The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Are Dems at a 50-Year Low?
24 Mar 2025
Democrats are facing a major decline in favorability and voting demographics, with significant shifts in Hispanic and youth voting trends leaning towards Rep...
24 Mar 2025
My Jewish Mommy Life
10 Passover Mistakes to Avoid!
24 Mar 2025
This video highlights ten common mistakes to avoid during Passover in order to enhance the holiday's meaningfulness and spirituality. Emphasizing preparation...
24 Mar 2025
Future of Jewish
The Most Beautiful Part of Being Jewish Today
24 Mar 2025
Ted Goldstein reflects on his experiences teaching at a unique yeshiva composed of both Ashkenazi and Persian Jews, where he witnesses the beauty of Jewish d...
24 Mar 2025
The Cholent
Live with Max Steele
24 Mar 2025
This brief entry from The Cholent highlights the availability of their content on the Substack app, suggesting readers can access more of Max Steele's work v...
24 Mar 2025
Jewish Insider
Lawler challenger Jessica Reinmann says she feels a deep personal connection to Israel
24 Mar 2025
Jessica Reinmann, a Democratic challenger for New York's 17th Congressional District, emphasizes her deep ties to Israel and Jewish heritage, influenced by h...
24 Mar 2025
The Free Press
Two Christians Made a Show about Jews. It’s Phenomenal.
23 Mar 2025
"House of David," a new Amazon show by Christian filmmakers Andy and Jon Erwin, delivers a compelling depiction of Jews through the biblical story of King Da...
23 Mar 2025
Chabad.org
Everything Jewish you need to know for the week of 3/23!
23 Mar 2025
This week's Jewish media highlights include engaging explorations into cultural symbolism and historic milestones. Discussions touch on various interpretatio...
23 Mar 2025
Forward
Five cities now have regular meet-ups in Yiddish
23 Mar 2025
Farbreng, an initiative by Yugntruf, is fostering in-person Yiddish-speaking gatherings across various cities including Boston, Chicago, Michigan, Montreal, ...
23 Mar 2025
Forward
100 years after its founding, can a Yiddish institute serve a people who don’t speak the language?
23 Mar 2025
YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, celebrating its centennial in 2025, has played a crucial role in preserving Eastern European Jewish culture and the Yiddi...
23 Mar 2025
Kveller
The Very Jewish Concept at the Heart of the ‘Severance’ Finale
21 Mar 2025
Kveller writer Lior Zaltzman explores the connections between the hit show "Severance" and Jewish traditions, focusing on themes like sacrifice and atonement...
21 Mar 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Rescuing Astronauts and Fighting Eco-Nuts
21 Mar 2025
The episode explores the triumphant return of astronauts stranded by Boeing's spacecraft malfunction, highlighting SpaceX's role in the rescue and Boeing's s...
21 Mar 2025
Rationalist Judaism
From Madness to Insanity
21 Mar 2025
Rabbi Natan Slifkin discusses the growing political insanity in Israel, particularly focusing on Prime Minister Netanyahu's recent actions and statements. Sl...
21 Mar 2025
Forward
‘Operation Mincemeat’ is a musical farce about fooling Hitler — with nothing much to say about Nazis
21 Mar 2025
"Operation Mincemeat" is a musical comedy that recounts the true story of a British intelligence operation during World War II aimed at deceiving the Nazis w...
21 Mar 2025
Forward
7 standout treasures from YIVO’s vast collection in New York
21 Mar 2025
YIVO, originally established in Vilna in 1925 to promote the study of Eastern European Jewish life and the Yiddish language, has become a poignant guardian o...
21 Mar 2025
Forward
Donald Trump reportedly expressed affection for ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ at Kennedy Center meeting
20 Mar 2025
Donald Trump recently expressed his admiration for the classic Broadway musical "Fiddler on the Roof" during his visit to the Kennedy Center in Washington, D...
20 Mar 2025
Chabad.org
Everything Jewish you need to know for the week of 3/16!
20 Mar 2025
This week's episode covers a diverse range of Jewish news and cultural updates. It touches on the unusual topic of 'zombie princes,' likely bringing a unique...
20 Mar 2025
Bonjour Chai
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Hasid or Hipster?
