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Forward Staff explores the connection between Andy Warhol's artistic ventures and two of Hollywood's most iconic actresses, Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monr...

Hoshana Rabbah, a holiday on the seventh day of Sukkot, involves beating willow branches as a ritual symbolizing various interpretations, including expressin...

Supermodel Bar Refaeli married billionaire businessman Adi Ezra at a lavish wedding in northern Israel, which prompted extreme security measures including a ...

During the period between Elul and Sukkot, the mitzvah of Etrog holds great significance as Jews flock to stores in Meah Shearim to select their own etrogs, ...

Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the government's proposals to increase penalties for stone-throwing after a tragic death, questioning how to handle children p...

This episode of Unorthodox addresses a range of contentious and thought-provoking topics, from Ann Coulter's inflammatory comments about Jews to the controve...

This text describes a Jewish traveler's experience observing Yom Kippur at a Buddhist meditation center in India. Despite seeking a departure from his Orthod...

Theo Bikel, a prolific actor and singer, epitomized the qualities of a modern Jewish prophet through his activist efforts for justice and morality. As descri...

A Jewish magazine is inviting readers to share their personal milestones and events from the year 5776 in a special feature reminiscent of traditional synago...

In Chai Fashion Ep. 8, the Unorthodox podcast discusses various Jewish topics, including a controversial New York Times feature linking Jewish lawmakers who ...

This episode of Unorthodox dives into the controversy over the Iran Deal vote and its Jewish connections, and features guests from the fashion and lexicograp...

"Letters to Vra" by Vladimir Nabokov, translated and edited by Olga Voronina and Brian Boyd, offers a window into the passionate and vulnerable side of Nabok...

Larry David's play "Fish in the Dark" is a reflection of American Jewish comedy tradition, seen through the lens of Larry David's distinct style and wit. The...

Yitskhok Berliner, a Modernist Yiddish poet born in Poland in 1899 and eventually moving to Mexico, is known for his evocative poems about the marginalized i...

Celebrate the Jewish High Holidays with a fun twist using emojis to enhance your greetings and conversations! From sending wishes for a sweet new year with a...

In this lively episode of Unorthodox, the hosts delve into topical Jewish and American issues, discussing school closures for Jewish holidays and the complex...

Egg creams are making a comeback, as highlighted by Kathleen Squires in the Wall Street Journal, despite not containing eggs or cream. The drink's revival is...

In episode 6 of Unorthodox, a Yom Kippur special, host Mark Oppenheimer, writer Shira Telushkin, and Esther Werdiger from Tablet discuss the complexities of ...

In this Yom Kippur-themed episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the nuances and difficulties of apologies within and beyond Jewish tradition. They discuss...

Thirteen-year-old Noah Kales, a Jewish jiu-jitsu prodigy from Toronto, defies stereotypes with his impressive achievements in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, having won...

Michelle Lee, a twice Tony-nominated actress, discusses her role as Madame Morrible in the Broadway musical 'Wicked' during an interview in her dressing room...

This episode of Unorthodox explores a range of topics from the week's Jewish news, including cultural curiosities such as Israeli spy animals and contemporar...

Jay Michaelson reflects on the current state and future of Progressive Judaism in America, drawing parallels with Rabbi Yohanan Ben Zakkai's establishment of...

The article reflects on the author's attendance at Camp Walden's 100th reunion, a Jewish summer camp with deep roots in ethical and secular values. Founded b...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss Matisyahu's controversial removal from a Spanish festival, Jewish support for the Iran deal in Hollywood, an...

The text provides a recipe for Plum Pecan Rugelach by Margot Kahn, inspired by Anna Zylberberg's recipe, and a recipe for Red Plum Jam by Kate Lebo. The ruge...

Staffers at Tablet delve into various topics such as legal battles between Jewish dating apps, a crowd-funded campaign to reelect Canada's Jewish prime minis...

This episode of Unorthodox dives into the contentious world of Jewish dating apps, the controversy over a Nazi-themed romance novel, and the disarming blend ...

The text discusses the integration of Torah study and general secular wisdom, focusing on the ideological and practical aspects of this relationship. The aut...

Prof. Yosef Toby discusses Judeo-Arabic literature in Tunisia, highlighting the cultural richness of Tunisian Jews during a golden age and their struggle bet...

The article is a nostalgic reflection on the complex dynamics of Jewish summer camps in America, particularly focusing on the presence of the charismatic Isr...

In episode 2 of "Return of the Shiksa," Host Mark Oppenheimer and Tablet staffers Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz discuss the European Maccabiah Games h...

This episode navigates the intersection of Jewish culture, politics, and humor as the hosts discuss the European Maccabiah Games held in Berlin, critique Mik...

In this episode of Sandler vs. Samberg, a discussion led by Mark Oppenheimer and Tablet staffers covers various topics including gay marriage in Israel, the ...

The text discusses the significance of initials in E.L. Doctorow's name, revealing that the "E" stands for Edgar, honoring Edgar Allan Poe, a favorite writer...

The author reflects on his changing perception of Woody Allen, noting a shift from the filmmaker's once-revered status to current cultural criticism. He reco...

Tablet magazine is launching a new podcast called Unorthodox, hosted by Mark Oppenheimer and featuring Liel Leibovitz and others. The podcast will provide a ...

The article reflects on the life and legacy of Theodore Bikel, an iconic actor, activist, and Yiddishist who passed away at 91. Known for his intellectual an...

George Wein, a pioneering figure in the jazz festival world, was born in 1925 in a Jewish suburb of Newton, Massachusetts. Despite not being from a particula...

George Wein, co-founder of the Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals, reflects on his extraordinary life in music from his upbringing as a Jewish-American kid to b...

The editors of Tablet Magazine have launched a new podcast, offering listeners an initial opportunity to explore their latest audio content.

The author reflects on the complex relationship with their mother, who struggled with mental illness and drug abuse before passing away. Despite the difficul...

The issue of taking selfies at Auschwitz is explored, highlighting the tension between modern tourism practices and the solemnity of Holocaust memorials. Whi...

Lev Berenshteyn, a Jewish refugee from Uzbekistan, has created a personal homage to the Statue of Liberty in his Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn yard. Teaming up wi...

The author recounts her transformative experience at a Reform Jewish summer camp in 1988, where she initially felt awkward and self-conscious but was profoun...

Heaven Hill, a prominent independent spirits company based in Kentucky, is owned by the Jewish Shapira family, who have resided in the state for over a centu...

In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the feasibility of a peace initiative proposing two states, Palestine and Israel, with shared existence and n...

Fanny and Hilde tells the story of Fanny von Arnstein, a prominent figure in the turn-of-the-19th-century Jewish salon scene in Berlin and Vienna. Fanny, a m...

"Nothing Is True and Everything Is Possible: The Surreal Heart of the New Russia" by Peter Pomerantsev examines the blurred lines between reality and PR in c...

Season 3, episode 9 of "Orange Is the New Black" features a humorous yet thought-provoking exploration of who qualifies for kosher meals in prison, highlight...