JTA
Backing fellow Jewish entertainer Hannah Einbinder, Ben Platt says his Jewish identity is ‘not defined’ by Israel
16 Apr
Ben Platt, renowned Jewish actor, has recently expressed that his Jewish identity is defined more by cultural and interpersonal connections than by the state...
16 Apr
For Heaven's Sake
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Announcement – Passover Break
16 Apr
The podcast is temporarily paused during Chol HaMoed of Passover, with plans to return the following week. Listeners are wished a happy holiday in the meantime.
16 Apr
The Free Press
Welcome to This Week in Canada, from The Free Press
16 Apr
Rupa Subramanya, an Indian-born Canadian journalist, reflects on her experiences in Canada, highlighting her transition from India to Canada as a journey tow...
16 Apr
JTA
What I learned about American Jews while collecting Judaica for LA fire victims
15 Apr
Rachel Steinhardt shares her experience organizing a Judaica collection drive for Jewish families affected by the L.A. wildfires. Through a grassroots initia...
15 Apr
Kveller
This ‘Wrecking Ball’ Passover Parody Is a Banger
15 Apr
Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen of Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles delivers a standout Passover parody with "Matzah Balls," a playful take on Miley Cyrus's "Wrecking Ball." ...
15 Apr
Kveller
Why Jews Added a Lemon to Their Seder Plates This Year
15 Apr
In a heartfelt addition to the traditional Passover seder, many Jews included a lemon on their plates this year, following the poignant call from Rachel Gold...
15 Apr
Forward
In 'The Rehearsal' season 2, is Nathan Fielder serious?
15 Apr
Season 2 of Nathan Fielder's 'The Rehearsal' delves deeper into his signature blend of reality TV and personal exploration, this time taking on the aviation ...
15 Apr
The Free Press
A Young Socialist Wants to Run NYC. Could He Win?
14 Apr
Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a 33-year-old socialist, is making headlines as one of the youngest candidates for New York City's mayorship. His ambitious platform in...
14 Apr
JTA
Language apps are putting Hebrew school in teens’ back pockets. But do they work?
14 Apr
Many teens are turning to language learning apps like Duolingo to supplement Hebrew education received at schools or synagogues. While providing a gamified l...
14 Apr
Future of Jewish
The Passover story isn't true. It's something better.
12 Apr
Binyamin Zev Wolf explores the enduring power and significance of the Passover story, regardless of its questioned historical accuracy. He acknowledges that ...
12 Apr
Future of Jewish
The Most Underrated Jewish and Israeli Sayings
11 Apr
Joshua Hoffman explores seven underrated Jewish and Israeli sayings that capture the essence of Jewish resilience, humor, and grit. These sayings, ranging fr...
11 Apr
Kveller
Israeli Singer Ofra Haza Is the True Star of ‘Prince of Egypt’
11 Apr
Ofra Haza, the iconic Israeli singer, played a significant role in "The Prince of Egypt," providing the authentic and emotive voice of Yocheved in the film's...
11 Apr
JTA
David Sassoon, the Jewish royal designer who dressed Princess Diana, dies at 92
11 Apr
David Sassoon, the esteemed fashion designer co-directing the couture house Belville Sassoon, passed away at the age of 92. Born in London to Iraqi Sephardi ...
11 Apr
Chabad.org
Everything Jewish you need to know for the week of Passover
11 Apr
As Passover approaches, this episode of "Your Jewish Week" offers a brief but insightful overview of significant events and cultural highlights centered arou...
11 Apr
Forward
How Anne Frank inspired a musical about Mexican-American immigrants
11 Apr
Josefina López's play "Real Women Have Curves," now a Broadway musical, draws inspiration from Anne Frank's diary, capturing the struggles and dreams of a yo...
11 Apr
Forward
Nazis are praising Hitler's art prowess. But was he really any good?
11 Apr
With the rise of unregulated speech on social media, Adolf Hitler's art is being reassessed by neo-Nazis, who argue it surpasses modernist Jewish artists lik...
11 Apr
Kveller
The Biggest Passover Merch Fails of the Season
11 Apr
Rabbi Yael Buechler humorously critiques the various non-food Passover merchandise available this season, emphasizing their mismatched depictions and amusing...
