JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Education

Should outsiders step in to address campus antisemitism? The question is dividing Jews at the U of Washington.

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The University of Washington is grappling with campus antisemitism, sparking debate among its Jewish community about the role of outside organizations in addressing the issue.

0 Antisemitism Communities

An Antisemitic Attack in My Neighborhood

Emes Ve-Emunah

A recent antisemitic attack in Chicago's West Rogers Park neighborhood has raised alarm among local Jewish communities.

0 Antisemitism Culture

TikToker arrested for ripping down NJ restaurant’s Greek flags she thought were Israeli

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Amber Matthews, a 23-year-old TikTok user, was arrested for bias intimidation after she documented herself ripping down Greek flags from a New Jersey restaurant, mistakenly believing they were Israeli.

0 Antisemitism Ethics

The Hidden Messages in Your Antisemitism Anxiety

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

In this exploration of antisemitism-induced anxiety, Joshua Hoffman delves into the historical and contemporary factors contributing to the pervasive sense of unease among Jews worldwide.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Suspect charged with attempted murder after shooting Orthodox Jew on his way to Chicago synagogue

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

The recent shooting of an Orthodox Jewish man on his way to synagogue in Chicago has led to charges of attempted murder against Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Orthodox Jew shot on way to Chicago synagogue; man charged with attempted murder

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

An Orthodox Jewish man was shot while walking to synagogue in the West Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, leading to the arrest and charging of Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi with multiple felonies, including attempted murder.

Politics ›

0 Politics Leadership

The Durham Dilemma

Armin Rosen in Tablet

Josh Stein, the current North Carolina Attorney General and likely gubernatorial winner, represents a shift in Democratic leadership, focusing on moderation and effective governance.

0 Politics Antisemitism

ADL takes flak for failing to tie bigotry at Madison Square Garden rally to Trump

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) faces criticism for its response to a Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, which was marked by bigotry and racist remarks against various minority groups.

0 Politics Holocaust

Donald Trump is no Adolf Hitler.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman argues that equating Donald Trump with Adolf Hitler is an intellectually dishonest oversimplification that minimizes the unprecedented atrocities committed by Hitler.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The logic behind Doug Emhoff's warning about Trump

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Doug Emhoff, the second gentleman, addressed Jewish voters in Pittsburgh to advocate for Vice President Kamala Harris as a safer electoral choice compared to Donald Trump, amidst concerns of rising antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The logic behind Doug Emhoff's warning about Trump

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff recently addressed Jewish voters in Pittsburgh to advocate for Vice President Kamala Harris's suitability as a presidential candidate over Donald Trump, particularly concerning issues of antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The logic behind Doug Emhoff's warning about Trump

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Doug Emhoff, the Second Gentleman, addressed Jewish voters in Pittsburgh, emphasizing the perception of Donald Trump as a chaotic and divisive figure who fuels antisemitic sentiments.

0 Politics History

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

European leaders are strategizing for potentially another term under US President Donald Trump, who disruptively challenged the postwar norms of immigration, NATO dynamics, and free trade.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In the midst of a turbulent election season, the podcast "Fourcast" from Mishpacha Magazine delves into the unprecedented political race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.

0 Politics Israel

Israel Fights to Win

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article details Israel's aggressive military campaign against Hezbollah, which has significantly weakened the group's leadership and military capabilities.

0 Politics Israel

One co-founder of the Uncommitted movement will vote for Harris — the other will not

Lauren Markoe in Forward

The article discusses the voting dilemma facing the Uncommitted movement, a pro-Palestinian group that protested the Democratic primaries over dissatisfaction with the U.S.'s handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Politics History

He directed a film about the 1939 fascist MSG rally — here’s what he saw at Donald Trump’s

PJ Grisar in Forward

Marshall Curry, director of the Oscar-nominated documentary on the 1939 pro-Nazi rally at Madison Square Garden, attended Donald Trump's rally at the same venue in 2024.

0 Politics Gender/Identity

Why the LGBT Community Opposes Israel, According to a Gay Zionist

Blake Flayton in Future of Jewish

Blake Flayton, a gay Zionist living in Tel Aviv, discusses why parts of the LGBT community oppose Israel.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Report: Green Party candidate Jill Stein’s running mate celebrated the Oct. 7 attack on Israel

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Jill Stein, the Green Party's Jewish presidential candidate, faces scrutiny for her vice-presidential pick, Rudolph "Butch" Ware, who is reported to have celebrated the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas.

0 Politics Israel

Bernie Sanders: Vote Harris because Gaza is ‘not the only issue’

Louis Keene in Forward

Senator Bernie Sanders advocates for voters critical of the Biden administration's stance on Gaza to support Democratic nominee Kamala Harris in the upcoming election, citing broader national and humanitarian stakes.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump’s MSG rally features pledges to defend Israel — and draws accusations of antisemitism

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden has sparked significant controversy by intertwining pro-Israel rhetoric with elements that many critics say are antisemitic.

