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Unorthodox headphones Father Figures: Ep. 44 9 Jun 2016
This special Father's Day episode of Unorthodox explores the complexities and stereotypes surrounding Jewish fatherhood. Through interviews and personal refl...
9 Jun 2016
Unorthodox headphones Father Figures: Ep. 44 9 Jun 2016
In episode 44 of Unorthodox, the focus is on Jewish fathers, exploring the complexities and stereotypes surrounding them. The hosts discuss iconic Jewish fat...
9 Jun 2016
Unorthodox headphones Cult Following: Ep. 43 2 Jun 2016
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts engage with Jeff Aeder, founder of the online Jewish Baseball Museum, to discuss the impact of Jewish figures in bas...
2 Jun 2016
Unorthodox headphones Throwback Thursday: Ep. 42 26 May 2016
This episode of Unorthodox discusses the 1990s' cultural re-emergence, contemporary issues of marijuana legalization, and identity challenges for modern Jews...
26 May 2016
Unorthodox headphones Throwback Thursday: Ep. 42 26 May 2016
In this episode of Unorthodox, the conversation delves into the '90s nostalgia with topics including the Intifada at UC Irvine, the character Andrea Zuckerma...
26 May 2016
Unorthodox headphones School Ties: Ep. 41 19 May 2016
This episode of Unorthodox, recorded live at the American Hebrew Academy in Greensboro, NC, features former North Carolina State Senator Marshall Rauch discu...
19 May 2016
Forward Once an Obscene Scandal, a Hit Yiddish Play Returns 93 Years Later 17 May 2016
"Indecent" is a play by Paula Vogel and Rebecca Taichman that revisits the scandalous history of Sholem Asch's 1907 play "God of Vengeance". The production m...
17 May 2016
Unorthodox headphones On the Rocks: Ep. 40 12 May 2016
This episode of Unorthodox delves into an eclectic mix of topics, including the cultural allure of Manischewitz wine, the appointment of a Jewish actor as Ha...
12 May 2016
Tel Aviv Review headphones Israeli idols: Neo-paganism in the Jewish state 9 May 2016
Religions scholar Shai Ferraro from Tel Aviv University discusses the rise of pagan rituals in modern Israel and their juxtaposition with Judaism’s historica...
9 May 2016
Tel Aviv Review headphones Free spirits: New Age culture in Israel 2 May 2016
Dr. Rachel Werczberger, an anthropologist and religious scholar, discusses the emergence of new forms of spirituality in Israeli society in light of traditio...
2 May 2016
Unorthodox headphones Free Agents Ep. 39 28 Apr 2016
This episode of Unorthodox features a discussion on the depiction of Birthright in the TV show Broad City and a conversation with literary agent Betsy Lerner...
28 Apr 2016
Unorthodox headphones Irish Spring Ep. 38 21 Apr 2016
This episode of Unorthodox features comedian David Tuchman, host of the OMGWTFBIBLE podcast where he jokes while guests read from his Bible translation, reve...
21 Apr 2016
Unorthodox headphones Irish Spring Ep. 38 21 Apr 2016
In this episode of "Unorthodox," the hosts engage with comedian David Tuchman, who shares how his comedic endeavors led him back to engaging with Jewish text...
21 Apr 2016
Tablet Oh, These Bleeding Broad City Liberals 21 Apr 2016
In the final episode of Broad City's third season, titled "Jews on a Plane," Abbi and Ilana embark on a trip to Israel exploring their Jewish heritage. Throu...
21 Apr 2016
Tablet The Festival of Cleaning 20 Apr 2016
The author reflects on their childhood experiences of Passover cleaning in a hoarding household, where the holiday offered a welcome break from domestic chao...
20 Apr 2016
Unorthodox headphones Start-Up Nation Ep. 37 14 Apr 2016
In episode 37 of Start-Up Nation, the Unorthodox podcast travels to Palo Alto, California, for a live taping at the Oshman Family JCC. Jewish guest Eddan Kat...
14 Apr 2016
Unorthodox headphones Start-Up Nation Ep. 37 14 Apr 2016
This episode of Unorthodox features a live taping in Palo Alto, California, where the hosts engage with Eddan Katz, a cyber-crime lawyer and founder of a hac...
