The article discusses the popularity and significance of the Maccabeats' song "Candlelight" as a standout Hanukkah pop song filling a void in the genre.

The article discusses the creation and impact of the animated film "Lights," a midrash on the Hanukkah story focusing on anti-Semitism and assimilation.

In episode 71 of "Unorthodox," the podcast celebrates Christmas with a Jewish twist, featuring guests who discuss various aspects of the holiday season.

Sufganiyot, a staple during Hanukkah, is typically enjoyed as jelly-filled doughnuts in America, whereas in Israel, a wide variety of creative and elaborate sufganiyot are popular, especially during the holiday season.

This article presents five easy recipes for satisfying a craving for Chinese food during the Christmas season, including a Chinese-inspired loaf, baked sweet and sour chicken, lox and schmear rangoon, fortune cookie cupcakes, and ramen latkes with sriracha mayo.

The text discusses the author's journey of falling in love with Hanukkah sweaters as a response to the overwhelming presence of Christmas during the holiday season in the U.S.

Leonard Cohen's Jewish identity and spirituality are explored in this text, highlighting his farewell song "You Want It Darker" as his most Jewish composition.

In the discussion about the ideal Jewish marriage according to Rambam, different interpretations and approaches have emerged in modern times due to changing social realities.

In this episode of Unorthodox, Naftali Hanau, the founder of Grow and Behold Foods, discusses his mission to provide ethically-produced kosher meat from animals raised on family farms with no hormones or antibiotics.

Rabbi Brent Chaim Spodek from Beacon Hebrew Alliance discusses bringing Judaism into daily life through initiatives like Soul Strolls in the Hudson Valley woods, challenging traditional practices such as watching movies on Shabbat and reimagining the bar mitzvah tradition.

The article discusses The Workshop (The Sadna) in Gush Etzion, a Judaica workshop run by Mandy and Jeremy Broder, where visitors can create their own woodworking projects like honey dishes and Shabbat candle holders.

The article discusses transitioning to a less processed Shabbat meal.

Rabbi Burton Visotzky, a Professor at the Jewish Theological Center in New York, explores the influence of Greco-Roman culture on Judaism in his book "Aphrodite and the Rabbi."

Paul Newman's previously unknown film, based on Anton Chekhov's play "On the Harmfulness of Tobacco," which he directed and starred lesser-known actor Michael Strong, has resurfaced after over 50 years.

TMZ shared a video of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal dancing the hora at a Miami wedding, showcasing his good dance skills.

Jeremiah Lockwood's new album, "Kol Nidre," offers a modern take on traditional Yom Kippur liturgy, blending cantorial melodies with blues and soul elements.

As Yom Kippur approaches, traditions for getting right with God include tossing bread into water to symbolize sin washing away, abstaining from physical pleasures, swinging a chicken in a ritual of atonement, wearing white to signify purity, making amends with others, and kneeling before the Ark during prayers.

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, here are six surprising facts about shofars: they can be quite expensive, some are intricately designed, they can be made out of chocolate, not all are made from ram horns, you can play more than one at a time, they are popular among Christian evangelicals, and they are considered a musical instrument, even appreciated by celebrities like Madonna who incorporated a shofar in her song.

"Shmelf the Hanukkah Elf" by Greg Wolfe and Howard McWilliam is a new picture book that has raised controversy for its portrayal of a Jewish family and the blending of Christmas and Hanukkah traditions.

The text explores the historical practice of all-night study vigils in Jewish communities, focusing on the tikkun observed on the first night of Shavuot and a lesser-known study session before Hoshana Rabbah.

In Israel, the coffee culture has evolved over the years, shifting from instant coffee to a wide variety of options in trendy cafs where people socialize, work, and enjoy different coffee blends.

The author reflects on family history and connects with her ancestral roots while harvesting fruit on her farm, imagining the stories behind the fruit trees they inherit.

Millennials, particularly in the Modern Orthodox community, are increasingly drawn to making Aliyah to Israel, attracted by the country's entrepreneurial opportunities, spiritual connection, and economic advantages.

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts interview Willard Spiegelman, an English professor and author, who discusses fashion trends among college students and the benefits of retiring in Manhattan.

Ben Schwartz confirmed a fan theory that suggested his character Jean-Ralphio from Parks and Recreation is the son of Steve Harrington from Stranger Things during an episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden.