Gender/Identity

Why Religious Liberty Can’t Justify Torture, Even When It’s for a Get

Michael Helfand in Lehrhaus · 20 Jul 2017

The article discusses a case where a group of Orthodox Jewish men, including rabbis, were involved in a torture-for-hire scheme targeting husbands who refused to grant their wives a Jewish divorce document known as a get.

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Listening to Women’s Voices

Sarah C. Rudolph in Lehrhaus · 17 Jul 2017

The text discusses the importance of listening to women's voices in Jewish tradition, referencing biblical figures like Sarah, Miriam, Deborah, Rahav, Hannah, and Esther to illustrate the active roles women played, speaking out and being heard.

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Saying No to Kids

Jennifer Richler in Tablet · 11 Jul 2017

In Israel, the societal emphasis on motherhood is strong due to reasons like religious beliefs, historical trauma, and demographic concerns.

0 History Gender/Identity

Clara Lemlich’s Legacy Continues To Be an Inspiration for Change

Emily Schneider in Tablet · 5 Jul 2017

"Clara Lemlich's Legacy Continues To Be an Inspiration for Change" highlights the release of Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger's children's book, "She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World," which focuses on extraordinary women who demonstrated persistence and achievement.

0 Gender/Identity Israel

Down and Out in Be'er Sheba and Afula

Tel Aviv Review · 3 Jul 2017

Orly Benjamin, a sociology professor at Bar-Ilan University, discusses her book "Gendering Israel's Outsourcing," providing a feminist perspective on how socioeconomic and political changes have impacted vulnerable sectors of the Israeli labor market.

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H. Alan Scott on 'Pinkwashing' in Israel

Unorthodox · 28 Jun 2017

L.A.-based comedian and writer H Alan Scott, known for his love of The Golden Girls, shared his experience visiting Israel for Tel Aviv Pride and subsequently wrote about "pinkwashing" and the BDS movement in a Newsweek article.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Losing My Daughter

Adam Burnat in Tablet · 26 Jun 2017

The author recounts the harrowing experience of his wife going into premature labor at just 23 weeks and three days, resulting in their extremely premature daughter being born weighing only 1 pound.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

The Silence of the Dads

Marjorie Ingall in Tablet · 16 Jun 2017

The article explores the historical portrayal and cultural evolution of Jewish fathers in American society, contrasting with the more dominant stereotype of Jewish mothers.

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The "Will Politics be on the Midterm?" Edition

Promised Podcast · 15 Jun 2017

The podcast episode discusses three main topics: the potential leadership role of Dina Dayan, an ultra-Orthodox woman from the Negev Desert, in the Israeli Labor Party; the controversy surrounding a proposed "Code of Ethics" to restrict political discussions by teachers in Israeli colleges and universities; and Israel's compliance with Russia's ban on allowing babies adopted from Russia to be placed with LGBTQ families.

0 Television/Film Gender/Identity

Seinfeld to Kesha: No Hugs for You!

Rachel Shukert in Tablet · 9 Jun 2017

Jerry Seinfeld, the beloved comedian, recently made headlines when he rejected a hug from pop star Kesha at a red carpet event in Washington, D.C. Seinfeld, known for his dry humor and aversion to hugs, explained that he is not a hugger, especially with strangers, citing his own personal boundaries.

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Master and Commander: Ep. 93

Unorthodox · 8 Jun 2017

Fred Kuhr, host of The Point, a talk show bringing gay and straight men together, discusses gay stereotypes of straight men and differences in homophobia between America and Canada, while also sharing his experience adjusting to Montreal bagels.

0 Gender/Identity Language

On the [Jew] Media

Unorthodox · 24 May 2017

Mark Oppenheimer, host of Unorthodox, has raised the question of the word "Jew" versus "Jewish" in a recent op-ed for The New York Times, highlighting the debate over whether "Jew" is still viewed as a slur or if it should be reclaimed.

