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In this podcast episode, the discussion covers NBC News' attempt to pressure Google to demonetize The Federalist, the concept of community policing as advoca...

The article discusses a shift in public opinion towards acknowledging and confronting racism, particularly in response to incidents like the murder of George...

The COMMENTARY podcast delves into the current situation in Seattle where protests have moved from focusing on racial justice to advocating for the abolishme...

The discussion revolves around the appropriate approach to addressing racial disparities in American institutions, balancing restorative justice with retribu...

Rabbi Naomi Levy offers a poignant prayer in memory of George Floyd, addressing the need for self-reflection and action against racism and injustice. The pra...

In a tweet, Gerald Kutney, a scientist and climate advocate, highlights the urgent need to address the pressing issue of climate change, emphasizing the phys...

The Jewish community in Boston is confronting an unexpected and growing issue of poverty and homelessness, highlighted by cases like that of Tom, a highly ed...

Danielle Winter reflects on the societal need to honor and respect the elderly, inspired by her personal experiences with her grandmother, who exemplified vi...

The article discusses the perspective of Paramount Foods CEO Mohamad Fakih on combining business success with compassion and social responsibility, advocatin...

The text discusses the ongoing national debate about balancing public health concerns with societal needs, highlighting the clashes between these viewpoints ...

The COMMENTARY podcast discusses the ongoing lockdown and questions when the public might reach a breaking point where economic risks surpass public health c...

A woman reconnects with a friend who is in prison for money laundering and becomes her pen pal, navigating the restrictions and rules of the prison system wh...

"Points of Light" reflects on the challenging context of the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing parallels with historical pandemics to emphasize human humility. The ...

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein are facing accusations of undermining Israeli democracy under the guise of managing the ...

Lou Schizas believes that life boils down to the choices we make, emphasizing personal responsibility and a capitalist outlook on facing life's challenges al...

The Metropolitan Opera in New York is featuring George Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess" with an all-black cast, a choice stemming from Gershwin's desire to avoid ...

A recent U.S. operation successfully eliminated Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, sparking a debate on the ethics of hating extraordinarily evil individuals. Drawing fro...

Jonathan Safran Foer advocates for individuals to reduce their carbon footprint by cutting out animal-derived products, emphasizing the environmental impact ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the intricate process of apologies in both personal conflicts and broader cultural contexts. They discuss th...

Christopher Browning's examination of ordinary German men turning into killers raises questions about whether the Holocaust should be viewed as a universal h...

During the Nine Days leading up to Tisha B'Av, a time of abstaining from meat and wine, a discussion on the ethics of animal slaughter arises, questioning if...

Progressive Jewish organizations, including Truah and J Street, are advocating for Jews across the U.S. to show solidarity with immigrant communities on Tish...

CJ Werleman discusses the implications of the El Paso mass shooting, in which a gunman influenced by white supremacy and Donald Trump's rhetoric killed at le...

The article discusses the peculiar nature of Ashkenazi Jewish quarrels, noting that they can be more persistent and bitter than in other cultures, often revo...

The text discusses the experience of loving and losing an addict, portraying the emotional journey of the narrator whose partner struggled with addiction and...

"Sacred Training" is a halakhic guidebook edited by Dr. Jerry Karp and Dr. Matthew Schaikewitz, written by insiders in the medical field to assist Orthodox p...

In "The Sounds of Silence," John Gray, a retired philosophy professor, critiques atheist thinking for resembling monotheism in seeking an intelligible order ...

Herman Wouk, a celebrated but often overlooked Jewish American author, injected Jewish themes into postwar American literature in an innovative yet understat...

The Szyk Haggadah is a renowned illuminated Haggadah created by Polish-Jewish artist Arthur Szyk during World War II. This unique version of the Passover Hag...

The text delves into the moral complexities surrounding the tenth plague in the story of the Exodus from Egypt. It questions the justice of God killing all E...

Dr. Lara Kollab, who was fired by the Cleveland Clinic due to her history of anti-Semitic tweets, had a job offer withdrawn by Kern Medical Center in Califor...

The discussion revolves around the Haftarah of Shabbat Zakhor, focusing on the tension between sacrifice and obedience as exemplified by King Shaul's actions...

In a satirical take, noted cartoonist and humorist Jules Feiffer reflects on former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz's latest coffee venture. Feiffer's commentar...

Leora Mallach, co-founder of Beantown Jewish Gardens, emphasizes the importance of integrating Jewish tradition with contemporary issues like food justice, h...

The essay explores the concept of justice in rabbinic Judaism in light of the #MeToo movement, which has highlighted issues of sexual harassment and abuse. I...

Yechezkel Nakar, an Orthodox Jewish man, was declared dead based on brain death criteria despite his heart continuing to beat for three weeks after his death...

Amélie Wen Zhao, an immigrant female author with a successful publishing deal for her debut young adult fiction trilogy, faced backlash from YA Twitter befor...

The text discusses the current wave of anti-vaccine hysteria and its impact on various communities, including Orthodox Jews. It highlights key factors contri...

In this episode of Unorthodox, comedian Leah Forster discusses her experiences with being ostracized by the Orthodox Jewish community due to her sexuality, a...

Dr. Hagai Boas, from the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, addresses the topic of bioethics and biopolitics in Israel in a co-edited volume titled "Bioethics and...

Despite his significant wealth of nearly $324 million, Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law and White House senior adviser, reportedly avoided paying ...

Joel Cohen critiques Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels for publicly shaming Stephen Miller, a former congregant and senior advisor to President Trump, during his Ros...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore various aspects of apology and repentance, reflecting on their significance during the High Holy Days. They ...

The author recounts their experience leading Rosh Hashanah services for Jewish inmates at Rikers Island, emphasizing the profound impact of connecting with t...

In the Orthodox Jewish community and beyond, egg freezing has become a popular option for women seeking to preserve their fertility due to various circumstan...

The text discusses how religious organizations, including the Jewish community, are grappling with the issue of clergy sexual abuse in the wake of the Pennsy...

Rav Kook, a prominent Jewish thinker, stands out for his use of spiritual diaries alongside traditional genres like commentary and essays. The recent publica...

The Torah emphasizes the concept of atonement for bloodshed, stating that only the blood of the perpetrator can cleanse the land polluted by spilled blood. I...

Professor Ruti Teitel explores how societies grapple with collective trauma, seeking forgiveness and coping with injustice in the aftermath of violence. Her ...

Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg passionately argues that the Jewish community should oppose the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Trump administration's tra...