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Zelenskyy, ‘modern-day Maccabee,’ invokes candle-lit Christmas in speech to Congress
22 Dec 2022
In a poignant address to the U.S. Congress, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a Jewish leader, invoked themes of resilience reminiscent of the Hanukka...
22 Dec 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Is Musk Sucking Up All the Trump Oxygen?
16 Dec 2022
The discussion analyzes how Elon Musk's actions, particularly banning journalists on Twitter, overshadowed Donald Trump's recent announcement of selling NFT ...
16 Dec 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Arrest of Sam Bankman-Fried
13 Dec 2022
James B. Meigs discusses in his podcast the collapse of the cryptocurrency exchange FTX and its implications for Silicon Valley's techno-optimist culture and...
13 Dec 2022
Unorthodox
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Work It: Ep. 341
8 Dec 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, the host explores the topic of Sweet Sixteen parties in Jewish culture and interviews guest Isabel Kaplan about her new novel,...
8 Dec 2022
What Matters Now
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Parents need to give themselves a break, says self-help writer
7 Dec 2022
Carla Naumburg, a clinical social worker, discusses her new book on self-compassion for parents, emphasizing the need to acknowledge the challenges of parent...
7 Dec 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Tasting Neon
6 Dec 2022
Noam Blum, chief technology officer of Tablet Magazine, discusses the Georgia Senate runoff election, clout-chasing on Twitter, and the comparative threat of...
6 Dec 2022
Call Me Back
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Unrest in China — with Matt Pottinger
5 Dec 2022
Matt Pottinger returns to "Call Me Back" to discuss recent civil unrest in China stemming from Xi Jinping's restrictive zero COVID policies and political cen...
5 Dec 2022
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Embracing the Jewish Intellectual Tradition
2 Dec 2022
The article highlights Michael Twitty's book *Koshersoul*, which emphasizes his embrace of Judaism's intellectual tradition as a continual process of learnin...
2 Dec 2022
Sources
Reclaiming <em>Mamlakhtiyut:</em> The Road to an Inclusive Israeli Identity
2 Dec 2022
The article discusses the concept of reclaiming "Mamlakhtiyut," or a collective national civic identity in Israel that is inclusive of all its citizens, not ...
2 Dec 2022
Promised Podcast
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The “Can’t Spell ‘Minister Ben Gvir’ Without ‘Bite Me’” Edition
1 Dec 2022
In this discussion by Noah Efron and Linda Gradstein, they focus on the controversial appointment of Aryeh Deri as a minister despite his past tax evasion ad...
1 Dec 2022
Unorthodox
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Tough Talkers: Ep. 340
1 Dec 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, MSNBC anchor Katy Tur discusses her memoir "Rough Draft," sharing insights on covering the Trump campaign, her Jewish identity...
1 Dec 2022
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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Lawrence, Florence, Shoreview: The Lawrence Morgenstern Shiva
30 Nov 2022
In a recent podcast episode of NTKR, Lawrence Morgenstern, a beloved stand-up comic who recently passed away, is fondly remembered by his longtime partner Ro...
30 Nov 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Are the Authoritarians Losing It?
28 Nov 2022
In a discussion on a podcast, James B. Meigs, a Tech Commentary columnist, delves into the protests in China in relation to the Chinese government's handling...
28 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Bonus: A Conversation with Tablet’s Editor in Chief Alana Newhouse
25 Nov 2022
In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, Tablet's editor-in-chief, Alana Newhouse, discusses her recent piece which proposes a new perspective on the societal di...
25 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Truly Thankful: Ep. 339
24 Nov 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts reveal the winners of their fundraiser mystery boxes and dive into conversations on Jewish comfort food. Culinary hi...
24 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'All in this together' or 'Every man for himself'? Donniel Hartman on the future of Diaspora-Israeli relations
23 Nov 2022
Rabbi Donniel Hartman discusses the future of Israeli democracy and its implications for Diaspora-Israeli relations in light of the recent Israeli elections....
23 Nov 2022
What Matters Now
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Israelis love these natural popsicles -- all year round
23 Nov 2022
Chef Nomi Zysblat shares her journey of creating Paletas, a Tel Aviv-based company crafting natural popsicles with local, seasonal ingredients inspired by Me...
