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The Orthodox Union's recent statement on professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has sparked debate, especially regarding ordination of women as ...

The Orthodox Union's recent comprehensive responsum concerning professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has generated significant debate within th...

The text discusses the challenge of accommodating change in a religion with a divine origin, focusing on the Orthodox Union's statement on the roles of women...

The Orthodox Union's recent statement on professional roles for women in synagogues has sparked intense debate, particularly in the Modern Orthodox community...

In a symposium focused on the Orthodox Union's statement about professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues, Matt Reingold explores the role of schola...

The Orthodox Union's recent statement about the roles of women in Orthodox synagogues has sparked debate. Rivka Press Schwartz, in reflecting on the statemen...

"4 3 2 1" by Paul Auster is a novel following the childhood and coming-of-age of a literary New Jersey Jewish boy named Archie Ferguson. The book's notable m...

The Orthodox Unions recent statement on professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has sparked widespread debate. Shmuel Winiarz discusses the histo...

In this symposium on gender roles in Orthodox Judaism, Leah Sarna raises the hypothetical scenario of Rabbi Joseph Ber Soloveitchik being born a woman and ho...

In response to the Orthodox Union's statement on women's roles in Orthodox synagogues, Sara Wolkenfeld reflects on the implications for day school education,...

The ongoing debate spurred by the Orthodox Union's recent statement on professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has revealed a breakdown in trust ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the discussion revolves around themes related to Valentine's Day and Jewish culture, referred to humorously as Secular Tu B'Av...

The Orthodox Union has recently adopted a policy prohibiting women from serving as clergy in its member congregations across the United States, prohibiting t...

Allison, Don, and Noah discuss significant topics including the tragic events at Umm Al-Hiran, Israels' center-left's growing popularity amidst corruption ac...

This text explores the author's struggle to reconcile their routine for observing Shabbat with their routine for participating in political protests, particu...

The text discusses the current state of American politics and its impact on Modern Orthodoxy, suggesting a deepening societal division that threatens the nat...

The discussion centered around the Modern Orthodox Women's Agenda in the 1980s and the challenges they faced in advancing in areas such as Torah study, praye...

Ariela Migdal, a former ACLU women's rights lawyer, discusses the status of women in the United States and the Jewish community based on her legal cases and ...

Rabbi Yosef Bronstein's article delves into the complexities of navigating halakhah and societal changes, particularly regarding gender roles in marriage. He...

In "The Enemies of the State Edition," Noah and Miriam delve into three main topics in Israel. They examine a poll showing a significant number of Israeli Je...

Philipp Jaff, a prominent historian of medieval Germany in the 19th century, is known for his significant contributions to the field. Despite his success, Ja...

The speech discusses the progress of gay rights through the lens of Jewish tradition and Torah teachings. It highlights the case of United States v. Windsor ...

The text "Wise Trader or Deceitful Traitor? Eshet Hayil Reconsidered" by Eliav Grossman delves into a critical analysis of Proverbs 31, the chapter that desc...

Professor Naomi Chazan from the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute's Center for the Advancement of Women in the Public Sphere discusses the center's latest Gender ...

The article discusses how a writer, Joshua Seidel, misquoted Steve Bannon regarding his alleged views on Jewish women. Bannon's ex-wife actually stated that ...

The text delves into the challenges faced by a woman reciting the Mourners Kaddish for her deceased mother in Orthodox Jewish communities. The author describ...

Allison, Noah, and Don discuss the topics of prosecuting revelers at a settler wedding for hateful behavior, the effectiveness of seeking political common gr...

Chemda, a radio celebrity known for her podcast "Keith and The Girl," recently underwent open-heart surgery to remove a non-cancerous tumor close to her hear...

After experiencing the sudden death of her close friend Ben, the author grapples with grief and anger, questioning her faith and traditions as Yom Kippur app...

The author reflects on the impending separation as her eldest son prepares to leave for college, recalling her own struggles with separation anxiety during h...

In Jonathan Safran Foer's novel "Here I Am," the story follows the unraveling of a marriage between Jacob and Julia, marked by infidelity and a series of sho...

Elissa Altman's memoir, "Treyf: My Life as an Orthodox Outlaw," delves into her complex relationship with her Jewish identity, family history, and food. She ...

Lil Miss Hot Mess, a drag queen, is a beloved storyteller for children through Drag Queen Story Hour, an event that celebrates play, fierceness, and feminini...

In a chapter from Abigail Pogrebin's "Stars of David" book, the late comedic icon Gene Wilder reflected on his life and Jewish identity. Wilder shared person...

Jewish summer camps are actively working to create inclusive environments for LGBTQ children and others from marginalized groups. These camps, such as Camp J...

Nan Goldin's "The Ballad of Sexual Dependency" is both a photographic diary and a profound exploration of personal and cultural loss. Combining images from t...

In this edition of "Going, Going, Gone," Don, Noah, and Miriam Herschlag from Times of Israel discuss Israel's new "Impeachment Law," which allows Knesset me...

In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the impact of the 2011 social protests on Israel, questioning who is to blame for the lack of lasting change....

A father, Yosef Steinberg, grapples with his daughter's shift towards ultra-Orthodox values and away from secular literature, reflecting on his own backgroun...

This episode of Unorthodox features Christopher Noxon discussing his experiences and challenges as a house husband, shaping his novel Plus One alongside his ...

This episode of "Unorthodox" features discussions ranging from public pool regulations in Orthodox communities to an unusual sperm donation practice by a Jew...

The text reflects on a video from 2002 showing the night before the writer's brother's gay marriage ceremony, where their father enthusiastically performed. ...

Three main topics are discussed in this edition. The first is the peculiar peace retreat in Paris involving absence of Israelis and Palestinians, alongside t...

In episode 44 of Unorthodox, the focus is on Jewish fathers, exploring the complexities and stereotypes surrounding them. The hosts discuss iconic Jewish fat...

This special Father's Day episode of Unorthodox explores the complexities and stereotypes surrounding Jewish fatherhood. Through interviews and personal refl...

Professor Motti Inbari from the University of North Carolina Pembroke explores the radical ultra-Orthodox movements of Neturei Karta in Jerusalem and Satmar ...

Dr. Esther Carmel-Hakim, a historian of Zionism at the University of Haifa, discusses the significant but often overlooked role that women played in the earl...

In the podcast episode "Free Agents Ep. 39," the focus is on various topics including a critique of Birthright by Broad City, an interview with literary agen...

Dr. Shayna Weiss, a post-doctoral fellow at Tel Aviv University, explores the beginnings of gender segregation at Israeli beaches with host Gilad Halpern. Th...

The writer reflects on her journey towards self-liberation and self-acceptance following her divorce, particularly in the context of celebrating Pesach witho...