JTA
I hit the Loehmann’s reopening on its first day — and experienced a Shechechiyanu moment
22 Aug
Rabbi Yael Buechler reflects on Loehmanns' pop-up reopening on Long Island, reminiscing about its unique role in Jewish-American culture. Known for offering ...
22 Aug
Forward
How a beloved TV detective embodies a central Jewish value
22 Aug
The article draws a parallel between the beloved TV detective Columbo, portrayed by Peter Falk, and a central Jewish value of inquiry and curiosity. Although...
22 Aug
Forward
Is Netflix's new show the most Jewish cartoon ever?
22 Aug
Netflix's new animated series, "Long Story Short," from "BoJack Horseman" creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg, explores Jewish identity through the Schwooper family...
22 Aug
Kveller
Why Does the One Jewish Character in Disney’s ‘Z-O-M-B-I-E-S’ Franchise Have To Be So Awful
22 Aug
Leah Grisham critiques the depiction of the only explicitly Jewish character, Bucky, in Disney's Z-O-M-B-I-E-S franchise, noting his problematic role as a se...
22 Aug
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Books for First-Years, Games
22 Aug
The episode explores book recommendations for college freshmen and favorite board games, providing listeners with thoughtful insights and entertainment optio...
22 Aug
Tikvah
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David Myers and Andrew Koss on Whether Jewish Studies Has Turned against the Jews: Has the field lost its way, and can it recover?
21 Aug
David Myers and Andrew Koss discuss whether the focus of Jewish studies professors and their responses to recent political events represent a turn against th...
21 Aug
Chabad.org
Tattoo Rabbi: “I Can’t Keep QUIET About This Any Longer”
21 Aug
In this episode of the "Ordinary People Extraordinary Stories" podcast, the discussion revolves around the cultural and religious implications of tattoos wit...
21 Aug
Kveller
I’m an Over-Prepared Jewish Mom. Here’s What’s in My Bag.
21 Aug
Reflecting on the stereotype of Jewish mothers as anxious and excessively prepared, Daci Platt humorously embraces the label as a means of keeping her family...
21 Aug
Forward
For barbraphiles and Streisand fanatics, a plethora of babtastic barbrabilia
21 Aug
Barbra Streisand enthusiasts are in for a treat with the auction of what is claimed to be the world's largest Streisand memorabilia collection, curated by th...
21 Aug
The Beinart Notebook
Abdul El-Sayed is Running for Senate
21 Aug
Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic candidate for the Senate in Michigan and son of Egyptian immigrants, is the focus of an upcoming Zoom talk hosted by Peter Beina...
21 Aug
JTA
‘Anne Frank, Superstar’? A satirical musical reimagines the Holocaust victim as a symbol of wokeness.
21 Aug
Slam Frank, a satirical musical co-created by Jewish artists Andrew Fox and Joel Sinensky, reimagines Anne Frank as a pansexual Latinx girl in a hip-hop styl...
21 Aug
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Here's Some Stuff We Don't Like
21 Aug
The hosts discuss renowned works of art that evoke negative feelings or fail to resonate with them personally, despite their widespread acclaim. They provide...
21 Aug
Forward
The Kennedy Center canceled all its 'woke' programming — so why is this Jewish musical OK?
20 Aug
Under President Donald Trump's leadership, the Kennedy Center has significantly reduced its 'woke' programming, yet the musical 'Parade'—focusing on the lync...
20 Aug
Kveller
This Love Fest Between Iconic Hollywood Jewish Women Makes Our Hearts Happy
20 Aug
Lena Dunham, renowned for her Jewish roots and dynamic career in film and television, embarks on her latest project, a Netflix romantic comedy titled "Good S...
20 Aug
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Touring Through History
20 Aug
The hosts of the Commentary Magazine Podcast discuss their favorite historical sites around the world, offering a mix of Jewish and general historical perspe...
20 Aug
JTA
Zabar’s, iconic UWS Jewish grocery, inspires a new Adidas sneaker
20 Aug
Zabar's, the iconic 91-year-old grocery store in New York's Upper West Side, has inspired a new limited-edition Adidas sneaker as part of a collaboration cel...
