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This episode of Unorthodox dives into the controversy over the Iran Deal vote and its Jewish connections, and features guests from the fashion and lexicograp...

Larry David's play "Fish in the Dark" is a reflection of American Jewish comedy tradition, seen through the lens of Larry David's distinct style and wit. The...

"Letters to Vra" by Vladimir Nabokov, translated and edited by Olga Voronina and Brian Boyd, offers a window into the passionate and vulnerable side of Nabok...

Yitskhok Berliner, a Modernist Yiddish poet born in Poland in 1899 and eventually moving to Mexico, is known for his evocative poems about the marginalized i...

Celebrate the Jewish High Holidays with a fun twist using emojis to enhance your greetings and conversations! From sending wishes for a sweet new year with a...

In this lively episode of Unorthodox, the hosts delve into topical Jewish and American issues, discussing school closures for Jewish holidays and the complex...

Egg creams are making a comeback, as highlighted by Kathleen Squires in the Wall Street Journal, despite not containing eggs or cream. The drink's revival is...

In episode 6 of Unorthodox, a Yom Kippur special, host Mark Oppenheimer, writer Shira Telushkin, and Esther Werdiger from Tablet discuss the complexities of ...

In this Yom Kippur-themed episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the nuances and difficulties of apologies within and beyond Jewish tradition. They discuss...

Thirteen-year-old Noah Kales, a Jewish jiu-jitsu prodigy from Toronto, defies stereotypes with his impressive achievements in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, having won...

This episode of Unorthodox explores a range of topics from the week's Jewish news, including cultural curiosities such as Israeli spy animals and contemporar...

The article reflects on the author's attendance at Camp Walden's 100th reunion, a Jewish summer camp with deep roots in ethical and secular values. Founded b...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss Matisyahu's controversial removal from a Spanish festival, Jewish support for the Iran deal in Hollywood, an...

The text provides a recipe for Plum Pecan Rugelach by Margot Kahn, inspired by Anna Zylberberg's recipe, and a recipe for Red Plum Jam by Kate Lebo. The ruge...

Staffers at Tablet delve into various topics such as legal battles between Jewish dating apps, a crowd-funded campaign to reelect Canada's Jewish prime minis...

This episode of Unorthodox dives into the contentious world of Jewish dating apps, the controversy over a Nazi-themed romance novel, and the disarming blend ...

The text discusses the integration of Torah study and general secular wisdom, focusing on the ideological and practical aspects of this relationship. The aut...

Prof. Yosef Toby discusses Judeo-Arabic literature in Tunisia, highlighting the cultural richness of Tunisian Jews during a golden age and their struggle bet...

The article is a nostalgic reflection on the complex dynamics of Jewish summer camps in America, particularly focusing on the presence of the charismatic Isr...

In episode 2 of "Return of the Shiksa," Host Mark Oppenheimer and Tablet staffers Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz discuss the European Maccabiah Games h...

This episode navigates the intersection of Jewish culture, politics, and humor as the hosts discuss the European Maccabiah Games held in Berlin, critique Mik...

In this episode of Sandler vs. Samberg, a discussion led by Mark Oppenheimer and Tablet staffers covers various topics including gay marriage in Israel, the ...

The text discusses the significance of initials in E.L. Doctorow's name, revealing that the "E" stands for Edgar, honoring Edgar Allan Poe, a favorite writer...

The author reflects on his changing perception of Woody Allen, noting a shift from the filmmaker's once-revered status to current cultural criticism. He reco...

Tablet magazine is launching a new podcast called Unorthodox, hosted by Mark Oppenheimer and featuring Liel Leibovitz and others. The podcast will provide a ...

The editors of Tablet Magazine have launched a new podcast, offering listeners an initial opportunity to explore their latest audio content.

The author reflects on the complex relationship with their mother, who struggled with mental illness and drug abuse before passing away. Despite the difficul...

Lev Berenshteyn, a Jewish refugee from Uzbekistan, has created a personal homage to the Statue of Liberty in his Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn yard. Teaming up wi...

The author recounts her transformative experience at a Reform Jewish summer camp in 1988, where she initially felt awkward and self-conscious but was profoun...

In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the feasibility of a peace initiative proposing two states, Palestine and Israel, with shared existence and n...

"Nothing Is True and Everything Is Possible: The Surreal Heart of the New Russia" by Peter Pomerantsev examines the blurred lines between reality and PR in c...

Fanny and Hilde tells the story of Fanny von Arnstein, a prominent figure in the turn-of-the-19th-century Jewish salon scene in Berlin and Vienna. Fanny, a m...

Prof. Roberta Ronsethal Kwall's new book "The Myth of the Cultural Jew" explores the idea that even secular Jews have been influenced by Jewish legal traditi...

Dr. Susan Nashman Fraiman, an art historian at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, discusses her research on the development of candle-lighting practices, pa...

Professor Meir Amor, a Mizrahi activist and sociologist at Concordia University, discusses the Mizrahi struggle with host Gilad Halpern, shedding light on th...

Shavuot is likened to Jewish Mother-in-Laws Day as it celebrates the story of Ruth, the first convert to Judaism, who chose to stay with her mother-in-law, N...

Rugelach, the beloved rolled cookies filled with dried fruits, nuts, or chocolate, are actually an American invention rather than an Old World treat. The Eur...

A member of a synagogue passed away by suicide, prompting the congregation to take turns sitting shmira, a Jewish ritual involving guarding the deceased befo...

The text discusses three main topics: critiquing Shimon Peres for ties to a bank, exploring cultural conflicts in Israel, and pondering the celebration of In...

Michael Solomonov is transforming the availability of sophisticated Israeli cuisine in the United States through his acclaimed Philadelphia restaurant, Zahav...

In 1969, the New York Mets had a miraculous season, winning 100 games and the World Series, which some attributed to a series of unexpected events. The Mets'...

This article discusses the significance of I.L. Peretz, a prominent figure in modern Jewish literature who passed away 100 years ago. Peretz, a key writer in...

The writer reflects on her complex relationship with her hair as a black woman, influenced by societal norms, family perspectives, and religious practices. G...

The 29th Annual Purim Ball at the Jewish Museum was a lively event attended by over 700 guests, raising $2 million. Notable honorees included Eugene and Emil...

The text provides humorous last-minute Purim costume ideas for children, offering creative and easy suggestions such as dressing up as Ruth Bader Ginsburg, S...

The discussion in "The Jumpin Hegemony Edition" covers several topics: (1) the reasons why Mizrahim tend to avoid affiliating with the political Left due to ...

Sarah Klegman and Elina Tilipman are the creative minds behind Challah Hub, a project dedicated to reinventing the classic Jewish bread, challah. Through the...

Ayn Rand, known for her staunch individualism and capitalist philosophy, demonstrated these values even in personal interactions with her family, as evidence...

In a podcast discussion, Allison, Don, and Noah examine the exaggerated rhetoric surrounding Israel's elections, questioning if such framing may lead to disa...

During a blizzard in the city, a yellow cab gets stuck in a huge snowpile, leaving the driver in despair. Passersby, including a cheerful group in festive ha...