In episode 2 of "Return of the Shiksa," Host Mark Oppenheimer and Tablet staffers Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz discuss the European Maccabiah Games held in Berlin, where they touch on Mike Huckabee's Holocaust analogy, an investigation into academic rigor in NYC's Orthodox yeshivas, and Hilary Liftin's novel "Movie Star By Lizzie Pepper" about a Hollywood starlet in a strange cult.

In this episode of Sandler vs. Samberg, a discussion led by Mark Oppenheimer and Tablet staffers covers various topics including gay marriage in Israel, the suicide of a formerly Orthodox young woman, and Adam Sandler's recent film.

The text discusses the significance of initials in E.L. Doctorow's name, revealing that the "E" stands for Edgar, honoring Edgar Allan Poe, a favorite writer of Doctorow's father.

The author reflects on his changing perception of Woody Allen, noting a shift from the filmmaker's once-revered status to current cultural criticism.

Tablet magazine is launching a new podcast called Unorthodox, hosted by Mark Oppenheimer and featuring Liel Leibovitz and others.

The editors of Tablet Magazine have launched a new podcast, offering listeners an initial opportunity to explore their latest audio content.

The author reflects on the complex relationship with their mother, who struggled with mental illness and drug abuse before passing away.

The author recounts her transformative experience at a Reform Jewish summer camp in 1988, where she initially felt awkward and self-conscious but was profoundly influenced by the Israeli visitors who exuded confidence and sensuality, challenging her perspective on body image and self-acceptance.

In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the feasibility of a peace initiative proposing two states, Palestine and Israel, with shared existence and no physical borders.

Fanny and Hilde tells the story of Fanny von Arnstein, a prominent figure in the turn-of-the-19th-century Jewish salon scene in Berlin and Vienna.

"Nothing Is True and Everything Is Possible: The Surreal Heart of the New Russia" by Peter Pomerantsev examines the blurred lines between reality and PR in contemporary Russia through stories of individuals like Oliona, a mistress to a billionaire, and Dinara, a prostitute.

Prof. Roberta Ronsethal Kwall's new book "The Myth of the Cultural Jew" explores the idea that even secular Jews have been influenced by Jewish legal traditions (halakha) whether they realize it or not.

Dr. Susan Nashman Fraiman, an art historian at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, discusses her research on the development of candle-lighting practices, particularly the Shabbat Lamp, among Ashkenazi Jews.

Professor Meir Amor, a Mizrahi activist and sociologist at Concordia University, discusses the Mizrahi struggle with host Gilad Halpern, shedding light on the beneficiaries and victims of Ashkenazi privilege in Israel.

Shavuot is likened to Jewish Mother-in-Laws Day as it celebrates the story of Ruth, the first convert to Judaism, who chose to stay with her mother-in-law, Naomi, showcasing acceptance into both faith and family.

Rugelach, the beloved rolled cookies filled with dried fruits, nuts, or chocolate, are actually an American invention rather than an Old World treat.

A member of a synagogue passed away by suicide, prompting the congregation to take turns sitting shmira, a Jewish ritual involving guarding the deceased before burial.

The text discusses three main topics: critiquing Shimon Peres for ties to a bank, exploring cultural conflicts in Israel, and pondering the celebration of Independence Day amidst national ambivalence.

In 1969, the New York Mets had a miraculous season, winning 100 games and the World Series, which some attributed to a series of unexpected events.

This article discusses the significance of I.L. Peretz, a prominent figure in modern Jewish literature who passed away 100 years ago.

The writer reflects on her complex relationship with her hair as a black woman, influenced by societal norms, family perspectives, and religious practices.

The 29th Annual Purim Ball at the Jewish Museum was a lively event attended by over 700 guests, raising $2 million.

The text provides humorous last-minute Purim costume ideas for children, offering creative and easy suggestions such as dressing up as Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Spock from Star Trek, the Shining Twins, an Oompa Loompa, the Ice Bucket Challenge, the infamous blue and black (or white and gold) dress, Grumpy Cat, Pharrell, Lady Gaga, a crazy cat lady, and more.

The discussion in "The Jumpin Hegemony Edition" covers several topics: (1) the reasons why Mizrahim tend to avoid affiliating with the political Left due to experiences of oppression, (2) the trend of tourists specifically seeking out sites of conflict and oppression rather than cultural or historic landmarks, questioning whether this is positive or negative, and (3) the Ministry of Education funding a national initiative called 929, which involves reading the Bible collectively and its value as a significant investment.

Sarah Klegman and Elina Tilipman are the creative minds behind Challah Hub, a project dedicated to reinventing the classic Jewish bread, challah.