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‘Make Birobidzhan Gay Again’

Samantha Shokin in Tablet · 22 May 2017

Brighton Beach Pride, a Russian-speaking pride parade in Brooklyn, marked a significant moment for the LGBTQ community, challenging homophobia within the conservative enclave of Brighton Beach, largely populated by Soviet Jews.

0 History Gender/Identity

Westminster Abbey Opens Its Doors to Prince Harry’s Girlfriend, a Divorcee

Rachel Shukert in Tablet · 19 May 2017

Westminster Abbey has opened its doors for Prince Harry to marry his girlfriend, actress Meghan Markle, despite her being a divorcee, as the Church of England allows divorced individuals to remarry.

0 Israel Gender/Identity

The "Eurovisionaries" Edition

Promised Podcast · 18 May 2017

In a discussion with Noah, Don, and Miriam Herschlag, the Ops & Blogs Editor at Times of Israel, several topics are covered, including Ehud Barak's perspective on political ideologies, the dangers of conversion therapy offered by ultra-Orthodox therapists in Israel, and the popularity of the Eurovision song contest in the country.

0 Holocaust Gender/Identity

The Helicopter Shrink

Judy Batalion in Tablet · 10 May 2017

The author describes her experience entering a therapist's office filled with clutter and how it triggers her memories of her mother's hoarding tendencies.

0 Politics Gender/Identity

I’m A Zionist And A Feminist. I Stand With Linda Sarsour.

Brad Lander in Forward · 8 May 2017

Brad Lander, a New York City Council member and self-described Zionist and feminist, defends activist Linda Sarsour against accusations of anti-Semitism and outlines his longstanding collaborative relationship with her.

0 Politics Gender/Identity

The “IDF = In a Dither about Feminism?” Edition

Promised Podcast · 4 May 2017

Allison, Don, and Noah discuss significant topics including the Labor Party leadership race, the challenges of coexistence between Palestinians and Israelis, and the IDF's controversial cancellation of a feminist workshop for female officers.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Brand Management: Ep. 87

Unorthodox · 27 Apr 2017

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the intersections of modern Jewish culture and interfaith relationships through conversations with Danya Shults, founder of Arq, and Michael Knowles, managing editor of the Daily Wire.

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

My Two Divorces

Amy Schreibman Walter in Tablet · 24 Apr 2017

The author recounts her experience going through both a civil and a Jewish divorce within a year and a half of marriage.

0 Education Gender/Identity

Title IX Campus Witch Hunts, According to Laura Kipnis

David Mikics in Tablet · 14 Apr 2017

Laura Kipnis, in her book "Unwanted Advances: Sexual Paranoia Comes to Campus," criticizes how Title IX, originally designed to address gender discrimination, has expanded to cover all forms of sexual misconduct on college campuses, leading to what she calls a "witch hunt" atmosphere.

0 Holidays Gender/Identity

The Seder After the Split

Wendy Paris in Tablet · 4 Apr 2017

After going through a split with her husband, the author hosted a Passover Seder as a test of her ability to navigate being single and maintaining a homey life on her own.

0 Literature Gender/Identity

Funny How a Poem Can Get Under Your Skin

Ruth R. Wisse in Jewish Review of Books · 27 Mar 2017

American Yiddish poet Celia Dropkin's work, including the poem "Di tsirkus dame" and "In heysn vint," reflects a personal yet provocative exploration of themes such as eroticism and female identity within Yiddish poetry circles of the 1920s.

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The "People of the Book, Those Elitist F*cks!" Edition

Promised Podcast · 23 Mar 2017

Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the topics of open primaries for political parties like Meretz, the intersection of feminism and Zionism, and the implications of anti-intellectualism in a discussion about a right-wing MK who proudly admits to not having read a book in ten years.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Children after Divorce

Jewish Action · 21 Mar 2017

The impact of divorce on children, especially in the Orthodox Jewish community, is lifelong and profound.

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