20 Aug
Living Lchaim
Jewish Grandma: How to Live a Long Life (Bible’s Promise)
20 Aug
In this touching episode, Grandma Dina delves into the declining culture of reverence for elders, contrasting past generations' tangible honor towards parent...
20 Aug
Between The Lines
‘Read All About It!’ Two Centuries Of Jewish News At Your Fingertips!
20 Aug
The National Library of Israel's Historical Jewish Press project, Jpress, offers a digital treasure trove of over 500 Jewish newspapers from around the world...
20 Aug
Future of Jewish
Activism is the new religion — and they’re worshipping false idols.
20 Aug
Lucy Tabrizi critiques modern Western activism, likening it to a pseudo-religion where identity and belonging overshadow genuine understanding and impact. Sh...
20 Aug
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Greatest Hits: The bat mitzvah turns 100: Meet the oldest celebrant in Canada—and one of the youngest
20 Aug
Ellin Bessner explores the history and evolution of the bat mitzvah in America and Canada, marking its 100-year anniversary. The episode highlights two signi...
20 Aug
Sapir
Judaism Without Borders, Diaspora Without Tears
20 Aug
Allegra Goodman reflects on the evolution of Jewish-American literature beyond the prominent figures of Saul Bellow and Philip Roth. Despite the assertion by...
20 Aug
JTA
Sally Rooney says she’ll donate to Palestine Action despite risking terrorism charges
20 Aug
Irish author Sally Rooney publicly announced her financial support for Palestine Action, a British pro-Palestinian activist group recently labeled a terroris...
20 Aug
Tablet
Coffee and Croissants
20 Aug
As the morning unfolds, Vicky finds herself in a predicament: they are running out of coffee just as guests are about to arrive. With Jackie, who’s responsib...
20 Aug
Forward
Donald Trump wants to ‘try and get to heaven’ — just like Bob Dylan
19 Aug
Former President Donald Trump recently expressed a desire to secure a place in heaven, citing potential achievements in brokering peace between Russia and Uk...
19 Aug
Kveller
Everything We Know About ‘The Pitt’ Season 2
19 Aug
The highly anticipated second season of "The Pitt" featuring Dr. Michael Robby Robinavitch, played by Emmy-nominated Noah Wyle, is set to premiere on January...
19 Aug
Mishpacha
Purposeful Pen
19 Aug
Rabbi Berel Wein, renowned for his impactful rhetoric and wit, celebrated his 90th birthday with a global tribute in Jerusalem, reflecting his enduring influ...
19 Aug
Mishpacha
Family First Inbox: Issue 957
19 Aug
The responses featured in the Family First Inbox, Issue 957, highlight the diverse challenges faced by Jewish women, particularly in the context of dating an...
19 Aug
Sonya's Prep
Shabbat Prep & Cooking | Hafrashat Challah, Samsa, Brisket, Moroccan Salmon & More 🍴✨
19 Aug
The video provides an engaging glimpse into Shabbat preparations, showcasing the traditional cooking methods for a range of dishes, including challah, samsa,...
19 Aug
Rationalist Judaism
The "Non-Charedi" Argument against IDF service
19 Aug
Natan Slifkin critiques a non-religious justification used by some in the Charedi community for avoiding IDF service, highlighting it as a reflection of a br...
19 Aug
JTA
New US Postal Service stamp honors Holocaust survivor and humanitarian Elie Wiesel
19 Aug
A new United States Postal Service stamp will honor Elie Wiesel, the renowned Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, as part of their Distinguish...
19 Aug
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Visiting Days
19 Aug
The crew of The Commentary Magazine Podcast offers travel recommendations across America, highlighting lesser-known destinations perfect for exploration. The...
19 Aug
Mishpacha
Summer-Spiked Melon Sticks
19 Aug
A refreshing summer treat, these Summer-Spiked Melon Sticks bring an innovative twist to simple watermelon by marinating it in a spiked lime mix. Combining c...
19 Aug
Mishpacha
Crispy Island Chicken Skewers
19 Aug
Crispy Island Chicken Skewers offer a tropical culinary experience with a delightful combination of crispy coconut-coated chicken and juicy pineapple chunks....
