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In "Spider-Man: Far From Home," Peter Parker travels to Prague where his superhero duties clash with his desire for a normal life, drawing parallels to Kafka...

This episode of Unorthodox highlights the diverse and vibrant nature of Jewish life across America, featuring stories from unique Jewish communities and indi...

Hunter Biden, son of former Vice President Joe Biden, married Melissa Cohen, a South African Jewish activist, in May 2019 after a quick courtship. Cohen, an ...

Jules Feiffer's work titled '4th of July' likely explores themes relating to American culture, national identity, or historical perspectives through the lens...

The text discusses the experience of loving and losing an addict, portraying the emotional journey of the narrator whose partner struggled with addiction and...

Shane Baker, a theater director, shares his unique journey into Yiddish theater and his mission to rejuvenate this historic artistic form in the city. Suppor...

Shane Baker, a theater director and creator, shares his journey into Yiddish theater and his mission to revitalize this historic artistic tradition in the ci...

In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, Mark Oppenheimer discusses Trump's complex relationship with Jewish people on Slate's Trumpcast. He explores the nuances...

Jessica Stockholder's unique artistry is highlighted through her unconventional assembly of materials, drawing inspiration from junk and everyday objects to ...

Morris Freedman's 1954 exploration of Ramah, a Jewish summer camp emphasizing Hebrew immersion, reveals a postwar Jewish cultural phenomenon that sought to h...

In the digital age of Frum dating, various online platforms such as JSwipe, JWed, and Forj have emerged to help Orthodox Jewish singles meet and potentially ...

The text discusses the importance of sensitivity and empathy towards individuals facing challenges, such as infertility, job loss, or being single. It highli...

The latest episode of Running the Stage features two Jewish guests: Matthew Futterman, deputy sports editor at the New York Times and marathoner, discusses t...

This episode of Unorthodox primarily features discussions on athleticism and performance in two distinct cultural areas: running and theatre. Matthew Futterm...

Philip Roth's novel "Portnoy's Complaint" celebrates its 50th anniversary, unveiling a tale of Alexander Portnoy, a Jewish man grappling with his identity an...

Boysie Dikobe, a 28-year-old dancer with Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, is on a journey towards Judaism, with an official Conservative conversion pla...

This episode of Unorthodox highlights unique perspectives on fatherhood through conversations with Violet Ramis Stiel and Matt Schneider. Violet shares insig...

In episode 185 of Who You Gonna Call, the focus is on celebrating father figures. Jewish guest Violet Ramis Stiel shares insights from her memoir "Ghostbuste...

This episode explores the political dynamics in Israel surrounding religious pluralism and how they may impact the upcoming Knesset elections. With a focus o...

This episode of Unorthodox features powerful stories of individuals who have chosen to convert to Judaism, alongside discussions about the significance of co...

Stephanie Halpern and Leo Greenbaum from the YIVO archives discuss the institute's role in safeguarding Jewish history through 23 million historical items. Y...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts delve into the vibrant Jewish cultural scene, highlighting the Yiddish production of Fiddler on the Roof and the int...

In this episode, Judith Viorst discusses her new poetry collection that explores the humorous aspects of growing older, while Edward Lee examines America's c...

This piece, though lacking extensive detail, suggests an artistic and potentially metaphorical exploration of how liberal perspectives and values may interco...

In "Moses and Hellenism," Bernd Witte presents a provocative historical and cultural argument that explores the intertwining of Greek and Jewish cultures in ...

In this episode, hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz discuss Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's problematic bid for legal immunity amidst opposition ...

This episode of Unorthodox features journalist Matti Friedman discussing his book "Spies of No Country," which tells the story of Mizrahi Jews who became und...

Drakeo the Ruler, a prominent West Coast rap artist, is currently in prison awaiting trial on serious charges. He describes harsh conditions in the prison, i...

This Mother's Day special episode of Unorthodox features Catherine Reitman discussing her Netflix show Workin' Moms and its inspiration drawn from her own ex...

In "Who Lost Russia?" the author Masha Gessen explores the reasons behind Russia's path after communism, shedding light on the country's direction. Gessen's ...

A recent study comparing Canadian Jews to their American counterparts reveals that Canadian Jews are thriving due to lower intermarriage rates, higher partic...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss various topics including dramatizing the Holocaust on Instagram, the impact of a supermarket cha...

This episode of Unorthodox features interviews with fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff and author Moriel Rothman-Zecher, who discuss their personal and profess...

Dr. Shay Rabineau, a professor of Israel Studies, explores the connection between hiking and nation-building in Israel in his upcoming book. He delves into t...

Rabbi Yehudah Ha-Levi's poem "Yom Le-Yabasha" is a significant piece of medieval Hebrew poetry, particularly relevant for the seventh day of Pesah. This poet...

The podcast "Unorthodox Presents: Israel Story: Wither Thou Goest" features a Ruth-themed episode from their sister podcast, Israel Story, during Passover. T...

This episode of 'Israel Story', shared on the 'Unorthodox' podcast, focuses on the theme of Ruth from the Bible, exploring modern stories of women who embody...

The article "Macaroon Em, E Pluribus Unem" seems to use a clever turn of phrase, possibly analogous to "e pluribus unum," the phrase commonly associated with...

Contemporary Jewish poet Yehoshua November explores the connection between poetry, mysticism, and intimacy, delving into the symbolism of The Song of Songs a...

Dr. Jonathan Karp explores the intersection of Jewish-American and African-American cultural, economic, and intellectual histories, highlighting the connecti...

In a special Passover episode, Unorthodox delves into unique Jewish traditions and stories, featuring culinary insights from New York Times food writer Melis...

Susan Weingarten's book "Haroset: A Taste of Jewish History" delves into the significance of haroset, a staple food of the Passover Seder, by exploring its h...

Peter S. Beagle, a celebrated American Jewish writer turning 80, is renowned for the fantasy classic "The Last Unicorn." While Beagle initially didn't intend...

This episode delves into the stories and myths surrounding Jewish last names, particularly focusing on the often-told tale of names being changed at Ellis Is...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore Jewish last names and share stories of name changes from both hosts and listeners. Noah Levinson delves into...

The podcast "Menschwarmers" hosted by Gabe Pulver and Jamie Hirsh humorously debates controversial topics like slicing bagels St. Louis-style and the convers...

Wallace Berman, a lesser-known yet influential figure in the Beat movement, was a radical collage artist who integrated Hebrew letters into his work without ...

This episode of Unorthodox features conversations with psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb, author of "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone," who discusses the therape...

"Menschwarmers" is a new podcast introduced by The CJN Podcast Network, hosted by Jamie Hirsh and Gabe Pulver, edited by Alex Rose, and supervised by Michael...

In episode 175 of Unorthodox, the hosts feature David Rossmer and Steve Rosen, co-writers and co-stars of the Off-Broadway play The Other Josh Cohen, sharing...