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Home But Not Alone

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 26 Mar 2020

Amid the COVID-19 crisis, there is a call to view life as a precious gift and to embrace a new perspective.

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Bonus: Another Unorthodox Havdalah

Unorthodox · 21 Mar 2020

In this episode of 'Unorthodox,' producer Josh Kross shares an intimate Havdalah service, emphasizing community and creativity during social distancing.

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Drew Hayden Taylor: A red guy walks in to a white world and the spirit moves him to write... a lot!

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 19 Mar 2020

Drew Hayden Taylor, an Ojibway writer, known for his truth-telling and humor, brings Indigenous perspectives to the literary world.

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Opinion | How not to talk about coronavirus in the Orthodox community

Eli Steinberg in Forward · 18 Mar 2020

The article discusses the coverage of the Orthodox Jewish community during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the unfair focus on their religious identity when reporting on cases within the community.

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Bonus: Dispatches From The Future

Unorthodox · 18 Mar 2020

This episode of Unorthodox features an audio diary by producer Sara Fredman Aeder, documenting her family's life in quarantine in Westchester, NY.

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Bonus: All-of-a-Kind Quarantine

Unorthodox · 16 Mar 2020

In a recent episode of Unorthodox, Mark discusses his experience with self-quarantine during COVID-19 alongside his daughter Klara, comparing it to a scene from the classic children's novel involving scarlet fever.

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Erin Davis: Mourning has broken. The worst has happened. It requires the best of us. But first and every once in a while we cry.

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 12 Mar 2020

Erin Davis, a renowned radio personality in Toronto, experienced a profound tragedy when her 24-year-old daughter, Lauren, passed away, leaving behind a young child and husband.

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‘Mensch’ Joe Biden sees surge in Jewish support

Forward · 5 Mar 2020

Joe Biden, a fixture in U.S. politics for over four decades, is seeing increased support from Jewish communities amid his pursuit of the Democratic presidential nomination.

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Michael Coren: Presto, I'm a Priest. A change of heart story.

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 5 Mar 2020

Michael Coren, known for being outspoken and conservative, experienced a significant shift in his views, particularly regarding supporting gay marriage, leading to his departure from the Catholic Church.

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The “Crickets” Edition

Promised Podcast · 27 Feb 2020

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and journalist Naomi Zeveloff discuss the Israeli elections, the potential shift of Jewish Israelis towards voting for the Arab-Israeli Joint List, and the efforts of ultra-Orthodox politicians to attract a broader voter base by emphasizing common concerns like healthcare and poverty.

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Chicken Soup Won’t Stop the Coronavirus

Jeremy Brown in Tablet · 27 Feb 2020

The text discusses the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and emphasizes that while there is no current vaccine or medication against the virus, simple non-pharmacological interventions are effective in preventing its spread.

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More Jewish, Less Democratic?

Tel Aviv Review · 10 Feb 2020

Rabbi Hara Person, the Chief Executive of the Central Conference of American Rabbis, has published a book titled Deepening the Dialogue: American Jews and Israelis Envision the Jewish Democratic State.

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Zionism Explained to My Neighbor

Tel Aviv Review · 3 Jan 2020

Yossi Klein Halevy, an American-Israeli writer, engages in Israeli-Palestinian dialogue through his best-selling book Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor, avoiding the urge to reconcile conflicting narratives.

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The Rise of Men’s Clubs

Jenna Weissman Joselit in Tablet · 30 Dec 2019

This article explores the historical rise of men's clubs within American Jewish communities during the early 20th century, particularly following the 1927 survey by the National Federation of Temple Brotherhoods.

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Opinion | Why No One Can Talk About The Attacks Against Orthodox Jews

Batya Ungar-Sargon in Forward · 29 Dec 2019

The article discusses the recent increase in anti-Semitic attacks against Orthodox Jews, particularly in the New York area, highlighting incidents of physical violence and verbal abuse.

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In His Image

Tel Aviv Review · 27 Dec 2019

Dr. Tomer Persico, a religions scholar, explores the concept of the Image of God in his upcoming book and its influence on Judaism and the world.

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‘To Celebrate Independence Day Is to Make a Statement of Faith’

Tel Aviv Review · 20 Dec 2019

Rabbi Prof. Irving (Yitz) Greenberg reflects on the significance of celebrating Independence Day in Israel as a statement of faith, discussing the role of Israel in his theological worldview and the evolving nature of the Jewish-American experience today.

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Bret Stephens on the State of America and the State of Israel

Tel Aviv Review · 13 Dec 2019

Bret Stephens, a well-known New York Times columnist, participated in a discussion at the Z3 conference about politics in the US and Israel.

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She’s Sarah Silverman’s Sister — And Just Officiated Tiffany Haddish’s Bat Mitzvah

Forward · 5 Dec 2019

Rabbi Susan Silverman, sister of comedian Sarah Silverman, officiated Tiffany Haddish's bat mitzvah, a unique event that coincided with Haddish's 40th birthday and the premiere of her Netflix special "Black Mitzvah."

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The New Journalism

Armin Rosen in Tablet · 5 Dec 2019

The article discusses the intertwining narratives surrounding David Zaikin, a Ukrainian-born Canadian citizen living in London, and Michael Flynn, the former national security adviser to President Trump.

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A Modern Orthodox Hedgehog for a Postmodern World: Part 1

Gil Perl in Lehrhaus · 2 Dec 2019

In "A Modern Orthodox Hedgehog for a Postmodern World: Part 1" by Gil S. Perl, the concept of a Hedgehog - a core, passionate belief that drives success - is explored within Modern Orthodoxy.

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Mahmoud Abbas Plans To Reprint An Iraqi-Israeli Jew’s Tale Of Displacement

Forward · 28 Nov 2019

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas intends to republish the book "Exodus from Iraq" by the late Iraqi-Israeli writer Yitzhak Bar Moshe, detailing his escape from Baghdad to Israel in 1950.

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Breaking Bread: Ep. 205

Unorthodox · 27 Nov 2019

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The Forward: Our Vision, Mission, and Values

Forward · 25 Nov 2019

The Forward, with a history of over 120 years and a new digital approach, envisions a united global Jewish community promoting justice, truth, and compassion.

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Cherry Popped, Hyman Unbroken, Babcock Cut: A Hockey Recap

Menschwarmers · 21 Nov 2019

As the NHL season progresses, Jewish player Zach Hyman rejoins the Maple Leafs after coach Mike Babcock's departure.

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