Rabbinic law's purpose and creativity, distinct from biblical law, are explored through aggadah narratives, like the story of David subduing chaotic waters with the "fifteen Songs of Ascent."

In "Rolling Up a Different Kind of Strudel," the text discusses the Hungarian cabbage strudel, a traditional recipe popular in Hungary that was adapted by Hungarian Jews due to kosher dietary laws.

In episode 106 of the podcast "I'm Sorry," the theme is atonement.

In this edition, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss the Israeli Supreme Court rejecting mass exemptions for ultra-Orthodox kids from army service, the decline of malls in Israel as possibly signaling a shift in Israeli culture, and they review significant events and figures of the year 5777.

Jerry Seinfeld's new Netflix special, "Jerry Before Seinfeld," is a tribute to his comedic origins at The Comic Strip in New York City, where he refined his style.

Jamie Geller shares a recipe for Crunchy Potato Kugel Cups, inspired by a family friend.

Jamie Geller shared a recipe for an Overnight Brisket that allows for a hassle-free cooking experience by slow-cooking the meat overnight.

This recipe for No Knead Challah by Jamie Geller provides a simple and delicious way to make challah without the need for kneading.

Oktoberfest, the iconic German beer festival, has a lesser-known Jewish heritage.

Society Jane, based in San Francisco, offers a different approach to cannabis consumption for women, focusing on organic and sustainably produced products with consistent and manageable doses.

Paul Auster's novel "4 3 2 1" has been selected as a finalist for the 2017 Man Booker Prize, alongside works by authors such as Mohsin Hamid and Ali Smith, among others.

In episode 103 of "My Big Fat Jewish Wedding," the podcast explores various aspects of Jewish weddings, featuring author Anita Diamant discussing her guide to planning Jewish celebrations, director Roberta Grossman explaining the cultural significance of the Hebrew folk song "Hava Nagila" at weddings, Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie's decision to leave the Conservative movement over interfaith weddings, Bat Sheva Marcus highlighting the importance of communication for a healthy sex life, and Jen Glantz sharing her perspective on turning bridesmaid duties into a profession.

Kathy Zuckerman, known as Gidget, worked as an Ambassador of Aloha at a Hawaiian-themed restaurant in Malibu, embodying the beachy, tropical vibe reminiscent of her past as a teenage surfer and inspiration for the book "Gidget: The Little Girl With Big Ideas," written by her father Frederick Kohner in 1957.

This article recounts the special connection the author's mother, Pearl, had with her Aunt Eva's cookies, a family recipe passed down through generations.

Linguist Sarah Bunin Benor discusses the linguistic 'tells' of Orthodox Jews in the podcast episode, highlighting how they may code switch based on their audience.

The author, Jenny Singer, urges Jewish parents to protect their families from the potential harm of viewing solar eclipses despite the current popular trend.

The kosher toy industry, exemplified by stores like Wise Buys and Double Play Toys, caters to the Orthodox community seeking toys that reflect their religious values while avoiding mainstream influences like television and secular movies.

The Unorthodox podcast's episode 101 features Leah Gottfried, Jessica Schechter, and Danny Hoffman, creators of 'Soon By You,' a popular web series portraying the dating experiences of young, modern Orthodox Jews in Manhattan.

A video by the Yiddish team, supported by The Max and Anna Levinson Foundation, showcases how to create two beet salads - one sweet and one spicy.

Unorthodox, a podcast celebrating its two-year anniversary and 100 episodes, launches a fundraising campaign offering various gifts to supporters.

Portland, Maine is experiencing a resurgence in Jewish food with the emergence of delis and bakeries like Rose Foods, Union Bagel, and Ten Ten Pi offering traditional Jewish dishes such as babkas, challahs, and knishes.

The text discusses the Summer of Love in San Francisco 50 years ago, with a focus on the author's experiences in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood as a young man in 1967.

In episode 97 of "The Cats Meow," the hosts discuss topics such as Birthright, Hobby Lobby, and Jay-Z, along with introducing historian Jenna Weissman Joselit, who explores the historical significance of the Ten Commandments in America.

Noshwalks, led by Myra Alperson, offers Jewish culinary walking tours in New York City, focusing on various neighborhoods and cuisines including shmurah matzo and Jewish-Yemenite food.

Various Jewish culinary experts and comedians were asked to identify the toughest kosher or culturally Jewish food to eat in large quantities for an eating contest.