19 Aug
Mishpacha
Pretty Pesto Potato Stix
19 Aug
Offering an appetizing twist on grilled vegetables, Sharona's Pretty Pesto Potato Stix combines the vibrant flavors of pesto with colorful potatoes and juicy...
19 Aug
Mishpacha
Charred Teriyaki Meatball Kabobs
19 Aug
Charred Teriyaki Meatball Kabobs offer a delightful fusion of Asian flavours, combining juicy ground beef with scallions, sesame teriyaki sauce, and a mix of...
19 Aug
Kveller
Grammy Winner Joanie Leeds Just Released an Album About Her Bubby’s Jewish Wisdom
18 Aug
Grammy-winning musician Joanie Leeds has released a heartwarming album titled "Ageless: 100 Years Young" in honor of her 100-year-old bubby, Sylvia Furshman ...
18 Aug
The Free Press
Anti-Israel Protesters Get Police Protection. Not This Christian Rocker.
18 Aug
At a recent Christian music event in rural Ontario, American rocker Sean Feucht gathered a diverse group of 200 devoted Christians who participated in a fait...
18 Aug
Tel Aviv Review
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The Wicked Witch of the East: Introducing Iran to Israelis (Preview)
18 Aug
Lior Sternfeld discusses his book "Iran: Life itself," which aims to provide Israelis with a deeper understanding of Iran beyond common stereotypes and media...
18 Aug
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Greatest Hits: Sharon, without Lois or Bram, transforms her classic career into a family business
18 Aug
Sharon Hampson of the famed children's music trio Sharon, Lois & Bram is rejuvenating her musical career with a family band that includes her daughter and gr...
18 Aug
Tablet
A Primer on ‘Dementiacore’
18 Aug
Adam Lehrer's article explores the concept of "Dementiacore," a term he uses to describe a trend in contemporary cinema where films mirror the cognitive decl...
18 Aug
18forty
What the 18Forty Team is Reading This Month
17 Aug
This month's reading list from the 18Forty team showcases a diverse array of literary works across different genres and themes, reflecting the varied interes...
17 Aug
Emes Ve-Emunah
How Jewish Are the Jews of New York?
17 Aug
The article explores the complex identity and political leanings of New York's Jewish population, focusing on their support for Zohran Mamdani, a political f...
17 Aug
Jamie Geller
HOW TO DATE THE JEWISH WAY
17 Aug
A landmark Jewish virtual speed-dating event brought Jewish singles from around the world together, with stunning participation statistics including 15,463 d...
17 Aug
Future of Jewish
If you can, please help us keep serving you.
17 Aug
Joshua Hoffman, representing Future of Jewish, appeals to readers to support their publication, which aims to enhance understanding of Judaism, Israel, and t...
17 Aug
Chabad.org
Episode #32: Re'eh
17 Aug
This episode of Chabad.org's podcast "Your Jewish Week" dives into various cultural analogies while discussing Parshat Re'eh. Rabbi Dovi Paltiel creatively i...
17 Aug
Future of Jewish
Judaism didn’t begin in Europe, but we teach it like it did.
16 Aug
Matthew Nouriel, an Iranian Jewish activist, reflects on growing up within an Ashkenazi-centric Jewish education system that neglected the rich histories of ...
16 Aug
JTA
Roblox’s ban of a user named ‘Schlep’ has ignited a crisis for the mega-popular gaming platform
15 Aug
The controversial ban of a Roblox user named Schlep, who took on the task of identifying child predators within the platform, has become a significant event,...
15 Aug
JTA
How AI and ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ played essential roles in this Chinese immigrant’s journey to Judaism
15 Aug
Liangda Hu, a Chinese immigrant living in Brooklyn, utilizes AI to translate Talmud study into Mandarin, aiding his conversion journey to Judaism. Inspired b...
15 Aug
Forward
The Torah verse that makes the case for journalism
15 Aug
Louis Keene explores the intersection between journalism and Judaism, particularly focusing on how the role of a gabbai at a Modern Orthodox synagogue parall...
15 Aug
Sonya's Prep
🍪 Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies – Oil-Based & Super Soft!
15 Aug
This video provides a simple homemade recipe for making chocolate chip cookies with oil instead of butter. It guides viewers through a quick and easy process...
15 Aug