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Chaplain Laura Fitch and parent Alana Kadden Ballon provide advice on how to effectively talk to children about death, emphasizing the importance of using si...

Dr. Cecile Kuznitz, director of Jewish Studies at Bard College, discusses the history of the Yiddish Scientific Institute (YIVO) in her book "YIVO and the Ma...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Christopher Noxon discusses the lessons from his book on the civil rights movement, and Bernard-Henri Lévy explores the theme ...

In episode 171 of Unorthodox, the focus is on circumcision and the Jewish practice of brit milah, with discussions ranging from the biblical significance of ...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into the tradition of circumcision in Judaism, discussing its religious significance, historical context, and personal expe...

In a satirical take, noted cartoonist and humorist Jules Feiffer reflects on former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz's latest coffee venture. Feiffer's commentar...

On this star-studded episode of 'Unorthodox,' shoe designer Stuart Weitzman reminisces about his journey in the fashion world and his impact on the Oscars wi...

Simone Weichselbaum, a half Jamaican, half German-Jewish woman, founded Kugel in response to feeling out of place in her fianc's homogeneous Jewish community...

Psychologist Nurit Novis-Deutsch suggests that individuals with a multifaceted identity may demonstrate greater tolerance towards those perceived as differen...

In a recent discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida debated the significance of open primaries in Israeli politics, particular...

In a recent episode of "Unorthodox" live from Seattle, Rabbi Will Berkovitz, CEO of Jewish Family Service Seattle, discusses the importance of helping resett...

This live Unorthodox episode features Rabbi Will Berkovitz discussing the challenges of refugee resettlement and the backlash he faces from some Jews for his...

This episode of Unorthodox features a live recording from Los Angeles, highlighting interviews with both Rachel Sumekh, founder of Swipe Out Hunger, and Laur...

Chris Christie's new memoir, "Let Me Finish," includes harsh criticism of Charles Kushner, father of Jared Kushner, for his past criminal actions. Christie c...

The article discusses the portrayal of ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities in recent media, focusing on the contrast between tragedy and comedy in these depict...

Naomi Malka, director of a progressive mikveh in Washington, highlights the transformative power of the mikveh as a ritual for marking life transitions. Desp...

Short ribs, also known as flanken in the old country, have made a comeback in the culinary world, becoming a trendy dish among the next generation of cooks. ...

In this live episode, Unorthodox hosts Mark Oppenheimer, Stephanie Butnik, and Leo Leibovitz host special guests Michael Twitty and Congresswoman Katie Porte...

The first European Yiddish Marathon took place from December 28 to January 3 in Sounion, Greece, offering a lively array of activities celebrating Yiddish cu...

This episode features Tova Weinberg, a Jewish matchmaker who discusses her journey from dentistry to creating Jewish dating website Saw You at Sinai, and her...

The Unorthodox podcast's Episode 165 features Jewish matchmaker Tova Weinberg, the founder of the dating website Saw You at Sinai, sharing insights on matchm...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss early elections in Israel, bat mitzvah celebrations, and a listener meetup in Tel Aviv. The episode features...

In episode 164 of Unorthodox, the podcast covers topics such as early elections in Israel, bat mitzvah experiences, and a Tel Aviv listener meetup. Guests in...

Allan Arkush reflects on his experiences teaching Jewish history at the Nevele Grand Hotel's Elderhostel program, sharing insights into stories from Elderhos...

Erez Biton, a blind Hebrew poet born to Moroccan-Jewish parents, has made significant contributions to Israeli literature, particularly within the Mizrahi co...

Manashe Khaimov is working to dispel misconceptions about Bukharian Jews and their distinct heritage, often mistaken for Russian due to the shared Soviet exp...

New Year's Eve is criticized for its expectations and disappointments, with pressure to be fancy and have the "Best! Time! Ever!" Rosh Hashanah offers a cont...

This episode is a rebroadcast of a 2013 interview with renowned Israeli author Amos Oz, who passed away on December 28, 2018. In the discussion, Oz shares in...

The article discusses the growing market for Nazi memorabilia, increasingly purchased by Jewish buyers. Families of WWII veterans are selling such artifacts,...

In episode 163 of the podcast "Out of Bounds," two interviews are featured. The first is with formerly Hasidic comedian Leah Forster, who faced backlash and ...

The U.S. Navy is shifting away from traditional punitive measures like the bread and water diet for disciplinary purposes, a method criticized for its inhuma...

This reflection captures a Jewish individual's childhood experiences living next to a neighbor with elaborate Christmas decorations, including a display of S...

Gwyneth Paltrow shares insights into her interfaith family's holiday celebrations, which include Christmas traditions and a commitment to Jewish practices. D...

In a humorous reflection on being Jewish during Christmas in Texas, the writer explores the contrasts and interactions between Jewish culture and the festive...

This episode of Unorthodox explores the intersection of Jewish culture with Christmas traditions, featuring conversations with Bill Adler and Steven D'Souza....

Secular Jewish Israelis in Israel are experiencing what is termed as "Christmas envy," where they enthusiastically partake in the superficial joys of Christm...

The article explores whether Spider-Man, specifically the alternate universe Peter B. Parker from "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse," can be considered Jewi...

The author reflects on the act of shaving and its cultural significance, particularly in the Jewish and gentile communities. They explore the idea that genti...

In episode 161 of Unorthodox, Taffy Brodesser-Akner, a New York Times writer known for profiling celebrities, discusses being a journalist and a mensch, her ...

This episode of Unorthodox features writer Taffy Brodesser-Akner discussing her experiences profiling celebrities while striving to maintain her Jewish value...

Exploring the origins of surnames among Ashkenazi Jews, the article reveals that these names, often shared with non-Jews, do not necessarily indicate past co...

Connie Francis, born Concetta Rosa Maria Franconero to Italian-American parents, is sometimes mistakenly thought to be Jewish but has extensive connections t...

Jews have been increasingly involved in the cannabis industry and culture worldwide, with Israel leading in medical research and North American Jews catching...

The nostalgic allure of the Borscht Belt and its renowned Catskills resorts is vividly reminisced through their signature all-you-can-eat Jewish meals, as hi...

In episode 160 of Unorthodox, the discussion revolves around Jewish superstitions, ranging from protection against the evil eye to beliefs about whistling. L...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts delve into the world of Jewish superstitions, from the evil eye to wedding customs, and explore their origins and mo...

A musician receives an armadillo menorah as a mysterious gift which forms a unique bond with him as they travel the country together. The armadillo menorah, ...

The article discusses an episode of Law & Order: SVU titled "Alta Kockers" that is described as the show's most Jewish episode. The episode features guest ap...

At 86, veteran performer Joel Grey took on an unexpected challenge when he agreed to direct a Yiddish version of "Fiddler on the Roof" for the National Yiddi...

The mikveh, a ritual bath central to Jewish religious practice, is traditionally used for conversion, marital purity, and ritual purification before burial o...