JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Monday, January 19, 2026

Politics ›

0 Politics History

Soviet propaganda still dominates the West.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman explores the continued influence of Soviet propaganda in shaping Western perceptions of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Israel

Why is AIPAC targeting Trump’s ICE funding?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is facing criticism for airing an attack ad against former Democratic Rep. Tom Malinowski, who is running for a House seat in a New Jersey primary.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Non-Mehadrin Food and the Yated

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

In a thought-provoking critique, Natan Slifkin challenges the charedi demand for uncompromising religious accommodations, such as mehadrin food, within the Israeli army and prisons.

0 Politics Education

We need to teach Jewish power, not just Jewish pride.

Adam Hummel in Future of Jewish

Adam Hummel argues that Diaspora Jews need to reclaim the active role they historically played in Zionism, which has evolved from an ideal born out of Jewish powerlessness to a framework of political empowerment and responsibility.

History ›

0 History Communities

The Jewish women who kept Confederate graves from disappearing

Austin Albanese in Forward

The article delves into the historical efforts of Jewish women in Richmond, Virginia, who in 1866 established the Hebrew Ladies Memorial Association to care for the graves of Jewish Confederate soldiers.

Communities ›

0 Communities Antisemitism

‘We are not made of wood and paper’: Jackson synagogue marks first Shabbat after arson

Grace Gilson in JTA

After an arson attack targeted Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, the Jewish community gathered for a resilient Shabbat service at Northminster Baptist Church, reaffirming their strength and unity.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Television/Film

How the Israeli police’s first trans volunteer fought bigotry on the force

Olivia Haynie in Forward

"The First Lady" documentary provides an intimate portrayal of Efrat Tilma, the first trans volunteer with Israel's police department.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics History

Southern Discomfort: Confronting America’s Racist History

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines

Gary Rosenblatt discusses the enduring impact of America's racist history and its inconsistent acknowledgment as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.