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We Are Family: Ep. 105
14 Sep 2017
This episode of Unorthodox delves into diverse Jewish and broader cultural themes, exploring personal narratives of identity and belonging. Featured discussi...
14 Sep 2017
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Paul Auster Snags Spot On Man Booker Prize Shortlist
13 Sep 2017
Paul Auster's novel "4 3 2 1" has been selected as a finalist for the 2017 Man Booker Prize, alongside works by authors such as Mohsin Hamid and Ali Smith, a...
13 Sep 2017
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My Big Fat Jewish Wedding: Ep. 103
31 Aug 2017
This episode of Unorthodox delves into everything related to Jewish weddings, featuring insights from author Anita Diamant, filmmaker Roberta Grossman, Rabbi...
31 Aug 2017
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My Big Fat Jewish Wedding: Ep. 103
31 Aug 2017
In episode 103 of "My Big Fat Jewish Wedding," the podcast explores various aspects of Jewish weddings, featuring author Anita Diamant discussing her guide t...
31 Aug 2017
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Gidget Tells All
31 Aug 2017
Kathy Zuckerman, known as Gidget, worked as an Ambassador of Aloha at a Hawaiian-themed restaurant in Malibu, embodying the beachy, tropical vibe reminiscent...
31 Aug 2017
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A Cookie Filled With Sweetness—and Family History
28 Aug 2017
This article recounts the special connection the author's mother, Pearl, had with her Aunt Eva's cookies, a family recipe passed down through generations. Au...
28 Aug 2017
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Birthright for WASPs?: Ep. 102
24 Aug 2017
Linguist Sarah Bunin Benor discusses the linguistic 'tells' of Orthodox Jews in the podcast episode, highlighting how they may code switch based on their aud...
24 Aug 2017
Unorthodox
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Birthright for WASPs?: Ep. 102
24 Aug 2017
This episode of Unorthodox features a conversation with linguist Sarah Bunin Benor on the unique elements of Orthodox Jewish language and the nuances of ling...
24 Aug 2017
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A Plea: Jewish Parents, Save Us From The Solar Eclipse
21 Aug 2017
The author, Jenny Singer, urges Jewish parents to protect their families from the potential harm of viewing solar eclipses despite the current popular trend....
21 Aug 2017
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Mitzvah Merchants and their Made-in-America Toys
17 Aug 2017
The kosher toy industry, exemplified by stores like Wise Buys and Double Play Toys, caters to the Orthodox community seeking toys that reflect their religiou...
17 Aug 2017
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The Dating Option: Ep. 101
17 Aug 2017
This episode of 'Unorthodox' features a variety of discussions, including an exploration of the Modern Orthodox dating scene through the popular web series '...
17 Aug 2017
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The Dating Option: Ep. 101
17 Aug 2017
The Unorthodox podcast's episode 101 features Leah Gottfried, Jessica Schechter, and Danny Hoffman, creators of 'Soon By You,' a popular web series portrayin...
17 Aug 2017
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WATCH: Learn How To Make 2 Perfect Beet Salads (In Yiddish!)
10 Aug 2017
A video by the Yiddish team, supported by The Max and Anna Levinson Foundation, showcases how to create two beet salads - one sweet and one spicy. Despite th...
10 Aug 2017
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The Big 100
10 Aug 2017
In this milestone episode, the hosts of the Unorthodox podcast look back at their journey, discussing how creating the show has impacted them personally and ...
10 Aug 2017
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The Big 100
10 Aug 2017
Unorthodox, a podcast celebrating its two-year anniversary and 100 episodes, launches a fundraising campaign offering various gifts to supporters. In a speci...
10 Aug 2017
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Lobster Out, Lox In: Portland, Maine is Having a Jewish Food Moment
9 Aug 2017
Portland, Maine is experiencing a resurgence in Jewish food with the emergence of delis and bakeries like Rose Foods, Union Bagel, and Ten Ten Pi offering tr...
9 Aug 2017
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The Summer of Love and the Wrath of Cheetah
7 Aug 2017
The text discusses the Summer of Love in San Francisco 50 years ago, with a focus on the author's experiences in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood as a young m...
