JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Education ›

0 Education Culture

Jewish Education Should Have ‘Shoulds’

Sapir

Jewish education in North America is evolving through both traditional and innovative approaches.

0 Education History

The American Yeshiva World: A Reading Guide

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty

Rivka Bennun Kay presents "The American Yeshiva World: A Reading Guide," a curated list of book recommendations exploring the history, culture, and philosophies of the yeshiva world in America.

0 Education Politics

Jewish educators must go beyond slogans and statements — even when it comes to war with Iran

David Bryfman in JTA

David Bryfman emphasizes the critical role of Jewish educators in facilitating meaningful discussions about the moral, legal, and ethical implications of preemptive military strikes, like those by Israel against Iran.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s Unfinished Business in Lebanon

Eyal Zisser in Tablet

Recent developments have seen Israel renewing its military operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, an Iranian proxy deemed a persistent threat.

0 Politics Israel

The Global Left's War on Israel and the United States

Vanessa Berg in Future of Jewish

Vanessa Berg critiques the global Left for its purported ideological bias against Israel and the United States, arguing it overlooks the threats posed by authoritarian regimes, particularly Iran.

0 Politics Israel

Supreme Court ruling clears Goldman–Lander showdown for NYC congressional seat

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling has set the stage for a significant Democratic primary battle in New York's 10th Congressional District between two prominent Jewish politicians, Rep. Dan Goldman and former City Comptroller Brad Lander.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Marco Rubio invoked a medieval antisemitic trope in justifying war with Iran

Joel Swanson in Forward

Drawing attention to Secretary of State Marco Rubio's justification for the U.S. entering the war with Iran, the narrative positions Israel as the instigator of American military action, echoing a medieval antisemitic trope of Jews manipulating national affairs.

0 Politics Israel

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Exploring the aftermath of a hypothetical U.S.-Israeli military operation that successfully disrupts Iran's current leadership and nuclear capabilities, the article delves into the potential for regime change in Iran.

0 Politics History

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article explores the Purim War of 2026, a pivotal conflict involving Israel and the United States against Iran, marking what could be the end of 47 years of Khomeinist rule.

0 Politics Communities

It's Purim in Tel Aviv — but in the shelter there are few costumes in sight

Joan Leegant in Forward

As Purim begins in Tel Aviv amid the start of a new war with Iran, residents find themselves taking shelter in underground facilities, experiencing the dichotomy between the festive holiday and the reality of frequent missile threats.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Berlin groups received $3M to fight antisemitism. What happened to that money?

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

In Berlin, controversy has erupted over the disbursement of funds intended to combat antisemitism by the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), Germany's leading political party.

0 Politics Israel

Did Israel force Trump into war with Iran? After Marco Rubio suggests so, Israel’s critics erupt.

Philissa Cramer in JTA

The debate intensifies regarding whether Israel influenced the U.S.'s decision to engage in military action against Iran, following comments from Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

0 Politics Israel

Inside Israel's Unprecedented Assassination of the Ayatollah

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article recounts the meticulous intelligence operation by Israel and the U.S. that led to the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.

0 Politics Israel

Iran, Israel and Hitler’s gun are all on the ballot in key primaries in Texas and NC on Tuesday

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The primary elections in North Carolina and Texas are spotlighting tensions around Israel and Middle East policies.

0 Politics Israel

In three days, Israel and the US reshaped the Middle East

Dan Perry in Forward

In a detailed analysis, Dan Perry describes the unprecedented military maneuvers by Israel and the United States that have significantly weakened Iran's leadership and military capabilities in just three days of conflict.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Communities

Toronto synagogue hit by gunfire hours after Purim event

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Temple Emanu-El, a Reform synagogue in Toronto, was targeted by gunfire shortly after hosting a Purim event, with no injuries reported despite 20 shots fired.

Music ›

0 Music Holidays

Help Us Choose Kveller’s 4th Annual Passover Parody Contest Winner!

Kveller Staff in Kveller

Kveller is inviting readers to participate in their 4th annual Passover parody contest by voting for their favorite entry among five creative finalists.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Culture

Her Name is Vashti

Guest Contributor in Lilith

The piece re-examines the Purim story through the lens of Vashti's refusal rather than Esther's bravery, drawing parallels between the ancient tale and modern awareness of patriarchal oppression highlighted by the Epstein files' release.

0 Gender/Identity History

In Every Generation, Defiant Women Rise to Redeem the Jews

Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll in Hadassah

In this piece, Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll explores the enduring legacy and contemporary roles of Jewish women as heroines and redeemers.

