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Israel Policy Pod headphones The Ins and Outs of Gaza 2 Aug 2018
Evan Gottesman speaks with Tania Hary about the complex history and current realities of restrictions on movement and access in Gaza since the 2005 Israeli d...
2 Aug 2018
Tablet Race Quotas and Class Privilege at Harvard 1 Aug 2018
The article discusses the academic achievements of Asian-American students at schools like Harvard, attributing their success to their work ethic and dedicat...
1 Aug 2018
Tablet A Tart Taste of Summer 31 Jul 2018
The text discusses the joy of cooking and eating rhubarb during summer, particularly focusing on a rhubarb tart popular in Jewish homes in France and Alsace....
31 Jul 2018
Forward How Mike Reiss Converted ‘The Simpsons’ To Judaism 27 Jul 2018
Mike Reiss, a longtime writer for The Simpsons, shares insights into his humor, experiences, and career in a new memoir. Raised in a largely non-Jewish town,...
27 Jul 2018
Tablet Cardi B, Feminist 27 Jul 2018
The text briefly mentions Cardi B being seen as a feminist. It also encourages supporting Jewish journalism that is characterized as sane, honest, and unflin...
27 Jul 2018
Unorthodox headphones The JAP Show–Live: Ep. 144 26 Jul 2018
In episode 144 of The JAP ShowLive, a discussion was held at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan about the Jewish American Princess (JAP) stereotype, featurin...
26 Jul 2018
Unorthodox headphones The JAP Show–Live: Ep. 144 26 Jul 2018
In this lively episode recorded live at the JCC Manhattan, Mark Oppenheimer, Stephanie Butnick, and Liel Leibowitz explore the controversial "Jewish American...
26 Jul 2018
Israel Policy Pod headphones Birthright and the Nation-State Law 20 Jul 2018
The episode delves into the implications of Israel's nation-state law, discussing its impact on the balance between Israel’s identity as a Jewish and democra...
20 Jul 2018
Unorthodox headphones The One With the Mitzvah Tank: Ep. 143 12 Jul 2018
In episode 143 of "The One With the Mitzvah Tank," the hosts explore encounters with Chabad Hasidic men in Manhattan who ask strangers if they are Jewish and...
12 Jul 2018
Unorthodox headphones The One With the Mitzvah Tank: Ep. 143 12 Jul 2018
In this engaging episode of Unorthodox, the hosts dive into the unique outreach efforts of Chabad in New York City, including on-the-street interactions to e...
12 Jul 2018
Tablet How Spider-Man’s Non-Jewish Co-Creator Helped Me Rediscover My Faith 10 Jul 2018
The writer reflects on how discovering the Jewish background of comic creators such as Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, and Stan Lee helped him embrace his heritag...
10 Jul 2018
Unorthodox headphones Jews Across America: Ep. 142 4 Jul 2018
Episode 142 of "Jews Across America" discusses the diverse Jewish experiences in various American regions. Topics include the history of Jews in the South, a...
4 Jul 2018
Unorthodox headphones Jews Across America: Ep. 142 4 Jul 2018
This episode honors July 4th by exploring the diverse tapestry of American Jewish life, extending beyond traditional urban centers like New York. It features...
4 Jul 2018
Forward Elton John And Shaina Taub To Create ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Musical 2 Jul 2018
Shaina Taub, a Jewish lyricist known for her work in theater, has been selected to write lyrics for the Broadway musical adaptation of "The Devil Wears Prada...
2 Jul 2018
Tablet Our Fourth of July Seder 2 Jul 2018
This article discusses the concept of a July 4th seder, an adaptation of the traditional Passover seder to celebrate American Independence Day. Inspired by b...
2 Jul 2018
Promised Podcast headphones The “Put Away for Take Away?” Edition 28 Jun 2018
In the podcast episode "The Put Away for Take Away? Edition," Haaretz's Charlotte Halle, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss three main topics of s...
28 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones Losing It: Ep. 141 28 Jun 2018
This episode of Unorthodox explores the resurgence of Jewish life in Krakow with Jonathan Ornstein, director of the JCC Krakow, amidst Poland's complex histo...
