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The traditional Jewish matchmaker role, embodied by Fiddler on the Roof's Yente, has evolved into communal crowdsourced matchmaking in the digital age, parti...

This episode of Unorthodox features excerpts from two new podcasts, "Take One" by Liel Leibovitz and "Anxiously" by Aimee Friedman and Lisa Sandell. The epis...

The podcast crew discusses the lackluster commercials at a recent Super Bowl and questions if we can still find enjoyment amidst ongoing public health restri...

This episode of Unorthodox features conversations with actor Ed Asner and author Cambria Gordon, exploring themes from Torah rescue during WWII and secret Je...

The Menschwarmers return after a ten-month hiatus, featuring Jody Avirgan, and delve into a wide array of topics including the revival of The Canadian Jewish...

The COMMENTARY Podcast discusses the political and cultural significance of the Gamestop stock phenomenon, highlighting the unusual events surrounding its su...

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss a New York Times columnist's assertion of feeling emotionally trapped since the 2016 election and explore ways to ...

This episode, recorded live from Beth Sholom Congregation, features an engaging conversation with Jamie and Brian Stelter about their experiences broadcastin...

This episode explores the anti-Semitic roots of conspiracy theories, with a focus on the QAnon phenomenon, through an insightful discussion with researcher M...

In this episode, Unorthodox delves into the struggles artists face today in an era dominated by big tech with William Deresiewicz, author of "The Death of th...

Carla Collins, a multi-talented comedian, writer, dancer, and yogi, discusses the importance of humor, deep breathing, and meditation on the podcast "Not Tha...

The article by PJ Grisar discusses Donald Trump's limited use of Yiddish, particularly focusing on his preference for vulgar and phallocentric terms such as ...

The podcast discusses current events at the beginning of 2021, including Trump's controversial phone call, Cuomo's handling of COVID-19, and the prevalence o...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into the juxtaposition of Christmas and the Jewish fast day Asara B'Tevet, featuring interviews with writer Merrill Markoe ...

In a discussion series pondering if New York City is declining, the focus of this episode is on Broadway, which halted its live theater performances on March...

Eli Lake discusses his essay "Guilty and Framed" on a podcast, addressing the issue of so-called COVID fundamentalists and questioning why certain doctors an...

Hallmark's attempt at creating Hanukkah-themed movies reveals a complex relationship between Jewish and Christian holiday narratives. The movies like "Double...

This episode is a festive exploration of Hanukkah culture, including Jewish contributions to Christmas music and the perennial debate over holiday pronunciat...

Andrew Ferguson discusses the impact of lockdown culture on small businesses, the claims of the election being "stolen" from Donald Trump, and why the story ...

The podcast discusses the possibility of society dividing along vaccinated and non-vaccinated lines in the future, raising concerns about the implications of...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Colorado Governor Jared Polis discusses his Jewish upbringing, his political priorities, and the balance between his Jewish an...

In Zhanna Slor's defense of Ron Howard's film adaptation of "Hillbilly Elegy," she explores how the film resonates with Jewish themes, particularly the impor...

In a podcast discussion, the topic of elite condescension and credentialism is highlighted, focusing on how the elite often believe they know best in advisin...

This episode focuses on the heartwarming story of Aaron Hartman, a Jewish man with Williams Syndrome who received a unique birthday gift during the pandemic,...

In a pre-Thanksgiving podcast episode, the discussion touches on the new CDC guidance on quarantining and a surprising statement made by Barack Obama about L...

Adam Grant, a professor of organizational psychology at Wharton, discusses the implications of remote work with Dan, focusing on the benefits that may persis...

In this episode of Unorthodox, comedian Gilbert Gottfried discusses the importance of comedy in tough times, sharing stories from his podcast and a humorous ...

Skyler Williams, a prominent figure on Mohawk land, has emerged as a leading voice of resistance. The focus is on fostering unity and connection between the ...

Derek Thompson from The Atlantic discusses the shift towards remote work caused by the global pandemic and its potential long-term implications on the Americ...

In this episode, the hosts of Unorthodox discuss the legacy of Lord Rabbi Jonathan Sacks and interview celebrity chef Tom Colicchio about his connections to ...

Joe Biden, the current presidential candidate, is notable for having Jewish relatives through his children's marriages. Hunter Biden, his son, first married ...

The article discusses how the recent election challenged the notion that race is the primary factor determining political beliefs and voting patterns. It hig...

The text discusses amusing anecdotes from past Republican election campaigns, as shared by Daniel Casse, a seasoned Republican campaign operative, on the Ele...

This episode of Unorthodox explores Jewish topics from the perspective of Jewish voices like Eve Barlow, who discusses rising antisemitism in America, and no...

In this episode of Unorthodox, comedian Judy Gold discusses her new book about the importance of humor in difficult times, while Congresswoman Katie Porter t...

This episode of Unorthodox features actor Michael Ian Black discussing his book on masculinity and Kylie Unell, a Ph.D. student, exploring Jewish identity. T...

The article reports on the aftermath of the beheading of French schoolteacher Samuel Paty in a Paris suburb, a crime tied to his lesson on freedom of speech ...

In this discussion led by Times of Israel Ops & Blogs Editor Miriam Herschlag, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron, the topics covered include the Israeli governme...

This episode of Unorthodox features actress and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik discussing her journey into observant Judaism, her passion for Jewish music and c...

This podcast episode explores the potential impacts of the 2020 U.S. presidential election on the relationship between Israel and the Jewish Diaspora, with i...

This episode of Unorthodox explores Jewish traditions and pressing contemporary issues with the help of various guests. Roberta Kwall discusses how lesser-kn...

The text discusses Paul Saltzman's unique life journey, where he shares how after a difficult encounter with his father, he sought guidance from his soul, we...

The text reflects on how the president's diagnosis with an illness has disrupted the perceived unreality of his presidency, bringing focus to the tangible im...

This brief update episode from Unorthodox shares exciting announcements including a virtual live show featuring Mayim Bialik, an ongoing fundraising drive, a...

In this podcast episode, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron cover the topics of Israel's dilemma in prioritizing ventilator use for Covid p...

The Apple TV+ series "Tehran" explores the complex identity struggles of Tamar Rabinyan, a Mossad agent caught between her Israeli citizenship and Iranian he...

In this Yom Kippur-themed episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore themes of apology and reconciliation across political and religious divides through divers...

The Biden campaign is focused on targeting key demographics for victory, but faces challenges due to preconceptions within his party. Additionally, there is ...

In a podcast episode substituting Noah Rothman with Fox News political editor Chris Stirewalt, the main topic of discussion revolves around whether anything ...

Zane Caplansky, known for his deli expertise, brings a festive touch to a Rosh Hashanah episode of Not That Kind Of Rabbi, discussing smoked meat, boutique m...