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Forward My Sephardic Guilt on Kristallnacht 10 Nov 2014
Rachel Delia Benaim reflects on her feelings of Sephardic guilt during Holocaust remembrance days, such as Kristallnacht. While her family found refuge in Ma...
10 Nov 2014
Forward Angela Buchdahl 7 Nov 2014
Angela Buchdahl's extraordinary journey from feeling marginalized due to her diverse heritage to becoming the senior rabbi at New York's Central Synagogue il...
7 Nov 2014
Tel Aviv Review headphones Sir Moses Montefiore: a world Jewish leader before such even existed 6 Nov 2014
The podcast discusses various topics, including the perception of the Nakba in Israeli society, the history of Pop-Rock music in Israel and globally, and the...
6 Nov 2014
Tablet How To Make Hummus Like Chef Einat Admony 6 Nov 2014
Israeli Chef Einat Admony, known for her restaurants in New York City, shares tips on making hummus and eggplant mousse reminiscent of baba ghanoush in a vid...
6 Nov 2014
Forward How Iranian Jews Shaped Modern Los Angeles 4 Nov 2014
The article discusses the impact of Iranian Jews on shaping modern Los Angeles since the 1970s. It highlights how Iranian Jews revitalized a declining Jewish...
4 Nov 2014
Forward The Secret Jewish History of ‘Twin Peaks’ 3 Nov 2014
In exploring the unexpected Jewish connections within the cult TV series Twin Peaks, author Seth Rogovoy unveils how the series, known for disrupting traditi...
3 Nov 2014
Tablet Morocco’s Unlikely Keepers of Jewish Culture 28 Oct 2014
Mimouna, a group of Moroccan Muslims dedicated to preserving Jewish Moroccan culture, held an event at Congregation Shearith Israel in Manhattan to educate a...
28 Oct 2014
Tablet How To Make Middle Eastern Stuffed Vegetables 22 Oct 2014
The article discusses the traditional Middle Eastern method of making stuffed vegetables, which differs from the American version involving peppers and tomat...
22 Oct 2014
Tablet At a Catskills Reunion, a Bungalow Colony’s Past and Present Come Together 6 Oct 2014
A Catskills bungalow colony with a rich history dating back to 1941, originally founded by Nathan Jacoby, was recently the site of a reunion organized by his...
6 Oct 2014
Tablet My Husband Wanted to Break the Fast Early and I Didn’t 1 Oct 2014
The author reflects on a personal dilemma when her husband wanted to break the Yom Kippur fast early to accommodate his migraine, while she preferred to wait...
1 Oct 2014
Tablet It’s Never Too Late To Atone 30 Sep 2014
The author reflects on how Yom Kippur, despite being a somber and solitary holiday, holds a unique significance as a time for personal reflection and atoneme...
30 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books Valhalla in Flames 16 Sep 2014
David B. Dennis's works shed light on how Nazis utilized culture for political ends, as outlined in "Valhalla in Flames." Dennis examined the Völkischer Beob...
16 Sep 2014
Tablet Jewy Books: Including Jewish Characters Doesn’t Have To Be a Big Deal Anymore 5 Sep 2014
The discussion focuses on the evolving portrayal of Jewish characters in young adult literature, moving away from narratives solely focused on "Important Jew...
5 Sep 2014
Forward Jill Sobule's Adaptation of 'Yentl' Hews Closely to Isaac Bashevis Singer's Groundbreaking Work 27 Aug 2014
Jill Sobule is bringing a fresh adaptation of Isaac Bashevis Singer's 'Yentl' to Theater J in Washington, D.C., featuring a new script with music that aligns...
27 Aug 2014
Forward You Can Pay Jews To Live in Dothan, Alabama. But Will They Stay? 18 Aug 2014
Dothan, Alabama, a small town with a dwindling Jewish population, embarked on a unique plan to revitalize its Jewish community in 2008. Funded by Larry Blumb...
18 Aug 2014
Tablet Henry Roth Slept With His Sister and His Cousin 30 Jul 2014
Henry Roth's literary journey is characterized by extreme highs and lows. After the success of his debut novel "Call It Sleep," he fell into obscurity for de...
30 Jul 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The 'Better Times' Edition 17 Jul 2014
The text discusses various experiences and reflections of individuals living in Israel. It includes segments such as dancing the Ethiopian shoulder shake on ...
