Israel: State of a Nation
We must never be afraid to speak our minds, says this Harvard Chabad rabbi
9 Dec
Rabbi Hirschy Zarchi of Harvard Chabad strongly advocates for the importance of free expression and speaking one's mind, particularly in an environment where...
9 Dec
The Beinart Notebook
Muzaffar Chishti on Mass Deportation
8 Dec
Muzaffar Chishti, a Senior Fellow at the Migration Policy Institute, discusses with Peter Beinart the implications of Donald Trump's proposed mass deportatio...
8 Dec
Israel: State of a Nation
People are afraid to take clear positions on moral issues, says this Harvard Chabbad rabbi
7 Dec
Rabbi Hirschy Zarchi, head of Harvard Chabad, discusses the challenge college students face in taking clear stances on moral issues. He emphasizes the import...
7 Dec
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Sounding the Alarm - with Yael Alexander
5 Dec
Israeli security veteran Moshe Ya'alon's statement accusing Israel of ethnic cleansing in Gaza prompts controversy while the Israeli public awaits a potentia...
5 Dec
JTA
Israel’s military is acknowledging that soldiers’ helmets and body armor may be unsafe
5 Dec
The Israeli military has launched a new website allowing soldiers to anonymously verify if their safety gear meets official standards, highlighting concerns ...
5 Dec
Israel: State of a Nation
After October 7, the soul of the Jewish people was awakened, says this Harvard Chabad rabbi
5 Dec
Rabbi Hirschy Zarchi, leading the Chabad house at Harvard University, reflects on the impact of the October 7 Massacre on the Jewish community. He describes ...
5 Dec
The Beinart Notebook
Muzaffar Chishti on Mass Deportation
5 Dec
Peter Beinart will host a Zoom conversation with Muzaffar Chishti, Senior Fellow at the Migration Policy Institute, to discuss the potential impact of Donald...
5 Dec
Forward
Amnesty International says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza
5 Dec
Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, situating a controversial human rights claim within the global discourse. The report...
5 Dec
Jewdicious
Playing Your Way To Happiness
4 Dec
Amy Salman reflects on how adult play—a concept involving engaging in joyful and creative activities—can lead to greater happiness and well-being. After losi...
4 Dec
Unpacked
Why Did a Jewish Businessman Fund Segregated Black Schools? | Unpacked
4 Dec
Julius Rosenwald, a Jewish businessman known for his success with Sears, Roebuck & Co, significantly contributed to the education of Black children in the se...
4 Dec
Mishpacha
Steer Clear of Scams
3 Dec
In "Steer Clear of Scams," Tsippi Gross and Rivky Rothenberg provide essential guidance on avoiding scams that even intelligent individuals can fall victim t...
3 Dec
Israel: State of a Nation
"You all work together for one goal: survival. And it is beautiful."
3 Dec
In this video, influencer Brianna Wu converses with Eylon Levy, emphasizing how Israel's narrative should focus on its collective resilience and humanity. Wu...
3 Dec
Lehrhaus
Extra-Communal Philanthropy – Forbidden, Permitted, or Mandated?
3 Dec
Mikey Lebrett examines the Orthodox Jewish perspective on extra-communal philanthropy, delving into whether it is forbidden, permitted, or mandated by halakh...
3 Dec
Forward
The Binding of Isaac, the pardoning of Hunter Biden
2 Dec
Drawing parallels between the biblical story of the Binding of Isaac and President Biden's pardoning of his son Hunter, this article explores themes of paren...
2 Dec
Emes Ve-Emunah
Pardoning Hunter
2 Dec
The article discusses President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, arguing that political motivations played a significant role in his pro...
2 Dec
Forward
Should Jews use artificial intelligence to bring back the dead?
1 Dec
David Zvi Kalman explores the ethical and religious considerations of using artificial intelligence to create simulations of deceased loved ones. While techn...
1 Dec
Israel: State of a Nation
"We weren't allowed to move our bodies"
30 Nov
Aviva Seigel recounts the harrowing experience of being held hostage by Hamas terrorists. In her testimony, she highlights the severe restrictions and mistre...