20 Mar 2025
Mik Moore discusses the revival of 'Heeb' magazine, aiming to recapture the innovative and rebellious Jewish cultural spirit of the early 2000s for a new gen...
20 Mar 2025
JTA
7 Jewish historical treasures from YIVO’s vast collection in New York
20 Mar 2025
In a display of both historical preservation and resistance, a group of Jewish intellectuals from the Vilna ghetto, including notable figures like Abraham Su...
20 Mar 2025
JTA
Arielle Zuckerberg’s firm raises $181,818,181.80 to back ‘magically weird’ tech founders
20 Mar 2025
Arielle Zuckerberg, along with partners Lee Jacobs and Cyan Banister, has launched a new $181.8 million venture capital fund through their firm, Long Journey...
20 Mar 2025
Forward
How one man discovered his Jewish identity through sweating
20 Mar 2025
British playwright Nick Cassenbaum discovered a deep connection to his Jewish identity through the unique ritual of the "schmeiss," a steam room scrub-down t...
20 Mar 2025
Hadassah
New Jewish Books For Spring 2025
20 Mar 2025
The article highlights a diverse selection of new Jewish books for Spring 2025, featuring works of fiction and non-fiction by various authors. Binnie Kirshen...
20 Mar 2025
Forward
Two Yiddish children's songs that express delight in the signs of spring
20 Mar 2025
The article by שׂרה־רחל שעכטער highlights two Yiddish children's songs that celebrate the arrival and signs of spring. Through vibrant and playful lyrics, th...
20 Mar 2025
Jewish Currents
On the Squeezing - The Parable of the Lemons
20 Mar 2025
The article presents a metaphorically vivid and provocative narrative of lemon squeezing, likening it to a form of conquest and destruction with historical e...
20 Mar 2025
Kveller
Gal Gadot Just Became the First Israeli Actor with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
20 Mar 2025
Gal Gadot, known for her roles in 'Wonder Woman' and 'Fast & Furious,' made history as the first Israeli actor to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fam...
20 Mar 2025
Kveller
10 Times Jews Got the Upper Hand on Nazis in Pop Culture
20 Mar 2025
Addressing the resurgence of Nazism and antisemitism, Leah Grisham highlights ten instances in pop culture where Jews triumph over Nazis. These works, rangin...
20 Mar 2025
The Cholent
Live with Emily Alhadeff
20 Mar 2025
Emily Alhadeff offers insightful perspectives on Jewish culture and identity through her writings on Substack, a platform where she shares her unique experie...
20 Mar 2025
Lehrhaus
The Length of Our Days
20 Mar 2025
Eli, a digital nomad returning home, reflects on his complex relationship with Jewish identity and spirituality. During a visit to declutter his childhood ro...
20 Mar 2025
Forward
Miami Beach mayor ends effort to evict local theater over ‘No Other Land’ screening
19 Mar 2025
Mayor Steven Meiner of Miami Beach has retracted his proposal to evict O Cinema after it screened "No Other Land," a documentary about Israeli demolitions in...
19 Mar 2025
Forward
Abby Stein shows us the Hasidic Williamsburg she left behind
19 Mar 2025
Abby Stein, a transgender activist and former member of the Hasidic community in Williamsburg, is the focus of a new play, "Becoming Eve," produced by the Ne...
19 Mar 2025
Forward
Why this was the worst week in antisemitism — until maybe next week
19 Mar 2025
Recent events highlight the alarming normalization of blatant antisemitism in popular culture and media. Instances such as Kanye West's offensive antics, Joe...
19 Mar 2025
Menschwarmers
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3 of the 4 top NCAA basketball teams are coached by Jews. Here's our theory why
19 Mar 2025
Menschwarmers explores the Jewish connections in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, noting that three of the four top seeds are coached by Jews: Bruce Pea...
19 Mar 2025
Kveller
I’m Obsessed With This Anthropologie Seder Plate
19 Mar 2025
Lior Zaltzman shares enthusiasm for a new seder plate from Anthropologie, perfectly tailored for springtime and Passover celebrations. This plate stands out ...
19 Mar 2025
Sonya's Prep
Inside an Orthodox Jewish Kosher Supermarket: What Makes It Unique?