17 Jul 2014
Forward Introducing the 'Christooza' — Yes, It's a Cross Mezuzah. 2 Jul 2014
The "Christooza," a creation by Jewish financial advisor Henry Zabarsky, is a novel combination of Christian and Jewish traditions, merging the cross with th...
2 Jul 2014
Forward No Jewish Royal Baby — Gad Elmaleh's Son Baptized 26 Jun 2014
French-Moroccan Jewish comedian Gad Elmaleh's son, Raphael, was recently baptized in the royal chapel of Monaco with his mother, Charlotte Casiraghi, who is ...
26 Jun 2014
Forward Meet the 3 Jews Who Made 'The Lion King' Possible 24 Jun 2014
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Disney classic 'The Lion King,' the article highlights the contributions of three Jewish figures critical to the f...
24 Jun 2014
Forward Thoroughly Modernist Jewish Design 15 Jun 2014
An exhibition at San Francisco's Contemporary Jewish Museum titled "Designing Home: Jews and Midcentury Modernism" highlights the significant contributions o...
15 Jun 2014
Jewish Review of Books The Jewbird 15 Jun 2014
Saul Bellow's eulogy for Bernard Malamud highlights their shared immigrant backgrounds and American experiences, despite differing literary success. While Be...
15 Jun 2014
Forward Pope Francis Leaves 'Lord's Prayer' at Western Wall 29 May 2014
Pope Francis, during his visit to the Western Wall in Jerusalem, placed a piece of paper in the crevices bearing the "Lord's Prayer." This symbolic gesture, ...
29 May 2014
Forward Why I Use 'Yeshivish' 27 May 2014
Leah Vincent articulates her deliberate choice to use the term 'Yeshivish' to describe the ultra-Orthodox non-Hasidic Jewish community she originates from. D...
27 May 2014
Tablet Seth Rogen Exemplifies the Jewish Journey From Chosen People to Just Showing Up 13 May 2014
This article from Tablet magazine explores the journey of Seth Rogen, a prominent Jewish actor and filmmaker, as a figure representing the evolution of Jewis...
13 May 2014
Tablet ‘Noah’ The Most Popular Name For Baby Boys 9 May 2014
In 2013, the name Noah surpassed Jacob as the most popular name for baby boys, possibly influenced by the blockbuster film "Noah" directed by Darren Aronofsk...
9 May 2014
Tablet What You Learn From IDF Krav Maga Masters 6 May 2014
The article profiles Ran Nakash and Itay Danenberg, Israeli Krav Maga masters, as they conduct Krav Maga seminars in New York City. Krav Maga, the self-defen...
6 May 2014
Forward James Bond, The Mensch? 21 Apr 2014
Funny or Die's video humorously portrays James Bond as a mensch, reflecting on Harvey Weinstein's criticism of Hollywood violence. The spoof shows a nebbishy...
21 Apr 2014
Tablet Tablet Gives Moses Award to Ayaan Hirsi Ali 10 Apr 2014
In response to Brandeis University's controversial decision to revoke an honorary degree from activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Tablet Magazine has awarded her its i...
10 Apr 2014
Tablet From One Altar to Another: A Story of Worship, From Orthodoxy to Anorexia 1 Apr 2014
This article delves into the author's journey from embracing Orthodox Judaism to struggling with anorexia as a teenager. The author reflects on their upbring...
1 Apr 2014
Tablet Darren Aronofsky’s ‘Noah’ Is a Hot, Wet, Cinematic Mess 31 Mar 2014
Darren Aronofsky's film "Noah" has been described as a cinematic mess, offering a dark, excessive, and eccentric retelling of the biblical story of Noah's ar...
31 Mar 2014
Tablet Was Noah a Vegetarian? 31 Mar 2014
The movie Noah, directed by Darren Aronofsky, portrays Noah and his family as vegetarians who view eating meat as a sin against God. Despite some critics cla...
31 Mar 2014
Jewish Review of Books Life with S’chug 5 Mar 2014
Einat Admony's book "Balaboosta" shares a blend of Mediterranean recipes alongside personal stories of her life as a chef, mother, and wife in New York City,...
5 Mar 2014
Tablet How Froot Loops Helped Me Create a Culinary Connection to the Jewish World 13 Feb 2014
A person born to convert parents recounts how Froot Loops became their first Jewish food, providing a sense of belonging within a Jewish family environment, ...