Communities ›

0 Communities Culture

Inbox: Issue 1102

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The collection of reader feedback in Mishpacha Magazine's Inbox: Issue 1102, showcases diverse perspectives from the Jewish community.

0 Communities Holidays

Sites of Impact

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Amidst the trauma of ongoing conflict escalated by recent Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets, the article reflects on how Purim is being observed in Israel under such harsh conditions.

0 Communities Politics

For Iranian Jews in the US, war brings jubilation, unease and dreams of a future visit

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Iranian Jews in the U.S., particularly in Los Angeles, experience a complex mix of emotions amid the Middle East conflict, balancing pride and anxiety.

0 Communities History

For Iranian American Jews, Trump’s talk of regime change stirs hopes of return

Simone Saidmehr in Forward

The recent demise of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a result of a U.S.-Israel operation, has sparked hope among Iranian American Jews who fled the regime post-1979 Islamic Revolution.

Sports ›

0 Sports Culture

Fitness IQ: Running Cold

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Rivky Horowitz, an experienced marathon runner, shares her insights for running outdoors during cold weather, emphasizing the importance of proper attire and preparation.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Holidays

Yom Tov Joy at Wartime

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr explores the paradox of experiencing joy during Yom Tov amid the turmoil of wartime in Israel.

0 Philosophy Politics

Projecting the Purim story onto this war is appealing. It’s also a dangerous mistake.

Claire E. Sufrin in JTA

Using the Purim story to interpret the current U.S.-Israel war against Iran as a biblical narrative is both appealing and problematic.

Culture ›

0 Culture Politics

As the Sirens Wail

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In "As the Sirens Wail," various writers from Family First share their personal reflections and anxieties about the ongoing tension and potential conflict with Iran.

0 Culture Israel

All You Can Ask

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In a heartfelt reflection, Cindy Scarr explores the unpredictability of life in Israel amidst ongoing conflicts and the yearning for a semblance of normalcy.

0 Culture Torah

New Haggadot Celebrate the Contributions of Jewish Women

Leah F. Finkelshteyn in Hadassah

Two newly published haggadot are celebrating the contributions of Jewish women and the inspiration of biblical figures like Miriam through art and scholarship.

0 Culture Television/Film

What the late Catherine O’Hara taught me about Purim and laughter

Tori Greene in JTA

Reflecting on the comedic work of the late Catherine O'Hara, Tori Greene examines how her performances underscore the importance of maintaining cultural and religious identity amidst societal pressures.

0 Culture History

A bris between missile alerts was the ultimate show of Jewish defiance against a tyrannical enemy

Rabbi Hayim Leiter in JTA

In a poignant display of resilience during a period of conflict, Rabbi Hayim Leiter recounts performing a brit milah amid missile alerts south of Jerusalem.

0 Culture History

My Jewish grandfather was known as the Nightingale of Iran. Could the country he knew be within reach?

Galeet Dardashti in JTA

Galeet Dardashti reflects on her grandfather, Younes Dardashti, known as the "Nightingale of Iran," who rose to fame as a Jewish singer in Iran during a time of secularism and modernization.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

In the face of conflict over assimilation, appropriation, colonialism and hegemony, a plea for human dignity through dance

Sheerly Avni in Forward

Tatyana Tenenbaum's debut documentary, "Everything You Have Is Yours," follows dancer Hadar Ahuvia as she navigates personal and cultural conflicts through the medium of dance.

0 Television/Film Culture

All the Jewish TV Coming March in 2026

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

March 2026 unveils a captivating lineup of Jewish-themed TV content, aligning perfectly with Purim and Passover preparations.

History ›

0 History Politics

The timing of Israel's attack on Iran was not a coincidence.

Bob Goldberg in Future of Jewish

Bob Goldberg explores the symbolic timing of Israel's military action against Iran just before the Jewish holiday of Purim, aligning it with the themes of Shabbat Zachor and the remembrance of Amalek, the Biblical archetype of Jewish enemies.

Holidays ›

0 Holidays Politics

Purim gets creative in Israel, with festivities driven underground

Rachel Fink in Forward

With tensions high due to military action between Israel, the United States, and Iran, this year's Purim celebrations in Israel were markedly subdued.

Literature ›

0 Literature Culture

‘Di Grasso,’ a Short Story by Isaac Babel

Maxim D. Shrayer in Tablet

Isaac Babel's short story, "Di Grasso," captures the evocative atmosphere of early 20th-century Odessa through the eyes of a young theater ticket scalper.