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Halacha Headlines headphones 8/17/24 – Shiur 479 – Real Estate Syndications: Quick easy buck or risky pot luck 16 Aug
The episode discusses the responsibilities of real estate syndicators and the risks faced by investors due to high-reliance on syndicators' promises. Experts...
16 Aug
Lilith Disability as Beloved by G-d 16 Aug
The author shares personal experiences of feeling excluded and misunderstood in Jewish spaces due to her disability, highlighting the challenges faced by peo...
16 Aug
Jewdicious Speaking to the Future: An 'Ethical Will' 15 Aug
"Speaking to the Future: An 'Ethical Will'" by Michael S. Lewis, M.D., discusses the concept of an ethical will, a tradition in Judaism that allows individua...
15 Aug
Mishpacha Picture This: Chapter 17 14 Aug
In Chapter 17 of "Picture This," Estee is visited by her former coworker Tammy, who is upset that Estee edited out her daughter Shani's birthmark in a photo ...
14 Aug
Jewish Currents Paradis Lost - The life and death of a radical Miami bookstore 12 Aug
Paradis Books & Bread, a radical Miami bookstore and cafe, experiences a clash when a group of patrons engage in offensive conversations, prompting the owner...
12 Aug
JTA Josh Shapiro quotes ancient rabbi in statement about not being Kamala Harris’ VP pick 6 Aug
Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania's governor, who is Jewish, quoted Rabbi Tarfon from Pirkei Avot after losing the bid to be Kamala Harris's running mate, emphasizi...
6 Aug
Forward Israel's use of torture is a travesty — just like it was for the French in Algeria 70 years ago 5 Aug
The article discusses the issue of torture in Israel, drawing parallels to the French use of torture during the Algerian war of independence. It highlights t...
5 Aug
Jewish Chronicle We should spend our time more wisely than our money 4 Aug
The text discusses the importance of time management from a Jewish perspective, emphasizing that time is a valuable asset that should be used wisely. Judaism...
4 Aug
JTA It’s not just J.D. Vance’s ‘childless cat ladies’: Jewish communities also undervalue people without children 1 Aug
Jewish communities' emphasis on procreation and the value placed on parenthood are akin to sentiments expressed by J.D. Vance regarding the importance of hav...
1 Aug
Jewish Currents (How) Should We Vote? - An investigation through Jewish text on the ethics of choosing the “lesser of two evils.” 1 Aug
The discussion revolves around the ethical dilemma of choosing between political candidates seen as destroyers. One participant draws parallels to Jewish tex...
1 Aug
What Matters Now headphones What Matters Now to Prof. Gerald Steinberg: Hypocrisy of human rights groups on Israel 1 Aug
Prof. Gerald Steinberg critiques major human rights organizations like Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International for their alleged hypocrisy towards Israe...
1 Aug
Chabad.org I noticed something that NO ONE noticed about my Fathers Will 1 Aug
In this video, Tuvia Bolton shares a unique perspective on his father's will, revealing a detail that went unnoticed by others and discussing his efforts to ...
1 Aug
Forward Far-right extremists stormed an IDF base. Their understanding of patriotism is dead wrong. 30 Jul
Far-right extremists recently stormed two IDF bases in protest of soldiers being investigated for alleged abuse of a Palestinian detainee. While claiming to ...
30 Jul
Lilith Addressing Abuse in US Gymnastics—and The Reform Movement 29 Jul
The text discusses the ongoing efforts to address sexual abuse in U.S. gymnastics and within the Reform Movement. While significant progress has been made in...
29 Jul
Mishpacha IDA — The “I Don’t Argue” Rule 23 Jul
The article discusses the concept of arguments in relationships and introduces the "I Don't Argue" (IDA) rule as a way to foster peace and healthier interact...
23 Jul
Chabad.org “My Mother Was Abused!” The SHOCKING Story of my childhood 21 Jul
Rabbi Yossi Kulek shares his personal story of childhood abuse in a raw and emotional recounting.
