Education

In TanakhCast episode #134 titled "The Rollicking Youngster Edition," the podcast delves into the Tanakh, exploring and discussing 4 chapters every two weeks from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.
Joshua Holo responds to Elli Fischer's critique of Michael Chabon's commencement address at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR).
Leopold Zunz, considered the founder of Jewish Studies, revolutionized the field by emphasizing historical context and incorporating non-Jewish sources.
In a discussion on advanced Torah study for women, Judah Goldberg emphasizes the need for further development of advanced Talmud programs for women.
The affordability crisis in Jewish day schools remains unsolved since the Great Recession, with tuition costs increasing significantly over the years.
In this discussion, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman explore the dynamics of the relationship between American and Israeli Jews, with Israelis indicating that American Jewish opinions matter, but not significantly.
In this podcast episode, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the perceived importance of American Jewish opinions by Israelis, issues when criticism of Israel merges with anti-Semitism, and the ethics of defense companies donating to educational institutions.
In TanakhCast #132, the podcast delves into the full range of emotions found within the Tanakh, covering 4 chapters from Genesis to 2 Chronicles in each episode.
Dr. Adam Mendelson of the University of Cape Town conducted a groundbreaking study on Black South Africans' attitudes towards Jewish people in major urban areas.
The discussion revolves around the impact of digital tools on Jewish learning, particularly in Torah study.
Abraham Carmel, formerly known as Kenneth Charles Cox, made headlines in 1979 for being a Catholic priest who converted to Orthodox Judaism after a period of spiritual exploration through various religions.
TanakhCast #131 discusses the Tanakh in a podcast format, exploring 4 chapters every two weeks, from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.
Swarthmore College has decided not to discontinue the sale of Sabra hummus on campus despite a petition from the Students for Justice in Palestine.
In TanakhCast #130, the discussion focuses on exploring and reflecting on 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, beginning with Genesis and concluding with 2 Chronicles.
In this episode of "Unorthodox," topics discussed include Natalie Portman declining the 'Jewish Nobel Prize' in Israel and a Jewish artichoke controversy in Italy.
Rabbi Ozer Glickman, a beloved teacher and figure in the Jewish community, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and generosity.
In Israel, a growing number of Arab parents are choosing to send their children to Jewish schools for the better funding, educational opportunities, and Hebrew language skills they provide, despite the potential loss of Arabic language and challenges to their Palestinian identity.
Rabbi Chaim Yaakov Goldvicht, the Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Kerem BYavneh, played a significant role in the history of Religious Zionism in Israel.
Dr. Caroline Light of Harvard University discusses her book "That Pride of Race and Character: The Roots of Jewish Benevolence in the Jim Crow South" with host Gilad Halpern.
The article explores the evolving landscape of Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) study, highlighting the renewed emphasis on religious value in interpreting biblical texts.
Yohanan Plesner, the president of the Israel Democracy Institute, reflects on Israeli democracy's progress and challenges as the nation marks its 70th Independence Day.
This poem "Ode to a Nightingale" by Yocheved Friedman is a tribute to Rav Yosef Dov Ha-Levi Soloveitchik, focusing on his impactful legacy as a teacher and leader.
The term "microaggressions" refers to subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory remarks or actions that can have harmful effects on individuals, particularly people of color.
TanakhCast #128 focuses on interpreting and discussing 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, covering material from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.
In his upcoming book, "Judaism: The Genealogy of a Modern Notion," Professor Daniel Boyarin from the University of California, Berkeley, posits that the idea of Judaism as a distinct and full-fledged concept is a modern construction.

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