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Rachel Gildiner reflects on the intersection of Women's History Month, Daylight Savings Time, and the Jewish month of Adar, emphasizing the call to increase ...

In a reflection on trans identity and Jewish tradition, Laynie Soloman of SVARA examines the political challenges facing transgender people under the Trump a...

The episode explores the relationship between Jews and the cross-dressing traditions, exemplified by Purim celebrations, and how these practices have influen...

Lisa Eisen calls on Jewish philanthropies to prioritize gender equity, emphasizing the need to invest in women's leadership and rights as a vital component f...

Naama Sadan explores the Book of Esther through the lens of gender-influenced leadership styles and crisis management. Emphasizing traditionally female-coded...

Sinners Shabbat is a bimonthly, unconventional Shabbat event in Brooklyn, drawing a crowd with its mix of burlesque, BDSM aesthetics, and modern Jewish cultu...

Allison Fishman Task reflects on raising her children as proud Jewish feminists while confronting outdated customs within Judaism. Through conversations with...

In recent Academy Awards, a troubling trend has emerged where women are primarily honored for roles as sex workers while men are lauded for portraying intell...

A woman, in her 40s and in a loving marriage with a man, is exploring her newly identified bisexuality. The personal realization of being queer brings both e...

Maya Bernstein's two poems explore the complexities and contradictions of traditional female roles within Judaism through the archetype of the 'Eishet Chayil...

Amichai Lau-Lavie, a descendant of rabbis, challenges traditional Judaism by integrating his identity as an out gay man and Rabbinic figure through his innov...

Amichai Lau-Lavie, a gay man from an Orthodox rabbinical family, discusses creating Lab/Shul, a "God-optional" experimental Jewish community in New York. Lau...

Amichai Lau-Lavie, an openly gay Jewish leader, redefines Jewish spirituality by blending traditional practices with contemporary inclusivity through his cre...

Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie, an openly gay Conservative rabbi, was criticized for an op-ed he wrote in JTA, which was perceived as mocking Jewish values. The art...

Cindy Scarr explores the emotional turmoil and excitement that parents often feel when their child begins dating. Her piece captures the mixed emotions of jo...

Raised in South Florida, a young nonbinary Jew reflects on finding community at Brandeis University amid the political upheaval following a contentious elect...

Exploring the complexities surrounding the term 'Jew of Color,' this article reflects on the author's personal journey of rejecting this label despite meetin...

Four recent books spotlight the remarkable achievements of Jewish women, essential reading for inspiring young Jewish girls and celebrating female leadership...

Michael Levine, a key figure in the history of Jewish LGBTQ+ activism, passed away at the age of 81. He was one of the founding members of Congregation Beit ...

Tova Mirvis shares a curated list of ten novels that explore the complex narratives surrounding divorce, showcasing the psychological and emotional tumult th...

Exploring the films "Nosferatu" by Robert Eggers and "Babygirl" by Halina Reijn, this article delves into the portrayal of female desire and its suppression ...

Eden Village Camp is spearheading National No Body Talk Week, an initiative aimed at fostering deeper human connections by refraining from commenting on peop...

Jonathan Schmalzbach's piece in Hadassah Magazine explores the life and impact of a prominent Jewish female leader, examining her journey and contributions t...

Barbra Streisand's iconic film "Yentl," which explores themes of gender fluidity and Jewish identity, continues to resonate within modern Jewish and LGBTQ+ c...

Jewish organizations are being called upon to support LGBTQ+ youth amidst increasing legislative and societal challenges, particularly during President Trump...

Rivke, a woman with a distinctively Jewish name, expresses frustration at being misgendered as 'sir' during phone conversations due to her voice. She struggl...

Ashley St. Clair, a controversial Jewish right-wing influencer, claims that Elon Musk is the father of her five-month-old child, a claim Musk has neither con...

The article discusses the controversy surrounding a letter by the Coalition for Jewish Values (CJV) that disputes claims made by liberal Jewish movements reg...

Sheri Allen reflects on her family's history of fleeing antisemitism and parallels it with concerns for her transgender son, Preston, in the current U.S. cli...

The episode explores the complexities of modern relationships, highlighting the unrealistic expectations placed on partners and the increasing popularity of ...

Zara Phillips' journey to find her biological parents inspired her 2018 memoir "Somebody's Daughter," which later became a one-woman show and a documentary f...

Jennifer Sey discusses her journey from a national gymnastics champion to a CEO advocating for women's rights in sports, emphasizing the challenges she faced...

Isabelle Seddon, a British tour guide and author, discusses her journey from an Orthodox Jewish upbringing in Plymouth to her achievements in exploring Jewis...

Jewish women with progressive values are experiencing tension between supporting liberal causes and addressing antisemitism. Contentious events, from Trump's...

Mira Fox draws a chilling parallel between the Trump administration's censorship of federal websites regarding gender ideology and the 1933 Nazi book-burning...

The episode analyzes how American liberals have shifted from advocating common sense to embracing radical ideas, particularly in the context of gender ideolo...

"Transmitzvah" is a unique Spanish-language musical film on Netflix that sensitively portrays the intersection of Jewish and transgender identities. Directed...

Aleeza Ben Shalom, famed from Netflix's "Jewish Matchmaking," shares her pragmatic and culturally sensitive dating advice in her new book "Matchmaker, Matchm...

Aleeza Ben Shalom, the star of Netflix's 'Jewish Matchmaking,' continues her mission to help individuals find their 'bashert' or soulmate despite the show's ...

Ethan Felson, the executive director of A Wider Bridge, an advocacy organization supporting pro-Israel LGBTQ initiatives, faces criminal charges for alleged ...

Tovah Feldshuh returns to the off-Broadway stage in Joy Behar's play, "My First Ex-Husband," performing as Rebecca, a Hasidic bride-to-be struggling with the...

The article critiques certain feminist groups for their dismissal of Israeli women's suffering after the reported rapes during the October 7th attack, highli...

Jewish communities continue to grapple with the inclusion of LGBTQ individuals, balancing traditional interpretations of Halacha with modern understandings o...

The article criticizes the intersection of modern feminist ideals with Orthodox Judaism, arguing that some Orthodox feminists are compromising religious trad...

Rabbanit Leah Sarna's installation as the first senior rabbinic leader at an Orthodox synagogue in Pennsylvania marks a significant milestone in the journey ...

Jessica Elisheva Emerson's debut novel, "Olive Days," explores the tumultuous emotional journey of Rina Kirsch, a Modern Orthodox Jewish mother in Los Angele...

Tova Mirvis' novel, "We Would Never," intricately blends a murder mystery with a deep exploration of familial and personal complexities. The story centers ar...

Goldie Mandelbaum, a widow living in the small Jewish community of Khmelnytsky, experiences life-altering dreams of her late husband, Moshe, who advises her ...

Sara-Rachel Schechter critically examines the expectations placed on young boys within Hasidic communities. These expectations often involve rigorous religio...

Rachel Gildiner, the executive director of SRE Network, reflects on the necessity of hope in addressing gender equity in Jewish professional spaces amidst ch...