0 Politics Antisemitism

New Chicago education board president has history of antisemitic, pro-Hamas Facebook posts

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Rev. Mitchell Ikenna Johnson, recently appointed president of the Chicago Board of Education, has a controversial history of sharing antisemitic and pro-Hamas content on social media, raising alarm among Jewish communities and organizations.

Culture ›

0 Culture Literature

A Streetwise Jewish Monster From Brooklyn

Andrew Fox in Tablet

Andrew Fox explores the beloved Jewish monster archetype through the character of Ben Grimm, aka 'the Thing' from Marvel's Fantastic Four.

0 Culture Television/Film

For 'Ragtime' star Brandon Uranowitz, to be Jewish is to be hopeful

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward

Brandon Uranowitz's portrayal of Tateh in the Encores! revival of Ragtime at the New York City Center offers a deeply Jewish lens on themes of hope and cultural assimilation.

0 Culture Television/Film

Rachel Bloom’s New Netflix Special Is an Inherently Jewish Exploration of Mortality

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Rachel Bloom's new Netflix special, "Death, Let Me Do My Show," delves into mortality through a Jewish lens despite her atheism.

0 Culture Television/Film

Is Seth Meyers Jewish? His wife, kids and jokes are.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

Seth Meyers delves into his connection to Judaism in his new comedy special, 'Dad Man Walking,' aired on Max.

0 Culture Politics

How the humorless cruelty of Trump supporters betrays a Jewish tradition of insult comedy

Benjamin Ivry in Forward

Benjamin Ivry critiques the misguided attempts of certain right-wing comedians to emulate the art of Jewish insult comedy, famously practiced by Don Rickles and others.

0 Culture Holidays

Will we dance again?

eJewishPhilanthropy

Following the devastating events of October 7, the Jewish tradition of finding joy amidst brokenness, particularly during Simchat Torah, offers a poignant reflection on resilience and perseverance.

History ›

0 History Politics

Friends in High Places

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Historically, US presidents have had varied interactions with the Jewish community, often shaping outcomes for Jews both at home and abroad.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Torah

The Dark and the Light

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr contrasts the perspectives of two poets to emphasize a Jewish worldview on life, aging, and the afterlife.

0 Philosophy History

Paul Mendes-Flohr, Israeli-American authority on Martin Buber, dies at 83

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Paul Mendes-Flohr, a renowned Israeli-American scholar, passed away at 83.

Prayer ›

0 Prayer Philosophy

Vessels of Peace

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr explores the multifaceted nature of the Sim Shalom prayer, emphasizing peace (shalom) not only as a crucial aspiration but as a vessel required to receive other blessings.

Education ›

0 Education Torah

The Story in a Story

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Rabbi Chananya Berzon recounts an impactful moment from his time leading Bar-Ilan University's foreign student program.

0 Education Communities

Expanding Jewish education: The gig economy for learning

eJewishPhilanthropy

The gig economy's flexibility and innovation have expanded into Jewish education through platforms like the Jewish Learning Collaborative (JLC).

Communities ›

0 Communities Torah

Inbox: Issue 1034

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The multifaceted discussion in this issue centers around Jewish communal dynamics, individual needs, and religious expectations.

0 Communities History

Poland’s Jewish museum marks its first decade, made tumultuous by politics

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

The Polin Museum in Warsaw, marking its 10th anniversary, stands as a testament to the 1,000-year history of Jews in Poland.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Culture

Is it really so wrong to be into Nazi kink?

Mira Fox in Forward

Mira Fox explores the controversial realm of Nazi kink through discussing Leora Fridman's book "Bound Up: On Kink, Power and Belonging."

0 Gender/Identity Television/Film

A New Andrea Dworkin Documentary

Eleanor J. Bader in Lilith

Award-winning filmmaker Roberta Pyzel's 57-minute documentary, "Dworkin," revisits the influential work and thoughts of Andrea Dworkin, a formidable feminist writer and activist known for her impassioned critiques of patriarchy and sexual violence.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Communities

How do you solve a conundrum like Menachem Mendel Schneerson?

Steven Kellman in Forward

Ezra Glinter's biography of Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the late Lubavitcher Rebbe, presents a complex portrait of a man whose public persona was vastly influential yet whose private life remains largely enigmatic.

0 Leadership Ethics

A friend and supporter reflects on Rabbi David Saperstein’s 50 years with the Religious Action Center

eJewishPhilanthropy

Rabbi David Saperstein's 50-year leadership at the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism underscores his profound impact on social justice through community organizing and the Jewish principle of tikkun olam.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

For women using IVF to screen embryos for genetic diseases, these peers can offer support

Eric Berger in JTA

Women with the BRCA genetic mutation face significant risks of cancers, particularly within the Ashkenazi Jewish community.

0 Jewish Law Politics

The Dati Roshei Yeshiva Speak Out

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Roshei Yeshiva from the Dati-Leumi community are voicing their opposition to charedi exemptions from Israeli military service amid the ongoing conflict affecting their community.

Literature ›

0 Literature Philosophy

Frankenstein’s Creature Is Jewish. Dracula Is Goyish.

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet

Liel Leibovitz explores how Frankenstein’s creature can be understood as Jewish, contrasting with Dracula, who embodies non-Jewish ideals.