JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Monday, July 28, 2025

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Fox just delivered the most unexpectedly Jewish hour on TV

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

In a compelling episode of Fox's reality series "The Fixer," Marcus Lemonis delves into the world of Popinsanity, a gourmet snack company run by Orthodox Jewish men.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Torah

The Day After Pardes

Max Hollander in Lehrhaus

Max Hollander's exploration of the Pardes story delves into a mystical Talmudic narrative about four sages—Ben Azzai, Ben Zoma, Elisha ben Avuya (Aher), and Rabbi Akiva—who ascend to a heavenly realm, each with dramatically different outcomes.

0 Philosophy Holidays

In a time of fear and despair, we can still feel and inspire awe

Robert Zaretsky in Forward

The reflection by Robert Zaretsky explores the multifaceted nature of awe, particularly in the context of the Jewish High Holidays, known as the Yamim Noraim or Days of Awe, which begin with Rosh Hashanah and culminate on Yom Kippur.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

Tom Lehrer, satirist who sang about ‘Hanukkah in Santa Monica,’ dies at 97

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Tom Lehrer, a satirist and mathematician, passed away at 97, leaving a legacy that includes the humor-filled song "(I'm Spending) Hanukkah in Santa Monica."

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism History

The Most Dangerous Enemy Jews Have Ever Faced

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article delves into the complex and painful topic of Jewish betrayal, particularly focusing on the controversial theory that Anne Frank's betrayal may have involved a Jewish informant.

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump administration promotes official with history of antisemitic ties to lead U.S. peace efforts

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The promotion of Darren Beattie, a controversial Jewish figure with ties to antisemitic and white nationalist circles, has stirred significant concern among Jewish organizations and political figures.

0 Politics Israel

A Palestinian state cannot be recognized into existence.

Dena Tauber in Future of Jewish

The article examines the complex issue of recognizing a Palestinian state without a peace agreement, highlighting the challenges this presents under international law.

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

Debunking a Genocide Scholar

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article challenges the narrative that Israel's military actions in Gaza amount to genocide, arguing that such claims are based on biased reports and manipulated perceptions.