14 Apr 2016
Tablet Make Jewish Education Relevant 13 Apr 2016
The author discusses the challenges facing Jewish education and the need to make it relevant and engaging, particularly for non-Orthodox Jews. Despite the be...
13 Apr 2016
Unorthodox headphones It's a Bard, It's a Plane Ep. 36 7 Apr 2016
This episode of Unorthodox explores diverse cultural intersections, featuring discussions with writer Jillian Keenan on Shakespeare and kink, and Jeff Yang o...
7 Apr 2016
Tablet Broken Up About a Breakup 5 Apr 2016
Actress Drew Barrymore's marriage to art dealer Will Kopelman, with whom she shares two young daughters, has sadly come to an end after three years. Barrymor...
5 Apr 2016
Tablet Learn, Practice, and Perfect Your Hebrew: To Die For 5 Apr 2016
The StreetWise Hebrew podcast episode titled "Hebrew Is To Die For" explores how Hebrew expressions using words related to death are used to convey strong em...
5 Apr 2016
Unorthodox headphones Sporting Goods Ep. 35 31 Mar 2016
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss a variety of topics ranging from the introduction of a Jewish tartan for Scottish Jews to sports journalist ...
31 Mar 2016
Tablet ‘Broad City’ Ballers 31 Mar 2016
In a recent episode of Broad City, Ilana is surprised to learn about the WNBA from NBA All-Star Blake Griffin, who praises the league and its players. The ep...
31 Mar 2016
Unorthodox headphones Wonder Women Ep. 34 24 Mar 2016
This episode of Unorthodox features Israeli actress Gal Gadot and Ladino singer-songwriter Sarah Aroeste, exploring the significance of preserving Ladino cul...
24 Mar 2016
Unorthodox headphones Wonder Women Ep. 34 24 Mar 2016
In this episode of Wonder Women, Israeli actress Gal Gadot showcases her Wonder Woman-like qualities off-screen. Ladino singer-songwriter Sarah Aroeste discu...
24 Mar 2016
Tablet Failed Atonements and the City of Brotherly Love 24 Mar 2016
In an episode of "Broad City," the characters visit Philadelphia where Abbis Jewish identity is highlighted through various references including a Holocaust ...
24 Mar 2016
Tablet Hiding Out on Purim 22 Mar 2016
The author reminisces about dressing up as Queen Esther on Purim as a child, finding comfort and a sense of hiding in the costume. The white lace gown made b...
22 Mar 2016
Forward Listen to a Forgotten and Revealing Interview With Golda Meir 21 Mar 2016
This article discusses the rediscovery of a Yiddish interview with Golda Meir, conducted by journalist Shlomo Ben-Israel in 1971. The interview covers variou...
21 Mar 2016
Unorthodox headphones Sticks and Stones Ep. 33 17 Mar 2016
This episode of Unorthodox explores themes of modern Jewish identity through discussions of antisemitism at a basketball game, an Israeli kibbutz as a settin...
17 Mar 2016
Tel Aviv Review headphones A brief history of British Jewry 14 Mar 2016
Dr. Sharman Kadish, a historian specializing in British Jewry, discusses with host Gilad Halpern the demographic and cultural development of the Jewish commu...
14 Mar 2016
Tablet Comics Need More Diversity to, You Know, Get With the Times 11 Mar 2016
There is a growing call for increased diversity in comic book adaptations, exemplified by debates over the casting of characters like Iron Fist and Aquaman. ...
11 Mar 2016
Unorthodox headphones Genius Bar Ep. 32 10 Mar 2016
In Genius Bar Episode 32 of Unorthodox, the discussion touches on Israeli settlers and Palestinians collaborating in cannabis cultivation. Author Eric Weiner...
10 Mar 2016
Unorthodox headphones Genius Bar Ep. 32 10 Mar 2016
In this episode of Unorthodox, hosts Mark Oppenheimer, Leah Leibovitz, and Stephanie Butnik delve into diverse topics ranging from Israeli and Palestinian co...
10 Mar 2016
Tablet Rats, Tats, and Automobiles 10 Mar 2016
"Broad City" focuses on the intertwining lives of Abbi and Ilana as they navigate through a series of misadventures in New York City. The latest episode feat...
