Literature

Journalist Matti Friedman discusses his book "Who By Fire: Leonard Cohen in the Sinai" on the Field Commander Cohen podcast with hosts Yonit and Jonathan, detailing Leonard Cohen's musical tour during the Yom Kippur war.
Al Pacino, known for his iconic portrayals of Italian and Latino characters, also has a lesser-known history of depicting Jewish figures on screen and stage.
The text questions whether the January 6 Committee's focus on criminalizing the belief that the 2020 election was stolen may lead to overreach and squander public support.
In this episode of Unorthodox, the focus is on Jewish rock musician Lenny Solomon from Shlock Rock, discussing creating parody songs, humor in music, and his fundraising for the musical "Daniel in Babylon."
Micah Goodman discusses Israel's shift towards the political center and its implications for other societies in his books "Catch-67" and "The Wondering Jew."
A Brooklyn native recounts his unexpected summer adventure in 1959 when, after a chance job offer, he became a yeoman on a training ship traveling to England, Norway, Spain, France, and Madeira.
This episode delves into the complex family situation of the renowned philosopher Spinoza.
The article explores the presence of antisemitic stereotypes in British literature, particularly focusing on the depiction of goblins in Harry Potter and other works.
In a recent podcast episode, the discussion highlights the Congressional response to the events of January 6, specifically addressing the peculiar moment when a song from the musical "Hamilton" was sung, portraying a positive image of a man involved in a seditious conspiracy against the United States.
The author expresses frustration over the ongoing debate about whether the goblins in the Harry Potter series are antisemitic Jewish caricatures.
While the podcast hosts did not select any specific content from 2021 as the best holiday fare, they offer timeless seasonal recommendations for listeners to enjoy.
In a recent podcast episode, the hosts share their favorite books from 2021, discussing both newly published works and older titles they enjoyed during the year.
David Bahnsen discusses the Build Back Better bill on a podcast, highlighting its potential political impact on Democrats.
Prof. Yuval Noah Harari joins a conversation touching on various topics including pandemics, climate change, the role of corporations versus governments, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and trans rights, as well as sharing personal Bar Mitzvah experiences.
In his latest book "The Rebel Christ," Reverend Michael Coren cleverly advocates for equal marriage, the right to abortion, and presents supporting scriptures for his arguments.
Paul Auster, known for his lengthy novels, currently delves into writing a 738-page biography of 19th-century author Stephen Crane, finding admiration in Crane's prolific yet tragically short career.
Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis, Head of Public Health Services at Israel's Ministry of Health, is interviewed in this podcast episode, discussing her role in leading Israel's COVID-19 vaccination efforts and concerns about a potential fifth wave.
The podcast discussed the lack of emphasis on Colin Powell's memoir in school curricula compared to memoirs focusing on racial bitterness.
Joseph Ha-Kohen, a Jewish historian and physician in the Middle Ages, is recognized for his work "Emek Ha-Bakha" chronicling Jewish persecutions.
In the podcast episode "A New Crime Wave?" featuring Jason Riley, they discuss topics related to crime trends and concerns in the United States.
Yesh, an American individual, has written a book called "Unthinkable Dreams" which recounts the profound impact of his mother's passing shortly before the events of 9-11.
The podcast explores the similarities between America's prominent leftist Congress member and Anthony Trollope's character, Phineas Finn, delves into the Democrats' preference for spending trillions of dollars, and discusses why the Tony Awards did not recognize a Black Lives Matter play.
Susan Sontag, a prominent philosopher and cultural critic, pondered the complex relationship between reality and representation throughout her influential career.
Batya Ungar-Sargon argues in her book "Bad News: How Woke Media Is Undermining Democracy" that while woke culture focuses on racial identity politics, it overlooks the significant issue of class inequality as the true force dividing American society.
The podcast discusses the rise of Republican-conservative support for the events of January 6 and the repercussions of this trend, questioning whether Peggy Noonan's recent column in the Wall Street Journal is accurate in suggesting that America has "lost the thread."

Top authors in Literature

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