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This reflection captures a Jewish individual's childhood experiences living next to a neighbor with elaborate Christmas decorations, including a display of S...

Melanie Phillips' memoir "Guardian Angel" delves into her upbringing in postwar Britain, depicting a complex family dynamic where a strong but frail mother a...

The author reflects on the act of shaving and its cultural significance, particularly in the Jewish and gentile communities. They explore the idea that genti...

A group of seven women initially came together after the 2016 election to organize what would become the Women's March, with the aim of including marginalize...

The text discusses the theme of navigating cultural identities and historical allegiances, highlighting the story of the York Massacre in 1190 and the poetry...

The author reflects on the significance of preparing traditional Jewish recipes, particularly latkes, using a cookbook inherited from a Conservative congrega...

The article explores the story of Jacob's daughter, Dinah, who is raped in Shechem, leading to a violent retaliation by her brothers, Simeon and Levi. Jacob'...

The author discusses the avocation of hunting, claiming it to be a non-Jewish activity, and reflects on the Jewish perspective on hunting. They mention that ...

The response challenges Rabbi Avi Shafran's article claiming that Orthodox women are safer due to gender halachot, highlighting the prevalence of sexual abus...

The article challenges the idea that modesty can prevent sexual assault, discussing perspectives from various religious backgrounds like Judaism, Christianit...

"93Queen" is a documentary that follows Judge Ruchie Freier's journey in establishing Ezras Nashim, the first all-women Hasidic ambulance corps, amidst oppos...

This episode of Unorthodox explores the groundbreaking work of Ruchie Freier, founder of Ezras Nashim, the first all-female volunteer ambulance corps in New ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the focus is on Ruchie Freier, the founder of Ezras Nashim, the first all-female volunteer ambulance in NYC established by Has...

The text discusses the #MeToo movement's impact on societal attitudes towards the treatment of women, highlighting the prevalence of sexual abuse and objecti...

"Nishmat HaBayit" is a significant book authored by Yoatzot Halacha from Nishmat that focuses on Jewish family purity laws, particularly Hilkhot Niddah. The ...

In this episode of the Promised Podcast, discussions range from the challenges of aging alone among Israeli elderly to the complex perceptions of Jewish wome...

The text discusses the topic of Orthodox women's leadership in Jewish communities, focusing on the barriers women face in attaining high-level leadership pos...

The Rabbis Feminist Zionism discusses the intersection of feminism, Zionism, and postmodernism, highlighting Einat Ramon's perspective as a feminist Zionist ...

Rutgers University professor Jasbir Puar's book "The Right to Maim: Debility, Capacity, Disability" won a prize from the National Women’s Studies Association...

The artist Zo Buckman explores the intersection of hip-hop, feminism, and her Jewish identity through embroidered vintage lingerie featuring lyrics from Bigg...

The author reflects on their experience surrounding their son's circumcision, drawing parallels to the success and identity representation of Cardi B. They d...

In the book "Gifts My Mother Gave Me: A Tribute to the Jewish Mother," different authors share stories illustrating the profound impact and valuable lessons ...

In "The Burnt Pot," the author explores themes of assimilation, identity, and Jewish continuity through the lens of characters in Zadie Smith's novel "White ...

The text discusses the changing status of Jews in America over time, focusing on the concepts of melting pot and cultural pluralism as applied to the Jewish ...

A 26-year-old former drag-queen and trans woman won the Eurovision song contest shortly after Israel's fiftieth anniversary, impacting Israeli self-perceptio...

A 26-year-old trans woman and former drag-queen made history by winning The Eurovision song contest, just a week after Israel's fiftieth anniversary. This ev...

A former rabbi shares his family's experience and decision to hold a secular wedding for their daughter who married a non-Jew, despite their observant Jewish...

Samuel Woodward, a suspect in the murder of Blaze Bernstein, now faces a hate crime charge for allegedly targeting Bernstein because of his sexual orientatio...

In "The Blood, Sweat & Milk Edition," Times of Israel contributors Miriam Herschlag, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron explore various significant topics...

In "The Blood, Sweat & Milk Edition," Times of Israel Ops & Blogs Editor Miriam Herschlag, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss various significant ...

The text reflects on the parallel lives of the author's father, a doctor, and her literary idol, the renowned writer Philip Roth, drawing comparisons and con...

Journalist Emily Shire discusses the evolving stance of the woke left on Israel, citing a recent Teen Vogue article linking Israeli-Palestinian conflict to U...

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...

In this podcast episode, Don Futterman, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss Likud voters who hold leftist views, Israeli corporations supporting LG...

In a discussion led by Don Futterman, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron, they explore Likud voters' surprising views, Israeli corporations supporting LGB...

In this lively episode recorded live at the JCC Manhattan, Mark Oppenheimer, Stephanie Butnick, and Liel Leibowitz explore the controversial "Jewish American...

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...

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...

The article discusses the issue of women's advanced Torah study within Modern Orthodox communities. The author reflects on the challenges and societal norms ...

In response to Chaim Saiman's views on female Torah study and leadership, Sharona Margolin Halickman argues that women in American Modern Orthodox communitie...

Abby Stein, a transgender activist who was raised in a Hasidic family in Williamsburg, sheds light on the historical support for transgender individuals by H...

The article responds to Judah Goldberg's call to enhance women's Torah study by addressing the need to understand the existing motivations and assumptions sh...

In Tel Aviv, a controversy arose over the use of a mechitzah at a religious event in Rabin Square. The mayor and civil rights organizations opposed the mechi...

The text tells the story of a woman who, after years of failed relationships, unexpectedly finds love with a former friend, Paula, at a fundraiser opposing a...

In this letter addressed to an unborn son, the father recounts the family dynamics and negotiations that took place upon the announcement of the pregnancy, p...

Rabbi Mike Moskowitz, the first Orthodox rabbi at New York City's LGBTQ synagogue, CBST, discusses how Judaism can include transgender adherents. Matthew Pol...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Rabbi Mike Moskowitz discusses his role in fostering inclusivity for trans and queer Jews within Orthodox Judaism, while Matth...

In a discussion on advanced Torah study for women, Judah Goldberg emphasizes the need for further development of advanced Talmud programs for women. He ackno...

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...

Lillian Faderman's biography, "Harvey Milk: His Lives and Death," part of Yales Jewish Lives series, emphasizes the Jewishness of the gay icon Harvey Milk, h...