7 Aug 2017
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Mrs. Herskovitz’s Kimono
3 Aug 2017
"Mrs. Herskovitz's Kimono" explores the interconnectedness of history and personal identity through the lens of the author's father's and father-in-law's war...
3 Aug 2017
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My Own Private Tisha B’Av: The Summer Camp
1 Aug 2017
This personal narrative recounts a transformative summer at the Habonim Dror Camp Moshava in 1984, marred by a devastating cabin fire and a significant inter...
1 Aug 2017
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How Tisha B’Av Invented the Jews
1 Aug 2017
The article delves into how the destruction of Jerusalem and the Second Temple in 70 CE remains a pivotal yet often underestimated event in shaping Jewish id...
1 Aug 2017
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Betting the House: Ep. 99
31 Jul 2017
In this lively episode, recorded live at JCC Manhattan, hosts Mark, Stephanie, and Liel welcome special guests Harry Enten of FiveThirtyEight and Haroon Mogh...
31 Jul 2017
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WATCH: How To Make Cheesecake
30 Jul 2017
Michelle Honig, recounting her experience baking an overly ambitious cheesecake to impress her in-laws, realizes the virtue of simplicity in baking. Despite ...
30 Jul 2017
Israel Policy Pod
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Incitement: A Palestinian Perspective
27 Jul 2017
In this episode of Israel Policy Pod, Samer Makhlouf, CEO of Zimam, discusses the complexities of Palestinian incitement amid the Temple Mount crisis. He exp...
27 Jul 2017
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Laura Loomer Gets Nose Job — From Far Right’s Favorite Plastic Surgeon
24 Jul 2017
Laura Loomer, a Jewish far-right figure, is undergoing a nose job with Dr. Joseph Pober, who is branding himself as a plastic surgeon of choice for alt-right...
24 Jul 2017
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Cinema Verite: Ep. 98
20 Jul 2017
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss Jewish themes in summer blockbuster movies with film critic Jordan Hoffman and explore unconventional health...
20 Jul 2017
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The Cat’s Meow: Ep. 97
13 Jul 2017
This episode of Unorthodox features historian Jenna Weissman Joselit discussing her book on the Ten Commandments and their evolving role in American culture,...
13 Jul 2017
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The Cat’s Meow: Ep. 97
13 Jul 2017
In episode 97 of "The Cats Meow," the hosts discuss topics such as Birthright, Hobby Lobby, and Jay-Z, along with introducing historian Jenna Weissman Joseli...
13 Jul 2017
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A Taste of Jewish New York
5 Jul 2017
Noshwalks, led by Myra Alperson, offers Jewish culinary walking tours in New York City, focusing on various neighborhoods and cuisines including shmurah matz...
5 Jul 2017
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In an Eating Contest, Which Jewish Food Would Be Hardest to Down?
3 Jul 2017
Various Jewish culinary experts and comedians were asked to identify the toughest kosher or culturally Jewish food to eat in large quantities for an eating c...
3 Jul 2017
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Notes on Camp: Ep. 96
29 Jun 2017
This episode of Unorthodox delves into the unique culture of Jewish summer camps, unpacking the blend of Jewish ideology, historical developments, and person...
29 Jun 2017
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Dr. Katz Will See You Now
29 Jun 2017
Dr. Katz, the beloved animated therapist to-the-stars, is back in a 15-episode podcast on Audible, reuniting fans with his star-studded clientele like Ray Ro...
29 Jun 2017
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H. Alan Scott on 'Pinkwashing' in Israel
28 Jun 2017
This episode features a conversation with comedian H. Alan Scott about his conversion to Judaism, his visit to Israel for Tel Aviv Pride, and the subsequent ...
28 Jun 2017
Jewish Action
Stress Less This Summer
22 Jun 2017
As summer approaches, many people experience increased stress levels due to changes in routine, family dynamics, and environmental factors. Long-term stress ...
