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Bonnie Stern, a celebrated cookbook author, collaborates with her daughter Anna Rupert to release "Don't Worry, Just Cook," marking her first cookbook in ove...

This episode of Unorthodox explores the theme of repentance and atonement through various lenses, including the thoughtful act of apology and intriguing refe...

The use of the shofar by right-wing Christian politicians, particularly in the United States, is raising controversy among Jewish communities. Increasingly, ...

This episode of Unorthodox features kosher chef Kim Kushner discussing her Moroccan-influenced kosher cuisine and cookbook, while filmmakers Ken Burns and Sa...

Bruce Springsteen's music, career, and personal associations have long intrigued Jewish fans who detect a strong connection to Jewish culture and themes. Tho...

The episode explores a dramatic incident where Canadian border officials blocked a shipment of lulavs due to concerns about violating agricultural laws, caus...

The U.S. Space Force, established in 2019 by Donald Trump, recently debuted its official song, "Semper Supra." This military branch, while initially drawing ...

Drawing from the film adaptation of Joyce Carol Oates's novel "Blonde," the article explores Arthur Miller's portrayal as a "Jewish husband" to Marilyn Monro...

Beatrice Weber, a former Hasidic wife and mother of ten, responds to the New York Times report on the deficiencies within Hasidic yeshiva education. While ma...

This episode of Unorthodox features discussions on the controversy surrounding lox consumption at a Manhattan synagogue and significant interviews with Micha...

The podcast discusses Joe Biden's choice to promote the "Inflation Reduction Act" on the same day as a concerning inflation report, featuring James Taylor si...

Rep. Lauren Boebert, at a conservative Christian conference in Colorado, urged Christians to rise and influence the nation, framing current times as the "las...

Caissie Levy, a Jewish actress, stars in Tom Stoppard's new Broadway production of "Leopoldstadt," which explores complex themes of Jewish identity and assim...

The wedding of UAE Chief Rabbi Levi Duchman and Lea Hadad in Abu Dhabi marks a significant milestone for Jewish visibility in the Arabian Gulf, coinciding wi...

Adam Duritz, lead singer of Counting Crows, discusses his longstanding connection with Israel, where he visited during his youth, and his excitement about fi...

This episode reflects on Queen Elizabeth II's notable relationship with Jewish communities, acknowledging her support for Holocaust memorial initiatives and ...

This episode explores the intricate socio-political landscape of Israel's ultra-Orthodox community and their significant influence on Israeli politics, parti...

This episode from Limmud Oz in Melbourne features Noah reflecting on his decision with his wife Susan to move their family from the U.S. to Israel, exploring...

Nicola Mendelsohn, Meta's vice president of global sales, is a prominent figure in the British Jewish community known for her innovative vision of the metave...

The centenary of Sid Caesar's birth presents an opportunity to reflect on how his Jewish heritage influenced his comedic style, despite the apparent lack of ...

The CJN Daily explores the immense $450 million Jewish community center project, JWest, in Vancouver, which promises to greatly expand community resources ov...

Elyssa Friedland discusses her latest novel, "The Most Likely Club," which features a Jewish flavor in its characters and explores themes of friendship and m...

Warren Zevon, the acclaimed rock musician with Russian-Jewish roots, struggled with alcohol addiction throughout his career, yet managed to channel his exper...

In this episode, Nicholas Eberstadt discusses the hidden labor crisis in the United States, where a significant number of prime-age men have withdrawn from t...

Amidst growing awareness of cultural and societal divides, an increasing number of Jewish Israelis are seeking to learn Arabic as adults, recognizing the lan...

Beth Israel Congregation, Jackson, Mississippi's sole synagogue, is adapting to ongoing water crises and extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change...

Israeli teachers Tova Dagan and Yoni Nuriel share insights into their experiences and expectations for the upcoming school year amid the potential for strike...

This episode features Alexandre Matte, a professional storyteller rooted in both Jewish and Francophone traditions, who recently placed second in the Toastma...

"The Patient," a psychological thriller featuring Steve Carell as the Jewish therapist Dr. Alan Strauss, is highlighted as one of the most authentically Jewi...

In a podcast episode featuring Mayim Bialik, the conversation touches on her experiences as a Zionist in Hollywood, her transition from sitcom star to film d...

The latest episode of Unorthodox, entitled 'Mystery Box 5782,' explores the diverse Jewish identities and the notion of community through shared experiences ...

Jared Kushner's memoir, "Breaking History: A White House Memoir," offers insights into his experiences behind-the-scenes as a senior adviser in the Trump adm...

CNN anchor Dana Bash explores the rising tide of antisemitism in the United States through a new documentary, "Rising Hate: Antisemitism in America." The fil...

In this episode, Matti Friedman discusses the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, challenges in contemporary journalism, and Leonard Cohen's unex...

This episode highlights the evolution of the bat mitzvah ceremony in Canada through the stories of Miriam Lieff, who held Canada's first bat mitzvah in 1949,...

In this episode, author Ilana Horwitz discusses her new book on how religious upbringing, particularly in Jewish households, can impact academic success. Aus...

Israeli camp counselors Halleli Busheri and Tair Offir discuss their experiences working at Camp Ramah in the Poconos, highlighting the cultural exchange and...

Magicians Ben Train and Jonah Babins, co-founders of the Toronto Magic Company, discuss their journey from pandemic-related setbacks to achieving financial s...

This episode explores how Canadian Jewish folk music festivals like KlezKanada and the Ashkenaz Festival have navigated the COVID-19 pandemic by pivoting to ...

The episode features Gary Averbach, a 79-year-old real estate mogul and philanthropist from Vancouver, as he completes a 1,000km trek from Calgary to Vancouv...

Frank Oz, famously known for his work with the Muppets, discovered an unexpected legacy of resistance and creativity in his family attic – a set of marionett...

In a recent podcast titled "What Are You, Crazy?" the discussion revolves around whether the crucial swing voters in elections critically assess the viewpoin...

In this episode, Canadian journalist Mark Schatzker discusses his book "The End of Craving" which explores how modern diets and food additives disrupt our br...

This episode of Unorthodox features Abby Pogrebin discussing her roundtable series "The Minyan," focusing on the diverse identities and experiences of Orthod...

This episode highlights Canada's ambassador to the UAE, Marcy Grossman, who has significantly influenced Jewish life in the UAE, particularly following the A...

Jeff Abella of Moka Origins shares how his company blends artisanal coffee and chocolate production with social impact initiatives. The enterprise supports s...

Betty Boop, the iconic Jazz Age cartoon character, has roots in Jewish culture through her creators, Max and Dave Fleischer, pioneering animators and Jewish ...

Eitan Steinfeld, a 14-year-old from Toronto, developed the WatchSiddur app for Apple Watch users to access daily Jewish prayers conveniently. Despite limited...

This episode features a conversation with a Jewish-Indigenous couple who reflect on their interfaith relationship and discuss the significance of the Nationa...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the themes of grief and historical perspectives on Jewish identity and Israel, featuring discussions with Re...