11 Apr
JTA
From 5 a.m. tipoffs to bar mitzvah trips, Israelis are reveling in Deni Avdija’s breakout season
11 Apr
Deni Avdija, the only Israeli in the NBA, is experiencing a standout season with the Portland Trail Blazers, much to the delight of Israeli fans. His impress...
11 Apr
Bonjour Chai
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The Fourth Annual Great Canadian Seder
11 Apr
Bonjour Chai's fourth Great Canadian Seder features a diverse group of notable Canadian Jews sharing unique insights and stories about Passover traditions, n...
11 Apr
Forward
Is it OK to ask your Seder host if you can bring a guest?
11 Apr
Navigating the social etiquette of a Passover Seder can be tricky, especially when considering bringing an unexpected guest. The Bintel Brief advice column s...
11 Apr
Jewish Insider
Passover at the Obama White House becomes a children’s tale
11 Apr
A new children's book, "Next Year in the White House," authored by Richard Michelson and illustrated by E.B. Lewis, depicts the first Passover Seder held at ...
11 Apr
The Free Press
America and the Exodus
10 Apr
Rabbi Meir Soloveichik reflects on the Exodus story's profound impact across generations and cultures, particularly in America. He explores how figures like ...
10 Apr
Forward
‘Next year in Gracie Mansion’: Where Jewish NYC mayoral candidates will do Seder
10 Apr
As the New York City mayoral race intensifies, Jewish candidates Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, and Whitney Tilson are vying for a potential future Passover Se...
10 Apr
Forward
How Coke’s Passover recipe sparked an antisemitic conspiracy theory
10 Apr
During Passover, Coca-Cola produces a version of their soda sweetened with cane sugar instead of high fructose corn syrup to comply with Jewish dietary laws....
10 Apr
Kveller
This Broadway Passover Parody from a Jewish 5th Grader Is Just So Good
10 Apr
A talented 5th grader from Maryland, Naomi Lanman, has caught the attention of the Jewish media with her impressive Passover song parody. Her creative twist ...
10 Apr
Chabad.org
How to Prepare the Seder Plate for Passover
10 Apr
The video provides a detailed guide on arranging the traditional elements of a Seder plate in preparation for Passover. Each item on the plate carries signif...
10 Apr
JTA
Scholars have told important Jewish stories with the NEH’s support. What happens to them now?
10 Apr
The article argues against the defunding of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) by the U.S. administration, which has paradoxically positioned it...
10 Apr
18forty
How a Japanese Novelist Guided Me to My Soul’s Depths in Wartime
10 Apr
Sruli Fruchter reflects on how Haruki Murakami's literature provided solace during his five months of Israeli army reserve duty amidst the Israel-Hamas War. ...
10 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy
Passover: The holiday of public relations
10 Apr
Passover is reimagined as not just a holiday of Jewish memory but also a strategic communications opportunity in Warren Cohen's narrative on Jewish storytell...
10 Apr
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Let my elephants go: a new Canadian documentary spotlights animal welfare in zoos
10 Apr
Fern Levitt's new documentary, "Lucy: The Stolen Lives of Elephants," investigates the ethical concerns surrounding elephant captivity in Canadian zoos, draw...
10 Apr
Tikvah
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Dara Horn on Her New Graphic Novel
10 Apr
Dara Horn discusses her new graphic novel for middle-grade readers, "One Little Goat," which explores themes of memory and Jewish tradition through a surreal...
10 Apr
Kveller
This New Sitcom from the Makers of ‘Will & Grace’ Is Super Jewish and Utterly Delightful
9 Apr
"Mid-Century Modern," a new sitcom by Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, the Jewish creators behind "Will & Grace," brings a warmly Jewish and queer perspective ...
9 Apr
Forward
Why Nick Jonas should not sing ‘Shiksa Goddess,’ the outdated song from ‘The Last Five Years’
9 Apr
In the Broadway production of Jason Robert Brown's musical "The Last Five Years," Nick Jonas's performance of the song "Shiksa Goddess" has sparked controver...