28 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones Losing It: Ep. 141 28 Jun 2018
This episode of Unorthodox features three special guests: Jonathan Ornstein, executive director of JCC Krakow; Gabi Birkner and Rebecca Soffer of Modern Loss...
28 Jun 2018
Promised Podcast headphones WhyWhyWhy! “Talkin' 'bout a Revolution!” 26 Jun 2018
The episode of WhyWhyWhy! titled "Talkin' 'bout a Revolution" features stories by various speakers on this theme such as Judah Ari Gross and Margot Saffer. T...
26 Jun 2018
Promised Podcast headphones WhyWhyWhy! “Talkin' 'bout a Revolution!” 26 Jun 2018
The episode of WhyWhyWhy! focuses on the theme of "Talkin' 'bout a Revolution" with stories by various speakers. The upcoming live event on July 23rd will ce...
26 Jun 2018
Tablet Introducing Tablet Books 26 Jun 2018
Tablet has partnered with Artisan to release a series of books, including "The 100 Most Jewish Foods" featuring recipes, "The Unorthodox Haggadah" edited by ...
26 Jun 2018
Tablet The Superstitious Pregnancy in the Age of Social Media 25 Jun 2018
The text discusses the intersection of pregnancy, social media, and superstition within a Syrian-Egyptian Jewish community in Brooklyn. The author reflects o...
25 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones Roots and Boots: Ep. 140 21 Jun 2018
The episode of Unorthodox featured a discussion with food historian Michael Twitty, who won James Beard Awards for his book on African American culinary hist...
21 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones Roots and Boots: Ep. 140 21 Jun 2018
This Unorthodox episode delves into the intersections of food culture and identity, featuring Michael Twitty, an award-winning author who explores African Am...
21 Jun 2018
Tablet Seeing God at the Skirball Center 20 Jun 2018
The text explores the author's encounters with the divine, often through psychedelic experiences, questioning the relationship between man and God in Judaism...
20 Jun 2018
Tablet When It Comes to Food, L.A. Is Tel Aviv on the Pacific 20 Jun 2018
Israeli and Middle Eastern cuisine is gaining popularity in Los Angeles, with restaurants like Bavel leading the trend by offering creative dishes inspired b...
20 Jun 2018
Jewish Review of Books Says Who? 17 Jun 2018
In this reflection, the author discusses his experience working for a Jewish organization and delves into the sociological theories of Peter Berger, particul...
17 Jun 2018
Jewish Review of Books In the Melting Pot 16 Jun 2018
Israel Zangwill's play "The Melting Pot" presented America as a melting pot where immigrants of various backgrounds come together and assimilate, celebrated ...
16 Jun 2018
Jewish Review of Books A Book and a Sword in the Vilna Ghetto 16 Jun 2018
During the Holocaust in the Vilna Ghetto, Jewish inmates faced intense scrutiny at the ghetto gate, with some risking their lives to smuggle various contraba...
16 Jun 2018
Jewish Review of Books Dress British, Think Yiddish 16 Jun 2018
Stanley Kubrick, a Jewish director from New York, infused his films with Jewish themes and sensibilities despite a facade of seeming Gentile. He explored Hol...
16 Jun 2018
Tablet Jewelry for Food-Loving Jews 15 Jun 2018
The author reflects on the sentimental value of kasha varnishkes, a traditional Jewish dish, and the idea of wearing food-themed jewelry in honor of cherishe...
15 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones Kung Fu Naches: Ep. 139 14 Jun 2018
In this episode of Unorthodox, Rabbi Mike Moskowitz discusses his role in fostering inclusivity for trans and queer Jews within Orthodox Judaism, while Matth...
14 Jun 2018
Jewish Review of Books Michael Chabon’s Sacred and Profane Cliché Machine 13 Jun 2018
In his controversial commencement speech at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Los Angeles, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Michael Cha...