30 Nov
JTA
For American Jews like me, supporting Israel now means telling the truth about its government
29 Nov
Rabbi Jill Jacobs argues that supporting Israel now requires American Jews to confront the harsh realities of its current government's actions, which she vie...
29 Nov
Jewish Chronicle
Why Not Let the Leaning Tower Collapse review: ‘big questions on history and morality’
29 Nov
Daniel Snowman's new collection of essays, "Why Not Let the Leaning Tower Collapse?", explores the intersections of history, culture, and morality. As a cult...
29 Nov
Halacha Headlines
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11/23/24 – Shiur 491 – Do we need to give when collectors ask for Tzedakah? What if it’s during davening, or a solicitation via mail or email?
29 Nov
The episode delves into the complex questions surrounding the responsibility of giving tzedakah, or charity, especially when confronted by potentially inauth...
29 Nov
JTA
How Judaism makes every day Thanksgiving Day
26 Nov
Kohenet Rabbi Sarah Bracha Gershuny discusses the integral role of gratitude in Jewish life, likening it to the spirit of Thanksgiving. Rooted in daily praye...
26 Nov
Mishpacha
What Made You Say That?
26 Nov
Exploring the intersection of curiosity and judgment, the article suggests that fostering curiosity may be the key to understanding and responding empathetic...
26 Nov
Mishpacha
“How Do I Live with Crushing Guilt?”
26 Nov
In this insightful piece from Mishpacha Magazine, a woman grapples with guilt over her challenging marriage and its impact on her children. Married to a diff...
26 Nov
Future of Jewish
The Magic Number of Dead Palestinians
26 Nov
Joshua Hoffman's piece delves into the moral complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, challenging the often simplistic critique that too many Palest...
26 Nov
Forward
My pre-Thanksgiving challenge: hugging a turkey
26 Nov
Rob Eshman highlights the transformative experience of physically connecting with animals usually seen only as food, particularly through his encounter with ...
26 Nov
The Beinart Notebook
Why the International Criminal Court’s Warrant for Netanyahu Matters
25 Nov
Peter Beinart examines the International Criminal Court's (ICC) issuance of warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others, discussing the...
25 Nov
Jewish Chronicle
The ICC arrest warrants: How did we get here – and where do we go now?
25 Nov
The article discusses the complex and controversial path leading to the International Criminal Court's issuance of arrest warrants for Israel's Prime Ministe...
25 Nov
Jewish Chronicle
The assisted dying bill will lead to an immoral and ineffective social experiment
25 Nov
The impending Terminally Ill Adults Bill in the UK, which seeks to legalize physician-assisted suicide, faces significant opposition from various groups, inc...
25 Nov
Israel: State of a Nation
Virtue was distorted and redefined as a skin color
24 Nov
Dumisani Washington discusses the problematic redefinition of virtue in contemporary society, where moral worth is increasingly evaluated based on skin color...
24 Nov
The Beinart Notebook
Adam Serwer on American Cruelty
24 Nov
Renowned journalist Adam Serwer, known for his poignant essay "The Cruelty is the Point" during the first Trump presidency, discusses with Peter Beinart how ...
24 Nov
Chabad.org
Without this you CAN’T live a good life
24 Nov
This podcast discusses the vital components necessary for living a fulfilling and meaningful life, drawing on wisdom from Jewish teachings and philosophy. It...
24 Nov
Forward
A Jewish museum in Tulsa held a funeral for remains of Holocaust victims it kept for years
22 Nov
The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art in Tulsa, Oklahoma, recently provided a proper Jewish burial for the remains of several unidentified Holocaust victim...
22 Nov
Emes Ve-Emunah
Restoring Religious Values into Our Schools
22 Nov
Reform Rabbi Mara Nathan of Temple Beth-El in San Antonio, Texas, protests a proposed public school curriculum for potentially teaching Christian dogma, whic...
