Music
Leonard Cohen's latest album "You Want It Darker" delves into his Jewish roots, showcasing his connection to his youth in Montreal and the cantorial tradition.
Kosha Dillz, an American rapper, incorporates his Jewish identity prominently in his music, addressing topics like anti-Semitism and addiction.
In episode 54 of Unorthodox, the hosts are focused on the Olympics.
This episode features an engaging conversation with Rebecca Schiff about her debut short story collection, and an interview with Mo Rocca, who shares his experiences from show business and his perspective on Jewish culture.
Morris Levy, a prominent figure in the music industry in the mid-20th century, was known for his controversial business practices, ties to the Mafia, and legal troubles.
In 2015, amid a backdrop of European challenges including terrorism and anti-Semitism, Berlin's Komische Oper and Opra National de Paris staged Arnold Schoenberg's Moses und Aron.
In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah address the unique state of the Israeli government, which appears both unstable and stable.
In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah deliberate on Prime Minister Netanyahu's efforts to mend ties with American Jews, the EU's new guidelines on labeling products from occupied territories, and how those on the left should react.
In the discussion titled "They Really Don't Like Us!" in Haaretz, Noah, Don, and columnist Bradley Burston explore the strained relations between Israelis and Palestinians, questioning the plausibility of a one-state solution.
Professor Warren Brodsky, a music psychologist from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and author of "Driving With Music: Cognitive-Behavioral Implications," emphasizes the importance of selecting music thoughtfully for your daily commute.
The Death of Klinghoffer, an opera inspired by the 1985 Achille Lauro hijacking, has faced controversy for its depiction of the events and the character of Leon Klinghoffer, an elderly Jewish man killed during the hijacking.
Five Rosh Hashanah-themed music videos are highlighted to enhance the High Holiday spirit.
Tablet's "No Business Like Show Business" episode 4 covers a range of Jewish-related topics, including the controversy around Jewish rapper Matisyahu being removed from a Spanish reggae festival for not denouncing Israel, Hollywood Jews supporting the Iran deal, and the portrayal of Jerry Heller in "Straight Outta Compton."
In the podcast episode "The Other Side of Israel," Noah and guest Sandy Fox explore the diverse Israeli music scene as a reprieve from troubling news.
In this edition, Don, Noah, and guest Ilene Prusher talk about the growing divide between the Israeli left and the American Pro-Israeli left, focusing on J Street's campaign supporting the Iran deal.
In a discussion titled "The Peace Movement Stirs?", Don, Noah, and guest Ilene Prusher touch upon three significant topics: the controversy over a natural gas deal in Israel, the resurgence of the peace movement amidst the Gaza war anniversary, and the impact of Israeli musicians favoring English over Hebrew.
In this episode, Allison, Don, and Noah address three significant topics, including the impact of social media outrage on a government official, the legacy of Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon, and the scrutiny faced by Labor Party leader Isaac Herzog following the airing of the documentary "Herzog."
In "The Fission Indecision" Edition from The Times of Israel, Miriam Herschlag, Professor Alon Tal, and Noah discuss how leftist Israelis should respond to the framework agreement on Iran's nuclear program.
The article discusses the author's decision to pay $120 to see the Canadian prog/hard rock band Rush in concert, possibly for the last time, despite the high cost and his wife's dislike for the band.
Dr. Ephraim Chamiel discusses his book on the emergence of Modern Orthodoxy, where Jewish philosophers aimed to blend tradition with modernity.
The discussion in "The Jumpin Hegemony Edition" covers several topics: (1) the reasons why Mizrahim tend to avoid affiliating with the political Left due to experiences of oppression, (2) the trend of tourists specifically seeking out sites of conflict and oppression rather than cultural or historic landmarks, questioning whether this is positive or negative, and (3) the Ministry of Education funding a national initiative called 929, which involves reading the Bible collectively and its value as a significant investment.
In this discussion, Allison, Don, and Noah cover significant topics including the cancellation of a Charlie Hebdo event by Israeli bookstore Steimatzky, the merger of Arab parties in Israel, and the state of Israeli politics leading up to the 2015 elections.
In a podcast episode, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the Labor Party primaries, questioning if the party combining distributive justice and territorial compromise is a mistake.
In a unique tribute to the resilience of survivors, Saul Dreier, a Holocaust survivor, formed a klezmer band to honor Alice Herz-Sommer, a fellow survivor remembered for her music.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding the Metropolitan Opera's staging of "The Death of Klinghoffer," focusing on the reactions to the opera about the 1985 hijacking of the Italian cruise ship Achille Lauro by Palestinians and the murder of passenger Leon Klinghoffer.