19 Mar 2025
This video provides an insightful exploration of the unique elements within an Orthodox Jewish kosher supermarket. Viewers are guided through aisles filled w...
19 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
Chinese-Style Grilled Vegetables
19 Mar 2025
Featuring a medley of Asian-inspired vegetables, this easy-to-prepare recipe from Mishpacha Magazine offers a colorful and flavorful addition to any meal. Th...
19 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
East Meets Feast
19 Mar 2025
"East Meets Feast," featured in Mishpacha Magazine, presents a vibrant and flavorful Crunchy Asian Salad recipe that's ideal for gatherings or family meals. ...
19 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
Spicy Dates
19 Mar 2025
Introducing Spicy Dates—a creative appetizer that combines the comfort of puff pastry with the rich flavors of smoked meat, dates, and spicy hot dogs, enhanc...
19 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
Liver Three Ways
19 Mar 2025
Sharona presents a creative twist on traditional liver dishes with her feature on 'Liver Three Ways.' With recipes for liver pâté with wine sauce, sautéed li...
19 Mar 2025
JTA
The world’s oldest Jewish book is on display in New York City
19 Mar 2025
A medieval manuscript known as the Afghan Liturgical Quire, believed to be the oldest Jewish book dating back to around 700 CE, is now on display at the Jewi...
19 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
Nutty Bliss Turtles
19 Mar 2025
Nutty Bliss Turtles offer a rich blend of nuts and chocolate, perfect as an indulgent dessert. Combining roasted pecans, creamy peanut butter, Lotus butter, ...
19 Mar 2025
Jewish Table
Stuffed Tomatoes and Onions (Mahasha)
19 Mar 2025
Leah Koenig's feature on Baghdadi Jewish cuisine, centered around a recipe for Stuffed Tomatoes and Onions (Mahasha), highlights the rich culinary legacy of ...
19 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
Baking Beauties
19 Mar 2025
Kalamata Olive Bread is a rustic and sumptuous loaf ideal for enhancing your mishloach manos with its savory and tangy flavors. This bread boasts a golden cr...
19 Mar 2025
Unorthodox
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How to Be a Jew ... At the World Championships
19 Mar 2025
AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jewish athlete in the Winter Olympics, shares insights from the World Bobsled Championships and highlights the challenges face...
19 Mar 2025
The Beinart Notebook
March Ask Me Anything
18 Mar 2025
Peter Beinart's 'March Ask Me Anything' allows premium subscribers to access a full video of his live session, where he addresses questions and discussions a...
18 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
Family First Inbox: Issue 936
18 Mar 2025
The "Family First Inbox" column in Issue 936 of Mishpacha Magazine features a diverse set of reader reactions to recent topics covered. Among the highlights ...
18 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
As Purim Fades Away
18 Mar 2025
In the evocative atmosphere of post-Purim Yerushalayim, Cindy Scarr captures the lingering essence of a Purim Meshulash—a three-day Purim celebration—amidst ...
18 Mar 2025
Moment
The Israeli Hostages Who Forged Connections With Their Captors
18 Mar 2025
The harrowing yet remarkable experiences of Israeli hostages captured by Hamas on October 7 reveal unexpected instances of human connection amid conflict. In...
18 Mar 2025
18forty
Kaddish Gave Me Words After the Bibas Family’s Deaths
18 Mar 2025
Sruli Fruchter reflects on the profound impact of the Bibas family tragedy on his own life, and finds solace in the Jewish tradition of reciting Kaddish. Thr...
18 Mar 2025
Jewish Action
Why Study Attrition?
18 Mar 2025
Dr. Moshe Krakowski examines the phenomena of attrition within American Orthodox Jewish communities, focusing on why individuals raised in Orthodox environme...
18 Mar 2025
Jewish Action
When School and Family Don’t Match
18 Mar 2025
School and family misalignment is a significant factor influencing students' religious identity within the Orthodox Jewish community, as highlighted by a stu...
18 Mar 2025
Jewish Action
Torah in a Connected World: A Halakhic Perspective on Communication Technology and Social Media
18 Mar 2025
Rabbi Jonathan Ziring's book, reviewed by Rabbi Steven Gotlib, provides a comprehensive halakhic perspective on navigating social media and communication tec...
18 Mar 2025