22 Nov
Halacha Headlines
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11/23/24 – Shiur 490 – Can a Rav ever be Meikil on an עבירה to prevent a more serious עבירה?
22 Nov
Exploring the permissibility of leniency in Jewish law, this episode delves into whether it is ever acceptable for a rabbi to allow a minor infraction to pre...
22 Nov
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Arrest Warrant - with Thomas Friedman and Ilana Dayan
21 Nov
The episode discusses the International Criminal Court's arrest warrants for Israeli leaders, adding pressure on Israel during an already tumultuous period, ...
21 Nov
MomentMag
Robert Siegel on the Challenges Faced by Journalists in Trump's 2nd Term
21 Nov
Veteran journalist Robert Siegel delves into the difficulties journalists may encounter if faced with covering another term of Donald Trump as President. He ...
21 Nov
JTA
In Dallas, these Jewish teens understand the appeal of gun ownership
21 Nov
Jewish teenagers in Dallas, Texas, navigate their state's prevalent gun culture through a lens shaped by recent antisemitic events and their Jewish upbringin...
21 Nov
Moment
My Grandmother, A Zionist Who Died as She Lived
21 Nov
Reflecting on his grandmother Shifra Kadish's life and her choice to end it on her own terms, Mattan Berner-Kadish weaves a narrative of her deep Zionist con...
21 Nov
JTA
International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense minister
21 Nov
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, all...
21 Nov
The Beinart Notebook
Adam Serwer on American Cruelty
21 Nov
Adam Serwer, an influential writer for The Atlantic, known for his essay "The Cruelty is the Point" during the Trump presidency, will join Peter Beinart for ...
21 Nov
For Heaven's Sake
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Israel at War – They are Dying
20 Nov
The episode addresses the grave situation of Israeli hostages in Gaza, outlining their neglect and the political complexities surrounding their release. It h...
20 Nov
Mishpacha
Out of Focus: Chapter 5
19 Nov
Cindy Scarr recounts a relatable moment from her marriage where the challenges of maintaining connection are complicated by her husband's ADHD. Sitting in a ...
19 Nov
Mishpacha
The Parents’ Role in Homework Is…
19 Nov
Balancing parental involvement in children's homework can be challenging, especially when aiming to foster attributes like responsibility and creativity. Cin...
19 Nov
Emes Ve-Emunah
When is a Miracle Really a Miracle?
19 Nov
The article debates what constitutes a true miracle, contrasting reactions to a recent event where a Hezbollah rocket was intercepted in Bnei Brak. The missi...
19 Nov
JTA
For legal crusader Amy Bach, data is the key to holding America’s justice system accountable
19 Nov
Amy Bach, a lawyer and journalist, has driven significant change in the U.S. justice system by emphasizing the importance of data for accountability. Her non...
19 Nov
eJewishPhilanthropy
Moving beyond event-driven fundraising to strengthen nonprofits
19 Nov
Michelle Friedman draws from her extensive experience in Jewish nonprofit fundraising to advocate for a shift from reliance on event-based fundraising to ann...
19 Nov
The Beinart Notebook
Brutalizing the Stranger
18 Nov
Peter Beinart reflects on Jewish teachings from Parshat Vayera, connecting them to contemporary issues of immigration and xenophobia in the U.S. He draws par...
18 Nov
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Gratitude and Sorrow
18 Nov
Elana Stein Hain and Christine Hayes explore how traditional Jewish texts guide us in balancing gratitude and sorrow, particularly from Chapter 9 of Tractate...
18 Nov
Forward
Like our patriarch Abraham, American Jews face 10 post-election tests of our values
15 Nov
Rabbi Julie Roth draws parallels between the biblical trials faced by Abraham and contemporary challenges facing American Jews post-election. In a sermon giv...
15 Nov
Moment
Opinion | ‘Godly Laws’ for Transgender Kids
14 Nov
Sarah Posner discusses the upcoming Supreme Court case United States v. Skrmetti, which will address whether laws banning gender-affirming care for transgend...
14 Nov