Gender/Identity

Two Movies To See At The Washington Jewish Film Festival (And On The Fest Circuit)

Forward · 29 Dec 2017

"Humor Me" by Sam Hoffman is a charming indie comedy with a Jewish twist, following the story of Nate, a struggling playwright who moves in with his father Bob in a retirement community and finds unexpected self-discovery and reconciliation.

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“The ‘Herem’ of Public Opinion” Edition

Promised Podcast · 28 Dec 2017

In a recent discussion, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Allison Kaplan Sommer explore three key topics: right-wing participation in protests against Netanyahu's government, the implications of Palestinian teenager Ahed Tamimi's activism, and the concept of public opinion excommunication and rehabilitation following a sexual harassment incident involving Ari Shavit.

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“The ‘Herem’ of Public Opinion” Edition

Promised Podcast · 28 Dec 2017

In a recent episode, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Haaretz journalist Allison Kaplan Sommer explore various significant topics and share a heartwarming anecdote from Israel.

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An Elegy for a Beit Midrash

Rachel Rosenthal in Tablet · 20 Dec 2017

The writer reflects on their profound connection to the study of Talmud at the Drisha Institute, where they first encountered the text and discovered their love for learning and teaching Torah.

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Women’s Talmud Study and the Value of Choice

Yaakov Bieler in Lehrhaus · 17 Dec 2017

Jack Bieler champions women's Talmud study, noting the importance of individual interest and ability in Jewish education.

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Women’s Torah Study and Cosmic Evolution

Ilan Fuchs in Lehrhaus · 13 Dec 2017

In his exploration of women's Torah study and its place in modern Jewish communities, Ilan Fuchs discusses Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's perspective, emphasizing that women's education is crucial in the context of spiritual growth and the evolving roles of women in society.

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“You’ve Always Had the Power”: On Women and Wizards and Rabbis (Oh My!)

Sarah Rindner in Lehrhaus · 12 Dec 2017

The symposium on women and Torah learning highlighted the support from Jewish leaders like the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Soloveitchik, and Rabbi Lichtenstein for women engaging in high-level Torah study.

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Farewell to a Scoundrel

Wesley Yang in Tablet · 12 Dec 2017

Lorin Stein, a respected figure in the literary world who served as editor of The Paris Review, resigned amidst accusations of inappropriate relationships with interns and writers.

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Single-Mindedness: Towards a New Understanding of Singlehood

Tel Aviv Review · 11 Dec 2017

Dr. Kinneret Lahad from Tel Aviv University introduces her book "A Table for One: Re-Scheduling Singlehood and Time" in which she offers a fresh perspective on singlehood within the context of feminist studies on family.

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Opinion | Should We Still Be Singing Carlebach?

Forward · 7 Dec 2017

The article discusses the ongoing debate surrounding Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach's music and legacy in the Jewish community despite allegations of sexual impropriety.

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Opinion | It’s Time To Stop Singing Shlomo Carlebach’s Songs

Forward · 7 Dec 2017

The article discusses the author's personal connection to Shlomo Carlebach, a Jewish musician accused of sexually harassing and assaulting multiple women, including the author's mother.

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Mirvis’s Complaint

Risa Miller in Lehrhaus · 7 Dec 2017

In "The Book of Separation" by Tova Mirviss, the author recounts her departure from Orthodox Judaism and marriage, depicting her journey from religious observance to secular freedom, embracing practices like using technology on Shabbat and celebrating non-traditional holidays.

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10 Jewish Women Badder Than Taylor Swift

Forward · 5 Dec 2017

A Twitter post asking for names of women "badder" than Taylor Swift led to a discussion highlighting strong Jewish women throughout history.

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Movers and Shakers: Ep. 114

Unorthodox · 30 Nov 2017

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss various topics such as beauty pageant diplomacy, Gal Gadot's Mossad mix-up, and more.

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How The Jewish Community Can Make #MeToo Into #WeToo

Jane Eisner in Forward · 20 Nov 2017

The article discusses the #MeToo movement and its potential transformation into #WeToo, emphasizing the need for real change in addressing sexual harassment and gender dynamics within the Jewish community.

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The "Unscrewed" Edition

Promised Podcast · 16 Nov 2017

In the "Unscrewed" Edition, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff delve into the lack of grievance among secular and Mizrahi right-wing Israelis despite societal perceptions, the sense of discrimination felt by affluent liberal-left voters, the significance and impact of the Israeli-American Council on American Jewry and Israel, and the challenges faced by Israeli women within a patriarchal society amidst the #MeToo movement.

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The "Unscrewed" Edition

Promised Podcast · 16 Nov 2017

In this episode of "Unscrewed," Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss why some members of Israel's secular and Mizrahi right do not express grievances often associated with them, while relatively wealthy liberal-left voters feel discriminated against.

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A Love Letter to the Woman of Valor

Malka Z. Simkovich in Lehrhaus · 9 Nov 2017

The author reflects on the traditional Jewish poem, Eishet Hayil (Woman of Valor), initially viewing it as a metaphor between the Jewish people and the Sabbath, then later as a misogynistic text.

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Why Are There Empty Chairs in the Beit Midrash?: Updating the Communal Agenda

Tova Warburg Sinensky in Lehrhaus · 31 Oct 2017

The article discusses the ongoing debate around the inclusion of women in intensive Torah study, particularly focusing on the need to update communal attitudes and practices.

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How Israel Abolished Trafficking in Women

Tel Aviv Review · 30 Oct 2017

Dr. Nurit Hashimshony-Yaffe, a political scientist at Tel Aviv-Yaffo Academic College, discusses her study on Israel's successful efforts to eliminate the trafficking of women.

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How Israel Abolished Trafficking in Women

Tel Aviv Review · 30 Oct 2017

Dr. Nurit Hashimshony-Yaffe, a political scientist at Tel Aviv-Yaffo Academic College, discusses her study on Israel's successful efforts to eradicate a thriving women trafficking industry, highlighting the country's effective measures in combating this issue.

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The “A Presidential Address of Existential Distress” Edition

Promised Podcast · 26 Oct 2017

In a discussion led by Noah Efron, Miriam Herschlag, and Gilad Halpern, the focus is on President Reuven Rivlin's warning about the potential peril to Israeli democracy in his recent start-of-the-winter-legislative-session speech.

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The Secret Jewish History Of Steven Universe

Forward · 11 Oct 2017

"Steven Universe" is a popular show that explores themes of identity, family, and ethics through the adventures of Steven, a half-gem, half-human child.

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Why I’m Eating This Yom Kippur

Forward · 29 Sep 2017

The author shares her struggle with an eating disorder that started during Yom Kippur in college, leading to self-hatred and unhealthy habits.

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How I Became a Man

Rich Cohen in Tablet · 28 Sep 2017

In 1984, the Chicago Cubs advanced to the National League Championship Series against the San Diego Padres, which carried personal significance for the author due to familial connections with a Padres fan.

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