21 Jul
Emes Ve-Emunah Human Rights Watch, Hamas, and Israel 18 Jul
Human Rights Watch recently released a report detailing war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by armed Palestinian groups during attacks in Israel...
18 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Balak 18 Jul
The Parashah of the week, Balak, discusses the importance of taking responsibility for our actions, emphasizing that we are accountable for the situations we...
18 Jul
Forward Peter Buxton, whistleblower who compared Tuskegee syphilis study to Nazi atrocities, dies at 86 17 Jul
Peter Buxtun, a whistleblower who exposed the unethical Tuskegee syphilis study conducted on Black men, passed away at 86. Buxtun, with a Jewish-Catholic bac...
17 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Can a woman continue with her pregnancy if her life is at risk? 14 Jul
In determining whether a woman can continue a pregnancy if her life is at risk, Orthodox and Progressive Jewish views offer nuanced perspectives. Orthodox Ju...
14 Jul
Halacha Headlines headphones 7/13/24 – Shiur 474 – Halacha: Can an aging forgetful leader be replaced? | Should you allow your daughter to go out with a boy who smokes or vapes? 12 Jul
The podcast explores two central themes: the ethical and halachic questions surrounding smoking, especially for those seeking marriage prospects, and the cha...
12 Jul
Tikvah headphones Melanie Phillips on the British Election and the Jews 12 Jul
British journalist Melanie Phillips discusses the impact of Keir Starmer's leadership on the Labour Party's relationship with the Jewish community and Britai...
12 Jul
JTA A Jewish couple was barred from adopting a child through a Christian agency. They’re now the face of an anti-Project 2025 campaign. 11 Jul
A Jewish couple, Gabe and Liz Rutan-Ram, were denied adoption services by a Christian agency due to their religion, leading them to become central figures in...
11 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Emotion is not a measure of truth and morality 10 Jul
Rabbi Dweck discusses the importance of not allowing emotions to solely guide decision-making, particularly in moral matters. He highlights the story of Kora...
10 Jul
Forward Has Israel really killed up to 186,000 people in Gaza? How to understand the numbers war 9 Jul
The debate over the number of civilian deaths in Gaza has been marred by political agendas, hindering a clear understanding of the true human cost of the con...
9 Jul
Forward A new Shazam-style bot will detect Shlomo Carlebach’s melodies 9 Jul
Shlomo Tannor, an AI engineer and musician, has created CarleBot, a software similar to Shazam but for Jewish melodies, specifically focusing on Rabbi Shlomo...
9 Jul
Mishpacha “Childhood Traumas Affecting Marriage” 9 Jul
The text discusses how childhood traumas can significantly impact marriage, leading to deep-rooted problems that affect personal evolution and relationships....
9 Jul
Tablet Before #MeToo—and After 8 Jul
In the narrative, the author recounts a disturbing event involving a potential encounter with a rapist known as the Center City rapist, part of a series of a...
8 Jul
Mishpacha FF Inbox: Issue 900 2 Jul
The text discusses the concept of parental involvement in a married child's life, emphasizing that while parents can offer help and support, ultimately, the ...
2 Jul
Forward Sigmund Freud understood the uncanny sensation we all felt watching the Trump-Biden debate 28 Jun
The article discusses the unsettling feeling experienced by many Americans after watching the 2024 Presidential debate between two elderly candidates - one e...
28 Jun
Halacha Headlines headphones 6/29/24 – Shiur 472 – What Happens to Kids When Parents Fight 28 Jun
Exploring the impact of parental conflict on children, this episode delves into how ongoing parental tension can deeply affect a child's sense of security an...
28 Jun
Jewish Chronicle The Body Shop is an ethical brand built on chutzpah 27 Jun
The Body Shop, known for its ethical stance and pioneering founder Anita Roddick, faces challenges in the ever-changing beauty industry, particularly after b...
27 Jun
Ami “I Saved Sinwar’s Life-then he killed my nephew” // A conversation with Dr. Yuval Bitton 26 Jun
Dr. Yuval Bitton, a former dentist in Israel's Nafcha Prison, saved the life of Yahya Sinwar, who later became the leader of Hamas in Gaza. Despite his profe...
