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This episode of Unorthodox delves into unique and diverse topics, from the intersection of sports and finance with Matthew Futterman to the pursuit of Latin ...

The Inklings were a group of Christian writers, including J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, who met in the 1930s to 1950s to share writing, criticism, and conve...

The Catskills hold a unique place in Jewish American history, notably known for the Borscht Belt resorts that catered to Jewish guests seeking leisure and en...

Morris Levy, a prominent figure in the music industry in the mid-20th century, was known for his controversial business practices, ties to the Mafia, and leg...

Steven I. Weiss, the director of programming at The Jewish Channel, and his sons were featured on Humans of New York, sharing Weiss's innovative method of te...

In this nostalgic piece, the author reflects on the spiritual nourishment and sense of peace she found during Shabbat services at summer camp in the Poconos ...

"And When I Die, I Won't Stay Dead" is a new documentary that sheds light on the life and work of Bob Kaufman, a Jewish African-American street poet who rema...

"My Father, the Adept" is a reflective account of the author's complex relationship with her father, who was both brilliant and eccentric. He lived an extrao...

This episode of "Unorthodox" features discussions ranging from public pool regulations in Orthodox communities to an unusual sperm donation practice by a Jew...

This special Father's Day episode of Unorthodox explores the complexities and stereotypes surrounding Jewish fatherhood. Through interviews and personal refl...

In episode 44 of Unorthodox, the focus is on Jewish fathers, exploring the complexities and stereotypes surrounding them. The hosts discuss iconic Jewish fat...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts engage with Jeff Aeder, founder of the online Jewish Baseball Museum, to discuss the impact of Jewish figures in bas...

In 2016, the release of "Captain America: Steve Rogers No. 1" by Marvel Comics sparked outrage when it was revealed that Captain America, originally created ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the conversation delves into the '90s nostalgia with topics including the Intifada at UC Irvine, the character Andrea Zuckerma...

This episode of Unorthodox discusses the 1990s' cultural re-emergence, contemporary issues of marijuana legalization, and identity challenges for modern Jews...

This episode of Unorthodox, recorded live at the American Hebrew Academy in Greensboro, NC, features former North Carolina State Senator Marshall Rauch discu...

"Indecent" is a play by Paula Vogel and Rebecca Taichman that revisits the scandalous history of Sholem Asch's 1907 play "God of Vengeance". The production m...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into an eclectic mix of topics, including the cultural allure of Manischewitz wine, the appointment of a Jewish actor as Ha...

Religions scholar Shai Ferraro from Tel Aviv University discusses the rise of pagan rituals in modern Israel and their juxtaposition with Judaism’s historica...

Rob Reiner's film "Being Charlie" explores the personal and turbulent journey of dealing with a child's drug addiction. Inspired by his son Nick's own battle...

Dr. Rachel Werczberger, an anthropologist and religious scholar, discusses the emergence of new forms of spirituality in Israeli society in light of traditio...

This episode of Unorthodox features a discussion on the depiction of Birthright in the TV show Broad City and a conversation with literary agent Betsy Lerner...

This episode of Unorthodox features comedian David Tuchman, host of the OMGWTFBIBLE podcast where he jokes while guests read from his Bible translation, reve...

In this episode of "Unorthodox," the hosts engage with comedian David Tuchman, who shares how his comedic endeavors led him back to engaging with Jewish text...

In the final episode of Broad City's third season, titled "Jews on a Plane," Abbi and Ilana embark on a trip to Israel exploring their Jewish heritage. Throu...

The author reflects on their childhood experiences of Passover cleaning in a hoarding household, where the holiday offered a welcome break from domestic chao...

In episode 37 of Start-Up Nation, the Unorthodox podcast travels to Palo Alto, California, for a live taping at the Oshman Family JCC. Jewish guest Eddan Kat...

This episode of Unorthodox features a live taping in Palo Alto, California, where the hosts engage with Eddan Katz, a cyber-crime lawyer and founder of a hac...

The author discusses the challenges facing Jewish education and the need to make it relevant and engaging, particularly for non-Orthodox Jews. Despite the be...

This episode of Unorthodox explores diverse cultural intersections, featuring discussions with writer Jillian Keenan on Shakespeare and kink, and Jeff Yang o...

The StreetWise Hebrew podcast episode titled "Hebrew Is To Die For" explores how Hebrew expressions using words related to death are used to convey strong em...

Actress Drew Barrymore's marriage to art dealer Will Kopelman, with whom she shares two young daughters, has sadly come to an end after three years. Barrymor...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss a variety of topics ranging from the introduction of a Jewish tartan for Scottish Jews to sports journalist ...

In a recent episode of Broad City, Ilana is surprised to learn about the WNBA from NBA All-Star Blake Griffin, who praises the league and its players. The ep...

An exploration of New York's Yiddish theater from its beginnings on the Bowery to its cultural infiltration into Broadway, as highlighted in an exhibit curat...

This episode of Unorthodox features Israeli actress Gal Gadot and Ladino singer-songwriter Sarah Aroeste, exploring the significance of preserving Ladino cul...

In this episode of Wonder Women, Israeli actress Gal Gadot showcases her Wonder Woman-like qualities off-screen. Ladino singer-songwriter Sarah Aroeste discu...

In an episode of "Broad City," the characters visit Philadelphia where Abbis Jewish identity is highlighted through various references including a Holocaust ...

The author reminisces about dressing up as Queen Esther on Purim as a child, finding comfort and a sense of hiding in the costume. The white lace gown made b...

This article discusses the rediscovery of a Yiddish interview with Golda Meir, conducted by journalist Shlomo Ben-Israel in 1971. The interview covers variou...

Paul Reubens makes a notable comeback as Pee-Wee Herman in the Netflix production "Pee-Wee's Big Holiday," co-produced with Judd Apatow. After nearly three d...

This episode of Unorthodox explores themes of modern Jewish identity through discussions of antisemitism at a basketball game, an Israeli kibbutz as a settin...

Dr. Sharman Kadish, a historian specializing in British Jewry, discusses with host Gilad Halpern the demographic and cultural development of the Jewish commu...

As a self-proclaimed comic book rabbi, Simcha Weinstein delves into the ongoing debate about who would win in a battle between Batman and Superman, highlight...

There is a growing call for increased diversity in comic book adaptations, exemplified by debates over the casting of characters like Iron Fist and Aquaman. ...

In Genius Bar Episode 32 of Unorthodox, the discussion touches on Israeli settlers and Palestinians collaborating in cannabis cultivation. Author Eric Weiner...

In this episode of Unorthodox, hosts Mark Oppenheimer, Leah Leibovitz, and Stephanie Butnik delve into diverse topics ranging from Israeli and Palestinian co...

"Broad City" focuses on the intertwining lives of Abbi and Ilana as they navigate through a series of misadventures in New York City. The latest episode feat...

This episode of Unorthodox dives into discussions about the Oscars, featuring jokes from host Chris Rock and a notable Hebrew shout-out, while also reflectin...

The text explores the writer's experience and reflections on watching the TV show Broad City, focusing on its humor, eccentric characters like Ilana, and the...