23 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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This new Canadian podcast examines why Hasidic Jews leave their communities to go 'off the derech'
21 Nov 2022
Naomi Seidman, who left her ultra-Orthodox upbringing, discusses her new podcast, "Heretic in the House," which explores the true lives of people who have go...
21 Nov 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Custodian of the House
18 Nov 2022
The text discusses Nancy Pelosi's potential legacy as a savvy political operator or an obstacle to progressive initiatives. It also touches on the impact of ...
18 Nov 2022
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Special Guest Malcolm Gladwell
18 Nov 2022
Malcolm Gladwell, a prominent figure known for his in-depth explorations of human behavior and historical events, joins the hosts of Unholy for a conversatio...
18 Nov 2022
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Old Jewish men offer President Biden advice on his 80th birthday
17 Nov 2022
On President Joe Biden's 80th birthday, several Jewish contemporaries offer their life advice and insights. Tom Freudenheim, an 85-year-old retired museum ad...
17 Nov 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#114 Jewish History & Jewish Historians
17 Nov 2022
This episode discusses the challenges in understanding Jewish history, particularly focusing on the role of Jewish historians. It notes that early Jewish his...
17 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Author Dara Horn on the rise in antisemitism, and why Holocaust museums and Holocaust education won’t stop it
17 Nov 2022
Author Dara Horn discusses the persistence of antisemitism and critiques traditional approaches such as Holocaust museums and education, advocating instead f...
17 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Building Bridges: Ep. 338
17 Nov 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, actor Eric Ladin shares insights from his Jewish upbringing, and interfaith leader Eboo Patel discusses the intricacies of int...
17 Nov 2022
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Dave Chappelle didn’t say the harshest things about Jews last week — this comedian did
16 Nov 2022
The article reflects on comedian Ari Shaffir’s controversial stand-up special "Jew," comparing it to Dave Chappelle's recent monologue on "Saturday Night Liv...
16 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Canadian kids are getting sick at record levels. This expert isn't sure when it will end
16 Nov 2022
In this episode, Dr. Kevin Schwartz discusses the severe health crisis facing Canadian children amid a surge in cases of RSV, flu, and COVID-19, with hospita...
16 Nov 2022
Jewish History Nerds
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Trailer: Jewish History Nerds
15 Nov 2022
"Jewish History Nerds" is a podcast where hosts Yael and Schwab delve into lesser-known aspects of Jewish history, debunking the idea that history is boring....
15 Nov 2022
Bonjour Chai
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I'll Read What She's Reading
11 Nov 2022
With winter holidays approaching, the podcast delves into the phenomenon of Jewish romance novels, exploring their popularity among both Jewish and non-Jewis...
11 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Spirited Debate: Ep. 337
10 Nov 2022
This episode of Unorthodox features feminist icon Letty Cottin Pogrebin, who discusses her Jewish identity and experiences within the feminist movement. The ...
10 Nov 2022
What Matters Now
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Israeli pop star songwriter brings his own message to latest single
9 Nov 2022
Eytan Peled, an Israeli singer-songwriter, discusses his journey from writing viral hits in Hebrew and English to incorporating Arabic into his music, with t...
9 Nov 2022
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Ryan Turell makes basketball history in pro debut: The first Orthodox Jewish player on the court
8 Nov 2022
Ryan Turell made history by debuting as the first Orthodox Jewish player in the NBA G League with the Motor City Cruise, a minor-league team affiliated with ...
8 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Canada’s expecting 76,000 refugees in 2023. Meet the woman furnishing hundreds of their homes for free
7 Nov 2022
In this episode of The CJN Daily, Susie Shore Sauve discusses her volunteer initiative, From House to Home Ottawa, which furnishes homes for refugees in Cana...
7 Nov 2022
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Ryan Turell's pro debut is Friday night. Here's his Shabbat game plan.
4 Nov 2022
Ryan Turell, a former star player at Yeshiva University and now a professional basketball player for the NBA G League's Motor City Cruise, will face his firs...
