JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu says ‘tragic mishap’ fueled Gaza hospital strikes that killed 20, including 5 journalists

Grace Gilson in Forward

An Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza, resulted in the death of approximately 20 individuals, including five journalists.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Free Palestine? Or free pass for terror?

Lucy Tabrizi in Future of Jewish

Lucy Tabrizi critiques the recurring rallies in Western cities which ostensibly support Palestinians but often implicitly endorse extremist ideologies.

0 Politics Communities

2025 NYC mayoral election endorsements: Who is backing each candidate?

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

The 2025 NYC mayoral race is receiving significant attention from Jewish communities, with notable endorsements painting a complex picture of support.

0 Politics Antisemitism

France summons US ambassador Charles Kushner over his antisemitism allegations

Grace Gilson in JTA

The French Foreign Ministry has summoned U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner following his controversial public letter accusing French President Emmanuel Macron of fostering antisemitism by criticizing Israel and recognizing Palestinian statehood efforts.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Trump administration says it's posting 'banger memes' — here's why that's a problem for Jews

Mira Fox in Forward

The article discusses how contemporary cultural dynamics allow for controversial or offensive content, including white supremacist dog whistles, to remain unchallenged in mainstream media, as seen in American Eagle's ad campaign and a Department of Homeland Security social media post under the Trump administration.

0 Politics Israel

Words Matter. This Is a War.

Jewdicious

The article addresses the misuse and implications of the term "genocide" in relation to Israel's conflict with Hamas.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Why Can Jonathan Greenblatt Lie With Impunity?

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart criticizes Jonathan Greenblatt, head of the Anti-Defamation League, for making unchallenged statements on mainstream U.S. media that misrepresent figures and events related to Israeli-Palestinian conflicts.

0 Politics Israel

F*ck around with Israel and find out.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article by Joshua Hoffman discusses Israel's strategic doctrine often summarized by the internet slang "FAFO" ("F*ck around and find out"), highlighting its application in geopolitical conflicts.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Music

Kneecap cancels sold-out US tour, one day after clash with Jewish protesters in Paris

Grace Gilson in Forward

Irish rap group Kneecap has cancelled its sold-out U.S. tour due to member Mo Chara's legal issues over alleged support for Hezbollah, following a pattern of provocative actions, including the projection of anti-Israel messages during a past performance.

Culture ›

0 Culture Television/Film

‘Roastmaster’ Jeff Ross takes a sweet and very Jewish turn in his new one-man Broadway show

Steve North in JTA

Renowned for his sharp-tongued roasts, Jeff Ross displays a surprisingly sweet and culturally rich side in his new Broadway one-man show, "Jeff Ross: Take A Banana For The Ride."

0 Culture Politics

How the online knitting world unraveled over Israel and Gaza

Hannah Feuer in Forward

The online knitting community, typically focused on the exchange of patterns and techniques, has been caught in a political storm due to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Culture Politics

British music festival apologizes after cutting mics of Irish band that displayed Palestinian flag

Philissa Cramer in JTA

A British music festival, Victorious, issued an apology and pledged a donation to Palestinian aid after cutting the microphones of the Irish folk band, Mary Wallopers, who displayed a Palestinian flag during their performance, violating festival rules.

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

Some Good News from Israel Amid Dark Times

Emes Ve-Emunah

Rabbi Moshe Maya, a prominent Sephardi rabbinic leader previously opposed to Charedim enlisting in the IDF, has initiated a potential shift by suggesting Charedi service is acceptable if their spiritual needs are protected.

0 Israel Torah

Moving to Israel has never been easy — and that’s the point.

Chaim Goldberg in Future of Jewish

Drawing on the Torah portion Matot and historical instances, Chaim Goldberg explores the enduring challenges and motivations behind making aliyah to Israel.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Ethan Hawke Plays a Jewish Broadway Legend in a New Movie

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

The film "Blue Moon," directed by Richard Linklater, explores the poignant story of Jewish lyricist Lorenz 'Larry' Hart, portrayed by Ethan Hawke.

Literature ›

0 Literature Holocaust

In the story of a trip to Auschwitz, family can be a real pain in the tuches

Olivia Haynie in Forward

Yasmina Reza's novel "Serge," newly translated into English, delves into the complexities of family dynamics through the lens of a Holocaust memorial trip.

0 Literature Antisemitism

Daniel Deronda: George Eliot’s Book of Exodus

Eileen Watts in Lehrhaus

Eileen H. Watts explores George Eliot's novel "Daniel Deronda" as a reimagined Book of Exodus, emphasizing the novel's Zionist and philo-Semitic themes.

Communities ›

0 Communities Art

Famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright built only one synagogue. It’s now a growing congregation.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

Frank Lloyd Wright's only synagogue, Beth Sholom in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, designed to evoke Mount Sinai, remains a thriving community despite the broader trend of declining synagogue memberships.

0 Communities Leadership

The crisis we’re ignoring: Who’s caring for the people who hold up the Jewish world?

eJewishPhilanthropy

Barry Finestone, CEO of the Jim Joseph Foundation, highlights a looming crisis within the Jewish community: the burnout facing the essential professionals who maintain Jewish life.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Politics

The Torah tells us how to handle the widespread fraud at the World Zionist Congress

eJewishPhilanthropy

Following allegations of electoral fraud in the recent World Zionist Congress elections, this piece draws on Torah principles to argue for accountability and justice.