18forty
The Hidden Disability
11 May
Michal Horowitz shares her personal journey of living with severe-to-profound bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, unveiling her silent struggle with a hidd...
11 May
eJewishPhilanthropy
Whoever shapes the frameworks shapes the future of Jewish life
10 May
Rebecca Dinar argues that Jewish philanthropy needs to shift its investment focus upstream, funding the development of intellectual frameworks that guide leg...
10 May
Rationalist Judaism
From David to David
8 May
Natan Slifkin reflects on Sir David Attenborough's unique century-long contribution to wildlife conservation and education, drawing parallels between the bro...
8 May
Forward
LA Orthodox school's former guidance counselor will avoid jail time in sex abuse case
7 May
Julie Tichon, a former guidance counselor at YULA Boys High School in Los Angeles, will avoid jail after pleading no contest to charges of sexual abuse invol...
7 May
Chabad.org
I Prepared My Daughter's Baby For Burial
7 May
In this poignant and deeply personal narrative, a grandmother recounts the profound experience of preparing her stillborn grandchild for burial. The story is...
7 May
eJewishPhilanthropy
Awareness isn’t access: Jewish mental health since Oct. 7
7 May
The article discusses the heightened focus on Jewish mental health following the events of October 7, 2023, emphasizing the need for expanded mental health i...
7 May
JTA
Yes, I’m worried that giving to Gaza could benefit Hamas. But Zionism today demands hope.
6 May
Rabbi Daniel Greyber expresses his nuanced perspective on supporting humanitarian efforts in Gaza without compromising his Zionist principles. He acknowledge...
6 May
Future of Jewish
This popular Jewish principle has completely lost its meaning.
6 May
Tikkun olam, often understood as "repairing the world," has been co-opted by modern liberal Judaism as a broad slogan for various social causes. Matthew Fein...
6 May
Chabad.org
Her Father Was Murdered By Terrorists
6 May
The video chronicles a poignant and harrowing story of a woman whose father was tragically murdered by terrorists. It explores the emotional and spiritual im...
6 May
18forty
Behar-Bechukotai: What It Costs to Let Go
6 May
Rivka Bennun Kay's article explores the deeply challenging themes within the Torah portions of Behar and Bechukotai, focusing on the concept of shemittah, or...
6 May
Chabad.org
My Friends Words Saved Me
5 May
In this episode, a person's life is unexpectedly transformed by the words of a friend, illustrating the profound impact of verbal affirmation and support in ...
5 May
Rationalist Judaism
Are You a Lag B'Omer Grinch?
4 May
Natan Slifkin provides a critical analysis of Lag B'Omer, questioning the historical and spiritual foundations of the holiday's modern-day celebrations. He d...
4 May
Chabad.org
My Baby Died on the Operating Table
4 May
Elissa Felder's heartbreaking loss of her child left her seeking solace in the sacred traditions of Jewish burial practices. Her narrative takes an extraordi...
4 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Hatred of the Jewish People
3 May
A recent incident in Jerusalem, where a religious Jewish man assaulted a French nun, highlights the troubling phenomenon of some Jews harboring hatred toward...
3 May
Chabad.org
This Teacher's WORST MISTAKE
1 May
This video, presented by Chabad.org, likely explores a significant error made by a teacher, perhaps within a Jewish educational context. It might delve into ...
1 May
Kveller
Musician Nick Cave and His Wife Follow This Jewish Law
1 May
Australian musician Nick Cave, although not Jewish, recently discussed adopting the Jewish law concept of lashon hara, which prohibits speaking negatively ab...
1 May
Chabad.org
Why I Chose To Work In A Prison
30 Apr
In this episode of the "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" podcast from Chabad.org, the focus is on an intriguing personal narrative about choosing to w...
30 Apr
Between The Lines
A Reckoning With Jewish Terrorism Is Overdue
29 Apr
Gary Rosenblatt discusses the escalation of violence by a minority of Jewish settlers in the West Bank in the context of broader regional conflicts involving...
29 Apr
Lilith
Centering Survivors Starts With Us
29 Apr
In the wake of recurring news stories about sexual harm within the Jewish community, the author's organization, SVIVAH, emphasizes the need to shift focus on...
29 Apr
JTA
Ukraine threatens sanctions against Israel for buying ‘stolen’ grain from Russia
28 Apr
Tensions have escalated between Ukraine and Israel after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Israel of purchasing grain stolen by Russia from occu...
28 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy
The opposite of helplessness
28 Apr
In the aftermath of a terror attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, congregant Erika Bocknek emphasizes the community's response has been one ...
28 Apr
Forward
Matan Koch, disability advocate who urged Jewish communities to ‘let everyone in,’ dies at 44
28 Apr
Matan Koch, a significant advocate for disability inclusion, passed away at 44 after battling stomach cancer. Renowned for his inspiring advocacy work in Jew...
28 Apr
Rationalist Judaism
Horror or Beauty?
27 Apr
Natan Slifkin grapples with the dual nature of current Jewish life, highlighting both its horrors and its beauty. He recounts troubling events in Israel, suc...
27 Apr
Kveller
Finding Joy Is a Mitzvah. Yes, Even Now.
27 Apr
Carla Naumburg shares her journey from anxiety to joy through the unexpected discovery of mah jongg and its power to bring happiness amidst life's challenges...
27 Apr
Living Lchaim
One Second Changed Our Lives Forever
22 Apr
Sara Dorsky shares her heart-wrenching journey following the tragic drowning of her young daughter, Dina Avigayil. Her narrative delves into the profound gri...
22 Apr
Chabad.org
In My HARDEST MOMENT I Chose this
22 Apr
The video, which is associated with Chabad.org, shares a deeply personal story related to resilience and faith. It features an individual who faced a signifi...