9 Apr
Kveller
This Butterfly Species Is Now Named After Ariel Bibas
9 Apr
In a touching tribute to Ariel Bibas, a young boy remembered for his love of butterflies and Batman, a species of orange butterfly commonly seen in Jerusalem...
9 Apr
Forward
The Forverts is going on vacation. Here’s how to access our content while we’re away.
9 Apr
The Forverts, a prominent Jewish publication, is taking a brief hiatus and provides instructions for republishing their content during this period. Readers a...
9 Apr
JTA
Harlem-based Ethiopian-Israeli chef Beejhy Barhany dishes on her new cookbook
9 Apr
Beejhy Barhany, an Ethiopian-Israeli chef and owner of Tsion Cafe in Harlem, has released her first cookbook, "Gursha: Timeless Recipes for Modern Kitchens, ...
9 Apr
JTA
I operate a small Judaica business. Trump’s tariffs are going to squelch Jewish innovation.
9 Apr
David Zvi Kalman discusses the impact of tariffs implemented by the Trump administration on his Judaica business, which relies heavily on Chinese and Israeli...
9 Apr
For Heaven's Sake
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Announcement: Thursday Release
9 Apr
The episode serves as a brief announcement about a schedule change for the podcast's release. It informs listeners that the episode will be available on Thur...
9 Apr
Jewish Table
Behind the Scenes
9 Apr
Leah Koenig offers a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the creation of her upcoming cookbook, "The Dessert Table: 100 Joyful Jewish Sweets." The article ...
9 Apr
Unorthodox
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How to Be a Jew … on Passover
9 Apr
Courtney Hazlett and Rabbi Diana Fersko explore crucial and sometimes quirky aspects of Passover, such as the cultural variations in Seder practices and the ...
9 Apr
Forward
Jewish cultural institutions reeling as Trump defunds arts and humanities
9 Apr
Jewish cultural institutions face a daunting challenge as President Trump's administration dismantles key federal arts funding bodies, significantly impactin...
9 Apr
Forward
A publisher is reissuing a 1931 novel to bolster Jewish representation in Hollywood
9 Apr
Sam Wasson, a noted Jewish film historian, is reissuing the 1931 satire 'Rabbi Burns' to address and counter criticisms of antisemitism related to the Academ...
9 Apr
Forward
It’s official: Southeast Florida’s Jewish population is growing — and getting younger
9 Apr
A recent study by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation reveals significant demographic shifts within Miami-Dade County's Jewish community, marking a 7% growth...
9 Apr
Future of Jewish
My First Bomb Shelter Experience in Israel
8 Apr
During a Shabbat celebration in Jerusalem, Ted Goldstein experienced an interruption of peace as sirens warned of an incoming missile threat. Despite the phy...
8 Apr
Kveller
This Hebrew Prayer in Max’s ‘The Pitt’ Was One of the Most Moving Jewish TV Moments I’ve Ever Seen
8 Apr
In a poignant scene from Max's medical drama "The Pitt," Jewish ER doctor Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, played by Noah Wyle, recites the Shema prayer amid cha...
8 Apr
JTA
Iconic UWS Jewish grocery Zabar’s collaborates with Nordstrom
8 Apr
Zabar's, the legendary Jewish grocery store on the Upper West Side known for its smoked fish and coffees, is part of Nordstrom's For Everything New York camp...
8 Apr
Forward
William Finn, Tony-winning writer of queer, Jewish musicals dies at 73
8 Apr
William Finn, a Tony-winning composer and lyricist celebrated for his queer and Jewish-themed musicals, passed away at 73 after a long illness. Finn's notabl...
8 Apr
Mishpacha
Manischewitz Man
8 Apr
As Pesach approaches, Jews worldwide engage in a flurry of shopping activities, leading even those who may not regularly display visible Jewish identity to f...
8 Apr
Mishpacha
The Prize
8 Apr
In this personal reflection, author Cindy Scarr recounts the cherished tradition of finding the afikomen during Passover Seders from her own childhood. She d...
8 Apr
Mishpacha
Inbox: Issue 1057
8 Apr
Readers of Mishpacha magazine provide various perspectives on contemporary Jewish life, revealing tensions between tradition and modernity. One letter critic...
8 Apr