4 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Generally Assembling: Ep. 336
3 Nov 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts interview three guests addressing diverse topics impacting Jewish communities. Eric Fingerhut, President of Jewish F...
3 Nov 2022
For Heaven's Sake
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Israeli Election: The Aftermath
2 Nov 2022
In the wake of the 2022 Israeli election, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the implications of the right-wing electoral victory led by Netanyah...
2 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Scenes from El Al's last flight out of Canada
1 Nov 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily covers the end of El Al's direct flights from Canada to Israel, with personal stories from passengers and reflections on the im...
1 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Halloween bonus
31 Oct 2022
In this Halloween-themed episode of Unorthodox, Liel considers how Jews can engage with Halloween by analyzing horror films and their connections to Jewish v...
31 Oct 2022
Unorthodox
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Around the Table: Ep. 335
27 Oct 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, Phil Rosenthal discusses the latest season of his food travel show, Somebody Feed Phil, including a tribute to his parents and...
27 Oct 2022
What Matters Now
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'Stranger Things' music editor discusses journey from Russia to Hollywood
26 Oct 2022
Lena Glikson, a prominent Jewish music editor, shares her remarkable journey from Russia to Hollywood, highlighting her role in the Emmy-winning series "Stra...
26 Oct 2022
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Has Leonard Cohen’s most Jewish song become a ‘Hallelujah’ for darker times?
26 Oct 2022
Leonard Cohen's song "You Want It Darker" has emerged as a powerful anthem for unsettling times, resonating in various media for its dark, introspective tone...
26 Oct 2022
Israel Policy Pod
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Will Arab Voters Decide the Israeli Election?
19 Oct 2022
Mohammad Darawshe discusses the crucial role of Arab-Israeli voters in the upcoming Israeli election, highlighting their potential to affect the outcome betw...
19 Oct 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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It All Began With Obama
19 Oct 2022
Former President Barack Obama has resurfaced to criticize Democrats for being pessimistic as they face challenges, but he is also seen as a factor in the par...
19 Oct 2022
Unorthodox
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Raising the Roof: Ep. 334
13 Oct 2022
This episode of Unorthodox features an engaging mix of Jewish and cultural stories, including insights from Michael Aloni on his new film 'Plan A' and Mordec...
13 Oct 2022
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Behind the swankiest new hotel on the Lower East Side, a swanky Jewish history
7 Oct 2022
The Lower East Side's Jarmulowsky Bank building has been transformed into Nine Orchard, a luxurious hotel that contrasts sharply with the area's historical i...
7 Oct 2022
Unorthodox
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Presenting - The Franchise: Jews, Sports and America
7 Oct 2022
This episode introduces 'The Franchise,' a new podcast series exploring the intertwining of Jewish culture and American sports, beginning with Sandy Koufax's...
7 Oct 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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After Yom Kippur, one author is asking: Can we actually make Heaven on Earth?
6 Oct 2022
Martin Rutte discusses his Project Heaven on Earth, which aims to apply the Jewish concept of tikkun olam beyond traditional religious settings, fostering gl...
6 Oct 2022
Unorthodox
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Absolute Citron: Ep. 333
6 Oct 2022
This episode delves into the multifaceted cultural and historical significance of the etrog, a key element of the Sukkot holiday, through interviews with exp...
6 Oct 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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QR codes on tombstones? For Yom Kippur we look at the future trends in the death business including tech
4 Oct 2022
This episode explores how technology, such as QR codes on tombstones, is transforming Jewish funeral traditions, as well as the growing trend of green burial...
4 Oct 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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In 1973, a record 10 boys celebrated their b'nai mitzvah in Oshawa. Now a docuseries has tracked them down to share their stories
3 Oct 2022
The CJN Daily episode delves into the story of "Tracking the Ten," a docuseries recounting the journey of ten Jewish boys who celebrated their b'nai mitzvah ...
3 Oct 2022
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‘He sounds like a child’: What Trump really thought of Kushner, and more highlights from Maggie Haberman’s new book
3 Oct 2022
Maggie Haberman's new book "Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America" provides a candid look into Donald Trump's presidency, re...
3 Oct 2022