, Kaitz Brebner, a reporter and television producer, reveals the secrets of the media from within the system, the processes that take place behind the printed words, and the tools for understanding the hidden motives, the dramatic elements, and the power of editing to tell any story we want.
Having worked for the past 20 years in newspapers, websites, and a TV program (Maariv, Mako, NRG, Rosh1, Keshet 12), Brebner explains when and to what extent he allows himself to be "taken out of context", reveals how he exposed the fabricated exchange of Ofira Assig by Rotem Sela in “The Rising Star", and shows how a newspaper turned Hani Nahmias into a "woman that had been raped".
He uncovers the "shadow people" who influence the words you will read, the editorial decisions that crush artist’s careers or turn them into idols, and shows the way to the greatest revelations, confessions, and quotes. "Behind the headlines" is a shot in the foot for a journalist in the field of culture - because its goal is for you to question every word you read. You will no longer be able to open a newspaper or turn on the screen in the same way.
במפגש אינטימי ויצירתי בן שעה עד שעה וחצי, שאינו דורש כל ידע קודם, המשתתפים יתנסו בכלים נגישים כמו Leonardo AI, SORA, VEO 3, LumaLabs ו-NanoBanana. כל משתתף יבחר תחושה או זיכרון מעולמו הפנימי, וילמד כיצד לתת להם גוף וצבע. זו אינה סדנה על טכנולוגיה, אלא סדנת רגש – הזדמנות מרתקת לגלות מה קורה כשאדם ומכונה מנסים יחד להגיד אמת.
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Behind the Hdeadlines
The lies in reality, the words that have been taken ‘out of context’ and the truth between the lines
What makes one big story hit the headlines and another then disappear from the public eye? Why do stars come out of the closet just when they release a new album? Who are the people interested in making the story reach you? How do you create interest where it doesn't exist? And what happens behind the keyboard or the camera?
The cultural Journalist of the "Maariv" website, Kaitz Brebner, a reporter and television producer, reveals the secrets of the media from within the system, the processes that take place behind the printed words, and the tools for understanding the hidden motives, the dramatic elements, and the power of editing to tell any story we want.
Having worked for the past 20 years in newspapers, websites, and a TV program (Maariv, Mako, NRG, Rosh1, Keshet 12), Brebner explains when and to what extent he allows himself to be "taken out of context", reveals how he exposed the fabricated exchange of Ofira Assig by Rotem Sela in “The Rising Star", and shows how a newspaper turned Hani Nahmias into a "woman that had been raped".
He uncovers the "shadow people" who influence the words you will read, the editorial decisions that crush artist’s careers or turn them into idols, and shows the way to the greatest revelations, confessions, and quotes. "Behind the headlines" is a shot in the foot for a journalist in the field of culture - because its goal is for you to question every word you read. You will no longer be able to open a newspaper or turn on the screen in the same way.
Have you ever wondered how an encounter with a cactus could change your life?
In the unique talk "The Cactus That Taught Me to Love", journalist and documentary filmmaker Kaitz Brebner takes you on a remarkable journey inspired by his film "Cactus, Love, Mountains: A Psychedelic Journey with Huachuma", which documents an extraordinary consciousness-expanding journey in Peru. Led by the shaman Gendu, the journey combines the psychedelic power of the "San Pedro" cactus with breathtaking landscapes, enchanted paintings, and personal testimonies. For many - including Kaitz himself - this is a life-changing experience that deepens our connection to nature, spirituality, and the true meaning of self-love.
After the screening, Kaitz will share with the audience his personal spiritual journey and the transformative experiences that have shaped his life - many of which were sparked by his encounter with the cactus. In addition, he will read excerpts from his forthcoming book "This Specific Moment in Eternity", which recounts his personal journey with psychedelic substances, conversations with God, and extraordinary encounters with fascinating figures.
The workshop offers a unique blend of nature, art, and consciousness, and is ideal for anyone seeking inspiration for inner reflection, personal growth, and a deeper connection to the world around us.