22 Apr
Tablet
We Don’t Know What to Do About our Phones
22 Apr
This reflective piece by Katherine Dee delves into the complex dynamics of smartphone addiction within families, highlighting generational differences in tec...
22 Apr
JTA
Israel jails soldiers who smashed Jesus statue in Lebanon, installs a new one
21 Apr
In a significant disciplinary measure, the Israeli military has jailed two soldiers involved in desecrating a Jesus statue in southern Lebanon, underscoring ...
21 Apr
The Cholent
Sponsored: 'JFS Transformed My Life.'
21 Apr
Project DVORA, a Jewish Family Services (JFS) initiative, plays a pivotal role in aiding domestic violence survivors like Carly. With emotional support and l...
21 Apr
Chabad.org
Right, Wrong And Really Human
21 Apr
This content likely delves into ethical and moral questions from a Jewish perspective, potentially offering insights into how Jewish teachings find relevance...
21 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy
‘For me, it’s still yesterday’: Supporting the families of Israel’s fallen
21 Apr
Yom HaZikaron is a day of national remembrance for Israel's fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism, deeply observed by Israelis and Jewish communities glob...
21 Apr
JTA
Netanyahu, IDF condemn Israeli soldier’s bludgeoning of Jesus statue in Lebanon
20 Apr
The incident involving an Israeli soldier damaging a statue of Jesus in Lebanon has sparked widespread condemnation, including from Israeli Prime Minister Be...
20 Apr
Future of Jewish
If Epstein wasn’t Jewish, would people care so much?
18 Apr
The essay examines the varied responses to Jeffrey Epstein's Jewish identity in the narrative around his crimes, highlighting how identity can be either subd...
18 Apr
Forward
A Jewish gun club teams up with the NRA, in pursuit of self-defense
17 Apr
The collaboration between the National Rifle Association (NRA) and "Lox & Loaded," a Jewish gun club, emerges as American Jews show increased interest in fir...
17 Apr
The Free Press
The Future of Warfighting Technology Is Now, with Aviv Shapira
17 Apr
Aviv Shapira, co-founder and CEO of XTEND, shares insights on the evolution of warfighting technology, emphasizing the impact of drone swarms on modern warfa...
17 Apr
Rationalist Judaism
Sacrifice vs. Jacuzzis
16 Apr
Natan Slifkin sharply criticizes a group of over 1200 young men in Beit Shemesh who indulge in luxurious recreational activities, such as pool and jacuzzi da...
16 Apr
The Free Press
The Ancient Jewish Wisdom Behind a $5 Billion Company
16 Apr
Exploring the remarkable journey of Kind Snacks' founder, Daniel Lubetzky, the article highlights how ancient Jewish wisdom played a pivotal role in his busi...
16 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Torah Without Humanity
15 Apr
The article reflects on an altered story about Rav Isser Zalman Meltzer, highlighting a shift in the Orthodox Yeshiva world towards a purely halachic approac...
15 Apr
Chabad.org
This Pianist's Finger Got Chopped!
14 Apr
In this episode, the podcast explores the inspiring story of a pianist who overcame the traumatic experience of losing a finger to continue playing and achie...
14 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy
Why talking isn’t enough: Navigating ideological tension in Jewish organizations
14 Apr
Jewish organizations often default to dialogue training to handle ideological tensions arising from discussions about Israel, antisemitism, and politics, yet...
14 Apr
Lehrhaus
Holocaust Humor, Ethics, and Theological Protest
14 Apr
Peninah Taragin Gershman explores the complex and controversial territory of Holocaust humor and its ethical implications. She recounts a personal experience...
14 Apr
JTA
This Yom HaShoah is different from all others — and we’ve never needed it more
13 Apr
Yom HaShoah 2023 is marked by rising global antisemitism and reminders of the importance of Holocaust remembrance to fight against all forms of hatred and ge...
13 Apr
Forward
I'm a Jewish candidate for New York comptroller. Our state must divest from Israel bonds
10 Apr
Drew Warshaw, a candidate for New York state comptroller, argues for the divestment of New York's retirement fund from Israel bonds, which currently amount t...
10 Apr
JTA
A month after our synagogue was attacked, the hardest part has been everything that came after
10 Apr
On March 12, Temple Israel was attacked when a truck rammed into its building, setting off a series of unforeseen challenges for the congregation. The incide...
10 Apr
18forty
Why God Cares What You Eat (And Why That’s Not the Point)
10 Apr
Kashrut, beyond its dietary laws, represents a profound and multi-layered practice that engages Jews in a holistic approach to holiness, discipline, and iden...
10 Apr
Israel: State of a Nation
Tolerating proxy armies and human shields gives terrorists a blueprint for untouchable war.
8 Apr
In a discussion on the implications of proxy warfare and the use of human shields, Shany Mor and Eylon Levy examine how accepting these tactics threatens int...
8 Apr
JTA
I lost my dad at 12 — and found my Jewish identity in the spaces he left behind
8 Apr
Alex Brendle shares their personal journey of grappling with the loss of their father at age 12 and how it fostered a deeper connection to their Jewish ident...
8 Apr
Forward
National support group for interfaith Jewish families guts staff amid funding crisis
7 Apr
18Doors, a nonprofit that supports interfaith Jewish families, has reduced its workforce significantly due to unexpected budgetary issues, retaining only fou...
7 Apr
Forward
Jewish groups condemn Trump’s threat that a ‘whole civilization will die’ in Iran
7 Apr
President Donald Trump faced intense backlash from Jewish groups for his declaration on social media threatening the destruction of an entire civilization if...
7 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
The President's Iron Resolve
6 Apr
The article discusses the often controversial leadership style and actions of a fictional president, critiquing his perceived lack of morals due to self-serv...
6 Apr