10 Mar 2016
Unorthodox headphones Miracle of Miracles Ep. 31 3 Mar 2016
This episode of Unorthodox dives into discussions about the Oscars, featuring jokes from host Chris Rock and a notable Hebrew shout-out, while also reflectin...
3 Mar 2016
Tablet Blessedly Inappropriate Statements 3 Mar 2016
The text explores the writer's experience and reflections on watching the TV show Broad City, focusing on its humor, eccentric characters like Ilana, and the...
3 Mar 2016
Tel Aviv Review headphones People of the visitor book: Commemorative practices in Jerusalem's war museum 29 Feb 2016
Prof. Chaim Noy discusses his research on the visitor book at Jerusalem's war museum, offering insights into Israeli society. Through his book, "Thank You Fo...
29 Feb 2016
Tel Aviv Review headphones The Israeli melting pot: A grassroots perspective 26 Feb 2016
Dr. Anat Helman, a Jewish history professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, discusses her book "Becoming Israeli: National Ideals and Everyday Life in...
26 Feb 2016
Unorthodox headphones Brand Awareness Ep. 30 25 Feb 2016
In this episode, graphic designer Ben Ostrower discusses the evolution and impact of campaign logos, particularly how Barack Obama's branding brought logos t...
25 Feb 2016
Tablet Twerking at the Food Coop: A Beloved ‘Broad City’ Tale 25 Feb 2016
In a humorous take on the Brooklyn food coop culture, a writer reflects on their experiences as a member, including encounters with holier-than-thou attitude...
25 Feb 2016
Unorthodox headphones Family Matters Ep. 29 18 Feb 2016
In Family Matters Ep. 29 of Unorthodox, the podcast features klezmer aerobics and a unique bris story. The Jewish guest, Daniel Oppenheimer, discusses his bo...
18 Feb 2016
Unorthodox headphones Family Matters Ep. 29 18 Feb 2016
In this episode, the hosts of Unorthodox are joined by Daniel Oppenheimer and Roxane Gay to discuss political shifts and feminism, alongside humorous anecdot...
18 Feb 2016
Unorthodox headphones Unorthodox, Unorthodox, Make Me a Match Ep. 28 11 Feb 2016
This Valentine's Day episode of Unorthodox features a matchmaking session led by dating coach Nancy Slotnick for Shira Ginsburg, a cantor and singer seeking ...
11 Feb 2016
Unorthodox headphones Unorthodox, Unorthodox, Make Me a Match Ep. 28 11 Feb 2016
In this special Valentine's Day episode of Unorthodox, the podcast plays matchmaker by featuring Jewish guest Jill Kargman, creator of the Bravo comedy Odd M...
11 Feb 2016
Tablet My Last JDate 10 Feb 2016
In this reflective piece titled "My Last JDate," the author recounts her foray into online dating on JDate after 30 years of marriage and two years of loneli...
10 Feb 2016
Tablet My Last JDate, Part 3 10 Feb 2016
The text describes a poignant period leading up to and following the passing of someone named Dean in hospice care. It details the emotional process of witne...
10 Feb 2016
Unorthodox headphones Hannah (Montana) and Her Sisters Ep. 27 4 Feb 2016
This episode of Unorthodox blends humor with cultural commentary as it delves into Bernie Sanders' historic political achievements, the eccentricities of Woo...
4 Feb 2016
Unorthodox headphones Expelliarmus! Ep. 26 28 Jan 2016
This episode of Unorthodox features Jewish guest Mark Seidenfeld, who shares stories from his role at Scholastic involving safeguarding Harry Potter manuscri...
28 Jan 2016
Tablet A Blizzard Named ‘Jonas’? More Like a Dove 22 Jan 2016
The article discusses the naming of the winter storm Jonas by the Weather Channel, highlighting the irony that the storm is named after the Hebrew word "yona...
22 Jan 2016
Unorthodox headphones Bringing the Heat Ep. 25 21 Jan 2016
In this episode of Unorthodox, Rebecca Vilkomerson of Jewish Voice for Peace discusses her organization's focus on ending the Israeli occupation and engaging...
21 Jan 2016