13 Jun 2018
Jewish Action Does the Shidduch System Need an Upgrade? 12 Jun 2018
The article discusses the challenges faced by young Jewish individuals within the Orthodox community in navigating the shidduch system, highlighting the stru...
12 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones People of the Book: Ep. 138 7 Jun 2018
In episode 138 of People of the Book, Israeli-born writer Ruby Namdar discusses his novel "The Ruined House," exploring themes of madness through the charact...
7 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones People of the Book: Ep. 138 7 Jun 2018
In this episode, the hosts introduce the podcast's first book club discussion featuring Israeli-born writer Ruby Namdar and his acclaimed book, "The Ruined H...
7 Jun 2018
Tablet Growing Up With Kate Spade 6 Jun 2018
Kate Spade, the iconic designer known for her chic and colorful handbags, passed away at 55 in an apparent suicide, leaving a profound impact on those who gr...
6 Jun 2018
Unorthodox headphones A Philip Roth Bonus Minisode 5 Jun 2018
This episode of Unorthodox features a discussion about the literary legacy and complex Jewish identity of the late Philip Roth, exploring his influence on bo...
5 Jun 2018
Tablet The Shocking Truth About Jordan Peterson 29 May 2018
Jordan Peterson, a controversial Canadian psychology professor turned YouTube sensation, is depicted as a polarizing figure facing scrutiny and criticism in ...
29 May 2018
Jewish Review of Books Remembering Philip Roth 23 May 2018
The article discusses the legacy of the Jewish American author Philip Roth. It explores Roth's impact on American literature, his themes of Jewish identity a...
23 May 2018
Tablet God and America and Philip Roth 23 May 2018
Philip Roth, known as the most secular of the late 20th-century American literary giants alongside Updike and Bellow, initially showed little interest in met...
23 May 2018
Tablet How Philip Roth Made a Jewish American Writer of Me 23 May 2018
This article reflects on the transformative impact of Philip Roth on the author's identity as a Jewish American writer. Coming from a Jerusalem upbringing wh...
23 May 2018
Promised Podcast headphones Why why why! “Chutzpah” 22 May 2018
The episode of "Why why why!" discussed the theme of Chutzpah through stories from various individuals. The next event on June 4th will focus on the theme of...
22 May 2018
Promised Podcast headphones Why why why! “Chutzpah” 22 May 2018
The episode of "Why why why!" discussed stories about Chutzpah from various speakers like Gwen Dreilinger, Mel Lidman, Alon Tal, Chavi Karkowsky, Judy Maltz,...
22 May 2018
Tablet The Genesis Plays Bring Biblical Heroes and Contemporary Issues to Stage 14 May 2018
The Genesis Plays, a festival of five plays by the In[heir]itance Project at the 14th Street Y in Manhattan, reimagines Biblical characters and themes in a c...
14 May 2018
Tablet Lessons From the Mother of a Kidnapped Soldier 11 May 2018
The text discusses the author's experience of motherhood in Israel, influenced by Aviva Shalit, whose son Gilad was kidnapped. Aviva's initial reluctance to ...
11 May 2018
Unorthodox headphones Motherhood, Burgers, and Bacon: Ep. 135 10 May 2018
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore themes of motherhood and community through conversations with diverse guests including Peninah Lamm Kaplansk...
10 May 2018
Unorthodox headphones Checks and Balances: Ep. 134 3 May 2018
This episode of Unorthodox features discussions with Sen. Joe Lieberman on his book about the Omer, Skylar Inman on her podcast addressing the Israeli-Palest...
3 May 2018
Tablet Adam Sandler’s New Role Is His Most Daring Yet: Working Class Jew 3 May 2018
In the film "The Week Of," Adam Sandler takes on the role of Kenny Lustig, a struggling working-class Jewish father preparing for his daughter's interfaith w...
3 May 2018
Unorthodox headphones Knocked Out: Ep. 133 26 Apr 2018
This episode of Unorthodox discusses Natalie Portman's decision not to accept the Genesis Prize amidst Israeli political tensions, along with an insightful c...
26 Apr 2018