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The text reminisces about the author's grandfather, Grandpa Maurice, sharing anecdotes about his colorful life and love for making foul medemes, an Egyptian ...

Dr. Nicholas John from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem delves into his book "The Age of Sharing" on the Tel Aviv Review, sponsored by The Van Leer Jerusal...

New York Times editor Vanessa Friedman criticized Ivanka Trump for cultural appropriation in her choice of clothing during a trip to India. Friedman accused ...

This episode of Unorthodox explores the intersection of feminism and anti-Semitism, featuring feminist author Phyllis Chesler discussing the challenges withi...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss the work of Footsteps, an organization helping formerly-Orthodox Jews transition to secular life, as highlig...

An eruv is a symbolic boundary used by observant Jews to extend the area where carrying objects on the Sabbath is permissible, addressing a need established ...

Ivo van Hove, a celebrated Belgian director, advocates revisiting Ayn Rand's work, particularly "The Fountainhead," as he prepares to introduce his theatrica...

This episode of Unorthodox features Eddy Portnoy discussing his book "Bad Rabbi," which explores the colorful personalities and stories from the Yiddish pres...

A father, originally an immigrant, recounts a narrative involving car damage, online purchase of a car door, and a potentially risky encounter to buy it in a...

A recent Al Jazeera documentary explores the phenomenon of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails smuggling semen to their wives in the Gaza Strip, enabling ...

"The Band's Visit" is a captivating musical that tells the story of a group of Egyptian musicians who mistakenly end up in a small Israeli town. The play foc...

El artículo discute la obra cinematográfica "El Ángel Exterminador" de Luis Buñuel, que se caracteriza por su enfoque surrealista y nihilista. La película mu...

Luis Buñuel's 1962 film "The Exterminating Angel," recently adapted into an opera by composer Thomas Adès, explores a group of aristocratic guests trapped in...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the concept of magic and its influences, featuring Jewish novelist Alice Hoffman discussing her new book and...

In episode 110 of Unorthodox, novelist Alice Hoffman discusses her new book, The Rules of Magic, a prequel to Practical Magic, exploring how her Jewish backg...

Rob Reiner, an esteemed director and actor, reflects on directing the film 'LBJ,' a biography of President Lyndon B. Johnson. Despite initial hesitations due...

In this live episode from JCC Manhattan, host Mark Oppenheimer reunites with writer A.J. Jacobs, who shares his genealogical discoveries and surprise family ...

In episode 109 of "Relatively Speaking," live from JCC Manhattan, writer A.J. Jacobs discusses his latest book on genealogy, sharing stories of discovering f...

Alexander Beider examines the unfounded origin myths surrounding Jewish ancestry, focusing on the Khazarian and Berber conversion theories. While the Khazari...

Rabbinic law's purpose and creativity, distinct from biblical law, are explored through aggadah narratives, like the story of David subduing chaotic waters w...

This episode of Unorthodox features David Litt, a former Obama White House speechwriter, who shares his experiences teaching President Obama Jewish phrases a...

As Camp Newman, a beloved Jewish summer camp in Sonoma County, fell victim to devastating wildfires engulfing Northern California, its community of alumni, c...

In his 1965 report for the Forverts, later included in his book "The Jews of Silence," Elie Wiesel recounts his moving experience of witnessing Simchat Torah...

In "Rolling Up a Different Kind of Strudel," the text discusses the Hungarian cabbage strudel, a traditional recipe popular in Hungary that was adapted by Hu...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Rabbi Shai Held discusses the relevance and challenges of interpreting Leviticus and shares insights from his book The Heart o...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts delve into the themes of atonement and apology for the Yom Kippur season, exploring what makes an apology sincere an...

In episode 106 of the podcast "I'm Sorry," the theme is atonement. Guests include University of Nebraska-Lincoln professor Ari Kohen discussing what makes a ...

In this edition, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss the Israeli Supreme Court rejecting mass exemptions for ultra-Orthodox kids from army ...

Jerry Seinfeld's new Netflix special, "Jerry Before Seinfeld," is a tribute to his comedic origins at The Comic Strip in New York City, where he refined his ...

Jamie Geller shares a recipe for Crunchy Potato Kugel Cups, inspired by a family friend. The dish offers crispy corner pieces for all to enjoy, eliminating a...

Jamie Geller shared a recipe for an Overnight Brisket that allows for a hassle-free cooking experience by slow-cooking the meat overnight. The key to a moist...

This recipe for No Knead Challah by Jamie Geller provides a simple and delicious way to make challah without the need for kneading. The dough is prepared ahe...

Oktoberfest, the iconic German beer festival, has a lesser-known Jewish heritage. Prior to WWII, German Jews were instrumental in building the country's beer...

Society Jane, based in San Francisco, offers a different approach to cannabis consumption for women, focusing on organic and sustainably produced products wi...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into diverse Jewish and broader cultural themes, exploring personal narratives of identity and belonging. Featured discussi...

Paul Auster's novel "4 3 2 1" has been selected as a finalist for the 2017 Man Booker Prize, alongside works by authors such as Mohsin Hamid and Ali Smith, a...

Noah Berlatsky critiques Hollywood's portrayal of Jewish characters, using the example of Stanley Uris from Stephen King's novel "It" and its film adaptation...

Activists recently protested at a Utah flea market against a blanket they believed displayed a swastika, a symbol widely associated with Nazism. However, mar...

In episode 103 of "My Big Fat Jewish Wedding," the podcast explores various aspects of Jewish weddings, featuring author Anita Diamant discussing her guide t...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into everything related to Jewish weddings, featuring insights from author Anita Diamant, filmmaker Roberta Grossman, Rabbi...

Kathy Zuckerman, known as Gidget, worked as an Ambassador of Aloha at a Hawaiian-themed restaurant in Malibu, embodying the beachy, tropical vibe reminiscent...

This article recounts the special connection the author's mother, Pearl, had with her Aunt Eva's cookies, a family recipe passed down through generations. Au...

Linguist Sarah Bunin Benor discusses the linguistic 'tells' of Orthodox Jews in the podcast episode, highlighting how they may code switch based on their aud...

This episode of Unorthodox features a conversation with linguist Sarah Bunin Benor on the unique elements of Orthodox Jewish language and the nuances of ling...

The author, Jenny Singer, urges Jewish parents to protect their families from the potential harm of viewing solar eclipses despite the current popular trend....

The kosher toy industry, exemplified by stores like Wise Buys and Double Play Toys, caters to the Orthodox community seeking toys that reflect their religiou...

This episode of 'Unorthodox' features a variety of discussions, including an exploration of the Modern Orthodox dating scene through the popular web series '...

The Unorthodox podcast's episode 101 features Leah Gottfried, Jessica Schechter, and Danny Hoffman, creators of 'Soon By You,' a popular web series portrayin...

Josh and Benny Safdie, filmmakers hailing from New York, are gaining recognition for their energetic and gritty portrayal of the city, reminiscent of a 1970s...

A video by the Yiddish team, supported by The Max and Anna Levinson Foundation, showcases how to create two beet salads - one sweet and one spicy. Despite th...