26 Jun
Mishpacha Pay Her Way   24 Jun
A mother reflects on her decision to make her 17-year-old daughter work for her own spending money after a lavish party led to a credit card dispute. The dau...
24 Jun
The Beinart Notebook What if Americans Saw Palestinian and Jewish Israeli Lives as Equal? 24 Jun
The discussion revolves around the book "The Wall Between: What Jews and Palestinians Don't Want to Know About Each Other" by Raja Khouri and Jeffrey Wilkins...
24 Jun
Forward You are not obliged to finish this column 21 Jun
Shaina Taub, creator of the musical "Suffs," recently quoted Rabbi Tarfon's famous Talmudic wisdom "You are not obliged to finish the work, but neither are y...
21 Jun
Tikvah headphones Shlomo Brody on What the Jewish Tradition Says about Going to War 20 Jun
Jonathan Silver and Rabbi Shlomo Brody continue their discussion on Jewish military ethics, focusing this time on the ethical considerations and historical p...
20 Jun
Forward Google is answering search queries with AI now. What does that mean for Holocaust history? 20 Jun
A recent UNESCO report, "AI and the Holocaust: Rewriting History?" highlights concerns about the use of AI, such as Google's generative search function, in p...
20 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy The Jewish community has an effective antidote to combat the loneliness epidemic  20 Jun
In addressing the growing issue of social isolation and loneliness highlighted by Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, the Jewish community can draw on the wisdom o...
20 Jun
Jewish Action The Dog that Doesn’t Bark 20 Jun
The article explores the concept of noticing what is not seen, using the analogy from Sherlock Holmes' story "The Adventure of Silver Blaze." It discusses th...
20 Jun
Jewish Action My Tzeniut Journey 20 Jun
A personal reflection on embracing the mitzvah of tzeniut (modesty) as a transformative journey from external appearance to internal qualities, shaping behav...
20 Jun
Jewish Action Can Social Media and Modesty Coexist? 20 Jun
Social media presents a significant challenge in maintaining modesty, especially in terms of self-promotion and sharing personal content. While it can be a p...
20 Jun
Jewish Action What Are You Good At? The Art of Positive Feedback 20 Jun
In this reflection on the importance of positive feedback and recognizing strengths, Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph shares a personal story of how a friend's simple a...
20 Jun
Ami Saying the Loud Part Out Loud // Justice Alito is “caught” being a conservative 19 Jun
During a secretly recorded conversation at a Supreme Court dinner, Justice Samuel Alito expressed his personal views as a conservative Catholic, affirming th...
19 Jun
Tablet Salman Rushdie’s Beautiful Revenge 19 Jun
In Salman Rushdie's "Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder," he reflects on his experience of being stabbed during a talk in Buffalo and the subsequen...
19 Jun
Jewish Action Choosing Life: The Blessing of Caring for My Father 16 Jun
The text discusses the author's experience of caring for their sick father, who was once a survivor of Nazi Europe and Stalinist communism. The author reflec...
16 Jun
Promised Podcast headphones The “Free At Last” Edition 13 Jun
The episode explores the emotional challenges and political dynamics in Israel, highlighting the release of hostages from Gaza and Benny Gantz's departure fr...
13 Jun
For Heaven's Sake headphones Israel at War – 4 are Free 11 Jun
The podcast episode explores the contrasting perspectives between Israelis' joy over the rescue of four hostages and global criticism concerning civilian cas...
11 Jun
Halacha Headlines headphones 6/8/24 – Shiur 469 – Learning Torah when it’s nearly impossible 7 Jun
The episode discusses the challenges of maintaining quality and consistent Torah study amidst life's distractions, including career demands, family obligatio...
7 Jun
Mishpacha Without a Doubt     4 Jun
The author reflects on a moment of realization in a social psychology class at York University about Stanley Milgram's obedience experiments in relation to t...
4 Jun