JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Monday, February 23, 2026

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jewish Democrats alarmed about whether their party will remain welcoming

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Debate over Israel is causing significant tension within the Democratic Party, with many Jewish Democrats expressing alarm at what they perceive as a growing acceptance of extremist views on Israel.

0 Politics Israel

Israel is the only country willing to defeat Hamas.

Mitch Schneider in Future of Jewish

The article by Mitch Schneider argues that Israel stands alone in its resolve to effectively confront and defeat Hamas, as international efforts and initiatives, such as the recently formed International Stabilization Force, are either insufficient or misdirected.

0 Politics Jewish Law

You could be imprisoned for praying at the Western Wall — and Bibi isn’t stopping it

Dan Perry in Forward

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent maneuver to delay a vote on legislation that would criminalize egalitarian prayer at the Western Wall sheds light on his administration's alignment with ultra-Orthodox interests over Jewish pluralism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Tucker Carlson interview with Mike Huckabee sparks antisemitism clash and diplomatic backlash

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Tucker Carlson's interview with U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has ignited a major controversy, involving antisemitic conspiracy theories and diplomatic tensions with Arab and Muslim countries.

0 Politics Israel

The Eagle Has Landed

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin critiques the developments in Gaza following the reopening of the Rafah crossing and the involvement of various international players, including Qatar and the U.S.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

Hail to the Chifa

Lee Smith in Tablet

Exploring the origins and cultural impact of Chino-Latino cuisine in New York City, this article delves into the fusion food movement's earliest days.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Politics

At Berlin screening, former Israeli hostages see film about their captivity rewritten after redemption

Toby Axelrod in Forward

In a poignant screening at Berlin's Babylon theater, former Israeli hostages David, Eitan, and Ariel Cunio watched the revised ending of Tom Shoval's documentary, "Letter to David," which now incorporates their release from Hamas captivity after 738 days.

0 Television/Film History

He may have been the world’s most famous mime, but in this play, he won't shut up

PJ Grisar in Forward

"Marcel on the Train" is a new play that delves into the pre-fame life of famed mime Marcel Marceau, focusing on his courageous efforts during World War II to ferry Jewish children across the Alps to safety.

Art ›

0 Art History

Bill Aron’s Lens on 50 Years of Jewish Life

Rahel Musleah in Hadassah

Over five decades, street photographer Bill Aron has documented diverse aspects of Jewish life globally, capturing moments ranging from joyous celebrations to intimate portrayals of Holocaust survivors.

Sports ›

0 Sports Culture

Jewish hockey star Jack Hughes’ overtime goal propels US to historic gold medal in Olympic hockey

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

Jack Hughes, the Jewish hockey star for the New Jersey Devils, clinched a historic gold medal for the U.S. men's hockey team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.

Culture ›

0 Culture Literature

What the 18Forty Team is Reading This Adar

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty

The 18Forty team shares their diverse reading selections for the month of Adar, aligning with the themes of Purim such as faith, courage, and hiddenness.

0 Culture Communities

Ethiopian-American Jews lament loss of Harlem restaurant hub

Simone Saidmehr in Forward

Tsion Cafe, a beloved cultural landmark among Ethiopian-American Jews in Harlem, has closed its dining room due to antisemitic threats.

0 Culture Politics

I asked my Jewish readers if they’re Zionists. Here’s what they told me.

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

In an exploration of American Jews' perspectives on Zionism, journalist Andrew Silow-Carroll gathered diverse opinions from readers of the JTA's Ideas newsletter, uncovering the complexities and varied understandings of Zionism among older American Jews.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Communities

Pro-Palestinian vandalism of London bakery with Jewish roots sparks outcry

Grace Gilson in Forward

The recent vandalism of Gails Bakery in London highlights an alarming trend where pro-Palestinian protests target Jewish businesses based on perceived links to Israel.

Science ›

0 Science History

Jews and Autoimmune Disease: Ancestry Solves the Mystery

Jewdicious

Jewish populations, particularly those of Ashkenazi descent, experience higher rates of autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's, lupus, and Crohn's, largely due to genetic factors tied to historical population isolation.

Communities ›

0 Communities Culture

Easy Judaism is empty Judaism.

Mijal Bitton in Future of Jewish

Mijal Bitton argues that Jewish life should not be built merely on convenience or low-stakes involvement but rather through structures that foster genuine commitment and responsibility.