22 Jun 2017
Jewish Action
The Making of a Jewish Wedding
22 Jun 2017
Kylie Ora Lobell shares her journey of planning a Jewish wedding shortly before her conversion, highlighting the support and generosity she received from the...
22 Jun 2017
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Children of Kindness: Episode 95
22 Jun 2017
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the rise of extremism in Europe with journalist Jamie Kirchick, who discusses his book 'The End of Europe.' ...
22 Jun 2017
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Was Florine Stettheimer a Good Painter?
22 Jun 2017
The Jewish Museum's exhibit "Florine Stettheimer: Painting Poetry" is a significant opportunity to reevaluate the work of Florine Stettheimer, a once overloo...
22 Jun 2017
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Who’s Afraid Of Evil Eyes?
21 Jun 2017
In this article, Dr. Carol W. Berman discusses the concept of "kine hara" in Jewish culture, which warns against the evil eye and the negative impact it can ...
21 Jun 2017
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The Silence of the Dads
16 Jun 2017
The article explores the historical portrayal and cultural evolution of Jewish fathers in American society, contrasting with the more dominant stereotype of ...
16 Jun 2017
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My Father, Elie Wiesel
16 Jun 2017
Elisha Wiesel reflects on the legacy of his father, Elie Wiesel, as a bridge-builder between generations and cultures, emphasizing his father's quiet strengt...
16 Jun 2017
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Talking Jewish With Lexicon Valley: Ep. 94
15 Jun 2017
In a special crossover episode with Lexicon Valley, linguist John McWhorter joins the discussion on 'Unorthodox' to delve into the concept of Jewish English,...
15 Jun 2017
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Talking Jewish With Lexicon Valley: Ep. 94
15 Jun 2017
This episode of Unorthodox features a crossover with Lexicon Valley's host, John McWhorter, delving into the nuances of Jewish English and exploring whether ...
15 Jun 2017
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Betting on the Bible
13 Jun 2017
The text tells a personal story about the author's father's approach to gambling, particularly his reliance on favorite psalms for lottery numbers. The fathe...
13 Jun 2017
Tel Aviv Review
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Unchain My Heart: Shulem Deen's Breakaway From Radical Hasidism
9 Jun 2017
Shulem Deen, raised in the ultra-orthodox Skverer sect, shares his journey from extreme Hasidism to secularism in his book "All Who Go Do Not Return." Growin...
9 Jun 2017
Unorthodox
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Master and Commander: Ep. 93
8 Jun 2017
This episode of Unorthodox features conversations with Fred Kuhr, a host of a Canadian talk show focusing on the dynamics between gay and straight men, and J...
8 Jun 2017
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The Stephen Show: Ep. 92
2 Jun 2017
Actor Stephen Tobolowsky discusses the intersection of faith and acting, recalling his return to Judaism and experiences balancing religious observance with ...
2 Jun 2017
Promised Podcast
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The "Donald Does the Holy Land!" Edition
25 May 2017
In this podcast episode, the hosts Noah, Don, and Gilad Halpern discuss President Donald Trump's visit to Israel and the Palestinian Authority, analyzing its...
25 May 2017
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On the [Jew] Media
24 May 2017
In this episode, Mark Oppenheimer discusses the nuanced perceptions and historical context of the word 'Jew' with Brooke Gladstone. The conversation centers ...
24 May 2017
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10 Things Donald Trump Thinks Are ‘So Amazing’ Aside From Yad Vashem
23 May 2017
This humorous article by the Forward Staff explores the wide-ranging use of the phrase "so amazing" by former President Donald Trump. Triggered by Trump's si...
23 May 2017
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All Shakshuk Up: Ep. 90
18 May 2017
In this episode of Unorthodox, Maya Jankelowitz discusses the influence of Israeli and South African cuisines on her Manhattan restaurants, while scholar Bar...
18 May 2017
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All Shakshuk Up: Ep. 90
18 May 2017
Maya Jankelowitz and her husband Dean, owners of Jacks Wife Freda in New York City, draw on their Israeli and South African roots to offer modern downtown di...
18 May 2017