"After years of struggling with my ego - which often made me feel inferior at times and superior at others - I chose to embark on a consciousness journey with the psychedelic San Pedro cactus in order to live at peace with myself. The indigenous people of the Andes mountains in Peru have used this cactus for thousands of years to heal the soul and spirit. Shaman Gendu leads a group of strangers - among them parents with their 16-year-old daughter, a young woman seeking masculine energy, and a Spaniard who wishes to open her inner abilities - to the mountain peaks, where they ultimately meet themselves."
The film seeks to convey the psychedelic experience through stunning mountain imagery, enchanted paintings inspired by the cactus, and the words of the participants themselves. Many Israelis who travel to Peru during their post-army trip or during a deeper, year-long personal journey - as Kaitz did - encounter this cactus and its healing powers, and often decide to change the course of their lives following the profound experience.
Workshops
After two decades as a filmmaker, journalist, and writer working across various mediums, Brebner chose to turn his creative focus inward - and pass it on. Today, he leads workshops and retreats that blend writing, consciousness, imagery, and movement, taking place both in nature and within the depths of the self. Using tools such as intuitive writing, meditation, documentary storytelling, and shifting perspectives, participants learn to distill personal experiences into authentic artistic expression. The retreats and workshops he created - including Creative Lab, Writing Retreat for Photographing Consciousness, and Writing Love – -were born from a desire to help people uncover their inner sources of inspiration, compassion, and truth.
Writing Retreat for Photographing Consciousness
Leaving behind the familiar worlds, the rooms, and the physical and mental boxes we live in, and stepping into the wild nature allows us to reconnect with our most basic tool - intuition.
In this 3-day retreat, we journey into a magical space. Through this natural setting, we will work with the deepest aspects of our being - beyond the rational mind - and connect them to movement, the body, and creative writing.
A mystical union between movement that arises directly from the body - spontaneous and unplanned - and writing that emerges from the depths of our consciousness, opens a gateway to sources of inspiration beyond the thinking mind, creating a weekend outside of time.
Points of View and View on the Points
We experience the world through our eyes, emotions, thoughts, and the familiar stories we live by. But what happens when we shift perspective?
In the writing workshop, we’ll play with points of view, experimenting with perceiving reality in new ways. We'll draw inspiration from the elements around us and open a window into new regions of our consciousness. Often, the farther we move from familiar places - in writing and in life - the more hidden sources of creativity begin to emerge. They’ve always been within us, but now we can finally see them.
From Within to Without: Intuitive Writing that Becomes Art
A writing workshop flowing between intuitive and creative writing - from writing for ourselves to writing for the world. Inspired by The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, we’ll learn to write directly from our desires, sensations, and inner longings - with no interference from the rational mind.
We'll use stream-of-consciousness writing - pens never leaving the page, fingers never leaving the keyboard - to forge a direct link between consciousness and words. We'll also explore the golden rule: never wear the writer's hat and editor's hat at the same time. And remember: in writing, there’s no such thing as “forbidden.”
From the material we write for ourselves, we’ll choose an idea, memory, or experience we want to turn into a piece for the world - a thought we want to share, a moment worth passing on, a story ready to be born.
Writing Love
A workshop blending guided meditation and creative-therapeutic writing, helping us distill the essence of love in our lives, write it, and use it as a creative tool - one we can carry into other areas of life.
The session includes a guided love meditation, feeling love flow through every artery of the body, followed by a writing exercise centered on love, and concludes with reading and open sharing.
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Creative Lab - A Journey Through Story and Consciousness
A three-day writing and creation retreat in nature, guided by Kaitz Brebner and Anat Tel, inviting you to dive deep into the worlds of storytelling, consciousness, and imagery. If words are burning inside you, if there's a story waiting to be written - this is your moment. The retreat combines in-depth writing workshops - from personal narratives to broader themes - with inspiring sessions on documentary filmmaking and how to tell a story through the camera’s eye. You'll also experience yoga and consciousness practices to open the body and quiet the mind, as well as creative circles for sharing, deep dialogue, and mutual inspiration. A weekend of freedom, inner connection, and creative awakening - for the story that’s ready to be born from within you.