Gender/Identity
Author Helen Schulman, known for her previous works in fiction, has released a new novel titled Lucky Dogs, which follows the intertwined lives of two women, Meredith and Nina, as they navigate complex and betraying relationships in various settings like Paris, Sarajevo, Tel Aviv, and LA.
Lerna Ekmekcioglu, a professor at MIT, delves into the discussion surrounding Armenian aspirations for a national home within the newly established Turkish Republic during the 1920s.
This episode of Unorthodox features comedian Modi discussing coming out to his mother about being a comedian and finding pride in being openly gay and Jewish.
"Inherently Fertile" is a pop culture-focused episode of the show "Bonjour Chai," discussing topics such as Taylor Swift, biblical themes in the TV show Succession, jazz musician Tevet Sela, and the HBO series Being Mary Tyler Moore.
The podcast episode discusses the discovery of the story of Wuhsha the Broker in the Cairo Geniza, shedding light on the extraordinary role of this 11th-century Jewish trader in medieval Egypt.
Eliana Johnson discusses the media's criticism of Dianne Feinstein, their neglect of John Fetterman's appearance, and the significance of Fetterman's clothing in American politics on a podcast.
The podcast episode reflects on the tragic suicide of Herschel Siegel, a gay Orthodox man from Atlanta who struggled with mental health issues and acceptance within the Orthodox Jewish community.
FrumGPT, an Orthodox chatbot based on rabbinic tradition and developed by Eli Hochberg, asserts that women should not serve as rabbis in line with Orthodox belief and places emphasis on their traditional roles as wives and mothers.
The podcast explores the life of Emma Goldman, a Jewish anarchist activist in early 20th-century America known for her contributions to feminism and the American left.
"Without Precedent: The Supreme Life of Rosalie Abella" is a new documentary highlighting the remarkable career of Hon.
Pearl Richman, a retired teacher, has created two new inclusive haggadot for Passover, aimed at modern families and designed to better engage young people in the Seder ritual.
The podcast discusses the rising trend of "traditional wives" within the Orthodox community, who embrace roles like homemaking and child-rearing as part of their happiness.
"Chanshi" is a popular new Israeli show telling the story of a young Orthodox woman who embarks on a journey to Israel to have encounters with IDF soldiers, leaving behind her fiancé.
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Shelley Zalis, mainstay of the elite conference circuit, pitches gender equity to the Davos set
Shelley Zalis, a prominent advocate for gender equity, is active on the elite conference circuit, addressing issues of gender parity and caregiving support for women in top leadership positions.
The recent conflict between Ben Shapiro's The Daily Wire and right-wing YouTube star Steven Crowder has revealed a spectacle of mudslinging and profit-chasing within the conservative media landscape.
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Toronto’s Reena agency turns 50 facing middle-aged challenges of caring for older residents with disabilities
Reena, a prominent Jewish organization in Canada, was founded 50 years ago to provide support and housing for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to remain integrated within the community.
A suspect in the 2018 murder of Blaze Bernstein, a Jewish and gay college student, is finally being tried after being ruled competent to stand trial.
The podcast episode discusses Babatha, an ancient Jewish woman who, despite being unremarkable, shed light on 2nd century Judea through documents found in her abandoned handbag 2,000 years ago.
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Cyberfrumenism: Why these ultra-Orthodox women singers are going viral—against the wishes of some rabbis
The article discusses the rising trend of young ultra-Orthodox Jewish women, particularly from Canada, using social media to showcase their singing talents despite facing resistance from some rabbis who adhere to the prohibition of kol isha, which restricts women from singing in front of men.
Benjamin Netanyahu has formed his sixth government in Israel, returning as prime minister with a right-wing coalition.
This podcast episode delves into the lesser-known stories of two powerful Jewish women in history, Dona Gracia Mendes and Benvenida Abrabanel, who emerged during the Spanish Inquisition.
In this episode of Unorthodox, the host explores the topic of Sweet Sixteen parties in Jewish culture and interviews guest Isabel Kaplan about her new novel, NSFW, discussing issues of sexism in everyday life and work.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has decided to pursue involuntary commitment for mentally ill individuals on the streets and subways.
In a recent podcast, the discussion included Joe Biden's decision to extend the emergency provision allowing the suspension of college loan payments, the revelation that the shooter in Colorado Springs is non-binary, and a reflection on Americans' genuine sentiments towards turkey as Thanksgiving approaches.
In a Jewish History Nerds podcast episode, the hosts discuss Napoleon's deliberations on whether Jews could be French citizens during the French Revolution.