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In a discussion on the COMMENTARY podcast, it is highlighted that Donald Trump's proposal to postpone the election is viewed as an attack on the American civ...

Samantha Zerin's journey to come out as transgender was a deeply personal and impactful transition not only for her but also for the community at Temple Eman...

Dr. Gili Hammer delves into the intersection of blindness and gender among visually impaired Israeli women in her book "Blindness through the Looking Glass: ...

The article explores the unique environment of Jewish summer camps as spaces that historically aimed to cultivate Jewish identity and provide an Americanized...

The article "My Nonbinary Journey" chronicles the author's personal path to understanding and embracing their nonbinary identity. Set against the backdrop of...

The discussion revolves around the inclusion of transgender and nonbinary individuals in Jewish death and burial practices, particularly focusing on the ritu...

The article "Becoming a Man" explores the author's journey grappling with his identity and sexuality within the framework of Orthodox Judaism. Raised in an e...

The editorial by Jodi Rudoren reflects on the power of collective screams as a form of protest and expression in the face of systemic issues. Rudoren recount...

Today on MSNBC's Morning Joe, Joe Biden addressed allegations of sexual assault made by a Senate staffer. The impact of this controversy on the media landsca...

Jewish name changes reflect pivotal identity shifts, as evidenced in the Torah with figures like Avraham and Yisrael. This tradition resonates deeply with tr...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and critic Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida discuss the decline of Israel's Labor Party, the debate on government support for the arts,...

"Mrs. America," an FX miniseries streaming on Hulu, captures the intense political and ideological battles over the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) during the 1...

Idit Klein reflects on her family's legacy of hope and resilience as Holocaust survivors and its influence on her life and work. She describes the strength h...

In the discussion titled "The Still Wandering the Desert Edition," Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida explore the challenges Israel f...

The COMMENTARY podcast episode discusses various current events including Donald Trump's behavior at press conferences, Joe Biden's interactions with women, ...

Orthodox journalists Sivan Rahav-Meir and Avital Chizhik-Goldschmidt explore the intersection of media, religion, and gender in a panel discussion at Yeshiva...

Michael Coren, known for being outspoken and conservative, experienced a significant shift in his views, particularly regarding supporting gay marriage, lead...

Daniel is a gay man who is also a priest. The article explores the topics of whether his calling to priesthood or his coming out as gay happened first, and a...

Kathleen Wynne, the first female Premier of Ontario and the first openly gay Premier, discussed spirituality and religion on the podcast "Not That Kind Of Ra...

In this episode of Israel Policy Pod, MK Aida Touma-Sliman discusses her mission in Israeli politics, centered on anti-occupation and equality for Palestinia...

This article explores the historical rise of men's clubs within American Jewish communities during the early 20th century, particularly following the 1927 su...

The text discusses the activist efforts during the early days of the AIDS crisis, focusing on the creation of the iconic Silence=Death poster by a collective...

In this excerpt from "One Hundred Autobiographies: A Memoir" by David Lehman, the narrator recounts seeking advice from a wise man in the synagogue on how to...

Woody Allen and Amazon have reached a settlement in the $68 million breach of contract lawsuit Allen brought against Amazon in February. The lawsuit stemmed ...

Jewish teens are using TikTok to express their identity, culture, and humor, sharing videos ranging from Jewish rituals and traditions to light-hearted jokes...

The American Orthodox Jewish community has shown a surprising shift in attitudes towards liberal Jewish denominations in recent years, potentially due to the...

Emma Goldman, a prominent anarchist figure, is explored in the Jewish Lives Podcast through the perspective of Vivian Gornick, who authored a biography about...

Flora Spiegelberg, a Jewish woman from New York, played a pivotal role in advocating for modern waste disposal methods, including covered garbage cans and in...

In the 200th episode of Unorthodox, the podcast celebrates various Jewish holidays and milestones. It features discussions with a gematria expert exploring t...

The author recounts their complex relationship with their abusive father following his unexpected death. Despite struggling to mourn the abusive parent, the ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the focus is on apologies, friendships, and the controversial figure Shlomo Carlebach as the hosts close the book on 5779. Mar...

Four feminist law professors at Harvard Law School, including Janet Halley and Jeannie Suk Gersen, have criticized the unfairness of campus Title IX tribunal...

In "Self-Portrait in Black and White: Unlearning Race," Thomas Chatterton Williams reflects on his personal journey as a black man who discovers he has fathe...

In episode 196 of "The One with the Instagram Rabbis," Modern Ritual's Samantha Frank and Rena Singer discuss their feminist, passionate Jewish content on In...

Elizabeth Warren delivered a speech at Washington Square Park focusing on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, drawing parallels between the tragedy and cor...

Sally Berkovic's memoir "Under My Hat" delves into her experiences as an Orthodox Jewish woman, navigating the complexities of religious commitment and engag...

In a recent podcast episode, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron delved into various significant topics in Israel. They debated Prime Minist...

In the text "Live a Little," a conversation between a mother and her son unravels, revealing a complex relationship. The mother, Princess Schweppessodawasser...

The author shares a personal journey of wearing a kippah as a gender nonconforming Jewish woman, describing the significance and challenges of this choice. I...

The article discusses the phenomenon of Modern Orthodox teenagers leaving halakhic observance, attributing it not to mere rebellion but to a rationalist pers...

In episode 193 of the podcast "Unorthodox," actress Michaela Watkins discusses her Jewish identity, her work portraying Jewish and non-Jewish characters, and...

Jennifer Pastiloff, a popular yoga teacher and writer, is known for her exceptional listening skills, despite being profoundly deaf. Her memoir, "On Being Hu...

The text explores the cultural significance of bangles among Syrian Jewish women, detailing their history as gifts symbolizing marriage commitment and person...

A Jewish individual recounts their journey from an Orthodox upbringing to eventually embracing Reform Judaism, particularly due to its inclusive stance towar...

This episode features an interview with Liz Feldman, creator of the Netflix series "Dead to Me," who discusses the Jewish influences on her show and sharing ...

The essay explores the story of Zelophehad's daughters in the Hebrew Bible, where these women successfully petition Moses for inheritance rights after their ...

AJC's Jason Isaacson discussed the U.S. Department of Justice Summit on Combating Antisemitism and the increased efforts to combat antisemitism. Tyler Gregor...

In this episode, Mark Oppenheimer and his co-hosts delve into the complex topic of conversion therapy and the personal experiences of advocate Mathew Shurka ...

Israel's new Education Minister endorsed gay conversion therapy, sparking controversy. The podcast 'Unorthodox' features an interview with Mathew Shurka, fou...

The article discusses the debate within the Orthodox Jewish community regarding LGBTQ+ issues, particularly focusing on the contrasting views of Education Mi...