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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...

The tragic suicide of South African teen Adam Seef during an Israel tour program has highlighted the mental health struggles faced by gap year participants, ...

Israeli Education Minister Rafi Peretz faced backlash for expressing support for gay conversion therapy during a television interview, claiming he has used t...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron cover three main topics in their discussion: the potential leadership of Israel's religious right by a s...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron tackle three significant topics in "Parties Like It's 1999," exploring Israel's Left returning to past m...

"The Diamond Setter" by Moshe Sakal is a novel that intertwines old Middle Eastern themes with contemporary Israel, exploring a blend of Jewish-Arab heritage...

Hank Lazer, a Jewish poet and Buddhist residing in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, delves into the intersection of his identities, spiritual experiences, and poetic exp...

In "The Open-Door Policy" by Robert H. Mnookin, the author addresses the contentious topic of intermarriage and its implications for Jewish communal life in ...

This personal essay delves into the author's journey of gender identity, religious observance, and the search for a welcoming Jewish community. Recounting ex...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss significant topics including Avigdor Lieberman's proposal for a centrist, secular National Unity...

The OU's Center for Communal Research is conducting studies on the challenges faced by Orthodox singles in America today, including the perceived Shidduch Cr...

In the digital age, technology has significantly impacted frum dating within the Jewish community. Platforms like JSwipe and JWed offer Orthodox Jewish singl...

Orthodox never-married women past childbearing age face unique challenges in the quest to find a mate, encountering social isolation, pressure, and judgment ...

Orthodox never-married women past childbearing age often face unique challenges, including social isolation, pressure to marry, and judgment from friends, fa...

This piece shares two scenarios where individuals, Rebecca and Baruch, are faced with insensitivity from others regarding their personal struggles - Rebecca ...

The text explores the misconceptions surrounding Jewish marriages in the past, challenging the notion that they were strictly utilitarian and devoid of love....

The text discusses the misconception that past Jewish marriages were primarily utilitarian, with strict gender roles. Through examples like Glückel of Hameln...

"Queer Yiddishkeit" explores the intersection of queerness and Yiddish culture, particularly in the context of Golden Era Yiddish films like The Dybbuk, wher...

Boysie Dikobe, a 28-year-old dancer with Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, is on a journey towards Judaism, with an official Conservative conversion pla...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ittay Flescher discuss the battle for control of Israel's Labor Party between various factions, the impact of new hi-t...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ittay Flescher discuss the current state of Israel's Labor Party, with a focus on the struggle between different facti...