13 Feb 2014
Forward Why Woody Allen Fans Should Stand Up for Dylan Farrow 5 Feb 2014
The article discusses the dilemma faced by fans of Woody Allen following allegations of sexual abuse by his stepdaughter, Dylan Farrow. The author grapples w...
5 Feb 2014
Tablet Israel’s New Gourmet Arabic Restaurant Is a Hit 4 Feb 2014
Magdalena, a new upscale Arabic restaurant in Israel owned by Arab Christian chef Yousef Hanna, has gained popularity for its gourmet Galilee-style Arabic cu...
4 Feb 2014
Forward Can Sephardic Jews Go Home Again — 500 Years After the Inquisition? 27 Jan 2014
Following a 2012 announcement by Spain offering citizenship to Sephardic Jews as a gesture of reconciliation for the 1492 expulsion, the offer had not yet ma...
27 Jan 2014
Forward Carole King Musical Is More Than a Jukebox Show 8 Jan 2014
"Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" is more than a typical jukebox show; it's a bio-musical that explores the stories behind the legendary songs of Carole K...
8 Jan 2014
Forward Biblical Baby Names Are Making a Comeback 3 Jan 2014
Biblical names are gaining newfound popularity as parents in 2014 turn back to traditional, time-honored names like Caleb, Levi, Naomi, and Ruth. This trend ...
3 Jan 2014
Tablet How To Make Dampfnudeln, the Ultimate Dessert for New Year’s Eve 27 Dec 2013
This article discusses the Bavarian dessert Dampfnudeln, which translates to steamed dumplings. Originating from southern Germany and popularized by Catholic...
27 Dec 2013
Tablet Why Soviet Jews Have ‘Christmas’ Trees 24 Dec 2013
In the 1970s in Moscow, young Jewish girl Regina Blekh looked forward to celebrating the secular New Years tree holiday, akin to Christmas with Ded Moroz bri...
24 Dec 2013
Tablet The Tattler Guide to Having the Least Christmas-y Christmas Ever 20 Dec 2013
The author humorously discusses ways to have the least Christmas-y Christmas ever, proposing alternative activities to counter the holiday spirit, especially...
20 Dec 2013
Promised Podcast headphones The “Turn, Turn, Turn” Edition 5 Dec 2013
In this text, Allison, Eilon, and Noah discuss Buzghi Herzog, the new head of the Labor Party, and his peace initiatives, the influence of social media on th...
5 Dec 2013
Forward Jews Bid Farewell to Bloomberg, With Powdered Sugar on their Lips 4 Dec 2013
As New York City prepared for the transition from Mayor Michael Bloomberg to Bill de Blasio, the Jewish community bid farewell to Bloomberg at a Hanukkah par...
4 Dec 2013
Tablet A Dip in the Mikveh, Nearly Derailed by Fake Eyelashes, Was Vital to My Conversion 3 Dec 2013
The author recounts her journey of converting to Judaism and the pivotal role the ritual bath, mikveh, played in her conversion process despite initial reser...
3 Dec 2013
Forward 125 Years of Katz's Deli 2 Dec 2013
Katz's Delicatessen, a cornerstone of New York City's culinary and cultural scene, celebrates 125 years of operation. Founded in 1888 and run by the Katz fam...
2 Dec 2013
Promised Podcast headphones Thanksgivukah Extravaganza – Where American and Israeli Cultures Meet 28 Nov 2013
Allison, Eilon, Don, and Noah explore the fusion of American and Israeli cultures in the context of Thanksgivukah, delving into topics such as the state of t...
28 Nov 2013
Tablet Thanksgivukkah Was Made for a Jewish Rapping Sous Chef From Queens 27 Nov 2013
"Thanksgivukkah Was Made for a Jewish Rapping Sous Chef From Queens" explores the whimsical and eclectic persona of Action Bronson, a Jewish-Albanian rapper ...
27 Nov 2013
Forward How Hanukkah Entered American Mainstream 25 Nov 2013
Hanukkah has evolved into a major fixture in American Jewish life, largely as a response to the cultural dominance of Christmas. Diane Ashton's book, "Hanukk...
25 Nov 2013
Tablet Finding a Home Where the Hanukkah Candles Outnumber the Christmas Trees 25 Nov 2013
The author reflects on growing up feeling like an outsider as a Jewish individual in a non-Jewish neighborhood, where Christmas celebrations dominated. They ...
25 Nov 2013